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- Page 1 User Guide Streamer DAT 160 Half-Height 80GB/160GB, USB 2.0 (3.5-inch) English...
- Page 2 User Guide - English Streamer DAT 160 Half-Height 80GB/160GB, USB 2.0 (3.5-inch) Edition May 2011...
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Page 3: Copyright And Trademarks
Gesellschaft für Technik-Dokumentation mbH www.cognitas.de Copyright and Trademarks Copyright © 2011 Fujitsu Technology Solutions GmbH. All rights reserved. Delivery subject to availability; right of technical modifications reserved. All hardware and software names used are trademarks of their respective manufacturers. -
Page 4: Table Of Contents
Contents About this guide ......5 Intended audience ......5 Document conventions and symbols . - Page 5 Contents Data cartridges ......23 5.1.1 DAT 160 tape drives and DAT 160 cartridges ... 23 Write-protecting cartridges .
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Page 6: About This Guide
About this guide This guide provides information about: – Installing the DAT USB tape drive – Using the DAT USB tape drive – Troubleshooting the DAT USB Intended audience This guide is intended for users who install, operate and maintain the DAT tape drive. -
Page 7: Technical Support
Indicates that failure to follow directions could result in damage to equipment or data. Provides additional information. Technical support For worldwide technical support information, see http://ts.fujitsu.com/support. Before contacting support, collect the following information: Product model names and numbers Technical support registration number (if applicable) Product serial numbers... -
Page 8: Before You Start
Before you start In this chapter: – “DAT 160 tape drive front panel” on page – “Which operating systems are supported?” on page – “How do I connect the drive to my server?” on page – “What are the mounting requirements for an internal tape drive?” on page –... - Page 9 DAT 160 tape drive front panel Before you start 1 Clean LED 2 Tape LED 3 Drvie LED 4 Ready LED 5 Eject Button Figure 1: Front view of DAT 160 tape drive DAT 160 USB...
- Page 10 Before you start DAT 160 tape drive front panel Figure 2: LED sequences DAT 160 USB...
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Page 11: Which Operating Systems Are Supported
Which operating systems are supported? Before you start Which operating systems are supported? DAT USB drives can be connected to servers running under Microsoft Windows Server 2008, Server 2003, and LinuxKernels 2.6.x. Refer to your supplier for the most recent information about the operating system versions that are supported. -
Page 12: Mounting Hardware
BEFORE you connect the tape drive. Updates to the drivers may be provided from time to time on http://ts.fujitsu.com/support.We recommend that these are installed after using the installer package. On Linux and other operating systems, drivers are included with the operating system and should be loaded automatically. - Page 13 Backup software Before you start Further details about suitable products can be found on your supplier’s web site. It is important to check for software compatibility and install any recommended upgrades. Certain backup applications require you to use their own Tape driver instead of the HP Tape driver.
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Page 14: Installing An Internal Dat Tape Drive
Installing an internal DAT tape drive In this chapter: – “Prepare mounting bay” on page – “Install drive” on page 14 – “Attach cables” on page 16 – “Secure the drive” on page 18 It is important to ensure that you connect your drive to a USB 2.0 port. The drive will work on a USB 1.1 port but performance will be severely degraded. -
Page 15: Install Drive
Install drive Installing an internal DAT tape drive As you work inside the server, you may have to disconnect other signal cables or power cables from other devices to maneuver the new drive into place. If you have to do this, make a note of their position and connections so you can put them back correctly later. - Page 16 Installing an internal DAT tape drive Install drive Figure 3: Installing tape drive The illustration shows a tape drive that has mounting rails fitted. If your server does not use mounting hardware, check that the holes in the chassis are aligned with the holes in the side of the tape drive.
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Page 17: Attach Cables
Attach cables Installing an internal DAT tape drive Attach cables The drive is not powered from the USB bus. It must be connected to the server’s power supply. The tape drive is connected to a standard, internal USB port on your server. Use the schematic on the inside of the server panel to check whether the server has an internal USB port and locate its position. - Page 18 Installing an internal DAT tape drive Attach cables 1 and 5 USB cable, to server’s external USB port 3 tape drive 2 and 4 power cable 6 server’s power supply Figure 4: Attaching drive DAT 160 USB...
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Page 19: Secure The Drive
Secure the drive Installing an internal DAT tape drive Secure the drive Ê Secure the drive, as described in your server documentation. The following diagrams are examples only. 1 plastic rail 2 server latch, push down to lock the tape drive into position Figure 5: Securing drive example 1, mounting hardware used DAT 160 USB... - Page 20 Installing an internal DAT tape drive Secure the drive 1 M3 screws, supplied with tape drive Figure 6: Securing drive example 2, no mounting hardware used Ê Ensure blanking plates are in place over empty bays and replace the cover on the server.
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Page 22: Verify Installation
If you have not already installed drivers, the Windows Found New Hardware wizard will run when you power on the server and tape drive. Cancel it and install the drivers from http://ts.fujitsu.com/support. – Installing drivers (other operating systems) Drivers are included with the operating system and should be loaded automatically. - Page 23 Verify installation Ê You are now ready to carry out a backup and restore test to check that the drive can write data to tape. Use an appropriate blank cartridge. Windows Backup or Linux native backup applications can be used to check basic tape drive operation, but they will not support all the advanced features of your tape drive.
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Page 24: Use The Correct Media
Use the correct media For best performance we recommend branded media, as recommended by your manufacturer. In this chapter: – “Data cartridges” on page 23 – “Write-protecting cartridges” on page 24 – “Cleaning cartridges” on page 25 – “Handling cartridges” on page 26 –... -
Page 25: Write-Protecting Cartridges
Write-protecting cartridges Use the correct media Although DDS tape drives are fully backward compatible, old tape formats are more abrasive than later generations and using older tape formats can reduce the life expectancy of the tape drive. The compatibility between drive models and cartridges is summarized in see table 3 on page 24. -
Page 26: Cleaning Cartridges
Use the correct media Cleaning cartridges Figure 7: Write protecting cartridge Cleaning cartridges We recommend weekly cleaning of the tape drive using a recommended cleaning cartridge. There are two types of cleaning cartridges; you must use a DAT 160 cleaning cartridge with DAT 160 tape drives, see table 4 on page 25 Tape drive model Cleaning cartridge required... -
Page 27: Handling Cartridges
Handling cartridges Use the correct media mark in a box each time you use the cartridge to clean the drive. Replace the cleaning cartridge when all the boxes are checked. New cleaning cartridges are available from your manufacturer. Ê Insert a cleaning cartridge into the drive. The tape drive automatically loads the cartridge and cleans the heads. -
Page 28: Getting The Most Out Of Cartridges And Drives
Use the correct media Getting the most out of cartridges and drives Getting the most out of cartridges and drives Use mostly the matching media type (DAT 160 media for DAT 160, DAT 72 media for DAT 72, DDS-4 media for DDS-4). Use media for the recommended number of times (DAT 160, DAT 72 and DDS-4=100 full backups). -
Page 30: Troubleshooting
Troubleshooting In this chapter: – “General procedure” on page 29 – “Verifying USB installation for optimum performance” on page 31 – “Frequently asked questions about USB drivers” on page 34 – “Problems with cartridges” on page 34 General procedure If a problem occurs, the first step is to try to establish whether the problem lies with the cartridge, the drive, the host computer and connections, or the way the system is being operated. -
Page 31: General Procedure
Ê Check the cables and connectors. Ê Clean the tape heads with the cleaning cartridge. Ê If the problem persists, check the environmental conditions against the specified limits (refer to http://ts.fujitsu.com/support). Perhaps move the drive to a more suitable site. DAT 160 USB... -
Page 32: Verifying Usb Installation For Optimum Performance
Troubleshooting Verifying USB installation for optimum performance Has a new operating system been installed in the host computer? Has new backup software been installed? The problem could lie with the host or the software. Consult the computer’s operating manuals, the software manual, or seek help from a service engineer. Verifying USB installation for optimum performance To confirm that a USB DAT drive is installed correctly:... -
Page 33: Ensure That The Tape Drive Is The Only Device On A Usb Hub (Windows)
Verifying USB installation for optimum performance Troubleshooting 6.2.2 Ensure that the tape drive is the only device on a USB hub (Windows) On some computers multiple physical USB 2.0 ports will be connected to the same master port, known as a “root hub”. Connecting multiple devices to one root hub may degrade tape drive performance degradation. -
Page 34: Check Drivers (Linux)
Troubleshooting Verifying USB installation for optimum performance 6.2.4 Check drivers (Linux) Use the following procedure to check that both drivers are present: Ê usb_storage driver – At the command prompt type: lsmod | grep usb_storage – The output of this command should contain a line similar to: usb_storage 61193 0 –... -
Page 35: Frequently Asked Questions About Usb Drivers
Update when the system booted up. It will not have installed the hp_usbstor driver, which is recommended, and may be running an out-of-date hpdat driver. Run the installer package from http://ts.fujitsu.com/support in order to install the hp_usbstor driver and, if necessary, update the hpdat driver. -
Page 36: The Cartridge Is Jammed
Once the cartridge is successfully ejected, it is good practice to upgrade the firmware. If the failure occurs regularly, contact customer service via http://ts.fujitsu.com/support. Ê Either press and hold the Eject button on the front of the tape drive for at least 15 seconds. -
Page 37: The Drive Will Not Accept The Cartridge (Or Ejects It Immediately)
Problems with cartridges Troubleshooting 6.4.2 The drive will not accept the cartridge (or ejects it immediately) The cartridge may have been damaged, for example dropped, or the drive may have a fault. If it is a cleaning cartridge, it has probably expired and should be discarded immediately. -
Page 38: Usb Configuration Guide
USB configuration Guide In this chapter: – “USB in DAT devices” on page 37 – “USB terminology” on page 37 – “Setting up a USB network” on page 39 – “USB cables” on page 39 USB in DAT devices The DAT tape drive is a USB 2.0 logo certified device. It supports the high-speed USB transfer rate with a theoretical maximum transfer of over 50 MB/s. - Page 39 USB terminology USB configuration Guide upstream port is connected directly to the host. All USB systems have a root hub. This is why a system typically has more than one USB port. All the USB ports on the system are connected to the host system via the root hub. USB devices are not treated equally by the host.
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Page 40: Setting Up A Usb Network
USB configuration Guide Setting up a USB network Setting up a USB network USB is very user friendly. The interface automatically assigns addresses to devices; you simply need to connect a USB device to a USB port on a system using a USB cable.