Page 2 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. Quantum Corporation may revise this publication from time to time without notice.
Page 3: Table Of Contents
Modular Design... 6 Data Control Module... 7 Tape Control Module ... 8 Front Panel Module ... 9 Electronic Interface Module... 9 Super DLTtape II Data Cartridge ... 10 Quantum Diagnostics Tools ... 10 TapeAlert ... 11 SDLT 600 Product Manual Contents...
Page 4 Functional Specifications... 21 Performance Data... 21 Shock and Vibration Specifications ... 23 Current and Power Requirements... 25 SDLT 600 Tape Drive System Recording Method... 30 Environmental Specifications ... 30 Air Flow Requirements ... 30 Temperature and Humidity ... 31 Storage and Shipment... 31 Altitude...
Page 5 Loading the Cleaning Tape Into a Tabletop Tape Drive ... 76 Front Panel Controls and LEDs... 77 Troubleshooting... 80 POST Troubleshooting ... 80 Over Temperature Condition... 82 Chapter 5 Regulatory Compliance Safety Regulations ... 83 Safety Certifications ... 83 SDLT 600 Product Manual...
Page 6 Disposal of Electrical and Electronic Equipment ... 91 Appendix A Super DLTtape I and Super DLTtape II Data Cartridges Recognizing Quantum Super DLTtape I and II Data Cartridges... 93 Data Cartridge Handling Guidelines ... 94 Data Cartridge Inspection Procedure... 96 Data Cartridge Write-protect Switch...
Page 7 Figure 13 Rear Panel of the SCSI Tabletop Model... 60 Figure 14 SCSI ID Selector Switch for the SCSI Tape Drive Tabletop SDLT 600 Product Manual SDLT 600 Tape Drive Systems ... 3 SDLT 600 Tape Drive Modular Design... 7 Multiple Layers Comprise Super DLTtape II Media ... 33 Super DLTtape II Data Cartridge ...
Page 8 Figure 19 Front Panel LEDs ... 71 Figure 20 SDLT 600 Tape Drive Front Panel ... 77 Figure 21 Super DLTtape Data Cartridges Read by SDLT 600 Tape Figure 22 Bottom View of Super DLTtape II Data Cartridge ... 97 Figure 23 Super DLTtape II Data Cartridge Reel Locks ...
Page 9 Table 16 Table 17 SDLT 600 Product Manual SDLT 600 Tape Drive Interface Versions Speeds and Options ... 14 SDLT 600 Tape Drive Interface... 16 SDLT 600 Tape Drive Physical Dimensions... 16 SDLT 600 Tape Drive Shipping Weight ... 17 SDLT 600 Tape Drive Storage Capacity ...
Page 10 Super DLTtape II Media Shipping Limits... 34 Super DLTtape II Media Operating Limits... 35 Super DLTtape II Media Storage Limits... 35 SDLT 600 Tape Drive Backward-Read Compatibility (BRC) Transfer Rates ... 36 SCSI ID Address Selections (Graphical Format) ... 44 SCSI ID Address Selections (Tabular Format)...
Page 11: Preface
This document serves as an easy-to-use information source and product catalog to familiarize Quantum customers and systems professionals with the SDLT 600 tape drive system. The SDLT 600 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 12 “icing” cartridges. • Appendix B, DLTtape VS1 Data about the diagnostic tools to use with SDLT 600 tape drives. This document concludes with a glossary. This document uses the following conventions: Notes emphasize important information related to the main Note: topic.
Page 13 (or off, then on). • Dimensions in figures — All dimensions are shown with no units specified (Inches understood unless otherwise specified). The following documents are related to the SDLT 600 tape drive: Document No. Document Title 81-81218-xx...
Page 14 SDLT 600 Product Manual Document No. Document Title 81-81220-xx SDLT 600 User Reference Guide 81-81305-xx SDLT 600 Quick Start Guide 81-81202-xx SDLT 600 Fibre Channel Interface Guide 81-81200-xx SDLT 600 SCSI Interface Guide 6464162-xx SDLT DLTtape Interactive Library Interface Specification...
Page 15 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 16 SDLT 600 Product Manual Customer Support The Quantum Customer Support Department provides a 24-hour help desk that can be reached at: North/South America: (949) 725-2100 or (800) 284-5101 Asia/Pacific Rim: (International Code) + 61 7 3839 0988 Europe/Middle East/Africa: (International Code) + 44 (0) 1256 848748...
Page 17: Chapter 1 Tape Drive Product Information
SDLT 600 Product Manual Product Information This chapter describes the features of the Quantum SDLT 600 tape drive system. This chapter covers the following topics: • Overview describes basic features of the system. • Product Features lists key features of the SDLT 600 tape drives.
Page 18 Overview SDLT 600 Product Manual The Quantum SDLT 600 tape drive system is a highly scalable tape drive designed for multiple product generations. It is a follow-on to the DLT product family. The SDLT 600 tape drive system comprises both the tape drive and the data cartridge.
Page 19: Product Features
Product Features SDLT 600 Product Manual Tabletop model The SDLT 600 tape drive system offers the following product features: • A streaming tape drive that uses half-inch wide Super Digital Linear Tape (Super DLTtape II) media. • A standard 5.25-inch full-height form factor to simplify integration into system and tape library solutions.
Page 20: Tape Drive Technology
SDLT 600 tape drive system. • The SDLT 600 tape drive is available in either Ultra 160 or Fibre Channel interface versions. • For more information on the SDLT 600 tape drive features and other product information, you can access the Web site at: http://www.dlttape.com/Home.htm...
Page 21: Pivoting Optical Servo
The POS enables the head to track dynamic variations in tape motion which allows Quantum to provide a track count with an order of magnitude increase over previous products. Magneto Resistive Cluster (MRC) heads are a densely packed array of small, cost-effective Magneto Resistive (MR) tape heads precisely positioned using advanced thin-film processing technology.
Page 22: Modular Design
Link design makes the buckling of Super DLTtape media a totally reliable mechanical process. The SDLT 600 tape drive is designed as a total system. The system includes a complex interaction of a number of important components including such items as the tape path, tape heads, media, data cartridge, and host interface.
Page 23: Data Control Module
Figure 2 SDLT 600 Tape Drive Modular Design Data Control Module SDLT 600 Product Manual Data Cartridge Despite the deliberate modularity of each module, with the Note: exception of the FPM, individual users should not modules. The FPM is the only module that is field replaceable.
Page 24: Tape Control Module
The base plate also includes the precision mounting holes used to install SDLT 600 tape drives into a server or tape library. The SDLT 600 tape drive base plate, and therefore the entire SDLT 600 tape drive, conforms to the 5.25 inch, full-height form factor.
Page 25: Front Panel Module
• Delivering the overall cosmetic look of the system. The FPM is a single module with lenses for the system’s LEDs and a button to activate the drive eject switch. The SDLT 600 tape drive front panel contains no electronics.
Page 26: Super Dlttape Ii Data Cartridge
Super DLTtape I and DLTtape VS1 data cartridges. The basic geometry, write protection switch, and label space are the same. This simplifies the integration of the SDLT 600 tape drive into existing operating environments and into automated tape libraries. The Super DLTtape II data cartridge is easy to recognize;...
Page 27: Tapealert
Medium Auxiliary Memory Medium Auxiliary Memory (MAM) is a feature in the SDLT 600 tape drive that produces various attributes about the data cartridge and records them in a log file on the media itself. These attributes provide the underlying information for the DLTSage suite of predictive and preventive maintenance diagnostics software.
Page 28 Chapter 1 Tape Drive Product Information TapeAlert For more information about MAM, see the SDLT 600 SCSI Interface Guide or the (81-81200-xx) SDLT 600 Fibre Channel Interface Guide (81-81202-xx) For more information about DLTSage, see the DLTSage Implementation Guide (81-81201-xx) SDLT 600 Product Manual...
Page 29: Chapter 2 Sdlt 600 Tape Drive Specifications
Product Specifications Host Interface SDLT 600 Product Manual SDLT 600 Tape Drive This chapter describes various specifications that apply to the Quantum SDLT 600 tape drive system: • Product Specifications • Functional Specifications tape drive • Environmental Specifications for operating the tape drive •...
Page 30: Table 1 Sdlt 600 Tape Drive Interface Versions Speeds And Options
Interface Versions Speeds and Options Interface Versions Fibre Channel Ultra 160 ** The SCSI bus itself limits this speed, not the design of SDLT 600 tape drive or Super DLTtape II media. SDLT 600 Product Manual Speeds 100 MB/second •...
Page 31 Chapter 2 SDLT 600 Tape Drive Specifications Product Specifications The tape drive automatically senses the SCSI bus mode and switches between LVD and SE accordingly. Although the tape drive defaults to LVD, it switches to SE if the SCSI bus operates in SE mode. For example, if the SCSI controller card is SE (or multimode set to SE), the tape drive automatically switches to SE mode.
Page 32: Physical Interface
Interface Physical Dimensions and Weights Table 3 SDLT 600 Tape Drive Physical Dimensions SDLT 600 Product Manual The SDLT 600 tape drive has the interfaces shown in from the back panel (per type, per port). Interface Versions Physical Characteristics Fibre...
Page 33: Compression
Mounting hole pattern for the bottom and sides of the system is industry standard. Table 4 shows the weights of the SDLT 600 tape drive. Internal Version Weight* 2.38 kg (5 lbs. 4 oz) Shipping Weight* 3.77 kg (8 lbs. 5 oz) Weights depend on configuration.
Page 34: Storage Capacity
In accordance with industry practice, a typical compression ratio of 2:1 is quoted. The redundancy and type of data files being written determine the actual compression ratios achieved. SDLT 600 tape drive data transfer errors are extremely rare; data integrity for the overall SDLT 600 tape drive system. Error Type...
Page 35: Maximum Data Transfer Rate
Fully random data is the worst case for compressibility. ** The SCSI bus limits burst speeds, not the design of SDLT 600 tape drive or Super DLTtape II media. Cable lengths and cable type may limit attainable transfer rate;...
Page 36: Head Life And Mtbf
Cartridge Media Durability Data Cartridge Life Expectancy SDLT 600 Product Manual The projected mean time between failures (MTBF) for the overall SDLT 600 tape drive system is 250,000 hours, not including the heads. Head life is a minimum of 30,000 tape motion hours and an average of 50,000 media motion hours.
Page 37: Positive Engagement Tape Leader Buckling Mechanism
Component level tests of buckle arm components have shown at least 250,000 cycles on an SDLT 600 tape drive without failure, breakage, or binding; this includes the take-up leader, the supply leader, and the media itself.
Page 38: Table 10 Sdlt 600 Tape Drive Performance Data
Table 10 SDLT 600 Tape Drive Performance Data SDLT 600 Product Manual Feature Drive Read/Write Transfer Rate* Tracks Track Density Linear Bit Density Read/Write Tape Speed Rewind Tape Speed Linear Search Tape Speed Average Rewind Time** Maximum Rewind Time** Average Access Time** (from...
Page 39: Shock And Vibration Specifications
(Packaged, Drop) Table 13 Non-Operating Vibration Specifications (Unpackaged) SDLT 600 Product Manual The following tables provide non-operating and operating shock and vibration specifications for the SDLT 600 tape drive system. Shock (Unpackaged) Pulse Shape Square wave Peak Acceleration 40 G...
Page 40: Table 14 Non-Operating Vibration Specifications (Packaged)
Table 14 Non-Operating Vibration Specifications (Packaged) SDLT 600 Product Manual Vibration (Unpackaged) Application X,Y,Z axes Type Random Frequency Range 10 to 500 Hz Acceleration Level 2.0 G PSD Envelope 0.008 G Application X,Y,Z axes Vibration (Packaged) Type Random Frequency Range Truck Profile* (0.5 Grms)
Page 41: Current And Power Requirements
SCSI interface. Table 17 the internal version of the SDLT 600 tape drive system configured with the Fibre Channel interface. The library version of the SDLT 600 tape drive uses the same amount of power as the internal version with both the SCSI and Fibre Channel interfaces.
Page 42: Table 16 Current And Power Requirements (Scsi Interface)
Media Loading/ Unloading 600 Write– Motor Start 600 Write– Streaming SDLT 600 Product Manual (The power drawn in these two modes is similar enough that they are listed together.) table 16 table Note: pertain to the internal tape drive, while the AC power values apply to the tabletop tape drive.
Page 43 (2) DC Current, MaxMean, and DC/AC Power Max refer to the statistically calculated maximum average requirement based on a sample population of tape drives. These values do not reflect the peak current or power requirement; this amount is given by the DC MaxPk current. SDLT 600 Product Manual 12 V Current (A) MaxPk...
Page 44: Table 17 Current And Power Requirements (Fibre Channel Interface)
Table 17 Current and Power Requirements (Fibre Channel Interface) 5 V Current (A) MaxPk MaxMean Mode Standby/Idle Media Loading/ Unloading 600 Write– Motor Start 600 Write– Streaming SDLT 600 Product Manual 12 V Current (A) MaxPk MaxMean Functional Specifications DC Power AC Power...
Page 45 (2) DC Current, MaxMean, and DC/AC Power Max refer to the statistically calculated maximum average requirement based on a sample population of tape drives. These values do not reflect the peak current or power requirement; this amount is given by the DC MaxPk current. SDLT 600 Product Manual 12 V Current (A) MaxPk...
Page 46: Sdlt 600 Tape Drive System Recording Method
The following subsections provide the environmental specifications for the SDLT 600 tape drive systems (both the internal and the tabletop configurations). For long-term trouble-free operation, the manufacturer strongly recommends that SDLT 600 tape drives be used in a clean, smoke-free environment.
Page 47: Temperature And Humidity
Relative Humidity 20% to 80% (non- condensing) Humidity Gradient 10%/hour The ambient storage and shipment environment for the tape drive may not exceed the limits shown in table are valid for both the internal and tabletop tape drives.) Storage (Unpacked or...
Page 48: Altitude
–500 to 10,000 feet when operated within the ambient operating environments specified in The SDLT 600 tape drive will operate to 30,000 feet for temperatures within 15 ± 5 °C. Super DLTtape II media differs slightly from previous generations of Super DLTtape media.
Page 49: Media Structure
Media Structure Figure 3 Multiple Layers Comprise Super DLTtape II Media SDLT 600 Product Manual Super DLTtape II media comprises several layers, as shown in Recording Media Specifications figure High Coercivity Magnetic Layer Under Layer Enhanced Base Film Layer Back Coat Layer...
Page 50: Physical Data Cartridge
Operating, and Storage Specifications Table 21 Super DLTtape II Media Shipping Limits SDLT 600 Product Manual A durable plastic case encloses the Super DLTtape II media, as shown in figure The optimum media shipping conditions are described in Shipping Conditions...
Page 51: Table 22 Super Dlttape Ii Media Operating Limits
Table 22 Super DLTtape II Media Operating Limits Table 23 Super DLTtape II Media Storage Limits SDLT 600 Product Manual Operating Conditions Temperature Relative Humidity Table 23 describes the optimum media storage conditions. Storage Conditions Temperature Relative Humidity Recording Media Specifications 10 °...
Page 52: Backward-Read Compatibility Transfer Rates
SDLT 600 Product Manual The SDLT 600 tape drive system features a backward-read compatibility (BRC) mode. When in BRC mode, the SDLT 600 tape drive is capable of reading SDLT 220 and SDLT 320 tape formats in a Super DLTtape I data cartridge, as well as the DLT VS160 tape format in the DLTtape VS1 data cartridge.
Page 53: Chapter 3 Installing Your Tape Drive
SDLT 600 Product Manual This chapter describes how to install the SDLT 600 tape drive. This includes configuration jumper settings, connector pin assignments, installation instructions, power and signal cabling descriptions, and operating instructions. This chapter also includes information on configuring and connecting the tabletop version of the tape drive into a system.
Page 54: Installing Your Tape Drive Warranty Note
• Remove or damage the serial number label to the extent that warranty status of the product cannot be determined. Inappropriate or careless handling of SDLT 600 tape drive systems may result in damage to the product. Follow the precautions and directions to prevent damaging the SDLT 600 tape drive system.
Page 55: Safety Precautions
Damage to the SDLT 600 tape drive system can occur as the result of careless handling, vibration, shock, or electrostatic discharge (ESD). For...
Page 56: Electrostatic Discharge Protection
• Do not expose the tape drive to moisture. • Do not place foreign objects inside the tape drive’s receiver area. Several electrical components of the SDLT 600 tape drive system are sensitive to static electricity and electrostatic discharge (ESD). Even a static buildup or discharge that is too slight to feel can be sufficient to destroy or degrade a component’s operation.
Page 57: Pre-Installation Guidelines
1 Unpack and review the contents of the box for any physical damage. If you find damaged items, contact your tape drive provider. 2 Record the model and serial number of the SDLT 600 tape drive system. These numbers provide specific information about the SDLT 600 tape drive system and will be very helpful if you must contact technical support.
Page 58: Configuring And Installing An Internal Tape Drive With Scsi Interface
Configuring the SDLT 600 tape drive system with SCSI interface includes the following tasks: • Setting the SCSI ID for the tape drive (default = SCSI ID 5) •...
Page 59: Figure 5 Detail Of The Empty Scsi Id Jumper Block
Figure 5 Detail of the Empty SCSI ID Jumper Block SDLT 600 Product Manual Configuring and Installing an Internal Tape Drive with SCSI Interface Figure 5 shows the empty 10-pin jumper block that you use to set the SCSI ID.
Page 60: Table 25 Scsi Id Address Selections (Graphical Format)
Table 25 SCSI ID Address Selections (Graphical Format) SDLT 600 Product Manual Configuring and Installing an Internal Tape Drive with SCSI Interface SCSI ID Jumper Block SCSI ID Jumper Block SCSI ID Jumper Block SCSI ID Jumper Block The computer system and the tape drive SCSI IDs are only Note: checked at power-on.
Page 61: Figure 6 10-Pin Scsi Id Jumper Block On Rear Of Tape Drive
SCSI ID Jumper Block (No jumpers on this block selects default SCSI ID of 5) Table 26 SCSI ID Address Selections (Tabular Format) SDLT 600 Product Manual Configuring and Installing an Internal Tape Drive with SCSI Interface SCSI ID 9-10* (default)
Page 62: Configuring The Internal Scsi Tape Drive For Termpwr
Configuring the Internal SCSI Tape Drive for TERMPWR SDLT 600 Product Manual Configuring and Installing an Internal Tape Drive with SCSI Interface SCSI ID 0 = No Jumper installed, 1 = Jumper installed Jumpering Pins 9-10 forces the tape drive to ignore the firmware value and read the value jumpered on the block.
Page 63: Installing The Internal Scsi Tape Drive
(4 pin) Installing the Internal SCSI Tape Drive SDLT 600 Product Manual Configuring and Installing an Internal Tape Drive with SCSI Interface Securing the Internal Tape Drive securing the tape drive in its bay or chassis and connecting the SCSI bus (or Fibre Channel) and power cables.
Page 64: Figure 8 Internal Scsi Tape Drive Front And Rear View
Figure 8 Internal SCSI Tape Drive Front and Rear View SDLT 600 Product Manual Configuring and Installing an Internal Tape Drive with SCSI Interface Front View Securing the Internal Tape Drive This section describes how to mount and secure the tape drive in the system.
Page 65: Figure 9 Internal Tape Drive Mounting Locations - Front, Side, And Bottom Dimensions
Figure 9 Internal Tape Drive Mounting Locations – Front, Side, and Bottom Dimensions SDLT 600 Product Manual Configuring and Installing an Internal Tape Drive with SCSI Interface Connecting the Internal Tape Drive Cables This section discusses three connectors on the back of the internal SDLT 600 tape drive: 1) SCSI, 2) power, and 3) optional library/loader connectors.
Page 66 MSE Low Voltage Differential (LVD) mode in Pin assignments for the power connector are listed in 1 Before connecting the SDLT 600 tape drive to the host computer, be certain the tape drive and computer are powered off. 2 Ensure that your SCSI cables and terminators are SPI-3 (or SPI-4) compatible.
Page 67: Figure 10 Connectors On The Rear Panel Of Internal Scsi Tape Drive
(Diagnostic use only) (68 pin) Pin # 1 Loader Connector SCSI ID Jumper Block TERMPWR Block (4 pin) RS-422 (8 pin) (No jumpers on this block Denotes Pin # 1 selects default SCSI ID of 5) SDLT 600 Product Manual...
Page 68: Table 27 Mse And Se Mode Scsi Connector Pin Assignments
Table 27 MSE and SE Mode SCSI Connector Pin Assignments SDLT 600 Product Manual Configuring and Installing an Internal Tape Drive with SCSI Interface Signal Name Pin Number Ground Ground Ground Ground Ground Ground Ground Ground Ground Ground Ground Ground...
Page 69: Table 28 Mse Lvd Scsi Connector Pin Assignments
Table 28 MSE LVD SCSI Connector Pin Assignments SDLT 600 Product Manual Configuring and Installing an Internal Tape Drive with SCSI Interface Signal Name Pin Number Ground Ground Ground Ground Ground Ground Ground Ground Ground Ground The minus sign (-) next to a signal indicates active low.
Page 70 SDLT 600 Product Manual Configuring and Installing an Internal Tape Drive with SCSI Interface Signal Name Pin Number +DB(6) +DB(7) +DB(P) Ground DIFFSENS TERMPWR TERMPWR Reserved Ground +ATN Ground +BSY +ACK +RST +MSG +SEL +C/D +REQ +I/O +DB(8) +DB(9) +DB(10)
Page 71: Configuring And Installing An Internal Tape Drive With Fibre Channel Interface
REC_FROM_LOADER_L Ground Configuring and Installing an Internal Tape Drive with Fibre Channel Interface Fibre Channel Introduction SDLT 600 Product Manual Configuring and Installing an Internal Tape Drive with Fibre Channel Interface Pin Number Signal Name +12 VDC Ground (+12V return)
Page 72 Protection on page 38 to avoid personal injury or damage to equipment. Figure 11 shows the SDLT 600 Fibre Channel connectors and jumper blocks located on the rear of the unit. SDLT 600 Fibre Channel Interface Safety, Handling, and ESD...
Page 73: Figure 11 Internal Fibre Channel Tape Drive Connectors And Jumpers
Figure 11 Internal Fibre Channel Tape Drive Connectors and Jumpers Power Connector Loader Connector RS-422 (8 pin) SDLT 600 Product Manual Configuring and Installing an Internal Tape Drive with Fibre Channel Interface Controller Diag Port (8 pin) (Diagnostic use only) (4 pin) Fibre Channel...
Page 74: Secure The Tape Drive
1 Before connecting the SDLT 600 tape drive to the host computer, be certain the tape drive and computer are powered off. 2 If you are connecting several devices to the system, connect only the tape drive to the host computer at this time.
Page 75: Optional Loader Connector
Therefore, unlike other systems, the tape drive and computer may remain on to connect the SDLT 600 tape drive to the host computer. 2 Insert the fiber optic cable into the Fibre Channel port on the back of the tape drive as shown in when it snaps into the port.
Page 76: Configuring And Installing A Tabletop Tape Drive With Scsi Interface
Configuring and Installing a Tabletop Tape Drive with SCSI Interface This section provides instructions for configuring and installing the tabletop SCSI model of the SDLT 600 tape drive. Figure 13 shows the location of the controls and connectors for the tabletop tape drive.
Page 77: Figure 14 Scsi Id Selector Switch For The Scsi Tape Drive Tabletop Model
SCSI ID. The top button increases the ID number, the bottom button decreases the ID number. a close-up view of the SCSI ID switch and its location on the rear of the tabletop model of the SDLT 600 tape drive. SCSI ID Selector...
Page 78: Installing The Scsi Tabletop Tape Drive
SCSI terminator connection SCSI cable connection Cabling For Single Tape Drive Connection SDLT 600 Product Manual Configuring and Installing a Tabletop Tape Drive with SCSI Interface Tabletop tape drive installation consists of connecting SCSI bus and power cables. Figure 13 shows the location of the two SCSI bus connectors and power connector on the back of the tabletop tape drive.
Page 79 SDLT 600 Product Manual Configuring and Installing a Tabletop Tape Drive with SCSI Interface 1 Prior to connecting the SDLT 600 tape drive to the host computer, be certain the tape drive and computer are turned off. 2 If you are connecting several devices to the SCSI bus, connect only the tape drive to the host computer at this time.
Page 80: Figure 16 Ac Power Cord Connector Types
Figure 16 AC Power Cord Connector Types SDLT 600 Product Manual Configuring and Installing a Tabletop Tape Drive with SCSI Interface • 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 81: Configuring And Installing A Tabletop Tape Drive With Scsi Interface
Follow these steps to connect a tabletop Fibre Channel SDLT 600 tape drive: 1 Prior to connecting the SDLT 600 tape drive to the host computer, be certain the tape drive and computer are turned off. 2 Remove the Fibre Channel protective caps from the rear of the drive.
Page 82: Figure 17 Connecting The Fiber Optic Cable To A Tabletop Fibre Channel Tape Drive
Figure 17 Connecting the Fiber Optic Cable to a Tabletop Fibre Channel Tape Drive SDLT 600 Product Manual Configuring and Installing a Tabletop Tape Drive with SCSI Interface SDLT 600 tape drive AC Power Cable An AC power cord is supplied with each tabletop unit. Carefully inspect the power cord and ensure that the cord is the appropriate cord for your country or region based on the criteria below.
Page 83: Figure 18 Ac Power Cord Connector Types
Figure 18 AC Power Cord Connector Types SDLT 600 Product Manual Configuring and Installing a Tabletop Tape Drive with SCSI Interface • You must terminate the AC plug in a grounding-type male plug designed for use in your country or region. It must also have marks showing certification by an agency acceptable in your country or region.
Page 84: Confirming The Installation
Confirming the Installation SDLT 600 Product Manual To confirm the installation, power on the SDLT 600 tape drive system and the host computer. The screens displayed at power-on contain BIOS, operating system, and SCSI controller information. If the first screen displays host adapter and SCSI ID information, then the installation is successful.
Page 85: Chapter 4 Using Your Tape Drive
SDLT 600 Product Manual Using Your Tape Drive This chapter describes how to start using your SDLT 600 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.
Page 86: Power-On Self-Test
POST duration is longer, depending on how much tape in the data cartridge may be loaded in the tape drive. While POST is running, the SDLT 600 tape drive system responds BUSY to SCSI commands. The SDLT 600 tape drive system also responds to various SCSI messages during POST.
Page 87: Performing A Trial Back-Up
Figure 19 Front Panel LEDs Performing a Trial Back-up SDLT 600 Product Manual Stage What You Observe If a data cartridge is in place when power is turned on, all Note: stages remain the same except stage 3. It may take a considerably longer time for stage 3 to complete due to tape rewind and searching operations that occur during that stage.
Page 88: Updating The Firmware
DLTSage provides the tool that allows you to update the tape drive’s firmware using the SCSI bus, or to create a CUP/FUP data cartridge for an SDLT 600 tape drive. DLTSage is available on the Quantum Web site, http://www.quantum.com. Quantum Diagnostics Tools provides details on locating DLTSage in the Quantum Web site.
Page 89: Create A Cup/Fup Data Cartridge
To update your tape drive firmware you may create a CUP/FUP data cartridge from the update information found on the Quantum Web site. These tools are only available to registered Quantum Note: customers.
Page 90 SDLT 600 Product Manual Press and hold the Eject button for six seconds; after six seconds, the left (Drive Density) LED begins to flash. Release the Eject button, then quickly press and release the Eject button again. At this point, the left (Drive Density) and middle (Drive Status) LEDs start flashing synchronously in a regular, rhythmic pattern.
Page 91: Firmware (Code) Update Troubleshooting
Data cartridge does not contain an update image. • No data cartridge in the tape drive. This section discusses the SDLT 600 tape drive cleaning tape, maintenance considerations, and important compatibility issues you need to be aware of. When your backup software indicates needed cleaning, or the...
Page 92: When To Use The Cleaning Tape
A yellow LED located on the front bezel of the SDLT 600 tape drive indicates when cleaning is needed; LED (and other front bezel LEDs). Each SDLT CleaningTape is good for 20 uses. Use one of the labels that is supplied with the tape to track the number of uses.
Page 93: Front Panel Controls And Leds
All controls and LEDs are on the tape drive’s front panel. See details. Use these controls and LEDs to operate the tape drive and monitor the SDLT 600 tape drive system’s activities. on page 79 describe Control and LED functionality.
Page 94: Table 32 Dual-Color Drive Density Led Appearance For Type Of Data Cartridge Loaded
SDLT 600 Product Manual On the SDLT 600 tape drive, the leftmost LED is dual color (green/ orange). This LED is the Density Indicator. When you insert a Super DLTtape II data cartridge, this LED illuminates green. When the tape drive detects a backward read compatible (BRC) data cartridge, this LED illuminates orange.
Page 95: Table 33 How To Interpret The Front Panel Leds And Other Controls
Orange/ Green Green Drive Status LED Cleaning Yellow Required LED Eject Button SDLT 600 Product Manual Action Explanation On/Off table The tape drive is in use. This includes functions such • The tape is moving. Flashing • The tape drive is calibrating, reading, writing, or rewinding the tape.
Page 96: Troubleshooting
Table 34 provides troubleshooting tips that you will find useful in the event that your SDLT 600 tape drive 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.
Page 97: Table 34 Troubleshooting Chart
Ensure interface cable is fully seated at each connector end. Ensure correct, secure termination of bus. If the SDLT 600 tape drive system is last or only device on bus (except for adapter), be certain the terminator is installed on the SDLT 600 tape drive system.
Page 98: Over Temperature Condition
(tabletop version). The SDLT 600 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, issues a TapeAlert warning at 47 °C, and detects an overtemp condition when the temperature in the tape path reaches 50 degrees C.
Page 99: Chapter 5 Regulatory Compliance
Class B Statements (Tabletop Tape Drive) • Environmental Compliance • Disposal of Electrical and Electronic Equipment This section lists the safety regulations that the SDLT 600 tape drive meets or exceeds. The SDLT 600 tape drive meets or exceeds the following safely requirements: Chapter 5...
Page 100: Electromagnetic Field Specifications
EN60825-1 Information Technology Equipment The SDLT 600 tape drive is also certified to bear the GS mark. The SDLT 600 tape drive is a Class I laser product that complies with 21 CFR 1040.10 as applicable on the date of manufacture.
Page 101: Immunity And Esd Limits
SDLT 600 Product Manual Type CNS 13438 AS/NZS 3548 Table 36 lists the immunity and ESD failure level limits to which the SDLT 600 tape drive has been tested. Test Name EN55022: 1998 Radiated and Conducted Emissions Radiated Electromagnetic Emissions Conducted Electromagnetic...
Page 102: Acoustic Noise Emissions
AC Voltage Dips and Interrupts Immunity Table 36 lists acoustic noise emission levels, both as noise power and sound pressure, for the SDLT 600 tape drive. The table provides the preliminary declared values per ISO 9296 and ISO 7779/EN27779. Noise Power Emission Mode...
Page 103 Canada (Digital Apparatus) CISPR-22 Warning! Achtung! SDLT 600 Product Manual instruction manual, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. Any changes or modifications made to this equipment may void the user's authority to operate this equipment. Operation of this equipment in a residential area may cause interference in which case the user at his own expense will be required to take whatever measures may be required to correct the interference.
Page 104 Taiwan (BSMI) Statement !" #$%&'()*+ ,-. Japan (VCCI) Statement SDLT 600 Product Manual welchen Fällen der Benutzer für entsprechende Gegenma verantwortlich ist. Ceci est un produit de Classe A. Dans un environnement domestique, ce produit risque de créer des interférences radioélectriques, il appartiendra alors à...
Page 105: Class B Statements (Tabletop Tape Drive)
Class B Statements (Tabletop Tape Drive) FCC Statement SDLT 600 Product Manual This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits...
Page 106 !" #$%&'()*+ ,-. Japan (VCCI) Statement SDLT 600 Product Manual Operation of this equipment in a residential area may cause interference in which case the user at his own expense will be required to take whatever measures may be required to correct the interference.
Page 107: Environmental Compliance
Environmental Compliance Disposal of Electrical and Electronic Equipment SDLT 600 Product Manual Quantum is committed to providing quality products in an environmentally sound manner and to comply with all applicable environmental laws, rules and regulations. This product was designed, manufactured and made available with...
Page 108: Appendix A Super Dlttape I And Super Dlttape Ii Data Cartridges
This appendix discusses Super DLTtape I and Super DLTtape II data cartridge information. Information in this appendix includes the following topics: • Recognizing Quantum Super DLTtape I and II Data Cartridges • Data Cartridge Handling Guidelines • Data Cartridge Inspection Procedure •...
Page 109: Recognizing Quantum Super Dlttape I And Ii Data Cartridges
This simplifies the integration of the SDLT 600 tape drive into existing operating environments and into automated tape libraries. The SDLT 600 tape drive is backward read compatible with Super DLTtape I data cartridges formatted in the SDLT 220 or SDLT 320 tape drive.
Page 110: Data Cartridge Handling Guidelines
• Never stack the data cartridges in a stack of more than five. • When placing data cartridges in archival storage, be certain you stand each data cartridge vertically. • Do not carry data cartridges loosely in a box or any other container.
Page 111 SDLT 600 Product Manual Note: If storage or transportation of a data cartridge has exposed it to conditions outside the ambient values shown above, you should condition environment for a 24-hour period. • Maintain clean and smoke-free operating and storage environments.
Page 112: Data Cartridge Inspection Procedure
• If a data cartridge is dropped or subjected to some hard physical shock. • If the SDLT 600 tape drive becomes inoperable after loading a data cartridge. • If you receive a shipment of data cartridges that show any sign of shipping damage.
Page 113: Figure 22 Bottom View Of Super Dlttape Ii Data Cartridge
Figure 22 Bottom View of Super idge DLTtape II Data Cartr SDLT 600 Product Manual 5 See figure 23 and check the reel lock openings to ensure the small plastic tabs inside are partially visible. The reel locks are black. The reel locks can break if you drop the data cartridge.
Page 114: Figure 23 Super Dlttape Ii Data Cartridge Reel Locks
Reel Lock Reel Lock 6 Once again, look at the end of the data cartridge, holding it as shown figure Figure 24 Opening the Super DLTtape II Data Cartridge Door Tab in the door pivot notch SDLT 600 Product Manual...
Page 115: Data Cartridge Write-Protect Switch
Inside the Data Cartridge Door Leader bar Properly “toed” data cartridge buckling clips Data Cartridge Write-protect Switch SDLT 600 Product Manual 7 Open the data cartridge door by pressing on the tab in the door pivot notch as shown in figure leader.
Page 116: Figure 26 Write-Protect Switch On Super Dlttape Ii Data Cartridge
Super DLTtape II Data Cartridge Orange Indicator Rectangle Write-protect Switch SDLT 600 Product Manual drive, position the write-protect switch on the front of the data cartridge (figure 26) according to the type of operations you expect to perform. Slide LEFT to Enable Write-protection •...
Page 117: Table 37 Write-Protect Switch Positions
Table 37 Write-Protect Switch Positions SDLT 600 Product Manual Orange Write-protect Write-protect Switch Position Indicator Before Loading the Data Cartridge Enabled Visible (Slide switch to left) Disabled Not Visible (Slide switch to right) After Loading the Data Cartridge and During Operation...
Page 118: Loading A Data Cartridge
Loading a Data Cartridge Figure 27 Loading a Super DLTtape II Data Cartridge Data Cartridge SDLT 600 Product Manual Complete this subsection to load a data cartridge into the front of the tape drive; see figure 27 as needed. 1 Insert the data cartridge into the front of the tape drive, as shown in figure 2 Push the data cartridge fully into the tape drive.
Page 119: Unloading A Data Cartridge
Unloading a Data Cartridge SDLT 600 Product Manual Follow these steps to unload a data cartridge; see Remove the data cartridge from the tape drive BEFORE Caution: turning off host power. Failure to remove a data cartridge may result in data cartridge or tape drive damage.
Page 120: Appendix Bdlttape Vs1 Data Cartridge
SDLT 600 Product Manual The SDLT 600 tape drive is backward read compatible with DLTtape VS1 data cartridges formatted in the DLT VS 160 tape drive. Data backed up using a DLTtape VS1 data cartridge in a DLT VS160 tape drive is retrievable using the SDLT 600 tape drive.
Page 121: Data Cartridge Handling Guidelines
• Never stack the data cartridges in a stack of more than five. • When placing data cartridges in archival storage, be certain you stand each data cartridge vertically. • Do not carry data cartridges loosely in a box or any other container.
Page 122: Data Cartridge Inspection Procedure
• Do not insert any data cartridge that has been dropped into the SDLT 600 tape drive without at least a thorough visual inspection, as described in Data Cartridge Inspection Procedure dropped data cartridge may have dislodged, loosened, or damaged internal components.
Page 123: Figure 28 Bottom View Of Dlttape Vs1 Data Cartridge
• If a data cartridge is dropped or subjected to some hard physical shock. • If the SDLT 600 tape drive becomes inoperable after loading a data cartridge. • If you receive a shipment of data cartridges that show any sign of shipping damage.
Page 124: Figure 29 Dlttape Vs1 Data Cartridge Reel Locks
Figure 29 DLTtape VS1 Data Cartridge Reel Locks SDLT 600 Product Manual 5 See figure 29 and check the reel lock openings to ensure the small plastic tabs inside are partially visible. The reel locks are black. The reel locks can break if you drop the data cartridge.
Page 125: Figure 30 Faulty Data Cartridge Spring-Loaded Reel Hub
Spring-loaded Reel Hub Figure 31 Opening the DLTtape VS1 Data Cartridge Door SDLT 600 Product Manual Data cartridge hub is recessed slightly, and when pressed, does not return to a position that is flush with the plastic shell 7 Once again, look at the end of the data cartridge, holding it as shown...
Page 126: Figure 32 End View Of Dlttape Vs1 Data Cartridge (Tape Leader Loop In Its Correct Position)
VS1 Data Cartridge (Tape Leader Loop in its Correct Position) SDLT 600 Product Manual Data Cartridge 10 Inside the door, you will see the media and tape leader loop. The loop should stick up about an eighth of an inch when viewed from the edge;...
Page 127: Figure 33 Dlttape Vs1 Data Cartridges With Visible Damage
Figure 33 DLTtape VS1 Data Cartridges with Visible Damage SDLT 600 Product Manual Broken tape leader loop Swallowed tape leader loop Loose media inside the data cartridge 13 Finally, check for proper operation of the data cartridge’s write- protect switch (see...
Page 128: Data Cartridge Write-Protect Switch
34) according to the type of operations you expect to perform. Since the DLTtape VS1 data cartridge is a read-only data cartridge when used in the SDLT 600 tape drive, the write-protect switch (in this configuration) does not apply. • Slide the write-protect switch to the left to (you can read existing data;...
Page 129: Loading A Data Cartridge
Loading a Data Cartridge SDLT 600 Product Manual you move the write-protect switch to the left, a small is visible. This is your visual reminder that you cannot write data to the media. • Slide the write-protect switch to the right to...
Page 130: Unloading A Data Cartridge
Figure 35 Loading a DLTtape VS1 Data Cartridge Data Cartridge Unloading a Data Cartridge SDLT 600 Product Manual Tape Drive Complete this subsection to unload a data cartridge; see needed. Remove the data cartridge from the tape drive BEFORE Caution: turning off host power.
Page 131: Glossary
The following is an alphabetical list of specialized words and technical terms with their definitions, commonly used in the tape drive and tape media industry. (v.) To read, write, or update information on a storage medium, Access such as magnetic media. (n.) The operation of reading, writing, or updating stored information.
Page 132 BIOS with the hardware to support the transfer of information between various elements of the system, such as memory, disks, and peripheral devices. A sector or group of sectors. SDLT 600 supports block sizes up to Block 16 MB. Beginning of Media or Beginning of Tape. The physical BOM or BOT beginning of the media.
Page 133 SDLT 600 Product Manual At media insertion, the cartridge receiver assembly is Cartridge Receiver responsible for guiding the media into its operating position, opening the door, unlocking the cartridge brakes, and securing the media for operation. At media ejection, the cartridge receiver assembly reverses the process and automatically ejects the cartridge a fixed distance from the front of the tape drive.
Page 134 SCSI bus to operate reliably over greater distances at a higher speed. Digital Linear Tape. Quantum’s firmware compliance management function of DLTIce DLTSage, which provides secure archival functionality to the tape drive and tape cartridges.
Page 135 SDLT 600 Product Manual A message that occurs when there is a loss of ability to interpret Error recorded data; usually because of magnetic issues or defects in or on the media. An Electrostatic Discharge is a sudden flow of electric current through a material that is normally an insulator.
Page 136 SDLT 600 Product Manual The tiny electromagnetic coil and metal pole used to create and Head read back the magnetic patterns on the media. Also known as the read/ write head. An ASIC (Application Specific Integrated Circuit) for the SDLT HiFN that handles data compression.
Page 137 µM a metre (1 × 10 m), equivalent to one thousandth of a millimeter. Medium Auxiliary Memory (MAM) is an SDLT 600 tape drive feature that provides information on the status and prior use history of an DLTtape cartridge. Megabyte SI —...
Page 138 Also see Advanced Printed Wiring Assembly. An Application Specific Integrated Circuit (ASIC) for the SDLT 600 tape drive. To replace data on the hard drive with data obtained from Restore another media device.
Page 139 (See also Native Capacity.) An SDLT 600 tape drive SCSI interface that provides a low- Ultra320 voltage differential (LVD) mode running up to 160 MB/sec.
Page 140 WEEE and create sustainable development programs to design more easily reusable and recyclable products. Write Once Read Many is a functionality, which provides secure WORM archived records needed for government compliance. An Application Specific Integrated Circuit (ASIC) for the SDLT 600 tape drive.
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Quantum SDLT 600 User Manual

Preface

Chapter 1 Tape Drive Product Information

Chapter 2 SDLT 600 Tape Drive Specifications

SDLT 600 Tape Drive Specifications Product Specifications

Chapter 3 Installing Your Tape Drive

Installing Your Tape Drive Warranty Note

Chapter 4 Using Your Tape Drive

Chapter 5 Regulatory Compliance

Appendix A Super Dlttape I and Super Dlttape II Data Cartridges

Appendix Bdlttape VS1 Data Cartridge

Glossary

Quick Links

Troubleshooting

Related Manuals for Quantum SDLT 600

Summary of Contents for Quantum SDLT 600

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