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HP StorageWorks SDLT Tape Drive Getting Started Guide - external model (January 2004)


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... ID Step 3: Attach SCSI cable Step 4: Attach power cable Step 5: Install drivers and verify installation Using the tape drive Your HP StorageWorks SDLT 600 tape drive Use the correct media Register your tape drive Using HP OBDR Diagnostic tools Optimizing performance Troubleshooting Understanding the LEDs Problems with cartridges Other sources of information page 3 page 5 page 7 page 9 page 11 page 13 page... page 17 page 19 page 21 page 23 page 25 page 27 page 29 page 30 page 32 page 37 page 39 page 41 1 External drives -
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HP StorageWorks SDLT Tape Drive Getting Started Guide - external model (January 2004)


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...HVD) SCSI devices. 3 This shows how the HP StorageWorks SDLT 600 tape drive can be used in SCSI controller on your disk drive or RAID controller. Note The SCSI bus type determines the speed at the drive's maximum rate and provides a maximum cable length ... can be used . HP StorageWorks SDLT 600 tape drives are supported? Before starting to install your tape drive should only be connected to 3 meters. Before you should be the only device on the SCSI bus. For optimum performance your tape drive, you start The HP StorageWorks SDLT 600 tape drive is restricted to an ...
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HP StorageWorks SDLT Tape Drive Getting Started Guide - external model (January 2004)


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... users The recommended backup applications use software on the CD-ROM to verify that is compatible with HP One-Button Disaster Recovery, HP OBDR. (All HP StorageWorks SDLT 600 tape drives support HP OBDR. However, you are installing on IA64 system, such as you patch to the latest version... latest information on page 27.) 4 Make sure you can also download drivers directly from the HP StorageWorks Tape CD-ROM, but these and other products that supports HP StorageWorks SDLT 600 tape drives and download any upgrades or patches, if required. Drivers Windows users After you can also use...
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HP StorageWorks SDLT Tape Drive Getting Started Guide - external model (January 2004)


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...the languages in the DRIVERS directories on the HP StorageWorks Tape CD-ROM. User documentation Refer to the appropriate README file in which the contents of the CD directory structure and information about using your HP StorageWorks SDLT 600 tape drive. It also contains a set of most ...operating systems can use the "Product Registration" link on the HP StorageWorks Tape CD-ROM. 9 There is a separate sub-directory for further information...
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HP StorageWorks SDLT Tape Drive Getting Started Guide - external model (January 2004)


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... terminator and attach the next device to our web site for recommended products: www.hp.com/go/ connect. Why does the tape drive need to ensure that your HP StorageWorks SDLT 600 tape drive is provided to connect your disk drive. You, therefore, need a terminator? If it . Note: The recommended connection ... tightening the screws. (See Figure 5.) 5 Connect the multimode terminator to the tape drive's other end of the bus is not, do not connect it to the same bus as your HP StorageWorks SDLT 600 tape drive to a recommended SCSI bus type. Normally the HBA forms one of the SCSI...
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HP StorageWorks SDLT Tape Drive Getting Started Guide - external model (January 2004)


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The power switch is needed. Step 4: Attach power cable An external HP StorageWorks SDLT 600 tape drive will operate using any voltage in the range 100-240 volts (0.7 A, 50-60 Hz). No adjustment is on the rear panel. 2 Plug the power cable securely into the socket on the rear panel of the tape drive. (See Figure 6.) 3 Plug the other end of the power cable into the power outlet. 17 To connect your tape drive to the power supply, proceed as follows: 1 Make sure that the tape drive is switched OFF.
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HP StorageWorks SDLT Tape Drive Getting Started Guide - external model (January 2004)


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.... 21 An overtemp condition exists when the measured tape path temperature reaches 50o C. Your HP StorageWorks SDLT 600 tape drive Your HP StorageWorks SDLT 600 tape drive has three LEDs (light emitting diodes) on page 37. SCSI status will indicate the drive is rewound, unloaded, and ejected from the drive. middle. When you press the button, the drive completes any active writing of data to eject...
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HP StorageWorks SDLT Tape Drive Getting Started Guide - external model (January 2004)


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... being altered or overwritten, you do not use the SDLT CleaningTape with HP StorageWorks SDLT 600 tape drives, as other cleaning cartridges, such as shown in the following table. We recommend HP Super DLTtape II 600 GB* tape cartridges for tape cartridges and cleaning cartridges. Write-protecting cartridges If you that the tape drive needs 23 Do not use with some earlier formats...
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HP StorageWorks SDLT Tape Drive Getting Started Guide - external model (January 2004)


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...protecting your privacy. However, the more you have installed and tested your HP StorageWorks SDLT 600 tape drive, please take a few minutes to register your product. To ensure your registration is complete, there are mandatory. Register your tape drive Note Once you feel able to complete, the better we can register... via the web at www.register.hp.com. For further information, please visit our World Wide Web site (www.hp.com) and click on the electronic form...
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HP StorageWorks SDLT Tape Drive Getting Started Guide - external model (January 2004)


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... by default. Remote disaster recovery (ProLiant servers only) The HP Remote Insight Lights-Out Edition (RILOE) on all HP StorageWorks SDLT 600 tape drives. Using just the tape drive and the most recent backup cartridge HP OBDR allows you to recover from booting your system correctly When you change your tape drive goes through the following types of system disaster: • Hard...
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HP StorageWorks SDLT Tape Drive Getting Started Guide - external model (January 2004)


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...system deliver the required performance? If it is not, ensure other devices are LVD-compliant. Is the tape drive on a dedicated SCSI bus. The HP StorageWorks SDLT 600 tape drive can affect performance. They provide a guideline only of areas that allow you to test performance, refer to... to our white papers on cable length. Typical areas where bottlenecks can affect tape drive performance, particularly in a network environment or if the drive is not on a dedicated SCSI bus? HP StorageWorks SDLT 600 tape drives have an internal buffer of 64 MB. 30 They do not attempt to ...
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HP StorageWorks SDLT Tape Drive Getting Started Guide - external model (January 2004)


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... 35 Testing after installation Possible reason Recommended action You have disconnected the power or SCSI Check that states support for HP StorageWorks SDLT 600 tape drives also provides the required drivers.) Future drivers will be provided via the support web site when they become available....system recognizes devices during boot-up. Caution Never power off the drive while a cartridge is still loaded or during the connected. For support on Windows operating systems, drivers can be found on the HP StorageWorks Tape CD-ROM. (Backup software that the cables to your system is...
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HP StorageWorks SDLT Tape Drive Getting Started Guide - external model (January 2004)


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... 37), there may be connected If it is actively terminated. (Refer also to be loaded. Check that support the HP StorageWorks SDLT 600 tape drive. The tape drive was switched on after the Switch on . Some applications require drivers to the documentation for assistance. Load any service packs... as your SCSI controller and any bent pins. The drive does not work Possible reason Recommended action If the drive does not power up again. Try another power connector. Ensure that each device on the HP StorageWorks Tape CD-ROM.) The SCSI bus is not connected properly. server...
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HP StorageWorks SDLT Tape Drive Getting Started Guide - external model (January 2004)


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...and 15 seconds. • At power on, all three LEDs are on and the left LED flashes. This continues until the drive is on solid and the other two LEDs are off . • If the test fails, the middle and right LEDs remain ... off . • If self-test passes, the Drive Status (middle) LED is reset. 37 These LEDs provide useful troubleshooting information. Understanding the LEDs LEDs during self-test hp StorageWorks SDLT 600 Eject button Drive Density Drive Status Cleaning Required Your HP StorageWorks SDLT 600 tape drive has three LEDs (light emitting diodes) on self-test...
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HP StorageWorks SDLT Tape Drive Getting Started Guide - internal model (January 2004)


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... Step 3: Prepare the mounting bay Step 4: Attach mounting hardware Step 5: Install the drive Step 6: Attach power and SCSI cables Step 7: Secure the drive Step 8: Install drivers and verify installation Using the tape drive Your HP StorageWorks SDLT 600 tape drive Use the correct media Register your tape drive Using HP OBDR Diagnostic tools Optimizing performance Troubleshooting Understanding the LEDs Problems with cartridges Other...
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HP StorageWorks SDLT Tape Drive Getting Started Guide - internal model (January 2004)


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...server's SCSI bus? We also recommend that can be used. For most operating systems you start The HP StorageWorks SDLT 600 tape drive is a high-capacity, high-performance streaming tape drive. How do I check the SCSI bus type? Note The SCSI bus type determines the speed at ...cable (supplied with a spare 68-pin, high-density (HD), wide SCSI connector. The cable must be transferred as quickly. HP StorageWorks SDLT 600 tape drives are supported. Your tape drive is restricted to an Ultra 3 (160) or Ultra 4 (320) host bus adapter or SCSI controller using a correctly terminated...
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HP StorageWorks SDLT Tape Drive Getting Started Guide - internal model (January 2004)


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... for recommended products, configurations and ordering information: www.hp.com/go /connect. Some servers use . Always operate the tape drive within your server before you can also be available. Air flow requirements The internal tape drive requires adequate air flow to dissipate the heat resulting ... air temperature of any obstructions that may need one industry standard, 5¼-inch, full-height bay in which to install the HP StorageWorks SDLT 600 tape drive. For specific details relevant to your server's current SCSI configuration (see page 33). CD-ROM, and run the "Install Check...
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HP StorageWorks SDLT Tape Drive Getting Started Guide - internal model (January 2004)


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...and OpenVMS users The recommended backup applications use this feature. To upgrade drivers we recommend that supports HP StorageWorks SDLT 600 tape drives and download any upgrades or patches, if required. Further details about configuring device files in device ...system's standard, built-in the Configuration Guides on the availability of supported backup applications is compatible with HP One-Button Disaster Recovery, HP OBDR. (All HP StorageWorks SDLT 600 tape drives support HP OBDR. However, you do not have a backup application that you are installing on our connectivity web...
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HP StorageWorks SDLT Tape Drive Getting Started Guide - internal model (January 2004)


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... check SCSI ID information on the SCSI bus. UNIX users may like to print off the UNIX configuration guide. HP Library & Tape Tools HP Library & Tape Tools software provides diagnostic and troubleshooting utilities. Refer to your HP StorageWorks SDLT 600 tape drive. There is a separate sub-directory for a UNIX Configuration guide and an online User's Guide that provides more detailed...
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HP StorageWorks SDLT Tape Drive Getting Started Guide - internal model (January 2004)


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... - When you press the button, the drive completes any active writing of data to eject the tape cartridge from the drive. SCSI status will indicate the drive is rewound, unloaded, and ejected from the drive. When this condition is detected, the tape cartridge is in OBDR mode Drive Status - Your HP StorageWorks SDLT 600 tape drive Your HP StorageWorks SDLT 600 tape drive has three LEDs (light emitting diodes...

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