ACER SDX-570V, SDX-470V User Guide

AIT Drive

2-686-048-21(1)

User’s Guide

AIT-2 Turbo TAPE DRIVE

SDX-570V Series

AIT-1 Turbo TAPE DRIVE

SDX-470V Series

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Your AIT TAPE DRIVE is assigned a Model No. SDX-570V, SDX-470V for regulatory compliance certifications. The number is indicated on the model number label on your drive along with the rated voltage and current.

VORSICHT

Für Kunden in Deutschland

Diese Ausrüstung erfüllt die Europäischen EMC-Bestimmungen für die Verwendung in folgender / folgenden Umgebung(en):

• Wohngegenden

• Gewerbegebiete

• Leichtindustriegebiete (Diese Ausrüstung erfüllt die

Bestimmungen der Norm EN55022, Klasse B.)

IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS

For your protection, please read these safety instructions completely before operating the appliance, and keep this manual for future reference.

Carefully observe all warnings, precautions and instructions on the appliance, or the one described in the operating instructions and adhere to them.

USE

Power Sources – This unit should be operated only from the type of power source indicated on the marking label. If you are not sure of the type of electrical power, consult your dealer or local power company.

For the unit with a three-wire grounding type ac plug:

If you are unable to insert the plug into the outlet, contact your electrician to have a suitable plug installed. Do not defeat the safety purpose of the grounding plug.

AC Power cord: (for AC mains operating unit only)

The AC power cord should have appropriate safety approvals or marking for the country in which the equipment will be used. Consult your dealer or local power company.

Cleaning – Unplug the unit from the wall outlet before cleaning or polishing it. Do not use liquid cleaners or aerosol cleaners. Use a cloth lightly dampened with water for cleaning the exterior of the unit.

Object and Liquid Entry – Never push objects of any kind into the unit through openings as they may touch dangerous voltage points or short out parts that could result in a fire or electric shock. Never spill liquid of any kind on the unit.

INSTALLATION

Water and Moisture – Do not use power-line operated units near water for example, near a bathtub, washbowl, kitchen sink, or laundry tub, in a wet basement, or near a swimming pool, etc.

Power-Cord Protection – Route the power cord so that it is not likely to be walked on or pinched by items placed upon or against them, paying particular attention to the plugs, receptacles, and the point where the cord exits from the appliance.

Accessories – Do not place the unit on an unstable cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or table. The unit may fall, causing serious injury to a child or an adult, and serious damage to the unit. Use only a cart stand tripod, bracket, or table recommended by the manufacturer.

Ventilation – The slots and openings in the cabinet are provided for necessary ventilation. To ensure reliable operation of the unit, and to protect it from overheating, these slots and openings must never be blocked or covered.

• Never cover the slots and openings with a cloth or other materials.

• Never block the slots and openings by placing the unit on a bed, sofa, rug or other similar surface.

• Never place the unit in a confined space, such as a bookcase, or builtin cabinet, unless proper ventilation is provided.

SERVICE

Damage Requiring Service – Unplug the unit from the wall outlet and refer servicing to qualified service personnel under the following conditions:

• When the power cord or plug is damaged or frayed.

• If liquid has been spilled or objects have fallen into the unit.

• If the unit has been exposed to rain or water.

• If the unit has been subject to excessive shock by being dropped, or the cabinet has been damaged.

• If the unit does not operate normally when following the operating instructions. Adjust only those controls that are specified in the operating instructions. Improper adjustment of other controls may result in damage and will often require extensive work by a qualified technician to restore the unit to normal operation.

• When the unit exhibits a distinct change in performance - this indicates a need for service.

Servicing – Do not attempt to service the unit yourself as opening or removing covers may expose you to dangerous voltage or other hazards. Refer to all servicing to qualified service personnel.

Contents

SDX-570V/SDX-470V Tape Drive ......................................................................... 6

Introduction .............................................................................................................. 7

Product Features ............................................................................................... 7

Precautions ....................................................................................................... 8

Installation .............................................................................................................. 10

Connectors......................................................................................................10

Option Switches (DIP Switch) .......................................................................11

Mounting Holes.............................................................................................. 13

Reconfiguring from 5.25" Model to 3.5" Model............................................ 15

Orientation...................................................................................................... 16

Attaching and Removing the Dust Cover ............................................................... 17

Attaching the Dust Cover ............................................................................... 17

Removing the Dust Cover ..............................................................................19

Operation ................................................................................................................ 20

Location of 3 LEDs ........................................................................................20

Drive Operation.............................................................................................. 21

Interface Implementation........................................................................................ 23

Supported ATA Commands ...........................................................................23

Supported ATAPI Packet Commands............................................................ 23

Specification ........................................................................................................... 24

Product Specifications.................................................................................... 24

Acer Contacts ......................................................................................................... 25

SDX-570V/SDX-470V Tape Drive

The SDX-570V/SDX-470V drive is a high capacity data storage device using Advanced Intelligent tape (AIT) technology. The SDX-570V/SDX470V drive achieves high data reliability through Read-After-Write, an additional level of Error Correction Code, and other features.

The SDX-570V/SDX-470V drive stores data on tape using a standard format called AIT (Advanced Intelligent Tape) and ALDC formats.

Introduction

Product Features

SDX-570V

Data Capacity

Transfer Rate (sustained)

Supported Format

Buffer Memory

* Assuming a 2.6 : 1 compression ratio.

(The compression ratio varies according to the type of data.)

80 GB uncompressed 208 GB compressed* (with TAIT2-80N or TAIT2-80C)

12 MB/s uncompressed (with AIT-E Turbo, AIT-1 Turbo, AIT-2, and AIT-2 Turbo) 8 MB/s uncompressed (with AIT-1)

AIT-E Turbo, AIT-1, AIT-1 Turbo, AIT-2, AIT-2 Turbo

24 MB

SDX-470V 40 GB uncompressed

104 GB compressed* (with TAIT1-40N or TAIT1-40C)

6 MB/s uncompressed (with AIT-E Turbo and AIT-1 Turbo) 4 MB/s uncompressed (with AIT-1)

AIT-E Turbo, AIT-1, AIT-1 Turbo

12 MB

• Burst Transfer Rate: 150 MB/sec

• 3.5" Standard Height, 5.25" Half Height

• SATA 1.5 Gbps (Gen.1)

• Frame Rewrite Function

• Three levels of Error Correction Code (ECC)

• High Speed search (120 times normal Read/Write speed)

• Random Read, Append Write

Precautions

Installation

Avoid placing the drive in a location subject to: – high humidity – high temperature – mechanical shock and vibration – direct sunlight

Operation

• Do not move the drive while it is operating. It may cause malfunction.

• Avoid exposing the drive to sudden changes from low to high temperatures. This may cause water condensation to collect inside the drive. If the ambient temperature should suddenly rise while the drive is turned on , wait at least one hour before turning on the drive. If you attempt to operate the drive immediately after a sudden increase in temperature, a malfunction may occur.

• Turning off the power to the drive while it is writing to tape may cause the tape to become unreadable. All previously negotiated parameters will be lost, whenever power to the drive is cycled.

Transportation

• Keep the original packing materials to facilitate transportation of the drive.

• Always remove the data cartridge before moving the drive. After removing the drive from the computer, repack the drive into its original packing.

Useable Cartridges

The SDX-570V can be used with data cartridges marked with the AIT-E Turbo, AIT-1 Turbo, AIT-2 Turbo, AIT-1 or AIT-2 logo.

The SDX-470V can be used with data cartridges marked with the AIT-E Turbo, AIT-1 Turbo or AIT-1 logo.

Notes

• Be sure to use only the cartridges designed specifically for AIT.

• Do not use anything but AIT cartridges with this system, as doing so can damage the AIT drive. Although commercially available 8 mm videotapes resemble AIT cartridges in appearance, they have entirely different specifications and cannot be used.

Installation

Connectors

The following figures apply to the SDX-570V.

SATA Power Connector (*1)

Caution

DO NOT USE both the SATA Power Connector (*1) and Legacy Power Connector (*2) at the same time. Using both connectors possible cause the system damage.

SATA Signal Connector

Legacy Power Connector (*2)

4 3 2 1

5V GND GND 12V

Option Switches (DIP Switch)

DIP Switch Positions

Default

ON OFF

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DIP Switch

1 Drive Mode (OFF) 2 Drive Mode (OFF) 3 Drive Mode (OFF) 4 Drive Mode (OFF) 5 Reserved (OFF) 6 Periodic Cleaning Req (ON) 7 DC Control (1) (ON) 8 DC Control (2) (OFF)

Cleaning Request Mode

Periodic cleaning requests can be enabled by a DIP switch.

1 Drive Mode

ON OFF

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2 Drive Mode 3 Drive Mode 4 Drive Mode 5 Reserved 6 Periodic Cleaning Req (ON) 7 DC Control (1) 8 DC Control (2)

When switch 6 is ON, cleaning requests are enabled. When enabled, the “CLEANING REQUEST” LED on the front panel lights after every 100 hours of operation.

When this LED lights, clean the drive with a cleaning cartridge.

Note

To maintain the drive in optimum condition in environments affected by dust and other contaminants, we recommend keeping cleaning requests enabled.

Data Compression Control DIP switch

Data compression can be selected by DIP switches. Data compression is enabled while position 7 [DC Control (1)] is ON. Control by host can be disabled when position 8 [DC Control (2)] is ON.

Mounting Holes

The following figures apply to the SDX-570V.

For 3.5" Standard Height

4.8 0.5mm

[0.19" 0.02"]

41.2 0.5mm

[1.62" 0.02"]

6-M3 (depth 2.5mm [0.10"] max.)

90.0 0.3mm [3.54" 0.01"]

60.0 0.3mm

[2.36" 0.01"]

21.0 0.3mm

[0.83" 0.01"]

7.4 0.6mm [0.29" 0.02"]

9.8 0.6 mm

[0.39" 0.02"]

8.3±0.5 mm (0.33±0.02 in)

155.0 0.5mm [6.10" 0.02"]

96.1 mm (3.78 in)

94.0 0.5mm [3.70" 0.02"]

101.6 0.5mm [4.00" 0.02"]

42.0 0.3mm

[1.65" 0.01"]

70.0 0.3mm [2.76" 0.01"]

31.0 0.3mm

[1.22" 0.01"]

For 5.25" Half Height

8.3±0.5 mm

(0.33±0.02 in)

146±0.5 mm

(5.75±0.02 in)

96.1 mm (3.78 in)

7.0mm

[0.28"]

79.2 0.3mm [3.12" 0.01"]

9.9 0.5mm

[0.39" 0.02"]

21.8 0.5mm

[0.86" 0.02"]

41.2 0.5mm

[1.62" 0.02"]

6-M3

79.2 0.3mm [3.12" 0.01"]

47.5 0.3mm

[1.87" 0.01"]

155.0 0.5mm [6.10" 0.02"]

42.0 0.3mm

[1.65" 0.01"]

70.0 0.3mm [2.76" 0.01"]

9.8 0.6 mm

[0.39" 0.02"]

7.4 0.6mm [0.29" 0.02"]

31.0 0.3mm [1.22" 0.01"]

94.0 0.5mm [3.70" 0.02"]

139.6 0.5mm [5.50" 0.02"]

146.0 0.5mm [5.75" 0.02"]

149.0 0.5mm [5.87" 0.02"]

4-M3

79.2 0.3mm [3.12" 0.01"]

47.5 0.3mm

[1.87" 0.01"]

Reconfiguring from 5.25" Model to 3.5" Model

You can reconfigure the 5.25" model to the 3.5" model yourself.

1 Remove the 2 screws for each side rail. 2 Take the side rail off.

Side Rail (L)

Side Rail (R)

Orientation

10°10

Attaching and Removing the Dust Cover

Attaching the Dust Cover

1 Align the dust cover’s hinge clips (one on each side) with the

pins of the drive bezel.

• The dust cover should be positioned so that the magnets* on the cover’s back face the drive bezel.

This magnet does not affect the tape of the cartridge.

• Holding the dust cover at an angle as shown in the figure below, set the hinge clips on top of the bezel pins, positioning them so that they bracket the pins.

2 Press down at an angle on each side in turn until you hear

the hinge clips click into place.

Caution

Do not press the dust cover in horizontally from the front. Doing so could cause the dust cover to break.

3 Close the dust cover.

This completes attachment of the dust cover.

Removing the Dust Cover

1 Open the dust cover. 2 Holding the dust cover at both corners, carefully raise the

dust cover.

The dust cover hinge clips and drive bezel pins uncouple.

Note

We recommend that you use the drive with the dust cover.

Operation

Location of 3 LEDs

There are three LED indications (TAPE MOTION LED, CLEANING REQUEST LED, REPLACE TAPE LED) and an EJECT button on the front panel of the unit.

Front Panel (for 3.5" Standard Height)

Advanced Intelligent Tape

TAPE

MOTION

CLEANING

REQUEST

REPLACE

TAPE

LED

EJECT button

LED Indication for Drive Status

The LED indicators are defined as follows.

LED

TAPE CLEANING REPLACE

MOTION REQUEST TAPE

Independent Independent Tape Loaded Independent Independent Tape Access in Progress (write/read)

Independent Independent Tape Access in Progress (others) Independent Independent Cleaning is requested Independent Independent Cleaning is Not Completed Independent Independent Media Error Occurred

H/W Error Occurred

Slow

1 pulse (0.9 sec on/0.3 sec off)

Fast

1 pulse (0.3 sec on/0.3 sec off)

Sense

Drive Operation

Loading a Cartridge

Note

While setting the data cartridge, do not turn off the host computer. This may cause a malfunction or damage data.

1 Turn on the host computer. Check that the drive’s TAPE

MOTION LED, CLEANING REQUEST LED and REPLACE TAPE LED go off.

2 Open the dust cover.

3 Set the AIT data cartridge orientation as shown here and

insert it into the data cartridge slot.

By inserting the data cartridge to the extent, it is automatically set in the drive and the TAPE MOTION LED lights.

Unloading a Cartridge

The cartridge can be removed from the SDX-570V and SDX-470V either in response to a ATAPI Unload Command, or by pressing the EJECT bottom.

By pressing EJECT button, the tape is rewound and the cartridge ejected from the slot.

Write-protecting a Cartridge

Cartridges can be write-protected by sliding the tab on the back of the cartridge. In this state, data can be read from the tape but not written onto it.

Using a Cleaning Cartridge

To keep the AIT drive in top condition, clean the head as needed using a cleaning cartridge with the AIT logo. When the head needs cleaning, the CLEANING REQUEST indicator lights.

How to Clean

1 Load the cleaning cartridge (SDX1-CL) into the AIT drive.

Cleaning starts automatically.

2 After about 15 seconds, cleaning will stop and the cartridge

will be ejected automatically.

Caution

Do not rewind the cleaning cartridge and reuse it. When you reach the end of the cartridge, dispose it and buy a new cleaning cartridge with the AIT logo.

Storage Precautions

• Keep cartridges in their cases when not in the drives.

• Avoid storing cartridges in dusty locations, in direct sunlight, near heaters or air conditioners, or in humid locations.

• Do not place cartridges on dashboards or in car storage trays.

Interface Implementation

Supported ATA Commands

– ATAPI SOFT RESET (0x08) – EXECUTE DRIVE DIAGNOSTIC (0x90) – ATAPI PACKET COMMAND (0xA0) – ATAPI IDENTIFY DEVICE (0xA1) – STANDBY IMMEDIATE (0xE0) – IDLE IMMEDIATE (0xE1) – CHECK POWER MODE (0xE5) – SLEEP (0xE6) – SET FEATURE (0xEF)

Supported ATAPI Packet Commands

Mandatory ATAPI command set: Supporting most of all SCSI commands in the AIT Tape Drive.

– ERASE – INQUIRY – LOAD/UNLOAD – LOCATE – LOG SELECT – LOG SENSE – MODE SELECT – MODE SENSE – READ – READ POSITION – REQUEST SENSE – REWIND – SPACE – TEST UNIT READY – WRITE – WRITE BUFFER – WRITE FILEMARK

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