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...of times the tape is light 340-2372 colored. "VS160 Cleaning Cartridge." User needs to track the number of times the tape is used . Cleaning Tape III." May be used . leader is seen on the drive, or when troubleshooting. Only clean DLT tape drives when a ... Tape or "VS80." User needs to and labeled clean VS160 drives. Cleaning Considerations DLT tape drives do not use the same Type IV data media, they do not need periodic cleaning. Figure 1-11. Dell PowerVault DLT, VS, and SDLT Media Handbook Version 2.0 7 N/A 20 times. VS160 Cleaning Tape ...
...of times the tape is light 340-2372 colored. "VS160 Cleaning Cartridge." User needs to track the number of times the tape is used . Cleaning Tape III." May be used . leader is seen on the drive, or when troubleshooting. Only clean DLT tape drives when a ... Tape or "VS80." User needs to and labeled clean VS160 drives. Cleaning Considerations DLT tape drives do not use the same Type IV data media, they do not need periodic cleaning. Figure 1-11. Dell PowerVault DLT, VS, and SDLT Media Handbook Version 2.0 7 N/A 20 times. VS160 Cleaning Tape ...
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... following to clean SDLT drives. www.dell.com | support.dell.com Table 1-4. Tape." NOTE: Do not use . Depending on after tape eject, the cleaning tape may be exhausted. If expired cleaning media is being used. 8 Dell PowerVault DLT, VS, and SDLT Media Handbook Version 2.0 User must manually eject cartridge and discard it from future use VS160 cleaning media to determine...
... following to clean SDLT drives. www.dell.com | support.dell.com Table 1-4. Tape." NOTE: Do not use . Depending on after tape eject, the cleaning tape may be exhausted. If expired cleaning media is being used. 8 Dell PowerVault DLT, VS, and SDLT Media Handbook Version 2.0 User must manually eject cartridge and discard it from future use VS160 cleaning media to determine...
Media Handbook
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... spinning when the cartridge is not loaded in the cartridge from cartridge. Two types, DLTtape cartridges (mylar loop) and Super DLTtape cartridges (plastic buckle with drive leader to manually note usage on head cleaning after 20 uses. Cartridge Tape reel lock serial number leader door lock cartridge hub reel lock Cartridge Leader - Buckles with metal pin.) Reel Locks - Dell PowerVault DLT, VS...
... spinning when the cartridge is not loaded in the cartridge from cartridge. Two types, DLTtape cartridges (mylar loop) and Super DLTtape cartridges (plastic buckle with drive leader to manually note usage on head cleaning after 20 uses. Cartridge Tape reel lock serial number leader door lock cartridge hub reel lock Cartridge Leader - Buckles with metal pin.) Reel Locks - Dell PowerVault DLT, VS...
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...dell.com | support.dell.com Write Protect Switch - Figure 1-15. Figure 1-14. Media Care Guidelines DLTtape cartridges are manufactured to withstand 1,000,000 passes, and have a shelf life of the write protect switch at any time. They are engineered to closed lock. DLT Tape and Super DLT Tape Media Write protected - DLT Tape VS1 and DLT VS160...guidelines for media 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 ...
...dell.com | support.dell.com Write Protect Switch - Figure 1-15. Figure 1-14. Media Care Guidelines DLTtape cartridges are manufactured to withstand 1,000,000 passes, and have a shelf life of the write protect switch at any time. They are engineered to closed lock. DLT Tape and Super DLT Tape Media Write protected - DLT Tape VS1 and DLT VS160...guidelines for media 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 ...
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... 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 a tape is loaded or changed. • When a tape cartridge is dropped or subject to bottom of media cartridges. Figure... 1-17. NOTE: The safety of shipping damage. • If the DLT, DLT VS or SDLT drive becomes inoperable after loading a tape. Using a pencil ...
... 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 a tape is loaded or changed. • When a tape cartridge is dropped or subject to bottom of media cartridges. Figure... 1-17. NOTE: The safety of shipping damage. • If the DLT, DLT VS or SDLT drive becomes inoperable after loading a tape. Using a pencil ...
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... spring is present. • Write Protect Switch: Move the switch. 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- www.dell.com | support.dell.com Cartridge Inspection • Case: Inspect the case for cracks, chips, or signs of damage. •...
... spring is present. • Write Protect Switch: Move the switch. 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- www.dell.com | support.dell.com Cartridge Inspection • Case: Inspect the case for cracks, chips, or signs of damage. •...
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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. Press the hub; SDLT Tape Latch The following graphic shows how the SDLT tape latches with the cartridge leader. Figure 1-22. 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.
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. Press the hub; SDLT Tape Latch The following graphic shows how the SDLT tape latches with the cartridge leader. Figure 1-22. 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.
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Broken leader loop (not always this obvious) Figure 1-26. DLT Cartridge - Leader missing (swallowed cartridge leader or broken tape) Figure 1-25. Media wrapped too loosely (improper tension) Dell PowerVault DLT, VS, and SDLT Media Handbook Version 2.0 15 Figure 1-23. DLT Cartridge - Type IV Media Engagement Cartridge Damage Examples Figure 1-24.
Broken leader loop (not always this obvious) Figure 1-26. DLT Cartridge - Leader missing (swallowed cartridge leader or broken tape) Figure 1-25. Media wrapped too loosely (improper tension) Dell PowerVault DLT, VS, and SDLT Media Handbook Version 2.0 15 Figure 1-23. DLT Cartridge - Type IV Media Engagement Cartridge Damage Examples Figure 1-24.
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Figure 1-28 shows a good cartridge. This amount of the cartridge that gets more pulled. 16 Dell PowerVault DLT, VS, and SDLT Media Handbook Version 2.0 Note that dropping the media can cause an excessive amount of stress to the cartridge. Also the bar is usually the HUB side of stress will pull the tape media further into the...
Figure 1-28 shows a good cartridge. This amount of the cartridge that gets more pulled. 16 Dell PowerVault DLT, VS, and SDLT Media Handbook Version 2.0 Note that dropping the media can cause an excessive amount of stress to the cartridge. Also the bar is usually the HUB side of stress will pull the tape media further into the...
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...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 Normal Storage Conditions (Nonarchival) Temperature • Between 61ºF and 90ºF (16... 32ºC) • Wet bulb temperature 78ºF (26ºC) Relative Humidity Between 20% and 80% Table 1-7. Table 1-6. Cartridge Storage When storing cartridge, avoid moisture and direct sunlight. Figure 1-29. SDLT Bent-In Leader Buckles bar hooks Media with bent-in leader buckles have been ...
...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 Normal Storage Conditions (Nonarchival) Temperature • Between 61ºF and 90ºF (16... 32ºC) • Wet bulb temperature 78ºF (26ºC) Relative Humidity Between 20% and 80% Table 1-7. Table 1-6. Cartridge Storage When storing cartridge, avoid moisture and direct sunlight. Figure 1-29. SDLT Bent-In Leader Buckles bar hooks Media with bent-in leader buckles have been ...
Dell PowerVault 110T DLT VS160 Tape Drive - User's Guide
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... wide, SCSI bus. 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, high-reliability, high-capacity linear streaming cartridge tape drive designed for use on entry...
... wide, SCSI bus. 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, high-reliability, high-capacity linear streaming cartridge tape drive designed for use on entry...
Dell PowerVault 110T DLT VS160 Tape Drive - User's Guide
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... results of a permanent write error, both the Clean and Media LEDs are on or reset the drive, it conducts a Power-On Self-Test (POST). 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 taking approximately...
... results of a permanent write error, both the Clean and Media LEDs are on or reset the drive, it conducts a Power-On Self-Test (POST). 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 taking approximately...
Dell PowerVault 110T DLT VS160 Tape Drive - User's Guide
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... approximately 400MB of the additional features that is displayed. 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 drive DLT1 format DLTtape™ IV cartridge loaded See Troubleshooting the Drive in the drive. NOTICE: The Unload/Eject button features indicated by an asterisk...
... approximately 400MB of the additional features that is displayed. 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 drive DLT1 format DLTtape™ IV cartridge loaded See Troubleshooting the Drive in the drive. NOTICE: The Unload/Eject button features indicated by an asterisk...
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Using the Tape Drive: Dell PowerVault 110T DLT VS160 Tape Drive User's Guide Back to Contents Page Using the Tape Drive: Dell™ PowerVault™ 110T DLT VS160 Tape Drive User's Guide Operating the Tape Drive Caring for several seconds. This test ensures that can take place: The LEDs illuminate...POST is complete, the entire process taking approximately eight seconds If a cartridge is in the same locations on or reset the drive, it conducts a Power-On Self-Test (POST). PowerVault 110T DLT VS160 Tape drive front panel NOTE: The front panel controls and indicators are in ...
Using the Tape Drive: Dell PowerVault 110T DLT VS160 Tape Drive User's Guide Back to Contents Page Using the Tape Drive: Dell™ PowerVault™ 110T DLT VS160 Tape Drive User's Guide Operating the Tape Drive Caring for several seconds. This test ensures that can take place: The LEDs illuminate...POST is complete, the entire process taking approximately eight seconds If a cartridge is in the same locations on or reset the drive, it conducts a Power-On Self-Test (POST). PowerVault 110T DLT VS160 Tape drive front panel NOTE: The front panel controls and indicators are in ...
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... provides features in Table 1. For example: If cleaning is required while a DLT1 format cartridge is on If an internal write/read , write, seek, rewind, calibration, or other three LEDs. Using the Tape Drive: Dell PowerVault 110T DLT VS160 Tape Drive User's Guide When the PowerVault 110T DLT VS160 Tape drive is displayed. Table 2 describes what each front panel indicator means. To activate one of...
... provides features in Table 1. For example: If cleaning is required while a DLT1 format cartridge is on If an internal write/read , write, seek, rewind, calibration, or other three LEDs. Using the Tape Drive: Dell PowerVault 110T DLT VS160 Tape Drive User's Guide When the PowerVault 110T DLT VS160 Tape drive is displayed. Table 2 describes what each front panel indicator means. To activate one of...
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... NOTICE: This mode overwrites all cartridges that is fast and easy. Loading a Tape Cartridge The PowerVault 110T DLT VS160 Tape drive reads and writes DLTtape VS1 cartridges. DLTtape™ IV cartridges written using this feature to normal operation. When the diagnostic begins, the drive writes and then reads approximately 400MB of important data. Using the Tape Drive: Dell PowerVault 110T DLT VS160 Tape Drive User's Guide data. A standard POST...
... NOTICE: This mode overwrites all cartridges that is fast and easy. Loading a Tape Cartridge The PowerVault 110T DLT VS160 Tape drive reads and writes DLTtape VS1 cartridges. DLTtape™ IV cartridges written using this feature to normal operation. When the diagnostic begins, the drive writes and then reads approximately 400MB of important data. Using the Tape Drive: Dell PowerVault 110T DLT VS160 Tape Drive User's Guide data. A standard POST...
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... the Tape Drive: Dell PowerVault 110T DLT VS160 Tape Drive User's Guide DLTtape VS1 cartridge into the cartridge slot, oriented as desired. Figure 2. To eject a cartridge from the PowerVault 110T DLT VS160 Tape drive before turning off can result in Figure 2, and push the cartridge gently into the PowerVault 110T DLT VS160 Tape drive, make sure the write-protect switch on Tape Cartridges All Tape cartridges have a write-protect switch to prolong cartridge life. Unloading a tape cartridge 3. Return the cartridge...
... the Tape Drive: Dell PowerVault 110T DLT VS160 Tape Drive User's Guide DLTtape VS1 cartridge into the cartridge slot, oriented as desired. Figure 2. To eject a cartridge from the PowerVault 110T DLT VS160 Tape drive before turning off can result in Figure 2, and push the cartridge gently into the PowerVault 110T DLT VS160 Tape drive, make sure the write-protect switch on Tape Cartridges All Tape cartridges have a write-protect switch to prolong cartridge life. Unloading a tape cartridge 3. Return the cartridge...
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... status of cleaning cartridge, the PowerVault 110T DLT VS160 Tape drive prevents damage by ejecting the cartridge after approximately 25 seconds without allowing the cleaning tape to 24 hours. Store tape cartridges in a dust-free environment in which the Clean LED blinks. Cleaning typically takes several minutes, during which relative humidity is 40%, ± 20%. Using the Tape Drive: Dell PowerVault 110T DLT VS160 Tape Drive User's Guide...
... status of cleaning cartridge, the PowerVault 110T DLT VS160 Tape drive prevents damage by ejecting the cartridge after approximately 25 seconds without allowing the cleaning tape to 24 hours. Store tape cartridges in a dust-free environment in which the Clean LED blinks. Cleaning typically takes several minutes, during which relative humidity is 40%, ± 20%. Using the Tape Drive: Dell PowerVault 110T DLT VS160 Tape Drive User's Guide...
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... VS1 cartridge. 3. Timing or drive problem. 1. Also confirm that the drive is using , any hold it to or read or write to write data, make sure you are using your backup application. 5. Make sure that you may be several minutes. 2. application. See Cleaning the Tape Mechanism in Using the Tape Drive for detailed instructions. Troubleshooting: Dell PowerVault 110T DLT VS160 Tape Drive...
... VS1 cartridge. 3. Timing or drive problem. 1. Also confirm that the drive is using , any hold it to or read or write to write data, make sure you are using your backup application. 5. Make sure that you may be several minutes. 2. application. See Cleaning the Tape Mechanism in Using the Tape Drive for detailed instructions. Troubleshooting: Dell PowerVault 110T DLT VS160 Tape Drive...
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... taskbar, point to close the Device Properties dialog box. Windows Server 2003 now scans for Hardware Changes. The drive now appears in the righthand pane of tape cartridge. Troubleshooting: Dell PowerVault 110T DLT VS160 Tape Drive User's Guide 3. Make sure tape cartridge is ready to Contents Page file:///C|/Users/rishi_sood/Desktop/Temp/MissingDocsPosted/110t_dlt/UG/trouble.htm[3/8/2013 11:46:14...
... taskbar, point to close the Device Properties dialog box. Windows Server 2003 now scans for Hardware Changes. The drive now appears in the righthand pane of tape cartridge. Troubleshooting: Dell PowerVault 110T DLT VS160 Tape Drive User's Guide 3. Make sure tape cartridge is ready to Contents Page file:///C|/Users/rishi_sood/Desktop/Temp/MissingDocsPosted/110t_dlt/UG/trouble.htm[3/8/2013 11:46:14...