Media Handbook
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... rights reserved. Microsoft and Windows are trademarks of your computer. disclaims any manner whatsoever without notice. © 2005 Dell Inc. Notes, Notices, and Cautions NOTE: A NOTE indicates important information that helps you how to avoid the problem...to change without the written permission of Microsoft Corporation. March 2005 Reproduction in any proprietary interest in this text: Dell, the DELL logo, and PowerVault are registered trademarks of Dell Inc. Dell Inc. CAUTION: A CAUTION indicates a potential for property damage, personal injury, or death. Other trademarks and...
... rights reserved. Microsoft and Windows are trademarks of your computer. disclaims any manner whatsoever without notice. © 2005 Dell Inc. Notes, Notices, and Cautions NOTE: A NOTE indicates important information that helps you how to avoid the problem...to change without the written permission of Microsoft Corporation. March 2005 Reproduction in any proprietary interest in this text: Dell, the DELL logo, and PowerVault are registered trademarks of Dell Inc. Dell Inc. CAUTION: A CAUTION indicates a potential for property damage, personal injury, or death. Other trademarks and...
Media Handbook
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... 40 GB/80 GB 10.8 GB/hr DLT Type IV Figure 1-3. Introduction This document describes the media compatibility, handling, and usage for the Dell™ PowerVault™ 110T DLT, SDLT 320/220, DLT1/VS80, and VS160. NOTE: This document will not cover DAT72, DDS4, LTO, and LTO2 tape technologies.... 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 ...
... 40 GB/80 GB 10.8 GB/hr DLT Type IV Figure 1-3. Introduction This document describes the media compatibility, handling, and usage for the Dell™ PowerVault™ 110T DLT, SDLT 320/220, DLT1/VS80, and VS160. NOTE: This document will not cover DAT72, DDS4, LTO, and LTO2 tape technologies.... 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 ...
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... 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 Basic Characteristics Figure 1-5. Primary Media Type Per Drive Part No DLT4000 DLT7000 DLT8000 DLT1 VS80 VS160 Figure 1-6. SDLT Media 340- www.dell.com | support.dell.com Table 1-1. No No No No No Primary No...
... 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 Basic Characteristics Figure 1-5. Primary Media Type Per Drive Part No DLT4000 DLT7000 DLT8000 DLT1 VS80 VS160 Figure 1-6. SDLT Media 340- www.dell.com | support.dell.com Table 1-1. No No No No No Primary No...
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...are not read and write. They cannot write to read compatible with DLT (DLT 4000, DLT 7000, DLT 8000, DLT1, and VS 80) drives. Dell PowerVault DLT, VS, and SDLT Media Handbook Version 2.0 5 No warning is given from the DLT1 and VS80 drive. SDLT320 drives can be ejected from the... drive. SDLT220 cannot read Type IV media created by DLT4000. DLT1 and VS80 drives can backwardread all Type IV media written with DLT 4000, DLT1, or VS80 drives. Invalid Media Symptoms When a ...
...are not read and write. They cannot write to read compatible with DLT (DLT 4000, DLT 7000, DLT 8000, DLT1, and VS 80) drives. Dell PowerVault DLT, VS, and SDLT Media Handbook Version 2.0 5 No warning is given from the DLT1 and VS80 drive. SDLT320 drives can be ejected from the... drive. SDLT220 cannot read Type IV media created by DLT4000. DLT1 and VS80 drives can backwardread all Type IV media written with DLT 4000, DLT1, or VS80 drives. Invalid Media Symptoms When a ...
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...for backward compatibility reasons, an SDLT320 Density Select Utility is available on Quantum's website in italics can read Type IV media written by DLT4000, DLT1, and VS80 if density 20.0 is no data on the front panel of SDLT drives. NOTE: In Table 1-3, the media...4 No lights come on the SDLT that a 220 formatted tape is automatically ejected. However, for both Microsoft® Windows® and Linux platforms. 6 Dell PowerVault DLT, VS, and SDLT Media Handbook Version 2.0 NOTE: In Table 1-3, the media type formatted in the SDLT320 download area. This will come on ....
...for backward compatibility reasons, an SDLT320 Density Select Utility is available on Quantum's website in italics can read Type IV media written by DLT4000, DLT1, and VS80 if density 20.0 is no data on the front panel of SDLT drives. NOTE: In Table 1-3, the media...4 No lights come on the SDLT that a 220 formatted tape is automatically ejected. However, for both Microsoft® Windows® and Linux platforms. 6 Dell PowerVault DLT, VS, and SDLT Media Handbook Version 2.0 NOTE: In Table 1-3, the media type formatted in the SDLT320 download area. This will come on ....
Media Handbook
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... is used . Only clean DLT tape drives when a request is made by backup software, when a cleaning indicator is light 340-2372 colored. N/A 20 times. NOTE: Dell does not sell this media. May be used to track the number of times the tape is used . "VS160 Cleaning Cartridge." NOTE: VS80/DLT1 cleaning... tape may appear to and labeled clean VS160 drives. User needs to clean a VS160 drive, but not recommended. 341-0118 20 times. Dell PowerVault DLT, VS, and SDLT Media Handbook Version 2.0 7
... is used . Only clean DLT tape drives when a request is made by backup software, when a cleaning indicator is light 340-2372 colored. N/A 20 times. NOTE: Dell does not sell this media. May be used to track the number of times the tape is used . "VS160 Cleaning Cartridge." NOTE: VS80/DLT1 cleaning... tape may appear to and labeled clean VS160 drives. User needs to clean a VS160 drive, but not recommended. 341-0118 20 times. Dell PowerVault DLT, VS, and SDLT Media Handbook Version 2.0 7
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...eject, the cleaning tape may be exhausted. On last use, the cleaning light will not eject cartridge. 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 No ...No YES (not No recommended) Yes No No Yes SDLT320 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 If so, try another cleaning tape. SDLT Cleaning Tape Physical Description Characteristics Part No Light gray...
...eject, the cleaning tape may be exhausted. On last use, the cleaning light will not eject cartridge. 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 No ...No YES (not No recommended) Yes No No Yes SDLT320 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 If so, try another cleaning tape. SDLT Cleaning Tape Physical Description Characteristics Part No Light gray...
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... after the recommended 20 uses. Mechanical interconnect between the cartridge and the drive reel motor. When an expired cleaning tape is used 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...the customer's responsibility to manually note usage on head cleaning after 20 uses. Media Handling Cartridge Features Figure 1-13. Buckles with metal pin.) Reel Locks - Dell PowerVault DLT, VS, and SDLT Media Handbook Version 2.0 9 It is maintained.) Cartridge Hub -
... after the recommended 20 uses. Mechanical interconnect between the cartridge and the drive reel motor. When an expired cleaning tape is used 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...the customer's responsibility to manually note usage on head cleaning after 20 uses. Media Handling Cartridge Features Figure 1-13. Buckles with metal pin.) Reel Locks - Dell PowerVault DLT, VS, and SDLT Media Handbook Version 2.0 9 It is maintained.) Cartridge Hub -
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www.dell.com | support.dell.com Write Protect Switch - Figure 1-14. Orange indicator displayed. Figure 1-15. Media Care Guidelines DLTtape cartridges are manufactured to withstand 1,000,000 passes, and have a ... care: • Protect cartridges 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 Prevents overwrite or erasure of data.
www.dell.com | support.dell.com Write Protect Switch - Figure 1-14. Orange indicator displayed. Figure 1-15. Media Care Guidelines DLTtape cartridges are manufactured to withstand 1,000,000 passes, and have a ... care: • Protect cartridges 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 Prevents overwrite or erasure of data.
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... 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 Using a pencil can introduce contaminants to bottom of shipping damage. • If the DLT, DLT VS or...
... 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 Using a pencil can introduce contaminants to bottom of shipping damage. • If the DLT, DLT VS or...
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... Protect Switch: Move the switch. Ensure that could leave contamination, such as a pen or pencil. DLTtape Leader Loop 12 Dell PowerVault DLT, VS, and SDLT Media Handbook Version 2.0 Figure 1-18. www.dell.com | support.dell.com Cartridge Inspection • Case: Inspect the case for cracks, chips, or signs of damage. • Cartridge: Inspect the...
... Protect Switch: Move the switch. Ensure that could leave contamination, such as a pen or pencil. DLTtape Leader Loop 12 Dell PowerVault DLT, VS, and SDLT Media Handbook Version 2.0 Figure 1-18. www.dell.com | support.dell.com Cartridge Inspection • Case: Inspect the case for cracks, chips, or signs of damage. • Cartridge: Inspect the...
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Super DLTtape Leader Buckle • Reel Locks: Check that both reel locks are not visible, do not use the cartridge. If the reel locks are visible. Figure 1-19. Figure 1-20. Verify operation using a small flat-blade screwdriver. Reel Locks Dell PowerVault DLT, VS, and SDLT Media Handbook Version 2.0 13 The reel locks should spring back when released.
Super DLTtape Leader Buckle • Reel Locks: Check that both reel locks are not visible, do not use the cartridge. If the reel locks are visible. Figure 1-19. Figure 1-20. Verify operation using a small flat-blade screwdriver. Reel Locks Dell PowerVault DLT, VS, and SDLT Media Handbook Version 2.0 13 The reel locks should spring back when released.
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Figure 1-21. Figure 1-22. Press the hub; 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 SDLT Tape Latch The following graphic shows how the SDLT tape latches with the cartridge leader. it will spring back if operating properly.
Figure 1-21. Figure 1-22. Press the hub; 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 SDLT Tape Latch The following graphic shows how the SDLT tape latches with the cartridge leader. it will spring back if operating properly.
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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 DLT Cartridge - DLT Cartridge - Type IV Media Engagement Cartridge Damage Examples Figure 1-24. Broken leader loop (not always this obvious) Figure 1-26. Figure 1-23.
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 DLT Cartridge - DLT Cartridge - Type IV Media Engagement Cartridge Damage Examples Figure 1-24. Broken leader loop (not always this obvious) Figure 1-26. Figure 1-23.
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... stress to the cartridge. Also the bar is usually the HUB side 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 media. SDLT Cartridge - Bent media buckle SDLT Media When inspecting...
... stress to the cartridge. Also the bar is usually the HUB side 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 media. SDLT Cartridge - Bent media buckle SDLT Media When inspecting...
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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
... 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
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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...
... 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...
Compatibility Guide
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... other countries. 2013 - 10 Rev. Broadcom® is a registered trademark of EMC Corporation. in this text: Dell™, the DELL logo, PowerEdge™, PowerVault™, OpenManage™, and EqualLogic™ are either trademarks or registered trademarks of Microsoft Corporation in the U.S. Intel...other countries. VMware®, VMotion™, and vCenter™ are not followed. © 2006-2013 Dell Inc. Microsoft® and Windows® are trademarks of Dell Inc. NVIDIA® is a registered trademark of Advanced Micro Devices, Inc. Notes and Cautions NOTE:...
... other countries. 2013 - 10 Rev. Broadcom® is a registered trademark of EMC Corporation. in this text: Dell™, the DELL logo, PowerEdge™, PowerVault™, OpenManage™, and EqualLogic™ are either trademarks or registered trademarks of Microsoft Corporation in the U.S. Intel...other countries. VMware®, VMotion™, and vCenter™ are not followed. © 2006-2013 Dell Inc. Microsoft® and Windows® are trademarks of Dell Inc. NVIDIA® is a registered trademark of Advanced Micro Devices, Inc. Notes and Cautions NOTE:...
Compatibility Guide
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... Dell PowerVault System and Network Area Storage Compatibility 12 External PowerVault Tape / HBA Compatibility 12 NAS/External HBA Compatibility 14 External PowerVault / Brocade HBA Compatibility 14 External PowerVault Tape / Qlogic HBA Compatibility 15 External PowerVault Tape / Emulex HBA Compatibility 15 NAS / External Fibre HBA Compatibility 15 Dell PowerVault System and SAN Storage Compatibility 16 Dell Software & Peripheral Products 17 Dell PowerVault...
... Dell PowerVault System and Network Area Storage Compatibility 12 External PowerVault Tape / HBA Compatibility 12 NAS/External HBA Compatibility 14 External PowerVault / Brocade HBA Compatibility 14 External PowerVault Tape / Qlogic HBA Compatibility 15 External PowerVault Tape / Emulex HBA Compatibility 15 NAS / External Fibre HBA Compatibility 15 Dell PowerVault System and SAN Storage Compatibility 16 Dell Software & Peripheral Products 17 Dell PowerVault...
Compatibility Guide
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... Drives and Removable Hard Drives - Firmware and Drivers 30 Dell PowerVault System Storage and x86 HP Server HBA Compatibility 30 Dell PowerVault System Storage and x86 IBM Server HBA Compatibility 34 IBM AIX and HP HP-UX Compatibility Matrix .......... 40 4 | Dell PowerVault Compatibility Matrix Dell Storage & Peripherals USB 3.0 Host Bus Adapters 17 Backup Software Compatibility ...Media Compatibility 18 LTO Drives 18 DLT/VS Drives 22 DDS/DAT Drives 25 Travan Drives 26 RD1000 Drives 26 Firmware and Drivers 27 Dell PowerVault Tape Drives and Removable Hard Drives - Drivers 29...
... Drives and Removable Hard Drives - Firmware and Drivers 30 Dell PowerVault System Storage and x86 HP Server HBA Compatibility 30 Dell PowerVault System Storage and x86 IBM Server HBA Compatibility 34 IBM AIX and HP HP-UX Compatibility Matrix .......... 40 4 | Dell PowerVault Compatibility Matrix Dell Storage & Peripherals USB 3.0 Host Bus Adapters 17 Backup Software Compatibility ...Media Compatibility 18 LTO Drives 18 DLT/VS Drives 22 DDS/DAT Drives 25 Travan Drives 26 RD1000 Drives 26 Firmware and Drivers 27 Dell PowerVault Tape Drives and Removable Hard Drives - Drivers 29...