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From: rmas@cbosgd.UUCP (RMAS Project Login)
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Subject: Re: Disk backup via RS232 link
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Date: Sun, 25-Nov-84 22:35:52 EST
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Posted: Sun Nov 25 22:35:52 1984
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> 
> 	Is there a device available that can be used to backup a harddisk
> via a RS232 link?  We have a AT&T 3B2/300, that system only offers the 5.25
> inch floppy for a backup device.  Ever try to backup 30M on those floppies?
> It is not a pretty site.  We are looking for a device that does not require
> much human intervention.  A long backup time is somewhat ok.  Any pointers
> would be greatly appreciated.
> 

	I implied in the above message that I was looking for a solution
to a problem in our development environment, that was incorrect.  We need
a solution that will be applied to our end product.  Several people suggested
using the 3bnet or ports cards to communicate to a different computer that
has a better backup scheme.  Although that would work, the price of that type
of solution is unattractive.  We need a reasonably priced solution to an
oversight by the 3b2 design crew.  I know that a tape drive is coming, but
we need complete systems for distribution by Jan. 1st.  If you know of a device
that we can easily connect to the 3b2 to do backup, please drop me a note.

	Thanks,
					Tom Lanning
					AT&T Bell Laboratories
					Columbus OH
					614-860-4153