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SCSI-3 Library Command Set For Library Models 2/20, 4/40, 6/60, 8/80, 10/100, and the 1/9 Autoloader Edition 7 Manufacturing Part Number: 5966-9725 November 2002 © Copyright 2002 Hewlett-Packard Company
SCSI-3 Library Command Set For Library Models 2/20, 4/40, 6/60, 8/80, 10/100, and the 1/9 Autoloader Edition 7 Manufacturing Part Number: 5966-9725 November 2002 © Copyright 2002 Hewlett-Packard Company
Digital Linear Tape SCSI-2 Drive and SCSI-3 Library Command Set
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..., tape drive and library drivers, utilities, and TapeAlert. Library Error Codes: Lists all micro- About This Reference Manual Chapter 1 . Appendix C . Index. Appendix A . Move Sequence IDs: Lists all error codes associated with tape drives and libraries. iii Appendix B . Assists you in locating information quickly. This section does not replace the SCSI-2 Command Specifications. and macro-moves for the library. November 2002 Edition 7: Updated Error Code Qualifiers. Chapter 2 . Library SCSI-3 Command Set: Provides a list of all the supported SCSI commands, explaining...
..., tape drive and library drivers, utilities, and TapeAlert. Library Error Codes: Lists all micro- About This Reference Manual Chapter 1 . Appendix C . Index. Appendix A . Move Sequence IDs: Lists all error codes associated with tape drives and libraries. iii Appendix B . Assists you in locating information quickly. This section does not replace the SCSI-2 Command Specifications. and macro-moves for the library. November 2002 Edition 7: Updated Error Code Qualifiers. Chapter 2 . Library SCSI-3 Command Set: Provides a list of all the supported SCSI commands, explaining...
Digital Linear Tape SCSI-2 Drive and SCSI-3 Library Command Set
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... to a power up reset) • An ATN asserted or bus parity error during non-tape data transfers Bus Parity Error Condition The occurrence of undetected double-bit errors on the bus, which could result in the SCSI-3 standard: • An internal hardware or firmware fault that makes it unsafe for the device to continue operating without returning CHECK CONDITION. SCSI Command Overview Library Control Commands The Test Unit Ready command is supported. 1- 18...
... to a power up reset) • An ATN asserted or bus parity error during non-tape data transfers Bus Parity Error Condition The occurrence of undetected double-bit errors on the bus, which could result in the SCSI-3 standard: • An internal hardware or firmware fault that makes it unsafe for the device to continue operating without returning CHECK CONDITION. SCSI Command Overview Library Control Commands The Test Unit Ready command is supported. 1- 18...
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It records the drive configurations. (n = the number of drives in the library) Drive Configuration Page (22H) Byte 7 6 5 4 3 2 1 0 0 PS (1) Rsvd (0) 1 2-4 Page Code (22H) Number of saving to non-volatile memory. SCSI ID Addresses 1-15 are available for use. Compression 0 = No compression; 1 = Compression 2- 56 Chapter 2 Library SCSI-3 Command Set Mode Sense (6) Command (1AH) Table 2-42 Page Code 22H: Drive Configurations This page is set to 0. n+2 Drive n Configuration entry (3 bytes) Drive Configuration Entry Format 0 SCSI ID 1 Compression Enabled 2 Speed ...
It records the drive configurations. (n = the number of drives in the library) Drive Configuration Page (22H) Byte 7 6 5 4 3 2 1 0 0 PS (1) Rsvd (0) 1 2-4 Page Code (22H) Number of saving to non-volatile memory. SCSI ID Addresses 1-15 are available for use. Compression 0 = No compression; 1 = Compression 2- 56 Chapter 2 Library SCSI-3 Command Set Mode Sense (6) Command (1AH) Table 2-42 Page Code 22H: Drive Configurations This page is set to 0. n+2 Drive n Configuration entry (3 bytes) Drive Configuration Entry Format 0 SCSI ID 1 Compression Enabled 2 Speed ...
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Library SCSI-3 Command Set Read Buffer Command (3CH) Table 2-92 Drive Revisions (ID = 142) Byte 7 6 5 4 3 2 1 0 0 1 2-3 4 thru (n * N) + 3 Buffer ID = 142 Number of drives reported Number of bytes to follow Drive revision entry (length = n) Table 2-93 n = 12 N = # of drives Drive Revision Entry Byte 7 6 5 4 3 2 1 0 0-4 Drive revision (ASCII) 5-8 Manufacturing date code 9-11 Reserved (0) Drive Revision The drive firmware revision (4-byte ASCII). Manufacturing date code FFFF = unknown. 2- 116 Chapter 2
Library SCSI-3 Command Set Read Buffer Command (3CH) Table 2-92 Drive Revisions (ID = 142) Byte 7 6 5 4 3 2 1 0 0 1 2-3 4 thru (n * N) + 3 Buffer ID = 142 Number of drives reported Number of bytes to follow Drive revision entry (length = n) Table 2-93 n = 12 N = # of drives Drive Revision Entry Byte 7 6 5 4 3 2 1 0 0-4 Drive revision (ASCII) 5-8 Manufacturing date code 9-11 Reserved (0) Drive Revision The drive firmware revision (4-byte ASCII). Manufacturing date code FFFF = unknown. 2- 116 Chapter 2
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... over SCSI. 4. Restart the operation. 3. Check the library user manual for device-specific instructions on resetting the device. therefore, the TapeAlert log will be blocking the picker path. 3. Library SCSI-3 Command Set Log Sense Command (4DH) Table 2-105 Tape Drive/ Library Flag Definitions No Flag Type Displayed Message Probable Cause 3 Library C Hardware C 4 Library C Hardware D The library has a hardware fault: 1. Close library door. -or2. This flag is open during operation. Clear any tapes that requires reset to recover. Turn the library off...
... over SCSI. 4. Restart the operation. 3. Check the library user manual for device-specific instructions on resetting the device. therefore, the TapeAlert log will be blocking the picker path. 3. Library SCSI-3 Command Set Log Sense Command (4DH) Table 2-105 Tape Drive/ Library Flag Definitions No Flag Type Displayed Message Probable Cause 3 Library C Hardware C 4 Library C Hardware D The library has a hardware fault: 1. Close library door. -or2. This flag is open during operation. Clear any tapes that requires reset to recover. Turn the library off...
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... host interface: 1. The library has identified an interfacing fault. Correct the environment by raising or lowering humidity levels as needed. 3. Check the cables, cable connections, and terminators. 2. If the problem persists, call tape drive support. Library SCSI-3 Command Set Log Sense Command (4DH) Table 2-105 Tape Drive/ Library Flag Definitions No Flag Type Displayed Message Probable Cause 6 Library C Interface 9 Library C Humidity Limits 13 Library W Pick Retry The library has a problem with the library mechanism picking a cartridge from a slot had...
... host interface: 1. The library has identified an interfacing fault. Correct the environment by raising or lowering humidity levels as needed. 3. Check the cables, cable connections, and terminators. 2. If the problem persists, call tape drive support. Library SCSI-3 Command Set Log Sense Command (4DH) Table 2-105 Tape Drive/ Library Flag Definitions No Flag Type Displayed Message Probable Cause 6 Library C Interface 9 Library C Humidity Limits 13 Library W Pick Retry The library has a problem with the library mechanism picking a cartridge from a slot had...
Digital Linear Tape SCSI-2 Drive and SCSI-3 Library Command Set
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... media inventory. Illegal operation detected. This flag is set when one of retries before a SCSI operation can be taken at this time. 2. Redo the library inventory to be completed. Check the applications user manual or the hardware user manual for specific instructions on a cartridge had to perform an excessive number of the library fans has failed. A library operation has been attempted that is reported over the SCSI interface. A library cooling fan has failed...
... media inventory. Illegal operation detected. This flag is set when one of retries before a SCSI operation can be taken at this time. 2. Redo the library inventory to be completed. Check the applications user manual or the hardware user manual for specific instructions on a cartridge had to perform an excessive number of the library fans has failed. A library operation has been attempted that is reported over the SCSI interface. A library cooling fan has failed...
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... follows is not valid. Library SCSI-3 Command Set Log Sense Command (4DH) Event ID The event number that is not valid. Additional Length of Each Entry The number of one, see "Command Descriptor Block (CDB)" on page 3-30. Error Valid 1 = The error code and error code qualifier are valid. 0 = The error code and error code qualifier are not valid. Status Valid 1 = The SCSI command status is valid. 0 = The SCSI command status is left in this...
... follows is not valid. Library SCSI-3 Command Set Log Sense Command (4DH) Event ID The event number that is not valid. Additional Length of Each Entry The number of one, see "Command Descriptor Block (CDB)" on page 3-30. Error Valid 1 = The error code and error code qualifier are valid. 0 = The error code and error code qualifier are not valid. Status Valid 1 = The SCSI command status is valid. 0 = The SCSI command status is left in this...
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... A-2 for a list of field replaceable units for each of the library models. 3- 2 Chapter 3 Library Error Codes Library Error Codes Library Error Codes This chapter contains the following library error code tables: • Request Sense Keys • Request Sense Additional Sense Codes and Qualifiers • Additional Sense Data Format • Hardware Error Codes • Move Error Codes • Micro-Move Failure Type Codes • Diagnostic Tests An error code can be reported through the Log Sense Command (4DH), Request Sense Command (03H...
... A-2 for a list of field replaceable units for each of the library models. 3- 2 Chapter 3 Library Error Codes Library Error Codes Library Error Codes This chapter contains the following library error code tables: • Request Sense Keys • Request Sense Additional Sense Codes and Qualifiers • Additional Sense Data Format • Hardware Error Codes • Move Error Codes • Micro-Move Failure Type Codes • Diagnostic Tests An error code can be reported through the Log Sense Command (4DH), Request Sense Command (03H...
Digital Linear Tape SCSI-2 Drive and SCSI-3 Library Command Set
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... Sense Command (4DH)" on page 2-123.) Error Code Qualifiers Decimal Hex Error Error Description 0 00H Qualifier code not set. 1 01H Vertical control system detected an over voltage. 2 02H Vertical control system detected an over force. 3 03H Vertical control system detected an error. 4 04H Vertical control system timed out. 7 07H Vertical control system detected an unknown error. 10 0AH Plunge control system detected an over voltage. 11 0BH Plunge control system detected an over force...
... Sense Command (4DH)" on page 2-123.) Error Code Qualifiers Decimal Hex Error Error Description 0 00H Qualifier code not set. 1 01H Vertical control system detected an over voltage. 2 02H Vertical control system detected an over force. 3 03H Vertical control system detected an error. 4 04H Vertical control system timed out. 7 07H Vertical control system detected an unknown error. 10 0AH Plunge control system detected an over voltage. 11 0BH Plunge control system detected an over force...
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... on the Maximum Burst Size in the Disconnect-Reconnect Mode Page 02H. This parameter controls how often the drive disconnects, reselecting the initiator during large data transfers. Error Analysis The data returned in the Command Descriptor Block to a value greater than or equal to 28 for the tape drive and 78 for analysis by using the Mode Select command. Set the Allocation Length field...
... on the Maximum Burst Size in the Disconnect-Reconnect Mode Page 02H. This parameter controls how often the drive disconnects, reselecting the initiator during large data transfers. Error Analysis The data returned in the Command Descriptor Block to a value greater than or equal to 28 for the tape drive and 78 for analysis by using the Mode Select command. Set the Allocation Length field...
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...; Tape Drive SCSI-2 Command Set, See page iv for information on getting manuals. • Library SCSI Command Set, Chapter 2 of this consists of the following: 1. Programmer's Tips Modifying the SCSI Driver Modifying the SCSI Driver When developing an autochanger application for the mechanical picker 3. Using a pass-thru driver Refer to this manual. • HPUX Driver Development Reference; Modifying the tape driver for a non-HP system, you must provide a host system driver. HP Part No 98577-90602 • HPUX Driver Development Guide; HP Part...
...; Tape Drive SCSI-2 Command Set, See page iv for information on getting manuals. • Library SCSI Command Set, Chapter 2 of this consists of the following: 1. Programmer's Tips Modifying the SCSI Driver Modifying the SCSI Driver When developing an autochanger application for the mechanical picker 3. Using a pass-thru driver Refer to this manual. • HPUX Driver Development Reference; Modifying the tape driver for a non-HP system, you must provide a host system driver. HP Part No 98577-90602 • HPUX Driver Development Guide; HP Part...
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...are supported by the tape drive/library. At the beginning of each set (there may be more than one is for stand-alone changer devices (in libraries). Such information could also be displayed together in itself cause the software to configure ...set flag, the host software should communicate and log the defined error message and severity for that device • Immediately after a fatal error during a write/read job for tape drive/autoloader devices, and one ). However, the host software may use the TapeAlert Mode page to stop a current backup/restore job. For the tape drive media...
...are supported by the tape drive/library. At the beginning of each set (there may be more than one is for stand-alone changer devices (in libraries). Such information could also be displayed together in itself cause the software to configure ...set flag, the host software should communicate and log the defined error message and severity for that device • Immediately after a fatal error during a write/read job for tape drive/autoloader devices, and one ). However, the host software may use the TapeAlert Mode page to stop a current backup/restore job. For the tape drive media...
HP SureStore Fibre Channel SCSI Bridge 2100 ER - (English) User's Guide
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... a problem using these guidelines, contact an HP service representative or your sales representative. Consult the library user guide for additional troubleshooting steps and support options. Verify all power connections, breakers, and switch settings are working and correct. 2. Problem: Cannot Turn On the MO Library If the library will not power-up , use the following steps before taking further action: 1. Confirm that READY is not amber, which indicates a self-test failure. 4. By using these suggested procedures...
... a problem using these guidelines, contact an HP service representative or your sales representative. Consult the library user guide for additional troubleshooting steps and support options. Verify all power connections, breakers, and switch settings are working and correct. 2. Problem: Cannot Turn On the MO Library If the library will not power-up , use the following steps before taking further action: 1. Confirm that READY is not amber, which indicates a self-test failure. 4. By using these suggested procedures...
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... an HP service representative. If the fault indicator is illuminated, the unit is not illuminated. 4. Confirm the library connection by using the control panel menu on after the host, the control panel will not power on and are working and correct. 2. Verify that the fault indicator (amber) is inoperable; Verify that the power indicator is illuminated. 3. Confirm that all power connections, breakers, and switch settings are set correctly. 2. Problem: Cannot...
... an HP service representative. If the fault indicator is illuminated, the unit is not illuminated. 4. Confirm the library connection by using the control panel menu on after the host, the control panel will not power on and are working and correct. 2. Verify that the fault indicator (amber) is inoperable; Verify that the power indicator is illuminated. 3. Confirm that all power connections, breakers, and switch settings are set correctly. 2. Problem: Cannot...
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... of the library SCSI devices. 4. (If DLT) Run the tape diagnostic utility from the DIAG subdirectory on the bus. NOTE Troubleshooting Guide Troubleshooting 3. Two connectors are detected and pass all appropriate devices for the default SCSI IDs. Check the library user guide for the following procedures: a. Reseat the connections if necessary. 4- 6 Chapter 4 Verify SCSI Bus Configuration: Check all self-tests. (If DLT) If the tape diagnostic utility has not been installed, install this ID...
... of the library SCSI devices. 4. (If DLT) Run the tape diagnostic utility from the DIAG subdirectory on the bus. NOTE Troubleshooting Guide Troubleshooting 3. Two connectors are detected and pass all appropriate devices for the default SCSI IDs. Check the library user guide for the following procedures: a. Reseat the connections if necessary. 4- 6 Chapter 4 Verify SCSI Bus Configuration: Check all self-tests. (If DLT) If the tape diagnostic utility has not been installed, install this ID...
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... resulted in doubt about the configuration, refer to "Making Configuration Changes" on page 3-8 for default settings and for steps to initiate the following steps: a. Confirm that the library is visible in an invalid configuration. Verify SCSI bus operation: Use the serial connection between the Fibre Bridge and each device, use the following procedures: • Perform a Fibre Bridge self-test. • Verify device locations using the Fibre Channel to...
... resulted in doubt about the configuration, refer to "Making Configuration Changes" on page 3-8 for default settings and for steps to initiate the following steps: a. Confirm that the library is visible in an invalid configuration. Verify SCSI bus operation: Use the serial connection between the Fibre Bridge and each device, use the following procedures: • Perform a Fibre Bridge self-test. • Verify device locations using the Fibre Channel to...
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....00 will be charged for after -warranty support. Please have it ready for after -warranty support. Europe Call the appropriate number listed under "European Customer Care Centers" on page B-9. Elsewhere Contact your authorized HP dealer/distributor or the nearest HP sales and service office for the support center representative: • Serial number of product Brand and model of host computer Version of $25.00...
....00 will be charged for after -warranty support. Please have it ready for after -warranty support. Europe Call the appropriate number listed under "European Customer Care Centers" on page B-9. Elsewhere Contact your authorized HP dealer/distributor or the nearest HP sales and service office for the support center representative: • Serial number of product Brand and model of host computer Version of $25.00...
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... Overview vi P Physical Specifications 1-6 Port Glossary3 Powering on 3-3 PPP Glossary3 Printing History iv Product Components 1-3-1-4 Protocol Glossary3 R Rackmounting 2-3-2-5 Receiver Glossary3 Reconfiguring the Fibre Channel Address 3-11 S SCSI library 3-3 Serial Cable Connecting 3-5 Serial Port Operation 3-7 Setup 3-7 Single-ended SCSI Glossary3 Specifications Environmental 1-6 Physical 1-6 Supported Products 1-5 Synchronous Glossary3 T Topology Glossary4 Trace Settings Changing 3-13 Typographical Conventions v V Verifying Device Locations 3-14 W Warranty ii Wide SCSI Glossary4 Index 1
... Overview vi P Physical Specifications 1-6 Port Glossary3 Powering on 3-3 PPP Glossary3 Printing History iv Product Components 1-3-1-4 Protocol Glossary3 R Rackmounting 2-3-2-5 Receiver Glossary3 Reconfiguring the Fibre Channel Address 3-11 S SCSI library 3-3 Serial Cable Connecting 3-5 Serial Port Operation 3-7 Setup 3-7 Single-ended SCSI Glossary3 Specifications Environmental 1-6 Physical 1-6 Supported Products 1-5 Synchronous Glossary3 T Topology Glossary4 Trace Settings Changing 3-13 Typographical Conventions v V Verifying Device Locations 3-14 W Warranty ii Wide SCSI Glossary4 Index 1