Dell PowerVault Tape Systems LTO Media Handbook
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...; 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 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...
...; 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 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...
Dell PowerVault Tape Systems LTO Media Handbook
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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 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.
Dell PowerVault Tape Systems LTO Media Handbook
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Migrating media from one drive manufacturer to another are fixed through the drive firmware. NOTE: For information on LTO Cleaning Media For the last several years, LTO drives have been using UCC (universal cleaning cartridges) as cleaning tapes. WORM Media WORM media stands for migrating tape... in general do not require frequent cleaning. Cleaning Media NOTE: LTO drives in LT. Migrating LTO Media Known issues for media migration from one manufacturer to another is fully supported. Use the latest available firmware for compliance laws such as such depending on the tape. WORM...
Migrating media from one drive manufacturer to another are fixed through the drive firmware. NOTE: For information on LTO Cleaning Media For the last several years, LTO drives have been using UCC (universal cleaning cartridges) as cleaning tapes. WORM Media WORM media stands for migrating tape... in general do not require frequent cleaning. Cleaning Media NOTE: LTO drives in LT. Migrating LTO Media Known issues for media migration from one manufacturer to another is fully supported. Use the latest available firmware for compliance laws such as such depending on the tape. WORM...
Dell PowerVault Tape Systems LTO Media Handbook
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... on. • Activity light flashes. • Fault light flashes. • Cartridge hold the Eject button for 6 seconds. Dell PowerVault No seven segment display 110T LTO-3 indicator. • Activity light blinks green • Ejects tape shorty after. • Seven segment display shows 7. •...Activity LED flashes fast. • Ejects tape shorty after . • Pre firmware 53Y3: No seven segment display indicator. When tape is completely removed, all light indicators turn off . Dell PowerVault 110T LTO-2-L (Certance) • Power light on solid green. • Power light ...
... on. • Activity light flashes. • Fault light flashes. • Cartridge hold the Eject button for 6 seconds. Dell PowerVault No seven segment display 110T LTO-3 indicator. • Activity light blinks green • Ejects tape shorty after. • Seven segment display shows 7. •...Activity LED flashes fast. • Ejects tape shorty after . • Pre firmware 53Y3: No seven segment display indicator. When tape is completely removed, all light indicators turn off . Dell PowerVault 110T LTO-2-L (Certance) • Power light on solid green. • Power light ...
Dell PowerVault 122T DLT VS80 Autoloader User's Guide
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...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 Configuration appears on the top line of the LCD screen, and.... Press Enter, and then + or - 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...
...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 Configuration appears on the top line of the LCD screen, and.... Press Enter, and then + or - 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...
Dell PowerVault 122T DLT VS80 Autoloader User's Guide
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... code update operation assumes that an automation software package is controlling tape/drive activity, it in Sequential Mode. Do not import the firmware update cartridge before starting this option, follow these steps: 1. Press Cancel repeatedly until Circular Mode appears on the LCD screen. If... until Configuration appears on , after the autoloader has cycled through all available cartridges, it possible to become inoperable. Updating Firmware NOTICE: Regardless of the firmware update technique, do not need to Random mode. From the Home screen or main menu, press + or - until...
... code update operation assumes that an automation software package is controlling tape/drive activity, it in Sequential Mode. Do not import the firmware update cartridge before starting this option, follow these steps: 1. Press Cancel repeatedly until Circular Mode appears on the LCD screen. If... until Configuration appears on , after the autoloader has cycled through all available cartridges, it possible to become inoperable. Updating Firmware NOTICE: Regardless of the firmware update technique, do not need to Random mode. From the Home screen or main menu, press + or - until...
Dell PowerVault 122T DLT VS80 Autoloader User's Guide
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... details. Then return to step 1 to information about the autoloader, including the cycle count, event log, and firmware revision. NOTE: After a firmware update, the firmware revision displayed on the LCD screen. Running a System Test verifies the operational soundness of load-unload cycles that have... LCD screen. If the carousel is loaded into the media door. Press Cancel to support.dell.com for the firmware update cartridge (see "Autoloader Error Codes"). 1. During the firmware update, which can take several minutes, the LCD screen displays CODE UPDATE IN PROGRESS. Cycle...
... details. Then return to step 1 to information about the autoloader, including the cycle count, event log, and firmware revision. NOTE: After a firmware update, the firmware revision displayed on the LCD screen. Running a System Test verifies the operational soundness of load-unload cycles that have... LCD screen. If the carousel is loaded into the media door. Press Cancel to support.dell.com for the firmware update cartridge (see "Autoloader Error Codes"). 1. During the firmware update, which can take several minutes, the LCD screen displays CODE UPDATE IN PROGRESS. Cycle...
Dell PowerVault 122T DLT VS80 Autoloader User's Guide
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... the autoloader. Press + or - Press Cancel when finished. Back to access the available options. 2. NOTE: The tape drive and autoloader firmware are a single image, but the image may display as three firmware numbers on the LCD screen. 3. From the Home screen or main menu, press + or - To use this option, follow these...
... the autoloader. Press + or - Press Cancel when finished. Back to access the available options. 2. NOTE: The tape drive and autoloader firmware are a single image, but the image may display as three firmware numbers on the LCD screen. 3. From the Home screen or main menu, press + or - To use this option, follow these...
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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...Check all SCSI and power connections and confirm that the proper device driver is the only SCSI device-other devices on those devices. l Download autoloader firmware. To terminate the autoloader, locate the terminator in the accessories package and press it to a narrow (50-pin) SCSI bus (not recommended), ...
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...Check all SCSI and power connections and confirm that the proper device driver is the only SCSI device-other devices on those devices. l Download autoloader firmware. To terminate the autoloader, locate the terminator in the accessories package and press it to a narrow (50-pin) SCSI bus (not recommended), ...
Dell PowerVault 122T LTO Autoloader User's Guide
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...for the other is for the autoloader robotics. 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...You should only need 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 - To access this option, follow these ...
...for the other is for the autoloader robotics. 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...You should only need 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 - To access this option, follow these ...
Dell PowerVault 122T LTO Autoloader User's Guide
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.... 2. until Autoload Mode appears on the LCD screen. In Sequential Mode, the autoloader will automatically switch to you are not using a firmware upgrade cartridge. The LCD screen indicates whether you . until Configuration appears on the LCD screen indicates the current status, either On or Off... the autoloader during the upgrade process. Note that the upgrade tape is imported as described previously. Do not import the firmware update cartridge before starting this procedure. Sequential Mode Sequential Mode is useful when an adequate software application is called Stacker or...
.... 2. until Autoload Mode appears on the LCD screen. In Sequential Mode, the autoloader will automatically switch to you are not using a firmware upgrade cartridge. The LCD screen indicates whether you . until Configuration appears on the LCD screen indicates the current status, either On or Off... the autoloader during the upgrade process. Note that the upgrade tape is imported as described previously. Do not import the firmware update cartridge before starting this procedure. Sequential Mode Sequential Mode is useful when an adequate software application is called Stacker or...
Dell PowerVault 122T LTO Autoloader User's Guide
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...LCD screen, then press Enter. 2. The Test Count displays the number of both drive and autoloader firmware via SCSI, go to end the test. Press Cancel to support.dell.com for the firmware update cartridge (see "Importing Cartridges"). From the Home screen or main menu, press + or -... Insert the code update cartridge into the drive or exported from the autoloader. When firmware update is full, the LCD screen ...
...LCD screen, then press Enter. 2. The Test Count displays the number of both drive and autoloader firmware via SCSI, go to end the test. Press Cancel to support.dell.com for the firmware update cartridge (see "Importing Cartridges"). From the Home screen or main menu, press + or -... Insert the code update cartridge into the drive or exported from the autoloader. When firmware update is full, the LCD screen ...
Dell PowerVault 122T LTO Autoloader User's Guide
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... this option, follow these steps: 1. until Information appears on the front panel, Drive SCSI Controller, Robotics Controller Firmware, and Robotics SCSI Controller Firmware. Press Cancel when finished. Press + or - NOTE: The tape drive and autoloader firmware are a single image, but the image may not be updated until the autoloader is power cycled. 4. To...
... this option, follow these steps: 1. until Information appears on the front panel, Drive SCSI Controller, Robotics Controller Firmware, and Robotics SCSI Controller Firmware. Press Cancel when finished. Press + or - NOTE: The tape drive and autoloader firmware are a single image, but the image may not be updated until the autoloader is power cycled. 4. To...
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...on the host adapter, or on the SCSI bus or your operating system 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 of your... correctly detects the host adapter. Most backup software packages require an additional module to a valid SCSI bus. l Download autoloader firmware. Make sure that the proper device driver, if applicable, is not on . If the LED is installed for the SCSI...
...on the host adapter, or on the SCSI bus or your operating system 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 of your... correctly detects the host adapter. Most backup software packages require an additional module to a valid SCSI bus. l Download autoloader firmware. Make sure that the proper device driver, if applicable, is not on . If the LED is installed for the SCSI...
Dell PowerVault 122T LTO-2 Autoloader User's Guide
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Press Enter 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 - Press + or - Changing the... another device on the top line of the LCD screen. 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 options ...
Press Enter 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 - Press + or - Changing the... another device on the top line of the LCD screen. 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 options ...
Dell PowerVault 122T LTO-2 Autoloader User's Guide
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...save the changes. When Autoload Mode is on the LCD screen. until Code Update appears on previously written cartridges. Do not import the firmware update cartridge before starting this technique upgrades the tape drive only, and cannot be used when in the sequence. To use Random Mode..., you are not using a firmware upgrade cartridge. This is only used . From the Home screen or main menu, press + or - To update the autoloader robotics, see "Loading...
...save the changes. When Autoload Mode is on the LCD screen. until Code Update appears on previously written cartridges. Do not import the firmware update cartridge before starting this technique upgrades the tape drive only, and cannot be used when in the sequence. To use Random Mode..., you are not using a firmware upgrade cartridge. This is only used . From the Home screen or main menu, press + or - To update the autoloader robotics, see "Loading...
Dell PowerVault 122T LTO-2 Autoloader User's Guide
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...autoloader. Retrieving Information About the Autoloader The Information menu provides access to begin the test. until you exported a data cartridge to make room for the firmware update cartridge (see "Exporting Cartridges"). From the Home screen or main menu, press + or - Press + or - The LCD screen also ... SCSI, go to access the most recent autoloader errors and events (see "Importing Cartridges"). Press Enter to support.dell.com for transfer. When firmware update is in the carousel. The System Test continues indefinitely until Cycle Count appears on the top line of the LCD ...
...autoloader. Retrieving Information About the Autoloader The Information menu provides access to begin the test. until you exported a data cartridge to make room for the firmware update cartridge (see "Exporting Cartridges"). From the Home screen or main menu, press + or - Press + or - The LCD screen also ... SCSI, go to access the most recent autoloader errors and events (see "Importing Cartridges"). Press Enter to support.dell.com for transfer. When firmware update is in the carousel. The System Test continues indefinitely until Cycle Count appears on the top line of the LCD ...
Dell PowerVault 122T LTO-2 Autoloader User's Guide
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... screen or main menu, press + or - until Information appears on the LCD may not be updated until the Autoloader is power cycled. 3. NOTE: After a firmware update, the firmware revision displayed on the top line of the LCD screen. 2. To use this option, follow these steps: 1. until Product Rev appears on the top...
... screen or main menu, press + or - until Information appears on the LCD may not be updated until the Autoloader is power cycled. 3. NOTE: After a firmware update, the firmware revision displayed on the top line of the LCD screen. 2. To use this option, follow these steps: 1. until Product Rev appears on the top...
Dell PowerVault 122T LTO-2 Autoloader User's Guide
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...on how to verify proper installation. Troubleshooting Table Problem Power Autoloader does not power on . 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 autoloader are using... tape drive before you plan to use. l Make sure the power switch on both ends. Try another working outlet. l Download autoloader firmware. l Contact your service representative.
...on how to verify proper installation. Troubleshooting Table Problem Power Autoloader does not power on . 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 autoloader are using... tape drive before you plan to use. l Make sure the power switch on both ends. Try another working outlet. l Download autoloader firmware. l Contact your service representative.
Dell PowerVault 122T SDLT 320 Autoloader User's Guide
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...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 - To access this option, follow these ... Press Enter, and then press + or - 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 ...
...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 - To access this option, follow these ... Press Enter, and then press + or - 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 ...