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.../hr VS1 (Value Smart) Tape SDLT (Super Digital Linear Tape) tape I Dell PowerVault DLT, VS, and SDLT Media Handbook Version 2.0 3 Introduction This document describes the media compatibility, handling, and usage for the Dell™ PowerVault™ 110T DLT, SDLT 320/220, DLT1/VS80, and VS160. VS80 40 GB/80 GB 10.8 GB/hr DLT Type IV Figure 1-3. VS160 80 GB/160 GB 28...
.../hr VS1 (Value Smart) Tape SDLT (Super Digital Linear Tape) tape I Dell PowerVault DLT, VS, and SDLT Media Handbook Version 2.0 3 Introduction This document describes the media compatibility, handling, and usage for the Dell™ PowerVault™ 110T DLT, SDLT 320/220, DLT1/VS80, and VS160. VS80 40 GB/80 GB 10.8 GB/hr DLT Type IV Figure 1-3. VS160 80 GB/160 GB 28...
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... 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. SDLT Media 340- VS1 Media 341- No No No No No Primary ...No No 0117 Figure 1-8. SDLT320 Capacity (native/compressed) 160 GB/320 GB Native Speed 57 GB/hr Primary Media SDLT tape I Table 1-2. DLT Drive Types and...
... 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. SDLT Media 340- VS1 Media 341- No No No No No Primary ...No No 0117 Figure 1-8. SDLT320 Capacity (native/compressed) 160 GB/320 GB Native Speed 57 GB/hr Primary Media SDLT tape I Table 1-2. DLT Drive Types and...
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...VS160 Drives VS160 drives use SDLT1 type media to read and write. VS160 drives can backward-read the media formatted by DLT1 or VS80 drive. SDLT320 and SDLT220 Drives SDLT320 and SDLT220 drives use VS1 media to hardware compression level 20 GB and erased in the SDLT320 drive, the media light will come on • Tape... Type IV media only if the media was originally used in a VS80/DLT1 drive only if the media is first set to read media created by DLT4000 only. They can read and write. Dell PowerVault DLT, VS, and SDLT Media Handbook Version 2.0 5 They cannot write to read ...
...VS160 Drives VS160 drives use SDLT1 type media to read and write. VS160 drives can backward-read the media formatted by DLT1 or VS80 drive. SDLT320 and SDLT220 Drives SDLT320 and SDLT220 drives use VS1 media to hardware compression level 20 GB and erased in the SDLT320 drive, the media light will come on • Tape... Type IV media only if the media was originally used in a VS80/DLT1 drive only if the media is first set to read media created by DLT4000 only. They can read and write. Dell PowerVault DLT, VS, and SDLT Media Handbook Version 2.0 5 They cannot write to read ...
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...DLT4000, DLT7000, DLT8000, VS80, and DLT1 drives. 1 Orange alert/media light comes on tape. * Under default settings the DLT 7000 and DLT8000 drives write to tape in their default density. 70 GB 2:1... 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 ...drive or power is available on Quantum's website in an SDLT220 format. NOTE: In Table 1-3, the media types formatted in bold can read and write VS1 media. However, for both Microsoft® Windows® and Linux platforms. 6 Dell PowerVault DLT...
...DLT4000, DLT7000, DLT8000, VS80, and DLT1 drives. 1 Orange alert/media light comes on tape. * Under default settings the DLT 7000 and DLT8000 drives write to tape in their default density. 70 GB 2:1... 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 ...drive or power is available on Quantum's website in an SDLT220 format. NOTE: In Table 1-3, the media types formatted in bold can read and write VS1 media. However, for both Microsoft® Windows® and Linux platforms. 6 Dell PowerVault DLT...
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... Cleaning Media Figure 1-9. NOTE: VS80/DLT1 cleaning tape may appear to and labeled clean VS160 drives. VS160 Cleaning Tape Light grey in color and looks more designated "DLT1" like standard black labeled "DLT media tape. Dell PowerVault DLT, VS, and SDLT Media Handbook Version 2.0 7 NOTE: Dell does not sell this media. Only clean DLT tape drives when a request is made by backup software, when...
... Cleaning Media Figure 1-9. NOTE: VS80/DLT1 cleaning tape may appear to and labeled clean VS160 drives. VS160 Cleaning Tape Light grey in color and looks more designated "DLT1" like standard black labeled "DLT media tape. Dell PowerVault DLT, VS, and SDLT Media Handbook Version 2.0 7 NOTE: Dell does not sell this media. Only clean DLT tape drives when a request is made by backup software, when...
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...hardware fault in color Specifically designed for your drive type. If expired cleaning media is being used. 8 Dell PowerVault DLT, VS, and SDLT Media Handbook Version 2.0 Life Span Tracking 20 times. www.dell.com | support.dell.com Table 1-4. Tape." Tape can track usage. User must manually eject cartridge...SDLT320 "SDLT Cleaning drives. On last use . Table 1-5. Cleaning Media Compatibility Cleaning Tape DLT4000 DLT7000 DLT8000 DLT1 Cleaning Tape III Yes Yes Yes No DLT1/VS Cleaning No No No Yes Tape VS160 Cleaning Tape No No No No SDLT Cleaning Tape No No No...
...hardware fault in color Specifically designed for your drive type. If expired cleaning media is being used. 8 Dell PowerVault DLT, VS, and SDLT Media Handbook Version 2.0 Life Span Tracking 20 times. www.dell.com | support.dell.com Table 1-4. Tape." Tape can track usage. User must manually eject cartridge...SDLT320 "SDLT Cleaning drives. On last use . Table 1-5. Cleaning Media Compatibility Cleaning Tape DLT4000 DLT7000 DLT8000 DLT1 Cleaning Tape III Yes Yes Yes No DLT1/VS Cleaning No No No Yes Tape VS160 Cleaning Tape No No No No SDLT Cleaning Tape No No No...
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...on the check box label. Mechanical interconnect between the cartridge and the drive reel motor. Dell PowerVault DLT, VS, and SDLT Media Handbook Version 2.0 9 When an expired cleaning tape is used in a drive (ensures that the cleaning tape is expired except to pull media from spinning when the cartridge is...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 effect on head...
...on the check box label. Mechanical interconnect between the cartridge and the drive reel motor. Dell PowerVault DLT, VS, and SDLT Media Handbook Version 2.0 9 When an expired cleaning tape is used in a drive (ensures that the cleaning tape is expired except to pull media from spinning when the cartridge is...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 effect on head...
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... protective cases and store vertically when not in use. 10 Dell PowerVault DLT, VS, and SDLT Media Handbook Version 2.0 Figure 1-14. Figure 1-15. You can change the position of data. DLT Tape VS1 and DLT VS160 Media Write protected indicator on top points to closed lock. Prevents... overwrite or erasure of the write protect switch at any time. Orange indicator displayed. slide toward label. www.dell.com | support.dell.com Write Protect Switch -...
... protective cases and store vertically when not in use. 10 Dell PowerVault DLT, VS, and SDLT Media Handbook Version 2.0 Figure 1-14. Figure 1-15. You can change the position of data. DLT Tape VS1 and DLT VS160 Media Write protected indicator on top points to closed lock. Prevents... overwrite or erasure of the write protect switch at any time. Orange indicator displayed. slide toward label. www.dell.com | support.dell.com Write Protect Switch -...
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... notes, and do not write on proper care and handling of your skin contaminate the tape and affect performance. Dell PowerVault DLT, VS, and SDLT Media Handbook Version 2.0 11 Do not use adhesive labels or Post-it into the drive. Use Slide-in Label • Write in protective plastic cases. Visual Media Inspection A visual media...
... notes, and do not write on proper care and handling of your skin contaminate the tape and affect performance. Dell PowerVault DLT, VS, and SDLT Media Handbook Version 2.0 11 Do not use adhesive labels or Post-it into the drive. Use Slide-in Label • Write in protective plastic cases. Visual Media Inspection A visual media...
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Listen for chips, cracks, dents, or missing screws. DLT tape leader loop should snap into write-protected mode and write- Figure 1-18. www.dell.com | support.dell.com Cartridge Inspection • Case: Inspect the case for cracks, chips, or signs of damage. • Cartridge: Inspect ... 3/16 inch or 4 mm. Gently shake the cartridge. Ensure that could leave contamination, such as a pen or pencil. DLTtape Leader Loop 12 Dell PowerVault DLT, VS, and SDLT Media Handbook Version 2.0 It should be visible and undamaged. • Super DLTtape Cartridges: Check that the loop is present. ...
Listen for chips, cracks, dents, or missing screws. DLT tape leader loop should snap into write-protected mode and write- Figure 1-18. www.dell.com | support.dell.com Cartridge Inspection • Case: Inspect the case for cracks, chips, or signs of damage. • Cartridge: Inspect ... 3/16 inch or 4 mm. Gently shake the cartridge. Ensure that could leave contamination, such as a pen or pencil. DLTtape Leader Loop 12 Dell PowerVault DLT, VS, and SDLT Media Handbook Version 2.0 It should be visible and undamaged. • Super DLTtape Cartridges: Check that the loop is present. ...
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Super DLTtape Leader Buckle • Reel Locks: Check that both reel locks are not visible, do not use the cartridge. Figure 1-20. If the reel locks are visible. The reel locks should spring back when released. Figure 1-19. Verify operation using a small flat-blade screwdriver. Reel Locks Dell PowerVault DLT, VS, and SDLT Media Handbook Version 2.0 13
Super DLTtape Leader Buckle • Reel Locks: Check that both reel locks are not visible, do not use the cartridge. Figure 1-20. If the reel locks are visible. The reel locks should spring back when released. Figure 1-19. Verify operation using a small flat-blade screwdriver. Reel Locks Dell PowerVault DLT, VS, and SDLT Media Handbook Version 2.0 13
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it will spring back if operating properly. 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 Figure 1-22. 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. SDLT Tape Latch The following graphic shows how the SDLT tape latches with the cartridge leader. Press the hub; Figure 1-21.
it will spring back if operating properly. 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 Figure 1-22. 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. SDLT Tape Latch The following graphic shows how the SDLT tape latches with the cartridge leader. Press the hub; Figure 1-21.
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DLT Cartridge - Media wrapped too loosely (improper tension) Dell PowerVault DLT, VS, and SDLT Media Handbook Version 2.0 15 Leader missing (swallowed cartridge leader or broken tape) Figure 1-25. Type IV Media Engagement Cartridge Damage Examples Figure 1-24. Broken leader loop (not always this obvious) Figure 1-26. DLT Cartridge - Figure 1-23.
DLT Cartridge - Media wrapped too loosely (improper tension) Dell PowerVault DLT, VS, and SDLT Media Handbook Version 2.0 15 Leader missing (swallowed cartridge leader or broken tape) Figure 1-25. Type IV Media Engagement Cartridge Damage Examples Figure 1-24. Broken leader loop (not always this obvious) Figure 1-26. DLT Cartridge - Figure 1-23.
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...the bar is usually the HUB side of the cartridge 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. Note the plastic hooks resting on impact. See Figure 1-29 to...cartridge. It is not parallel to identify bent-in leader buckles. SDLT Cartridge - Figure 1-28 shows a good cartridge. www.dell.com | support.dell.com Figure 1-27. Figure 1-28. 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
...the bar is usually the HUB side of the cartridge 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. Note the plastic hooks resting on impact. See Figure 1-29 to...cartridge. It is not parallel to identify bent-in leader buckles. SDLT Cartridge - Figure 1-28 shows a good cartridge. www.dell.com | support.dell.com Figure 1-27. Figure 1-28. 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
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...% 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 the drive tries to moisture or sunlight can deform or ruin media. Table 1-6. Cartridge Storage When storing cartridge, avoid moisture and direct sunlight. Exposure... 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
...% 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 the drive tries to moisture or sunlight can deform or ruin media. Table 1-6. Cartridge Storage When storing cartridge, avoid moisture and direct sunlight. Exposure... 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
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...; Use adhesive labels. • Ship cartridges in drive. • Store near magnetic fields (for 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...
...; Use adhesive labels. • Ship cartridges in drive. • Store near magnetic fields (for 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...
Dell PowerVault 110T DLT VS160 Tape Drive - User's Guide
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... names may be used in this document or as a separate document. Contents: 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 if you how to avoid the problem. NOTICE: A NOTICE indicates...
... names may be used in this document or as a separate document. Contents: 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 if you how to avoid the problem. NOTICE: A NOTICE indicates...
Dell PowerVault 110T DLT VS160 Tape Drive - User's Guide
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... directory to achieve fast data throughput and data access times. 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...
... directory to achieve fast data throughput and data access times. 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...
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...-On Self-Test (POST) 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 Microsoft® Windows® 2000 and Windows® Server™ 2003: QSDLT32.SYS Native Operating System Backup ... and Windows® Server™ 2003 Windows Backup Red Hat Linux versions 7.3 and 8.0 and 9.0 Tar Tape Backup Applications NOTICE: See the Dell Support website at support.dell.com to obtain the latest patches and upgrades for NetWare™ version 9.0 or later Yosemite Tapeware® ...
...-On Self-Test (POST) 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 Microsoft® Windows® 2000 and Windows® Server™ 2003: QSDLT32.SYS Native Operating System Backup ... and Windows® Server™ 2003 Windows Backup Red Hat Linux versions 7.3 and 8.0 and 9.0 Tar Tape Backup Applications NOTICE: See the Dell Support website at support.dell.com to obtain the latest patches and upgrades for NetWare™ version 9.0 or later Yosemite Tapeware® ...
Dell PowerVault 110T DLT VS160 Tape Drive - User's Guide
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...: If cleaning is required while a DLT1 format cartridge is loaded, both the Fault and Clean LEDs blink slowly. no tape motion Blinking The drive is now ready to use . Table 2. Table 1. 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...
...: If cleaning is required while a DLT1 format cartridge is loaded, both the Fault and Clean LEDs blink slowly. no tape motion Blinking The drive is now ready to use . Table 2. Table 1. 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...