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... tape technologies. DLT Drive Types and Basic Characteristics Figure 1-1. 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 Introduction This document describes the media compatibility, handling, and usage for the Dell™ PowerVault™ 110T DLT, SDLT 320/220, DLT1/VS80, and VS160...
... tape technologies. DLT Drive Types and Basic Characteristics Figure 1-1. 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 Introduction This document describes the media compatibility, handling, and usage for the Dell™ PowerVault™ 110T DLT, SDLT 320/220, DLT1/VS80, and VS160...
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... SDLT220 SDLT320 Read only Read only Figure 1-7. DLT Drive Types and Basic Characteristics Figure 1-5. 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 VS1... Media 341- Primary Media Type Per Drive Part No DLT4000 DLT7000 DLT8000 DLT1 VS80 VS160 Figure 1-6. SDLT Media 340- SDLT320 Capacity (native/compressed) 160 GB...
... SDLT220 SDLT320 Read only Read only Figure 1-7. DLT Drive Types and Basic Characteristics Figure 1-5. 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 VS1... Media 341- Primary Media Type Per Drive Part No DLT4000 DLT7000 DLT8000 DLT1 VS80 VS160 Figure 1-6. SDLT Media 340- SDLT320 Capacity (native/compressed) 160 GB...
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...VS160 drives can backwardread all Type IV media written with the SDL220 is given from the drive, but backup software will indicate bad media. SDLT320 and SDLT220 Drives SDLT320 and SDLT220 drives use SDLT1 type media to read and write. No warning is present in the SDLT320 drive, the media light will come on • Tape... IV Media Formatted by DLT4000. They can read media created with DLT 4000, DLT1, or VS80 drives. Dell PowerVault DLT, VS, and SDLT Media Handbook Version 2.0 5 DLT1 and VS80 drives can read Type IV media only if the media was originally used in a VS80/DLT1...
...VS160 drives can backwardread all Type IV media written with the SDL220 is given from the drive, but backup software will indicate bad media. SDLT320 and SDLT220 Drives SDLT320 and SDLT220 drives use SDLT1 type media to read and write. No warning is present in the SDLT320 drive, the media light will come on • Tape... IV Media Formatted by DLT4000. They can read media created with DLT 4000, DLT1, or VS80 drives. Dell PowerVault DLT, VS, and SDLT Media Handbook Version 2.0 5 DLT1 and VS80 drives can read Type IV media only if the media was originally used in a VS80/DLT1...
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...Dell PowerVault DLT, VS, and SDLT Media Handbook Version 2.0 The alert/media light will go off if readable media is inserted into the drive or power is cycled on the drive. 3 No lights will come on tape. * Under default settings the DLT 7000 and DLT8000 drives write to tape...No* 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 Yes ...No3 No3 Read by VS80 Yes Yes No2* No2* Yes Yes No No3 No3 Read by VS160 No2 No2 No2 No2 Yes1 Yes1 Yes No2 No2 Read by SDLT220 No6 Yes1 Yes1 Yes1 Yes1...
...Dell PowerVault DLT, VS, and SDLT Media Handbook Version 2.0 The alert/media light will go off if readable media is inserted into the drive or power is cycled on the drive. 3 No lights will come on tape. * Under default settings the DLT 7000 and DLT8000 drives write to tape...No* 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 Yes ...No3 No3 Read by VS80 Yes Yes No2* No2* Yes Yes No No3 No3 Read by VS160 No2 No2 No2 No2 Yes1 Yes1 Yes No2 No2 Read by SDLT220 No6 Yes1 Yes1 Yes1 Yes1...
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... to track the number of times the tape is used . "VS160 Cleaning Cartridge." Dell PowerVault DLT, VS, and SDLT Media Handbook Version 2.0 7 Figure 1-10. Figure 1-11. Tape or "VS80." NOTE: Dell does not sell this media. User needs to and labeled clean VS160 drives. NOTE: VS80/DLT1 cleaning tape may appear to clean a VS160 drive, but not recommended. 341-0118 20...
... to track the number of times the tape is used . "VS160 Cleaning Cartridge." Dell PowerVault DLT, VS, and SDLT Media Handbook Version 2.0 7 Figure 1-10. Figure 1-11. Tape or "VS80." NOTE: Dell does not sell this media. User needs to and labeled clean VS160 drives. NOTE: VS80/DLT1 cleaning tape may appear to clean a VS160 drive, but not recommended. 341-0118 20...
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... 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 NOTE: Do not use VS160 cleaning media to determine that you are using the proper cleaning tape for 340-3349 and designated as SDLT220 and SDLT320 "SDLT Cleaning drives. Table 1-5. If expired cleaning media...
... 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 NOTE: Do not use VS160 cleaning media to determine that you are using the proper cleaning tape for 340-3349 and designated as SDLT220 and SDLT320 "SDLT Cleaning drives. Table 1-5. If expired cleaning media...
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Cartridge Tape reel lock serial number leader door lock cartridge hub reel lock Cartridge Leader - 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. Dell PowerVault DLT, VS, and SDLT Media Handbook Version ... 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...
Cartridge Tape reel lock serial number leader door lock cartridge hub reel lock Cartridge Leader - 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. Dell PowerVault DLT, VS, and SDLT Media Handbook Version ... 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...
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Prevents overwrite or erasure of the write protect switch at any time. Figure 1-14. DLT Tape VS1 and DLT VS160 Media Write protected indicator on top points to be reliable, robust, and durable. You can change the position of data. slide toward label. Media Care ... 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 Figure 1-15. They are engineered to closed lock. DLT...
Prevents overwrite or erasure of the write protect switch at any time. Figure 1-14. DLT Tape VS1 and DLT VS160 Media Write protected indicator on top points to be reliable, robust, and durable. You can change the position of data. slide toward label. Media Care ... 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 Figure 1-15. They are engineered to closed lock. DLT...
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..., and do not write on proper care and handling of shipping damage. • If the DLT, DLT VS or SDLT drive becomes inoperable after loading a tape. Dell PowerVault DLT, VS, and SDLT Media Handbook Version 2.0 11 Do not use adhesive labels or Post-it into the... drive. Figure 1-17. 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 ...
..., and do not write on proper care and handling of shipping damage. • If the DLT, DLT VS or SDLT drive becomes inoperable after loading a tape. Dell PowerVault DLT, VS, and SDLT Media Handbook Version 2.0 11 Do not use adhesive labels or Post-it into the... drive. Figure 1-17. 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 ...
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...inspect the cartridge leader to ensure that the Super DLTtape leader buckle aligns with cartridge edge and metal pin is not bent. DLT tape leader loop should snap into write-protected mode and write- NOTE: When inspecting the cartridge leader do not use anything that the ...: Check that the loop is sticking up approximately 3/16 inch or 4 mm. DLTtape Leader Loop 12 Dell PowerVault DLT, VS, and SDLT Media Handbook Version 2.0 Gently shake the cartridge. www.dell.com | support.dell.com Cartridge Inspection • Case: Inspect the case for cracks, chips, or signs of damage. ...
...inspect the cartridge leader to ensure that the Super DLTtape leader buckle aligns with cartridge edge and metal pin is not bent. DLT tape leader loop should snap into write-protected mode and write- NOTE: When inspecting the cartridge leader do not use anything that the ...: Check that the loop is sticking up approximately 3/16 inch or 4 mm. DLTtape Leader Loop 12 Dell PowerVault DLT, VS, and SDLT Media Handbook Version 2.0 Gently shake the cartridge. www.dell.com | support.dell.com Cartridge Inspection • Case: Inspect the case for cracks, chips, or signs of damage. ...
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Figure 1-21. 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. Press the hub; 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. Figure 1-22. SDLT Tape Latch The following graphic shows how the SDLT tape latches with the cartridge leader.
Figure 1-21. 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. Press the hub; 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. Figure 1-22. SDLT Tape Latch The following graphic shows how the SDLT tape latches with the cartridge leader.
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DLT Cartridge - Broken leader loop (not always this obvious) Figure 1-26. Type IV Media Engagement Cartridge Damage Examples Figure 1-24. DLT Cartridge - Leader missing (swallowed cartridge leader or broken tape) Figure 1-25. Figure 1-23. Media wrapped too loosely (improper tension) Dell PowerVault DLT, VS, and SDLT Media Handbook Version 2.0 15
DLT Cartridge - Broken leader loop (not always this obvious) Figure 1-26. Type IV Media Engagement Cartridge Damage Examples Figure 1-24. DLT Cartridge - Leader missing (swallowed cartridge leader or broken tape) Figure 1-25. Figure 1-23. Media wrapped too loosely (improper tension) Dell PowerVault DLT, VS, and SDLT Media Handbook Version 2.0 15
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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. Bent media buckle SDLT Media When inspecting an SDLT media cartridge, refer ... cartridge. It is not parallel to check the leader buckles on impact. www.dell.com | support.dell.com Figure 1-27. SDLT 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 Note that the plastic hooks ...
...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. Bent media buckle SDLT Media When inspecting an SDLT media cartridge, refer ... cartridge. It is not parallel to check the leader buckles on impact. www.dell.com | support.dell.com Figure 1-27. SDLT 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 Note that the plastic hooks ...
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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 Normal Storage Conditions (Nonarchival) Temperature • Between 61ºF and 90ºF (16ºC and 32..., avoid moisture and direct sunlight. 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. Figure 1-29.
... 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 Normal Storage Conditions (Nonarchival) Temperature • Between 61ºF and 90ºF (16ºC and 32..., avoid moisture and direct sunlight. 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. Figure 1-29.
Dell PowerVault 110T DLT VS160 Tape Drive - User's Guide
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... may be used in this text: Dell, PowerVault, and the DELL logo are trademarks of VERITAS Software. 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 make better use...
... may be used in this text: Dell, PowerVault, and the DELL logo are trademarks of VERITAS Software. 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 make better use...
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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 to midrange computing...
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 to midrange computing...
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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®...
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This noise is normal and should be ignored The drive is now ready to use. Table 1. Table 2. 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 eight seconds If a cartridge is loaded, the Ready LED flashes while the drive mounts the cartridge, a...
This noise is normal and should be ignored The drive is now ready to use. Table 1. Table 2. 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 eight seconds If a cartridge is loaded, the Ready LED flashes while the drive mounts the cartridge, a...
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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 addition to unloading and ejecting a cartridge. ... The Unload/Eject button provides features in Troubleshooting for more details on error conditions. When you release the button, the drive unloads and ejects the cartridge. If you first load a cartridge that is displayed. Write/Read Diagnostic Mode NOTICE: This...
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 addition to unloading and ejecting a cartridge. ... The Unload/Eject button provides features in Troubleshooting for more details on error conditions. When you release the button, the drive unloads and ejects the cartridge. If you first load a cartridge that is displayed. Write/Read Diagnostic Mode NOTICE: This...
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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. Introduction: Dell PowerVault 110T DLT VS160 Tape Drive User's Guide When you release the button, the drive returns to normal operation. Revert to Contents Page file:///C|/Users/rishi_sood/Desktop/Temp/MissingDocsPosted/110t_dlt/UG/intro.htm[3/8/2013 11:46:11 AM]
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. Introduction: Dell PowerVault 110T DLT VS160 Tape Drive User's Guide When you release the button, the drive returns to normal operation. Revert to Contents Page file:///C|/Users/rishi_sood/Desktop/Temp/MissingDocsPosted/110t_dlt/UG/intro.htm[3/8/2013 11:46:11 AM]