Spectra Logic NAStape 100, NAStape 200 User Manual

NAStape User Guide

Spectra Logic

P.N. 90930054 Revision A

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Warnings and Cautions

AC Power

Warning: Risk of electrical shock. To remove AC power from the NAStape

unit, unplug the power cord from the power inlet. There are no user serviceable parts within the unit.

High Voltage

Warning: The NAStape unit contains high-voltage components that can

cause injury or death. Only qualified electricians should replace or install high-voltage components.

Notices

Tapes

Caution: Use only the data cartridges approved for use with the drive

installed in the NAStape unit. Improper data cartridges can cause damage to the NAStape, drive, and tape cartridges.

Contents

Notices . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2

How to Contact Spectra Logic Corporation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2

License . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3

Warnings and Cautions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4

Chapter 1. Introduction 9

About NAStape . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9

Flexible Connectivity . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9

About This Guide . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12

Chapter 2. Installing NAStape 13

Preparing for Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13

Unpacking the NAStape . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14

Connecting the NAStape . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16

Chapter 3. Using the HTTP Interface 17

Connecting to the HTTP Interface . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17

Status . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19

Configuration . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21

Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27

Security . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28

Logout . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28

Contents

Chapter 4. Using the Serial Port Interface 29

Serial Port Connection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29

Password Configuration . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32

Ethernet Configuration . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33

iSCSI . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35

NDMP Setup . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37

Enabling Options . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39

Jumbo Frames . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40

NDMP Backup Application Notes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42

Chapter 5. Using the NAStape 43

Powering On and Off . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 43

Checking Connection Status . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 43

Upgrading Firmware . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 44

Purchasing Media and Cleaning Cartridges . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 44

Chapter 6. NAStape 100 Tape Drives and Media 45

AIT Tape Drives . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 45

Chapter 7. NAStape 200 Tape Drives and Media 51

HP Ultrium Generation 1 Tape Drives . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 52

IBM Ultrium Generation 2 Tape Drives . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 56

Quantum SDLT 320 Tape Drives . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 62

Chapter 8. Warranty and Repair 67

Limited Warranty . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 67

Contacting Spectra Logic . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 70

Appendix A. Specifications 71

NAStape Power Requirements . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 71

NAStape Safety Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 72

NAStape Environmental Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 73

Sony AIT Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 74

HP LTO Ultrium Generation 1 Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 75

IBM LTO Ultrium Generation 2 Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 76

Quantum SDLT 320 Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 77

Appendix B. Regulatory and Safety Notices 79

Safety Agency Standards . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 79

FCC Notice . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 79

Japan VCCI-A . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 80

EU Declaration of Conformity . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 81

Index 83

1 Introduction

About NAStape®

The NAStape provides an interconnection that is easy to install, configure, and use. Designed specifically for the needs of network-attached storage (NAS) environments, the NAStape brings Ethernet (iSCSI) and NDMP connectivity to legacy SCSI tape drive devices. It provides serial and Ethernet in-band management ports, and an easy-to-use Web-based configuration utility. The NAStape 100 and NAStape 200 support only single-ended or LVD SCSI tape drives.

Note: Neither NAStape 100 nor NAStape 200 will support high-voltage

differential (HVD) tape drives.

The NAStape 100 supports a single Sony AIT-2 drive or Sony AIT-3 drive, and the NAStape 200 supports a single Quantum SDLT 320, HP LTO Ultrium, or IBM LTO-2 tape drive. Both the NAStape 100 and NAStape 200 provide the interconnectivity required in today’s NAS environments.

Flexible Connectivity

Spectra Logic’s flexible connectivity uses an innovative approach to sharing tape backup resources among hosts. It enables the NAStape to be connected to a storage network using one of several protocols, including Network Data Management Protocol (NDMP) and Internet SCSI (iSCSI).

The NAStape comes with a Gigabit Ethernet interface. It supports 10BaseT, 100BaseT, and 1000BaseT network connectivity, and comes with iSCSI enabled (or you can purchase the NDMP option).

The NAStape incorporates an in-band HTTP-based application for device configuration and management.

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iSCSI

The iSCSI standard, as ratified by the Internet Engineering Task Force (IETF) in February 2003, provides a guideline for supporting the various capabilities of the iSCSI protocol. There are features that are specified by the governing organization to be mandatory and other features that can be optional. Spectra Logic supports all required features of the iSCSI specification for target devices.

Note: The required features for iSCSI could be changed by the iSCSI

governing organization.

NDMP

NDMP is an option that can be purchased and enabled for the i1000 (see the NDMP product directory at www.ndmp.org/products/index.shtml applications and NAS devices). The i1000 supports Version 2 and Version 3 of NDMP (see www.ndmp.org

for more information about NDMP protocol versions).

for supported backup

Sharing Tape Devices

Both iSCSI and NDMP allow a set of tape resources to be shared between multiple hosts.

Caution: Care must be taken to ensure that multiple requests are not

being sent to the same tape drive at the same time.

With NDMP, there is typically a backup application server that manages access to the tape drives. Even though multiple NAS devices can access the tape device, these requests are routed through a single backup server that is responsible for managing access to the drives. As long as the devices and NAS clients are configured properly in the software, resource contention is eliminated. Access to NDMP functionality is also password protected—any host wishing to utilize the NAStape must authenticate themselves with the correct username and password (set up in the backup software).

With iSCSI, there may be many backup applications on many hosts, all responsible for managing their own access to the tape drives, and as the NAStape looks like a locally attached resource to each configured host, each host has no idea that other hosts also have access.

There are several ways to manage resource contention with iSCSI. First, the NAStape drive will only be visible to hosts where the individual devices are installed. Next, devices that are shared among multiple servers can be locked during use by a backup

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application utilizing the SCSI Reserve and Release commands. When a device has been locked, no other host can gain access to the drive until it is unlocked.

In any case, if multiple hosts will be accessing the NAStape, some access management scheme must be implemented to prevent stored data written by one host from being overwritten by another. Check with your software application for this compatibility.

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About This Guide

This guide is written for NAStape owners, and reviews NAStape installation and use.

Conventions Used

This guide uses special conventions to highlight notes, cautions, and warnings.

Note: Read Notes for additional information or suggestions about the

topic or procedure being discussed.

Caution: Read Cautions to learn ways to avoid damaging NAStape, tape

drives or other equipment.

Warning: Read Warnings to learn ways to avoid personal injury.

Equipment Markings

CE Listed Equipment

This symbol advises the operator that the marked equipment has been rated as a CE approved appliance.

2 Installing NAStape

This chapter covers the following information:

• Preparing for Installation

• Unpacking the NAStape

• Connecting the NAStape

Preparing for Installation

Before you install a NAStape unit, complete these steps:

• Identify the host that is to be associated with the unit, and its operating system.

• Determine how the NAStape is to be used with your backup software.

• If you will be using the Web-based configuration and management tools, you may need to obtain an available IP address for the NAStape. NAStape comes with DHCP and WINS enabled, however you will need to manually configure the IP address if there is no DHCP server on the local network segment.

Proper Installation Environment

When planning the NAStape installation, note that the unit, the drive, and media must be maintained in a controlled environment. Environmental extremes and large quantities of airborne particulates can cause erratic operation of any peripheral, including the NAStape unit. See Appendix A. Specifications for information on NAStape operating specifications and tape drive operating specifications.

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Unpacking the NAStape

Before unpacking the NAStape, note that it is shipped with the following items:

• Quick Setup Guide

• CD-ROM, including firmware and User Guide (this guide)

• One media cartridge and one cleaning cartridge (only for the NAStape 200 configured with and SDLT 320 drive)

•AC power cord

• Serial cable

Note: There is no Ethernet cable included.

Removing the NAStape from Its Packaging

To unpack the NAStape from its box, follow these steps.

1. Remove the NAStape unit and its foam protectors from the box (Figure 2-1).

Figure 2-1 The NAStape with its foam supports inside the box.

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2. Set the protected NAStape on a clean, stable work surface (Figure 2-2).

Figure 2-2 The NAStape in its foam supports.

3. Remove the foam from each end of the NAStape, one end at a time.

Caution: Be sure to support the first end before removing the foam from

the second end.

Figure 2-3 Remove the foam from the NAStape.

4. Move the NAStape to the installation site when you are ready to connect it.

Note: Keep NAStape’s packing materials in a safe place for moving or

shipping the NAStape in the future. Any damage caused to NAStape due to improper packaging may void its warranty.

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Connecting the NAStape

Follow these instructions to connect the NAStape unit.

1. Plug in the power cord.

2. Turn on the NAStape unit.

Note: The NAStape will make a high-pitched noise upon start up. This is

normal behavior for the low-voltage sensor in the unit.

There are two interfaces available to configure and set up your options: HTTP and serial port. Select the appropriate method based on your environment.

DHCP Environment To use the HTTP configuration application, proceed to Chapter 3.

Using the HTTP Interface.

Static IP Environment To use the serial port interface, or if you’re unable to use the

HTTP interface, proceed to Chapter 4. Using the Serial Port Interface.

3 Using the HTTP Interface

This chapter describes how to configure your NAStape using an HTTP interface. This includes Connecting to the HTTP Interface, as well as using the following screens within the interface:

• Status

• Configuration

• Maintenance

• Security

• Logout

Connecting to the HTTP Interface

Note: The Ethernet port is assigned a default hostname of

SL<serial number>-0, where <serial number> is the serial number of the NAStape (located on the rear panel of the NAStape). This hostname may be changed to avoid duplicate hostnames.

Note: If you are having trouble bringing up the Web page with Internet

Explorer, be sure to check your HTTP proxy settings. To change your settings:

i. Go to Tools > Internet Options > Connections > LAN Settings >

Advanced.

ii. Add the IP address or hostname of the NAStape to the

Exceptions list.

1. Connect the NAStape to your network; DHCP can assign the IP address, subnet

mask, iSNS, gateway information, and WINS if configured to do so.

If the DHCP service is only supplying the IP address, you can fill in the rest of the information through the HTTP or serial interface.

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2. Once a network connection is established, open an internet browser and enter

the IP address or hostname for the NAStape.

3. The following page will open:

Figure 3-1 The Login screen.

4. Enter the default User of SU and select Enter. Do not enter any password.

If this is the first time using your NAStape, the default super user setting is username SU with no password.

How to Proceed

If you would like to view the NAStape status, go to Status on page 19.

If you would like to enable NDMP, go to Options on page 21.

If you would like to configure NAStape protocols, go to Protocols on page 24.

If you would like to add or edit users, go to Security on page 28.

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Status

The General Status screen will be the first screen to display after you have logged in.

Host name

Click to log out

Current

user

Figure 3-2 The General Status screen.

Use the tabs on the left to navigate sections; use the large icons to navigate screens within that section.

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General Status

The General Status screen details information on the following:

Controller

This section of the screen details information specific to the NAStape controller.

Firmware Version Identifies the current controller firmware version and the date it was

built.

Ethernet Port Identifies the Hostname, the IP address and the Ethernet port speed. Click

on Ethernet Port to configure. For more information on configuring the ethernet interface, go to Ethernet on page 22.

Tape Drive

This section of the screen identifies the tape drive type, the current tape drive firmware version, and the tape drive serial number.

Device

This section details information about the NAStape and its drive.

Note: You cannot configure from this screen; it is informational only.

Controller

This section details information about the NAStape interface.

Note: You cannot configure from this screen; it is informational only.

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Configuration

Options

The Options screen offers choices for enabling and configuring the NAStape’s available options.

Figure 3-3 The Options screen.

Options Enablement

This section identifies the hardware ID that you will need to be able to receive an option key. Once you have an option key, you can enter it in this section. Enter the number and select Add Key. You can enable iSCSI and NDMP using this screen.

Caution: Do not enter or save invalid activation keys. This could disable

existing options.

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Options Configuration

This section lists the available licensed options and options not yet licensed. You can select which licensed option you would like enabled here. Once you have made your selection, select Change.

Not Licensed This option is not available until purchased and activated with a key code.

Licensed/Disabled The option has been purchased but is currently inactive.

Licensed/Enabled The option is currently licensed and active.

Note: Ethernet storage devices may have only one protocol active at any

given time. Enabling one Ethernet protocol will automatically disable all other Ethernet protocols that are currently licensed.

Interface

You can configure the Ethernet interface using this screen.

Ethernet

Figure 3-4 Ethernet Port Setup screen.

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The Ethernet Port Setup screen allows you to configure the Hostname, IP Address, IP Subnet Mask, and Gateway for your Ethernet interface. You can also enable DHCP and WINS in this screen. Select Change to have the configuration saved.

Hostname: The name for the IP interface. This is used by DHCP, DNS, and other

communications for name resolution. The hostname should be less than 12 characters to support DHCP and DNS naming conventions.

IP Address: Static IP address. This field is not available while in DHCP mode.

IP Subnet Mask: IP network mask (standard IP parameter).

Gateway: Gateway address (standard IP parameter).

Enable DHCP: Select to enable DHCP. If DHCP is disabled, you must provide a static IP

address.

Note: If DHCP is used, the IP address should never expire. The DHCP

servers should be configured to supply an IP address that will never change.

Enable WINS: Select to enable WINS.

WINS Primary: IP address for the primary WINS server.

Change: Select Change to save parameters.

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Protocols

The Protocols screen will display the protocol page for whichever type of licensed protocol you have enabled (iSCSI, or NDMP).

iSCSI

Figure 3-5 The Protocols screen for iSCSI.

The following parameters should be configured to match the capabilities of the iSCSI initiators that are connecting to the NAStape. Select Change iSCSI and iSNS to save the information.

iSCSI Access Control

iSCSI Port The default iSCSI listen port number is 3260. This is the IANA assigned port

for iSCSI and should not be modified under normal conditions.

Authentication Select None if you do not wish to have an authentication method enabled.

Select Challenge Handshake Authentication Protocol (CHAP) authentication which uses MD5 encrypted passwords and usernames.

Header and Data Digest Select None if you do not wish to have a header or data digest.

Cyclic Redundancy Check 32 (CRC-32) detects data transmission errors.

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Note: Enabling CRC will have an impact on performance.

Protocol User Name Set a User Name for iSCSI.

Password Set a Password for iSCSI.

iSNS

iSNS Enabled Check this box to enable iSNS. When iSNS is enabled it is necessary to

specify the IP address of the iSNS server.

iSNS IP Address Enter the IP address of the iSNS server. This must be a valid server IP

whenever iSNS is enabled.

iSNS Port The default port (3205) is assigned by IANA and should not be modified

under normal conditions.

Set iSCSI and iSNS to Defaults Select if you want the default parameters reset.

Change iSCSI and ISNS Select if you want to save the parameters.

iSCSI Device Names

Tape Drive: This is the tape drive device name.

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NDMP

Figure 3-6 The NDMP Access Control screen.

Configure the NDMP port, and add a username and password. You can also select to allow plain text passwords. Select Change to save the information. The NDMP Device Names are also listed.

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Maintenance

Drive Info Controller Info

Selecting either of these icons will give you detailed information about that specific device. Use these icons to assist in troubleshooting your device. To view the information, select the appropriate icon for the device type, select the specific device from the drop-down menu, and then select GO.

Restart

Selecting the Restart icon will save all configured parameters and restart the NAStape.

Caution: Make sure that there are no data transfers in progress when you

restart the NAStape.

Figure 3-7 The Restart Warning screen.

Security

Users

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Figure 3-8 The Security Users screen.

If this is the first time using your NAStape, the default super user setting is username SU with no password.

Add User Select a Name, Password, and Security level, and then select Add User.

Edit User Select a current user to edit, update their information, and then select Change.

Delete User Select the user to be deleted, and the select Delete.

Note: You cannot delete the last user with super user permissions.

Logout

To log out, simply select the Logout link located in the upper right-hand corner of the HTTP interface.

4 Using the Serial Port Interface

Serial Port Connection

1. Connect a serial cable to the NAStape (the diagnostic port located by the serial

number tag) with a serial port terminal emulation application (like HyperTerminal) running on a host computer.

2. The serial port settings should be set as follows:

Figure 4-1 Serial port settings.

3. After making sure the serial port settings are correct, select OK.

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4. Select Enter in HyperTerminal; the TAOS Configuration Menu will display

(Figure 4-2):

Figure 4-2 The TAOS configuration menu.

[1] Management Account: Select to set or change the user name and password for

the serial port configuration menu.

[2] Fibre configuration: Not available in NAStape.

[3] Ethernet configuration: Select to configure the Ethernet settings.

[4] TAOS ITP: Not available in NAStape.

[5] TAOS NDMP: Select to configure the NDMP settings.

[6] TAOS iSCSI: Select to set configure the iSCSI settings.

[7] Enable Device options: Not available in NAStape.

[8] Options Enablement: Select to activate licenses and enable options.

[9] Save changes: Select to save changes. All changes must be saved before they

can take effect.

[a] Discard changes: Select to cancel any changes.

[b] Reboot: Select to reboot the NAStape.

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How to Proceed

If you need create or reset a password, go to Password Configuration on page 32.

If you would like to configure your Ethernet ports, iSCSI, or NDMP, go to Ethernet Configuration on page 33.

If you need to enable NDMP, go to Enabling Options on page 39.

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Password Configuration

As shipped, the serial port configuration menu is not password protected. To prevent unauthorized changing of NAStape configuration settings, you can enable a password.

1. Select 1 from the TAOS Configuration Menu.

2. The Password Configuration Menu is displayed (Figure 4-3).

Figure 4-3 The Password Configuration Menu.

[1] Set Username: Select to set or change the username.

[2] Set Password: Select to set or change the password. If changing the password,

you will be prompted to enter your password, then to re-enter it.

Note: This password is also used to validate firmware updates using FTP.

[?] Help: Displays help for this menu.

[ESC] Return to previous menu: Returns you to the TAOS Configuration Menu.

3. Select 1 to set a configuration username, then select 2 to set a configuration

password.

4. Press Esc to return to the TAOS Configuration Menu.

There will be an asterisk (*) next to the menu option, indicating that an unsaved change has been made.

5. Select 9 from the TAOS Configuration Menu to save the changes.

6. Select y when prompted to reboot.

Note: You must reboot the NAStape in order for the username and

password changes to take effect.

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Ethernet Configuration

The NAStape is shipped with DHCP enabled and a preset hostname based on the serial number of the board. The Ethernet port is assigned a default hostname of SL-0000<serial number>-0, where <serial number> is the serial number of the NAStape, located on the rear panel of the NAStape. This hostname may be changed using the Ethernet Configuration Menu.

Before attaching the NAStape to your network, these values should be set as appropriate for your site.

1. To launch the Ethernet Configuration Menu, select 3 from the TAOS

Configuration Menu.

The Ethernet Configuration Menu appears (Figure 4-4).

Figure 4-4 The Ethernet Configuration Menu.

2. To configure the Ethernet port, use the following options:

[1] DHCP: Select to enable DHCP. When DHCP is enabled, the hostname is used as

part of the system identification. If DHCP is disabled, you must provide a static IP address.

Note: If DHCP is used, the IP address should never expire. The DHCP

servers should be configured to supply an IP address that will never change.

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[2] Hostname: The name for the IP interface. This is used by DHCP, DNS and other

communications for name resolution. The hostname should be less than 12 characters to support DHCP and DNS naming conventions.

[3] IP address: Static IP address. This field is not available while in DHCP mode.

[4] IP subnet mask: IP network mask (standard IP parameter). This field is not

available while in DHCP mode.

[5] IP gateway: Gateway address (standard IP parameter). This field is not

available while in DHCP mode.

[6] Enable WINS: Typing 6 will toggle WINS on and off.

[7] WINS server: When WINS is enabled, it is necessary to specify the address of

the WINS server.

[8] User Name: This username parameter is used for authentication for iSCSI and

NDMP protocols. Type 8, then type a new username.

[9] Password: Select or change the password. If changing the password, you will

be prompted to enter your password then to re-enter it.

[?] Help: Displays help for this menu.

[ESC] Return to previous menu: Returns you to the TAOS Configuration Menu.

3. Press Esc to return to the TAOS Configuration Menu.

There will be an asterisk (*) next to the menu option, indicating that an unsaved change has been made.

4. Select 9 to save the changes.

5. Select y when prompted to reboot.

Note: You must reboot the NAStape in order for the new Ethernet

parameters to take effect.

Procedure Notes

You can continue to configure your NAStape using the serial port, or you can use the Web interface, which is more user–friendly. Use the information from the Ethernet Configuration screen to assist with attaching the NAStape to an IP connection. To use the Web interface, go to Chapter 3. Using the HTTP Interface on page 17.

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iSCSI

1. To launch the iSCSI Configuration Menu, select 6 from the TAOS Configuration

Menu (Figure 4-5).

2. Configure iSCSI using the TAOS iSCSI Configuration Menu (Figure 4-5).

Figure 4-5 The TAOS iSCSI Configuration Menu.

The TAOS iSCSI Configuration Menu gives you the following options:

[1] Authentication: Choose an authentication method: CHAP, SRP or None.

[2] Header Digest: Choose a header digest: CRC-32 or None.

[3] Data Digest: Choose a data digest: CRC-32 or None.

[4] iSCSI Port: The default iSCSI port number is 3260. This is the IANA assigned

port for iSCSI and should not be modified under normal conditions.

[5] Enable iSNS: Choose to enable or disable iSNS. When iSNS is enabled it is

necessary to specify the IP address of the iSNS server.

[6] iSNS Server Address: Enter the IP address of the iSNS server. This must be a valid

server IP whenever iSNS is enabled.

[7] iSNS Server Port: The default port (3205) is assigned by IANA and should not be

modified under normal conditions.

[?] Help: Displays help for this menu.

[ESC] Return to previous menu: Returns you to the TAOS Configuration Menu.

3. Press Esc to return to the TAOS Configuration Menu.

There will be an asterisk (*) next to the menu option, indicating that an unsaved change has been made.

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4. Select 9 to save the changes.

5. Select y when prompted to reboot.

Note: You must reboot the NAStape in order for the new iSCSI

parameters to take effect. Check Release Notes for availability of SRP.

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NDMP Setup

Enabling NDMP

Through the Options Enablement Menu, verify that NDMP is licensed and enabled (Figure 4-6).

Figure 4-6 The Options Enablement Menu.

•If NDMP Network Backup is not licensed, obtain and enter the activation key from Spectra Logic.

•If NDMP is not enabled, select 2 to toggle enabled/disabled.

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Configuring NDMP

1. Select 5 from the TAOS Configuration Menu to access the TAOS NDMP

Configuration Menu (Figure 4-7).

Figure 4-7 The TAOS NDMP Configuration Menu.

The TAOS NDMP Configuration Menu gives you the following options:

[1] Cleartext passwords Select 1 to either enable or disable cleartext passwords. [2] NDMP Port Select 2 to set the NDMP port.

2. Press Esc to return to the TAOS Configuration Menu.

There will be an asterisk (*) next to the menu option, indicating that an unsaved change has been made.

3. Select 9 to save the changes.

4. Select y when prompted to reboot.

Note: You must reboot the NAStape in order for the new NDMP

parameters to take effect.

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Enabling Options

The Option Enablement Menu (Figure 4-8) allows you to enable and disable options on the NAStape. Looking at the options available on the menu, you will see that the options exist in the following states:

Not Licensed This option is not available until purchased and activated with a key code.

Licensed/Disabled The option has been purchased but is currently inactive.

Note: Ethernet storage devices may have only one protocol active at any

given time. Enabling one Ethernet protocol will automatically disable all other Ethernet protocols that are currently licensed.

Licensed/Enabled The option is currently licensed and active.

[

Figure 4-8 The Options Enablement Menu.

1. To launch the Options Enablement Menu, select 8 from the TAOS Configuration

Menu.

2. Contact Spectra Logic with the identifier of the device, as shown in Figure 4-8,

to obtain an activation code that will enable options for this device.

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The Option Enablement Menu gives you the following options:

[1] Change options key string: Enter the activation key code from Spectra Logic to

enable options for this NAStape.

Caution: Do not enter or save invalid activation keys. This could disable

existing options.

Backup Options [2-5]: Typing in the option number will toggle the option between

the enabled state and the disabled state.

[?]: Displays help for this menu.

[Esc]: Returns you to the TAOS Configuration Menu

3. Press Esc to return to the TAOS Configuration Menu.

There will be an asterisk (*) next to the menu option, indicating that an unsaved change has been made.

4. Select 9 to save the changes.

5. Select y when prompted to reboot.

Note: You must reboot the NAStape in order for the new options to take

effect.

Jumbo Frames

The use of Jumbo Frames on the Gigabit Ethernet network can enhance performance. Enlarging the packet size, or maximum transfer unit (MTU), from 1,500 bytes to 9,000 bytes reduces the overhead in the processing of the data over the Ethernet. Fewer packets are processed, and the CPU load is decreased. Additionally, tape drives perform better when they are kept fed (streaming) with data. To enable Jumbo Frames, increase the MTU on the filers, Gigabit Ethernet switch, and the backup host’s Ethernet adapter. The Ethernet interface on the NAStape will automatically negotiate for the MTU size.

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Host Bus Adapters

To enable Jumbo Frames, the MTU parameter should be increased on the Gigabit Ethernet host bus adapter (HBA) or on the network interface card (NIC) on the unit and on Network Appliance. You can do this through the ifconfig command on Solaris and Network Appliance systems. On Windows NT and Windows 2000 systems, the MTU size is configured in the driver. Check the Network Settings for the adapter under the Control Panel. Each manufacturer implements this differently, so be sure to check the HBA documentation for details on support of Jumbo Frames.

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NDMP Backup Application Notes

Most NDMP backup applications work in a three-way configuration. A host computer runs the backup application, one or more filers contain the data to be backed up, and a tape server contains the NAStape and device resource. All three of these components must be present and must be able to communicate with each other over the network. Whenever possible, all three components should be on the same subnet.

To configure most backup applications, you must know about the devices attached to the NDMP tape server. In the NDMP environment, the NAStape device is named as Tape1_0.

The backup application will also want to know the host name of the NDMP tape server. This hostname is the name that was assigned in the Ethernet setup section of this manual. The backup application will also need to know the user name and password that it should use for the tape server device. This is the same user name and password assigned to the NAStape in NDMP Setup on page 37.

The recommended user name and password for this purpose is root.

Most backup applications will need the full pathname to the device. The pathname will be <hostname>:Tape1_0, where the hostname is the name assigned in the Ethernet setup section; for example: spectra0:Tape1_0.

Network Appliance Filer Setup

The filer will need some setup in order to interact with the NDMP agent. Since data will flow to the NAStape on a backup, there are steps that are required to authorize access to the data on the filer.

First, the filer must recognize the NAStape by its hostname. This is accomplished by adding an entry to the /vol/vol0/etc/hosts file on the filer. The format is the same as the hosts file on the backup host; for example: 10.0.0.254 spectra0.

Verify that the filer can successfully ping each NAStape to which it will be backing up; for example: ping spectra0.

5 Using the NAStape

This chapter covers the following information:

• Powering On and Off

• Checking Connection Status

• Upgrading Firmware

• Purchasing Media and Cleaning Cartridges

Powering On and Off

The NAStape unit power switch is located on the NAStape’s rear panel, just to the right of the fan (Figure 5-1).

Power switch

Figure 5-1 The NAStape power switch (NAStape 100 shown).

Checking Connection Status

To review the status of NAStape unit connections, use the configuration tools described in Configuration.

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Upgrading Firmware

For specific information on upgrading NAStape firmware, contact Spectra Logic Technical Support at (800) 227-4637 or (303) 449-0160.

Purchasing Media and Cleaning Cartridges

Certified media and cleaning cartridges can be purchased directly from Spectra Logic’s Web site or by calling your sales representative.

Contacting Spectra Logic

Information

Web Site http://www.spectralogic.com

Supplies and Accessories Sales

United States Sales Phone: (800) 833-1132 or (303) 449-6400

Fax: (303) 939-8844 E-mail: sales@spectralogic.com

European Sales Phone: +44 (0) 870 112 2150

Fax: +44 (0) 870 112 2175 E-mail: eurosales@spectralogic.com

Ordering Media Web Site: http://www.SpectraLogic.com/media

E-mail: media@spectralogic.com

6 NAStape 100 Tape Drives and Media

The NAStape 100 uses a Sony AIT tape drive, either AIT-2 or AIT-3. The Sony AIT tape drive is a high-performance, low-maintenance tape drive. This chapter covers the following information:

• AIT Tape Drives

• AIT Tape Drive LEDs

• Maintaining the AIT Tape Drive

• Caring for AIT Data Cartridges

• Handling of Tape Cartridges

AIT Tape Drives

The AIT tape drive has an internal, variable-speed fan that cools the baseplate and other drive components without introducing airborne dust into the tape path. The fan, visible from the outside of the NAStape, is also a critical part of the drive-cooling mechanism.

The Sony AIT drive uses a built-in head cleaner designed to last for the life of the drive. This built-in cleaner works well, but it should not be relied upon as the only drivecleaning mechanism, particularly in environments where more excessive drive head contamination may occur. Spectra Logic recommends that drives be cleaned after every 100 hours of use in normal data center environments. If excessive read or write errors occur while the drives are being cleaned with that frequency, Spectra Logic recommends cutting the cleaning time to every 50 hours of drive use.

Caution: Drive cleaning should be performed using only approved Sony

SDX-TCL cleaning cartridges. For ordering information, see Purchasing Media and Cleaning Cartridges on page 44.

For more information about cleaning your drives, see Tape Drive Head Cleaning on page 48.

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AIT Tape Drive LEDs

The AIT tape drive has three light emitting diodes, or LEDs, on the front of the drive, as shown in Figure 6-1

LEDs

Figure 6-1 The AIT drive sled, showing its faceplate and LEDs.

Busy Indicates drive read and write activity.

Tape Indicates tape load, unload activity and error rate information.

Status Indicates the status of the tape drive including whether the tape inside is write

protected, is a cleaning tape, or if the drive failed a self test.

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Getting Information from the LEDs

The following table summarizes the information carried by the blinking methods of the different drive LEDs:

LED Type

Type of Blink

Off

Fast Blink

Slow Blink

Busy Tape Status

Not Busy Unloaded N/A

SCSI Active Loaded Write protected

Drive active Loading/Unloading Cleaning tape at EOM

N/A Error Rate Warning: data may

be written incorrectly

Single Pulse

Double Pulse

a. Off: no color in the LED b. On: green* and not blinking c. Fast blink: blinks green* for 1/4 second and off for 1/4 second d. Slow blink: blinks green* for 3-1/2 seconds and off for 1/2 second e. One pulse: blinks green* for 1/4 second and off for 1 second f. Two pulse: blinks green* for 1/4 second twice in a row then off for 1 second

* A green light on an AIT-2 drive is equivalent to a blue light on an AIT-3 drive.

Waiting for reset Waiting for eject N/A

N/A N/A Self-test failure: power

Cleaning request

cycle the NAStape to reset

If the drive’s Tape LED indicates possible errors with the data on that tape, the errors may be caused by old media or physical damage to the media. Resolve the problem by copying the data to another tape and discarding the old tape.

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Maintaining the AIT Tape Drive

The AIT tape drive is an extremely reliable media storage subsystem; performing a few simple maintenance procedures will keep the drives reading and writing reliably for many years.

• For best performance with AIT tape drives, perform a read/write confidence test with your backup software regularly. For information about performing this operation, see the documentation for your backup software.

• As explained in AIT Tape Drives on page 45, the drive cleans itself when necessary. If further cleaning is necessary, as indicated by the drive LED light and/or by the read/write confidence test, use only Sony SDX-TCL cleaning cartridges. For ordering information, see Purchasing Media and Cleaning Cartridges on page 44.

Tape Drive Head Cleaning

Head cleaning with a Sony SDX-TCL cleaning cartridge should be performed in the following situations:

• Every 100 hours of drive use (or less) in the following situations:

• When the NAStape has been installed in areas having high amounts of airborne particulates.

• When the drive fails to write or read data correctly.

• When the drive fails to eject a data cartridge.

Note: Damaged media can also cause read/write errors and failures.

Most installations require scheduled cleaning using SDX-TCL cleaning cartridges. Scheduled cleaning is definitely required in installations having high amounts of airborne particulates.

To clean your AIT tape drives, follow these steps:

1. Power on the NAStape.

2. Carefully insert the Sony SDX-TCL cleaning tape into the drive with the window

facing the top of the drive. The cleaning tape performs automatic cleaning and ejects the cartridge when complete.

Caution: Do not use the cleaning cartridge for more than the number of

specified cleaning cycles indicated on the cartridge label. Mark the cleaning cartridge each time you use it or use backup software to track cleaning cartridge usage.

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Caring for AIT Data Cartridges

Although AIT cartridges are ruggedly built, they must be handled with care to preserve the data that they contain. The following are guidelines for storing and using AIT cartridges:

• Do not open the tape access door of the cartridge or touch the magnetic tape; one fingerprint can prevent a drive from reading the tape. Handle only the plastic tape cartridge.

• Keep the cartridge away from sources of electromagnetic fields such as telephones, dictation equipment, mechanical or printing calculators, motors, stereo speakers, and bulk erasers. Do not lay cartridges on a computer monitor or on the base unit of a computer.

• Keep the cartridge away from direct sunlight and heat sources, such as radiators and warm air ducts.

• Keep the cartridge free of moisture. Do not wet or submerge a cartridge in liquid.

• Do not expose the cartridge to temperature extremes. Allow the cartridge to reach room temperature slowly.

Handling of Tape Cartridges

Proper handing of tape cartridges is essential to insuring data integrity.

• Tape cartridges must be kept in a clean, dust-free environment. Store tape cartridges in a sealed container (the individual tape case or the 15-slot cartridge packs with the dust cover installed) when they are not loaded in the NAStape. The Spectra Logic Pack RackTM cartridge storage system is recommended when using the 15-cartridge pack.

• Avoid abusive handling or dropping of tape cartridges. If a cartridge is inadvertently dropped, inspect it for damage. The dust cover on the cartridge must be properly seated or it could cause a jam condition in the tape drive.

• Cartridges should be used within the environmental specifications described in Appendix A. Specifications on page 71.

Note: Extreme changes in temperature and humidity should be avoided

whenever possible.

Conditioning Cartridges

Before use, the cartridge should be conditioned by exposure to the operating environment for a time at least equal to the period during which it has been out of the operating environment (up to a maximum of 24 hours).

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7 NAStape 200 Tape Drives and Media

The NAStape 200 uses a half-inch tape drive that could be any of the following:

• HP First Generation Linear Tape Open (LTO-1) Ultrium

• IBM Second Generation Linear Tape Open (LTO-2) Ultrium

• Quantum Super Digital Linear Tape (SDLT) 320

The following sections provide detailed information about the care and use of the tape drive inside the NAStape 200, as well as the media used in that tape drive. See Appendix A. Specifications on page 71 for tape drive specifications.

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HP Ultrium Generation 1 Tape Drives

HP Ultrium Tape Drive LEDs

The HP Ultrium tape drive has four light emitting diodes (LEDs) on the front of the drive, as shown in Figure 7-1.

LEDs

Figure 7-1 The HP LTO-1 drive face, showing its LEDs.

Ready This green LED indicates power and activity.

Drive Error This amber LED indicates an error in the drive.

Tape Error This amber LED indicates an error in the tape cartridge.

Use Cleaning Cartridge This amber LED indicates when a cleaning cartridge should be used.

Getting Information from the LEDs

The following table summarizes the information carried by the blinking methods of the different drive LEDs:

LED Type

Use Cleaning

Type of Blink

Off Power is off, or there was a

Ready Drive Error Tape Error

failure during self-test.

No fault has been detected.

Cartridge

Drive does not require cleaning.

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LED Type

Use Cleaning

Type of Blink

On Ready for use. N/A N/A Cleaning cartridge in

Ready Drive Error Tape Error

Cartridge

use; the Ready LED will also flash.

Flashing Active. Unrecoverable hard-

ware failure.

Flashing Pattern In OBDR mode. N/A N/A N/A

a. A power cycle or a successful tape load will turn off the LED; but if the hardware fault is still present, it will come on again if the same

operation is performed. b. This LED could come on for a number of reasons. Do not use the cartridge; replace it. The LED will go out when a new tape load is started. c. The LED will continue to flash if power is cycled; it will only go out after an approved cleaning cartridge has been used.

Tape cartridge is

faulty.

Drive needs cleaning.

Maintaining the HP Ultrium Tape Drive

HP Ultrium tape drives have been developed to require minimal cleaning. The amber LED for Use Cleaning Cartridge will flash when the drive needs to be cleaned. Only insert a cleaning cartridge into the drive when the LED indicates to do so.

Note: Drive cleaning should be performed using only approved HP

Ultrium cleaning cartridges; other cleaning cartridge formats will not load or run.

To order approved cleaning cartridges from Spectra Logic, see Purchasing Media and Cleaning Cartridges on page 44.

Manually Cleaning the HP Ultrium Tape Drive Head

To clean your HP Ultrium tape drives, follow these steps:

Note: Use only HP Ultrium cleaning cartridges.

1. Power on the NAStape.

2. Carefully insert the cleaning tape into the drive with the window facing the top

of the drive.

The cleaning tape performs automatic cleaning; this takes approximately five minutes.

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Note: If the cartridge ejects immediately, it has either expired or it is not

an approved cleaning cartridge. In this case, discard the cartridge and begin the cleaning procedure with a new cartridge.

During the cleaning cycle, the amber Use Cleaning Cartridge LED will remain on and the green Ready LED will flash.

3. The drive ejects the cartridge when complete; remove the cleaning cartridge from the drive.

Caution: Do not use the cleaning cartridge for more than the number of

specified cleaning cycles indicated on the cartridge label. Mark the cleaning cartridge each time you use it or use backup software to track cleaning cartridge usage.

Caring for HP Ultrium Media

Choosing Media

Use only LTO Ultrium cartridges. Compatible media is recognizable by the Ultrium logo, which is the same as the logo on the front of the drive.

Caring for HP Ultrium Media

In optimal environments, LTO cartridges are should last for 1,000,000 passes over any part of the tape (this equals approximately 2,000 complete backup and restore operations). These numbers should, however, be limited in harsher environments.

Caution: If you are using bar code labels, make sure that only one label is

attached to the label area. Never use non-standard labels, and never attach anything to the

cartridge other than in the label area.

Using HP Ultrium Media

Only use LTO Ultrium media within its operating range requirements (see Appendix A. Specifications). If you expose the media to conditions that exceed these limits, stabilize

the media before use. To do this, keep the media out of use in the operating environment for at least 24 hours.

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Storing HP Ultrium Media

Only store LTO Ultrium media within its operating range requirements (see Appendix A. Specifications). Make sure that the environment is clean, and always store cartridges

in their plastic cases.

Maximizing HP Ultrium Media Life

To maximize the life of your HP Ultrium media, follow these guidelines.

• Do not touch the surface of the tape inside the cartridge.

• Do not attempt to clean the tape path or the tape guides inside the cartridge.

• Do not expose the tapes to excessively dry or excessively humid conditions.

• Do not leave the cartridges in direct sunlight.

• Do not leave the cartridges in places where magnetic fields are present (such as under telephones, next to monitors, or near transformers).

• Do not drop the cartridges or handle them roughly.

Avoiding Condensation

Condensation can cause problems for tape drives and media. To minimize the chance of condensation, stay within specifications and observe the following guidelines.

• Make sure that the operating environment is stable (away from windows, doors, and heating or cooling sources).

• Avoid leaving cartridges in severe temperature conditions (such as in a car).

• Avoid transferring data when the temperature is changing by more than 18oF (16oC) per hour.

• If you bring a cold cartridge into a warm room, allow time for the cartridge to adjust to room temperature before use (up to 24 hours).

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IBM Ultrium Generation 2 Tape Drives

IBM Ultrium Tape Drive LEDs

The IBM Ultrium tape drive has four light emitting diodes (LEDs) on the front of the drive, as shown in Figure 7-1.

Single character display

Status light

Unload button

Figure 7-2 The IBM LTO-2 drive face, showing its LEDs.

Single-character display This LED presents a single-character code for:

• Error conditions and informational messages

• Diagnostic or maintenance functions (while in maintenance mode only)

Status light This LED provides information about the state of the drive. The light can be green or amber, and (when lit) solid or flashing.

Unload button This button is used for ejecting tapes from the unit as well as for initiating various maintenance functions.

Getting Information from the LEDs

When the LED is off, it means that the unit has no power or is powered off.

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The following table summarizes the information given by the blinking methods of the status light LED:

LED Color

Indication

Green Amber

Solid The drive is powered on.

If a solid C appears in the single-character display, the drive needs cleaning.

Flashing The drive is reading from the tape, writing to the

tape, rewinding the tape, locating data on the tape, loading the tape, or unloading the tape. The status light also flashes green if the drive contains a cartridge during the power-on cycle. In this case, the drive completes writing the current data and slowly rewinds the tape (the process may take up to 13 minutes). The light stops blinking when the drive completes the recovery and is ready for a read or write operation.

Getting Information from the Single-Character Display

The drive is powering on or is in maintenance mode.

One of the following applies:

- If the light flashes once per second, an error occurred

and the tape drive or media may require service. (Note the code on the single-character display, then go to Error Conditions and Informational Messages on page 57 to determine the action that is required.)

- If the light flashes twice per second, the tape drive is

updating firmware.

- If the light flashes four times per second, the tape

drive detected an error and is performing a firmware recovery. It resets automatically.

Error Conditions and Informational Messages If multiple errors occur, the code with the highest priority (represented by the lowest number) displays first. When the error is corrected, the code with the next highest priority displays, and so on until no errors remain.

Code Cause and Solution

No error occurred and no action is required. This code displays:

- When power is cycled.

- When diagnostics have finished running and no error occurred.

Cooling problem. The tape drive detected that the recommended operating temperature was exceeded. Perform one or more of the following actions:

- Ensure that the cooling fan is rotating and is quiet.

- Remove any blockage that prevents air from flowing freely through the tape drive.

- Ensure that the operating temperature and airflow is within the specified range.

- If the operating temperature is within the specified range and the problem persists, replace the drive.

The error code clears when you power-off the tape drive or place it in maintenance mode.

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Code Cause and Solution

Power problem. The tape drive detected that the externally supplied power is approaching the specified voltage limits (the tape drive is still operating) or is outside the specified voltage limits (the tape drive is not operating). Perform the following:

- Ensure that the power connector is properly seated.

- Ensure that the proper dc voltages are being applied within the tolerances allowed.

- If the proper voltages are being applied but the problem persists, replace the drive.

The error code clears when you power-off the tape drive or place it in maintenance mode.

Note: The single-character display is blank during normal operation.

Diagnostics and Maintenance To initiate a function, you must be in maintenance mode. For

more information, see Functions of the Unload Button on page 59.

Function Code

Run Tape Drive Diagnostics Runs tests and determines whether the drive can properly load and unload cartridges and read and write data. 1

Update Tape Drive Firmware from FMR Tape Load updated firmware from a field microcode replacement (FMR) tape. 2

Create FMR Tape Copies the drive’s FMR data to a scratch (blank) data cartridge. 3

Force a Drive Dump Performs a dump of data (also known as saving a microcode trace). 4

Copy the Drive Dump to Tape (at Beginning of Tape) Copies data from a drive dump (captured by using Function Code 4) to the beginning of a scratch (blank) tape. 5

Run SCSI Wrap Test Performs a check of the SCSI circuitry from and to the SCSI connector. 6

Run RS-422 Wrap Test Not available. 7

Unmake FMR Tape

Erases the FMR data on a scratch (blank) tape and rewrites the cartridge memory on the tape. This turns the cartridge into a valid scratch data cartridge. 8

Display Error Code Log Display the last 10 error codes, one at a time (the most recent is presented first and the oldest is presented last). 9

Clear Error Code Log

Erases the contents of the error code log. A

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Function Code

Insert Cartridge into Tape Drive This function cannot be selected by itself; it is a part of other functions that require a tape be loaded. C

Test Cartridge & Media Performs tests to ensure that a suspect cartridge and its magnetic tape are acceptable. E

Fast Read/Write Test Performs tests to ensure that the drive can read from and write to tape. F

Test Head Performs tests to ensure that the tape drive’s head and tape-carriage mechanics are working correctly. H

Exit Maintenance Mode

The drive becomes available for reading and writing data. 0

a. The single-character display is blank during normal operation.

Functions of the Unload Button

The Unload push button enables you to perform several functions. The following table lists the functions and explains how to initiate them.

Function How To Initiate

Rewind the tape into a cartridge and eject the cartridge from the tape drive.

Place the tape drive in maintenance mode.

Press the unload button once. Note: During a rewind and eject operation, the drive will not accept SCSI commands from the server.

Ensure that the tape drive is unloaded. Then, within two seconds push the unload button three times. The drive is in maintenance mode when the status light becomes solid amber and

a 0 appears in the single-character display.

Note: While in maintenance mode, the drive will not accept SCSI commands from the server.

Scroll through the maintenance functions.

While in maintenance mode, push the unload button once per second to increment the characters on the single-character display by one. When you reach the character of the diagnostic or maintenance function that you want (see Diagnos- tics and Maintenance on page 58), press and hold the unload button for three seconds.

Exit maintenance mode. Press the unload button once per second until a 0 appears in the single-character

display. Then press and hold the unload button for three seconds. The drive has exited maintenance mode when the status light becomes solid green and the single-character display becomes blank.

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Note: If you press the Unload button during operation, the drive ends

the command that is being processed, then unloads and ejects the tape. Depending on its location on the reel, the tape may take as long as 20 minutes to completely rewind and eject.

Maintaining the IBM Ultrium Tape Drive

Note: When cleaning the IBM Ultrium tape drive head, use only IBM LTO

Ultrium cleaning cartridges. You may use another LTO cleaning cartridge, but it may not meet the standards of reliability established by IBM.

To order approved cleaning cartridges from Spectra Logic, see Purchasing Media and Cleaning Cartridges on page 44.

Cleaning the Drive Head

Clean the drive head whenever C displays on the single-character display and the status

light is solid green. IBM does not recommend that you clean the drive head on a

periodic basis, but only when C displays.

To clean the head:

1. Insert the cleaning cartridge into the tape load compartment.

The tape drive performs the cleaning automatically. The cleaning cycle takes less than two minutes.

2. When the cleaning is finished, the drive ejects the cartridge. Remove the

cartridge.

Note: If you insert a cleaning cartridge when the drive does not need to

be cleaned or if you insert a cleaning cartridge that has expired, the drive will automatically eject the cartridge.

The IBM LTO Ultrium cleaning cartridge is valid for 50 uses. Be sure to mark the cartridge after each use to keep track of how many times it is used.

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Caring for IBM Ultrium Media

Caution: Do not insert a damaged cartridge into the drive. A damaged

cartridge can interfere with the reliability of the drive and may void the warranties of the drive and the cartridge.

Before inserting a tape cartridge, inspect the cartridge case, cartridge door, and writeprotect switch for breaks. Incorrect handling or an incorrect environment can damage the LTO Ultrium tape cartridge or its magnetic tape. To avoid damage to your tape cartridges and to ensure the continued high reliability of your drive, use the following guidelines:

• Do not drop the cartridge. If the cartridge drops, slide the cartridge door back and ensure that the leader pin is properly seated in the pin-retaining spring clips. Inspect the rear of the cartridge (the part that you load first into the tape load compartment) and ensure that there are no gaps in the seam of the cartridge case.

• Open only the cartridge door. Do not open any other part of the cartridge case. The upper and lower parts of the case are held together with screws; separating them destroys the usefulness of the cartridge.

• Do not handle tape that is outside the cartridge. Handling the tape can damage the tape’s surface or edges, which may interfere with read or write reliability. Pulling on tape that is outside the cartridge can damage the tape and the brake mechanism in the cartridge.

• Before you use a cartridge, let it acclimate for at least 24 hours to the normal operating environment.

• Ensure that all surfaces of a cartridge are dry before inserting it.

• Do not stack more than six cartridges.

• Do not expose the tape cartridge to moisture or direct sunlight.

• Do not degauss a tape cartridge that you intend to reuse. Degaussing makes the tape unusable.

• Do not expose recorded or blank tape cartridges to stray magnetic fields (such as terminals, motors, video equipment, X-ray equipment, or high-current cables or power supplies). Such exposure can cause the loss of recorded data or make the blank cartridge unusable.

• Maintain the environmental conditions specified in Appendix A. Specifications.

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Quantum SDLT 320 Tape Drives

SDLT 320 Tape Drive LEDs

The tape drive has three light emitting diodes, or LEDs, on the front of the drive, as shown in Figure 7-3.

Drive Density

Status

Cleaning Required

Eject button

Infrared Port

Figure 7-3 The SDLT drive sled, showing its faceplate and LEDs.

Density LED This amber LED indicates whether the tape in the drive is of the

SDLT-220 format or SDLT-320 format.

Status LED This green LED indicates the tape drive status.

Cleaning LED This yellow LED indicates cleaning requirements and functions.

Eject This button ejects the tape cartridge from the drive. When the button is pressed,

the drive completes any writing of data to the tape, and then ejects the cartridge.

Infrared Port This infrared port, also known as the Global Storage Link (GSLink), provides a wireless remote testing base for customers and integrators to access system diagnostic information.

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Getting Information from the LEDs

The following table summarizes the information carried by the blinking methods of the different drive LEDs:

LED Type

Indication

Off The tape in the drive is

On The tape in the drive is

Blinking N/A The tape drive is in use. This includes:

If the drive’s Status LED indicates possible errors with the data on that tape, the errors may be caused by old media or physical damage to the media. Resolve the problem by copying the data to another tape and discarding the old tape.

Density Status Cleaning

SDLT-320 format.

SDLT-220 format.

The unit has not been turned on or is not plugged into a power source.

The drive is idle. There may or may not be a cartridge in the tape drive.

• Calibrating, reading, writing, or rewinding the tape.

• Loading or unloading.

Cleaning is not required.

Cleaning is required.

N/A

Maintaining the SDLT Tape Drive

Cleaning Status

The Cleaning Required (yellow) LED on the front panel indicates to the operator that cleaning is needed.

Note: Use the SDLT cleaning tape if cleaning is indicated through your

backup software or when the yellow alert light is on. Do not clean the drive unless the drive indicates that cleaning is necessary.

Once illuminated, the yellow LED stays lit until one of the following occurs:

• The drive is cleaned successfully.

• The drive is reset due to a firmware failure or firmware update.

• Power is cycled off and on.

Cleaning the SDLT Tape Drive Head

The SDLT cleaning tape is housed in a plastic case, and is light gray in color. Use only approved SDLT cleaning cartridges. To order these cartridges from Spectra Logic, see Purchasing Media and Cleaning Cartridges on page 44.

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A yellow LED located on the front bezel of the tape drive indicates when cleaning is needed (the location of this LED is shown in Figure 7-3 on page 62).

Clean the NAStape as follows:

1. Power on the NAStape.

2. Carefully insert the cleaning tape into the drive with the window facing the top

of the drive.

3. The cleaning tape performs automatic cleaning and ejects the cartridge when

complete.

Note: Do not use the cleaning cartridge more than 20 times. Mark the

cleaning cartridge each time you use it or use backup software to track cleaning cartridge usage.

Load Time for Cleaning Cartridge

Load (cycle) times for SDLT cleaning cartridges are as follows; these times are accurate to ±20 seconds:

• Shortest load time (first pass of cleaning cartridge): 2 minutes 55 seconds

• Longest load time (20th pass of cleaning cartridge): 10 minutes 20 seconds

• Expired load time (expired cleaning tape): 4 minutes 30 seconds

On the last pass, the cleaning process stops, the tape is rewound, but the cartridge is not ejected. If the tape is loaded again after the 20th pass, it winds all the way to the end of the cartridge and back again without performing the cleaning sequence; the tape does not eject.

Caution: Never use a DLT cleaning tape in an SDLT drive; DLT cleaning

tapes are incompatible with the SDLT heads.

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Caring for SDLT Media

Super DLTtape I cartridges are engineered to be reliable, robust, and durable. They are manufactured to withstand 1,000,000 passes, and have a shelf life of 30 years. For best results, follow these guidelines for media care:

• Protect cartridges from shock, vibration, moisture, and magnetic fields.

• Keep media in protective cases at all times.

• Store cartridges vertically when not in use.

• Use the sliding labels provided. Do not use adhesive labels and do not write on the cartridge.

• Never touch the tape or tape leader. Dust and oils from your skin contaminate the tape and affect performance.

• If you drop a cartridge, perform a visual media inspection before inserting it into the drive.

Note: The safety of your data relies on proper care and handling of

media cartridges. Refer to the environmental specifications provided in the plastic

cartridge case, or in Appendix A. Specifications on page 71, for detailed media information.

Handling SDLT Tape Cartridges

Improper media handling is the primary reason for tape drive problems. Mishandled and damaged cartridges lead to damaged drives. If the cartridge does not pass the following criteria, do not use it.

To inspect a cartridge:

1. Inspect the exterior of the cartridge for physical damage, cracks, or broken

parts.

2. Gently shake the cartridge. Listen for rattling of loose pieces.

3. Check to make sure that both reel locks on the cartridge are visible. One reel

lock is located on the end of the cartridge that is inserted into the drive. The other is on the bottom of the cartridge.

4. Confirm that the spring-loaded hub on the bottom of the cartridge is centered.

Press the hub to ensure that the spring is functioning properly.

5. Verify that the orange write-protect switch is enabled and undamaged.

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Conditioning Cartridges

8 Warranty and Repair

This chapter reviews the NAStape warranty and Spectra Logic’s repair policies.

Limited Warranty

Spectra Logic warrants the NAStape unit to be in good working order for a period of three full years from the date of shipment from Spectra Logic or an authorized Spectra Logic dealer. Should this product fail to be in good working order at any time during this three-year period, Spectra Logic will, at its option, repair or replace this product at no additional charge except as follows:

Suspect parts sent to Spectra Logic will be repaired or replaced. Exchanged parts will be either reconditioned or new at the option of Spectra Logic. This limited warranty does not include:

• Service to repair damage resulting from accident

• Disaster, misuse, and abuse

• Non-Spectra Logic modification of the product including, but not limited to, product expansion through plug-in additions except as provided by Spectra Logic

• Removal of serial number tags

• Physical damage caused by inadequate packaging

• Tape head cleaning performed on drives provided by Spectra Logic with a noncertified cleaning cartridge

• Drives purchased from vendors other than Spectra Logic

If any of the above conditions exist, Spectra Logic reserves the right to repair the unit at the current fixed price of repair.

Warranty service can be acquired during the three-year period by shipping the product to Spectra Logic with an invoice and Return Materials Authorization (RMA) number.

Note: No return can be accepted without an RMA number from Spectra

Logic Technical Support. Returns must be shipped prepaid in their original packing containers; damage incurred in transit is not covered by Spectra Logic's warranty.

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Spectra Logic makes no other warranties, expressed or implied, and specifically disclaims any warranty of merchantability or fitness for a particular purpose or use. If this product is not in good working condition as warranted above, your sole remedy shall be replacement or repair as provided above. In no event will Spectra Logic be liable to you for any damages, including any lost profits, lost savings, or other incidental or consequential damages arising out of the use of or inability to use such product, even if Spectra Logic has been advised of the possibility of such damages, or for any claim by any other party.

Warranty Shipping

The NAStape unit must be returned in the original carton and packed with the original packing material. Failure to do so will void the warranty. See the label on the inside lid of the shipping container for instructions on packing the NAStape.

The purchaser is responsible for paying the shipping and insurance charges for warranty goods to Spectra Logic. Spectra Logic will pay for shipping the repaired item back to the purchaser.

International warranty repairs must be accompanied by a commercial invoice, a packing slip, and a carrier waybill. The following must be written on the invoice:

GOODS OF U.S. ORIGIN, RETURN FOR WARRANTY REPAIR, VALUE FOR CUSTOMS USE ONLY.

Import duties assessed on incoming shipments will be prorated to the customer’s account if proper documentation does not accompany the shipment.

Warranty Turnaround Time

A standard repair turnaround time is two weeks from receipt of the product. Spectra Logic shall reserve the right to replace the unit if it cannot be repaired within the two week time frame. A 48-hour turnaround is available for an additional charge.

Warranty Provisions for Units Located in Europe

Spectra Logic has implemented special arrangements for honoring warranties on libraries located in Europe. Please contact Spectra Logic Technical Support for details.

Out-of-Warranty Repairs

Contact Technical Support for the current fixed repair price for NAStape. The repair is warranted for ninety days from the date the unit is shipped to a customer.

Out-of-Warranty Shipping

All non-warranty units will be shipped back to the purchaser as determined by the purchaser. Shipping charges to and from Spectra Logic are the responsibility of the

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purchaser. International customers with non-warranty units are responsible for customs and duties charges coming into the United States as well as charges on returned products into their own countries.

Out-of-Warranty Turnaround Time

The non-warranty turnaround time is two weeks from receipt of the unit. An expedited turnaround of 48 hours is available for an additional fee. Spectra Logic reserves the right to either repair or replace the unit.

QuickSwap Service

The QuickSwap program covers the NAStape for the original return-to-factory period (three years from the date of shipment) at no cost to the customer. The program includes:

• Access to a Spectra Logic Technical Support representative any business day (not including evenings, weekends, or holidays) from 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Mountain Time (MT).

• Upon verification that the product has malfunctioned, the replacement part or unit will be shipped to the customer.

• The replacement arrives within five to seven business days. The replacement can be expedited from the Spectra Logic manufacturing line for an additional charge. Contact your sales or service representative for more information.

• The customer returns the defective part or unit within 10 days of receipt of the replacement.

This program covers the product for the original return-to-factory period (three years from the date of shipment) at no cost to the customer.

Advanced Service Options

There are three advanced technical support services available on a contractual basis.

• Advanced Replacement Service

• Next Business Day On-Site Service

• Four-Hour On-Site Service

Please contact Technical Support for the contract pricing for these options.

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Contacting Spectra Logic

Information

Web Site http://www.spectralogic.com

Technical Assistance

Technical Support Phone United States: (800) 227-4637 or (303) 449-60160

Europe: +44 (0) 870 112 2185

Technical Support E-Mail support@spectralogic.com

Knowledge Base http://www.spectralogic.com/support/kbase/index.cfm

RMA Number for Equipment Service and Returns

Technical Support Phone United States: (800) 227-4637 or (303) 449-60160

Europe: +44 (0) 870 112 2185

Technical Support E-Mail support@spectralogic.com

Shipping Information

To ship the NAStape for any reason, reverse the procedure in Unpacking the NAStape, making sure to use the original packaging materials.

The following table lists the size and weight of the NAStape for shipping purposes.

NAStape 100 NAStape 200

Height 3.5 in. (8.9 cm) 5.9 in. (15.0 cm)

Width 7.4 in. (18.8 cm) 9.8 in. (24.9 cm)

Depth 11.5 in. (29.2 cm) 13.5 in. (34.3 cm)

Weight 8.5 lbs. (3.9 kg) 15 lbs. (6.8 kg)

Caution: Do not ship the NAStape with a cartridge in the tape drive.

Appendix A. Specifications

This appendix contains the following information:

• NAStape Power Requirements

• NAStape Safety Specifications

• NAStape Environmental Specifications

• Sony AIT Specifications

• HP LTO Ultrium Generation 1 Specifications

• IBM LTO Ultrium Generation 2 Specifications

• Quantum SDLT 320 Specifications

NAStape Power Requirements

Power requirements for NAStape are summarized in the table below.

Source Requirements

Input Voltage 100/240 Volts AC

1.0/.5 A

Input Power 90 Watts minimum

120 Watts maximum

Input Frequency 50/60 Hz

Power Cable

The power cable included with NAStape is a standard, three conductor, 18 AWG power cord safe for 120-volt use in the United States and Canada. The cable has a molded NEMA 5-15P male connector to plug in the wall and a molded IEC 60320-type female connector to plug in the NAStape unit.

Note: To use the NAStape unit outside of the United States or Canada,

the power cord must meet the specifications for that country.

Appendix A. Specifications

240 Volt-AC Power Cord for Use in North America

The criteria for a U.S. and Canadian 240 volt AC power cord for the NAStape are as follows:

• Power cord must have a molded NEMA 6-15P attachment plug on one end.

• Power cord must have a molded IEC 60320-type female connector to connect to the NAStape unit.

• Cordage must be SJT type, three-conductor, 18 AWG minimum.

• Power cord must comply with local electrical code.

200-240 Volt-AC Power Cord for International Use

The criteria for an international 200-240 volt AC power cord are as follows:

• Power cord must have an attachment plug of the proper type, rating, and safety approval for the intended country.

• Power cord must have a molded IEC 60320-type female connector to connect to the NAStape.

• Cord must be a flexible, HAR (harmonized) type H05VV-F, three conductor, cord with minimum conductor size of 0.03 square inches (1.0 square millimeter).

NAStape Safety Specifications

• Indoor use only

• Ordinary Protection: This product is not protected against the harmful ingress of moisture.

• Pollution Degree 2 for ambient pollution.

• Installation (Overvoltage) Category II for transient overvoltages.

• Mains Supply: Voltage fluctuations are not to exceed ± 10% of the rated nominal voltage range.

Appendix A. Specifications

NAStape Environmental Specifications

Place the NAStape unit and media in a reasonably controlled environment that does not exceed the environment limits listed in the table below.

Condition Minimum Maximum

Ambient Operating Temperature 2

Storage Temperature -40

Relative Humidity (non-condensing) 20% 80%

Max. wet bulb temperature N/A 26

Altitude 0 m (sea level) 3,000 m (9,842 ft)

To allow for proper cooling and to maintain the proper temperature of the NAStape, leave at least six (6) inches of open space behind the unit.

° C 30° C

° C 65° C

° C

Appendix A. Specifications

Sony AIT Specifications

Drive Specifications

The following table summarizes the specifications for Sony AIT drives.

Parameter AIT-2 Specification

AIT-3 Specification

MTBF 300,000 hours @ 100% duty cycle 400,000 hours @ 100% duty cycle

Average file access time Less than 27 seconds Less than 27 seconds

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Uncorrectable error rate Less than 1 x 10

Sustained transfer rate

Burst transfer rate

a. All specifications are subject to change without notice. b. Compression thoughput and capacity depends on the type of data. c. The actual burst data transfer rate is limited by the performance of the SCSI host bus adapter, the SCSI bus interface controller, and

the buffer control hardware of the drive.

6 MB/sec native (15 MB/sec compressed) 12 MB/sec native (31 MB/sec compressed)

40 MB/sec Synchronous maximum 160 MB/sec Synchronous maximum

bits Less than 1 x 10

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bits

Media Specifications

The table below lists the capacities of the different types of AIT tape cartridges.

Tape Type Length Capacity

AIT-2 (SDX2-36C) 170 meters 36 GB native (94 GB compressed with ALDC)

AIT-2 (SDX2-50C) 230 meters 50 GB native (130 GB compressed with ALDC)

AIT-3 (SDX3-100C) 230 meters 100 GB native (260 GB compressed with ALDC)

a. All specifications are subject to change without notice.

Environmental Specifications

The table below lists the environmental specifications of AIT tape cartridges.

Factor

Operating temperature

Operating humidity 20% to 80% non-condensing

Maximum wet bulb temperature +77°F (+25°C)

a. All specifications are subject to change without notice. b. The upper limit applies to the drive, not to the NAStape. Be sure there is adequate air flow around NAStape at all times.

Operating Environment

+41°F to +104°F (+5°C to +40°C)

Appendix A. Specifications

HP LTO Ultrium Generation 1 Specifications

Drive Specifications

Parameter Specification

MTBF 250,000 hours @ 100% duty cycle

Average file access time 71 seconds

Uncorrectable error rate 1 x 10

Sustained transfer rate

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bits

7.5 MB/sec native 15 MB/sec compressed

Burst transfer rate

interface controller, and the buffer control hardware of the drive.

80 MB/sec synchronous maximum

Media Specifications

The table below lists the capacity of HP LTO-1 tape cartridges.

Tape Type Capacity

LTO Ultrium Generation 1 100 GB native (200 GB compressed with LTO-DC)

a. All specifications are subject to change without notice.

Environmental Specifications

The table below lists the environmental specifications of HP LTO-1 tape cartridges.

Factor

Operating Environment

Temperature +50°F to +95°F (+10°C to +35°C)

Relative Humidity 20% - 80% non-condensing

a. All specifications are subject to change without notice. b. The upper limit applies to the drive, not to the NAStape. Be sure there is adequate air flow around

NAStape at all times.

Appendix A. Specifications

IBM LTO Ultrium Generation 2 Specifications

Drive Specifications

Parameter Specification

Average file access time 65 seconds

Uncorrectable error rate 1 x 10

Sustained transfer rate b

Burst transfer rate

interface controller, and the buffer control hardware of the drive.

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35 MB/sec native 70 MB/sec compressed

80 MB/sec Synchronous maximum

bits

Media Specifications

The table below lists the capacity of IBM LTO-2 tape cartridges.

Tape Type Capacity

LTO Ultrium Generation 2 200 GB native (400 GB compressed with DLZ)

a. All specifications are subject to change without notice.

Environmental Specifications

The table below lists the environmental specifications of IBM LTO-2 tape cartridges.

Factor

Temperature +50°F to +113°F

Relative Humidity

Wet Bulb Temperature

a. All specifications are subject to change without notice. b. The upper limit applies to the drive, not to the NAStape. Be sure there is adequate air flow around NAStape at all times.

Operating

(+10°C to +45°C)

10% - 80% 20% - 80% 20% - 50% 5% - 80%

+79°F (+26°C) +79°F (+26°C) +79°F (+26°C) +79°F (+26°C)

Operational Storage Archival Storage Shipping

+61°F to +90°F (+16°C to +32°C)

+61°F to +77°F (+16°C to +25°C)

-9°F to +120°F (-23°C to +49°C)

Appendix A. Specifications

Quantum SDLT 320 Specifications

Drive Specifications

Parameter Specification

MTBF 250,000 hours @ 100% duty cycle

Average file access time 70 seconds

Uncorrectable error rate 1 x 10

Sustained transfer rate

-17

bits

16 MB/sec native 32 MB/sec compressed

Burst transfer rate

interface controller, and the buffer control hardware of the drive.

80 MB/sec Synchronous maximum

Media Specifications

The table below lists the capacity of SDLT tape cartridges.

Tape Type Capacity

Super DLTtape 1 160 GB native (320 GB compressed with DLZ)

a. All specifications are subject to change without notice.

Environmental Specifications

The table below lists the environmental specifications of SDLT tape cartridges.

Factor

Operating Environment

Temperature +50°F to +95°F (+10°C to +35°C) +61°F to +90°F (+16°C to +32°C)

Relative Humidity 20% - 80% non-condensing 20% - 80% non-condensing

a. All specifications are subject to change without notice. b. The upper limit applies to the drive, not to the NAStape. Be sure there is adequate air flow around NAStape at all

times.

Storage Environment

Appendix A. Specifications

Appendix B. Regulatory and Safety Notices

This appendix lists the following regulatory and safety notices:

• Safety Agency Standards

• FCC Notice

• Japan VCCI-A

• EU Declaration of Conformity

Safety Agency Standards

The NAStape unit complies with the following regulatory and safety standards, and bears the CE and VCCI marks:

• EN 60950-1: 2001

• CSA/UL 60950

FCC Notice

This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class A digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference when the equipment is operated in a commercial environment. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instruction manual, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. Operation of this equipment in a residential area is likely to cause harmful interference, in which case the user will be required to correct the interference at his own expense.

Shielded cables are required for this device to comply with FCC rules.

Japan VCCI-A

Appendix B. Regulatory and Safety Notices

EU Declaration of Conformity

We, Spectra Logic Corporation

1700 North 55th Street Boulder, Colorado 80301 USA

declare under sole responsibility that Spectra Logic’s NAStape, to which this declaration relates, the EU Directives listed below using the relevant section of the following EU standards and other normative documents:

EU Low Voltage Directive 73/23/EEC Essential health and safety requirements relating to electrical equipment designed

EN 55022 (CISPER 22) Class A Limits and methods of measurements of radio interference characteristics of

EN 60950-1 (IEC 60950-1) Safety requirements of information technology equipment including electrical

meets the essential health and safety requirements and is in conformity with

for use within certain voltage limits.

information technology equipment.

machines.

EN 61000-4-2 (1995) Electrostatic discharge requirements for industrial process measurement and control

equipment.

EN 61000-4-3 (1996), ENV 50204 (1995)

EN 61000-4-4 (1995) Electrically fast transients for industrial process measurement and control

EN 61000-4-5 (1995) Electrical surge immunity for industrial process measurement and control

EN 61000-4-6 (1996) Conducted radio frequency immunity for industrial process measurement and control

EN 61000-4-8 (1993) Power frequency magnetic field immunity for industrial process measurement and

EN 61000-4-11 (1994) Immunity to voltage dips, interruptions and variations for industrial process

EN 61000-3-2 (1998) Power Line Harmonics, Class A.

EN 61000-3-3 (1998) Power Line Flicker.

Radiated electromagnetic field requirements for industrial process measurement and control equipment.

equipment.

control equipment.

measurement and control equipment.

EU EMC Directive 89/336/EEC Essential health and safety requirements relating to electromagnetic compatibility.

Appendix B. Regulatory and Safety Notices

The NAStape complies with all safety-relevant provisions referring to:

• Protection against electrical hazards

• Protection against hazards such as:

• Mechanical hazards

• Fire hazards

•Noise

•Vibration

The CE marking has been affixed on the device according to Article 10 of the EU Directive 89/336/EEC and 73/23/EEC.

Index

about

AIT tape drives 45 iSCSI 10 LTO-1 tape drives 52 LTO-2 tape drives 56 NAStape 9 NDMP 10 SDLT tape drives 62

this user guide 12 AC power 71 accessories

included 14

purchasing additional 44 AIT cleaning cartridges

ordering 44

using 48 AIT media

maintenance 49

purchasing 44

specifications 74 AIT tape drives

about 45

cleaning 48

LEDs 46, 47

specifications 74

using 45

cautions

as conventions 12 media 4 NAStape 4

cleaning

AIT tape drives 48 LTO-1 tape drives 53 LTO-2 tape drives 60 SDLT tape drives 63

configuring

Ethernet 22 password 32

connecting to

HTTP interface 17 serial port 29 Web interface 17

contact information

Spectra Logic 2, 70

controller information

from HTTP interface 27

conventions used in this guide 12

drive information

from HTTP interface 27

drives (see drive type)

backup application notes

NDMP 42

Index

e-mail Spectra Logic

ordering media 44

technical support 70 enable NDMP 37 environmental specifications

AIT tape drives 74

LTO-1 tape drives 75

LTO-2 tape drives 76

NAStape 73

SDLT tape drives 77 Ethernet

configuration 22

jumbo frames 40

serial port configuration 33

IBM LTO-2 (see LTO-2) installation 13

environment 13

iSCSI

about 10 protocols 24 serial port configuration 35

jumbo frames 40

Knowledge Base 70

fax Spectra Logic 2 filer setup

Network Appliance 42

hardware environment 13 high voltage

warning 4 HP LTO-1 (see LTO-1) HTTP interface

connecting 17

device information 27

security 28

using 17

LEDs

AIT tape drive 46 LTO-1 tape drive 52 LTO-2 tape drive 56, 57 SDLT tape drive 62

legal

license 3 limited warranty 67 notices 2

repair policy 67 license, legal 3 limited warranty 67 LTO-1 cleaning cartridges

ordering 44

using 53

LTO-1 media

maintenance 54 purchasing 44 specifications 75

LTO-1 tape drives

about 52 cleaning 53 LEDs 52 specifications 75 using 52

LTO-2 cleaning cartridges

ordering 44 using 60

LTO-2 media

maintenance 61 purchasing 44 specifications 76

LTO-2 tape drives

about 56 cleaning 60 LEDs 56, 57 specifications 76 using 57, 58, 59

maintenance

AIT media 49 cleaning tape drives 48 LTO-1 media 54 LTO-2 media 61 SDLT media 65

media

AIT specifications 74 caution 4 LTO-1 specifications 75 LTO-2 specifications 76 purchasing 44 SDLT specifications 77

Index

NAStape

about 9

accessories

included 14

purchasing additional 44 cautions 4 environment 13 environmental specifications 73 information from HTTP interface 27 installation 13 repair policy 67 restart 27 returns 70 service 70 shipping 70 unpacking 14 using 43 warnings 4 warranty 67

NDMP 37

about 10 backup application notes 42 enable options 37 protocols 26

Network Appliance

filer setup 42

notes

as conventions 12 NDMP backup application 42

notices, legal 2

out-of-warranty repairs 68

Index

password

HTTP interface 28 serial port configuration 32

phone Spectra Logic 2

sales 44 technical support 70

policies

limited warranty 67 repair 67

power

cable 71 international requirements 72 NAStape requirements 71 US requirements 72 warning 4

protocols

about iSCSI 10 about NDMP 10 iSCSI 24 NDMP 26

Quantum SDLT (see SDLT)

repair policy 67

out-of-warranty 68

requirements

NAStape power 71 restart NAStape 27 RMA numbers

contacting technical support 70

SDLT cleaning cartridges

ordering 44 using 63

SDLT media

maintenance 65 purchasing 44 specifications 77

SDLT tape drives

about 62 cleaning 63 LEDs 62, 63

specifications 77 security 28 serial port

connecting 29

Ethernet configuration 33

iSCSI configuration 35

password configuration 32

using 29 sharing tape devices 10 shipping

NAStape 70

under warranty 68 specifications

AIT media 74

AIT tape drives 74

LTO-1 media 75

LTO-1 tape drives 75

LTO-2 media 76

LTO-2 tape drives 76

NAStape environment 73

NAStape power 71

SDLT media 77

SDLT tape drives 77

Spectra Logic

contacting 2 Knowledge Base 70 sales 44 technical support 70

e-mail 70 phone 70

Web site 44, 70

tape drives

(also see drive type) about NAStape drives 9

technical support

contacting 70 Knowledge Base 70 RMA numbers 70 warranty policies 67

troubleshooting

Knowledge Base 70

unpacking the NAStape 14 user guide

intent 12

using

59 AIT tape drives 45 HTTP interface 17 LTO-1 tape drive 52 LTO-2 tape drives 56 NAStape 43 serial port 29 Web interface 17

Index

voltage

warning 4

warnings

AC power 4

as conventions 12

high voltage 4

NAStape 4 warranty 67

shipping 68 Web interface

configuration 21

connecting 17

device information 27

logout 28

maintenance 27

restart 27

security 28

status 19

using 17 Web site

Spectra Logic 2, 44, 70

Knowledge Base 70

Spectra Logic NAStape 100, NAStape 200 User Manual

Specifications and Main Features

Frequently Asked Questions

User Manual

Notices

How to Contact Spectra Logic Corporation

License

Warnings and Cautions

AC Power

High Voltage

Tapes

1 Introduction

About NAStape®

Flexible Connectivity

iSCSI

NDMP

Sharing Tape Devices

About This Guide

Conventions Used

Equipment Markings

2 Installing NAStape

Preparing for Installation

Proper Installation Environment

Unpacking the NAStape

Removing the NAStape from Its Packaging

Connecting the NAStape

3 Using the HTTP Interface

Connecting to the HTTP Interface

How to Proceed

Status

Configuration

iSCSI

NDMP

Maintenance

Security

Logout

4 Using the Serial Port Interface

Serial Port Connection

How to Proceed

Password Configuration

Ethernet Configuration

Procedure Notes

iSCSI

NDMP Setup

Enabling NDMP

Configuring NDMP

Enabling Options

Jumbo Frames

Host Bus Adapters

NDMP Backup Application Notes

Network Appliance Filer Setup

5 Using the NAStape

Powering On and Off

Checking Connection Status

Upgrading Firmware

Purchasing Media and Cleaning Cartridges

Contacting Spectra Logic

6 NAStape 100 Tape Drives and Media

AIT Tape Drives

AIT Tape Drive LEDs

Getting Information from the LEDs

Maintaining the AIT Tape Drive

Tape Drive Head Cleaning

Caring for AIT Data Cartridges

Handling of Tape Cartridges

7 NAStape 200 Tape Drives and Media

HP Ultrium Generation 1 Tape Drives

HP Ultrium Tape Drive LEDs

Maintaining the HP Ultrium Tape Drive

Caring for HP Ultrium Media

IBM Ultrium Generation 2 Tape Drives

IBM Ultrium Tape Drive LEDs

Maintaining the IBM Ultrium Tape Drive

Caring for IBM Ultrium Media

Quantum SDLT 320 Tape Drives

SDLT 320 Tape Drive LEDs

Maintaining the SDLT Tape Drive

Caring for SDLT Media

8 Warranty and Repair

Limited Warranty