AIT Drive
User’s Guide
2-190-432-12(1)
AIT-4 TAPE DRIVE
SDX-900V Series
2004 Sony Corporation
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Sony shall not be liable for errors contained herein, indirect, special, incidental or consequential damages in connection with the furnishing, performance or use of this document.
Your AIT TAPE DRIVE is assigned a
Model No. ATDNA4 for regulatory compliance certifications.
The number is indicated on the model number label on your drive along with the rated voltage and current.
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IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS
For your protection, please read these safety instructions completely before operating the appliance, and keep this manual for future reference.
Carefully observe all warnings, precautions and instructions on the appliance, or described in the operating instructions and adhere to them.
USE
Power Sources – This unit should be operated only from the type of power source indicated on the marking label.
If you are not sure of the type of electrical power, consult your dealer or local power company.
For the unit with a three-wire grounding type ac plug:
If you are unable to insert the plug into the outlet, contact your electrician to have a suitable plug installed. Do not defeat the safety purpose of the grounding plug.
AC Power cord: (for AC mains operating unit only)
The AC power cord should have appropriate safety approvals or marking for the country in which the equipment will be used. Consult your dealer or local power company.
Cleaning – Unplug the unit from the wall outlet before cleaning or polishing it. Do not use liquid cleaners or aerosol cleaners.
Use a cloth lightly dampened with water for cleaning the exterior of the unit.
Object and Liquid Entry – Never push objects of any kind into the unit through openings as they may touch dangerous voltage points or short out parts that could result in a fire or electric shock. Never spill liquid of any kind on the unit.
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INSTALLATION
Water and Moisture – Do not use power-line operated units near water – for example, near a bathtub, washbowl, kitchen sink, or laundry tub, in a wet basement, or near a swimming pool, etc.
Power-Cord Protection – Route the power cord so that it is not likely to be walked on or pinched by items placed upon or against it, paying particular attention to the plugs, receptacles, and the point where the cord exits from the appliance.
Accessories – Do not place the unit on an unstable cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or table. The unit may fall, causing serious injury to a child or an adult, and serious damage to the unit. Use only a cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or table recommended by the manufacturer.
Ventilation – The slots and openings in the cabinet are provided for necessary ventilation. To ensure reliable operation of the unit, and to protect it from overheating, these slots and openings must never be blocked or covered.
• Never cover the slots and openings with a cloth or other materials.
• Never block the slots and openings by placing the unit on a bed, sofa, rug or other similar surface.
• Never place the unit in a confined space, such as a bookcase, or builtin cabinet, unless proper ventilation is provided.
SERVICE
Damage Requiring Service – Unplug the unit from the wall outlet and refer servicing to qualified service personnel under the following conditions:
• When the power cord or plug is damaged or frayed.
• If liquid has been spilled or objects have fallen into the unit.
• If the unit has been exposed to rain or water.
• If the unit has been subject to excessive shock by being dropped, or the cabinet has been damaged.
• If the unit does not operate normally when following the operating instructions. Adjust only those controls that are specified in the operating instructions. Improper adjustment of other controls may result in damage and will often require extensive work by a qualified technician to restore the unit to normal operation.
• When the unit exhibits a distinct change in performance - this indicates a need for service.
Servicing – Do not attempt to service the unit yourself as opening or removing covers may expose you to dangerous voltage or other hazards.
Refer to all servicing to qualified service personnel.
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Table of Contents
Overview .................................................................................................................. 6
Introduction .............................................................................................................. 7
About AIT Drives ............................................................................................ 7
Precautions ....................................................................................................... 8
Installation .............................................................................................................. 10
SCSI Connection/Setting the SCSI ID ........................................................... 10
Option Switches (DIP Switch) ....................................................................... 11
Mounting Holes .............................................................................................. 14
Reconfiguring from 5.25" Model to 3.5" Model ............................................ 15
Orientation ...................................................................................................... 16
Attaching and Removing the Dust Cover ............................................................... 17
Attaching the Dust Cover ............................................................................... 17
Removing the Dust Cover .............................................................................. 19
Operation ................................................................................................................ 20
Location of 3 LEDs ........................................................................................ 20
Drive Operation .............................................................................................. 21
Emergency Tape Removal Procedure ............................................................ 23
Interface Implementation ........................................................................................ 25
Supported SCSI Messages ............................................................................. 25
Supported SCSI Commands ........................................................................... 25
Specifications ......................................................................................................... 26
Product Specifications .................................................................................... 26
Sony Contacts ......................................................................................................... 28
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Overview
The Sony SDX-900V series drives are high capacity data storage devices using Advanced Intelligent tape (AIT) technology. The SDX-900V series drives achieve high data reliability through Read-After-Write, an additional level of Error Correction Code, and other features.
The Sony SDX-900V series drives store data on tape using standard formats called AIT (Advanced Intelligent Tape) and ALDC.
Introduction
About AIT Drives
SDX-900V series drives are internal AIT drive units that use data cartridges conforming to the AIT-4 format.
Features
The SDX-900V series drives have the following features:
• Support reading and writing to data cartridges conforming to the AIT-4 format.
• The Read-After-Write Function and third-level error correction code guarantee high data reliability.
• Data compression provides 520 gigabytes of storage on 246 m tapelength cartridge.
*1
The native capacity is 200 gigabytes of storage on 246 m tape-length cartridge.
• Stored data is automatically checked for compression.
• Ultra 160 Wide SCSI LVD/SE interface is fully supported for host computer access.
*1 This is assuming 2.6 : 1 compression ratio.
The degree of data compression attained while recording data varies according to system environment and data type.
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Precautions
Useable Cartridges
SDX-900V series can be used with data and cleaning cartridges marked with the AIT-4 logo.
Notes
• Be sure to use only data cartridges designed specifically for AIT (do not use 8 mm video cartridges) as this may damage the drives.
• Do not use anything but AIT cartridges with this system, as doing so can damage the
AIT drive. Although commercially available 8mm videotapes resemble AIT cartridges in appearance, they have entirely different specifications and cannot be used.
Installation
Avoid placing the drives in locations subject to:
– high humidity
– high temperature
– mechanical shock and vibration
– direct sunlight
* For details, see “Specifications” on page 26.
Operation
• Do not move the drives while they are operating. It may cause malfunctions.
• Avoid exposing the drives to sudden changes from low to high temperatures. This may cause condensation to collect inside the drives. If the ambient temperature should suddenly rise while the drives are turned on, turn them off and wait at least one hour before turning them back on.
If you attempt to operate the drives immediately after a sudden increase in temperature, malfunctions may occur.
• Turning off the power to the drives while they are writing to tape may cause the tape to become unreadable. All previously negotiated parameters will be lost, whenever power to the drives is cycled.
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Transportation
• Keep the original packing materials to facilitate safe transportation of the drives.
• Always remove the tape/media cartridge before moving the drives. After removing the drives from the computer, repack them into their original packing.
SCSI Termination
The SDX-900V series drives conform to the Microsoft PC97 standard, which requires the internal (naked) drive to be terminated with an external terminator.
Microsoft PC97 SCSI requirements
SCSI peripherals must not terminate the bus. Both internal and external cable ends are instead terminated by plug-in connectors.
Host Computer Wide SCSI
68-pin cable
Terminator
Example of SCSI setup
SDX-900V series drive
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Installation
SCSI Connection/Setting the SCSI ID
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15
10
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8
9
6
7
4
5
SCSI ID
SCSI ID
0
1
2
3
SCSI 68pin Connector
Jumpers
Parity
Disable
Enable
Note :
Power Connector
4 3 2 1
5 V GND GND 12 V
= CLOSED/Jumper
= OPEN/Jumper not installed
= Don’t care
Parity Disable Jumper
Parity check function can be disabled by Jumper. Parity check is disabled while left end jumper is installed. Parity generate function is always enabled.
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Option Switches (DIP Switch)
DIP Switch
DIP Switch Positions
Default
ON
OFF
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8
1 DR (Disaster Recovery) Mode (OFF)
2 Emulation Mode (OFF)
3 AIT Library Interface Mode (ON)
4 Reserved (OFF)
5 Terminator Power (ON)
6 Periodic Cleaning Req (ON)
7 DC Control (1) (ON)
8 DC Control (2) (OFF)
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DR (Disaster Recovery * ) Mode
To enable DR Mode, set position 1 [Drive Mode] switch to ON.
ON
OFF
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8
1 DR (Disaster Recovery) Mode (ON)
2 Emulation Mode
3 AIT Library Interface Mode
4 Reserved
5 Terminator Power
6 Periodic Cleaning Req
7 DC Control (1)
8 DC Control (2)
* In Disaster Recovery Mode, an SDX-900V series drive enters the DR
Standby Mode 15 seconds after you insert a write-protected tape into the drive, and all the drive LED blink. If you restart the drive while the LED are blinking, it starts as a CD-ROM device.
For details about the Disaster Recovery Mode, refer to the instruction manual that came with the application software you are using.
Emulation Mode *
To enable Emulation Mode, set the position 2 [Drive Mode] switch to ON.
ON
OFF
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8
1 DR (Disaster Recovery) Mode
2 Emulation Mode (ON)
3 AIT Library Interface Mode
4 Reserved
5 Terminator Power
6 Periodic Cleaning Req
7 DC Control (1)
8 DC Control (2)
* Emulation Mode returns the following in the Product Identification field of Inquiry of a SDX-900V series drive.
SDX-700C
Data Compression Control DIP switch
Data compression can be selected by DIP switches. Data compression is enabled while position 7 [DC Control (1)] is ON. Control by host can be disabled when position 8 [DC Control (2)] is ON.
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Library Mode
The Library Mode can be enabled with a DIP switch.
ON
OFF
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8
1 DR (Disaster Recovery) Mode
2 Emulation Mode
3 AIT Library Interface Mode (ON)
4 Reserved
5 Terminator Power
6 Periodic Cleaning Req
7 DC Control (1)
8 DC Control (2)
When switch 3 is ON, AIT Legacy Library Interface Mode is enabled. With this switch OFF, ACI Mode is enabled.
Terminator Power Control DIP switch
This DIP switch determines whether terminator power is supplied to the
SCSI bus. To enable terminator power, set position 5 [Terminator Power] switch to ON.
Cleaning Request Mode
Periodic cleaning requests can be enabled by a DIP switch.
ON
OFF
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8
1 DR (Disaster Recovery) Mode
2 Emulation Mode
3 AIT Library Interface Mode
4 Reserved
5 Terminator Power
6 Periodic Cleaning Req (ON)
7 DC Control (1)
8 DC Control (2)
When switch 6 is ON, cleaning requests are enabled. When enabled, the
“CLEANING REQUEST” LED on the front panel lights after every 100 hours of operation.
When this LED lights, clean the drive with a head cleaning cartridge.
Note
To maintain the drive in optimum condition in environments affected by dust and other contaminants, we recommend keeping cleaning requests enabled.
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Mounting Holes
For 3.5" Standard Height
6-M3 (depth 2.5mm [0.10"] max.)
6-M3 (depth 2.5mm [0.10"] max.)
4.8 0.5mm
_
41.2 0.5mm
_
For 5.25" Half Height
6-M3
4-M3
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21.8 0.5mm
_
41.2 0.5mm
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Reconfiguring from 5.25" Model to 3.5" Model
You can reconfigure the 5.25" model to the 3.5" model yourself.
1
Remove the 2 screws for each side rail.
2
Take the side rail off.
Side Rail (L)
Side Rail (R)
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Orientation
10 10
10 10
10 10
10
10
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Attaching and Removing the Dust
Cover
Attaching the Dust Cover
1
Align the dust cover’s hinge clips (one on each side) with the pins of the drive bezel.
• The dust cover should be positioned so that the magnets * on the cover’s back face the drive bezel.
* This magnet does not affect the tape of the cartridge.
• Holding the dust cover at an angle, as shown in the figure below, set the hinge clips on top of the bezel pins, positioning them so that they bracket the pins.
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2
Press down at an angle on each side in turn until you hear the hinge clips click into place.
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Caution
Do not press the dust cover in horizontally from the front. Doing so could cause the dust cover to break.
3
Close the dust cover.
This completes attachment of the dust cover.
Removing the Dust Cover
1
Open the dust cover.
2
Holding the dust cover at both corners, carefully raise the dust cover.
The dust cover hinge clips and drive bezel pins uncouple.
Note
We recommend that you use the drive with the dust cover.
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Operation
Location of 3 LEDs
There are three LED indicatiors (TAPE MOTION LED, CLEANING
REQUEST LED, REPLACE TAPE LED) and an EJECT button on the front panel of the SDX-900V series drives.
Front Panel
Advanced
Intelligent
Tape
TAPE
MOTION
CLEANING
REQUEST
REPLACE
TAPE
LED EJECT button
LED Indication for Drive Status
The LED indicators are defined as follows
TAPE
MOTION
Independent
Independent
Independent
LED
CLEANING
REQUEST
Independent
Independent
Independent
Independent
REPLACE
TAPE
Independent Tape loaded
Sense
Independent Tape access in progress (write/read)
Independent Tape access in progress (others)
Independent Cleaning is requested
Independent Cleaning is not completed
Media error occurred
H/W error occurred on
Slow
1 pulse (0.9 sec on/0.3 sec off)
Fast
1 pulse (0.3 sec on/0.3 sec off)
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Drive Operation
Loading a Cartridge
Note
While setting the data cartridge, do not turn off the host computer. This may cause a malfunction or damage data.
1
Turn on the host computer. Check that the drive’s TAPE
MOTION LED, CLEANING REQUEST LED and REPLACE
TAPE LED go off.
2
Open the dust cover.
3
Set the AIT data cartridge orientation as shown here and insert it into the data cartridge slot.
By fully inserting the data cartridge, it is automatically set in the drive and the TAPE MOTION LED lights.
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Unloading a Cartridge
The cartridge can be removed from SDX-900V series drives in response to a SCSI Unload command, or by pressing the EJECT button.
When the EJECT button is pressed, the tape is rewound and the cartridge ejected from the slot.
Write-protecting a Cartridge
Cartridges can be write-protected by sliding the tab on the back of the cartridge. In this state, data can be read from the tape but not written onto it.
AIT-4
Using your fingernail, push the switch in the direction of the arrow to protect the tape from writing or accidental erasure.
Return the switch to its original position to re-enable writing.
Using a Cleaning Cartridge
A cleaning function is built into SDX-900V series drives so the use of a cleaning cartridge is not needed. If, however, the drive experiences excessive errors, use a cleaning cartridge with the AIT logo.
How to Clean
1
Load the head-cleaning cartridge (SDX4-CL) into the SDX-
900V. Cleaning starts automatically.
2
Cleaning takes from a few seconds to a minute for the SDX-
900V, *1 and the cartridge is automatically ejected when finished.
*1 The cleaning time varies depending on the condition of the drive.
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Emergency Tape Removal Procedure
1
Remove the drive from the chassis or enclosure to allow access to the bottom of the drive.
2
Remove the drive’s top cover.
3
Locate the small opening in the bottom of the drive and insert the tip of a precision screwdriver so that the Loading motor shaft can be rotated.
4
Rotate the motor shaft clockwise to bring the threading mechanism back to the initial position.
Reel motor
Loading motor
Emergency Tape Removal Procedure
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Caution
Stop rotating the motor shaft immediately, when the guide B gets to the area below the line C-C (This line is defined by 2 circular tape guide surfaces of the cartridge). Otherwise, the gears of the drive can be damaged.
A
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Tape guide surface Tape guide surface
C detail A
B Cartridge
The Initial Position of the Threading Mechanism
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Before the manual ejection procedure, tape slack must be removed in order to prevent tape damage. Rotate the gear mechanism located on the bottom of the drive counterclockwise to tighten the tape.
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After the tape slack has been removed, continue to turn the
Loading motor shaft located on the bottom of the drive clockwise with a precision screwdriver until the tape cartridge is lifted out of the drive mechanism and is ejected.
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Return the drive to Sony for repair.
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Interface Implementation
Supported SCSI Messages
Abort
Target Reset
Command Complete
Disconnect
Extended Message
– Synchronous Data Transfer
Request
– Wide Data Transfer Request
– Parallel Protocol Request
Identify
Ignore Wide Residue
Message Parity Error
Message Reject
No Operation
Supported SCSI Commands
Erase
Inquiry
Load/Unload
Locate
Log Sense
Log Select
Mode Select
Mode Sense
Persistent Reserve In
Persistent Reserve Out
Prevent Allow Medium Removal
Read
Read Attribute
Read Block Limits
Read Buffer
Read Position
Receive Diagnostic Result
Release (6)
Release (10)
Report Density Support
Report Device Identifier
Report Luns
Request Sense
Reserve (6)
Reserve (10)
Rewind
Send Diagnostic
Set Device Identifier
Space
Test Unit Ready
Write
Write Attribute
Write Buffer
Write Filemarks
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Specifications
Product Specifications
Dimensions
(not including bezel and protruding parts)
3.5"
Height 41.2 mm (1.62 in)
Width 101.6 mm (4.0 in)
Depth 155.0 mm (6.1 in)
5.25"
41.2 mm (1.62 in)
146.0 mm (5.75 in)
155.0 mm (6.1 in)
Mass
3.5" 780 g (27.5 oz.)
5.25" 1010 g (35.6 oz.)
Altitude
Operating 0 to 3048 m (0 to 10,000 ft.)
Vibration
Operating Swept Sine 5 to 500 Hz
*0.25 G Peak 1 Octave/min.
3 axes, 3 directions
Non-operating Swept Sine 5 to 500 Hz
*0.5 G Peak 1 Octave/min.
3 axes, 3 directions
Acoustic Noise
Streaming Write/Read
Insert/Eject
(A) curve weight
35 dB (A)
60 dB (A)
Note
The sound-meter on (A) scale is located 1m (3.3 ft.) in front of the center of the drive front panel.
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Shock
Operating No Data Loss
Half Sine
Performance
5 G Peak 3 ms
3 axes, 3 directions
*Interval of 10 seconds
Non-operating No Device Damage
Half Sine
90 G Peak 3 ms
(30 G Peak 11 ms)
3 axes, 3 directions
*Interval of 10 seconds
Temperature and Humidity Range
Temperature
Operating 5˚C to 40˚C (
∆T<10˚C/h) (41˚F to 104˚F (∆T<18˚F/h))
Non-operating (mech.) – 40˚C to 70˚C ( ∆T<20˚C/h) (– 40˚F to 158˚F (∆T<36˚F/h))
Non-operating (tape) – 40˚C to 45˚C (
∆T<20˚C/h) (– 40˚F to 113˚F (∆T<36˚F/h))
Humidity
Operating 20 to 80% RH, non-condensing
Non-operating (tape)
Maximum wet bulb temperature = 26˚C (78.8˚F)
Non-operating (mech.) 5 to 95% RH ( ∆RH<30%/h)
Maximum wet bulb temperature = 45˚C (113˚F)
20 to 80% RH (
∆RH<30%/h)
Air-cooling Requirement
Surrounding temperature < 40˚C (104˚F)
Clean air flow is recommended to minimize the possibility of data loss.
Power Requirements
Voltage Max Ripple
5 V +/– 5 % 100 mVp-p
12 V +/– 10 % 150 mVp-p
Typical
1.5 A
0.75 A
Current
Maximum
2.5 A
3.0 A
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Sony Contacts
For further information, please contact:
Sony Electronics Inc., Tape Storage Solutions (USA)
URL: http://www.storagebysony.com
Sony Corporation
Electronic Devices Marketing Group, Product Marketing Div.
Computer Peripherals Dept., Tape Streamer Section
Osaki Gate City East Tower, 1-11-1, Osaki
Shinagawa-ku, Tokyo, 141-0032 Japan
TEL: (81) 3-5435-3486 FAX: (81) 3-5435-3565
Sony of Canada Ltd., AV/IT Marketing Group
Computer Peripherals Product Marketing
115 Gordon Baker Road Toronto, Ontario, M2H 3R6 Canada
TEL: (416) 499-1414 or (1) 800-961-7669
FAX: (416) 499-8541
Sony Business Europe
URL: http://www.sonyisstorage.com/
Electronics Devices Marketing (Singapore)
(A division company of Sony Electronics (S) Pte. Ltd.)
Enterprise Storage Solutions Dept.
2 International Business Park, #01-10 Tower One,
The Strategy, Singapore 609930
TEL: 65-6544-8000 FAX: 65-6544-7390
Sony Corporation of Hong Kong Ltd.
Computer Peripheral Sales & Marketing Division
Electronic Devices Marketing Hong Kong
45/F, The Lee Gardens, 33 Hysan Avenue, Causeway Bay, Hong Kong
TEL: (852) 2909-1008 FAX: (852) 2909-2001
Sony Corporation of Hong Kong Ltd., Beijing Rep. Office
Computer Peripheral Div.
Full Link Plaza Tower A 11/F., No.18 Chaoyangmenwai Ave., Beijing
100020 P.R.C.
TEL: 86-10-6588-0558 FAX: 86-10-6588-0855
URL: http://www.sony.com.cn
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Sony Corporation of Hong Kong Ltd., Shanghai Rep. Office
44F., HSBC Tower, 101 Yin Cheng East Road, Pudong, New Area,
Shanghai, P.R.C. Postcode 200120
TEL: 86-21-6841-3222 FAX: 86-21-6841-0280
Sony Brasil Ltda.
Rua Inocéncio Tobias, 125-BlocoA, CEP01144-000, São Paulo -SP-Brasil
TEL: (55) 11-3824-6586 to 6598 FAX: (55) 11-3611-9064
URL: http://www.sonybrasil.com
Sony Australia Limited
33-39 Talavera Rd.
NORTH RYDE, NSW 2113
TEL: 1300-13-7669 FAX: 02-9870-5864 e-mail: [email protected]
Sony New Zealand
Akoranga Business Park
NORTH SHORE, AUCKLAND
TEL: 0800-76-6969 FAX: 09-308-9300 e-mail: [email protected]
Sony Chile Ltda
Av. Kennedy 8017, Las Condes, Santiago, Chile
TEL: (02) 210-6000 FAX: (02) 210-5417
Sony Taiwan Limited
Optical Devices Storage Dept., Data Storage Section
5F, 145 Changchun Road, Taipei 104, Taiwan
TEL: 886-2-2522-7920 FAX: 886-2-2522-2153
Sony Korea Corporation EDMK CP Sales & Marketing Team
34F, ASEM Tower, World Trade Center, 159-1, Samsung-Dong,
Kangnam-Ku, Seoul, 135-798, Korea
TEL: 82-2-6001-4249 FAX: 82-2-6001-4115
URL: http://www.sony.co.kr/cp/
Sony Gulf FZE Computer Display & Peripheral Div.
P.O.BOX 16871, Jebel Ali, Dubai, U.A.E.
TEL: 971-4-8815488 or 8816912 FAX: 971-4-8817210 or 8816259
Sony Marketing of Japan
Business Solution Dept. Server Solution Marketing Section
URL: http://www.sony.co.jp/STORAGE
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