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  • Page 2 DLT-S4 Product Manual, 81-81278-01 A01, July 2006, Made in USA. Quantum Corporation provides this publication “as is” without warranty of any kind, either express or implied, including but not limited to the implied warranties of merchantability or fitness for a particular purpose.

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Host Interface... 11 Physical Characteristics... 12 Chapter 2 Before You Begin Warranty Note ... 14 Safety Precautions ... 14 Tape Drive Handling and Storage Guidelines... 15 Electrostatic Discharge Protection ... 16 Pre-Installation Guidelines ... 17 DLT-S4 Product Manual Contents xiii...
  • Page 4 Cartridges Choosing Compatible Cartridges ... 19 Using Unsupported Cartridges... 21 Backward-read Compatibility Transfer Rate ... 22 Cartridge Handling and Storage Guidelines... 23 Inspecting a Cartridge ... 25 Write-protecting a Cartridge ... 29 Loading a Cartridge ... 32 Unloading a Cartridge... 33 DLTSage WORM ...
  • Page 5 Chapter 7 Fibre Channel Interface Rear Panel Connectors... 56 Fibre Channel Cable Connector ... 56 Fibre Channel Tape Drive Features ... 57 Practical Considerations... 58 Hot-Swappable Cables ... 58 Power Usage ... 58 Power Cycle (Tape Drive On) ... 58 Failure to Obtain a Loop Address ...
  • Page 6 Chapter 10 Installing an Internal Fibre Channel Tape Drive Equipment Required... 81 Installation Steps ... 81 Rear Panel Connectors... 82 Unpacking the Tape Drive ... 83 Securing the Tape Drive in the System ... 83 Connecting the Cables ... 86 Confirming the Installation...
  • Page 7 Chapter 13 Using the Tape Drive Front Panel Controls and LEDs... 111 Left LED... 111 Front Panel Controls ... 112 Power-On Self-Test ... 113 Performing a Trial Backup ... 115 Firmware Update via the Host Interface ... 116 Updating Firmware Using the Host Interface ... 116 Creating a CUP/FUP Cartridge From Which to Update Firmware...
  • Page 8 Appendix B Environmental Compliance WEEE and RoHS Compliance ... 137 Disposal of Electrical and Electronic Equipment ... 138 Appendix C Regulatory Statements Glossary Index DLT-S4 Product Manual viii...
  • Page 9 Figure 1 Figure 2 Figure 3 Figure 4 Figure 5 Figure 6 Figure 7 Figure 8 Figure 9 Figure 10 Figure 11 Figure 12 Figure 13 Figure 14 Figure 15 Figure 16 Figure 17 DLT-S4 Product Manual Internal Tape Drive... 3 Tabletop Tape Drive...
  • Page 10 Figure 18 Figure 19 Figure 20 Figure 21 Figure 22 Figure 23 Figure 24 Figure 25 Figure 26 Figure 27 Figure 28 Figure 29 Figure 30 Figure 31 Figure 32 Figure 33 Figure 34 Figure 35 Figure 36 Figure 37 Figure 38 Figure 39 Figure 40...
  • Page 11 Table 1 Table 2 Table 3 Table 4 Table 5 Table 21 Table 22 Table 23 Table 24 Table 25 Table 26 Table 27 Table 28 Table 29 Table 30 Table 31 Table 32 DLT-S4 Product Manual Maximum Transfer Rate ... 5 Tape Drive Technology...
  • Page 12 Table 33 Table 34 Table 35 Table 36 Table 37 Table 1 DLT-S4 Product Manual Fibre Channel Topology Configuration ... 61 SCSI ID Address Selections ... 70 Interpreting Front Panel LEDs... 112 LED Lighting Pattern During POST ... 114 POST and SCSI Troubleshooting Guidelines ... 125 DLTSage Features ...
  • Page 13 DLT-S4 Product Manual This document serves as an easy-to-use information source and product catalog to familiarize Quantum customers and systems professionals with the DLT-S4 tape drive system. The DLT-S4 tape drive is an extension of the Quantum Digital Linear Tape (DLT The primary audience for this document consists of end users installing and using the tape drive.
  • Page 14 Document Organization DLT-S4 Product Manual This document is organized as follows: • Chapter 1, Product Overview, provides an overview of the DLT-S4 tape drive system, including features, tape drive technology, components, interface types, and functional specifications. • Chapter 3, Cartridges, provides information on recognizing, handling, inspecting, write-protecting, loading, unloading, and creating secure write-once read-many (WORM) cartridges.
  • Page 15 Notational Conventions DLT-S4 Product Manual • Chapter 15, Preparing the Tape Drive for information on how the special soft-load mechanism “parks” and “unparks” the tape drive for safe shipping and moving. • Appendix B, Environmental how the DLT-S4 tape drive complies with environmental standards, and information on how to safely dispose of electric and electronic equipment.
  • Page 16 Related Documents DLT-S4 Product Manual The following documents are related to the DLT-S4 tape drive: Document No. Document Title 81-81281-xx DLT-S4 Interface Reference Guide 81-81279-xx DLT-S4 Product Specification 81-81283-xx DLT-S4 Quick Start Guide 81-81639-xx DLTSage Dashboard and DLTSage Tape Security Quick Start Guide 6464162-xx DLT Tape Drive Library...
  • Page 17 15 Inverness Way, East Englewood, CO 80112 (800) 854-7179 or (303) 397-2740 Quantum company contacts are listed below. Quantum Corporate Headquarters To order documentation on this or other Quantum products, contact: Quantum Corporation 141 Innovation Drive Irvine, CA 92617 (949) 856-7800...
  • Page 18 To comment on existing documentation send e-mail to: doc-comments@quantum.com Quantum Home Page Visit the Quantum home page at: http://www.quantum.com Customer Support The Quantum Customer Support Department provides a 24-hour help desk that can be reached at: North/South America: Asia/Pacific Rim: APAC Headquarters: Specific countries:...

  • Page 19: Chapter 1 Product Overview

    DLT-S4 Product Manual This chapter describes the features of the DLT-S4 tape drive system and covers the following topics: • Storage Capacity and Transfer Rates • Tape Drive Models • Tape Drive Features • Maximum Data Transfer Rate • Functional Specifications •...

  • Page 20: Storage Capacity And Transfer Rates

    Storage Capacity and Transfer Rates Tape Drive Models DLT-S4 Product Manual The DLT-S4 tape drive system provides: Mode Storage Capacity Native 800 Gigabytes (GB) Compressed 1.6 Terabytes (TB) a. 2:1 compression ratio. The tape drive system is available in three models: an internal unit for...

  • Page 21: Figure 1 Internal Tape Drive

    Chapter 1 Product Overview Tape Drive Models Figure 1 Internal Tape Drive Figure 2 Tabletop Tape Drive DLT-S4 Product Manual...

  • Page 22: Tape Drive Features

    Tape Drive Features DLT-S4 Product Manual The DLT-S4 tape drive system provides the following product features: Feature Description Media A streaming tape drive that uses half-inch wide DLTtape S4 media Form Factor A standard 5.25-inch full-height form factor to simplify integration into system and tape library solutions Format Tape Drive...

  • Page 23: Maximum Data Transfer Rate

    Maximum Data Transfer Rate Table 1 Maximum Transfer Rate Configuration Ultra320 SCSI Fibre Channel SAS-1.1 Cable lengths and cable type may limit attainable transfer rates. Note: a. The interface limits burst rates, not the design of the tape drive or the media. DLT-S4 Product Manual Table 1 shows the maximum and burst data transfer rates for the DLT-S4...

  • Page 24: Functional Specifications

    Functional Specifications DLT-S4 Product Manual This section provides performance data for the DLT-S4 tape drive. Feature Tape drive read/write transfer rate Tracks Track density Linear bit density Read/Write media speed Rewind media speed Linear search media speed Average rewind time Maximum rewind time Average access time (from BOT)

  • Page 25: Tape Drive Technology

    Table 2 Tape Drive Technology Technology Description Laser Guided The DLT-S4 tape drive system is based on Quantum’s Laser Guided Magnetic Magnetic Recording Recording (LGMR) technology. LGMR provides a unique combination of the best optical and magnetic technologies, which results in dramatically higher capacities by substantially increasing the number of recording tracks on the data-bearing surface of the media.

  • Page 26: Tape Drive Components

    Tape Drive Components Table 3 Tape Drive Components Components Description Base mechanical The base mechanical assembly houses the tape control mechanical, actuator, assembly reel motor, load mechanism, eject button, and front-panel indicators. It positions the actuator servo head over the correct tape track. It implements the functions required to buckle and unbuckle the media and control the media motion.
  • Page 27 This provides the Advanced Partial Response Maximum Likelihood (PRML) feature of the Quantum DLT-S technology. There are three board assemblies: • Pre-amplifier Board (PAB) — The PAB contains the preamplfier for the read heads, and the write driver for the write heads.

  • Page 28: Figure 3 Tape Drive Integrated Components

    Figure 3 Tape Drive Integrated Components Front panel assembly (bezel) Cartridge DLT-S4 Product Manual Tape Drive Components Base mechanical assembly Board assemblies...

  • Page 29: Interface Types

    Interface Types Host Interface Table 4 Interface Speed and Options DLT-S4 Product Manual This section contains the following information for the DLT-S4 tape drive: • Host Interface • Physical Characteristics The interface supported by an DLT-S4 tape drive is dependent on the kind of Drive Control Board (DCB) PWA installed.

  • Page 30: Physical Characteristics

    Physical Characteristics Table 5 Tape Drive Interface Physical Characteristics DLT-S4 Product Manual Table 5 lists the physical characteristics for each interface of the tape drive. These interfaces are available from the rear panel (per type, per port). Interface Versions Physical Characteristics Parallel SCSI Ultra320 SCSI ID/TERMPWR connector style: 6-pin...

  • Page 31: Chapter 2 Before You Begin

    • Safety Precautions • Tape Drive Handling and Storage Guidelines • Electrostatic Discharge Protection • Pre-Installation Guidelines installing the tape drive in a system...

  • Page 32: Before You Begin Warranty Note

    Warranty Note Safety Precautions DLT-S4 Product Manual See the tape drive warranty before installing the tape drive; the tape drive’s warranty could be voided if the installation guidelines and restrictions are not closely followed. Generally, the Limited Product and Limited Repair Warranties are contingent upon proper use in the application for which the product is intended, and do not cover the product if you perform any of the following actions:...

  • Page 33: Tape Drive Handling And Storage Guidelines

    Tape Drive Handling and Storage Guidelines DLT-S4 Product Manual • The DLT-S4 tape drive uses a Class I laser product. This laser product complies with 29 CFR 1200 and 29 CFR 1910 as applicable on the date of manufacture. If you open the tape drive chassis, you may become...

  • Page 34: Electrostatic Discharge Protection

    Figure 4 Receiver Area Electrostatic Discharge Protection DLT-S4 Product Manual • Do not expose the tape drive to dusty, humid, or smoke-filled areas, or to excessive heat or cold (see required temperature and humidity conditions). • Do not place foreign objects inside the tape drive’s receiver area (see figure Receiver area Several electrical components of the DLT-S4 tape drive system are...

  • Page 35: Pre-Installation Guidelines

    Save the shipping box and packing materials in case you need to move or ship the tape drive at a later date. When returning a unit to Quantum for repair, you Caution: must use the original or equivalent packing materials or risk voiding your warranty.
  • Page 36 12 for a list of the possible interfaces that are available and the various options with each). Confirm that your back-up software and operating system are compatible with the tape drive. for the most up-to-date compatibility www.quantum.com information. Pre-Installation Guidelines Serial Number (usually begins with QP, QX,...

  • Page 37: Chapter 3 Cartridges

    This chapter covers the following topics: • Choosing Compatible Cartridges • Using Unsupported Cartridges • Backward-read Compatibility Transfer Rate • Cartridge Handling and Storage Guidelines • Inspecting a Cartridge • Write-protecting a Cartridge • Loading a Cartridge • Unloading a Cartridge •...

  • Page 38: Figure 5 Compatible Tape Cartridges

    Figure 5 Compatible Tape Cartridges DLT-S4 Product Manual The DLT-S4 tape drive can read from, but not write to: • Super DLTtape II cartridges formatted in the SDLT 600 tape drive • Super DLTtape I cartridges formatted in the SDLT 320 tape drive The DLTtape S4 cartridge is black and has a distinctive pattern molded into the plastic, along with the DLTtape logo.

  • Page 39: Using Unsupported Cartridges

    Choosing Compatible Cartridges Quantum DLT drives are tested with a variety of unsupported cartridges and are designed to ensure that no damage occurs to either the tape drive or the cartridge if a user attempts to use an unsupported cartridge.

  • Page 40: Backward-Read Compatibility Transfer Rate

    Backward-read Compatibility Transfer Rate Table 21 Backward-read Compatibility Transfer Rates Format Cartridge Type SDLT 600 Super DLTtape II SDLT 320 Super DLTtape I a. Tape drives older than the DLT-S4 will eject a data cartridge written with DLT-S4 format. b. Transfer rates shown are the minimum when reading uncompressed data. DLT-S4 Product Manual The DLT-S4 tape drive includes a backward-read compatibility feature that enables it to read Super DLTtape I and Super DLTtape II cartridges...

  • Page 41: Cartridge Handling And Storage Guidelines

    Cartridge Handling and Storage Guidelines DLT-S4 Product Manual DLTtape S4 cartridges are engineered to be reliable, robust, and durable. They are manufactured to withstand 1,000,000 head passes and have a shelf life of 30 years. By following these guidelines, you will greatly reduce the chance that you will experience problems with the cartridges or cause damage to the tape drive system.
  • Page 42 Operating Storage (with data) Humidity Operating Storage (with data) Cartridge Handling and Storage Guidelines figure 6). Never apply adhesive labels 10 °C to 40 °C (50 °F to 104 °F) 18 °C to 28°C (64 °F to 82 °F) 20% to 80% non-condensing...

  • Page 43: Inspecting A Cartridge

    Figure 6 Data Cartridge Care Inspecting a Cartridge DLT-S4 Product Manual If storage or transportation of a cartridge has exposed it to Note: temperature or humidity conditions outside the specifications shown in the preceding table, allow the cartridge to acclimate to the proper operating environment for 24 hours before using it.

  • Page 44: Figure 7 Cartridge Bottom View

    Figure 7 Cartridge Bottom View DLT-S4 Product Manual • When the tape drive becomes inoperable after loading a cartridge • When you receive a shipment of cartridges that show any sign of shipping damage Follow these steps to inspect a tape cartridge: Gently shake the cartridge and listen for loose pieces.

  • Page 45: Figure 8 Cartridge Reel Locks

    Figure 8 Cartridge Reel Locks DLT-S4 Product Manual Check that both reel lock tabs (the small plastic tabs inside the reel lock) are partially visible (see One reel lock is located on the end of the cartridge that is inserted into the tape drive.

  • Page 46: Figure 9 Opening The Media Access Door

    Figure 9 Opening the Media Access Door Figure 10 Inspecting Inside the Media Access Door DLT-S4 Product Manual Compare what you see inside the media access door to Look for damage to the cartridge buckling clips, including: • Bent or “toed-in” appearance on one or both clips •...

  • Page 47: Write-Protecting A Cartridge

    Write-protecting a Cartridge DLT-S4 Product Manual Examine the visible media leader (without touching it) for excessive debris, oily or sticky residue, condensed droplets of moisture, or any other signs of contamination. Finally, check for proper operation of the cartridge’s write-protect tab (see figure 11).

  • Page 48: Figure 11 Cartridge Write-Protect Tab

    Figure 11 Cartridge Write- protect Tab DLT-S4 Product Manual Orange indicator rectangle Write- protect tab • To enable write protection that the bright orange rectangle is visible. This is the visual reminder that you cannot write data to the media. You can read existing data;...

  • Page 49: Table 22 Write-Protect Tab Positions

    Table 22 Write-protect Tab Positions DLT-S4 Product Manual Write-protect Orange Write- Tab Position protect Indicator Before Loading the Cartridge Enabled Visible (Slide tab to left) Disabled Not Visible (Slide tab to right) After Loading the Cartridge and During Operation If you move the Visible write-protect tab from its right...

  • Page 50: Loading A Cartridge

    Loading a Cartridge DLT-S4 Product Manual Follow these steps to load a cartridge (see Insert the cartridge into the receiver on the front of the tape drive. Push the front center of the cartridge into the tape drive until the soft- load mechanism engages and mounts the tape.

  • Page 51: Unloading A Cartridge

    Figure 12 Loading a Cartridge Unloading a Cartridge DLT-S4 Product Manual Left LED Follow these steps to unload a cartridge (see Never turn off the tape drive or the host while the tape Caution: drive contains a cartridge. Failure to remove a cartridge prior to power-off may result in cartridge or tape drive damage.

  • Page 52: Dltsage Worm

    DLTSage WORM DLTSage WORM Features Feature Description Security The tape drive’s firmware places an electronic signature key on each cartridge to ensure that data written to the media cannot be rewritten, reformatted, or erased. • The key is a unique identifier that cannot be altered. •...

  • Page 53: Formatting A Cartridge As Dltsage Worm

    ISV compliant storage management software. • The cartridge used for DLTSage WORM is a standard DLTtape S4 cartridge. Use the special yellow labels provided by Quantum to identify the WORM cartridges. Duplication The data stored on the DLTtape S4 cartridge can be downloaded to another storage media through any ISV-compliant storage management software.

  • Page 54: Figure 13 Dltsage Worm Button

    Figure 13 DLTSage WORM Button DLT-S4 Product Manual DLTSage WORM Wizard Click to continue. Format The cartridge is formatted as a DLTSage WORM cartridge. Further information and instructions are available in the xTalk Management Console for Windows User’s Guide found in the xTalk Management Console.

  • Page 55: Chapter 4 Specifications

    DLT-S4 Product Manual This chapter provides the following specifications for the DLT-S4 tape drive: • Physical Specifications • Dimensions and Weights • Electromagnetic Field Specifications • Acoustic Noise Emissions The specifications noted are applicable to the drive itself and not as it is integrated into an automation system.

  • Page 56: Specifications Physical Specifications

    Electrical Rating (numbers describe the SCSI model) Tabletop Internal DLT-S4 Product Manual Table 23 lists error types and environmental operating and storage limits for the DLT-S4 tape drive. Frequency < 1 error in 10 bits read < 1 error in 10 bits read 10 °C to 40 °C (50 °F to 104 °F)

  • Page 57: Dimensions And Weights

    Dimensions and Weights Table 24 Tape Drive Physical Dimensions Dimension Height (without the front bezel) (including the front bezel) Width (without the front bezel) (including the front bezel) Depth (from the rear of the front bezel) (including the front bezel) The mounting hole pattern for the bottom and sides of the system is industry standard.

  • Page 58: Electromagnetic Field Specifications

    Table 26 EMI Regulations and Certifications DLT-S4 Product Manual Quantum tape drives are electrical devices; as such, this equipment generates, uses, and may emit radio frequency energy. The tape drives may emit energy in other frequencies, as well, as discussed in the following sections.

  • Page 59: Electromagnetic Interference And Immunity

    Electromagnetic Interference and Immunity Table 27 Electromagnetic Interference and Immunity Test Summary Test Name EN55022: 2003 Radiated and Conducted Emissions Radiated Electromagnetic Emissions Conducted Electromagnetic Emissions Current Harmonics and Flicker Emissions Tests AC Power Supply Harmonic Emissions AC Power Supply Voltage Flicker EN55024: 1998 Immunity Tests Electrostatic Discharge Immunity Radiated Electromagnetic Immunity...

  • Page 60: Acoustic Noise Emissions

    Acoustic Noise Emissions Table 28 Acoustic Noise Emissions DLT-S4 Product Manual This section lists acoustic noise emission levels, both as noise power and sound pressure. The table provides the preliminary declared values per ISO 9296 and ISO 7779/EN27779. The values shown in maximum values based on 3 sigma limits from a distribution of tape drives.

  • Page 61: Chapter 5 Common Interface Information

    DLT-S4 Product Manual Common Interface This chapter provides interface specifications that apply to all variations of the DLT-S4 tape drive, which include the following topics: • SCSI Command Timeout initiator waits for a response before it times out for each SCSI command •...

  • Page 62: Scsi Command Timeout

    SCSI Command Timeout Table 29 SCSI Command Timeout Values DLT-S4 Product Manual This section lists the length of time the SCSI command initiator waits for a response before it times out. Command ERASE INQUIRY LOAD UNLOAD LOCATE LOG SELECT LOG SENSE MODE SELECT MODE SENSE PERSISTENT RESERVE IN...
  • Page 63 DLT-S4 Product Manual Command REPORT DENSITY SUPPORT REPORT DEVICE IDENTIFIER REPORT LUNS REPORT SUPPORTED OPERATION CODES REQUEST SENSE RESERVE (10) RESERVE UNIT REWIND SEND DIAGNOSTIC SET DEVICE IDENTIFIER SPACE TEST UNIT READY VERIFY WRITE WRITE ATTRIBUTE WRITE BUFFER (UPDATE FIRMWARE) WRITE FILEMARKS For more information on SCSI commands, see the DLT-S4 Note:...

  • Page 64: Rear Panel Connectors

    Rear Panel Connectors Power Connector Pin Assignments Loader/Library Interface Connector DLT-S4 Product Manual This section describes how to use the rear panel connectors that are common to all models of the tape drive. For the locations of these connectors, see the following illustrations: •...

  • Page 65: Figure 14 Adi/Loader Port Interface Schematic

    Figure 14 ADI/Loader Port Interface Schematic DLT-S4 Product Manual The loader connector part number is Molex, 89401-1010; it is a single row, 10x2 mm configuration. See figure 14 the connector and for connector pin assignments. For more information, see the DLT Tape Drive Library Interface Specification (6464162-xx).

  • Page 66: Chapter 6 Parallel Scsi Interface

    DLT-S4 Product Manual Parallel SCSI Interface This chapter provides SCSI interface specifications associated with the DLT-S4 tape drive, which includes the following topics: • Rear Panel Connectors • SCSI Cable Connectors • SCSI Tape Drive Features • SCSI Stub and Cable Lengths •...

  • Page 67: Rear Panel Connectors

    Rear Panel Connectors Figure 15 SCSI Connectors and Jumpers (Rear View) SCSI connector (68 pin) SCSI Cable Connectors DLT-S4 Product Manual Figure 15 shows the location of the connectors on the rear panel of the DLT-S4 SCSI configured internal tape drive. (See for an illustration of the SCSI connectors on the tabletop model.) SCSI ID jumper Loader/library...

  • Page 68: Scsi Tape Drive Features

    The DLT-S4 tape drive conforms to the Ultra320 SCSI standard and allows for a maximum burst rate of 320 MB per second. Quantum recommends one DLT-S4 tape drive per bus, with a maximum of two DLT-S4 tape drives per bus.

  • Page 69: Scsi Connectors And Pin Assignments

    SCSI Connectors and Pin Assignments Table 30 MSE Mode SCSI Connector Pin Assignments DLT-S4 Product Manual This section shows the connector pin assignments for: • MSE Mode SCSI connector (see • MSE LVD Mode SCSI connector (see Signal Name Pin Number Ground Ground Ground...
  • Page 70 DLT-S4 Product Manual Signal Name Pin Number TERMPWR Reserved Ground Ground Ground Ground Ground Ground Ground Ground Ground Ground Ground Ground Ground Ground Ground The minus sign (-) next to a signal indicates active low. Note: SCSI Connectors and Pin Assignments Pin Number Signal Name TERMPWR...

  • Page 71: Table 31 Mse Lvd Mode Scsi Connector Pin Assignments

    Table 31 MSE LVD Mode SCSI Connector Pin Assignments DLT-S4 Product Manual Signal Name Pin Number +DB(12) +DB(13) +DB(14) +DB(15) +DB(P1) +DB(0) +DB(1) +DB(2) +DB(3) +DB(4) +DB(5) +DB(6) +DB(7) +DB(P) Ground DIFFSENS TERMPWR TERMPWR Reserved Ground +ATN Ground +BSY The minus sign (-) next to a signal indicates active low. Note: SCSI Connectors and Pin Assignments Pin Number...
  • Page 72 DLT-S4 Product Manual Signal Name Pin Number +ACK +RST +MSG +SEL +C/D +REQ +I/O +DB(8) +DB(9) +DB(10) +DB(11) The minus sign (-) next to a signal indicates active low. Note: SCSI Connectors and Pin Assignments Pin Number Signal Name -ACK -RST -MSG -SEL...

  • Page 73: Chapter 7 Fibre Channel Interface

    DLT-S4 Product Manual Fibre Channel Interface This chapter provides Fibre Channel interface specifications associated with the DLT-S4 tape drive, which include the following topics: • Rear Panel Connectors • Fibre Channel Cable Connector • Fibre Channel Tape Drive Features • Practical Considerations •...

  • Page 74: Fibre Channel Interface Rear Panel Connectors

    Rear Panel Connectors Figure 17 Fibre Channel Connectors and Jumper Block (Rear View) Fibre Channel port Fibre Channel Cable Connector DLT-S4 Product Manual Figure 17 shows the location of the connectors on the rear panel of the DLT-S4 Fibre Channel configured internal tape drive. Fibre Channel Jumper Block Fibre Channel models of the DLT-S4 tape drive (internal model only) have one Fibre Channel port.

  • Page 75: Fibre Channel Tape Drive Features

    Figure 18 Fibre Channel Cable Connector Fibre Channel Tape Drive Features DLT-S4 Product Manual The DLT-S4 Fibre Channel tape drive supports the following features: • Automatic speed negotiation, with transfer rates of: • 1 Gb per second • 2 Gb per second •...

  • Page 76: Practical Considerations

    Practical Considerations Hot-Swappable Cables Power Usage Power Cycle (Tape Drive Failure to Obtain a Loop Address DLT-S4 Product Manual This section describes considerations specific to the DLT-S4 Fibre Channel tape drive. Fibre Channel cables are “hot swappable,” which means that you may connect and disconnect them with unit power turned on.

  • Page 77: Fibre Channel Speed And Topology

    Fibre Channel Speed and Topology Figure 19 Fibre Channel Speed and Topology Jumper Block DLT-S4 Product Manual Although Fibre Channel DLT-S4 tape drives will auto-negotiate the speed and topology, you may override the automatic selections by placing jumpers on the Fibre Channel jumper block at the rear of the tape drive. If you decide it is necessary to change the tape drive’s speed or topology, use your fingers to move the jumpers to the pattern corresponding to the speed or topology you want.

  • Page 78: Table 32 Fibre Channel Speed Configuration

    Table 32 Fibre Channel Speed Configuration To Select This Put Jumper on Speed These Pins 1 Gb per second 7 and 8 2 Gb per second 5 and 6 4 Gb per second 3 and 4 Auto-negotiate No jumpers 5 and 6 3 and 4 Pins 1 and 2 are spare pins that are not used;...

  • Page 79: World-Wide Names

    Table 33 Fibre Channel Topology Configuration To Select This Put Jumper on Topology These Pins Arbitrated Loop 11 and 12 Point-to-Point 9 and 10 Auto-negotiate No jumpers 11 and 12 9 and 10 Pins 1 and 2 are spare pins that are not used; there is no effect if they are jumpered or not Note: jumpered.

  • Page 80: Chapter 8 Serial Attached Scsi (Sas) Interface

    DLT-S4 Product Manual Serial Attached SCSI (SAS) This chapter provides SAS interface specifications associated with the DLT-S4 tape drive, which include the following topics: • Rear Panel Connectors • SAS Cable Connector • SAS Tape Drive Features • Practical Considerations •...

  • Page 81: Rear Panel Connectors

    Rear Panel Connectors Figure 20 SAS Connectors and Jumper Block (Rear View) SAS port DLT-S4 Product Manual Figure 20 shows the location of the connectors on the rear panel of the DLT-S4 SAS configured internal tape drive. Unused jumper Loader/library interface block connector (10 pin) Rear Panel Connectors...

  • Page 82: Sas Cable Connector

    SAS models of the DLT-S4 tape drive (internal model only) have one SAS port. The SAS cable connector looks like the one shown in The DLT S4 SAS tape drive supports the following features: • Automatic speed negotiation, with speeds of: •...

  • Page 83: Sas Tape Drive Speed

    SAS Tape Drive Speed World-wide Names DLT-S4 Product Manual DLT S4 SAS tape drives use slightly more power than SCSI-configured tape drives. See the DLT-S4 Product Specification (81-81279-xx) for additional information. SAS DLT-S4 tape drives auto-negotiate the speed. The tape drive attempts to synchronize: •...

  • Page 84: Chapter 9 Installing An Internal Scsi Tape Drive

    DLT-S4 Product Manual Installing an Internal This chapter describes how to configure and install the DLT-S4 internal SCSI tape drive. This chapter includes the following information: • Equipment Required • Installation Steps • Rear Panel Connectors • Unpacking the Tape Drive •...

  • Page 85: Installing An Internal Scsi Tape Drive Equipment Required

    Equipment Required Installation Steps DLT-S4 Product Manual You need the following items to install the tape drive in a system: • Four (4) M3 x 8 mm long screws • Screwdriver • Jumpers (supplied) • Internal Ultra320 SCSI cable, SPI-4 (or SPI-5) compatible •...

  • Page 86: Rear Panel Connectors

    Rear Panel Connectors Figure 22 SCSI Connectors and Jumpers (Rear View) SCSI connector (68 pin) DLT-S4 Product Manual Figure 22 shows the location of the connectors on the rear panel of the DLT-S4 SCSI configured internal tape drive. SCSI ID jumper Loader/library block (includes interface connector...

  • Page 87: Unpacking The Tape Drive

    Save the packing materials in case you need to move or Caution: ship the tape drive in the future. When returning a unit to Quantum for repair, you must use the original or equivalent packing materials or risk voiding your warranty.

  • Page 88: Figure 23 Detail Of The Empty Scsi Id Connector

    Figure 23 Detail of the Empty SCSI ID Connector Table 34 SCSI ID Address Selections DLT-S4 Product Manual For specific recommendations for assigning SCSI IDs, refer to Note: the system or SCSI controller documentation. You can set the SCSI ID from 0 to 15. To change the SCSI ID, use your fingers to place the supplied jumpers on the 12-pin SCSI ID jumper block as follows: •...

  • Page 89: Securing The Tape Drive In The System

    Securing the Tape Drive in the System DLT-S4 Product Manual The computer system and the tape drive SCSI IDs are only Note: checked when you turn both the computer system and the tape drive off and then on again. To change the SCSI ID after installation, turn off the system, change the tape drive’s SCSI ID, and then turn on the system.

  • Page 90: Figure 24 Tape Drive Mounting Holes - Right Side View

    Chapter 9 Installing an Internal SCSI Tape Drive Securing the Tape Drive in the System Figure 24 Tape Drive Mounting Holes — Right Side View Mounting holes DLT-S4 Product Manual...

  • Page 91: Figure 25 Tape Drive Mounting Holes - Bottom View

    Figure 25 Tape Drive Mounting Holes — Bottom View DLT-S4 Product Manual Securing the Tape Drive in the System Mounting holes...

  • Page 92: Connecting The Cables And Terminating The Scsi Bus

    Connecting the Cables and Terminating the SCSI Bus DLT-S4 Product Manual Connecting the Cables and Terminating the SCSI Bus You can connect the DLT-S4 tape drive to the host computer as a single device, or as one of two total devices connected via a SCSI cable with multiple SCSI connectors in a “chain”...

  • Page 93: Figure 26 Scsi Cable With Built-In Terminator

    Figure 26 SCSI Cable with Built-in Terminator Figure 27 SCSI Interface – Terminator Installation DLT-S4 Product Manual Connecting the Cables and Terminating the SCSI Bus If the SCSI cable you are using has a built-in terminator, you do not need to add another terminator (see a cable).

  • Page 94: Figure 28 Scsi And Power Cable Locations

    Figure 28 SCSI and Power Cable Locations DLT-S4 Product Manual Connecting the Cables and Terminating the SCSI Bus Connect one of the SCSI connectors on the SCSI cable to the SCSI connector on the rear panel of the tape drive (see connectors are keyed, preventing improper connection.

  • Page 95: Setting Termpwr

    Setting TERMPWR Figure 29 Enabling TERMPWR DLT-S4 Product Manual At least one device on the bus must supply terminator power (TERMPWR). • To enable TERMPWR — Install a jumper across pins 11 and 12 on the SCSI jumper block (see figure •...

  • Page 96: Confirming The Installation

    Operating system • SCSI controller information If the first screen displays host adapter and SCSI ID information indicating the drive is a Quantum product, then the installation was successful. If the installation was NOT successful, see Troubleshooting on page 124.

  • Page 97: Using The Loader/Library Interface Connector

    Using the Loader/Library Interface Connector DLT-S4 Product Manual Connect all additional tape drives and peripheral devices to the host computer’s SCSI cable. Ensure that a terminator is installed on the very last SCSI connector on the SCSI cable. Regardless of which device terminates the SCSI bus, that Note: device must have power applied and be powered on for proper termination to occur.

  • Page 98: Chapter 10 Installing An Internal Fibre Channel Tape Drive

    DLT-S4 Product Manual Installing an Internal Fibre Channel Tape Drive This chapter describes how to configure and install the DLT-S4 internal Fibre Channel tape drive. This chapter includes the following information: • Equipment Required • Installation Steps • Rear Panel Connectors •...

  • Page 99: Installing An Internal Fibre Channel Tape Drive Equipment Required

    Equipment Required Installation Steps DLT-S4 Product Manual You need the following items to install the tape drive in a system: • Four (4) M3 x 8 mm long screws • Screwdriver • Fiber optic cable To install the tape drive, perform the following tasks in this order. Each task is described in detail on the pages listed below.

  • Page 100: Rear Panel Connectors

    Rear Panel Connectors Figure 30 Fibre Channel Connectors and Jumper Block (Rear View) Fibre Channel port DLT-S4 Product Manual Figure 30 shows the location of the connectors on the rear panel of the DLT-S4 Fibre Channel internal tape drive. Fibre Channel Jumper Block Rear Panel Connectors Loader/library interface connector (10-pin)

  • Page 101: Unpacking The Tape Drive

    Save the packing materials in case you need to move or Caution: ship the tape drive in the future. When returning a unit to Quantum for repair, you must use the original or equivalent packing materials or risk voiding your warranty.

  • Page 102: Figure 31 Tape Drive Mounting Holes - Right Side View

    Figure 31 Tape Drive Mounting Holes — Right Side View DLT-S4 Product Manual Mount the tape drive in the system by performing the following steps: Ensure that the host computer and all peripheral devices are turned off. Position the tape drive in the system and align the tape drive mounting holes (side or bottom) with those in the system (see figure 31 figure...

  • Page 103: Figure 32 Tape Drive Mounting Holes - Bottom View

    Figure 32 Tape Drive Mounting Holes — Bottom View DLT-S4 Product Manual Securing the Tape Drive in the System Mounting holes...

  • Page 104: Connecting The Cables

    Connecting the Cables DLT-S4 Product Manual Connect the Fibre Channel and power cables as follows: Ensure that both the tape drive and computer are turned off. Insert the fiber optic cable into the Fibre Channel port on the rear of the tape drive (see figure The connector is fully seated when it snaps into the port.

  • Page 105: Confirming The Installation

    Operating system • SCSI controller information If the first screen displays host adapter and SCSI ID information indicating the drive is a Quantum product, then the installation was successful. If the installation was NOT successful, see Troubleshooting on page 124.

  • Page 106: Adding Additional Devices

    Adding Additional Devices Using the Loader/Library Interface Connector DLT-S4 Product Manual Once you have successfully confirmed the installation of your tape drive, you may add additional devices. For each additional device: Ensure that both the tape drive and computer are turned off. Insert the fiber optic cable into the Fibre Channel port on the device (for tape drives see figure...

  • Page 107: Chapter 11 Installing An Internal Sas Tape Drive

    DLT-S4 Product Manual Installing an Internal SAS This chapter describes how to configure and install the DLT-S4 internal SCSI tape drive. This chapter includes the following information: • Equipment Required • Installation Steps • Rear Panel Connectors • Unpacking the Tape Drive •...

  • Page 108: Installing An Internal Sas Tape Drive Equipment Required

    Equipment Required Installation Steps DLT-S4 Product Manual You need the following items to install the tape drive in a system: • Four (4) M3 x 8 mm long screws • Screwdriver • SAS cable To install the tape drive, perform the following tasks in this order. Each task is described in detail on the pages listed below.

  • Page 109: Rear Panel Connectors

    Rear Panel Connectors Figure 34 SAS Connectors and Jumpers (Rear View) DLT-S4 Product Manual Figure 34 shows the location of the connectors on the rear panel of the SAS configured internal tape drive. Unused Loader/library interface connector jumper block connector (10 pin) Rear Panel Connectors Power connector...

  • Page 110: Unpacking The Tape Drive

    Save the packing materials in case you need to move or Caution: ship the tape drive in the future. When returning a unit to Quantum for repair, you must use the original or equivalent packing materials or risk voiding your warranty.

  • Page 111: Figure 35 Tape Drive Mounting Holes - Right Side View

    Figure 35 Tape Drive Mounting Holes — Right Side View DLT-S4 Product Manual Ensure that the host computer and all peripheral devices are turned off. Position the tape drive in the system and align the tape drive mounting holes (side or bottom) with those in the system (see figure 35 figure 36).

  • Page 112: Figure 36 Tape Drive Mounting Holes - Bottom View

    Figure 36 Tape Drive Mounting Holes — Bottom View DLT-S4 Product Manual Securing the Tape Drive in the System Mounting holes...

  • Page 113: Connecting The Cables

    Connecting the Cables DLT-S4 Product Manual Connect the SAS and power cables as follows: Ensure that both the tape drive and computer are turned off. Insert the SAS cable into the SAS port on the rear of the tape drive (see figure 34).

  • Page 114: Confirming The Installation

    Operating system • SCSI controller information If the first screen displays host adapter and SCSI ID information indicating the drive is a Quantum product, then the installation was successful. If the installation was NOT successful, see Troubleshooting on page 124.

  • Page 115: Adding Additional Devices

    Adding Additional Devices Using the Loader/Library Interface Connector DLT-S4 Product Manual Once you have successfully confirmed the installation of your tape drive, you may add additional devices. For each additional device: Ensure that both the tape drive and host computer are turned off. Insert the SAS cable into the SAS port on the device (for tape drives, figure 34).

  • Page 116: Chapter 12 Installing The Tabletop Tape Drive

    DLT-S4 Product Manual Installing the Tabletop This chapter describes how to configure and install the DLT-S4 tabletop tape drive. This chapter includes the following information: • Equipment Required • Installation Steps • Rear Panel Connectors • Unpacking the Tabletop Tape Drive •...

  • Page 117: Installing The Tabletop Tape Drive Equipment Required

    Equipment Required Installation Steps DLT-S4 Product Manual Before you begin, review the safety, ESD, and handling Caution: precautions described in injury or damage to equipment. The tabletop model comes ONLY with the SCSI interface. The Note: Fibre Channel and SAS interfaces are not available. You need the following items to install the tape drive in a system: •...

  • Page 118: Rear Panel Connectors

    Rear Panel Connectors Figure 38 Tabletop Tape Drive — Rear View DLT-S4 Product Manual Step No. Step Connect the AC power cable. Confirm the installation. Add an additional device (optional). Figure 38 shows the location of the connectors on the rear panel of the DLT-S4 tabletop tape drive.

  • Page 119: Unpacking The Tabletop Tape Drive

    Save the packing materials in case you need to move or Caution: ship the tape drive in the future. When returning a unit to Quantum for repair, you must use the original or equivalent packing materials or risk voiding your warranty.

  • Page 120: Setting The Scsi Id

    Setting the SCSI ID DLT-S4 Product Manual • Avoid locations near printers or photocopy machines, both of which produce paper fiber and other types of dust and airborne contaminants. • Do not place the tape drive on the floor. • Avoid locations near generators, electric motors, audio speakers, or other sources of magnetic fields.

  • Page 121: Figure 39 Tabletop Scsi Id Selector Switch

    Figure 39 Tabletop SCSI ID Selector Switch Connecting the Tape Drive to the Host Computer and Terminating the SCSI Bus DLT-S4 Product Manual Connecting the Tape Drive to the Host Computer and Terminating the SCSI Bus You can connect the DLT-S4 tape drive to the host computer as a single device, or as one of a maximum of two devices connected via SCSI cables in a “daisy chain”...

  • Page 122: Connecting The Tape Drive To The Host Computer And Terminating The Scsi Bus

    DLT-S4 Product Manual Connecting the Tape Drive to the Host Computer and Terminating the SCSI Bus Follow these steps to connect the tape drive to the host computer (see SCSI Connectors and Pin Assignments Use care when connecting the cables to avoid bending or Note: damaging the connector pins.

  • Page 123: Connecting The Ac Power Cable

    Figure 40 SCSI Chain — Single Device Connecting the AC Power Cable DLT-S4 Product Manual An AC power cable is supplied with each tabletop unit. The tabletop unit power supply has an auto-sensing feature; it requires no adjustment or switch setting changes for different AC sources. To connect the AC power cable: Carefully inspect the power cable and ensure that the cable is the appropriate cable for your country or region based on the following...

  • Page 124: Figure 41 Ac Power Cable Connector Types

    Figure 41 AC Power Cable Connector Types DLT-S4 Product Manual • The cable must be UL and CSA certified cordage rated for use at 250 V AC with a current rating that is at least 125% of the current rating of the product. •...

  • Page 125: Confirming The Installation

    Operating system • SCSI controller information If the first screen displays host adapter and SCSI ID information indicating the drive is a Quantum product, then the installation was successful. If the installation was NOT successful, see Troubleshooting on page 124.
  • Page 126 DLT-S4 Product Manual Ensure that the tape drive, host computer, and all peripheral devices (such as printers) are turned off. Never connect the tape drive while the tape drive, Caution: host system, or peripheral devices are turned on. Doing so could result in damage to the tape drive or other peripheral devices.

  • Page 127: Configuring The Tape Drive

    Figure 42 SCSI Chain — Multiple Devices Configuring the Tape Drive Using TERMPWR DLT-S4 Product Manual This model of tape drive is normally configured to meet customer specifications before leaving the factory, so should not require any internal configuration changes on site. The factory preconfigures the termination (TERMPWR) setting for the tabletop tape drive according to specific customer requirements.

  • Page 128: Chapter 13 Using The Tape Drive

    DLT-S4 Product Manual Using the Tape Drive This chapter describes how to start using the DLT-S4 tape drive system. This includes making a trial back-up, cleaning the tape mechanism, and various troubleshooting information. This chapter also includes information on the LEDs and buttons on the front panel of the system. This chapter covers the following topics: •...

  • Page 129: Front Panel Controls And Leds

    Front Panel Controls and LEDs Figure 43 Tape Drive Front Panel Left LED DLT-S4 Product Manual All controls and LEDs are on the tape drive’s front panel (see Use these controls and LEDs to operate the tape drive and monitor the DLT-S4 tape drive system’s activities.

  • Page 130: Front Panel Controls

    Front Panel Controls Table 35 Interpreting Front Panel LEDs LED/Button/ Color and Port Title Symbol Left LED Green/Orange Middle LED Green Right LED Yellow Whenever the tape drive resets, all LEDs illuminate briefly and then illuminate in sequence Notes: until the reset completes (see Whenever the tape drive encounters an error, all LEDs flash together.

  • Page 131: Power-On Self-Test

    LED/Button/ Color and Port Title Symbol Eject Button Whenever the tape drive resets, all LEDs illuminate briefly and then illuminate in sequence Notes: until the reset completes (see Whenever the tape drive encounters an error, all LEDs flash together. Power-On Self-Test DLT-S4 Product Manual State or Action...

  • Page 132: Table 36 Led Lighting Pattern During Post

    Table 36 LED Lighting Pattern During POST DLT-S4 Product Manual Stage What You Observe • All LEDs illuminate for approximately one (Power cycle) second. • The left LED turns orange, then all LEDs turn off simultaneously. This stage typically lasts 5 to 10 seconds. •...

  • Page 133: Performing A Trial Backup

    Performing a Trial Backup DLT-S4 Product Manual Complete the following steps to perform a trial backup and verify correct tape drive installation: Insert a DLTtape S4 cartridge. Push the cartridge partially into the system until the media automatically loads. Choose a sample file set from the host computer. Create a backup file and then restore the file set.

  • Page 134: Firmware Update Via The Host Interface

    Firmware Update via the Host Interface Updating Firmware Using the Host Interface Creating a CUP/FUP Cartridge From Which to Update Firmware DLT-S4 Product Manual When you need to update the firmware in the tape drive, you can do it either of two ways: •...
  • Page 135 DLT-S4 Product Manual Press and hold the button for six seconds; after six seconds, the Eject left LED begins to flash. Release the button, then quickly press and release the Eject button again. At this point, the left and middle LEDs start flashing synchronously in a regular, rhythmic pattern.

  • Page 136: Firmware Update Via The Library Tape Drive Interface

    Firmware Update via the Library Tape Drive Interface DLT-S4 Product Manual Firmware Update via the Library Tape Drive Interface unloads and ejects it. SCSI status indicates that firmware has been updated (06h, 3F, 01). If the tape drive is mounted in a tape automation library, Note: the CUP/FUP cartridge rewinds to BOT and unbuckles in preparation for unloading, but does not automatically...

  • Page 137: Cleaning The Tape Drive

    (see Cartridge to Use). Quantum tape drives occasionally require preventive cleaning. To a large degree, the amount of ambient pollution and particulates in the environment dictates the cleaning frequency. Do not clean the tape drive unless the tape drive specifically indicates that cleaning is necessary.

  • Page 138: Cleaning Cartridge Life Expectancy

    Cleaning Cartridge Life Expectancy Cleaning Cartridge Compatibility Cleaning Instructions DLT-S4 Product Manual Each cleaning cartridge is good for 20 uses. Use one of the labels that is supplied with the cleaning cartridge to track the number of uses and discard the cleaning cartridge after the final use. The SDLT CleaningTape is compatible with SDLT 220, SDLT 320, SDLT 600, and DLT-S4 tape drives.

  • Page 139: Cycle Time For Cleaning Cartridge

    Cycle Time for Cleaning Cartridge Optimizing Tape Drive Performance DLT-S4 Product Manual Cycle times for cleaning cartridges are as follows. Cycle Time Shortest cycle time (1st pass of cleaning cartridge) Longest cycle time (20th pass of cleaning cartridge) “Expired” cycle time (expired cleaning cartridge) a.
  • Page 140 DLT-S4 Product Manual • Check the host block size. The DLT-S4 tape drive supports block sizes up to 16 MB. In general, the larger the block size, the better the throughput. Many older software applications default to a 512-byte block size, which results in poor performance.

  • Page 141: Chapter 14 Troubleshooting

    For complete inspection instructions for DLTtape S4, Super DLTtape II, and Super DLTtape I cartridges, see The Web site www.quantum.com DLT systems. Follow these steps to troubleshoot problems with the DLT-S4 tape drive: Visually inspect the cartridge for damage, and try a new cartridge if...

  • Page 142: Post And Scsi Troubleshooting

    95). Ensure that the operating system (modules, patches, and drivers), backup software, and tape drive are compatible. See for the most current compatibility information. www.quantum.com If you cannot identify or correct the problem, contact customer support (see Customer Support on page xviii for contact information).

  • Page 143: Table 37 Post And Scsi Troubleshooting Guidelines

    Table 37 POST and SCSI Troubleshooting Guidelines If... Then... The computer does not The computer may not be recognize the DLT-S4 configured to recognize tape drive system the interface ID. The SCSI ID may not be unique. Host bus adapter parameters may be incorrect.
  • Page 144 10 meters total with a maximum of two DLT-S4 tape drives on the bus. • Limit the number of tape drives on SCSI bus; Quantum recommends one DLT-S4 tape drive per bus, with a maximum of two DLT-S4 tape drives per bus.
  • Page 145 • For the best performance, make sure the SCSI controller card can operate at 320 MB/second. Limit the number of tape drives on SCSI bus; Quantum recommends one DLT-S4 tape drive per bus, with a maximum of two DLT-S4 tape drives per bus.

  • Page 146: Over Temperature Condition

    Over Temperature Condition DLT-S4 Product Manual The DLT-S4 tape drive has a thermal sensor located in the tape path. This sensor, which is used to accurately monitor the air temperature in the tape path, reacts in the following ways: • TapeAlert occurs at 50 °C •...

  • Page 147: Chapter 15 Preparing The Tape Drive For Shipping

    DLT-S4 Product Manual Preparing the Tape This chapter provides instructions on how to properly set the DLT-S4 tape drive for moving or shipping. The DLT-S4 tape drive is equipped with a soft-load mechanism that is “parked” prior to first power-on. Upon first power-on, the soft-load mechanism becomes “un-parked”...
  • Page 148 Chapter 15 Preparing the Tape Drive for Shipping Power off the tape drive. It is recommended that you retain and re-use the original packaging materials if you plan to ship your DLT-S4 tape drive. DLT-S4 Product Manual...

  • Page 149: Appendix A Diagnostic Tools

    DLT-S4 Product Manual Quantum frequently provides new and updated tools to use with its tape drives. These tools include such items as upgrades for product software and firmware, and diagnostic software that may be newly developed. These tools either come standard on the DLT-S4 firmware, or can be downloaded from the Quantum Web site (see page 132 for instructions).

  • Page 150: Accessing The Tools

    Click the product for which you want to download (in this case, tape drive). DLT-S4 Scroll down to the Downloads section to review the various items until you find what you need. These tools are only available to registered Quantum Note: customers. Quantum offers device drivers for: ®...

  • Page 151: Tapealert

    TapeAlert Medium Auxiliary Memory DLT-S4 Product Manual DLT-S4 tape drives are delivered with TapeAlert features built in. The tape drive firmware constantly monitors the device’s hardware and media, checking for errors and potential difficulties. It flags any problems identified on the SCSI LOG SENSE Page 2Eh After a backup, the TapeAlert-compatible backup application automatically reads the device’s TapeAlert...

  • Page 152: Dltsage

    DLT-S4 Product Manual DLTSage is a suite of intelligent data protection tools that enables users to more effectively manage and protect tape storage environments. Its diagnostic and monitoring tools enhances manageability by allowing you to manage and prevent problems that can occur during a routine backup.

  • Page 153: Xtalk Management Console

    Feature Description Prevent The software allows you to see errors as they happen and correct them instantly. • It alerts you to potential problems, enabling you to take corrective action immediately • It provides management protocol interfaces for third-party providers, such as library and backup software vendors, to use key information across multiple interfaces •...

  • Page 154: Dltsage Dashboard And Dltsage Tape Security

    DLT-S4 Product Manual DLTSage Dashboard and DLTSage Tape Security DLTSage Dashboard enables you to more effectively manage and protect your tape storage environment. After you download DLTSage Dashboard, it is accessible from the Windows Manager. The Dashboard consists of the following two features: •...

  • Page 155: Environmental Compliance

    Environmental Compliance This chapter describes the environmental compliance and provides basic instructions for environmental disposal of your unit. Quantum is committed to providing quality products in an environmentally sound manner and to comply with all applicable environmental laws, rules and regulations.

  • Page 156: Disposal Of Electrical And Electronic Equipment

    Disposal of Electrical and Electronic Equipment DLT-S4 Product Manual This symbol on the product or on its packaging indicates that this product should not be disposed of with your other waste. Instead, it should be handed over to a designated collection point for the recycling of electrical and electronic equipment.

  • Page 157: Regulatory Statements

    FCC Statement DLT-S4 Product Manual Regulatory Statements This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class A digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference when the equipment is operated in a commercial environment.

  • Page 158: Taiwan Statement

    Taiwan Statement       !" #$%&'()*+ ,-. Industry Canada (Digital Apparatus) CISPR-22 Warning! Achtung! Attention! DLT-S4 Product Manual  Reference: Interference-Causing Equipment Standard, ICES-003, Issue 2 This Class A digital apparatus meets all requirements of the Canadian Interference-Causing Equipment Regulations. Cet appareil numérique de la classe A respecte toutes les exigences du Reglément sur le matériel brouilleur du Canada.

  • Page 159: Notice For Usa And Canada Only

    Notice for USA and CANADA Only Plug Cap Cord Attention Remarque Fiche Cordon DLT-S4 Product Manual If shipped to USA, use the UL LISTED power cord specified below for 100-120 V operation. If shipped to Canada, use the CSA CERTIFIED power cord specified below for 100-120 V operation.

  • Page 160: Laser Statement

    Laser Statement Class 1 Laser Product Laser Klasse 1 Appareil à Laser de Classe 1 Producto Láser de Clase 1 DLT-S4 Product Manual CAUTION: With all panels and enclosures in place, this product is rated as a Class I laser product. The bar code scanner inside this product, however, is a Class II laser.
  • Page 161 Luokan 1 Laserlaite Power Cord Statement DEN-AN Notice (Japan) DLT-S4 Product Manual ATTENZIONE: Questo prodotto emette una luce laser di Classe II. NON guardare il facsio di luce ed evitare di esporsi alla fonte del laser. Il fascio di luce laser h emesso dal dispositivo di scansione del codice a barre. ATTENZIONE: L’uso di comandi o regolazioni per eseguire le procedure che non siano quelli specificati in questa documentazione pur causare rischi all ‘incolumit’...
  • Page 162 Application Specific Integrated Circuit. ASIC A copy of a file, directory, or volume on a separate storage Backup device from the original, for the purpose of retrieval in case the original is accidentally erased, damaged, or destroyed.
  • Page 163 Buckling Mechanism leaders on cartridge load and disengages them on cartridge unload. An area of RAM reserved for temporary storage of data that is Buffer waiting to be sent to a device. The data is usually on its way to or from the tape drive or some other peripheral device.
  • Page 164 Quantum’s firmware compliance management function DLTSage WORM of DLTSage, which provides secure archival functionality to the DLT-S4 tape drive and the DLTtape S4 cartridge. Quantum’s suite of intelligent data protection tools that DLTSage enables users to more effectively manage and protect tape storage environments.
  • Page 165 DLT-S4 Product Manual European Economic Community. Electronically Erasable Programmable Read-Only Memory. An EEPROM integrated circuit memory chip that can store programs and data in a non-volatile state. These devices store firmware in DLT and SDLT tape drives, and can be erased and reprogrammed with new data. Electromagnetic Compatibility.
  • Page 166 Firmware Update. Gigabyte. Equal to 1,000,000,000 (10 System of Units (SI) definition commonly used by telecommunications and storage manufacturers. Gigabit. Equal to 1,000,000,000 (10 German Safety. The tiny electromagnetic coil and metal pole used to create and Head read back the magnetic patterns on the media.
  • Page 167 The capacity of a given media product in its basic Native Capacity recording format (without the use of data compression). Refers to the uncompressed storage capacity of a media Native Mode subsystem. (See Native Capacity.) In referring to a Fibre Channel network, a node is any device Node attached to the network.
  • Page 168 DLT-S4 Product Manual Positive Engagement Buckling Mechanism engineered media leader-buckling mechanism for heavy-duty-cycle automated environments. Power-on Self-Test. When power is applied to the tape drive, it POST performs a POST. The act of turning the tape drive or system off, then on Power Cycle again.
  • Page 169 The International System of Units. Terabyte. Equal to 1,000,000,000,000 (10 International System of Units (SI) definition used by telecommunications engineers and storage manufacturers. The reel inside every tape drive onto which DLTtape or Take-up Reel Super DLTtape media is wound. The in-the-tape drive take-up reel...
  • Page 170 DLT-S4 Product Manual A Volt is the potential difference across a conductor when a current of one ampere dissipates one watt of power. Voluntary Control Council for Interference by Information VCCI Technology Equipment (Japan). The Watt is the SI derived unit of power. Waste Electronic and Electrical Equipment is an EU directive that WEEE mandates that producers of electronic goods assume the responsibility of...
  • Page 171 Numerics 10-pin connector (see loader/library interface connector) 12-pin connector (see SCSI > ID, setting) 4-pin connector (see power connector pin assignments) 68-pin connector (see SCSI > connectors) access door, media – access time acoustic noise emissions AC power – cable –...
  • Page 172 Fibre Channel loader/library interface pin assignments (see pin assignments) rear panel – SCSI – tabletop tape drive contact Quantum xvii control boards CUP/FUP cartridge current harmonics emissions customer support – data backup data transfer rates density linear bit track –...
  • Page 173 certification and immunity specifications – emissions – environmental compliance error frequency errors precautions – European regulations FCC regulations Fibre Channel tape drive cables – connection of – connectors – installation – interface – loop address, failure to obtain loop configuration power usage protocol options rear panel connectors...
  • Page 174 MSE LVD mode SCSI connector pin assignments MSE mode SCSI connector pin assignments narrow transfer native backward-read compatibility transfer rate capacity storage capacity transfer rates New Zealand regulations noise power emissions over temperature condition – packing materials saving parking the soft-load...
  • Page 175 Fibre Channel tape drive SAS tape drive pre-amplifier board (PAB) pre-installation guidelines PRML protocol options Fibre Channel tape drive SAS tape drive SCSI tape drive Quantum customer support xviii radiated electromagnetic emissions rear panel connectors all models – Fibre Channel tape drive...
  • Page 176 SAS tape drive status, of tape drive and cartridge (see DLTSage Dashboard) storage capacity storage guidelines cartridge – tape drive – storage management software streaming mode stub lengths synchronous transfer tabletop tape drive (see also SCSI) AC power cables, connection –...
  • Page 177 Fibre Channel SCSI (internal) tabletop – unparking the soft-load mechanism updating firmware warranty information (see also www.quantum.com) WEEE compliance weight, tape drive wide transfer width, tape drive Windows device drivers world-wide names Fibre Channel tape drive SAS tape drive...

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