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A TS7700 is enclosed by a 3948 or 39xx.

A 3948 or 39xx contains the TS7700 Server, TS7700 Cache, and the TSSC, and additional components such as routersswitches and power distribution units for connection to independent power sources. The 39xx Tape Frame model F06 or F07 can house either a TS7760 or a TS7770. The 3948 Tape Frame model F07 can house a TS7770.

Additionally, a 3948 or 39xx can be designated as a TS7770 Storage Expansion Frame to expand the capacity of a TS7700 disk-only Cluster.

Starting with 8.54.1.x release, the tape attach switch will be located within the TS7700 frame.

Figure 1. 3948-VED with 32Gb Tape Attach switches installed in the F07 frame.