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... Troubleshooting 4-1 Reinstalling the Tape Backup Software 4-1 Reinstalling Drivers for Windows NT 4-1 Autoloader Makes Noises During System Startup 4-1 Drive Failures During Backup or Restore Operations ........4-1 LCD Indication for Autoloader Status 4-2 Tape Backup Software Errors 4-3 Running Dell Diagnostics 4-3 Cleaning the Autoloader 4-3 Emergency Cassette Removal Procedure 4-4 Emergency Ejecting a Magazine 4-4 Ejecting Magazine by Manual Operation 4-4 Ejecting Tape Cartridge from Drive by Manual Operation ..4-6 Appendix A LCD Panel A-1 Appendix B Specifications B-1 Appendix...
... Troubleshooting 4-1 Reinstalling the Tape Backup Software 4-1 Reinstalling Drivers for Windows NT 4-1 Autoloader Makes Noises During System Startup 4-1 Drive Failures During Backup or Restore Operations ........4-1 LCD Indication for Autoloader Status 4-2 Tape Backup Software Errors 4-3 Running Dell Diagnostics 4-3 Cleaning the Autoloader 4-3 Emergency Cassette Removal Procedure 4-4 Emergency Ejecting a Magazine 4-4 Ejecting Magazine by Manual Operation 4-4 Ejecting Tape Cartridge from Drive by Manual Operation ..4-6 Appendix A LCD Panel A-1 Appendix B Specifications B-1 Appendix...
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...; Data capacity 160 (native) to 320 GB (typical)* • Transfer rate (sustained) ~ 2.4 (native) to 4.7 MB/sec (typical)* • 8 cartridge tape magazine • Compatibility with SCSI-2 medium changer command set • 80 seconds maximum to swap a tape cartridge • High reliability, with the DDS4, DDS3, DDS2, DDS and DDSDC format tapes. Chapter 1 Introduction Overview The Dell™ PowerVault™ 120T DDS4 Autoloader is fully READ and WRITE compatible with...
...; Data capacity 160 (native) to 320 GB (typical)* • Transfer rate (sustained) ~ 2.4 (native) to 4.7 MB/sec (typical)* • 8 cartridge tape magazine • Compatibility with SCSI-2 medium changer command set • 80 seconds maximum to swap a tape cartridge • High reliability, with the DDS4, DDS3, DDS2, DDS and DDSDC format tapes. Chapter 1 Introduction Overview The Dell™ PowerVault™ 120T DDS4 Autoloader is fully READ and WRITE compatible with...
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...-access devices command set • Read after write (RAW) • Frame rewrite function • Three levels of ECC • Quick search (Forward: 115 times / reverse: 155 times normal DDS4 read / write speed) *2:1 compression. Actual capacity and transfer rate may vary since compression is depending upon data type. Tape Backup Applications: Microsoft Windows NT 4.0: Computer Associates ARCServeIT 6.6, Seagate Backup Exec 7.2, Veritas Backup Exec 7.3 Novell NetWare: Computer Associates ARCServe 6.1, Seagate Backup Exec 8.0 1-2 Dell PowerVault 120T DDS4...
...-access devices command set • Read after write (RAW) • Frame rewrite function • Three levels of ECC • Quick search (Forward: 115 times / reverse: 155 times normal DDS4 read / write speed) *2:1 compression. Actual capacity and transfer rate may vary since compression is depending upon data type. Tape Backup Applications: Microsoft Windows NT 4.0: Computer Associates ARCServeIT 6.6, Seagate Backup Exec 7.2, Veritas Backup Exec 7.3 Novell NetWare: Computer Associates ARCServe 6.1, Seagate Backup Exec 8.0 1-2 Dell PowerVault 120T DDS4...
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...Autoloader front panel consists of the following: • (1) A Power indicator • (2) A Power button • (3) A Magazine receptacle • (4) An Eject button • (5) Select button (6) Enter button • (7) Liquid Crystal Display (LCD) • (8) Tape Present (9) Busy Status The Select...the drive, see Figure 2-1. Dell PowerVault 120T DDS4 Autoloader User's Guide 2-1 Chapter 2 Getting Started Figure 2-1. Once a cartridge has been selected, the Enter button should be pressed for confirmation, and the autoloader will load the selected cartridge into the loader. The number ...
...Autoloader front panel consists of the following: • (1) A Power indicator • (2) A Power button • (3) A Magazine receptacle • (4) An Eject button • (5) Select button (6) Enter button • (7) Liquid Crystal Display (LCD) • (8) Tape Present (9) Busy Status The Select...the drive, see Figure 2-1. Dell PowerVault 120T DDS4 Autoloader User's Guide 2-1 Chapter 2 Getting Started Figure 2-1. Once a cartridge has been selected, the Enter button should be pressed for confirmation, and the autoloader will load the selected cartridge into the loader. The number ...
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... MEDIA REMOVAL command. The Front Panel Liquid Crystal Display Displays autoloader function and status, Figure 2-1. The drive unloads any currently loaded cartridge, and the loader mechanism returns it to turn autoloader on or off. Rear Panel (External) • (1) Rotary Selector Switch for setting SCSI ID • (2) Cooling Fan • (3) AC In Connector • (4) Ground (GND) Terminal • (5) SCSI Connector 2-2 Dell PowerVault 120T DDS4 Autoloader User's Guide External Power/SCSI Connection/Setting SCSI...
... MEDIA REMOVAL command. The Front Panel Liquid Crystal Display Displays autoloader function and status, Figure 2-1. The drive unloads any currently loaded cartridge, and the loader mechanism returns it to turn autoloader on or off. Rear Panel (External) • (1) Rotary Selector Switch for setting SCSI ID • (2) Cooling Fan • (3) AC In Connector • (4) Ground (GND) Terminal • (5) SCSI Connector 2-2 Dell PowerVault 120T DDS4 Autoloader User's Guide External Power/SCSI Connection/Setting SCSI...
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... off the power with the power switch on the front panel. Dell PowerVault 120T DDS4 Autoloader User's Guide 2-3 Turn on the rear panel. SCSI Connector Connects to 0, see Figure 2-2. Press the + or buttons to turn off the host computer and autoloader power before connecting the supplied SCSI cable. The autoloader will automatically detect the type (SE or LVD) of the other peripherals on the SCSI bus. Before changing the SCSI ID setting, be sure...
... off the power with the power switch on the front panel. Dell PowerVault 120T DDS4 Autoloader User's Guide 2-3 Turn on the rear panel. SCSI Connector Connects to 0, see Figure 2-2. Press the + or buttons to turn off the host computer and autoloader power before connecting the supplied SCSI cable. The autoloader will automatically detect the type (SE or LVD) of the other peripherals on the SCSI bus. Before changing the SCSI ID setting, be sure...
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If the software has been recently upgraded, however, you may need to install the software. Internal SCSI Connection/Setting the SCSI ID/Power Figure 2-3. In this case, installation instructions are shipped as part of tape autoloaders that are provided with the software. 2-4 Dell PowerVault 120T DDS4 Autoloader User's Guide Rear Connectors and Jumpers (Internal) NOTE: Dell performs the installation and setup of a system.
If the software has been recently upgraded, however, you may need to install the software. Internal SCSI Connection/Setting the SCSI ID/Power Figure 2-3. In this case, installation instructions are shipped as part of tape autoloaders that are provided with the software. 2-4 Dell PowerVault 120T DDS4 Autoloader User's Guide Rear Connectors and Jumpers (Internal) NOTE: Dell performs the installation and setup of a system.
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ON Compression disabled at power-on . OFF Compression enabled at power-on . The host is not allowed to control compression. Dell PowerVault 120T DDS4 Autoloader User's Guide 2-5 The host is not allowed to control compression. The host is allowed to control compression. The host is allowed to control compression. Dip Switch Settings Terminator Power OFF No provided Definition ON DC Control-1 OFF OFF ON ON Provided DC Control-2 Definition OFF Compression disabled at power-on . Internal...
ON Compression disabled at power-on . OFF Compression enabled at power-on . The host is not allowed to control compression. Dell PowerVault 120T DDS4 Autoloader User's Guide 2-5 The host is not allowed to control compression. The host is allowed to control compression. The host is allowed to control compression. Dip Switch Settings Terminator Power OFF No provided Definition ON DC Control-1 OFF OFF ON ON Provided DC Control-2 Definition OFF Compression disabled at power-on . Internal...
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... NT 4.0: Computer Associates ARCServeIT 6.6, Seagate Backup Exec 7.2, Veritas Backup Exec 7.3 Novell NetWare: Computer Associates ARCServe 6.1, Seagate Backup Exec 8.0 Installing the Tape Backup Software See instructions supplied with the tape backup software. Orientation (Internal) Loading Device Drivers Drivers See instructions supplied with the tape backup software. Dell PowerVault 120T DDS4 Autoloader User's Guide 2-7 Orientation Figure 2-6. Native Operating System Backup Utilities Tape autoloaders are not supported by Microsoft® Windows NT® 4.0 or Novell® NetWare...
... NT 4.0: Computer Associates ARCServeIT 6.6, Seagate Backup Exec 7.2, Veritas Backup Exec 7.3 Novell NetWare: Computer Associates ARCServe 6.1, Seagate Backup Exec 8.0 Installing the Tape Backup Software See instructions supplied with the tape backup software. Orientation (Internal) Loading Device Drivers Drivers See instructions supplied with the tape backup software. Dell PowerVault 120T DDS4 Autoloader User's Guide 2-7 Orientation Figure 2-6. Native Operating System Backup Utilities Tape autoloaders are not supported by Microsoft® Windows NT® 4.0 or Novell® NetWare...
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... until there are basically four modes of these modes. This mode can be in this mode when there is no further action is loaded. Chapter 3 Using the Autoloader Autoloader Modes of Operation There are no SCSI commands have been received. Dell PowerVault 120T DDS4 Autoloader User's Guide 3-1 RANDOM MODE The autoloader enters this mode immediately following a magazine insertion and successful magazine rotation-check sequence. At any order by...
... until there are basically four modes of these modes. This mode can be in this mode when there is no further action is loaded. Chapter 3 Using the Autoloader Autoloader Modes of Operation There are no SCSI commands have been received. Dell PowerVault 120T DDS4 Autoloader User's Guide 3-1 RANDOM MODE The autoloader enters this mode immediately following a magazine insertion and successful magazine rotation-check sequence. At any order by...
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LCD Panel Refer to LCD Panel specification in Appendix A (Figures A-1 to A-15) for further details. The Front Panel Liquid Crystal Display Figure 3-2. Two LEDs (Tape Present, Busy Status) BUSY Off: Not active, see Figure 3-1 • Steady green: SCSI active • Flashing green: Drive active TAPE Off: Cartridge outside drive, see Figure 3-1 • Steady green: Cartridge inside drive • Flashing green: Loading/unloading Dell PowerVault 120T DDS4 Autoloader User's Guide 3-3
LCD Panel Refer to LCD Panel specification in Appendix A (Figures A-1 to A-15) for further details. The Front Panel Liquid Crystal Display Figure 3-2. Two LEDs (Tape Present, Busy Status) BUSY Off: Not active, see Figure 3-1 • Steady green: SCSI active • Flashing green: Drive active TAPE Off: Cartridge outside drive, see Figure 3-1 • Steady green: Cartridge inside drive • Flashing green: Loading/unloading Dell PowerVault 120T DDS4 Autoloader User's Guide 3-3
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... and unload sequences, the following cartridge numbers(1, 7, 8) are effective for operation. the host can not perform any diagnostic command that all commands can be used . The drive is offline; Eight Cartridges Setting It is recommended that is, write, read, and space commands. Slot "1" through "7" are accessed sequentially, while slot "8" can be executed, including those which would cause tape motion, that 8 data cartridges are used for tapes. Slots "1" through "8" are inserted in the...
... and unload sequences, the following cartridge numbers(1, 7, 8) are effective for operation. the host can not perform any diagnostic command that all commands can be used . The drive is offline; Eight Cartridges Setting It is recommended that is, write, read, and space commands. Slot "1" through "7" are accessed sequentially, while slot "8" can be executed, including those which would cause tape motion, that 8 data cartridges are used for tapes. Slots "1" through "8" are inserted in the...
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... the cleaning cartridge is recommended that order). Figure 3-5. How to slot "8". Dell PowerVault 120T DDS4 Autoloader User's Guide 3-5 Insert data cartridges into the bottom shelf of the magazine. Insert cartridge 4 first, followed by cartridge No. 2 and No. 1 (in all slots except slot "8", see Figure 3-7. Seven Cartridges Setting Position NOTE: When you use the cleaning cartridge, it is placed to Insert the Cartridges...
... the cleaning cartridge is recommended that order). Figure 3-5. How to slot "8". Dell PowerVault 120T DDS4 Autoloader User's Guide 3-5 Insert data cartridges into the bottom shelf of the magazine. Insert cartridge 4 first, followed by cartridge No. 2 and No. 1 (in all slots except slot "8", see Figure 3-7. Seven Cartridges Setting Position NOTE: When you use the cleaning cartridge, it is placed to Insert the Cartridges...
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... drive into the semi-loaded state. Dell PowerVault 120T DDS4 Autoloader User's Guide 3-11 The autoloader writes any buffered data to tape followed by the Eject button on the front panel or an UNLOAD command (LUN 1) from the mechanism. At this stage the tape is reset. That is unthread from the host. The effects of the Tape log held in the RAM is written back on whether media removal is enabled...
... drive into the semi-loaded state. Dell PowerVault 120T DDS4 Autoloader User's Guide 3-11 The autoloader writes any buffered data to tape followed by the Eject button on the front panel or an UNLOAD command (LUN 1) from the mechanism. At this stage the tape is reset. That is unthread from the host. The effects of the Tape log held in the RAM is written back on whether media removal is enabled...
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... you are normal for operation (if tape is not write protected. Make sure that the tape cartridge is loaded, it will be threaded and the drive will become Ready). Check all cables and connections. Check the front display LEDs for Windows NT See the user's guide instructions supplied with your tape backup software application. Reinstalling Drivers for error information, see Figures 4-1 and 4-2. Verify the autoloader settings in the system setup program. Dell PowerVault 120T DDS4 Autoloader User's Guide 4-1
... you are normal for operation (if tape is not write protected. Make sure that the tape cartridge is loaded, it will be threaded and the drive will become Ready). Check all cables and connections. Check the front display LEDs for Windows NT See the user's guide instructions supplied with your tape backup software application. Reinstalling Drivers for error information, see Figures 4-1 and 4-2. Verify the autoloader settings in the system setup program. Dell PowerVault 120T DDS4 Autoloader User's Guide 4-1
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Tape Backup Software Errors Check the user's guide supplied with your tape backup software application. 4-2 Dell PowerVault 120T DDS4 Autoloader User's Guide LCD Panel Please refer to Appendix A "LCD Panel" (Figures A-1 to A-15) for Autoloader Status Figure 4-2. Figure 4-1. Front Panel LCD Indication for further details.
Tape Backup Software Errors Check the user's guide supplied with your tape backup software application. 4-2 Dell PowerVault 120T DDS4 Autoloader User's Guide LCD Panel Please refer to Appendix A "LCD Panel" (Figures A-1 to A-15) for Autoloader Status Figure 4-2. Figure 4-1. Front Panel LCD Indication for further details.
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... for example, slot 8) and insert the magazine into the autoloader. 2) Use the Select button to cleaning. Dell PowerVault 120T DDS4 Autoloader User's Guide 4-3 The autoloader returns the cartridge to perform the following guidelines to determine when to clean your system user's guide . If the error message persists after performing the cleaning procedure, try the procedure a maximum of backup operation. NOTES: If you get an error message after 6 cleanings, the problem may...
... for example, slot 8) and insert the magazine into the autoloader. 2) Use the Select button to cleaning. Dell PowerVault 120T DDS4 Autoloader User's Guide 4-3 The autoloader returns the cartridge to perform the following guidelines to determine when to clean your system user's guide . If the error message persists after performing the cleaning procedure, try the procedure a maximum of backup operation. NOTES: If you get an error message after 6 cleanings, the problem may...
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... the way with the internal mechanical link (Figure 4-16) and makes a way out for recording. Ejecting by doing a power reset or attempting an emergency eject. Emergency Cassette Removal Procedure Emergency Ejecting a Magazine When the autoloaders encounters a fatal error, the LCD on the loader will be used for the stuck magazine. 4-4 Dell PowerVault 120T DDS4 Autoloader User's Guide The cleaning cassette can be described...
... the way with the internal mechanical link (Figure 4-16) and makes a way out for recording. Ejecting by doing a power reset or attempting an emergency eject. Emergency Cassette Removal Procedure Emergency Ejecting a Magazine When the autoloaders encounters a fatal error, the LCD on the loader will be used for the stuck magazine. 4-4 Dell PowerVault 120T DDS4 Autoloader User's Guide The cleaning cassette can be described...
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... the left side of the drive. 2. Continue the procedure until the tape is opened. Remove the drive from the chassis or enclosure to allow access to avoid damage on the back of tape from time to a service station for repair. 4-6 Dell PowerVault 120T DDS4 Autoloader User's Guide Phillips "+" No. 1) put into the plastic screw head on the mechanism. Return the drive to time by performing the following steps. 1. To prevent...
... the left side of the drive. 2. Continue the procedure until the tape is opened. Remove the drive from the chassis or enclosure to allow access to avoid damage on the back of tape from time to a service station for repair. 4-6 Dell PowerVault 120T DDS4 Autoloader User's Guide Phillips "+" No. 1) put into the plastic screw head on the mechanism. Return the drive to time by performing the following steps. 1. To prevent...
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Appendix B Specifications General Manufacturer Connection type SCSI compliance Manufactured for Dell Single Ended / Low Voltage Differential Ultra Wide SCSI Compatible with SCSI-2 medium changer command set ANSI X3T9.2/86-109 Performance Capacity: Without data compression DDS4 20.0 GB typical per tape (8 Tapes Maximum) With data compression DDS4 40.0 GB assuming 2:1 compression ratio Type of Compression Hardware, DCLZ, adaptive coding with embedded dictionary Data Transfer Rate 2.36 MB/sec (Native) to 4.72 MB/sec...
Appendix B Specifications General Manufacturer Connection type SCSI compliance Manufactured for Dell Single Ended / Low Voltage Differential Ultra Wide SCSI Compatible with SCSI-2 medium changer command set ANSI X3T9.2/86-109 Performance Capacity: Without data compression DDS4 20.0 GB typical per tape (8 Tapes Maximum) With data compression DDS4 40.0 GB assuming 2:1 compression ratio Type of Compression Hardware, DCLZ, adaptive coding with embedded dictionary Data Transfer Rate 2.36 MB/sec (Native) to 4.72 MB/sec...