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... Smart) Tape SDLT (Super Digital Linear Tape) tape I Dell PowerVault DLT, VS, and SDLT Media Handbook Version 2.0 3 NOTE: This document will not cover DAT72, DDS4, LTO, and LTO2 tape technologies. 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. DLT1...
... Smart) Tape SDLT (Super Digital Linear Tape) tape I Dell PowerVault DLT, VS, and SDLT Media Handbook Version 2.0 3 NOTE: This document will not cover DAT72, DDS4, LTO, and LTO2 tape technologies. 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. DLT1...
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... VS80 VS160 Figure 1-6. 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 SDLT320 Capacity (native/compressed) 160 GB/320 GB Native Speed 57 GB/hr Primary Media SDLT tape I Table...
... VS80 VS160 Figure 1-6. 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 SDLT320 Capacity (native/compressed) 160 GB/320 GB Native Speed 57 GB/hr Primary Media SDLT tape I Table...
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... DLT8000 in DLT7000 and DLT8000 drives can read compatible with the SDL220 is inserted in the SDLT320 drive, the media light will come on • Tape ejects Reusing Type IV Media Formatted by DLT1 or VS80 drive. No warning is inserted into a drive: • Cleaning light comes on • Media ... to read Type IV media created by DLT4000. They can backward-read and write. SDLT320 drives can read Type IV media formatted by DLT4000 only. Dell PowerVault DLT, VS, and SDLT Media Handbook Version 2.0 5 VS160 Drives VS160 drives use Type IV media to read and write.
... DLT8000 in DLT7000 and DLT8000 drives can read compatible with the SDL220 is inserted in the SDLT320 drive, the media light will come on • Tape ejects Reusing Type IV Media Formatted by DLT1 or VS80 drive. No warning is inserted into a drive: • Cleaning light comes on • Media ... to read Type IV media created by DLT4000. They can backward-read and write. SDLT320 drives can read Type IV media formatted by DLT4000 only. Dell PowerVault DLT, VS, and SDLT Media Handbook Version 2.0 5 VS160 Drives VS160 drives use Type IV media to read and write.
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...However, for both Microsoft® Windows® and Linux platforms. 6 Dell PowerVault DLT, VS, and SDLT Media Handbook Version 2.0 It can also read Type ...Orange (220) LED blinks indicating that would indicate no data on . 2 The orange alert/media light illuminates and the tape is available for backward compatibility reasons, an SDLT320 Density Select Utility is in the drive. 6 No lights blink. The ...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* ...
...However, for both Microsoft® Windows® and Linux platforms. 6 Dell PowerVault DLT, VS, and SDLT Media Handbook Version 2.0 It can also read Type ...Orange (220) LED blinks indicating that would indicate no data on . 2 The orange alert/media light illuminates and the tape is available for backward compatibility reasons, an SDLT320 Density Select Utility is in the drive. 6 No lights blink. The ...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* ...
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... designed to clean a VS160 drive, but not recommended. 341-0118 20 times. User needs to track the number of times the tape is seen on the drive, or when troubleshooting. Tape or "VS80." Cleaning Considerations DLT tape drives do not use the same Type IV data media, they do not need periodic cleaning. Dell PowerVault DLT, VS, and...
... designed to clean a VS160 drive, but not recommended. 341-0118 20 times. User needs to track the number of times the tape is seen on the drive, or when troubleshooting. Tape or "VS80." Cleaning Considerations DLT tape drives do not use the same Type IV data media, they do not need periodic cleaning. Dell PowerVault DLT, VS, and...
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Cleaning Media Types Cleaning Media Figure 1-12. SDLT Cleaning Tape Physical Description Characteristics Part No Light gray in the drive or expired media is being used. 8 Dell PowerVault DLT, VS, and SDLT Media Handbook Version 2.0 Life Span Tracking 20 times. Table 1-5. Depending on the drive ... after tape eject, the cleaning tape may be exhausted. If so, try another cleaning tape. NOTE: Do not use . Cleaning Media Compatibility Cleaning Tape DLT4000 DLT7000 DLT8000 DLT1 Cleaning Tape III Yes Yes Yes No DLT1/VS Cleaning No No No Yes Tape VS160 Cleaning Tape No...
Cleaning Media Types Cleaning Media Figure 1-12. SDLT Cleaning Tape Physical Description Characteristics Part No Light gray in the drive or expired media is being used. 8 Dell PowerVault DLT, VS, and SDLT Media Handbook Version 2.0 Life Span Tracking 20 times. Table 1-5. Depending on the drive ... after tape eject, the cleaning tape may be exhausted. If so, try another cleaning tape. NOTE: Do not use . Cleaning Media Compatibility Cleaning Tape DLT4000 DLT7000 DLT8000 DLT1 Cleaning Tape III Yes Yes Yes No DLT1/VS Cleaning No No No Yes Tape VS160 Cleaning Tape No...
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...metal pin.) Reel Locks - Mechanical interconnect between the cartridge and the drive reel motor. 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 method to determine that proper tension of the cleaning... tape and discard after the recommended 20 uses. Cartridge Tape reel lock serial number leader door lock cartridge ...
...metal pin.) Reel Locks - Mechanical interconnect between the cartridge and the drive reel motor. 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 method to determine that proper tension of the cleaning... tape and discard after the recommended 20 uses. Cartridge Tape reel lock serial number leader door lock cartridge ...
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www.dell.com | support.dell.com Write Protect Switch - You can change the position of 30 years. DLT Tape and Super DLT Tape Media Write protected - DLT Tape VS1 and DLT VS160 Media Write protected indicator on top points to be reliable, robust, and durable. Media Care Guidelines DLTtape ..., 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 Figure 1-14. Orange indicator displayed. slide toward label. Figure 1-15. Prevents overwrite or erasure of...
www.dell.com | support.dell.com Write Protect Switch - You can change the position of 30 years. DLT Tape and Super DLT Tape Media Write protected - DLT Tape VS1 and DLT VS160 Media Write protected indicator on top points to be reliable, robust, and durable. Media Care Guidelines DLTtape ..., 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 Figure 1-14. Orange indicator displayed. slide toward label. Figure 1-15. Prevents overwrite or erasure of...
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... the drive. Store Media Vertically in storage container don't stick to a hard physical shock. • When a shipment of tapes shows any sign of cartridge, covering the hub. • Never touch the tape or tape leader. Dell PowerVault DLT, VS, and SDLT Media Handbook Version 2.0 11 Figure 1-16. Visual Media Inspection A visual media inspection is to be...
... the drive. Store Media Vertically in storage container don't stick to a hard physical shock. • When a shipment of tapes shows any sign of cartridge, covering the hub. • Never touch the tape or tape leader. Dell PowerVault DLT, VS, and SDLT Media Handbook Version 2.0 11 Figure 1-16. Visual Media Inspection A visual media inspection is to be...
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Gently shake the cartridge. DLTtape Leader Loop 12 Dell PowerVault DLT, VS, and SDLT Media Handbook Version 2.0 Figure 1-18. ...• DLTtape Cartridges: Check the height of the cartridge for chips, cracks, dents, or missing screws. DLT tape leader loop should snap into write-protected mode and write- It should be visible and undamaged. • ...Write Protect Switch: Move the switch. Ensure that could leave contamination, such as a pen or pencil. www.dell.com | support.dell.com Cartridge Inspection • Case: Inspect the case for cracks, chips, or signs of damage. •...
Gently shake the cartridge. DLTtape Leader Loop 12 Dell PowerVault DLT, VS, and SDLT Media Handbook Version 2.0 Figure 1-18. ...• DLTtape Cartridges: Check the height of the cartridge for chips, cracks, dents, or missing screws. DLT tape leader loop should snap into write-protected mode and write- It should be visible and undamaged. • ...Write Protect Switch: Move the switch. Ensure that could leave contamination, such as a pen or pencil. www.dell.com | support.dell.com Cartridge Inspection • Case: Inspect the case for cracks, chips, or signs of damage. •...
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Figure 1-21. Figure 1-22. Press the hub; it will spring back if operating properly. 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. SDLT Tape Latch The following graphic shows how the SDLT tape latches with the cartridge leader. 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
Figure 1-21. Figure 1-22. Press the hub; it will spring back if operating properly. 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. SDLT Tape Latch The following graphic shows how the SDLT tape latches with the cartridge leader. 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
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Type IV Media Engagement Cartridge Damage Examples Figure 1-24. Leader missing (swallowed cartridge leader or broken tape) Figure 1-25. Media wrapped too loosely (improper tension) Dell PowerVault DLT, VS, and SDLT Media Handbook Version 2.0 15 Figure 1-23. DLT Cartridge - Broken leader loop (not always this obvious) Figure 1-26. DLT Cartridge -
Type IV Media Engagement Cartridge Damage Examples Figure 1-24. Leader missing (swallowed cartridge leader or broken tape) Figure 1-25. Media wrapped too loosely (improper tension) Dell PowerVault DLT, VS, and SDLT Media Handbook Version 2.0 15 Figure 1-23. DLT Cartridge - Broken leader loop (not always this obvious) Figure 1-26. DLT Cartridge -
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...-in leader buckles. See Figure 1-29 to check the leader buckles on impact. Figure 1-28. www.dell.com | support.dell.com Figure 1-27. Also the bar is usually the HUB side of stress will pull the tape media further into the media cartridge and bend the leader buckles. Good SDLT Leader Buckles bar... on the media. SDLT Cartridge - Figure 1-28 shows a good cartridge. Note the plastic hooks resting on the cartridge wall. Note that gets more pulled. 16 Dell PowerVault DLT, VS, and SDLT Media Handbook Version 2.0
...-in leader buckles. See Figure 1-29 to check the leader buckles on impact. Figure 1-28. www.dell.com | support.dell.com Figure 1-27. Also the bar is usually the HUB side of stress will pull the tape media further into the media cartridge and bend the leader buckles. Good SDLT Leader Buckles bar... on the media. SDLT Cartridge - Figure 1-28 shows a good cartridge. Note the plastic hooks resting on the cartridge wall. Note that gets more pulled. 16 Dell PowerVault DLT, VS, and SDLT Media Handbook Version 2.0
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... to cause the tape drive to drop the leader when the drive tries to moisture or sunlight can deform or ruin media. 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, VS, and SDLT...
... to cause the tape drive to drop the leader when the drive tries to moisture or sunlight can deform or ruin media. 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, VS, and SDLT...
Dell PowerVault 110T DLT VS160 Tape Drive - User's Guide
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.../UG/index.htm[3/8/2013 11:46:09 AM] 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 Jumpers See the Dell Support website at support.dell.com if you require further help and assistance or to...
.../UG/index.htm[3/8/2013 11:46:09 AM] 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 Jumpers See the Dell Support website at support.dell.com if you require further help and assistance or to...
Dell PowerVault 110T DLT VS160 Tape Drive - User's Guide
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... to achieve fast data throughput and data access times. 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 Upgrades Front Panel Controls and Indicators Overview The Dell™ PowerVault™ 110T DLT VS160 Tape drive is a value-priced, high-reliability, high-capacity linear...
... to achieve fast data throughput and data access times. 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 Upgrades Front Panel Controls and Indicators Overview The Dell™ PowerVault™ 110T DLT VS160 Tape drive is a value-priced, high-reliability, high-capacity linear...
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...:///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 both the internal and external drives. Introduction: Dell PowerVault 110T DLT VS160 Tape Drive User's Guide Microsoft® Windows® 2000 and Windows® Server™...
...:///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 both the internal and external drives. Introduction: Dell PowerVault 110T DLT VS160 Tape Drive User's Guide Microsoft® Windows® 2000 and Windows® Server™...
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... LEDs. During POST, the following actions take several seconds. Ready LED When the PowerVault 110T DLT VS160 Tape drive is in use, the Ready LED indicates the three states detailed in the tape path As POST completes, the drive makes a slight buzzing noise for several minutes ...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] 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...
... LEDs. During POST, the following actions take several seconds. Ready LED When the PowerVault 110T DLT VS160 Tape drive is in use, the Ready LED indicates the three states detailed in the tape path As POST completes, the drive makes a slight buzzing noise for several minutes ...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] 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...
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... 18-21 21-24 24-27 27-30 30+ Normal unload/eject function Reserved Reserved Reserved Revert to normal operating mode Write/read diagnostic. Introduction: Dell PowerVault 110T DLT VS160 Tape Drive User's Guide Media Slow Blink (1x per second) On Unsupported format, or damaged or unsupported cartridge type inserted into drive DLT1 format DLTtape™...
... 18-21 21-24 24-27 27-30 30+ Normal unload/eject function Reserved Reserved Reserved Revert to normal operating mode Write/read diagnostic. Introduction: Dell PowerVault 110T DLT VS160 Tape Drive User's Guide Media Slow Blink (1x per second) On Unsupported format, or damaged or unsupported cartridge type inserted into drive DLT1 format DLTtape™...
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Back to Contents Page file:///C|/Users/rishi_sood/Desktop/Temp/MissingDocsPosted/110t_dlt/UG/intro.htm[3/8/2013 11:46:11 AM] Revert to Normal Operating Mode When you release the button, the drive performs a hard reset, behaving as if it had been turned off and then on. A standard POST then takes place. Introduction: Dell PowerVault 110T DLT VS160 Tape Drive User's Guide When you release the button, the drive returns to normal operation.
Back to Contents Page file:///C|/Users/rishi_sood/Desktop/Temp/MissingDocsPosted/110t_dlt/UG/intro.htm[3/8/2013 11:46:11 AM] Revert to Normal Operating Mode When you release the button, the drive performs a hard reset, behaving as if it had been turned off and then on. A standard POST then takes place. Introduction: Dell PowerVault 110T DLT VS160 Tape Drive User's Guide When you release the button, the drive returns to normal operation.