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TANDBERG SDLT600 User Reference Manual

TANDBERG SDLT600 User Reference Manual

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  • Page 1 Tandberg SDLT600 User Reference Guide...
  • Page 2 User Manual Statements for Class A Equipment (Internal Tape System) This is a Class A product. This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class A digital device, pursuant to part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference when the equipment is operated in a commercial environment.

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Contents | SDLT 600 Tape Drive User Reference Guide Contents A Using the Tape Drive Handling the Tape Drive and Data Cartridges Interpreting the Front of the Tape Drive Loading and Unloading Data Cartridges Cleaning the Tape Heads B Using Data Cartridges Choosing Data Cartridges Write-protecting Data Cartridges Caring for Data Cartridges...
  • Page 4 Pointers for Using this Guide Pay attention to these points. They are important for tape drive operation. Follow these cross references for information on related topics.

  • Page 5: A Using The Tape Drive

    A1 | Handling the Tape Drive and Data Cartridges A Using the Tape Drive Handling the Tape Drive and Data Cartridges Handling the Tape Drive Receiver Area Do not carry the tape drive by inserting your fingers into the receiver area. You could damage the tape drive if you lift or carry it in this manner.
  • Page 6 Interpreting the Front of the Tape Drive | A2 Interpreting the Front of the Tape Drive Title Color/ Action Explanation Symbol This section describes the tape drive Drive Orange/ No cartridge is inserted, or an controls as well as tape drive and Density Green incompatible cartridge is inserted.

  • Page 7: A3 Loading And Unloading Data Cartridges

    A3 | Loading and Unloading Data Cartridges Loading and Unloading Data Cartridges To Load a Data Cartridge Insert the data cartridge into the receiver on the front of the tape drive. Push the cartridge completely into the receiver. The green Drive Status LED ( ) flashes as the tape loads.

  • Page 8: A4 Cleaning The Tape Heads

    Cleaning the Tape Heads | A4 Cleaning the Tape Heads Over time, ambient pollution and particulates in the environment Cleaning contaminate the tape heads. The tape drive indicates when Required cleaning is required by illuminating the yellow Cleaning Required LED. Do not clean the tape heads unless the Cleaning Required LED is illuminated.

  • Page 9: B Using Data Cartridges

    B1 | Choosing Data Cartridges B Using Data Cartridges Choosing Data Cartridges The SDLT 600 tape drive writes to Super DLTtape II data cartridges. The Super DLTtape II cartridge is blue and has a distinctive pattern molded into the plastic, along with the DLTtape logo.

  • Page 10: B2 Write-Protecting Data Cartridges

    Write-protecting Data Cartridges | B2 Write-protecting Data Cartridges To prevent accidental erasure of your data, each data cartridge has a write-protect switch. When active, this switch prevents the tape drive from writing data to the cartridge. For valuable data, always make sure the cartridge is write-protected before inserting it into the tape drive.

  • Page 11: B3 Caring For Data Cartridges

    B3 | Caring for Data Cartridges Caring for Data Cartridges Super DLTtape II data cartridges are engineered to be reliable, robust, and durable. They are manufactured to withstand 1,000,000 passes, and have a shelf life of 30 years. For best results, follow these guidelines for data cartridge handling and storage: Store data cartridges vertically in plastic cases.

  • Page 12: B4 Inspecting Data Cartridges

    Inspecting Data Cartridges | B4 Inspecting Data Cartridges Improper data cartridge handling is the primary reason for Check reel locks. tape drive problems. To avoid losing data or damaging the tape drive, inspect cartridges: Before loading a new cartridge After dropping a cartridge or subjecting it to physical shock When the tape drive becomes inoperable after loading a cartridge...

  • Page 13: C Connecting The Tape Drive

    C1 | Understanding the Tape Drive’s Interface C Connecting the Tape Drive Understanding the Tape Drive’s Interface The tabletop model of the SDLT 600 tape drive has an Ultra 160 SCSI interface. The internal model has either a Fibre Channel interface or an Ultra 160 SCSI interface. The Ultra 160 SCSI Interface Ultra 160 provides a low-voltage differential (LVD) mode running up to 160 MB/second and a single-ended (SE) mode...

  • Page 14: C2 Choosing Cables And Connectors

    Choosing Cables and Connectors | C2 Choosing Cables and Connectors This section describes the cables and connectors to use with the SDLT 600 tape drive. SCSI Cables and Connectors SCSI versions of the SDLT 600 tape drive have two high- density 68-pin SCSI connectors.

  • Page 15: C3 Setting The Scsi Id

    C3 | Setting the SCSI ID Setting the SCSI ID This section describes how to set the SCSI ID on the tabletop tape drive. For information about setting the SCSI ID on an internal tape drive, refer to the SDLT 600 Product Manual. Each device connected to a SCSI bus must have a unique SCSI ID number.

  • Page 16: C4 Connecting The Scsi Model As A Single Device

    Connecting the SCSI Model as a Single Device | C4 Connecting the SCSI Model as a Single Device The SDLT 600 tape drive performs best when it is the only device connected to the SCSI bus. If the SDLT 600 tape drive is the only SCSI device you intend to connect to the SCSI bus, follow these steps: Make sure the host computer and all peripheral devices...

  • Page 17: C5 Connecting The Scsi Model In A Daisy Chain

    C5 | Connecting the SCSI Model in a Daisy Chain Connecting the SCSI Model in a Daisy Chain If you are adding your SDLT 600 tape drive to a SCSI daisy chain, follow these steps: Terminate upper Ensure that all devices have unique SCSI IDs. SCSI port.

  • Page 18: C6 Connecting The Fibre Channel Model

    Connecting the Fibre Channel Model | C6 Connecting the Fibre Channel Model The Fibre Channel protocol and the SCSI protocol rely on different methods of addressing devices. Unlike the SCSI protocol, which uses fixed SCSI IDs, the Fibre Channel protocol uses different addressing depending on the type of topology used for the network: point-to-point, arbitrated loop, or fabric.

  • Page 19: D Troubleshooting Tape Drive Problems

    D1 | Using the Power-On Self-Test D Troubleshooting Tape Drive Problems Using the Power-On Self-Test The SDLT 600 tape drive performs a self-diagnostic test, called a Power-On Self-Test (POST), each time you power it on. This test helps you detect problems with your tape drive. POST completes in approximately 10 seconds.

  • Page 20: D2 General Troubleshooting

    ). If the link light is illuminated, you have a working connection with the Fibre Channel network. Ensure that your operating system (modules, patches, and drivers), backup software, and tape drive are compatible. Visit www.tandberg.com for the most current compatibility information.

  • Page 21: D3 Scsi Troubleshooting

    D3 | SCSI Troubleshooting SCSI Troubleshooting If the tape drive passes POST with no power or data cartridge problems, but is still performing poorly, check for the following SCSI issues. SCSI Troubleshooting Possible Problem Solution Your system is not configured to “see” Check your system and SCSI bus settings.

  • Page 22: D4 Checking For Tape Drive Errors

    You can find iTalk on the CD-ROM that accompanies the tape drive, or you can download it from www.tandberg.com (you must first register your tape drive on the web site). See iTalk’s online help for information about using the software.

  • Page 23: D5 Optimizing The Tape Drive

    D5 | Optimizing the Tape Drive Optimizing the Tape Drive Many factors contribute to SDLT 600 tape drive performance. Host system considerations include processor speed, block size, SCSI adapter performance, bus configurations, and software. If you are concerned about the performance of your SDLT 600 tape drive, check the following: Ensure that your tape drive is properly defined for the host system.

  • Page 24: E Tape Drive Information

    Specifications | E1 E Tape Drive Information Specifications This section lists dimensions, physical specifications, functional specifications, and maximum data transfer rates for the SDLT 600 tape drive. Maximum Data Transfer Rate The following table shows the maximum and burst data transfer rates for the SDLT 600 tape drive.

  • Page 25: E1 Specifications

    E1 | Specifications Physical Specifications The following table lists environmental operating limits and accuracy for the SDLT 600 tape drive. Data Integrity Error Type Frequency Detected, Recoverable < 1 error in 10 bytes read (ECC) Read Detected, Unrecoverable < 1 error in 10 bits read Read Undetected Read...
  • Page 26 Specifications | E1 Functional Specifications The following table lists capacity and life expectancy for the SuperDLTtape II cartridge, as well as tape drive performance characteristics. Super DLTtape II Cartridge Capacity Native 300 GB Compressed (2:1) 600 GB Super DLTtape II Life Expectancy 5,000 Cartridge load/unload cycles †...
  • Page 27 E1 | Specifications Dimensions, Part I The following table lists the dimensions for the internal and the tabletop tape drive. Dimension Internal Version Tabletop Version Height 82.55 mm (3.25 in.) without front bezel; 164.46 mm 85.73 mm (3.38 in.) with front bezel (6.48 in.) Width 146.05 mm (5.75 in.) behind front bezel;...
  • Page 28 Specifications | E1 Weight The following table lists the tape drive’s unpackaged weight and shipping weight. Internal and Library Version Tabletop Version Weight Unpackaged 2.38 kg (5 lbs 4 oz) 6.27 kg Weight (13 lbs 13 oz) Shipping 3.77 kg (8 lbs 5 oz) 9.90 kg Weight (21 lbs 13 oz)

  • Page 29: E2 Regulatory Information

    E2 | Regulatory Information Regulatory Information This section lists regulatory information for the SDLT 600 tape drive. Safety Certifications The SDLT 600 tape drive meets or exceeds the following safety requirements: UL 60950 (USA): Information Technology Including Electrical Business Equipment EN60950/IEC 950 (Europe): Information Technology Including Electrical Business Equipment •...
  • Page 30 Regulatory Information | E2 Susceptibility and ESD Limits The following table lists radiated, magnetic radiated, and conducted susceptibility limits for the SDLT 600 tape drive. Type Specifications Comments Radiated immunity: 3 V/m (rms), 80% No errors high frequency, electric fields modulated, 1 kHz, No screen distortion 26–1000 MHz...
  • Page 31 E2 | Regulatory Information The following table lists ESD failure level limits for the tape drive. Failure Type Equipment Specifications Comments Hard Office 1 to 12 kV No operator intervention (soft recoverable errors allowed) Hardware Office Up to 15 kV No component damage;...
  • Page 32 Copyright Copyright © 2003 by Quantum Corporation. All rights reserved. Reprinted with permission by Tandberg Data ASA. Trademarks Quantum, the Quantum logo, and the DLTtape logo are trademarks of Quantum Corporation, registered in the U.S.A. and other countries. DLTtape, DLTSage, Value DLTtape, and Super DLTtape are trademarks of Quantum Corporation.

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