IBM 20/40GB 4MM Installation And Using Manual
IBM 20/40GB 4MM Installation And Using Manual

IBM 20/40GB 4MM Installation And Using Manual

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Installation and Using Guide
SA23-1233-01

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  • Page 1 20/40GB 4MM Internal Tape Drive Installation and Using Guide SA23-1233-01...
  • Page 2 Before using this information and the product it supports, read the information in “Safety Information” on page v and “Appendix B. Notices” on page 29. © International Business Machines Corporation 2000, 2001. All rights reserved. Note to U.S. Government Users Restricted Rights--Use, duplication or disclosure restricted by GSA ADP Schedule Contract with IBM Corp.
  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Front View of the 20/40GB 4MM Internal Tape Drive . Cleaning the Tape Drive . SCSI Hardware Issues Chapter 2. Preparing to Install the 20/40GB 4MM Internal Tape Drive . Verifying Your Software Requirements Checking Prerequisites Needed Tools and Documentation .
  • Page 4 . 26 VCCI Statement . . 27 Radio Protection for Germany . . 27 Appendix B. Notices . 29 Reader’s Comments — We’d Like to Hear From You . . 31 20/40GB 4MM Internal Tape Drive: Installation and Using Guide...
  • Page 5: Safety Information

    Safety Information DANGER An electrical outlet that is not correctly wired could place hazardous voltage on metal parts of the system or the devices that attach to the system. It is the responsibility of the customer to ensure that the outlet is correctly wired and grounded to prevent an electrical shock.
  • Page 6 20/40GB 4MM Internal Tape Drive: Installation and Using Guide...
  • Page 7: Handling Static-Sensitive Devices

    Handling Static-Sensitive Devices Attention: Static electricity can damage the device and your system unit. To avoid damage, keep this device in its anti-static protective bag until you are ready to install it. To reduce the possibility of electrostatic discharge, follow the precautions listed below: v Limit your movement.
  • Page 8 20/40GB 4MM Internal Tape Drive: Installation and Using Guide...
  • Page 9: About This Book

    About This Book This book provides information about the 20/40GB 4MM Internal Tape Drive, and how to plan your SCSI device layout, set the SCSI address, install the tape drive, and use the tape drive. Use this book along with your specific system unit and operating system documentation.
  • Page 10 20/40GB 4MM Internal Tape Drive: Installation and Using Guide...
  • Page 11: Chapter 1. Overview

    Communications on the SCSI bus can be either asynchronous or synchronous. The 20/40GB 4MM Internal Tape Drive is compatible with existing 4.0GB, and 12.0GB 4mm tape cartridges. The 20/40GB 4MM Internal Tape Drive can be used as a boot device. The tape drive is used primarily for:...
  • Page 12: Tape Drive Environment And Use

    Media Grades There are two different grades of media that could be used with your 20/40GB 4MM Internal Tape Drive: v Tape containing Program Transmittal Fixes (PTF) - PTFs are tapes designed to be written to only once and read from a few times.
  • Page 13: Tape Drive Cleaning

    Note: Your system supplier may only support the use of their own cleaning cartridges. Contact your system supplier for quality cleaning cartridges that are specifically designed for the 20/40GB 4MM Internal Tape Drive. Cleaning cartridges can be used a limited number of times. Once a cleaning cartridge has been used to its maximum number of times, the cartridge is considered expired.
  • Page 14: Front View Of The 20/40Gb 4Mm Internal Tape Drive

    Front View of the 20/40GB 4MM Internal Tape Drive Tape Drive Door Status lights Ready (green) Tape Motion (green) Disturbance (amber) Unload/Reset button Cleaning the Tape Drive No matter how clean the environment, debris can build up on the heads of any tape drive.
  • Page 15: Chapter 2. Preparing To Install The 20/40Gb 4Mm Internal Tape Drive

    Chapter 2. Preparing to Install the 20/40GB 4MM Internal Tape Drive This chapter covers all the things you need to do before you install your 20/40GB 4MM Internal Tape Drive. Preparing to install the tape drive involves the following tasks:...
  • Page 16: Determining Your Scsi Address

    Determining Your SCSI Address Before you install the 20/40GB 4MM Internal Tape Drive, you must set the SCSI address on the drive. First, determine which SCSI addresses are available to use. Then you choose an address and install jumpers on the drive to set the selected address.
  • Page 17 2. Select the highest-priority unused SCSI address for your 20/40GB 4MM Internal Tape Drive. Use Table 1 to record the address you chose for your 20/40GB 4MM Internal Tape Drive and the names and addresses of any other installed SCSI devices.
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  • Page 19: Chapter 3. Installing The 20/40Gb 4Mm Internal Tape Drive

    Handling Recommendations Attention: Be sure to read “Handling Static-Sensitive Devices” on page vii before you remove the 20/40GB 4MM Internal Tape Drive from its anti-static bag or any time you handle it. For optimum performance, always follow the recommendations listed below: v Handle the drive carefully and by its external metal chassis.
  • Page 20: Jumper Pin Positions On The 20/40Gb 4Mm Internal Tape Drive

    8 6 4 2 SCSI Address Block 68-pin SCSI Connector Power Connector Note: The 20/40GB 4MM Internal Tape Drive is shipped with six jumpers, each set to the “off” position (SCSI address 0). Table 2. SCSI Address Settings Address Jumper 7-8...
  • Page 21: Installing And Connecting The Tape Drive

    To install and connect the 20/40GB 4MM Internal Tape Drive, do the following: 1. Remove the covers to your system unit, following the instructions provided in your system unit documentation.
  • Page 22: Verifying The Installation

    Verifying the Installation To verify the successful installation of the 20/40GB 4MM Internal Tape Drive, see the instructions provided in your operating system documentation. To verify the installation on an AIX system, type: lsdev -Cs scsi Press Enter. A list of SCSI devices displays. An Available status indicates that the drive is installed and ready to use.
  • Page 23: Chapter 4. Using The 20/40Gb 4Mm Internal Tape Drive

    The unload button 6 enables the tape cartridge to be ejected. The unload button operates only when the 20/40GB 4MM Internal Tape Drive’s power is on. To remove a cartridge, press and hold the unload button for about one second.
  • Page 24: Indicator Lights

    Indicator Lights The 20/40GB 4MM Internal Tape Drive has the following indicator lights. Status Lights Three status lights ( 2 in Figure 1 on page 13) and their ISO symbols appear on the 20/40GB 4MM Internal Tape Drive as follows:...
  • Page 25 Notes: 1. The 20/40GB 4MM Internal Tape Drive needs cleaning when the tape drive turns on the Fault status light (solid amber). The light turns on when The 20/40GB 4MM Internal Tape Drive exceeds a preset operating limit.
  • Page 26: Loading And Unloading A Tape Cartridge

    Note: See “Setting the Write-Protect Switch” on page 22 to make sure that the write-protect switch is properly set. 3. Lift the door on the front of the 20/40GB 4MM Internal Tape Drive and slide the cartridge into the opening until the loading mechanism pulls the cartridge into the drive and the drive door closes.
  • Page 27: Emergency Eject Feature

    To clean the 20/40GB 4MM Internal Tape Drive: 1. Make sure that the power is on to the 20/40GB 4MM Internal Tape Drive. 2. If a tape cartridge is in the 20/40GB 4MM Internal Tape Drive, eject and remove the cartridge.
  • Page 28 If you attempt to use a depleted cleaning cartridge, the 20/40GB 4MM Internal Tape Drive automatically detects the error and ejects the cartridge. If the Fault status light was on prior to the cleaning process, it stays on;...
  • Page 29: Chapter 5. Using The Media

    It is designed to use only DDS (Digital Data Storage) data cartridges. The cartridges are identified by one of the following DDS symbols: The 20/40GB 4MM Internal Tape Drive only reads and writes data to tape cartridges that are DDS-2, 3, or 4 format.
  • Page 30: Recommendations For Data Cartridge Usage

    The following list describes recommended guidelines that will help to protect your data and prolong the life of your tape cartridges and the 20/40GB 4MM Internal Tape Drive: v Use only 4mm DDS-2, DDS-3, or DDS-4 cartridges. (DDS-4 media is recommended whenever possible as it best optimizes overall drive advantages).
  • Page 31: Data Cartridge Erasure

    Data Cartridge Erasure Most bulk eraser devices do not have the capability to erase the 4mm data cartridge. To properly erase a 4mm data cartridge with a bulk eraser device, the erasure coercivity rating must be a minimum of 3900 Oersted. Storage and Shipping Environments Before using a tape cartridge, let it acclimate to the operating environment by placing the cartridge in the operating environment for as long as it has been away from the...
  • Page 32: Operating In Harsh Environments

    Attention: Do not operate the 20/40GB 4MM Internal Tape Drive in a poor air-quality environment. If your environment contains an excessive amount of particulates, contact your service representative for more information.
  • Page 33: Ordering Tape Cartridges

    Table 5 lists quality tape cartridges that you can order for the 20/40GB 4MM Internal Tape Drive. To order cartridges contact your local provider of storage products. The following table provides you with two part numbers of quality tape cartridges that can be purchased from your local provider.
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  • Page 35: Appendix A. Communications Statements

    Appendix A. Communications Statements The following statement applies to this product. The statement for other products intended for use with this product appears in their accompanying documentation. Federal Communications Commission (FCC) Statement Note: The 4mm Tape Drive been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules.
  • Page 36: European Union (Eu) Statement

    Avis de conformité aux normes du ministère des Communications du Canada Cet appareil numérique de la classe B est conform à la norme NMB-003 du Canada. Canadian Department of Communications Compliance Statement This Class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003. 20/40GB 4MM Internal Tape Drive: Installation and Using Guide...
  • Page 37: Vcci Statement

    Radio Protection for Germany Dieses Gerät ist berechtigt in Übereinstimmung mit dem deutschen EMVG vom 9.Nov.92 das EG–Konformitätszeichen zu führen. Der Aussteller der Konformitätserklärung ist die IBM Germany. Dieses Gerät erfüllt die Bedingungen der EN 55022 Klasse B. Appendix A. Communications Statements...
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  • Page 39: Appendix B. Notices

    Appendix B. Notices This information was developed for products and services offered in the U.S.A. The manufacturer may not offer the products, services, or features discussed in this document in other countries. Consult the manufacturer’s representative for information on the products and services currently available in your area. Any reference to the manufacturer’s product, program, or service is not intended to state or imply that only that product, program, or service may be used.
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  • Page 41: Reader's Comments - We'd Like To Hear From You

    Reader’s Comments — We’d Like to Hear From You 20/40GB 4MM Internal Tape Drive Installation and Using Guide Order Number: SA23-1233-01 Overall how satisfied are you with the information in this book? Very Satisfied Neutral Dissatisfied Very Satisfied Dissatisfied Overall Satisfaction...
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