Quantum 6326704V2R0 User Manual
ValueLoader™
DLT VS80/DLT VS160
Tape Autoloader
User Manual
6326704-02 A01
ValueLoader DLT VS80/DLT VS160 Tape Autoloader User Manual, 6326704-02 A01, February 2004
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Contents
Preface xi
Chapter 1 Installing the ValueLoader 1
Section Overview ............................................................................................... 1
Installation Overview........................................................................................2
Understanding ValueLoader Features............................................................ 2
Bar Code Reader ......................................................................................... 3
SCSI Requirements .....................................................................................3
Product Overview....................................................................................... 4
Choosing a Location ..........................................................................................6
Unpacking the ValueLoader ............................................................................7
Identifying ValueLoader Components........................................................... 8
Accessories................................................................................................... 8
Installing the ValueLoader into a Rack........................................................... 9
Connecting the SCSI and Power Cables ....................................................... 12
Preparing the Host and Verifying the Connection ..................................... 14
Installing the Device Drivers................................................................... 15
Chapter 2 Operating the ValueLoader 19
Section Overview ............................................................................................. 19
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Operator’s Panel Overview.............................................................................20
LED Indicators...........................................................................................22
Operator’s Panel Control Buttons...........................................................23
Understanding the Menu Structure...............................................................24
Using Cartridges...............................................................................................25
Importing Cartridges................................................................................25
Exporting Cartridges ................................................................................26
Loading Cartridges ...................................................................................27
Unloading Cartridges...............................................................................28
Write-Protecting Cartridges ....................................................................29
Maintaining Cartridges ............................................................................29
Cleaning the Tape Drive..................................................................................30
Creating an Inventory of Cartridges .............................................................32
Chapter 3 ValueLoader Administration 33
Section Overview..............................................................................................33
Configuring the ValueLoader.........................................................................33
Resetting the ValueLoader.......................................................................34
Changing the SCSI ID...............................................................................34
ValueLoader Operating Modes...............................................................36
Updating Firmware..........................................................................................38
Using SCSI..................................................................................................38
Running the ValueLoader System Test.........................................................39
Retrieving Information About the ValueLoader .........................................39
Cycle Count................................................................................................39
View Event Log .........................................................................................40
Firmware Revision....................................................................................40
Chapter 4 Diagnostics and Troubleshooting 43
Section Overview..............................................................................................43
Troubleshooting................................................................................................ 44
Installation Problems................................................................................44
Removing Stuck Cartridges............................................................................52
ValueLoader Error Codes ...............................................................................56
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Appendix A Technical Specifications 61
Physical Specifications .................................................................................... 61
Appendix B Customer Support 65
Information Needed for Support................................................................... 65
Backup Software Support ............................................................................... 66
Appendix C Regulatory Statements 67
UL and CUL Listing ........................................................................................ 67
CE Compliance................................................................................................. 67
Electromagnetic Compatibility............................................................... 67
Safety (Low Voltage Directive)............................................................... 68
FCC Compliance Statement............................................................................ 68
Industry Canada (Digital Apparatus)........................................................... 69
Manufacturer Declaration............................................................................... 69
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Figures
Figure 1 Front Panel Controls .................................................................... 4
Figure 2 Back Panel Overview ................................................................... 5
Figure 3 Accessories .................................................................................... 8
Figure 4 Rack Kit Components .................................................................. 9
Figure 5 Installing Mounting Brackets (Left Side Shown) ................... 10
Figure 6 Installing Rails on Rack (Left Side Shown)............................. 11
Figure 7 Sliding the ValueLoader into the Rack Slot, Securing
Mounting Bracket....................................................................... 12
Figure 8 Attaching SCSI and Power Cables...........................................13
Figure 9 Operator’s Panel—Drive Empty .............................................. 20
Figure 10 Operator’s Panel—Drive Loaded............................................. 21
Figure 11 Operator’s Panel Menu Structure ............................................ 24
Figure 12 Importing a Cartridge................................................................ 26
Figure 13 Exporting a Cartridge ................................................................ 27
Figure 14 Write-Protecting a Cartridge .................................................... 29
Figure 15 Removing Mounting Brackets (Left Side Shown) ................. 53
Figure 16 Pull Cartridge Release Lever .................................................... 54
Figure 17 Installing the Carrier.................................................................. 55
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Tables
Table 1 Location Criteria........................................................................... 6
Table 2 LEDs ............................................................................................. 22
Table 3 Control Buttons........................................................................... 23
Table 4 Troubleshooting......................................................................... 46
Table 5 Error Codes ................................................................................. 57
Table 6 Physical Specifications............................................................... 61
Table 7 ValueLoader Specifications....................................................... 62
Table 8 ValueLoader Environmental Specifications ........................... 62
Table 9 Tape Drive Specifications..........................................................63
Table 10 Media Specifications.................................................................. 64
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Preface
This chapter describes the ValueLoader User Manual’s audience,
purpose, organization, document conventions, and product safety.
Audience This user manual is designed and written for end users and field service
engineers.
Purpose The purpose of this manual is to provide end users with the following
information:
• ValueLoader™ DLT VS80/DLT VS160 description and specifications.
• ValueLoader installation and configuration
• Tape cartridge description and general overview
• ValueLoader operation
• Troubleshooting
• Customer-replaceable components
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Document
Organization
This manual is organized as follows:
• Chapter 1,
Installing the ValueLoader - This chapter describes
features, accessories, and installation tasks.
• Chapter 2,
Operating the ValueLoader - This chapter describes the
front panel menu structure, menu tree, and drive and tape
operations.
• Chapter 3,
ValueLoader Administration - This chapter describes how
to configure , upgrade firmware, and retrieve ValueLoader
information.
• Chapter 4,
Diagnostics and Troubleshooting - This chapter describes
how to identify and troubleshoot problems and resolve error
conditions.
• Appendix A,
Technical Specifications - This appendix describes
environmental, operational, drive, and media specifications.
• Appendix B,
Customer Support - This appendix lists information
required before calling for support.
• Appendix C,
Regulatory Statements - This appendix includes the
regulatory statements for this product.
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Notational
Conventions
This manual uses the following conventions to designate specific
elements:
Note: Notes emphasize important information related to the main
topic.
Caution: Cautions indicate potential hazards to equipment and are
included to prevent damage to equipment.
Warning: Warnings indicate potential hazards to personal safety
and are included to prevent injury.
SCSI-2
Specification
The SCSI-2 communications specification is the proposed American
National Standard for information systems, dated March 9, 1990. Copies
may be obtained from:
Global Engineering Documents
15 Inverness Way, East
Englewood, CO 80112
(800) 854-7179 or (303) 397-2740
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Contact Information
This section provides contact information for worldwide customer
support.
Quantum
To order documentation for the Quantum ValueLoader or other products
contact:
Quantum
Storage Systems
P.O. Box 57100
Irvine, CA 92619-7100
(949) 856-7800
(800) 284-5101
Technical Publications 0
To comment on existing documentation, send e-mail to:
doc-comments@quantum.com
Visit the Quantum home page at: 0
http://www.Quantum.com
Customer Support 0
0
For information on support, or to access our “Frequently Asked
Questions” database, visit our Web site at
www.Quantum.com. Open the
Support tab and select the appropriate section under Tape Libraries.
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