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All rights reserved No part of this document may be copied in any form or by any means without prior written consent of HP. EPROMs used in the products described herein contain firmware that is copyrighted by and shall remain the property of HP.
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Any changes or modifications to the equipment by the user not expressly approved by the grantee or manufacturer could void user's authority to operate such equipment. HP StorageWorks DAT 72 (Models 5242 and 5242ACL) User's Guide HP Part Number 528296-003 July 2005...
Chapter Two..................…………………………31 Loading and Unloading a Cartridge ........…………………………31 Chapter Three..................…………………………32 Controls and Indicators ............…………………………32 Understanding the LEDs.............…………………………32 Chapter Four..................…………………………34 Upgrading the Firmware From Tape........…………………………34 HP StorageWorks DAT 72 (Models 5242 and 5242ACL) User's Guide HP Part Number 528296-003 July 2005...
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Setup 2 Configuration Display Format Items......…………………………61 Setup 3 Off-Line Utilities Display Format Items ....…………………………62 Section 5 – Index and Safety Index....................…………………………68 Safety and Compliance..............…………………………70 HP StorageWorks DAT 72 (Models 5242 and 5242ACL) User's Guide HP Part Number 528296-003 July 2005...
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Provides a detailed description of the 5242-ACL tape drive Section IV Explains the electronics that execute SCSI commands to the tape drive and that provide performance and statistical information to the LCD. HP StorageWorks DAT 72 (Models 5242 and 5242ACL) User's Guide HP Part Number 528296-003 July 2005...
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Recommended 8 weeks 4 weeks 3 weeks Weekly Cleaning Frequency Table 1 Cleaning schedule for the 5242 when using DDS-3 and DAT72 tape cartridges HP StorageWorks DAT 72 (Models 5242 and 5242ACL) User's Guide HP Part Number 528296-003 July 2005...
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Do not use the cleaning cartridge more times than specified by the manufacturer. HP StorageWorks DAT 72 (Models 5242 and 5242ACL) User's Guide HP Part Number 528296-003 July 2005...
The other end of the cable also has a 68-pin connector with thumbscrews that connects to the NonStop S- series differential SCSI port or to the HP M8201fibre channel to M8201 Fibre Channel to HVD SCSI router on Integrity NonStop servers. Connectivity is supported for Integrity NonStop servers via attachment to a NonStop S-series I/O enclosure.
A label must not be stuck on top of another label. • Only use the labels that are supplied with the cartridges or magazine. HP StorageWorks DAT 72 (Models 5242 and 5242ACL) User's Guide HP Part Number 528296-003 July 2005...
Drive Type 5242 5242-ACL Capacity 125m cartridge DDS-3 12.0 GB 72.0 GB 170m cartridge DAT72 36.0 GB 216.0 GB Table 3 Tape cartridge capacities HP StorageWorks DAT 72 (Models 5242 and 5242ACL) User's Guide HP Part Number 528296-003 July 2005...
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LCD status display and control panel include: • Intelligent front end, backlit, supertwist LCD • Advanced drive test and exercise function • Firmware upgrade function HP StorageWorks DAT 72 (Models 5242 and 5242ACL) User's Guide HP Part Number 528296-003 July 2005...
The DAT72 format uses the same error correction techniques as the DDS-3 format. It incorporates the error correction techniques used in DAT drives with additional techniques designed to provide superior data integrity. HP StorageWorks DAT 72 (Models 5242 and 5242-ACL) User's Guide HP Part Number 528296-03 July 2005...
(12 inches) at the rear of each tape drive for adequate ventilation and servicing. 3.2.1.2 Physical Specifications • 5242 dimensions: •L292mm x W211mm x H64mm •L11.5" x W8.3" x H2.5" HP StorageWorks DAT 72 (Models 5242 and 5242-ACL) User's Guide HP Part Number 528296-03 July 2005...
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BS-1363 Switzerland 1011.1959 Italy CEI 23-16/VII Denmark Afsnit 107 Table 6 Current and voltage ratings of AC power cords available for the tape drive HP StorageWorks DAT 72 (Models 5242 and 5242-ACL) User's Guide HP Part Number 528296-03 July 2005...
User's Kit. (See Figure 4.) A copper SCSI interface cable, if ordered, is shipped in a separate box. User's Kit Foam Supports Tape Subsystem Enclosure Shipping Container Figure 4 Unpacking a 5242 or 5242-ACL tape drive HP StorageWorks DAT 72 (Models 5242 and 5242-ACL) User's Guide HP Part Number 528296-03 July 2005...
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4. Carefully remove the foam supports from either end of the tape drive enclosure. 5. Inspect the tape drive for shipping damage. Note: Record any damage on the shipping bill. Report any damaged equipment to HP. Failure to report damaged equipment immediately can result in a loss of claim. 6. Check you have: •...
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3. Attach the 68-pin SCSI cable connector to the SCSI port and secure the thumb screw connectors. (See Figure 7.) 4. Ensure a SCSI terminator is firmly installed one of the two SCSI ports. HP StorageWorks DAT 72 (Models 5242 and 5242-ACL) User's Guide HP Part Number 528296-03 July 2005...
AC power switch on the 5242 tape drive Blank Power Switch AC Out Power Connector SCSI AC In Connectors Power Connector Figure 9 AC power switch on the 5242-ACL tape drive HP StorageWorks DAT 72 (Models 5242 and 5242-ACL) User's Guide HP Part Number 528296-03 July 2005...
Programmable Autoloader Error-Alert LED Eject Compression Indicator LED Load Operator Tape Eject Tape Attention Activity Button Button Required Figure 11 5242-ACL front panel identified HP StorageWorks DAT 72 (Models 5242 and 5242-ACL) User's Guide HP Part Number 528296-03 July 2005...
Set-Up 3 Set-Up 2 PRESS to PRESS to PRESS to Select Select Select Exit Set-Up PRESS to Select Figure 12 5242 and 5242ACL setup menus HP StorageWorks DAT 72 (Models 5242 and 5242-ACL) User's Guide HP Part Number 528296-03 July 2005...
Starting and Testing the Tape Drives This subsection describes the SCF commands to be used to start and test tape devices. 3.2.4.1 Starting a Tape Device HP StorageWorks DAT 72 (Models 5242 and 5242-ACL) User's Guide HP Part Number 528296-03 July 2005...
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RecSize ..2048 Short Write Mode ..ALLOWED, PADDED Subtype ..11 Tape Mode ..STREAM Volume Switching .EOT Figure 15 Example of a SCF status tape detail command HP StorageWorks DAT 72 (Models 5242 and 5242-ACL) User's Guide HP Part Number 528296-03 July 2005...
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5242 or 5242-ACL tape drives. Each table addresses a specific problem, lists symptoms related to the possible cause of the problem, and lists actions to correct problem. If you need further help solving an installation problem, contact the HP Global Customer Support Center. 5242 Tape Drive Does Not Function Properly...
A module is a subset of a group, and it is usually contained in a system enclosure. A module contains one or more slots. In a NonStop S-series server, there is one module in a group. HP StorageWorks DAT 72 (Models 5242 and 5242-ACL) User's Guide HP Part Number 528296-03 July 2005...
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Ensure the IOMF or PMF is terminated on the NonStop S-series server. 3.3.3.1 Enter the product number of the tape drive in the Product Number field. Allowable product numbers are 5242 and 5242ACL. HP StorageWorks DAT 72 (Models 5242 and 5242-ACL) User's Guide HP Part Number 528296-03 July 2005...
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The BACKUPCPU attribute specifies the processor in which the tape process starts its backup process. • The PRODUCT attribute specifies the product number that identifies the model of the tape drive. HP StorageWorks DAT 72 (Models 5242 and 5242-ACL) User's Guide HP Part Number 528296-03 July 2005...
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STORAGE – Info TAPE configuration $TAPE0 SubType Density *MaxOpens *RecSize *TapeMode *Compression Adapter Location 38000 BPI 2048 STREAM 1,1,55 Figure 17 Example of the alter command HP StorageWorks DAT 72 (Models 5242 and 5242-ACL) User's Guide HP Part Number 528296-03 July 2005...
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This example removes tape drive $TAPE0 from the system configuration: >DELETE TAPE $TAPE0 Use the INFO command to verify that the tape drive has been removed from the system: >INFO $TAPE* HP StorageWorks DAT 72 (Models 5242 and 5242-ACL) User's Guide HP Part Number 528296-03 July 2005...
4.2.1.1 Insert the cleaning cartridge into the drive. The tape drive loads the cleaning cartridge and cleans the heads. After about 30 seconds, the tape drive ejects the cleaning cartridge. HP StorageWorks DAT 72 (Models 5242 and 5242-ACL) User's Guide HP Part Number 528296-03 July 2005...
The tape loads automatically into the drive. 4.3.1.2 At the end of the cleaning cycle, the drive automatically ejects the cartridge. The changer mechanism places it in the magazine. HP StorageWorks DAT 72 (Models 5242 and 5242-ACL) User's Guide HP Part Number 528296-03 July 2005...
4.5.1 Avoid placing the tape drive in direct sunlight, rain or other sources of moisture 4.5.2 Keep all the tape drive ventilation openings unobstructed. HP StorageWorks DAT 72 (Models 5242 and 5242-ACL) User's Guide HP Part Number 528296-03 July 2005...
Section 1: General Information Chapter Five Technical Support Customers can contact HP Global Customer Support Center (GCSC). When calling the GCSC, have this information available: • Serial number of the equipment • The initial LCD display showing the firmware revision •...
Cables must be 110 ohm twisted pair. If you are using a cable of unknown composition, replace it with the one provided by HP. When ordering, reference one of these part numbers:...
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L11.5" x W8.3" x H4.2" • L292mm x W211mm x H107mm 6.4.7.3 Weight: • 5242: 7.0 lbs. (3.18 kg) • 5242-ACL: 10.0 lbs. (4.54 kg) HP StorageWorks DAT 72 (Models 5242 and 5242-ACL) User's Guide HP Part Number 528296-03 July 2005...
Sustained streaming transfer rate of 3 MB/s and up to 2:1 data compression • Three levels of error correction code (ECC) • Large 8-megabyte drive data buffer to maintain host transfer rate • Self-test diagnostics HP StorageWorks DAT 72 (Models 5242 and 5242-ACL) User's Guide HP Part Number 528296-03 July 2005...
(which is locking the cartridge) with the NonStop server active. 2.1.2.3 The Tape LED slowly flashes green while the tape unloads. See Figure 27 on page 32. HP StorageWorks DAT 72 (Models 5242 and 5242-ACL) User's Guide HP Part Number 528296-03 July 2005...
The 5242 tape drive has two LEDs that communicate drive status. (See Figure 26. The LEDs can help determine operating states. Write COMPRESS 2.3:1 Tape Clean/ Attn. Detail Eject Mode Button Switch Figure 26 5242 communication LEDs HP StorageWorks DAT 72 (Models 5242 and 5242-ACL) User's Guide HP Part Number 528296-03 July 2005...
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Flash Amber (1/2s on, 1/2s off) Power-on (starts with Fast Flash Green two steady lights (1/4s on, 1/4s off) Figure 12 Additional 5242 LED patterns HP StorageWorks DAT 72 (Models 5242 and 5242-ACL) User's Guide HP Part Number 528296-03 July 2005...
LEDs flash rapidly during this critical time. 4.1.1.4 After about 3 minutes, when the upgrade is complete, the firmware cartridge ejects. Remove it, and replace it in its box. HP StorageWorks DAT 72 (Models 5242 and 5242-ACL) User's Guide HP Part Number 528296-03 July 2005...
Subsystem firmware upgradeable by code tape • Tape drive streaming transfer rate of 3 MB/s and up to 2:1 data compression • Three levels of error correction code (ECC) HP StorageWorks DAT 72 (Models 5242 and 5242-ACL) User's Guide HP Part Number 528296-03 July 2005...
Switch Programmable Autoloader Error-Alert LED Eject Compression Indicator LED Load Operator Tape Eject Tape Attention Activity Button Button Required Figure 29 5242-ACL front panel HP StorageWorks DAT 72 (Models 5242 and 5242-ACL) User's Guide HP Part Number 528296-03 July 2005...
2.4.2.3 When the magazine check is complete, the tape drive loads the first available cartridge. 2.4.2.4 The tape drive now performs a load sequence: HP StorageWorks DAT 72 (Models 5242 and 5242-ACL) User's Guide HP Part Number 528296-03 July 2005...
This ensures that the task terminates in a controlled manner, and no data is lost. HP StorageWorks DAT 72 (Models 5242 and 5242-ACL) User's Guide HP Part Number 528296-03 July 2005...
The autoloader has three front panel LEDs that indicate how the autoloader is working. (See Figure 32.) Magazine Present LED Tape Activity LED Operator Attention Required LED Figure 32 Autoloader LEDs HP StorageWorks DAT 72 (Models 5242 and 5242-ACL) User's Guide HP Part Number 528296-03 July 2005...
2 cycles per second. 2.8.2 If the self-test fails, the Operator Attention Required LED changes to steady amber, and the other LEDs go off. HP StorageWorks DAT 72 (Models 5242 and 5242-ACL) User's Guide HP Part Number 528296-03 July 2005...
LCD Categories of Information: Three categories of messages can be displayed on the front panel: Normal autoloader operating status information Information messages Error messages HP StorageWorks DAT 72 (Models 5242 and 5242-ACL) User's Guide HP Part Number 528296-03 July 2005...
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SemiLoaded Loading Cleaning FW Tape (Tape Loaded) Ready xxm Read Write x.y Search>> Search<< Rewind Format Erase Locate Partition Figure 35 Status message organization HP StorageWorks DAT 72 (Models 5242 and 5242-ACL) User's Guide HP Part Number 528296-03 July 2005...
(Media Recognition DDS format. System) tape. C7438 Info The product identifier. It is displayed for 2 seconds during power-up. HP StorageWorks DAT 72 (Models 5242 and 5242-ACL) User's Guide HP Part Number 528296-03 July 2005...
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Loading Status Either a cartridge is being moved from the magazine and placed into the drive mechanism, or the drive is loading a cartridge. HP StorageWorks DAT 72 (Models 5242 and 5242-ACL) User's Guide HP Part Number 528296-03 July 2005...
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SCSI ID: x Info x indicates the SCSI ID of the autoloader. During the power-on sequence, it displays for 2 seconds following the product identifier. HP StorageWorks DAT 72 (Models 5242 and 5242-ACL) User's Guide HP Part Number 528296-03 July 2005...
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Configuration Switch 2 underside of the (on the underside of the autoloader. autoloader) is off so the host ability to control the drive's state is disabled. HP StorageWorks DAT 72 (Models 5242 and 5242-ACL) User's Guide HP Part Number 528296-03 July 2005...
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Write Fail Error Flashing A WRITE, WRITE Use a new cartridge. FILEMARK, or ERASE command has failed. HP StorageWorks DAT 72 (Models 5242 and 5242-ACL) User's Guide HP Part Number 528296-03 July 2005...
4. When the LCD shows the message New FW!!!!, the firmware has been successfully upgraded. Remove the firmware upgrade tape and replace it in its box. HP StorageWorks DAT 72 (Models 5242 and 5242-ACL) User's Guide HP Part Number 528296-03 July 2005...
Display unit LEDs Warning: Using the LCD functionality to change operations or configuration parameters without proper understanding can cause the 5242 to become non- operational. HP StorageWorks DAT 72 (Models 5242 and 5242-ACL) User's Guide HP Part Number 528296-03 July 2005...
This private tape bus can operate independently of a host to provide such capabilities as code-tape generation, code-tape loading and off-line HP StorageWorks DAT 72 (Models 5242 and 5242-ACL) User's Guide HP Part Number 528296-03 July 2005...
This is the main operational format of the LCD. The top two lines of the LCD always display the current SCSI command and the tape-capacity bar graph. The bottom two lines of the display alternate between five performance/status items. HP StorageWorks DAT 72 (Models 5242 and 5242-ACL) User's Guide HP Part Number 528296-03 July 2005...
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The average transfer rate between the NonStop server and the tape drive is calculated by dividing the total data transferred by the elapsed time since the first read or write command following a rewind or write filemark. HP StorageWorks DAT 72 (Models 5242 and 5242-ACL) User's Guide HP Part Number 528296-03 July 2005...
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When this area becomes worn, tapes become unreliable. Errors above 10.0 suggest worn tapes or the need to clean the recording heads. HP StorageWorks DAT 72 (Models 5242 and 5242-ACL) User's Guide HP Part Number 528296-03 July 2005...
Setup 3 consists of diagnostic and special utilities. Enter the setup menus by holding in the mode switch while powering up the subsystem. The menu display system forms this hierarchy: HP StorageWorks DAT 72 (Models 5242 and 5242-ACL) User's Guide HP Part Number 528296-03 July 2005...
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PRESS to Alter, you have the option of exiting from the editing mode or remaining in the editing mode to review the settings. HP StorageWorks DAT 72 (Models 5242 and 5242-ACL) User's Guide HP Part Number 528296-03 July 2005...
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1200 bp s 2400 bps PRESS to PRESS to PRESS to Scroll Scroll Scroll BaudRate 19K2 bps PRESS if Done Figure 53 Pick entry example HP StorageWorks DAT 72 (Models 5242 and 5242-ACL) User's Guide HP Part Number 528296-03 July 2005...
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SCSI ID of the drive itself, making SCSI device additions quick and simple. 2.6.2 Setting the Tape Drive SCSI ID Tape ID: [00] *NOT sel ectable* Figure 56 Setting the tape drive ID HP StorageWorks DAT 72 (Models 5242 and 5242-ACL) User's Guide HP Part Number 528296-03 July 2005...
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This setting is used until the unit is power cycled or reset. The setting selected in the setup menu is then used as the default value. HP StorageWorks DAT 72 (Models 5242 and 5242-ACL) User's Guide HP Part Number 528296-03 July 2005...
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Ecc:24.5 Ecc:20.5 Ecc:24.2 PRESS to PRESS to PRESS to Incremnt Incremnt Incremnt Rwr%30.7 Ecc:24.2 PRESS if Done Figure 59 Setting error-alert (ECC/Rewrite percentages) thresholds HP StorageWorks DAT 72 (Models 5242 and 5242-ACL) User's Guide HP Part Number 528296-03 July 2005...
Configuring the Options Setting Options Options O ptions: 00001400 01001400 00001400 PRESS to PRESS to PRESS if Alter Incremnt Done Figure 62 Configuring the options setting HP StorageWorks DAT 72 (Models 5242 and 5242-ACL) User's Guide HP Part Number 528296-03 July 2005...
If your configuration or NonStop server environment requires unique settings or special configurations, HP can provide assistance and minor firmware configurations for specific platforms, software or drives through the use of this menu item. This setting is factory-configured at 00001400 and you should never have to changed it.
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2.5G Vari.Tst Vari.Tst Fixd.Tst PRESS to PRESS to PRESS to Custom Exit Menu PRESS to PRESS to Select Select Figure 65 Drive self-test options HP StorageWorks DAT 72 (Models 5242 and 5242-ACL) User's Guide HP Part Number 528296-03 July 2005...
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Write RWr Rate COMPRESS 0.0% 2.3:1 Write Pass REMAIN'G REMAIN'G 1.9GB 1.9GB Press to Return to Self Test Menu Figure 66 Example drive test HP StorageWorks DAT 72 (Models 5242 and 5242-ACL) User's Guide HP Part Number 528296-03 July 2005...
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1024MB Write Write Pass RWr RATE REMAIN'G REMAIN'G 0.0% 1761MB Press to Return to Self Test Menu Figure 67 Example custom drive test menu HP StorageWorks DAT 72 (Models 5242 and 5242-ACL) User's Guide HP Part Number 528296-03 July 2005...
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CodeTape CodeTape Load PRESS to PRESS to waiting Confirm for tape Tape Create a CodeTape PRESS to Escape Figure 69 Making a code tape HP StorageWorks DAT 72 (Models 5242 and 5242-ACL) User's Guide HP Part Number 528296-03 July 2005...
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For this procedure, it is recommended that you take the tape drive off-line and disconnect the SCSI cable from the rear connector of the tape drive. HP StorageWorks DAT 72 (Models 5242 and 5242-ACL) User's Guide HP Part Number 528296-03 July 2005...
SCSI ID, Setting and Checking 34 Agency Approvals 64 Specifications Electrical 63 Electrical 63 Environmental 64 Environmental 64 Physical 65 LCD 63 Sustained Transfer Rates 12 Physical 65 HP StorageWorks DAT 72 (Models 5242 and 5242-ACL) User's Guide HP Part Number 528296-03 July 2005...
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Labeled and Unlabeled Tapes 11 Cartridge 8 Life Expectancy 9 Capacity 11 Using Labels 9 Cleaning Tape 8 Write-Protecting 10 Compatibility 13 Tape Drive Specifications 63 Humidity 8 HP StorageWorks DAT 72 (Models 5242 and 5242-ACL) User's Guide HP Part Number 528296-03 July 2005...
This class A digital apparatus meets all the requirements of the Canadian Interference-Causing Equipment Regulations. Cet appareil numérique de la classe A respecte toutes les exigences du Règelment sur le matériel brouilleur du Canada. Korea MIC Compliance HP StorageWorks DAT 72 (Models 5242 and 5242-ACL) User's Guide HP Part Number 528296-03 July 2005...
D'ALIMENTATION AFIN DE COUPER COMPLÈTEMENT L'ALIMENTATION DE CET ÉQUIPEMENT". DIESES GERÄT HAT MEHR ALS EIN NETZKABEL. VOR DER WARTUNG BITTE ALLE NETZKABEL AUS DER STECKDOSE ZIEHEN. HP StorageWorks DAT 72 (Models 5242 and 5242-ACL) User's Guide HP Part Number 528296-03 July 2005...
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Information about the Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment (WEEE) directive can be accessed from the left navigation area of the NTL home page: select NonStop Computing > Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment (WEEE). HP StorageWorks DAT 72 (Models 5242 and 5242-ACL) User's Guide HP Part Number 528296-03 July 2005...
Computing>Important Safety Information. A document window containing a binder of safety information, in several languages, appears. In the document window, click a document title to open the safety information in another language. Local HP support can also help direct you to your safety information.