Tf85 Tape Drive; Read/Write Cartridge Compatibility With The Tf85 Tape Drive; Tf85 Tape Drive Controls - DEC VAX 4000 300 Manual

NOTE: If you change the bus node ID plugs while the system is operating,
you must turn off the system and then turn it back on for the new plug
positions to take effect.

3.1.2 TF85 Tape Drive

The TF85 tape drive is located behind the upper door of the system. To use
the drive, move the key to the top position and open the door.
The TF85 tape drive holds one removable magnetic tape cartridge. The
drive can read data written on either a CompacTape III, CompacTape II, or
CompacTape cartridge; but cannot write to a CompacTape II or CompacTape
cartridge. You must use a CompacTape III cartridge to make copies or
backups of software or data. You can identify the type of cartridge by the
label on the cartridge. Table 3–2 shows cartridge compatibility with the
TF85 tape drive.
NOTE: The TF85 can read cartridges recorded by TK-series tape drives.
Table 3–2: Read/Write Cartridge Compatibility with the TF85 Tape
Drive
CompacTape
Read
TF85 Tape Drive Controls and Indicators
The tape drive has two primary controls: the cartridge insert/release handle
(subsequently referred to as the ''handle'') and the Unload button. You use
the handle to insert or remove cartridges and lock them into position. Pull
the handle open to insert or remove a tape cartridge. Push the handle
closed to lock a tape cartridge into position and load the tape.
You use the Unload button to rewind and unload the tape. Rewinding and
unloading can also be controlled by software. Refer to your system software
manuals for appropriate commands.
A bus node ID plug on the drive's front panel identifies the bus node number
of the device to the system as well as the unit number by default.
NOTE: Refer to Appendix B for information on setting or examining
parameters for DSSI devices.
The drive also has four indicator lights that show the status of the drive.
3–6 VAX 4000 Model 300 Operation
CompacTape II
Read
CompacTape III
Read/Write