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To reset the tape drive, follow these steps:
1. Press and hold the eject button for 20 seconds, and then release the button. The LEDs on the drive
will be flashing while the reset function is in process.
2. When the LEDs stop flashing, wait approximately one minute for the drive to complete the reset
operation. The drive will then be ready to use.
160/320 GB DAT320 SAS Tape Drive (FC 5661)
Learn about the features of this media device.
Description
The 160/320 GB DAT320 SAS Tape Drive is a 5.25-inch, half-high, SAS drive, which provides
a high capacity for save/restore and achieve functions. To see an illustration of this drive, see
Figure 8 on page 64. This tape drive uses IBM DAT320, 4 mm data cartridges and is
compression capable, providing a capacity of up to 320 GB with 2:1 compression ratio.
Characteristics:
v FRU part number: 46C1933
v Custom card identification number (CCIN): 63A0
v Media part numbers: see "Tape cartridges (FC 5661)" on page 67
v Capacity: 160 GB native mode, 320 GB (typical) compression mode
v Form factor: 5.25-inch half high
v Media: DAT320, DAT160
v Technology: helical scan, rotating head
v Operation: streaming
v Data transfer rate: 12 MBps native mode
v Interface: integrated, internal SAS with right-angle connector.
v Compatibility: DAT160 (read/write) and DAT320 (read/write)
v Attributes provided: DAT320 tape, test cartridge, and a cleaning cartridge
v Attributes required: One 1.6-inch (41 mm) half-high media bay and Feature Code 3657,
Tools
The following tools and documentation are needed to complete the installation:
v A flat-blade screwdriver (if this device is not an auto-docking feature on your system)
v Your system unit documentation, including any service documentation
v Your operating system documentation
Contact the place of purchase if an item is missing or damaged.
Note: If you are installing the auto-docking version of this device on your system, see your
system documentation for information about the auto-docking feature.
Media
This tape drive uses 4 mm data cartridges for saving and restoring system data. It is
designed to use only DDS (Digital Data Storage) data cartridges. The cartridges are identified
by one of the following DDS symbols:
The tape drive reads and writes data to tape cartridges that are in the DAT160 or DAT320
format.
Note: DAT160 media is more abrasive than DAT320 media and can be used for occasional
use only.
SAS cable with right angle connector.
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