[rescue] Dead SM81, VXA-1 tape

rescue at sunhelp.org rescue at sunhelp.org
Fri Jul 6 01:56:04 CDT 2001


Just found a dead SM81 mbus module (501-2953), it comes up with a cache
error.  If anyone has a legit use for this (tradein fodder, etc?) let me
know.  Otherwise it might make a passable paperweight cast in lucite.

Ecrix VXA-1 tape drive.  33/66GB per tape, variable speed (no underruns to
worry about), 8mm media form factor, 6MB/s:

http://www.vxatape.com
http://www.ecrix.com

External case (blue LED), retails for about $1k, I have an almost brand
new drive (20 tapes have been through it max) with a couple tapes I'll let
go for $500.  Fast/narrow SCSI, includes a Solaris st.conf line to select
tape modes.  These things work great and haul ass.

Also have 2 good E10k remote power control units with cables, 540-3440.
Anyone building an E10k starting with pieces or should I keep them for
doorstops?  :)

Oh, almost forgot.  I need an Ultra E450 NVRAM chip, I think it's a 48T19
like the other Ultras.  Anyone have an extra from a dead U5?

-James




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