Troubleshooting; Post Troubleshooting; Table 5-5. Troubleshooting Chart - Quantum SDLT 220 User Manual

SDLT 220 and SDLT 320 Product Manual

5.7 Troubleshooting

The following subsections provide troubleshooting information that might be
helpful should the system fail its Power-On Self Text (POST).
Refer to the tape cartridge appendices in this manual
DLTtape I Data Cartridge"
complete visual inspection instructions for Super DLTtape I and DLTtape data
cartridges.
The web site http://www.quantum.com/sdlt includes much valuable information
about SDLT systems.

5.7.1 POST Troubleshooting

Table 5-5 provides troubleshooting tips that you will find useful in the event that
your tape system fails its POST.
If, after attempting the recommended actions listed in the table, the problem still
exists or recurs, a hardware failure may be the cause. Contact your service
representative.

Table 5-5. Troubleshooting Chart

If...
System does not
recognize the tape
system.
81-85002-01
and Appendix B, "DLTtape IV Data Cartridge"
Then...
System may not be configured to
recognize the SCSI ID.
SCSI ID may not be unique.
SCSI adapter parameters may not be
correct.
SCSI signal cable may be loose.
SCSI terminator may be loose or not
present on the bus.
March 2004
CHAPTER 5: Using Your Tape Drive
(Appendix A, "Super
You should...
Configure system to recognize the tape
system's ID.
Change the SCSI ID and reconfigure the
system. The new ID becomes effective at
the next power on or SCSI bus reset.
Check SCSI adapter documentation.
Ensure SCSI cable is fully seated at each
connector end.
Ensure correct, secure termination of bus.
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