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Contents Figures v Tables vii Chapter 1. Introduction 1-1 Overview 1-1 Encryption 1-2 Specifications and Features 1-3 Tape Backup Software 1-4 Front Panel 1-4 Rear Panel 1-6 Chapter 2. Setting Up the Tape Drive Pre-installed Internal Drives Installing Internal Drives Installing the Internal Drive - Step-By-Step Instructions Installing External and Rack Mount Drives . . Installing the External Drive - Step-By-Step Instructions Verifying Drive Operation Loading Device Drivers Ethernet Service Port Procedures . . . . . 2-1 . 2-1 . 2-1 . 2-1 . 2-5 . 2-5 . 2-7 . 2-7 . 2-8 Chapter 3. Using the Tape Drive . . . 3-1 Operating the Drive 3-1 Loading, Unloading, and Write-Protecting Cartridges 3-2 Caring for Tape Cartridges 3-5 Cleaning the Tape Mechanism 3-7 Chapter 4. Using the Tape Backup Software 4-1 Chapter 5. Troubleshooting . . . . . 5-1 Obtaining Drivers and Firmware Upgrades . . . 5-1 Selecting a Diagnostic or Maintenance Function . . 5-1 General Guidelines 5-8 Methods of Receiving Errors and Messages . . . 5-9 Descriptions and Corrective Actions . . . . . 5-10 Drive Status 5-13 Drive Maintenance 5-14 Fixing SAS Connectivity Problems 5-15 Resolving Media-Related Problems 5-16 Removing an Internal SAS Tape Drive . . . . . 5-16 TapeAlert 5-17 Recovering a Tape Cartridge 5-20 Chapter 6. Specifications 6-1 General Specifications 6-1 Internal Drive 6-1 External Drive 6-2 Rack Mount Drive 6-3 Chapter 7. Getting Help 7-1 Technical Assistance 7-1 Dell Enterprise Training and Certification . . . . 7-3 Problems with Your Order 7-3 Product Information 7-3 Returning Items for Warranty Repair or Credit . . 7-3 Before You Call 7-3 Chapter 8. Contacting Dell 8-1 Appendix. Regulatory Information . . A-1 Glossary B-1 Index X-1 iii

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Product Information
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Returning Items for Warranty Repair or Credit
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Chapter 8. Contacting Dell
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