clark@ssc-vax.UUCP (Roger Clark Swann) (06/06/91)
I have a custom data collection system that is based on a VME system,
off the shelf CPU, off the shelf SCSI card. The system this currently
operated with an Archive DC600 type tape unit for storing data via
the SCSI bus. I would like to replace the 1/4 inch tape unit with a
DAT unit that could be placed in a 3-1/2 inch drive bay.
- Does any vendor make a DAT that will fits in a 3-1/2 inch bay ??
All I really want/need is the bare drive in a 3-1/2 inch form
factor. If I have to I can go with a 5-1/4 inch unit in an
external case ( the 1/4 inch tape unit is that way now ).
- What is involved in converting to DAT from the 1/4 inch tape device ??
Any changes in software, etc. The system runs on its own
custom operating system.
- I am having trouble getting spec and such on DAT devices. I have
found that Archive sells them, but can't get info from my local
dist. and can't find a phone number for Archive. I know Sony makes
DAT. How about a contact for them? Other vendors for DAT? I think
there must be several. I DON'T need a system that is packaged with
a bunch of S/W and such, since the S/W would be useless to me. The
exception would C source code and linkable modules.
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