Freecom DLT VS-80, TapeWare DLT-VS80i, TapeWare DLT-VS80es Installation And Operation Manual
Freecom
TapeWare
DLT-VS80i, DLT-VS80es
Installation and Operations Guide
Version History
Version Date Revised Section Details
01 2001-2-02 Initial Preliminary Release
02 2001-2-06 Updated LED Sequence
03 2001-2-16
04 2001-4-05
05 2001-5-04 Edits per Jeff Faucet
06 2001-07-03
Updated External SCSI ID
Setting
Updated logo and product
name
Updated internal unit mounting
to include screw length
Section 2.4
Table of Contents
Chapter 1 Introduction....................................................................................................1-1
1.1 Chapter Overview...............................................................................................................1-1
1.2 c Drive Overview...............................................................................................................1-1
1.2.1 Fast Data Transfer......................................................................................................1-1
1.2.2 High Capacity..............................................................................................................1-2
1.2.3 Data Compaction.........................................................................................................1-2
1.2.4 Durable Media.............................................................................................................1-2
1.2.5 Compatibility................................................................................................................1-2
1.2.6 Firmware Update Capability........................................................................................1-2
1.2.7 Embedded Diagnostics................................................................................................1-2
1.3 Scope of This Guide...........................................................................................................1-2
Chapter 2 Installing Your DLT-VS80.............................................................................2-1
2.1 Chapter Overview...............................................................................................................2-1
2.2 Preparation.........................................................................................................................2-1
2.2.1 SCSI Requirements.....................................................................................................2-1
2.2.2 Before You Start..........................................................................................................2-1
2.3 Installing your DLT-VS80es Desktop Drive........................................................................ 2-2
2.3.1 Installation Overview...................................................................................................2-2
2.3.2 Unpacking your Drive and Selecting a Location........................................................... 2-2
2.3.2.1 Unpacking your Drive...........................................................................................2-3
2.3.2.2 Selecting a Location for your Drive.......................................................................2-3
2.3.3 Configuration............................................................................................................... 2-4
2.3.3.1 Setting the SCSI ID..............................................................................................2-4
2.3.3.2 When to Use Termination.....................................................................................2-5
2.3.4 Connecting the Cables................................................................................................2-5
2.4 Installing your DLT-VS80 Internal Drive.............................................................................2-8
2.4.1 Installation Overview...................................................................................................2-8
2.4.2 Unpacking your Drive..................................................................................................2-9
2.4.2.1 Unpacking your Drive...........................................................................................2-9
2.4.3 Configuration............................................................................................................... 2-9
2.4.3.1 Setting the SCSI ID..............................................................................................2-9
2.4.3.2 When to Use Termination...................................................................................2-10
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2.4.4 Installing your DLT-VS80 Internal Drive ................................................................... 2-12
2.5 Testing your DLT-VS80 Drive.......................................................................................... 2-17
2.5.1 Troubleshooting........................................................................................................ 2-17
Chapter 3 Using Your DLT-VS80...................................................................................3-1
3.1 Chapter Overview.............................................................................................................. 3-1
3.2 Front Panel Controls and Indicators................................................................................... 3-2
3.2.1 Key to Indicators.........................................................................................................3-2
3.2.1.1 Indicator Activity During Power-On Self -Test (POST)........................................... 3-2
3.2.1.2 Indicator Activity During Drive Operation .............................................................. 3-3
3.3 Using Cartridges................................................................................................................ 3-5
3.3.1 Loading a Cartridg e.....................................................................................................3-5
3.3.2 Unloading a Cartridge................................................................................................. 3-5
3.3.3 Cartridge Write-Protect Switch.................................................................................... 3-6
3.3.4 Caring for your Cartridges........................................................................................... 3-7
3.3.5 Using the Cleaning Cartridge...................................................................................... 3-8
Chapter 4 Updating Your Drive Firmware......................................................................4-1
4.1 Chapter Overview.............................................................................................................. 4-1
4.2 Firmware Update Overview................................................................................................4-1
4.3 Creating a Firmware Update Cartridge............................................................................... 4-2
4.3.1 UNIX Systems.............................................................................................................4-2
4.4 Updating the Firmware.......................................................................................................4-2
4.4.1 Firmware Upgrade Troubleshooting............................................................................ 4-3
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List of Tables
Table 1: Setting the SCSI ID Jumper Block.................................................................................2-10
Table 2: Drive Troubleshooting................................................................................................... 2-19
Table 3: Drive Status and Indicator Activity...................................................................................3-3
Table 4: Indicator Activity..............................................................................................................3-4
Table 5: Firwmare Upgrade Troubleshooting ................................................................................4-3
List of Figures
Figure 2-1: DLT-VS80esDesktop Drive Rear Panel Layout........................................................... 2-4
Figure 2-2: SCSI ID Switch...........................................................................................................2-4
Figure 2-3: Attach SCSI Cable to Server or Workstation or to Previous SCSI Device...................2-6
Figure 2-4: Attach Terminator if necessary, SCSI, and Power Cables to your Drive......................2-7
Figure 2-5: SCSI ID Jumper Block Location................................................................................2-10
Figure 2-6: Installing the Terminator............................................................................................2-11
Figure 2-7: SCSI Ribbon Cable with Terminator Built-in.............................................................. 2-12
Figure 2-8: Remove Server/Workstation Cover........................................................................... 2-13
Figure 2-9: Install Drive in an Open Drive Bay: Tower, 2U server shown .................................... 2-14
Figure 2-10: Attach SCSI and Power Cables to your DLT-VS80 Internal Drive .......................... 2-15
Figure 2-11: Secure DLT-VS80 Internal Drive in Installation Bay...............................................2-16
Figure 3-1: DLT-VS80 Front Panel.............................................................................................. .3-2
Figure 3-2: Loading a DLTtape™IV Cartridge...............................................................................3-5
Figure 3-3: Unloading a DLTtape™IV Cartridge............................................................................3-6
Figure 3-4: DLTtape™IV Cartridge Write-Protect Switch ............................................................... 3-6
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1.1 Chapter Overview
Chapter 1
Introduction
This chapter introduces your DLT-VS80 I nt ernal Drive, DLT-VS80esDesktop Drive, and this
Installation and Operations Guide
.
1.2 DLT-VS80 Drive Overv i ew
Your DLT-VS80 is a value-priced, high-performance, high-capacity streaming cartridge tape
drive designed for use on entry to mid-range computing platforms. With a combination of
data compression and compaction, your DLT-VS80 offers a formatted, native cartridge
capacity of 40 GB (80 GB assuming a 2:1 compression ratio) and a sustained user data
transfer rate of 3 MB/s (up to 6 MB/s with 2:1 compression). The capacity you realize in
practice depends on the data set, which affects the actual compression ratio.
Your DLT-VS80 is built on a 5-¼ inch, half- height form-factor, using a ½-inch tape. Its
design includes a dual-channel read/write head, Lempel-Ziv (DLZ) high-efficiency data
compression, and tape-mark directory to achieve the fastest data throughput and data
access times.
1.2.1 Fast Data Transfer
Whether you use your DLT- VS80 for unattended backups or archiving, the data transfer
rate your drive achieves is higher than many competing products . Your DLT-VS80’s native
(uncompressed) data transfer r at e is 3.0 MB/s. With 2:1 data compression, the data transfer
rate increases to as much as 6.0 MB/s.
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1.2.2 High Capacity
Your DLT-VS80 uses DLTtape™IV cartr idges, which offer 40 GB of native storage or up to
80 GB of compressed data using Benchmar k Storage Innovations’ enhanced format.
The data set determines the actual data com pr ession r ate, which may vary from 2:1.
1.2.3 Data Compaction
Your DLT-VS80 includes a data compaction feat ure that helps it store data efficiently. A
read/write buffer of up to 2 MB provides wor king space for the compaction feature, allowing
you to get the most of the available tape space.
1.2.4 Durable Media
The tape media is designed to endure 1,000,000 passes and has a shelf life of 30 years,
providing superior media durability and data reliability.
1.2.5 Compatibility
Your DLT-VS80 is read-compatible with the DLT4000 format using DLTtape™IV cartridges.
For current informat ion on oper at ing system, application, and driver compatibility, visit:
www.4benchmark.com/support/compat.cfm
www.4benchmark.com/support/drivers.cfm
1.2.6 Firmware Update Capability
Your DLT-VS80 includes Flash EEPROM technology that makes on-site firmware
(microcode) updates from t ape or SCSI bus fast and easy.
1.2.7 Embedded Diagnostics
Your DLT-VS80 has embedded diagnostic software that indicates diagnostic results and
drive operating status and even tells you when head cleaning is needed. The drive also has
embedded error logging t o help you diagnose any problem s.
1.3 Scope of This Guide
This
Installation and Operations Guide
install and use your DLT-VS80 Internal Drive or DLT - VS80esDesktop Drive.
is intended to provide all the information you need to
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Chapter 2
Installing Your
DLT-VS80
2.1 Chapter Overview
This chapter explains how to configure and install your DLT - VS80esDesktop Drive or DLTVS80 Internal Drive. Configur ation and installation are not difficult and require only that you
follow the steps and instructions presented in this chapt er .
2.2 Preparation
This section helps you prepare to install your DLT-VS80esDesktop Drive or DLT-VS80
Internal Drive.
2.2.1 SCSI Requirements
Your DLT-VS80 (desktop and internal) requires a wide, SCSI-2, Low-Voltage Different ial
(LVD) or Single-Ended (SE) SCSI bus. Make sur e your SCSI host adapter or controller
supports these standards. If you connect your DLT-VS80 to an SE SCSI bus, the drive’s
performance is limited to t he m aximum dat a t ransfer speed of the SE bus.
is not compatible with a standard diff e r ent ial or High-Voltage Differential (HVD) SCSI bus.
Your DLT-VS80 is compatible with a narrow (50-pin) SCSI bus using a cust om er -supplied
68-pin to 50-pin adapter that term inat es t he unused 18 pins. These adapters are sometimes
labeled
high-byte termination
.
Your DLT-VS80
2.2.2 Before You Start
Installing your DLT-VS80esDeskt op Dr ive requires no special tools. You will need a ballpoint
pen to change the SCSI ID switch on the rear panel of the drive. Installing your DLT-VS80
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Internal Drive requires only the usual tools needed to inst all an internal drive in the computer
you have chosen to house the DLT-VS80.
If you are installing a DLT-VS80esInternal Drive, refer to page 2-8 for instr uctions.
2.3 Installing your DLT-VS80es Desktop Drive
This section contains step-by-step instructions for installing your DLT-VS80esDesktop Drive.
2.3.1 Installation Overview
Installing your DLT-VS80esDesktop Drive is fast and easy when you follow the instructions
in this section in the order presented. Installing your DLT-VS80esDesktop Drive consists of
the following steps, covered in the next few sections:
1. Unpack and check your drive for shipping damage.
2. Select a location near the server or workstation that is to be the host for your DLTVS80esDesktop Drive.
3. Set the SCSI ID for your DLT-VS80esDesktop Drive, if necessary.
4. Shut down and turn off the server or workstation that is to host your DLTVS80esDesktop Drive. Remove the power cable from the selected server or workstation.
Turn off and remove the power cables from all devices attached to the selected server or
workstation.
5. Install an LVD/SE SCSI host adapter in the server or workstation that is to be the host
for your drive, if necessary.
6. Attach the SCSI cable to your DLT-VS80esDesktop Drive and SCSI host adapter.
7. Install the terminator on your DLT-VS80esDesktop Drive if it is the last or only device on
the SCSI bus.
8. Attach the power cable to your DLT-VS80esDesktop Drive, server or work station, and all
attached devices, plug in the power cable to the nearest power outlet, and t ur n on all
devices.
9. Check your DLT-VS80esDesktop Drive to make sure it is working properly.
2.3.2 Unpacking your Drive and Selecting a Location
Before you begin, clear a desk or t able so that you can unpack your DLT-VS80esDesktop
Drive. You also need to select a location near the server or workstat ion t hat is to host your
drive.
Note: If the room in which you are working differs from the temperature at which your DLTVS80esDesktop Drive was shipped or stored by 30° F (15° C) or more, let t he dr ive
acclimate to the surrounding environment for at least 12 hours before opening the shipping
carton.
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2.3.2.1 Unpacking your Drive
Before you do anything else, unpack and inspect your DLT - VS80esDesktop Drive for
shipping damage. To do a thorough job, follow these steps:
1. Inspect t he shipping box for damage. If you notice any damage, report it t o the shipping
company immediately.
2. Open the shipping box and remove the accessories package. Open the accessories
package so that the accessories are handy during inst allation.
3. With the drive still in the shipping box, reach under and around the drive, carefully lift it
out of the shipping box, and place it on the work sur face, top facing up. Do not stand the
drive on either end.
4. Carefully remove the remove the drive from the protective bag.
Note: Save the packing materials in case you need to move or ship your drive in the future.
You must ship your DLT-VS80esDesktop Drive in the or iginal or equivalent packing
materials to preserve your warranty.
2.3.2.2 Selecting a Location for your Drive
Select a location for your DLT-VS80esDesk top Drive that is flat, sturdy, level, and close to
the host server or workstation. A desk or table-top is most suitable. Regardless of the
location you choose for your DLT-VS80esDesktop Drive, m ake sure the environment is free
from dust and excessive temperature and humidit y. See t he DLT-VS80 Product
Specification manual for acceptable oper at ing temperature and humidity limits.
Be sure to follow these additional guidelines when selecting a location for your DLTVS80esDesktop Drive:
• Allow at least 6 inches (15.2 cm) behind the drive for proper cooling.
• Avoid locations near printers or photocopy machines, both of which produce paper fiber
and other types of dust and airborne contaminant s.
• Do not place your drive on the floor.
• Avoid locations near generators, electric motor s , audio speakers, or other sources of
magnetic fields. Magnetic fields can adversely affect your drive and media.
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