4 Installing an external SAS tape drive
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Make sure you have the correct cable
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Connecting the tape drive to an external SAS port, Option 1
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Connecting to an internal SAS port, Options 2 and 3
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PCI slots
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Remove server cover
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Connect SAS cable to internal SAS port
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Option 2: Connect cable to spare port on host SAS controller or host HBA
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Option 3: Connect cable to port on host SAS controller and replace existing SAS cable
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Reboot the server
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5 Verify installation
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6 Operating your tape drive
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Front panel, DAT 320 tape drives
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Front panel, DAT 160 tape drives
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LED sequences, DAT 320 and DAT 160 tape drives
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Encryption LED, DAT 320 models only
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Loading and unloading
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Inserting cartridges
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Removing cartridges
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Removing power from the drive
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7 Use the correct media
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Data cartridges
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HP StorageWorks DAT 320 and DAT 160 tape drives and cartridges
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Backup application/media compatibility
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Tape drive/media compatibility
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DAT 320 tape drives and encryption
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When should I use encryption?
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How do I enable encryption?
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When will I be asked to enter the key?
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What happens if I don't remember the key?
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Does encryption affect tape drive performance?
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Does the tape drive encrypt media in an earlier DAT format?
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Where can I get more information?
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Write-protecting cartridges
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Cleaning cartridges
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Expired cleaning cartridges
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Handling cartridges
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Getting the most out of cartridges and drives
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8 Using HP OBDR
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Compatibility
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What does HP OBDR do?
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Remote disaster recovery (ProLiant servers only)
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Testing for compatibility
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Running HP OBDR
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If restore fails
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Diagnostic Tools and Performance
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Diagnostic tools
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