ADIC 7000DLT manual

The 4000/7000DLT Tabletop Series Installation and Operation Guide[...]

ii © Copyright 1999 all rights reserved. Quantum ® is a registered trademark and DLT™ is a trademark of Quantum Corporation. All other trademarks are property of their respective owners. Document number: 62-0162-01 Rev A First published: March 1999 Printed in the USA[...]

Contents iii 1 Introduction Overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-3 Intended Audience . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1 - 3 Organization . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .[...]

iv Contents 62-0162-01 Additional Items . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-12 3 Safety Safety Conventions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3 - 3 Precautions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . [...]

Contents v LED Indicators . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5- 4 LCD Messages . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-5 Drive Operating Conditions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .[...]

vi Contents 62-0162-01 B Drive Configuration Drive Dependent Configuration . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . B-3 SCSI Bus Parity . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . B-3 DLT4000 Drives . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . [...]

Figures vii Figure 2-1 7000DLT Front Panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-6 Figure 2-2 4000DLT Front Panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-7 Figure 2-3 7000DLT Series Rear Panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2[...]

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Tables ix Table 2-1 Maximum Capacity . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-3 Table 2-2 Transfer Rate (Compressed Mode) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-4 Table 2-3 Drive to Model Identification . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-5 Table 2-4 Front Panel I[...]

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1 Intr oduction Overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-3 Intended Audience . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1 - 3 Organization . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .[...]

1-2 Introduction 62-0162-01[...]

Overview 1-3 1- Overview This manual contains information and instructions necessary for the safe operation of the 4000/7000DLT Series. The topics discussed in this chapter are: •O v e r v i e w • Intended Audience • Organization • Associated Documents • Explanation of Symbols and Notes • Assistance Intended A udience This guide is inte[...]

1-4 Introduction 62-0162-01 Chapter 6 Troubleshooting and Diagnostic - Describes the troubleshooting and diagnostic techniques for the 4000/7000DLT Series. Appendix A Specifications - Outlines the specifications of the 4000/7000DLT Series. Appendix B Drive Configuration - Describes the specific information necessary to configure the 4000/7000DLT Se[...]

2 Description Overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-3 Description . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-3 Front Panel Controls and Indicators . . . . . . . . . . .[...]

2-2 Description 62-0162-01[...]

Overview 2-3 2- Overview This section of the document provides a physical description of the switches, indicators and connectors on the front and rear panels of the 4000/7000DLT Series. Additional information describes other requirements (additional hardware and/or software) needed to utilize the 4000/7000DLT Series. Descri p tion The 4000/7000DLT [...]

2-4 Description 62-0162-01 The removable tape media cartridge allows long-term off-line and/or off-site data storage. The tape media is rated at up to 500,000 passes and has a shelf life of up to 30 years providing superior media durability and data reliability. Table 2-3 on page 2-4 lists the drive models used in the 4000/7000DLT Series. Tape dens[...]

Description 2-5 Figure 2-1 7000DLT Front Panel[...]

2-6 Description 62-0162-01 Figure 2-2 4000DLT Front Panel[...]

Description 2-7 Table 2-4 Front Panel Indicators and Controls 2-line by 20-character LCD Display Displays drive status, error messages, POST r esults Beeper Sounds whenever it is OK to operate the cartridge insert/ release handle. The gr een Operate Handle LED should be ON whenever the Beeper sounds. W rite Protected (orange) ON = T ape write-prote[...]

2-8 Description 62-0162-01 Rear Panel Controls and Connectors Figure 2-3 on page 2-8 shows the controls and connectors located on the rear panel of the 7000DLT Series. Figure 2-3 7000DLT Series Rear Panel Table 2-5 describes the controls and connections. Table 2-5 Rear Panel Controls and Connectors Control or Connector Purpose Power Switch T urns p[...]

Description 2-9 Data Cartrid g e The data cartridges used in the DTL7000 Series are housed in 4-inch plastic cases and employ 1/2-inch metal particle tape. Table 2-6 describes and lists the media cartridges that can be used with the four models. The Write-Protect switch prevents accidental erasure of data. If the switch is moved all the way to the [...]

2-10 Description 62-0162-01 Figure 2-4 DLT Data Cartridge Always remove any cartridge from the drive before turning off host system power. Failure to remove a cartridge can result in cartridge and drive damage. When you remove the cartridge from the drive, return the cartridge to its plastic case to prolong the cartridge life. Other Requirements SC[...]

Other Requirements 2-11 SCSI Interface Cable The kind of cable you need will depend on the kind of SCSI bus connector on your host adapter. The 7000DLT, a fast, wide SCSI-2 device, uses a 68-pin high density SCSI device connector. Application Software The software you use will depend upon your storage needs and the system you are using. Additional [...]

2-12 Description 62-0162-01[...]

3 Safety Safety Conventions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3 - 3 Precautions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-4[...]

3-2 Safety 62-0162-01[...]

Safety Conventions 3-3 3- Safety Con ventions The following symbols are used throughout the document. The danger exists of a fatal electric shock. At places designated with this symbol, electrical current can be present even after switching off the main switch. Before starting any work, always confirm that all electrical connections are free of ele[...]

3-4 Safety 62-0162-01 All safety and operating instructions should be read before this product is operated, and should be retained for future reference. This unit has been engineered and manufactured to assure your personal safety. Improper use can result in potential electrical shock or fire hazards. In order not to defeat the safeguards, observe [...]

Precautions 3-5 Use the unit on a firm level surface free from vibration, and do not place anything on top of unit.[...]

3-6 Safety 62-0162-01[...]

4 Installation Overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-3 Unpacking and Inspecting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-3 Installing the Host Adapter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .[...]

4-2 Installation 62-0162-01[...]

Overview 4-3 4- Overview This chapter explains the steps necessary to install and test your 4000/7000DLT Series. It also provides an information symbol for each event that you should verify as correct before continuing. Unpac king and Inspecting Unpack all items from the carton. None of the components should have any damage. Save the packing materi[...]

4-4 Installation 62-0162-01 Connecting More than One 4000/ 7000DL T Series If you are connecting more than one 4000/7000DLT Series unit on the same SCSI channel, simply connect each unit to the previous unit with an additional interface cable. It doesn't matter which SCSI connector on each 4000/7000DLT Series unit you connect the interface cab[...]

Setting the SCSI ID 4-5 Setting the SCSI ID Depending upon your setup, operating system and number of SCSI devices on the bus, you may have to change the SCSI address of the 4000/7000DLT Series. Each device on the bus must have its own unique address. See Figure 4-1 on page 4-4 and Figure 4-2. Figure 4-2 SCSI ID Switch The SCSI ID switch is located[...]

4-6 Installation 62-0162-01 Count each device's SCSI ID in sequence 0 to 7 (or 0 to 15), on each SCSI bus to confirm that no two devices have the same ID. Chec k the SCSI Bus T ermination SCSI buses require termination at each end for proper operation. A typical external subsystem installation would be terminated at the SCSI host adapter and a[...]

Connecting Power and Turning On 4-7 Connecting P ower and T urning On Step 1 Plug the power cord into the back of the 4000/ 7000DLT Series. Step 2 Plug the power cord from the 4000/7000DLT Series into a GROUNDED electrical outlet. Step 3 Plug the power cord from your host system into the same GROUNDED electrical circuit if possible. Computers and p[...]

4-8 Installation 62-0162-01[...]

5 Operation and Maintenance Overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-3 Power-on Self-Test . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-3 Drive Status . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .[...]

5-2 Operation and Maintenance 62-0162-01[...]

Overview 5-3 5- Overview This section describes normal operating features of the 4000/7000DLT Series. Additionally, it explains how, and when, to clean the tape head. This section also describes how to clean the enclosure. Power-on Self-T est When you turn system power ON , the DLT drive performs a Power-on Self-Test (POST). The sequence of events [...]

5-4 Operation and Maintenance 62-0162-01 Drive Status LED Indicators After initialization, the drive will be in one of the four states listed in Table 5-1. Table 5-1 Drive States Indications Drive State LED Indicator Displays and Drive Actions No cartridge is present. The Ta p e in Use LED turns OFF . The O p erate Handle LED turns ON . The handle [...]

Drive Status 5-5 LCD Messages Table 5-2 describes the messages displayed on the LCD during and immediately after the POST. Table 5-2 Drive Status LCD Messages Drive State LCD Message POST is executing. W ill be displayed for 3 to 5 seconds, followed by: DR V F/W is the firmwar e version of the drive. LCD F/W is the firmware version of the LCD contr[...]

5-6 Operation and Maintenance 62-0162-01 POST completes in about 13 seconds and the drive responds normally to all ommands. However, it may take longer for the media to become ready. Drive Operating Conditions LED Indicators Use Table 5-3 on page 5-6 to determine the drive’s operating condition. Table 5-3 Operating Condition Indications Right Ind[...]

Drive Operating Conditions 5-7 Left Indicator P anel LED Label Color State Operating Condition 2.6 Y ellow ON Blinking T ape is recor ded in 2.6 format. T ape is recor ded in another density . Y ou selected this density for a write from BOT . 6.0 Y ellow ON Blinking T ape is recor ded in 6.0 format. T ape is recor ded in another density . Y ou sele[...]

5-8 Operation and Maintenance 62-0162-01 LCD Messages Table 5-4 on page 5-8 describes the messages displayed by the LCD during normal operation: Table 5-4 Drive Operation LCD Messages Drive Operating Condition LCD Message No tape in drive. or , ‘4000DL T’ (DL T4000) When loading or unloading a tape. DL Ttype = DL T4000 (4000DL T), or DL T7000 ([...]

Drive Operating Conditions 5-9 When tape is loaded. DL Ttype = DL T TM 4000 (4000DL T), or DL T TM 7000 (7000DL T). Compressed if compr ession mode enabled or Standard if compr ession mode disabled. 20/40GB = DL T TM 4000, 35/70GB = DL T TM 7000. This is the normal “Ready Screen”. If write-protected tape is inserted During loading of a write-pr[...]

5-10 Operation and Maintenance 62-0162-01 Whenever the system is writing to a tape, these two messages will alternate. Each message will be displayed for approximately 2.5 seconds. Whenever the system is reading a tape, this message will alternate with the ready scr een. Whenever a tape is in motion. DL Ttype = DL T TM 4000 (4000DL T), or DL T TM 7[...]

Drive Operating Conditions 5-11 The drive head needs cleaning or the tape is bad. followed by: If new tape, or the drive cannot initialize the tape. followed by: followed by: A hardwar e error occurs during normal operation. Table 5-4 Drive Operation LCD Messages[...]

5-12 Operation and Maintenance 62-0162-01 Loading the Data Car tridg e Due to static the label or other items included in this package will occasionally cling to the DLT cartridge. Before loading into a drive, ensure that all other items from this package are separated from the cartridge. Never press in on the hub portion of the data cartridge. Ste[...]

Data Protection 5-13 Step 3 Insert the data cartridge into the slot. Step 4 Push the cartridge into the drive. Step 5 Push the Cartridge Insert/Release Handle closed . The drive will go on-line. A load sequence will initiate where the Operate Handle LED will turn OFF and the Tape in Use LED will blink while the drive moves the tape to BOT (Beginnin[...]

5-14 Operation and Maintenance 62-0162-01 Table 5-5 indicates what is happening during cartridge use: Remo ving the Data Car tridg e Remove a cartridge from the drive before turning OFF host system power. Failure to remove a cartridge before turning OFF host system power can result in cartridge and drive damage. To unload a cartridge from the drive[...]

Cleaning the Tape Head 5-15 Step 4 Push the Cartridge Insert/Release Handle closed. When you remove the cartridge from the drive, return the cartridge to its plastic case to prolong the cartridge life. Cleaning the T ape Head The 4000/7000DLT Series is a highly sophisticated unit. No routine maintenance is required apart from periodically cleaning [...]

5-16 Operation and Maintenance 62-0162-01 Using cloth swabs, cotton swabs, cleaning agents, or unapproved cleaning cartridges will void your warranty. Use only an approved cleaning cartridge. Table 5-6 Using the Cleaning Tape If . . . It means . . . Y ou should . . . While using a data cartridge, the Use Cleanin g Ta p e LED illuminates and the fr [...]

Cleaning the Tape Head 5-17 To clean the head, use a cleaning cartridge. Inert the cleaning cartridge in the drive as described in Loading the Data Cartridge on page 5-12. The drive will automatically clean the head. When the cleaning operation is complete, the beeper will sound alerting you to remove the cleaning cartridge. The following messages [...]

5-18 Operation and Maintenance 62-0162-01 Do not remove the cleaning cartridge before the drive sounds the beeper. Remove the cleaning cartridge from the drive as described in Removing the Data Cartridge on page 5-14. If you load the cleaning cartridge into the drive after it has exhausted its cleaning cycles, it will not clean the head (the cycle [...]

6 T r oub leshooting and Diagnostic Overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-3 Troubleshooting Chart . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7- 3 Use Cleaning Tape LED . . . . . . . . . . . [...]

6-2 Troubleshooting and Diagnostic 62-0162-01[...]

Overview 6-3 6- Overview This section lists a number of common problems and the actions to take to correct them. It provides information on why the DLT drive turns on the Use Cleaning Tape LED. The section also explains what to do when you need technical support. T roubleshootin g Chart If the 4000/7000DLT Series fails during POST or operation, use[...]

6-4 Troubleshooting and Diagnostic 62-0162-01 Y our system does not recognize the 4000/7000DL T Series unit (Continued) The SCSI bus may not be correctly terminated The SCSI terminator may not be at the end of the bus, or more than two terminators may be present The SCSI bus might be too long. T oo many devices might be on the bus If the 4000/7000D[...]

Use Cleaning Tape LED 6-5 Use Cleaning T ape LED If an excessive number of read-after-write errors are detected during normal operation of the 4000/7000DLT Series, the Use Cleanin g Ta p e LED will be turned on by the drive. Usually, the Use Cleanin g Ta p e LED is turned on by the drive because of a dirty head, so the head should be cleaned and th[...]

6-6 Troubleshooting and Diagnostic 62-0162-01 Wh y the Use Cleaning T ape LED Gets T urned ON The Use Cleanin g Ta p e LED will be turned on whenever the drive has determined that low level error performance has degraded to a point where drive head cleaning is absolutely required. It does this by counting the number of C3 (soft) errors as well as t[...]

High Humidity 6-7 High Humidity To minimize the chance of condensation, please observe the following guidelines: • If you expose cartridges to temperatures outside the operating limits (5-40 ° C/40-113 ° F), stabilize them before you use them. To do this, leave the cartridges in the operating temperature for a minimum of two hours. • Avoid te[...]

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A Specification General Specification . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . A-3[...]

A-2 Specification 62-0162-01[...]

General Specification A-3 A- General Specification This section contains specification information on the 4000/7000DLT Series. See Table A-1. Table A-1 Specifications Drive T ype: Quantum ® DL T™4000 Quantum ® DL T™7000 4000DL T 7000DL T Data T ransfer Rate (compressed mode): 180 MB/min. 600 MB/min. 4000DL T 7000DL T Enclosure Electrical Inte[...]

A-4 Specification 62-0162-01 V ibration : 0.25G (5-500 Hz) (Operating) 0.5G (5-500 Hz) (Storage/Shipping) Shock : 2G Operating 30G Storage/Shipping Table A-1 Specifications[...]

B Drive Configuration Drive Dependent Configuration . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . B-3 SCSI Bus Parity . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . B-3 DLT4000 Drives . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .[...]

B-2 Drive Configuration 62-0162-01[...]

Drive Dependent Configuration B-3 B- Drive Dependent Configuration This section describes the options you can select by installing jumpers on the DLT Tape Drives. SCSI Bus P arity The following paragraphs detail information about parity selection on different drive types. DL T4000 Drives If your host computer system does not generate SCSI bus parit[...]

B-4 Drive Configuration 62-0162-01 DL T7000 Drive If your host computer system does not generate SCSI bus parity, you can disable parity checking in the DLT7000 drive by installing a jumper over two pins on the DFDT connector. See Figure B-3 for location of the connector. Figure B-3 DLT7000 Tape Drive Connectors (Right Side) Figure B-4 shows which [...]

SCSI Bus Termination and Terminator Power B-5 SCSI Bus T ermination and T erminator P ower The following paragraphs describe information about termination selection on different drives. DL T4000 Drives The DLT4000 drives can be configured to supply terminator power and termination on the bus, by jumpering specific pins on the TRM PWR/TRM ENB connec[...]

B-6 Drive Configuration 62-0162-01 Figure B-6 TRM PWR/TRM ENB Jumper Position If . . . And . . . Then Y ou Should . . . Another device is providing terminator power The 4000/7000DL T Series is not at the end of the SCSI bus chain Connect jumpers as 1 in Figur e B-6. Another device is providing terminator power The 4000/7000DL T Series is at the end[...]

SCSI Bus Termination and Terminator Power B-7 DL T7000 Drives The DLT7000 drive can be configured to supply terminator power, by jumpering specific pins on the TRM PWR connector. See Figure B-7 and Figure B-8 for the location of the TRM PWR connector. Figure B-7 DLT7000 Tape Drive Connectors (right side) Figure B-8 Term Power Pins on TRM PWR Connec[...]

B-8 Drive Configuration 62-0162-01[...]

C Regulatory Notices FCC Notices (U.S. Only) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . C-3 Shielded Cables . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . C-3 Product Type . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . [...]

C-2 Regulatory Notices 62-0162-01[...]

FCC Notices (U.S. Only) C-3 C- FCC Notices (U .S. Onl y) This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the manufacturer's instruction manual, may cause interference with radio and television reception. This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits f[...]

C-4 Regulatory Notices 62-0162-01 Pr oduct T ype The following information is provided on the device or devices covered in this document in compliance with FCC regulations: Product Name 4000/7000DLT Tabletop Unit Model number TBD Company name Advanced Digital Information Corporation, PO Box 97057, Redmond, WA 98073-9757 USA Phone number (425) 881-8[...]

EN 55022 Compliance (Czech Republic Only) C-5 EN 55022 Compliance (Czech Republic Onl y) This device belongs to category B devices as described in EN 55022, unless it is specifically stated that it is a category A device on the specification label. The following applies to devices in category A of EN 55022 (radius of protection up to 30 meters). Th[...]

C-6 Regulatory Notices 62-0162-01 EN 61000-4-4 "Electromagnetic compatibility for industrial-process measurement and control equipment Part 4: Electrical fast transient/burst requirements." - Severity level 2. EN60950:1992 + Amd.1:1993 + Amd.2:1993 with considerations to Amd.3:1995 "Safety of Information Technology Equipment includin[...]

Inde x - 1 - 10.0 format . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-7 10.0 GB format . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-4 , 2-8 - 2 - 2.6 format . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-6 2.6 GB format . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-4 , 2-8 20.0 format . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .[...]

in-8 Index 62-0162-01 disable parity . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .B-3 , B-4 drive error messages . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-7 Drive head . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-7 drive head . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-11 drive operating condition . . . . . . . . [...]

Index in-9 SCSI ID switch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-5 SCSI Interface Cable . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-12 SCSI interface cable . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-3 SCSI signal cable . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-3 SCSI terminator . . . . 2-12 , 4-4 , 4-6 , 5-3 , 7-3 , 7-4 shel[...]

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