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N8151-50/N8151-50F AIT (IDE) / Built-In AIT (IDE) 内蔵 取扱説明書 ...... ページ User’s Guide Page 53 ....• 製品をご使用になる前に必ず本書をお読みください。 本書は熟読の上、大切に保管してください。 • Make sure you read this manual before using the product. After reading this manual carefully, store it in a safe place.
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「テープデバイス」 に表示されてい “Sony AIT Tape Drive (NT る 4.0)” をクリックして [ ] ボタン をクリックする。 インストールが完了すると、画面 が次のように変わります。 システムを再起動します。 重要 Windows NT バックアップを使用する場合は、他のバックアップソフトをインストー ルしないでください。インストールしている場合は、アンインストールしてください。 Windows NT また、 バックアップ以外のバックアップソフトを使用する場合は、 SONY AIT Tape Drive (NT4.0) 「 」 を削除してください。 ヒント インストールしたテープデバイスドライバは、システムの再起動後に有効になります。 内蔵 について...
取り扱い 本装置の取り扱い方法を説明します。 データカートリッジのセット 重要 ● 本装置にセットするデータカートリッジには、当社製の 「 データカートリッジ (型 番 : EF-2420L 、 EF-2420 ) 」 を使用してください。当社製以外のデータカートリッ ジを使用するとリード/ライトエラーを起こすことがあります。 ● データカートリッジをセットしている間は、基本処理装置の電源を にしないで ください。誤動作やデータの破壊の原因となります。 基本処理装置の電源を にした S T A T U S L E D 後、本装置の と BUSY LED TAPE LED 、 が消灯し...
NEC would greatly appreciate it if our dealers are informed about it. (5) Please note that in no event shall NEC be liable for any damages whatever arising out of the use of this device, regardless of item (4) above.
Keep this User’s Guide at hand for quick reference at anytime necessary. Safety Consideration - Must Read - Follow the instructions given in this User’s Guide for proper operations and safe use of the device. SAFETY INDICATIONS This User’s Guide describes the device components with possible danger, hazards that may be caused by ignoring warnings, and preventive actions against such hazards.
(Sample) A symbol for A content of A term indicating a arousing attention possible danger hazard level Warning Do not install the device while the power is turned on. Unplug the AC power cord from the main power source when installing/ uninstalling the device to/from basic processing unit or connect it with the enclosure.
SAFETY NOTES This section provides several precautions to enable you to use the product safely and correctly and to prevent injury and property damage. Read this section carefully to ensure proper and safe use of the product. For symbols, see “SAFETY INDICATIONS” provided earlier.
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Attention to Power or Power Cord Warning Do not hold the DC cable with a wet hand. Do not disconnect/connect the cable while your hands are wet. Failure to follow this warning may cause an electric shock. Caution Do not install the device while the power is turned on. Unplug the AC power cord from the main power source when installing/ uninstalling the device to/from basic processing unit or connect it with the enclosure.
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Do not use the unspecified interface cables. Use only the cable authorized by NEC and locate the device and connector before connection. Use of an unauthorized cable or displaced connection may cause a short circuit, resulting in a fire.
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Attention to Handling or Maintenance Warning Do not disassemble, repair, or alter the Built-in AIT. Never attempt to disassemble, repair, or alter the Built-in AIT on any occasion other than described in this User’s Guide. Failure to follow this instruction may cause an electric shock or a fire as well as malfunctions of the Built-in AIT.
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Attention to Operation Warning Do not insert your hands into the cartridge load compartment. Do not insert your hands into the cartridge load compartment. Otherwise, the fingers will be caught/pinched by the Built-in AIT to cause an injury. Do not touch the Built-in AIT when it thunders. If it starts thundering, do not touch any part of the Built-in AIT.
For Correct Operation To operate the N8151-50F Built-In AIT correctly, observe the following points. For considerations on handling the AIT data cartridge, refer to the chapter “AIT Data Cartridge”. • Set the N8151-50F Built-In AIT’s Jumper so that it will not duplicate with Jumper of other IDE equipment.
Introduction Thank you for purchasing the N8151-50F Built-In AIT. The AIT (Advanced Intelligent Tape) cartridge-compatible high-speed drive will help ensure the smooth backup, application, and management of your important data. To maximize the N8151-50F Built-In AIT functions, please read the instruction manual carefully before use and fully understand how to handle the device.
Organization of the Instruction Manual The instruction manual function as a guide that enables you to set up and use the N8151-50F Built- In AIT correctly. You can refer to this manual whenever you encounter a question or problem during setup and daily operation. The instruction manual consists of two chapters: the first covers the considerations on the safe use of the Built-In AIT (setup, daily operation and maintenance) and the second covers the considera- tions on the safe use of the AIT data cartridge available on the Built-In AIT (operation and...
Symbols Used in This Text The following symbols are used in this text to indicate cautions and notes concerning the operation of this device. (Refer to the beginning of this document for an explanation of the symbols used for safety-related cautions.) This symbol indicates important information concerning the handling of the Important device or the operation of the software.
For details about how to perform this operation, refer to your backup software documentation. NEC does not accept responsibility for information leaks to third parties.
Package Contents Many accessories are included with the Built-In AIT in the N8151-50F Built-In AIT. Verify the packed contents with the part list given below and ensure that all the components and parts are present. Also, check that each item is undamaged. If a component or part is missing or damaged, contact your dealer.
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Table of Contents Trademarks ............. 53 Safety SAFETY INDICATIONS ........54 SYMBOLS USED IN THIS USER’S GUIDE AND Consideration WARNING LABELS ........... 55 - Must Read - SAFETY NOTES ........... 56 For Correct Operation ..........61 Introduction ............62 Organization of the Instruction Manual ....63 Order of priority when the N8151-50F Built-In AIT is used for the first time ......
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AIT Data Cartridge Data Cartridge Part Name and Function....89 Operation, Storage and Transportation Requirements ............90 Label ............... 90 Label paste position .......... 90 Precautions on entry to label ......91 Write-protect ............91 Precautions on Handling ......... 92 Operational precautions ........
Built-in AIT This chapter explains setup, installation and daily operation of the N8151-50F Built-In AIT. Features This unit has the following features: • You can record large amounts of data on the AIT1 data cartridge using AIT (Advanced Intelli- gent Tape) format. •...
Part Name and Function The Built-In AIT and magazine have the following parts and functions. Important The part names, functions, and settings of the installed 5.25-in device and installed 3.5-in device (drive only) are the same. (For clarity, we use the 5.25-in device in the explanations below.) Front 1 Dust cover Protects the data cartridge slot...
Rear 1 Fan 2 Power connector Connect the Built-In AIT’s built-in power cable. (→ P. 78) 3 Jumper pin Pins which set the Built-In AIT (→ P. 74) 4 IDE connector Connect the Built-In AIT’s built-in IDE Flat cable. (→ P. 78) Bottom 1 DIP switch Switches which set the Built-In AIT...
Setup The procedure up to installation of the Built-In AIT to the “basic processing unit” is explained in the following. Removing and installing the brackets When you want to use the Built-In AIT as a 3.5-in device, you need to remove the left and right brackets.
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To install the brackets Align the Built-In AIT screw holes with the far end of the bracket adjustable screw holes. With a Phillips screwdriver, tighten the screws. Built-in AIT 73...
Setting the Built-In AIT - Setting with the jumper pins - Before installing the Built-In AIT into the 5.25-in. device bay, verify the settings of the Built-In AIT. An ID setting is necessary required to use IDE device integrated with the Built-In AIT. Different IDE devices connected to the same IDE bus, have different IDs so that the devices operate properly.
Setting the Built-In AIT - Setting with the DIP switch - The DIP switch on the bottom of the Built-In AIT enables you to change the following settings. • DC Control (1) (Data compression setting) (Factory-set to ON) • DC Control (2) (Data compression setting) (Factory-set to OFF) 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 Switches 1 to 6: Unused Switch 7: DC Control (1)
Mounting on the basic processing unit Caution Turn off the power before installing or removing the device Always be sure to turn off the main power and unplug the power cord from the AC outlet before installing/removing this device or connecting any cables. There is a risk of electric shock if this device in installed or removed or if any cables are connected while the power cord is still plugged into an AC outlet.
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Fig. 3 Front cover Rail • The screws needed with the 5.25-in and 3.5-in devices are the same. • Always use the screws that are provided with this device. The screws that are provided with this device are metric screws (length: 5.0 mm; length 3.5 mm below washer: 3.5 mm).
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The provided interface cable is used to CD-ROM/RW drive connect the Built-In AIT, the CD-ROM/ RW drive, and the IDE connector on the motherboard. First, disconnect the cable Built-In AIT between the CD-ROM/RW drive and motherboard and store it in a safe place. Provided cable Connect the provided cable to the IDE connector on the motherboard, then...
Installing the tape device driver Install the tape device driver only when you want to use the Windows NT 4.0 backup (management tool), or Windows 2000 backup (system tool). Install the tape device driver in the basic processing unit. As the driver, use the provided floppy disk.
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Restart the system. Important When using Windows NT backup, do not install any other backup software. If any other backup software is installed, make sure you uninstall it. Further, when using backup software other than Windows NT backup, make sure you delete “Sony AIT Tape Drive (NT 4.0)”. Hint The tape device driver installed after restarting the system is enabled.
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Click the [Driver] tab, and click the [Update Driver] button. The [Found New Hardware Wizard] appears. Click the [Next] button. The [Install Hardware Device Drivers] screen appears. Select [Search for a suitable driver for my device (recommended)], and click the [Next] button. The [Locate Driver Files] screen appears.
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Place a checkmark in the [Floppy disk drives] checkbox, and click the [Next] button. The basic processing unit starts searching for driver files, and the [Driver Files Search Results] screen appears. Click the [Next] button. The [Completing the Found New Hardware Wizard] screen is displayed.
Handling The following explains how to handle the N8151-50F Built-In AIT. Setting the AIT data cartridge Important • As the data cartridge to be set in the magazine, use our “AIT Data Cartridge (model: AIT1)”. If you use a data cartridge of other manufacturer, a read/write error may occur. •...
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Set the AIT data cartridge orienta- tion as shown here and insert it into the data cartridge slot. By inserting the data cartridge to the extent, it is automatically set in the drive and the TAPE LED lights. 4 Close the dust cover. Important •...
Ejecting the AIT data cartridge Confirm that the BUSY LED is not blinking. Press the EJECT button and open the dust cover. Pressing the EJECT button, Built-In AIT starts rewinding the tape (this may take a few minutes). Important Firmly press the EJECT button to remove the data cartridge from the AIT drive.
Important • When the BUSY LED is lit or blinking, do not turn off the basic processing unit. This may cause a malfunction or damage data. • To avoid malfunction, do not transport this unit with the data cartridge installed. LED indication Three LED on the Built-In AIT’s front side signal the status of the drive and the AIT data cartridge.
Cleaning To keep the drive in the best condition, regular cleaning is required. Cleaning the read/write head When the STATUS LED blinks (repeating long ON and short OFF), clean the Built-In AIT internal read/write head. Set the provided cleaning cartridge in the drive, following the procedure described in “Handling” in “Setting the AIT Data Cartridge”.
Cleaning the Built-In AIT If the Built-In AIT looks dirty, gently wipe its surface with soft cloth moistened with water or detergent. Important Do not clean the Built-In AIT using chemicals such as benzine or thinner (volatile chemicals), which may cause the unit to be deformed or discolored. For the same reason, do not spray insecticide.
AIT Data Cartridge This chapter explains how to handle the AIT data cartridge. Data Cartridge Part Name and Function Label paste position Label paste position Handle for insertion/ejection Write-protect plug (The same one is provided on the opposite site.) AIT Data Cartridge 89...
Operation, Storage and Transportation Requirements I Operation requirement : 10 to 45 °C Temperature : 20 to 80 % (The maximum temperature of wet bulb is 26 °C.) Humidity Shelf time : If an AIT data cartridge is exposed to an environment other than the operating or storage environment, expose it to the operating environment for a longer time than the period when it is exposed to other environment (for 8 hours at maximum) before use.
Precautions on entry to label • To represent the data contained in the AIT data cartridge, use a label which can be easily replaced and no adhesion trace is left. • To change the label indication, do not erase it with an eraser but peel the old label and paste a new one.
Precautions on Handling Operational precautions Before use • If the AIT data cartridge is damaged, deformed or bent, do not use it. • If the AIT data cartridge is exposed to an environment other than the operating or storage environment, expose it to the operating environment for a longer time than the period when it is exposed to other environment (for 8 hours at maximum) before use.
Usage Inhibition Standard If an AIT data cartridge that you are using is in the case below, you must replace it. • When the AIT data cartridge is given a strong shock, for example, when falling, and damaged. • When the recording surface is contaminated with liquid, such as soft drink, coffee and tea, detergent, metal chips or cigarette ash.
Storing Important Data When storing important data or programs, it is strongly recommended that you should prepare and store the master tape and copy (backup) tape just in case. Further, we recommend that you verify backup software when saving, and check saved data. For details on verification, refer to the instruction manual for the backup software you are using.
Specifications The N8151-50F Built-In AIT has the following specification: I Performance Memory capacity 35 Gbyte (In the compression mode: 70 Gbyte) when using AIT1 Data Cartridge: tape length 230 m 25 Gbyte (In the compression mode: 50 Gbyte) when using AIT1 Data Cartridge: tape length 170 m The value in the compression mode is obtained when the compression efficiency is X2.
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I Dimensions, weight N8151-50F 5.25 in device 41.2 mm 149.0 mm 172.4 mm Weight 1.13 kg N8151-50F 3.5 in device 41.2 mm 101.6 mm 172.4 mm Weight 0.75 kg 96 Specification...
Customer’s Application Sheet Use this sheet as a note in which the information required for maintenance and management of the N8151-50F Built-In AIT. Item Record Basic processing unit model name Operating system (OS) (name, version, service pack/batch application) Backup software (name, version service pack/batch application) IDE bus configuration (Jumper...
Troubleshooting Checklist If this product fails to operate as expected, consult the following checklist and verify the product before returning it for repairs. If the device is exhibiting any of the symptoms listed, take the actions indicated. Internal/ Symptom Action External ❑...
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Internal/ Symptom Action External ❑ The drive is not properly ❑ Make sure that terminators are connected and/or Internal detected during startup. set correctly. External → Terminators must be connected at both ends of the SCSI bus. • If the remote end of the SCSI bus is a cable (connector), make sure that a terminating connector is connected to it.
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Internal/ Symptom Action External ❑ The cartridge is not ❑ Clean the head with the cleaning cartridge. Internal ❑ Replace the data cartridge with a new cartridge. detected correctly. External ❑ The backup process is ❑ Make sure that you are using the correct data not performed correctly.
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Internal/ Symptom Action External ❑ The backup process is ❑ Refer to the explanation of the LED and LCD Internal not performed correctly. indicators (if any) in the User’s Guide. External → • If a cleaning request is indicated, clean the (An LED is flashing and an error is displayed on drive and attempt the backup process...
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Internal/ Symptom Action External ❑ Cannot eject the ❑ If a spent cleaning cartridge is inserted, or if Internal cleaning cartridge. cleaning is not completed properly because the External cartridge ends during cleaning, some drives indicate this by not ejecting the cleaning cartridge.
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