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Dell PowerVault LTO-6 Tape Drive User Manual (93 pages)

LTO Series

Brand: Dell | Category: Storage | Size: 1.1 MB

Table of Contents
3
Figures

5
Tables

7
Chapter 1. Introduction

9
- Overview
  9
- Serial Attached SCSI (SAS) Interface
  10
- Encryption
  10
- Encryption
  11
- Specifications and Features
  11
  - LTO Generation Specifications
    11
- Tape Backup Software
  12
- Front Panel
  12
  - SCD, Ready/Activity LED, and Fault LED
    13
- Rear Panel
  14
Chapter 2. Setting up the Tape Drive

17
Chapter 3. Using the Tape Drive

27
Chapter 4. Using the Tape Backup Software

35
Chapter 5. Troubleshooting

37
- Obtaining Drivers and Firmware Upgrades
  37
- Selecting a Diagnostic or Maintenance Function
  37
  - Drive
    37
  - Descriptions
    37
  - Diagnostic and Maintenance Function Codes
    38
- General Guidelines
  44
- Methods of Receiving Errors and Messages
  45
  - General Troubleshooting
    45
- Descriptions and Corrective Actions
  46
  - Methods of Receiving Errors and Messages
    46
- Drive Status
  49
- Drive Maintenance
  50
  - Drive Status Page
    50
- Fixing SAS Connectivity Problems
  51
  - Drive Maintenance Page
    51
- Resolving Media-Related Problems
  52
- Removing an Internal SAS Tape Drive
  52
- Tapealert
  53
  - Tapealert Flags and Descriptions
    53
- Recovering a Tape Cartridge
  56
Chapter 6. Specifications

57
- General Specifications
  57
- Internal Drive
  57
  - Internal Drive Specifications
    57
- External Drive
  58
  - External Drive Specifications
    58
- Rack Mount Drive
  59
  - Rack Mount Drive Specifications
    59
Chapter 7. Getting Help

61
- Technical Assistance
  61
- Dell Enterprise Training and Certification
  63
- Problems with Your Order
  63
- Product Information
  63
- Returning Items for Warranty Repair or Credit
  63
- Before You Call
  63
  - Diagnostics Checklist
    64
Chapter 8. Contacting Dell

65
Appendix. Regulatory Information

81
Glossary

83
Index

93

Dell PowerVault LTO-6 Tape Drive User Manual (80 pages)

LTO Tape Drive

Brand: Dell | Category: Storage | Size: 2.68 MB

Table of Contents
5
Figures
7
Tables
9
Introduction
11
Overview
11
Powervault Internal Model
11
Encryption
12
Powervault External Model
12
Specifications and Features
13
LTO Generation Specifications
13
Tape Backup Software
14
Front Panel
14
SCD, Ready/Activity LED, and Fault LED Descriptions
15
Rear Panel
16
Rear Panel of Internal SAS Tape Drive
16
Rear Panel of External SAS Tape Drive
17
Rear Panel of the Rack Mount Tape Drive
17
Setting up the Tape Drive
19
Pre-Installed Internal Drives
19
Installing Internal Drives
19
Installing the Internal Drive - Step-By-Step Instructions
19
Air Intake Area
20
Install the Drive
21
Mounting Holes on Tape Drive
21
Attaching SAS Cable
22
Secure the Drive
22
Installing External and Rack Mount Drives
23
Installing the External Drive - Step-By-Step Instructions
23
Connecting the SAS Cable
23
Verifying Drive Operation
24
Loading Device Drivers
24
Connecting Two SAS Hosts to One Tape Drive
24
Ethernet Service Port Procedures
25
Using the Tape Drive
27
Operating the Drive
27
Turning on the External Drive
27
Turning on the Rack Mount Drive
27
Loading, Unloading, and Write-Protecting Cartridges
28
Resetting the Drive
28
Supported Functions of Compatible Media Types
28
LTO Ultrium Data Cartridge
29
Caring for Tape Cartridges
31
Setting the Write-Protect Switch
31
Cleaning the Tape Mechanism
33
Using the Tape Backup Software
35
Troubleshooting
37
Obtaining Drivers and Firmware Upgrades
37
Selecting a Diagnostic or Maintenance Function
37
Diagnostic and Maintenance Function Codes and Descriptions
38
General Guidelines
46
General Troubleshooting
46
Methods of Receiving Errors and Messages
47
Descriptions and Corrective Actions
47
Drive Status
51
Drive Maintenance
52
Drive Status Page
52
Drive Status Page - Details
52
Fixing SAS Connectivity Problems
53
Drive Maintenance Page
53
Resolving Media-Related Problems
54
Removing an Internal SAS Tape Drive
54
Tapealert
54
Tapealert Flags and Descriptions
55
Recovering a Tape Cartridge
57
Specifications
59
General Specifications
59
Internal Drive
59
Internal Drive Specifications
59
External Drive
60
External Drive Specifications
60
Rack Mount Drive
61
Rack Mount Drive Specifications
61
Contacting Dell
63
Appendix. Regulatory Information
65
Glossary
67
Index
75

Dell PowerVault LTO-6 Tape Drive User Manual (76 pages)

Brand: Dell | Category: Storage | Size: 6.09 MB

Note
2
Table of Contents
3
Figures
5
Chapter 1. Introduction

7
- Overview
  7
- Specifications and Features
  8
- Tape Drive External Model
  8
- Drive Features
  10
- Media Optimization
  10
- Recommended Access Order (RAO) Open Function
  11
- Archive Mode Unthread
  11
- Speed Matching
  11
- Performance Parameters for Full Height Drives
  12
- Performance Parameters for Half Height Drives
  12
- Channel Calibration
  13
- Data Cartridge Capacity Scaling
  13
- Encryption
  13
- Tape Backup Software
  13
- Front Panel
  13
- Rear Panel
  16
Chapter 2. Setting up the Tape Drive

18
Chapter 3. Using the Tape Drive

26
Chapter 4. Troubleshooting

34
Chapter 5. Specifications

57
- General Specifications
  57
- Internal Drive
  57
- External Drive
  59
- Equipment Environment Specification
  59
- External Drive Specifications
  59
- Rack Mount Drive
  61
- Rack Mount Drive Specifications
  61
- Equipment Environment Specification
  61
- Equipment Environment Specification
  63
Chapter 6. Contacting Dell

64
Appendix A. Regulatory Information

65
- Glossary
  66
- Index
  75

Dell PowerVault LTO-6 Tape Drive Manual (50 pages)

Compatibility Guide

Brand: Dell | Category: Storage | Size: 1.62 MB

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Dell PowerVault LTO-6 Tape Drive User Manual (93 pages)

Table of Contents

Figures

Tables

Chapter 1. Introduction

Chapter 2. Setting up the Tape Drive

Chapter 3. Using the Tape Drive

Chapter 4. Using the Tape Backup Software

Chapter 5. Troubleshooting

Chapter 6. Specifications

Chapter 7. Getting Help

Chapter 8. Contacting Dell

Appendix. Regulatory Information

Glossary

Index

Dell PowerVault LTO-6 Tape Drive User Manual (80 pages)

Table of Contents

Dell PowerVault LTO-6 Tape Drive User Manual (76 pages)

Table of Contents

Chapter 1. Introduction

Chapter 2. Setting up the Tape Drive

Chapter 3. Using the Tape Drive

Chapter 4. Troubleshooting

Chapter 5. Specifications

Chapter 6. Contacting Dell

Appendix A. Regulatory Information

Dell PowerVault LTO-6 Tape Drive Manual (50 pages)

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