Dell PowerVault 132T LTO Handbook
Dell powervault dlt, vs, and sdlt media handbook version 2.0
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- Page 1 Dell™ PowerVault™ DLT, VS, and SDLT Media Handbook Version 2.0 w w w . d e l l . c o m | s u p p o r t . d e l l . c o m...
- Page 2 Reproduction in any manner whatsoever without the written permission of Dell Inc. is strictly forbidden. Trademarks used in this text: Dell, the DELL logo, and PowerVault are trademarks of Dell Inc.; Microsoft and Windows are registered trademarks of Microsoft Corporation.
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Page 3: Table Of Contents
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Page 5: Introduction
Introduction This document describes the media compatibility, handling, and usage for the Dell™ PowerVault™ 110T DLT, SDLT 320/220, DLT1/VS80, and VS160. Table 1-1 shows the basic characteristics of the drives. NOTE: This document will not cover DAT72, DDS4, LTO, and LTO2 tape technologies. - Page 6 341- Primary Figure 1-7. VS1 Media 0117 340- Primary Primary Figure 1-8. SDLT Media 7844 * Can only read media if it was formatted with a VS80 or DLT1 drive Dell PowerVault DLT, VS, and SDLT Media Handbook Version 2.0...
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Page 7: Invalid Media Symptoms
SDLT220 cannot read media created by SDLT320. No warning is given from the drive, but backup software will indicate bad media. NOTE: Always label where media was originally used and formatted. Dell PowerVault DLT, VS, and SDLT Media Handbook Version 2.0... - Page 8 SDLT320 Density Select Utility is available on Quantum's website in the SDLT320 download area. This software ® ® utility will allow an SDLT320 drive to write in an SDLT220 format. The utility is available for both Microsoft Windows Linux platforms. Dell PowerVault DLT, VS, and SDLT Media Handbook Version 2.0...
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Page 9: Cleaning Considerations
VS160 drives. track the "VS160 Cleaning number of Cartridge." times the tape NOTE: VS80/DLT1 is used. cleaning tape may be used to clean a VS160 drive, but not recommended. Dell PowerVault DLT, VS, and SDLT Media Handbook Version 2.0... -
Page 10: Exhausted Cleaning Media
If so, try another cleaning tape. Depending on the drive model, if the light does not go off, there may be a hardware fault in the drive or expired media is being used. Dell PowerVault DLT, VS, and SDLT Media Handbook Version 2.0... -
Page 11: Media Handling
Reel Locks — Prevent media reel in the cartridge from spinning when the cartridge is not loaded in a drive (ensures that proper tension of media is maintained.) Cartridge Hub — Mechanical interconnect between the cartridge and the drive reel motor. Dell PowerVault DLT, VS, and SDLT Media Handbook Version 2.0... -
Page 12: Media Care Guidelines
1,000,000 passes, and have a shelf life of 30 years. For best results, follow these guidelines for media care: • Protect cartridges from shock, vibration, moisture, and magnetic fields. • Keep media in protective cases and store vertically when not in use. Dell PowerVault DLT, VS, and SDLT Media Handbook Version 2.0... - Page 13 If the DLT, DLT VS or SDLT drive becomes inoperable after loading a tape. NOTE: If a drive error occurs, inspect the current and previous cartridge used in that drive. Dell PowerVault DLT, VS, and SDLT Media Handbook Version 2.0...
- Page 14 NOTE: When inspecting the cartridge leader do not use anything that could leave contamination, such as a pen or pencil. Figure 1-18. DLTtape Leader Loop Dell PowerVault DLT, VS, and SDLT Media Handbook Version 2.0...
- Page 15 Reel Locks: Check that both reel locks are visible. Verify operation using a small flat-blade screwdriver. The reel locks should spring back when released. If the reel locks are not visible, do not use the cartridge. Figure 1-20. Reel Locks Dell PowerVault DLT, VS, and SDLT Media Handbook Version 2.0...
- Page 16 The following graphic shows how the SDLT tape latches with the cartridge leader. Figure 1-22. SDLT Tape Latch The following graphic shows how the loop on the Type IV media is engaged by the cartridge leader on the DLT/VS80 drives. Dell PowerVault DLT, VS, and SDLT Media Handbook Version 2.0...
- Page 17 Figure 1-24. DLT Cartridge — Leader missing (swallowed cartridge leader or broken tape) Figure 1-25. DLT Cartridge — Broken leader loop (not always this obvious) Figure 1-26. Media wrapped too loosely (improper tension) Dell PowerVault DLT, VS, and SDLT Media Handbook Version 2.0...
- Page 18 See Figure 1-29 to identify bent-in leader buckles. Note that the plastic hooks are bent inward and not resting on the cartridge wall. Also the bar is not parallel to the cartridge. It is usually the HUB side of the cartridge that gets more pulled. Dell PowerVault DLT, VS, and SDLT Media Handbook Version 2.0...
- Page 19 • Wet bulb temperature 78ºF (26ºC) Table 1-7. Archival Storage Conditions (for one or more years) Temperature Relative Humidity Between 64ºF and 79ºF (18ºC and 26ºC) Between 40% and 60% Dell PowerVault DLT, VS, and SDLT Media Handbook Version 2.0...
- Page 20 Ship cartridges in drive. • Store near magnetic fields (for example, speakers, monitors, electric motors, power supplies, and so forth). • Use a cartridge that fell from 3 ft or higher. Dell PowerVault DLT, VS, and SDLT Media Handbook Version 2.0...