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StorageTek T9840B Tape Drive

T9840B

The StorageTek® access-centric T9840 tape drive is ideal for applications that demand high data throughput and fast recall. Available with two-gigabit Fibre Channel, two gigabit FICON and ESCON connectivity, these drives give you access to data at an average of just 12 seconds.

The StorageTek T9840C drive stores up to 40 gigabytes native on a single cartridge.

 

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 T9840A T9840B T9840C
Capacity, native (uncompressed):20 GB 20 GB 40 GB
Interface:1 Gb Fibre Channel, Ultra-SCSI HVD (40 MB/sec), ESCON 20 MB/sec (maximum) 2 Gb Fibre Channel, ESCON, ESCON for VSM, 2 Gb FICON for FICON and FICON Express channels 2 Gb Fibre Channel, ESCON, ESCON for VSM, 2 Gb FICON for FICON and FICON Express channels
Average file access time (first file):12 sec 12 sec 12 sec
Data transfer rate, native (uncompressed):10 MB/sec 19 MB/sec 30 MB/sec
9840A SCSIWide, HV Differential SCSI, 9 MB/sec transfer rate, 20 GB native capacity tape drive
9840A Fibre Channel9840A Fibre Channel, 9 MB/sec transfer rate, 20 GB native capacity tape drive
9840B Fibre Channel9840B Fibre Channel, 19 MB/sec transfer rate, 20 GB native capacity tape drive
9840C Fibre Channel9840C Fibre Channel, 30 MB/sec transfer rate, 40 GB native capacity tape drive
9840FC Fibre Channel9840FC Fibre Channel, 9 MB/sec transfer rate
Backup and restore
Using T9840 tape drives for backup and restore shortens backup and recovery times and improves system response time. The T9840 can be used in combination with other drives, including the T9940 tape drive, to match specific backup and restore performance and capacity needs.
Offline processing
Fast-access T9840 tape drives provide a cost-efficient option to disk for offline processing applications.
Fixed content distribution
Tape libraries can act as a high-volume source for fixed content data when outfitted with fast-access T9840 tape drives. When implemented with VolSafe write-once-read-many (WORM) secure media, T9840 tape drives help secure high-value fixed content while it is distributed.
Faster access to information
Faster data access enables you to meet more of your data storage needs with affordable tape, minimizing the need for higher-cost disk.
Reduced backup windows
With native data transfer rates of 30 megabytes per second, the T9840C drive allows you to store more data in less time to meet your shrinking backup windows.
Increased productivity
Higher data transfer rates enable you to reduce batch windows and improve access to data, so your IT staff can get more work done in less time.
Higher resource utilization
The T9840C drive stores 40 gigabytes per cartridge, twice the capacity of StorageTek T9840A and T9840B tape drives. This effectively doubles the capacity of existing cartridges and libraries.
Standard features:
StorageTek VolSafe media support
The T9840 drives support VolSafe cartridges, a high-capacity write-once-read-many (WORM) storage solution. VolSafe® is a non-erasable, non-rewritable tape media for archiving critical data.
Connectivity choices
The T9840 products include two-gigabit Fibre Channel, one-gigabit Fibre Channel, two-gigabit FICON, SCSI HVD, or ESCON connectivity, enabling you to choose the right connectivity for your implementation.
FICON for distance
The FICON interface drives support distances up to 100 kilometers (versus nine kilometers for ESCON) without channel extensions or significant throughput reduction. This enables remote storage applications and increases your disaster recovery options.
SAN-readiness
A native two-gigabit fabric-aware Fibre Channel interface makes the T9840C drive ready for the demands of high-speed SAN environments and storage server networks.

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 Performance
  T9840A T9840B T9840C 
 Access time* 
 Tape load and thread to ready:4 sec (formatted) 4 sec (formatted) 4 sec (formatted) 
 Average file access time (first file):12 sec 12 sec 12 sec 
 Maximum/average rewind time:16/8 sec 16/8 sec 16/8 sec 
 Unload time:4 sec 4 sec 4 sec 
   
 Data transfer rate, native (uncompressed):10 MB/sec 19 MB/sec 30 MB/sec 
 Data transfer rate, native (compressed):35 MB/sec 70 MB/sec 70 MB/sec 
 Capacity
  T9840A T9840B T9840C 
 Capacity, native (uncompressed):20 GB 20 GB 40 GB 
 Compatibility
  T9840A T9840B T9840C 
 Interface 
 Interface:1 Gb Fibre Channel, Ultra-SCSI HVD (40 MB/sec), ESCON 20 MB/sec (maximum) 2 Gb Fibre Channel, ESCON, ESCON for VSM, 2 Gb FICON for FICON and FICON Express channels 2 Gb Fibre Channel, ESCON, ESCON for VSM, 2 Gb FICON for FICON and FICON Express channels 
 Burst transfer rate:HVD (40 MB/sec),     
 Channel rate (Fibre Channel):100 MB/sec (maximum instantaneous) 200 MB/sec (maximum instantaneous) 200 MB/sec (maximum instantaneous) 
 Interface (Fibre Channel):  N & NL port, FC-PLDA (Hard and soft AL-PA capability), FC-AL-2 FCP-2, FC-TAPE N & NL port, FC-PLDA (Hard and soft AL-PA capability), FC-AL-2 FCP-2, FC-TAPE 
   
 Read/write compatibility interface:Proprietary format Proprietary format Proprietary format 
 Emulation modes:Native, 3490E, 3590 Native, 3490E, 3590 Native, T9840B, 3490E, 3590 
 Mechanical
  T9840A T9840B T9840C 
   
 Form factor:5.25 in (full height) 15.0 in (full length) 5.25 in (full height) 15.0 in (full length) 5.25 in (full height) 15.0 in (full length) 
 Power
  T9840A T9840B T9840C 
   
 Voltage:100-240 VAC @ 50-60 Hz 100-240 VAC @ 50-60 Hz 100-240 VAC @ 50-60 Hz 
 Voltage:100-240 VAC @ 50-60 Hz 100-240 VAC @ 50-60 Hz 100-240 VAC @ 50-60 Hz 
 Voltage:100-240 VAC @ 50-60 Hz 100-240 VAC @ 50-60 Hz 100-240 VAC @ 50-60 Hz 
 Voltage:100-240 VAC @ 50-60 Hz 100-240 VAC @ 50-60 Hz 100-240 VAC @ 50-60 Hz 
 Voltage:N/A N/A N/A 
 Power consumption/dissipation (operating maximum continuous – not peak):82 VA / 280 BTU/hr 82 VA / 280 BTU/hr 82 VA / 280 BTU/hr 

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107903203STK Storagetek 9840/9940 Drive Power Supply
109340501PKG ASM DFT 9840 ON 9710
109341101PKG ASM DFT 9840 ON L700
109901507STK 9840/9940 POWER SUPPLY
1565073-01STK Storagetek Tray Fan 9840/9940/T10/SL8500
3036735019840 TX40 bezels
303673504STK StorageTek SUN 9840 / 9940 Bezel for TX40
308217503SNAP-IN 9840 DRV TARGET INSERT FOR 9740 BEZEL
3086735039840 FRONT BEZEL W/ TARGET
3100140001T9840 SCSI FOR 9310 / 9740 / 9741 CEI: 3100140001
310014007T9840A Drive HVD SCSI for L180/700 CEI: 310014007
3100141009T9840A DRV FC-AL FIBRE SL RKMT AUTOLOADER – CEI: 3100141009
3100142001T9840A DRIVE DIFF SCSI EXT DESKTOP – CEI: 3100142001
31001430029840 HVD SCSI DRIVE KIT FOR 10/180 – 20/700 (STK) CEI: 3100143002
3100143005SUN 9840A FCAL FIBRE 1.5 LOADER DRV FOR L180/700/E
3100218010STK StorageTek T9840B DRV FIBRE – L180/L700/E
3100218012T9840B ESCON 9741/TX30 DRV – CEI: 3100218012
310335401STK StorageTek T9840B 2GB FIBRE TX30/9741 DRIVE 1.42.407
310335402STK StorageTek T9840B 2GB FIBRE TX30/9741 DRIVE 1.42.407
310346703T9840 ESCON 9741E/TX3E
310758101T9840A DRIVE FIBRE FCAL TX40 TRAY FOR L180/700/E
310758103T9840 FIBRE FABRIC DRIVE L180/L700/E
310758301T9840A Drive HVD SCSI for L180/700 CEI: 310014007
310758302T9840A Drive HVD SCSI for L180/700 CEI: 310014007
310758304T9840A Drive HVD SCSI for L180/700 CEI: 310014007
311516805STK 9840/9940 POWER SUPPLY
311516806STK 9840/9940 POWER SUPPLY
311516807STK 9840/9940 POWER SUPPLY
3115168XXSTK 9840/9940 POWER SUPPLY
311572701STK Storagetek 9840/9940 Drive Power Supply
311572702STK Storagetek 9840/9940 Drive Power Supply
311572703STK Storagetek 9840/9940 Drive Power Supply
311572704STK Storagetek 9840/9940 Drive Power Supply
311572705STK Storagetek 9840/9940 Drive Power Supply
311572706STK Storagetek 9840/9940 Drive Power Supply
311572707STK Storagetek 9840/9940 Drive Power Supply
311572708STK Storagetek 9840/9940 Drive Power Supply
311572709STK Storagetek 9840/9940 Drive Power Supply
3115727XXSTK Storagetek 9840/9940 Drive Power Supply
3115821-TX3E9840/9940 POWER SUPPLY MOUNTING PLATE FOR TX^496853E
311898407STK STORAGETEK ANV MEMORY CARD FOR VSM4
311898409STK STORAGETEK ANV MEMORY CARD FOR VSM4
3127071-01STK Storagetek 9840 Power Supply Base Plate
3127071-19840 POWER SUPPLY BASE PLATE
312707102CRC9840 POWER SUPPLY BASE PLATE
312780005STK 9840 Escon Drive TX30 Tray
312780007STK 9840 Escon Drive TX30 Tray
312791605STK 9840A/9940A Head Protectors
312792301CRCSTK Storagetek 9840 Drive Tray Only
3127924-01STK 9840 POWER CABLE
312792401STK 9840 POWER CABLE
312844802STK 9840B ESCON WITH TX3E TRAY
312844803STK 9840B ESCON WITH TX3E TRAY
312844804STK 9840B ESCON WITH TX3E TRAY
3128448XXSTK 9840B ESCON WITH TX3E TRAY
3131131-0168HD SCSI Y CABLE FOR 9840/L700
313330004T9840 SCSI FOR 9310 / 9740 / 9741 CEI: 3100140001
3137629-01STK Storagetek Power Fault LED Cable 9840/9940/SL8500
3138710-03STK Storagetek Tray Ethernet Cable 9840/9940/T10/SL8500
314343201STK STORAGETEK POWER SUPPLY FOR 9840 AND 9940
3143432XXSTK STORAGETEK POWER SUPPLY FOR 9840 AND 9940
3155821-019840/9940 POWER SUPPLY MOUNTING PLATE FOR TX^496853E
4464501-1STK StorageTek T9840C FICON Drive with TX85 Tray for SL8500
595-5895-01SUN 9840A FCAL FIBRE 1.5 LOADER DRV FOR L180/700/E
7020994STK StorageTek 9840D FC-Ficon Drive Only
7054688STK StorageTek 9840D FC-Ficon Drive Only
9840BES-EXT9840B ESCON STANDALONE EXT TAPE DRIVE – BLACK
9840BFC-EXT9840B FC-AL STANDALONE EXT TAPE DRIVE – BLACK
9840BFF-EXT9840B FC FABRIC STANDALONE EXT TAPE DRIVE – BLACK
9840BL2-001STK 9840B ESCON TX30 TRAY
9840BL2-001/TRAY9840B ESCON TRAY ASSY (TX30) FOR 9740
9840BL2-002STK 9840B ESCON TX40 TRAY
9840BL2-003STK 9840B ESCON WITH TX3E TRAY
9840BL2-003/TRAYTRAY ONLY – STK 9840B ESCON WITH TX3E TRAY
9840BL2-004T9840B ESCON 9741/TX30 DRV – CEI: 3100218012
9840BL2-TX85STK StorageTek 9840B ESCON with TX85 Tray Target for SL8500
9840BL2-TX85/TRAYTRAY ONLY – STK 9840B ESCON with TX85 Tray Target for SL8500
9840BL3-001STK StorageTek T9840B DRV FIBRE – L180/L700/E
9840BL3-001/DRIVEDRIVE ONLY – STK StorageTek T9840B DRV FIBRE – L180/L700/E
9840BL3-001/TRAYT9840B DRV-FIBRE-L 180/700/E- CEI:3100218010 TRAY ONLY
9840BL3-003STK T9840B DRIVE FIBRE TX3E
9840BL3-004STK StorageTek T9840B 2GB FIBRE TX30/9741 DRIVE 1.42.407
9840BL3-004/DRIVEStorageTek T9840B 2GB FIBRE Drive only
9840BL3-004/TRAYT9840B 2GB FIBRE TX30/9741 DRIVE CEI: 310335401/TRAY ONLY
9840BL3-005T9840B 2Gb FC FIBRE DRV ASSY FOR 9741E
9840BL3-005/TRAYT9840B 2 GB FC FIBRE DRV ASSY FOR 9741E TRAY ONLY
9840BL3-006T9840B 2Gb FC FIBRE DRV ASSY FOR 9741E/L5500
9840BL3-006/TRAY9840B FC TRAY ASSY FOR 9741E/L5500
9840BL3-007STK StorageTek 9840B FC 2GB SL8500 TX85
9840BL3-007/TRAYSTK STORAGETEK 9840B FC 2GB SL8500 TX85 TRAY ONLY.
9840BL3/BARE9840B FIBRE TAPE DRIVE NO TRAY NO PS
9840BL5-002STK 9840B FICON w/ TX3E Tray
9840BL5-002/DRIVEDrive ONLY – STK 9840B FICON
9840BL5-002/TRAYTRAY ONLY – STK 9840B FICON w/ TX3E Tray
9840BL5-SP-LW-SL85STK StorageTek 9840B FICON Single Port Long Wave SL8500 Tray
9840BL5-SP-LW-SL85/TRAYTRAY ONLY – STK 9840B FICON Single Port LW SL8500 Tray
9840BR3-001STK T9840B 1-Drv FIBRE Rckmnt
9840BR3-001/DRIVESTK T9840B DRIVE ONLY FIBRE Rckmnt
9840CL3-006/TRAYTRAY ONLY – T9840C DRV – FIBRE – SL8500
9840CL3-007STK StorageTek 9840C Fiber Drive with TX3U Tray
9840CL3-DP-SW-SL8500STK StorageTek 9840C FIBER Dual Port Short Wave SL8500
9840CL3/TX30STK StorageTek T9840C Drv Fibre TX30 Tray 9741-001 1.44.509
9840CL3/TX30/DRIVEONLYDRIVE ONLY – STK T9840C Drv Fibre TX30 Tray 9741-001
9840CL3/TX30/TRAYTX30 TRAY
9840D DESKTOP ENCLSTK STORAGETEK 9840 External Enclosure
9840D-ES-9310ZSTK Storagetek 9840D Escon with tray for 9310
9840D-ESCON-ENC-SL8500STK StorageTek 9840D ESCON Encryption Capable SL8500
9840D-ESCON-SL8500/TRAYTRAY ONLY – STK StorageTek 9840D ESCON Encryption Capable SL8500
9840D-ESCON/DRIVESTK Storagetek 9840D Escon Drive Only
9840D-FC-FI-ENC-9310STK StorageTek 9840D LW or SW FC or FICON Encryption Capable for 9310
9840D-FC-FI-ENC-9310/DRIVSTK Storagetek 9840D LW or SW FC/FI Encrpt Capable Drive Only
9840L01-001/DRIVEDRIVE ONLY – T9840A Drive HVD SCSI for L180/700 CEI: 310014007
9840L01-001/TRAYDRV TRAY ASSY 9840A SCSI FOR L180/L700/E (TX40)
9840L01-003STK T9840 Drive SCSI 9710 Tray
9840L01-003/TRAY9840A SCSI TRAY ONLY ASSY FOR 9710
9840L01-004T9840 SCSI FOR 9310 / 9740 / 9741 CEI: 3100140001
9840L01-004/DRIVEDRIVE ONLY – T9840 SCSI FOR 9310 / 9740 / 9741 CEI: 3100140001
9840L02-001STK 9840 ESCON DRIVE TX40 TRAY
9840L02-002STK 9840 Escon Drive TX30 Tray
9840L02-002/DRIVESTK Storagetek 9840 Escon Drive Only
9840L02-002/TRAYSTK 9840 ESCON DRIVE TX30 TRAY – TRAY ONLY
9840L02-005T9840 ESCON 9741E/TX3E
9840L02-005/DRIVESTK T9840 ESCON 9741E/TX3E Drive only
9840L02-005/TRAYTRAY ONLY – T9840 ESCON 9741E/TX3E
9840L04-004/TRAYTRAY ONLY – T9840A Drv Fab FIBRE – 9741E Cab Tray
9840L04-005T9840A Drv Fab FIBRE – 9741E Cab Tray
9840L04-005/TRAY9940L04-005 Tray Only
9840S03-001T9840A DRV FC-AL FIBRE SL RKMT AUTOLOADER – CEI: 3100141009
9940A SHELF RACK ENCLSTK StorageTek 9840 9940 19 Shelf Rack holds up to 2 Drives
9940B SHELF RACK ENCLSTK StorageTek 9840 9940 19 Shelf Rack holds up to 2 Drives
PF-105-4ESTK Storagetek 9840/9940 Drive Power Supply
SG-XTAP9840BFC-DRVT9840B 2Gb FC TX40 TRAY FOR XLIB700 (STK)
SG-XTAP9840FC-DRVSUN 9840A FCAL FIBRE 1.5 LOADER DRV FOR L180/700/E
STK/9X40/TX40/TARGETSTK StorageTek SUN 9840 / 9940 Bezel for TX40
Y-9840B-ES-SL85STK StorageTek 9840B ESCON with TX85 Tray Target for SL8500
Y-9840B-ES-SL8500STK StorageTek 9840B ESCON with TX85 Tray Target for SL8500
Y9840B-FC-L700STK StorageTek T9840B DRV FIBRE – L180/L700/E
Y9840B-FC-L700ZSTK StorageTek T9840B DRV FIBRE – L180/L700/E

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