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List of Figures Figure 1 DLT1 ...8 Figure 2 VS80 ...8 Figure 3 VS160 ...8 Figure 4 SDLT220 ...8 Figure 5 SDLT320 ...8 Figure 6 Type IV Media ...8 Figure 7 VS1 Media...8 Figure 8 SDLT Media...8 Figure 9 Cleaning Tape III...11 Figure 10 DLT/VS Cleaning Tape...11 Figure 11 VS160 Cleaning Tape ...11 Figure 12 SDLT Cleaning Tape...11 Figure 13. Type IV Media Cartridge ...13 Figure 14... Loosely Packed Media ...20 Figure 28 Creased Leader Loop...20 Figure 29 Good SDLT Leader Buckles ...21 Figure 30 SDLT Bent-In Leader Buckles...21 Dell DLT, VS and SDLT Media Handbook Page 5
List of Figures Figure 1 DLT1 ...8 Figure 2 VS80 ...8 Figure 3 VS160 ...8 Figure 4 SDLT220 ...8 Figure 5 SDLT320 ...8 Figure 6 Type IV Media ...8 Figure 7 VS1 Media...8 Figure 8 SDLT Media...8 Figure 9 Cleaning Tape III...11 Figure 10 DLT/VS Cleaning Tape...11 Figure 11 VS160 Cleaning Tape ...11 Figure 12 SDLT Cleaning Tape...11 Figure 13. Type IV Media Cartridge ...13 Figure 14... Loosely Packed Media ...20 Figure 28 Creased Leader Loop...20 Figure 29 Good SDLT Leader Buckles ...21 Figure 30 SDLT Bent-In Leader Buckles...21 Dell DLT, VS and SDLT Media Handbook Page 5
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Table 1 shows the basic characteristics of the drives. 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. Dell DLT, VS and SDLT Media Handbook Page 7
Table 1 shows the basic characteristics of the drives. 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. Dell DLT, VS and SDLT Media Handbook Page 7
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... Can only read media if it was formatted with a VS80 or DLT1 drive. Figure 8 SDLT Media 9W085 NO NO NO NO NO NO Primary Primary 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...
... Can only read media if it was formatted with a VS80 or DLT1 drive. Figure 8 SDLT Media 9W085 NO NO NO NO NO NO Primary Primary 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...
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...media will come on • Tape ejects Reusing Type IV Media Formatted by DLT7000 or DLT8000 in VS80/DLT1 Drives • By default, Type IV media previously recorded by a DLT7000 or DLT8000 is not read media created with original use and formatting information Dell DLT, VS and SDLT Media...8226; Cleaning light comes on • Media light flashes or stays on • SDLT220 cannot read Type IV media originally formatted in DLT1/VS80 drives. A tape formatted in 20GB mode appears as new media and is usable in DLT7000 and DLT8000 drives only if drive compression was formatted by SDLT320...
...media will come on • Tape ejects Reusing Type IV Media Formatted by DLT7000 or DLT8000 in VS80/DLT1 Drives • By default, Type IV media previously recorded by a DLT7000 or DLT8000 is not read media created with original use and formatting information Dell DLT, VS and SDLT Media...8226; Cleaning light comes on • Media light flashes or stays on • SDLT220 cannot read Type IV media originally formatted in DLT1/VS80 drives. A tape formatted in 20GB mode appears as new media and is usable in DLT7000 and DLT8000 drives only if drive compression was formatted by SDLT320...
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...write to write in an SDLT220 format. The drive automatically ejects the tape 4 - Orange (220) LED blinks indicating that indicates no indicator on the SDLT that a 220-formatted tape is available for both Windows® and Linux platforms. Dell DLT, VS and SDLT Media Handbook Page 10 This software utility ... lights come on. No lights blink. Table 3 Type IV, VS1, and SDLT1 Media Read/Write Compatibility __ Drives in BLUE read -only in DLT4000, DLT1, and VS80 if density 20.0 is selected on the front panel of SDLT drives. Orange alert/media light comes on. 2 - They can also read Type...
...write to write in an SDLT220 format. The drive automatically ejects the tape 4 - Orange (220) LED blinks indicating that indicates no indicator on the SDLT that a 220-formatted tape is available for both Windows® and Linux platforms. Dell DLT, VS and SDLT Media Handbook Page 10 This software utility ... lights come on. No lights blink. Table 3 Type IV, VS1, and SDLT1 Media Read/Write Compatibility __ Drives in BLUE read -only in DLT4000, DLT1, and VS80 if density 20.0 is selected on the front panel of SDLT drives. Orange alert/media light comes on. 2 - They can also read Type...
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... and not recommended. • Tape can track usage. may be designated DLT1 or VS80. DLT4000 DLT7000 DLT8000 DLT1 VS80 VS160 SDLT220 SDLT320 Characteristics Not Available Dell does not sell this cleaning eject the cartridge and tape is used to clean Cleaning media to • Tape leader is a VS160 drive, ...User keeps track 20 Uses User keeps track Table 4 Cleaning Media Compatibility 20 Uses Tape keeps track Dell DLT, VS and SDLT Media Handbook Page 11 4 Cleaning Considerations Although DLT4000/7000/8000/DLT1 and VS80 drives use the same Type IV data media, they DO NOT all ...
... and not recommended. • Tape can track usage. may be designated DLT1 or VS80. DLT4000 DLT7000 DLT8000 DLT1 VS80 VS160 SDLT220 SDLT320 Characteristics Not Available Dell does not sell this cleaning eject the cartridge and tape is used to clean Cleaning media to • Tape leader is a VS160 drive, ...User keeps track 20 Uses User keeps track Table 4 Cleaning Media Compatibility 20 Uses Tape keeps track Dell DLT, VS and SDLT Media Handbook Page 11 4 Cleaning Considerations Although DLT4000/7000/8000/DLT1 and VS80 drives use the same Type IV data media, they DO NOT all ...
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...type. Dell DLT, VS and SDLT Media Handbook Page 12 The cartridge has little or no method to determine that the cleaning tape is expired except to ensure that the cleaning tape may be exhausted. It is the customer's responsibility to record usage of Using Expired Cleaning Media X - With DLT1/VS80... and VS160 there is no effect on the check box label. Exhausted Cleaning Media If a cleaning tape is inserted into a DLT/SDLT drive and the light remains on the model drive, if ...
...type. Dell DLT, VS and SDLT Media Handbook Page 12 The cartridge has little or no method to determine that the cleaning tape is expired except to ensure that the cleaning tape may be exhausted. It is the customer's responsibility to record usage of Using Expired Cleaning Media X - With DLT1/VS80... and VS160 there is no effect on the check box label. Exhausted Cleaning Media If a cleaning tape is inserted into a DLT/SDLT drive and the light remains on the model drive, if ...
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...Do not use . Pencils can introduce contaminants to prevent labels from your skin contaminate the tape and affect performance. Dust and oils from accidently covering the hub Never touch the tape or tape leader. Media Care Guidelines DLTtape cartridges are manufactured to withstand 1,000,000 passes, and have... labels provided. Write in use adhesive labels or Post-it into the drive. Store loose labels separately to the tape path. Figure 16 Media Care Dell DLT, VS and SDLT Media Handbook Page 15 For best results, follow these guidelines for media care: Protect cartridges...
...Do not use . Pencils can introduce contaminants to prevent labels from your skin contaminate the tape and affect performance. Dust and oils from accidently covering the hub Never touch the tape or tape leader. Media Care Guidelines DLTtape cartridges are manufactured to withstand 1,000,000 passes, and have... labels provided. Write in use adhesive labels or Post-it into the drive. Store loose labels separately to the tape path. Figure 16 Media Care Dell DLT, VS and SDLT Media Handbook Page 15 For best results, follow these guidelines for media care: Protect cartridges...
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... be introduced into the label slot on your cartridges. Labels clinging to the cartridge because of the cartridge. To decrease the chance of a tape drive failure due to improper labeling, follow these guidelines for proper application of labels in the storage box. Store extra labels away from the ...cartridge. Figure 17 Proper Label Placement Figure 18 Proper Barcode Placement Dell DLT, VS and SDLT Media Handbook Page 16 Placing anywhere other than this label slot may result in the front label slot (see ...
... be introduced into the label slot on your cartridges. Labels clinging to the cartridge because of the cartridge. To decrease the chance of a tape drive failure due to improper labeling, follow these guidelines for proper application of labels in the storage box. Store extra labels away from the ...cartridge. Figure 17 Proper Label Placement Figure 18 Proper Barcode Placement Dell DLT, VS and SDLT Media Handbook Page 16 Placing anywhere other than this label slot may result in the front label slot (see ...
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...Ensure that the buckle is centered. Reel Locks: Check that could leave contamination, such as a pen or pencil. Figure 19 Media Inspection 1 Dell DLT, VS and SDLT Media Handbook Page 17 Gently shake the cartridge. Cartridge Leader: Gently inspect the cartridge leader to verify that the loop is...rattling or loose pieces. o DLTtape cartridges: Check the height of shipping damage If the DLT, DLT VS or SDLT drive becomes inoperable after loading a tape ! Listen for chips, cracks, dents, or missing screws. Press the hub; it has not been damaged and is sticking up approximately 3/16" ...
...Ensure that the buckle is centered. Reel Locks: Check that could leave contamination, such as a pen or pencil. Figure 19 Media Inspection 1 Dell DLT, VS and SDLT Media Handbook Page 17 Gently shake the cartridge. Cartridge Leader: Gently inspect the cartridge leader to verify that the loop is...rattling or loose pieces. o DLTtape cartridges: Check the height of shipping damage If the DLT, DLT VS or SDLT drive becomes inoperable after loading a tape ! Listen for chips, cracks, dents, or missing screws. Press the hub; it has not been damaged and is sticking up approximately 3/16" ...
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Refer to Figure 30 to check the leader buckles on the media. Dell DLT, VS and SDLT Media Handbook Page 21 SDLT Media When inspecting an SDLT media cartridge refer to the following diagrams to identify bentin leader ... bend the leader buckles. Figure 30 SDLT Bent-In Leader Buckles Media with bent-in leader buckles can pull the tape media further into the take-up reel. This stress can cause the tape drive to drop the leader when trying to the spring-loaded cartridge hub. Figure 29 shows a good cartridge.
Refer to Figure 30 to check the leader buckles on the media. Dell DLT, VS and SDLT Media Handbook Page 21 SDLT Media When inspecting an SDLT media cartridge refer to the following diagrams to identify bentin leader ... bend the leader buckles. Figure 30 SDLT Bent-In Leader Buckles Media with bent-in leader buckles can pull the tape media further into the take-up reel. This stress can cause the tape drive to drop the leader when trying to the spring-loaded cartridge hub. Figure 29 shows a good cartridge.
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or higher Dell DLT, VS and SDLT Media Handbook Page 23 Media Do's and Do Not's Do Store cartridges in their protective cases Handle cartridges with bare fingers ... grooves interlock Inspect cartridges prior to each use Unload cartridges prior to reach the same operating temperature and humidity level as the drive. 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 Media Do's and Do Not's Do Store cartridges in their protective cases Handle cartridges with bare fingers ... grooves interlock Inspect cartridges prior to each use Unload cartridges prior to reach the same operating temperature and humidity level as the drive. This allows tapes to powering down the drive Allow a 24-hour conditioning period before using new or stored cartridges.