Cartridge auto-changer

Details Cartridge auto-changer Cartridge auto-changer

1996-08-08

1998-04-21

Levy, Stuart S.

Dynamic information storage or retrieval

Information location or remote operator actuated control

Selective addressing of storage medium

369178, 360 92, G11B 1568, G11B 1722

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057425701

ABSTRACT:
A cartridge auto-changer includes a main unit (12) within which a vertical array of shelves (4a) and disc drives (6a) are arranged, and a carrier (2) positioned behind the shelves and disc drives and moved in a vertical direction. An extension unit (22) includes a vertical array of shelves (4b), and disc drives (6b). The extension unit is removably attached to the back of the main unit through an attachment mechanism (23). This arrangement allows for mounting of additional shelves and disc drives, as may be needed.

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