Media drive module and storage library system
US6965811B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Jul 14, 2003 |
| Grant date | Nov 15, 2005 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Nov 7, 2023 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC G)Physics
- CPC primaryG11B33/128
- WIPO fieldAudio-visual technology
- WIPO sectorElectrical engineering
Abstract
In one exemplary embodiment a storage library system for storing and retrieving media devices is provided where media drives may be added modularly to the storage library. The storage library includes at least one media drive module having a frame configured to include at least one media drive, a power supply, and interface communication electronics. The drive module may further include optional data path bridge/control electronics. The storage library includes a housing having storage bins for storing storage cartridges, a mechanism for transferring storage cartridges, and an opening for receiving two or more media drive modules therein.
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