Media Handbook
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... describes the media compatibility, handling, and usage for the Dell™ PowerVault™ 110T DLT, SDLT 320/220, DLT1/VS80, and VS160. DLT Drive Types and Basic Characteristics Figure 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 Version 2.0 3 Drives and Media...
... describes the media compatibility, handling, and usage for the Dell™ PowerVault™ 110T DLT, SDLT 320/220, DLT1/VS80, and VS160. DLT Drive Types and Basic Characteristics Figure 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 Version 2.0 3 Drives and Media...
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...Primary Media Type Per Drive Part No DLT4000 DLT7000 DLT8000 DLT1 VS80 VS160 Figure 1-6. Type IV Media 3400444 Primary Primary Primary Primary Primary Read only* SDLT220 SDLT320 Read only Read only Figure 1-7. www.dell.com | support.dell.com Table 1-1. VS1 Media 341- SDLT Media 340- 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 DLT Drive Types and...
...Primary Media Type Per Drive Part No DLT4000 DLT7000 DLT8000 DLT1 VS80 VS160 Figure 1-6. Type IV Media 3400444 Primary Primary Primary Primary Primary Read only* SDLT220 SDLT320 Read only Read only Figure 1-7. www.dell.com | support.dell.com Table 1-1. VS1 Media 341- SDLT Media 340- 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 DLT Drive Types and...
Media Handbook
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... SDLT1 type media to read and write. See "Reusing Type IV Media Formatted by DLT4000. When media created with DLT 4000, DLT1, or VS80 drives. Dell PowerVault DLT, VS, and SDLT Media Handbook Version 2.0 5 VS160 drives can backwardread all Type IV media written with the SDLT220. SDLT320 and SDLT220 Drives SDLT320 and SDLT220 drives use...
... SDLT1 type media to read and write. See "Reusing Type IV Media Formatted by DLT4000. When media created with DLT 4000, DLT1, or VS80 drives. Dell PowerVault DLT, VS, and SDLT Media Handbook Version 2.0 5 VS160 drives can backwardread all Type IV media written with the SDLT220. SDLT320 and SDLT220 Drives SDLT320 and SDLT220 drives use...
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... the SDLT that a 220 formatted tape is available for both Microsoft® Windows® and Linux platforms. 6 Dell PowerVault DLT, VS, and SDLT Media Handbook Version 2.0 This software utility will be read by SDLT320 No6 Yes Yes Yes Yes...by DLT8000 No* Type IV written by DLT1 No Type IV written by VS80 No VS1 written by VS160 No SDLT1 written by SDLT220 No SDLT1 written by SDLT320 No Read by DLT7000 Yes Yes Yes No* ... Yes No No3 No3 Read by VS80 Yes Yes No2* No2* Yes Yes No No3 No3 Read by VS160 No2 No2 No2 No2 Yes1 Yes1 Yes No2 No2 Read by SDLT220 No6 Yes1 Yes1 Yes1 Yes1 Yes1 No...
... the SDLT that a 220 formatted tape is available for both Microsoft® Windows® and Linux platforms. 6 Dell PowerVault DLT, VS, and SDLT Media Handbook Version 2.0 This software utility will be read by SDLT320 No6 Yes Yes Yes Yes...by DLT8000 No* Type IV written by DLT1 No Type IV written by VS80 No VS1 written by VS160 No SDLT1 written by SDLT220 No SDLT1 written by SDLT320 No Read by DLT7000 Yes Yes Yes No* ... Yes No No3 No3 Read by VS80 Yes Yes No2* No2* Yes Yes No No3 No3 Read by VS160 No2 No2 No2 No2 Yes1 Yes1 Yes No2 No2 Read by SDLT220 No6 Yes1 Yes1 Yes1 Yes1 Yes1 No...
Media Handbook
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... in color and looks more designated "DLT1" like electromagnetic tape. 20 times. May be in color and may be used . "VS160 Cleaning Cartridge." Dell PowerVault DLT, VS, and SDLT Media Handbook Version 2.0 7 Although DLT 4000/7000/8000/DLT1 and VS80 drives use the same Type IV data media, they do not need periodic cleaning. User...
... in color and looks more designated "DLT1" like electromagnetic tape. 20 times. May be in color and may be used . "VS160 Cleaning Cartridge." Dell PowerVault DLT, VS, and SDLT Media Handbook Version 2.0 7 Although DLT 4000/7000/8000/DLT1 and VS80 drives use the same Type IV data media, they do not need periodic cleaning. User...
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... No No No Yes Exhausted Cleaning Media If a cleaning tape is being used. 8 Dell PowerVault DLT, VS, and SDLT Media Handbook Version 2.0 www.dell.com | support.dell.com Table 1-4. Tape." User must manually eject cartridge and discard it from future use VS160 cleaning media to determine that you are using the proper cleaning tape for 340...
... No No No Yes Exhausted Cleaning Media If a cleaning tape is being used. 8 Dell PowerVault DLT, VS, and SDLT Media Handbook Version 2.0 www.dell.com | support.dell.com Table 1-4. Tape." User must manually eject cartridge and discard it from future use VS160 cleaning media to determine that you are using the proper cleaning tape for 340...
Media Handbook
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When an expired cleaning tape is used . • DLT1/VS80 and VS160 drives, there is no effect on the check box label. It is the customer's responsibility to record usage of media is expired except to manually ... the drive reel motor. Media Handling Cartridge Features Figure 1-13. Cartridge Tape reel lock serial number leader door lock cartridge hub reel lock Cartridge Leader - Dell PowerVault DLT, VS, and SDLT Media Handbook Version 2.0 9
When an expired cleaning tape is used . • DLT1/VS80 and VS160 drives, there is no effect on the check box label. It is the customer's responsibility to record usage of media is expired except to manually ... the drive reel motor. Media Handling Cartridge Features Figure 1-13. Cartridge Tape reel lock serial number leader door lock cartridge hub reel lock Cartridge Leader - Dell PowerVault DLT, VS, and SDLT Media Handbook Version 2.0 9
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...from shock, vibration, moisture, and magnetic fields. • Keep media in protective cases and store vertically when not in use. 10 Dell PowerVault DLT, VS, and SDLT Media Handbook Version 2.0 Orange indicator displayed. Media Care Guidelines DLTtape cartridges are manufactured to withstand 1,000,000 passes, ...and have a shelf life of data. slide toward label. DLT Tape VS1 and DLT VS160 Media Write protected indicator on top points to be reliable, robust, and durable. Figure 1-14. Prevents overwrite or erasure...
...from shock, vibration, moisture, and magnetic fields. • Keep media in protective cases and store vertically when not in use. 10 Dell PowerVault DLT, VS, and SDLT Media Handbook Version 2.0 Orange indicator displayed. Media Care Guidelines DLTtape cartridges are manufactured to withstand 1,000,000 passes, ...and have a shelf life of data. slide toward label. DLT Tape VS1 and DLT VS160 Media Write protected indicator on top points to be reliable, robust, and durable. Figure 1-14. Prevents overwrite or erasure...
Media Handbook
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... a tape is loaded or changed. • When a tape cartridge is dropped or subject to bottom of shipping damage. • If the DLT, DLT VS or SDLT drive becomes inoperable after loading a tape. Using a pencil can introduce contaminants to the tape path. • Use caution so loose.... • Never touch the tape or tape leader. NOTE: The safety of your skin contaminate the tape and affect performance. Figure 1-17. Dell PowerVault DLT, VS, and SDLT Media Handbook Version 2.0 11 NOTE: If a drive error occurs, inspect the current and previous cartridge used in protective plastic...
... a tape is loaded or changed. • When a tape cartridge is dropped or subject to bottom of shipping damage. • If the DLT, DLT VS or SDLT drive becomes inoperable after loading a tape. Using a pencil can introduce contaminants to the tape path. • Use caution so loose.... • Never touch the tape or tape leader. NOTE: The safety of your skin contaminate the tape and affect performance. Figure 1-17. Dell PowerVault DLT, VS, and SDLT Media Handbook Version 2.0 11 NOTE: If a drive error occurs, inspect the current and previous cartridge used in protective plastic...
Media Handbook
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... for chips, cracks, dents, or missing screws. Ensure that the spring is moveable and that the door operates. DLTtape Leader Loop 12 Dell PowerVault DLT, VS, and SDLT Media Handbook Version 2.0 Figure 1-18. enabled mode. • Cartridge Leader: Gently inspect the cartridge leader to verify... that the Super DLTtape leader buckle aligns with cartridge edge and metal pin is sticking up approximately 3/16 inch or 4 mm. www.dell.com | support.dell.com Cartridge Inspection • Case: Inspect the case for cracks, chips, or signs of damage. • Cartridge: Inspect the exterior...
... for chips, cracks, dents, or missing screws. Ensure that the spring is moveable and that the door operates. DLTtape Leader Loop 12 Dell PowerVault DLT, VS, and SDLT Media Handbook Version 2.0 Figure 1-18. enabled mode. • Cartridge Leader: Gently inspect the cartridge leader to verify... that the Super DLTtape leader buckle aligns with cartridge edge and metal pin is sticking up approximately 3/16 inch or 4 mm. www.dell.com | support.dell.com Cartridge Inspection • Case: Inspect the case for cracks, chips, or signs of damage. • Cartridge: Inspect the exterior...
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Figure 1-20. Super DLTtape Leader Buckle • Reel Locks: Check that both reel locks are not visible, do not use the cartridge. The reel locks should spring back when released. Reel Locks Dell PowerVault DLT, VS, and SDLT Media Handbook Version 2.0 13 Figure 1-19. If the reel locks are visible. Verify operation using a small flat-blade screwdriver.
Figure 1-20. Super DLTtape Leader Buckle • Reel Locks: Check that both reel locks are not visible, do not use the cartridge. The reel locks should spring back when released. Reel Locks Dell PowerVault DLT, VS, and SDLT Media Handbook Version 2.0 13 Figure 1-19. If the reel locks are visible. Verify operation using a small flat-blade screwdriver.
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Figure 1-22. Press the hub; Figure 1-21. SDLT Tape Latch The following graphic shows how the SDLT tape latches with the cartridge leader. Cartridge Hub The following graphic shows how the loop on the Type IV media is engaged by the cartridge leader on the bottom of the cartridge is properly tensioned and centered. www.dell.com | support.dell.com • Cartridge Hub: Confirm That the spring-loaded hub on the DLT/VS80 drives. 14 Dell PowerVault DLT, VS, and SDLT Media Handbook Version 2.0 it will spring back if operating properly.
Figure 1-22. Press the hub; Figure 1-21. SDLT Tape Latch The following graphic shows how the SDLT tape latches with the cartridge leader. Cartridge Hub The following graphic shows how the loop on the Type IV media is engaged by the cartridge leader on the bottom of the cartridge is properly tensioned and centered. www.dell.com | support.dell.com • Cartridge Hub: Confirm That the spring-loaded hub on the DLT/VS80 drives. 14 Dell PowerVault DLT, VS, and SDLT Media Handbook Version 2.0 it will spring back if operating properly.
Media Handbook
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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 Broken leader loop (not always this obvious) Figure 1-26. Figure 1-23. Leader missing (swallowed cartridge leader or broken tape) Figure 1-25. DLT Cartridge -
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 Broken leader loop (not always this obvious) Figure 1-26. Figure 1-23. Leader missing (swallowed cartridge leader or broken tape) Figure 1-25. DLT Cartridge -
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This amount of the cartridge 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. Note the plastic hooks resting on the cartridge rails and bar parallel to check the leader buckles on the media. Note that ...
This amount of the cartridge 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. Note the plastic hooks resting on the cartridge rails and bar parallel to check the leader buckles on the media. Note that ...
Media Handbook
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... Storage Conditions (for one or more years) Temperature Between 64ºF and 79ºF (18ºC and 26ºC) Relative Humidity Between 40% and 60% Dell PowerVault DLT, VS, and SDLT Media Handbook Version 2.0 17 Table 1-6. Normal Storage Conditions (Nonarchival) Temperature • Between 61ºF and 90ºF (16ºC and 32º...
... Storage Conditions (for one or more years) Temperature Between 64ºF and 79ºF (18ºC and 26ºC) Relative Humidity Between 40% and 60% Dell PowerVault DLT, VS, and SDLT Media Handbook Version 2.0 17 Table 1-6. Normal Storage Conditions (Nonarchival) Temperature • Between 61ºF and 90ºF (16ºC and 32º...
Media Handbook
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... example, speakers, monitors, electric motors, power supplies, and so forth). • Use a cartridge that fell from 3 ft or higher. 18 Dell PowerVault DLT, VS, and SDLT Media Handbook Version 2.0 www.dell.com | support.dell.com Media Do's and Do Not's The following should be done when handling media. • Touch the media or leader with...
... example, speakers, monitors, electric motors, power supplies, and so forth). • Use a cartridge that fell from 3 ft or higher. 18 Dell PowerVault DLT, VS, and SDLT Media Handbook Version 2.0 www.dell.com | support.dell.com Media Do's and Do Not's The following should be done when handling media. • Touch the media or leader with...
Dell PowerVault 110T DLT VS160 Tape Drive - User's Guide
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... data and tells you how to avoid the problem. Reproduction in any proprietary interest in this document or as a separate document. Contents: Dell PowerVault 110T DLT VS160 Tape Drive User's Guide Dell™ PowerVault™ 110T DLT VS160 Tape Drive User's Guide Introduction Getting Started and Setup Using the Tape Drive Using the Tape Backup Software Troubleshooting Specifications Drive Connectors...
... data and tells you how to avoid the problem. Reproduction in any proprietary interest in this document or as a separate document. Contents: Dell PowerVault 110T DLT VS160 Tape Drive User's Guide Dell™ PowerVault™ 110T DLT VS160 Tape Drive User's Guide Introduction Getting Started and Setup Using the Tape Drive Using the Tape Backup Software Troubleshooting Specifications Drive Connectors...
Dell PowerVault 110T DLT VS160 Tape Drive - User's Guide
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... obtain the latest operating system drivers and/or firmware upgrades, see the Dell Support website at support.dell.com. The PowerVault 110T DLT VS160 Tape drive is read/write-compatible the DLT VS160 format using DLTtape VS1 cartridges and read compatible with any wide-ultra,...use on the data set , which determines the actual compression ratio. Introduction: Dell PowerVault 110T DLT VS160 Tape Drive User's Guide Back to Contents Page Introduction: Dell™ PowerVault™ 110T DLT VS160 Tape Drive User's Guide Overview Features Tape Backup Software Obtaining Drivers and Firmware ...
... obtain the latest operating system drivers and/or firmware upgrades, see the Dell Support website at support.dell.com. The PowerVault 110T DLT VS160 Tape drive is read/write-compatible the DLT VS160 format using DLTtape VS1 cartridges and read compatible with any wide-ultra,...use on the data set , which determines the actual compression ratio. Introduction: Dell PowerVault 110T DLT VS160 Tape Drive User's Guide Back to Contents Page Introduction: Dell™ PowerVault™ 110T DLT VS160 Tape Drive User's Guide Overview Features Tape Backup Software Obtaining Drivers and Firmware ...
Dell PowerVault 110T DLT VS160 Tape Drive - User's Guide
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...Dell PowerVault 110T DLT VS160 Tape Drive User's Guide Microsoft® Windows® 2000 and Windows® Server™ 2003: QSDLT32.SYS Native Operating System Backup Utilities Microsoft® Windows® 2000 and Windows® Server™ 2003 Windows Backup Red Hat Linux versions 7.3 and 8.0 and 9.0 Tar Tape Backup Applications NOTICE: See the Dell... (POST) file:///C|/Users/rishi_sood/Desktop/Temp/MissingDocsPosted/110t_dlt/UG/intro.htm[3/8/2013 11:46:11 AM] PowerVault 110T DLT VS160 Tape drive front panel NOTE: The front panel controls and indicators are in the same locations on ...
...Dell PowerVault 110T DLT VS160 Tape Drive User's Guide Microsoft® Windows® 2000 and Windows® Server™ 2003: QSDLT32.SYS Native Operating System Backup Utilities Microsoft® Windows® 2000 and Windows® Server™ 2003 Windows Backup Red Hat Linux versions 7.3 and 8.0 and 9.0 Tar Tape Backup Applications NOTICE: See the Dell... (POST) file:///C|/Users/rishi_sood/Desktop/Temp/MissingDocsPosted/110t_dlt/UG/intro.htm[3/8/2013 11:46:11 AM] PowerVault 110T DLT VS160 Tape drive front panel NOTE: The front panel controls and indicators are in the same locations on ...
Dell PowerVault 110T DLT VS160 Tape Drive - User's Guide
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Introduction: Dell PowerVault 110T DLT VS160 Tape Drive User's Guide Every time you turn off momentarily If a cartridge is not loaded, the Ready LED illuminates and POST is complete, the entire ... detailed in progress On Cleaning required file:///C|/Users/rishi_sood/Desktop/Temp/MissingDocsPosted/110t_dlt/UG/intro.htm[3/8/2013 11:46:11 AM] Ready LED When the PowerVault 110T DLT VS160 Tape drive is loaded, both the Fault and Clean LEDs blink slowly. Table 2. During POST, the following actions take several seconds. Table 1. This test ensures...
Introduction: Dell PowerVault 110T DLT VS160 Tape Drive User's Guide Every time you turn off momentarily If a cartridge is not loaded, the Ready LED illuminates and POST is complete, the entire ... detailed in progress On Cleaning required file:///C|/Users/rishi_sood/Desktop/Temp/MissingDocsPosted/110t_dlt/UG/intro.htm[3/8/2013 11:46:11 AM] Ready LED When the PowerVault 110T DLT VS160 Tape drive is loaded, both the Fault and Clean LEDs blink slowly. Table 2. During POST, the following actions take several seconds. Table 1. This test ensures...