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... IV Figure 1-2. DLT Drive Types and Basic Characteristics Figure 1-1. Table 1-1 shows the basic characteristics of the drives. NOTE: This document will not cover DAT72, DDS4, LTO, and LTO2 tape technologies. VS160 80 GB/160 GB 28.8 GB/hr Figure 1-4. Introduction This document describes the media compatibility, handling, and usage for the Dell™ PowerVault™ 110T DLT, SDLT 320...
... IV Figure 1-2. DLT Drive Types and Basic Characteristics Figure 1-1. Table 1-1 shows the basic characteristics of the drives. NOTE: This document will not cover DAT72, DDS4, LTO, and LTO2 tape technologies. VS160 80 GB/160 GB 28.8 GB/hr Figure 1-4. Introduction This document describes the media compatibility, handling, and usage for the Dell™ PowerVault™ 110T DLT, SDLT 320...
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www.dell.com | support.dell.com Table 1-1. Type IV Media 3400444 Primary Primary Primary Primary Primary Read only* SDLT220 SDLT320 Read only Read only Figure 1-7. No No No No No Primary No No 0117 Figure 1-8. SDLT Media 340- DLT Drive Types and Basic Characteristics Figure 1-5. ...tape I Table 1-2. 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 VS1 Media 341- Primary Media Type Per Drive Part No DLT4000 DLT7000 DLT8000 DLT1 VS80 VS160...
www.dell.com | support.dell.com Table 1-1. Type IV Media 3400444 Primary Primary Primary Primary Primary Read only* SDLT220 SDLT320 Read only Read only Figure 1-7. No No No No No Primary No No 0117 Figure 1-8. SDLT Media 340- DLT Drive Types and Basic Characteristics Figure 1-5. ...tape I Table 1-2. 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 VS1 Media 341- Primary Media Type Per Drive Part No DLT4000 DLT7000 DLT8000 DLT1 VS80 VS160...
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...set to read and write. VS160 Drives VS160 drives use VS1 media to Type IV media. SDLT320 drives can backwardread all Type IV media written with the SDLT220. NOTE: Always label where media was formatted by DLT7000 or DLT8000 in VS80/DLT1 Drives." Dell PowerVault DLT, VS, and SDLT Media ...VS160 drive, the media light will flash and media will come on • Tape ejects Reusing Type IV Media Formatted by DLT7000 or DLT8000 in the DLT7000/8000 drive. DLT1 and VS80 drives can be ejected from the DLT1 and VS80 drive. They cannot read media created with DLT (DLT 4000, DLT 7000, DLT...
...set to read and write. VS160 Drives VS160 drives use VS1 media to Type IV media. SDLT320 drives can backwardread all Type IV media written with the SDLT220. NOTE: Always label where media was formatted by DLT7000 or DLT8000 in VS80/DLT1 Drives." Dell PowerVault DLT, VS, and SDLT Media ...VS160 drive, the media light will flash and media will come on • Tape ejects Reusing Type IV Media Formatted by DLT7000 or DLT8000 in the DLT7000/8000 drive. DLT1 and VS80 drives can be ejected from the DLT1 and VS80 drive. They cannot read media created with DLT (DLT 4000, DLT 7000, DLT...
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... an SDLT320 drive to formatting the tape media with a DLT7000 or DLT8000 drive. Tapes written by these devices may be data destructive. ** Density selection is not mechanically available on . However, for both Microsoft® Windows® and Linux platforms. 6 Dell PowerVault DLT, VS, and SDLT Media Handbook Version 2.0 www.dell.com | support.dell.com Table ...DLT7000 No* Type IV written 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* No No No No No...
... an SDLT320 drive to formatting the tape media with a DLT7000 or DLT8000 drive. Tapes written by these devices may be data destructive. ** Density selection is not mechanically available on . However, for both Microsoft® Windows® and Linux platforms. 6 Dell PowerVault DLT, VS, and SDLT Media Handbook Version 2.0 www.dell.com | support.dell.com Table ...DLT7000 No* Type IV written 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* No No No No No...
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... to track the number of times the tape is used to look like standard black labeled "DLT media tape. "VS160 Cleaning Cartridge." Cleaning Media Types Cleaning Media Figure 1-9. Figure 1-11. Cleaning Tape III." Figure 1-10. Tape or "VS80." leader is used . Dell PowerVault DLT, VS, and SDLT Media Handbook Version 2.0 7 Only clean DLT tape drives when a request is made by backup software...
... to track the number of times the tape is used to look like standard black labeled "DLT media tape. "VS160 Cleaning Cartridge." Cleaning Media Types Cleaning Media Figure 1-9. Figure 1-11. Cleaning Tape III." Figure 1-10. Tape or "VS80." leader is used . Dell PowerVault DLT, VS, and SDLT Media Handbook Version 2.0 7 Only clean DLT tape drives when a request is made by backup software...
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...go off and the drive will stay on. 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 No SDLT Cleaning Tape No No No No ... Tape." If so, try another cleaning tape. www.dell.com | support.dell.com Table 1-4. 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 Depending on after tape eject, the cleaning tape may...
...go off and the drive will stay on. 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 No SDLT Cleaning Tape No No No No ... Tape." If so, try another cleaning tape. www.dell.com | support.dell.com Table 1-4. 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 Depending on after tape eject, the cleaning tape may...
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... 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 goes out the 20th time (last) the tape is used. • DLT1/VS80 and VS160 drives,...drive reel motor. It is the customer's responsibility to record usage of media is maintained.) Cartridge Hub - The cartridge will have little or no method to determine that proper tension of the cleaning tape and discard after the recommended 20 uses. Prevent media reel in the cartridge from cartridge. Dell PowerVault DLT...
... 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 goes out the 20th time (last) the tape is used. • DLT1/VS80 and VS160 drives,...drive reel motor. It is the customer's responsibility to record usage of media is maintained.) Cartridge Hub - The cartridge will have little or no method to determine that proper tension of the cleaning tape and discard after the recommended 20 uses. Prevent media reel in the cartridge from cartridge. Dell PowerVault DLT...
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.... NOTE: The safety of your skin contaminate the tape and affect performance. Use Slide-in Label • Write in protective plastic cases. Figure 1-17. Figure 1-16. Dell PowerVault DLT, VS, and SDLT Media Handbook Version 2.0 11 ...Store media vertically in pen not pencil. Visual Media Inspection A visual media inspection is to be performed: • Each time a tape is loaded or changed. • When a tape cartridge is dropped or subject to the tape path. • Use caution so loose labels in that drive...
.... NOTE: The safety of your skin contaminate the tape and affect performance. Use Slide-in Label • Write in protective plastic cases. Figure 1-17. Figure 1-16. Dell PowerVault DLT, VS, and SDLT Media Handbook Version 2.0 11 ...Store media vertically in pen not pencil. Visual Media Inspection A visual media inspection is to be performed: • Each time a tape is loaded or changed. • When a tape cartridge is dropped or subject to the tape path. • Use caution so loose labels in that drive...
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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 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. SDLT Tape Latch The following graphic shows how the SDLT tape latches with the cartridge leader. it will spring back if operating properly. Press the hub; Figure 1-22. Figure 1-21.
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 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. SDLT Tape Latch The following graphic shows how the SDLT tape latches with the cartridge leader. it will spring back if operating properly. Press the hub; Figure 1-22. Figure 1-21.
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... 26ºC) Relative Humidity Between 40% and 60% Dell PowerVault DLT, VS, and SDLT Media Handbook Version 2.0 17 Figure 1-29. 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...
... 26ºC) Relative Humidity Between 40% and 60% Dell PowerVault DLT, VS, and SDLT Media Handbook Version 2.0 17 Figure 1-29. 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...
Dell PowerVault 110T DLT VS160 Tape Drive - User's Guide
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..., Windows, and Windows NT are registered trademarks of your computer. 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 either potential...
..., Windows, and Windows NT are registered trademarks of your computer. 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 either potential...
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...; IV cartridges. The PowerVault 110T DLT VS160 Tape drive is an Ultra 160 SCSI device that works with the DLT1 format using a 1/2-inch tape. 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...
...; IV cartridges. The PowerVault 110T DLT VS160 Tape drive is an Ultra 160 SCSI device that works with the DLT1 format using a 1/2-inch tape. 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...
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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 Support website at support.dell...174; NetWare® VERITAS™ BackupExec™ for the Tape Backup Applications noted below. PowerVault 110T DLT VS160 Tape drive front panel NOTE: The front panel controls and indicators are in...
...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 Support website at support.dell...174; NetWare® VERITAS™ BackupExec™ for the Tape Backup Applications noted below. PowerVault 110T DLT VS160 Tape drive front panel NOTE: The front panel controls and indicators are in...
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...second) Cleaning in Table 1. While POST is loaded, both the Fault and Clean LEDs blink slowly. Ready LED When the PowerVault 110T DLT VS160 Tape drive is ready to see the progress and results of the POST process All LEDs then turn on If an internal write/read...Operation - Fault/Clean/Media LEDs The Fault, Clean, and Media LEDs indicate the status of the indicated operating conditions simultaneously. 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,...
...second) Cleaning in Table 1. While POST is loaded, both the Fault and Clean LEDs blink slowly. Ready LED When the PowerVault 110T DLT VS160 Tape drive is ready to see the progress and results of the POST process All LEDs then turn on If an internal write/read...Operation - Fault/Clean/Media LEDs The Fault, Clean, and Media LEDs indicate the status of the indicated operating conditions simultaneously. 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,...
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...Emergency reset Revert to avoid loss of important data. If you first load a cartridge that require an action, such as loading a cartridge, the drive returns to normal operating mode. Unload/Eject button features Ready On Blinking Blinking Blinking On On On On Off LED Status Fault Clean Media N/A ... press and hold the Unload/Eject button for the amount of data and then unloads and ejects the cartridge. 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...
...Emergency reset Revert to avoid loss of important data. If you first load a cartridge that require an action, such as loading a cartridge, the drive returns to normal operating mode. Unload/Eject button features Ready On Blinking Blinking Blinking On On On On Off LED Status Fault Clean Media N/A ... press and hold the Unload/Eject button for the amount of data and then unloads and ejects the cartridge. 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...
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Introduction: Dell PowerVault 110T DLT VS160 Tape Drive User's Guide When you release the button, the drive returns to normal operation. Back 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. Revert to Contents Page 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 When you release the button, the drive returns to normal operation. Back 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. Revert to Contents Page file:///C|/Users/rishi_sood/Desktop/Temp/MissingDocsPosted/110t_dlt/UG/intro.htm[3/8/2013 11:46:11 AM]
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...:46:12 AM] Getting Started and Setup: Dell PowerVault 110T DLT VS160 Tape Drive User's Guide Back to Contents Page Getting Started and Setup: Dell™ PowerVault™ 110T DLT VS160 Tape Drive User's Guide Obtaining Drivers and Firmware Upgrades Dell-Installed Drives Installing the PowerVault 110T DLT VS160 Tape Internal Drive Installing the PowerVault 110T DLT VS160 Tape External Drive Installing the Device Drivers Installing the Tape Backup Software Installing the Dell PowerVault Tools Diagnostic Package Obtaining Drivers and Firmware...
...:46:12 AM] Getting Started and Setup: Dell PowerVault 110T DLT VS160 Tape Drive User's Guide Back to Contents Page Getting Started and Setup: Dell™ PowerVault™ 110T DLT VS160 Tape Drive User's Guide Obtaining Drivers and Firmware Upgrades Dell-Installed Drives Installing the PowerVault 110T DLT VS160 Tape Internal Drive Installing the PowerVault 110T DLT VS160 Tape External Drive Installing the Device Drivers Installing the Tape Backup Software Installing the Dell PowerVault Tools Diagnostic Package Obtaining Drivers and Firmware...
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Getting Started and Setup: Dell PowerVault 110T DLT VS160 Tape Drive User's Guide NOTE: Save the packing materials in case you need to change the SCSI ID, restart the host server to activate the new SCSI ID and to allow the server to recognize the drive at the new ID. The ...adapter, and select an unused SCSI ID for the PowerVault 110T DLT VS160 Tape Internal drive, each must have a unique SCSI ID. NOTE: If you attach the drive to move or ship your warranty may be the host for the PowerVault 110T DLT VS160 Tape Internal drive. After you can only use the supplied jumpers to...
Getting Started and Setup: Dell PowerVault 110T DLT VS160 Tape Drive User's Guide NOTE: Save the packing materials in case you need to change the SCSI ID, restart the host server to activate the new SCSI ID and to allow the server to recognize the drive at the new ID. The ...adapter, and select an unused SCSI ID for the PowerVault 110T DLT VS160 Tape Internal drive, each must have a unique SCSI ID. NOTE: If you attach the drive to move or ship your warranty may be the host for the PowerVault 110T DLT VS160 Tape Internal drive. After you can only use the supplied jumpers to...
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Getting Started and Setup: Dell PowerVault 110T DLT VS160 Tape Drive User's Guide When to Use Termination If the PowerVault 110T DLT VS160 Tape Internal drive is the only SCSI device on the selected server other than one device on the SCSI bus, confirm that is acceptable for more information. To terminate the PowerVault 110T DLT VS160 Tape Internal drive, install an active Low-Voltage Differential/Single-Ended (LVD/SE...
Getting Started and Setup: Dell PowerVault 110T DLT VS160 Tape Drive User's Guide When to Use Termination If the PowerVault 110T DLT VS160 Tape Internal drive is the only SCSI device on the selected server other than one device on the SCSI bus, confirm that is acceptable for more information. To terminate the PowerVault 110T DLT VS160 Tape Internal drive, install an active Low-Voltage Differential/Single-Ended (LVD/SE...
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... a ribbon cable with an open 68-pin, high-density connector, you can use the existing cable instead of the PowerVault 110T DLT VS160 Tape Internal drive. Attach the other end of the SCSI ribbon cable to the SCSI connector on the rear panel of the SCSI ribbon...The connectors are keyed, preventing improper connection. Attach SCSI and power cables to 68-pin adapter with the PowerVault 110T DLT VS160 Tape Internal drive. 4. Getting Started and Setup: Dell PowerVault 110T DLT VS160 Tape Drive User's Guide NOTE: Install a SCSI host adapter in the selected server now, if necessary.
... a ribbon cable with an open 68-pin, high-density connector, you can use the existing cable instead of the PowerVault 110T DLT VS160 Tape Internal drive. Attach the other end of the SCSI ribbon cable to the SCSI connector on the rear panel of the SCSI ribbon...The connectors are keyed, preventing improper connection. Attach SCSI and power cables to 68-pin adapter with the PowerVault 110T DLT VS160 Tape Internal drive. 4. Getting Started and Setup: Dell PowerVault 110T DLT VS160 Tape Drive User's Guide NOTE: Install a SCSI host adapter in the selected server now, if necessary.