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Patent No.:
Date of Patent:
Mar. 03, 2009
Filed:
Oct. 29, 2004
Håvard Hoelsaeter, Oslo, NO;
Håvard Hoelsaeter, Oslo, NO;
Tandberg Data ASA, Oslo, NO;
Abstract
A data storage and retrieval device is provided which includes a tape drive for recording data on to and reading data from data cartridges, at least one storage magazine in which the data cartridges are stored, and a cartridge shuttle which moves the data cartridges between the tape drive and the storage locations and the storage magazine. The present data storage and retrieval device is housed with a housing that is configured to fit a standard form factor for computer network related devices, such as the 'U' form factor. The data storage and retrieval device is scalable for different form factors by exchanging only a limited number of parts in the apparatus while retaining the majority of parts and components without change. For example, a change in U form factor may be accomplished by varying only a few components in an elevator portion of the cartridge shuttle and by providing a taller or shorter storage magazine in the housing. Greater or lesser storage capacity may also be provided for the device without changing the U form factor by extending the depth of the device, which is readily accomplished by providing different length belts for the cartridge shuttle and a longer or shorter storage magazine having more or fewer slots.