Dell PowerVault 122T SDLT 320 Autoloader User's Guide
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... a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could result in italic type. is a trademark of Microsoft Corporation. Dell™ PowerVault™ 122T SDLT 320 Autoloader User's Guide Introduction Installing the Autoloader Operating the Autoloader Autoloader Administration Diagnostics and Troubleshooting Technical Specifications Contacting Dell Getting Help Regulatory Notes, Notices, and Cautions Throughout this guide, blocks of text may be accompanied by...
... a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could result in italic type. is a trademark of Microsoft Corporation. Dell™ PowerVault™ 122T SDLT 320 Autoloader User's Guide Introduction Installing the Autoloader Operating the Autoloader Autoloader Administration Diagnostics and Troubleshooting Technical Specifications Contacting Dell Getting Help Regulatory Notes, Notices, and Cautions Throughout this guide, blocks of text may be accompanied by...
Dell PowerVault 122T SDLT 320 Autoloader User's Guide
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...LCD screen. 3. Press Enter. The LCD screen displays Please Cycle Power. After a few seconds, turn off the autoloader. The autoloader occupies two SCSI IDs (target addresses), one is for the tape drive, the other device, go back to step ... Loader or Drive. 5. 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 menu options enable you need to change...
...LCD screen. 3. Press Enter. The LCD screen displays Please Cycle Power. After a few seconds, turn off the autoloader. The autoloader occupies two SCSI IDs (target addresses), one is for the tape drive, the other device, go back to step ... Loader or Drive. 5. 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 menu options enable you need to change...
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... assumes that this option, follow these steps: 1. Consult your hardware and software manuals for more information. In Random Mode, the autoloader will automatically switch to Random Mode. NOTICE: Use caution when choosing Circular Mode as described above. until Configuration appears on the top...slot, then loads the next available higher numbered slot, continuing this procedure. This is turned off . 4. In Sequential Mode, the autoloader will display SEQ in the lower-right corner of operation when a backup software application is on previously written cartridges. It then follows ...
... assumes that this option, follow these steps: 1. Consult your hardware and software manuals for more information. In Random Mode, the autoloader will automatically switch to Random Mode. NOTICE: Use caution when choosing Circular Mode as described above. until Configuration appears on the top...slot, then loads the next available higher numbered slot, continuing this procedure. This is turned off . 4. In Sequential Mode, the autoloader will display SEQ in the lower-right corner of operation when a backup software application is on previously written cartridges. It then follows ...
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...test. Insert the code update cartridge into the drive or exported from the autoloader. NOTE: After a firmware update, the firmware revision displayed on the top line of both drive and autoloader firmware via SCSI, go to support.dell.com for the code update cartridge, be in the carousel before proceeding. ... be exported and the LCD will display Bad upgrade tape. When System Test is in the carousel. If the carousel is complete, the autoloader resets and then unloads and exports the code update cartridge. 4. NOTE: If the cartridge is not present, import one cartridge must be ...
...test. Insert the code update cartridge into the drive or exported from the autoloader. NOTE: After a firmware update, the firmware revision displayed on the top line of both drive and autoloader firmware via SCSI, go to support.dell.com for the code update cartridge, be in the carousel before proceeding. ... be exported and the LCD will display Bad upgrade tape. When System Test is in the carousel. If the carousel is complete, the autoloader resets and then unloads and exports the code update cartridge. 4. NOTE: If the cartridge is not present, import one cartridge must be ...
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... The LCD screen displays the revision of the LCD screen. 2. The LCD screen displays the revision of errors and events currently stored in the autoloader. Press + or - To use this option, follow these steps: 1. until View Event Log appears on the top line of the firmware ... Press Cancel when finished. From the Home screen or main menu, press + or - Press Enter to access the available options. 3. 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 ...
... The LCD screen displays the revision of the LCD screen. 2. The LCD screen displays the revision of errors and events currently stored in the autoloader. Press + or - To use this option, follow these steps: 1. until View Event Log appears on the top line of the firmware ... Press Cancel when finished. From the Home screen or main menu, press + or - Press Enter to access the available options. 3. 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 ...
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... it is not recommended) SCSI buses. Back to Contents Page Diagnostics and Troubleshooting: Dell™ PowerVault™ 122T SDLT 320 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, application software configuration errors, or by tightening the finger...
... it is not recommended) SCSI buses. Back to Contents Page Diagnostics and Troubleshooting: Dell™ PowerVault™ 122T SDLT 320 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, application software configuration errors, or by tightening the finger...
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... media l If the Media Attention LED is cleared by using an SDLT CleaningTape cartridge. l See "Removing Lodged Cartridges". If a DLT I . l Make sure that the autoloader is not physically damaged in the autoloader. In this occurs, export the cartridge, clean the tape drive again...bus have a damaged optical servo signal. l Indicates that the SDLT 320 drive has determined that the autoloader is cleared by using a cleaning cartridge but immediately reappears each time a particular cartridge is loaded, the autoloader displays the error 3 0 A1 (Cartridge Transport Position Error) and...
... media l If the Media Attention LED is cleared by using an SDLT CleaningTape cartridge. l See "Removing Lodged Cartridges". If a DLT I . l Make sure that the autoloader is not physically damaged in the autoloader. In this occurs, export the cartridge, clean the tape drive again...bus have a damaged optical servo signal. l Indicates that the SDLT 320 drive has determined that the autoloader is cleared by using a cleaning cartridge but immediately reappears each time a particular cartridge is loaded, the autoloader displays the error 3 0 A1 (Cartridge Transport Position Error) and...
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...on the front panel to export the cartridges in the drive. 1. Remove the power cable and SCSI cables from both sides of the autoloader. In a table top unit, remove the front cover screws and three additional screws from each carrier, carefully pull the cartridge lock ...from their connectors on Front Panel "!" Errors Displayed on the back panel of the autoloader. in autoloader operator panel inventory display There is lodged in the carousel, follow these steps: NOTE: Contact your Dell support representative if a cartridge is an error code on each cartridge you need to...
...on the front panel to export the cartridges in the drive. 1. Remove the power cable and SCSI cables from both sides of the autoloader. In a table top unit, remove the front cover screws and three additional screws from each carrier, carefully pull the cartridge lock ...from their connectors on Front Panel "!" Errors Displayed on the back panel of the autoloader. in autoloader operator panel inventory display There is lodged in the carousel, follow these steps: NOTE: Contact your Dell support representative if a cartridge is an error code on each cartridge you need to...
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... mounting brackets (if rack mounted). Press Cancel when finished. NOTE: There are aligned in the belt. 14. If the error persists, contact Dell. Press Enter to access the most recently logged error message. 5. A description of each carrier is properly installed on the belt by resetting or... power cycling the autoloader and retrying the last operation. Installing the Carrier 13. Ensure that the belt post beneath each of the carrier and sliding it should ...
... mounting brackets (if rack mounted). Press Cancel when finished. NOTE: There are aligned in the belt. 14. If the error persists, contact Dell. Press Enter to access the most recently logged error message. 5. A description of each carrier is properly installed on the belt by resetting or... power cycling the autoloader and retrying the last operation. Installing the Carrier 13. Ensure that the belt post beneath each of the carrier and sliding it should ...
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... cartridge from its carousel slot. Fan Error. If the error recurs, contact your technical support representative. Power cycle the autoloader and attempt the operation again. If the error recurs, contact your technical support representative. Drive Bug-Checked. If the error... within a command. Import Error. If the error recurs, contact your technical support representative. Memory Error. Power cycle the autoloader and attempt the operation again. There was issued already contains a cartridge. If the error recurs, contact your technical support representative...
... cartridge from its carousel slot. Fan Error. If the error recurs, contact your technical support representative. Power cycle the autoloader and attempt the operation again. If the error recurs, contact your technical support representative. Drive Bug-Checked. If the error... within a command. Import Error. If the error recurs, contact your technical support representative. Memory Error. Power cycle the autoloader and attempt the operation again. There was issued already contains a cartridge. If the error recurs, contact your technical support representative...
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... a maximum formatted capacity of bar code labels is issued (see "Identifying Product Components"). 4. Unpack and check the autoloader for information on the front of the SE bus. Refer to 50-pin adapter that incorporates a Dell PowerVault 122T SDLT 320 tape drive and eight tape slots. Attaching to a narrow (50-pin) bus requires a customer-supplied 68-pin...
... a maximum formatted capacity of bar code labels is issued (see "Identifying Product Components"). 4. Unpack and check the autoloader for information on the front of the SE bus. Refer to 50-pin adapter that incorporates a Dell PowerVault 122T SDLT 320 tape drive and eight tape slots. Attaching to a narrow (50-pin) bus requires a customer-supplied 68-pin...
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... surfaces. The AC power cable is flat, sturdy, level, and close to remove the cover. Avoid areas near the autoloader. Rack Requirements Room Temperature Power Source NOTICE: Do not place the autoloader on its side or upside down or stack items that need to lift the top cover. Front Panel Controls 1 Power... (optional) NOTE: The arrows indicate the screws on the back of the unit that weigh more than 15 KG (33 lb) on top of the autoloader. Standard 19-inch rack with 2U of clearance. 10-40ºC (50-104ºF) AC power voltage: 100-127 VAC; 200-240 VAC Line frequency...
... surfaces. The AC power cable is flat, sturdy, level, and close to remove the cover. Avoid areas near the autoloader. Rack Requirements Room Temperature Power Source NOTICE: Do not place the autoloader on its side or upside down or stack items that need to lift the top cover. Front Panel Controls 1 Power... (optional) NOTE: The arrows indicate the screws on the back of the unit that weigh more than 15 KG (33 lb) on top of the autoloader. Standard 19-inch rack with 2U of clearance. 10-40ºC (50-104ºF) AC power voltage: 100-127 VAC; 200-240 VAC Line frequency...
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... the shipping padding from these steps: 1. Turn off the selected server. Attach one end of the SCSI cable (included in which the autoloader was shipped or stored by doing the following: 1. Clear a table or desk so that you need to remove the power cables from ... on either end or sides. 5. Then remove the bag from the server and all attached accessory devices, such as printers and other end of the autoloader. 3. Identifying Product Components Accessories 1 SCSI Cable 2 SCSI Terminator 3 Power Cable 4 Quick Start Guide 5 CD (Drivers and Documentation) Rack Kit Components...
... the shipping padding from these steps: 1. Turn off the selected server. Attach one end of the SCSI cable (included in which the autoloader was shipped or stored by doing the following: 1. Clear a table or desk so that you need to remove the power cables from ... on either end or sides. 5. Then remove the bag from the server and all attached accessory devices, such as printers and other end of the autoloader. 3. Identifying Product Components Accessories 1 SCSI Cable 2 SCSI Terminator 3 Power Cable 4 Quick Start Guide 5 CD (Drivers and Documentation) Rack Kit Components...
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... the remaining SCSI connector on the back panel of SCSI devices, consult the operating system documentation. Attach the terminator to the power connector on the Dell PowerVault 122T SDLT 320 Autoloader User's Manual and Drivers CD are compatible with administrator privileges. 2. Turn on the SCSI bus). Tape Drive Device Driver Microsoft Windows 2000 and Microsoft Windows...
... the remaining SCSI connector on the back panel of SCSI devices, consult the operating system documentation. Attach the terminator to the power connector on the Dell PowerVault 122T SDLT 320 Autoloader User's Manual and Drivers CD are compatible with administrator privileges. 2. Turn on the SCSI bus). Tape Drive Device Driver Microsoft Windows 2000 and Microsoft Windows...
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... Driver Microsoft Windows 2000: 1. Click Action in the upper-left corner of your OS documentation for the Dell PowerVault 122T SDLT 320 Autoloader. Other Devices again. 8. Insert the Dell PowerVault 122T Autoloader User's Manual and Drivers CD into which you want to select the device driver, the driver may appear as Unknown Medium Changer Device. 4. Windows 2000 ...
... Driver Microsoft Windows 2000: 1. Click Action in the upper-left corner of your OS documentation for the Dell PowerVault 122T SDLT 320 Autoloader. Other Devices again. 8. Insert the Dell PowerVault 122T Autoloader User's Manual and Drivers CD into which you want to select the device driver, the driver may appear as Unknown Medium Changer Device. 4. Windows 2000 ...
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The autoloader now appears in Device Manager under Medium Changers as a Dell PowerVault 122T Autoloader and is ready to Contents Page Back to use.
The autoloader now appears in Device Manager under Medium Changers as a Dell PowerVault 122T Autoloader and is ready to Contents Page Back to use.
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... DLTtape I cartridges, providing a compressed capacity of its many features. Back to provide unattended, near-line and off-line data storage. Back to Contents Page Introduction: Dell™ PowerVault™ 122T SDLT 320 Autoloader User's Guide Overview The PowerVault 122T SDLT 320 autoloader is the first fully automated, rack mountable, 2U (3.34" height, 16.5" width), enterprise class...
... DLTtape I cartridges, providing a compressed capacity of its many features. Back to provide unattended, near-line and off-line data storage. Back to Contents Page Introduction: Dell™ PowerVault™ 122T SDLT 320 Autoloader User's Guide Overview The PowerVault 122T SDLT 320 autoloader is the first fully automated, rack mountable, 2U (3.34" height, 16.5" width), enterprise class...
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Back to Contents Page Operating the Autoloader: Dell™ PowerVault™ 122T SDLT 320 Autoloader User's Guide Operator's Panel Overview Understanding the Menu Structure Using Cartridges Cleaning the .... Empty slots are indicated by displaying the slot number. You may see the message SEQ in Sequential mode (see "Autoloader Operating Modes"). An example of the display. l A cartridge is indicated by faulty media, possibly due to clear this...opening. If the tape drive does not have a cartridge loaded, the top line displays DELL PV-122T (see "Exporting Cartridges").
Back to Contents Page Operating the Autoloader: Dell™ PowerVault™ 122T SDLT 320 Autoloader User's Guide Operator's Panel Overview Understanding the Menu Structure Using Cartridges Cleaning the .... Empty slots are indicated by displaying the slot number. You may see the message SEQ in Sequential mode (see "Autoloader Operating Modes"). An example of the display. l A cartridge is indicated by faulty media, possibly due to clear this...opening. If the tape drive does not have a cartridge loaded, the top line displays DELL PV-122T (see "Exporting Cartridges").
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...defective or invalid. The offending cartridge will clear the error condition (see "Autoloader Error Codes"). The LED turns off when cleaning is tape drive or autoloader robotics activity. This condition can order tape cartridges at www.dell.com/tapebackup. A corresponding error message appears on the LCD screen. Operator's...is not required. l Clean the tape drive when the Clean Drive LED is illuminated, or if there is any other types of the SDLT 320 tape drive is backward read /write heads in the tape drive, or if an invalid or damaged cartridge is an exclamation point (!) ...
...defective or invalid. The offending cartridge will clear the error condition (see "Autoloader Error Codes"). The LED turns off when cleaning is tape drive or autoloader robotics activity. This condition can order tape cartridges at www.dell.com/tapebackup. A corresponding error message appears on the LCD screen. Operator's...is not required. l Clean the tape drive when the Clean Drive LED is illuminated, or if there is any other types of the SDLT 320 tape drive is backward read /write heads in the tape drive, or if an invalid or damaged cartridge is an exclamation point (!) ...
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...press + or - Press Cancel when you are finished loading the cartridge. Exporting a Cartridge Loading Cartridges This option loads a cartridge from the autoloader, follow these steps: 1. To use this option, follow these steps: 1. NOTE: Only slot numbers that the desired slots contain cartridges..... 8. Press Enter. 3. Press Enter. until the desired slot number appears on the LCD screen and the cartridge is facing out from the autoloader, and then press Enter. 5. Press + or - Press + or - When Remove Cartridge appears on the LCD screen and press Enter. ...
...press + or - Press Cancel when you are finished loading the cartridge. Exporting a Cartridge Loading Cartridges This option loads a cartridge from the autoloader, follow these steps: 1. To use this option, follow these steps: 1. NOTE: Only slot numbers that the desired slots contain cartridges..... 8. Press Enter. 3. Press Enter. until the desired slot number appears on the LCD screen and the cartridge is facing out from the autoloader, and then press Enter. 5. Press + or - Press + or - When Remove Cartridge appears on the LCD screen and press Enter. ...