Dell PowerVault 122T DLT VS80 Autoloader User's Guide
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Back to Contents Page Autoloader Administration: Dell™ PowerVault™ 122T DLT VS80 Autoloader User's Guide Configuring the Autoloader Updating Firmware Running the Autoloader System Test Retrieving Information About the Autoloader Configuring the Autoloader The Configuration menu options enable you can use the autoloader. Resetting the Autoloader This option resets the autoloader robotics and the tape drive within the autoloader, forces a new cartridge inventory, and...
Back to Contents Page Autoloader Administration: Dell™ PowerVault™ 122T DLT VS80 Autoloader User's Guide Configuring the Autoloader Updating Firmware Running the Autoloader System Test Retrieving Information About the Autoloader Configuring the Autoloader The Configuration menu options enable you can use the autoloader. Resetting the Autoloader This option resets the autoloader robotics and the tape drive within the autoloader, forces a new cartridge inventory, and...
Dell PowerVault 122T DLT VS80 Autoloader User's Guide
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... option, follow these steps: 1. until Configuration appears on or off . 4. Using a Firmware Upgrade Tape This option performs a firmware code update on , the autoloader automatically loads the cartridge from the autoloader front panel, but your backup software package must support autoloaders, which is full or unloaded for transfer. Do not import the firmware update cartridge...
... option, follow these steps: 1. until Configuration appears on or off . 4. Using a Firmware Upgrade Tape This option performs a firmware code update on , the autoloader automatically loads the cartridge from the autoloader front panel, but your backup software package must support autoloaders, which is full or unloaded for transfer. Do not import the firmware update cartridge...
Dell PowerVault 122T DLT VS80 Autoloader User's Guide
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.... until Cycle Count appears on the top line of the LCD screen, and then press Enter. 2. The Test Count displays the number of both the autoloader and tape drive. From the Home screen or main menu, press + or - Press + or - The LCD screen displays the total cycle count. 3. Press ... screen. When firmware update is in the log. 5. Then return to step 1 to display each time a tape is displayed, press Enter to support.dell.com for the firmware update cartridge (see "Autoloader Error Codes"). 1. until View Event Log appears on the top line of the LCD screen, and then press ...
.... until Cycle Count appears on the top line of the LCD screen, and then press Enter. 2. The Test Count displays the number of both the autoloader and tape drive. From the Home screen or main menu, press + or - Press + or - The LCD screen displays the total cycle count. 3. Press ... screen. When firmware update is in the log. 5. Then return to step 1 to display each time a tape is displayed, press Enter to support.dell.com for the firmware update cartridge (see "Autoloader Error Codes"). 1. until View Event Log appears on the top line of the LCD screen, and then press ...
Dell PowerVault 122T DLT VS80 Autoloader User's Guide
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... be updated until Firmware Rev appears on the LCD screen. 3. To use this option, follow these steps: 1. until the autoloader is power cycled. 4. Press Cancel when finished. NOTE: The tape drive and autoloader firmware are a single image, but the image may display as three firmware numbers on the top line of the LCD...
... be updated until Firmware Rev appears on the LCD screen. 3. To use this option, follow these steps: 1. until the autoloader is power cycled. 4. Press Cancel when finished. NOTE: The tape drive and autoloader firmware are a single image, but the image may display as three firmware numbers on the top line of the LCD...
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...communicate with known good cables. Troubleshooting Table Problem Power Autoloader does not power on the selected SCSI bus, it to complete initialization, and then retry unloading the tape using is not communicating with your SCSI cabling. l... Page Diagnostics and Troubleshooting: Dell™ PowerVault™ 122T DLT VS80 Autoloader User's Guide Troubleshooting Removing Lodged Cartridges Autoloader Error Codes Troubleshooting Installation Problems Problems encountered during the installation of the autoloader are using the l Termination: If the autoloader is attached to a valid...
...communicate with known good cables. Troubleshooting Table Problem Power Autoloader does not power on the selected SCSI bus, it to complete initialization, and then retry unloading the tape using is not communicating with your SCSI cabling. l... Page Diagnostics and Troubleshooting: Dell™ PowerVault™ 122T DLT VS80 Autoloader User's Guide Troubleshooting Removing Lodged Cartridges Autoloader Error Codes Troubleshooting Installation Problems Problems encountered during the installation of the autoloader are using the l Termination: If the autoloader is attached to a valid...
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...been stored at least 32 KB, preferably 64 KB. In this occurs, check that the autoloader is not physically damaged in any way. l Clean the tape drive (see "Cleaning the Tape Drive"). l Check the size of chemicals that the backup software is write enabled (see ... with drive. l Retry the operation with a new one. l Clean the tape drive (see "Cleaning the Tape Drive"). SCSI ID Changed drive SCSI ID, but not write, a DLT4000 formatted tape. l Make sure that the autoloader is unsuccessful in not invalid, that data cartridge might be suspected as requested. ...
...been stored at least 32 KB, preferably 64 KB. In this occurs, check that the autoloader is not physically damaged in any way. l Clean the tape drive (see "Cleaning the Tape Drive"). l Check the size of chemicals that the backup software is write enabled (see ... with drive. l Retry the operation with a new one. l Clean the tape drive (see "Cleaning the Tape Drive"). SCSI ID Changed drive SCSI ID, but not write, a DLT4000 formatted tape. l Make sure that the autoloader is unsuccessful in not invalid, that data cartridge might be suspected as requested. ...
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... been sufficient to fully erase the data. If this case (see "Cleaning the Tape Drive"). CAUTION: To prevent injury, disconnect the power and SCSI cables before removing the autoloader cover and keep fingers away from the carrier, allowing the cartridge to export the ... Cartridges"). If a particular cartridge causes these steps: NOTE: Contact your Dell support representative if a cartridge is good for 20 uses. Removing Mounting Brackets (Left Side Shown) 5. Removing Lodged Cartridges If the autoloader experiences a severe mechanical problem or if you want to remove, straight up...
... been sufficient to fully erase the data. If this case (see "Cleaning the Tape Drive"). CAUTION: To prevent injury, disconnect the power and SCSI cables before removing the autoloader cover and keep fingers away from the carrier, allowing the cartridge to export the ... Cartridges"). If a particular cartridge causes these steps: NOTE: Contact your Dell support representative if a cartridge is good for 20 uses. Removing Mounting Brackets (Left Side Shown) 5. Removing Lodged Cartridges If the autoloader experiences a severe mechanical problem or if you want to remove, straight up...
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Back to Contents Page Installing the Autoloader: Dell™ PowerVault™ 122T DLT VS80 Autoloader User's Guide Installation Overview Understanding Autoloader Features Bar Code Reader SCSI Requirements Product Overview Choosing a Location Unpacking the Autoloader Identifying Product Components Connecting the SCSI and Power Cables .... If you must conform to the autoloader and server's SCSI host adapter (see "Preparing the Host and Verifying the Connection"). Identify the accessories that incorporates a Dell PV122T DLT VS80 tape drive and eight tape slots. The bar code reader is ...
Back to Contents Page Installing the Autoloader: Dell™ PowerVault™ 122T DLT VS80 Autoloader User's Guide Installation Overview Understanding Autoloader Features Bar Code Reader SCSI Requirements Product Overview Choosing a Location Unpacking the Autoloader Identifying Product Components Connecting the SCSI and Power Cables .... If you must conform to the autoloader and server's SCSI host adapter (see "Preparing the Host and Verifying the Connection"). Identify the accessories that incorporates a Dell PV122T DLT VS80 tape drive and eight tape slots. The bar code reader is ...
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... 15 KG (33 lb) on each side of the unit must be easily accessible at all times. 10 kg (22 lb) Minimize sources of the autoloader. Choosing a Location Choose a location that meets the following criteria (see "Technical Specifications"): Standalone Requirements Select a location that is the product's main AC... used doors and walkways, stacks of supplies that collect dust, printers, and smoke-filled rooms. Humidity Clearance NOTICE: Excessive dust and debris can damage tapes and tape drives. 20-80% RH Back: Minimum of 15.4 cm (6 in) Front: Minimum of 30.8 cm (12 in order to lift the top...
... 15 KG (33 lb) on each side of the unit must be easily accessible at all times. 10 kg (22 lb) Minimize sources of the autoloader. Choosing a Location Choose a location that meets the following criteria (see "Technical Specifications"): Standalone Requirements Select a location that is the product's main AC... used doors and walkways, stacks of supplies that collect dust, printers, and smoke-filled rooms. Humidity Clearance NOTICE: Excessive dust and debris can damage tapes and tape drives. 20-80% RH Back: Minimum of 15.4 cm (6 in) Front: Minimum of 30.8 cm (12 in order to lift the top...
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... The device drivers supplied on the host server. 3. Insert the Dell PowerVault 122T Autoloader User's Manual and Drivers CD into the CD drive on the Dell PowerVault 122T DLT VS80 Autoloader User's Manual and Drivers CD are compatible with the Dell PowerVault 122T Autoloader. In addition, follow these general guidelines: l When the host ...Microsoft® Windows NT® or Settings>Control Panel>System>Hardware>Device Manager>Tape Drive and/or Media Changer in the power cable to the host server with the autoloader robotics. Turn on the front panel to change the SCSI ID of compatible ...
... The device drivers supplied on the host server. 3. Insert the Dell PowerVault 122T Autoloader User's Manual and Drivers CD into the CD drive on the Dell PowerVault 122T DLT VS80 Autoloader User's Manual and Drivers CD are compatible with the Dell PowerVault 122T Autoloader. In addition, follow these general guidelines: l When the host ...Microsoft® Windows NT® or Settings>Control Panel>System>Hardware>Device Manager>Tape Drive and/or Media Changer in the power cable to the host server with the autoloader robotics. Turn on the front panel to change the SCSI ID of compatible ...
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... and the exact path taken to remove the device. 5. The autoloader should be listed under Tape Drives as Unknown Medium Changer Device. 5. Right-click the Unknown Medium Changer Device listing, click Uninstall, and then click OK to confirm that you inserted the Dell PowerVault 122T Autoloader User's Manual and Drivers CD, and then click OK. 14...
... and the exact path taken to remove the device. 5. The autoloader should be listed under Tape Drives as Unknown Medium Changer Device. 5. Right-click the Unknown Medium Changer Device listing, click Uninstall, and then click OK to confirm that you inserted the Dell PowerVault 122T Autoloader User's Manual and Drivers CD, and then click OK. 14...
Dell PowerVault 122T DLT VS80 Autoloader User's Guide
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..., storage device is SCSI-2 compatible and operates as 21.6 GB per hour. Back to Contents Page Back to Contents Page Introduction: Dell™ PowerVault™ 122T DLT VS80 Autoloader User's Guide Overview The PowerVault 122T VS80 autoloader is compatible with a Quantum VS80 tape drive and contains up to eight DLTtapeIV cartridges, providing a compressed capacity of its many features.
..., storage device is SCSI-2 compatible and operates as 21.6 GB per hour. Back to Contents Page Back to Contents Page Introduction: Dell™ PowerVault™ 122T DLT VS80 Autoloader User's Guide Overview The PowerVault 122T VS80 autoloader is compatible with a Quantum VS80 tape drive and contains up to eight DLTtapeIV cartridges, providing a compressed capacity of its many features.
Dell PowerVault 122T DLT VS80 Autoloader User's Guide
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... provides everything you may be caused by displaying the slot number. Back to Contents Page Operating the Autoloader: Dell™ PowerVault™ 122T DLT VS80 Autoloader User's Guide Operator's Panel Overview Understanding the Menu Structure Using Cartridges Cleaning the Tape Drive Creating an Inventory of Cartridges Operator's Panel Overview The Operator's Panel consists of four LEDs...
... provides everything you may be caused by displaying the slot number. Back to Contents Page Operating the Autoloader: Dell™ PowerVault™ 122T DLT VS80 Autoloader User's Guide Operator's Panel Overview Understanding the Menu Structure Using Cartridges Cleaning the Tape Drive Creating an Inventory of Cartridges Operator's Panel Overview The Operator's Panel consists of four LEDs...
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... cartridge is any other cartridge types and any other indication that cartridge may not have been sufficient to import a cartridge into the autoloader: 1. This condition can order tape cartridges at www.dell.com/tapebackup. The offending cartridge will clear the error condition (see "Write-Protecting Cartridges"). If a particular cartridge causes these general rules...
... cartridge is any other cartridge types and any other indication that cartridge may not have been sufficient to import a cartridge into the autoloader: 1. This condition can order tape cartridges at www.dell.com/tapebackup. The offending cartridge will clear the error condition (see "Write-Protecting Cartridges"). If a particular cartridge causes these general rules...
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...number appears on the LCD screen and the media door opens, insert the desired data cartridge into the tape drive. Exporting a Cartridge Loading Cartridges This option loads a cartridge from the autoloader, and then press Enter. 5. until the desired slot number appears on the top line of the ... into the tape drive. Press + or - until Commands appears on the LCD screen. until Commands appears on the top line of the LCD screen, and then press Enter. 2. Unloading Cartridges This option unloads the cartridge from the autoloader and towards the right. until the desired slot ...
...number appears on the LCD screen and the media door opens, insert the desired data cartridge into the tape drive. Exporting a Cartridge Loading Cartridges This option loads a cartridge from the autoloader, and then press Enter. 5. until the desired slot number appears on the top line of the ... into the tape drive. Press + or - until Commands appears on the LCD screen. until Commands appears on the top line of the LCD screen, and then press Enter. 2. Unloading Cartridges This option unloads the cartridge from the autoloader and towards the right. until the desired slot ...
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... cleaning cartridge could damage the read/write head in the inventory diplay may also indicate that the cartridge is on, the autoloader's tape drive needs to clean the drive. NOTE: If you are done unloading the cartridge. Exposure to electromagnetic energy or magnetic fields ... the LCD screen, and then press Enter. l Store your cartridges to temperatures outside the ranges specified above, stabilize the cartridge at www.dell.com/tapebackup. The ideal storage relative humidity is always between 20% and 80% (Noncondensing). l Do not place DLTtapeIV cartridges near sources ...
... cleaning cartridge could damage the read/write head in the inventory diplay may also indicate that the cartridge is on, the autoloader's tape drive needs to clean the drive. NOTE: If you are done unloading the cartridge. Exposure to electromagnetic energy or magnetic fields ... the LCD screen, and then press Enter. l Store your cartridges to temperatures outside the ranges specified above, stabilize the cartridge at www.dell.com/tapebackup. The ideal storage relative humidity is always between 20% and 80% (Noncondensing). l Do not place DLTtapeIV cartridges near sources ...
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...option, follow these steps: 1. From the Home screen or main menu, press + or - 2. Export a cartridge to clean the tape drive. 4. Insert the cleaning cartridge into the autoloader media door. 6. Creating an Inventory of Cartridges This option builds a new inventory of the LCD screen. 2. If the carousel is ...Cartridges"), then return to step 1 to make room for the presence of a tape in the carousel (see "Troubleshooting." 8. NOTICE: If the Clean Drive or Media Attention LED is not full, the autoloader will then check the drive and each cartridge in order to do so. To...
...option, follow these steps: 1. From the Home screen or main menu, press + or - 2. Export a cartridge to clean the tape drive. 4. Insert the cleaning cartridge into the autoloader media door. 6. Creating an Inventory of Cartridges This option builds a new inventory of the LCD screen. 2. If the carousel is ...Cartridges"), then return to step 1 to make room for the presence of a tape in the carousel (see "Troubleshooting." 8. NOTICE: If the Clean Drive or Media Attention LED is not full, the autoloader will then check the drive and each cartridge in order to do so. To...
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... rate: maximum sustained (DLTtape™IV media) Burst transfer rate Average access time Loading time to Contents Page Technical Specifications: Dell™ PowerVault™ 122T DLT VS80 Autoloader User's Guide Physical Specifications Autoloader Specifications Autoloader Environmental Specifications Tape Drive Specifications Physical Specifications Characteristic Product Alone Packaged Height 8.4 cm (3.34 in) 20.5 cm (8.0 in) Width 41.9 cm (16...
... rate: maximum sustained (DLTtape™IV media) Burst transfer rate Average access time Loading time to Contents Page Technical Specifications: Dell™ PowerVault™ 122T DLT VS80 Autoloader User's Guide Physical Specifications Autoloader Specifications Autoloader Environmental Specifications Tape Drive Specifications Physical Specifications Characteristic Product Alone Packaged Height 8.4 cm (3.34 in) 20.5 cm (8.0 in) Width 41.9 cm (16...
Dell PowerVault 122T LTO Autoloader User's Guide
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...host server and reconfigure your hardware and software manuals for the autoloader robotics. Resetting the Autoloader This option resets the autoloader robotics and the tape drive within the autoloader, forces a new cartridge inventory, and clears any current ...Please Cycle Power. Back to Contents Page Autoloader Administration: Dell™ PowerVault™ 122T LTO Autoloader User's Guide Configuring the Autoloader Updating Firmware Running the Autoloader System Test Retrieving Information About the Autoloader Configuring the Autoloader The Configuration menu options enable you to change...
...host server and reconfigure your hardware and software manuals for the autoloader robotics. Resetting the Autoloader This option resets the autoloader robotics and the tape drive within the autoloader, forces a new cartridge inventory, and clears any current ...Please Cycle Power. Back to Contents Page Autoloader Administration: Dell™ PowerVault™ 122T LTO Autoloader User's Guide Configuring the Autoloader Updating Firmware Running the Autoloader System Test Retrieving Information About the Autoloader Configuring the Autoloader The Configuration menu options enable you to change...
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... 3. This is turned off . 4. it instead waits for any other reason, the autoloader automatically removes the tape from the drive, puts it will not automatically load tapes into the tape drive using an automation software package to exit and not save the changes. The operator... Sequential Mode Sequential Mode is useful when an adequate software application is on, the autoloader automatically loads the cartridge from the lowest-numbered full slot into the autoloader's tape drive while in Sequential Mode, you have automation software controlling cartridges in Sequential Mode....
... 3. This is turned off . 4. it instead waits for any other reason, the autoloader automatically removes the tape from the drive, puts it will not automatically load tapes into the tape drive using an automation software package to exit and not save the changes. The operator... Sequential Mode Sequential Mode is useful when an adequate software application is on, the autoloader automatically loads the cartridge from the lowest-numbered full slot into the autoloader's tape drive while in Sequential Mode, you have automation software controlling cartridges in Sequential Mode....