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Repairs or exchanges resulting from improper maintenance or use of unsupported media may result in "Using cleaning cartridges" on page 3-4 and Appendix A, "Maintaining the tape drive", on page A-1 as periodic maintenance is not covered by the IBM warranty. xSeries Server VXA-2 Internal Tape Drive User's Guide Important: Please review the maintenance information in billable service charges.
Repairs or exchanges resulting from improper maintenance or use of unsupported media may result in "Using cleaning cartridges" on page 3-4 and Appendix A, "Maintaining the tape drive", on page A-1 as periodic maintenance is not covered by the IBM warranty. xSeries Server VXA-2 Internal Tape Drive User's Guide Important: Please review the maintenance information in billable service charges.
User Guide
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... write protection on the World Wide Web D-1 Online technical support D-1 Telephone technical support D-1 IBM Statement of tape cartridges A-1 Recommendations for data cartridge usage . . . Maintaining the tape drive A-1 Types of Limited Warranty Z125-4753-06 8/2000 D-3 Part 1 - Product specifications B-1 Data capacities B-1 Size and weight B-1 Tape drive conditions B-2 Tape cartridge conditions B-2 Appendix C. C-1 Appendix D. Notices E-1 Trademarks E-2 Electronic emission notices E-2 Federal Communications Commission (FCC...
... write protection on the World Wide Web D-1 Online technical support D-1 Telephone technical support D-1 IBM Statement of tape cartridges A-1 Recommendations for data cartridge usage . . . Maintaining the tape drive A-1 Types of Limited Warranty Z125-4753-06 8/2000 D-3 Part 1 - Product specifications B-1 Data capacities B-1 Size and weight B-1 Tape drive conditions B-2 Tape cartridge conditions B-2 Appendix C. C-1 Appendix D. Notices E-1 Trademarks E-2 Electronic emission notices E-2 Federal Communications Commission (FCC...
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... and maintenance of purchase. Registering your option Thank you for your storage media. Register your proof of the IBM® VXA-2 Internal Tape Drive. Chapter 3, "Using the tape drive" provides information on how to retain your option on cartridges. Appendix C, "Problem solving" provides solutions to communicate with information that will send you , as well as in this...
... and maintenance of purchase. Registering your option Thank you for your storage media. Register your proof of the IBM® VXA-2 Internal Tape Drive. Chapter 3, "Using the tape drive" provides information on how to retain your option on cartridges. Appendix C, "Problem solving" provides solutions to communicate with information that will send you , as well as in this...
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...® 2000, Novell NetWare, and Linux. VXA-2 tape drive In addition to 90 days, depending on purchasing a permanent installation copy of purchase and packing material. These trial versions expire after 30 to this user's guide, the option package contains: v IBM VXA-2 Internal Tape Drive v Mounting screws v Backup application CDs (trial versions) v Cleaning cartridge v Quick Start Guide v Device drivers...
...® 2000, Novell NetWare, and Linux. VXA-2 tape drive In addition to 90 days, depending on purchasing a permanent installation copy of purchase and packing material. These trial versions expire after 30 to this user's guide, the option package contains: v IBM VXA-2 Internal Tape Drive v Mounting screws v Backup application CDs (trial versions) v Cleaning cartridge v Quick Start Guide v Device drivers...
User Guide
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... v Power Cycle v Retry Microcode Download An unrecoverable cartridge (media) failure is usually the result of status light combinations Operation LED #1 Ready (green) LED #2 Activity (green) Power-on solid to indicate an unrecoverable error. A power cycle must not turn off this indicator. 2. Using the tape drive 3-3 The drive will flash to indicate an over temperature...
... v Power Cycle v Retry Microcode Download An unrecoverable cartridge (media) failure is usually the result of status light combinations Operation LED #1 Ready (green) LED #2 Activity (green) Power-on solid to indicate an unrecoverable error. A power cycle must not turn off this indicator. 2. Using the tape drive 3-3 The drive will flash to indicate an over temperature...
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... the use the IBM recommended VXA cleaning cartridges to begin write and read operations. Attention: Only use of the cartridge through the tape drive door into the drive. b. Loading data cartridges The tape drive uses data-quality VXA tape data cartridges, in process, writes any buffered information to tape, rewinds to 2 minutes. These cartridges do not require formatting or other types of the VXA tape cartridges. See "Data...
... the use the IBM recommended VXA cleaning cartridges to begin write and read operations. Attention: Only use of the cartridge through the tape drive door into the drive. b. Loading data cartridges The tape drive uses data-quality VXA tape data cartridges, in process, writes any buffered information to tape, rewinds to 2 minutes. These cartridges do not require formatting or other types of the VXA tape cartridges. See "Data...
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Loading the cleaning cartridge After the cleaning cartridge has been inserted, the remainder of the tape drive (see figure Figure 3-2) until the loading mechanism pulls the cartridge into the tape drive 2. Cleans the drive by turning off , the depleted cartridge causes the light to come on the tape cartridge Before you attempt to the cleaning process. Unloads the cleaning cartridge when the cleaning...
Loading the cleaning cartridge After the cleaning cartridge has been inserted, the remainder of the tape drive (see figure Figure 3-2) until the loading mechanism pulls the cartridge into the tape drive 2. Cleans the drive by turning off , the depleted cartridge causes the light to come on the tape cartridge Before you attempt to the cleaning process. Unloads the cleaning cartridge when the cleaning...
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... receive warranty service. Attention: To avoid damaging the tape drive, use the original shipping materials when you are returning the tape drive for repair, pack the tape drive in its original shipping container and packing materials. Remove and keep all cartridges, cables, and terminators. 3-6 VXA-2 Internal Tape Drive: User's Guide Packaging the drive for shipping If you ship it on again...
... receive warranty service. Attention: To avoid damaging the tape drive, use the original shipping materials when you are returning the tape drive for repair, pack the tape drive in its original shipping container and packing materials. Remove and keep all cartridges, cables, and terminators. 3-6 VXA-2 Internal Tape Drive: User's Guide Packaging the drive for shipping If you ship it on again...
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... only VXA cartridges. Attention: v The VXA-2 tape drive only operates with VXA technology for saving and restoring system data. Do not attempt to save or restore programs or data. v Only use other than recommended cleaning cartridges can damage your drive and may damage the tape drive. Use of other types of tape cartridges Data cartridge Use the VXA data cartridge to use the IBM recommended VXA cleaning cartridges...
... only VXA cartridges. Attention: v The VXA-2 tape drive only operates with VXA technology for saving and restoring system data. Do not attempt to save or restore programs or data. v Only use other than recommended cleaning cartridges can damage your drive and may damage the tape drive. Use of other types of tape cartridges Data cartridge Use the VXA data cartridge to use the IBM recommended VXA cleaning cartridges...
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... tape cartridges and the tape drive: v Remove the tape cartridge from the environment or for 24 hours, whichever is less. (To determine the appropriate operating environment, see "Tape cartridge conditions" on the tape label. Storage and shipping environments Before using a tape cartridge, let it acclimate to make the recovery environment the same as the impact may damage the tape's internal mechanism. A-2 VXA-2 Internal Tape Drive...
... tape cartridges and the tape drive: v Remove the tape cartridge from the environment or for 24 hours, whichever is less. (To determine the appropriate operating environment, see "Tape cartridge conditions" on the tape label. Storage and shipping environments Before using a tape cartridge, let it acclimate to make the recovery environment the same as the impact may damage the tape's internal mechanism. A-2 VXA-2 Internal Tape Drive...
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... comfortable for VXA data cartridges Environmental factor Storage Shipping Temperature 5°C to 32°C (41° to 90°F) −40 to 52°C (−40 to 125°F) Relative humidity (noncondensing) 20 to 60% 5 to 80% Maximum wet bulb 26°C (79°F) 26°C (79°F) Tape cartridge storage Tape drives record data using...
... comfortable for VXA data cartridges Environmental factor Storage Shipping Temperature 5°C to 32°C (41° to 90°F) −40 to 52°C (−40 to 125°F) Relative humidity (noncondensing) 20 to 60% 5 to 80% Maximum wet bulb 26°C (79°F) 26°C (79°F) Tape cartridge storage Tape drives record data using...
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v IBM VXA tape cartridges are not alike. v Place the smaller label on the VXA tape cartridge. A poor quality tape cartridge may appear to save your business if your data is the only type of tape media that should be used for tape cartridge labels. Saving money by IBM. v Use only labels provided with labels adhered to be used with your backup tapes fail because of...
v IBM VXA tape cartridges are not alike. v Place the smaller label on the VXA tape cartridge. A poor quality tape cartridge may appear to save your business if your data is the only type of tape media that should be used for tape cartridge labels. Saving money by IBM. v Use only labels provided with labels adhered to be used with your backup tapes fail because of...
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... tape drive IBM part number Type of IBM storage products. To order cartridges in other locations, contact your local provider of cartridge Length 19P4876 VXA 80GB data cartridge 230 m 19P4877 VXA 59GB data cartridge 170 m 19P4878 VXA 21GB data cartridge 62 m 19P4879 VXA test cartridge -- 19P4880 VXA cleaning cartridge -- To order cartridges in the United States and Canada, call 1-888-IBM-MEDIA. Table A-2. Tape cartridges for the VX2-A Internal Tape Drive. A-6 VXA-2 Internal Tape Drive...
... tape drive IBM part number Type of IBM storage products. To order cartridges in other locations, contact your local provider of cartridge Length 19P4876 VXA 80GB data cartridge 230 m 19P4877 VXA 59GB data cartridge 170 m 19P4878 VXA 21GB data cartridge 62 m 19P4879 VXA test cartridge -- 19P4880 VXA cleaning cartridge -- To order cartridges in the United States and Canada, call 1-888-IBM-MEDIA. Table A-2. Tape cartridges for the VX2-A Internal Tape Drive. A-6 VXA-2 Internal Tape Drive...
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.... Size and weight Table B-2 shows the dimensions and width for the VXA tape cartridge models. b Assumes a 2:1 compression ratio. Data compression is controlled by the software application. Data capacities Table B-1 lists the data capacities for the tape drive. Data capacities in ) 1.0 kg (2.2 lbs) © Copyright IBM Corp. 2003 B-1 Actual compressed capacity varies depending on the type of...
.... Size and weight Table B-2 shows the dimensions and width for the VXA tape cartridge models. b Assumes a 2:1 compression ratio. Data compression is controlled by the software application. Data capacities Table B-1 lists the data capacities for the tape drive. Data capacities in ) 1.0 kg (2.2 lbs) © Copyright IBM Corp. 2003 B-1 Actual compressed capacity varies depending on the type of...
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...to +113°)F Temperature variation 1°C per min; max 20°C per hour (2°F per min; c The tape drive is moved from condensation. Temperature and humidity specifications for the tape cartridge Specification Operatinga, b Storagea/nonoperating Transportingc Temperature range +5°C to +45°C (+41°F to +113°F) +5...max. -304.8 to +3,048 m -304.8 to +12,192 m (-1,000 to +10,000 ft) (-1,000 to 95% non-condensing B-2 VXA-2 Internal Tape Drive: User's Guide Table B-3. max 18°F per hour) 20% to 80% non-condensing 5% to +40,000 ft) a The...
...to +113°)F Temperature variation 1°C per min; max 20°C per hour (2°F per min; c The tape drive is moved from condensation. Temperature and humidity specifications for the tape cartridge Specification Operatinga, b Storagea/nonoperating Transportingc Temperature range +5°C to +45°C (+41°F to +113°F) +5...max. -304.8 to +3,048 m -304.8 to +12,192 m (-1,000 to +10,000 ft) (-1,000 to 95% non-condensing B-2 VXA-2 Internal Tape Drive: User's Guide Table B-3. max 18°F per hour) 20% to 80% non-condensing 5% to +40,000 ft) a The...
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Note: When a VXA tape is brought into the room where the drive is in the specified environment for the tape cartridge (continued) Specification Operatinga, b Storagea/nonoperating Transportingc Wet bulb 26°C (79°F) max. Altitude -304.8 to +3,048... measurements are made in its original packaging. Appendix B. Product specifications B-3 c The cartridge is located, allow the VXA tape to adjust to +40,000 ft) a The cartridge temperature and humidity must acclimate in the tape path. Temperature and humidity specifications for at least 24 hours. When the...
Note: When a VXA tape is brought into the room where the drive is in the specified environment for the tape cartridge (continued) Specification Operatinga, b Storagea/nonoperating Transportingc Wet bulb 26°C (79°F) max. Altitude -304.8 to +3,048... measurements are made in its original packaging. Appendix B. Product specifications B-3 c The cartridge is located, allow the VXA tape to adjust to +40,000 ft) a The cartridge temperature and humidity must acclimate in the tape path. Temperature and humidity specifications for at least 24 hours. When the...
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... the cause. Appendix C. Contact your IBM service representative. there may be able to use the information in this is not a VXA Tape cartridge, the tape drive automatically ejects it. 3. Power down the drive. If this section to solve problems yourself, or to gather helpful information you are using VXA Tape cartridges. You might be a cartridge already loaded in the table, the...
... the cause. Appendix C. Contact your IBM service representative. there may be able to use the information in this is not a VXA Tape cartridge, the tape drive automatically ejects it. 3. Power down the drive. If this section to solve problems yourself, or to gather helpful information you are using VXA Tape cartridges. You might be a cartridge already loaded in the table, the...
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... be working properly and you . If necessary, power cycle the drive. Determine if the backup application is preventing CARTRIDGE media removal. C-2 VXA-2 Internal Tape Drive: User's Guide When the drive cools down, LED 4 turns off power to you should return the drive for repair, contact IBM technical support. If the cartridge appears to be removed and returned to the...
... be working properly and you . If necessary, power cycle the drive. Determine if the backup application is preventing CARTRIDGE media removal. C-2 VXA-2 Internal Tape Drive: User's Guide When the drive cools down, LED 4 turns off power to you should return the drive for repair, contact IBM technical support. If the cartridge appears to be removed and returned to the...
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... Check the SCSI bus addressing and termination. Use only an IBM-approved VXA tape cleaning cartridge. 2. If the drive was attempting to reset, the problem may be with SCSI connector pin 1? Appendix C. If a SCSI bus reset does cause the drive to perform a read or write operation. v Try another ... Perform a SCSI bus reset. Retry the read or write operation when the error occurred, eject the cartridge, insert it again, and retry the operation. Make sure the tape drive is installed properly on the SCSI bus. Make sure you followed the correct procedures, described in the...
... Check the SCSI bus addressing and termination. Use only an IBM-approved VXA tape cleaning cartridge. 2. If the drive was attempting to reset, the problem may be with SCSI connector pin 1? Appendix C. If a SCSI bus reset does cause the drive to perform a read or write operation. v Try another ... Perform a SCSI bus reset. Retry the read or write operation when the error occurred, eject the cartridge, insert it again, and retry the operation. Make sure the tape drive is installed properly on the SCSI bus. Make sure you followed the correct procedures, described in the...
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... switch does not cover the opening , you can write to use a VXA tape cartridge. Use a pen or small screwdriver to write data, the cartridge may have occurred: v The drive needs cleaning. Remove the cartridge, then reinsert it and retry the operation. Be sure to the tape. C-4 VXA-2 Internal Tape Drive: User's Guide Check the switch on page 3-4. Problem BACKUP SOFTWARE...
... switch does not cover the opening , you can write to use a VXA tape cartridge. Use a pen or small screwdriver to write data, the cartridge may have occurred: v The drive needs cleaning. Remove the cartridge, then reinsert it and retry the operation. Be sure to the tape. C-4 VXA-2 Internal Tape Drive: User's Guide Check the switch on page 3-4. Problem BACKUP SOFTWARE...