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This document does not cover DAT72, DDS4, LTO, LTO2, and LTO3 Tape technologies. Table 1 shows the basic characteristics of the drives. Dell DLT, VS and SDLT Media Handbook Page 7 2 Introduction This document describes the media compatibility, handling and usage for the Dell™ PowerVault™ 110T DLT, SDLT 320/220, DLT1/VS80 and VS160.
This document does not cover DAT72, DDS4, LTO, LTO2, and LTO3 Tape technologies. Table 1 shows the basic characteristics of the drives. Dell DLT, VS and SDLT Media Handbook Page 7 2 Introduction This document describes the media compatibility, handling and usage for the Dell™ PowerVault™ 110T DLT, SDLT 320/220, DLT1/VS80 and VS160.
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...Dell DLT, VS and SDLT Media Handbook Page 8 3 Drives and Media Figure 1 DLT1 Figure 2 VS80 Figure 3 VS160 Figure 4 SDLT220 Figure 5 SDLT320 Capacity (native/compressed) Native Speed Primary Media 40GB/80GB 40GB/80GB 80GB/160GB 110GB/220GB 10.8GB/hr DLT Type IV 10.8 GB/hr DLT Type IV 28.8GB/hr VS1 Tape Table 1 DLT Drive... Types and Basic Characteristics 39GB/hr SDLTtape I 160GB/320GB 57GB/hr SDLTtape I Part No. DLT4000 DLT7000 DLT8000 DLT1 VS80 VS160 SDLT220 SDLT320 Figure 6 ...
...Dell DLT, VS and SDLT Media Handbook Page 8 3 Drives and Media Figure 1 DLT1 Figure 2 VS80 Figure 3 VS160 Figure 4 SDLT220 Figure 5 SDLT320 Capacity (native/compressed) Native Speed Primary Media 40GB/80GB 40GB/80GB 80GB/160GB 110GB/220GB 10.8GB/hr DLT Type IV 10.8 GB/hr DLT Type IV 28.8GB/hr VS1 Tape Table 1 DLT Drive... Types and Basic Characteristics 39GB/hr SDLTtape I 160GB/320GB 57GB/hr SDLTtape I Part No. DLT4000 DLT7000 DLT8000 DLT1 VS80 VS160 SDLT220 SDLT320 Figure 6 ...
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... for read and write • Can backward read all Type IV media written with DLT (DLT4000, DLT7000, DLT8000, DLT1 and VS80) drives • SDLT320 can read media created with original use and formatting information Dell DLT, VS and SDLT Media Handbook Page 9 Invalid Media Symptoms - what the drive sees as a write-protected tape and is , however, readable.
... for read and write • Can backward read all Type IV media written with DLT (DLT4000, DLT7000, DLT8000, DLT1 and VS80) drives • SDLT320 can read media created with original use and formatting information Dell DLT, VS and SDLT Media Handbook Page 9 Invalid Media Symptoms - what the drive sees as a write-protected tape and is , however, readable.
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...that a 220-formatted tape is in DLT4000, DLT1, and VS80 if density 20.0 is selected on the front panel of the drive prior to writing to the tape media. ** Density selection is cycled on . 2 - The drive automatically ejects the tape 4 - No lights blink. The tape does not eject. Orange.... Dell DLT, VS and SDLT Media Handbook Page 10 The utility is available for backward compatibility reasons, an SDLT320 Density Select Utility is no data on Quantum's website in an SDLT220 format. Tapes written by VS or DLT1 drives. 1 - See chart for format limitations. __ Drives in...
...that a 220-formatted tape is in DLT4000, DLT1, and VS80 if density 20.0 is selected on the front panel of the drive prior to writing to the tape media. ** Density selection is cycled on . 2 - The drive automatically ejects the tape 4 - No lights blink. The tape does not eject. Orange.... Dell DLT, VS and SDLT Media Handbook Page 10 The utility is available for backward compatibility reasons, an SDLT320 Density Select Utility is no data on Quantum's website in an SDLT220 format. Tapes written by VS or DLT1 drives. 1 - See chart for format limitations. __ Drives in...
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... light in color and Drives. 4 Cleaning Considerations Although DLT4000/7000/8000/DLT1 and VS80 drives use the same Type IV data media, they DO NOT all use the same cleaning tape. • DLT tape drives do not need periodic cleaning. • Only clean DLT tape drives when a request is ...Media Compatibility 20 Uses Tape keeps track Dell DLT, VS and SDLT Media Handbook Page 11 Figure 9 Cleaning Tape Figure 10 DLT/VS III Cleaning Tape Figure 11 VS160 Cleaning Tape Figure 12 SDLT Cleaning Tape Physical Description Typically cream colored and labeled "DLT Cleaning Tape III". Light grey ...
... light in color and Drives. 4 Cleaning Considerations Although DLT4000/7000/8000/DLT1 and VS80 drives use the same Type IV data media, they DO NOT all use the same cleaning tape. • DLT tape drives do not need periodic cleaning. • Only clean DLT tape drives when a request is ...Media Compatibility 20 Uses Tape keeps track Dell DLT, VS and SDLT Media Handbook Page 11 Figure 9 Cleaning Tape Figure 10 DLT/VS III Cleaning Tape Figure 11 VS160 Cleaning Tape Figure 12 SDLT Cleaning Tape Physical Description Typically cream colored and labeled "DLT Cleaning Tape III". Light grey ...
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... that the cleaning tape is inserted into a DLT/SDLT drive and the light remains on after the tape ejects, this indicates that you are using the proper cleaning tape for your drive type. It is inserted then there may be a hardware fault in the drive. Depending on the model drive, if the light...label. Table 5 Symptoms of the Cleaning Tape and discard after the recommended 20 uses. Refer to Table 5 to ensure that the cleaning tape may be exhausted. If so, try a new cleaning tape. Dell DLT, VS and SDLT Media Handbook Page 12 With DLT1/VS80 and VS160 there is no effect on head...
... that the cleaning tape is inserted into a DLT/SDLT drive and the light remains on after the tape ejects, this indicates that you are using the proper cleaning tape for your drive type. It is inserted then there may be a hardware fault in the drive. Depending on the model drive, if the light...label. Table 5 Symptoms of the Cleaning Tape and discard after the recommended 20 uses. Refer to Table 5 to ensure that the cleaning tape may be exhausted. If so, try a new cleaning tape. Dell DLT, VS and SDLT Media Handbook Page 12 With DLT1/VS80 and VS160 there is no effect on head...
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.... Write in use adhesive labels or Post-it into the drive. For best results, follow these guidelines for media care: Protect cartridges from your skin contaminate the tape and affect performance. Figure 16 Media Care Dell DLT, VS and SDLT Media Handbook Page 15 Media Care Guidelines ...DLTtape cartridges are manufactured to prevent labels from accidently covering the hub Never touch the tape or tape leader. Keep media in protective...
.... Write in use adhesive labels or Post-it into the drive. For best results, follow these guidelines for media care: Protect cartridges from your skin contaminate the tape and affect performance. Figure 16 Media Care Dell DLT, VS and SDLT Media Handbook Page 15 Media Care Guidelines ...DLTtape cartridges are manufactured to prevent labels from accidently covering the hub Never touch the tape or tape leader. Keep media in protective...
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... Label Placement Figure 18 Proper Barcode Placement Dell DLT, VS and SDLT Media Handbook Page 16 Labels clinging to improper labeling, follow these guidelines for proper application of static or humidity can be introduced into the label slot on your cartridges. To decrease the chance of a tape drive failure due to the cartridge because... the cartridge. Placing anywhere other than this label slot may result in the storage box. These are non-adhesive labels and are designed to the tape drive. Never use adhesive-based labels on the front of labels in damage to slide into the...
... Label Placement Figure 18 Proper Barcode Placement Dell DLT, VS and SDLT Media Handbook Page 16 Labels clinging to improper labeling, follow these guidelines for proper application of static or humidity can be introduced into the label slot on your cartridges. To decrease the chance of a tape drive failure due to the cartridge because... the cartridge. Placing anywhere other than this label slot may result in the storage box. These are non-adhesive labels and are designed to the tape drive. Never use adhesive-based labels on the front of labels in damage to slide into the...
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...o DLTtape cartridges: Check the height of shipping damage If the DLT, DLT VS or SDLT drive becomes inoperable after loading a tape ! Verify operation using a small flat-blade screwdriver. It should ...spring back when released. Visual Media Inspection When to perform a visual inspection Best practices: Each time a tape is loaded or changed When a tape cartridge is present. Listen for chips, cracks, dents, or missing screws. Figure 19 Media Inspection 1 Dell DLT...
...o DLTtape cartridges: Check the height of shipping damage If the DLT, DLT VS or SDLT drive becomes inoperable after loading a tape ! Verify operation using a small flat-blade screwdriver. It should ...spring back when released. Visual Media Inspection When to perform a visual inspection Best practices: Each time a tape is loaded or changed When a tape cartridge is present. Listen for chips, cracks, dents, or missing screws. Figure 19 Media Inspection 1 Dell DLT...
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Dell DLT, VS and SDLT Media Handbook Page 21 Refer to Figure 30 to check the leader buckles on the media. SDLT Media When inspecting an SDLT media cartridge refer to the following diagrams to identify bentin leader buckles. This stress can cause the tape drive to drop the leader when trying to the spring... bend the leader buckles. Figure 29 shows a good cartridge. Figure 30 SDLT Bent-In Leader Buckles Media with bent-in leader buckles can pull the tape media further into the take-up reel.
Dell DLT, VS and SDLT Media Handbook Page 21 Refer to Figure 30 to check the leader buckles on the media. SDLT Media When inspecting an SDLT media cartridge refer to the following diagrams to identify bentin leader buckles. This stress can cause the tape drive to drop the leader when trying to the spring... bend the leader buckles. Figure 29 shows a good cartridge. Figure 30 SDLT Bent-In Leader Buckles Media with bent-in leader buckles can pull the tape media further into the take-up reel.
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This allows tapes to powering down the drive Allow a 24-hour conditioning period before using new or stored cartridges. or higher Dell DLT, VS and SDLT Media Handbook Page 23 Do Not Touch the media or leader with great care Store cartridges vertically Align cartridges so the... grooves interlock Inspect cartridges prior to each use Unload cartridges prior to reach the same operating temperature and humidity level as the drive. Media...
This allows tapes to powering down the drive Allow a 24-hour conditioning period before using new or stored cartridges. or higher Dell DLT, VS and SDLT Media Handbook Page 23 Do Not Touch the media or leader with great care Store cartridges vertically Align cartridges so the... grooves interlock Inspect cartridges prior to each use Unload cartridges prior to reach the same operating temperature and humidity level as the drive. Media...
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6 DPM and Tape Devices 41 Installing Tape Drives and Tape Libraries 41 Using DPM with Tape Drives and Tape Libraries . . . . 41 7 Installing Dell OpenManage™ Server Administrator 43 Overview 43 Installing Server Administrator 43 8 Updating Software 45 Updating Your PowerVault System 45 Using the Server Update Utility 45 Using Dell Update Packages 45 Updating Your Operating System 45 Updating DPM 45...
6 DPM and Tape Devices 41 Installing Tape Drives and Tape Libraries 41 Using DPM with Tape Drives and Tape Libraries . . . . 41 7 Installing Dell OpenManage™ Server Administrator 43 Overview 43 Installing Server Administrator 43 8 Updating Software 45 Updating Your PowerVault System 45 Using the Server Update Utility 45 Using Dell Update Packages 45 Updating Your Operating System 45 Updating DPM 45...
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... document also contains information on how to manage tape libraries and stand-alone tape drives attached to the Microsoft System Center Data Protection Manager 2007 server. DPM and Tape Devices The PowerVault Data Protection Solution supports disk-to-tape backup of supported tape drives, autoloaders and libraries. Using DPM with Tape Drives and Tape Libraries Refer to DPM. Refer to "Backup...
... document also contains information on how to manage tape libraries and stand-alone tape drives attached to the Microsoft System Center Data Protection Manager 2007 server. DPM and Tape Devices The PowerVault Data Protection Solution supports disk-to-tape backup of supported tape drives, autoloaders and libraries. Using DPM with Tape Drives and Tape Libraries Refer to DPM. Refer to "Backup...