New Features on IBM 7226 Model 1U3 Multimedia Enclosure

The following new storage hardware features are available on the IBM 7226 Model 1U3 Multimedia Storage Enclosure:

• HD SAS to Mini-SAS external cable
• Mini-SAS to Mini-SAS external cable
• Y SAS HD to Mini-SAS external cable
• DVD-RAM USB front port sled with one drive

The HD-SAS function offers higher performance through a 6G/s sustained data rate versus 3Gb/s with Mini-SAS.

Existing features with modifications

• HHLTO5 SAS Tape Drive – SAS external cable option must be specified
• HHLTO6 SAS Tape Drive – SAS external cable option must be specified

These SAS features available on the 7226 may also be used for the HD function on POWER Systems through a unique HBA on the system and HD external SAS cables.

The 7226 DVD-RAM USB sled/drive feature with a USB port located on the front bezel of the drive is available for PureFlex system applications that require frequent access to the USB port.

Key prerequisites

• SAS External Cables
• Attaching an 7226 Model 1U3 Multimedia Storage Enclosure to the HHLTO5 and HHLTO6 SAS tape drive with a HD SAS to Mini-SAS cable or Y SAS HD Mini-SAS cable will support all system function supported by current Mini-SAS to Mini-SAS cables, as well as HD capabilities that may be available on the attaching POWER7 System.
• The attaching system must have an HD HBA available for attaching the HHLTO5 and HHLTO6 SAS tape drive features on the 7226 in order to run high density functions.
• The external SAS cable required for each system application must be specified with each 7226 order that includes an HHLTO5 or HHLTO6 SAS Tape Drive feature.

Planned availability

• November 22, 2013: Features 5507, 5508, 5509, 8241, 8341, 9849, and 9850
• November 8, 2013: Features EFDE, EFDF, EFDH, EFD0, 4651, and 5763