DDS-4/DAT 72 User’s Guide, 81-81396-01 A01, November 2005. Made in USA.
DAT 72 SCSI Internal Tape Drive (part number CD72LWH)
DAT 72 SCSI External Tape Drive (part number CD72LWE)
DAT 72 SATA Internal Tape Drive (part number CD72SH)
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Related DocumentsThe following documentation is related to the tape drive:
Document No.Document TitleDocument Description
Preface
81-81537-xxDDS-4/DAT 72 Quick
Start Guide
Refer to the appropriate product manuals for information about your
tape drive and cartridges.
SCSI-2 Specification0
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
ContactsQuantum company contacts are listed below.
Quantum Corporate Headquarters
Provides “quick” instructions
on how to install and run the
tape drive
0
To order documentation on this or other Quantum products, contact:
This chapter provides quick-start instructions for getting the internal or
external tape drives up and running in the shortest possible time.
Topics in this chapter are:
• Product Overview
• Tape Drive Components
• Installing the Internal Tape Drive
• Installing the External Tape Drive
Note:If you prefer more detailed instructions, see chapter 3
internal drive installation instructions or chapter 4
drive installation instructions.
for
for external
Product Overview1
You have purchased the finest, most reliable digital data storage (DDS)
drive available. As the industry leader, Quantum has once again
revolutionized storage with the Model DDS-4 and Model DAT 72 drives.
The DAT 72 and DDS-4 drives represent a commitment to engineering
reliable and durable tape drive products that implement leading-edge
technology.
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Figure 1 Drives Covered in
This User’s Guide
Chapter 1 Quick Start Installation
Product Overview
Designed for computer environments that require high-performance,
high-capacity data storage, the DDS-4 and DAT 72 drives are based on a
3.5-inch mechanism and available as external and internal tape drives
(see
figure 1). The drives combine established Digital Audio Tape (DAT)
technology, high-density recording, and hardware data-compression
capabilities with Quantum’s proven computer-grade design to provide
unmatched reliability and performance characteristics among DDS
products.
Internal Drive
External Drive
FeaturesThe following list summarizes the key features of the DDS-4 and DAT 72
drives.
•Compatibility
•DDS-4: Supports DDS-2, DDS-3, and DDS-4 recording formats.
• 3.5-inch internal form-factor for installation in a 3.5-inch half-height
space
• 3.5-inch half-height drive factory-installed with 5.25-inch mounting
rails and bezel for installation in a 5.25-inch half-height space
• External subsystem with built-in, auto-sensing, worldwide power
supply
• Serial ATA (SATA) 2.0 connection
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Chapter 1 Quick Start Installation
Product Overview
•3.5-inch internal form-factor for installation in a 3.5-inch half-
height space
•3.5-inch half-height drive factory-installed with 5.25-inch
mounting rails and bezel for installation in a 5.25-inch half-height
space
• Support for various native data-storage capacities (see table 1
• High-speed transfer rates for fast backups (see table 1
)
)
• Advanced onboard DDS-DC hardware using Lempel-Ziv (DCLZ)
data-compression, doubling the drive’s uncompressed capacity (e.g.,
a 20 GB uncompressed drive can be 40 GB with compression) (see
table 1
).
• High-performance SCSI burst transfer rates
• Three levels of error-correction code (ECC) and four-head design for
read-after-write (RAW) error detection and correction
(noncorrectable error rate of less than 1 in 10
15
bits)
• “Flying” preamplifier for greater signal-to-noise ratio
• Flash memory to store setup parameters and enable field firmware
upgrades
• Automatic power-on self-test
• State-of-the-art sealed drive mechanism and tape handling
components for improved immunity to airborne contaminants and
extended media life
ApplicationsThe DAT 72 and DDS-4 drives are ideal for workstation, server, and
network/enterprise applications. These applications include, but are not
limited to:
• Backup of high-capacity fixed discs
• Data interchange between systems
• Network servers
• Online data collection
• Near-line secondary storage for all types of text, graphics, or
multimedia information
• Archival storage
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Capacity and Transfer
Rates
Table 1 DDS-4 and DAT 72
Capacity and Transfer Rates
Chapter 1 Quick Start Installation
Tape Drive Components
CharacteristicsDDS-2*DDS-3DDS-4
Tape Length (meters)120125150170
DDS 5th
Generation**
Native Capacity
4122036
(Gbytes)
Compressed Capacity
8244072
(Gbytes)
Native Transfer Rate
1.3752.752.753.5
(Mbytes/sec)
*Applies to DDS-4 drives only
**Applies to DAT 72 drives only
Tape Drive Components1
Figure 2 illustrates the major components of the tape drives.
Figure 2 Front Panel
Components
Clean
LED
(green)
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Media
LED
(green)
Drive
LED
(amber)
Eject
button
Chapter 1 Quick Start Installation
Installing the Internal Tape Drive
Installing the Internal Tape Drive1
Use the following procedure to install the internal tape drive (either SCSI
or SATA interface). Print this page and check each step as you complete
it. If you need more information about a step, turn to the section
referenced in the step.
1 Unpack the contents of your drive package, and check for missing or
damaged items.
2 Identify any other items you need to perform this installation (see
What Else You Need
3 Collect the tools you will need to perform the installation (see
Collecting the Necessary Tools
4 Observe Electrostatic precautions when handling the internal tape
drive (see Avoiding Electrostatic Damage
5 For SCSI drives only — Review the drive’s default settings and
change them if necessary:
on page 10).
on page 12).
on page 10).
•SCSI ID: 6
•Parity Checking: Enabled
•Terminator Power: Disabled
•Data Compression: Enabled
•Media Recognition (DDS-4 drives only): Enabled
•Power-On Self-Test: Enabled
•Host Operating System: Windows 98/Me/XP/NT/2000/2003
Server
•For SCSI drives only — SCSI Interface Compatibility (DDS-4
drives only): Wide SCSI
•Vendor ID: SEAGATE DAT
6 Turn off your computer, remove its covers and power cable.
Depending on your drive, select a 3.5-inch or 5.25-inch bay.
7 Mount the drive into the bay and secure using the supplied screws.
8 For SCSI drives only —
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Chapter 1 Quick Start Installation
Installing the External Tape Drive
•Connect one end of the SCSI interface cable to the host SCSI
controller.
•Connect the other end of the cable to the back of the internal tape
drive. Ensure the drive is terminated if it is not the last drive on
the bus.
•Connect the power cable to the drive.
9 For SATA drives only —
•Connect one end of the SATA data cable to the SATA data
connector on the drive.
•Connect the other end of the SATA data cable to the SATA data
connector on the SATA card or mainboard SATA connector.
•Connect one end of the SATA power supply conversion adapter
cable to the computer power connector.
•Connect the other end of the adapter cable to the drive.
10 Replace the computer covers and power cable, turn on the computer,
and verify that the internal tape drive is operating properly by
performing a trial backup.
11 Register your tape drive.
Installing the External Tape Drive1
Use the following procedure to install the external tape drive (SCSI drives
only). Print this page and check each step as you complete it. If you need
more information about a step, turn to the section referenced in the step.
1 Unpack the contents of your drive package, and check for missing or
damaged items.
2 Identify any other items you need to perform this installation (see
What Else You Need
3 Review the drive’s default settings and change them if necessary:
•SCSI ID: 6
•Parity Checking: Enabled
•Terminator Power: Supplied to the SCSI bus
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on page 10).
Chapter 1 Quick Start Installation
Installing the External Tape Drive
•Data Compression: Enabled
•Media Recognition (DDS-4 drives only): Enabled
•Power-On Self-Test: Enabled
•Host Operating System: Windows 98/Me/XP/NT/2000/2003
4 Connect a SCSI interface cable to the drive.
5 Check the SCSI termination.
6 If the tape drive is the last device in the bus, it should be terminated.
7 Turn on the external tape drive, turn on the computer, and verify that
the tape drive is operating properly by performing a trial backup.
8 Register your tape drive.
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Chapter 2
2Installing Internal Tape Drives
This chapter describes how to install internal DDS-4 and DAT 72 drives.
Before you unpack the contents of your drive package, inspect the
shipping containers for damage. If you spot damage to the container,
notify your carrier immediately.
When you unpack the package, compare the items received with those on
the packing list. If any item is missing or damaged, please contact your
place of purchase immediately.
Note:internal tape drives come in two mounting configurations,
one for 3.5-inch half-height bays and one for 5.25-inch halfheight bays. These two drives are identical, except that the
drive designed for 5.25-inch installations has mounting
brackets on each side of the drive and a different front bezel.
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Chapter 2 Installing Internal Tape Drives
What Else You Need
What Else You Need2
In addition to the contents included with your internal tape drive, you
need the following items to install your internal tape drive.
• For SCSI drives only —
•A SCSI host bus adapter that is properly installed and configured
in a host computer
•A SCSI ribbon cable
•For SATA drives only —
•A SATA host bus adapter that is properly installed and
configured
• A 3.5-inch or 5.25-inch half-height bay
• Backup application software that supports the internal tape drive.
For a list of the latest backup software applications tested with the
internal DDS-4 and DAT 72 tape drives, please visit our Web site at
Your internal tape drive has very sensitive components that are prone to
damage from electrostatic discharge (ESD). Use extreme care when
handling the drive, as it can be damaged by ESD.
Before handling the drive, read the ESD instructions that follow to
prevent damage to the drive.
• Wear an ESD-preventive grounding wrist strap or observe similar
ESD precautions when working with the drive. Be sure the wrist
strap makes good skin contact. Do not remove the wrist strap until
you finish working with the drive.
• Before you remove the drive from the antistatic bag, touch a metal or
grounded surface to discharge any static electricity buildup from
your body.
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Chapter 2 Installing Internal Tape Drives
Installation Summary
• Avoid contact between the drive, other equipment, and clothing. The
wrist strap only protects the equipment from ESD voltages on the
body; ESD voltages on clothing can still cause damage.
• When the drive is not being used, keep it in its antistatic bag.
• Hold the drive by its edges only. Avoid touching any exposed parts
on the printed circuit board.
• Always place the drive on top of or inside the antistatic bag to reduce
the chance of ESD damage.
Installation Summary2
The following steps summarize the installation procedure for your
internal tape drive.
1 Gather the Necessary Tools (see Collecting the Necessary Tools
2 Review the Drive’s Default Settings
3 Record Your Drive’s Information
4 Access the Inside of the Computer
5 Mount the Drive into the Computer Mounting Bay
6 Attach a SCSI Interface Cable
7 Attach a Power Cable
8 Complete and Verify Your Installation
).
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Chapter 2 Installing Internal Tape Drives
Collecting the Necessary Tools
Collecting the Necessary Tools2
Before proceeding with the installation, gather the tools you will need to
install the internal tape drive into the computer mounting bay. The
following list identifies some of the tools you will need. You may need
additional items, depending on your installation requirements.
• PHILLIPS screwdriver
• Flatblade screwdriver, if your computer uses flathead screws
• TORX screwdriver, if your computer uses TORX screws
• Computer documentation, which you can refer to during the
installation
Reviewing Drive Default Settings2
Your internal tape drive comes with various default settings. These
settings are configured using jumpers and switches.
• The jumpers are located on the back of the drive, between the SCSI
interface and power connectors
• The switches are located on the underside of the drive. If you change
a switch setting, you must turn the power to the drive off and then on
to have the new setting take effect.
You may need to change these settings to suit your requirements. Review
the default settings in table 2
requirements or need to be changed.
Note:These jumper pin and switch settings are for the SCSI drive
only.
• If you do not need to change these default settings, proceed to
Accessing the Inside of Your Computer
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to determine whether they suit your
on page 24.
Table 2 For SCSI Drives
Only — Internal Tape Drive
Default Settings
Chapter 2 Installing Internal Tape Drives
Reviewing Drive Default Settings
Jumper Pins/
ParameterDefault Setting
Switches
SCSI ID6Jumper pins 3-4, 5-6
Parity checkingEnabledJumper pins 9-10
Terminator powerDisabledJumper pins 11-12
Data compressionEnabledSwitches 1 and 2
Media Recognition
EnabledSwitch 3 ON
System Checking
(DDS-4 drives only)
Power-On Self-Test
EnabledSwitch 4 ON
diagnostic
Host operating systemMicrosoft
Switches 5-8 ON
Windows 98/Me/
XP/NT/2000/
2003 Server
SCSI interface
compatibility
Wide SCSI (LVD
and SE)
Switches 9
(DDS-4 drives only)
Vendor IDSEAGATE DATSwitch 10
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