Compaq 157770-001 - DAT Drive 20/40 Tape Start Here

HP StorageWorks
DAT 320 and 160 SAS
Internal tape drive
Start Here
IMPORTANT INFORMATION ABOUT YOUR NEW TAPE DRIVE
The recommended and simplest way of connecting a tape drive to your HP or non-HP
SAS server is to purchase and install one of the supported HBAs. A cable is supplied
with the tape drive to connect to a dedicated HBA.
An alternative option for HP ProLiant servers is to connect to the server's SAS controller.
If the host SAS controller has a mini-SAS connector, the supplied cable may be used to
connect the tape drive. If it has an Infiniband-style SAS connector, you must purchase a
different cable.
• HP SAS cables contain four data paths, which normally support up to four hard
disks. Both the HP SAS Infiniband and the HP Mini-SAS cables divert one of these
data paths to the tape drive.
• Use this option with care; it requires a clear understanding of your hard disk
configuration.
For the most up-to-date information about supported SAS HBAs and cabling
configurations, refer to www.hp.com/go/connect and be sure to check the details of
the specific tape drive and server combination that you require.
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For detailed, step-by-step installation instructions, print the "User Guide" from the
Documentation link on the HP StorageWorks CD-ROM.
WARNING: To avoid personal injury or damage to the server or tape drive,
disconnect your server from the mains power supply before installing the tape drive.
To avoid damage to server or tape drive observe all recommended anti-static and
power-grounding precautions, as specified in your server and tape drive manuals.
For detailed safety information, see the Safety Booklet on the CD-ROM.
1
Refer to www.hp.com/go/connect
Before you install your tape drive, always refer to www.hp.com/go/connect
• Is connection to your SAS server supported?
• Which HBAs are recommended for dedicated tape connect?
• If you connect to the host SAS controller (not recommended), does it have a mini-SAS or
an Infiniband-style SAS connector?
• If you connect to the host SAS controller, does it have a spare SAS port to which you
can attach the HP SAS cable or must you use the HP SAS cable to replace one of the
existing cables? If so, will you lose the use of a hard disk drive bay and which one will
it be?
Not sure how to use go/connect?
Select tape backup and navigate down to the Hardware Compatibility table for your
make of server. The server/tape drive matrix shows top-level compatibility, but be sure to
click on the box for your combination of server and tape drive to display a further page
with detailed connectivity information.
2
Decide on your installation model
This poster describes how to install an HP StorageWorks DAT 320 SAS tape drive on a
SAS server.
You may damage your server configuration, if you follow the wrong cabling instructions.
Use the following diagram to determine which instructions on this poster are appropriate
for your server.
Server has spare OPTION 1:
Yes
separate HBA for (Recommended)
dedicated tape Connect to
support? dedicated HBA
No
Install new HBA
Server has spare
Yes Yes
PCI slot for addition and any required
of dedicated HBA? drivers
No
Host HBA
OPTION 2:
Yes Yes
Host HBA has
supports tape
Connect to spare
spare SAS port?
drive?
No
OPTION 3:
No
No Need to
Replace existing
disconnect bay?
SAS cable
Yes
No Yes
Cannot install OK to lose disk
SAS tape drive bay?
NOTE: The supplied cable connects to a mini-SAS connector on the dedicated HBA
or host SAS controller. If you wish to connect the tape drive to an Infiniband-style SAS
connector, be sure to purchase the appropriate cable.
Option 1: Install and connect to a dedicated host
HBA
(recommended for all HP and non-HP servers)
A SAS cable for connection to a dedicated HBA is provided with the DAT tape drive. This
is a split cable, but the second branch is not required. Do NOT remove the tie wrap and
cover on the spare connector. See http:\\www.hp.com\go\connect
HBAs.
to find out:
TIP: The CD-ROM contains a driver install package for Windows. We recommend
that you use the installer package to install the drivers BEFORE you connect the tape
drive.
1. Install the new HBA
Follow the instructions supplied with the HBA to install the new SAS HBA and any
required drivers. See www.hp.com/go/connect for supported HBAs.
2. Attach the mounting hardware
If required, appropriate mounting hardware may be supplied with your server or with the
tape drive. Refer to your server documentation.
3. Install the tape drive
Install the tape drive, as described in the "User Guide" on the CD-ROM.
TIP: If cable access for the tape drive bay is awkward, it may be easier to access
power and other connections if the tape drive is installed in the top bay. You may
need to move other devices to lower bays to achieve this.
4. Connect the SAS cable supplied with the tape drive to a
separate HBA and the tape drive.
1. Connect the SAS cable to the new HBA.
1
port
A
REAR
A
1 SAS controller (HBA)
2 SAS cable
A = Mini-SAS connector on new HBA
B = SAS connector for tape drive
C = Power connector for tape drive
D = Unused branch of cable (do NOT remove tie wrap or cover on the spare connector)
2. Connect the SAS connector at the other end of the SAS cable to the tape drive and the
power connector to the server's internal power supply.
for recommended
1 Power connector 2 SAS connector
5. Power up the server
Replace server covers and power up the server.
Watch the boot screen carefully after installation. Check to see that the new SAS tape
drive is listed in the boot sequence. If there are any error or unexpected messages go back
and check the SAS cabling carefully.
6 Complete the installation
• Install drivers. The HP Tape driver (available on the CD-ROM or from
http: www.hp.com/support) is recommended for use with Windows operating
systems, but always check whether your software application requires you to use its
own driver. For other operating systems patch to the latest version of the operating
system and following the instructions in the patch documentation. See also the "UNIX
Configuration Guide" on the CD-ROM.
• Upgrade your software application to ensure it works correctly with the tape drive.
When selecting the media to use with the backup application, you should select 8mm
media with DAT 320 and DAT 160 tape drives. We do NOT recommend native
backup applications, such as Windows Backup, because they do not support the full
features of the tape drive and may cause performance problems.
• HP StorageWorks Library & Tape Tools (L&TT) is the recommended diagnostic and
support tool for your HP tape drive. Use it to verify installation and confirm that your
tape drive is functioning correctly before you use it for backup. It is available free at
www.hp.com/support/tapetools.
3
Choosing and looking after media
For optimum performance and storage capacity, always use the recommended cartridges
with your tape drive, and normally use only one cartridge per day.
NOTE: The DAT 320 tape drive is not compatible with 4 mm DAT 72/DDS-4 media.
It may only be used with DAT 320 and DAT 160 media.
DDS data cartridge compatibility
DDS-4
DAT 320 not supported
2
read/write
DAT 160
(C5718A)
C
* Capacity assumes 2:1 compression.
B
NOTE: Many tape drive and backup failures are caused by damaged or badly
handled tape media. For detailed information on media care and best practice and
to order online, refer to www.hp.com/go/storagemedia/dds.
FRONT
DDS cleaning cartridge compatibility
Q2039A
DAT 320 supported
DAT 160 not supported
NOTE: DAT 320 tape drives: only use the cleaning cartridge if the Clean LED is
flashing. DAT160 tape drives: HP recommends weekly cleaning.
D
B
Options 2 & 3 are shown overleaf
C
These offer an alternative cabling solution for some
HP ProLiant servers only
DAT 72 DAT 160 DAT 320
320 GB*
read/write
not supported read/write
(C801 1A)
(Q2032A)
160 GB*
read/write
read/write
not supported
(C8010A)
(C801 1A)
C8015A C5709A
not supported not supported
supported not supported