:: IBM 3447/7337 DLT Library Repair ::

The IBM 3447 / 7337 Digital Linear Tape ( DLT ) Library is a solid and reliable performer from IBM offered in stand-alone and rack mount models. It supports one or two DLT 7000 tape drives in either single ended or differential configuration. Maximum capacity is 525 GB native (1.05 TB compressed) with a full load of 15 cartridges.

Nortek offers complete testing, repair and refurbish services for any configuration of this library and the sled drives inside. We have parts and reference materials available and in stock to keep your existing library setup running reliably for years to come.

IBM FRU Number: 59H3571
IBM Part Number: 59H3554, 59H3555, 3447105, 3447106, 7337305, 7337306
Model: 3447-105, 3447-106, 7337-305, 7337-306
59H3560 - Power Module, 59H3561 - Single ended Interface controller, 59H3582 - Differential interface controller

Some failures the customer may encounter include the following:

plunger failure checking for magazine - buzzing, noisy, grinding - "init error: 31, motion err 31"
shuttle cannot find home - x-axis - "init error: 2, motion err 2", "init error: 17, motion err 17"
jammed picker - "init error: 54, motion err 54"
"Home NFActuator" flashing on display - "init error: 14, motion err 14"
tape handling error "Move error: 14"
dropped tape "Move Fatal Error: 14"
lost tape "Move Fatal Error: 37"

Regardless of the problem, configuration or volume, Nortek has the experience and resources to handle it. Visit our Tape Drive Repair page or feel free to email our Support Staff for further details.

Regardless of the problem, configuration or volume, Nortek has the experience and resources to handle it.