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1. n nrnenernrrrrnrrrnnrn 13 Installing the Internal SCSI Tape Drive nemrnvvvrvnevvrererrvrrrerererrrrerrrrrerrsereresrrrserererer 14 Identifying the Steps mmnesrsvannnnenrrnenenenenrnenenenenrsrnevenennarstvevenenssrstresesesertresesenestnnr 14 Unpacking the Internal SCSI Tape Drive n mmenesssvsrvrnnvrvrererenenrerererenenenesererenener 15 Configuring the Internal SCSI Tape Drive nmursesrnnsrrererereererererrsenenererenenrsernnr 15 Setting the SCSI ID reiissi aaaea 16 Terminating the Internal SCSI Tape Drive msmennsrnnsvvvverrrrrrrrrrrrrserrrrrrrrnennnr 17 Installing the Internal SCSI Tape Drive mmsrvrvvvvvrvervrerrrrrrsrrrrrrrrrrrsrrrrerrsrsrnnrernn 19 Completing the Internal SCSI Tape Drive Install ation 23 Installing the Internal SATA Tape DIive ecccsccesssseeeeeeseeeeeeseneeenseeteneneneneteteneneeeses 25 Identifying the Steps saaien iaa a aaua aiea 25 Unpacking the Internal SATA Tape Drive m mesrevveiinien 26 Installing the Internal SATA Tape Drive m mssssvesesevrverenervereresrsererereresernr 26 Connecting the Internal SATA Tape Drive to the Serv f s 29 Completing the Internal SATA Tape Drive Installation cece 30 Installing the Device Drivers m musnsesrmsessesenserererererererererenenrsererenenesereresenrnenererenenener 32 Microsoft Windows XP and Windows Server 2003 srsrrvenenrnvnerenrnrnrnererenenener 32 Microsoft Windows 2000 rrrvrnrnvvrrrnrnrnernrrvenrnrnrrnrev
2. Store your data cartridges in their plastic storage cases Do not expose your data cartridges to direct sunlight or sources of heat including portable heaters and heating ducts The operating temperature range for your data cartridges is 10 2C to 40 C 50 F to 104 F The storage temperature range is 16 to 32 C 60 F to 90 F If a data cartridge is exposed to temperatures outside the ranges specified above stabilize the data cartridge at room temperature for the same amount of time it was exposed to extreme temperatures up to 24 hours Store your data cartridges in a dust free environment in which relative humidity is always between 20 and 80 non condensing The ideal storage relative humidity is 40 57 Using the Cleaning Cartridge Figure 21 DLT VS1 Cleaning Cartridge DLT V4 Product Manual Chapter 5 Using Data and Cleaning Cartridges Data Cartridge Use and Care Do not place data cartridges near sources of electromagnetic energy or strong magnetic fields such as computer monitors electric motors speakers or X ray equipment Exposure to electromagnetic energy or magnetic fields can destroy data on data cartridges Place identification labels only in the slide in slot on the front of the data cartridge Never use any type of adhesive labels or sticky notes on data cartridges they can become dislodged inside the tape drive and entangled in the mechanism Do not use graphite pencil water solub
3. 20402 Stock No 004 00398 5 43 FCC Label IC Notice Canada VCCI Notice Japan Chapter 3 Specifications Reliability Factors All external I O cables connecting to this unit need to be shielded See chapter 2 Installing the Tape Drive or the Quick Start Guide for more cabling options Caution Any changes or modifications made to this equipment may void the user s authority to operate this equipment TESTED TO COMPLY WITH FCC STANDARDS FOR HOME OR OFFICE USE This Class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES 003 Cet appareil num rique de la classe B est conforme la norme N M B 003 du Canada COS BIS Tes ANT de pe Gr ee ee Bl ieee OO FE ZT SSR ETRE RCS CORB SFR AA ee SAAS LCL eA I EAST 99648 Le Pie Le RBS EHAE tSt SEREA E siz ee OPT Ce AY eS Bx HEr AR BA SE it gt TIE LL ELS LTP ELS DEN AN Notice Japan EDR FE FACOG KAA V RE ET 5 LY EEA BSCS BS Fe LBW TS KEV EK FJ R DER I F amp Quantumii i amp HRC HLIRVTI KEN GROG KEUR L TOMO GRE CAI SICIL VATA CBE L TW STA CORPS FILT KEN DLT V4 Product Manual 44 Chapter 3 Specifications Environmental Compliance Class B ITE Translation This is a Class B product based on the standard of the Voluntary Control Council for Interference from Information Technology Equipment VCCI If this product is
4. Media LEDs Indicator Activity seses 48 Unload Button Functions esrrsrvvvevvvvvvvvevvvvvvrvinninn 50 Unload BUONA IONS inn iiaae 51 Diagnostic M ode Event Cod65 nrrnrnnnnnrnrnsrnnenrnenernrnnensrereneneneneserenenenene 53 viii Purpose Audience Document Organization DLT V4 Product Manual TANDBERG DATA mm Securing your Information Preface This document serves as an easy to use information source to familiarize customers and systems professionals with the DLT V4tape drive system The DLT V4 tape drive is an extension of the Digital Linear Tape DLT product family This chapter describes the purpose scope and audience of this document It also lists the typographical conventions used in this document This document describes the DLT V4 tape drive listing its physical functional and performance specifications and describing the standards that the tape drive meets The primary audience for this document consists of engineers and technicians interested in integrating the DLT V4 tape drive into tape libraries and other equipment This document is organized as follows e Chapter 1 Introduction introduces the tape drive tabletop or internal and provides a general overview of the product e Chapter 2 Installing the Tape Drive explains how to configure and install the tape drive e Chapter 3 Specifications contains the tape drive specifications e Chapter 4 Using Your Tape Drive contains f
5. Peripheral A device added to asystem as a complement to the basic central processing unit CPU such as a disk drive tape drive or printer 65 DLT V4 Product Manual Glossary Port In referring to a Fibre Channel network a port connects a node to the network Positive Engagement Buckling Mechanism A highly robust solidly engineered media leader buckling mechanism for heavy duty cycle automated environments POST Power on Self Test When power is applied to the tape drive it performs a POST PRML Partial Response Maximum Likelihood is a method for converting the weak analog signal from the head of a magnetic disk drive into a digital signal Also see Advanced PRML PWA Printed Wiring Assembly Restore To replace data on the hard drive with data obtained from another media device RoHS Restrictions on Hazardous Substances is an EU directive that restricts and in some cases bans the use of certain compounds in the manufacture of electronic equipment RoH S mandates that new electrical and electronic equipment put on the market does not contain lead mercury cadmium hexavalent chromium poly brominated biphenyls PBB or poly brominated diphenyl ethers PBDE SAN Storage Area Network SATA Serial Advanced Technology Attachment A Serial ATA International Organization SATA IO standard for the interface between a computer and peripheral controllers SCSI Small Computer System Interface An American National Stand
6. Revert back to Release the unload button to return the tape drive normal mode to normal operation Diagnostic Mode Event Codes DLT V4 Product Manual Press hold and releasethe unload button after six to nine seconds to start the diagnostic mode This displays the most recent event code The unload button then becomes a scroll button for additional event codes Press and release the unload button for the next most recent event code You can display up to five total events using this method See table 17 for details about the meaning of the various patterns After you display the final available event code the next button press causes all LEDs to flash indicating that the next eight hex characters displayed are the detailed error code of the most recent event The first 52 Chapter 4 Using Your Tape Drive Diagnostic Mode Event Codes character is either a hex E error or a B bug check You can look up the remaining seven characters in the error bug check definition tables When you display the last eighth detailed error code digit the next button press returns the tape drive to normal operation All indications are a four bit hex value During any time in this procedure the tape drive returns to normal operation if you perform no scroll action within 15 seconds Table 17 Diagnostic Mode Event Codes LED Fault Code Failure 0001 SCSI Event 0010 General Error 0011 Softwa
7. from Global Engineering Documents 15 Inverness Way East Englewood CO 80112 800 854 7179 or 303 397 2740 DLT V4 Product Manual xii TANDBERG DATA Securing your Information Chapter 1 Introduction This chapter introduces the DLT V4 tape drive tabletop or internal and provides a general overview of the product DLT V4 Tape Drive Overview DLT V4 Product Manual The DLT V4 tape drive is a value priced high reliability high capacity linear streaming data cartridge tape drive designed for use on entry to mid range computing platforms With a combination of data compression and compaction the DLT V4 tape drive offers a formatted data cartridge capacity of 320 gigabytes GB assuming a 2 1 compression ratio and a sustained user data transfer rate of 20 megabytes M B sec assuming a 2 1 compression ratio The DLT V4 tape drive is a 5 inch half height form factor device that uses Yzinch tape Its design includes a four channel read write head Lempel Ziv DLZ high efficiency data compression and a tape mark directory to achieve fast data throughput and data access times Chapter 1 Introduction Features and Upgrades Features and Upgrades Features Firmware Upgrades and Drivers DLT V4 Product Manual This section covers the DLT V4 tape drive features and information about obtaining drivers and firmware upgrades The DLT V4 tape drive offers the following features e Supported formats
8. oO oO A DLT1 DLT VS 80 formatted DLTtapelV data cartridge is loaded Represents a read only or VS160 formatted cartridge o gt Calibration error or permanent write read error cleaning suggested 48 DLT V4 Product Manual Chapter 4 Using Your Tape Drive LED Indicators Fault Clean Media Description o oO o Cleaning required 250 tape motion hours exceeded since last cleaning oO D Cleaning in process gt o o User invoked write read diagnostic failed w Oo o Servo or mechanical error oO Internal firmware error Key Off On Blinking slow approximately once per second Blinking medium approximately twice per second Blinking fast approximately three times per second Indicates that the status of this LED does not depend on the specific tape drive condition This means that certain tape drive conditions may result in a combination of two or more of the LED states in the chart For example if you need to clean the tape drive while a DLT1 tape is loaded both the Clean LED and Media LED are on steadily If an internal write read diagnostic fails due to a permanent write error both the Fault LED and Clean LED blink slowly 49 Chapter 4 Using Your Tape Drive Unload Button Functions Unload Button Functions You can use the unload button to unload and eject data cartridges and for the additional features shown in the following
9. 48 Normal Operation Fault Clean M edia LEDs Indicator Activity 48 Unload Button Functions uvvsnenraasrkeynivtednnsgandvunnnvae 50 Unload Button ActiOnS smsesesesesvnnenenenrsvnenenenrnenenenenenenenenenenenrnenenenenrserevenenenenererenenener 51 Diagnostic Mode Event Codes mmerrnnarvrnsnrnnnnrnrvnsnnnenenrserenenesenesenenenenesenenenenesesenenenenene 52 Data Cartridge Use and Care nsonnnanvrnnnnnnrnanrvnnnnenenensrerenenenesenererenenesererenenenenenenenenene 54 Loading a Data Cartridge nrannenenvnvnvronenrnrnererenenrnrnerevenenenrrerevenenenerevenenenenererenenenen 54 Unloading a Data Cartridge vnnnnrvvverrrrrnrrrrrrrrrrrnrnrrrrrrnnrerererrnerrrrsrsrnsnersrrsesensnnnr 55 Write Protecting the Data Cartridge cececesssssesesesesseeteeeeeeecseaeseeeeeatataeeceeenananas 56 Caring for Your Data Cartridges enrnrnrnvvrrennnrnrnrrererrnrrnrererrnrnerererrsrsrnerererrsrnsennn 57 Using the Cleaning CartridQe csececcccescseseseeeseeeteeetessseseseeesacaeasseeseeasaeasseeeaeas 58 Glossary 60 DLT V4 Product Manual V DLT V4 Product Manual Figure 1 Figure 2 Figure 3 Figure4 Figure5 Figure6 Figure 7 Figure8 Figure 9 Figure 10 Figure 11 Figure 12 Figure 13 Figure 14 Figure 15 Figure 16 Figure 17 Figure 18 TANDBERG DATA Securing your Information Figures Rear Panel SCSI Tabletop Tape Drive nrsnnenenrnvnenenenrnrnenenenenrnrnerenenenenens 8 SCSI ID Selector Swi
10. Capacity N ative Mode 160 gigabytes GB Formatted Capacity Compressed 320 GB Mode Interface Tape Drive Type Wide Ultra SCSI 2 Low Voltage Differential LVD and SATA DLT Derivative streaming 160 GB 16 bit LVD Recording Type Partial Response M aximum Likelihood PRM L Read Compatibility DLT V4 DLT VS160 DLT VS80 DLT1 Write Compatibility DLT V4 Form Factor 5Y4in half height Sustained Transfer Rate N ative Mode Sustained Transfer Rate Compressed Mode Up to 10 megabyte M B per second Upto 20MB sec Transfer Rate Burst 160MB sec Error Rate Unrecoverable Lin 10 bits non media error a Compressed values use a nominal 2 1 compression ratio Actual compression ratios achieved depend on the redundancy of data files being recorded b Performance may vary when the tape drive reads data previously written to the DLT VS80 and DLT1 formatted data cartridges Performance depends on the quality of the data cartridge you are reading not the DLT V4 tape drive DLT V4 Product Manual 38 Emissions Chapter 3 Specifications Emissions The tape drive meets the following standards Safety Requirement FCC CFR Part 15 Class B ANSI C63 4 1992 CISPR22 1997 EMC Directive 89 336 EEC EN 55022 1998 A 1 2000 A 2 2003 Class B IEC CISPR 22 1997 A 1 2000 A 2 2003 Class B VCCI 03 2004 Class B CNS 13438 AS NZS 3548 ICES 0003 Th
11. DLT V4 read write using DLTtape VS1 Media data cartridges DLT VS160 read only using DLTtape VS1 M edia data cartridges DLT1 VS80 read only using DLTtape IV data cartridges e Uses DLTtape VS1 data cartridge 5Yzinch half height form factor Formatted data cartridge capacity of 160 GB native 320 GB compressed e Sustained user data transfer rate of 10 M B s native up to 20 MB s with compression e For the SCSI interface tape drive to achieve 160 MB s an Ultra160 or Ultra320 Low Voltage Differential LVD or Single Ended SE Wide SCSI bus is required e For the SATA interface tape drive a SATA interface card is required In accordance with industry practice atypical compression ratio of 2 1is quoted The redundancy and type of data files being written determine the actual compression ratios achieved The manufacturer frequently provides new and updated tools to use with its tape drives These tools include such items as upgrades for product software and firmware and diagnostic software that may be newly developed All these tools are available on the manufacturer s Web site Note Thesetools are only available to registered customers 1 See the following procedure to access these tools 2 Goto www tandberg com DLT V4 Product Manual Chapter 1 Introduction Features and Upgrades 3 Click SERVICE AND SUPPORT in the upper menu bar This opens the Service and Support window 4 Expl
12. Press the appropriate button until the desired SCSI ID appears on the switch display Chapter 2 Installing the Tape Drive Installing the Tabletop SCSI Tape Drive Figure 2 SCSI ID Selector ii Switch 5 Press here to decrease SCSI ID E m E Press here to increase SCSI ID Connecting the SCSI Inthefinal installation stage you connect the SCSI and power cables to Interface Cables thetape drive Note If the selected server or workstation does not already have an installed SCSI host adapter you will need to install one For more information on SCSI host adapter requirements see SCSI Bus Requirements on page 4 To connect the SCSI and power cables to the tape drive follow these steps 1 Shut down the operating system and power down the server or workstation 2 Power off all peripheral devices such as printers and other SCSI devices Caution Do not go to step 3 until you have completed steps 1 and 2 Failure to follow these instructions may result in damage to the tape drive or other devices 3 Obtain a SCSI cable with an open 68 pin high density connector 4 Connect one end of the SCSI cable to one of the connectors on the rear panel of the tape drive as shown in figure 3 Either SCSI connector works equally well Figure 3 does not show a terminator because none of the three tape drives in the illustration are at the end of the SCSI bus DLT V4 Product Manual 9 Chapter 2 Installing the T
13. and reprogrammed with new data 62 DLT V4 Product Manual Glossary EIM The Electronic Interface M odule provides the main control function for the system and the interface from the system to the host computer library or autoloader EMC Electromagnetic Compatibility EMI Electromagnetic Interference EN EN standards are voluntary technical standards of the European Union and European Economic A rea Encoding n Characters or bytes of information converted to magnetic patterns on the media v The process of converting to the desired pattern EOD End of Data Location on media where the last session stopped EOM or EOT End of Mediaor End of Tape Logical EOM allows space to complete a write operation physical EOM signifies that the media is completely used Erase Theremoval of data from media Error A message that occurs when thereis a loss of ability to interpret recorded data usually because of magnetic issues or defects in or on the media ESD An Electrostatic Discharge is a sudden flow of electric current through a material that is normally an insulator EU European Union F Fahrenhettis a temperature scale where a degree Fahrenheit F is 5 9ths of a kelvin or of a degree Celsius FCC Federal Communications Commission United States Fibre Channel A high speed serial architecture that allows either optical or electrical connections at data rates from 265 MB to 2 Gb per second Fibre Channel is
14. and Humidity Ranges Table 7 Operating Temperature Humidity Ranges Table 8 Storage and Shipment Temperature Humidity Ranges Packed or Unpacked DLT V4 Product Manual Chapter 3 Specifications Temperature and Humidity Ranges Table 7 lists the operating temperature and humidity ranges of the tape drive Specification Value Temperature Range 10 29C to 40 C 50 F to 104 F Airflow 3 0CFM min Wet Bulb Temperature 25 77 F Temperature Gradient 11 C 19 8 F per hour across range Temperature Shock 10 2C 18 F over two minutes Relative Humidity 20 to 80 non condensing Humidity Gradient 10 per hour Table 8 lists the storage and shipment temperature and humidity ranges of the tape drive Specification Value Dry Bulb Temperature 40 C to 66 C 40 F to 150 8 F Wet Bulb Temperature 46 114 8 F Temperature Gradient 20 C 36 9 per hour with 52 margin across the range Temperature Shock 15 2C 27 F with 5 margin over two minutes Relative Humidity 10 to 95 non condensing Humidity Gradient 10 per hour 37 Altitude Chapter 3 Specifications Altitude Thetape drive operates normally in pressures from 500 feet to 30 000 feet Functional Specifications Table 9 Functional Specifications Table 9 lists the DLT V4 tape drive s functional specifications Specification Value Formatted
15. cable to the SATA host bus adapter 2 Connect either the SATA power cable or drive power cable to the tape drive 29 Chapter 2 Installing the Tape Drive Installing the Internal SATA Tape Drive Figure 16 Internal SATA Tape Drive Power and Data Cable Connection Locations f h a SATA data NNN T Drive power cable cable SATA powe cable or Completing the Internal 1 Securetheinternal SATA tape drive with the supplied mounting SATA Tape Drive screws in the installation bay either on thesides or bottom of thetape Installation drive sled as appropriate for the server or workstation chassis See figure 17 for an example of where you might find these screws DLT V4 Product Manual 30 Figure 17 Securing the Internal SATA Tape Drive in the Installation Bay DLT V4 Product Manual Chapter 2 Installing the Tape Drive Installing the Internal SATA Tape Drive EE SS e 1 Note Some servers and workstations require mounting rails for internal devices Contact the server or workstation manufacturer for information 2 Replacethe cover on the server or workstation 3 Connect the power cord to the server or workstation and any peripheral devices that you detached earlier 4 Power on the server or workstation and allow its operating system to start 5 Check the tape driveto make sure it is working properly See Power O
16. table Press and hold the eject button for the time specified in the following table to activate one of these features Release the button when the LEDs display the desired sequence Caution The two features noted in the following table will over write any data on the data cartridge Do not use this feature if the data cartridge in the tape drive contains critical data Table 15 Unload Button Functions Fault Clean Media Ready orange orange orange Hold Time Description green or clear or clear or clear seconds Normal unload function o oO oO oO Oto6 Reserved gt 6 to 9 Enter code load tape mode gt gt 9 to 12 Reserved gt gt gt 12 to 15 Reserved gt gt gt gt 15 to 18 Revert back to normal mode oO 18 to 21 Read write diagnostic start Caution This feature overwrites any data currently on the data cartridge 21 to 24 Reserved oO Oo 24 to 27 DLT V4 Product Manual 50 Chapter 4 Using Your Tape Drive Unload Button Actions Fault Clean Media Ready orange orange orange Hold Time Description green or clear or clear or clear seconds Emergency reset oO 27 to 30 Revert back to normal mode z 30 Key Off Oo On orange or green p Blinking o Unchanged from previous condition Unload Button Actions Table 16 Unload Button Actions DLT V4 Pr
17. used near a radio or television receiver ina domestic environment it may cause radio interference Install and usethe equipment according to the instruction manual VCCI Class B ITE Regulatory Mark VEI Environmental Compliance The manufacturer is committed to providing quality products in an environmentally sound manner and to comply with all applicable environmental laws rules and regulations This product was designed manufactured and made available with consideration to worldwide laws rules and regulations applicableto the product and the electronics industry including the European Union Directives 2002 95 EC amp 2002 96 EC ROHS and WEEE For further information on Environmental Compliance and Global Citizenship please consult the manufacturer s Web site at htto www tandberg com DLT V4 Product Manual 45 Chapter 3 Specifications Disposal of Electrical and Electronic Equipment Disposal of Electrical and Electronic Equipment DLT V4 Product Manual This symbol on the product or on its packaging indicates that this product should not be disposed of with your other waste Instead it should be handed over to a designated collection point for the recycling of electrical and electronic equipment The separate collection and recycling of your waste equipment at the time of disposal will help to conserve natural resources and ensure that it is recycled in a manner that protects human health and the environment Fo
18. Control Moduleimplements the functions required to buckle and unbuckle the media and control the media motion Termination A physical requirement of the SCSI bus A terminator is a device that attaches to both ends of an electrical bus and prevents reflection or echoes of signals that reach the end of the bus Track A linear or angled pattern of data written on a media surface SDLT tape drives write information on multiple tracks simultaneously Transfer Rate Thespeed at which the data moves between a host that is tape drive and arecorded device Usually expressed as bytes sec or bits sec TTL Transistor to Transistor Logic is a class of digital circuits built from bipolar junction transistors BJT diodes and resistors It is the base for the semiconductor integrated circuit IC technology TUR Test Unit Ready see also Take up Reel UL Underwriters Laboratories is a testing laboratory which develops standards for consumer products chiefly dealing with product safety Unformatted Capacity The total number of usable byes on the media including the space that will be required later to record location boundary definitions and timing information See also N ative Capacity Ultra320 A tape drive SCSI interface that provides a low voltage differential LVD moderunning up to 160 M B sec and a single ended SE mode running up to 40 M B sec USB Universal Serial Bus is a serial bus standard for connecting devices to a compu
19. Drive interface SCSI bus but you can also attach it to a single ended SE SCSI bus Make sure the SCSI host adapter or controller supports these configurations If you connect the tape drive to an SE bus or if there are SE devices attached to the same SCSI bus the tape drive s performance is limited to the maximum data transfer speed and maximum cable lengths of the SE bus usually 40 MB s The DLT V4 is not compatible with a high voltage differential HVD SCSI bus If you attach the tape driveto a narrow 50 pin SCSI bus you must usea customer supplied 68 pin to 50 pin adapter that terminates the unused 18 pins These adapters are sometimes labeled high byte termination Make sure the total length of the SCSI bus does not exceed the ANSI SCSI standard of 19 feet 6 meters for an SE SCSI bus 40 feet 12 meters for an LVD SCSI bus with multiple devices or 82 feet 25 meters for an LVD SCSI bus with a single device The DLT V4 SATA interface tape drive internal only incorporates a Serial ATA SATA bus Make sure the total length of the internal SATA data cable does not exceed the SATA standard of approximately 40 inches 1 meter Chapter 2 Installing the Tape Drive Installing the Tabletop SCSI Tape Drive Installing the Tabletop SCSI Tape Drive This section contains step by step instructions for installing the tabletop SCSI tape drive Identifying the Steps Installing the tabletop SCSI tape drive is fast and easy
20. Loading a DLTtape VS1 Data Cartridge A The Ready LED blinks while the tape drive loads the data cartridge When the data cartridge is ready to use the tape drive illuminates the Ready LED If the data cartridge is a DLTtape IV written using the DLT1 VS80 format the tape drive also illuminates the Media LED Unloading a Data To unload a data cartridge from your tape drive follow these steps Cartridge Caution Remove the data cartridge from your tape drive before powering off the tape drive or the server or workstation for an internal tape drive Leaving a data cartridge in the tape drive when power is off can result in data cartridge and tape drive damage and may cause data loss because the header catalog data may not be properly written before the tape drive loses power 1 Press the Unload Eject button or use your tape backup software to unload the data cartridge The Ready LED blinks while the tape drive rewinds the tape 2 When the tape drive has rewound the tape it ejects the data cartridge as shown in figure 19 DLT V4 Product Manual 55 Chapter 5 Using Data and Cleaning Cartridges Data Cartridge Use and Care Figure 19 Unloading a DLTtape VS1 Data Cartridge from the Tape Drive 3 Remove the data cartridge from the tape drive 4 Return the data cartridge to its plastic storage case to prolong data cartridge life Write Protecting the Data All data cartridges have a write protect switc
21. PRODUCT MANUAL TAPE DRIVE DLT V4 TANDBERG DATA DLT V4 Product Manual 81 81523 01 A 01 November 2005 M ade in USA Tandberg Data provides this publication as is without warranty of any kind either express or implied including but not limited to the implied warranties of merchantability or fitness for a particular purpose Tandberg Data may revise this publication from time to time without notice COPYRIGHT STATEMENT Copyright 2005 by Tandberg Data All rights reserved Your right to copy this document is limited by copyright law Making copies or adaptations without prior written authorization of Tandberg Data is prohibited by law and constitutes a punishable violation of the law TRADEMARK STATEMENT Tandberg Data and the Tandberg Data logo are trademarks of Tandberg Data Quantum the Quantum logo DLT DLTtape the DLTtape logo and Super DLTtape logo are all registered trademarks of Quantum DLTIce DLTSage and Super DLTtape are all trademarks of Quantum Other company and product names used in this document are trademarks registered tradenarks or service marks of their respective owners TANDBERG DATA Securing your Information Contents Preface ix Chapter 1 Introduction 1 DLT V4 Tape Drive OVervien n nnsnnnanrrvrvrnrrnrsrrenrenenenseserenensseseserenesenesenenenenenerenenenenene 1 Features and Upgradesi iciccsevccceccecesicceccstecsececes cates cauestaveedecescatetdeeescutiesebentateesesestere
22. Remove the cover from the server or workstation as described in the server or workstation s documentation 26 Figure 13 Removing the Workstation Cover example DLT V4 Product Manual Chapter 2 Installing the Tape Drive Installing the Internal SATA Tape Drive 4 Locate an available 57 inch drive bay and remove the front cover from the drive bay as described in the server or workstation s documentation 5 Slidethetape drive into the open drive bay 27 Chapter 2 Installing the Tape Drive Installing the Internal SATA Tape Drive Figure 14 Installing the Internal SATA Tape Drive 2U enclosure DLT V4 Product Manual 28 Connecting the Internal SATA Tape Drive to the Server Figure 15 Rear Panel Connections for the SATA Internal Tape Drive Chapter 2 Installing the Tape Drive Installing the Internal SATA Tape Drive The internal SATA tape drive attaches to the server through a SATA interface card anana 0000 SATA power connector DLT V4 Product Manual SATA data connector Drive power connector Caution Connect only one power cable to the drive connecting both the SATA power cable and the drive power cable to the tape drive may damage the tape drive 1 Connect one end of the SATA data cable to the tape drive and the other end of the SATA data
23. ady exists on the system and prompts you for a selection select New When the Windows 2000 Setup window is displayed verify the correct path to the driver and then click Continue 11 Thenext view is Completing the Upgrade Device Driver Wizard Click Finish You may be prompted to reboot your system The DLT V4 device driver is installed 34 DLT V4 Product Manual TANDBERG DATA Securing your Information Chapter 3 Specifications This chapter contains the DLT V4 tape drive specifications 35 Physical Description Physical Dimensions and Weights Chapter 3 Specifications Physical Description Table 5 Physical Dimensions jee ce Specification Internal Tape Drive Tabletop Tape Drive Height 1 656 in 42 05 mm with the bezel 1 618 in 41 10 mm without the bezel 2 608 in 66 24 mm Width 5 748 in 146 00 mm behind the bezel 5 807 in 147 50 mm with the bezel 8 352 in 212 13 mm Length 8 614 in 218 80 mm measured from the rear of the front bezel 8 874 in 225 40 mm including the bezel 10 728 in 272 49 mm Table 6 Weight Specifications ET oe Specification Internal Tape Drive Tabletop Tape Drive Unit Weight Shipping Weight 3 00 Ib 1 36 kg 4 39 Ib 1 99 kg depending on the configuration 8 00 Ib 3 63 kg 11 81 Ib 5 36 kg depending on the configuration DLT V4 Product Manual 36 Temperature
24. and initialization features 24 Chapter 2 Installing the Tape Drive Installing the Internal SATA Tape Drive Installing the Internal SATA Tape Drive This section contains step by step instructions for installing the DLT V4 internal SATA tape drive Identifying the Steps Installing thetape drive is fast and easy when you follow the instructions in this section in the order presented Complete the following steps covered in the next few sections Table 4 Installing the DLT V4 Internal SATA Tape Drive Overview Step Instruction Refer to 1 Unpack and check thetape drivefor shipping page 26 damage 2 Select a server or workstation that is to host the tape drive 3 Shut down and power off the server or page 26 workstation that is to host the tape drive Power off all peripheral devices attached to the server or workstation 4 Remove the cover from the server or workstation as explained in the server or workstation s documentation 5 Install aSATA host adapter in the server or workstation if necessary 6 Install the tape drive in an open drive bay page 27 7 Connect the SATA cable to the tape drive and page 29 SATA host adapter 8 Connect a SATA power cable to the tape drive 9 Secure the tape drive in the selected server or workstation DLT V4 Product Manual 25 Unpacking the Internal SATA Tape Drive Installing the Internal SATA Tape Drive DLT V4 Product M
25. anual Chapter 2 Installing the Tape Drive Installing the Internal SATA Tape Drive Step Instruction Refer to 12 Install the server or workstation s cover page 31 connect power cables to all peripheral devices and apply power to the server or workstation and all peripheral devices B Check the tape drive to make sure it is working properly Before you do anything else unpack and inspect the tape drive for shipping damage If you notice any damage report it both to the sales representative and to the shipping company immediately Note Savethe packing materials in case you need to move or ship the tape drive in the future You must ship the tape drive in the original or equivalent packing materials or you will invalidate the warranty If there is no damage to the tape drive select a server or workstation to host the tape drive then move on to the following installation steps In the final installation stage you install the tape drive in the server or workstation and connect the data and power cables To install the tape drive follow these steps 1 Shut down the operating system and power off the server or workstation 2 Power off all peripheral devices such as printers and other connected devices Caution Do not go to step 3 until you have completed steps 1 and 2 Failure to follow these instructions may result in damage to the tape drive or other devices 3
26. ape Drive Installing the Tabletop SCSI Tape Drive Figure 3 Tabletop Tape Drive SCSI and Power Cable a To next onnections device To SCSI host adapter 5 Connect the other end of the SCSI cable to the connector on the SCSI host adapter or to the connector on the previous SCSI device on the SCSI bus as shown in figure 4 DLT V4 Product Manual 10 Figure 4 Server SCSI Cable Connections DLT V4 Product Manual Chapter 2 Installing the Tape Drive Installing the Tabletop SCSI Tape Drive SCSI host adapter Terminating the SCSI Tabletop Tape Drive You must terminate the tape drive if it is the last physical device on the SCSI bus at the end of the SCSI chain If another SCSI device is the last device on the SCSI bus confirm that it is properly terminated and do not terminate the tape drive Note Regardless of which device terminates the SCSI bus it must have power applied and be powered on for proper termination to occur To terminate the tape drive locate the terminator in the accessories package and press it firmly into either of the two SCSI connectors on the rear panel of the tape drive Secure the terminator by tightening the screws until snug See figure 5 for more details Chapter 2 Installing the Tape Drive Installing the Tabletop SCSI Tape Drive Powering the Terminator At least one device on the SCSI bus must supply terminator power TERMPWR The fa
27. ape drive into the open drive bay DLT V4 Product Manual 20 Chapter 2 Installing the Tape Drive Installing the Internal SCSI Tape Drive Figure 10 Installing the Internal SCSI Tape Drive in an Open Bay 2U enclosure DLT V4 Product Manual 21 DLT V4 Product Manual Chapter 2 Installing the Tape Drive Installing the Internal SCSI Tape Drive 6 Obtain a SCSI cable with an open 68 pin high density connector 7 Connect one end of the SCSI cable to the SCSI connector on the rear panel of the tape drive The SCSI connectors are keyed preventing improper connection Note If the SCSI cable does not fit the connector on the SCSI host adapter you either have an incompatible SCSI host adapter or you need to purchase a cable adapter Contact your sales representative or the SCSI host adapter manufacturer for information See Terminating the Internal SCSI Tape Drive on page 17 to determine if you need to use an LVD SE terminator with the SCSI cable 8 Connect the other end of the SCSI cable to the SCSI host adapter aligning the colored stripe on the cable with pin 1 on the SCSI host adapter s connector 9 Locate an available power cable in the server or workstation and attach it to the power connector on the rear panel of the tape drive The connector is keyed preventing improper connection 22 Chapter 2 Installing the Tape Drive Installing the Internal SCSI Tape Drive Figure 11 Internal SCSI Tape Dr
28. ards Institute AN SI standard for the interface between a computer and peripheral controllers SDLT Super Digital Linear Tape SE Single ended SCSI Mode A term referring to the electrical characteristics of the signal used on the SCSI bus interface For each signal that needs to be sent across the bus there exists a wire to carry it SE SCSI uses one line for each signal with all lines using a common ground reference Seek The movement of a read write head to a specific data track Server A powerful computer system with a large tape drive capacity that serves the information access and communication needs of multiple users Shelf Life The length of time that media can be stored without losing its magnetic strength For VS1 media this period is 30 years or more 66 DLT V4 Product Manual Glossary SI Thelnternational System of Units SRAM StaticRAM A memory chip that requires power to hold its content Take up Reel The reel inside every tape drive onto which DLTtape or Super DLTtape media is wound The in thetape drive take up reel enables DLTtape and Super DLTtape systems to operate using a single reel cartridge and thereby pack more media and data into every cartridge TapeAlert A firmware feature that monitors and returns the results of the tape drive s on going self diagnosis activity Tape Path Thepath through which media moves from the cartridge past the read write head and onto the take up reel TCM TheTape
29. ary Bezel Also known as the faceplate A plastic panel that extends the face of a tape drive so that it covers a computer s tape drive bay opening BIOS Basic Input Output System A set of routines that work closely with the hardware to support the transfer of information between various elements of the system such as memory disks and peripheral devices Block A sector or group of sectors DLT V4 supports block sizes up 16 MB BOM or BOT Beginning of Media or Beginning of Tape The physical beginning of the media BRC Backward read Compatibility is the ability of a current tape drive product to read cartridges written on earlier model tape drives BSMI Bureau of Standards Metrology and Inspection Taiwan Buckling Mechanism The buckling mechanism engages the media leaders on cartridge load and disengages them on cartridge unload Buffer An area of RAM reserved for temporary storage of data that is waiting to be sent to a device The data is usually on its way to or from the tape drive or some other peripheral device Bus The part of a chip printed circuit board or interface designed to send and receive data C The degree Celsius C is a unit of temperature Cache Specialized RAM used as a buffer between a fast CPU or I O channel and storage which has a relatively slow access time for example cartridge or diskette to avoid slowing down the former Cartridge Receiver At media insertion the cartridge receiver as
30. ator Figure 8 shows an example of such a cable DLT V4 Product Manual 18 Chapter 2 Installing the Tape Drive Installing the Internal SCSI Tape Drive Figure 8 SCSI Cable with Built in Terminator Terminator SCSI cable supplied with host adapter Installing the Internal SCSI In the final installation stage you install the tape drive in the server or Tape Drive workstation and connect the SCSI and power cables To install the tape drive follow these steps 1 Shut down the operating system and power off the server or workstation 2 Power off all peripheral devices such as printers and other SCSI devices Caution Do not go to step 3 until you have completed steps 1 and 2 Failure to follow these instructions may result in damage to the tape drive or other devices 3 Remove the cover from the server or workstation as described in the server or workstation s documentation DLT V4 Product Manual 19 Chapter 2 Installing the Tape Drive Installing the Internal SCSI Tape Drive Figure 9 Removing the Workstation Cover example 4 Locate an available 57 inch drive bay and remove the front cover from the drive bay as described in the server or workstation s documentation Note Install a SCSI host adapter in the selected server or workstation now if necessary For more information on SCSI host adapter requirements see SCSI Bus Requirements on page 4 5 Slidethet
31. cluding interference that may cause undesired operation User Manual Statements for Class B Equipment Tabletop Tape Drive DLT V4 Product Manual This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in residential installation This equipment generates uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions may cause harmful interference to radio communications However there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures e Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna e Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver e Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected e Consult the dealer or an experienced radio TV technician for help The user may find the following booklet prepared by the Federal Communications Commission helpful How to Identify and Resolve Radio TV Interference Problems This booklet is available from the U S Government Printing Office Washington D C
32. cs Table 11 Data Cartridge and Media Characteristics Characteristic Specification Media Width 0 5 in Media Length 1 847 ft Media Type M etal Partide Data Cartridge Dimensions 4 1in x4 1in x LOin Shelf Life 30 years minimum 20 C and 40 relative humidity non condensing Usage 600 hrs 150 full read write uses Reliability Factors Table 12 lists the reliability factors for the DLT V4 tape drive Table 12 Reliability Factors Factor Hours Cycles Comments Head Life 30 000 tape motion hours Continuous operation MTBF 250 000 hours The manufacturer does not warrant that predicted MTBF is representative of any particular unit installed for customer use Actual figures vary from unit to unit MTBF is measured at 100 duty cycle excluding head life Load Unload 50 000 cycles This excludes media errors DLT V4 Product Manual 41 Chapter 3 Specifications Reliability Factors Statements for Class A Equipment Internal Tape Drive CE Notice European Union DLT V4 Product Manual Marking by the symbol C indicates compliance of this tape drive to the EMC Directive 89 336 EEC and Low Voltage Directive 73 23 EEC of the European Union Compliance with these directives implies conformity to the following European N orms the equivalent international standards and regulations arein parentheses EN 60950 1 2001 1st Edition Safety of Information Tec
33. ctory default for the tape drive is for TERMPWR to be enabled Only an authorized service provider can disablethetape drive TERMPWR setting Attach the terminator as shown in figure 5 Note Itis acceptable for more than one device on the SCSI bus to provide TERMPWR Figure 5 Tabletop SCSI Tape Drive Rear Panel Connections Terminator or cable to next SCSI device SCSI cable to computer or previous SCSI device Power cord DLT V4 Product Manual 12 Completing the Tabletop SCSI Tape Drive Installation DLT V4 Product Manual 1 Chapter 2 Installing the Tape Drive Installing the Tabletop SCSI Tape Drive Secure the SCSI cable connectors by tightening the screws until snug Note If the SCSI cable does not fit the connector on the SCSI host adapter you either have an incompatible SCSI host adapter or you need to purchase a cable adapter Contact the sales representative or the SCSI host adapter manufacturer for information Make sure the power switch on the rear panel of the tape drive isin the OFF position tabletop model only Attach the female connector on the power cable to the power connector on the rear panel of the tape drive as shown in figure 5 Connect the power cables to the server or workstation and all peripheral devices Plug the power cable into a nearby power outlet Power on the tape drive and any other devices you powered off earlier Power on t
34. e tape drive meets the following standards DLT V4 Product Manual Low Voltage Directive 73 23 EEC UL 60950 US Standard Safety of Information Technology Equipment induding Electrical Business Equipment CSA C22 2 4950 Canadian Standard Safety of Information Technology Equipment including Electrical Business Equipment EN 60950 1 2001 1st Edition European Standard Safety of Information Technology Equipment induding Electrical Business Equipment 39 Consumer Bulletin Scheme Chapter 3 Specifications Consumer Bulletin Scheme The tape drive meets this scheme CB Scheme The Scheme of the IECEE for Mutual Recognition of Test Certificates for Electrical Equipment Timing Characteristics Table 10 lists the timing characteristics of the DLT V4 tape drive Table 10 Timing Characteristics Er Specification Value Read Write Tape Speed 118 inches per second Rewind Tape Speed 160 inches per second Linear Search Tape Speed 118 inches per second Average Rewind Time 68 seconds Maximum Rewind Time 135 sec Average Access Time BOT 84 sec Maximum Access Time from BOT 168 sec Load to BOT previously recorded tape 90 sec Unload from BOT 22 sec no brush 61 sec brush DLT V4 Product Manual 40 Chapter 3 Specifications Data Cartridge and Media Characteristics Data Cartridge and Media Characteristics Table 11 lists the data cartridge and media characteristi
35. eceteache 2 FOAUINGS eee derre 2 Firmware Upgrades and DriverS mmmmmsmeeeemenimimiiniin 2 Chapter 2 Installing the Tape Drive 4 Preparing to Install the Tape Drive nnemvrvmsvsvvvrvrsnvrvrenerrrererenenesesesererenesereresenenennne 4 Before You Start nuaumsduangsbmudualnbdasegvnnngjudnnviesmnnnd ve 4 SCSI BUS Requirements annaantatesenneansikeaeatietdiednn 4 Physical Considerations nmarsnnenenrnrnvrenenrnvnerevenenenrnerenenenrnenerenenrnernvesesrsenerererssenener 5 SATA Requir mentS Lyusuumvjngdhkemgmgententkvaktermnsg keieigeeentt 5 Installing the Tabletop SCSI Tape Drive n ssssesrnsvrvreneneneserereneneneresenenenrnenerenenenenene 6 identifying the Stepska annona hts kedvtkeienseee tdi 6 Unpacking the Tabletop Tape Drive and Selecting a Location msvavsvsevvnvnrn 7 Unpacking the Tabletop Tape Drive mnmmmmmvvvevrvvvvrrverrrerrrrrrrrrrrrrrsrernrernrenn 7 Selecting a Location for the Tabletop Tape Drive ussrnrsrrrverersvrrrerrnrnenner 7 Setting the SC SID nsina dametekke 8 Connecting the SCSI Interface Cables rnnnnnnnnnvrnvnrrnnvvrnrnrrrrvennrrrrrsrnrnnenseseserennne 9 DLT V4 Product Manual iii Chapter 3 DLT V4 Product Manual Contents Terminating the SCSI Tabletop Tape Drive msmvmvvvrveevveveverrevrrrrrenn 11 Powering the Terminator mvvrsrsrvvverrrrvererererrrrserernrrrrsrsennrnrrrrsensresrssesesnsennr 12 Completing the Tabletop SCSI Tape Drive Installation
36. enenernrnresenrsernreresnsersseresrsentrennn 33 Specifications 35 Physical Description uismsnnevmdmlej mete iii aa iia 36 Physical Dimensions and Weights cecccesssseseececeeseseseeceeetstaneeeeesetatanecesenaneees 36 Temperature and Humidity Ranges urnrnnnn vr vvnnrnnrn rn rrnnrnnrnsrnenrenasreenenensseserenenene 37 Altitude m eeernerernznemsmnenemssnmsreerererererersreresererereresereserereresenesereresenenesenn 38 Functional Specifications urannennnvnvrnenenrnvnerenenenrnerevenenenerevenenenenerevenesrreresrsenenennn 38 EMISSIONS EEE 39 Safety Regui remeN ssnin iaa aa aneii 39 Consumer Bulletin SCheme ssssssssssssesrisrssresrrsrrsnentnnisntsntnntnninnnnnnnnnnnnn nnn nnnnnnn tennent nanna 40 Timing Characteristics m mmavnrsrrvvonnnrrarsvrvnnnnerarsvnnenenensreveneneneseserenenenesererenenenesesenenenene 40 Data Cartridge and Media Characteristics s smnesnsvsevenenerrererenenrnenererenenenenerenenenenenn 41 Reliability 2 00 CE EE 41 Environmental Compliance mooresveororvvvvnnrnrsvvrenrnrvvrrrvrnrnrnsassrrenenrensrsesererenasssenenennne 45 Disposal of Electrical and Electronic Equipment nenvrnenrnrvrvvvrrrrnenrsernrenenerrerenenenenn 46 Contents LED INdl atorsuunasdnessutranarvae idesvvvnvsbdsdnepssii 47 Power On Self Test POST Indicator Activity msmvasenrevrverrrsrnvevrvenrnrrrsvrnrnrnnn 47 Normal Operation Ready LED Indicator Activity meensnnesrvrvrnrnrnrrrernrenennnn
37. entions Element Convention Example Commands Uppercase unless FORMAT UNIT case sensitive Messages Uppercase INVALID PRODUCT NUMBER Hexadecimal Number followed by 25h Notation lowercase h Binary Notation Number followed by 101b lowercase b Decimal Notation Number without 512 suffix Acronyms Uppercase POST Abbreviations Lowercase except Mb megabits where standard usage requires uppercase M B megabytes Dimensions in Figures No units specified Inches understood unless otherwise specified 0 57 EJECT DISTANCE xi Related Documents The following documents are related to the DLT V4 tape drive Document No Document Title Document Description 81 81252 xx Bezel Replacement Guide Provides bezel replacement instructions 81 81349 xx DLT V4 Product Specification This document provides detailed product specifications for the tape drive 81 81355 xx DLT V4 Quick Start Guide This document provides basictape drive installation instructions Current SCSI standards documents available from www t10 org e SCSI Architecture Model SAM 3 e SCSI Primary Commands SPC 3 e SCSI Parallel Interface SPI 5 e SCSI Stream Commands SSC 3 Current SATA standards documents available from www serialata org e Serial ATA 1 0a Specification SCSI Standards Copies of the approved version of the SCSI standards may be obtained
38. etween the host system and the tape drive HRE Hard Read Error HWE Hard Write Error ICM The Integrated Controller Module contains the main controller and servo microprocessor the custom designed ASICs and the cache memory IEC The International Electrotechnical Commission is a standards organization that prepares and publishes international standards for all electrical electronic and related technologies IEEE Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers Interface A hardware or software protocol contained in the electronics of the media controller and tape drive that manages the exchange of data between the tape drive and computer The most common interfaces for small computer systems are AT IDE and SCSI ISO The International Organization for Standardization is an international non governmental standard setting body made up of representatives from national standards bodies ISV Independent Software Vendor Jumper A tiny connector box that slips over two pins that protrude from a circuit board While in place the jumper connects the pins electrically The jumper can be moved to change electrical connections 64 DLT V4 Product Manual Glossary KB A kilobyte is a unit of measure equal to 1 thousand 1024 bytes LED Light Emitting Diode LGMR Laser Guided M agnetic Recording LVD Low Voltage Differential signalling is an electrical signalling system that can run at high speeds over cheap twisted pair cop
39. ge Figure21 DLT VS1 Cleaning Cartridge Write Protect Switch seessvnvvervenvvennn 57 vii DLT V4 Product Manual Table 1 Table 2 Table 3 Table 4 Table5 Table 6 Table 7 Table8 Table9 Table 10 Table 11 Table 12 Table 13 Table 14 Table 15 Table 16 Table 17 TANDBERG DATA Securing your Information Tables Installing the Tabletop SCSI Tape Drive cece eesesteteteeeteeeeetees 6 Installing the DLT V4 Internal SCSI Tape Drive Overview 14 Selecting the SCSI ID nennarneverennnrnrrererrnrnerererenenenererrsrsenerssrsrsenererererrsensnnen 16 Installing the DLT V4 Internal SATA Tape Drive Overview 25 Physical Dimensions msesrrrvrervvrrrrrverenenenerrrereneneneserenenenesesereneneneserenenenenenn 36 Weight Specifications iisisti aiia 36 Operating Temperature Humidity Ranges nrnrsnrnnvnrnvvrnrrnanrsrrnrenenennr 37 Storage and Shipment Temperature Humidity Ranges Packed or UNPAcked uunanmnansmsratemaStunemanisenietaunnnnd 37 Functional Specifications mrenvrvvvvvrnrrvrrvrverrnrrn an rrnnrnnensseserenenenesenenenenene 38 Timing CharacteristiCS n norvrnrnnrnrrvrnrnnanrsrnnrenenenenerenenenenerenenenenrserevenenennnn 40 Data Cartridge and M edia CharacteristicS mmmmmnvnrrvrnrrrrrrrerrrrrrrennnnnn 41 Reliability F actor S esisiini anra aaa aaa aY 41 Ready LED Indicator Activity n mvevmvevvmvevrvevrrrrrerrrerarrrererenenerssererenenenn 48 Fault Clean
40. h to prevent accidental Cartridge erasure of data Before loading a data cartridge into your tape drive make sure to position the write protect switch on the front of the data cartridge as desired as shown in figure 20 e Write Protected Slide the switch to the right to write protect the data cartridge A locked icon appears on the switch indicating that the data cartridge is write protected e Write Enabled Slide the switch to the left to allow your tape drive to write data to the data cartridge The unlocked icon appears on the switch The indicator on the top of the data cartridge also points to the appropriate icon indicating the write protected status In addition DLTtape IV cartridges are automatically write protected DLTtape VS1 cartridges that have been pre written in a DLT VS160 are automatically write protected DLT V4 Product Manual 56 Figure 20 DLTtape VS1 Data Cartridge Write Protect Switch Caring for Your Data Cartridges DLT V4 Product Manual Chapter 5 Using Data and Cleaning Cartridges Data Cartridge Use and Care Indicator amp Write protect switch To ensure the longest possible life for all of your DLTtape VS1 data cartridges follow these guidelines Maintain clean and smoke free operating and storage environments Do not drop or strike a data cartridge Excessive shock can displace the tape leader making the data cartridge unusable and possibly damaging your tape drive
41. he server or workstation and allow its operating system to start Check the tape drive to make sure it is working properly See Power On Self Test POST Indicator Activity on page 47 to learn about the tape drive s self test and initialization features Chapter 2 Installing the Tape Drive Installing the Internal SCSI Tape Drive Installing the Internal SCSI Tape Drive Identifying the Steps Table 2 Installing the DLT V4 Internal SCSI Tape Drive Overview DLT V4 Product Manual This section contains step by step instructions for installing the internal SCSI tape drive Installing thetape drive is fast and easy when you follow the instructions in this section in the order presented Complete the follow ing steps covered in the next few sections Step Instruction Refer to 1 Unpack and check the tape drive for shipping page 15 damage 2 Select a server or workstation that is to host the tape drive 3 Set the SCSI ID for the tape drive if you do page 16 not want to use the factory set default 4 Shut down and power off the server or workstation that is to host the tape drive Power off all peripheral devices attached to the server or workstation 5 Install an active LVD SE terminator on the page 17 SCSI cable if the tape drive is the last or only device on the SCSI bus 6 Remove the cover from the server or page 19 workstation as explained in the server or workstation s docu
42. hich produce paper fiber and other types of dust and airborne contaminants e Donot place the tape drive on the floor Setting the SCSI ID Figure 1 Rear Panel SCSI Tabletop Tape Drive DLT V4 Product Manual Chapter 2 Installing the Tape Drive Installing the Tabletop SCSI Tape Drive e Avoid locations near generators electric motors audio speakers or other sources of magnetic fields Magnetic fields can adversely affect the tape drive and data cartridges All SCSI devices attached to the server or workstation must havea unique SCSI ID Check the SCSI IDs on all other devices on the selected server or workstation including the SCSI host adapter and select an unused SCSI ID for the tape drive The factory default SCSI ID for this tape drive is 5 as shown in figure 1 If the tape drive s factory default SCSI ID is not already in use by another device on the same SCSI bus you do not need to change the SCSI ID 68 pin high density SCSI connectors SCSI ID switch Power switch Power cable connector Note If you attach the tape drive to a narrow 50 pin SCSI bus you can only use IDs Othrough 7 To set the SCSI ID on the tape drive use a small screwdriver or ballpoint pen to press the button above the SCSI ID switch to select the next lower SCSI ID Press the button below the SCSI ID switch to select the next higher SCSI ID Each time you press one of these buttons the SCSI ID decreases or increases by one
43. hnology Equipment including Electrical Business Equipment EN 55024 1998 IEC 1000 4 2 1000 4 3 1000 4 4 1000 4 5 1000 4 6 1000 4 8 1000 4 11 Information technology equipment Immunity characteristics Limits and methods of measurement Part 2 Electrostatic Discharge ESD Requirements Part 3 Radiated Electromagnetic Field Requirements Part 4 Electrical Fast Transient Burst EFT Requirements Part 5 Surge Requirements Part 6 Conducted disturbances induced by radio frequency fields Requirements Part 8 Power frequency magnetic field Requirements Part 11 Voltage dips short interruptions and voltage variations Requirements EN 55022 1998 CISPR 22 1997 Class B Limits and M ethods of Measurement of Radio Disturbance Characteristics of Information Technology Equipment The following standards only apply to the tabletop tape drive EN 61000 3 2 2000 Limits for harmonic current emissions equipment input current up to and including 16A per phase EN 61000 3 3 2001 Limitation of voltage fluctuations and flicker in low voltage supply systems for equipment with rated current up to and including 16A 42 FCC Notices U S Only Chapter 3 Specifications Reliability Factors This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules Operation is subject to the following two conditions 1 this device may not cause harmful interference and 2 this device must accept any interference received in
44. ive SCSI and Power Cable Location SCSI cable shown with terminator installed I a amp J Fri 0 0 0 0 j Power A cable Completing the Internal 1 Securetheinternal SCSI tape drive with the necessary mounting SCSI Tape Drive screws either in the sides or bottom of the tape drive sled as Installation appropriate for the server or workstation chassis See figure 17 for an example of where you might find these screws DLT V4 Product Manual 23 Figure 12 Securing the Internal SCSI Tape Drive in the Installation Bay DLT V4 Product Manual Chapter 2 Installing the Tape Drive Installing the Internal SCSI Tape Drive EE SS e 1 Note Some servers and workstations require mounting rails for internal devices Contact the server or workstation manufacturer for information 2 Replacethe cover on the server or workstation 3 Connect the power cord to the server or workstation and any peripheral devices that you detached earlier 4 Power on the server or workstation and allow its operating system to start 5 Check the tape driveto make sure it is working properly See Power On Self Test POST Indicator Activity on page 47 to learn about the tape drive s self test
45. ive and to write data to and read data from the media Device According to the SCSI specification multiple SCSI devices can be connected to a single SCSI bus Each SCSI device contains a SCSI ID number that can be set in the range Oto 15 Device Driver A low level usually kernel mode operating system component that enables a PC to communicate with peripheral devices such as printers CD ROMs and tape drives Each kind of device requires a different driver Differential A term referring to the electrical characteristics of the signal used on the SCSI bus interface Differential signals minimize the effect of common mode signal noise and allow the SCSI bus to operate reliably over greater distances at a higher speed DLT Digital Linear Tape DLTIce The manufacturer s firmware compliance management function of DLTSage which provides secure archival functionality to the tape drive and tape cartridge DLTSage Themanufacturer s suite of preventative maintenance diagnostic software tools that enables users to more simply mange tape storage environments DLZ Digital Lempel Ziv 1 Algorithm is named after Abraham Lempel and Jacob Ziv It is a data compression technique used in all tape drives EEC European Economic Community EEPROM Electronically Erasable Programmable Read Only Memory An integrated circuit memory chip that can store programs and datain anon volatile state These devices store firmware in tape drives and can be erased
46. l Chapter 2 Installing the Tape Drive Installing the Internal SCSI Tape Drive sumper M PAA mA AN Block SCSI ID 8 9 m m Jumper 4 a z a R 24 AR Block SCSI ID 12 13 a i Jumper RR GAR RRR JARRE oc a Factory default SCSI ID Terminating the Internal SCSI Tape Drive If the tape drive is the only SCSI device attached to the selected server other than the SCSI host adapter or if it is the last physical device on the SCSI bus at the end of the SCSI chain you must terminate it If another SCSI device is the last device on the SCSI bus confirm that it is properly terminated and do not terminate the tape drive Note Regardless of which device terminates the SCSI bus that device must have power applied and be powered on for proper termination to occur To terminate the tape drive install an active LVD SE cable end or inline terminator on the SCSI cable you intend to use with the tape drive as shown in figure 7 You can use a cable end terminator or an inline terminator whichever is most convenient See the terminator s instructions for more information Chapter 2 Installing the Tape Drive Installing the Internal SCSI Tape Drive Figure 7 SCSI Interface Terminator Installation Terminator SCSI cable Note If the SCSI cable that came with the SCSI host adapter already has a terminator built into it do not use another termin
47. le felt pens or other debris producing writing instruments on your labels N ever erase a abel replace it When the Clean LED is illuminated your tape drive s read write head needs to be cleaned Caution Follow the instructions as detailed in Loading a Data Cartridge on page 54 to load the cleaning cartridge The DLT V4 tape drive will accept only a DLT VS1 cleaning cartridge Cleaning typically takes several minutes during which the Clean LED blinks If you attempt to load an inappropriate type of cleaning cartridge your DLT V4 tape drive prevents damage by ejecting the cartridge after approximately 25 seconds without allowing the cleaning tape to come into contact with the read write head Use only approved cleaning cartridges in your DLT V4 tape drive Use of any other type of cleaning cartridge can damage the read write head in your tape drive 58 DLT V4 Product Manual Chapter 5 Using Data and Cleaning Cartridges Data Cartridge Use and Care Each cleaning cartridge has a useful life of 20 cleanings The cleaning cartridge includes a label with 20 small boxes printed on it Place a check mark in one of the boxes each time you use the cleaning cartridge to clean the tape drive Replace the cleaning cartridge when you have checked all boxes When the cleaning cartridge has cleaned the read write head the Clean LED turns off and the tape drive ejects the cleaning cartridge 59 DLT V4 P
48. mentation 7 Install an LVD SE SCSI host adapter in the server or workstation if necessary 8 Install the tape drive in an open drive bay page 19 14 Unpacking the Internal SCSI Tape Drive Configuring the Internal SCSI Tape Drive DLT V4 Product Manual Chapter 2 Installing the Tape Drive Installing the Internal SCSI Tape Drive Step Instruction Refer to 9 Connect the SCSI cableto the tape drive and page 22 SCSI host adapter Connect the terminator on the tape drive if it is the last or only device on the SCSI bus 10 Connect a power cable to the tape drive 11 Secure the tape drive in the selected server or workstation 12 Install the server or workstation s cover connect power cables to all peripheral devices and apply power to the server or workstation and all peripheral devices B Check the tape drive to make sure it is working properly Before you do anything else unpack and inspect the tape drive for shipping damage If you notice any damage report it both to the sales representative and to the shipping company immediately Note Savethe packing materials in case you need to move or ship the tape drive in the future You must ship the tape drive in the original or equivalent packing materials or you will invalidate the warranty If there is no damage to the tape drive select a server or workstation to host the tape drive then move on to the following installatio
49. n Self Test POST Indicator Activity on page 47 to learn about the tape drive s self test and initialization features 31 Chapter 2 Installing the Tape Drive Installing the Device Drivers Installing the Device Drivers Microsoft Windows XP and Windows Server 2003 DLT V4 Product Manual This section describes how to install device drivers for Microsoft Microsoft Windows 2000 Windows XP and Windows 2003 Server Note If you intend to use native operating system backup applications you can find the required device drivers at www tandberg com Commercial backup applications generally provide all necessary device driver support 1 Makesurethat you are logged on to the server or workstation with Administrator privileges Download and extract the required driver files from www tandberg com The system may automatically detect the DLT V4 tape drive and display the Found New Hardware Wizard If the Wizard appears proceed directly to step 3 otherwise start the Wizard manually as follows a Right click My Computer and select Manage from the drop down menu This will start the Computer Management applet b Inthe left window under System Tools double click Device Manager c In Device Manager the DLT V4 tape drive will be listed under either Tape drives or Other devices Locate the entry for the DLT V4tape drive Then double click that entry to display the Drive Properties d Click the Drive
50. n steps Configuring the tape drive is fast and easy You only need to select a unique SCSI ID and decide if the tape drive needs to be terminated The following sections explain how to configurethetape drive Figure 6 Rear Panel Connections for the Internal SCSI Tape Drive Table 3 Selecting the SCSI ID DLT V4 Product Manual Chapter 2 Installing the Tape Drive Installing the Internal SCSI Tape Drive Setting the SCSI ID All SCSI devices attached to the server or workstation that is to host the tape drive must have a unique SCSI ID Check the SCSI IDs on all other devices on the selected server or workstation including the SCSI host adapter and select an unused SCSI ID for the tape drive The factory default SCSI ID is 5 If the tape drive s factory default SCSI ID is not being used you do not need to change the SCSI ID Note If you plan to attach the tape drive to a narrow 50 pin SCSI bus you can only use I Ds Othrough 7 Locate the SCSI ID jumpers on the rear panel of the tape drive as shown in figure 6 EE gt gt SE goccermnnt EAASAASANSSSSS 68 pin high density SCSI ID jumper block Drive power connector SCSI connector Use the supplied jumpers to select the desired SCSI ID as shown in table 3 SCSI ID 0 1 2 3 sumper aini EnA 22s aa Block SCSI ID 4 5a 6 7 DLT V4 Product Manua
51. ocate the entry for the DLT V4tape drive Then double click that entry to display the Drive Properties d Click the Driver tab Then click Update Driver e The Upgrade Device Driver Wizard will start Proceed with step 4 In the Upgrade Device Driver Wizard click Next to continue Select the radio button labeled Display a list of the known drivers for this device so that I can choose a specific driver Then click Next If the drive is unknown to the system the next view is Hardware Type Otherwise the Select a Device Driver view is displayed a If the HardwareType view appears select either Other devices or Tape drives Then click Next to continue on to the Select a Device Driver view b Inthe Select a Device Driver view click Have Disk 33 DLT V4 Product Manual Chapter 2 Installing the Tape Drive Installing the Device Drivers 7 Atthe Install From Disk view click Browse and then locate the folder where you saved the driver files Select the QntmDLT inf file in that folder and click Open 8 Atthe Install From Disk view verify that the drive letter and path shown are correct Then click OK 9 Inthenext view highlight the Tandberg Data DLT V4 tape drive and then click Next The Start Device Driver Installation view is displayed 10 Click Next to install the driver Note If the Wizard should indicate that a driver alre
52. oduct Manual This section describes the unload button activity Field Mode Actions Normal unload function Release the unload button to unload the data cartridge Enter code load tape mode Release the unload button to accept a data cartridge that contains the firmware image code load The LEDs then indicate code load mode Insert the data cartridge to begin the code update The tape drive returns to normal operation if you do not load a data cartridge within 15 seconds 51 Chapter 4 Using Your Tape Drive Diagnostic Mode Event Codes Field Mode Actions Read write Caution This feature overwrites any data diagnostic start currently on the data cartridge Before performing this action confirm that the data cartridge in the tape drive does not contain critical data Release the unload button to start an internal read write diagnostic You must then load a data cartridge to run the diagnostic Thetape drive writes and reads 3 6 GB of data then unloads the data cartridge This process takes approximately 13 minutes When completed the green LED remains steadily on At this point push the Eject button to eject the cartridge The tape drive returns to normal operation if it detects no errors The appropriate LEDs illuminate if an error occurs Emergency reset Release the unload button to force an internal reset Thetape drive initializes as if you turned power off and then on POST
53. orethe various pages that comprise Service and Support until you find what you need New tools and utilities get added frequently so check back often TANDBERG DATA Securing your Information Chapter 2 Installing the Tape Drive This chapter explains how to configure and install the tape drive Configuration and installation are not difficult and require only that you follow the instructions presented in this chapter Preparing to Install the Tape Drive Before You Start SCSI Bus Requirements DLT V4 Product Manual Guide This section helps you prepare to install the DLT V 4 tape drive tabletop or internal Installing the DLT V4 SCSI tabletop tape drive requires no special tools For the SCSI interface you will need a ballpoint pen to change the SCSI ID switch on the rear panel of the tape drive If you areinstalling a DLT V4 SATA internal tape drive see Installing the Internal SATA Tape Drive on page 25 for instructions Installing the DLT V4 internal tape drive requires only the usual tools needed to install an internal tape drive in the computer you have chosen to house the tape drive for example a screwdriver and some ESD protection TheDLT V4SCSI interface tape drive tabletop and internal incorporates a wide Ultral60 low voltage differential LV D small computer system Physical Considerations SATA Requirements DLT V4 Product Manual Chapter 2 Installing the Tape Drive Preparing to Install the Tape
54. per cables uM A Micrometer is an SI unit of length It is defined as one millionth of a metre 1 x10 m equivalent to one thousandth of a millimeter MB Megabyte SI 1000 000 bytes or 10 bytes This is the International System of Units SI definition used by telecommunications engineers and storage manufacturers 1 048 576 bytes 10242 or 2 This definition is often used in computer science and computer programming when talking about the size of files or computer memory The reason is that computers use the binary numeral system internally Note For the purpose of this document we are using SI MRC Heads Magneto Resistive Cluster H eads A cluster of small cost effective Magneto Resistive MR media heads packed densely together ms A Millisecond is equal to one thousandth of a second MSE Multi mode Single Ended is a signaling alternative for multi mode SCSI devices that allows multi mode SCSI devices to operate while SE SCSI devices are present on the bus MTBF Mean Time Between Failures Native Capacity The capacity of a given media product in its basic recording format without the use of data compression Native Mode Refers to the uncompressed storage capacity of a media subsystem See Native Capacity Node In referring to a Fibre Channel network a node is any device attached to the network Parity A method of generating redundant information that can be used to detect errors in stored or transmitted data
55. r more information about where you can drop off your waste equipment for recycling please visit the manufacturer s Web site at http www tandberg com or contact your local government authority your household waste disposal service or the business from which you purchased the product 46 LED Indicators Power On Self Test POST Indicator Activity DLT V4 Product Manual TANDBERG DATA Securing your Information Chapter 4 Using Your Tape Drive This chapter contains information regarding the functional operation of the DLT V4 tape drive The tape drive has four light emitting diodes LEDs This section describes the functions of the LEDs Note Thefront panel controls and indicators arein the same locations on both the internal and tabletop tape drives The tabletop tape drive has a Power LED Each time you apply power to the tape drive or reset the tape drive it performs a power on self test POST During POST the LEDs illuminate one ata time from left to right First the Ready LED Green comes on followed by the Fault LED Orange approximately one second later then the Clean LED Orange approximately one second later then four seconds later the Media LED Orange illuminates Each LED signifies a different portion of the power on process All LEDs turn off momentarily If no data cartridge is loaded in the tape drive the Ready LED then illuminates steadily and POST is complete This proce
56. r tab Then click Update Driver e The Hardware Update Wizard will start Proceed with step 3 Select Install from a list or specific location A dvanced Then click Next In the next view ensure that the option Search for the best driver in these locations is selected Then clear the Search removable media box and instead select Include this location in the search Click Browse and select the folder where you saved the driver files Then click OK 32 Microsoft Windows 2000 DLT V4 Product Manual 1 Chapter 2 Installing the Tape Drive Installing the Device Drivers Click Next to install the driver The next view completes the Wizard Click Finish You may be prompted to reboot your system The DLT V4 device driver is installed Make sure that you are logged on to the server or workstation with Administrator privileges Download and extract the required driver files from www tandberg com The system may automatically detect the DLT V4 tape drive and display the Found New Hardware Wizard If the Wizard appears proceed directly to step 4 otherwise start the Wizard manually as follows a Right click My Computer and select Manage from the drop down menu This will start the Computer Management applet b Inthe left window under System Tools double click Device Manager c In Device Manager the DLT V4 tape drive will be listed under either Tape drives or Other devices L
57. re Bug Check 0100 Permanent Write Error 0101 Permanent Read Error 0110 Servo Fault 0111 Code U pdate was Completed 1000 Illegal Format 1001 Invalid Cartridge 1010 Calibration Failure 1011 Cleaning was Completed 1100 Directory Read or Write Failed 1101 Diagnostic Failed 1110 POST Failure 1111 Reserved DLT V4 Product Manual 53 TANDBERG DATA mm Securing your Information Chapter 5 Using Data and Cleaning Cartridges This chapter contains information about data and cleaning cartridges Data Cartridge Use and Care Loading a Data Cartridge DLT V4 Product Manual Your DLT V4 tape drive reads and writes DLTtape VS1 data cartridges unless they have been previously written with VS 160 format Your DLT V4 tape drive can read but not write to DLTtape IV data cartridges previously written with the DLT1 VS80 format and VS1 data cartridges previously written with the VS 160 format Note Thetapedrive automatically ejects any data cartridges whose format it cannot read M ake sure all data cartridges that you use for data backup are DLTtape VS1 data cartridges Loading a data cartridge into your DLT V4 tape driveis easy After the tape drive completes POST insert the DLTtape VS1 data cartridge into the cartridge slot oriented as shown in figure 18 and push the data cartridge gently into the tape drive until it stops 54 Chapter 5 Using Data and Cleaning Cartridges Data Cartridge Use and Care Figure 18
58. roduct Manual TANDBERG DATA Securing your Information Glossary Access v To read write or update information on a storage medium such as magnetic media n The operation of reading writing or updating stored information Access Time The interval between the time a request for data is made by the system and the time the data is available from the tape drive Advanced PRML Advanced Partial Response M aximum Likelihood The advanced PRM L channel technology provides high encoding efficiency recording densities for greater capacity and performance Allocation The process of assigning particular areas of the media to particular data or instructions Archiving The removal or copying of data from the computer system onto secondary storage media that is safely stored away ASIC Application Specific Integrated Circuit ASTM American Society for Testing and Materials Backup A copy of afile directory or volumeon a Separate storage device from the original for the purpose of retrieval in case the original is accidentally erased damaged or destroyed Bad Data Block A block that cannot reliably hold data because of a media flaw or damaged format markings 60 DLT V4 Product Manual Glossary Base Plate An aluminum die casting that acts as the support platform for the other modules and for the tape drive endosure The base plate includes the precision mounting holes used to install tape drives into a server or tape libr
59. sembly is responsible for guiding the media into its operating position opening the door unlocking the cartridge brakes and securing the media for operation At media ection the cartridge receiver assembly reverses the process and automatically ects the cartridge a fixed distance from the front of the tape drive CE Council of Europe Compressed Capacity Capacity after data has been processed using either software or hardware to reduce storage space while maintaining data integrity See also Data Compression CFR Code of Federal Regulations United States CSA Canadian Standards Association also known as CSA International CUP Code Update a firmware update 61 DLT V4 Product Manual Glossary Data Compression A process that reduces the amount of storage space required to hold a particular block of data Data transfer speed and total media capacity are affected by the data compression achieved In accordance with industry practice a typical compression ratio is 2 1 of data storage Actual compression ratios achieved depend on the redundancy of data files being written dB A Decibel isa logarithmic unit of sound intensity 10 times the logarithm of the ratio of the sound intensity to some reference intensity DC Direct Current is the continuous flow of electricity through a conductor such as a wire from high to low potential DCM The Data Control Module provides the path and guides for all media motion inside the tape dr
60. sit without being crowded Note If the room in which you are working differs from the temperature at which the tape drive was shipped or stored by 30 17 C or more let the tape drive acclimate to the surrounding environment for at least 12 hours before opening the shipping carton Unpacking the Tabletop Tape Drive Before you do anything else unpack and inspect the tabletop SCSI tape drivefor shipping damage If you notice any damage report it both to the sales representative and to the shipping company immediately Note Savethe packing materials in case you need to move or ship the tape drivein the future You must ship the tabletop tape drivein the original or equivalent packing materials or you will invalidate the warranty Selecting a Location for the Tabletop Tape Drive Select a location for the tape drive that is flat sturdy level and close to the server or workstation A desk or tabletop surface is most suitable Regardless of the location you choose for the tape drive make sure the environment is free from dust cigarette smoke and excessive temperature and humidity See the DLT V4 Product Specification for acceptable operating temperature and humidity limits Be sure to follow these additional guidelines when selecting a location for the tape drive Allow at least 6 inches 15 2 cm behind the tape drive for proper cooling e Avoid locations near printers or photocopy machines both of w
61. sometimes abbreviated FC Firmware Permanent or semi permanent instructions and data programmed directly into the circuitry of a programmable read only memory or electronically erasable programmable read only memory chips Used for controlling the operation of the computer or tape drive Distinct from software which is stored in random access memory and can be altered with ease FPM TheFront Panel Module also known as the bezel is a plastic panel that extends the face of a tape drive so that it covers a computer s tape drive bay opening FUP Firmware Update 63 DLT V4 Product Manual Glossary GB Gigabyte SI 1 000 000 000 bytes or 10 This is the International System of Units SI definition commonly used by telecommunications and storage manufacturers GiB 1 073 741 824 bytes equal to 10247 or 230 This is the definition often used in computer science computer programming and in the majority of computer operating systems documentation This measurement can be abbreviated as GiB gibibyte to avoid ambiguity as defined in IEC 60027 2 Note For the purpose of this document we are using SI GS German Safety Head Thetiny electromagnetic coil and metal pole used to create and read back the magnetic patterns on the media Also known as the read write head HiFN An ASIC Application Specific Integrated Circuit for the system that handles data compression HIM The Host Interface Module implements the interface b
62. ss takes approximately eight seconds If a data cartridge is in the tape drive 47 Normal Operation Ready LED Indicator Activity Table 13 Ready LED Indicator Activity Normal Operation Fault Clean Media LEDs Indicator Activity Table 14 Fault Clean Media LEDs Indicator Activity DLT V4 Product Manual Chapter 4 Using Your Tape Drive LED Indicators during POST the Ready LED flashes until the tape drive executes a mid tape load which can take several minutes As POST completes the tape drive makes a faint buzzing noise for several seconds The noise associated with this activity is normal for this technology and does not indicate a problem with the tape drive During normal operation the Ready LED displays one of the three following states The Ready LED acts independently of the other LEDs State Description Off Indicates that there is no power to the tape drive On Indicates that power is on no data cartridge is loaded or a loaded data cartridge is idle with no tape motion Blinking A data cartridge is in the process of loading or there is tape motion on a loaded data cartridge Tape motion includes reading writing locating rewinding calibrating and so on The Fault Clean and Media LEDs work together to display the status of the tape drive Fault Clean Media Description oO gt Unsupported format unsupported data cartridge type or damaged data cartridge
63. tch oo eect eee eeeseeeeteneeeteneeeteneneteneaeeeeeeeteaeeeeeeaeaes 9 Tabletop Tape Drive SCSI and Power Cable Connections 00 10 Server SCSI Cable Connections arnenenenrnvnerenrnvnrrererenenrnrrerrnrnrrererrsentnennn 11 Tabletop SCSI Tape Drive Rear Panel Connections s s s 12 Rear Panel Connections for the Internal SCSI Tape Drive s 16 SCSI Interface Terminator Installation eoenenennerorrrnerrrnrrrrnrrrnnrnnr 18 SCSI Cable with Built in Terminator sesenenrnrverrnenrnrnrrrrerrnrrrrrrrrrnrernr 19 Removing the Workstation Cover example asrnrnvrvavrnrnvnvsverenrnrnrnr 20 Installing the Internal SCSI Tape Drive in an Open Bay 21 Internal SCSI Tape Drive SCSI and Power Cable Location 23 Securing the Internal SCSI Tape Drive in the Installation Bay 24 Removing the Workstation Cover example rsrnrnvrvanrnrnrnvsvrvenrnvsrnr 27 Installing the Internal SATA Tape Drive mmsmsrsevesenvvverereresererrresesernr 28 Rear Panel Connections for the SATA Internal Tape Drive 29 Internal SATA Tape Drive Power and Data Cable Connection LOCAHIONS EE 30 Securing the Internal SATA Tape Drivein the Installation Bay 31 Loading a DL Ttape VS1 Data Cartridge nrsrnvnnnononrnvnvrnnenenrnerenenenenenn 55 vi DLT V4 Product Manual Figures Figure19 Unloading a DLTtape VS1 Data Cartridge from the Tape Drive 56 Figure20 DLTtape VS1 Data Cartrid
64. ter 67 DLT V4 Product Manual Glossary V A Volt is the potential difference across a conductor when a current of one ampere dissipates one watt of power vcecl Voluntary Control Council for Interference by Information Technology Equipment Japan w The Watt is the SI derived unit of power WEEE Waste Electronic and Electrical Equipment is an EU directive that mandates that producers of electronic goods assume the responsibility of recyding WEEE and create sustainable development programs to design more easily reusable and recyclable products WORM Write Once Read Many isa functionality which provides secure archived records needed for government compliance 68 TANDBERG DATA Securing your Information Kjels sveien 161P O Box 134 Kjels s 0411 Oslo Norway 47 2218 9090 November 2005 81 81422 01 81 81523 01 A01
65. unctional information useful during the operation of the tape drive Notational Conventions DLT V4 Product Manual Chapter 5 Using Data and Cleaning Cartridges contains information regarding the care of tape cartridges This document uses the following conventions Note Notes emphasize important information related to the main topic Caution Cautions indicate potential hazards to equipment and are included to prevent damage to equipment Warning Warnings indicate potential hazards to personal safety and are included to prevent injury This document uses the following Tape Drive System Refers to the complete system including the cartridge Tape Drive Refers to just the tape drive and does not include the cartridge Right side of the drive Refers to the right side as you face the component being described Left side of the drive Refers to the left side as you face the component being described b All binary numbers are succeeded by b h All hexadecimal numbers are succeeded by h Error or attention conditions are represented in parenthesis that translate as follows SK S ASC gt AA ASCQ QQ where S hexadecimal sense key value AA hexadecimal additional sense code QQ hexadecimal additional sense code qualifier Typographical Conventions DLT V4 Product Manual This document uses the following typographical conv
66. when you follow the instructions in this section in the order presented Complete the following steps covered in the next few sections Table 1 Installing the Tabletop SCSI Tape Drive Step Instruction Refer to 1 Unpack and check the tape drive for shipping damage page7 2 Select a location near the server or workstation that isto page7 host the tape drive 3 Set the SCSI ID for the tape drive if you do not want to page 8 use the factory set default 4 Shut down and power off the server or workstation that is to host the tape drive 5 Install an LVD SE SCSI host adapter in the server or workstation if necessary 6 Connect the SCSI cable to the tape drive and SCSI host page 9 adapter 7 Connect the terminator on the tape drive if it isthe last page 11 or only device on the SCSI bus 8 Connect the power cable to the tape drive server or workstation and all peripheral devices Plug the power cable into the nearest power outlet and apply power to all devices 9 Check the tape drive to make sure it is working properly DLT V4 Product Manual 6 Unpacking the Tabletop Tape Drive and Selecting a Location DLT V4 Product Manual Chapter 2 Installing the Tape Drive Installing the Tabletop SCSI Tape Drive Before you begin clear a desk or table so that you can unpack the tape drive You also need to select a location near the server or workstation that has room for the tape drive to

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