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Bull ESCALA Power7 E2-700 Manual

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  • Page 1 E2-700, E2-700T, E2-705, E2-705T, E2-715, E2-715T, E4-700, E4-700T, E4-705 or E4-715 Managing devices REFERENCE 86 A1 74FG 04...
  • Page 3 ESCALA Models Reference The ESCALA Power7 publications concern the following models: Bull Escala E1-700 / E3-700 (31E/2B ,8231-E2B) Bull Escala E1-705 (31E/1C, 8231-E1C) Bull Escala E1-715 (31E/1D, 8231-E1D) Bull Escala E3-705 (31E/2C, 8231-E2C) Bull Escala E3-715 (31E/2D, 8231-E2D) Bull Escala E2-700 / E2-700T...
  • Page 4 Quoting of brand and product names is for information purposes only and does not represent trademark misuse. The information in this document is subject to change without notice. Bull will not be liable for errors contained herein, or for incidental or consequential damages in connection with the use of this material.

  • Page 5: Table Of Contents

    Contents Safety notices ....... . . v Managing devices ....... 1 Managing tape drives .
  • Page 6 Status lights (FC EU16) . 65 Tape cartridges (FC EU16) . 67 Resetting the tape drive . . 68 160/320 GB DAT320 SAS tape drive (FC 5661). . 69 Cleaning the tape drive (FC 5661) . . 70 Loading and unloading tape cartridges . .

  • Page 7: Safety Notices

    Safety notices Safety notices may be printed throughout this guide. v DANGER notices call attention to a situation that is potentially lethal or extremely hazardous to people. v CAUTION notices call attention to a situation that is potentially hazardous to people because of some existing condition.
  • Page 8 DANGER When working on or around the system, observe the following precautions: Electrical voltage and current from power, telephone, and communication cables are hazardous. To avoid a shock hazard: v Connect power to this unit only with the provided power cord. Do not use the provided power cord for any other product.
  • Page 9 Observe the following precautions when working on or around your IT rack system: v Heavy equipment–personal injury or equipment damage might result if mishandled. v Always lower the leveling pads on the rack cabinet. v Always install stabilizer brackets on the rack cabinet. v To avoid hazardous conditions due to uneven mechanical loading, always install the heaviest devices in the bottom of the rack cabinet.
  • Page 10 CAUTION: Removing components from the upper positions in the rack cabinet improves rack stability during relocation. Follow these general guidelines whenever you relocate a populated rack cabinet within a room or building: v Reduce the weight of the rack cabinet by removing equipment starting at the top of the rack cabinet.
  • Page 11 (L003) All lasers are certified in the U.S. to conform to the requirements of DHHS 21 CFR Subchapter J for class 1 laser products. Outside the U.S., they are certified to be in compliance with IEC 60825 as a class 1 laser product.
  • Page 12 CAUTION: Data processing environments can contain equipment transmitting on system links with laser modules that operate at greater than Class 1 power levels. For this reason, never look into the end of an optical fiber cable or open receptacle. (C027) CAUTION: This product contains a Class 1M laser.

  • Page 13: Managing Devices

    Managing devices Learn about managing media and communications devices. The topic contains reference information that information technology (IT) personnel and service representatives can use to learn about using and managing the following removable media devices and communication devices. You can also find specifications and installation notes for specific devices. Note: The following features are the electromagnetic compatibility (EMC) Class B features.
  • Page 14 agreement. If a tape drive stops functioning due to a component failure during the tape drive warranty or maintenance time, the tape drive supplier will replace the tape drive unit. The tape drive supplier will replace any defective tape drive under the terms and conditions of the warranty or service agreement. The tape drive is a streaming device used primarily for: v Saving and restoring system data files v Archiving important records...

  • Page 15: Tape Drive Media

    and causes errors in reading and writing. Customers are responsible to clean the tape drive in accordance with the cleaning information that was provided with the tape drive. Cleaning cartridges can be used a limited number of times. After a cleaning cartridge has been used to its maximum number of times, the cartridge is considered expired.
  • Page 16 Cleaning cartridge Use the specially labeled cleaning cartridge to clean the device. Attention: Use of other than the specified cleaning cartridge can damage your device and might void your warranty. To order additional cartridges, refer to Ordering tape cartridges. Recommendations for data cartridge usage The following list describes recommended guidelines that will help to protect your data and prolong the life of your tape cartridges and the device: v Use only the tape cartridge specified for your type of tape device.
  • Page 17 Retrieval of archived data can be performed on a tape unit that is clean and fully operational. Try to make the recovery environment the same as the operating environment. Allow tapes at least 24 hours to acclimatize to the environment of the tape unit. The recommended environment for storage and shipment of cartridges is shown in Table 1.
  • Page 18 Ordering tape and data cartridges All tape cartridges are not alike. The tape composition and length, and the construction of the cartridge itself can all affect the quality and capacity of the recording and the performance of your tape drive. A poor quality tape cartridge might appear to work adequately in your system, yet it can leave contamination in the tape path or impede the speed of the recording.
  • Page 19 Table 4. Recommended VXA X-type data cartridges (continued) Part number Type of cartridge Length 24R2134 20/40 GB X6* VXA Data Cartridge 62 m (203 ft) 24R2135 VXA X6* Test Cartridge 62 m (203 ft) 24R2138 VXA 20 X Cleaning Cartridge Note: *X type media requires a minimum microcode level of 2105.

  • Page 20: Preparing The Tape Drive For Installation

    Table 7. RDX data cartridges (continued) Feature code IBM part number Type of cartridge EU01 46C2335 1 TB RDX Removable Hard Disk Cartridge EU15 46C2831 1.5 TB RDX Removable Hard Disk Cartridge Preparing the tape drive for installation Find what you need to know before you install a SCSI tape drive. Handling recommendations Attention: Be sure to read these instructions before you remove the device from its anti-static bag or any time you handle it.

  • Page 21: 3.0 Tb Ultrium 5 Sas Tape Drive (Fc 5638)

    1.5/3.0 TB Ultrium 5 SAS tape drive (FC 5638) Learn about the features of this media device. Description The Ultrium 5 serial attached SCSI (SAS) tape drive is a half-high tape drive designed for Open Systems backup and restore applications. These files can include multimedia, imaging, transaction processing, large databases, and other storage-intensive applications.

  • Page 22: Eject Button Functions On The Tape Drive (Fc 5638)

    Related information Your package contains the following items: v The tape drive v Media kit containing: – One cleaning cartridge – One test tape v Specific hardware for attaching the drive to your specific system, as detailed on the parts listing provided with your drive.

  • Page 23: Status Lights (Fc 5638)

    Table 8. Eject button functions on the tape drive (continued) Function How to start the function Force a drive dump (part of the maintenance mode) Attention: If the drive detects a permanent error and displays an error code, it automatically forces a drive dump (also known as a save of the firmware trace).
  • Page 24 1. The recommended preventative maintenance cleaning frequency is approximately 100 tape motion hours or when the drive indicates cleaning is required. Tape motion hours are defined as the time the tape drive is moving tape. 2. When a fault occurs, the drive causes AIX to log an information error (TAPE_ERR6) in the AIX log, indicating that the tape drive needs to be cleaned.
  • Page 25 Table 10. Meaning of Status Lights and Single-character Display (SCD) (continued) If the green and the amber and the SCD is... and the SCD Dot Meaning Ready Status Fault Status is... Light is... Light is... Off/On Off/On Displaying During power on, or a drive reset, the random segments drive front panel will display drive / Blank /...
  • Page 26 Table 11. LTO-5 Tape Drive Error Codes (continued) Error Code Cause and Action Temperature problem. The tape drive detected that the recommended operating temperature was exceeded. Perform one or more of the following actions: v Ensure that the cooling fan is rotating and is quiet. If not, refer to your enclosure documentation.
  • Page 27 Table 11. LTO-5 Tape Drive Error Codes (continued) Error Code Cause and Action Firmware or hardware problem. The tape drive determined that a firmware or tape drive hardware failure occurred. Perform the following action: v Collect a drive dump from one of the following: Note: Do not force a new dump;...
  • Page 28 Table 11. LTO-5 Tape Drive Error Codes (continued) Error Code Cause and Action Tape drive or media error. The tape drive determined that an error occurred, but it cannot isolate the error to faulty hardware or to the tape cartridge. Ensure the tape cartridge is the correct media type: v Ultrium -1 and Ultrium -2 tape cartridges are not supported in Ultrium-5 tape drives.
  • Page 29 Table 11. LTO-5 Tape Drive Error Codes (continued) Error Code Cause and Action For Problems with Reading Data: If the problem occurred while the tape drive was reading data from the tape, perform one of the following procedures: v If another tape drive is available, insert the cartridge into the other unit and retry the operation.
  • Page 30 Table 11. LTO-5 Tape Drive Error Codes (continued) Error Code Cause and Action Media error. The tape drive determined an error occurred because of a faulty tape cartridge or an invalid tape cartridge. Ensure the tape cartridge is the correct media type: v Ultrium -1 and Ultrium -2 tape cartridges are not supported in Ultrium-5 tape drives.
  • Page 31 Table 11. LTO-5 Tape Drive Error Codes (continued) Error Code Cause and Action Degraded operation. The tape drive determined that a problem occurred which degraded the operation of the tape drive, but it did not restrict continued use. If the problem persists, determine whether the problem is with the drive or the media.
  • Page 32 Table 11. LTO-5 Tape Drive Error Codes (continued) Error Code Cause and Action The tape drive needs to be cleaned. Clean the tape drive. The error code clears when you clean the tape drive or place it in maintenance mode. Fiber AL_PA conflict.

  • Page 33: Tape Cartridges (Fc 5638)

    Table 11. LTO-5 Tape Drive Error Codes (continued) Error Code Cause and Action Write operation to a write protected cartridge has been attempted (this includes any attempt to overwrite a WORM protected tape). Ensure the tape cartridge is the correct media type. Writes to Ultrium-2 tape cartridges are not supported in Ultrium-5 tape drives.

  • Page 34: Cleaning The Tape Drive (Fc 5638)

    Cleaning the tape drive (FC 5638) You will need to clean your tape drive. Use the procedure in this topic to perform this task. About this task Clean the LTO-5 tape drive whenever C displays on the Single-character Display and the Status Light is flashing amber once per second or when a system I/O error related to the device occurs.

  • Page 35: Loading And Unloading Tape Cartridges

    4. Slide the cartridge into the opening on the front of the LTO tape drive, as indicated by the arrow on the cartridge. Push the cartridge fully into the drive until the cartridge is engaged and the activity LED flashes green. Results After the cleaning cartridge has been inserted, the remainder of the cleaning process is automatic.

  • Page 36: Maintenance Mode (Fc 5638)

    About this task To unload a tape cartridge, complete the following steps: Procedure 1. Make sure that the tape device power is on. 2. Press the Unload button. The device rewinds, unloads, and ejects the tape cartridge. The process might take from 15 seconds to several minutes, depending on the position of the tape and the amount of data written.
  • Page 37 After the last maintenance function is reached, the display code wraps to 0. Unassigned digits (B, D, and G) are not displayed when the options are incremented. The following table lists the maintenance functions. Table 13. Maintenance functions Maintenance functions Display code Normal mode None...

  • Page 38: Resetting The Tape Drive

    display indicates the reason for the error by displaying an error code. For a meaning of status lights and single-character display, see Table 10 on page 12. Exiting maintenance mode The drive must be in maintenance mode to run drive diagnostics or maintenance functions. To exit maintenance mode: 1.
  • Page 39 Performing the test Follow these steps to perform the test: Attention: Use a blank data cartridge to perform the test. During the test, the tape will be overwritten with a test pattern and all data on the tape will be destroyed. 1.

  • Page 40: 6.25 Tb Ultrium 6 Sas Tape Drive (Fc Eu11)

    Table 14. Interpreting the results of the self-test (continued) Result Description Incorrect cartridge When an incorrect tape cartridge is used for the test, the cartridge is unloaded, the yellow Fault LED remains on, and a P, 7, or J is displayed in the SCD. This can happen if the cartridge is: v Write-protected (P is displayed in the SCD.) v Damaged (7 is displayed in the SCD.)

  • Page 41: Eject Button Functions On The Tape Drive (Fc Eu11)

    Table 15. 2.5/6.25 TB Ultrium 6 SAS tape drive features (continued) Feature Description Tools The following tools and documentation are needed to complete the installation: v A flat-blade screwdriver (if this device is not an auto-docking feature on your system) v Your system unit documentation, including any service documentation v Your operating system documentation Contact the place of purchase if an item is missing or damaged.

  • Page 42: Status Lights (Fc Eu11)

    Table 16. Eject button functions on the tape drive (continued) Function How to start the function Place the tape drive in maintenance mode Ensure that the drive is unloaded. Then, press and hold the Unload Button for 6 seconds. The drive is in maintenance mode when the status light becomes solid amber and 0 is shown in the SCD.
  • Page 43 Figure 2. Front view of a half-high LTO tape drive Eject button Ready LED Encrypt LED Fault LED Single-character display (SCD) SCD light Note: 1. The preventative maintenance cleaning frequency is approximately 100 tape motion hours or when the drive indicates that cleaning is required. Tape motion hours are defined as the time the tape drive is moving tape.
  • Page 44 Table 18. Meaning of status lights and single-character display (SCD) Green ready Amber fault SCD Dot Meaning status light status light The drive has no power or is powered off. Solid green The drive is powered on and in an idle state.
  • Page 45 Table 18. Meaning of status lights and single-character display (SCD) (continued) Green ready Amber fault SCD Dot Meaning status light status light Solid amber Displaying C The drive is requesting a cartridge to be loaded. Flashing amber A drive dump is in the flash memory. (twice per second) Table 19.
  • Page 46 Table 19. LTO-6 tape drive error codes (continued) Error Code Cause and action Firmware problem. The tape drive detected that a firmware error occurred. Complete the following actions: v Collect a drive dump from one of the following: Note: Do not force a new dump. The tape drive has already created one.
  • Page 47 Table 19. LTO-6 tape drive error codes (continued) Error Code Cause and action Tape drive or media error. The tape drive detected that an error occurred, but it cannot isolate the error to faulty hardware or to the tape cartridge. Ensure the tape cartridge is the correct media type: v Ultrium-1, Ultrium-2, and Ultrium-3 tape cartridges are not supported in Ultrium-6 tape drives.
  • Page 48 Table 19. LTO-6 tape drive error codes (continued) Error Code Cause and action For Problems with Reading Data: If the problem occurred while the tape drive was reading data from the tape, perform one of the following procedures: v If another tape drive is available, insert the cartridge into the other unit and retry the operation.
  • Page 49 Table 19. LTO-6 tape drive error codes (continued) Error Code Cause and action Media error. The tape drive detected an error occurred because of a faulty tape cartridge or an invalid tape cartridge. Ensure that the tape cartridge is the correct media type: v Ultrium-1, Ultrium-2, and Ultrium-3 tape cartridges are not supported in Ultrium-6 tape drives.
  • Page 50 Table 19. LTO-6 tape drive error codes (continued) Error Code Cause and action Degraded operation. The tape drive detected that a problem occurred that degraded the operation of the tape drive, but it did not restrict continued use. If the problem persists, determine whether the problem is with the drive or the media.
  • Page 51 Table 19. LTO-6 tape drive error codes (continued) Error Code Cause and action The tape drive needs to be cleaned. Clean the tape drive. The error code clears when you clean the tape drive or place it in maintenance mode. Fiber AL_PA conflict.

  • Page 52: Tape Cartridges (Fc Eu11)

    Table 19. LTO-6 tape drive error codes (continued) Error Code Cause and action Write operation to a write-protected cartridge has been attempted (this includes any attempt to overwrite a WORM-protected tape). Ensure that the tape cartridge is the correct media type. Write operations to Ultrium-4 tape cartridges are not supported in Ultrium-6 tape drives.

  • Page 53: Cleaning The Tape Drive (Fc Eu11)

    v To disable data recording, slide the write-protect switch to the right so that the locked icon is shown on the switch. Figure 3. Setting the Write-Protect switch Cleaning the tape drive (FC EU11) You will need to clean your tape drive. Use the procedure in this topic to perform this task. About this task Clean the LTO-6 tape drive whenever C is displayed on the single-character display and the status light is flashing amber once per second or when a system I/O error related to the device occurs.

  • Page 54: Loading And Unloading Tape Cartridges

    3. Grasp the cleaning cartridge by the outer edges, with the label end out and the write-protect switch to the left. 4. Slide the cartridge into the opening on the front of the LTO tape drive, as indicated by the arrow on the cartridge.

  • Page 55: Unloading A Tape Cartridge

    Results To indicate that the load operation was successful, the ready status light comes on. Unloading a tape cartridge: About this task To unload a tape cartridge, complete the following steps: Procedure 1. Make sure that the tape device power is on. 2.
  • Page 56 Scrolling through maintenance options With the drive in maintenance mode, press the eject button at a rate of once per second. The single-character display code increments by one each time you press the eject button. Note: Do not press the eject button more frequently than once per second or the selected maintenance function processes instead of the desired scrolling operation.

  • Page 57: Resetting The Tape Drive

    Running a maintenance function To run the maintenance function indicated by the character on the single-character display, press and hold the eject button for 2 seconds. The single digit flashes the selected maintenance function code during the running of the operation. If the drive runs the function successfully, the single-character display indicates 0.
  • Page 58 Use this procedure to quickly perform a complete set of diagnostic tests on your LTO-6 tape drive, without impacting server operation. This 4-minute test can also be used to verify good performance of individual LTO tape cartridges. For an illustration of the tape drive and the LED status lights that are referred to in this procedure, see Figure 2 on page 31.
  • Page 59 Interpreting the results Table 23. Interpreting the results of the internal self-test Result Description Test passed When self-testing completes successfully and no problems are detected, the cartridge is unloaded from the drive and all LEDs are off. Proper functioning of both the drive and tape cartridge have been verified.

  • Page 60: 36/72 Gb Data72 4 Mm Internal Tape Drive (Fc 6258 Or 5907)

    36/72 GB Data72 4 mm internal tape drive (FC 6258 or 5907) Learn about the features of this media device. Note: FC 6258 is not supported for 02E/4B, 02E/4C, 02E/4D, 05F/6B, 05E/6C, or 05E/6D systems. Description The 36/72 GB Data72 4 mm Internal Tape Drive is a 5.25-inch, half-high, LVD or SAS drive, which provides a high capacity for save/restore and achieve functions.

  • Page 61: Cleaning The Tape Drive (Fc 6258 Or 5907)

    Note: FC 6258 is not supported for 02E/4B, 02E/4C, 02E/4D, 05F/6B, 05E/6C, or 05E/6D systems. Related information Your package contains the following items: v The tape drive v Media kit containing: – 1 cleaning cartridge – 1 test tape – Jumpers (located in a plastic bag) v Specific hardware for attaching the drive to your specific system, as detailed on the parts listing provided with your drive.

  • Page 62: Loading And Unloading Tape Cartridges

    v Loads the cleaning cartridge into the tape drive. v Cleans the drive by moving the cleaning tape forward for approximately 30 seconds. v Unloads the cleaning cartridge when the cleaning operation is complete. v Indicates a successful cleaning operation by turning off the Fault status light (if the Fault light was on prior to the cleaning process.

  • Page 63: Setting The Write-Protect Switch (Fc 6258 Or 5907)

    v The activity status light flashes during the unload operation. v The activity status light turns off when the cartridge is ejected from the tape drive. Results Attention: An emergency eject and reset feature can be used to release the tape cartridge and to reset the drive.
  • Page 64 Figure 4. Front view of tape drive Tape drive door Status lights Ready (green) Active (green) Fault (amber) Unload/Reset button The status lights and their ISO symbols are on the device as follows: Ready Ready (green) Activity Activity (green) Fault Fault (amber) The combinations of the lights and their definitions are shown in the following table.

  • Page 65: Tape Cartridges (Fc 6258 Or 5907)

    Table 24. Definition of status light combinations (continued) Ready Activity Fault Ready (green) Fault (amber) Activity (green) Definition One of the following conditions exists: v The power is off (Fault light is off). v The POST completed successfully, but no Off or On tape cartridge has been inserted.

  • Page 66: Resetting The Tape Drive

    Available tape cartridges Table 25. 4-mm Data Cartridges Part Number Type of Cartridge Native (uncompressed) Capacity 18P7912 DAT 72 Data Cartridge 36 GB 59H4456 4-mm Test Cartridge 21F8763 4-mm Cleaning Cartridge 59H3465 Data Cartridge DDS3 12 GB 59H4458 Data Cartridge DDS4 20 GB Most bulk eraser devices do not have the capability to erase the 4mm data cartridge.

  • Page 67: 80/160 Gb Dat160 Sas Tape Drive (Fc 5619)

    80/160 GB DAT160 SAS Tape Drive (FC 5619) Learn about the features of this media device. Description The 80/160 GB DAT160 SAS Tape Drive is a 5.25-inch, half-high, SAS drive, which provides a high capacity for save/restore and achieve functions. To see an illustration of this drive, see Figure 5 on page 59.
  • Page 68 About this task Clean the device whenever the Fault status light comes on or a system I/O error related to the device occurs. Attention: Use only the recommended cleaning cartridge to clean the tape drive. Use of other than recommended cleaning cartridges can damage your drive and might void the warranty. The cleaning cartridge for this drive is P/N 23R5638.

  • Page 69: Loading And Unloading Tape Cartridges

    If you attempt to use a depleted cleaning cartridge, the drive automatically detects the error and ejects the cartridge. If the Cleaning status light was on prior to the cleaning process, it stays on; if the Cleaning light was off, the depleted cartridge causes the light to come on. If a system error occurs, clean the drive and retry the operation.

  • Page 70: Setting The Write-Protect Switch (Fc 5619)

    Results Attention: An emergency eject and reset feature can be used to release the tape cartridge and to reset the drive. Use the emergency eject feature if the cartridge does not move correctly or if the unload process fails. The emergency eject and reset feature procedure might result in loss of data. To perform an emergency eject operation of the tape cartridge or a reset operation of the drive, press and hold the Unload button for at least 10 seconds.
  • Page 71 Figure 5. Front-view of tape drive Cleaning LED (amber) Media fault LED (amber) Drive fault LED (amber) Ready/Activity LED (green) Unload/Reset button The combinations of the lights and their definitions are shown in the following table. Table 26. Definition of status light combinations Ready/Activity Media fault (amber) Drive fault (amber)

  • Page 72: Tape Cartridges (Fc 5619)

    Table 26. Definition of status light combinations (continued) Ready/Activity Media fault (amber) Drive fault (amber) Cleaning (amber) (green) Activity Unrecoverable media Flashing, on, or off failure Firmware download: download and Flashing Flashing reprogram Firmware download: See Data cartridge unloading possible unload Firmware download: reset in 1 second Firmware download:...

  • Page 73: Resetting The Tape Drive

    Available tape cartridges Table 27. 4 mm data cartridges part number Type of cartridge 23R5635 (cartridge feature code 5689) DAT160 80 GB Data Cartridge 23R5636 4 mm Test Cartridge 23R5638 4 mm Cleaning Cartridge (Only use the DAT160 cleaning cartridge on the DAT160 tape drive) Most bulk eraser devices do not have the capability to erase the 4 mm data cartridge.

  • Page 74: 80/160 Gb Dat160 Usb Tape Drive (Fc Eu16)

    80/160 GB DAT160 USB Tape Drive (FC EU16) Learn about the features of this media device. Description The 80/160 GB DAT160 USB Tape Drive is a 5.25-inch, half-high, USB drive, which provides a high capacity for save/restore and achieve functions. To see an illustration of this drive, see Figure 5 on page 59.
  • Page 75 About this task Clean the device whenever the Fault status light comes on or a system I/O error related to the device occurs. Attention: Use only the recommended cleaning cartridge to clean the tape drive. Use of other than recommended cleaning cartridges can damage your drive and might void the warranty. The cleaning cartridge for this drive is P/N 23R5638.

  • Page 76: Loading And Unloading Tape Cartridges

    If you attempt to use a depleted cleaning cartridge, the drive automatically detects the error and ejects the cartridge. If the Cleaning status light was on prior to the cleaning process, it stays on; if the Cleaning light was off, the depleted cartridge causes the light to come on. If a system error occurs, clean the drive and retry the operation.

  • Page 77: Setting The Write-Protect Switch (Fc Eu16)

    Results Attention: An emergency eject and reset feature can be used to release the tape cartridge and to reset the drive. Use the emergency eject feature if the cartridge does not move correctly or if the unload process fails. The emergency eject and reset feature procedure might result in loss of data. To perform an emergency eject operation of the tape cartridge or a reset operation of the drive, press and hold the Unload button for at least 10 seconds.
  • Page 78 Figure 6. Front-view of tape drive Cleaning LED (amber) Media fault LED (amber) Drive fault LED (amber) Ready/Activity LED (green) Unload/Reset button The combinations of the lights and their definitions are shown in the following table. Table 28. Definition of status light combinations Ready/Activity Media fault (amber) Drive fault (amber)

  • Page 79: Tape Cartridges (Fc Eu16)

    Table 28. Definition of status light combinations (continued) Ready/Activity Media fault (amber) Drive fault (amber) Cleaning (amber) (green) Activity Unrecoverable media Flashing, on, or off failure Firmware download: download and Flashing Flashing reprogram Firmware download: See Data cartridge unloading possible unload Firmware download: reset in 1 second Firmware download:...

  • Page 80: Resetting The Tape Drive

    Available tape cartridges Table 29. 4 mm data cartridges part number Type of cartridge 23R5635 (cartridge feature code 5689) DAT160 80 GB Data Cartridge 23R5636 4 mm Test Cartridge 23R5638 4 mm Cleaning Cartridge (Only use the DAT160 cleaning cartridge on the DAT160 tape drive) Most bulk eraser devices do not have the capability to erase the 4 mm data cartridge.

  • Page 81: 160/320 Gb Dat320 Sas Tape Drive (Fc 5661)

    160/320 GB DAT320 SAS tape drive (FC 5661) Learn about the features of this media device. Description The 160/320 GB DAT320 SAS Tape Drive is a 5.25-inch, half-high, SAS drive, which provides a high capacity for save/restore and achieve functions. To see an illustration of this drive, see Figure 7 on page 73.

  • Page 82: Cleaning The Tape Drive (Fc 5661)

    Cleaning the tape drive (FC 5661) You will need to clean your tape drive. Use the procedure in this topic to perform this task. About this task Clean the device whenever the Fault status light comes on or a system I/O error related to the device occurs.

  • Page 83: Loading And Unloading Tape Cartridges

    v Indicates a successful cleaning operation by turning off the Cleaning status light (if the Cleaning light was on prior to the cleaning process. Otherwise, the Cleaning light remains solid to indicate that the cleaning cartridge is no longer usable. Obtain a new cleaning cartridge and repeat the process.) Note: If the cleaning operation completes but the Cleaning light remains on, repeat the cleaning procedure with a new cleaning cartridge.

  • Page 84: Setting The Write-Protect Switch (Fc 5661)

    Results Attention: An emergency eject and reset feature can be used to release the tape cartridge and to reset the drive. Use the emergency eject feature if the cartridge does not move correctly or if the unload process fails. The emergency eject and reset feature procedure might result in loss of data. To perform an emergency eject operation of the tape cartridge or a reset operation of the drive, press and hold the Unload button for at least 10 seconds.
  • Page 85 Figure 7. Front view of tape drive Cleaning LED (amber) Media fault LED (amber) Drive fault LED (amber) Encrypt LED (blue) Ready/Activity LED (green) Unload/Reset button The combinations of the lights and their definitions are shown in the following table. Table 30.
  • Page 86 Table 30. Definition of status light combinations (continued) Ready/ Tape fault Drive fault Cleaning Encrypt fault Activity (amber) (amber) (amber) (blue) (green) Activity Flash_2Hz or Unrecoverable media failure on or off Firmware download Unload (if cartridge present) See: Data Cartridge Unloading Download and reprogram Flash_8Hz Flash_8Hz...

  • Page 87: Tape Cartridges (Fc 5661)

    Table 30. Definition of status light combinations (continued) Ready/ Tape fault Drive fault Cleaning Encrypt fault Activity (amber) (amber) (amber) (blue) (green) Activity CLEAN_LED activation in this state means the drive needs cleaning. It will be set due to hard or soft errors. It is cleared upon successful cleaning cartridge usage.

  • Page 88: 160/320 Gb Dat320 Usb Tape Drive (Fc 5673)

    About this task Use this information to reset your tape drive, without affecting server operation. Allow up to 2 minutes for the entire tape drive process to complete. Attention: Resetting a tape drive before the current backup operation has completed can cause loss of customer data.

  • Page 89: Cleaning The Tape Drive (Fc 5673)

    Media This tape drive uses 4 mm data cartridges for saving and restoring system data. It is designed to use only DDS (Digital Data Storage) data cartridges. The cartridges are identified by one of the following DDS symbols: The tape drive reads and writes data to tape cartridges that are in the DAT160 or DAT320 format.

  • Page 90: Loading And Unloading Tape Cartridges

    Procedure 1. Make sure that the power is on for the tape drive. 2. If a tape cartridge is in the tape drive, eject and remove the cartridge. 3. Grasp the cleaning cartridge by the outer edges, with the window-side up and the write-protect switch facing you.

  • Page 91: Unloading A Tape Cartridge

    Results To indicate that the load operation was successful, the ready status light comes on. Unloading a tape cartridge: About this task To unload a tape cartridge, complete the following steps: Procedure 1. Make sure that the tape device power is on. 2.

  • Page 92: Status Lights (Fc 5673)

    When the switch is set to the right, data can be written to and read from the tape. When the switch is set to the left, data can only be read. Status lights (FC 5673) You might need to read the status lights on your tape drive to determine the operating status of the drive.
  • Page 93 Table 32. Definition of status light combinations Ready/ Tape fault Drive fault Cleaning Encrypt fault Activity (amber) (amber) (amber) (blue) (green) Activity Power on LED test (5 seconds) Power on self-test (POST) activity Flash_2Hz POST failed Flash_2Hz POST passed or off Data cartridge Loading or off...
  • Page 94 Table 32. Definition of status light combinations (continued) Ready/ Tape fault Drive fault Cleaning Encrypt fault Activity (amber) (amber) (amber) (blue) (green) Activity In progress See Data cartridge: loading Flash_4Hz Normal Flash_4Hz Using tape with Passed , tape Normal Flash_4Hz diagnostic tape ejected See Data cartridge: ejected...

  • Page 95: Tape Cartridges (Fc 5673)

    Table 32. Definition of status light combinations (continued) Ready/ Tape fault Drive fault Cleaning Encrypt fault Activity (amber) (amber) (amber) (blue) (green) Activity CLEAN_LED activation in this state means the drive needs cleaning. It will be set due to hard or soft errors. It is cleared upon successful cleaning cartridge usage.

  • Page 96: Managing Dvd Drives

    About this task Use this information to reset your tape drive, without affecting server operation. Allow up to 2 minutes for the entire tape drive process to complete. Attention: Resetting a tape drive before the current backup operation has completed can cause loss of customer data.

  • Page 97: Sata Slimline Dvd-Rom Drive (Fc 5743)

    Specifications v FRU part number: 42R7970 v Custom card identification number (CCIN): 6331 v Media: – Reads CD-ROM, CD-R, CD-RW, DVD-ROM, and DVD-RAM discs – Writes 4.7 GB DVD-RAM discs v Interface: IDE/ATAPI v Interface: parallel IDE v Connector: Ultraslim enhanced (USE) v Loading tray: supports 12 cm and 8 cm discs v Operating positions: vertical or horizontal (8 cm discs require horizontal operation) v Form factor: 12.7 mm Slimline...

  • Page 98: Sata Slimline Dvd-Ram Drive (Fc 5771)

    Specifications v FRU part number: 44V4220 v Custom card identification number (CCIN): 6331 model 004 v Media: – Reads CD-ROM, CD-R, CD-RW, DVD-ROM, and DVD-RAM discs – Writes 4.7 GB DVD-RAM discs v Interface: SATA v Connector: Slimline SATA v Connector: SATA v Loading tray: supports 12 cm and 8 cm discs v Operating positions: vertical or horizontal (8 cm discs require horizontal operation) v Form factor: 12.7 mm Slimline...

  • Page 99: Opening A Dvd Tray Manually

    Restrictions on using DVD media Correct ways to handle DVD media: 1. Handle media by the outer edge or the center hole. 2. Store media in jewel cases specified for DVDs. 3. Return media to storage cases immediately after use to minimize the effects of environmental changes. 4.

  • Page 100: Managing Diskette Drives

    1. Use the tip of a ballpoint pen to push the locking pin up and out of the disc cartridge. 2. Use the tip of a ballpoint pen to push down on the lock button while pulling the cartridge lid open. 3.

  • Page 101: Managing Removable Disk Drives

    Installation To install this external USB 1.44 MB diskette drive, complete the following steps: 1. Unpack the device and ensure you have all the cables and parts. removal 2. Connect the USB cables to an available USB port on the system unit. 3.
  • Page 102 internal drives. Figure 9. Internal drive, front view Emergency eject hole Cartridge indicator light Eject button and power indicator light Figure 10. Rear view and connectors on the internal drive Power connector USB connector Feature codes and part numbers Learn about the feature codes (FCs) and part numbers for the USB Removable Disk Drive. Managing devices...
  • Page 103 FC 1103 - USB Internal Docking Station for Removable Disk Drive FC 1103 uses an internal USB cable to connect to the internal USB port on the control panel of a system that supports this feature. The USB and power cable are included in the feature code. FC 1103 provides the following parts: 46C5370 (FRU: 46C5380) - USB Internal docking station 46K7435 - Internal USB cable (12 inch)
  • Page 104 Note: A single mounting clip (74Y5182) is provided with the system and is not part of this FC 5263. Removable disk drives Table 34. Removable disk drives Feature code Part number Description 1106 46C5375 160 GB Removable Disk Drive 1107 46C5379 500 GB Removable Disk Drive EU01...
  • Page 105 USB Removable Disk Drive Operating conditions Non-operating conditions Altitude –300 to 3048 m (10,000 ft) –300 to 12,192 m (40,000 ft) Supported operating systems USB Removable Disk Drive is supported on the following versions of operating systems: v AIX 5L Version 5.3 with the 5300-11 Technology Level, or later ®...
  • Page 106 Setting the write-protect switch The removable disk drives have a red, write-protect tab that is located on the back of the drive. To write-protect a drive, slide the write-protect tab toward the lock symbol. To disengage write protection, slide the tab to the unlock symbol. Using the emergency eject function To eject a removable disk drive, press the eject button.

  • Page 107: Rdx Usb External Dock (1104 And Eu04) And Rdx Removable Disk Drives (1106, 1107, Eu01, Eu08, And Eu15)

    RDX USB External Dock (1104 and EU04) and RDX Removable Disk Drives (1106, 1107, EU01, EU08, and EU15) Learn about the features of this drive. Description The USB removable disk drive consists of a docking station, which holds a removable disk drive. The docking station is available as an external device.
  • Page 108 FC 1104 - USB External Docking Station for Removable Disk Drive FC 1104 uses an external USB cable to connect to an external USB port. The 1104 feature code includes a USB cable, an external power supply, and a power cord as part of the feature code. FC 1104 provides the following parts: 46C5381 - USB external docking station 44E8889 - External USB cable...
  • Page 109 Note: When the USB port on the control panel is used for the docking station, the port is disabled for any other use. This information does not apply to the 31E/2B, 31E/1C, 31E/1D, 31E/2C, or 31E/2D system. Note: Specifications Interface USB 2.0 Mksysb Bootable...
  • Page 110 complete the removable disk drive can be used to boot the system. If you mount the removable disk drive, you can display and copy files to and from the UDF file system on the removable disk drive. The AIX tar, backup, restore, dd, and cpio commands can write to the removable disk drive as a raw device or non raw device.

  • Page 111: Rdx Sata Internal Dock (Eu07) And Rdx Removable Disk Drives (1106, 1107, Eu01, Eu08, And Eu15)

    ® Table 38. Power indicator (continued) Indicator status Meaning Description Steady green Ready Power is on and the docking station is working correctly. Flashing green Ejecting Cartridge is ejecting. Flashing amber Fault Docking station has detected a fault condition with the docking station. Removable disk drive indicator The disk drive has an indicator light that displays the status of the drive.
  • Page 112 Figure 13. Internal drive, front view Emergency eject hole Cartridge indicator light Eject button and power indicator light Figure 14. Rear view and connector on the internal drive Feature codes and part numbers Learn about the feature codes (FCs) and part numbers for the SATA Removable Disk Drive. FC EU07 - SATA Internal Docking Station for Removable Disk Drive FC EU07 uses an internal SATA cable to connect to the internal SATA port on the control panel of a system that supports this feature.
  • Page 113 44V3429 - Two drive slide assembly rails 1621187 - Four flat blade screws Removable disk drives Table 40. Removable disk drives Feature code Part number Description 1106 46C5375 160 GB Removable Disk Drive 1107 46C5379 500 GB Removable Disk Drive EU01 46C2335 1 TB Removable Disk Drive...
  • Page 114 Note: If power is lost during a backup to the disk, the data can be compromised. Verify the data or rerun the backup. Using the drive with IBM i IBM i configures the drive as a removable media drive with a name in the format RMSxx, for example, RMS01.
  • Page 115 The disk drive has an indicator light that displays the status of the drive. The following table describes the operation of the drive indicator. Table 42. Cartridge indicator Indicator status Meaning Description Not ready Drive is not inserted correctly or the docking station has no power.
  • Page 116 Managing devices...

  • Page 117: Notices

    Notices This information was developed for products and services offered in the U.S.A. The manufacturer may not offer the products, services, or features discussed in this document in other countries. Consult the manufacturer's representative for information on the products and services currently available in your area.

  • Page 118: Trademarks

    This information is for planning purposes only. The information herein is subject to change before the products described become available. This information contains examples of data and reports used in daily business operations. To illustrate them as completely as possible, the examples include the names of individuals, companies, brands, and products.
  • Page 119 harmful interference when the equipment is operated in a commercial environment. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instruction manual, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. Operation of this equipment in a residential area is likely to cause harmful interference, in which case the user will be required to correct the interference at his own expense.
  • Page 120 This is a Class A product based on the standard of the VCCI Council. If this equipment is used in a domestic environment, radio interference may occur, in which case, the user may be required to take corrective actions. Japanese Electronics and Information Technology Industries Association (JEITA) Confirmed Harmonics Guideline (products less than or equal to 20 A per phase) Japanese Electronics and Information Technology Industries Association (JEITA) Confirmed Harmonics Guideline with Modifications (products greater than 20 A per...
  • Page 121 Electromagnetic Interference (EMI) Statement - Korea Germany Compliance Statement Deutschsprachiger EU Hinweis: Hinweis für Geräte der Klasse A EU-Richtlinie zur Elektromagnetischen Verträglichkeit Dieses Produkt entspricht den Schutzanforderungen der EU-Richtlinie 2004/108/EG zur Angleichung der Rechtsvorschriften über die elektromagnetische Verträglichkeit in den EU-Mitgliedsstaaten und hält die Grenzwerte der EN 55022 Klasse A ein.

  • Page 122: Class B Notices

    Generelle Informationen: Das Gerät erfüllt die Schutzanforderungen nach EN 55024 und EN 55022 Klasse A. Electromagnetic Interference (EMI) Statement - Russia Class B Notices The following Class B statements apply to features designated as electromagnetic compatibility (EMC) Class B in the feature installation information. Federal Communications Commission (FCC) statement 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.
  • Page 123 European Community Compliance Statement This product is in conformity with the protection requirements of EU Council Directive 2004/108/EC on the approximation of the laws of the Member States relating to electromagnetic compatibility. IBM cannot accept responsibility for any failure to satisfy the protection requirements resulting from a non-recommended modification of the product, including the fitting of non-IBM option cards.

  • Page 124: Terms And Conditions

    Germany Compliance Statement Deutschsprachiger EU Hinweis: Hinweis für Geräte der Klasse B EU-Richtlinie zur Elektromagnetischen Verträglichkeit Dieses Produkt entspricht den Schutzanforderungen der EU-Richtlinie 2004/108/EG zur Angleichung der Rechtsvorschriften über die elektromagnetische Verträglichkeit in den EU-Mitgliedsstaaten und hält die Grenzwerte der EN 55022 Klasse B ein. Um dieses sicherzustellen, sind die Geräte wie in den Handbüchern beschrieben zu installieren und zu betreiben.
  • Page 125 these publications, or reproduce, distribute or display these publications or any portion thereof outside your enterprise, without the express consent of the manufacturer. Rights: Except as expressly granted in this permission, no other permissions, licenses or rights are granted, either express or implied, to the Publications or any information, data, software or other intellectual property contained therein.
  • Page 126 Managing devices...
  • Page 128 Printed in USA...

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