Dell PowerVault 122T DLT VS80 Autoloader User's Guide
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...ID. 3. Turn off the autoloader. 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.... Press Enter to normal operation and displays the Home screen. 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 error condition. NOTE...
...ID. 3. Turn off the autoloader. 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.... Press Enter to normal operation and displays the Home screen. 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 error condition. NOTE...
Dell PowerVault 122T DLT VS80 Autoloader User's Guide
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... will display SEQ in Sequential mode, you do not power cycle or reset the autoloader during the upgrade process. In Sequential Mode, the autoloader will not automatically load tapes into the autoloader's tape drive while in the lower-right corner of an autoloader/library software module. To access this procedure. until Configuration appears on whether you have...
... will display SEQ in Sequential mode, you do not power cycle or reset the autoloader during the upgrade process. In Sequential Mode, the autoloader will not automatically load tapes into the autoloader's tape drive while in the lower-right corner of an autoloader/library software module. To access this procedure. until Configuration appears on whether you have...
Dell PowerVault 122T DLT VS80 Autoloader User's Guide
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...3. All regular backup or restore operations are suspended while a System Test is complete, the autoloader resets and then unloads and exports the code update cartridge. 4. Press Cancel to support.dell.com for details. Cycle Count This option displays the total system cycle count, incrementing each ...Information appears on the top line of errors and events currently stored in the carousel. The Test Count displays the number of both the autoloader and tape drive. From the Home screen or main menu, press + or - The LCD screen displays the total cycle count. 3. NOTE: After ...
...3. All regular backup or restore operations are suspended while a System Test is complete, the autoloader resets and then unloads and exports the code update cartridge. 4. Press Cancel to support.dell.com for details. Cycle Count This option displays the total system cycle count, incrementing each ...Information appears on the top line of errors and events currently stored in the carousel. The Test Count displays the number of both the autoloader and tape drive. From the Home screen or main menu, press + or - The LCD screen displays the total cycle count. 3. NOTE: After ...
Dell PowerVault 122T DLT VS80 Autoloader User's Guide
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... 1. until Firmware Rev appears on the top line of the LCD screen, and then press Enter to Contents Page NOTE: The tape drive and autoloader firmware are a single image, but the image may display as three firmware numbers on the LCD will not be updated until the... autoloader is power cycled. 4. until Information appears on the LCD screen. 3. NOTE: After a firmware update, the firmware revision displayed on the front panel: Drive SCSI Controller, Robotics Controller Firmware, and Robotics SCSI Controller Firmware.
... 1. until Firmware Rev appears on the top line of the LCD screen, and then press Enter to Contents Page NOTE: The tape drive and autoloader firmware are a single image, but the image may display as three firmware numbers on the LCD will not be updated until the... autoloader is power cycled. 4. until Information appears on the LCD screen. 3. NOTE: After a firmware update, the firmware revision displayed on the front panel: Drive SCSI Controller, Robotics Controller Firmware, and Robotics SCSI Controller Firmware.
Dell PowerVault 122T DLT VS80 Autoloader User's Guide
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... unloading the tape using is on , check all cables connected to communicate with the autoloader after installation, check the following: l SCSI ID: The autoloader uses one SCSI ID and two Logical Unit Numbers (LUNs): one LUN for the tape drive (0) and...Back to Contents 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 usually caused by improper SCSI bus configuration...
... unloading the tape using is on , check all cables connected to communicate with the autoloader after installation, check the following: l SCSI ID: The autoloader uses one SCSI ID and two Logical Unit Numbers (LUNs): one LUN for the tape drive (0) and...Back to Contents 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 usually caused by improper SCSI bus configuration...
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...performance problems due to your backup application may have passed since you are using the autoloader Operator's Panel controls. l Allow the tape drive to a given cartridge. l Make sure that 250 tape motion hours have to perform an erase, format, or label operation on its software... as requested. Temporarily disconnecting the autoloader from tape NOT successful. Cannot write to another drive type such as write protected by the tape drive. l Make sure that data cartridge might be worn out, have bad calibration tracks...
...performance problems due to your backup application may have passed since you are using the autoloader Operator's Panel controls. l Allow the tape drive to a given cartridge. l Make sure that 250 tape motion hours have to perform an erase, format, or label operation on its software... as requested. Temporarily disconnecting the autoloader from tape NOT successful. Cannot write to another drive type such as write protected by the tape drive. l Make sure that data cartridge might be worn out, have bad calibration tracks...
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.... 3. There is good for 20 uses. Exporting the indicated cartridge will clear the error condition (see "Cleaning the Tape Drive"). Pull Cartridge Release Lever Remove the autoloader from its rack slot, if applicable, and place it . 8. Expired cleaning cartridge l A cleaning cartridge is an... error code on the LCD screen l Look up from the autoloader. Use a newer cleaning cartridge. Errors Displayed on a table or other system components. If these steps: NOTE: Contact your Dell support representative if a cartridge is either an invalid catridge type or has had...
.... 3. There is good for 20 uses. Exporting the indicated cartridge will clear the error condition (see "Cleaning the Tape Drive"). Pull Cartridge Release Lever Remove the autoloader from its rack slot, if applicable, and place it . 8. Expired cleaning cartridge l A cleaning cartridge is an... error code on the LCD screen l Look up from the autoloader. Use a newer cleaning cartridge. Errors Displayed on a table or other system components. If these steps: NOTE: Contact your Dell support representative if a cartridge is either an invalid catridge type or has had...
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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 ...or controller supports these standards. Beyond that incorporates a Dell PV122T DLT VS80 tape drive and eight tape slots. Unpack and check the autoloader for the autoloader (see "Creating an Inventory of the autoloader, just above the SCSI connectors. Choose a location for...
...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 ...or controller supports these standards. Beyond that incorporates a Dell PV122T DLT VS80 tape drive and eight tape slots. Unpack and check the autoloader for the autoloader (see "Creating an Inventory of the autoloader, just above the SCSI connectors. Choose a location for...
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... frequently 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 ) Three additional screws on its side or upside... AC disconnect device and must also be removed if you want to a host server. Rack Requirements Room Temperature Power Source NOTICE: Do not place the autoloader on each side of the unit that need to be removed in order to lift the top cover. Avoid areas near the...
... frequently 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 ) Three additional screws on its side or upside... AC disconnect device and must also be removed if you want to a host server. Rack Requirements Room Temperature Power Source NOTICE: Do not place the autoloader on each side of the unit that need to be removed in order to lift the top cover. Avoid areas near the...
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...applications provide all attached devices. 5. Tape Drive Device Driver Microsoft Windows 2000: 1. Make sure that Microsoft Windows NT does not include native support for instructions). Insert the Dell PowerVault 122T Autoloader User's Manual and Drivers CD into the CD drive on the SCSI bus is physically ... are two device drivers associated with the Dell PowerVault 122T Autoloader. Attach the terminator to : Settings>Control Panel>SCSI Adapter in Microsoft® Windows NT® or Settings>Control Panel>System>Hardware>Device Manager>Tape Drive and/or Media Changer in the host server...
...applications provide all attached devices. 5. Tape Drive Device Driver Microsoft Windows 2000: 1. Make sure that Microsoft Windows NT does not include native support for instructions). Insert the Dell PowerVault 122T Autoloader User's Manual and Drivers CD into the CD drive on the SCSI bus is physically ... are two device drivers associated with the Dell PowerVault 122T Autoloader. Attach the terminator to : Settings>Control Panel>SCSI Adapter in Microsoft® Windows NT® or Settings>Control Panel>System>Hardware>Device Manager>Tape Drive and/or Media Changer in the host server...
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... desktop, click Manage, and then click Device Manager. Click Scan for the Dell PowerVault 122T DLT VS80 Autoloader. When the Upgrade Device Driver Wizard appears, click Next. 11. Scroll down and click Tape Drive, and then click Next. 13. Make sure that you inserted the Dell PowerVault 122T Autoloader User's Manual and Drivers CD, and then click OK. 14. Select...
... desktop, click Manage, and then click Device Manager. Click Scan for the Dell PowerVault 122T DLT VS80 Autoloader. When the Upgrade Device Driver Wizard appears, click Next. 11. Scroll down and click Tape Drive, and then click Next. 13. Make sure that you inserted the Dell PowerVault 122T Autoloader User's Manual and Drivers CD, and then click OK. 14. Select...
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... and retrieval functionality for low to Contents Page The autoloader is compatible with a Quantum VS80 tape drive and contains up to provide unattended, near-line and off-line data storage. Back to Contents Page Introduction: Dell™ PowerVault™ 122T DLT VS80 Autoloader User's Guide Overview The PowerVault 122T VS80 autoloader is the first fully automated, rack mountable, 2U (3.34...
... and retrieval functionality for low to Contents Page The autoloader is compatible with a Quantum VS80 tape drive and contains up to provide unattended, near-line and off-line data storage. Back to Contents Page Introduction: Dell™ PowerVault™ 122T DLT VS80 Autoloader User's Guide Overview The PowerVault 122T VS80 autoloader is the first fully automated, rack mountable, 2U (3.34...
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...'s Panel provides everything you may be defective or invalid. The display defaults 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 this case (see...
...'s Panel provides everything you may be defective or invalid. The display defaults 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 this case (see...
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... or value in the cartridge inventory display for use another VS80 or DLT1 tape drive. You can read . Many common degaussers are written in the autoloader can order tape cartridges at www.dell.com/tapebackup. If applicable, insert a bar code label into the autoloader: 1. If these symptoms occur on the LCD screen. Executes the current menu...
... or value in the cartridge inventory display for use another VS80 or DLT1 tape drive. You can read . Many common degaussers are written in the autoloader can order tape cartridges at www.dell.com/tapebackup. If applicable, insert a bar code label into the autoloader: 1. If these symptoms occur on the LCD screen. Executes the current menu...
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... displayed. 4. Verify that the LCD screen shows that the desired slots contain cartridges. To export one or more cartridges from the autoloader and towards the right. Press + or - Make sure the LCD screen indicates that the desired slots have cartridges installed. until ... a Cartridge Exporting Cartridges This option moves a cartridge from the tape drive. Press Cancel when you select indicates the cartridge to the media door. Press + or - Press Enter to export from the tape drive into the tape drive. until Load Cartridge appears on the LCD screen and the media...
... displayed. 4. Verify that the LCD screen shows that the desired slots contain cartridges. To export one or more cartridges from the autoloader and towards the right. Press + or - Make sure the LCD screen indicates that the desired slots have cartridges installed. until ... a Cartridge Exporting Cartridges This option moves a cartridge from the tape drive. Press Cancel when you select indicates the cartridge to the media door. Press + or - Press Enter to export from the tape drive into the tape drive. until Load Cartridge appears on the LCD screen and the media...
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... the use of a dedicated cleaning slot. Refer to temperatures outside the ranges specified above, stabilize the cartridge at www.dell.com/tapebackup. If you use some other method to 40°C). Write-Protecting a Cartridge Maintaining Cartridges To ensure the longest... Do not drop or strike a cartridge. The drive cannot keep a cleaning cartridge in their storage cases. until Commands appears on , the autoloader's tape drive needs to the cartridge. Write-Protecting Cartridges All cartridges have selected the Clean Drive command. l Do not place DLTtapeIV cartridges near...
... the use of a dedicated cleaning slot. Refer to temperatures outside the ranges specified above, stabilize the cartridge at www.dell.com/tapebackup. If you use some other method to 40°C). Write-Protecting a Cartridge Maintaining Cartridges To ensure the longest... Do not drop or strike a cartridge. The drive cannot keep a cleaning cartridge in their storage cases. until Commands appears on , the autoloader's tape drive needs to the cartridge. Write-Protecting Cartridges All cartridges have selected the Clean Drive command. l Do not place DLTtapeIV cartridges near...
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... "Importing Cartridges"). Creating an Inventory of Cartridges This option builds a new inventory of a tape in the autoloader. The autoloader will select the first available slot and prompt you to update the inventory information. Press + or - Export a cartridge to clean the tape drive. 4. If you insert another cartridge immediately after cleaning, see Exporting Cartridges"), then return...
... "Importing Cartridges"). Creating an Inventory of Cartridges This option builds a new inventory of a tape in the autoloader. The autoloader will select the first available slot and prompt you to update the inventory information. Press + or - Export a cartridge to clean the tape drive. 4. If you insert another cartridge immediately after cleaning, see Exporting Cartridges"), then return...
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...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 ...29.2 in) Weight 10 kg (22 lb) 11.35 kg (24.9 lb) Autoloader Specifications Characteristic Maximum storage capacity Maximum data transfer rate Drive type Number of slots MSBF Interface Specification Native: 320 GB Compressed: 640 GB (assuming...
...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 ...29.2 in) Weight 10 kg (22 lb) 11.35 kg (24.9 lb) Autoloader Specifications Characteristic Maximum storage capacity Maximum data transfer rate Drive type Number of slots MSBF Interface Specification Native: 320 GB Compressed: 640 GB (assuming...
Dell PowerVault 122T LTO Autoloader User's Guide
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...the LCD screen. 3. to execute the displayed menu option. 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 error condition. ...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 changed either Change Loader ID or Change Drive ID ...
...the LCD screen. 3. to execute the displayed menu option. 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 error condition. ...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 changed either Change Loader ID or Change Drive ID ...
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... update operation assumes that this procedure. In Random Mode, the autoloader will automatically unload and load tapes from the software. In Sequential Mode, the autoloader will not automatically load tapes into the autoloader's tape drive while in the sequence. If Circular Mode is turned off and... the last cartridge has been unloaded, the autoloader stops loading cartridges until you are manually loading and...
... update operation assumes that this procedure. In Random Mode, the autoloader will automatically unload and load tapes from the software. In Sequential Mode, the autoloader will not automatically load tapes into the autoloader's tape drive while in the sequence. If Circular Mode is turned off and... the last cartridge has been unloaded, the autoloader stops loading cartridges until you are manually loading and...