HP A7518B HP StorageWorks SDLT Tape Drive Getting Started Guide - internal mod
HP A7518B - StorageWorks SDLT 600 Tape Drive Manual
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- HP A7518B | HP StorageWorks SDLT Tape Drive Getting Started Guide - internal mod - Page 1
hp StorageWorks SDLT tape drive getting started guide internal model SDLT 600i - HP A7518B | HP StorageWorks SDLT Tape Drive Getting Started Guide - internal mod - Page 2
open this flap for quick start installation poster - HP A7518B | HP StorageWorks SDLT Tape Drive Getting Started Guide - internal mod - Page 3
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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 Replacing - HP A7518B | HP StorageWorks SDLT Tape Drive Getting Started Guide - internal mod - Page 6
an additional warranty. Printed in the U.K. Product Details Write your tape drive details here so you can find them easily if you need them. The model name is on the front of the drive and the product and serial numbers are on a label on the bottom of the drive. Model (type of drive): Model (number - HP A7518B | HP StorageWorks SDLT Tape Drive Getting Started Guide - internal mod - Page 7
HP StorageWorks SDLT 600 tape drive is a high-capacity, high-performance streaming tape drive. It is installed into a spare drive bay in your server. Before starting to install your tape drive, you should consider the following. Which operating systems are supported? HP StorageWorks SDLT 600 drives - HP A7518B | HP StorageWorks SDLT Tape Drive Getting Started Guide - internal mod - Page 8
the HP StorageWorks SDLT 600 tape drive. Power requirements are: Voltage 5 V 12 V Typical Current 3.1 A (standby) to 5.5 A (write-streaming) drive operation. Specifically, the air flow must be sufficient to keep the tape path temperature below 50o C ambient operation. Always operate the tape drive - HP A7518B | HP StorageWorks SDLT Tape Drive Getting Started Guide - internal mod - Page 9
Windows users After you install the tape drive, insert the HP StorageWorks Tape CD-ROM and follow the link to download the HP driver from our web site: www.hp.com/support. Refer to the accompanying README file for specific installation instructions for Windows NT, Windows 2000, Windows XP and - HP A7518B | HP StorageWorks SDLT Tape Drive Getting Started Guide - internal mod - Page 10
HP Product Registration Drivers User Documentation HP Library & Tape Tools CD-ROM Guide Figure 1: the HP StorageWorks Tape CD-ROM 6 - HP A7518B | HP StorageWorks SDLT Tape Drive Getting Started Guide - internal mod - Page 11
"User Documentation" topic on the HP StorageWorks Tape CD-ROM for a UNIX Configuration guide and an online User's Guide that provides more detailed information about using your HP StorageWorks SDLT 600 tape drive. Refer to your backup application's documentation for instructions on how to back up - HP A7518B | HP StorageWorks SDLT Tape Drive Getting Started Guide - internal mod - Page 12
SCSI ribbon cable 68-pin internal LVD/SE connector (Use this connector) 68-pin internal SE connector (Do not use) 50-pin internal SE connector (Do not use) The example shows an Adaptec 29160 HBA SCSI HBA SCSI ribbon cable tape drive Figure 2: checking the SCSI connection 8 - HP A7518B | HP StorageWorks SDLT Tape Drive Getting Started Guide - internal mod - Page 13
to ensure it is the correct SCSI bus type. Most users can use HP Library & Tape Tools to check the SCSI bus type, see page 33. If you answer 'Yes' to all these questions, you are ready to install your tape drive. If you answer 'No', you will probably need to purchase and install additional - HP A7518B | HP StorageWorks SDLT Tape Drive Getting Started Guide - internal mod - Page 14
Example SCSI IDs NC 8 4 2 1 NC 8 4 2 1 NC 8 4 2 1 NC 8 4 2 1 NC 8 4 2 1 2 3 6 9 13 DEFAULT Figure 3a: checking the SCSI ID TERM PWR jumper is fitted as default Simply remove jumper if you need to disable termination power Figure 3b: checking TERM PWR 10 - HP A7518B | HP StorageWorks SDLT Tape Drive Getting Started Guide - internal mod - Page 15
Your HP StorageWorks SDLT 600 drive is shipped with a default SCSI ID of 6, but it can be assigned any unused ID between 0 and 15. Do not use SCSI ID 7, which is reserved for the SCSI controller.SCSI ID 0 is typically assigned to the boot disk and should also not be used unless the tape drive is - HP A7518B | HP StorageWorks SDLT Tape Drive Getting Started Guide - internal mod - Page 16
Figure 4a: preparing mounting bay in a typical HP AlphaServer Figure 4b: preparing mounting bay in a typical HP Proliant server 12 - HP A7518B | HP StorageWorks SDLT Tape Drive Getting Started Guide - internal mod - Page 17
server manuals (for cable or power cable from other devices to maneuver the new drive HP AlphaServer ES40, you must also remove the half-height device divider. The internal tape drive requires adequate air flow to dissipate the heat resulting from continuous drive operation. It is important to keep - HP A7518B | HP StorageWorks SDLT Tape Drive Getting Started Guide - internal mod - Page 18
hole 1 hole 3 Figure 5a: preparing mounting bay in a typical HP Proliant ML530 server hp StorSaDgeLTW6o0rk0s hole 2 hole 4 Figure 5b: preparing mounting bay in a typical HP Proliant ML570 server hp StorSaDgeLTW6o0rk0s hole 1 hole 3 M3 mounting screw (ML350) M3 offset mounting - HP A7518B | HP StorageWorks SDLT Tape Drive Getting Started Guide - internal mod - Page 19
of server require different mounting methods. The server may also incorporate a locking mechanism to hold the tape drive in place. See "Step 7: Secure the drive" on page 21. Please check your HP ProLiant server documentation to ascertain the correct method of mounting, and to check whether mounting - HP A7518B | HP StorageWorks SDLT Tape Drive Getting Started Guide - internal mod - Page 20
hp StorSaDgeLTW6o0rk0s Figure 6: installing the drive 16 - HP A7518B | HP StorageWorks SDLT Tape Drive Getting Started Guide - internal mod - Page 21
screws at this point because you may have to move the drive to get the cables into place. Orientation The internal tape drive may be installed top side up, left side down or right side down. Do not install it upside down. Check your server documentation to check what orientations it supports. 17 - HP A7518B | HP StorageWorks SDLT Tape Drive Getting Started Guide - internal mod - Page 22
1 power cable 2 SCSI ribbon cable 2 SCSI ribbon cable (correctly terminated) SCSI controller connection 18 tape drive power supply 1 power cable Figure 7: attaching power and SCSI cables - HP A7518B | HP StorageWorks SDLT Tape Drive Getting Started Guide - internal mod - Page 23
power and SCSI cables To support the high performance of the tape drive it is important to use a suitably-rated SCSI cable. We recommend that you use the ribbon cable supplied with the tape drive. This supports up to Ultra 4 (320) bus speeds. 1 Attach a spare power cable from the server's internal - HP A7518B | HP StorageWorks SDLT Tape Drive Getting Started Guide - internal mod - Page 24
StorSaDgeLTW6o0rk0s plastic rail server latch Figure 8a: securing drive to mounting hardware (example shows HP ProLiant ML530) hp StorSaDgeLTW6o0rk0s screws go through hole position 1 and 3 of tape drive (see page 14) use M3 screws Figure 8b: securing drive, no mounting hardware (example shows - HP A7518B | HP StorageWorks SDLT Tape Drive Getting Started Guide - internal mod - Page 25
bay and make sure the server latch is locked in position, as shown in Figure 8a. 2 Replace the cover on the server. No mounting hardware used (HP AlphaServer) 1 Use the M3 screws provided with the tape drive to secure it in place. Check that the holes in the chassis are aligned with the holes - HP A7518B | HP StorageWorks SDLT Tape Drive Getting Started Guide - internal mod - Page 26
slide in label here indicates leading direction hp StorSaDgeLTW6o0rk0s Figure 9a: loading a cartridge StorSaDgeLTW6o0rk0s Eject button Figure 9b: unloading a cartridge 22 - HP A7518B | HP StorageWorks SDLT Tape Drive Getting Started Guide - internal mod - Page 27
procedure, turn to "Troubleshooting" on page 36 for help in diagnosing and fixing the problem. 4 You are now ready to carry out a backup and restore test to check that the drive can write data to tape. Refer to your backup application documentation for specific instructions. Use the blank cartridge - HP A7518B | HP StorageWorks SDLT Tape Drive Getting Started Guide - internal mod - Page 28
Drive Density hp StorageWorks SDLT 600 Eject button Drive Status Cleaning Required Figure 10: tape drive controls and indicators 24 - HP A7518B | HP StorageWorks SDLT Tape Drive Getting Started Guide - internal mod - Page 29
Your HP StorageWorks SDLT 600 tape drive Your HP StorageWorks SDLT 600 tape drive has three LEDs (light emitting diodes) on the front panel, which indicate drive status, and an eject button. The LEDs provide useful troubleshooting information. See also "Understanding the LEDs" on page 41. See page - HP A7518B | HP StorageWorks SDLT Tape Drive Getting Started Guide - internal mod - Page 30
Super DLTtape TMII Q2020A 600GB Super DLTtapeTM II Q2020A orange rectangle indicates cartridge is protected Figure 11: write-protecting cartridges 26 - HP A7518B | HP StorageWorks SDLT Tape Drive Getting Started Guide - internal mod - Page 31
table. Type of cartridge Super DLTtape II Super DLTtape I Super DLTtape I DLT formats Capacity 600 GB* 320 GB* 220 GB* Various Compatibility Read/Write Read Only Read Only None table 2: SDLT 600 data cartridge compatibility Note SDLT 600 tape drives will eject a data cartridge written in DLT - HP A7518B | HP StorageWorks SDLT Tape Drive Getting Started Guide - internal mod - Page 32
clean the tape drive unless the tape drive specifically indicates cleaning is necessary. For ordering information see www.hp.com/go/storagemedia. 1 Insert the SDLT CleaningTape cartridge, with the Front Slide Label Slot facing outward. 2 The drive will carry out its cleaning cycle and eject the - HP A7518B | HP StorageWorks SDLT Tape Drive Getting Started Guide - internal mod - Page 33
Once you have installed and tested your HP StorageWorks SDLT 600 tape drive, please take a few minutes to register your product. You can register via the web at www.register.hp.com. To ensure your registration is complete, there are a number of questions on the electronic form that are mandatory - HP A7518B | HP StorageWorks SDLT Tape Drive Getting Started Guide - internal mod - Page 34
Figure 12a: using HP OBDR, step 1 Figure 12b: using HP OBDR, step 2 Figure 12c: using HP OBDR, step 3 30 - HP A7518B | HP StorageWorks SDLT Tape Drive Getting Started Guide - internal mod - Page 35
Using HP OBDR Compatibility Note HP One-Button Disaster Recovery is a standard feature on all HP StorageWorks SDLT 600 tape drives. However, it can only be used with specific configurations and will only recover the server to which the tape drive is directly connected. To check whether your - HP A7518B | HP StorageWorks SDLT Tape Drive Getting Started Guide - internal mod - Page 36
firmware upgrades and troubleshooting before you use HP OBDR. 1 Insert the latest bootable cartridge in the tape drive (see figure 12a). The cartridge must be written by a backup application that writes data to tape in CD-ROM format. 2 Hold down the eject button. Keeping the eject button pressed - HP A7518B | HP StorageWorks SDLT Tape Drive Getting Started Guide - internal mod - Page 37
. Compatibility information, updates, and latest version of this software can be found at www.hp.com/ support. HP Library & Tape Tools software provides free diagnostic and troubleshooting utilities. It allows you to: • Quickly identify, diagnose and troubleshoot drive and media problems. • Verify - HP A7518B | HP StorageWorks SDLT Tape Drive Getting Started Guide - internal mod - Page 38
HP Support at www.hp.com/ support. Is the tape drive on a dedicated SCSI bus? For optimum performance, we recommend that the tape drive is speed. There will also be restrictions on cable length. Can your system deliver the required performance? The HP StorageWorks SDLT 600 tape drive can write - HP A7518B | HP StorageWorks SDLT Tape Drive Getting Started Guide - internal mod - Page 39
• Is the operating system tuned for performance? You may need to adjust the data transfer packet size. • Are user applications, such as Exchange or database servers, optimized for backup performance? • Are there other factors that could be affecting performance, such as interference? 35 - HP A7518B | HP StorageWorks SDLT Tape Drive Getting Started Guide - internal mod - Page 40
to be rebooted. UNIX systems may have pluggable drivers, which allow drives to be attached to a running system and detected without rebooting. If the device is not detected on boot up, there is probably a problem with the physical hardware: cables, termination, connections, power or the host bus - HP A7518B | HP StorageWorks SDLT Tape Drive Getting Started Guide - internal mod - Page 41
a different cable is required, refer to the server. www.hp.com/go/connect web site. The screws or mounting hardware are not suitable for the server Description Further information Additional parts may be required for fitting The HP StorageWorks SDLT 600 internal tape drive the tape drive into - HP A7518B | HP StorageWorks SDLT Tape Drive Getting Started Guide - internal mod - Page 42
drive to the be placed. ribbon cable already inside your server then both the host bus adapter and the end of the ribbon cable will already be terminated and no further action is required. Refer also to the "SCSI Configuration" section in the online User's Guide on the HP StorageWorks Tape - HP A7518B | HP StorageWorks SDLT Tape Drive Getting Started Guide - internal mod - Page 43
from the HP StorageWorks Tape CD-ROM or from www.hp.com/support. For support on UNIX systems, see the UNIX Configuration Guide on the HP StorageWorks Tape CD-ROM. (Backup software that states support for HP StorageWorks SDLT 600 tape drives also provides the required drivers.) Future drivers will be - HP A7518B | HP StorageWorks SDLT Tape Drive Getting Started Guide - internal mod - Page 44
require drivers to be loaded. Recommended action Use HP Library & Tape Tools to check that the drive is installed properly. Refer to our World Wide Web site (www.hp.com/go/connect) for details of backup applications that support the HP StorageWorks SDLT 600 tape drive. Load any service packs - HP A7518B | HP StorageWorks SDLT Tape Drive Getting Started Guide - internal mod - Page 45
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 the front panel, which indicate drive status. These LEDs provide useful troubleshooting information. The tape drive performs - HP A7518B | HP StorageWorks SDLT Tape Drive Getting Started Guide - internal mod - Page 46
Right LED solid YELLOW The drive requires cleaning. Load the cleaning cartridge. See page 27 for supported cartridges and instructions. If the Cleaning Required LED is still illuminated when you load a new or known data cartridge after cleaning, call for service. Middle LED blinks GREEN; right - HP A7518B | HP StorageWorks SDLT Tape Drive Getting Started Guide - internal mod - Page 47
refer to the online User's Guide on the HP StorageWorks Tape CD-ROM. If you experience any problems using HP branded cartridges, check: • The service at www.hp.com/support. 1 Press and hold the Eject button on the front of the tape drive for 10 seconds. 2 Wait for the cartridge to be ejected. - HP A7518B | HP StorageWorks SDLT Tape Drive Getting Started Guide - internal mod - Page 48
Guide on the HP StorageWorks Tape SDLT 600 drive will accept the cartridge. If it does, the original drive may be faulty. Before calling customer service, please check that the tape drive is responding and that it can be seen on the SCSI bus. Users of most operating systems can use HP Library & Tape - HP A7518B | HP StorageWorks SDLT Tape Drive Getting Started Guide - internal mod - Page 49
contact details on the HP StorageWorks Tape CD-ROM and the HP web site. In particular: • The online User's Guide on the HP StorageWorks Tape CD-ROM contains an extensive troubleshooting topic. • The HP support web site contains a link to www.hp.com/support that takes you to HP's Customer Care web - HP A7518B | HP StorageWorks SDLT Tape Drive Getting Started Guide - internal mod - Page 50
holding the tape drive in place. 5 Disconnect the drive from the server's power and SCSI cables and slide it carefully out of the mounting bay. 6 Put the drive into the packaging that contained the replacement drive. 7 Note Return the faulty drive to your local HP Service Center. Instructions on - HP A7518B | HP StorageWorks SDLT Tape Drive Getting Started Guide - internal mod - Page 51
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