Dell PowerVault DLT, VS, and SDLT Media Handbook Version 2.0
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NOTE: This document will not cover DAT72, DDS4, LTO, and LTO2 tape technologies. Introduction This document describes the media compatibility, handling, and usage for the Dell™ PowerVault™ 110T DLT, SDLT 320/220, DLT1/VS80, and VS160. Table 1-1 shows the basic characteristics of the drives. DLT Drive Types and Basic Characteristics Figure 1-1. DLT1 Capacity (native...
NOTE: This document will not cover DAT72, DDS4, LTO, and LTO2 tape technologies. Introduction This document describes the media compatibility, handling, and usage for the Dell™ PowerVault™ 110T DLT, SDLT 320/220, DLT1/VS80, and VS160. Table 1-1 shows the basic characteristics of the drives. DLT Drive Types and Basic Characteristics Figure 1-1. DLT1 Capacity (native...
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... and Basic Characteristics Figure 1-5. SDLT320 Capacity (native/compressed) 160 GB/320 GB Native Speed 57 GB/hr Primary Media SDLT tape I Table 1-2. No No No No No Primary No No 0117 Figure 1-8. SDLT Media 340- Primary Media Type Per Drive Part No DLT4000 DLT7000 DLT8000 DLT1 VS80 VS160 Figure 1-6. Type IV Media 3400444... 1-7. VS1 Media 341- No No No No No No 7844 Primary Primary * Can only read media if it was formatted with a VS80 or DLT1 drive 4 Dell PowerVault DLT, VS, and SDLT Media Handbook Version 2.0 www.dell.com | support.dell.com Table 1-1.
... and Basic Characteristics Figure 1-5. SDLT320 Capacity (native/compressed) 160 GB/320 GB Native Speed 57 GB/hr Primary Media SDLT tape I Table 1-2. No No No No No Primary No No 0117 Figure 1-8. SDLT Media 340- Primary Media Type Per Drive Part No DLT4000 DLT7000 DLT8000 DLT1 VS80 VS160 Figure 1-6. Type IV Media 3400444... 1-7. VS1 Media 341- No No No No No No 7844 Primary Primary * Can only read media if it was formatted with a VS80 or DLT1 drive 4 Dell PowerVault DLT, VS, and SDLT Media Handbook Version 2.0 www.dell.com | support.dell.com Table 1-1.
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... Media Symptoms When a wrong media is inserted into a drive: • Cleaning light comes on • Media light may flash or stay on • Tape ejects Reusing Type IV Media Formatted by DLT7000 or DLT8000 in the SDLT320 drive, the media light will come on. DLT1 and VS80 Drives DLT1 ...ejected from the DLT1 and VS80 drive. When media created with DLT (DLT 4000, DLT 7000, DLT 8000, DLT1, and VS 80) drives. Dell PowerVault DLT, VS, and SDLT Media Handbook Version 2.0 5 VS160 Drives VS160 drives use SDLT1 type media to Type IV media. VS160 drives can read Type IV media formatted by...
... Media Symptoms When a wrong media is inserted into a drive: • Cleaning light comes on • Media light may flash or stay on • Tape ejects Reusing Type IV Media Formatted by DLT7000 or DLT8000 in the SDLT320 drive, the media light will come on. DLT1 and VS80 Drives DLT1 ...ejected from the DLT1 and VS80 drive. When media created with DLT (DLT 4000, DLT 7000, DLT 8000, DLT1, and VS 80) drives. Dell PowerVault DLT, VS, and SDLT Media Handbook Version 2.0 5 VS160 Drives VS160 drives use SDLT1 type media to Type IV media. VS160 drives can read Type IV media formatted by...
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... the SDLT320 download area. However, for both Microsoft® Windows® and Linux platforms. 6 Dell PowerVault DLT, VS, and SDLT Media Handbook Version 2.0 The tape does not eject. This will come on . 2 The orange alert/media light illuminates and the tape is automatically ejected. Type IV, VS1, and SDLT1 Media Read/Write Compatibility Media Types...
... the SDLT320 download area. However, for both Microsoft® Windows® and Linux platforms. 6 Dell PowerVault DLT, VS, and SDLT Media Handbook Version 2.0 The tape does not eject. This will come on . 2 The orange alert/media light illuminates and the tape is automatically ejected. Type IV, VS1, and SDLT1 Media Read/Write Compatibility Media Types...
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... appear to track the number of times the tape is used . Cleaning Media Types Cleaning Media Figure 1-9. Cleaning Tape III." Tape or "VS80." VS160 Cleaning Tape Light grey in color and looks more designated "DLT1" like standard black labeled "DLT media tape. Figure 1-11. Dell PowerVault DLT, VS, and SDLT Media Handbook Version 2.0 7 May be used to track...
... appear to track the number of times the tape is used . Cleaning Media Types Cleaning Media Figure 1-9. Cleaning Tape III." Tape or "VS80." VS160 Cleaning Tape Light grey in color and looks more designated "DLT1" like standard black labeled "DLT media tape. Figure 1-11. Dell PowerVault DLT, VS, and SDLT Media Handbook Version 2.0 7 May be used to track...
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...may be a hardware fault in color Specifically designed for your drive type. SDLT Cleaning Tape Physical Description Characteristics Part No Light gray in the drive or expired media is being used. 8 Dell PowerVault DLT, VS, and SDLT Media Handbook Version 2.0 On last use . If expired cleaning media is ...inserted into a DLT/SDLT drive and the light remains on . Tape can track usage. User must manually eject cartridge and ...
...may be a hardware fault in color Specifically designed for your drive type. SDLT Cleaning Tape Physical Description Characteristics Part No Light gray in the drive or expired media is being used. 8 Dell PowerVault DLT, VS, and SDLT Media Handbook Version 2.0 On last use . If expired cleaning media is ...inserted into a DLT/SDLT drive and the light remains on . Tape can track usage. User must manually eject cartridge and ...
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Cartridge Tape reel lock serial number leader door lock cartridge hub reel lock Cartridge Leader - Dell PowerVault DLT, VS, and SDLT Media Handbook Version 2.0 9 Media Handling Cartridge Features Figure 1-13. Mechanical ...interconnect between the cartridge and the drive reel motor. It is the customer's responsibility to record usage of media is maintained.) Cartridge Hub - Prevent media reel in a drive (ensures that proper tension of the cleaning tape...
Cartridge Tape reel lock serial number leader door lock cartridge hub reel lock Cartridge Leader - Dell PowerVault DLT, VS, and SDLT Media Handbook Version 2.0 9 Media Handling Cartridge Features Figure 1-13. Mechanical ...interconnect between the cartridge and the drive reel motor. It is the customer's responsibility to record usage of media is maintained.) Cartridge Hub - Prevent media reel in a drive (ensures that proper tension of the cleaning tape...
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... Write protected - They are engineered to closed lock. Prevents overwrite or erasure of the write protect switch at any time. DLT Tape VS1 and DLT VS160 Media Write protected indicator on top points to be reliable, robust, and durable. Figure 1-15. Orange indicator displayed. You can change...care: • Protect cartridges from shock, vibration, moisture, and magnetic fields. • Keep media in protective cases and store vertically when not in use. 10 Dell PowerVault DLT, VS, and SDLT Media Handbook Version 2.0 www.dell.com | support.dell.com Write Protect Switch -
... Write protected - They are engineered to closed lock. Prevents overwrite or erasure of the write protect switch at any time. DLT Tape VS1 and DLT VS160 Media Write protected indicator on top points to be reliable, robust, and durable. Figure 1-15. Orange indicator displayed. You can change...care: • Protect cartridges from shock, vibration, moisture, and magnetic fields. • Keep media in protective cases and store vertically when not in use. 10 Dell PowerVault DLT, VS, and SDLT Media Handbook Version 2.0 www.dell.com | support.dell.com Write Protect Switch -
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... 1-17. NOTE: If a drive error occurs, inspect the current and previous cartridge used in protective plastic cases. NOTE: The safety of your skin contaminate the tape and affect performance. Dell PowerVault DLT, VS, and SDLT Media Handbook Version 2.0 11 Visual Media Inspection A visual media inspection is to be performed: • Each time...
... 1-17. NOTE: If a drive error occurs, inspect the current and previous cartridge used in protective plastic cases. NOTE: The safety of your skin contaminate the tape and affect performance. Dell PowerVault DLT, VS, and SDLT Media Handbook Version 2.0 11 Visual Media Inspection A visual media inspection is to be performed: • Each time...
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...up approximately 3/16 inch or 4 mm. Figure 1-18. NOTE: When inspecting the cartridge leader do not use anything that the door operates. www.dell.com | support.dell.com Cartridge Inspection • Case: Inspect the case for cracks, chips, or signs of damage. • Cartridge: Inspect the exterior of the ... spring is present. • Write Protect Switch: Move the switch. Listen for chips, cracks, dents, or missing screws. DLTtape Leader Loop 12 Dell PowerVault DLT, VS, and SDLT Media Handbook Version 2.0 DLT tape leader loop should snap into write-protected mode and write-
...up approximately 3/16 inch or 4 mm. Figure 1-18. NOTE: When inspecting the cartridge leader do not use anything that the door operates. www.dell.com | support.dell.com Cartridge Inspection • Case: Inspect the case for cracks, chips, or signs of damage. • Cartridge: Inspect the exterior of the ... spring is present. • Write Protect Switch: Move the switch. Listen for chips, cracks, dents, or missing screws. DLTtape Leader Loop 12 Dell PowerVault DLT, VS, and SDLT Media Handbook Version 2.0 DLT tape leader loop should snap into write-protected mode and write-
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Figure 1-21. Figure 1-22. www.dell.com | support.dell.com • Cartridge Hub: Confirm That the spring-loaded hub on the DLT/VS80 drives. 14 Dell PowerVault DLT, VS, and SDLT Media Handbook Version 2.0 Cartridge Hub The following graphic shows how the loop on the Type IV media is engaged by the cartridge leader on the bottom of the cartridge is properly tensioned and centered. it will spring back if operating properly. SDLT Tape Latch The following graphic shows how the SDLT tape latches with the cartridge leader. Press the hub;
Figure 1-21. Figure 1-22. www.dell.com | support.dell.com • Cartridge Hub: Confirm That the spring-loaded hub on the DLT/VS80 drives. 14 Dell PowerVault DLT, VS, and SDLT Media Handbook Version 2.0 Cartridge Hub The following graphic shows how the loop on the Type IV media is engaged by the cartridge leader on the bottom of the cartridge is properly tensioned and centered. it will spring back if operating properly. SDLT Tape Latch The following graphic shows how the SDLT tape latches with the cartridge leader. Press the hub;
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Leader missing (swallowed cartridge leader or broken tape) Figure 1-25. DLT Cartridge - Figure 1-23. Media wrapped too loosely (improper tension) Dell PowerVault DLT, VS, and SDLT Media Handbook Version 2.0 15 DLT Cartridge - Type IV Media Engagement Cartridge Damage Examples Figure 1-24. Broken leader loop (not always this obvious) Figure 1-26.
Leader missing (swallowed cartridge leader or broken tape) Figure 1-25. DLT Cartridge - Figure 1-23. Media wrapped too loosely (improper tension) Dell PowerVault DLT, VS, and SDLT Media Handbook Version 2.0 15 DLT Cartridge - Type IV Media Engagement Cartridge Damage Examples Figure 1-24. Broken leader loop (not always this obvious) Figure 1-26.
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...that dropping the media can cause an excessive amount of stress will pull the tape media further into the media cartridge and bend the leader buckles. Bent media buckle SDLT Media When inspecting an SDLT media cartridge, refer to the following diagrams to identify bent-in leader buckles.... See Figure 1-29 to check the leader buckles on impact. Figure 1-28 shows a good cartridge. Good SDLT Leader Buckles bar hooks Tests have shown that gets more pulled. 16 Dell PowerVault DLT, VS, and SDLT Media Handbook Version 2.0 www.dell.com | support.dell.com Figure 1-27.
...that dropping the media can cause an excessive amount of stress will pull the tape media further into the media cartridge and bend the leader buckles. Bent media buckle SDLT Media When inspecting an SDLT media cartridge, refer to the following diagrams to identify bent-in leader buckles.... See Figure 1-29 to check the leader buckles on impact. Figure 1-28 shows a good cartridge. Good SDLT Leader Buckles bar hooks Tests have shown that gets more pulled. 16 Dell PowerVault DLT, VS, and SDLT Media Handbook Version 2.0 www.dell.com | support.dell.com Figure 1-27.
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...ºF (18ºC and 26ºC) Relative Humidity Between 40% and 60% Dell PowerVault DLT, VS, and SDLT Media Handbook Version 2.0 17 SDLT Bent-In Leader Buckles bar hooks Media with bent-in leader buckles have been known to cause the tape drive to drop the leader when the drive tries to moisture or sunlight...
...ºF (18ºC and 26ºC) Relative Humidity Between 40% and 60% Dell PowerVault DLT, VS, and SDLT Media Handbook Version 2.0 17 SDLT Bent-In Leader Buckles bar hooks Media with bent-in leader buckles have been known to cause the tape drive to drop the leader when the drive tries to moisture or sunlight...