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HP DDS-3 Tape Drive User's Guide R Workstation Systems Group Order No. A1658-90702 Edition E1296 Printed in U.S.A. - HP Model 755/125cL | hp DDS-3 tape drive user's guide (a1658-90702) - Page 2
© Hewlett-Packard Co. 1996 First Printing: December 1996 UNIX is a registered trademark in the United States and other countries, licensed exclusively through X/Open Company Limited. NOTICE The information contained in this document is subject to change without notice. HEWLETT-PACKARD MAKES NO - HP Model 755/125cL | hp DDS-3 tape drive user's guide (a1658-90702) - Page 3
Contents Preface Audience vii Safety and Regulatory Statements viii Installation Notice ix Related Manuals x Revision History x Questions, Suggestions, or Problems xi Documentation Conventions xi Chapter 1 Introduction General Description 1-2 DDS-3 Drive Environmental Requirements 1-3 DDS-3 - HP Model 755/125cL | hp DDS-3 tape drive user's guide (a1658-90702) - Page 4
and Removal/Replacement Procedures Troubleshooting 3-1 Checking the Address Settings for Single-Ended Drives 3-2 Checking the Hardware Installation 3-3 Rechecking the Address Settings 3-5 Verifying the System Operation Using the Support Tools Manager 3-5 Removal/Replacement Procedures - HP Model 755/125cL | hp DDS-3 tape drive user's guide (a1658-90702) - Page 5
Contents Figures 1-1. HP DDS-3 Drive 1-2 1-2. HP DDS-3 Drive Physical Specifications 1-5 1-3. Rear View of DDS-3 Drive and SCSI Address/ 3-10 3-3. Adding or Removing Expansion Brackets 3-11 Tables 2-1. LED Display Codes 2-3 2-2. HP DDS Drive Compatibility 2-8 A-1. SCSI Connector Pinouts A-1 v - HP Model 755/125cL | hp DDS-3 tape drive user's guide (a1658-90702) - Page 6
Preface The HP DDS-3 Tape Drive User's Guide describes how to install, configure, and use the DDS-3 drive. We've organized this guide as follows: Chapter 1 it. Chapter 3 Provides information on caring for DDS tapes, troubleshooting information, and removal/replacement procedures for the DDS-3 drive. - HP Model 755/125cL | hp DDS-3 tape drive user's guide (a1658-90702) - Page 7
the Owner's Guide that came with instructions may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. Hewlett-Packard's system certification tests were conducted with HP-supported peripheral devices and HP - HP Model 755/125cL | hp DDS-3 tape drive user's guide (a1658-90702) - Page 8
Preface Emissions Regulations Compliance Any third-party I/O device installed in HP system(s) must be in accordance with the requirements set forth in the preceding Emissions Regulations statements. In the event that a third-party noncompliant I/O device is - HP Model 755/125cL | hp DDS-3 tape drive user's guide (a1658-90702) - Page 9
carefully read and follow the instructions provided. Customers who elect to HP 9000 Series 700 Computers (B2355-90040) • Using HP-UX (B2910-90001) Documents specific to HP DDS drives: • User's Manual, Vol 1 of HP DDS Technical Manual (C1534-90911) • Integration Guide, Vol 2 of HP DDS Technical Manual - HP Model 755/125cL | hp DDS-3 tape drive user's guide (a1658-90702) - Page 10
problems with our hardware, software, or documentation, please call 1-888-301-5932 (U.S. and Canada), or contact the HP Response Center for your country. Documentation Conventions Unless otherwise noted in the text, this guide a key on your keyboard. (In this manual we refer to the Return key. On - HP Model 755/125cL | hp DDS-3 tape drive user's guide (a1658-90702) - Page 11
Chapter 1 Introduction This document describes the HP DDS-3 drive (HP model number C1537A), its installation, operation, troubleshooting, and removal/replacement procedures. This chapter introduces the DDS-3 drive and contains the following information: • General description of the drive • Preparing - HP Model 755/125cL | hp DDS-3 tape drive user's guide (a1658-90702) - Page 12
Introduction General Description The HP DDS-format drives have been developed by Hewlett Packard for data storage drives that build on DAT technology. The capacity. The DDS-3 drive is compatible with all DDS-1 and DDS-2 drive formats. Figure 1-1 shows the DDS-3 drive. Figure 1-1. HP DDS-3 Drive 1-2 - HP Model 755/125cL | hp DDS-3 tape drive user's guide (a1658-90702) - Page 13
Random 0.3 g peak, 5-500 Hz @ 1 octave/min 5-350 Hz @ 0.00053 g2/Hz HP C1534A/ 350-500 Hz @ -6 dB/octave 36A/53A Random 500 Hz @ 0.000271 g2/Hz (≈0.5 g rms) 5-350 Hz @ 0.0002 g2/Hz HP C1533A/ HP C1537A 350-500 Hz @ -6 dB/octave 500 Hz @ 0.0001 g2/Hz (≈0.3 g rms - HP Model 755/125cL | hp DDS-3 tape drive user's guide (a1658-90702) - Page 14
Introduction • Shock Operating (3 axes for drives) no performance change Operating (3 axes for drives) no data loss Non-Operating (3 axes) no damage 5.0 g peak for 3 ms: half sine 8.0 g peak for 11 ms: half sine 0 km to 15.2 km (0 to 50,000 ft) • Altitude Operating Non-Operating 0 km to 4.6 km - HP Model 755/125cL | hp DDS-3 tape drive user's guide (a1658-90702) - Page 15
in.) 150 mm (5.85 in.) + + 101.6 mm (3.96 in.) 94 mm (3.66 in.) + + 30.9 mm (1.20 in.) 70 mm (2.73 in.) 3.8 mm (.15 in.) Figure 1-2. HP DDS-3 Drive Physical Specifications 1-5 - HP Model 755/125cL | hp DDS-3 tape drive user's guide (a1658-90702) - Page 16
T10) (not included in all kits) • SCSI I/O cable • Static strap • HP DDS-3 Tape Drive User's Guide (A1658-90702) NOTICE: If any contents of your kit are missing, contact your sales representative. Operating System Support The HP DDS-3 drive supports HP-UX 10.01 and later. This drive requires patches - HP Model 755/125cL | hp DDS-3 tape drive user's guide (a1658-90702) - Page 17
uninstalled DDS-3 drives in their protective antistatic bags. If you need to change the DDS-3 drive address or operation mode, follow these instructions, referring to Figures 1-3 and 1-4: 1. Locate the jumpers at the back of the DDS-3 drive. 2. To change the jumper settings, use needlenose pliers - HP Model 755/125cL | hp DDS-3 tape drive user's guide (a1658-90702) - Page 18
the following steps: 1. Attach the static-grounding wrist strap by following the instructions on the package. Attach one end of the strap to the system chassis. that's not used by another SCSI-2 device. Using Figure 1-3 as a guide, use needlenose pliers to set the jumpers. When finished, refer to " - HP Model 755/125cL | hp DDS-3 tape drive user's guide (a1658-90702) - Page 19
SCSI Connector Power Connector SCSI Term SCSI Term ID PWR* Bit 2 Bit 1 Bit 0 ID PWR* Bit 2 Bit 1 Bit 0 0 4 1 5 2 6 3 (Default) *Term PWR is not used in HP workstation configurations. Figure 1-3. Rear View of DDS-3 Drive and SCSI Address/Jumper Settings 1-9 - HP Model 755/125cL | hp DDS-3 tape drive user's guide (a1658-90702) - Page 20
Introduction Operation Mode Switches ON 1 2345678 Compression Disabled, No Host Control ON 1 2345678 Compression Disabled, Host Can Control Compression ON 1 2345678 Compression Enabled, No Host Control ON 1 2345678 Compression Enabled, With Host Control Default Setting Figure 1-4. Switch - HP Model 755/125cL | hp DDS-3 tape drive user's guide (a1658-90702) - Page 21
The list appears similar to the following: H/W Path Class Description bc 8 bc I/O Adapter 8/0 ext_bus GSC built-in Fast/Wide SCSI Interface 12/5 ext_bus Built-in SCSI 8/12/5.3 target 8/12/5.3.0 tape. HP C1537A 8/12/5.4 target 8/12/5.4.0 disk. SEAGATE ST3600N 8/12/5.6 - HP Model 755/125cL | hp DDS-3 tape drive user's guide (a1658-90702) - Page 22
system administrator. If your workstation is part of a cluster, refer to Managing Clusters of HP 9000 Computers for instructions on shutting down. SCSI-2 Connection and Termination Only single-ended SCSI-2 configuration is supported. Only unshielded connectors can be used. The DDS-3 drive does not - HP Model 755/125cL | hp DDS-3 tape drive user's guide (a1658-90702) - Page 23
IDs), you do not need to shut down before powering off. If you accidentally rebooted HP-UX while determining the address settings, see "Preparing the System," earlier in this chapter, for instructions on shutting down HP-UX. 2. Disconnect the power cord from the rear of the workstation and the wall - HP Model 755/125cL | hp DDS-3 tape drive user's guide (a1658-90702) - Page 24
may need to add or remove a bezel or expansion brackets to ensure that your DDS-3 drive fits in your system. Part numbers for the HP bezels are as follows: • C1533-60104 - 3 1/2 inch Dove Grey • C1533-60204 - 5 1/4 inch Dove Grey • C1533-60105 - 3 1/2 inch Flint Grey • C1533-60205 - 5 1/4 inch Flint - HP Model 755/125cL | hp DDS-3 tape drive user's guide (a1658-90702) - Page 25
Introduction To remove a bezel from a drive, use a straight blade screwdriver to lift the bezel tabs from the top of the drive, and push in the tabs at the sides of the drive. Refer to Figure 1-6. Figure 1-6. Removing a Bezel from the DDS-3 Drive To add expansion brackets to the drive or to remove - HP Model 755/125cL | hp DDS-3 tape drive user's guide (a1658-90702) - Page 26
Introduction Figure 1-7. Adding or Removing Expansion Brackets You are now ready to begin the hardware installation of your DDS-3 drive. The step-by-step instructions for installing the drive are found in the owner's guide that came with your workstation. 1-16 - HP Model 755/125cL | hp DDS-3 tape drive user's guide (a1658-90702) - Page 27
your DDS-3 drive: • DDS-3 drive configuration • Controls and features of the DDS-3 drive • Using the DDS-3 drive To verify HP-UX system operation, see the owner's guide that came with your workstation. For more information on checking or reconfiguring the kernel for a device driver or file, see - HP Model 755/125cL | hp DDS-3 tape drive user's guide (a1658-90702) - Page 28
DDS Drive Your DDS-3 Drive Configuration Your HP-UX operating system comes with preconfigured device with the operating system. To find out more about creating and using device files, see the owner's guide that came with your system. Controls and Features of the DDS-3 Drive Your DDS-3 tape drive is - HP Model 755/125cL | hp DDS-3 tape drive user's guide (a1658-90702) - Page 29
Flashing Green 1/2 sec on, 1/2 sec off Flashing Amber 1/2 sec on, 1/2 sec off Fast Flash Green 1/4 sec on, 1/4 sec off Data Cassettes Media Life HP DDS data cassettes are currently specified to 2000 passes over any part of the tape under optimal environmental conditions (50% relative humidity, 22 - HP Model 755/125cL | hp DDS-3 tape drive user's guide (a1658-90702) - Page 30
Media Wear (Caution) signal is displayed on the LED. NOTICE: Only use HP Cleaning Cassettes (HP92283K) to clean the tape heads. Do not use swabs or it 50 times. Media Restrictions If you interchange media between other HP workstation DDS tape drives, note that data cassettes with compressed data - HP Model 755/125cL | hp DDS-3 tape drive user's guide (a1658-90702) - Page 31
Using Your DDS Drive Push tab right for write. Push tab left for writeĆprotect. Figure 2-2. Setting the Write-Protect Tab on a DDS Tape To protect information on a data cassette from being overwritten, set the write-protect tab to the write-protect position, as shown in Figure 2-2. NOTICE: The write - HP Model 755/125cL | hp DDS-3 tape drive user's guide (a1658-90702) - Page 32
Using Your DDS Drive Using the DDS-3 Drive This section describes how to perform tasks with your DDS-3 tape drive. Loading and Unloading a Data Cassette Follow these steps to load and unload a data cassette from the DDS-3 tape drive: 1. Insert the data cassette into the drive, as shown in Figure - HP Model 755/125cL | hp DDS-3 tape drive user's guide (a1658-90702) - Page 33
SCSI 8/12/5.3 target 8/12/5.3.0 tape HP HPC1537A If your DDS-3 drive is not listed, go to Chapter 3, "Troubleshooting and Removal/ Replacement Procedures." For information on using device files or archiving data to or from the DDS-3 drive, see the owner's guide that came with your workstation - HP Model 755/125cL | hp DDS-3 tape drive user's guide (a1658-90702) - Page 34
on which tapes you can use with each of HP's DDS drives. Table 2-2. HP DDS Tape Drive Capability Without Data Compression Tape Length 60 meter 90 meter 120 meter 125 meter Full Height 5 1/4 inch DDS Tape Drive 1.3 GB Not Supported Not Supported Not Supported DDS-DC Tape Drives 1.3 GB 2.0 GB Not - HP Model 755/125cL | hp DDS-3 tape drive user's guide (a1658-90702) - Page 35
cassettes • HP92283B Box of five 90-meter DDS data cassettes • HP92300A Box of five 120-meter DDS data cassettes • HPC1517A Box of five 125-meter DDS data cassettes • HP92283K Package of two head-cleaning cassettes • HP92283L Lockable storage box for 12 cassettes CAUTION: Use only data cassettes - HP Model 755/125cL | hp DDS-3 tape drive user's guide (a1658-90702) - Page 36
and Removal/Replacement Procedures This chapter provides the following information on troubleshooting and removal/replacement procedures for your DDS-3 drive: • Checking the address settings • Checking the hardware installation • Verifying system operation • Field Replaceable Units • Powering - HP Model 755/125cL | hp DDS-3 tape drive user's guide (a1658-90702) - Page 37
Troubleshooting If you have trouble with any of these procedures, see the owner's guide that came with your system. This chapter explains what to do if you experience problems during the configuration process. It also explains how to run the Support in a terminal window or HP-UX command line: /usr/ - HP Model 755/125cL | hp DDS-3 tape drive user's guide (a1658-90702) - Page 38
Troubleshooting and Removal/Replacement Procedures H/W Path Class Description bc 8 bc I/O Adapter 8/0 ext_bus target 8/12/5.3.0 tape HP C1537A 8/12/5.4 target 8/12/5.4.0 disk SEAGATE ST3600N 8/12/5.6 target 8/12/5.6.0 disk MICROP 2112 10 bc I/O Adapter 10/12 ext_bus - HP Model 755/125cL | hp DDS-3 tape drive user's guide (a1658-90702) - Page 39
HP-UX under HP VUE, shut down your system by performing the shutdown procedure described in the owner's guide that came with your workstation. If you are running HP-UX without HP a cluster, refer to Managing Clusters of HP 9000 Computers for instructions on shutting down. 4. Power off the - HP Model 755/125cL | hp DDS-3 tape drive user's guide (a1658-90702) - Page 40
Troubleshooting and Removal/Replacement Procedures 8. Recheck the device list (see "Rechecking still not listed, contact your service representative. Verifying the System Operation Using the Support Tools Manager HP-UX uses a diagnostics product called the Support Tools Manager that allows system - HP Model 755/125cL | hp DDS-3 tape drive user's guide (a1658-90702) - Page 41
Troubleshooting and Removal/Replacement Procedures To access the Support Tools Manager, perform the following steps: 1. button. 3. Enter the following at the prompt: cstm RETURN The following screen appears: Support Tool Manager Version A.01.00 Type 'help' for a list of available commands. CSTM - HP Model 755/125cL | hp DDS-3 tape drive user's guide (a1658-90702) - Page 42
Troubleshooting and Removal/Replacement Procedures 4. To verify the system operation, type the to return to the CSTM> prompt after all test results are reported. 6. To exit the Support Tools Manager, type the following: CSTM> exit RETURN If any tests failed, further diagnosis is necessary by - HP Model 755/125cL | hp DDS-3 tape drive user's guide (a1658-90702) - Page 43
Troubleshooting and Removal/Replacement Procedures Removal/Replacement Procedures The removal/ Before performing the removal/replacement procedures, observe the following precautions: 1. Refer to the owner's guide that came with your system for the procedures to power off the system. 2. Unplug - HP Model 755/125cL | hp DDS-3 tape drive user's guide (a1658-90702) - Page 44
Troubleshooting and Removal/Replacement Procedures Removing and Replacing the DDS-3 Drive To open your system and to remove and reinstall the DDS-3 drive, refer to the owner's guide that came with your system. Read "Preparing to Install the DDS-3 Drive" in Chapter 1 of this guide before beginning an - HP Model 755/125cL | hp DDS-3 tape drive user's guide (a1658-90702) - Page 45
Troubleshooting and Removal/Replacement Procedures Figure 3-1. Adding a Bezel to the DDS-3 Drive Figure 3-2. Removing a Bezel from the DDS-3 Drive 3-10 - HP Model 755/125cL | hp DDS-3 tape drive user's guide (a1658-90702) - Page 46
Troubleshooting and Removal/Replacement Procedures Figure 3-3. Adding or Removing Expansion Brackets 3-11 - HP Model 755/125cL | hp DDS-3 tape drive user's guide (a1658-90702) - Page 47
Appendix A SCSI Connector Pinouts Table A-1. SCSI Connector Pinouts PIN SIGNAL PIN SIGNAL 1 GND 26 TERMPWR 2 DB(0) 27 GND 3 GND 28 GND 4 DB(1) 29 GND 5 GND 30 GND 6 DB(2) 31 GND 7 GND 32 -ATN 8 DB(3) 33 GND 9 GND 34 GND 10 DB(4) 35 GND 11 GND 36 -BSY - HP Model 755/125cL | hp DDS-3 tape drive user's guide (a1658-90702) - Page 48
2-4- 2-9 media life, 2-3- 2-9 ordering information, 2-9 troubleshooting, 3-2-3-12 using the drive, 2-1 verifying drive operation, description, 1-2 I indicators, LED, DDS-DC drive, 2-3- 2-9 installation OS support, 1-6 preparing the system, 1-11 adding or removing drive bezels or expansion brackets - HP Model 755/125cL | hp DDS-3 tape drive user's guide (a1658-90702) - Page 49
, A-1 SCSI IDs, jumpers, DDS-DC drive, 1-9 SCSI-2 connection and termination, 1-13 Support Tools Manager, 3-6-3-12 system verification tests, 3-6-3-12 T termination, 1-13 troubleshooting checking address settings, 3-2-3-12 checking hardware installation, 3-4-3-12 system verification tests, 3-6-3-12 - HP Model 755/125cL | hp DDS-3 tape drive user's guide (a1658-90702) - Page 50
HP DDS-3 Tape Drive User's Guide R Workstation Systems Group Order No. A1658-90702 Edition E1296 Printed in U.S.A. - HP Model 755/125cL | hp DDS-3 tape drive user's guide (a1658-90702) - Page 51
Order Number: A1658-90702 Edition 1296 Printed in U.S.A. *A1658-90702*
HP DDS-3 T
ape Drive
User’s Guide
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Workstation Systems Group
Order No. A1658–90702
Edition E1296
Printed in U.S.A.