Preface - IBM System Storage TS2250 Setup, Operator, And Service Manual

Preface

This guide describes how to install and use the IBM TS2250 Tape Drive in the
following chapters:
Chapter 1, "Introduction," on page 1-1 describes the product, supported servers,
operating systems, and device drivers, and lists hardware specifications.
Chapter 2, "Installing the drive," on page 2-1 gives unpacking, set up, and
configuration information.
Chapter 3, "Operating the Drive," on page 3-1 describes the Power button, Unload
button, and Status lights and explains the function of the Single-character Display.
It gives instruction on inserting and removing a tape cartridge, describes methods
of updating drive firmware, and explains how to clean the tape drive. It also lists
diagnostic and maintenance functions.
Chapter 4, "Using Ultrium Media," on page 4-1 describes the types of tape
cartridges to use and defines the conditions for storing and shipping them. It also
describes how to handle the cartridges, how to set a cartridge's write-protect
switch, and how to order extra cartridges.
Chapter 5, "Troubleshooting," on page 5-1 gives tips for solving problems with the
drive.
Appendix A, "Error Codes and Messages," on page A-1 describes the error and
informational codes that appear on the single-character display.
Appendix B, "TapeAlert flags," on page B-1 describes where to find information on
TapeAlert messages that are supported and might aid with problem determination.
Appendix C, "Ordering Optional Features, Replacement Parts, Power Cords, and
Media," on page C-1 lists parts and supplies and provides information about the
power cords that are used in different countries or regions.
Appendix D, "Repairing a Cartridge," on page D-1 describes how to repair a tape
cartridge.
Appendix E, "Information for Trained Service Personnel," on page E-1 gives the
procedure for removing a tape cartridge that does not eject from the drive and
other servicing procedures.
Related Publications
v IBM System Storage TS2230, TS2240, and TS2250 Tape Drive (SAS) Installation
v IBM System Storage LTO Ultrium Tape Drive SCSI Reference, GA32-0450, gives
v IBM Tape Device Drivers Installation and User's Guide, GC27-2130, provides
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Quick Reference, GC27-2276 illustrates how to install the drive.
information about the supported SCSI commands and protocol that govern the
behavior of the SCSI interface for LTO drives. The SCSI reference also includes
information about the TapeAlert flags that are supported.
instructions for attaching IBM supported hardware to open-systems operating
systems. It indicates what devices and levels of operating systems are supported,
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