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1. A load unload cycle is when the the data cartridge is inserted into the receiver loaded to BOT calibrated and then unloaded An insertion is when a data cartridge is inserted into the receiver and then unloaded t A full media use is an operation that reads or writes with verify off the full capacity of the data cartridge A media pass occurs with any movement in either direction of the surface of the media over the tape head E1 Specifications Dimensions Part The following table lists the dimensions for the internal and the tabletop tape drive Dimension Internal Version Tabletop Version Height 82 55 mm 3 25 in without front bezel 164 46 mm 85 73 mm 3 38 in with front bezel 6 48 in Width 146 05 mm 5 75 in behind front bezel 174 75 mm 148 59 mm 5 85 in with front bezel 6 88 in Depth 203 20 mm 8 00 in measured from back 320 04 mm of front bezel 12 60 in 215 40 mm 8 48 in including front bezel Dimensions Part Il The following table lists the library tape drive s dimensions Dimension Library Version Height 82 55 mm 3 25 in without front bezel 85 73 mm 3 38 in with front bezel Width 146 05 mm 5 75 in behind front bezel 148 59 mm 5 85 in with front bezel Depth 203 20 mm 8 00 in measured from back of front bezel 212 22 mm 8 36 in including front bezel Specifications E1 Weight The following table lists the tape drive s unpackaged weight and shi2. Operating 20 to 80 non condensing Storage 10 to 95 non condensing Safety Certifications Meets UL 60950 GS mark and EN60950 IEC 950 standards EN60825 1 Information Technology Equipment Air Flow 10 4 CFM minimum with 0 09 in H O pressure drop Note Allow at least 100 mm of unobstructed space behind the tape drive for proper air flow Electrical Rating numbers describe the Ultra 160 model Tabletop 85 to 264 VAC 61 W typical 100 W power supply rating maximum 47 to 63 Hz Internal 5V 4 9 A RMS 6 2 A Peak typical 12V 0 7 A RMS 2 7 A Peak typical Specifications E1 Functional Specifications The following table lists capacity and life expectancy for the SuperDLTtape II cartridge as well as tape drive performance characteristics Super DLTtape II Cartridge Capacity Native 300 GB Compressed 2 1 600 GB Super DLTtape II Life Expectancy Cartridge load unload cycles 5 000 Media insertions 20 000 Full media uses end to end 250 Media passes 1 000 000 Tape Drive Performance Characteristics Load to BOT 12 s typical 40 s unformatted tape Unload from BOT 19s Average access time 79 s from BOT Maximum access time 158 s from BOT Average rewind time 718 Maximum rewind time 156 s Read write tape speed 108 ips Rewind tape speed 160 ips Linear search tape speed 160 ips Linear density 216 Kbpi Track density 1502 tpi Number of tracks 640 physical tracks
3. Setting the SCSI ID Setting the SCSI ID This section describes how to set the SCSI ID on the tabletop tape drive For information about setting the SCSI ID on an internal tape drive refer to the SDLT 600 Product Manual Each device connected to a SCSI bus must have a unique SCSI ID number The factory preset SCSI ID is 3 for the tabletop tape drive and 5 for the internal tape drive Ensure that your tape drive s SCSI ID is unique on your SCSI bus You can change the SCSI ID using the push button switch on the back of the tape drive Use the point of a pencil to press the buttons above or below the number display to increase or decrease the ID number If the tape drive is the only SCSI device leave the SCSI ID set to 3 the default setting Do not use a SCSI ID of 7 This setting is typically reserved for the SCSI controller Connecting the SCSI Model as a Single Device C4 Connecting the SCSI Model as a Single Device The SDLT 600 tape drive performs best when it is the only device connected to the SCSI bus If the SDLT 600 tape drive is the only SCSI device you intend to connect to the SCSI bus follow these steps Terminate upper 1 Make sure the host computer and all peripheral devices SCSI port are powered off Never connect the tape drive while the host system or peripheral devices are powered on 2 Connect a terminator to the upper SCSI connector on the back of the tape drive oL
4. Q E You must terminate the SCSI bus The SCSI controller terminates one end while a terminator on the tape drive terminates the other end 3 Connect one end of the SCSI cable to the lower connector on the back of the tape drive 4 Connect the other end of the SCSI cable to the SCSI connector on the host computer For more information about connecting the SDLT 600 tape drive refer to the SDLT 600 Product Manual C5 Connecting the SCSI Model in a Daisy Chain Connecting the SCSI Model in a Daisy Chain If you are adding your SDLT 600 tape drive to a SCSI daisy chain follow these steps Terminate upper 1 Ensure that all devices have unique SCSI IDs C3 SCSI port 2 Make sure the host computer and all peripheral devices are powered off Never connect the tape drive while the host system or peripheral devices are powered on 3 Connect the SCSI cable from the host computer to the lower SCSI connector on the back of the tape drive 4 Continue the SCSI chain using the upper SCSI connector E l 5 If the SDLT 600 tape drive is the last device in the chain connect a terminator to the upper SCSI connector You must terminate the SCSI bus The SCSI controller terminates one end while a terminator on the last device in the chain terminates the other end For more information about connecting the SDLT 600 tape drive refer to the SDLT 600 Product Manual Connecting
5. can void the user s authority to operate this equipment under 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 that may cause undesirable operation 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 or TV technician for help Contents SDLT 600 Tape Drive User Reference Guide Contents A Using the Tape Drive A1 Handling the Tape Drive and Data Cartridges A2 Interpreting the Front of the Tape Drive A3 Loading and Unloading Data Cartridges A4 Cleaning the Tape Heads B Using Data Cartridges B1 Choosing Data Cartridges B2 Write protecting Data Cartridges B3 Caring for Dat
6. in approximately 10 seconds While POST is in progress the tape drive responds BUSY to SCSI commands If the host computer attempts to negotiate synchronous or wide transfers the tape drive negotiates to asynchronous or narrow It may take longer than the duration of POST for the tape drive to become ready During POST each LED lights in sequence When POST is complete the green Drive Status LED lights steadily If the tape drive fails POST check for the following possible problems gt There is no cartridge in the tape drive gt The tape drive is not receiving adequate power try a new cord or different outlet gt The tape drive is not properly connected to the host computer and other SCSI devices If any of these problems exist correct the problem power off the tape drive and power it back on to restart POST If none of these problems exists or the tape drive fails POST after you have corrected them refer to additional troubleshooting information in the SDLT 600 Product Manual available on the product CD ROM Do not attempt to open the tape drive enclosure Only a qualified technician should perform service General Troubleshooting D2 General Troubleshooting Troubleshoot problems with your SDLT 600 tape drive using the following steps 1 Visually inspect the cartridge for damage and try a new cartridge if necessary gt B4 2 Make sure the cables and connectors are in good condition For example
7. 160 SCSI Interface Ultra 160 provides a low voltage differential LVD mode running up to 160 MB second and a single ended SE mode running up to 40 MB second Note The host computer s SCSI controller card may limit these speeds For the best performance make sure the SCSI controller card can operate at 160 MB second The tape drive automatically senses the SCSI bus mode and switches between LVD and SE accordingly Although the tape drive defaults to LVD it switches to SE if the SCSI bus operates in SE mode For example if the SCSI controller card is SE or multi mode set to SE the tape drive automatically switches to SE mode Also if any device on the SCSI bus is SE the entire bus switches to SE including the tape drive In SE mode the SCSI bus can support up to 7 devices using cable lengths up to 3 meters In LVD mode the SCSI bus can support up to 15 devices using cable lengths up to 25 meters For more information about using the SCSI interface refer to the SDLT 600 SCSI Interface Guide The Fibre Channel Interface The Fibre Channel interface runs at speeds up to either 1 Gb second or 2 Gb second depending on the configuration you choose during installation Fibre Channel can support up to 126 devices in a loop configu ration Longwave transceivers with fiber optic cable support distances up to 10 kilometers short pulsewave transceivers with fiber optic cable supports distances up to 500 meters For more i
8. Tandberg SDLT600 User Reference Guide User Manual Statements for Class A Equipment Internal Tape System This is a Class A product This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class A digital device pursuant to part 15 of the FCC Rules These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference when the equipment is operated in a commercial environment This equipment generates uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and if not installed and used in accordance with the instruction manual may cause harmful interference to radio communications Operation of this equipment in a residential area may cause harmful interference in which case the user will be required to correct the interference at his own expense Any modifications to this device unless expressly approved by the manufacturer can void the user s authority to operate this equipment under Part 15 of the FCC rules User Manual Statements for Class B Equipment Tabletop Tape System 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 a resi dential installation Any modifications to this device unless expressly approved by the manufacturer
9. a Cartridges B4 Inspecting Data Cartridges C Connecting the Tape Drive C1 Understanding the Tape Drive s Interface C2 Choosing Cables and Connectors C3 Setting the SCSI ID C4 Connecting the SCSI Model as a Single Device C5 Connecting the SCSI Model in a Daisy Chain C6 Connecting the Fibre Channel Model D Troubleshooting Tape Drive Problems D1 Using the Power On Self Test D2 General Troubleshooting D3 SCSI Troubleshooting D4 Checking for Tape Drive Errors D5 Optimizing the Tape Drive E Tape Drive Information E1 Specifications E2 Regulatory Information Pointers for Using this Guide Pay attention to these points They are important for tape drive operation gt Al Follow these cross references for information on related topics A1 Handling the Tape Drive and Data Cartridges Handling the Tape Drive and Data Cartridges l Handling the Tape Drive Receiver a Area Do not carry the tape drive by inserting your fingers into the receiver area You could damage the tape drive if you lift or carry it in this manner gt Do not stand the tape drive on its front panel gt Always place the tape drive on a flat stable surface gt Avoid dusty humid or smoke filled areas gt Use proper electrostatic discharge ESD protection Handling Data Cartridges gt Keep cartridges in their protective cases when not in use gt Protect cartridges from shock vibration moisture direct sunlight dust smoke an
10. ape drive You can find iTalk on the CD ROM that accompanies the tape drive or you can download it from www tandberg com you must first register your tape drive on the web site See iTalk s online help for information about using the software D5 Optimizing the Tape Drive Optimizing the Tape Drive Many factors contribute to SDLT 600 tape drive performance Host system considerations include processor speed block size SCSI adapter performance bus configurations and software If you are concerned about the performance of your SDLT 600 tape drive check the following 1 Ensure that your tape drive is properly defined for the host system If the tape drive is not defined within the system the SCSI adapter does not interact well with the tape drive 2 Make sure your controller card and the SCSI bus are operating in LVD If the controller card or the SCSI bus are operating in SE the tape drive switches to SE 3 De fragment your hard disk on a regular basis Fragmented disks and files take much longer to back up 4 Check your host block size The SDLT 600 tape drive supports block sizes up to 16 MB In general the larger the block size the better the throughput Many older software applications default to a 512 byte block size which results in poor performance 5 Make sure you are using a data cartridge that is compatible with the tape drive gt B1 Specifications E1 Specifications This section l
11. bels provided Do not use adhesive labels or Post it notes and do not write on the cartridge v Do not write on the labels with debris producing writing instruments such as graphite pencils and water soluble felt pens Replace labels instead of erasing them Use slide in labels Vv Never touch the tape or tape leader Dust and oils from your skin contaminate the tape and affect performance Vv Avoid unnecessarily opening the cartridge door to prevent contamination and physical damage v Inspect data cartridges for damage after dropping them gt B4 Condition cartridges to the recommended normal operating environment for 24 hours after exposing them to abnormal temperature or humidity such as after transporting the cartridges from one location to another Vv The safety of your data depends on proper care and handling of cartridges Inspecting Data Cartridges B4 Check reel locks Inspect spring loaded hub for proper tension Inspecting Data Cartridges Improper data cartridge handling is the primary reason for tape drive problems To avoid losing data or damaging the tape drive inspect cartridges gt Before loading a new cartridge gt After dropping a cartridge or subjecting it to physical shock gt When the tape drive becomes inoperable after loading a cartridge gt When you receive a shipment of data cartridges that shows any sign of shipping damage Use the follow
12. check that they are not worn or broken and there are no missing or bent pins 3 Make sure the connector on each end of the cable is fully seated 4 Disconnect the tape drive from the host system power off the tape drive and power it on again to perform a POST gt D1 5 If you have a SCSI tape drive remove all devices from the SCSI bus Connect the tape drive directly to the host computer and terminate it gt C4 Confirm that the tape drive and host computer are communicating properly before adding other devices 6 If you have a Fibre Channel tape drive look at the back panel to see if the green LED the link light there is illuminated gt C6 If the link light is illuminated you have a working connection with the Fibre Channel network 7 Ensure that your operating system modules patches and drivers backup software and tape drive are compatible Visit _ www tandberg com _ for the most current compatibility information D3 SCSI Troubleshooting SCSI Troubleshooting If the tape drive passes POST with no power or data cartridge problems but is still performing poorly check for the following SCSI issues SCSI Troubleshooting Possible Problem Solution Your system is not configured to see Check your system and SCSI bus settings the tape drive Configure your system to recognize the tape drive The SCSI ID is not unique Change the SCSI ID The new ID takes effect the next time
13. d magnetic fields gt Use the slide in labels provided Do not use adhesive labels or Post it notes and do not write on the cartridge gt Never touch the tape or tape leader Dust and oils from your skin contaminate the tape and affect performance Always visually inspect a data cartridge before placing it in the tape drive If it is damaged do not use the cartridge gt B4 Never power off the tape drive while it contains a cartridge For a more comprehensive list of data cartridge handling guidelines gt B3 Interpreting the Front of the Tape Drive A2 Interpreting the Front of the Tape Drive Title Color Action Explanation This section describes the tape drive S me controls as well as tape drive and Drive Orange Off No cartridge is inserted oran we Density Green incompatible cartridge is inserted data cartridge conditions communi as cated by the LEDs on the front of Green A Super DLTtape II cartridge is the tape drive inserted or has just been ejected Orange A backward read cartridge such as Super DLTtape I or DLTtape VS1 is inserted Drive Green On The tape drive is idle The tape drive Status may or may not contain a cartridge Cy Off The tape drive has not been powered on or is not plugged into a power source Flashing The tape drive is in use This includes functions such as e Loading and unloading tape e Reading e Writing e Rewinding e Calibrati
14. e protect media Orange indicates write protected Write protecting Data Cartridges To prevent accidental erasure of your data each data cartridge has a write protect switch When active this switch prevents the tape drive from writing data to the cartridge For valuable data always make sure the cartridge is write protected before inserting it into the tape drive To enable write protection gt Move the write protect switch left so that the bright orange rectangle is visible To disable write protection gt Move the write protect switch right so that the orange rectangle is not visible B3 Caring for Data Cartridges Caring for Data Cartridges Super DLTtape II data cartridges are engineered to be reliable robust and durable They are manufactured to withstand 1 000 000 passes and have a shelf life of 30 years For best results follow these guidelines for data cartridge Store data cartridges vertically handling and storage in plastic cases gt Follow the handling instructions and observe the environmental specifications provided in the plastic cartridge case v Keep cartridges in their protective cases when not in use v Protect cartridges from shock vibration moisture direct sunlight dust smoke and magnetic fields v Do not stack more than five cartridges on top of each other v Store cartridges vertically in protective cases for archival Vv Use the slide in la
15. e place it back in its plastic case and mark the label after each cleaning Note On the last cleaning the tape drive does not eject the CleaningTape Use the Eject button on the front of the tape drive to eject the expired cleaning cartridge and dispose of it B1 Choosing Data Cartridges Choosing Data Cartridges The SDLT 600 tape drive writes to Super DLTtape II data cartridges The Super DLTtape l cartridge is blue and has a distinctive pattern molded into the plastic along with the DLTtape logo The cartridge s geometry is similar to previous DLT tape cartridges to simplify integration with existing tape library designs Its keying feature however ensures that it cannot be loaded into previous generation tape drives The SDLT 600 tape drive includes a backward read compatibility feature that enables it to read but not write to Super DLTtape I and DLTtape VS1 cartridges The following table lists the transfer rates for backward read cartridges Backward read Transfer Rates Super DLTtape Data Cartridge BRC Transfer Native Rate 80 of Cartridge Type s Native Read SM Capacity GB Transfer Rate MB second Super DLTtape I 160 12 8 SDLT 320 formatted LEEA Super DLTtape I 110 8 8 he SDLT 220 f tted DLTtape VS1 Data Cartridge eee DLT tape VS1 80 6 4 Transfer rates quoted are nominal measured reading uncompressed data Write protecting Data Cartridges B2 Move switch left to writ
16. ing procedure to inspect a cartridge If the cartridge shows any sign of damage do not use it To Inspect a Cartridge 1 Inspect the exterior of the cartridge for physical damage cracks broken parts and contamination sticky or oily substances attached debris N Gently shake the cartridge Listen for loose pieces 3 Check that both reel locks on the cartridge are visible One reel lock is located on the end of the cartridge that is inserted into the tape drive The other is on the bottom of the cartridge 4 Confirm that the spring loaded hub on the bottom of the cartridge is centered Press the hub to ensure that the spring is functioning properly and that the hub returns to its normal position 5 Verify that the orange write protect switch snaps smartly into position and is not damaged gt B2 6 Open the cartridge door by pressing the tab in the door pivot notch Check for possible damage to the tape leader buckle including a bent or towed in appearance or improper seating 7 Examine the visible tape leader without touching it for excessive debris oily or sticky residue condensed droplets of moisture or any other signs of contamination C1 Understanding the Tape Drive s Interface Understanding the Tape Drive s Interface The tabletop model of the SDLT 600 tape drive has an Ultra 160 SCSI interface The internal model has either a Fibre Channel interface or an Ultra 160 SCSI interface The Ultra
17. ists dimensions physical specifications functional specifications and maximum data transfer rates for the SDLT 600 tape drive Maximum Data Transfer Rate The following table shows the maximum and burst data transfer rates for the SDLT 600 tape drive Configuration Native Compressed Burst Maxt SCSI Ultra 160 LVD mode 36 MB sec 72 MB sec 160 MB sec SCSI Ultra 160 MSE LVD mode 36 MB sec 72 MB sec 160 MB sec SCSI Ultra 160 SE mode 36 MB sec 40 MB sec 40 MB sec Fibre Channel 1 Gb s 36 MB sec 72 MB sec 100 MB sec Fibre Channel 2 Gb s 36 MB sec 72 MB sec 200 MB sec The compression rates shown assume an industry standard 2 1 compression ratio Actual compression ratios achieved depend on the redundancy of data files being recorded Burst speeds are limited by the SCSI bus itself or by the Fibre Channel transceiver not the design of the SDLT 600 tape drive or the Super DLTtape II data cartridge E1 Specifications Physical Specifications The following table lists environmental operating limits and accuracy for the SDLT 600 tape drive Data Integrity Error Type Frequency Detected Recoverable lt 1 error in 10 bytes read ECC Read Detected Unrecoverable lt 1 error in 10 bits read Read Undetected Read lt 1 error in 107 bits read Rewrite of Data lt 1 per 10 bytes written Temperature Operating 10 C to 40 C 50 F to 104 F Storage 40 C to 66 C 40 F to 150 F Humidity
18. n AS NZS 3548 Australia New Zealand Regulatory Information E2 Susceptibility and ESD Limits The following table lists radiated magnetic radiated and conducted susceptibility limits for the SDLT 600 tape drive Type Specifications Comments Radiated immunity 3 V m rms 80 No errors high frequency electric fields modulated 1 kHz No screen distortion 26 1000 MHz Magnetic radiated 3 A m 230V 50 Hz No errors low frequency magnetic fields No screen distortion EFT Fast transient bursts 2kV No errors for power and data cables PLT High energy transient 1 2 kV Differential No errors voltage for power cables 2 5 kV Common Mode Low level conducted 3 V m rms No errors interference for AC and 80 modulated 1 kHz No screen distortion DC cables 0 15 80 MHz The SDLT 600 tape drive maintains normal operation both in Read Write and in Standby conditions No errors attributable to the test are encountered Conducted The transient voltage is the actual peak voltage above the normal AC voltage from the power source The maximum energy in a single pulse from the transient generator must be limited to 2 5 W E2 Regulatory Information The following table lists ESD failure level limits for the tape drive Failure Type Equipment Specifications Comments Hard Office 1 to 12 kV No operator intervention soft recoverable errors allowed Hardware Office Up to 15 kV No component damage operator inte
19. nformation about using the Fibre Channel interface refer to the SDLT 600 Fibre Channel Interface Guide Choosing Cables and Connectors C2 Choosing Cables and Connectors This section describes the cables and connectors to use with the SDLT 600 tape drive SCSI Cables and Connectors SCSI versions of the SDLT 600 tape drive have two high density 68 pin SCSI connectors Connect the tape drive to the host computer using a SCSI cable with the correct type of connector on each end The tape drive operates best when the host computer and host end of the cable have one of the following types of connector SCSI Connectors High density 68 pin Micro DB68 or Mini DB68 SCA 80 pin Hot Swap Connector Very High density Interconnect Connector The tape drive will however operate with other host end connectors Fibre Channel Cables and Connectors Fibre Channel versions of the SDLT 600 tape drive internal model only have one Fibre Channel port The Fibre Channel port is equipped with a Small Form factor Pluggable SFP converter for connecting the fiber optic cable You may have to supply the SFP for the other end of the cable some host bus adapters have the transceiver already built in to the adapter in which case you do not have to supply the SFP for the other end of the cable Note Both ends of the cable require a transceiver C3
20. ng Cleaning Yellow On Cleaning is required Required Off Cleaning is not required Eject N A Press Use the Eject button to eject a cartridge from the tape drive When you press Eject the tape drive finishes writing data to the tape then ejects the cartridge Infrared Port The infrared port provides a wireless remote testing base for customers and integrators to access system diagnostic information Note Upon reset all LEDs flash briefly and then illuminate in sequence until the tape drive is ready for use All LEDs flash when the tape drive encounters an error A3 Loading and Unloading Data Cartridges Loading and Unloading Data Cartridges To Load a Data Cartridge 1 Insert the data cartridge into the receiver on the front of the tape drive 2 Push the cartridge completely into the receiver The green Drive Status LED gt A2 flashes as the tape loads When the tape reaches the Beginning of Tape BOT marker the Drive Status and Drive Density LEDs gt A2 light steadily indicating that the cartridge is ready for use Note The Drive Density LED is green when a Super DLTtape II cartridge is inserted orange when a Super DLTtape I or DLTtape VS1 cartridge is inserted and off when no cartridge is inserted or an incompatible cartridge is inserted gt A2 For information about choosing data cartridges gt B1 To Unload a Data Cartridge 1 Press the Eject but
21. pping weight Weight Internal and Library Version Tabletop Version Unpackaged 2 38 kg 5 lbs 4 oz 6 27 kg Weight 13 lbs 13 oz Shipping 3 77 kg 8 lbs 5 oz 9 90 kg Weight 21 Ibs 13 oz Weights depend on configuration The packaging used may change the shipping weight E2 Regulatory Information Regulatory Information This section lists regulatory information for the SDLT 600 tape drive Safety Certifications The SDLT 600 tape drive meets or exceeds the following safety requirements gt UL 60950 USA Information Technology Including Electrical Business Equipment gt EN60950 IEC 950 Europe Information Technology Including Electrical Business Equipment e EN60825 1 Information Technology Equipment The SDLT 600 tape drive is certified to bear the GS mark and TUV identification markings The SDLT 600 tape drive is a Class I laser product that complies with 21 CFR 1040 10 as applicable on the date of manufacture Electromagnetic Interference Certifications The internal version of the SDLT 600 tape drive complies with FCC Class A limits in a standard enclosure The tabletop tape drive complies with FCC Class B limits The following table lists Electromagnetic Interference EMI certifications Type Regulation Certification EEC Directive 89 336 CE EN55022 EU EN55024 EU CFR 47 1995 FCC Rules Part 15B Class B MDOC TECS 003 Canada V 3 97 04 VCCI Class B Japan CNS 13438 BSMI Class A Taiwa
22. rvention allowed soft hard errors allowed Acoustic Noise Emissions The following table lists acoustic noise emission levels both as noise power and sound pressure for the SDLT 600 tape drive The table provides the preliminary declared values per ISO 9296 and ISO 7779 EN27779 Mode Noise Power Emission Level Sound Pressure Level LNPEc LPAc Internal Tabletop Internal Tabletop Idle Not applicable 5 4 Bel Not applicable 42 dB Streaming 5 9 Bel 5 9 Bel 47 dB 53 dB Sound pressure level measured at front of drive Copyright Copyright 2003 by Quantum Corporation All rights reserved Reprinted with permission by Tandberg Data ASA Trademarks Quantum the Quantum logo and the DLTtape logo are trademarks of Quantum Corporation registered in the U S A and other countries DLTtape DLTSage Value DLTtape and Super DLTtape are trademarks of Quantum Corporation Other company and product names used in this document are trademarks registered trademarks or service marks of their respective owners Legal Disclaimers The information contained in this document is the exclusive property of Quantum Corporation Quantum retains its copyright on the information contained herein in all cases and situations of usage including derivative works The possessor agrees to safeguard this information and to maintain it in confidence and not re publish it in whole or in part without Quantum s prior written consent Quantum reserves
23. the Fibre Channel Model C6 Connecting the Fibre Channel Model The Fibre Channel protocol and the SCSI protocol rely on different methods of addressing devices Unlike the SCSI protocol which uses fixed SCSI IDs the Fibre Channel protocol uses different addressing depending on the type of topology used for the network point to point arbitrated loop or fabric The addresses are set dynamically in real time at the time the device attaches to the network Follow these steps to connect a Fibre Channel SDLT 600 tape drive 1 Insert a fiber optic cable into the Fibre Channel port on the back of the tape drive The connector is fully seated when it snaps into the port You can connect a Fibre Channel connector while the tape drive is still powered on this capability is known as hot swappable or hot pluggable 2 Optional step for this step rely on your judgement based on your knowledge of the host bus adapter that you are currently using Attach an SFP connector C2 to the other end of the fiber optic cable before connecting it to the host device For more information about connecting a Fibre Channel tape drive refer to the SDLT 600 Product Manual D1 Using the Power On Self Test Using the Power On Self Test The SDLT 600 tape drive performs a self diagnostic test called a Power On Self Test POST each time you power it on This test helps you detect problems with your tape drive POST completes
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25. ton on the front bezel The tape drive completes writing data to the tape and the Drive Status LED gt A2 flashes as the tape rewinds When the tape reaches the BOT marker the tape drive ejects the data cartridge The Drive Status LED lights steadily and the Drive Density LED e Remains green if you ejected a Super DLTtape II cartridge e Turns off if you ejected a backward read cartridge 2 Remove the cartridge from the tape drive and return it to its plastic case gt A1 Cleaning the Tape Heads A4 Cleaning Required Cleaning the Tape Heads Over time ambient pollution and particulates in the environment contaminate the tape heads The tape drive indicates when cleaning is required by illuminating the yellow Cleaning Required LED gt A2 Do not clean the tape heads unless the Cleaning Required LED is illuminated Use ONLY the SDLT CleaningTape Other cleaning tapes such as CleaningTape Ill or DLT VS CleaningTape are incompatible with the SDLT 600 tape drive heads To Clean the Tape Heads 1 2 Insert a Super DLTtape cleaning cartridge the brand name to look for is SDLTtape CleaningTape into the tape drive The green Drive Status LED flashes and the cleaning cycle begins automatically When the cleaning cycle completes the tape drive automatically ejects the CleaningTape turns off the Cleaning Required LED and steadily illuminates the Drive Status LED Remove the CleaningTap
26. you power on the tape drive gt C3 The parameters for your SCSI adapter Check your SCSI controller card Ensure that it is are incorrect LVD for the optimal tape drive performance or SE for slower performance gt C1 The SCSI bus is not terminated correctly Confirm that a terminator is installed on the last device in the SCSI chain and that it is fully seated gt C4 C5 The SCSI bus is too long For single ended mode limit the length of the SCSI bus to 3 meters For LVD mode limit the length to 25 meters Too many devices are connected to the Limit the number of external devices Try using SCSI bus the tape drive as a stand alone device The tape drive is operating more slowly For the best performance make sure your SCSI than indicated in its performance controller card can operate at 160 MB second specifications gt C1 For information about possible Fibre Channel problems refer to the next section gt D4 Checking for Tape Drive Errors D4 Checking for Tape Drive Errors The SDLT 600 tape drive SCSI version provides status and event information about the SCSI controller devices data transfer and errors The Fibre Channel version of the tape drive also indicates whether a signal is present and provides the Fibre Channel address speed topology and node and port information You can use iTalk to access this information through the tape drive s infrared port located on the front of the t
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