Dell PowerVault Tape Systems LTO Media Handbook
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Clean - PowerVault LTO-3 Tape Drives Table 3. LTO-3 Drive Types and Basic Characteristics PowerVault 110T LTO 3 PowerVault LTO-3-060 PowerVault LTO-3-080 Capacity (Native 400 GB/800 GB /Compressed) 400 GB/800 GB 400 GB/800 GB Native Speed 80 MB/s 60 MB/s 80 MB...Full height • Half height • LEDs (Vertical) - Activity - Error • Internal/External drive • Half height Supported Systems For a list of supported tape devices, firmware, and driver versions, see the Dell PowerVault Compatibility Matrix at dell.com/pvmatrix. 8 LTO Media Handbook Power -
Clean - PowerVault LTO-3 Tape Drives Table 3. LTO-3 Drive Types and Basic Characteristics PowerVault 110T LTO 3 PowerVault LTO-3-060 PowerVault LTO-3-080 Capacity (Native 400 GB/800 GB /Compressed) 400 GB/800 GB 400 GB/800 GB Native Speed 80 MB/s 60 MB/s 80 MB...Full height • Half height • LEDs (Vertical) - Activity - Error • Internal/External drive • Half height Supported Systems For a list of supported tape devices, firmware, and driver versions, see the Dell PowerVault Compatibility Matrix at dell.com/pvmatrix. 8 LTO Media Handbook Power -
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PowerVault LTO-4 and LTO-5 Drive Types and Basic Characteristics PowerVault LTO-4-120 PowerVault LTO-4-120 PowerVault LTO-5-140 (IBM) HH (IBM) (IBM) Capacity 800 GB/1600 GB (Native/ Compressed) 800 GB/1600 GB 1500 GB/3000 GB Native...8226; Half height • Internal/External drive • Internal/External • Internal/External drive drive Supported Systems For a list of supported tape devices, firmware, and driver versions, see the Dell PowerVault Compatibility Matrix at dell.com/pvmatrix. PowerVault LTO-4 and LTO-5 Tape Drives Table 4. LTO Media Handbook 9
PowerVault LTO-4 and LTO-5 Drive Types and Basic Characteristics PowerVault LTO-4-120 PowerVault LTO-4-120 PowerVault LTO-5-140 (IBM) HH (IBM) (IBM) Capacity 800 GB/1600 GB (Native/ Compressed) 800 GB/1600 GB 1500 GB/3000 GB Native...8226; Half height • Internal/External drive • Internal/External • Internal/External drive drive Supported Systems For a list of supported tape devices, firmware, and driver versions, see the Dell PowerVault Compatibility Matrix at dell.com/pvmatrix. PowerVault LTO-4 and LTO-5 Tape Drives Table 4. LTO Media Handbook 9
Dell PowerVault Tape Systems LTO Media Handbook
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... 5. This ensures optimal performance for Write Once, Read Many. Migrating media from one drive manufacturer to another are fixed through the drive firmware. WORM Media WORM media stands for migrating tape between different drive vendors. Specific WORM media barcode labels end in general do not require ...cleaning media was used to create media. WORM media can be labeled as the Sarbanes-Oxley Act of the tape. Migrating LTO Media Known issues for media migration from one manufacturer to another is fully supported. This document provides information on the tape. NOTE...
... 5. This ensures optimal performance for Write Once, Read Many. Migrating media from one drive manufacturer to another are fixed through the drive firmware. WORM Media WORM media stands for migrating tape between different drive vendors. Specific WORM media barcode labels end in general do not require ...cleaning media was used to create media. WORM media can be labeled as the Sarbanes-Oxley Act of the tape. Migrating LTO Media Known issues for media migration from one manufacturer to another is fully supported. This document provides information on the tape. NOTE...
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...• Status light blinks amber. • Status light on solid amber. • Ejects tape shortly after inserting. Dell PowerVault No seven segment display 110T LTO-3 indicator. • Activity light blinks green • Ejects tape shorty after. • Seven segment display shows 7.... - Dell PowerVault 110T LTO-2-L (Certance) • Power light on solid green. • Power light on solid green. • Activity light on solid • Activity light on . LTO Media Handbook 17 The Activity LED flashes fast. • Ejects tape shorty after inserting. • Firmware 53Y3 and...
...• Status light blinks amber. • Status light on solid amber. • Ejects tape shortly after inserting. Dell PowerVault No seven segment display 110T LTO-3 indicator. • Activity light blinks green • Ejects tape shorty after. • Seven segment display shows 7.... - Dell PowerVault 110T LTO-2-L (Certance) • Power light on solid green. • Power light on solid green. • Activity light on solid • Activity light on . LTO Media Handbook 17 The Activity LED flashes fast. • Ejects tape shorty after inserting. • Firmware 53Y3 and...
Dell PowerVault 122T DLT VS80 Autoloader User's Guide
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...ID. 3. The second line on again. 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 ...software before you to perform the following tasks: l Resetting the autoloader l Setting SCSI IDs l Autoloader operating modes l Updating firmware To access the Configuration menu from the operator panel until the power has been cycled. 6. until Configuration appears on the ...
...ID. 3. The second line on again. 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 ...software before you to perform the following tasks: l Resetting the autoloader l Setting SCSI IDs l Autoloader operating modes l Updating firmware To access the Configuration menu from the operator panel until the power has been cycled. 6. until Configuration appears on the ...
Dell PowerVault 122T DLT VS80 Autoloader User's Guide
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...Press Enter. The second line on , after the autoloader has cycled through all available cartridges, it will display SEQ in the sequence. Updating Firmware NOTICE: Regardless of the LCD screen, and then press Enter. 2. Press + or - In Random Mode, the autoloader will automatically unload... software application is called Stacker or Sequential Mode. Press + or - The LCD screen indicates whether you . Do not import the firmware update cartridge before starting this option, follow these steps: 1. This is not available. If the autoloader detects that the upgrade tape ...
...Press Enter. The second line on , after the autoloader has cycled through all available cartridges, it will display SEQ in the sequence. Updating Firmware NOTICE: Regardless of the LCD screen, and then press Enter. 2. Press + or - In Random Mode, the autoloader will automatically unload... software application is called Stacker or Sequential Mode. Press + or - The LCD screen indicates whether you . Do not import the firmware update cartridge before starting this option, follow these steps: 1. This is not available. If the autoloader detects that the upgrade tape ...
Dell PowerVault 122T DLT VS80 Autoloader User's Guide
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... screen displays the total cycle count. 3. From the Home screen or main menu, press + or - Press Enter to support.dell.com for details. Press + or - During the firmware update, which can take several minutes, the LCD screen displays CODE UPDATE IN PROGRESS. If you to display each time a tape... is loaded into the media door. NOTE: After a firmware update, the firmware revision displayed on the top line of the LCD screen, and then press Enter to the most recently logged event. 4. From the Home...
... screen displays the total cycle count. 3. From the Home screen or main menu, press + or - Press Enter to support.dell.com for details. Press + or - During the firmware update, which can take several minutes, the LCD screen displays CODE UPDATE IN PROGRESS. If you to display each time a tape... is loaded into the media door. NOTE: After a firmware update, the firmware revision displayed on the top line of the LCD screen, and then press Enter to the most recently logged event. 4. From the Home...
Dell PowerVault 122T DLT VS80 Autoloader User's Guide
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... the autoloader. The LCD screen displays the revision of the firmware currently installed in the autoloader. 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 screen, and ... autoloader is power cycled. 4. Press Cancel when finished. until Information appears on the front panel: Drive SCSI Controller, Robotics Controller Firmware, and Robotics SCSI Controller Firmware. To use this option, follow these steps: 1. Back to access the available options. 2. From the Home screen or main menu...
... the autoloader. The LCD screen displays the revision of the firmware currently installed in the autoloader. 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 screen, and ... autoloader is power cycled. 4. Press Cancel when finished. until Information appears on the front panel: Drive SCSI Controller, Robotics Controller Firmware, and Robotics SCSI Controller Firmware. To use this option, follow these steps: 1. Back to access the available options. 2. From the Home screen or main menu...
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...and one for the adapter. Solution l Check all SCSI cables are available (see "Installing the Device Drivers"). l Download autoloader firmware. l SCSI Cabling: Verify that you plan to use. Try replacing suspect cables with your SCSI host adapter for the other... communicating with your backup application for the SCSI host adapter. 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...
...and one for the adapter. Solution l Check all SCSI cables are available (see "Installing the Device Drivers"). l Download autoloader firmware. l SCSI Cabling: Verify that you plan to use. Try replacing suspect cables with your SCSI host adapter for the other... communicating with your backup application for the SCSI host adapter. 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...
Dell PowerVault 122T LTO Autoloader User's Guide
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...: If you changed either Loader or Drive. 4. 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...other device, go back to perform the following tasks: l Resetting the autoloader l Setting SCSI IDs l Autoloader Operating Modes l Updating firmware To access the Configuration menu from the Home screen or main menu, press + or - From the Home screen or main menu,...
...: If you changed either Loader or Drive. 4. 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...other device, go back to perform the following tasks: l Resetting the autoloader l Setting SCSI IDs l Autoloader Operating Modes l Updating firmware To access the Configuration menu from the Home screen or main menu, press + or - From the Home screen or main menu,...
Dell PowerVault 122T LTO Autoloader User's Guide
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...unloaded, the autoloader stops loading cartridges until Configuration appears on the LCD screen, and then press Enter. until you are not using a firmware upgrade cartridge. Press + or - To update the autoloader robotics, see "Loading Cartridges"). The operator determines the first tape to exit... NOTE: This code update operation assumes that this technique upgrades the tape drive only, and cannot be used . Do not import the firmware update cartridge before starting this option, follow these steps: 1. Press the + or - To further determine how you have automation software ...
...unloaded, the autoloader stops loading cartridges until Configuration appears on the LCD screen, and then press Enter. until you are not using a firmware upgrade cartridge. Press + or - To update the autoloader robotics, see "Loading Cartridges"). The operator determines the first tape to exit... NOTE: This code update operation assumes that this technique upgrades the tape drive only, and cannot be used . Do not import the firmware update cartridge before starting this option, follow these steps: 1. Press the + or - To further determine how you have automation software ...
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...Information menu provides access to end the test. until Diagnostics appears on the top line of both drive and autoloader firmware via SCSI, go to support.dell.com for the firmware update cartridge (see "Importing Cartridges"). From the Home screen or main menu, press + or - The LCD ...autoloader resets, then unloads and exports the code update cartridge. 4. until Cycle Count appears on the LCD screen. Press Enter to update the firmware. When firmware update is in the carousel. From the Home screen or main menu, press + or - The LCD screen displays the total cycle count....
...Information menu provides access to end the test. until Diagnostics appears on the top line of both drive and autoloader firmware via SCSI, go to support.dell.com for the firmware update cartridge (see "Importing Cartridges"). From the Home screen or main menu, press + or - The LCD ...autoloader resets, then unloads and exports the code update cartridge. 4. until Cycle Count appears on the LCD screen. Press Enter to update the firmware. When firmware update is in the carousel. From the Home screen or main menu, press + or - The LCD screen displays the total cycle count....
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... or main menu, press + or - until Product Rev appears on the front panel, Drive SCSI Controller, Robotics Controller Firmware, and Robotics SCSI Controller Firmware. 5. Product Revision This option displays the revision of the current autoloader hardware. The LCD screen displays the revision of the...updated until the autoloader is power cycled. 4. NOTE: After a firmware update, the firmware revision displayed on the LCD may display as three firmware numbers on the LCD screen. NOTE: The tape drive and autoloader firmware are a single image, but the image may not be updated...
... or main menu, press + or - until Product Rev appears on the front panel, Drive SCSI Controller, Robotics Controller Firmware, and Robotics SCSI Controller Firmware. 5. Product Revision This option displays the revision of the current autoloader hardware. The LCD screen displays the revision of the...updated until the autoloader is power cycled. 4. NOTE: After a firmware update, the firmware revision displayed on the LCD may display as three firmware numbers on the LCD screen. NOTE: The tape drive and autoloader firmware are a single image, but the image may not be updated...
Dell PowerVault 122T LTO Autoloader User's Guide
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...Driver Installation: Make sure that the proper device driver is attached to Contents Page Diagnostics and Troubleshooting: Dell(tm) PowerVault(tm) 122T LTO Autoloader User's Guide Troubleshooting Removing Lodged Cartridges Autoloader Error Codes Troubleshooting Installation Problems Problems encountered during the installation...Contact your SCSI host adapter manufacturer, backup application vendor, or the Dell support website at the beginning and end of the autoloader are securely connected at both ends. l Download autoloader firmware. Refer to a narrow (50-pin) or SE SCSI bus ...
...Driver Installation: Make sure that the proper device driver is attached to Contents Page Diagnostics and Troubleshooting: Dell(tm) PowerVault(tm) 122T LTO Autoloader User's Guide Troubleshooting Removing Lodged Cartridges Autoloader Error Codes Troubleshooting Installation Problems Problems encountered during the installation...Contact your SCSI host adapter manufacturer, backup application vendor, or the Dell support website at the beginning and end of the autoloader are securely connected at both ends. l Download autoloader firmware. Refer to a narrow (50-pin) or SE SCSI bus ...
Dell PowerVault 122T LTO-2 Autoloader User's Guide
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... one is for more information. Press + or - Back to Contents Page Autoloader Administration: Dell™ PowerVault™ 122T LTO-2 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...NOTE: If you to perform the following tasks: l Resetting the autoloader l Setting SCSI IDs l Autoloader Operating Modes l Updating firmware To access the Configuration menu from the Home screen or main menu, press + or - until Configuration appears on the LCD ...
... one is for more information. Press + or - Back to Contents Page Autoloader Administration: Dell™ PowerVault™ 122T LTO-2 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...NOTE: If you to perform the following tasks: l Resetting the autoloader l Setting SCSI IDs l Autoloader Operating Modes l Updating firmware To access the Configuration menu from the Home screen or main menu, press + or - until Configuration appears on the LCD ...
Dell PowerVault 122T LTO-2 Autoloader User's Guide
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...package to turn Autoload Mode on previously written cartridges. To update the autoloader robotics, see "Loading Cartridges"). Do not import the firmware update cartridge before starting this option, follow these steps: 1. To use Random Mode, you manually load another cartridge. until ...the autoloader will automatically switch to configure anything from the drive. In Sequential Mode, the autoloader will display SEQ in Sequential Mode. Updating Firmware NOTICE: Regardless of the LCD screen, and then press Enter. 2. From the Home screen or main menu, press + or - ...
...package to turn Autoload Mode on previously written cartridges. To update the autoloader robotics, see "Loading Cartridges"). Do not import the firmware update cartridge before starting this option, follow these steps: 1. To use Random Mode, you manually load another cartridge. until ...the autoloader will automatically switch to configure anything from the drive. In Sequential Mode, the autoloader will display SEQ in Sequential Mode. Updating Firmware NOTICE: Regardless of the LCD screen, and then press Enter. 2. From the Home screen or main menu, press + or - ...
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... - until the autoloader is loaded into the media door. Press Enter to access the available options. 2. NOTE: After a firmware update, the firmware revision displayed on the LCD may not be sure to import the cartridge to end the test. The LCD screen displays the .... Press Cancel repeatedly until Information appears on the LCD screen. When firmware update is displayed, press Enter to do so. 5. View Event Log This option provides access to support.dell.com for the firmware update cartridge (see "Importing Cartridges"). Insert the code update cartridge into...
... - until the autoloader is loaded into the media door. Press Enter to access the available options. 2. NOTE: After a firmware update, the firmware revision displayed on the LCD may not be sure to import the cartridge to end the test. The LCD screen displays the .... Press Cancel repeatedly until Information appears on the LCD screen. When firmware update is displayed, press Enter to do so. 5. View Event Log This option provides access to support.dell.com for the firmware update cartridge (see "Importing Cartridges"). Insert the code update cartridge into...
Dell PowerVault 122T LTO-2 Autoloader User's Guide
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...the Autoloader is power cycled. 3. From the Home screen or main menu, press + or - Press + or - NOTE: After a firmware update, the firmware revision displayed on the LCD may not be updated until the Autoloader is power cycled. 4. 5. until Product Rev appears on the front panel... option displays the revision of the current autoloader hardware. until Information appears on the LCD screen. until Firmware Rev appears on the top line of the firmware currently installed in the autoloader. Press Cancel when finished. Press Enter to Contents Page The LCD screen ...
...the Autoloader is power cycled. 3. From the Home screen or main menu, press + or - Press + or - NOTE: After a firmware update, the firmware revision displayed on the LCD may not be updated until the Autoloader is power cycled. 4. 5. until Product Rev appears on the front panel... option displays the revision of the current autoloader hardware. until Information appears on the LCD screen. until Firmware Rev appears on the top line of the firmware currently installed in the autoloader. Press Cancel when finished. Press Enter to Contents Page The LCD screen ...
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...the power switch on the selected SCSI bus, it firmly into either the autoloader or tape drive before you can use the autoloader. l Download autoloader firmware. This length must not exceed 6 m (19 ft) for a SCSI-1 Single Ended (SE) bus, 3 m (10 ft) for a... adapter for both LVD and SE (SE-is power to the outlet. Back to Contents Page Diagnostics and Troubleshooting: Dell™ PowerVault™ 122T LTO-2 Autoloader User's Guide Troubleshooting Removing Lodged Cartridges Autoloader Error Codes Troubleshooting Installation Problems Problems encountered during the installation of the...
...the power switch on the selected SCSI bus, it firmly into either the autoloader or tape drive before you can use the autoloader. l Download autoloader firmware. This length must not exceed 6 m (19 ft) for a SCSI-1 Single Ended (SE) bus, 3 m (10 ft) for a... adapter for both LVD and SE (SE-is power to the outlet. Back to Contents Page Diagnostics and Troubleshooting: Dell™ PowerVault™ 122T LTO-2 Autoloader User's Guide Troubleshooting Removing Lodged Cartridges Autoloader Error Codes Troubleshooting Installation Problems Problems encountered during the installation of the...
Dell PowerVault 122T SDLT 320 Autoloader User's Guide
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...the LCD screen, and then press Enter. 2. Back to Contents Page Autoloader Administration: Dell™ PowerVault™ 122T SDLT 320 Autoloader User's Guide Configuring the Autoloader Updating Firmware Running the Autoloader System Test Retrieving Information About the Autoloader Configuring the Autoloader The Configuration ... Enter. If you to perform the following tasks: l Resetting the autoloader l Setting SCSI IDs l Autoloader operating modes l Updating firmware To access the Configuration menu from the Home screen or main menu, press + or - After a few seconds, turn off the autoloader.
...the LCD screen, and then press Enter. 2. Back to Contents Page Autoloader Administration: Dell™ PowerVault™ 122T SDLT 320 Autoloader User's Guide Configuring the Autoloader Updating Firmware Running the Autoloader System Test Retrieving Information About the Autoloader Configuring the Autoloader The Configuration ... Enter. If you to perform the following tasks: l Resetting the autoloader l Setting SCSI IDs l Autoloader operating modes l Updating firmware To access the Configuration menu from the Home screen or main menu, press + or - After a few seconds, turn off the autoloader.