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Dell™ PowerVault™ 122T DLT VS80 Autoloader User's Guide Introduction Installing the Autoloader Operating the Autoloader Autoloader Administration Diagnostics and Troubleshooting Technical Specifications Contacting Dell Getting Help Regulatory Notes, Notices, and Cautions Throughout this guide problem - Dell PowerVault 122T DLT VS80 | Dell PowerVault 122T DLT VS80 Autoloader User's - Page 2
Back to Contents Page Autoloader Administration: Dell™ PowerVault™ 122T DLT VS80 Autoloader User's Guide Configuring the Autoloader Updating Firmware Running the Autoloader System Test Retrieving Information About the Autoloader Configuring the Autoloader The Configuration menu options enable you to - Dell PowerVault 122T DLT VS80 | Dell PowerVault 122T DLT VS80 Autoloader User's - Page 3
. In Sequential Mode, the autoloader will automatically unload and load tapes from the drive. The operator determines the first tape to load by loading the desired tape into the tape drive using the autoloader's front panel controls (see "Loading Cartridges"). When the first tape is full or unloaded - Dell PowerVault 122T DLT VS80 | Dell PowerVault 122T DLT VS80 Autoloader User's - Page 4
to support.dell.com for details. Running the Autoloader System Test The System Test option cycles the autoloader through the process of loading, calibrating, and unloading all cartridges in the carousel. Running a System Test verifies the operational soundness of both the autoloader and tape drive - Dell PowerVault 122T DLT VS80 | Dell PowerVault 122T DLT VS80 Autoloader User's - Page 5
displays the revision of the firmware currently installed in the autoloader. NOTE: The tape drive and autoloader firmware are a single image, but the image may display as three firmware numbers on the front panel: Drive SCSI Controller, Robotics Controller Firmware, and Robotics SCSI Controller - Dell PowerVault 122T DLT VS80 | Dell PowerVault 122T DLT VS80 Autoloader User's - Page 6
Country Code City Code Anguilla Antigua and Barbuda Argentina (Buenos Aires) Department Name or Service Area, Website and E-Mail Address General Support General Support Website: www.dell.com.ar International Access Code: 00 Tech Support and Customer Care Country Code: 54 City Code: 11 Sales Tech - Dell PowerVault 122T DLT VS80 | Dell PowerVault 122T DLT VS80 Autoloader User's - Page 7
& Extended Service Sales General Support Sales, Customer Support, and Technical Support Country Code: 56 City Code: 2 China (Xiamen) Country Code: 86 City Code: 592 Tech Support website: support.dell.com.cn Tech Support E-mail: [email protected] Tech Support Fax Technical Support (Dimension - Dell PowerVault 122T DLT VS80 | Dell PowerVault 122T DLT VS80 Autoloader User's - Page 8
Business) Dominica Dominican Republic Ecuador El Salvador Finland (Helsinki) Fax Switchboard (Home/Small Business) General Support General Support General Support General Support Website: support.euro.dell.com International Access Code: 990 Country Code: 358 City Code: 9 E-mail: fin_support - Dell PowerVault 122T DLT VS80 | Dell PowerVault 122T DLT VS80 Autoloader User's - Page 9
Code: 001 Country Code: 852 E-mail: [email protected] Technical Support (Dimension™ and Inspiron™) Technical Support (OptiPlex™, Latitude™, and Dell Precision™) Technical Support (PowerApp™, PowerEdge™, PowerConnect™, and PowerVault™) Gold Queue EEC Hotline Customer Advocacy Large Corporate - Dell PowerVault 122T DLT VS80 | Dell PowerVault 122T DLT VS80 Autoloader User's - Page 10
OptiPlex™, and Latitude™) Technical Support outside of Japan (Dell Precision, OptiPlex, and Latitude) Korea (Seoul) International Access Code: 001 Country Code: 82 City Code: 2 Latin America Technical Support (Axim™) Technical Support outside of Japan (Axim) Faxbox Service 24-Hour Automated Order - Dell PowerVault 122T DLT VS80 | Dell PowerVault 122T DLT VS80 Autoloader User's - Page 11
Sales Corporate Sales Mexico Customer Technical Support International Access Code: 00 Country Code: 52 Sales Customer Service Main Montserrat Netherlands Antilles Netherlands (Amsterdam) General Support General Support Website: support.euro.dell.com International Access Code: 00 E-mail - Dell PowerVault 122T DLT VS80 | Dell PowerVault 122T DLT VS80 Autoloader User's - Page 12
Sales Fax Switchboard Southeast Asian and Pacific Countries Spain (Madrid) Customer Technical Support, Customer Service, and Sales (Penang, Malaysia) Website: support.euro.dell.com International Access Code: 00 E-mail: support.euro.dell.com/es/es/emaildell/ 001-800-220-1006 671 16882 671 17514 - Dell PowerVault 122T DLT VS80 | Dell PowerVault 122T DLT VS80 Autoloader User's - Page 13
Code: 001 Country Code: 66 Customer Service (Penang, Malaysia) Sales Trinidad/Tobago Turks and Caicos Islands General Support General Support U.K. (Bracknell) Website: support.euro.dell.com International Access Code: 00 Customer Care website: support.euro.dell.com/uk/en/ECare/Form/Home.asp - Dell PowerVault 122T DLT VS80 | Dell PowerVault 122T DLT VS80 Autoloader User's - Page 14
) Consumer (Home and Home Office) Technical Support Customer Service DellNet™ Service and Support Employee Purchase Program (EPP) Customers Financial Services website: www.dellfinancialservices.com Financial Services (lease/loans) Financial Services (Dell Preferred Accounts [DPA]) Business Customer - Dell PowerVault 122T DLT VS80 | Dell PowerVault 122T DLT VS80 Autoloader User's - Page 15
Back to Contents Page Diagnostics and Troubleshooting: Dell™ PowerVault™ 122T DLT VS80 Autoloader User's Guide Troubleshooting Removing Lodged Cartridges Autoloader Error Codes Troubleshooting Installation Problems Problems encountered during the installation of the autoloader are usually caused by - Dell PowerVault 122T DLT VS80 | Dell PowerVault 122T DLT VS80 Autoloader User's - Page 16
has on the tape drive. Temporarily disconnecting the autoloader from the host server eliminates the host and its software as a problem source. l Contact your service representative. Tape lodged in storage slot. l See "Removing Lodged Cartridges". Media Cleaning or data cartridge incompatible with - Dell PowerVault 122T DLT VS80 | Dell PowerVault 122T DLT VS80 Autoloader User's - Page 17
severe mechanical problem or if you need to remove cartridges because of a power failure or other circumstance in which the autoloader is unable to export the cartridges in the carousel, follow these steps: NOTE: Contact your Dell support representative if a cartridge is lodged in the drive. 1. Move - Dell PowerVault 122T DLT VS80 | Dell PowerVault 122T DLT VS80 Autoloader User's - Page 18
peg on the bottom of the cartridge carrier into the slot in the belt, then gently turn the cartridge carrier in place to lock it in Autoloader Error Codes," attempt to resolve the error by resetting or power cycling the autoloader and retrying the last operation. If the error persists, contact Dell - Dell PowerVault 122T DLT VS80 | Dell PowerVault 122T DLT VS80 Autoloader User's - Page 19
drive or a carousel slot. The Import/Export slot door was not in the requested position during device operation. Can be caused by manually opening the door, or a cartridge or other obstruction is blocking the door. Try removing the cartridge or obstruction, then power cycle or reset the autoloader - Dell PowerVault 122T DLT VS80 | Dell PowerVault 122T DLT VS80 Autoloader User's - Page 20
it out. 4. Use Dell's extensive suite of online services available at Dell Support at support.dell.com for help with installation and troubleshooting procedures. For more information, see "Online Services." 5. If the preceding steps have not resolved the problem, call Dell for technical assistance - Dell PowerVault 122T DLT VS80 | Dell PowerVault 122T DLT VS80 Autoloader User's - Page 21
address as your password. l Electronic Support Service [email protected] [email protected] (Asian/Pacific countries only) support.jp.dell.com (Japan only) support.euro.dell.com (Europe only) l Electronic Quote Service [email protected] [email protected] (Asian/Pacific countries only) sales_canada - Dell PowerVault 122T DLT VS80 | Dell PowerVault 122T DLT VS80 Autoloader User's - Page 22
support service, see "Before You Call" and then see the contact information for your region. Dell Enterprise Training and Certification Dell Enterprise Training and Certification is available; see www.dell.com/training for more information. This service may not be offered in all locations. Problems - Dell PowerVault 122T DLT VS80 | Dell PowerVault 122T DLT VS80 Autoloader User's - Page 23
, see your System Information Guide for important safety information. Diagnostics Checklist Name: Date: Address: Phone number: Service Tag (bar code on the back of the computer): Express Service Code: Return Material Authorization Number (if provided by Dell support technician): Operating system and - Dell PowerVault 122T DLT VS80 | Dell PowerVault 122T DLT VS80 Autoloader User's - Page 24
to Contents Page Installing the Autoloader: Dell™ PowerVault™ 122T DLT VS80 Autoloader User's Guide Installation Overview Understanding Autoloader Features Bar Code Reader SCSI Requirements Product Overview Choosing a Location Unpacking the Autoloader Identifying Product Components Connecting the - Dell PowerVault 122T DLT VS80 | Dell PowerVault 122T DLT VS80 Autoloader User's - Page 25
Power Switch 2 Media Door 3 Front Panel Hz Weight Air Quality NOTE: Locate the AC outlet near the autoloader. The AC power cord is the product's main AC disconnect . Humidity Clearance NOTICE: Excessive dust and debris can damage tapes and tape drives. 20-80% RH Back: Minimum of 15.4 cm (6 in) - Dell PowerVault 122T DLT VS80 | Dell PowerVault 122T DLT VS80 Autoloader User's - Page 26
Save the packing materials in case you need to move or ship the autoloader in the future. Identifying Product Components Accessories 1 SCSI Cable 2 SCSI Terminator 3 Power Cable 4 Quick Start Guide 5 CD (Drivers and Documentation) Rack Kit Components (if rackmount unit) Connecting the SCSI and Power - Dell PowerVault 122T DLT VS80 | Dell PowerVault 122T DLT VS80 Autoloader User's - Page 27
There are two device drivers associated with the Dell PowerVault 122T Autoloader. One for the autoloader itself, and a second for the VS80 Tape Drive within the autoloader. NOTE: The device drivers supplied on the Dell PowerVault 122T DLT VS80 Autoloader User's Manual and Drivers CD are required if - Dell PowerVault 122T DLT VS80 | Dell PowerVault 122T DLT VS80 Autoloader User's - Page 28
click Tape Drive, and then click Next. 13. Click Have Disk, type d:\Drivers\W2K\VS80\VS80, replacing d: with the drive letter for the CD drive into which you inserted the Dell PowerVault 122T Autoloader User's Manual and Drivers CD, and then click OK. 14. Click the Dell PowerVault 122T VS80 entry - Dell PowerVault 122T DLT VS80 | Dell PowerVault 122T DLT VS80 Autoloader User's - Page 29
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is SCSI-2 compatible and operates as a single SCSI ID/two LUN data storage device. The PowerVault 122T VS80 autoloader is equipped with a Quantum VS80 tape drive and contains up to eight DLTtapeIV cartridges, providing a compressed capacity of 640 GB and a sustained data transfer rate as high as 21 - Dell PowerVault 122T DLT VS80 | Dell PowerVault 122T DLT VS80 Autoloader User's - Page 31
Back to Contents Page Operating the Autoloader: Dell™ PowerVault™ 122T DLT VS80 Autoloader User's Guide Operator's Panel Overview Understanding the Menu Structure Using Cartridges Cleaning the Tape Drive Creating an Inventory of Cartridges Operator's Panel Overview The Operator's Panel consists of - Dell PowerVault 122T DLT VS80 | Dell PowerVault 122T DLT VS80 Autoloader User's - Page 32
a magnetic bulk eraser or degausser to prepare the cartridges for use with the autoloader. Many common degaussers are not adequate for DLT media. Contact your support representative for proper degaussing recommendations. l Clean the tape drive when the Clean Drive LED is illuminated, or if there is - Dell PowerVault 122T DLT VS80 | Dell PowerVault 122T DLT VS80 Autoloader User's - Page 33
LCD screen and the media door opens, insert the desired data cartridge into the media door so that the write-protect switch is facing out from the autoloader and towards the right. NOTE: If you are using the Operator's Panel to clean the drive, import the cleaning cartridge only when the operator - Dell PowerVault 122T DLT VS80 | Dell PowerVault 122T DLT VS80 Autoloader User's - Page 34
Place identification labels only in the slide-in slot on the front of the cartridge. Cleaning the Tape Drive When the Clean Drive LED is on, the autoloader's tape drive needs to be cleaned. An illuminated Media Attention LED or an exclamation point (!) in the inventory diplay may also indicate that - Dell PowerVault 122T DLT VS80 | Dell PowerVault 122T DLT VS80 Autoloader User's - Page 35
autoloader unloads and exports the cleaning cartridge. Remove the cleaning cartridge, and press Enter when the LCD screen prompts you to do so. NOTICE: If the Clean Drive or Media Attention LED is illuminated again when you insert another cartridge immediately after cleaning, see "Troubleshooting - Dell PowerVault 122T DLT VS80 | Dell PowerVault 122T DLT VS80 Autoloader User's - Page 36
Back to Contents Page Regulatory: Dell™ PowerVault™ 122T DLT VS80 Autoloader User's Guide UL and CUL Listing CE Compliance frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instruction manual, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. Any changes or modifications - Dell PowerVault 122T DLT VS80 | Dell PowerVault 122T DLT VS80 Autoloader User's - Page 37
- Dell PowerVault 122T DLT VS80 | Dell PowerVault 122T DLT VS80 Autoloader User's - Page 38
Back to Contents Page Technical Specifications: Dell™ PowerVault™ 122T DLT VS80 Autoloader User's Guide Physical Specifications Autoloader Specifications Autoloader Environmental Specifications Tape Drive Specifications Physical Specifications Characteristic Product Alone Packaged Height 8.4 cm - Dell PowerVault 122T DLT VS80 | Dell PowerVault 122T DLT VS80 Autoloader User's - Page 39
Characteristic DLT1 formatted capacity Basic description Tape length Cartridge dimensions Shelf life Cartridge life Cleaning cartridge life DLTtapeIV Media 40 GB (non-compressed) 80 GB (2:1 typical compression) 0.5 inch (metal particle) 557 m (1828 ft) 10.4 x 10.4 x 2.5 cm (4.1 x 4.1 x 1.0 in
Dell™ PowerVault™ 122T DLT VS80 Autoloader User's Guide
Introduction
Installing the Autoloader
Operating the Autoloader
Autoloader Administration
Diagnostics and Troubleshooting
Technical Specifications
Contacting Dell
Getting Help
Regulatory
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