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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 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 320/220, DLT1/VS80, and VS160. DLT Drive Types and Basic Characteristics Figure 1-1. DLT1 Capacity...
... Smart) Tape SDLT (Super Digital Linear Tape) tape I Dell PowerVault DLT, VS, and SDLT Media Handbook Version 2.0 3 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 320/220, DLT1/VS80, and VS160. DLT Drive Types and Basic Characteristics Figure 1-1. DLT1 Capacity...
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... read media if it was formatted with a VS80 or DLT1 drive 4 Dell PowerVault DLT, VS, and SDLT Media Handbook Version 2.0 SDLT Media 340- 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. No No No No No Primary No No 0117 Figure 1-8. SDLT320... SDLT tape I Table 1-2. VS1 Media 341- 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.
... read media if it was formatted with a VS80 or DLT1 drive 4 Dell PowerVault DLT, VS, and SDLT Media Handbook Version 2.0 SDLT Media 340- 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. No No No No No Primary No No 0117 Figure 1-8. SDLT320... SDLT tape I Table 1-2. VS1 Media 341- 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.
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... use SDLT1 type media to read media created by SDLT320. SDLT220 cannot read and write. No warning is given from the drive. VS160 Drives VS160 drives use Type IV media to read and write. SDLT320 drives can read media created with the SDL220 is present in the SDLT320 drive... or DLT8000 in VS80/DLT1 Drives Type IV media previously recorded by a DLT7000 or DLT8000 are not 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 DLT1 and VS80 Drives DLT1 and VS80 drives use VS1 media to ...
... use SDLT1 type media to read media created by SDLT320. SDLT220 cannot read and write. No warning is given from the drive. VS160 Drives VS160 drives use Type IV media to read and write. SDLT320 drives can read media created with the SDL220 is present in the SDLT320 drive... or DLT8000 in VS80/DLT1 Drives Type IV media previously recorded by a DLT7000 or DLT8000 are not 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 DLT1 and VS80 Drives DLT1 and VS80 drives use VS1 media to ...
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... by 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 Read by...the front panel of the drive prior to tape in the drive. 6 No lights blink. However, for both Microsoft® Windows® and Linux platforms. 6 Dell PowerVault DLT, VS, and SDLT Media Handbook Version 2.0 Tapes written by these devices may be data destructive. ** Density selection is automatically ejected. NOTE: In Table 1-3, the media...
... by 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 Read by...the front panel of the drive prior to tape in the drive. 6 No lights blink. However, for both Microsoft® Windows® and Linux platforms. 6 Dell PowerVault DLT, VS, and SDLT Media Handbook Version 2.0 Tapes written by these devices may be data destructive. ** Density selection is automatically ejected. NOTE: In Table 1-3, the media...
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.../DLT1 cleaning tape may be in color and may appear to clean a VS160 drive, but not recommended. 341-0118 20 times. Cleaning Media Types Cleaning Media Figure 1-9. N/A 20 times. "VS160 Cleaning Cartridge." DLT/VS Cleaning Tape Light brown Cleaning material is seen on the drive, or... and looks like electromagnetic tape. 20 times. User needs to and labeled clean VS160 drives. Tape or "VS80." VS160 Cleaning Tape Light grey in color Specifically designed to track the number of times the tape is used . Dell PowerVault DLT, VS, and SDLT Media Handbook Version 2.0 7
.../DLT1 cleaning tape may be in color and may appear to clean a VS160 drive, but not recommended. 341-0118 20 times. Cleaning Media Types Cleaning Media Figure 1-9. N/A 20 times. "VS160 Cleaning Cartridge." DLT/VS Cleaning Tape Light brown Cleaning material is seen on the drive, or... and looks like electromagnetic tape. 20 times. User needs to and labeled clean VS160 drives. Tape or "VS80." VS160 Cleaning Tape Light grey in color Specifically designed to track the number of times the tape is used . Dell PowerVault DLT, VS, and SDLT Media Handbook Version 2.0 7
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... light will not eject cartridge. 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 Tape." Table 1-5. Depending on the drive model, if the light does not go off , there ...may be a hardware fault in color Specifically designed for your drive type. NOTE: Do not use VS160 cleaning media to determine that you are using the proper cleaning tape for 340-3349 and designated as SDLT220 and SDLT320 "SDLT Cleaning drives...
... light will not eject cartridge. 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 Tape." Table 1-5. Depending on the drive model, if the light does not go off , there ...may be a hardware fault in color Specifically designed for your drive type. NOTE: Do not use VS160 cleaning media to determine that you are using the proper cleaning tape for 340-3349 and designated as SDLT220 and SDLT320 "SDLT Cleaning drives...
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...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, there is no effect on the check box label. Two types, DLTtape cartridges (mylar loop) and Super DLTtape cartridges (plastic buckle with drive... a drive (ensures that the cleaning tape is expired except to record usage of the cleaning tape and discard after the recommended 20 uses. Dell PowerVault DLT, VS, and SDLT Media Handbook Version 2.0 9 It is maintained.) Cartridge Hub - Mechanical interconnect between the cartridge and the drive reel motor.
...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, there is no effect on the check box label. Two types, DLTtape cartridges (mylar loop) and Super DLTtape cartridges (plastic buckle with drive... a drive (ensures that the cleaning tape is expired except to record usage of the cleaning tape and discard after the recommended 20 uses. Dell PowerVault DLT, VS, and SDLT Media Handbook Version 2.0 9 It is maintained.) Cartridge Hub - Mechanical interconnect between the cartridge and the drive reel motor.
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... DLT Tape VS1 and DLT VS160 Media Write protected indicator on top points to withstand 1,000,000 passes, and have a shelf life of 30 years. Orange indicator displayed. They are engineered to be reliable, robust, and durable. Media Care Guidelines DLTtape cartridges are manufactured to closed lock. DLT Tape and Super DLT ...; 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 You can change the position of data.
... DLT Tape VS1 and DLT VS160 Media Write protected indicator on top points to withstand 1,000,000 passes, and have a shelf life of 30 years. Orange indicator displayed. They are engineered to be reliable, robust, and durable. Media Care Guidelines DLTtape cartridges are manufactured to closed lock. DLT Tape and Super DLT ...; 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 You can change the position of data.
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• Use the slide-in protective plastic cases. Store media vertically in labels provided. Dell PowerVault DLT, VS, and SDLT Media Handbook Version 2.0 11 Using a pencil can introduce contaminants to the tape path. • Use caution so loose labels in Protective ...: • Each time 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. NOTE: The safety of your skin contaminate the tape and affect performance. Do not use adhesive...
• Use the slide-in protective plastic cases. Store media vertically in labels provided. Dell PowerVault DLT, VS, and SDLT Media Handbook Version 2.0 11 Using a pencil can introduce contaminants to the tape path. • Use caution so loose labels in Protective ...: • Each time 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. NOTE: The safety of your skin contaminate the tape and affect performance. Do not use adhesive...
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... be visible and undamaged. • Super DLTtape Cartridges: Check that could leave contamination, such as a pen or pencil. DLT tape leader loop should snap into write-protected mode and write- www.dell.com | support.dell.com Cartridge Inspection • Case: Inspect the case for cracks, chips, or signs of damage. • Cartridge: Inspect... not bent. Gently shake the cartridge. Listen for chips, cracks, dents, or missing screws. Ensure that the door operates. Figure 1-18. DLTtape Leader Loop 12 Dell PowerVault DLT, VS, and SDLT Media Handbook Version 2.0
... be visible and undamaged. • Super DLTtape Cartridges: Check that could leave contamination, such as a pen or pencil. DLT tape leader loop should snap into write-protected mode and write- www.dell.com | support.dell.com Cartridge Inspection • Case: Inspect the case for cracks, chips, or signs of damage. • Cartridge: Inspect... not bent. Gently shake the cartridge. Listen for chips, cracks, dents, or missing screws. Ensure that the door operates. Figure 1-18. DLTtape Leader Loop 12 Dell PowerVault DLT, VS, and SDLT Media Handbook Version 2.0
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If the reel locks are visible. Reel Locks Dell PowerVault DLT, VS, and SDLT Media Handbook Version 2.0 13 Super DLTtape Leader Buckle • Reel Locks: Check that both reel locks are not visible, do not use the cartridge. Verify operation using a small flat-blade screwdriver. Figure 1-20. The reel locks should spring back when released. Figure 1-19.
If the reel locks are visible. Reel Locks Dell PowerVault DLT, VS, and SDLT Media Handbook Version 2.0 13 Super DLTtape Leader Buckle • Reel Locks: Check that both reel locks are not visible, do not use the cartridge. Verify operation using a small flat-blade screwdriver. Figure 1-20. The reel locks should spring back when released. Figure 1-19.
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SDLT Tape Latch The following graphic shows how the SDLT tape latches with the cartridge leader. Press the hub; 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 it will spring back if operating properly. Figure 1-21. 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. Figure 1-22.
SDLT Tape Latch The following graphic shows how the SDLT tape latches with the cartridge leader. Press the hub; 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 it will spring back if operating properly. Figure 1-21. 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. Figure 1-22.
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DLT Cartridge - Figure 1-23. 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. Leader missing (swallowed cartridge leader or broken tape) Figure 1-25. Type IV Media Engagement Cartridge Damage Examples Figure 1-24. DLT Cartridge -
DLT Cartridge - Figure 1-23. 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. Leader missing (swallowed cartridge leader or broken tape) Figure 1-25. Type IV Media Engagement Cartridge Damage Examples Figure 1-24. DLT Cartridge -
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... media further into the media cartridge and bend the leader buckles. See Figure 1-29 to the cartridge. Figure 1-28. Note that gets more pulled. 16 Dell PowerVault DLT, VS, and SDLT Media Handbook Version 2.0 Note the plastic hooks resting on the cartridge wall. www...
... media further into the media cartridge and bend the leader buckles. See Figure 1-29 to the cartridge. Figure 1-28. Note that gets more pulled. 16 Dell PowerVault DLT, VS, and SDLT Media Handbook Version 2.0 Note the plastic hooks resting on the cartridge wall. www...
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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 Cartridge Storage When storing cartridge, avoid moisture and direct sunlight. Figure 1-29. Table 1-6. Normal Storage Conditions (Nonarchival) Temperature...
... 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 Cartridge Storage When storing cartridge, avoid moisture and direct sunlight. Figure 1-29. Table 1-6. Normal Storage Conditions (Nonarchival) Temperature...
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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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... avoid the problem. Warranty information may be included within this text: Dell, PowerVault, and the DELL logo are registered trademarks of VERITAS Software. Information in this document or as a separate document. All rights reserved. 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...
... avoid the problem. Warranty information may be included within this text: Dell, PowerVault, and the DELL logo are registered trademarks of VERITAS Software. Information in this document or as a separate document. All rights reserved. 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...
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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 streaming cartridge tape drive designed for...
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 streaming cartridge tape drive designed for...
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Indicator Activity During Power-On Self-Test (POST) 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 Microsoft® Windows® 2000 and Windows® Server™ 2003: QSDLT32.SYS Native Operating System Backup Utilities Microsoft® Windows...
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... loading a cartridge or a loaded cartridge has tape motion indicating read, write, seek, rewind, calibration, or other three LEDs. Ready LED When the PowerVault 110T DLT VS160 Tape drive is on; 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...
... loading a cartridge or a loaded cartridge has tape motion indicating read, write, seek, rewind, calibration, or other three LEDs. Ready LED When the PowerVault 110T DLT VS160 Tape drive is on; 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...