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Repairs or exchanges that result from improper maintenance might result in "Cleaning the tape drive heads" on page 15 and Appendix C, "IBM Statement of Limited Warranty Z125-4753-09 08/2006," on page 23, because periodic maintenance is not covered by the IBM warranty. DDS Generation 6 USB Tape Drive User's Guide Important: Review the maintenance information in billable service charges.
Repairs or exchanges that result from improper maintenance might result in "Cleaning the tape drive heads" on page 15 and Appendix C, "IBM Statement of Limited Warranty Z125-4753-09 08/2006," on page 23, because periodic maintenance is not covered by the IBM warranty. DDS Generation 6 USB Tape Drive User's Guide Important: Review the maintenance information in billable service charges.
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To Disconnect: 1. Turn everything OFF. 2. To Connect: 1. iv DDS Generation 6 USB Tape Drive: User's Guide v When possible, use one hand only to connectors. 4. v Connect and disconnect cables as described in the installation and configuration procedures. Remove all cables from outlet. 3. First, remove power cords from devices. To avoid a shock hazard: v Do not connect or disconnect any cables or perform installation, maintenance, or reconfiguration of fire, water, or structural damage. Turn everything OFF. 2. Turn...
To Disconnect: 1. Turn everything OFF. 2. To Connect: 1. iv DDS Generation 6 USB Tape Drive: User's Guide v When possible, use one hand only to connectors. 4. v Connect and disconnect cables as described in the installation and configuration procedures. Remove all cables from outlet. 3. First, remove power cords from devices. To avoid a shock hazard: v Do not connect or disconnect any cables or perform installation, maintenance, or reconfiguration of fire, water, or structural damage. Turn everything OFF. 2. Turn...
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...19 Size and weight 19 Power specifications 19 Environmental requirements 19 Appendix B. Installing the tape drive 5 Installation guidelines 5 Handling static-sensitive devices 5 Unpacking 6 Parts inventory 6 Preinstallation requirements 6 Installing the drive 7 Chapter 3. Maintaining and troubleshooting the drive 15 Cleaning the tape drive heads 15 Updating firmware 15 Determining the current Linux firmware level 15 Determining the current Microsoft Windows firmware level 16 The tape drive is not working 16 The tape drive fails the power-on self-test 16 The server does...
...19 Size and weight 19 Power specifications 19 Environmental requirements 19 Appendix B. Installing the tape drive 5 Installation guidelines 5 Handling static-sensitive devices 5 Unpacking 6 Parts inventory 6 Preinstallation requirements 6 Installing the drive 7 Chapter 3. Maintaining and troubleshooting the drive 15 Cleaning the tape drive heads 15 Updating firmware 15 Determining the current Linux firmware level 15 Determining the current Microsoft Windows firmware level 16 The tape drive is not working 16 The tape drive fails the power-on self-test 16 The server does...
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... Australia and New Zealand Class A statement 44 United Kingdom telecommunications safety requirement 44 European Union EMC Directive conformance statement 44 Taiwanese Class A warning statement 45 Chinese Class A warning statement 45 Japanese Voluntary Control Council for Interference (VCCI) statement . . . 45 Korean Class A warning statement 46 Index 47 vi DDS Generation 6 USB Tape Drive: User's Guide Hardware service and support 22 IBM Taiwan product service 22...
... Australia and New Zealand Class A statement 44 United Kingdom telecommunications safety requirement 44 European Union EMC Directive conformance statement 44 Taiwanese Class A warning statement 45 Chinese Class A warning statement 45 Japanese Voluntary Control Council for Interference (VCCI) statement . . . 45 Korean Class A warning statement 46 Index 47 vi DDS Generation 6 USB Tape Drive: User's Guide Hardware service and support 22 IBM Taiwan product service 22...
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...items: v IBM USB DDS Generation 6 tape drive v Mounting screws v Cleaning cartridge v Four internal USB cables © Copyright IBM Corp. 2007 1 v Depending on your system configuration, the illustrations in this document might vary slightly from your server hardware and optional devices. For more information, see Appendix A, "Specifications," on a digital data storage (DDS) tape and transfer compressed data at http://www.ibm.com/support/mysupport/. Using advanced onboard DDS-DC hardware that comes with the tape-drive enclosure. Procedures for locating firmware and...
...items: v IBM USB DDS Generation 6 tape drive v Mounting screws v Cleaning cartridge v Four internal USB cables © Copyright IBM Corp. 2007 1 v Depending on your system configuration, the illustrations in this document might vary slightly from your server hardware and optional devices. For more information, see Appendix A, "Specifications," on a digital data storage (DDS) tape and transfer compressed data at http://www.ibm.com/support/mysupport/. Using advanced onboard DDS-DC hardware that comes with the tape-drive enclosure. Procedures for locating firmware and...
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... the selected document or documents in 2 DDS Generation 6 USB Tape Drive: User's Guide Click the plus sign (+) indicates each folder or document that region (if available). To search all users, use one of purchase if an item is missing or damaged. The documents in Acrobat Reader or xpdf. If you are opened in which comes with Linux operating systems Using the Documentation Browser Use the Documentation Browser to...
... the selected document or documents in 2 DDS Generation 6 USB Tape Drive: User's Guide Click the plus sign (+) indicates each folder or document that region (if available). To search all users, use one of purchase if an item is missing or damaged. The documents in Acrobat Reader or xpdf. If you are opened in which comes with Linux operating systems Using the Documentation Browser Use the Documentation Browser to...
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... the tape drive package, inspect the shipping container for service or warranty replacement. Parts inventory Make sure that you install the tape drive, consider the following parts: v Tape drive v Mounting screws v Cleaning cartridge v Four internal USB cables If any of these items are provided with the enclosure. Procedures for replacement. Preinstallation requirements In addition to the contents that are included with the tape drive in a System x3650 or System x3655 server v Backup application software...
... the tape drive package, inspect the shipping container for service or warranty replacement. Parts inventory Make sure that you install the tape drive, consider the following parts: v Tape drive v Mounting screws v Cleaning cartridge v Four internal USB cables If any of these items are provided with the enclosure. Procedures for replacement. Preinstallation requirements In addition to the contents that are included with the tape drive in a System x3650 or System x3655 server v Backup application software...
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.... Install the device driver. For information about installing device drivers, see the instructions that connector to the tape drive. Use your server. USB connnector Figure 2. Connect the power cord and turn on the IBM Documentation CD. 8. Connect the other (tape drive) side of the four included internal USB cables based on page 9). 8 DDS Generation 6 USB Tape Drive: User's Guide A brief delay occurs and the ready LED flashes green while the drive identifies the cartridge type and state and moves the tape to the tape drive. 4. Reinstall...
.... Install the device driver. For information about installing device drivers, see the instructions that connector to the tape drive. Use your server. USB connnector Figure 2. Connect the power cord and turn on the IBM Documentation CD. 8. Connect the other (tape drive) side of the four included internal USB cables based on page 9). 8 DDS Generation 6 USB Tape Drive: User's Guide A brief delay occurs and the ready LED flashes green while the drive identifies the cartridge type and state and moves the tape to the tape drive. 4. Reinstall...
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... leave cartridges close to new and perhaps more modern tapes every few years. Other cartridges have not been tested by IBM. Label location 10 DDS Generation 6 USB Tape Drive: User's Guide v Do not read from or write to the operating environment for "MIGR-39931". v Do not treat cartridges roughly or drop them to DDS Generation 2 or DDS Generation 3 cartridges For optimum performance and maximum storage capacity, use . Labeling cartridges...
... leave cartridges close to new and perhaps more modern tapes every few years. Other cartridges have not been tested by IBM. Label location 10 DDS Generation 6 USB Tape Drive: User's Guide v Do not read from or write to the operating environment for "MIGR-39931". v Do not treat cartridges roughly or drop them to DDS Generation 2 or DDS Generation 3 cartridges For optimum performance and maximum storage capacity, use . Labeling cartridges...
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.../support/ and search for approximately 50 cleaning cycles. Expired cleaning cartridges are directed to tape. Clean the tape heads in this section. IBM cleaning cartridges can be able to read from or write to by your application software or system management software v When read or write errors occur To clean tape heads, use an audio DAT cleaning cartridge, because the drive cannot recognize it. For a list of being loaded. 12 DDS Generation 6 USB Tape Drive: User's Guide...
.../support/ and search for approximately 50 cleaning cycles. Expired cleaning cartridges are directed to tape. Clean the tape heads in this section. IBM cleaning cartridges can be able to read from or write to by your application software or system management software v When read or write errors occur To clean tape heads, use an audio DAT cleaning cartridge, because the drive cannot recognize it. For a list of being loaded. 12 DDS Generation 6 USB Tape Drive: User's Guide...
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... the tape download problem drive. See "Updating firmware" on page 15 for more information. 2. See "Replacing the tape drive" on page 17. If the problem persists, contact IBM Support. 14 DDS Generation 6 USB Tape Drive: User's Guide See "Using the correct cartridge" on page 15 for more information. 4. See "Replacing the tape drive" on page 17. Replace the tape drive. Table 1. Load a new tape cartridge. 3. See "Updating firmware" on page 9 for more information. 5. operation after each step. 1. Verify that the latest firmware is installed. Status LED...
... the tape download problem drive. See "Updating firmware" on page 15 for more information. 2. See "Replacing the tape drive" on page 17. If the problem persists, contact IBM Support. 14 DDS Generation 6 USB Tape Drive: User's Guide See "Using the correct cartridge" on page 15 for more information. 4. See "Replacing the tape drive" on page 17. Replace the tape drive. Table 1. Load a new tape cartridge. 3. See "Updating firmware" on page 9 for more information. 5. operation after each step. 1. Verify that the latest firmware is installed. Status LED...
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... Driver Detail Tab. If the problem persists, contact IBM Support. If the connection is not working Notes: v If all cables are flashing, try resetting power to work. 3. The server does not start If the server does not start , contact IBM Support. 16 DDS Generation 6 USB Tape Drive: User's Guide v IBM Support might ask you to the Windows Device Manager. 2. To find one, eject it . 3. If the tape drive is correct, replace the power cable. 2. Make sure that is correctly connected to the drive...
... Driver Detail Tab. If the problem persists, contact IBM Support. If the connection is not working Notes: v If all cables are flashing, try resetting power to work. 3. The server does not start If the server does not start , contact IBM Support. 16 DDS Generation 6 USB Tape Drive: User's Guide v IBM Support might ask you to the Windows Device Manager. 2. To find one, eject it . 3. If the tape drive is correct, replace the power cable. 2. Make sure that is correctly connected to the drive...
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... rails that came with the server. Cable connections 5. Use the drive-installation instructions that are provided with the server. 7. Connect the other (tape drive) side of the internal USB cable to the tape drive. 6. v Also review the Customer Responsibilities document. Connect the power cord and turn on page 5. 2. Removing the tape drive To remove the tape drive, complete the following steps: 1. Read the safety information that begins on page iii and "Installation guidelines" on the server. 18 DDS Generation 6 USB Tape Drive: User's Guide
... rails that came with the server. Cable connections 5. Use the drive-installation instructions that are provided with the server. 7. Connect the other (tape drive) side of the internal USB cable to the tape drive. 6. v Also review the Customer Responsibilities document. Connect the power cord and turn on page 5. 2. Removing the tape drive To remove the tape drive, complete the following steps: 1. Read the safety information that begins on page iii and "Installation guidelines" on the server. 18 DDS Generation 6 USB Tape Drive: User's Guide
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... DDS Generation 6 USB Tape Drive: User's Guide and Canada, call 1-800-IBM-SERV (1-800-426-7378). and Canada, call 1-800-IBM-SERV (1-800-426-7378). In the U.S. In the U.S. See http://www.ibm.com/planetwide/ for IBM systems and optional devices at http://www.ibm.com/systems/support/. and Canada, hardware service and support is authorized by Support Line in the U.S. Software service and support Through IBM Support Line, you can receive hardware service...
... DDS Generation 6 USB Tape Drive: User's Guide and Canada, call 1-800-IBM-SERV (1-800-426-7378). and Canada, call 1-800-IBM-SERV (1-800-426-7378). In the U.S. In the U.S. See http://www.ibm.com/planetwide/ for IBM systems and optional devices at http://www.ibm.com/systems/support/. and Canada, hardware service and support is authorized by Support Line in the U.S. Software service and support Through IBM Support Line, you can receive hardware service...
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... environment, or improper maintenance by you must follow the problem determination and resolution procedures that authorized by a product for which you may be scheduled for service, you ; 2. any Machine capacity or capability, other than that IBM specifies. frames and covers); 5. Any technical or other support provided for downloading or obtaining from an IBM Internet 24 DDS Generation 6 USB Tape Drive: User's Guide If you do...
... environment, or improper maintenance by you must follow the problem determination and resolution procedures that authorized by a product for which you may be scheduled for service, you ; 2. any Machine capacity or capability, other than that IBM specifies. frames and covers); 5. Any technical or other support provided for downloading or obtaining from an IBM Internet 24 DDS Generation 6 USB Tape Drive: User's Guide If you do...
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...Data under this Statement of Limited Warranty, IBM may arise where, because of the Machine or its responsibilities under applicable law. THESE WARRANTIES GIVE YOU SPECIFIC LEGAL RIGHTS AND YOU MAY ALSO HAVE OTHER RIGHTS WHICH VARY FROM STATE TO STATE OR JURISDICTION TO JURISDICTION. 26 DDS Generation 6 USB Tape Drive: User's Guide 7. If removing or deleting Personal Data... MAY NOT APPLY TO YOU. You also agree to remove all or part of a default on which you are entitled to claim damages from any Machine you return to IBM for any manner to conflict of Liability Circumstances may ship...
...Data under this Statement of Limited Warranty, IBM may arise where, because of the Machine or its responsibilities under applicable law. THESE WARRANTIES GIVE YOU SPECIFIC LEGAL RIGHTS AND YOU MAY ALSO HAVE OTHER RIGHTS WHICH VARY FROM STATE TO STATE OR JURISDICTION TO JURISDICTION. 26 DDS Generation 6 USB Tape Drive: User's Guide 7. If removing or deleting Personal Data... MAY NOT APPLY TO YOU. You also agree to remove all or part of a default on which you are entitled to claim damages from any Machine you return to IBM for any manner to conflict of Liability Circumstances may ship...
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...you for any of the following replaces the terms of this section in its entirety: For the purposes of this section, a "Default" means any act, statement, omission, or negligence on the part of IBM in connection with respect to any liability referred to in item 1 above ...Statement of Warranty will be treated as one Default will not in any event, except as a legal entity. This section sets out the extent of profits, business, revenue, goodwill, or anticipated savings; special, indirect, or consequential loss; 3. or 36 DDS Generation 6 USB Tape Drive: User's Guide IBM will accept ...
...you for any of the following replaces the terms of this section in its entirety: For the purposes of this section, a "Default" means any act, statement, omission, or negligence on the part of IBM in connection with respect to any liability referred to in item 1 above ...Statement of Warranty will be treated as one Default will not in any event, except as a legal entity. This section sets out the extent of profits, business, revenue, goodwill, or anticipated savings; special, indirect, or consequential loss; 3. or 36 DDS Generation 6 USB Tape Drive: User's Guide IBM will accept ...
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... the failing Machine into the shipping container that country or visit the following IBM Internet website: http://www.ibm.com/servers/support/machine_warranties/. 38 DDS Generation 6 USB Tape Drive: User's Guide Certain Machines with a Same Day On-site response-time objective may not be available in all worldwide locations. Service will be provided from 8:00 a.m. This type of warranty service is appropriate for direct problem...
... the failing Machine into the shipping container that country or visit the following IBM Internet website: http://www.ibm.com/servers/support/machine_warranties/. 38 DDS Generation 6 USB Tape Drive: User's Guide Certain Machines with a Same Day On-site response-time objective may not be available in all worldwide locations. Service will be provided from 8:00 a.m. This type of warranty service is appropriate for direct problem...
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...determining the current level 16 firmware, updating 15 G general terms, warranty 23 getting help 21 governing law 26 H handling cartridges 10 handling static-sensitive devices 5 hardware problems 16, 17 hardware requirements 6 hardware service and support 22 hardware, CRU part numbers 17 heads, cleaning 12, 15 help, getting 21 I IBM Support Line 22 inspecting a cartridge 11 installation guidelines 5 installation instructions, server documentation 5 installation procedure 7 inventory, parts 6 J jurisdiction 27 L labeling cartridges 10 law, governing 26 LEDs flashing together 16 function summary...
...determining the current level 16 firmware, updating 15 G general terms, warranty 23 getting help 21 governing law 26 H handling cartridges 10 handling static-sensitive devices 5 hardware problems 16, 17 hardware requirements 6 hardware service and support 22 hardware, CRU part numbers 17 heads, cleaning 12, 15 help, getting 21 I IBM Support Line 22 inspecting a cartridge 11 installation guidelines 5 installation instructions, server documentation 5 installation procedure 7 inventory, parts 6 J jurisdiction 27 L labeling cartridges 10 law, governing 26 LEDs flashing together 16 function summary...
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... list 17 port requirement, Universal Serial Bus (USB) 6 power cable connector 8, 18 power specifications 19 power-on self-test (POST) automatic 1 tape-drive failure 16 preinstallation requirements 6 product recycling and disposal 41 product registration Web site 1 R rail installation 7 ready LED, checking the status of 9 recording formats, supported 1 recycling and disposal, product 41 registration, product 1 removing the tape drive 18 replaceable components 17 replacement procedure 18 replacing the tape drive 17, 18 48 DDS Generation 6 USB Tape Drive: User's Guide S same business day service...
... list 17 port requirement, Universal Serial Bus (USB) 6 power cable connector 8, 18 power specifications 19 power-on self-test (POST) automatic 1 tape-drive failure 16 preinstallation requirements 6 product recycling and disposal 41 product registration Web site 1 R rail installation 7 ready LED, checking the status of 9 recording formats, supported 1 recycling and disposal, product 41 registration, product 1 removing the tape drive 18 replaceable components 17 replacement procedure 18 replacing the tape drive 17, 18 48 DDS Generation 6 USB Tape Drive: User's Guide S same business day service...