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  • Page 2 SDLT 600 Product Specification, 81-81218-02 A01, December 2005, Made in USA. Quantum Corporation provides this publication “as is” without warranty of any kind, either express or implied, including but not limited to the implied warranties of merchantability or fitness for a particular purpose.

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Contents Preface Chapter 1 Product Description Modular Design........................ 1 Data Control Module....................2 Tape Control Module ....................3 Front Panel Module ....................4 Electronic Interface Module..................5 Data Cartridge ......................6 Cleaning Cartridge......................7 Dimensions and Tolerances .................... 7 Chapter 2 Hardware Specifications Physical Description ......................
  • Page 4 Contents Fibre Channel Connection..................... 13 Fibre Channel Link Light ..................14 Fibre Channel Speed and Topology ..............16 Current and Power Requirements ................16 Front Panel Controls and LEDs..................21 Drive Density LED ....................22 Behavior of the LEDs During POST ..............24 Chapter 3 Performance Specifications Interface Types........................
  • Page 5 Contents Chapter 6 Regulatory Compliance Safety Regulations ......................42 Safety Certifications ....................42 Electromagnetic Field Specifications ................43 Electromagnetic Emissions ..................43 Electromagnetic Interference Susceptibility............43 Immunity and ESD Limits ..................44 Acoustic Noise Emissions ..................... 45 Class A Statements (Internal Tape Drive)..............45 Class B Statements (Tabletop Tape Drive)..............
  • Page 6 Figures Figure 1 SDLT 600 Tape Drive Modular Design......... 2 Figure 2 Front Panel Module Assembly (Internal and Tabletop) .... 5 Figure 3 Data Cartridges Readable by SDLT 600 Tape Drive....6 Figure 4 Front, Side, and Bottom Views of the SDLT 600 Tape Drive ..8 Figure 5 Internal SCSI Connectors and Jumpers at Rear of Tape Drive....................
  • Page 7 Tables Table 1 Physical Dimensions and Weights ............9 Table 2 Unpackaged and Shipping Weights ............10 Table 3 4-Pin Power Connector Pin Assignments ..........11 Table 4 8-Pin Loader Connector Pin Assignments ..........12 Table 5 Current and Power Requirements (SCSI Interface)......17 Table 6 Current and Power Requirements (Fibre Channel Interface) ....
  • Page 8 Tables Table 18 Backward-Read Compatibility (BRC) Transfer Rates ......34 Table 19 Temperature and Humidity Specification ..........36 Table 20 Tape Drive Storage and Shipment Specifications ........ 37 Table 21 Operating Shock Specifications .............. 38 Table 22 Non-Operating Shock Specifications (Unpackaged) ......39 Table 23 Non-Operating Shock Specifications (Packaged, Drop) ....

  • Page 9: Preface

    Preface This document serves as an easy-to-use information source to familiarize Quantum customers and systems professionals with the SDLT 600 tape drive system. The SDLT 600 tape drive is an extension of the Quantum ® Digital Linear Tape (DLT ) product family.
  • Page 10 Preface The primary audience for this document consists of Quantum Account Audience Managers, Product Sales personnel, Field Engineering, and others who need a pre-sales document with information on the SDLT 600 tape drive specifications. The following documents are related to the SDLT 600 tape drive: Related Documents Document No.
  • Page 11 Preface Document No. Document Title Document Description 6464162-xx SDLT DLTtape Provides information specific Interactive Library to the library tape drive. Interface Specification 81-81252-xx Bezel Replacement Provides instructions on how Guide to replace the bezel on the tape drive Current SCSI standards documents available from www.t10.org •...
  • Page 12 • Dimensions in figures — All dimensions are shown with no units specified (Inches understood unless otherwise specified). Quantum company contacts are listed below. Contacts Quantum Corporate Headquarters To order documentation on this or other Quantum products, contact: Quantum Corporation 141 Innovation Drive Irvine, CA 92617 (949) 856-7800...
  • Page 13 Preface Customer Support The Quantum Customer Support Department provides a 24-hour help desk that can be reached at: North/South America: (949) 725-2100 or (800) 284-5101 Asia/Pacific Rim: (International Code) + 61 7 3839 0988 Europe/Middle East/Africa: (International Code) + 44 (0) 1256 848748...

  • Page 14: Chapter 1 Product Description

    Chapter 1 Product Description Modular Design The SDLT 600 tape drive is designed as a total system. The system includes a complex interaction of a number of important components including such items as the tape path, tape heads, data cartridge, and host interface.

  • Page 15: Data Control Module

    The Data Control Module (DCM) contains several of the functions and Data Control Module features of Quantum’s Laser Guided Magnetic Recording (LGMR) technology, which is at the heart of the SDLT technology. Of the five technologies that constitute the LGMR technology, two are in the DCM.

  • Page 16: Tape Control Module

    Chapter 1 Product Description Modular Design • Optical servo system • Tape heads. In addition to its mechanical components, the DCM also contains printed circuit boards that control the functions of the DCM and the tape heads. The Tape Control Module (TCM) implements the functions required to Tape Control Module buckle and unbuckle the tape and control the tape motion.

  • Page 17: Front Panel Module

    Chapter 1 Product Description Modular Design Data Cartridge Receiver On media insertion, the data cartridge receiver assembly guides the media into its operating position, opens the data cartridge door, releases the reel locks, engages the data cartridge drive motor, and secures the media for operation.

  • Page 18: Electronic Interface Module

    Chapter 1 Product Description Modular Design Figure 2 Front Panel Module Assembly (Internal and Top bezel is heat-staked Tabletop) onto main bezel Dust door is captured between the two bezels LEDs glow through light-pipe Overlay covers screws Bezel is attached with screws The Electronic Interface Module (EIM) is the electronic heart of the SDLT Electronic Interface 600 tape drive system.

  • Page 19: Data Cartridge

    Chapter 1 Product Description Modular Design As with the other major modules of the SDLT technology, the EIM is manufactured and tested as a distinct module. A data cartridge is a very significant component of any tape drive system. Data Cartridge The SDLT 600 tape drive writes to Super DLTtape II data cartridges.

  • Page 20: Cleaning Cartridge

    Chapter 1 Product Description Cleaning Cartridge Cleaning Cartridge Certain infrequent occurrences cause the tape drive Cleaning LED to illuminate, indicating the need to insert a SDLTtape CleaningTape. This LED illuminates after the various internal, automatic retry algorithms are attempted. The LED illuminates in a preventative mode if the internal soft error statistics of any channel becomes too great.

  • Page 21: Figure 4 Front, Side, And Bottom Views Of The Sdlt 600 Tape Drive

    Chapter 1 Product Description Dimensions and Tolerances Figure 4 Front, Side, and Bottom Views of the SDLT 600 Tape Drive SDLT 600 Product Specification...

  • Page 22: Chapter 2 Hardware Specifications

    Chapter 2 Hardware Specifications Physical Description Table 1 Physical Dimensions Tabletop and Weights Internal Version Library Version Version Height 82.55 mm (3.25 82.55 mm (3.25 164.46 mm in.) without front in.) without front (6.48 in.) bezel bezel 85.73 mm (3.38 85.73 mm (3.38 in.) with front in.) with front...

  • Page 23: Tape Drive Connections

    Chapter 2 Hardware Specifications Tape Drive Connections Tabletop Internal Version Library Version Version Depth 203.20 mm (8.00 203.20 mm (8.00 320.04 mm in.) from back of in.) from back of (12.60 in.) front bezel front bezel 215.40 mm (8.48 212.22 mm (8.36 in.) including in.) including front bezel...

  • Page 24: Power Pin Assignments

    Chapter 2 Hardware Specifications Tape Drive Connections Figure 5 Internal SCSI Connectors and Jumpers at Rear of Tape Drive Power Connector Controller Diag Port (8 pin) SCSI Port (4 pin) (Diagnostic use only) (68 pin) Pin # 1 Loader Connector SCSI ID Jumper Block TERMPWR Block (No jumpers on this block...

  • Page 25: Loader Connector Pin Assignments

    Chapter 2 Hardware Specifications Tape Drive Connections Loader Connector Pin Assignments Table 4 8-Pin Loader Connector Pin Assignments Signal Name Number Number Signal Name Ground SEND_TO_LOADER_H REC_FROM_LOADER_H SEND_TO_LOADER_L REC_FROM_LOADER_L Ground Ground LOADER_PRESENT_L Each device on the SCSI bus must have a unique SCSI ID address SCSI ID assigned to it.

  • Page 26: Fibre Channel Connection

    Chapter 2 Hardware Specifications Fibre Channel Connection The connector pin assignments for these SCSI connector options are standard SCSI pin assignments and can be found in any SCSI reference that lists them. You may also refer to the SDLT 600 Design and Integration Guide (81-81196- xx).

  • Page 27: Fibre Channel Link Light

    Chapter 2 Hardware Specifications Fibre Channel Connection Figure 6 Internal Fibre Channel Connectors and Jumpers at Rear of Tape Drive Controller Diag Port (8 pin) (Diagnostic use only) Power Connector (4 pin) Fibre Channel Loader Connector Jumper Block Fibre Channel Denotes Pin # 1 RS-422 (8 pin) Port...

  • Page 28: Figure 7 Connecting The Fiber Optic Cable To The Fibre Channel Tape Drive

    Chapter 2 Hardware Specifications Fibre Channel Connection Figure 7 Connecting the Fiber Optic Cable to the Fibre Channel Tape Drive Fibre Channel port “link light” Detail of the empty Fiber optic cable Fibre Channel port You can connect a Fibre Channel connector while the tape Note: drive is still powered on;...

  • Page 29: Fibre Channel Speed And Topology

    Chapter 2 Hardware Specifications Current and Power Requirements Figure 8 Connecting the Fiber Optic Cable to a Tabletop Fibre Channel Tape Drive Fiber optic cable SDLT 600 tape drive Although Fibre Channel SDLT 600 tape drives will auto-negotiate the Fibre Channel Speed and speed and topology, you may override the automatic selections by Topology placing jumpers on the Fibre Channel jumper block at the rear of the tape...

  • Page 30: Table 5 Current And Power Requirements (Scsi Interface)

    Chapter 2 Hardware Specifications Current and Power Requirements The tape drive draws the highest current (and power) during the native write modes. is measured with the tape loaded and tensioned or Standby untensioned; is measured with power on with no tape loaded. (The Idle power drawn in these two modes is similar enough that they are listed together.)
  • Page 31 Chapter 2 Hardware Specifications Current and Power Requirements 5 V Current (A) 12 V Current (A) DC Power (W) AC Power (W) MaxPk MaxPk MaxMean MaxMean Mode The Max-Peak value represents short current spikes drawn for durations of < 50ms. On the 12V supply, the peaks correspond to the pulse-width-modulated switching of the motors.

  • Page 32: Table 6 Current And Power Requirements (Fibre Channel Interface)

    Chapter 2 Hardware Specifications Current and Power Requirements Table 6 Current and Power Requirements (Fibre Channel Interface) 5 V Current (A) 12 V Current (A) DC Power (W) AC Power (W) MaxPk MaxPk MaxMean MaxMean Mode Standby/Idle Media Loading/ Unloading 600 Write Motor Start 600 Write...
  • Page 33 Chapter 2 Hardware Specifications Current and Power Requirements 5 V Current (A) 12 V Current (A) DC Power (W) AC Power (W) MaxPk MaxPk MaxMean MaxMean Mode The Max-Peak value represents short current spikes drawn for durations of < 50ms. On the 12V supply, the peaks correspond to the pulse-width-modulated switching of the motors.

  • Page 34: Front Panel Controls And Leds

    Chapter 2 Hardware Specifications Front Panel Controls and LEDs Front Panel Controls and LEDs All controls and LEDs are on the tape drive’s front panel. See figure 9 details. For tabletop and imbedded applications, use these controls and LEDs to operate the tape drive and monitor the SDLT 600 tape drive system’s activities.

  • Page 35: Drive Density Led

    Chapter 2 Hardware Specifications Front Panel Controls and LEDs Table 7 explains the function of the dual-color Drive Density LED on the Drive Density LED front panel. Table 7 Drive Density LED Possible Data Cartridge Scenario LED Color/State Appearance for Type of Data Cartridge Loaded No data cartridge is inserted SDLT 600 tape drive formatted Super...

  • Page 36: Table 8 Front Panel Elements

    Chapter 2 Hardware Specifications Front Panel Controls and LEDs Table 8 Front Panel Elements LED/Button/ Color/ Port Title Symbol Action Explanation Drive Density On/Off table Orange/Green Drive Status The tape drive is in use. This includes functions such as: • The media is moving. Flashing •...

  • Page 37: Behavior Of The Leds During Post

    Chapter 2 Hardware Specifications Front Panel Controls and LEDs The SDLT 600 tape drive system performs a Power-On Self-Test (POST) Behavior of the LEDs each time the tape drive is powered on. While POST is running, the During POST SDLT 600 tape drive system responds BUSY to SCSI commands, but will respond to various SCSI messages.

  • Page 38: Chapter 3 Performance Specifications

    Chapter 3 Performance Specifications Interface Types The tabletop model of the SDLT 600 tape drive has an Ultra 160 SCSI interface. The internal model has either an Ultra 160 SCSI interface or a Fibre Channel interface. These versions provide two possible parallel SCSI interface types and one Fibre Channel interface type that can be configured to run at a fast speed or a low speed.

  • Page 39: Table 10 Sdlt 600 Tape Drive Interface Versions, Speeds, And Options

    Chapter 3 Performance Specifications Interface Types Table 10 SDLT 600 Tape Drive Interface Versions, Speeds, and Options Interface Versions Speeds Protocol Options Ultra 160 • Multi-mode Single-Ended (MSE) provides one of two 160 MB/ • second differential senses: maximum • Low Voltage Differential (LVD) running up to 160 MB/ burst speed second, or •...

  • Page 40: Process For Writing Data

    Chapter 3 Performance Specifications Process for Writing Data Process for Writing Data The SDLT 600 design has 16 tape channels, but retains 8 XEZ channels. This function is controlled primarily by the WART FPGA, inasmuch as it handles the channel splitting. The block diagram for this data flow is shown in figure Figure 10 Data Flow—8 to 16...

  • Page 41: Read/Write Channel Architecture

    Chapter 3 Performance Specifications Read/Write Channel Architecture Read/Write Channel Architecture The SDLT 600 tape drive read/write channel architecture supports 16 channels. Table 11 summarizes several of these architectural features. Table 11 Read/Write Channel Feature Comments Technology PreAmp/Write Integrates pre-amp and write driver. The Driver preamp/write driver supports higher linear density than previous products.

  • Page 42: Transfer Rate

    Chapter 3 Performance Specifications Transfer Rate Transfer Rate Table 12 shows the maximum sustained (and burst) data transfer rates for the SDLT 600 tape drive. Table 12 Maximum Data Transfer Rates Configuration Native Compressed* Burst Max** SCSI Ultra 160 (LVD mode) 36 MB/sec 72 MB/sec 160 MB/sec...

  • Page 43: Performance Data

    Chapter 3 Performance Specifications Performance Data Performance Data Table 13 provides performance data for the SDLT 600 tape drive system. Table 13 SDLT 600 Tape Drive Feature SDLT 600 Tape Drive Performance Data Drive Read/Write Transfer Rate* 36 MB/second, native 72 MB/second, at 2:1 compression ratio Tracks...

  • Page 44: Compression

    Chapter 3 Performance Specifications Compression Compression The tape drive contains on-board hardware to compress and uncompress data using a DLZ algorithm. Data compression is enabled by default. Storage Capacity Table 14 provides native and compressed capacity ranges for the Super DLTtape II data cartridge.

  • Page 45: Media Durability

    Chapter 3 Performance Specifications Reliability Quantum Corporation does not warrant that predicted MTBF Note: is representative of any particular unit installed for customer use. Actual figures vary from unit to unit. Table 15 shows the number of media passes and full media uses to expect Media Durability from a Super DLTtape II data cartridge.

  • Page 46: Data Integrity

    Chapter 3 Performance Specifications Reliability SDLT 600 tape drive data transfer errors are extremely rare; table 17 Data Integrity shows data integrity for the overall SDLT 600 tape drive system. Table 17 Data Transfer Error Error Type Frequency Rates Detected, Recoverable (ECC) READ <1 error in 10 bytes read Detected, Unrecoverable READ...

  • Page 47: Backward Read Compatibility (Brc) Transfer Rates

    80 GB 6.4 MB/sec** *Quantum strives to operate BRC transfer rate at 100% of native read transfer rate, but guarantees 80%. **Transfer rates shown are nominal based on 80% of actual native read transfer rate of uncompressed data. The SDLT 600 tape drive will eject a data cartridge written in Note: DLT formats other than DLT VS160.

  • Page 48: Chapter 4 Environmental Specifications

    The following subsections provide the environmental specifications for the SDLT 600 tape drive systems (both the internal and the tabletop configurations). For long-term trouble-free operation, Quantum strongly recommends that SDLT 600 tape drives be used in a clean, smoke-free environment.

  • Page 49: Altitude

    Chapter 4 Environmental Specifications Altitude Altitude Both the internal and tabletop tape drives operate in normal pressures from –500 to 10,000 feet when operated within the ambient operating environments specified in Temperature and Humidity. The SDLT 600 tape drive will operate to 30,000 feet for temperatures from 10 °C to 20 °C (50 °F to 68 °F).

  • Page 50: Storage And Shipment

    Chapter 4 Environmental Specifications Storage and Shipment Storage and Shipment The ambient storage and shipment environment for the tape drive may not exceed the limits shown in table 20. The specifications shown in the table are valid for both the internal and tabletop tape drives. Table 20 Tape Drive Storage and Shipment Specifications Specification*...

  • Page 51: Chapter 5 Shock And Vibration Specifications

    Chapter 5 Shock and Vibration Specifications Shock Specifications Table table 22, and table 23 provide operating and non-operating shock specifications for the SDLT 600 tape drive system. Table 21 Operating Shock Shock Specifications Pulse Shape ½ sine pulse Peak Acceleration 10 G Duration 10 ms...

  • Page 52: Table 22 Non-Operating Shock Specifications (Unpackaged)

    Chapter 5 Shock and Vibration Specifications Shock Specifications Table 22 Non-Operating Shock Shock (Unpackaged) Specifications (Unpackaged) Pulse Shape Square wave ½ sine pulse Peak Acceleration 40 G 140 G Duration 10 ms (180 inches/ 2 ms second) Application X, Y, Z axes, twice in each axis (once in each direction) Table 23 Non-Operating Shock Shock...

  • Page 53: Vibration Specifications

    Chapter 5 Shock and Vibration Specifications Vibration Specifications Vibration Specifications Table table 25, and table 26 provide operating and non-operating vibration specifications for the SDLT 600 tape drive system. Table 24 Operating Vibration Vibration Specifications Type Sine Sweep Frequency Range 5 to 500 to 5 Hz Upward and downward sweep...

  • Page 54: Table 26 Non-Operating Vibration Specifications (Packaged)

    Chapter 5 Shock and Vibration Specifications Vibration Specifications Vibration (Unpackaged) Type Random Frequency Range 10 to 500 Hz Acceleration Level 2.0 G PSD Envelope 0.008 G Table 26 Non-Operating Vibration Specifications (Packaged) Vibration (Packaged) Type Random Frequency Range Truck Profile* (0.5 Grms) Air Profile* (1.0 Grms) Application X, Y, Z xes (30 minutes, each profile and each axis, for a total of 3 hours)

  • Page 55: Chapter 6 Regulatory Compliance

    Chapter 6 Regulatory Compliance This chapter describes various regulations that apply to the SDLT 600 tape drive: • Safety Regulations • Electromagnetic Field Specifications • Acoustic Noise Emissions • Class A Statements (Internal Tape Drive) • Class B Statements (Tabletop Tape Drive) •...

  • Page 56: Electromagnetic Field Specifications

    Chapter 6 Regulatory Compliance Electromagnetic Field Specifications • UL 60950: Information Technology Including Electrical Business Equipment (USA) • EN60950/IEC 950: Information Technology Including Electrical Business Equipment (Europe) • EN60825-1 Information Technology Equipment The SDLT 600 tape drive is also certified to bear the GS mark. The SDLT 600 tape drive is a Class I laser product that complies with 21 CFR 1040.10 as applicable on the date of manufacture.

  • Page 57: Immunity And Esd Limits

    Chapter 6 Regulatory Compliance Electromagnetic Field Specifications Type Regulation/Certification CNS 13438 BSMI Class A (Taiwan) AS/NZS 3548 Australia/New Zealand Table 28 lists the immunity and ESD failure level limits to which the Immunity and ESD SDLT 600 tape drive has been tested. Limits Test Required...

  • Page 58: Acoustic Noise Emissions

    Chapter 6 Regulatory Compliance Acoustic Noise Emissions Test Required Test Name Specification Performance AC Voltage Dips and Interrupts EN61000-4-11 Criteria B Immunity Acoustic Noise Emissions Table 28 lists acoustic noise emission levels, both as noise power and sound pressure, for the SDLT 600 tape drive. The table provides the preliminary declared values per ISO 9296 and ISO 7779/EN27779.
  • Page 59 Chapter 6 Regulatory Compliance Class A Statements (Internal Tape Drive) instruction manual, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. Any changes or modifications made to this equipment may void the user's authority to operate this equipment. Operation of this equipment in a residential area may cause interference in which case the user at his own expense will be required to take whatever measures may be required to correct the interference.
  • Page 60 Chapter 6 Regulatory Compliance Class A Statements (Internal Tape Drive) welchen Fällen der Benutzer für entsprechende Gegenma nahmen ß verantwortlich ist. Ceci est un produit de Classe A. Dans un environnement domestique, ce Attention! produit risque de créer des interférences radioélectriques, il appartiendra alors à...

  • Page 61: Class B Statements (Tabletop Tape Drive)

    Chapter 6 Regulatory Compliance Class B Statements (Tabletop Tape Drive) DEN-AN Notice (Japan) Class B Statements (Tabletop Tape Drive) This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a FCC Statement Class B 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 residential environment.
  • Page 62 Chapter 6 Regulatory Compliance Class B Statements (Tabletop Tape Drive) Operation of this equipment in a residential area may cause interference in which case the user at his own expense will be required to take whatever measures may be required to correct the interference. Additional information on the need to interconnect the device Note: with shielded (data) cables or the need for special devices,...

  • Page 63: Environmental Compliance

    Chapter 6 Regulatory Compliance Environmental Compliance Environmental Compliance Quantum is committed to providing quality products in an environmentally sound manner and to comply with all applicable environmental laws, rules and regulations. This product was designed, manufactured and made available with...

  • Page 64: Chapter 7 Media Specifications

    Chapter 7 Media Specifications Recording Media Super DLTtape II media differs slightly from previous generations of Physical Specifications Super DLTtape media. Table 29 shows overall specifications for Super DLTtape II media. Table 29 Super DLTtape II Characteristic Specification Media Specifications Magnetic layer thickness 150 nm Overall tape thickness...

  • Page 65: Media Structure

    Chapter 7 Media Specifications Media Shipping, Operating, and Storage Specifications Super DLTtape II media comprises several layers, as shown in figure Media Structure Figure 11 Multiple Layers Comprise Super DLTtape II High Coercivity Media Magnetic Layer Under Layer Enhanced Base Film Layer Back Coat Layer with Servo Guides...

  • Page 66: Table 31 Super Dlttape Ii Media Operating Limits

    Chapter 7 Media Specifications Media Shipping, Operating, and Storage Specifications Table 31 Super DLTtape II Operating Conditions Limits Media Operating Limits 10 °C to 40 °C (50 °F to 104 °F) Temperature Relative Humidity 20% to 80% (non-condensing) Table 32 describes the optimum media storage conditions.
  • Page 68 141 Innovation Drive Irvine, CA 92617 (949) 856-7800 (800) 284-5101 December 2005 81-81218-02 81-81218-01 A01 81-81218-02 REV A01...

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