SMD and MFM drive replacement and Disk drive Emulation Systems by MBIUSA.com


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OLD DRIVE REPLACEMENT, DRIVE EMULATION , SMD and MFM EMULATION, SMD REPLACEMENT FOR WORM / OPTICAL DRIVES, TAPE DRIVES AND DISK-PACK DRIVES FOR SMD, MFM AND MANY OTHER INTERFACES

Some typical SMD interface examples:- Fujitsu M2312K, M2322K, M2333K, M2344K, M2372K, M2382K Priam 806-21, 807-21, CDC 9715-300, 9715-340, 9715-500, 9715-515 9720-368, 9720-500, 9720-736, 9720-850, 9720-1.1, 9720-1.2 (1236) 9760, 9762, 9766 Hitachi DK812S-17, DK815-10, DK815-10A

TRANSPARENT UPGRADES!

Now there is a simple way to use reliable SCSI drives on present real-time or minicomputer. Reduce downtime and service calls - eliminate unreliable disk drives. The units directly replace the original drive with a drive emulator and mimics the operation of the original drive, but actually stores data on a new SCSI drive. The change is totally transparent to the operating system. The operating procedures for the system are not altered

Typical SMD replacement unit used for old drive replacement - typical examples - Fujitsu M2312K, M2322K,, M2333K, M2344K, M2372K, Priam 806-21, 807-21, CDC 9720-368, 9720-500, 9720-736, Seagate ST8368J, ST8500J, ST8741J, Toshiba MK186FB, Mk288FC etc

NEW Disk Storage Provides High-Reliability Replacements for many drive applications of many types

Directly Replaces:

• SMD Interface hard drives

• SCSI Interface 12" Optical / worm drives

• IPI Interface hard drives

• MFM Interface hard drives

• ST506 Interface hard drives

• ESDI Interface hard drives

EASY Upgrades for Installed Computers.

Featuring:

• Drop-In Replacement;

- No wiring changes,

- No software changes,

- Same size or smaller than present drive.

• Reliability - Error-Free with Continuous Self-Test

• Internal SCSI Drive for High Reliability

• Reduces Power Supply Load

• Multiple volume / drive / cartridge capability*

* - not on all models

Emulation of older Disk-pack and Tape Drives

Disk Drives and Tape Drives are typically the weakest links in a legacy computer system. Replacing them with our emulation products will prolong the life and restore the reliability of aging computer systems. Our products are used extensively throughout business and government, where Customers have incurred a large investment in special hardware and unique, non-portable software. Emulations have been implemented for a wide range of computer platforms and include floppy drive replacements as well as early SCSI subsystems. Custom packaging is also available.

Model MED-1 is a direct replacement for 8-inch disk drives used in numerous CT and MRI scanners. MED-1 uses the existing cables for data and control.

TRANSPARENT UPGRADES for SMD/E DISK DRIVES - SMD Emulation SMD replacement

Now there is a simple way to use reliable SCSI drives on present real-time or minicomputer. Reduce downtime and service calls - eliminate unreliable disk drives. The SMDR-1 directly replaces the original disk drive with a drive emulator. SMDR-1 mimics the operation of the original drive, but actually stores data on a new SCSI drive. The change is totally transparent to the operating system. The operating procedures for the system are not altered.

PLUG COMPATIBLE with 8-INCH DRIVES

No hardware or software modifications are required to upgrade to fast, reliable SCSI drives on existing computers. Unplug the existing disk drive and install the SMDR-1, using the same cables. Power for the unit is provided from the existing power supply - same as the old drive. Changes to the diagnostics or operating software are not necessary.

SMDR-1 SMD emulator replaces most 8-inch disk drives using the industry standard SMD to SMD-E interface. For systems using a drive control panel, an interface connector is provided on the SMDR-1. Adapters can be provided for the specific drive being replaced.

MAINTENANCE FREE

The SMDR-1 carries a 1 year warranty and uses Ultra SCSI disk drives for low maintenance operation. Many drives are rated in excess of 500,000 hours MTBF.

Model SMDR-1 is a direct replacement for 8 / 9 and 14-inch SMD disk drives used in numerous real-time and minicomputers. SMDR-1 uses the existing cables for data and control. Power is supplied from the existing power supply.

REDUCED POWER and COOLING

SMDR-1 receives power from the existing supply. The unit uses significantly less power and runs cooler than 8-inch drives, thus reducing the power supply load. An adapter allows the SMDR-1 to plug into the present power supply connector.

INTERFACES COVERED

SMD, SMD-0, SMD-H, SMD-X, SMD-E to match drive/controller interface. Single port standard, dual port optional. Daisy-chain interface compatibility. Drive control panel interface available.

DATA TRANSFER RATE

6 to 24 Mbits per second. Crystal controlled.

PHYSICAL High x Wide x Deep, Weight

4.84 in. x 8.34 in. x 14.7 in., 7.3 lbs

122.9 mm x 212 mm x 373 mm, 3.32 kg

POWER

Input Voltage Supplied from existing drive power supply

Power 50 Watts (Maximum)

RELIABILITY

MTBF 200,000+ hours

MTTR 15 minutes

Specifications subject to change without notice !

PRICING

As the unit used will be different from one application to another, please call fax, or mail us with your particular requirements so that we can give you an accurate quotation.

MFM / ST506 HARD DISK REPLACEMENT / EMULATION SYSTEM

MFM HARD DRIVE EMULATION SYSTEMS - MFMR1

The MFMR1 MFM drive controller can be used to replace a variety of 5.25" MFM interface drives including Maxtor XT-1085,1140 & XT-2190, Micropolis 1325,1335, the Miniscribe 8425 amd 8438, NEC D3142, D5126, D5146, D5146H, and all Seagates series MFM interfaces from 5 ¼ half High and 5 ¼ full height disk drives of all data capacities. (We have not listed all the drives that are covered by this emulator here, please enquire if you have an MFM drive requirement not listed). Customers can now have long-term reliability, instead of using repaired or second hand product because no new MFM interface drives were available!

HIGH DATA RELIABILITY

The emulator uses SCSI-interface technology, with error correction is resolved on-the-fly inside the drive. The proprietary firmware based translation software enables fast reaction times when needed, and the SCSI drives used although having extremely long service lives are easily and cheaply replaceable, if needed.

LOWER POWER AND HEAT

The electronics used, plus the small size of the SCSI drive used equates to less power used, and less heat produced. The units are fan cooled, with new technology quality fans which are quiet, low energy and with long life characteristics.

SIMPLE INSTALLATION

Simple to use jumpers on the main circuit board select the number of cylinders and heads required, no other set-up is required.

Note that an emulator can be taken from one application, and then re-used on a different application by simply adjusting the jumpers, - no other modification is needed.

PRICING

As the unit used will be different from one application to another, please call, fax, or Email us with your particular requirements, including drive you wish to emulate, disk controller and system OS used, so that we can give you an accurate quotation.

PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS

ENVIRONMENTAL

Humidity: 5% to 80% RH, Non-condensing. Operating Temperature: 0 to 40 Co with 20 CFM.

INTERFACE

ST-506 or ST-412

NUMBER OF HEADS

1 to 19 (Jumper Option)

NUMBER OF CYLINDERS

SCSI Drive Dependent, (more than original ST-506/412 drives)

SEEK TIMES, TYPICAL

Track to Track, 1.8 us

Max Cylinder 100 us (SCSI drive dependent)

PHYSICAL

3.5” half height or 5 .25” full height

POWER

Input Voltage +5 Volts @ .5A and +12 Volts @ 1.2 (start up)

Notes:

SCSI disk drives require less operating power. Lower power improves system reliability. Insure adequate airflow across the drive enclosure. Fan included in 5.25” full height.

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