Description
IBM 7208-001 2.3GB 8MM DAT External Tape Drive
This is an external 8MM DAT (Digital Audio Tape) drive designed for high-capacity data backup and archival storage. The 7208-001 delivers reliable performance in legacy data environments where 8MM tape remained the standard for enterprise backup well into the 2000s, and it is still valued by organizations maintaining historical systems and archival repositories.
Specifications & What's Included
- Model: IBM 7208-001
- Storage Capacity: 2.3 GB (native)
- Format: 8MM DAT tape
- Interface: SCSI
- Data Transfer Rate: ~5 MB/s
- Form Factor: External desktop enclosure
- Power: AC mains (standard)
- Includes: Drive unit only; no cables, software, or mounting hardware included
Applications
8MM DAT drives like the 7208-001 were the workhorse of enterprise backup and data archival from the 1990s through early 2000s. This external model connects via SCSI to servers, workstations, and backup appliances, and is ideally suited for organizations that maintain legacy tape archives, IT museums, or systems requiring long-term offline data storage. The drive is still actively used by data recovery professionals and facilities managing decades-old backup libraries. Its robust design and large capacity per cartridge made it popular in Unix/Linux environments, mainframe systems, and on Windows NT/2000 servers—and it remains relevant wherever historical data preservation is critical.
This IBM 7208-001 8MM DAT external tape drive has been inspected and is in good used condition. It was pulled from a working environment where it was previously in service. The drive is visually clean with minimal cosmetic wear typical of legacy equipment. Please contact us with any questions before purchasing, and review photos for complete condition details.
Warranty Information
Additional Information
Brand: |
IBM |
Model: |
7208-001 |
Type: |
External 8MM DAT Tape Drive |
Capacity: |
2.3 GB |
Form Factor: |
External |
Interface: |
SCSI |
Data Transfer Rate: |
5 MB/s (native) |
SKU: |
7197 |
Seller Notes: |
Drive only — no cables, software, or mounting hardware included |
Country/Region of Manufacture: |
USA |
Condition Notes: |
IBM 7208-001 external 8MM DAT tape drive, used and inspected. Pulled from a working environment. Good condition with normal wear. Contact us with questions. |
California Prop 65 Warning: |
WARNING: This product can expose you to chemicals including lead and lead compounds, and DEHP (a phthalate), which are known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm. Go to P65Warnings.ca.gov |