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IBM N5X manual available for free PDF download: Installation And User Manual
IBM N5X Installation And User Manual (120 pages)
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IBM
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DC Drives
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Table of Contents
Statement 1
8
Statement 8
9
Table of Contents
11
Statement
12
Figures
13
Tables
15
Preface
17
Chapter 1. Introduction
19
View of an External Tape Drive
19
Drive Features
20
Front Panel of the Drive
20
External Tape Drive Front Panel Element Descriptions
20
CRU and Option Part Numbers
20
Rear Panel of the Drive
21
Internal Tape Drive Front Panel Element Descriptions
21
External Tape Drive Rear Panel Element Descriptions
21
Internal Tape Drive Rear Panel Element Descriptions
21
Drive Performance
22
Cartridge Compatibility
22
Performance Rates and Times
22
Ultrium Cartridge Compatibility with Ultrium
22
Speed Matching
23
Channel Calibration
23
Encryption
23
Performance Parameters
23
SAS Interface
24
Supported Servers and Operating Systems
24
Supported Device Drivers
24
External Tape Drive Specifications
25
Physical Specifications
25
Power Specifications
25
Other Specifications
25
Environmental Specifications
25
Internal Tape Drive Specifications
25
Power Specifications
26
Other Specifications
26
Environmental Specifications
26
Chapter 2. Installing the Drive
27
Installation Guidelines
27
Avoiding Drive Damage
27
Tape Drives
27
Inventory Checklist
28
Installing an Internal Tape Drive
28
Unpack the Drive
29
Acclimate the Drive and Media
29
Turn off the Enclosure
29
Set the Feature Switches
29
Mount the Drive in an Enclosure or Server
30
Feature Switch Definitions
30
Connect and Test Power to the Drive
31
Connect the Internal Cable
32
Run Drive Diagnostics
32
Install Device Drivers
32
Connect the External Interface Cable (Tape Enclosure Installations Only)
32
Configure the Drive to the Server, Switch, or Hub
33
Installing an External Tape Drive
33
Updating Firmware
34
Chapter 3. Operating the Drive
35
Operating Modes
35
Single-Character Display (SCD)
35
Status Lights
36
Meaning of Status Lights and Single-Character Display (SCD)
36
Unload Button
38
Inserting a Tape Cartridge
39
Removing a Tape Cartridge
40
MID-Tape Recovery
40
Inserting a Cartridge into the Drive
40
Cleaning the Drive Head
41
Cleaning the Tape Drive
41
Diagnostic and Maintenance Functions
41
Diagnostic and Maintenance Functions
42
Entering Maintenance Mode
43
Exiting Maintenance Mode
43
Function Code 0: Maintenance Mode
44
Function Code 1: Run Drive Diagnostics
44
Function Code 2: Update Drive Firmware from FMR Tape
45
Function Code 3: Create FMR Tape
46
Function Code 4: Force a Drive Dump
46
Function Code 5: Copy Drive Dump
47
Function Code 6: Run Host Interface Wrap Test
48
Function Code 7: Run RS-422 Wrap Test
49
Function Code 8: Unmake FMR Tape
50
Function Code 9: Display Error Code Log
50
Function Code A: Clear Error Code Log
51
Function Code C: Insert Cartridge into Tape Drive
51
Function Code E: Test Cartridge & Media
51
Function Code F: Write Performance Test
52
Function Code H: Test Head
53
Function Code J: Fast Read/Write Test
54
Function Code L: Load/Unload Test
55
Function Code P: Enable Post Error Reporting
56
Function Code U: Disable Post Error Reporting
56
Chapter 4. Using Ultrium Media
59
Types of Cartridges
59
The IBM LTO Ultrium Data Cartridge
59
Data Cartridge
60
WORM (Write Once, Read Many) Cartridge
61
Ultrium Data Cartridge on the Left; WORM
61
Cleaning Cartridge
62
Cartridge Compatibility
62
Handling Cartridges
62
Ultrium Cartridge Compatibility with Ultrium
62
Provide Training
63
Provide Proper Acclimation and Environmental Conditions
63
Inspect the Cartridge
63
Handle the Cartridge Carefully
63
Tape Cartridge Packaging
64
Tape Cartridges in a Turtlecase
64
Environmental and Shipping Specifications for Tape Cartridges
65
Disposing of Tape Cartridges
65
Double-Boxing Tape Cartridges for Shipping
65
Environment for Operating, Storing, and Shipping LTO Media
65
Chapter 5. Resolving Problems
67
Procedure 1: Inspecting a Cartridge for Damage
67
Procedure 2: Checking SAS Host Connections
68
Procedure 3: Verifying Host Interface Communication
68
Tape Drives
68
Resolving Problems Reported by the Server
69
Resolving Problems with the Tape Media
69
Replacing the Tape Drive
69
RID Tag on Rear Panel
71
Appendix A. Getting Help and Technical Assistance
73
Before You Call
73
Using the Documentation
73
Getting Help and Information from the World Wide Web
74
Software Service and Support
74
Hardware Service and Support
74
IBM Taiwan Product Service
74
Appendix B. Tapealert Flags
75
Appendix C. Error Codes and Messages
77
Error Codes on the SCD
78
Appendix D. Repairing a Cartridge
83
Repositioning a Leader Pin
83
Leader Pin in the Incorrect and Correct
84
Placing the Dislodged Leader Pin into the
84
Reattaching a Leader Pin
85
Rewinding the Tape into the Cartridge
85
Leader Pin Reattachment Kit
86
Attaching the Leader Pin Attach Tool to the Cartridge
87
Winding the Tape out of the Cartridge
88
Removing the C-Clip from the Leader Pin
88
Attaching the Leader Pin to the Tape
89
Appendix E. Information for Trained Service Personnel
91
Removing a Drive from an Enclosure
91
Removing the Internal Drive
91
Removing the Screws that Secure the Cover and
92
Removing Cables from the Internal Drive
93
Releasing the Drive from the Chassis
93
Sliding the Drive Forward
94
Appendix F. Notices
95
Trademarks
95
Important Notes
96
Particulate Contamination
97
Documentation Format
97
Limits for Particulates and Gases
97
Electronic Emission Notices
98
Federal Communications Commission (FCC) Statement
98
Industry Canada Class a Emission Compliance Statement
98
Avis de Conformité À la Réglementation D'industrie Canada
98
Australia and New Zealand Class a Statement
98
European Union EMC Directive Conformance Statement
98
Germany Class a Statement
99
Japan VCCI Class a Statement
100
Japan Electronics and Information Technology Industries Association (JEITA) Statement
100
Korea Communications Commission (KCC) Statement
100
Russia Electromagnetic Interference (EMI) Class a Statement
101
People's Republic of China Class a Electronic Emission Statement
101
Taiwan Class a Compliance Statement
101
Glossary
103
Index
117
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