>> Does anyone know if it is possible to hook an IBM 3490-F01 tape drive >> to the new z9 BC series processors? (The F01 has a SCSI attachment).
> Well, I know how to (supposedly, haven't done it myself). Get a FlexCUB > system from Funsoft (the makers of FlexES). You can then connect your SCSI > tape to it. FlexCUB only does Escon connection to the z9, so you'll need a > converter. The FlexCUB emulates many different types of Escon connected > control units, including DASD (3390), and tape. The tape emulation can > then write to physical tape or to AWS formatted or Faketape(tm) formatted > "virtual tape" files on disk. Thanks for the suggestion John. We are currently on a flex box but considering going to a z9. I was hoping to lower the cost of moving to the new environment by salvaging our existing tapes despite the fact that they are antiques. We are only 2+ years into a four year plan for the current flex box and it is already going to be tough to go to the well for more water again so soon. Ed Zell (309) 674-8255 x-107 [EMAIL PROTECTED] . CONFIDENTIAL NOTICE: This communication, including any attachments, is intended only for the use of the individual or entity to which it is addressed and contains information which may be confidential. If you are not the intended recipient, any distribution or copying of this communication is strictly prohibited. If you have received this communication in error, notify the sender immediately, delete the communication and destroy all copies. Thank you for your compliance.
