Tandberg Data SDLT600 External Drive Product manual

SDLT 600
Product Manual
SDLT 600 Product Manual
Copyright
Copyright © 2004 by Quantum Corporation. All rights reserved.
Reprinted with permission by Tandberg Data ASA.
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Tandberg is a trademark of Tandberg Data ASA. Quantum, the Quantum logo, and the DLTtape logo are
trademarks of Quantum Corporation, registered in the U.S.A. and other countries. DLTtape, DLTSage,
Value DLTtape, and Super DLTtape are trademarks of Quantum Corporation.
Other company and product names used in this document are trademarks, registered trademarks, or
service marks of their respective owners.
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The information contained in this document is the exclusive property of Quantum Corporation.
Quantum retains its copyright on the information contained herein in all cases and situations of usage,
including derivative works.
The possessor agrees to safeguard this information and to maintain it in confidence and not re-publish it
in whole or in part without Quantum’s prior written consent.
Quantum reserves the right to make changes and improvements to its products, without incurring any
obligation to incorporate such changes or improvements in units previously sold or shipped.
It is the responsibility of the user to carefully read and understand the User Manual statements for Class
A Equipment and Class B Equipment that appear on page iii and page iv, respectively.
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Revision History
The table below lists all revisions made to this document in chronological order.
Document Release
Date
Summary of Changes
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Initial Release
User Manual Statements for Class A Equipment
(Internal SDLT 600 Tape Drive System)
This equipment generates, uses, and may emit radio frequency energy. The equipment has been tested
and found to comply with the limits for a Class A digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC rules.
These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against radio frequency interference in a
commercial installation.
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.
Any modifications to this device—unless expressly approved by the manufacturer—can void the user’s
authority to operate this equipment under Part 15 of the FCC rules.
Note: Additional information on the need to interconnect the device with shielded (data) cables or the
need for special devices, such as ferrite beads on cables, is required if such means of interference
suppression was used in the qualification test for the device. This information will vary from device to
device and needs to be obtained from the EMC (Electromagnetic Compatibility) group or product
manager.
Warning!
This is a Class A product. In a domestic environment this product may cause radio interference in which
case the user may be required to take adequate measures.
Achtung!
Dieses ist ein Gerät der Funkstörgrenzwertklasse A. In Wohnbereichen können bei Betrieb dieses
Gerätes Rundfunkstörungen auftreten, in welchen Fällen der Benutzer für entsprechende
Gegenmaßnahmen verantwortlich ist.
Warning!
This Class A digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003.
Cet appareil numérique de la classe A est conforme à la norme NMB-003 du Canada.
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Attention!
Ceci est un produit de Classe A. Dans un environnement domestique, ce produit risque de créer des
interférences radioélectriques, il appartiendra alors à l'utilisateur de prendre les mesures spécifiques
appropriées.
User Manual Statements for Class B Equipment
(Tabletop SDLT 600 Tape Drive System)
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device,
pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against
harmful interference in a residential installation. Operation is subject to the following two conditions:
(1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference
that may cause undesirable operation.
Any modifications to this device—unless expressly approved by the manufacturer—can void the user’s
authority to operate this equipment under Part 15 of the FCC rules.
This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in
accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However,
there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does
cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the
equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the
following measures:
• Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
• Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
• Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is
connected.
• Consult the dealer or an experienced radio or TV technician for help.
Note: Additional information on the need to interconnect the device with shielded (data) cables or the
need for special devices, such as ferrite beads on cables, is required if such means of interference
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suppression was used in the qualification test for the device. This information will vary from device to
device and needs to be obtained from the EMC (Electromagnetic Compatibility) group or product
manager.
This Class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003.
Cet appareil numérique de la classe B est conforme à la norme NMB-003 du Canada.
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1 Introduction
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Purpose and Scope. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Referenced Documents . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Related Documents . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Structure of this Manual . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Conventions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
For More Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Reader Comments . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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Overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Product Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Tape Drive Technology . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Laser Guided Magnetic Recording . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Pivoting Optical Servo . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Magneto Resistive Cluster Heads . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Advanced Partial Response Maximum Likelihood . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Advanced Metal Powder Media . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Positive Engagement Tape Leader Buckling Mechanism. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Modular Design . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Data Control Module . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Tape Control Module . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
TCM PCBA . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Base Plate . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Data Cartridge Receiver . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Positive Engagement Tape Leader Buckling Mechanism . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Front Panel Module. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Electronic Interface Module . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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Super DLTtape II Data Cartridge . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-8
Quantum Diagnostics Tools. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-9
TapeAlert . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-9
Medium Auxiliary Memory. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-10
3 SDLT 600 Tape Drive Specifications. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-1
Product Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-1
Host Interface . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-1
Ultra 160 SCSI Interface . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-2
Fibre Channel Interface . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-3
Physical Interface . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-3
Physical Dimensions and Weights . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-4
Compression . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-4
Storage Capacity . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-5
Data Integrity . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-5
Maximum Data Transfer Rate. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-6
Head Life and MTBF . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-6
Media Durability . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-7
Data Cartridge Life Expectancy . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-7
Positive Engagement Tape Leader Buckling Mechanism. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-7
Functional Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-8
Performance Data . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-8
Shock and Vibration Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-9
Current and Power Requirements . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-11
SDLT 600 Tape Drive System Recording Method . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-14
Environmental Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-14
Air Flow Requirements. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-14
Temperature and Humidity . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-15
Storage and Shipment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-15
Altitude . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-16
Recording Media Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-16
Media Structure. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-16
Physical Data Cartridge . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-17
Media Shipping, Operating, and Storage Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-18
Backward-Read Compatibility Transfer Rates . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-19
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4 Installing Your Tape Drive . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-1
Warranty Note . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-1
Safety, Handling, and ESD Protection. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-2
Safety Precautions. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-2
Handling . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-3
Electrostatic Discharge Protection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-3
Pre-Installation Guidelines . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-4
Configuring and Installing an Internal Tape Drive with SCSI Interface . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-5
Setting the Internal Tape Drive SCSI ID . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-6
Configuring the Internal Tape Drive for TERMPWR . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-9
Installing the Internal Tape Drive . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-9
Securing the Internal Tape Drive . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-10
Connecting the Internal Tape Drive Cables . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-11
Configuring and Installing an Internal Tape Drive with Fibre Channel Interface. . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-17
Fibre Channel Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-17
Secure the Tape Drive . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-18
Connect the Power . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-19
Optional Loader Connector. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-19
Connect the Fibre Channel Cable . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-20
Configuring and Installing a Tabletop Tape Drive . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-20
Configuring the Tape Drive . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-21
SCSI ID . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-21
TERMPWR . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-22
Installing the Tabletop Tape Drive . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-22
SCSI Cables . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-22
AC Power Cable . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-24
Confirming the Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-25
5 Using Your Tape Drive . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-1
Power-On Self-Test . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Performing a Trial Back-up . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Updating the Firmware . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Update the Firmware Using the SCSI Bus . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Create a CUP/FUP Data Cartridge . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Using a CUP/FUP Data Cartridge . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Firmware (Code) Update Troubleshooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Cleaning the Tape Mechanism . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Occasional Cleaning of Tape Head . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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When to Use the Cleaning Tape . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-7
Life Expectancy of the Cleaning Tape . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-7
Compatibility of the Cleaning Tape . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-7
Loading the Cleaning Tape Into a Tabletop Tape Drive . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-8
Front Panel Controls and LEDs. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-9
Troubleshooting. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-12
POST Troubleshooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-12
Over Temperature Condition . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-14
6 Regulatory Compliance. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-1
Safety Regulations. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Safety Certifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Electromagnetic Field Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Electromagnetic Emissions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Electromagnetic Interference Susceptibility . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Immunity and ESD Limits . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Acoustic Noise Emissions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
A Super DLTtape I and Super DLTtape II Data Cartridges
6-1
6-1
6-2
6-2
6-2
6-3
6-4
. . . . . . A-1
Recognizing Quantum Super DLTtape I and II Data Cartridges. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . A-1
Data Cartridge Handling Guidelines . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . A-2
Data Cartridge Inspection Procedure. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . A-4
Data Cartridge Write-protect Switch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . A-7
Loading a Data Cartridge . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . A-9
Unloading a Data Cartridge. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . A-10
B DLTtape VS1 Data Cartridge . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . B-1
Data Cartridge Handling Guidelines . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . B-1
Data Cartridge Inspection Procedure. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . B-3
Data Cartridge Write-Protect Switch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . B-7
Loading a Data Cartridge . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . B-8
Unloading a Data Cartridge. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . B-9
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1 Introduction
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-1
Table 1-1. Typographical Conventions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-3
3 SDLT 600 Tape Drive Specifications. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-1
Table 3-1. SDLT 600 Tape Drive Interface Versions Speeds and Options . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-2
Table 3-2. SDLT 600 Tape Drive Interfaces . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-3
Table 3-3. SDLT 600 Tape Drive Physical Dimensions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-4
Table 3-4. SDLT 600 Tape Drive Shipping Weight. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-4
Table 3-5. SDLT 600 Tape Drive Storage Capacity . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-5
Table 3-6. Data Transfer Error Rates. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-5
Table 3-7. Maximum Data Transfer Rates. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-6
Table 3-8. Super DLTtape II Data Cartridge Media Durability. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-7
Table 3-9. Loading and Unloading the Data Cartridge (Maximum) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-7
Table 3-10. SDLT 600 Tape Drive Performance Data. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-8
Table 3-11. Non-Operating Shock Specifications (Unpackaged) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-9
Table 3-12. Non-Operating Shock Specifications (Packaged, Drop) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-9
Table 3-13. Non-Operating Vibration Specifications (Unpackaged) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-9
Table 3-14. Non-Operating Vibration Specifications (Packaged) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-10
Table 3-15. Operating Shock and Vibration Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-10
Table 3-16. Current and Power Requirements (SCSI Interface) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-12
Table 3-17. Current and Power Requirements (Fibre Channel Interface) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-13
Table 3-18. Temperature and Humidity Specification. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-15
Table 3-19. Tape Drive Storage and Shipment Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-15
Table 3-20. Super DLTtape II Media Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-16
Table 3-21. Super DLTtape II Media Shipping Limits . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-18
Table 3-22. Super DLTtape II Media Operating Limits . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-18
Table 3-23. Super DLTtape II Media Storage Limits . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-18
Table 3-24. SDLT 600 Tape Drive Backward-Read Compatibility (BRC) Transfer Rates. . . . . . . 3-19
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4 Installing Your Tape Drive . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-1
Table 4-1. SCSI ID Address Selections (Graphical Format). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-7
Table 4-2. SCSI ID Address Selections (Tabular Format) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-8
Table 4-3. MSE and SE Mode SCSI Connector Pin Assignments . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-13
Table 4-4. MSE LVD Mode SCSI Connector Pin Assignments . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-15
Table 4-5. 4-Pin Power Connector Pin Assignments . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-16
Table 4-6. 8-Pin Loader Connector Pin Assignments . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-16
5 Using Your Tape Drive . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-1
Table 5-1. SDLT 600 Tape Drive LED Lighting Pattern During Power-On Self-Test (POST) . . . . 5-2
Table 5-2. Dual-Color Drive Density LED Appearance for Type of Data Cartridge Loaded . . . . . 5-10
Table 5-3. How to Interpret the Front Panel LEDs and Other Controls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-11
Table 5-4. Troubleshooting Chart . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-12
6 Regulatory Compliance. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-1
Table 6-1. EMI Regulations and Certifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-2
Table 6-2. Electromagnetic Interference (EMI) Test Summary . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-3
Table 6-3. Acoustic Noise Emissions, Nominal . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-4
A Super DLTtape I and Super DLTtape II Data Cartridges
. . . . . . A-1
Table A-1. Write-Protect Switch Positions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . A-8
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2 SDLT 600 Tape Drive Product Information
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-1
Figure 2-1. SDLT 600 Tape Drive Systems. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-2
Figure 2-2. SDLT 600 Tape Drive Modular Design . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-5
3 SDLT 600 Tape Drive Specifications. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-1
Figure 3-1. Multiple Layers Comprise Super DLTtape II Media . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-17
Figure 3-2. Super DLTtape II Data Cartridge . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-17
4 Installing Your Tape Drive . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-1
Figure 4-1. Detail of the Empty SCSI ID Jumper Block. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-6
Figure 4-2. 10-pin SCSI ID Jumper Block on Rear of Tape Drive . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-7
Figure 4-3. TERMPWR Jumper Block on Rear of Tape Drive. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-9
Figure 4-4. SDLT 600 Tape Drive—Front and Rear Views . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-10
Figure 4-5. Internal Tape Drive Mounting Locations – Front, Side, and Bottom Dimensions . . . . 4-11
Figure 4-6. Connectors on the Back Panel of SDLT 600 Tape Drive . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-13
Figure 4-7. SDLT 600 Fibre Channel Connectors and Jumpers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-18
Figure 4-8. Connecting the SDLT 600 Fibre Channel Cable . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-20
Figure 4-9. Back Panel of the Tabletop Model . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-21
Figure 4-10. SCSI ID Selector Switch for the SDLT 600 Tape Drive Tabletop Model . . . . . . . . . 4-22
Figure 4-11. Cabling Options for the SDLT 600 Tape Drive Tabletop Model . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-23
Figure 4-12. AC Power Cord Connector Types . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-24
5 Using Your Tape Drive . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-1
Figure 5-1. SDLT 600 Tape Drive Front Panel LEDs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-2
Figure 5-2. SDLT 600 Tape Drive Front Panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-9
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A Super DLTtape I and Super DLTtape II Data Cartridges
. . . . . . A-1
Figure A-1. Super DLTtape Data Cartridges Read by SDLT 600 Tape Drive . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . A-2
Figure A-2. Bottom View of Super DLTtape II Data Cartridge . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . A-4
Figure A-3. Super DLTtape II Data Cartridge Reel Locks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . A-5
Figure A-4. Opening the Super DLTtape II Data Cartridge Door . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . A-5
Figure A-5. Problems to Look for Inside the Data Cartridge Door. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . A-6
Figure A-6. Write-Protect Switch on Super DLTtape II Data Cartridge . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . A-7
Figure A-7. Loading a Super DLTtape II Data Cartridge . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . A-9
B DLTtape VS1 Data Cartridge . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . B-1
Figure B-1. Bottom View of DLTtape VS1 Data Cartridge . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . B-3
Figure B-2. DLTtape VS1 Data Cartridge Reel Locks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . B-4
Figure B-3. Faulty Data Cartridge Spring-loaded Reel Hub . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . B-4
Figure B-4. Opening the DLTtape VS1 Data Cartridge Door . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . B-5
Figure B-5. End View of DLTtape VS1 Data Cartridge (Tape Leader Loop in its Correct Position)B-5
Figure B-6. DLTtape VS1 Data Cartridges with Visible Damage. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . B-6
Figure B-7. Write-Protect Switch on DLTtape VS1 Data Cartridge . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . B-7
Figure B-8. Loading a DLTtape VS1 Data Cartridge . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . B-8
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Introduction
This chapter provides supplementary information about using the SDLT 600 tape drive system Product
Manual. The chapter discusses the following topics:
1.1
•
“Purpose and Scope” describes the type of information found in the manual, and its intended use
by the customer.
•
“Referenced Documents” lists various documents that are cross-referenced within this manual.
•
“Related Documents” is a list of other documents that may be helpful to the user.
•
“Structure of this Manual” describes what information is within the other chapters of the manual.
•
“Conventions” defines the writing style conventions used to designate specific elements of
presentation.
•
“For More Information” lists web sites and telephone numbers for obtaining product information
not found in this manual.
•
“Reader Comments” provides contact information for your comments, suggestions, and
corrections for this manual.
Purpose and Scope
This product manual serves as an easy-to-use comprehensive information source and product catalog
to familiarize customers and systems professionals with the SDLT 600 tape drive systems. The manual
is a comprehensive source of information about the SDLT 600 tape drive systems; it describes both the
internal and tabletop versions of the SDLT 600 tape drive.
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1.2
1.3
1.4
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Referenced Documents
•
SDLT 600 Fibre Channel Interface Guide (81-81202-01)
•
SDLT 600 SCSI Interface Guide (81-81200-01)
•
SDLT 600 Design and Integration Guide (81-81196-01)
•
Super DLTtape™ Interactive Library Interface Specification (6464162-01).
Related Documents
•
SDLT 600 Product Specification (81-81218-01)
•
SDLT 600 User Reference Guide (81-81220-01).
Structure of this Manual
•
Chapter 1, “Introduction,” is the chapter you are currently reading.
•
Chapter 2, “SDLT 600 Tape Drive Product Information,” describes various features of the
SDLT 600 tape drive technology and the modular design used to build this exciting product.
•
Chapter 3, “SDLT 600 Tape Drive Specifications,” lists various specifications for the SDLT 600
tape drive system: product, functional, environmental, and recording media.
•
Chapter 4, “Installing Your Tape Drive,” contains handling and pre-installation guidelines,
configuration advice, plus mounting and installation information for your SDLT 600 tape drive.
•
Chapter 5, “Using Your Tape Drive,” contains information on running the self-test, descriptions
of the front panel controls and LEDs, procedures for updating the firmware (microcode), and
various pointers for caring for your SDLT 600 tape drive.
•
Chapter 6, “Regulatory Compliance,” lists various regulations that apply to the SDLT 600 tape
drive.
•
Appendix A, “Super DLTtape I and Super DLTtape II Data Cartridges,” provides
information for the Super DLTtape™ I and Super DLTtape II data cartridges including handling
and inspection procedures, information on the write-protect switch, and how to load and unload a
data cartridge.
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•
Appendix B, “DLTtape VS1 Data Cartridge,” provides information for the DLTtape™ VS data
cartridge including handling and inspection procedures, information on the write-protect switch,
and how to load and unload a data cartridge.
•
“Glossary” provides definitions for technical terms and acronyms used throughout the document.
Conventions
This manual uses the following conventions to designate specific elements.
Table 1-1.
1.6
Typographical Conventions
Element
Convention
Example
Commands
Uppercase (unless case-sensitive)
FORMAT UNIT
Messages
Uppercase
INVALID PRODUCT
NUMBER
Hexadecimal Notation
Number followed by lowercase h
25h
Binary Notation
Number followed by lowercase b
101b
Decimal Notation
Number without suffix
512
Acronyms
Uppercase
POST
Abbreviations
Lowercase, except where standard
usage requires uppercase
Mb (megabits)
MB (megabytes)
Dimensions in Figures
No units specified (Inches understood
unless otherwise specified)
0.57 EJECT DISTANCE
For More Information
The web site http://www.dlttape.com includes more valuable information about SDLT systems; or to
locate very specific product-related information, visit http://www.quantum.com/SDLT.
To contact Tandberg Technical Support, call +49-231-5436-142.
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Reader Comments
Tandberg is committed to providing the best products and service. We encourage your comments,
suggestions, and corrections for this manual. Please send all comments to this address:
Tandberg Data ASA
Kjelsåsveien 161
0411 Oslo, Norway
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SDLT 600 Tape Drive
Product Information
This chapter describes the features of the SDLT 600 tape drive system. This chapter covers the
following topics:
2.1
•
“Overview” describes basic features of the system.
•
“Product Features” lists key features of the SDLT 600 tape drives.
•
“Tape Drive Technology” includes photographs of the tape drive, and introduces important basic
features.
•
“Modular Design” introduces tape drive components such as the tape heads, media, data cartridge,
and host interface.
•
“Quantum Diagnostics Tools” describes tools and utilities that provide the ability to run
diagnostics and test for drive functionality.
•
“TapeAlert” describes a built-in tape device status monitoring and messaging utility.
•
“Medium Auxiliary Memory” introduces an SDLT 600 tape drive feature that provides key input
for Quantum’s DLTSage suite of maintenance diagnostics software.
Overview
The SDLT 600 tape drive system is a highly scalable tape drive designed for multiple product
generations. It is a follow-on to the DLT product family. The SDLT 600 tape drive system comprises
both the tape drive and the data cartridge. The system is available in three models: a tabletop (or
external) unit, an internal unit for server installation, and a library model for installing in tape
automation systems. The model SDLT 600 tape drive system provides 300 Gigabyte (GB) of storage
capacity with a transfer speed of 36 Megabyte per second (MB/sec) native; 600 GB of storage capacity
with a transfer speed of 72 MB/sec compressed.
Figure 2-1 on page 2-2 shows pictures of the internal and tabletop models. The library model (not
shown) is identical to the internal, but with a different front bezel.
For detailed engineering specifications, refer to Chapter 3, “SDLT 600 Tape Drive Specifications.”
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Tabletop model
Figure 2-1. SDLT 600 Tape Drive Systems
2.2
Product Features
The SDLT 600 tape drive system offers the following product features:
2-2
•
A streaming tape drive that uses half-inch wide Super Digital Linear Tape (Super DLTtape II)
media.
•
A standard 5.25-inch full-height form factor to simplify integration into system and tape library
solutions.
•
Backward read compatibility for SDLT 220 and SDLT 320 tape drive formats with the Super
DLTtape I data cartridge type; and the DLT VS160 tape drive format with DLTtape™ VS1 data
cartridge type.
•
DLTSage iTalk (and Pocket DLTSage iTalk)—Infrared (wireless) interface that provides a remote
testing base allowing customers and integrators to access system diagnostic information from the
front of the SDLT 600 tape drive system.
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Chapter 2: SDLT 600 Tape Drive Product Information
The SDLT 600 tape drive is available in either Ultra 160 or Fibre Channel interface versions.
(Fibre Channel not available with the tabletop model).
For more information on the SDLT 600 tape drive features and other product information, you can
access the DLT Group web site at:
http://www.dlttape.com/DLTtape/Overview.htm
This web page provides information that is constantly updated as needed. Refer to this web site often
to obtain the most current information.
2.3
Tape Drive Technology
The SDLT 600 tape drive incorporates various new state-of-the-art technologies that contribute to the
SDLT architecture. Some of these ideas are trademarked, others are patented. The following
subsections introduce the important technologies that together, comprise the SDLT 600 tape drive
system.
2.3.1
Laser Guided Magnetic Recording
The SDLT 600 tape drive systems (shown in Figure 2-1) are based on Laser Guided Magnetic
Recording (LGMR) technology. LGMR provides a unique combination of the best optical and
magnetic technologies, which results in dramatically higher capacities by substantially increasing the
number of recording tracks on the data-bearing surface of the media. By recording data magnetically
on the data-bearing side of the media and using servo movement optically on the backside, LGMR
optimizes highly proven technologies to deliver the most efficient, reliable, and scalable data backup
solution to the mid-range market.
2.3.2
Pivoting Optical Servo
Pivoting Optical Servo (POS) is an optically-encoded servo system, that combines high-density
magnetic read/write data recording with laser servo guiding. The POS provides high-duty-cycle
applications, which decreases cost and increases user convenience. The POS enables the head to track
dynamic variations in tape motion.
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Magneto Resistive Cluster Heads
Magneto Resistive Cluster (MRC) heads are a densely packed array of small, cost-effective Magneto
Resistive (MR) tape heads precisely positioned using advanced thin-film processing technology. SDLT
MRC heads provide high wafer usage efficiency resulting in low head costs, are less susceptible to
variations in tape speed, yield higher track density and capacity, and provide a multi-channel
architecture for increased transfer rate and performance.
2.3.4
Advanced Partial Response Maximum Likelihood
Improving on Partial Response Maximum Likelihood (PRML) technology traditionally used in disk
drives and communication systems, PRML channel technology, brings new levels of performance and
capacity to high-performance linear tape products. This provides high-encoding efficiency recording
densities for greater capacity and performance that enables SDLT to increase transfer rates and
capacity substantially.
2.3.5
Advanced Metal Powder Media
Advanced Metal Powder (AMP) media is a state-of-the-art media using durable metal powder
technology for recording very high densities of data. The back side of the AMP media receives a
specially formulated coating to accept the optical servo tracks. Because the servo information is on the
back side of the media, the entire data-bearing side of the media is available for recording data and
eliminates the need for pre-formatting. In addition, AMP media meets the needs of multiple
generations of the SDLT technology.
2.3.6
Positive Engagement Tape Leader Buckling Mechanism
The positive engagement tape leader buckling mechanism is a highly robust mechanism that increases
data cartridge life and supports the extensive duty-cycle environments found in high-end and
automation environments.
This mechanism engages the tape leader upon data cartridge load and disengages it upon data cartridge
unload. It uses a solid metal pin attached to the drive leader to link with molded clips permanently
attached to the tape leader inside the data cartridge. The Positive Leader Link design makes the
buckling of Super DLTtape media a totally reliable mechanical process.
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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, media, data
cartridge, and host interface.
As shown in Figure 2-2 on page 2-5, the SDLT 600 tape drive consists of five distinct modules:
•
Data Control Module (DCM)
•
Tape Control Module (TCM)
•
Front Panel Module (FPM)
•
Electronic Interface Module (EIM)
•
Super DLTtape II Data Cartridge (Data Cartridge).
The modular concept makes the SDLT 600 tape drive system easy to manufacture and configure. Each
module is optimized to perform a specific set of functions and designed to interface with the other
modules in a well defined and flexible manner.
The following subsections provide a brief overview of each module.
TCM
FPM
Data
Cartridge
DCM
EIM ICM
EIM HIM
Figure 2-2. SDLT 600 Tape Drive Modular Design
NOTE: Despite the deliberate modularity of each module, with the exception of
the FPM, individual users should not “swap” modules. The FPM is the
only module that is field replaceable. Customer adjustments to the TCM,
DCM, or EIM will void the tape drive’s warranty.
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Data Control Module
The Data Control Module (DCM) contains several of the functions and features of the 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. These are the POS and the MRC heads.
The main functions of the DCM are to provide the path and guides for all tape motion inside the tape
drive and to write data to and read data from the tape. In addition to the POS and MRC heads described
in Section 2.3.2, “Pivoting Optical Servo” on page 2-3 and Section 2.3.3, “Magneto Resistive Cluster
Heads” on page 2-4, the DCM contains a number of components that interact to perform these
functions. These components include:
•
Advanced head guide assembly
•
Take-up reel
•
Drive motor
•
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.
2.4.2
Tape Control Module
The Tape Control Module (TCM) implements the functions required to buckle and unbuckle the tape
and control the tape motion. The TCM consists of a variety of components:
•
TCM Printed Circuit Board Assembly (PCBA)
•
Base Plate
•
Data Cartridge Receiver
•
Positive Engagement Tape Leader Buckling Mechanism
•
Tape supply motor assembly
•
Floor plate assembly.
TCM PCBA
The TCM has its own PCBA that controls the functions of the TCM and interfaces with the main
controller board in the EIM. By designing the TCM as a distinct module, it allows manufacturing and
testing the TCM as a stand-alone module, simplifying the design, manufacturing, and troubleshooting
processes.
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Base Plate
The SDLT 600 tape drive base plate is an aluminum die casting with precisely machined surfaces. The
casting acts as the support platform for the other modules and for the tape drive enclosure. The base
plate also includes the precision mounting holes used to install SDLT 600 tape drives into a server or
tape library. The SDLT 600 tape drive base plate, and therefore the entire SDLT 600 tape drive,
conforms to the 5.25 inch, full-height form factor.
Data Cartridge Receiver
On tape insertion, the data cartridge receiver assembly guides the tape into its operating position,
opens the data cartridge door, unlocks the data cartridge brakes, engages the data cartridge drive motor,
and secures the tape for operation. On tape ejection, the data cartridge receiver assembly reverses the
process and automatically ejects the tape a fixed distance from the front of the tape drive.
Positive Engagement Tape Leader Buckling Mechanism
The buckling mechanism is responsible for engaging the tape leader upon data cartridge load and
disengaging it on data cartridge unload. See Section 2.3.6, “Positive Engagement Tape Leader
Buckling Mechanism” on page 2-4 for more information.
2.4.3
Front Panel Module
The Front Panel Module (FPM) of the system (sometimes referred to as the bezel) performs a number
of functions:
•
Protecting the front of the TCM from physical damage
•
Channeling airflow through the system
•
Aligning the data cartridge when it is inserted into the system
•
Providing system status and information through LEDs
•
Enabling data cartridge ejection
•
Delivering the overall cosmetic look of the system.
The FPM is a single module with lenses for the system’s LEDs and a button to activate the drive eject
switch. The SDLT 600 tape drive front panel contains no electronics.
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Electronic Interface Module
The Electronic Interface Module (EIM) is the electronic heart of the SDLT 600 tape drive system. It
provides the main control function for the system and the interface from the system to the host
computer, library, or autoloader. The EIM provides the Advanced PRML feature of the SDLT
technology. Refer to “Advanced Partial Response Maximum Likelihood” on page 2-4 for a brief
description of PRML.
The EIM consists of two major boards: the Integrated Controller Module (ICM), and a separate Host
Interface Module (HIM). The ICM contains the main controller and servo microprocessor, the customdesigned SDLT ASICs, and the cache memory while the HIM implements the interface between the
host system and the tape drive. This allows easy configuration of the tape drive to match different host
interfaces by simply substituting the appropriate HIM card.
As with the other major modules of the SDLT technology, the EIM is manufactured and tested as a
distinct module.
2.4.5
Super DLTtape II Data Cartridge
As with all tape technologies, the Super DLTtape II data cartridge is a key part of the overall system.
The main function of the data cartridge is to provide the magnetic recording media used by the system
to store customer information. The data cartridge also provides the protective casing that allows safe
media movement and storage.
From the outside, the Super DLTtape II data cartridge looks very similar to the Super DLTtape I and
DLTtape VS1 data cartridges. The basic geometry, write protection switch, and label space are the
same. This simplifies the integration of the SDLT 600 tape drive into existing operating environments
and into automated tape libraries. The Super DLTtape II data cartridge is easy to recognize; it has a
different color than the Super DLTtape I and DLTtape VS1 data cartridges, and contains a distinctive
pattern molded into the shell. The DLTtape logo and the product name are also molded into the shell,
which ensure you have a genuine Super DLTtape II data cartridge.
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Quantum Diagnostics Tools
Quantum, the manufacturer of your drive, frequently provides new and updated tools to use with its
tape drives. These tools include such items as upgrades for product software and firmware, and
diagnostic software that may be newly developed. All these tools are available on Quantum’s web site.
NOTE: These tools are only available to registered Quantum customers.
Refer to the following procedure to access these tools.
1. Go to the Quantum web site: http://www.quantum.com.
2. Click SERVICE AND SUPPORT in the upper menu bar. This opens the Service and Support window.
3. Explore the various pages that comprise Service and Support until you find what you need.
New tools and utilities get added frequently, so check back often.
2.6
TapeAlert
SDLT 600 tape drives are delivered with TapeAlert features built in. The internal SDLT firmware
constantly monitors the device’s hardware and media, checking for errors and potential difficulties. It
flags any problems identified on the SCSI log page, where 64 bytes are reserved for use by TapeAlert.
After a backup, the TapeAlert-compatible backup application automatically reads the device’s
TapeAlert SCSI log page to check for any problems. If an error is flagged, your backup software
displays a clear warning message on your screen, and adds the TapeAlert messages to its logs. These
messages are standard across all applications that support TapeAlert, and give clear explanation of the
problem and suggested resolution. For example, if you were attempting to back up onto an expired
tape, you would see the following message:
WARNING: The data cartridge has reached the end of its useful life:
Copy any data you need to another tape.
Discard the old tape.
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Medium Auxiliary Memory
Medium Auxiliary Memory (MAM) is a feature in the SDLT 600 tape drive that produces various
attributes about the data cartridge and records them in a log file on the media itself. These attributes
provide the underlying information for the DLTSage suite of predictive and preventive maintenance
diagnostics software.
For more information about MAM, see the SDLT 600 SCSI Interface Guide (81-81200-01) or the
SDLT 600 Fibre Channel Interface Guide (81-81202-01). For more information about DLTSage, see
the DLTSage Implementation Guide (81-81201-01).
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SDLT 600 Tape Drive
Specifications
This chapter describes various specifications that apply to the SDLT 600 tape drive system:
3.1
•
“Product Specifications” provides tape drive specifications
•
“Functional Specifications” provides functional specifications for the tape drive
•
“Environmental Specifications” provides environmental specifications for operating the tape drive
•
“Recording Media Specifications” provides media specifications for Super DLTtape II data
cartridges.
Product Specifications
The following subsections contain full product specifications for the SDLT 600 tape drive.
3.1.1
Host Interface
The tabletop model of the SDLT 600 tape drive has an Ultra 160 SCSI interface. The internal model
has either a Fibre Channel interface or an Ultra 160 SCSI 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. For details, refer to Table 3-1 on page 3-2, which provides speeds
and options for the SDLT 600 tape drive interface versions.
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Table 3-1.
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SDLT 600 Tape Drive Interface Versions Speeds and Options
Interface Speeds
Versions
Protocol Options
Fibre
• 100 MB/second
Channel * • 200 MB/second
•
•
•
•
•
•
•
Class3
Connect to N port, NL port, FL port
FC-MI
FC-AL-2
FCP-2
FC-FS
SCSI-3 (SAM-2, SPC-2, or SSC)
Ultra 160 • 160 MB/second maximum burst speed ** • Multi-mode Single-Ended (MSE) provides one
of two differential senses:
- Low Voltage Differential (LVD) running up to
160 MB/second, or
- Single Ended (SE) running up to 40
MB/second
• Ultra 160 2/FAST-20/Asynchronous
• SCSI-3 (SAM-2, SPC-2, and SSC)
• Supports up to 15 hosts
* Fibre Channel interface not available in the tabletop model.
** The SCSI bus itself limits this speed, not the design of SDLT 600 tape drive or Super DLTtape II media.
Ultra 160 SCSI Interface
The Ultra 160 SCSI interface provides a low-voltage differential (LVD) mode running up to
160 MB/second and a single-ended (SE) mode running up to 40 MB/second.
NOTE: The host computer’s SCSI controller card may limit these speeds. To
achieve the best performance, make sure the SCSI controller card can
operate at 160 MB/second.
The tape drive automatically senses the SCSI bus mode and switches between LVD and SE
accordingly. Although the tape drive defaults to LVD, it switches to SE if the SCSI bus operates in SE
mode. For example, if the SCSI controller card is SE (or multimode set to SE), the tape drive
automatically switches to SE mode. Also, if any device on the SCSI bus is SE, the entire bus switches
to SE, including the tape drive.
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In SE mode, the SCSI bus can support up to 7 devices using cable lengths up to 3 meters. In LVD
mode, the SCSI bus can support up to 15 devices using cable lengths up to 25 meters.
For more information about the SCSI interface, refer to the SDLT 600 SCSI Interface Guide
(81-81200-01).
Fibre Channel Interface
The Fibre Channel interface runs at speeds up to either 1 Gb/second or 2 Gb/second, depending on the
configuration you choose during installation.
Fibre Channel can support up to 126 devices in a loop configuration. Longwave transceivers (with
fiber optic cable) support distances up to 10 kilometers; shortwave transceivers (with fiber optic cable)
support distances up to 500 meters.
For more information about the Fibre Channel interface, refer to the SDLT 600 Fibre Channel
Interface Guide (81-81202-01).
3.1.2
Physical Interface
The SDLT 600 tape drive has the interfaces shown in Table 3-2 available from the back panel (per
type, per port).
Table 3-2.
SDLT 600 Tape Drive Interfaces
Interface Versions
Physical Characteristics
Fibre Channel
Topology-constrained (force point-to-point)
1 Gbit or 2 Gbit interface (selectable at time of installation)
850 nanometer LC connector transceiver (optional)
Parallel SCSI
MSE, LVD
Ultra 160
SCSI ID (user selectable at time of installation)
TERMPWR connector style: 4-pin
Connector style: 68-pin high density SCSI
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Physical Dimensions and Weights
Table 3-3 provides physical dimensions for the SDLT 600 tape drive system.
Table 3-3.
SDLT 600 Tape Drive Physical Dimensions
Internal Version
Library Version
Tabletop Version
Height 82.55 mm (3.25 in.) without front bezel 82.55 mm (3.25 in.) without front bezel 164.46 mm
(6.48 in.)
85.73 mm (3.38 in.) with front bezel
85.73 mm (3.38 in.) with front bezel
Width
146.05 mm (5.75 in.) behind front bezel 146.05 mm (5.75 in.) behind front bezel 174.75 mm
148.59 mm (5.85 in.) with front bezel 148.59 mm (5.85 in.) with front bezel (6.88 in.)
Depth
203.20 mm (8.00 in.) from back of
front bezel
203.20 mm (8.00 in.) from back of
front bezel
215.40 mm (8.48 in.) including front
bezel
212.22 mm (8.36 in.) including front
bezel
320.04 mm
(12.60 in.)
Note: Mounting hole pattern for the bottom and sides of the system is industry standard.
Table 3-4 shows the weights of the SDLT 600 tape drive.
Table 3-4.
SDLT 600 Tape Drive Shipping Weight
Internal Version
Tabletop Version
Weight*
2.38 kg (5 lbs. 4 oz)
6.27 kg (13 lbs. 13 oz)
Shipping Weight*
3.77 kg (8 lbs. 5 oz)
9.90 kg (21 lbs. 13 oz)
* Weights depend on configuration. The packaging used may change the shipping weight.
3.1.4
Compression
The tape drive contains on-board hardware to compress and decompress data using a DLZ algorithm.
The default setting for data compression is on.
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Chapter 3: SDLT 600 Tape Drive Specifications
Storage Capacity
Table 3-5 provides native and compressed capacity ranges for the Super DLTtape II data cartridge:
Table 3-5.
SDLT 600 Tape Drive Storage Capacity
Mode
Capacity
Native Storage Capacity
300 GB
Compressed Storage Capacity
600 GB (2:1 compression ratio)
In accordance with industry practice, a typical compression ratio of 2:1 is quoted. The redundancy and
type of data files being written determine the actual compression ratios achieved.
3.1.6
Data Integrity
SDLT 600 tape drive data transfer errors are extremely rare; Table 3-6 shows data integrity for the
overall SDLT 600 tape drive system.
Table 3-6.
Data Transfer Error Rates
Error Type
Frequency
Detected, Recoverable (ECC) READ
< 1 error in 106 bytes read
Detected, Unrecoverable READ
< 1 error in 1017 bits read
Undetected READ
< 1 error in 1027 bits read
Rewrite of Data
< 1 per 106 bytes written
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Maximum Data Transfer Rate
Table 3-7 shows the maximum sustained (and burst) data transfer rates for the SDLT 600 tape drive.
Table 3-7.
Maximum Data Transfer Rates
Configuration
Native
Compressed*
Burst Max**
SCSI Ultra 160 (MSE LVD mode) 36 MB/sec
72 MB/sec
160 MB/sec
SCSI Ultra 160 (SE mode)
36 MB/sec
40 MB/sec
40 MB/sec
Fibre Channel (1 Gbps)
36 MB/sec
72 MB/sec
100 MB/sec
Fibre Channel (2 Gbps)
36 MB/sec
72 MB/sec
200 MB/sec
* The compression rates shown assume an industry standard 2:1 compression ratio. Actual compression ratios achieved
depend on the redundancy of data files being recorded. For non-compressible (expanding) data, this results in a reduction
in capacity and transfer rate for the data. Fully random data is the worst case for compressibility.
** The SCSI bus limits burst speeds, not the design of SDLT 600 tape drive or Super DLTtape II media.
NOTE: Cable lengths and cable type may limit attainable transfer rate; for details,
refer to: SDLT 600 Design and Integration Guide (81-81196-01).
3.1.8
Head Life and MTBF
The projected mean time between failures (MTBF) for the overall SDLT 600 tape drive system is
250,000 hours, not including the heads. Head life is a minimum of 30,000 tape motion hours and an
average of 50,000 media motion hours.
NOTE: The manufacturer does not warrant that predicted MTBF is representative
of any particular unit installed for customer use. Actual figures vary from
unit to unit.
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Chapter 3: SDLT 600 Tape Drive Specifications
Media Durability
Table 3-8 shows the number of media passes and full media uses to expect from a Super DLTtape II
data cartridge.
Table 3-8.
Super DLTtape II Data Cartridge Media Durability
Media Durability
Media passes*
1,000,000
Full media uses**
250
* A media pass occurs with any movement (in either direction) of the surface of the media over
the tape head.
** A full media use is an operation that reads or writes (with verify off) the full capacity of the
data cartridge.
3.1.10 Data Cartridge Life Expectancy
Table 3-9 shows the number of load and unload cycles you can expect before the data cartridges need
to be replaced.
Table 3-9.
Loading and Unloading the Data Cartridge (Maximum)
Super DLTtape II Data Cartridge
Data cartridge load/unload cycles*
5,000
Media insertions**
20,000
* A load/unload cycle is when a data cartridge is inserted into the receiver, loaded to BOT,
calibrated, and then unloaded.
** An insertion is when a data cartridge is inserted into the receiver and then unloaded.
3.1.11 Positive Engagement Tape Leader Buckling Mechanism
This buckling mechanism engages the tape leaders upon data cartridge load and disengages them upon
data cartridge unload.
Component level tests of buckle arm components have shown at least 250,000 cycles on an SDLT 600
tape drive without failure, breakage, or binding; this includes the take-up leader, the supply leader, and
the media itself.
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Functional Specifications
The following subsections contain functional specifications for the SDLT 600 tape drive.
3.2.1
Performance Data
Table 3-10 provides performance data for the SDLT 600 tape drive system. For a comparison of
SDLT 600 tape drive storage capacities, refer to Section 3.1.5, “Storage Capacity” on page 3-5.
Table 3-10.
SDLT 600 Tape Drive Performance Data
Feature
SDLT 600 Tape Drive
Drive Read/Write Transfer Rate*
36 MB/second, native
72 MB/second, compressed
Tracks
40 logical tracks
640 physical tracks
Track Density
1502 tracks per inch (tpi)
Linear Bit Density
233 Kbits per inch (Kbpi)
Read/Write Tape Speed
108 inches per second (ips)
Rewind Tape Speed
160 ips
Linear Search Tape Speed
160 ips
Average Rewind Time**
77 seconds
Maximum Rewind Time**
156 seconds
Average Access Time** (from BOT)
79 seconds
Maximum Access Time** (from BOT)
190 seconds
Load to BOT**
18 seconds (typical)
63 seconds (unformatted tape)
Unload from BOT**
19 seconds
Nominal Tape Tension
Stationary: 3.0 ± 0.5 oz
Operating Speed: 3.5 ± 0.5 oz
* Depending on data type and SCSI bus limitations/system configuration.
** Note that data is typical; times may be longer if error recovery time is necessary, or if the
command times out for any reason. For information on SCSI command timeout values,
refer to SDLT 600 Design and Integration Guide, 81-81196-01.
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Chapter 3: SDLT 600 Tape Drive Specifications
Shock and Vibration Specifications
The following tables provide non-operating and operating shock and vibration specifications for the
SDLT 600 tape drive system.
Table 3-11.
Non-Operating Shock Specifications (Unpackaged)
Shock (Unpackaged)
Pulse Shape
Square wave
½ sine pulse
Peak Acceleration
40 G
140 G
Duration
10 ms (180 inches/second)
2 ms
Application
X,Y,Z axes, twice in each axis (once in each direction)
Table 3-12.
Non-Operating Shock Specifications (Packaged, Drop)
Shock (Packaged,
Drop)
Height
of Drop
Number
of Drops
Package Weight
Drop
42 inches
16 drops total
0 lbs. < package weight ≤ 20 lbs.
36 inches
16 drops total
20 lbs. < package weight ≤ 50 lbs.
Table 3-13.
Non-Operating Vibration Specifications (Unpackaged)
Vibration (Unpackaged)
Type
Sine
Sweep
Frequency Range
5 to 500 to 5 Hz
Upward and downward sweep
Acceleration Level
0.02" DA
1.0 G
Between 5 and 31 Hz (crossover)
Between 31 and 500 Hz (crossover)
Application
X,Y,Z axes
Sweep rate = ½ octave/minute
Type
Random
Frequency Range
10 to 500 Hz
Acceleration Level
2.0 G
PSD Envelope
0.008 G2/Hz
Application
X,Y,Z axes
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Table 3-14.
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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 axes (30 minutes, each profile and each axis, for a total of 3
hours)
Type
Sine, Sweep, and Dwell
Frequency Range
5 to 150 to 5 Hz; 0.5 octave/minute, 0.5 G
Application
X,Y,Z axes; dwell at lowest resonant frequency in axis for 30
minutes.
Additional 30 minutes for each additional resonance; up to 4
resonances total.
* Air and truck profiles are specified in ASTM D4728, Standard Test Method for Random Vibration
Testing of Shipping Containers.
Table 3-15.
Operating Shock and Vibration Specifications
Shock
Pulse Shape
½ sine pulse
Peak Acceleration
10 G
Duration
10 ms
Application
X,Y,Z axes, twice in each axis (once in each direction)
Vibration
3-10
Type
Sine
Sweep
Frequency Range
5 to 500 to 5 Hz
Upward and downward sweep
Acceleration Level
0.25 G
0.010" DA
Between 22 and 500 Hz
Between 5 and 22 Hz (crossover)
Application
X,Y,Z axes
Sweep rate = 1.0 octave/minute
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Chapter 3: SDLT 600 Tape Drive Specifications
Current and Power Requirements
Table 3-16 on page 3-12 lists the current and power requirements for the two versions of the SDLT 600
tape drive system (internal and tabletop) configured with the SCSI interface. Table 3-17 on page 3-13
lists the current and power requirements for the internal version of the SDLT 600 tape drive system
configured with the Fibre Channel interface. The library version of the SDLT 600 tape drive uses the
same amount of power as the internal version with both the SCSI and Fibre Channel interfaces. The
tabletop version requires AC power.
The tape drive draws the highest current (and power) during the native write modes. Standby is
measured with the tape loaded and tensioned or untensioned, and Idle is measured with power on with
no tape loaded. (The power drawn in these two modes is similar enough that they are listed together.)
NOTE: In Table 3-16 and Table 3-17, the current and DC power values pertain to
the internal tape drive, while the AC power values apply to the tabletop
tape drive.
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Table 3-16.
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Current and Power Requirements (SCSI Interface)
Mode
5 V Current (A)
MaxPk1
MaxMean2
12 V Current (A)
MaxPk1
MaxMean2
Typ3
DC Power (W)
Max4
Typ5
AC Power (W)
Max6
Typ7
Typ3
Standby/Idle
2.6
2.6
2.4
0.2
0.1
0.1
14
14
47
45
Media Loading/
Unloading
6.2
5.3
3.4
2.7
0.9
0.7
30
26
64
56
600 Write–
Motor Start8
4.3
4.0
3.7
1.3
0.3
0.3
23
22
51
48
600 Write–
Streaming
5.4
5.1
4.9
0.7
0.5
0.4
30
30
65
63
Max for
SDLT 600 tape
drive Modes9
n/a
5.3
n/a
n/a
0.9
n/a
30
n/a
70
n/a
1. 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. These values are calculated from the average of
Peak-ripple-current + 2 sigma, measured at nominal DC voltage.
2. The Max-Mean value is the average of the maximum RMS current drawn during this operating mode. These
values are calculated from the average of RMS current + 3 sigma, measured at nominal DC voltage.
3. The typical current is calculated from the average of all RMS current drawn during this operating mode, measured
at nominal DC voltage.
4. The Max DC power is calculated from the typical DC power + 3 sigma, measured at nominal DC voltage. This
value takes into account that the peak currents on the 5V and 12V do not occur at the same time.
5. The Typical DC power is calculated from the average RMS DC power drawn during this operating mode,
measured at nominal DC voltage. This value also takes into account that the peak currents on the 5V and 12V do
not occur at the same time.
6. The Max AC power is calculated from the typical AC power in tabletop tape drives + 3 sigma.
7. The Typical AC power is calculated from the average of AC power drawn in tabletop tape drives.
8. These events last < 1 second and occur at a duty cycle of less than 25%.
9. The Max values for each mode are based on the Max-Mean values, since the peak values are of very short
duration.
(Common Notes)
(1) Voltage tolerance: 5V ±5%, 12V ±5%; Room temperature 24 °C. AC power measured at 117 V, 60 Hz.
(2) DC Current, MaxMean, and DC/AC Power Max refer to the statistically calculated maximum average
requirement based on a sample population of tape drives. These values do not reflect the peak current or power
requirement; this amount is given by the DC MaxPk current.
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Current and Power Requirements (Fibre Channel Interface)
Mode
5 V Current (A)
MaxPk1
MaxMean2
12 V Current (A)
MaxPk1
MaxMean2
Typ3
DC Power (W)
Max4
Typ5
AC Power (W)
Max6
Typ7
Typ3
Standby/Idle
3.5
3.5
3.1
0.2
0.1
0.1
18
17
n/a
n/a
Media Loading/
Unloading
5.4
4.4
4.4
2.7
0.7
0.7
30
30
n/a
n/a
600 Write–
Motor Start8
4.6
4.3
4.2
1.3
0.3
0.3
25
25
n/a
n/a
600 Write–
Streaming
5.9
5.6
5.5
0.7
0.5
0.4
33
33
n/a
n/a
Max for
SDLT 600 tape
drive Modes9
n/a
5.6
n/a
n/a
0.7
n/a
33
n/a
n/a
n/a
1. 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. These values are calculated from the average of
Peak-ripple-current + 2 sigma, measured at nominal DC voltage.
2. The Max-Mean value is the average of the maximum RMS current drawn during this operating mode. These
values are calculated from the average of RMS current + 3 sigma, measured at nominal DC voltage.
3. The typical current is calculated from the average of all RMS current drawn during this operating mode, measured
at nominal DC voltage.
4. The Max DC power is calculated from the typical DC power + 3 sigma, measured at nominal DC voltage. This
value takes into account that the peak currents on the 5V and 12V do not occur at the same time.
5. The Typical DC power is calculated from the average RMS DC power drawn during this operating mode,
measured at nominal DC voltage. This value also takes into account that the peak currents on the 5V and 12V do
not occur at the same time.
6. The Max AC power is calculated from the typical AC power in tabletop tape drives + 3 sigma.
7. The Typical AC power is calculated from the average of AC power drawn in tabletop tape drives.
8. These events last < 1 second and occur at a duty cycle of less than 25%.
9. The Max values for each mode are based on the Max-Mean values, since the peak values are of very short
duration.
(Common Notes)
(1) Voltage tolerance: 5V ±5%, 12V ±5%; Room temperature 24 °C. AC power measured at 117 V, 60 Hz.
(2) DC Current, MaxMean, and DC/AC Power Max refer to the statistically calculated maximum average
requirement based on a sample population of tape drives. These values do not reflect the peak current or power
requirement; this amount is given by the DC MaxPk current.
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SDLT 600 Tape Drive System Recording Method
The SDLT 600 tape drive system uses the Partial Response Maximum Likelihood (PRML) 32/33
encoding method for reading/writing SDLT 600 tape drive format. It uses the same algorithmm for
reading SDLT 220, SDLT 320, and the DLT VS160 tape drive formats.
3.3
Environmental Specifications
The SDLT 600 tape drive system operates in environments that include general offices and work
spaces with systems capable of maintaining standard comfort levels.
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, the
manufacturer strongly recommends that SDLT 600 tape drives be used in a clean, smoke-free
environment.
3.3.1
Air Flow Requirements
The internal tape drive requires adequate air flow to dissipate the heat resulting from continuous drive
operation. Specifically, the air flow must be sufficient to keep the tape path temperature below 50 °C.
To allow enough air into the tape drive to keep the tape path below this temperature, it is important to
keep the cooling holes in the rear and the grill in the front of the tape drive clear of any obstructions
that may hinder the air flow. For more details about airflow, refer to the SDLT 600 Design and
Integration Guide (81-81196-01).
NOTE: It is also important to limit the ambient air temperature to no greater than
40 °C.
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Chapter 3: SDLT 600 Tape Drive Specifications
Temperature and Humidity
The ambient operating environment for the tape drive may not exceed the limits shown in Table 3-18.
(The specifications shown in the table are valid for both the internal and tabletop tape drives.)
Table 3-18.
3.3.3
Temperature and Humidity Specification
Specification
Operating Limits
Non-Operating Limits
(Power On, No Tape Loaded)
Wet Bulb Temperature
25 °C (77 °F)
25 °C (77 °F)
Dry Bulb Temperature
Range
10 °C to 40 °C (50 °F to 104 °F)
10 °C to 40 °C (50 °F to 104 °F)
Temperature Gradient
11 °C (20 °F)/hour (across range)
15 °C (27 °F)/hour (across range)
Relative Humidity
20% to 80% (non-condensing)
10% to 90% (non-condensing)
Humidity Gradient
10%/hour
10%/hour
Storage and Shipment
The ambient storage and shipment environment for the tape drive may not exceed the limits shown in
Table 3-19. (The specifications shown in the table are valid for both the internal and tabletop tape
drives.)
Table 3-19.
Tape Drive Storage and Shipment Specifications
Specification*
Storage
(Unpacked or Packed)
Shipping
Wet Bulb Temperature
46 °C (114 °F)
46 °C (114 °F)
Dry Bulb Temperature
–40 °C to 66 °C (–40 °F to 150 °F)
–40 °C to 66 °C (–40 °F to 150 °F)
Temperature Gradient
20 °C (36 °F)/hour (across range)
20 °C (36 °F)/hour (across range)
Relative Humidity
10 to 95% (non-condensing)
10 to 95% (non-condensing)
Humidity Gradient
10%/hour
10%/hour
* Note that these specifications apply to the tape drive only. Media specifications are listed in “Recording
Media Specifications” on page 3-16.
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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 Section 3.3.2, “Temperature and
Humidity” on page 3-15.
The SDLT 600 tape drive will operate to 30,000 feet for temperatures within 15 ± 5 °C.
3.4
Recording Media Specifications
Super DLTtape II media differs slightly from previous generations of Super DLTtape media.
Table 3-20 shows overall specifications for Super DLTtape II media.
Table 3-20.
3.4.1
Super DLTtape II Media Specifications
Characteristic
Specification
Overall tape thickness
8.0 µm
Media length, total
2066 feet
Media length, usable
1957 feet
Media Structure
Super DLTtape II media comprises several layers, as shown in Figure 3-1 on page 3-17.
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High Coercivity
Magnetic Layer
Under Layer
Enhanced Base
Film Layer
Back Coat Layer
with Servo Guides
Layers not drawn to scale
Figure 3-1. Multiple Layers Comprise Super DLTtape II Media
3.4.2
Physical Data Cartridge
A durable plastic case encloses the Super DLTtape II media, as shown in Figure 3-2.
Figure 3-2. Super DLTtape II Data Cartridge
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Media Shipping, Operating, and Storage
Specifications
Table 3-21 describes the optimum media shipping conditions.
Table 3-21.
Super DLTtape II Media Shipping Limits
Shipping Conditions
Temperature
–18 °C to 49 °C (0 °F to 120 °F)
Relative Humidity
20 to 80% (non-condensing)
Maximum Wet Bulb Temperature 26 °C (79 °F)
Maximum Dew Point
2 °C (36 °F)
Table 3-22 describes the optimum media operation conditions.
Table 3-22.
Super DLTtape II Media Operating Limits
Operating Conditions
Temperature
10 ° to 40 °C (50 ° to 104 °F)
Relative Humidity
20% to 80% (non-condensing)
Table 3-23 describes the optimum media storage conditions.
Table 3-23.
3-18
Super DLTtape II Media Storage Limits
Storage Conditions
Archival
Non Archival
Temperature
18 ° to 28 °C (64 ° to 82 °F)
16 ° to 32 °C (60 ° to 90 °F)
Relative Humidity
40% to 60% (non-condensing)
20% to 80% (non-condensing)
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Chapter 3: SDLT 600 Tape Drive Specifications
Backward-Read Compatibility Transfer Rates
The SDLT 600 tape drive system features a backward-read compatibility (BRC) mode. When in BRC
mode, the SDLT 600 tape drive is capable of reading SDLT 220 and SDLT 320 tape formats in a
Super DLTtape I data cartridge, as well as the DLT VS160 tape format in the DLTtape VS1 data
cartridge.
Table 3-24 lists the BRC transfer rates for the SDLT 600 tape drive.
Table 3-24.
SDLT 600 Tape Drive Backward-Read Compatibility (BRC) Transfer Rates
Format
Data Cartridge Type
Native Capacity
BRC Transfer Rate (80% of
Native Read Transfer Rate)*
SDLT 320 Tape Drive
Super DLTtape I
160 GB
12.8 MB/sec**
SDLT 220 Tape Drive
Super DLTtape I
110 GB
8.8 MB/sec**
DLT VS160 Tape Drive
DLTtape VS1
80 GB
6.4 MB/sec**
* The manufacturer 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.
NOTE: SDLT 600 tape drive will eject a data cartridge written in DLT formats
other than DLT VS160.
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Installing Your Tape Drive
This chapter describes how to install the SDLT 600 tape drive. This includes configuration jumper
settings, connector pin assignments, installation instructions, power and signal cabling descriptions,
and operating instructions. This chapter also includes information on configuring and connecting the
tabletop version of the tape drive into a system.
This chapter covers the following topics:
4.1
•
“Warranty Note” provides a general reminder of certain precautions to follow so that you do not
void your warranty.
•
“Safety, Handling, and ESD Protection” describes appropriate safeguards to use when working
with the SDLT 600 tape drive system.
•
“Pre-Installation Guidelines” describes proper steps to take before installing the tape drive in a
system. This includes recording the model and serial numbers, and checking that the proper SCSI
(or Fibre Channel) controller and cable have been delivered.
•
“Configuring and Installing an Internal Tape Drive with SCSI Interface” describes how to
configure and install an internal tape drive with the SCSI interface into a system.
•
“Configuring and Installing an Internal Tape Drive with Fibre Channel Interface” describes how to
configure and install an internal tape drive with the Fibre Channel interface into a system.
•
“Configuring and Installing a Tabletop Tape Drive” describes how to configure and install the
tabletop version of the tape drive.
•
“Confirming the Installation” describes how to confirm that the tape drive has been installed
correctly.
Warranty Note
Please refer to the warranty before installing your tape drive. Certain actions taken during installation
could void the warranty if not properly conducted.
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Generally, the Limited Product and Limited Repair Warranties are contingent upon proper use in the
application for which the product is intended; and do not cover the product if you perform any of the
following actions:
4.2
•
Modify the product without the manufacturer’s written approval.
•
Subject the product to unusual physical, environmental, or electrical stress, including damage
caused by handling or shipping in unapproved containers or packaging.
•
Disturb any warranty labels, or the integrity of the product in any other way.
•
Remove or damage the serial number label to the extent that warranty status of the product cannot
be determined.
Safety, Handling, and ESD Protection
Inappropriate or careless handling of SDLT 600 tape drive systems may result in damage to the
product. Follow the precautions and directions to prevent damaging the SDLT 600 tape drive system.
In addition, follow the steps in Section 4.3, “Pre-Installation Guidelines” to ensure that you have the
correct hardware for your system configuration.
4.2.1
Safety Precautions
For your safety, follow all safety procedures described here and in other sections of the manual.
1. Power off the system before installing or removing the tape drive to prevent the possibility of
electrical shock or damage to the tape drive. Unplug the unit that contains—or is to contain—the
tape drive from AC power to provide an added measure of safety.
2. Read, understand, and observe all label warnings.
3. The POS uses a Class I laser product. This laser product complies with 29 CFR 1200 and 29 CFR
1910 as applicable on the date of manufacture.
WARNING! If you open the tape drive chassis, you may become exposed
to invisible laser emission which could be harmful if you are
directly exposed to the beam.
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Chapter 4: Installing Your Tape Drive
Handling
Damage to the SDLT 600 tape drive system can occur as the result of careless handling, vibration,
shock, or electrostatic discharge (ESD). For more details about ESD, refer to “Electrostatic Discharge
Protection” on page 4-3.
C AUTION
Always handle the SDLT 600 tape drive system with care to
avoid damage to the precision internal components. Hold the
internal tape drive by the sides, or the tabletop tape drive by
the bottom. Never hold either tape drive by inserting fingers
into the receiver area on the front of the tape drive. Damage to
the receiver area may occur if you lift or carry it in this
manner.
Follow these guidelines to avoid damage to the tape drive:
4.2.3
•
Always observe prescribed ESD precautions.
•
Keep the internal tape drive in its anti-static bag until ready to install.
•
Always use a properly fitted wrist strap or other suitable ESD protection when handling the tape
drive.
•
Hold the internal tape drive only by its sides.
•
Do not bump, jar, or drop the tape drive. Use care when transporting the tape drive.
•
Always handle the tape drive carefully and gently. A drop of ¼ inch onto a bench or desktop may
damage a tape drive.
•
Never place the tape drive so that it rests on its front bezel. Always gently place the tape drive flat,
printed circuit board (PCB) side down, on an appropriate ESD-protected work surface to avoid the
tape drive being accidentally knocked over.
•
Do not pack other materials with the tape drive in its anti-static bag.
•
Place the tape drive in the anti-static bag before placing it in a shipping container.
•
Do not stack objects on the tape drive.
•
Do not expose the tape drive to moisture.
•
Do not place foreign objects inside the tape drive’s receiver area.
Electrostatic Discharge Protection
Several electrical components of the SDLT 600 tape drive system are sensitive to static electricity and
electrostatic discharge (ESD). Even a static buildup or discharge that is too slight to feel can be
sufficient to destroy or degrade a component’s operation.
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To minimize the possibility of ESD-related damage to the system, the drive’s manufacturer strongly
recommends using both a workstation anti-static mat and an ESD wrist strap. When correctly installed
and properly used, these devices reduce the buildup of static electricity that might harm the system.
Observe the following precautions to avoid ESD-related problems:
4.3
•
Leave the tape drive in its anti-static bag until you are ready to install it in the system.
•
Always use a properly fitted and grounded wrist strap or other suitable ESD protection when
handling the SDLT 600 tape drive system and observe proper ESD grounding techniques.
•
Hold the tape drive only by its sides.
•
Place the tape drive on a properly grounded anti-static work surface pad when it is out of its
protective anti-static bag.
•
Do not use the bag as a substitute for the work surface anti-static pad. The outside surface of the
bag may not have the same anti-static properties as the inside surface. It could actually increase the
possibility of ESD problems.
•
Do not remove covers to use any test equipment to check components on the PCBAs. There are no
user-serviceable components on the tape drive.
Pre-Installation Guidelines
Before you begin, check the contents of the box and record the applicable numbers. Since the tape
drive may be either SCSI or Fibre Channel interface type (never both), check for SCSI (or Fibre
Channel) controller and associated cable compatibility. Also confirm software and operating system
compatibility. Finally, check the tape drive to be certain it is operating properly before installing it in a
system.
1. Unpack and review the contents of the box for any physical damage. If you find damaged items,
contact your tape drive provider.
2. Record the model and serial number of the SDLT 600 tape drive system. These numbers provide
specific information about the SDLT 600 tape drive system and will be very helpful if you must
contact technical support. You can find these numbers on the bottom of the tape drive enclosure.
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The Model Number is a character string usually beginning with the letters “TR.”
Model Number: TR
The Serial Number is a character string beginning with the letters “RB.”
Serial Number: RB
3. Check the enclosed SCSI (or Fibre Channel) cable to ensure it is compatible with the SCSI (or
Fibre Channel) controller card in the host computer.
4. Check the SCSI (or Fibre Channel) interface on the host computer to ensure that it is compatible
with the tape drive. Refer to Table 3-1 on page 3-2 for a list of the possible interfaces that are
available and the various options with each. Remember that a single ended or low voltage
differential tape drive will only work with a system that has an MSE controller card installed.
5. Confirm that your back-up software and operating system are compatible with the tape drive.
Refer to www.dlttape.com for the most up-to-date compatibility information.
4.4
Configuring and Installing an Internal Tape
Drive with SCSI Interface
This section provides information for configuring and installing a tape drive with SCSI interface into a
system. See “Configuring and Installing a Tabletop Tape Drive” on page 4-20for information on
configuring and installing a tabletop tape drive.
C AUTION
Before you begin, review the safety, ESD, and handling
precautions described at the beginning of this chapter to avoid
personal injury or damage to equipment.
Configuring the SDLT 600 tape drive system with SCSI interface includes the following tasks:
•
Setting the SCSI ID for the tape drive (default = SCSI ID 5)
•
Configuring the tape drive to provide TERMPWR
•
Setting the configuration jumper (default = wide SCSI enabled).
If you want to change any of the settings, refer to the applicable subsection; otherwise proceed directly
to the tape drive’s installation procedures in “Installing the Internal Tape Drive” on page 4-9.
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Setting the Internal Tape Drive SCSI ID
Each device on the SCSI bus must have a unique SCSI ID address assigned to it. For specific
recommendations for assigning SCSI IDs, refer to your system or SCSI controller documentation.
Set the SCSI ID by using jumpers on a set of pins at the rear of the tape drive. This section discusses
setting the SCSI ID on the internal tape drive via the jumper block. Table 4-1 and Table 4-2 show the
SCSI ID address and jumper settings.
Figure 4-1 on page 4-6 shows the empty 10-pin jumper block that you use to set the SCSI ID.
Figure 4-2 on page 4-7 shows the location of the 10-pin SCSI ID block on the back of the tape drive.
If you decide it is necessary to change the tape drive’s SCSI ID, use your fingers to move the jumpers
to the pattern corresponding to the ID you want (see Figure 4-1 and the related table of SCSI jumper
settings in Table 4-1 on page 4-7 and Table 4-2 on page 4-8).
Figure 4-1. Detail of the Empty SCSI ID Jumper Block
You can configure internal tape drives for SCSI ID addresses that range from 0 to 15 in one of two
ways:
•
Jumper the 10-pin SCSI ID block located on the back of the tape drive (Figure 4-2 on page 4-7).
•
Set the SCSI ID through firmware in a library setting. (The firmware default = SCSI ID 5 and
assumes no jumpers are installed on the jumper block.).
The default setting for the tape drive is 5; the host adapter setting is typically SCSI ID 7. If you choose
to omit all jumpers from the SCSI ID block, the tape drive will use the default setting of 5.
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Table 4-1.
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SCSI ID Address Selections (Graphical Format)
SCSI ID
0
1
2
3
4
5 (default)
6
7
8
9
10
11
12
13
14
15
Jumper Block
SCSI ID
Jumper Block
SCSI ID
Jumper Block
SCSI ID
Jumper Block
NOTE: The computer system and the tape drive SCSI IDs are only checked at
power-on. To change the SCSI ID after installation, power off both the
system and the tape drive, change the tape drive’s SCSI ID, power on the
tape drive, and then power on the system.
SCSI ID Jumper Block
(No jumpers on this block
selects default SCSI ID of 5)
Figure 4-2. 10-pin SCSI ID Jumper Block on Rear of Tape Drive
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Table 4-2.
SCSI ID
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SCSI ID Address Selections (Tabular Format)
Jumper Across Pins
9-10*
7-8
5-6
3-4
1-2
0
1
0
0
0
0
1
1
0
0
0
1
2
1
0
0
1
0
3
1
0
0
1
1
4
1
0
1
0
0
5 (default)
0
0
0
0
0
6
1
0
1
1
0
7
1
0
1
1
1
8
1
1
0
0
0
9
1
1
0
0
1
10
1
1
0
1
0
11
1
1
0
1
1
12
1
1
1
0
0
13
1
1
1
0
1
14
1
1
1
1
0
15
1
1
1
1
1
0 = N O JUMPER INSTALLED, 1 = JUMPER INSTALLED
* Jumpering Pins 9-10 forces the tape drive to ignore the firmware value and read the value jumpered on the
block.
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Chapter 4: Installing Your Tape Drive
Configuring the Internal Tape Drive for TERMPWR
You must terminate a SCSI bus at each end of the bus. Terminate all signals not defined as
RESERVED, GROUND, or TERMPWR exactly once at each end of the bus. At least one device must
supply terminator power (TERMPWR).
To enable TERMPWR, install the jumper across Pins 1 and 2 (see Figure 4-3) on the TERMPWR
jumper block. Remove the jumper to disable TERMPWR. Pins 3 and 4 on this block are reserved and
require no jumper.
Pin 1
TERMPWR Block
(4 pin)
(Install jumper on Pins 1-2
to enable TERMPWR)
Pin 2
Figure 4-3. TERMPWR Jumper Block on Rear of Tape Drive
4.4.3
Installing the Internal Tape Drive
“Securing the Internal Tape Drive” on page 4-10 describes installing the tape drive by securing the
tape drive in its bay or chassis and connecting the SCSI bus (or Fibre Channel) and power cables.
When you have finished mounting and installing the tape drive, proceed directly to “Confirming the
Installation” on page 4-25 to confirm the installation.
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Figure 4-4 shows two perspective views of the internal tape drive.
Front View
Rear View
Figure 4-4. SDLT 600 Tape Drive—Front and Rear Views
Securing the Internal Tape Drive
This section describes how to mount and secure the tape drive in the system.
NOTE: In some system configurations, it may be more convenient to connect the
SCSI bus and power cables to the tape drive before securing it in the
system.
Because of the variety of mounting possibilities for tape drives, the instructions presented here are
general in nature. Use these instructions only as a guide for mounting the tape drive in your system.
Mount the tape drive in the system by performing the following steps:
1. Position the tape drive in the system and align the tape drive mounting holes (side or bottom) with
those in the system. Figure 4-5 on page 4-11 shows the mounting locations and dimensions for the
tape drive.
C AUTION
The screws used to mount the tape drive must be M3 x 8mm
long. This type of screw is exactly the proper length and will
not damage the tape drive.
2. Using four M3 x 8mm long screws, secure the tape drive in the bay or chassis.
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Figure 4-5. Internal Tape Drive Mounting Locations – Front, Side, and Bottom Dimensions
Connecting the Internal Tape Drive Cables
This section discusses three connectors on the back of the internal SDLT 600 tape drive: 1) SCSI,
2) power, and 3) optional library/loader connectors. Figure 4-12 on page 4-24 shows some typical AC
power cord connectors used for the tabletop model.
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SCSI and Power Connectors
Figure 4-6 on page 4-13 shows the pin orientation for the 68-pin SCSI connector and 4-pin power
connector located on the back of the internal tape drive.
The tables list pin assignments for the two possible SCSI connectors: Multi-mode Single-Ended
(MSE)/Single Ended (SE) mode in Table 4-3 on page 4-13, and MSE Low Voltage Differential (LVD)
mode in Table 4-4 on page 4-15. Pin assignments for the power connector are listed in Table 4-5 on
page 4-16.
1. Before connecting the SDLT 600 tape drive to the host computer, be certain the tape drive and
computer are powered off.
2. Ensure that your SCSI cables and terminators are SPI-3 (or SPI-4) compatible. SPI refers to SCSI
Parallel Interface; you can learn more about this standard at the web site http://www.t10.org .
3. If you are connecting several devices to the SCSI bus, connect only the tape drive to the host
computer at this time. Confirm that the host computer and tape drive are communicating correctly
before adding additional devices.
4. The SCSI bus must be terminated at each end. You may need to terminate this tape drive if one of
the following conditions exist:
The SDLT 600 tape drive is the only device connected to the SCSI bus.
The SDLT 600 tape drive is one of several devices connected to the SCSI bus, and it is the last
device connected to the SCSI bus.
5. If either condition exists in step 4, attach a “Y” adaptor cable to the tape drive’s SCSI connector;
then attach the SCSI cable to one leg of the “Y” and attach the terminator to the other leg.
Carefully connect the cables, to avoid bending or damaging the connector pins.
NOTE: You must supply the “Y” adaptor cable to connect both the SCSI
connector and the terminator to the tape drive.
6. Attach the power cables to the tape drive. Check the SCSI cable and termination connections and
ensure that they are attached correctly and seated firmly.
Optional Loader Connector
The 8-pin optional loader connector provides signals to be used when the tape drive is part of a loader/
library configuration. Figure 4-6 on page 4-13 shows the location of this connector; Table 4-6 on
page 4-16 lists the pin assignments for the loader connector.
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Power Connector
(4 pin)
Controller Diag Port (8 pin)
(Diagnostic use only)
TERMPWR Block
(4 pin)
SCSI ID Jumper Block
Loader Connector
(No jumpers on this block
RS-422 (8 pin)
selects default SCSI ID of 5)
SCSI Port
(68 pin)
Pin # 1
or
Denotes Pin # 1
Figure 4-6. Connectors on the Back Panel of SDLT 600 Tape Drive
Table 4-3.
MSE and SE Mode SCSI Connector Pin Assignments
Signal Name
Pin Number
Pin Number
Signal Name
Ground
1
35
-DB(12)
Ground
2
36
-DB(13)
Ground
3
37
-DB(14)
Ground
4
38
-DB(15)
Ground
5
39
-DB(P1)
Ground
6
40
-DB(0)
Ground
7
41
-DB(1)
Ground
8
42
-DB(2)
Ground
9
43
-DB(3)
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MSE and SE Mode SCSI Connector Pin Assignments (Continued)
Signal Name
Pin Number
Pin Number
Signal Name
Ground
10
44
-DB(4)
Ground
11
45
-DB(5)
Ground
12
46
-DB(6)
Ground
13
47
-DB(7)
Ground
14
48
-DB(P0)
Ground
15
49
Ground
DIFFSENS
16
50
Ground
TERMPWR
17
51
TERMPWR
TERMPWR
18
52
TERMPWR
Reserved
19
53
Reserved
Ground
20
54
Ground
Ground
21
55
-ATN
Ground
22
56
Ground
Ground
23
57
-BSY
Ground
24
58
-ACK
Ground
25
59
-RST
Ground
26
60
-MSG
Ground
27
61
-SEL
Ground
28
62
-C/D
Ground
29
63
-REQ
Ground
30
64
-I/O
Ground
31
65
-DB(8)
Ground
32
66
-DB(9)
Ground
33
67
-DB(10)
Ground
34
68
-DB(11)
Note: The minus sign (-) next to a signal indicates active low.
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MSE LVD Mode SCSI Connector Pin Assignments
Signal Name
Pin Number
Pin Number
Signal Name
+DB(12)
1
35
-DB(12)
+DB(13)
2
36
-DB(13)
+DB(14)
3
37
-DB(14)
+DB(15)
4
38
-DB(15)
+DB(P1)
5
39
-DB(P1)
+DB(0)
6
40
-DB(0)
+DB(1)
7
41
-DB(1)
+DB(2)
8
42
-DB(2)
+DB(3)
9
43
-DB(3)
+DB(4)
10
44
-DB(4)
+DB(5)
11
45
-DB(5)
+DB(6)
12
46
-DB(6)
+DB(7)
13
47
-DB(7)
+DB(P)
14
48
-DB(P)
Ground
15
49
Ground
DIFFSENS
16
50
Ground
TERMPWR
17
51
TERMPWR
TERMPWR
18
52
TERMPWR
Reserved
19
53
Reserved
Ground
20
54
Ground
+ATN
21
55
-ATN
Ground
22
56
Ground
+BSY
23
57
-BSY
+ACK
24
58
-ACK
+RST
25
59
-RST
+MSG
26
60
-MSG
+SEL
27
61
-SEL
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Table 4-4.
MSE LVD Mode SCSI Connector Pin Assignments (Continued)
Signal Name
Pin Number
Pin Number
Signal Name
+C/D
28
62
-C/D
+REQ
29
63
-REQ
+I/O
30
64
-I/O
+DB(8)
31
65
-DB(8)
+DB(9)
32
66
-DB(9)
+DB(10)
33
67
-DB(10)
+DB(11)
34
68
-DB(11)
Table 4-5.
4-Pin Power Connector Pin Assignments
Pin Number
Signal Name
1
+12 VDC
2
Ground (+12V return)
3
Ground (+5V return)
4
+5 VDC
Table 4-6.
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8-Pin Loader Connector Pin Assignments
Signal Name
Pin Number
Pin Number
Signal Name
Ground
1
5
SEND_TO_LOADER_H
REC_FROM_LOADER_H
2
6
SEND_TO_LOADER_L
REC_FROM_LOADER_L
3
7
Ground
Ground
4
8
LOADER_PRESENT_L
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4.5
Chapter 4: Installing Your Tape Drive
Configuring and Installing an Internal Tape
Drive with Fibre Channel Interface
This section provides information for configuring and installing a tape drive with the Fibre Channel
interface into a system.
4.5.1
Fibre Channel Introduction
Fibre Channel is the name of an integrated set of standards developed by the American National
Standards Institute (ANSI). The intention of the Fibre Channel specification is to develop a practical,
inexpensive, yet expandable means of quickly transferring data between workstations, mainframes,
supercomputers, desktop computers, storage devices, display terminals, and other peripherals.
Fibre Channel is an open T11 and ANSI standard based on a block-oriented serial network protocol
that brings together some of the best features of the channel world and the network world. Fibre
Channel is full-duplex (meaning that data can travel in both directions simultaneously), and offers a
variety of different cabling options.
Fibre Channel is a high performance serial link transport protocol that supports higher level protocols
such as the FDDI, SCSI, HIPPI, and IPI. Fibre Channel addresses the need for very fast transfers of
large amounts of information. The majority of Fibre Channel devices available in the market today
operate at speeds of 1 to 2 Gb/s.
For complete information on how Fibre Channel is implemented in the SDLT 600 tape drive, refer to
the SDLT 600 Fibre Channel Interface Guide (81-81202-01).
NOTE: Fibre Channel interface is ONLY available with the internal model, it is
not available with the tabletop model.
C AUTION
Before you begin, review the safety, ESD, and handling
precautions described in “Safety, Handling, and ESD
Protection” on page 4-2 to avoid personal injury or damage to
equipment.
Figure 4-7 on page 4-18 shows the SDLT 600 Fibre Channel connectors and jumper blocks located on
the rear of the unit.
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Power Connector
(4 pin)
Loader Connector
RS-422 (8 pin)
SDLT 600 Product Manual
Controller Diag Port (8 pin)
(Diagnostic use only)
Fibre Channel
Jumper Block
Fibre Channel
Port
or
Denotes Pin # 1
Figure 4-7. SDLT 600 Fibre Channel Connectors and Jumpers
Follow these steps to connect a Fibre Channel tape drive:
•
Secure the tape drive.
•
Connect the power.
•
Connect the library/loader (optional).
•
Connect the Fibre Channel cable.
Each of these steps is discussed in the subsections that follow.
4.5.2
Secure the Tape Drive
This section describes how to mount and secure the tape drive in the system.
NOTE: In some system configurations it may be more convenient to connect the
Fibre Channel and power cables to the tape drive before securing it in the
system.
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Because of the variety of mounting possibilities for tape drives, the instructions presented here are
general in nature. Use them only as a guide for mounting the tape drive in your system.
Mount the tape drive in the system by performing the following steps:
1. Make sure the host computer and all peripheral devices are powered off.
2. Position the tape drive in the system and align the mounting holes (side or bottom) with those in
the system. Figure 4-5 on page 4-11 shows the mounting locations and dimensions for the tape
drive.
C AUTION
The screws used to mount the tape drive must be M3 x 8mm
long. This type of screw is exactly the proper length and will
not damage the tape drive.
3. Using four M3 x 8mm long screws, secure the tape drive in the bay or chassis.
4.5.3
Connect the Power
Figure 4-7 on page 4-18 shows the location of this connector; pin assignments for the power connector
are listed in Table 4-5 on page 4-16.
1. Before connecting the SDLT 600 tape drive to the host computer, be certain the tape drive and
computer are powered off.
2. If you are connecting several devices to the system, connect only the tape drive to the host
computer at this time. Confirm that the host computer and tape drive are communicating correctly
before adding additional devices.
3. Attach the power cable to the tape drive.
4. Check all cable and termination connections and ensure that they are attached correctly and seated
firmly before you power on the system.
4.5.4
Optional Loader Connector
The 8-pin optional loader connector provides signals to be used when the tape drive is part of a loader/
library configuration. Figure 4-7 on page 4-18 shows the location of this connector; Table 4-6 on
page 4-16 lists pin assignments for the loader connector.
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Connect the Fibre Channel Cable
1. Fibre Channel cables are “hot-swappable”—meaning you may connect and disconnect them with
unit power on. Therefore, unlike other systems, the tape drive and computer may remain on to
connect the SDLT 600 tape drive to the host computer.
2. Insert the fiber optic cable into the Fibre Channel port on the back of the tape drive as shown in
Figure 4-8. The connector is fully seated when it snaps into the port.
SDLT 600
Tape Drive
Fibre Channel
Cable
Figure 4-8. Connecting the SDLT 600 Fibre Channel Cable
4.6
Configuring and Installing a Tabletop Tape
Drive
This section provides instructions for configuring and installing the tabletop model of the SDLT 600
tape drive.
NOTE: The tabletop model comes ONLY with the SCSI interface. The Fibre
Channel interface is not available.
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Chapter 4: Installing Your Tape Drive
Configuring the Tape Drive
Figure 4-9 on page 4-21 shows the location of the controls and connectors for the tabletop tape drive.
This model of tape drive is normally configured to meet customer specifications before leaving the
factory, so should not require any internal configuration changes on site.
SCSI
Connectors
SCSI ID
Selector
Fan
Power
Switch
Power
Connector
Figure 4-9. Back Panel of the Tabletop Model
SCSI ID
The SCSI ID default for the tabletop tape drive is set to 3; you can configure the tape drive for SCSI ID
addresses that range from 0 to 15 using the SCSI ID pushbutton. Press the button above or below the
ID number display to set the desired SCSI ID. The top button increases the ID number, the bottom
button decreases the ID number. Figure 4-10 on page 4-22 shows a close-up view of the SCSI ID
switch and its location on the rear of the tabletop model of the SDLT 600 tape drive.
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3
SCSI ID
Selector
3
Figure 4-10. SCSI ID Selector Switch for the SDLT 600 Tape Drive Tabletop Model
TERMPWR
The factory preconfigures the TERMPWR setting for the tabletop tape drive according to specific
customer requirements. You can not select TERMPWR on site.
4.6.2
Installing the Tabletop Tape Drive
Tabletop tape drive installation consists of connecting SCSI bus and power cables.
Figure 4-9 on page 4-21 shows the location of the two SCSI bus connectors and power connector on
the back of the tabletop tape drive.
SCSI Cables
You can connect the SCSI bus cable leading from the host adapter to either of the tape drive SCSI
connectors. If the tape unit is the last device on the bus, then you should install a SCSI terminator on
the open connector. If the bus continues from the tape drive to another SCSI device, then install a SCSI
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bus cable between the open connector and the next device on the bus. Figure 4-11 illustrates these two
connection methods.
SCSI terminator
connection
SCSI terminator
connection
3
SCSI B cable
connections
SCSI cable
connection
3
3
B) Cabling For Daisy-Chain Connection
A) Cabling For Single Tape Drive Connection
Figure 4-11. Cabling Options for the SDLT 600 Tape Drive Tabletop Model
1. Prior to connecting the SDLT 600 tape drive to the host computer, be certain the tape drive and
computer are turned off.
2. If you are connecting several devices to the SCSI bus, connect only the tape drive to the host
computer at this time. Confirm that the host computer and tape drive are communicating correctly
before adding additional devices.
3. You must terminate the SCSI bus at each end. To install the SCSI terminator, place it into the
unused SCSI connector on the rear of the tabletop tape drive and tighten the screws to secure it.
If the SDLT 600 tape drive is the only device connected to the SCSI bus, attach the SCSI
terminator to one of the connectors on the back of the tape drive (see Figure 4-11, A).
If the SDLT 600 tape drive is one of several devices connected to the SCSI bus, and it is the
last device connected to the SCSI bus, attach the SCSI terminator to one of the connectors on
the back of the tape drive (see Figure 4-11, B).
4. Align the appropriate SCSI cable to its matching connector on the tape drive. Carefully connect
the cable, to avoid bending or damaging the connector pins. Check the SCSI cable and termination
connections and ensure that they are attached correctly and seated firmly.
5. Snap the wire cable clamps into place to secure the cables.
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AC Power Cable
An AC power cord is supplied with each tabletop unit. Carefully inspect the power cord and ensure
that the cord is the appropriate cord for your country or region based on the criteria below.
WARNING! Do not attempt to modify or use a tabletop 100–115 V AC
power cord for 220–240 V AC input power. Modifying the
power cord in any way can cause personal injury and severe
equipment damage.
The AC power cord used with the tabletop unit must meet the following criteria:
•
The power cord should be a minimum of 18/3 AWG, 60 °C, type SJT or SVT.
•
UL and CSA certified cordage rated for use at 250 VAC with a current rating that is at least 125%
of the current rating of the product.
•
You must terminate the AC plug in a grounding-type male plug designed for use in your country or
region. It must also have marks showing certification by an agency acceptable in your country or
region.
•
The tabletop unit cord connector must be an IEC type CEE-22 female connector.
•
The cord must be no longer than 4.5 meters (14.5 feet).
•
The cord must be FCC compliant with emissions specifications.
Figure 4-12 shows the AC power cord plug-end types for 115 VAC and 220/240 VAC usage.
Figure 4-12. AC Power Cord Connector Types
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The tabletop unit power supply has an auto-sensing feature; it requires no adjustment or switch setting
changes for different AC sources.
Refer to Figure 4-9 and Figure 4-12. Connect one end of the AC cord into the power connector on the
back of the tabletop tape drive; connect the other end of the cord to the AC outlet. Upon completion,
proceed to the next section to confirm the installation.
4.7
Confirming the Installation
To confirm the installation, power on the SDLT 600 tape drive system and the host computer. The
screens displayed at power-on contain BIOS, operating system, and SCSI controller information. If the
first screen displays host adapter and SCSI ID information, then the installation is successful. Refer to
“Troubleshooting” on page 5-12 if the installation is not successful.
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C HAPTER 5
Using Your Tape Drive
This chapter describes how to start using your SDLT 600 tape drive system. This includes making a
trial back-up, cleaning the tape mechanism, and various troubleshooting information. This chapter also
includes information on the LEDs and buttons on the front panel of the system.
This chapter covers the following topics:
5.1
•
“Power-On Self-Test” describes the sequence of activities that occur when power is first applied
to the tape drive.
•
“Performing a Trial Back-up” describes how to back up a sample file to ensure proper operation
of the system.
•
“Updating the Firmware” describes how to update the firmware (microcode) that resides inside
the tape drive and controls its behavior.
•
“Cleaning the Tape Mechanism” describes the considerations to keep in mind when using SDLT
cleaning tapes.
•
“Front Panel Controls and LEDs” describes the functionality of the front panel controls and
LEDs.
•
“Troubleshooting” lists troubleshooting tips and diagnostic tools to use if the tape drive system
fails.
Power-On Self-Test
The SDLT 600 tape drive system performs a Power-On Self-Test (POST) each time the tape drive is
powered on. POST normally completes in 10 to 15 seconds—when a data cartridge is not in the tape
drive— when the unit is powered on. However, if a data cartridge is in the tape drive when the unit is
powered on, POST duration is longer, depending on how much tape in the data cartridge may be
loaded in the tape drive.
While POST is running, the SDLT 600 tape drive system responds BUSY to SCSI commands. The
SDLT 600 tape drive system also responds to various SCSI messages during POST.
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During this time, if a host tries to negotiate Synchronous or Wide transfers, the SDLT 600 tape drive
system negotiates to Asynchronous or Narrow. It may take longer than the duration of POST for the
tape drive to become ready.
Table 5-1 provides the sequence of operation to expect when power is turned on. See Figure 5-1 to
help familiarize yourself with the LEDs on the front panel.
Table 5-1.
SDLT 600 Tape Drive LED Lighting Pattern During Power-On Self-Test (POST)
Stage
What You Observe
1 (Power On)
All LEDs illuminate for approximately one second.
2
The LEDs flash on, then off in a progressing pattern from left to right.
Stages 1 and 2 generally complete within approximately five seconds.
3
The right LEDs remain off, the left LED illuminates steadily, and the
middle LED flashes until POST completes. This stage typically lasts for
5 to 10 seconds.
4
When POST is complete, the middle LED stops flashing and remains
illuminated; the left LED turns off, and right LED remains off.
POST Failure
If POST fails, the middle and right LEDs illuminate steadily and the left
LED flashes.
Note: If a data cartridge is in place when power is turned on, all stages remain the same
except stage 3. It may take a considerably longer time for stage 3 to complete due
to tape rewind and searching operations that occur during that stage.
Green/Orange LED
(Drive Density)
Green LED
(Drive Status)
Yellow LED
(Cleaning Required)
Figure 5-1. SDLT 600 Tape Drive Front Panel LEDs
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Chapter 5: Using Your Tape Drive
Performing a Trial Back-up
Complete the following steps to perform a trial backup and verify correct tape drive installation:
•
Insert a data cartridge. Push the data cartridge completely into the system. The tape will load
automatically.
•
Choose a sample file set from the host computer.
•
Create a backup file and then restore the file set. If the backup file completely restores, without any
errors, you installed the system correctly.
•
If you experience errors, doublecheck the tape drive’s configuration and setup, using the ideas
provided in “Troubleshooting” on page 5-12.
•
After you have exhausted all troubleshooting alternatives, contact your service representative.
•
Press the Eject button to unload the data cartridge. If you are unsure which button is the Eject
button, refer to Figure 5-2 on page 5-9.
NOTE: You can review specific instructions for loading a data cartridge in
Appendix A, “Super DLTtape I and Super DLTtape II Data Cartridges”
and Appendix B, “DLTtape VS1 Data Cartridge”
5.3
Updating the Firmware
When you need to update the firmware in a tape drive, you can do it either of two ways:
•
By directly using the SCSI bus
•
By creating a firmware image data cartridge (CUP/FUP) to use in either a manual firmware update
or in a library setting.
DLTSage provides the tool that allows you to update the tape drive’s firmware using the SCSI bus, or
to create a CUP/FUP data cartridge for an SDLT 600 tape drive. DLTSage is available on Quantum’s
web site, http://www.quantum.com. Section 2.5, “Quantum Diagnostics Tools,” in Chapter 2 provides
details on locating DLTSage in Quantum’s web site.
The following subsections briefly describe both methods of updating the tape drive firmware.
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Update the Firmware Using the SCSI Bus
Quantum provides upgrades for product software and firmware that may be newly developed. These
updates are available on Quantum’s web site.
NOTE: These tools are only available to registered Quantum customers.
Refer to the following procedure to access and download these updates.
1. Go to the Quantum web site: http://www.quantum.com.
2. Click SERVICE AND SUPPORT in the upper menu bar. This opens the Service and Support window.
3. Explore the various pages that comprise Service and Support until you find the update you need.
4. Download the DLTSage package and refer to that tool’s built-in online help for detailed
instructions to use while updating the firmware.
5.3.2
Create a CUP/FUP Data Cartridge
To update your tape drive firmware you may create a CUP/FUP data cartridge from the update
information found on Quantum’s web site.
NOTE: These tools are only available to registered Quantum customers.
Refer to the following procedure to access these updates for creating a CUP/FUP data cartridge.
1. Go to the Quantum web site: http://www.quantum.com.
2. Click SERVICE AND SUPPORT in the upper menu bar. This opens the Service and Support window.
3. Explore the various pages that comprise Service and Support until you find the update you need.
4. Download the DLTSage package and refer to that tool’s built-in online help for detailed
instructions about how to create the data cartridge.
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Chapter 5: Using Your Tape Drive
Using a CUP/FUP Data Cartridge
Follow these steps to use a CUP/FUP data cartridge:
1. Verify that the tape drive is turned on (power is applied), and the middle (Drive Status) LED on the
front panel of the tape drive is on, but not flashing.
2. Verify that the tape drive’s cartridge opening is empty. (In other words, if any other cartridge is in
the tape drive, unload and eject it.)
3. Press and hold the Eject button for six seconds; after six seconds, the left (Drive Density) LED
begins to flash.
4. Release the Eject button, then quickly press and release the Eject button again. At this point, the
left (Drive Density) and middle (Drive Status) LEDs start flashing synchronously in a regular,
rhythmic pattern. The tape drive is now in Firmware Upgrade mode.
You now have a “window” of one minute to insert the CUP/FUP data cartridge. If you do not insert
a CUP/FUP data cartridge and the one minute time window expires, both LEDs stop flashing,
although the middle (Drive Status) LED remains on (steadily illuminated). The tape drive is now
out of Firmware Upgrade mode and can be used in a normal manner (once you insert a data
cartridge). To put the tape drive back in Firmware Upgrade mode, repeat the previous steps 2, 3,
and 4.
5. Insert the CUP/FUP data cartridge.
6. After you insert the CUP/FUP data cartridge, the left (Drive Density) and middle (Drive Status)
LEDs change their pattern and start flashing in an alternating pattern. The tape drive is now
performing the firmware upgrade.
NOTE: The firmware upgrade fails the microcode update process if the firmware
personalities do not match; the history log records this information, as
well as the reason for the failure.
7. Wait several minutes for the update process to complete. The left (Drive Density) and middle
(Drive Status) LEDs flash the entire time that memory is being updated.
8. When the update is complete, the tape drive resets itself and goes through POST. The tape drive
rewinds the CUP/FUP data cartridge, unloads it, and ejects it. SCSI status indicates that microcode
has been updated (06h, 3F, 01).
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NOTE: If the tape drive is mounted in a tape automation library, the CUP/FUP
data cartridge rewinds to BOT and unbuckles in preparation for
unloading, but does not automatically eject.
5.3.4
Firmware (Code) Update Troubleshooting
Try these remedial actions if the tape drive’s code update fails:
•
Updating the same revision
If you request a code update that is the same as the code revision already on the tape drive, the
system updates the controller code but not the servo-specific code. The steps for this type of
update are the same as for a normal update.
•
Updating fails, which causes the tape drive to be reset; the problem can result from any of the
following circumstances:
Data cartridge contains incompatible update image.
Data cartridge does not contain an update image.
No data cartridge in the tape drive.
5.4
Cleaning the Tape Mechanism
This section discusses the SDLT 600 tape drive cleaning tape, maintenance considerations, and
important compatibility issues you need to be aware of.
NOTE: When your backup software indicates needed cleaning, or the yellow
LED on the tape drive comes on, use the SDLT CleaningTape to clean the
unit. Do not clean the tape drive unless the tape drive specifically
indicates cleaning is necessary.
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5.4.1
Chapter 5: Using Your Tape Drive
Occasional Cleaning of Tape Head
SDLT 600 tape drives occasionally require preventive cleaning. The amount of ambient pollution and
particulates in the environment, to a large degree, dictates the cleaning frequency.
Clean your tape drive only when cleaning is necessary. Your backup software or the yellow alert LED
located on the front bezel of the tape drive notify you if you need to clean the tape drive; the location of
this LED (and other front bezel LEDs) is shown in Figure 5-2 on page 5-9.
Clean the SDLT 600 tape drive with the SDLT CleaningTape, which is also used to clean the SDLT
220 and SDLT 320 tape drives.
C AUTION
5.4.2
Use ONLY the SDLT CleaningTape. Other cleaning tapes,
such as CleaningTape III or DLT VS CleaningTape, are
incompatible with the SDLT 600 tape drive heads.
When to Use the Cleaning Tape
The SDLT 600 tape drive uses a built-in tape cleaning algorithm in conjunction with a cleaning tape.
The SDLT CleaningTape is packaged in a plastic case, and is light gray in color.
A yellow LED located on the front bezel of the SDLT 600 tape drive indicates when cleaning is
needed; Figure 5-2 on page 5-9 shows the location of this LED (and other front bezel LEDs).
5.4.3
Life Expectancy of the Cleaning Tape
Each SDLT CleaningTape is good for 20 uses. Use one of the labels that is supplied with the tape to
track the number of uses.
5.4.4
Compatibility of the Cleaning Tape
The SDLT CleaningTape is intended for use in SDLT 600 tape drives, autoloaders, and libraries only.
Alternatively stated, the SDLT CleaningTape only cleans the SDLT MRC heads.
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Loading the Cleaning Tape Into a Tabletop Tape Drive
NOTE: To use the cleaning tape in an Autoloader or Library tape drive, refer to
your owner’s manual.
Follow these steps to load an SDLT CleaningTape into an SDLT 600 tabletop tape drive:
1. Insert the cleaning tape, with the Front Slide Label Slot facing outward, into the tape drive until the
tape drive engages with the cleaning tape and begins to take up the cleaning media. The green
Drive Status LED flashes and the cleaning cycle begins automatically.
2. When the cleaning cycle completes, the cleaning tape automatically ejects from the tape drive and
the yellow alert LED turns off.
NOTE: On the last cleaning, the cleaning tape will not eject. Use the Eject button
on the front of the tape drive to eject the expired cleaning tape and dispose
of the cleaning tape.
3. Remove the cleaning tape, place it back into its plastic case, and mark the label after each cleaning.
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Chapter 5: Using Your Tape Drive
Front Panel Controls and LEDs
All controls and LEDs are on the tape drive’s front panel. See Figure 5-2 for details. Use these controls
and LEDs to operate the tape drive and monitor the SDLT 600 tape drive system’s activities. Table 5-2
on page 5-10 and Table 5-3 on page 5-11 describe Control and LED functionality.
Green/Orange LED
(Drive Density)
Green LED
(Drive Status)
Yellow LED
(Cleaning Required)
Eject Button
iTalk Port
Figure 5-2. SDLT 600 Tape Drive Front Panel
On the SDLT 600 tape drive, the leftmost LED is dual color (green/orange). This LED is the Density
Indicator. When you insert a Super DLTtape II data cartridge, this LED illuminates green. When the
tape drive detects a backward read compatible (BRC) data cartridge, this LED illuminates orange.
(The SDLT 600 tape drive backward reads Super DLTtape I data cartridges formatted in an SDLT 220
or SDLT 320 tape drive, or DLTtape VS1 data cartridges formatted in a VS160 tape drive.)
If a DLTtape IV data cartridge is inserted, the Drive Density LED is off. Table 5-2 summarizes these
combinations.
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Table 5-2.
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Dual-Color Drive Density LED Appearance for Type of Data Cartridge Loaded
Possible Data Cartridge Scenario
LED Color/State
No data cartridge is inserted
Off
SDLT 600 tape drive formatted Super DLTtape II data
cartridge inserted
Green/On
Blank Super DLTtape II data cartridge inserted
Green/On
Super DLTtape II data cartridge ejected
Green/Remains On
SDLT 220 tape drive formatted Super DLTtape I data
cartridge inserted
Orange/On
SDLT 320 tape drive formatted Super DLTtape I data
cartridge inserted
Orange/On
Blank Super DLTtape I data cartridge inserted
Orange/On
Any Super DLTtape I data cartridge ejected
Off
DLT VS160 tape drive formatted DLTtape VS1 data
cartridge inserted
Orange/On
Blank DLTtape VS1 data cartridge inserted
Orange/On
DLTtape VS1 data cartridge ejected
Off
Any DLTtape IV data cartridge inserted
Off
SDLT 600 tape drive “reset”
All LEDs illuminate briefly and
then illuminate in sequence
until the reset completes
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Table 5-3 explains the function of the other LEDs and controls in the front panel.
Table 5-3.
How to Interpret the Front Panel LEDs and Other Controls
LED/Button/
Port Title
Color/Symbol
Action
Explanation
Drive Density
LED
Orange/Green
On/Off
See Table 5-2 on page 5-10.
The tape drive is in use. This includes functions such
as:
Flashing
Green
• The tape is moving.
• The tape drive is calibrating, reading, writing, or
rewinding the tape.
Drive Status
LED
• The tape drive is loading, unloading, or
rewinding.
Cleaning
Required LED
Eject Button
On
The tape drive is idle. There may or may not be a
data cartridge in the tape tape drive.
Off
The tape drive has not been powered on or is not
plugged into a power source.
Yellow
On
!
Cleaning is required. Refer to “Cleaning the Tape
Mechanism” on page 5-6 for cleaning information.
Off
Cleaning is not required.
Press
Use the Eject button to eject the tape data cartridge
from the tape drive. When you press the button, the
tape drive completes any active writing of data to the
tape, then ejects the data cartridge.
Refer to the applicable data cartridge appendix for
detailed data cartridge handling procedures.
Infrared
Communication
Port
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wireless remote testing base for customers and
integrators to access system diagnostic information.
See your sales representative for more information.
1 Whenever the tape drive resets, all LEDs illuminate briefly and then illuminate in sequence
until the reset completes.
2 Whenever the tape drive encounters an error, all LEDs flash together.
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Troubleshooting
The following subsections provide troubleshooting information that might be helpful should the
system fail its Power-On Self-Test (POST).
Refer to the data cartridge appendices in this manual (Appendix A, “Super DLTtape I and
Super DLTtape II Data Cartridges” and Appendix B, “DLTtape VS1 Data Cartridge”) for complete
visual inspection instructions for Super DLTtape I & II, and DLTtape VS1 data cartridges.
The web site http://www.dlttape.com also includes valuable information about SDLT systems.
5.6.1
POST Troubleshooting
Table 5-4 provides troubleshooting tips that you will find useful in the event that your SDLT 600 tape
drive system fails its POST.
If, after attempting the recommended actions listed in the table, the problem still exists or recurs, a
hardware failure may be the cause. Contact your service representative.
Table 5-4.
If…
Troubleshooting Chart
Then…
You should…
System does not recognize System may not be configured Configure system to recognize the
the SDLT 600 tape drive
to recognize the interface ID.
SDLT 600 tape drive system’s ID.
system.
Interface ID may not be unique. Change the interface ID and reconfigure the
system. The new ID becomes effective at
the next power on or interface bus reset.
Interface adapter parameters
may not be correct.
Check interface adapter documentation.
Interface signal cable may be
loose.
Ensure interface cable is fully seated at each
connector end.
Interface terminator may be
Ensure correct, secure termination of bus.
loose or not present on the bus.
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Table 5-4.
Chapter 5: Using Your Tape Drive
Troubleshooting Chart (Continued)
If…
Then…
You should…
System does not recognize Interface bus may not be
the SDLT 600 tape drive
terminated correctly.
system. (continued)
If the SDLT 600 tape drive system is last or
only device on bus (except for adapter), be
certain the terminator is installed on the
SDLT 600 tape drive system.
If the SDLT 600 tape drive system is not the
last or only device on the bus, check the
cable connections and ensure that the bus is
properly terminated at each end.
Interface terminator may not be Ensure that a terminator is installed at each
at end of bus or more than two end of the bus. One terminator is usually
terminators may be present.
installed at the host end of the bus.
Interface bus may be too long.
Limit bus length to ANSI interface standard
for the interface interface being used.
Too many devices on the bus.
Limit the number of devices on the bus
(including the interface adapter) to match
the limits of the interface being used.
A device may not have been
turned on and a valid interface
ID may not have been
configured before the system
powering on and loading BIOS.
Turn the tape drive power on first, and then
turn on power to the system. Do this so that
the tape drive is properly recognized by the
system.
The tape drive does not
power on.
No power is reaching the tape
drive.
Check the tape drive’s power cable
connection at the back of the system.
Nonfatal or fatal errors
have occurred for which
the cause cannot be
determined.
Interface bus termination or the Ensure the SCSI bus is terminated and that
interface bus cable connections all connections are secure. Use an AC outlet
for the tabletop tape unit on the same AC
may be incorrect.
line used by the host system.
The AC power source
grounding may be incorrect
(tabletop version).
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Over Temperature Condition
The SDLT 600 tape drive has a thermal sensor located in the tape path. This sensor, which is used to
accurately monitor the air temperature in the tape path, issues a TapeAlert warning at 47 °C, and
detects an overtemp condition when the temperature in the tape path reaches 50 degrees C. When the
tape path temperature sensor detects an overtemp condition, the tape rewinds, unloads, and ejects from
the tape drive. (As long as the tape drive is not mounted in a tape automation library, the tape ejects.)
SCSI status indicates the tape drive is in the over temperature condition.
If the tape drive is mounted in a tape automation library, the data cartridge rewinds to BOT and
unbuckles in preparation for unloading, but does not automatically eject. For more information, refer
to SDLT 600 Design and Integration Guide (81-81196-01).
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Regulatory Compliance
This chapter describes various regulations that apply to the SDLT 600 tape drive:
6.1
•
“Safety Regulations” describes compliance with various standards published by international
safety organizations.
•
“Electromagnetic Field Specifications” describes the susceptibility of the SDLT 600 tape drive to
ambient electromagnetic fields, and describes the susceptibility of the system to unexpected
electrostatic discharge.
•
“Acoustic Noise Emissions” describes compliance with various acoustic standards.
Safety Regulations
This section lists the safety regulations that the SDLT 600 tape drive meets or exceeds.
6.1.1
Safety Certifications
The SDLT 600 tape drive meets or exceeds the following safely requirements:
•
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.
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Electromagnetic Field Specifications
SDLT 600 tape drives are electrical devices; as such, this equipment generates, uses, and may emit
radio frequency energy. The tape drives may emit energy in other frequencies, as well, as discussed in
the following subsections.
6.2.1
Electromagnetic Emissions
The internal version of the SDLT 600 tape drive system complies with FCC Class A in a standard
enclosure; the tabletop version complies with FCC Class B limits.
6.2.2
Electromagnetic Interference Susceptibility
Table 6-1 provides regulations and certifications held by the SDLT 600 tape drive for Electromagnetic
Interference (EMI).
Table 6-1.
EMI Regulations and Certifications
Type
Regulation/Certification
EEC Directive 89/336 CE
EN55022 (EU)
EN55024 (EU)
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CFR 47, 1995
FCC Rules Part 15B Class B
IECS-003
Canada
V-3/97.04
VCCI Class B (Japan)
CNS 13438
BSMI Class A (Taiwan)
AS/NZS 3548
Australia/New Zealand
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Chapter 6: Regulatory Compliance
Immunity and ESD Limits
Table 6-2 lists the immunity and ESD failure level limits to which the SDLT 600 tape drive has
been tested.
Table 6-2.
Electromagnetic Interference (EMI) Test Summary
Test Name
Required
Performance
Test Specification
EN55022: 1998 Radiated and Conducted Emissions
Radiated Electromagnetic Emissions
EN55022: 1998
Class B
Conducted Electromagnetic Emissions
Current Harmonics and Flicker Emissions Tests
AC Power Supply Harmonic Emissions
EN61000-3-2
As per the standard
AC Power Supply Voltage Flicker
EN61000-3-3
As per the standard
EN55024: 1998 Immunity Tests
Electrostatic Discharge Immunity
EN61000-4-2
Criteria A
Radiated Electromagnetic Immunity
EN61000-4-3
Criteria A
Electrical Fast Transient / Burst Immunity
EN61000-4-4
Criteria B
Electrical Surge Immunity
EN61000-4-5
Criteria B
Conducted Electromagnetic Immunity
EN61000-4-6
Criteria A
Power Frequency Magnetic Field Immunity
EN61000-4-8
Criteria A
AC Voltage Dips and Interrupts Immunity
EN61000-4-11
Criteria B
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Acoustic Noise Emissions
Table 6-3 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.
Table 6-3.
Mode
Idle
Streaming
Acoustic Noise Emissions, Nominal
Noise Power Emission Level (LNPEc)
Sound Pressure Level (LPAc)*
Internal
Tabletop
Internal
Tabletop
Not applicable
5.4 Bel
Not applicable
42 dB
5.9 Bel
5.9 Bel
47 dB
53 dB
* Sound pressure level measured at front of tape drive.
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Super DLTtape I and
Super DLTtape II Data Cartridges
This appendix discusses Super DLTtape I and Super DLTtape II data cartridge information.
Information in this appendix includes the following topics:
•
Recognizing Quantum Super DLTtape I and II Data Cartridges
•
Data Cartridge Handling Guidelines
•
Data Cartridge Inspection Procedure
•
Data Cartridge Write-protect Switch
•
Loading a Data Cartridge
•
Unloading a Data Cartridge.
Refer to Appendix B for DLTtape VS1 data cartridge information.
A.1
Recognizing Quantum Super DLTtape I and II
Data Cartridges
The Super DLTtape I data cartridge is dark green. The Super DLTtape II data cartridge is dark blue.
Both data cartridges have a keying feature that prevent insertion into the older generation DLT tape
drives.
NOTE: You cannot insert the Super DLTtape II data cartridge into an SDLT 220
or SDLT 320 tape drive; or any other earlier model Quantum tape drive.
Other than color differences, the basic geometry, write protection switch, and label space for the
Super DLTtape I and Super DLTtape II, the data cartridges are basically the same. This simplifies the
integration of the SDLT 600 tape drive into existing operating environments and into automated tape
libraries.
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Data Cartridge Handling Guidelines
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The SDLT 600 tape drive is backward read compatible with Super DLTtape I data cartridges formatted
in the SDLT 220 or SDLT 320 tape drive. Figure A-1 shows outside characteristic differences of the
Super DLTtape I and Super DLTtape II data cartridges.
Super DLTtape I
Read ONLY
with SDLT 600
Super DLTtape II
Read AND Write
with SDLT 600
Figure A-1. Super DLTtape Data Cartridges Read by SDLT 600 Tape Drive
NOTE: The Super DLTtape I and Super DLTtape II data cartridges have a keying
feature to ensure you cannot load them into a previous generation DLT
tape drives.
A.2
Data Cartridge Handling Guidelines
By following general handling procedures, conducting careful visual inspections of data cartridges on
a regular, ongoing basis, and being certain to store data cartridges within their environmental limits,
you will greatly reduce any chance that you will experience problems with your data cartridges or
cause damage to your Super DLTtape system. Respect your media as much as you do your data.
Ensure that your data cartridge backup solution performs reliably by following these general handling
guidelines:
A-2
•
Always keep each data cartridge in its protective plastic case when it is not in the tape drive.
•
When carrying data cartridges in their cases, always orient the cases so that the grooves in the
cases interlock. This prevents the cases from slipping apart and falling.
•
Never stack the data cartridges in a stack of more than five.
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•
When placing data cartridges in archival storage, be certain you stand each data cartridge
vertically.
•
Do not carry data cartridges loosely in a box or any other container. Allowing data cartridges to
jostle together exposes them to unnecessary physical shock.
•
Always observe the proper environmental conditions for storing data cartridges. Refer to the data
cartridge reference card supplied with each data cartridge. The ambient operating environment for
the data cartridge is
Temperature
10 °C to 40 °C (50 °F to 104 °F)
Relative Humidity
20% to 80% (non-condensing)
NOTE: If storage or transportation of a data cartridge has exposed it to conditions
outside the ambient values shown above, you should “condition” the data
cartridge to its operating environment for a 24-hour period.
•
Maintain clean and smoke-free operating and storage environments.
•
Never expose the data cartridge to moisture or direct sunlight.
•
Do not place data cartridges on or near devices that may produce magnetic fields, such as
computer monitors, motors, or video equipment. Such exposure can alter or erase data on the
media.
•
Avoid unnecessary opening of the data cartridge door; this may expose the media to contamination
or physical damage.
•
Do not touch or allow direct contact with the media or tape leader. Dust or natural skin oils can
contaminate the data cartridge and impact media performance.
•
A dropped data cartridge may have dislodged, loosened, or damaged internal components. If you
drop a data cartridge, give it a thorough visual inspection, as described in “Data Cartridge
Inspection Procedure” on page A-4.
•
Never apply adhesive labels or “sticky” notes on the top, side, or bottom of your Super DLTtape I
or Super DLTtape II data cartridge. Only use the slide-in type label provided with each data
cartridge and slide it into the label slot on the data cartridge.
•
Do not use graphite pencils, water-soluble felt pens, or other debris-producing writing instruments
on your labels. Never erase a label—replace it.
•
Be certain you place the unused data cartridge labels in the protective box so that you do not
inadvertently pick them up along with the data cartridge during subsequent usage. A static
electricity charge on a data cartridge may cause a label to cling to the data cartridge. A label that is
accidentally inserted into the tape drive along with a data cartridge can prevent the hub reel and
drive gear from meshing.
•
Follow all data cartridge handling instructions that accompany your data cartridges or tape drive.
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Data Cartridge Inspection Procedure
Ensure your data cartridge backup solution performs reliably by following the Visual Mechanical
Inspection (VMI) procedures described in this subsection. These steps will help you identify any
potential data cartridge problems, and will prevent accidental loss of data or damage to your SDLT 600
tape drive system.
You should do an inspection if any of these conditions occur:
•
As a general practice whenever you change or load a new data cartridge.
•
If a data cartridge is dropped or subjected to some hard physical shock.
•
If the SDLT 600 tape drive becomes inoperable after loading a data cartridge.
•
If you receive a shipment of data cartridges that show any sign of shipping damage.
Follow these steps to visually inspect an Super DLTtape I or Super DLTtape II data cartridge:
1. Remove the data cartridge from its protective plastic case.
2. Check for loose debris attached to the shell, and for other contamination (oily, slimy, or sticky
substances) that may have built up on the surface of the shell.
3. Check the data cartridge for any obvious cracks or other physical damage to the shell. Rotate the
data cartridge in your hands, looking for broken or missing parts.
4. Grasp the data cartridge to view the bottom as shown in Figure A-2. (The media access door is on
the top edge and the write protect switches are on the bottom edge.)
Spring-loaded Hub
Reel Lock
Figure A-2. Bottom View of Super DLTtape II Data Cartridge
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5. Refer to Figure A-3 and check the reel lock openings to ensure the small plastic tabs inside are
partially visible. The reel locks are black. The reel locks can break if you drop the data cartridge. If
the reel lock tabs are not visible, do not use the data cartridge.
Reel Lock
Reel Lock
Figure A-3. Super DLTtape II Data Cartridge Reel Locks
6. Once again, look at the end of the data cartridge, holding it as shown in Figure A-4.
Tab in the door pivot notch
Figure A-4. Opening the Super DLTtape II Data Cartridge Door
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7. Open the data cartridge door by pressing on the tab in the door pivot notch as shown in Figure A-4.
Use care that you do not touch the tape leader.
8. Compare what you see inside the data cartridge door to Figure A-5. Look for damage to the data
cartridge clips, including:
•
Bent or towed-in appearance on one or both clips
•
Improper seating (clips should be fully retracted towards the left side of the opening)
•
Bending of the leader bar that supports the clips.
Leader bar
Properly “toed” data cartridge buckling clips
Data cartridge buckling clips excessively toed-in
Figure A-5. Problems to Look for Inside the Data Cartridge Door
9. Examine the visible tape leader for excessive debris, oily or sticky residue, condensed droplets of
moisture, or any other signs of contamination.
10. Finally, check for proper operation of the data cartridge’s write-protect switch (refer to Figure A-6
on page A-7). This sliding switch, located on the end of the data cartridge used for the label,
should snap smartly back and forth, and the orange tab should be visible when the data cartridge is
set to provide write protection (you cannot write over the data already on the media).
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Appendix A: Super DLTtape I and Super DLTtape II Data Cartridges
Data Cartridge Write-protect Switch
Each data cartridge has a write-protect switch that you can use to prevent accidental erasure of data.
Before inserting the data cartridge into the tape drive, position the write-protect switch on the front of
the data cartridge (Figure A-6) according to the type of operations you expect to perform.
Orange Indicator
Rectangle
Write-protect
Switch
Slide LEFT to Enable
Write-protection
Slide RIGHT to Disable
Write-protection
Figure A-6. Write-Protect Switch on Super DLTtape II Data Cartridge
•
Slide the write-protect switch to the left to enable write protection (you can read existing data;
however, you cannot write over existing data on the media, nor append additional data to the
media). When you move the write-protect switch to the left, a small orange rectangle is visible.
This is your visual reminder that you cannot write data to the media.
•
Slide the write-protect switch to the right to disable write protection (you can write over existing
data on the media, and you can append additional data to the media unless the data cartridge is
write-protected via firmware). When write-protection is disabled, no orange rectangle is visible.
For more details, refer to Table A-1 on page A-8.
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Table A-1.
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Write-Protect Switch Positions
Write-protect
Switch Position
Orange
Write-protect
Indicator
Result
Before Loading the Data Cartridge
Enabled
(Slide switch to left)
Visible
You cannot write data to the media. You cannot
overwrite existing data on the media. You cannot
append additional data to the media.
Disabled
(Slide switch to right)
Not Visible
Unless the data cartridge is write-protected via
firmware:
- You can write data to the media.
- You can overwrite existing data on the media.
- You can append additional data to the media.
After Loading the Data Cartridge and During Operation
A-8
If you move the
write-protect switch
from its right
(disabled) position to
its left (enabled)
position
Visible
If the tape drive is currently writing to a data
cartridge, the write-protect feature does not take
effect until after the current write operation
completes.
If you move the
write-protect switch
from its left (enabled)
position to its right
(disabled) position
Not Visible
The data cartridge becomes write-enabled after a
variable amount of seconds.
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Appendix A: Super DLTtape I and Super DLTtape II Data Cartridges
Loading a Data Cartridge
Complete this subsection to load a data cartridge into the front of the tape drive; refer to Figure A-7 as
needed.
1. Insert the data cartridge into the front of the tape drive, as shown in Figure A-7.
2. Push the data cartridge fully into the tape drive.
The Drive Status LED flashes to show that the media is loading. When the media reaches the
Beginning of Tape (BOT) marker, the LED lights steadily. The data cartridge is now ready for use.
Tape Drive
Data Cartridge
Eject Button
Drive Status LED
Figure A-7. Loading a Super DLTtape II Data Cartridge
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Unloading a Data Cartridge
Follow these steps to unload a data cartridge; refer to Figure A-7 on page A-9 as needed.
C AUTION
Remove the data cartridge from the tape drive BEFORE
turning off host power. Failure to remove a data cartridge may
result in data cartridge or tape drive damage.
Do NOT rush removal of the data cartridge. Wait until the
tape drive ejects the data cartridge and the Drive Status LED
lights steady before removing the data cartridge.
1. Press the Eject button (or issue an appropriate system software command); the tape drive
completes any active writing of data to the media, then rewinds. The Drive Status LED flashes as
the media rewinds.
When the media is finished rewinding, the tape drive ejects the data cartridge and the Drive Status
LED lights steadily.
2. Remove the data cartridge from the tape drive and return the data cartridge to its plastic case to
protect it from damage.
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The SDLT 600 tape drive is backward read compatible with DLTtape VS1 data cartridges formatted in
the DLT VS 160 tape drive. Data backed up using a DLTtape VS1 data cartridge in a DLT VS160 tape
drive is retrievable using the SDLT 600 tape drive.
By following general handling procedures, conducting careful visual inspections of data cartridges on
a regular, ongoing basis, and being certain that you store data cartridges within their environmental
limits, you will greatly reduce any chance that you will experience problems with your data cartridges
or cause damage to your SDLT system. Respect your media as much as you do your data.
This appendix discusses to the DLTtape VS1 data cartridge; refer to Appendix A for Super DLTtape I
and Super DLTtape II data cartridge information.
Information in this appendix includes the following topics:
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Data Cartridge Handling Guidelines
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Data Cartridge Inspection Procedure
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Data Cartridge Write-Protect Switch
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Loading a Data Cartridge
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Unloading a Data Cartridge.
Data Cartridge Handling Guidelines
Ensure your data cartridge backup solution performs reliably by following these general handling
guidelines:
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Always keep each data cartridge in its protective plastic case when it is not in the tape drive.
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When carrying data cartridges in their cases, always orient the cases so that the grooves in the
cases interlock. This prevents the cases from slipping apart and falling.
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Never stack the data cartridges in a stack of more than five.
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When placing data cartridges in archival storage, be certain you stand each data cartridge
vertically.
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Do not carry data cartridges loosely in a box or any other container. Allowing data cartridges to hit
together exposes them to unnecessary physical shock.
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Always observe the proper environmental conditions for storing data cartridges. Refer to the data
cartridge reference card supplied with each data cartridge. The ambient operating environment for
the data cartridge is
Temperature
10 °C to 40 °C (50 °F to 104 °F)
Relative Humidity
20% to 80% (non-condensing)
NOTE: If storage or transportation of a data cartridge has exposed it to conditions
outside the ambient values above, you should “condition” the data
cartridge to its operating environment for a 24-hour period.
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Maintain clean operating, working, and storage environments.
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Do not expose the data cartridge to moisture or direct sunlight.
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Do not place data cartridges on or near devices that may produce magnetic fields, such as
computer monitors, motors, or video equipment. Such exposure can alter or erase data on the
media.
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Avoid unnecessary opening of the data cartridge door; this may expose the media to contamination
or physical damage.
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Do not touch or allow direct contact with media or tape leader. Dust or natural skin oils can
contaminate the data cartridge and impact media performance.
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Do not insert any data cartridge that has been dropped into the SDLT 600 tape drive without at
least a thorough visual inspection, as described in “Data Cartridge Inspection Procedure” on
page B-3. A dropped data cartridge may have dislodged, loosened, or damaged internal
components.
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Never apply adhesive labels or notes on the top, side, or bottom of your DLTtape VS1 data
cartridge. Only use the user slide-in type label provided with each data cartridge and slide it into
the label slot on the data cartridge.
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Do not use graphite pencils, water-soluble felt pens, or other debris-producing writing instruments
on your labels. Never erase a label—replace it.
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Be certain you place the unused data cartridge labels in the protective box so that you do not
inadvertently pick them up along with the data cartridge during subsequent usage. A static
electricity charge on a data cartridge may cause a label to cling to the data cartridge. A label that is
accidentally inserted into the tape drive along with a data cartridge can prevent the hub reel and
drive gear from meshing.
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Data Cartridge Inspection Procedure
Ensure your data cartridge backup solution performs reliably by following the Visual Mechanical
Inspection (VMI) procedures described in this subsection. These steps help you identify any potential
data cartridge problems, and prevent accidental loss of data or damage to your SDLT 600 tape drive
system.
You should do an inspection if any of these conditions occur:
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As a general practice whenever you change or load a new data cartridge.
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If a data cartridge is dropped or subjected to some hard physical shock.
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If the SDLT 600 tape drive becomes inoperable after loading a data cartridge.
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If you receive a shipment of data cartridges that show any sign of shipping damage.
Follow these steps to visually inspect a DLTtape VS1 data cartridge:
1. Remove the data cartridge from its protective plastic case.
2. Gently shake the data cartridge. Listen for any rattling or sounds of any loose pieces inside the data
cartridge. If you hear anything loose inside, do not use the data cartridge.
3. Check the data cartridge for any obvious cracks or other physical damage to the shell. Rotate the
data cartridge in your hands, looking for broken or missing parts.
4. Grasp the data cartridge to view the bottom as shown in Figure B-1. (The media access door is on
the top edge and the write protect switches are on the bottom edge.)
Spring-loaded Hub
Reel Lock
Figure B-1. Bottom View of DLTtape VS1 Data Cartridge
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5. Refer to Figure B-2 and check the reel lock openings to ensure the small plastic tabs inside are
partially visible. The reel locks are black. The reel locks can break if you drop the data cartridge. If
the reel lock tabs are not visible, do not use the data cartridge.
Reel Lock
Reel Lock
Figure B-2. DLTtape VS1 Data Cartridge Reel Locks
6. Look closely at the spring-loaded reel hub on the bottom of the data cartridge. Verify that the hub
is centered within the circular opening in the data cartridge. Gently press the hub and be certain
that it springs back into place—centered within its circular opening and completely flush with the
plastic shell. Figure B-3 shows a defective spring-loaded reel hub. Do not use a data cartridge that
fails this step.
Data cartridge hub is recessed slightly, and when pressed, does
not return to a position that is flush with the plastic shell
Figure B-3. Faulty Data Cartridge Spring-loaded Reel Hub
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7. Once again, look at the end of the data cartridge, holding it as shown in Figure B-4.
Tab in the door pivot notch
Figure B-4. Opening the DLTtape VS1 Data Cartridge Door
8. On the right side corner of the data cartridge is a small tab in a cut-out portion (the door pivot
notch) of the data cartridge. Using your thumb, gently lift up on the tab and swing the door open as
shown in Figure B-4.
9. Look at the end of the data cartridge, holding it as shown in Figure B-5. Use care that you do not
touch the tape leader.
Data Cartridge
Tape Leader Loop
Media
Figure B-5. End View of DLTtape VS1 Data Cartridge (Tape Leader Loop in its Correct Position)
10. Inside the door, you will see the media and tape leader loop. The loop should stick up about an
eighth of an inch when viewed from the edge; the loop must be a closed loop.
11. Examine the visible tape leader to ensure it is in the correct position as shown in Figure B-5. If the
loop is torn, bent, pulled in, or not sticking up about an eighth of an inch, do not use the data
cartridge.
12. Examine the tape leader for any excessive debris, oily or sticky residue, condensed droplets of
moisture, or any other signs of contamination.
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Compare what you see inside the data cartridge door to illustrations in Figure B-6. Look for faulty
items including:
A broken tape leader loop
A swallowed tape leader loop
Loose media inside the data cartridge.
Do not use a data cartridge that exhibit any of the type of problems shown in these examples.
Broken tape leader loop
Swallowed tape leader loop
Loose media inside the data cartridge
Figure B-6. DLTtape VS1 Data Cartridges with Visible Damage
13. Finally, check for proper operation of the data cartridge’s write-protect switch (refer to Figure B-7
on page B-7). This sliding switch, located on the end of the data cartridge used for the label, should
snap smartly back and forth, and the orange tab should be visible when the data cartridge is set to
provide write protection (you cannot write over the data already on the media).
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Data Cartridge Write-Protect Switch
Each data cartridge has a write-protect switch that you can use to prevent accidental erasure of data.
Before inserting the data cartridge into the tape drive, position the write-protect switch on the front of
the data cartridge (Figure B-7) according to the type of operations you expect to perform.
Since the DLTtape VS1 data cartridge is a read-only data cartridge when used in the SDLT 600 tape
drive, the write-protect switch (in this configuration) does not apply.
Slide LEFT to enable
write-protection
Padlock “closed”
indicating
write-protection On
Write-protect
Switch
Padlock “open”
indicating
write-protection Off
Slide RIGHT to disable
write-protection
Figure B-7. Write-Protect Switch on DLTtape VS1 Data Cartridge
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Slide the write-protect switch to the left to enable write protection (you can read existing data;
however, you cannot write over existing data on the media, nor append additional data to the
media). When you move the write-protect switch to the left, a small “closed” padlock is visible.
This is your visual reminder that you cannot write data to the media.
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Slide the write-protect switch to the right to disable write protection (you can write over existing
data on the media, and you can append additional data to the media unless the data cartridge is
write-protected via firmware). When write-protection is disabled, a small “open” padlock is
visible.
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Loading a Data Cartridge
Complete this subsection to load a data cartridge into the front of the tape drive; refer to Figure B-8 as
needed.
To load a data cartridge, follow these steps:
1. Insert the data cartridge into the front of the tape drive, as shown in Figure B-8.
2. Push the data cartridge fully into the tape drive.
The Drive Status LED flashes to show that the media is loading. When the media reaches the
Beginning of Tape (BOT) marker, the LED lights steadily. The data cartridge is now ready for use.
Tape Drive
Data Cartridge
Eject Button
Drive Status LED
Figure B-8. Loading a DLTtape VS1 Data Cartridge
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Unloading a Data Cartridge
Complete this subsection to unload a data cartridge; refer to Figure B-8 on page B-8 as needed.
C AUTION
Remove the data cartridge from the tape drive BEFORE
turning off host power. Failure to remove a data cartridge may
result in data cartridge or tape drive damage.
Do NOT rush removal of the data cartridge: premature
removal can cause tape leader failure. Wait until the tape drive
ejects the data cartridge and the Drive Status LED lights
steadily before removing the data cartridge.
1. Press the Eject button (or issue an appropriate system software command); the tape drive
completes any active writing of data to the media. The Drive Status LED flashes as the media
rewinds.
When the media is finished rewinding, the tape drive ejects the data cartridge and the Drive Status
LED lights steadily.
2. Remove the data cartridge from the tape drive and return the data cartridge to its plastic case to
protect the data cartridge from damage.
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Glossary
The following is an alphabetical list of specialized words and technical terms with their definitions,
commonly used in the tape drive and tape media industry.
A
AC
Alternating Current.
Access
(v.) To read, write, or update information on a storage medium,
such as magnetic tape. (n.) The operation of reading, writing, or
updating stored information.
Access Time
The interval between the time a request for data is made by the
system and the time the data is available from the tape drive.
Advanced
PRML
Advanced Partial Response Maximum Likelihood. The advanced
PRML channel technology provides high-encoding efficiency
recording densities for greater capacity and performance.
Allocation
The process of assigning particular areas of the media to
particular data or instructions.
AMP Media
Advanced Metal Powder Media. A state-of-the-art media first
designed for Super DLTtape I. It incorporates durable metal
powder technology for high-density data storage and embedded
non-magnetic information for head tracking.
Archiving
The removal or copying of data from the computer system onto
secondary storage media that is safely stored away.
ASIC
Application Specific Integrated Circuit.
ASTM
American Society for Testing and Materials.
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Backup
A copy of a file, directory, or volume on a separate storage device
from the original, for the purpose of retrieval in case the original
is accidentally erased, damaged, or destroyed.
Bad Data
Block
A block that cannot reliably hold data because of a media flaw or
damaged format markings.
Base Plate
An aluminum die casting that acts as the support platform for the
other modules and for the tape drive enclosure. The base plate
includes the precision mounting holes used to install SDLT tape
drives into a server or tape library.
Bezel
(Also known as the faceplate.) A plastic panel that extends the
face of a tape drive so that it covers a computer’s drive bay
opening. The internal model of SDLT 600 has two bezels: a
library bezel and an internal bezel.
BIOS
Basic Input/Output System. A set of routines that work closely
with the hardware to support the transfer of information between
various elements of the system, such as memory, disks, and
peripheral devices.
Block
A sector or group of sectors. SDLT 600 supports block sizes up to
16 MB.
BOM or BOT Beginning of Media or Beginning of Tape. The physical
beginning of the media.
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Backward-Read Compatibility. The ability of a current tape drive
product to read data cartridges written on earlier model tape
drives.
Buckling
Mechanism
The buckling mechanism engages the tape leaders upon data
cartridge load and disengages them on data cartridge unload.
Buffer
An area of RAM reserved for temporary storage of data that is
waiting to be sent to a device. The data is usually on its way to or
from the tape drive or some other peripheral device.
Bus
The part of a chip, circuit board, or interface designed to send
and receive data.
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Cache
Specialized RAM used as a buffer between a fast CPU or I/O
channel and storage which has a relatively slow access time (for
example, tape or diskette), to avoid slowing down the former.
Cartridge
Receiver
At media insertion, the cartridge receiver assembly is responsible
for guiding the media into its operating position, opening the
door, unlocking the cartridge brakes, and securing the media for
operation. At media ejection, the cartridge receiver assembly
reverses the process and automatically ejects the data cartridge a
fixed distance from the front of the tape drive.
Compressed
Capacity
Capacity after data has been processed, using either software or
hardware, to reduce storage space while maintaining data
integrity. (See also Data Compression.)
CSA
Canadian Standards Association, also known as CSA
International.
CTM
Cartridge Tape Module. The main function of the SDLT’s CTM
is to provide the magnetic recording media used by the tape drive
to store customer information. The CTM also provides the
protective cartridge that allows the media to be removed and
stored safely.
Data
Compression
A process that reduces the amount of storage space required to
hold a particular block of data. Data transfer speed and total
media capacity are affected by the data compression achieved. In
accordance with industry practice, a typical compression ratio is
2:1 of data storage. Actual compression ratios achieved depend
on the redundancy of data files being written.
DC
Direct Current.
DCM
Data Control Module. The main functions of the DCM are to
provide the path and guides for the all media motion inside the
tape drive and to write data to and read data from the media.
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Device
According to the SCSI specification, multiple SCSI devices can
be connected to a single SCSI bus. Each SCSI device contains a
SCSI ID number that can be set in the range 0 to 15.
Device Driver A low-level (usually kernel-mode) operating system component
that enables a PC to communicate with peripheral devices such as
printers, CD-ROMs, and tape drives. Each kind of device
requires a different driver.
Differential
A term referring to the electrical characteristics of the signal used
on the SCSI bus interface. Differential signals minimize the
effect of common mode signal noise and allow the SCSI bus to
operate reliably over greater distances at a higher speed.
DLTSage
A suite of predictive and preventive maintenance diagnostics
software, sold and supported by Quantum Corporation.
DLZ
Digital Lempel-Ziv 1 Algorithm. Named after Abraham Lempel
and Jacob Ziv. A data compression technique used in all SDLT
tape drives.
EEPROM
Electronically Erasable Programmable Read-Only Memory. An
integrated circuit memory chip that can store programs and data
in a non-volatile state. These devices store firmware in DLT and
SDLT tape drives, and can be erased and reprogrammed with
new data.
EIM
Electronic Interface Module. The SDLT EIM consists of two
major boards—the Integrated Controller Module (ICM) board
and a separate Host Interface Module (HIM) board.
Encoding
(n.) Characters (or bytes) of information converted to magnetic
patterns on the media. (v.) The process of converting to the
desired pattern.
EOD
End of Data. Location on media where the last session stopped.
EOM or EOT
End of Media or End of Tape. Logical EOM allows space to
complete a write operation; physical EOM signifies that the
media is completely used.
Erase
The removal of data from media.
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A message that occurs when there is a loss of ability to interpret
recorded data. Usually due to magnetic issues or defects in or on
the media.
ESD
Electrostatic discharge. A sudden discharge of electrostatic
energy that can damage delicate electronic circuitry.
FCC
Federal Communications Commission.
F
Fibre Channel A high-speed serial architecture that allows either optical or
electrical connections at data rates from 265 MB to 2 Gb per
second.
Firmware
Permanent or semi-permanent instructions and data programmed
directly into the circuitry of a programmable read-only memory
or electronically erasable programmable read-only memory
chips. Used for controlling the operation of the computer or tape
device. Distinct from software, which is stored in random access
memory and can be altered with ease.
GB
Gigabyte. A unit of measure equal to 1000 Megabytes (MB) or
1,000,000,000 bytes.
Head
The tiny electromagnetic coil and metal pole used to create and
read back the magnetic patterns on the media. Also known as the
read/write head.
HiFN
An ASIC (Application Specific Integrated Circuit) for the SDLT
that handles data compression.
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Host Interface Module. This board is one of two boards that
make up the EIM. The HIM implements the interface between
the host system and the tape drive; it comes in two different
variations, SCSI and Fibre Channel.
HRE
Hard Read Error.
HWE
Hard Write Error.
Hz
Hertz. A measure of frequency (cycles per second).
ICM
Integrated Controller Module. This board is one of two boards
that make up the EIM. The ICM contains the main controller and
servo micro-processor, the custom-designed SDLT ASICs, and
the cache memory.
IEC
International Electrotechnical Commission, an international
standards organization for electronics and electrotechnical
matters.
IEEE
Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers.
Interface
A hardware or software protocol, contained in the electronics of
the tape controller and tape drive, that manages the exchange of
data between the tape drive and computer. The most common
interfaces for small computer systems are AT (IDE) and SCSI.
iTalk
DLTSage iTalk (and Pocket DLTSage iTalk). This software
allows you to access system diagnostic information from your
tape drive using an infrared communication port located on the
front panel of the tape drive.
Jumper
A tiny connector box that slips over two pins that protrude from a
circuit board. When in place, the jumper connects the pins
electrically. The jumper can be moved to change electrical
connections.
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KB
Kilobyte. A unit of measure equal to 1 thousand (1024) bytes.
LED
Light Emitting Diode.
LGMR
Laser Guided Magnetic Recording technology.
LSB
Least Significant Bit.
LUN
Logical Unit Number.
LVD
Low Voltage Differential. LVD is a physical interface with power
low enough to allow integration within the SCSI controller chip.
Ultra 160 SCSI uses a low-voltage differential interface.
MAM
Medium Auxiliary Memory (MAM) is an SDLT 600 tape drive
feature that provides information about the status and prior use
history of an SDLTtape II data cartridge.
Mb
Megabit. A unit of measure equal to 100,000 bytes.
MB
Megabyte. A unit of measure equal to 1 million bytes.
MRC Heads
Magneto Resistive Cluster Heads. A cluster of small, costeffective Magneto Resistive (MR) tape heads packed densely
together.
MSB
Most Significant Bit.
MSE
Multi-mode Single-Ended. A signaling alternative for multimode SCSI devices that allows multi-mode SCSI devices to
operate when SE SCSI devices are present on the bus.
MTBF
The probable average number of service hours between failures.
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Capacity
The capacity of a given media product in its basic recording
format (without the use of data compression).
Native Mode
Refers to the uncompressed storage capacity of a media
subsystem. (See Native Capacity.)
Node
In reference to a Fibre Channel network, a node is any device
attached to the network.
Parity
A method of generating redundant information that can be used
to detect errors in stored or transmitted data.
Peripheral
A device added to a system as a complement to the basic central
processing unit (CPU), such as a disk drive, tape drive, or printer.
POS
Pivoting Optical Servo. An optically-assisted servo system that
combines high-density magnetic read/write data recording with
laser servo guiding.
Port
In reference to a Fibre Channel network, a port connects a node
to the network.
Positive
Engagement
Buckling
Mechanism
A highly robust, solidly engineered tape leader-buckling
mechanism for heavy-duty-cycle automated environments.
POST
Power-On Self-Test (POST). When power is applied to the tape
drive, it performs a POST.
PRML
See Advanced PRML.
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QEZ
An Application Specific Integrated Circuit (ASIC) for the SDLT
600 tape drive.
qTalk
One of the utilities comprising Quantum’s DLTSage, qTalk lets
users communicate with other computers via a serial line that’s
usually connected to a modem.
Restore
To replace data on the hard drive with data obtained from another
media device.
SAN
Storage Area Network.
SCSI
Small Computer System Interface. An American National
Standards Institute (ANSI) standard for the interface between a
computer and peripheral controllers.
SDLT
The next-generation DLTtape family of products.
SE
Single-Ended. A term referring to the electrical characteristics of
the signal used on the SCSI bus interface. For each signal that
needs to be sent across the bus, there exists a wire to carry it. SE
SCSI uses one line for each signal, with all lines using a common
ground reference.
Seek
The movement of a read/write head to a specific data track.
Server
A powerful computer system with a large drive capacity that
serves the information access and communication needs of
multiple users.
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The length of time that media can be stored without losing its
magnetic strength. For Super DLTtape II media, this period is 30
years or more.
SRAM
Static RAM. A memory chip that requires power to hold its
content.
Take-up Reel
The reel inside every tape drive onto which DLTtape or
Super DLTtape media is wound. The in-the-drive take-up reel
enables DLTtape and Super DLTtape systems to operate using a
single-reel cartridge and thereby pack more media and data into
every data cartridge.
TapeAlert
A firmware feature that monitors and returns the results of the
tape drive’s on-going self-diagnosis activity.
Tape Path
The path through which media moves from the data cartridge,
past the read/write head, and onto the take-up reel.
TB
Terabyte. A unit of measure equal to 1000 Gigabytes (GB).
TCM
Tape Control Module. The SDLT TCM consists of a variety of
components; the most significant of these include the base plate,
the cartridge receiver, the tape supply motor assembly, the floor
plate assembly, and the buckling mechanism.
Termination
A physical requirement of the SCSI bus. A terminator is a device
that attaches to both ends of an electrical bus and prevents
reflection or echoes of signals that reach the end of the bus.
Track
A linear or angled pattern of data written on a media surface.
SDLT tape drives write information on multiple tracks
simultaneously.
Transfer Rate
The speed at which the data moves between a host (that is, tape
drive) and a recorded device. Usually expressed as bytes/sec or
bits/sec.
TUR
Tape Unit Ready.
TUV
Technischer Uberwachungs Verein (German Safety Agency).
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UL
Underwriters Laboratory; a United States safety organization.
Ultra 160
An SDLT 600 tape drive SCSI interface that provides a lowvoltage differential (LVD) mode running up to 160 MB/sec and a
single-ended (SE) mode running up to 40 MB/sec.
Unformatted
Capacity
The total number of usable byes on the media, including the
space that will be required later to record location, boundary
definitions, and timing information. (See also Native Capacity.)
XEZ
An Application Specific Integrated Circuit (ASIC) for the SDLT
600 tape drive.
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