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... VS1 (Value Smart) Tape SDLT (Super Digital Linear Tape) tape I Dell PowerVault DLT, VS, and SDLT Media Handbook Version 2.0 3 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. Drives and Media Table 1-1.
... VS1 (Value Smart) Tape SDLT (Super Digital Linear Tape) tape I Dell PowerVault DLT, VS, and SDLT Media Handbook Version 2.0 3 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. Drives and Media Table 1-1.
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... Characteristics Figure 1-5. VS1 Media 341- www.dell.com | support.dell.com Table 1-1. Primary Media Type Per Drive Part No DLT4000 DLT7000 DLT8000 DLT1 VS80 VS160 Figure 1-6. 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... No Primary No No 0117 Figure 1-8. SDLT Media 340- SDLT320 Capacity (native/compressed) 160 GB/320 GB Native Speed 57 GB/hr Primary Media SDLT tape I Table 1-2.
... Characteristics Figure 1-5. VS1 Media 341- www.dell.com | support.dell.com Table 1-1. Primary Media Type Per Drive Part No DLT4000 DLT7000 DLT8000 DLT1 VS80 VS160 Figure 1-6. 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... No Primary No No 0117 Figure 1-8. SDLT Media 340- SDLT320 Capacity (native/compressed) 160 GB/320 GB Native Speed 57 GB/hr Primary Media SDLT tape I Table 1-2.
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...automatically ejected from the DLT1 and VS80 drive. Dell PowerVault DLT, VS, and SDLT Media Handbook Version 2.0 5 If a blank Type IV media is inserted in the DLT7000/8000 drive. DLT1 and VS80 drives can read Type IV media created by DLT4000 only. VS160 drives can backward-read Type IV media ...and media will be ejected from the drive, but backup software will come on • Tape ejects Reusing Type IV Media Formatted by DLT7000 or DLT8000 in VS80/DLT1 Drives Type IV media previously recorded by DLT1 or VS80 drive. SDLT320 drives can backwardread all Type IV media ...
...automatically ejected from the DLT1 and VS80 drive. Dell PowerVault DLT, VS, and SDLT Media Handbook Version 2.0 5 If a blank Type IV media is inserted in the DLT7000/8000 drive. DLT1 and VS80 drives can read Type IV media created by DLT4000 only. VS160 drives can backward-read Type IV media ...and media will be ejected from the drive, but backup software will come on • Tape ejects Reusing Type IV Media Formatted by DLT7000 or DLT8000 in VS80/DLT1 Drives Type IV media previously recorded by DLT1 or VS80 drive. SDLT320 drives can backwardread all Type IV media ...
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...Linux platforms. 6 Dell PowerVault DLT, VS, and SDLT Media Handbook Version 2.0 NOTE: In Table 1-3, the media type formatted in italics can read Type IV media written by DLT4000, DLT7000, DLT8000, VS80, and DLT1 drives. 1 Orange alert/... that would indicate no data on . This will allow an SDLT320 drive to tape in bold can also read by VS or DLT1 drives. This software utility will be read Type IV media written by DLT4000... Type IV written by DLT1 No Type IV written by VS80 No VS1 written by VS160 No SDLT1 written by SDLT220 No SDLT1 written by SDLT320 No Read by DLT7000 Yes ...
...Linux platforms. 6 Dell PowerVault DLT, VS, and SDLT Media Handbook Version 2.0 NOTE: In Table 1-3, the media type formatted in italics can read Type IV media written by DLT4000, DLT7000, DLT8000, VS80, and DLT1 drives. 1 Orange alert/... that would indicate no data on . This will allow an SDLT320 drive to tape in bold can also read by VS or DLT1 drives. This software utility will be read Type IV media written by DLT4000... Type IV written by DLT1 No Type IV written by VS80 No VS1 written by VS160 No SDLT1 written by SDLT220 No SDLT1 written by SDLT320 No Read by DLT7000 Yes ...
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... like cloth than tape. Dell PowerVault DLT, VS, and SDLT Media Handbook Version 2.0 7 VS160 Cleaning Tape Light grey in color and may be in color and looks more designated "DLT1" like standard black labeled "DLT media tape. DLT/VS Cleaning Tape Light brown Cleaning material is seen on the drive, or when troubleshooting. Only clean DLT tape drives when a request...
... like cloth than tape. Dell PowerVault DLT, VS, and SDLT Media Handbook Version 2.0 7 VS160 Cleaning Tape Light grey in color and may be in color and looks more designated "DLT1" like standard black labeled "DLT media tape. DLT/VS Cleaning Tape Light brown Cleaning material is seen on the drive, or when troubleshooting. Only clean DLT tape drives when a request...
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... No No VS160 SDLT220 No No YES (not No recommended) Yes No No Yes SDLT320 No No No Yes Exhausted Cleaning Media If a cleaning tape is being used. 8 Dell PowerVault DLT, VS, and SDLT Media Handbook Version 2.0 On last use, the cleaning light will go off and the drive will stay ...on the drive model, if the light does not go off , there may be...
... No No VS160 SDLT220 No No YES (not No recommended) Yes No No Yes SDLT320 No No No Yes Exhausted Cleaning Media If a cleaning tape is being used. 8 Dell PowerVault DLT, VS, and SDLT Media Handbook Version 2.0 On last use, the cleaning light will go off and the drive will stay ...on the drive model, if the light does not go off , there may be...
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...tension of the cleaning tape and discard after the recommended 20 uses. Two types, DLTtape cartridges (mylar loop) and Super DLTtape cartridges (plastic buckle with drive leader to record usage of media is expired except to manually note usage on the check box label. Dell PowerVault DLT, VS, and...an expired cleaning tape is used in a: • DLT4000/DLT7000 drive, the tape is ejected and the cleaning light stays on. • SDLT220/SDLT320 drive, the tape is not ejected and the cleaning light goes out the 20th time (last) the tape is used. • DLT1/VS80 and VS160 drives, there is no...
...tension of the cleaning tape and discard after the recommended 20 uses. Two types, DLTtape cartridges (mylar loop) and Super DLTtape cartridges (plastic buckle with drive leader to record usage of media is expired except to manually note usage on the check box label. Dell PowerVault DLT, VS, and...an expired cleaning tape is used in a: • DLT4000/DLT7000 drive, the tape is ejected and the cleaning light stays on. • SDLT220/SDLT320 drive, the tape is not ejected and the cleaning light goes out the 20th time (last) the tape is used. • DLT1/VS80 and VS160 drives, there is no...
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... 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 Media Care Guidelines DLTtape cartridges are manufactured to be reliable, robust, and durable. They are... engineered to withstand 1,000,000 passes, and have a shelf life of 30 years. DLT Tape VS1 and DLT VS160 Media Write protected indicator on top points to closed lock. DLT Tape and Super DLT Tape Media Write protected - Orange indicator displayed. Figure 1-14. slide toward label. www...
... 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 Media Care Guidelines DLTtape cartridges are manufactured to be reliable, robust, and durable. They are... engineered to withstand 1,000,000 passes, and have a shelf life of 30 years. DLT Tape VS1 and DLT VS160 Media Write protected indicator on top points to closed lock. DLT Tape and Super DLT Tape Media Write protected - Orange indicator displayed. Figure 1-14. slide toward label. www...
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...inspection before inserting it notes, and do not write on proper care and handling of your skin contaminate the tape and affect performance. Figure 1-17. NOTE: If a drive error occurs, inspect the current and previous cartridge used in labels provided. Store Media Vertically in storage container... to a hard physical shock. • When a shipment of tapes shows any sign of cartridge, covering the hub. • Never touch the tape or tape leader. Do not use adhesive labels or Post-it into the drive. Dell PowerVault DLT, VS, and SDLT Media Handbook Version 2.0 11 NOTE: The...
...inspection before inserting it notes, and do not write on proper care and handling of your skin contaminate the tape and affect performance. Figure 1-17. NOTE: If a drive error occurs, inspect the current and previous cartridge used in labels provided. Store Media Vertically in storage container... to a hard physical shock. • When a shipment of tapes shows any sign of cartridge, covering the hub. • Never touch the tape or tape leader. Do not use adhesive labels or Post-it into the drive. Dell PowerVault DLT, VS, and SDLT Media Handbook Version 2.0 11 NOTE: The...
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... for chips, cracks, dents, or missing screws. DLTtape Leader Loop 12 Dell PowerVault DLT, VS, and SDLT Media Handbook Version 2.0 Ensure that the spring is present. • Write Protect Switch: Move the switch. DLT tape leader loop should snap into write-protected mode and write- enabled mode. ...DLTtape Cartridges: Check that the Super DLTtape leader buckle aligns with cartridge edge and metal pin is not bent. Figure 1-18. www.dell.com | support.dell.com Cartridge Inspection • Case: Inspect the case for cracks, chips, or signs of damage. • Cartridge: Inspect the ...
... for chips, cracks, dents, or missing screws. DLTtape Leader Loop 12 Dell PowerVault DLT, VS, and SDLT Media Handbook Version 2.0 Ensure that the spring is present. • Write Protect Switch: Move the switch. DLT tape leader loop should snap into write-protected mode and write- enabled mode. ...DLTtape Cartridges: Check that the Super DLTtape leader buckle aligns with cartridge edge and metal pin is not bent. Figure 1-18. www.dell.com | support.dell.com Cartridge Inspection • Case: Inspect the case for cracks, chips, or signs of damage. • Cartridge: Inspect the ...
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Press the hub; Figure 1-21. Figure 1-22. 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. 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 it will spring back if operating properly.
Press the hub; Figure 1-21. Figure 1-22. 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. 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 it will spring back if operating properly.
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Figure 1-23. Broken leader loop (not always this obvious) Figure 1-26. 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. DLT Cartridge - Leader missing (swallowed cartridge leader or broken tape) Figure 1-25. DLT Cartridge -
Figure 1-23. Broken leader loop (not always this obvious) Figure 1-26. 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. DLT Cartridge - Leader missing (swallowed cartridge leader or broken tape) Figure 1-25. DLT Cartridge -
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...have shown that dropping the media can cause an excessive amount of stress to identify bent-in leader buckles. Note that gets more pulled. 16 Dell PowerVault DLT, VS, and SDLT Media Handbook Version 2.0 Note the plastic hooks resting on impact. Also the bar is usually the HUB side of ...stress will pull the tape media further into the media cartridge and bend the leader buckles. It is not parallel to the cartridge. Bent media buckle SDLT Media When ...
...have shown that dropping the media can cause an excessive amount of stress to identify bent-in leader buckles. Note that gets more pulled. 16 Dell PowerVault DLT, VS, and SDLT Media Handbook Version 2.0 Note the plastic hooks resting on impact. Also the bar is usually the HUB side of ...stress will pull the tape media further into the media cartridge and bend the leader buckles. It is not parallel to the cartridge. Bent media buckle SDLT Media When ...
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... Storage Conditions (for 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 Table 1-6. SDLT Bent-In Leader Buckles bar hooks Media with bent-in leader buckles have been known...
... Storage Conditions (for 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 Table 1-6. SDLT Bent-In Leader Buckles bar hooks Media with bent-in leader buckles have been known...
Dell PowerVault 110T DLT VS160 Tape Drive - User's Guide
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...Warranty information may be included within this text: Dell, PowerVault, and the DELL logo are trademarks of Dell Computer Corporation. Information in this document or as a separate document. Dell Computer Corporation disclaims any proprietary interest in any...: Dell PowerVault 110T DLT VS160 Tape Drive User's Guide Dell™ PowerVault™ 110T DLT VS160 Tape Drive User's Guide Introduction Getting Started and Setup Using the Tape Drive Using the Tape Backup Software Troubleshooting Specifications Drive Connectors Jumpers See the Dell Support website at support.dell.com...
...Warranty information may be included within this text: Dell, PowerVault, and the DELL logo are trademarks of Dell Computer Corporation. Information in this document or as a separate document. Dell Computer Corporation disclaims any proprietary interest in any...: Dell PowerVault 110T DLT VS160 Tape Drive User's Guide Dell™ PowerVault™ 110T DLT VS160 Tape Drive User's Guide Introduction Getting Started and Setup Using the Tape Drive Using the Tape Backup Software Troubleshooting Specifications Drive Connectors Jumpers See the Dell Support website at support.dell.com...
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...:46:11 AM] The PowerVault 110T DLT VS160 Tape drive is a 5.25-inch, half-height form-factor, using a 1/2-inch tape. Introduction: Dell PowerVault 110T DLT VS160 Tape Drive User's Guide Back to Contents Page Introduction: Dell™ PowerVault™ 110T DLT VS160 Tape Drive User's Guide Overview Features Tape Backup Software Obtaining Drivers and Firmware Upgrades Front Panel Controls and Indicators Overview The Dell™ PowerVault™ 110T DLT VS160 Tape drive is a value-priced...
...:46:11 AM] The PowerVault 110T DLT VS160 Tape drive is a 5.25-inch, half-height form-factor, using a 1/2-inch tape. Introduction: Dell PowerVault 110T DLT VS160 Tape Drive User's Guide Back to Contents Page Introduction: Dell™ PowerVault™ 110T DLT VS160 Tape Drive User's Guide Overview Features Tape Backup Software Obtaining Drivers and Firmware Upgrades Front Panel Controls and Indicators Overview The Dell™ PowerVault™ 110T DLT VS160 Tape drive is a value-priced...
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... Windows NT/2000 version 9.0 or later Yosemite Tapeware® version 7.0 or later Novell® NetWare® VERITAS™ BackupExec™ for the Tape Backup Applications noted below. Introduction: Dell PowerVault 110T DLT VS160 Tape Drive User's Guide Microsoft® Windows® 2000 and Windows® Server™ 2003: QSDLT32.SYS Native Operating System Backup Utilities Microsoft®...
... Windows NT/2000 version 9.0 or later Yosemite Tapeware® version 7.0 or later Novell® NetWare® VERITAS™ BackupExec™ for the Tape Backup Applications noted below. Introduction: Dell PowerVault 110T DLT VS160 Tape Drive User's Guide Microsoft® Windows® 2000 and Windows® Server™ 2003: QSDLT32.SYS Native Operating System Backup Utilities Microsoft®...
Dell PowerVault 110T DLT VS160 Tape Drive - User's Guide
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... is idle with the Ready LED, next the Fault LED, and finally the Clean LED, at approximately one of the indicated operating conditions simultaneously. Introduction: Dell PowerVault 110T DLT VS160 Tape Drive User's Guide Every time you turn off momentarily If a cartridge is not loaded, the Ready LED illuminates and POST is complete, the entire process...
... is idle with the Ready LED, next the Fault LED, and finally the Clean LED, at approximately one of the indicated operating conditions simultaneously. Introduction: Dell PowerVault 110T DLT VS160 Tape Drive User's Guide Every time you turn off momentarily If a cartridge is not loaded, the Ready LED illuminates and POST is complete, the entire process...
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... 18-21 21-24 24-27 27-30 30+ Normal unload/eject function Reserved Reserved Reserved Revert to normal operating mode Write/read diagnostic. Introduction: Dell PowerVault 110T DLT VS160 Tape Drive User's Guide Media Slow Blink (1x per second) On Unsupported format, or damaged or unsupported cartridge type inserted into...
... 18-21 21-24 24-27 27-30 30+ Normal unload/eject function Reserved Reserved Reserved Revert to normal operating mode Write/read diagnostic. Introduction: Dell PowerVault 110T DLT VS160 Tape Drive User's Guide Media Slow Blink (1x per second) On Unsupported format, or damaged or unsupported cartridge type inserted into...
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Introduction: Dell PowerVault 110T DLT VS160 Tape Drive User's Guide When you release the button, the drive returns to normal operation. Back to Normal Operating Mode When you release the button, the drive performs a hard reset, behaving as if it had been turned off and then on. A standard POST then takes place. Revert to Contents Page file:///C|/Users/rishi_sood/Desktop/Temp/MissingDocsPosted/110t_dlt/UG/intro.htm[3/8/2013 11:46:11 AM]
Introduction: Dell PowerVault 110T DLT VS160 Tape Drive User's Guide When you release the button, the drive returns to normal operation. Back to Normal Operating Mode When you release the button, the drive performs a hard reset, behaving as if it had been turned off and then on. A standard POST then takes place. Revert to Contents Page file:///C|/Users/rishi_sood/Desktop/Temp/MissingDocsPosted/110t_dlt/UG/intro.htm[3/8/2013 11:46:11 AM]