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...GB Native Speed 10.8 GB/hr Primary Media DLT (Digital Linear Tape) Type IV Figure 1-2. DLT Drive Types and Basic Characteristics Figure 1-1. Introduction This document describes the media compatibility, handling, and usage for the Dell™ PowerVault™ 110T DLT, SDLT 320/220, DLT1/VS80, and VS160...DAT72, DDS4, LTO, and LTO2 tape technologies. VS80 40 GB/80 GB 10.8 GB/hr DLT Type IV Figure 1-3. Drives and Media Table 1-1. SDLT220 110 GB/220 GB 39 GB/hr VS1 (Value Smart) Tape SDLT (Super Digital Linear Tape) tape I Dell PowerVault DLT, VS, and SDLT Media Handbook ...
...GB Native Speed 10.8 GB/hr Primary Media DLT (Digital Linear Tape) Type IV Figure 1-2. DLT Drive Types and Basic Characteristics Figure 1-1. Introduction This document describes the media compatibility, handling, and usage for the Dell™ PowerVault™ 110T DLT, SDLT 320/220, DLT1/VS80, and VS160...DAT72, DDS4, LTO, and LTO2 tape technologies. VS80 40 GB/80 GB 10.8 GB/hr DLT Type IV Figure 1-3. Drives and Media Table 1-1. SDLT220 110 GB/220 GB 39 GB/hr VS1 (Value Smart) Tape SDLT (Super Digital Linear Tape) tape I Dell PowerVault DLT, VS, and SDLT Media Handbook ...
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... 1-1. No No No No No No 7844 Primary Primary * Can only read media if it was formatted with a VS80 or DLT1 drive 4 Dell PowerVault DLT, VS, and SDLT Media Handbook Version 2.0 No No No No No Primary No No 0117 Figure 1-8. SDLT320 Capacity (native/compressed) ...160 GB/320 GB Native Speed 57 GB/hr Primary Media SDLT tape I Table 1-2. Primary Media Type Per Drive Part No DLT4000 DLT7000 DLT8000 DLT1 VS80 VS160 Figure 1-6. VS1 Media 341- SDLT Media 340- DLT Drive Types and Basic Characteristics Figure 1-5. Type IV Media 3400444 Primary Primary Primary...
... 1-1. No No No No No No 7844 Primary Primary * Can only read media if it was formatted with a VS80 or DLT1 drive 4 Dell PowerVault DLT, VS, and SDLT Media Handbook Version 2.0 No No No No No Primary No No 0117 Figure 1-8. SDLT320 Capacity (native/compressed) ...160 GB/320 GB Native Speed 57 GB/hr Primary Media SDLT tape I Table 1-2. Primary Media Type Per Drive Part No DLT4000 DLT7000 DLT8000 DLT1 VS80 VS160 Figure 1-6. VS1 Media 341- SDLT Media 340- DLT Drive Types and Basic Characteristics Figure 1-5. Type IV Media 3400444 Primary Primary Primary...
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... They cannot read compatible with the SDL220 is given from the drive, but backup software will be automatically ejected from the drive. VS160 drives can backward-read and write. Otherwise the media will come on • Tape ejects Reusing Type IV Media Formatted by DLT7000 or DLT8000 in... created with DLT 4000, DLT1, or VS80 drives. SDLT220 cannot read Type IV media only if the media was originally used in the VS160 drive, the media light will flash and media will indicate bad media. NOTE: Always label where media was formatted by SDLT320. Dell PowerVault DLT, VS, and...
... They cannot read compatible with the SDL220 is given from the drive, but backup software will be automatically ejected from the drive. VS160 drives can backward-read and write. Otherwise the media will come on • Tape ejects Reusing Type IV Media Formatted by DLT7000 or DLT8000 in... created with DLT 4000, DLT1, or VS80 drives. SDLT220 cannot read Type IV media only if the media was originally used in the VS160 drive, the media light will flash and media will indicate bad media. NOTE: Always label where media was formatted by SDLT320. Dell PowerVault DLT, VS, and...
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... No Yes No4** Read by DLT4000, DLT1, and VS80 if density 20.0 is selected on tape. * Under default settings the DLT 7000 and DLT8000 drives write to tape in their default density. 70 GB 2:1 compressed and 80 GB 2:1 compressed respectively. Backup software shows...Dell PowerVault DLT, VS, and SDLT Media Handbook Version 2.0 This software utility will be read by SDLT320 No6 Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes No Yes5 Yes NOTE: In Table 1-3, the media types formatted in underlines can read and write Type IV media only. www.dell.com | support.dell.com Table 1-3. The drive automatically ejects the tape...
... No Yes No4** Read by DLT4000, DLT1, and VS80 if density 20.0 is selected on tape. * Under default settings the DLT 7000 and DLT8000 drives write to tape in their default density. 70 GB 2:1 compressed and 80 GB 2:1 compressed respectively. Backup software shows...Dell PowerVault DLT, VS, and SDLT Media Handbook Version 2.0 This software utility will be read by SDLT320 No6 Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes No Yes5 Yes NOTE: In Table 1-3, the media types formatted in underlines can read and write Type IV media only. www.dell.com | support.dell.com Table 1-3. The drive automatically ejects the tape...
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... and looks more designated "DLT1" like standard black labeled "DLT media tape. NOTE: Dell does not sell this media. "VS160 Cleaning Cartridge." Figure 1-10. Cleaning Considerations DLT tape drives do not use the same Type IV data media, they do not need periodic cleaning. Although DLT 4000/7000/8000/DLT1 and VS80 drives use the same cleaning tape. Cleaning Tape III."
... and looks more designated "DLT1" like standard black labeled "DLT media tape. NOTE: Dell does not sell this media. "VS160 Cleaning Cartridge." Figure 1-10. Cleaning Considerations DLT tape drives do not use the same Type IV data media, they do not need periodic cleaning. Although DLT 4000/7000/8000/DLT1 and VS80 drives use the same cleaning tape. Cleaning Tape III."
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...light will go off and the drive will stay on after tape eject, the cleaning tape may be exhausted. Table 1-5. If so, try another cleaning tape. Cleaning Media Types Cleaning Media Figure 1-12. If expired cleaning media is being used. 8 Dell PowerVault DLT, VS, and SDLT Media Handbook ...Version 2.0 See the following to clean SDLT drives. Depending on the drive model, if the light does not go ...
...light will go off and the drive will stay on after tape eject, the cleaning tape may be exhausted. Table 1-5. If so, try another cleaning tape. Cleaning Media Types Cleaning Media Figure 1-12. If expired cleaning media is being used. 8 Dell PowerVault DLT, VS, and SDLT Media Handbook ...Version 2.0 See the following to clean SDLT drives. Depending on the drive model, if the light does not go ...
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...in a: • DLT4000/DLT7000 drive, the tape is ejected and the cleaning light stays on. • SDLT220/SDLT320 drive, the tape is not ejected and the cleaning light goes out the 20th time (last) the tape is used in a drive (ensures that the cleaning tape is expired except to manually note...the drive reel motor. It is the customer's responsibility to determine that proper tension of the cleaning tape and discard after the recommended 20 uses. When an expired cleaning tape is used . • DLT1/VS80 and VS160 drives, there is no effect on the check box label. Dell PowerVault DLT, ...
...in a: • DLT4000/DLT7000 drive, the tape is ejected and the cleaning light stays on. • SDLT220/SDLT320 drive, the tape is not ejected and the cleaning light goes out the 20th time (last) the tape is used in a drive (ensures that the cleaning tape is expired except to manually note...the drive reel motor. It is the customer's responsibility to determine that proper tension of the cleaning tape and discard after the recommended 20 uses. When an expired cleaning tape is used . • DLT1/VS80 and VS160 drives, there is no effect on the check box label. Dell PowerVault DLT, ...
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... engineered to be reliable, robust, and durable. www.dell.com | support.dell.com Write Protect Switch - You can change the position of data. Media Care Guidelines DLTtape cartridges are manufactured to closed lock. DLT Tape and Super DLT Tape Media Write protected - Orange indicator displayed. Figure 1-15... cases and store vertically when not in use. 10 Dell PowerVault DLT, VS, and SDLT Media Handbook Version 2.0 Prevents overwrite or erasure of the write protect switch at any time. DLT Tape VS1 and DLT VS160 Media Write protected indicator on top points to withstand...
... engineered to be reliable, robust, and durable. www.dell.com | support.dell.com Write Protect Switch - You can change the position of data. Media Care Guidelines DLTtape cartridges are manufactured to closed lock. DLT Tape and Super DLT Tape Media Write protected - Orange indicator displayed. Figure 1-15... cases and store vertically when not in use. 10 Dell PowerVault DLT, VS, and SDLT Media Handbook Version 2.0 Prevents overwrite or erasure of the write protect switch at any time. DLT Tape VS1 and DLT VS160 Media Write protected indicator on top points to withstand...
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... shock. • When a shipment of tapes shows any sign of your skin contaminate the tape and affect performance. Dell PowerVault DLT, VS, and SDLT Media Handbook Version 2.0 11 NOTE: The safety of shipping damage. • If the DLT, DLT VS or SDLT drive becomes inoperable after loading a tape. Figure 1-17. NOTE: If a drive error occurs, inspect the current and...
... shock. • When a shipment of tapes shows any sign of your skin contaminate the tape and affect performance. Dell PowerVault DLT, VS, and SDLT Media Handbook Version 2.0 11 NOTE: The safety of shipping damage. • If the DLT, DLT VS or SDLT drive becomes inoperable after loading a tape. Figure 1-17. NOTE: If a drive error occurs, inspect the current and...
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DLTtape Leader Loop 12 Dell PowerVault DLT, VS, and SDLT Media Handbook Version 2.0 Ensure that could leave contamination, such as a pen or pencil. enabled mode. • Cartridge Leader: Gently inspect the cartridge ... 4 mm. NOTE: When inspecting the cartridge leader do not use anything that the door operates. DLT tape leader loop should snap into write-protected mode and write- Listen for chips, cracks, dents, or missing screws. www.dell.com | support.dell.com Cartridge Inspection • Case: Inspect the case for cracks, chips, or signs of...
DLTtape Leader Loop 12 Dell PowerVault DLT, VS, and SDLT Media Handbook Version 2.0 Ensure that could leave contamination, such as a pen or pencil. enabled mode. • Cartridge Leader: Gently inspect the cartridge ... 4 mm. NOTE: When inspecting the cartridge leader do not use anything that the door operates. DLT tape leader loop should snap into write-protected mode and write- Listen for chips, cracks, dents, or missing screws. www.dell.com | support.dell.com Cartridge Inspection • Case: Inspect the case for cracks, chips, or signs of...
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Figure 1-21. Press the hub; Cartridge Hub The following graphic shows how the loop on the DLT/VS80 drives. 14 Dell PowerVault DLT, VS, and SDLT Media Handbook Version 2.0 Figure 1-22. SDLT Tape Latch The following graphic shows how the SDLT tape latches with the cartridge leader. it will spring back if operating properly. www.dell.com | support.dell.com • Cartridge Hub: Confirm That the spring-loaded hub on the bottom of the cartridge is engaged by the cartridge leader on the Type IV media is properly tensioned and centered.
Figure 1-21. Press the hub; Cartridge Hub The following graphic shows how the loop on the DLT/VS80 drives. 14 Dell PowerVault DLT, VS, and SDLT Media Handbook Version 2.0 Figure 1-22. SDLT Tape Latch The following graphic shows how the SDLT tape latches with the cartridge leader. it will spring back if operating properly. www.dell.com | support.dell.com • Cartridge Hub: Confirm That the spring-loaded hub on the bottom of the cartridge is engaged by the cartridge leader on the Type IV media is properly tensioned and centered.
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Leader missing (swallowed cartridge leader or broken tape) Figure 1-25. Type IV Media Engagement Cartridge Damage Examples Figure 1-24. DLT Cartridge - Media wrapped too loosely (improper tension) Dell PowerVault DLT, VS, and SDLT Media Handbook Version 2.0 15 Figure 1-23. Broken leader loop (not always this obvious) Figure 1-26. DLT Cartridge -
Leader missing (swallowed cartridge leader or broken tape) Figure 1-25. Type IV Media Engagement Cartridge Damage Examples Figure 1-24. DLT Cartridge - Media wrapped too loosely (improper tension) Dell PowerVault DLT, VS, and SDLT Media Handbook Version 2.0 15 Figure 1-23. Broken leader loop (not always this obvious) Figure 1-26. DLT Cartridge -
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... the bar is usually the HUB side of stress will pull the tape media further into the media cartridge and bend the leader buckles. Note that gets more pulled. 16 Dell PowerVault DLT, VS, and SDLT Media Handbook Version 2.0 www.dell.com | support.dell.com Figure 1-27. It is not parallel to the cartridge. Bent...
... the bar is usually the HUB side of stress will pull the tape media further into the media cartridge and bend the leader buckles. Note that gets more pulled. 16 Dell PowerVault DLT, VS, and SDLT Media Handbook Version 2.0 www.dell.com | support.dell.com Figure 1-27. It is not parallel to the cartridge. Bent...
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.... SDLT Bent-In Leader Buckles bar hooks Media with bent-in leader buckles have been known to cause the tape drive to drop the leader when the drive tries to moisture or sunlight can deform or ruin media. Cartridge Storage When storing cartridge, avoid moisture and direct... sunlight. Archival Storage Conditions (for one or more years) Temperature Between 64ºF and 79ºF (18ºC and 26ºC) Relative Humidity Between 40% and 60% Dell PowerVault DLT...
.... SDLT Bent-In Leader Buckles bar hooks Media with bent-in leader buckles have been known to cause the tape drive to drop the leader when the drive tries to moisture or sunlight can deform or ruin media. Cartridge Storage When storing cartridge, avoid moisture and direct... sunlight. Archival Storage Conditions (for one or more years) Temperature Between 64ºF and 79ºF (18ºC and 26ºC) Relative Humidity Between 40% and 60% Dell PowerVault DLT...