| Introduced | 1987 (1987) |
|---|---|
| Discontinued | 1994 (1994) |
| Cost | US$1,499 (equivalent to $4,149 in 2024)[1] |
| Type | Tape drive |
| Connection | SCSI |
| Ports | 2 SCSI ports |
| Power consumption | 15 – 60 watts |
| Weight | 7.3 lb (3.3 kg) |
| Dimensions | 246 mm (W) × 266 mm (D) × 78 mm (H) |
TheApple Tape Backup 40SC is anexternal,SCSI-interfaced,1⁄4-inch (6.35 mm)QIC,mini-cartridgetape drive.[2] It was first introduced byApple Inc. in 1987 and discontinued in 1994.[3] The drive came bundled withRetrospectbackup software.[4][2][5] The drive is also compatible with the tape software included withA/UX.[6][7]