IBM 3363 OPTICAL DISK DRIVE IBM Announcement Letter Number 187-064 dated April 2, 1987 IBM US - Last Revised on April 2, 1987 Brief Description of Announcement, Charges, and Availability The IBM 3363 Optical Disk Drive is a new high-performance removable disk storage device. It utilizes the high-density characteristics of optical storage technology to achieve very high capacity (200MB) on a small 130MM (5.25-inch) removable disk. It is designed to attach to the IBM Personal Computer, PC XT (TM), Portable Personal Computer, Personal Computer AT (R), 3270 Personal Computer, 3270 Personal Computer AT, and all models of the IBM Personal System/2 (TM) via a special controller card connecting to the Personal System/2 input/output (I/O) bus. Two drives can be attached to a single controller card. Depending on the IBM personal computer model, from one to four controller cards can be supported yielding from 200MB to 1.6GB of removable, write once, online storage capacity. The IBM 3363 consists of three models (A01, A11, and B01), which are external standalone units. There is also an internal optical disk drive for Personal System/2 Models 60 and 80 only. This drive is feature number 8700 on those models. The device software contains a file driver providing commands compatible with most Disk Operating System (DOS) magnetic disk commands. It also provides extensions to DOS supporting multiple versions of files and files of greater than 32MB. The IBM 3363 is recommended as a supplement to a fixed disk for higher capacity storage, and for applications where removability of the disk is important (for example, security, archive, portable data, and personal disks for individual uses). Purchase Price: IBM 3363 A01/A11 $2,950 IBM 3363 B01 2,365 Feature #8700 2,700 IBM Optical Disk Cartridge 65 Availability Date: IBM 3363 A01/B01 Second quarter 1987 IBM 3363 A11 Third quarter 1987 Feature #8700 Fourth quarter 1987 (TM) Trademarks of the International Business Machines Corporation. (R) Registered trademark of the International Business Machines Corporation. Customer Letter Section HIGHLIGHTS o Provides 200MB of storage per cartridge o Up to eight drives can be attached depending on personal computer model o Supports personal computer applications that use Interrupt 21 DOS Read/Write commands o Supports multiple versions of the same name file o Supports file sizes greater than 32MB o Burst data rate of 2.5 megabits per second at the read amplifier o Average seek over one-third of the disk less than 230MS o Shorter average seek for up to 101 tracks less than 45MS DESCRIPTION The IBM 3363 Optical Disk Drive is a mass storage device designed specifically for IBM personal computers. It should be viewed as a supplement to a fixed disk, and for applications where removability of the disk is important (for example, security, archive, and backup). The IBM 3363 is available as both an external model and internal feature. The external drive is a standalone unit with its own power supply, while the internal feature derives power from the personal computer. The IBM 3363 can be attached to most current models of the IBM personal computer as well as all models of the IBM Personal System/2. The exceptions are: PCjr (TM), PC Convertible, PC/370 models, and RT PC (TM). The IBM 3363 attaches to IBM personal computers via a new controller card that plugs into the system board and is connected to the personal computer standard I/O bus. One or two drives can be attached to the controller card. (TM) Trademarks of the International Business Machines Corporation. The IBM 3363 utilizes a small 130MM (5.25-inch) write once, removable optical disk, housed in a protective cartridge. The optical disk is a plastic media with recording on one side. The cartridge has a 200MB capacity. Depending on the personal computer model, from one to eight IBM 3363 Optical Disk Drives may be attached yielding a total of 200MB to 1.6GB of online direct access storage. The IBM 3363 utilizes a spiral format consisting of 512 bytes per second sector, 23 sectors per track, and 17,100 tracks. Data is read or written using a laser Read/Write head. The IBM Optical Disk Cartridge can be pre-recorded with data similar to today's diskettes. Thus, large electronic text or data bases can be distributed on a reliable media that can also be updated as the data changes. The IBM 3363 has a burst data rate of up to 2.5 megabits per second at the output of the read amplifier, with peak data transfer rate being a function of the attaching system. Data is recorded contiguously along the spiral starting at the first available sector. The user application can optimize performance by taking advantage of this recording technique to produce a 64,000 byte streaming effect, when doing large sequential transfers of data with a single command. Average seek time over one-third of the disk surface (5,700 tracks; 67MB) is less than 230 milliseconds. The IBM 3363 also has a shorter average seek time of less than 45 milliseconds for up to 101 tracks (1.2MB). This is accomplished by simply changing the angle of the laser beam. The IBM 3363 is supported by new software and optical BIOS that provide extensions to DOS. The software design incorporates a directory structure that optimizes the directory search speed and the disk space utilization. The directory design in conjunction with a new File System Driver makes the IBM 3363 appear rewritable to the user application. The software support also provides compatibility with most DOS commands. New functions such as multiple versions are available with the IBM 3363 software. With this support, the user can keep back versions of the same file name. Manipulation of versions is supported by new commands, designed to look like standard DOS commands. They provide the hooks to enable user applications to take advantage of the versions capability for any file. Another new function, provided by the IBM 3363 software support, is the ability to create data files greater than 32MB in size. This provides flexibility in the user's capability of using the 200MB capacity of the IBM Optical Disk Cartridge. There is also a new Save/Restore function allowing the user to save only changed data files, while maintaining the integrity of the directory structure. This ability together with versions support provides users with an automatic audit trail and archive for future reference. Restoring data files can be accomplished by file name, a particular version of a file, all versions of a file, or all files. PUBLICATIONS The Guide to Operations (GC35-0104) is shipped with the product. The following publications are available by contacting your IBM marketing representative or by calling 800-IBM-PCTB. FORM TITLE NUMBER Hardware Maintenance Service SY32-7007 Technical Reference Manual SY32-7012 EDUCATION SUPPORT There is no planned education for this product. SCHEDULE Planned availability of the 3363 A01 and B01 is second quarter 1987. The A11 is planned for third quarter 1987. Feature number 8700 is planned for fourth quarter 1987. TECHNICAL INFORMATION SPECIFIED OPERATING ENVIRONMENT MACHINE REQUIREMENTS CURRENT MODEL/ PERSONAL IBM PERSONAL SYSTEM/2 (TM) FEATURE COMPUTERS 30 50 60 80 A01 X X A11 X X X #8700 X X B01 Y Y Y Y Y X Denotes attaching processor - Includes the controller card Y Attaches to A01, A11, and Feature #8700 as a second drive PROGRAMMING REQUIREMENTS: DOS Version 3.2 or higher. Minimum storage required for the File System Driver is 105KB. Total storage requirements should be reviewed in order to determine if the IBM 3363 File System Driver will impact current or planned applications. COMPATIBILITY: All models of the IBM Personal Computer, PC XT (TM), AT (R), Portable Personal Computer, 3270 Personal Computer, 3270 Personal Computer AT, IBM Personal System/2 Models 30, 50, 60, and 80. The IBM 3363 is not compatible with the IBM XMA Card. It is also not compatible with any version of TopView. (TM) (TM) Trademarks of the International Business Machines Corporation. (R) Registered trademark of the International Business Machines Corporation. The following software products have been tested for compatibility with the IBM 3363 Optical Disk Drive with DOS 3.2 and DOS 3.30, and determined to operate as described in the program documentation. o DOS Version 3.2 o IBM Disk Operating System (DOS) Version 3.30 o Basic Interpreter Version 3.2 o Basic Compiler Version 2.01 o C Compiler Version 1.0 o COBOL Compiler Version 1.0 (should not reside on the IBM 3363) o FORTRAN Compiler Version 2.0 o MACRO Assembler Version 2.0 (the SALUTE utility is not compatible with the IBM 3363) o PASCAL Compiler Version 2.0 Further testing is ongoing with applications such as accounting, image, graphics, spreadsheet, and word processing, both IBM and independent vendor titles. The results of this testing will be available at general availability of the IBM 3363. PLANNING INFORMATION CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES: The customer is responsible for unpacking and setup of the sub-system components per the set-up instructions provided. CABLE ORDERS: None INSTALLABILITY: The IBM 3363 is connected to the IBM personal computer via the controller card installed in the systems expansion slot. PROBLEM DETERMINATION: It is the customers responsibility to run the diagnostics provided, in order to determine fault. SUPPLIES: IBM 3363 Optical Disk Cartridge (63X4199) SECURITY, AUDITABILITY, AND CONTROL User management is responsible for evaluation, selection, and implementation of security features, administrative procedures, and appropriate controls in application systems and communications facilities. TERMS AND CONDITIONS VOLUME PURCHASE DISCOUNT: Volume purchasing is available under the Volume Procurement Amendment (VPA) to Agreement for Purchase of IBM Machines. The IBM 3363 is added to Category B of the IBM Workstations VPA Exhibit (32WS-14) and Category D of the IBM Personal Computer VPA for Qualified Educational Institutions/Hospitals Exhibit (515E-37). Since this new machine is in a Category that is dependent on another Category for its discount, customers with an existing VPA with a commitment in Category A may order this machine and receive a discount based on the quantity of machines committed in this Category. For further information regarding volume orders, contact your IBM marketing representative. IBM CREDIT CORPORATION FINANCING: The IBM 3363 is eligible for a range of IBM Credit Corporation term leases and installment payment plans for commercial and state and local government customers. Term lease financing of feature #8700 is only available when ordered as a feature on a new equipment order for a system being financed under term lease and not when ordered for installation on an already installed system. CUSTOMER FULFILLMENT OPTION APPLIES: Yes, for IBM 3363 Models A01, A11, and BO1. ELIGIBLE MACHINE UNDER ALTERNATIVE CERTIFICATION FOR IBM MACHINES: No WARRANTY PERIOD: One year WARRANTY: Customer Carry-in Repair (CCR) WARRANTY OPTIONS: IBM On-site Repair (IOR) IBM MAINTENANCE AGREEMENT: IBM On-site Repair (IOR) MACHINE GROUP: A IBM HOURLY SERVICE RATE CLASSIFICATION: 2 Service may be obtained by calling the IBM Service/Exchange Communications Centers at 800-428-2569. VOLUME MAINTENANCE AMENDMENT: The IBM 3363 Optical Disk Drive is an eligible machine under the Volume Maintenance Amendment to IBM Maintenance Agreement. CORPORATE SERVICE AGREEMENT: The IBM 3363 Optical Disk Drive is an eligible machine for the Corporate Service Amendment to the IBM Maintenance Agreement. CENTRAL FACILITY MAINTENANCE SERVICE: The minimum number of machines required to be at the central facility before requesting maintenance service is six machines. The Additional Maintenance Charge Factor is currently .5 hours. The terms and conditions are stated in the Amendment for Central Facility Maintenance Service (Z125-3333-02) and its Supplement (Z125-3334-01). PRODUCT AVAILABILITY STATUS: New product available. CUSTOMER SETUP: Yes, CSU allowance is one day. IBM setup is available at the applicable IBM hourly service rate and minimum charges. PRE-INSTALLATION TEST ALLOWANCE: None ON-SITE ALLOWANCE: None EDUCATIONAL ALLOWANCE: A 20% educational allowance is available to qualifying institutions in accordance with the Educational Allowance Amendment. The educational allowance may not be added to any other discount or allowance. CHARGES MODEL/ MACHINE FEATURE PURCHASE DESCRIPTION TYPE NUMBER PRICE Optical Disk Drive 3363 A01 $2,950 Optical Disk Drive 3363 A11 2,950 Optical Disk Drive 3363 B01 2,365 Internal Optical Disk Drive 8700 2,700 Optical Disk Cartridge 65 MAINTENANCE CHARGES/RATES AND USE CHARGE RATES ANNUAL MINIMUM MINIMUM WARRANTY MAINTENANCE OPTION CHARGES CHARGES IOR IOR IBM 3363-A01 $288 $12 IBM 3363-A11 288 12 IBM 3363-B01 264 12 #8700 324 12