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ADIC DS9000 Series Installation And Operating Manual

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  • Page 1 Installation Operating Guide DS9000 Series...

  • Page 2: Copyright Notice

    ADIC. ADIC shall not be liable for errors contained herein or for incidental or consequential damages (including lost profits) in connection with the furnishing, performance or use of this material whether based on warranty, contract, or other legal theory.

  • Page 3: Copyright Notice (Europe)

    Further, ADIC Europe reserves the right to revise or change this publication without obligation on the part of ADIC Europe to notify any person or organization of such revision of change.
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  • Page 5: Regulatory Notices

    Plug the equipment into a different outlet so that the equipment and the receiver are on different branch circuits. If necessary, consult a representative of ADIC or an experienced radio/television technician for additional suggestions. You may find the following booklet helpful: FCC Interference Handbook, 1996, available from the U.S.

  • Page 6: Ic Notice (Canada Only)

    IC Notice (Canada Only) Most tape libraries are classified by the Industry Canada (IC) Interference-Causing Equipment Standard #3 (ICES-003) as Class B digital devices. To determine which classification (Class A or B) applies to your tape library, examine all registration labels located on the bottom or the back panel of your library. A statement in the form of “IC Class A ICES-3”...
  • Page 7 EN 60950:1992 + Amd.1:1993 + Amd.2:1993 with considerations to Amd.3:1995 — “Safety of Information Technology 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, ZAC de Basses Auges, 1, rue Alfred de Vigny, 78112 Fourqueux, FRANCE.

  • Page 8: Declaration Of Conformity

    EN 45014 Advanced Digital Information Corporation 11431 Willows Road ZAC des Basses Auges Redmond, Washington 98052 1, rue Alfred de Vigny 78112 Fourqueux, FRANCE DS9000 Series DS9800D DS9700D DS9400D/L DS9400 EN 50081-1, EN-55022 Class B EN 50082-1 EN 60950...

  • Page 9: Safety Notices

    Safety Notices Warnings This symbol should alert the user to the presence of "dangerous voltage" inside the product that might cause harm or electric shock. 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.
  • Page 10 Precautions Do not use oil, solvents, gasoline, paint thinners or insecticides on the unit. Do not expose the unit to moisture, to temperatures higher than 60ºC (140ºF) or to extreme low temperatures. Keep the unit away from direct sunlight, strong magnetic fields, excessive dust, humidity and electronic/electrical equipment, which generate electrical noise.

  • Page 11: Table Of Contents

    Checking the Accessories... 12 Installing the Host Adapter ... 12 Connecting the Interface Cable ... 12 Connecting More than One DS9000 Series Unit ... 13 Setting the SCSI ID... 14 Check the SCSI Bus Termination ... 15 Connecting Power and Turning On... 15 Installing the Application Software...
  • Page 12 Why the Use Cleaning Tape LED Gets Turned ON...34 High Humidity ...35 When Assistance is Required...36 Calling ADIC’s Technical Assistance Center (ATAC) ...36 Appendix A Specifications ...37 Appendix B Drive Configuration...39 Index ...45 Table of Contents...

  • Page 13: Chapter 1 Introduction

    Introduction This Chapter. . . provides a physical description of the switches, indicators and connectors on the front and rear panels of the DS9000 Series. describes other requirements (additional hardware and software) needed to use the DS9000 Series devices. Chapter...

  • Page 14: Equipment Description

    LCD displays drive status messages, error messages, and drive Power-On Self-Test (POST) results messages. The ADIC 4000 uses the drive bezel LEDs to communicate drive operations. The DS9000 Series also includes Flash EEPROM technology that allows easy on-site installation of firmware updates from tape or from the host.

  • Page 15: Front Panel Controls And Indicators

    Equipment damage may occur if you connect your DS9000 Series unit to an incompatible SCSI bus. Front Panel Controls and Indicators Figures 1 through 3 show the controls and indicators located on the front panel of the DS9000 Series. Caution Figure 1. DS9800D Front Panel...
  • Page 16 Figure 2. DS9700D Front Panel...
  • Page 17 Figure 3. DS9400D/L Front Panel (ADIC 4000 does not include the LCD) Introduction...

  • Page 18: Front Panel Indicators And Controls

    (yellow) Blinking = Tape is recorded in another density. Density Select 20.0 ON = Tape is recorded in 20.0 GB format. (yellow) [DS9400D/L, ADIC Blinking = Tape is recorded in another density. 4000] Density Select 35.0 ON = Tape is recorded in 35.0 GB format.

  • Page 19: Rear Panel Controls And Connectors

    Rear Panel Controls and Connectors Figure 4 shows the controls and connectors located on the rear panel of the DS9000 Series. A C Po w er Po w er SC S I ID C onnecto r Sw itch Sw itch...

  • Page 20: Data Cartridge

    SCSI ID Switch Data Cartridge The data cartridges used in the DS9000 Series are housed in 4-inch plastic cases and employ ½-inch metal particle tape. Table 4 describes and lists the media cartridges that can be used with the four models.

  • Page 21: Other Requirements

    Application Software A variety of backup and data storage software is available for use with your DS9000 Series. The software you use will depend upon your storage needs and the system you are using. Please check with ADIC Sales or Customer Assistance if you have a question on the compatibility of a particular software package.
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  • Page 23: Chapter 2 Installation

    Installation This Chapter. . . explains the steps necessary to install and test the DS9000 Series Devices. provides a Chapter symbol next to each step verified as correct.

  • Page 24: Unpacking And Inspecting

    Connecting the Interface Cable Attach an interface cable between the host adapter and the DS9000 Series. The kind of cable needed depends on the kind of SCSI bus connector on the host adapter. The DS9000 Series has two SCSI device connectors on the rear panel.

  • Page 25: Connecting More Than One Ds9000 Series Unit

    Connecting More than One DS9000 Series Unit If connecting to more than one DS9000 Series unit on the same SCSI channel, connect each unit to the previous unit with an interface cable. The connection sequence between the units is not critical. Refer to Figure 6 to see a configuration set-up.

  • Page 26: Setting The Scsi Id

    Setting the SCSI ID The SCSI address of the DS9000 Series may need to be changed, depending upon factors in the setup, operating system, and number of SCSI devices on the bus. Each device on the bus must have its own address. See Figures 6 and 7.

  • Page 27: Check The Scsi Bus Termination

    The SCSI ID switch is located on the rear of the DS9000 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 28: Installing The Application Software

    Refer to the application software installation guide and install the backup software, if necessary. After completing installation of the DS9000 Series unit and backup software, run a small backup/restore test and compare the results to confirm that the unit is working correctly.

  • Page 29: Chapter 3 Operation And Maintenance

    Operation and Maintenance This Chapter . . . describes normal operating features of the DS9000 Series. explains how, and when to clean the tape head. describes how to clean the enclosure. Chapter...

  • Page 30: Power-On Self-Test

    Power-on Self-Test When the system power is ON, the DLT drive performs a Power-on Self-Test (POST). The sequence of events is as follows: The LEDs on the right front panel of the DLT drive will turn on sequentially from top to bottom. All LEDs will remain ON for a few seconds.

  • Page 31: Lcd Message

    LCD Messages (DS9400D/L, DS9700D and DS9800D) The following table describes the messages displayed on the LCD during and immediately after the POST: LCD Message Drive State POST is executing. Will be displayed for 3 to 5 seconds, followed by: “DRV F/W” is the firmware version of the drive. “LCD F/W”...

  • Page 32: Led Indicators

    LED Indicators Use the following table to determine the drive’s operating condition: Right Indicator Panel LED Label Color Write Protected Orange Tape in Use Yellow Use Cleaning Tape Yellow Operate Handle Green All Right Indicator Panel LEDs or, All Left Indicator Panel LEDs Operation and Maintenance State...
  • Page 33 Label Color 2.6 (ADIC 4000, DS9400D/L, Yellow DS9700D) 6.0 (ADIC 4000, DS9400D/L, Yellow DS9700D) 10.0 (ADIC 4000, Yellow DS9400D/L) 10.0/15.0 (DS9700D, Yellow DS9800D) 20.0 (ADIC 4000, Yellow DS9400D/L, DS9700D, DS9800D) 35.0 (DS9700D, DS9800D) Yellow 40.0 (DS9800D) Yellow Compress Yellow Density Override...
  • Page 34 LCD Messages (DS9400D/L, DS9700D and DS9800D only) The following table describes the messages displayed by the LCD during normal operation: Drive Operating Condition No tape in drive. When loading or unloading a tape. When tape is unloaded. Operation and Maintenance LCD Message “type”...
  • Page 35 Drive Operating Condition LCD Message When tape is loaded. “type” = 4000 OMX (DS9400D/L), 7000 OMX (DS9700D) or 8000 OMX (DS9800D). “Compressed” if compression mode enabled or “Standard” if compression mode disabled. “15/30 GB” is drive dependent. “15/30 GB” = DLT2000XT, “20/40 GB”...
  • Page 36 LCD Message Drive Operating Condition Whenever the system is writing to a tape, these two messages will alternate. Each message will be displayed for approximately 2.5 seconds. “Writing” “2.1:1” “16 GB” written to. 3 arrows in motion ( Whenever the system is reading a tape, this message will alternate with the ready screen.

  • Page 37: Loading The Data Cartridge

    Drive Operating Condition LCD Message If new tape, or the drive cannot initialize the tape. followed by: followed by: A hardware error occurs during normal operation. Loading the Data Cartridge Before loading into a drive, ensure that all other items from this package are separated from the cartridge.
  • Page 38 Insert the data cartridge into the slot. Push the cartridge into the drive. Push the Cartridge Insert/Release Handle closed. The drive will go on-line. 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).

  • Page 39: Data Protection

    Data Protection Write-Protection of the Data Cartridge While Inside the Drive The Write-Protect switch on the data cartridge can be moved while the cartridge is loaded into the drive. The drive will turn on the Write Protected LED immediately. However, if the drive is writing to the tape, write protect does not take effect until the write operation is completed.

  • Page 40: Removing The Data Cartridge

    Cleaning the Tape Head The DS9000 Series is a highly sophisticated unit. No routine maintenance is required apart from periodically cleaning the drive head whenever the Use Cleaning Tape LED is illuminated and the LCD displays the following...
  • Page 41 If the DS9000 Series device fails to operate correctly, immediately call the ADIC Customer Assistance Center (refer to When You Need Assistance in Chapter 4, Troubleshooting and Diagnostics, later in this manual). To clean the head, use a cleaning cartridge. Insert the cleaning cartridge in the drive following the Loading the Data Cartridge loading the procedure in Chapter 3.

  • Page 42: Cleaning The Enclosure

    Loading the cleaning cartridge into the drive at the end of its cleaning cycle will result in a failed or shortened cleaning operation. If the Use Cleaning Tape LED is illuminated, replace the cleaning cartridge. Cleaning the Enclosure The outside of the enclosure can be cleaned with a damp towel. If a liquid all-purpose cleaner is used, apply it to a towel.

  • Page 43: Chapter 4 Troubleshooting And Diagnostics

    Troubleshooting and Diagnostics This Chapter. . . Lists a number of common problems and the actions to take to correct them. provides information on why the DLT drive turns on the Use Cleaning Tape LED. explains what to do when technical support is needed. Chapter...

  • Page 44: Troubleshooting Chart

    Troubleshooting Chart If the DS9000 Series fails during POST or operation, use the following table to determine the problem and the action to take: If . . . The system does not recognize the DS9000 Series unit Troubleshooting and Diagnostics Then .
  • Page 45 The system does not recognize the DS9000 Series unit The DS9000 Series unit does The DS9000 Series unit has no not power up power All right or all left indicator A drive fault has occurred...

  • Page 46: Use Cleaning Tape Led

    Use Cleaning Tape LED If an excessive number of read-after-write errors are detected during normal operation of the DS9000 Series unit, 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 (see Cleaning the Tape Head in Chapter 3, earlier in this manual) and the operation tried again.

  • Page 47: High Humidity

    Defective drive. Drive amplifier settings could be off, causing error rate degradation. The drive may have failed. High Humidity To minimize the chance of condensation, please observe the following guidelines: After exposing cartridges to temperatures outside the operating limits (5-40°C/40-113°F), stabilize them before use by keeping the cartridges at room temperature for a minimum of two hours.

  • Page 48: When Assistance Is Required

    If this information is readily available when calling customer support, ADIC will be able to resolve the problem more quickly and efficiently. Please note that ADIC telephone support services are not provided as a substitute for proper review and use of applicable ADIC user manuals.

  • Page 49: Appendix A Specifications

    Appendix Specifications This Appendix . . . contains specification information on the DS9000 Series.
  • Page 50 Physical Dimensions: Weight: Environment Electrical: Power Consumption: BTU/Hour: Temperature: Humidity: Vibration: Shock: Specifications Quantum DLT4000 ADIC 4000, DS9400D/L Quantum DLT7000 DS9700D Quantum DLT8000 DS9800D 180 MB/min. ADIC 4000, DS9400D/L DS9700D 600 MB/min. DS9800D 720 MB/min SCSI ADIC 4000, DS9400D/L SCSI Fast, Wide...

  • Page 51: Appendix B Drive Configuration

    Drive Configuration This Appendix . . . describes the options that can be selected by installing jumpers on the DLT Tape Drives. Appendix...
  • Page 52 SCSI Bus Parity DLT4000 Drives If the host computer system does not generate SCSI bus parity, disable the parity checking function in the DLT drives by installing a jumper over two pins on the SCSI ID connector . See Figure 9 for location of the connector. L e ft S id e Figure 9.
  • Page 53 DLT7000/DLT8000 Drives If the host computer system does not generate SCSI bus parity, disable the parity checking procedure in the DLT7000/DLT8000 drive by installing a jumper over two pins on the DFDT connector. See Figure 11 for location of the connector. F ro n t B e z e l R ig h t S id e...
  • Page 54 SCSI Bus Termination and Terminator Power The SCSI bus must be terminated at both ends, and at least one device must supply terminator power. DLT4000 Drives The DLT4000 drive can be configured to supply terminator power and termination on the bus, by placing jumpers across specific pins on the TRM PWR/TRM ENB connector (see Figure 13 for the location of the TRM PWR/TRM ENB connector).
  • Page 55 The DS9000 Series is not providing terminator power at the end of the SCSI bus chain Another device is The DS9000 Series is at the providing terminator power end of the SCSI bus chain No other device on the The DS9000 Series is not...
  • Page 56 F ro n t B e z e l R ig h t S id e Figure 15. DLT7000/DLT8000 Tape Drive Connectors (right side) Figure 16. Term Power Pins on TRM PWR Connector Drive Configuration TRM PWR Connector DFDT Connector TERMPOWER...

  • Page 57: Index

    Index...
  • Page 58 10.0 format, 21 10.0 GB format, 6 10.0 GB tape format, 2 15.0 format, 21 15.0 GB format, 6 2.6 format, 21 2.6 GB format, 6 2.6 GB tape format, 2 20.0 format, 21 20.0 GB format, 6 6.0 format, 21 6.0 GB format, 6 6.0 GB tape format, 2 70.0 GB format, 6...
  • Page 59 host adapter, 9, 13 host computer, 8, 9, 12, 16, 40, 41 humidity, 34 Humidity, 35, 38 I/O connector, 9 installing backup software, 16 interchange compatibility, 2 interface cable, 8, 12, 13 loading the data cartridge, 29 magnetic interference, 34 maintenance, 28 Mean Time Between Failures, 38 Mean Time To Repair, 38...
  • Page 60 ventilation, 35 Vibration, 38 warranty, ii, iii, 12, 29, 36 weight, 38 write enabled, 6 Write Protected LED, 6, 18, 20, 27 write-enabled, 8, 20, 25, 27 Write-Protect switch, 8, 25, 27 write-protected, 6, 8, 20, 23, 27 Index...

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