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Quantum 4000 Installation And Operation Manual

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  • Page 1: Operation Guide

    The 4000/7000DLT Tabletop Series Installation and Operation Guide...
  • Page 2 © Copyright 1999 all rights reserved. ® Quantum is a registered trademark and DLT™ is a trademark of Quantum Corporation. All other trademarks are property of their respective owners. Document number: 62-0162-01 Rev A First published: March 1999 Printed in the USA...

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Introduction Overview ............. . . 1-3 Intended Audience .
  • Page 4 Connecting the Interface Cable ..........4-3 Connecting More than One 4000/7000DLT Series ......4-4 Setting the SCSI ID .
  • Page 5 LED Indicators ............5-4 LCD Messages .
  • Page 6 Drive Configuration Drive Dependent Configuration ..........B-3 SCSI Bus Parity .
  • Page 7 DLT Data Cartridge........2-11 Figure 4-1 Cable Diagram for 4 4000/7000DLT Series Units....4-4 Figure 4-2 SCSI ID Switch .
  • Page 8 viii Figures 62-0162-01...
  • Page 9 Table 2-1 Maximum Capacity........2-3 Transfer Rate (Compressed Mode) .
  • Page 10 Tables 62-0162-01...

  • Page 11: Explanation Of Symbols And Notes

    Introduction Overview ............. . . 1-3 Intended Audience .
  • Page 12 Introduction 62-0162-01...

  • Page 13: Overview

    Overview This manual contains information and instructions necessary for the safe operation of the 4000/7000DLT Series. The topics discussed in this chapter are: • Overview • Intended Audience • Organization • Associated Documents • Explanation of Symbols and Notes •...

  • Page 14: Associated Documents

    Explanation of Symbols and Notes Introduction Chapter 6 Troubleshooting and Diagnostic - Describes the troubleshooting and diagnostic techniques for the 4000/7000DLT Series. Appendix A Specifications - Outlines the specifications of the 4000/7000DLT Series. Appendix B Drive Configuration - Describes the specific information necessary to configure the 4000/7000DLT Series.

  • Page 15: Description

    Overview ............. . . 2-3 Description .
  • Page 16 Description 62-0162-01...

  • Page 17: Overview

    All models use data compression, compaction, and Digital Linear Tape (DLT) to obtain the capacities shown in Table 2-1. The 4000/7000DLT Series are equipped with a 2- line by 20-character backlit LCD display. The LCD displays drive status messages, error messages, and drive Power-On Self-Test (POST) results messages.

  • Page 18: Front Panel Controls And Indicators

    Table 2-3 on page 2-4 lists the drive models used in the 4000/7000DLT Series. Tape density is selected either from the drive front panel or the host. The 4000DLT, and 7000DLT drives can read/write 2.6, 6.0, and 10.0 GB formatted tapes for 100% interchange compatibility with earlier DLT drives.

  • Page 19: Figure 2-1 7000Dlt Front Panel

    Figure 2-1 7000DLT Front Panel Description...
  • Page 20 4000DLT Front Panel Figure 2-2 Description 62-0162-01...
  • Page 21 Table 2-4 Front Panel Indicators and Controls 2-line by 20-character Displays drive status, error messages, POST results LCD Display Beeper Sounds whenever it is OK to operate the cartridge insert/ release handle. The green Operate Handle LED should be ON whenever the Beeper sounds. Write Protected ON = Tape write-protected.

  • Page 22: Rear Panel Controls And Connectors

    Rear Panel Controls and Connectors Figure 2-3 7000DLT Series Rear Panel Table 2-5 Rear Panel Controls and Connectors Control or Connector Power Switch AC Power Connector SCSI Channel Connectors SCSI ID Switch Description Figure 2-3 on page 2-8 shows the controls and connectors located on the rear panel of the 7000DLT Series.

  • Page 23: Data Cartridge

    Data Cartridge The data cartridges used in the DTL7000 Series are housed in 4-inch plastic cases and employ 1/2-inch metal particle tape. Table 2-6 describes and lists the media cartridges that can be used with the four models. Table 2-6 Media Cartridge Drive Model...

  • Page 24: Other Requirements

    W R IT E -P R O T E C T E D Figure 2-4 DLT Data Cartridge Caution Other Requirements SCSI Host Adapter 2-10 Description O R A N G E IN D IC ATO R W R IT E -P R O T E C T S W IT C H W R IT E -E N A B LE D Always remove any cartridge from the drive before turning...

  • Page 25: Scsi Interface Cable

    SCSI Interface Cable The kind of cable you need will depend on the kind of SCSI bus connector on your host adapter. The 7000DLT, a fast, wide SCSI-2 device, uses a 68-pin high density SCSI device connector. Application Software The software you use will depend upon your storage needs and the system you are using.
  • Page 26 2-12 Description 62-0162-01...
  • Page 27 Safety Safety Conventions ............3-3 Precautions .
  • Page 28 Safety 62-0162-01...

  • Page 29: Safety Conventions

    Safety Conventions Table 3-1 Hazard Alert Messages Symbol Damage to ... Persons Material Caution Note The following symbols are used throughout the document. Signal Word Definition Imminent hazardous electrical situation Potential damaging situation Caution Tips for operators Note Important or useful information The danger exists of a fatal electric shock.

  • Page 30: Precautions

    Precautions Safety All safety and operating instructions should be read before this product is operated, and should be retained for future reference. This unit has been engineered and manufactured to assure your personal safety. Improper use can result in potential electrical shock or fire hazards. In order not to defeat the safeguards, observe the following basic rules for its installation, use and servicing.
  • Page 31 Use the unit on a firm level surface free from vibration, and do not place anything on top of unit. Precautions...
  • Page 32 Safety 62-0162-01...

  • Page 33: Installation

    Connecting the Interface Cable ..........4-3 Connecting More than One 4000/7000DLT Series ......4-4 Setting the SCSI ID .
  • Page 34 Installation 62-0162-01...

  • Page 35: Overview

    Attach an interface cable between the host adapter and your 4000/7000DLT Series. The kind of cable you need depends on the kind of SCSI bus connector on your host adapter. The 4000/7000DLT Series has two SCSI device connectors on the rear panel.

  • Page 36: Connecting More Than One 4000/7000Dlt Series

    Figure 4-1 Cable Diagram for 4 4000/7000DLT Series Units Installation If you are connecting more than one 4000/7000DLT Series unit on the same SCSI channel, simply connect each unit to the previous unit with an additional interface cable. It doesn't matter which SCSI connector on each 4000/7000DLT Series unit you connect the interface cable to.

  • Page 37: Figure 4-2 Scsi Id Switch

    See Figure 4-1 on page 4-4 and Figure 4-2. The SCSI ID switch is located on the rear of the 4000/7000DLT Series (see Figure 7). Use a small pointed object to press either the + button on the bottom, or the minus button on the top of the switch to select the proper ID.

  • Page 38: Check The Scsi Bus Termination

    Note The SCSI Host Adapter is normally set to SCSI ID 7, so this ID is usually not available for a device. Check the SCSI Bus Termination Note For single-ended drives, recommends using an active single-ended SCSI terminator. For differential drives, use a passive differential...

  • Page 39: Connecting Power And Turning On

    Installing the Backup Software Step 1 Plug the power cord into the back of the 4000/ 7000DLT Series. Step 2 Plug the power cord from the 4000/7000DLT Series into a GROUNDED electrical outlet.
  • Page 40 Installation 62-0162-01...

  • Page 41: Operation And Maintenance

    Overview ............. . . 5-3 Power-on Self-Test .
  • Page 42 Operation and Maintenance 62-0162-01...

  • Page 43: Overview

    Overview This section describes normal operating features of the 4000/7000DLT Series. Additionally, it explains how, and when, to clean the tape head. This section also describes how to clean the enclosure. Power-on Self-Test When you turn system power ON, the DLT drive performs a Power-on Self-Test (POST).

  • Page 44: Drive Status

    Drive Status LED Indicators Table 5-1 Drive States Indications Drive State No cartridge is present. A cartridge is present and the handle is down. A cartridge is present, but the handle is up (not recommended). The drive detects an error condition.

  • Page 45: Lcd Messages

    4000/7000DLT when powering up. POST completed, a cartridge is present, but the handle is up (not recommended). Note The 4000/7000DLT should not be left in this state when powering down. The drive detects an error condition. POST completes in about 13 seconds and the drive responds normally to all commands.

  • Page 46: Drive Operating Conditions

    POST completes in about 13 seconds and the drive responds normally to all ommands. However, it may take longer for the media to become ready. Drive Operating Conditions LED Indicators Table 5-3 Operating Condition Indications Label Write Protected Tape in Use Use Cleaning Tape Operate Handle All Right Indicator...
  • Page 47 Table 5-3 Operating Condition Indications Left Indicator Panel LED Label Color Yellow Yellow 10.0 Yellow 20.0 (4000/7000DLT) Yellow Compress Yellow Density Override Yellow All Right Indicator Panel LEDs, or, all Left Indicator Panel LEDs State Operating Condition Tape is recorded in 2.6 Blinking format.

  • Page 48: Lcd Messages

    LCD Messages Table 5-4 Drive Operation LCD Messages Drive Operating Condition No tape in drive. When loading or unloading a tape. When tape is unloaded. Operation and Maintenance Table 5-4 on page 5-8 describes the messages displayed by the LCD during normal operation: LCD Message or, ‘4000DLT’...
  • Page 49 When tape is loaded. If write-protected tape is inserted Write-protected tape fully loaded. DLTtype = DLT 4000 (4000DLT), or DLT (7000DLT). Compressed if compression mode enabled or Standard if compression mode disabled. 20/40GB = DLT 4000, 35/70GB = DLT This is the normal “Ready Screen”.
  • Page 50 5-10 Operation and Maintenance DLTtype = DLT 4000 (4000DLT), or DLT (7000DLT). Compressed if compression mode enabled, standard if compression mode disabled. Writing – indicates the system is writing to the tape. 2.1:1 – indicates the current compression ratio being used.
  • Page 51 Table 5-4 Drive Operation LCD Messages The drive head needs cleaning or the tape is bad. If new tape, or the drive cannot initialize the tape. A hardware error occurs during normal operation. followed by: followed by: followed by: Drive Operating Conditions 5-11...

  • Page 52: Loading The Data Cartridge

    Loading the Data Cartridge Caution Caution Figure 5-1 Loading a Data Cartridge 5-12 Operation and Maintenance Due to static the label or other items included in this package will occasionally cling to the DLT cartridge. Before loading into a drive, ensure that all other items from this package are separated from the cartridge.

  • Page 53: Data Protection

    Step 3 Step 4 Step 5 A load sequence will initiate where the Operate Handle LED will turn OFF and the Tape in Use LED will blink while the drive moves the tape to BOT (Beginning of Tape). When the tape is at BOT, the Tape in Use LED will turn ON steady.

  • Page 54: Removing The Data Cartridge

    Tape in Use Indications Table 5-5 Tape in Use ON steady Blinks irregularly Blinks regularly Operate ON and beeper Handle sounds All LEDs Blinking Removing the Data Cartridge Caution Caution 5-14 Operation and Maintenance Table 5-5 indicates what is happening during cartridge use: (Right Indicator Panel) State A cartridge is loaded, but the tape is not...

  • Page 55: Cleaning The Tape Head

    When you remove the cartridge from the drive, return the cartridge to its plastic case to prolong the cartridge life. Cleaning the Tape Head The 4000/7000DLT Series is a highly sophisticated unit. No routine maintenance is required apart from periodically cleaning the drive head whenever the Use Cleaning Tape...
  • Page 56 Table 5-6 Using the Cleaning Tape If . . . While using a data cartridge, the Use Cleaning Tape LED illuminates and the front panel LCD displays: and: While using a data cartridge, the Use Cleaning Tape LED begins to blink and the front panel LCD displays: Use Cleaning Tape LED...
  • Page 57 While the cleaning cycle is executing. When cleaning cycle is completed. DLTtype = DLT 4000 (4000DLT), or DLT (7000DLT). Compressed if compression mode enabled or Standard if compression mode disabled. 20/40GB = DLT4000, 35/70GB = DLT7000. This is the normal “Ready Screen”.

  • Page 58: Cleaning The Enclosure

    Table 5-7 Cleaning Cycle LCD Messages When cleaning tape is unloaded. Caution Cleaning the Enclosure 5-18 Operation and Maintenance Do not remove the cleaning cartridge before the drive sounds the beeper. Remove the cleaning cartridge from the drive as described in Removing the Data Cartridge on page 5-14.

  • Page 59: Troubleshooting And Diagnostic

    Troubleshooting and Diagnostic Overview ............. . . 7-3 Troubleshooting Chart .
  • Page 60 Troubleshooting and Diagnostic 62-0162-01...

  • Page 61: Overview

    DLT drive turns on the Use Cleaning Tape LED. The section also explains what to do when you need technical support. Troubleshooting Chart If the 4000/7000DLT Series fails during POST or operation, use the following table to determine the problem and the action to take: Table 6-1 Problem Chart If .
  • Page 62 (Continued) The 4000/7000DLT Series unit does not power up Troubleshooting and Diagnostic The SCSI bus may not be If the 4000/7000DLT Series correctly terminated unit is the last or only device on the bus, make sure the terminator is installed on the 4000/7000DLT.

  • Page 63: Use Cleaning Tape Led

    Use Cleaning Tape LED If an excessive number of read-after-write errors are detected during normal operation of the 4000/7000DLT Series, the Use Cleaning Tape LED will be turned on by the drive. Usually, the Use Cleaning Tape LED is turned on by the drive because of a dirty head, so the head should be cleaned and the operation tried again.

  • Page 64: Why The Use Cleaning Tape Led Gets Turned On

    High levels of dust contamination, high humidity, and heat can also be significant factors. Placing a CRT monitor on top of, or directly next to, a 4000/7000DLT Series should always be avoided. • Worn heads. The tape heads will eventually wear out causing the time between cleanings to get shorter and shorter.

  • Page 65: High Humidity

    High Humidity To minimize the chance of condensation, please observe the following guidelines: • If you expose cartridges to temperatures outside the operating limits (5-40°C/40-113°F), stabilize them before you use them. To do this, leave the cartridges in the operating temperature for a minimum of two hours. •...
  • Page 66 Troubleshooting and Diagnostic 62-0162-01...

  • Page 67: General Specification

    Specification General Specification ........... . A-3...
  • Page 68 Specification 62-0162-01...

  • Page 69: General Specification

    Physical Dimensions: Weight: Environment Electrical: Power Consumption: BTU/Hour: Environment (continued) Temperature: Humidity: This section contains specification information on the 4000/7000DLT Series. See Table A-1. ® Quantum DLT™4000 ® Quantum DLT™7000 180 MB/min. 600 MB/min. SCSI-2 SCSI-2 Fast, Wide 50-pin, shielded, low-density device connector...
  • Page 70 Table A-1 Specifications Vibration: Shock: Specification 0.25G (5-500 Hz) (Operating) 0.5G (5-500 Hz) (Storage/Shipping) 2G Operating 30G Storage/Shipping 62-0162-01...

  • Page 71: Drive Configuration

    Drive Dependent Configuration ..........B-3 SCSI Bus Parity .
  • Page 72 Drive Configuration 62-0162-01...

  • Page 73: Figure B-1 Dlt4000 Tape Drive Connectors (Left Side)

    Drive Dependent Configuration This section describes the options you can select by installing jumpers on the DLT Tape Drives. SCSI Bus Parity The following paragraphs detail information about parity selection on different drive types. DLT4000 Drives If your host computer system does not generate SCSI bus parity, you can disable parity checking in the DLT drives by installing a jumper over two pins on the SCSI ID connector.

  • Page 74: Dlt7000 Drive

    DLT7000 Drive Front Bezel Right Side Figure B-3 DLT7000 Tape Drive Connectors (Right Side) Figure B-4 Disable Parity Pins on DFDT Connector Drive Configuration If your host computer system does not generate SCSI bus parity, you can disable parity checking in the DLT7000 drive by installing a jumper over two pins on the DFDT connector.

  • Page 75: Scsi Bus Termination And Terminator Power

    SCSI Bus Termination and Terminator Power Note The SCSI bus must be terminated at both ends, and at least one device must supply terminator power. DLT4000 Drives F ron t B e ze l Right Side Figure B-5 DLT4000 Tape Drive Connectors (right side) Caution The following paragraphs describe information about termination selection on different drives.
  • Page 76 SCSI bus is providing terminator power Drive Configuration And . . . Then You Should . . . The 4000/7000DLT Connect jumpers as in Figure B-6. Series is not at the end of the SCSI bus chain The 4000/7000DLT Connect jumpers as in Figure B-6.

  • Page 77: Figure B-7 Dlt7000 Tape Drive Connectors (Right Side)

    DLT7000 Drives The DLT7000 drive can be configured to supply terminator power, by jumpering specific pins on the TRM PWR connector. See Figure B-7 and Figure B-8 for the location of the TRM PWR connector. F ron t B e ze l Right Side Figure B-7 DLT7000 Tape Drive Connectors (right side)
  • Page 78 Drive Configuration 62-0162-01...

  • Page 79: Regulatory Notices

    Regulatory Notices FCC Notices (U.S. Only) ..........C-3 Shielded Cables .
  • Page 80 Regulatory Notices 62-0162-01...

  • Page 81: Fcc Notices (U.s. Only

    FCC Notices (U.S. Only) This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the manufacturer's instruction manual, may cause interference with radio and television reception. 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.

  • Page 82: Product Type

    Regulatory Notices The following information is provided on the device or devices covered in this document in compliance with FCC regulations: Product Name 4000/7000DLT Tabletop Unit Model number Company name Advanced Digital Information Corporation, PO Box 97057, Redmond, WA 98073-9757 USA...

  • Page 83: En 55022 Compliance (Czech Republic Only

    EN 55022 Compliance (Czech Republic Only) This device belongs to category B devices as described in EN 55022, unless it is specifically stated that it is a category A device on the specification label. The following applies to devices in category A of EN 55022 (radius of protection up to 30 meters).

  • Page 84: Vcci Notices (Japan Only

    Equipment including Electrical Business Equipment." A "Declaration of Conformity" in accordance with the preceding standards has been made and is on file at ADIC Europe, Z.A. du Bel-Air, 21 avenue Saint-Fiacre, F78100 - Saint-Germain en Laye, FRANCE. This is a Class B product based on the standard of the Voluntary Control Council for Interfer-ence for information technology equipment.
  • Page 85 - 1 - 10.0 format ......5-7 10.0 GB format ..... . 2-4 - 2 - 2.6 format .
  • Page 86 disable parity ..... . .B-3 drive error messages ..... 2-7 Drive head .
  • Page 87 SCSI ID switch ......4-5 SCSI Interface Cable ....2-12 SCSI interface cable .
  • Page 88 in-10 Index 62-0162-01...

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