Dell PowerVault 110T DLT VS80 User Manual
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DLT, VS and SDLT Media Handbook
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Summary of Contents for Dell PowerVault 110T DLT VS80
- Page 1 Trademarks used in this text: Dell, the DELL logo, PowerEdge, and PowerVault are trademarks of Dell Inc.; Post-it is a registered trademark of 3M. Windows is a registered trademark of Microsoft Corporation. Other trademarks and trade names may be used in this document to refer to either the entities claiming the marks and names or their products.
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Page 3: Table Of Contents
Media Handling..................13 Media Care Guidelines ..........................15 Proper Media Labeling Techniques......................16 Visual Media Inspection ..........................17 DLTIV Cartridge Damage Examples ......................20 SDLT Media ............................21 Cartridge Storage Conditions ........................22 Media Do’s and Do Not’s........................23 Dell DLT, VS and SDLT Media Handbook Page 3... -
Page 4: List Of Tables
Table 2 Primary Media Type per Drive......................8 Table 3 Type IV, VS1, and SDLT1 Media Read/Write Compatibility ............10 Table 4 Cleaning Media Compatibility ......................11 Table 5 Symptoms of Using Expired Cleaning Media...................12 Dell DLT, VS and SDLT Media Handbook Page 4... -
Page 5: List Of Figures
Figure 25 Missing Cartridge Leader.......................20 Figure 26 Broken Leader Loop........................20 Figure 27 Loosely Packed Media ........................20 Figure 28 Creased Leader Loop........................20 Figure 29 Good SDLT Leader Buckles ......................21 Figure 30 SDLT Bent-In Leader Buckles.......................21 Dell DLT, VS and SDLT Media Handbook Page 5... -
Page 6: Revisions And Ownership Information
Formatted Figures and added SDLT Media handling section. 09/22/2005 Dell Changed DLTIV Damaged section pictures, added new text to DLTIV Drives and Media section 10/10/2005 Dell Created new Media Labeling section. Updated part numbers. Dell DLT, VS and SDLT Media Handbook Page 6... -
Page 7: Introduction
2 Introduction This document describes the media compatibility, handling and usage for the Dell™ PowerVault™ 110T DLT, SDLT 320/220, DLT1/VS80 and VS160. Table 1 shows the basic characteristics of the drives. This document does not cover DAT72, DDS4, LTO, LTO2, and LTO3 Tape technologies. -
Page 8: Drives And Media
Read only Primary SDLT220 Read only Primary SDLT320 Read only Primary Table 2 Primary Media Type per Drive Can only read media if it was formatted with a VS80 or DLT1 drive. Dell DLT, VS and SDLT Media Handbook Page 8... -
Page 9: Reusing Type Iv Media Formatted By Dlt7000 Or Dlt8000 In Vs80/Dlt1 Drives
SDLT320 can read media created with the SDLT220; the 220 media light will come on • SDLT220 cannot read media created by SDLT320; drive gives no warning but backup software indicates bad media. • Always label media with original use and formatting information Dell DLT, VS and SDLT Media Handbook Page 9... -
Page 10: Table 3 Type Iv, Vs1, And Sdlt1 Media Read/Write Compatibility
SDLT320 Density Select Utility is available on Quantum’s website in the SDLT320 download area. This software utility allows an SDLT320 drive to write in an SDLT220 format. The utility is available for both Windows® and Linux platforms. Dell DLT, VS and SDLT Media Handbook Page 10... -
Page 11: Cleaning Considerations
20 Uses 20 Uses 20 Uses 20 Uses Lifespan User keeps track User keeps track User keeps track Tape keeps track Tracking Table 4 Cleaning Media Compatibility Dell DLT, VS and SDLT Media Handbook Page 11... -
Page 12: Exhausted Cleaning Media
It is the customer’s responsibility to record usage of the Cleaning Tape and discard after 20 uses. The cartridge has little or no effect on head cleaning after the recommended 20 uses. Dell DLT, VS and SDLT Media Handbook Page 12... -
Page 13: Media Handling
Reel Locks – Prevent the media reel in the cartridge from spinning when the cartridge is not loaded in a drive and ensures proper tension of media is maintained. Cartridge Hub – Mechanical interconnect between the cartridge and the drive reel motor. Dell DLT, VS and SDLT Media Handbook Page 13... -
Page 14: Figure 14 Write Protect Tab
Write Protect Switch – The write protect switch prevents overwrite or erasure of data. When this switch is activated (orange is visible), data cannot be written to, appended to, or overwritten on the media. Figure 14 Write Protect Tab Figure 15 VS1 Write Protect Tab Dell DLT, VS and SDLT Media Handbook Page 14... -
Page 15: Media Care Guidelines
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. Figure 16 Media Care Dell DLT, VS and SDLT Media Handbook Page 15... -
Page 16: Proper Media Labeling Techniques
Store extra labels away from the cartridge. Labels clinging to the cartridge because of static or humidity can be introduced into the tape drive and block the cartridge drive gear. Figure 17 Proper Label Placement Figure 18 Proper Barcode Placement Dell DLT, VS and SDLT Media Handbook Page 16... -
Page 17: Visual Media Inspection
The reel locks should spring back when released. Cartridge Hub: Confirm the spring-loaded hub on the bottom of the cartridge is centered. Press the hub; it will spring back if operating properly. Figure 19 Media Inspection 1 Dell DLT, VS and SDLT Media Handbook Page 17... -
Page 18: Figure 20 Media Inspection 2
Figure 20 Media Inspection 2 Figure 21 Media Inspection 3 Figure 22 Media Inspection 4 Dell DLT, VS and SDLT Media Handbook Page 18... -
Page 19: Figure 23 Sdlt Leader Latch
Figure 23 SDLT Leader Latch Figure 24 DLT Type IV Leader Loop Dell DLT, VS and SDLT Media Handbook Page 19... -
Page 20: Dltiv Cartridge Damage Examples
Do not use any cartridge exhibiting the types of problems shown in these examples. Figure 25 Missing Cartridge Leader Figure 26 Broken Leader Loop Figure 27 Loosely Packed Media Figure 28 Creased Leader Loop Dell DLT, VS and SDLT Media Handbook Page 20... -
Page 21: Sdlt Media
Figure 30 SDLT Bent-In Leader Buckles Media with bent-in leader buckles can cause the tape drive to drop the leader when trying to load the media into the take-up reel. Dell DLT, VS and SDLT Media Handbook Page 21... -
Page 22: Cartridge Storage Conditions
Maximum wet bulb temperature 78º F (26º C) Data archival storage (for one or more years) Between 64º F and 79º F (18º C and 26º C) Between 40% and 60% relative humidity Dell DLT, VS and SDLT Media Handbook Page 22... -
Page 23: Media Do's And Do Not's
Stack cartridges horizontally Disassemble cartridges Use adhesive labels Ship cartridges in drive Store near magnetic fields (e.g., speakers, monitors, electric motors, power supplies) Use a cartridge that fell from 3 ft. or higher Dell DLT, VS and SDLT Media Handbook Page 23...