HP J3278B - SureStore CD-ROM Server/Tower 7 NAS Server Administrator's Manual page 218

Troubleshooting, Tape Drive
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DLT : Tape write protected message in administrators console.
Restoring the Appliance
If the appliance fails, or needs to be restored to a former state, the information stored
on the backup tapes is used.
DDS : Tape being ejected immediately upon load.
Insert next cassette prompt.
DDS : Tape write protected message in administrators console.
DLT : Tape write protected message in administrators console.
General Issues and Diagnosis
(DDS)
This section deals with generic problems which may affect the tape drive during its
life.
DDS : Amber cleaning light, or cleaning issue.
DDS : Drive making noises.
DDS : Drive no detected/timeouts/no response from drive.
DDS : Drive speed or capacity problem.
DDS : Lights on drive.
DDS : Problem with tape/media.
DDS : Problem writing to, or reading media.
DLT : The tape drives "Use Cleaning Tape" light stays on.
For information about using and maintaining the drive, and further troubleshooting
information, please see the online
DDS : Amber cleaning light, or cleaning
issue.
What is the state of the drive?
Amber cleaning light is on (Solid)
Amber cleaning light is flashing
Tape Drive Guide..
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