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...160 GB 28.8 GB/hr Figure 1-4. SDLT220 110 GB/220 GB 39 GB/hr VS1 (Value Smart) Tape SDLT (Super Digital Linear Tape) tape I Dell PowerVault DLT, VS, and SDLT Media Handbook Version 2.0 3 DLT Drive Types and Basic Characteristics Figure 1-1. VS80 40 GB/80 GB 10.8 GB... Figure 1-2. Introduction This document describes the media compatibility, handling, and usage for the Dell™ PowerVault™ 110T DLT, SDLT 320/220, DLT1/VS80, and VS160. NOTE: This document will not cover DAT72, DDS4, LTO, and LTO2 tape technologies. Table 1-1 shows the basic characteristics of the drives.
...160 GB 28.8 GB/hr Figure 1-4. SDLT220 110 GB/220 GB 39 GB/hr VS1 (Value Smart) Tape SDLT (Super Digital Linear Tape) tape I Dell PowerVault DLT, VS, and SDLT Media Handbook Version 2.0 3 DLT Drive Types and Basic Characteristics Figure 1-1. VS80 40 GB/80 GB 10.8 GB... Figure 1-2. Introduction This document describes the media compatibility, handling, and usage for the Dell™ PowerVault™ 110T DLT, SDLT 320/220, DLT1/VS80, and VS160. NOTE: This document will not cover DAT72, DDS4, LTO, and LTO2 tape technologies. Table 1-1 shows the basic characteristics of the drives.
Dell PowerVault DLT, VS, and SDLT Media Handbook Version 2.0
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... 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 Primary Media Type Per Drive Part No DLT4000 DLT7000 DLT8000 DLT1 VS80 VS160 Figure 1-6. Type IV Media 3400444 Primary... Primary Primary Primary Primary Read only* SDLT220 SDLT320 Read only Read only Figure 1-7. SDLT Media 340- No No No No No Primary No No 0117 Figure 1-8. www.dell.com | support.dell.com Table 1-1. SDLT320 Capacity (native/compressed) 160 GB/320 GB Native Speed 57 GB/hr...
... 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 Primary Media Type Per Drive Part No DLT4000 DLT7000 DLT8000 DLT1 VS80 VS160 Figure 1-6. Type IV Media 3400444 Primary... Primary Primary Primary Primary Read only* SDLT220 SDLT320 Read only Read only Figure 1-7. SDLT Media 340- No No No No No Primary No No 0117 Figure 1-8. www.dell.com | support.dell.com Table 1-1. SDLT320 Capacity (native/compressed) 160 GB/320 GB Native Speed 57 GB/hr...
Dell PowerVault DLT, VS, and SDLT Media Handbook Version 2.0
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..., DLT1, or VS80 drives. Type IV media originally formatted in the DLT7000/8000 drive. NOTE: Always label where media was formatted by DLT4000. Dell PowerVault DLT, VS, and SDLT Media Handbook Version 2.0 5 DLT1 and VS80 Drives DLT1 and VS80 drives use SDLT1 type media to read and write. Invalid Media Symptoms When a wrong...
..., DLT1, or VS80 drives. Type IV media originally formatted in the DLT7000/8000 drive. NOTE: Always label where media was formatted by DLT4000. Dell PowerVault DLT, VS, and SDLT Media Handbook Version 2.0 5 DLT1 and VS80 Drives DLT1 and VS80 drives use SDLT1 type media to read and write. Invalid Media Symptoms When a wrong...
Dell PowerVault DLT, VS, and SDLT Media Handbook Version 2.0
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... There is no data on . The tape does not eject. However, for both Microsoft® Windows® and Linux platforms. 6 Dell PowerVault DLT, VS, and SDLT Media Handbook Version 2.0 NOTE: In Table 1-3, the media type formatted in their default density. 70 GB 2:1 compressed and 80 GB .... They can read and write VS1 media. The alert/media light will come on Quantum's website in an SDLT220 format. www.dell.com | support.dell.com Table 1-3. The utility is available for backward compatibility reasons, an SDLT320 Density Select Utility is cycled on the drive. 3 No...
... There is no data on . The tape does not eject. However, for both Microsoft® Windows® and Linux platforms. 6 Dell PowerVault DLT, VS, and SDLT Media Handbook Version 2.0 NOTE: In Table 1-3, the media type formatted in their default density. 70 GB 2:1 compressed and 80 GB .... They can read and write VS1 media. The alert/media light will come on Quantum's website in an SDLT220 format. www.dell.com | support.dell.com Table 1-3. The utility is available for backward compatibility reasons, an SDLT320 Density Select Utility is cycled on the drive. 3 No...
Dell PowerVault DLT, VS, and SDLT Media Handbook Version 2.0
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Only clean DLT tape drives when a request is made by backup software, when a cleaning indicator is light 340-2372 colored. NOTE: Dell does not sell this media. DLT/VS Cleaning Tape Light brown Cleaning material is seen on the drive, or when troubleshooting. Tape or "VS80."...NOTE: VS80/DLT1 cleaning tape may be in color and may appear to clean a VS160 drive, but not recommended. 341-0118 20 times. Dell PowerVault DLT, VS, and SDLT Media Handbook Version 2.0 7 Although DLT 4000/7000/8000/DLT1 and VS80 drives use the same cleaning tape. Figure 1-10. User needs to ...
Only clean DLT tape drives when a request is made by backup software, when a cleaning indicator is light 340-2372 colored. NOTE: Dell does not sell this media. DLT/VS Cleaning Tape Light brown Cleaning material is seen on the drive, or when troubleshooting. Tape or "VS80."...NOTE: VS80/DLT1 cleaning tape may be in color and may appear to clean a VS160 drive, but not recommended. 341-0118 20 times. Dell PowerVault DLT, VS, and SDLT Media Handbook Version 2.0 7 Although DLT 4000/7000/8000/DLT1 and VS80 drives use the same cleaning tape. Figure 1-10. User needs to ...
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...color Specifically designed for your drive type. If so, try another cleaning tape. If expired cleaning media is being used. 8 Dell PowerVault DLT, VS, and SDLT Media Handbook Version 2.0 Life Span Tracking 20 times. Table 1-5. Cleaning Media Compatibility Cleaning Tape DLT4000 DLT7000 DLT8000 DLT1 Cleaning Tape ...determine that you are using the proper cleaning tape for 340-3349 and designated as SDLT220 and SDLT320 "SDLT Cleaning drives. www.dell.com | support.dell.com Table 1-4. See the following to clean SDLT drives. Depending on . Tape can track usage.
...color Specifically designed for your drive type. If so, try another cleaning tape. If expired cleaning media is being used. 8 Dell PowerVault DLT, VS, and SDLT Media Handbook Version 2.0 Life Span Tracking 20 times. Table 1-5. Cleaning Media Compatibility Cleaning Tape DLT4000 DLT7000 DLT8000 DLT1 Cleaning Tape ...determine that you are using the proper cleaning tape for 340-3349 and designated as SDLT220 and SDLT320 "SDLT Cleaning drives. www.dell.com | support.dell.com Table 1-4. See the following to clean SDLT drives. Depending on . Tape can track usage.
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... door lock cartridge hub reel lock Cartridge Leader - Buckles with metal pin.) Reel Locks - Mechanical interconnect between the cartridge and the drive reel motor. Dell PowerVault DLT, VS, and SDLT Media Handbook Version 2.0 9 Two types, DLTtape cartridges (mylar loop) and Super DLTtape cartridges (plastic buckle with drive leader to pull media from spinning...
... door lock cartridge hub reel lock Cartridge Leader - Buckles with metal pin.) Reel Locks - Mechanical interconnect between the cartridge and the drive reel motor. Dell PowerVault DLT, VS, and SDLT Media Handbook Version 2.0 9 Two types, DLTtape cartridges (mylar loop) and Super DLTtape cartridges (plastic buckle with drive leader to pull media from spinning...
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... top points to withstand 1,000,000 passes, and have a shelf life of 30 years. DLT Tape and Super DLT Tape Media Write protected - www.dell.com | support.dell.com Write Protect Switch - Prevents overwrite or erasure of the write protect switch at any time. Figure 1-15. slide toward label. Orange indicator displayed... 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
... top points to withstand 1,000,000 passes, and have a shelf life of 30 years. DLT Tape and Super DLT Tape Media Write protected - www.dell.com | support.dell.com Write Protect Switch - Prevents overwrite or erasure of the write protect switch at any time. Figure 1-15. slide toward label. Orange indicator displayed... 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
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... becomes inoperable after loading a tape. NOTE: If a drive error occurs, inspect the current and previous cartridge used in labels provided. Figure 1-17. Dell PowerVault DLT, VS, and SDLT Media Handbook Version 2.0 11 Using a pencil can introduce contaminants to the tape path. • Use caution so loose labels in protective plastic cases. Store Media...
... becomes inoperable after loading a tape. NOTE: If a drive error occurs, inspect the current and previous cartridge used in labels provided. Figure 1-17. Dell PowerVault DLT, VS, and SDLT Media Handbook Version 2.0 11 Using a pencil can introduce contaminants to the tape path. • Use caution so loose labels in protective plastic cases. Store Media...
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... Switch: Move the switch. 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 leader to ensure that the spring is not bent. Figure 1-18. DLTtape Leader Loop 12 Dell PowerVault DLT, VS, and SDLT Media Handbook Version 2.0
... Switch: Move the switch. 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 leader to ensure that the spring is not bent. Figure 1-18. DLTtape Leader Loop 12 Dell PowerVault DLT, VS, and SDLT Media Handbook Version 2.0
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Verify operation using a small flat-blade screwdriver. If the reel locks are visible. The reel locks should spring back when released. Reel Locks Dell PowerVault DLT, VS, and SDLT Media Handbook Version 2.0 13 Figure 1-20. Super DLTtape Leader Buckle • Reel Locks: Check that both reel locks are not visible, do not use the cartridge. Figure 1-19.
Verify operation using a small flat-blade screwdriver. If the reel locks are visible. The reel locks should spring back when released. Reel Locks Dell PowerVault DLT, VS, and SDLT Media Handbook Version 2.0 13 Figure 1-20. Super DLTtape Leader Buckle • Reel Locks: Check that both reel locks are not visible, do not use the cartridge. Figure 1-19.
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Figure 1-21. SDLT Tape Latch The following graphic shows how the SDLT tape latches with the cartridge leader. www.dell.com | support.dell.com • Cartridge Hub: Confirm That the spring-loaded hub on the bottom of the cartridge is engaged by the cartridge leader on the Type IV media is properly tensioned and centered. Figure 1-22. Press the hub; it will spring back if operating properly. Cartridge Hub The following graphic shows how the loop on the DLT/VS80 drives. 14 Dell PowerVault DLT, VS, and SDLT Media Handbook Version 2.0
Figure 1-21. SDLT Tape Latch The following graphic shows how the SDLT tape latches with the cartridge leader. www.dell.com | support.dell.com • Cartridge Hub: Confirm That the spring-loaded hub on the bottom of the cartridge is engaged by the cartridge leader on the Type IV media is properly tensioned and centered. Figure 1-22. Press the hub; it will spring back if operating properly. Cartridge Hub The following graphic shows how the loop on the DLT/VS80 drives. 14 Dell PowerVault DLT, VS, and SDLT Media Handbook Version 2.0
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DLT Cartridge - Broken leader loop (not always this obvious) Figure 1-26. Leader missing (swallowed cartridge leader or broken tape) Figure 1-25. DLT Cartridge - Media wrapped too loosely (improper tension) Dell PowerVault DLT, VS, and SDLT Media Handbook Version 2.0 15 Type IV Media Engagement Cartridge Damage Examples Figure 1-24. Figure 1-23.
DLT Cartridge - Broken leader loop (not always this obvious) Figure 1-26. Leader missing (swallowed cartridge leader or broken tape) Figure 1-25. DLT Cartridge - Media wrapped too loosely (improper tension) Dell PowerVault DLT, VS, and SDLT Media Handbook Version 2.0 15 Type IV Media Engagement Cartridge Damage Examples Figure 1-24. Figure 1-23.
Dell PowerVault DLT, VS, and SDLT Media Handbook Version 2.0
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...refer to the following diagrams to check the leader buckles on impact. Good SDLT Leader Buckles bar hooks Tests have shown that dropping the media can cause an excessive amount of stress to the cartridge. www.dell.com | support.dell.com Figure 1-27. Figure 1-28. Also the bar is usually the ... bar parallel to the spring-loaded cartridge hub on the media. See Figure 1-29 to the cartridge. Note that gets more pulled. 16 Dell PowerVault DLT, VS, and SDLT Media Handbook Version 2.0 It is not parallel to identify bent-in leader buckles. Figure 1-28 shows a good cartridge...
...refer to the following diagrams to check the leader buckles on impact. Good SDLT Leader Buckles bar hooks Tests have shown that dropping the media can cause an excessive amount of stress to the cartridge. www.dell.com | support.dell.com Figure 1-27. Figure 1-28. Also the bar is usually the ... bar parallel to the spring-loaded cartridge hub on the media. See Figure 1-29 to the cartridge. Note that gets more pulled. 16 Dell PowerVault DLT, VS, and SDLT Media Handbook Version 2.0 It is not parallel to identify bent-in leader buckles. Figure 1-28 shows a good cartridge...
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...one or more years) Temperature Between 64ºF and 79ºF (18ºC and 26ºC) Relative Humidity Between 40% and 60% Dell PowerVault DLT, VS, and SDLT Media Handbook Version 2.0 17 Exposure to load the media into the take-up reel. Normal Storage Conditions (Nonarchival) Temperature • Between 61...90ºF (16ºC and 32ºC) • Wet bulb temperature 78ºF (26ºC) Relative Humidity Between 20% and 80% Table 1-7. 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...
...one or more years) Temperature Between 64ºF and 79ºF (18ºC and 26ºC) Relative Humidity Between 40% and 60% Dell PowerVault DLT, VS, and SDLT Media Handbook Version 2.0 17 Exposure to load the media into the take-up reel. Normal Storage Conditions (Nonarchival) Temperature • Between 61...90ºF (16ºC and 32ºC) • Wet bulb temperature 78ºF (26ºC) Relative Humidity Between 20% and 80% Table 1-7. 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...
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... example, speakers, monitors, electric motors, power supplies, and so forth). • Use a cartridge that fell from 3 ft or higher. 18 Dell PowerVault DLT, VS, and SDLT Media Handbook Version 2.0 www.dell.com | support.dell.com Media Do's and Do Not's The following should be done when handling media. • Touch the media or leader with...
... example, speakers, monitors, electric motors, power supplies, and so forth). • Use a cartridge that fell from 3 ft or higher. 18 Dell PowerVault DLT, VS, and SDLT Media Handbook Version 2.0 www.dell.com | support.dell.com Media Do's and Do Not's The following should be done when handling media. • Touch the media or leader with...
Requirements for LTO-2/LTO-3 Mixed Mode Configurations
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... code labels are installed together for operating a mix of LTO-1 or SDLT drives with 5101 Storage Network Controllers (SNC) upgrade to a 6101 SNC. Overview This document provides requirements for easy management. NOTE: For enhanced performance, it is recommended that similar drives are applied to all LTO media in the Dell™ PowerVault™ 136T LTO tape library.
... code labels are installed together for operating a mix of LTO-1 or SDLT drives with 5101 Storage Network Controllers (SNC) upgrade to a 6101 SNC. Overview This document provides requirements for easy management. NOTE: For enhanced performance, it is recommended that similar drives are applied to all LTO media in the Dell™ PowerVault™ 136T LTO tape library.
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...; Dell™ PowerVault™ 136T LTO LTO-2 和 LTO-3 LTO-2 和 LTO-3 LTO 安装 LTO-2 和 LTO-3 LTO-3 LTO-3 Dell PowerVault 136T User's Guide》(Dell PowerVault 136T Upgrading the LTO-1 or LTO-2 Tape Drive Modules to LTO-3 Tape Drive Modules(将 LTO1 或 LTO-2 LTO-3 Dell support.dell.com LTO-2 或 LTO-3 LTO-1 或 SDLT LTO-2 或 LTO-3 5101 SNC 升级到 6101 SNC。 LTO-2 和 LTO-3 3.35.0001 • RMU:193D.00002 • LTO-2 53Y3 Dell PowerVault 136T LTO...
...; Dell™ PowerVault™ 136T LTO LTO-2 和 LTO-3 LTO-2 和 LTO-3 LTO 安装 LTO-2 和 LTO-3 LTO-3 LTO-3 Dell PowerVault 136T User's Guide》(Dell PowerVault 136T Upgrading the LTO-1 or LTO-2 Tape Drive Modules to LTO-3 Tape Drive Modules(将 LTO1 或 LTO-2 LTO-3 Dell support.dell.com LTO-2 或 LTO-3 LTO-1 或 SDLT LTO-2 或 LTO-3 5101 SNC 升级到 6101 SNC。 LTO-2 和 LTO-3 3.35.0001 • RMU:193D.00002 • LTO-2 53Y3 Dell PowerVault 136T LTO...
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概要 Dell™ PowerVault™ 136T LTO LTO-2 LTO-3 LTO-2 と LTO-3 LTO LTO-2 と LTO-3 LTO-3 LTO-3 Dell PowerVault 136T Upgrading the LTO 1 or LTO-2 Tape Drive Modules to LTO-3 Tape Drive Modules』(LTO 1 または LTO-2 LTO-3 support.dell.com LTO-2 ま たは LTO-3 メモ:LTO-1 SDLT LTO-2 または LTO-3 5101 SNC 6101 SNC Dell PowerVault 136T LTO 35
概要 Dell™ PowerVault™ 136T LTO LTO-2 LTO-3 LTO-2 と LTO-3 LTO LTO-2 と LTO-3 LTO-3 LTO-3 Dell PowerVault 136T Upgrading the LTO 1 or LTO-2 Tape Drive Modules to LTO-3 Tape Drive Modules』(LTO 1 または LTO-2 LTO-3 support.dell.com LTO-2 ま たは LTO-3 メモ:LTO-1 SDLT LTO-2 または LTO-3 5101 SNC 6101 SNC Dell PowerVault 136T LTO 35