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GENERAL DESCRIPTION
The LF 6600 RapidChanger is a write once read many (WORM), high-capacity optical disk drive with an
integral shuttle capable of holding up to six LM 6000/LM 4000 media cartridges. The integral shuttle moves
laterally to position one of six media cartridges for automated loading and unloading into the optical drive.
The LF 6600 RapidChanger provides up to 12 GBytes of online storage or up to 72 GBytes nearline
storage.
The LF 6600 is available in either a Rack Mount or Tower configuration. Two LF 6600 Rack Mount drives
can be mounted side-by-side in an EIA standard 19-in. rack. The Tower is a standalone LF 6600 that can
be located on an open floor or beside a desk.
LF 6600 Configurations
A Drive Operator Console (DOC) located on the front panel of the drive provides user control of drive
operation and configuration as explained in the operator section of this manual. Operating messages are
presented on the alphanumeric display in English, French or German. The language used is selectable.
The front panel includes a lockable media access door to provide operator access to the shuttle and media
cartridges.
The Auxiliary Diagnostic Port (ADP), located on the rear panel of each drive, can be used to download
updates to the drive firmware in the field. Refer to the LD 6100/LF 6600/LF 6602 Product Specification
(P/N 97653977) for more information.
The LF 6600 supports a sustained read transfer rate of 2.7 MBytes/sec with error correction and defect
management capabilities to maintain data integrity and manage media flaws. The LF 6600 supports a
sustained write transfer rate of 1.3 MBytes/sec with data verification.
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TOWER
CONFIGURATION
RACK MOUNT
CONFIGURATION