ADIC FastStor Mass Storage Device manual Ensity, Fmt, Mode 5 Density

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Mode 5 – DENSITY

Mode 5 is used to set the density format of the data cartridge tape. All previously unformatted DLTtape III, DLTtape IIIXT, and DLTtape IV data cartridges can be formatted to the densities shown in the following table.

Drive Model

Data Cartridge

Cartridge Density

Cartridge Density

 

 

(native mode)

(compressed mode)

 

 

 

 

DLT 4000

DLTtape III

2.6, 6.0, 10.0 GB

20.0 GB

 

DLTtape IIIXT

15.0 GB

30.0 GB

 

DLTtape IV

20.0 GB

40.0 GB

 

 

 

 

DLT 7000

DLTtape III

2.6, 6.0, 10.0 GB

20.0 GB

 

DLTtape IIIXT

15.0 GB

30.0 GB

 

DLTtape IV

20.0, 35.0 GB

40.0, 70.0 GB

 

 

 

 

DLT 8000

DLTtape III

2.6, 6.0, 10.0 GB

20.0 GB

 

DLTtape IIIXT

15.0 GB

30.0 GB

 

DLTtape IV

20.0, 35.0, 40.0 GB

40.0, 70.0, 80.0 GB

 

 

 

 

Maximum Capacity

Notes

The density menu can only be used with a tape loaded in the drive.

The density of previously recorded DLT data cartridges cannot be changed unless the tape is reformatted which will result in all data being lost.

The default density of unformatted data cartridges is dependent upon the drive installed in your FastStor, and the type of tape being used.

To access Mode 5, press the MODE button until the LCD appears as shown:

ensity

1

2

3

4

5

6

7

Press the SELECT button to select Mode 5. The LCD will appear as shown (XX is the lowest native density selectable for this cartridge):

Fmt XX

1

2

3

4

5

6

7

Press the NEXT or PREVIOUS button to scroll through the density choices. Press SELECT when the desired density setting is displayed. When your FastStor has completed the command, it will return to the LdR REAdY.

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Contents FastStor Installation Operating GuideCopyright Adic 1997, 1998 Copyright NoticeCopyright 1997 Adic Europe Copyright Notice EuropeFCC Notices USA Only Regulatory NoticesIC Notice Canada Only CE Notice EN 55022 Compliance Czech Republic OnlyVcci Notices Japan Only Declaration of Conformity Precautions Safety NoticesBlank Table of Contents Table of Contents Quick Start Guide LDR Scsi ID 1, DRV Scsi ID Power Button LCD indicates 1-7 loaded Scsi Cable Xvi Quick Start Guide Chapter Equipment Description Features Options DLT DrivesScsi Interface Connectors Switches and IndicatorsFastStor Series Front Panel 3 4 5 6 Rea yMode DLT Data Cartridge DLT MediaScsi Host Adapter Other RequirementsApplication Software Hardware Installation Checking the Accessories Installing the Host AdapterUnpacking and Inspecting FastStor Rear Panel Installing the Scsi Cable and TerminatorConnecting More than One FastStor Installing the Application SoftwarePreparing the Host Computer System Operation and Maintenance Normal Operations Powering on the SystemGeneral Guidelines Rv init Setting the Scsi IDsPower Up Checks InitOperation and Maintenance Prepare and Install the Data Cartridges Close and Lock the Front Door Drive Status MessagesMode FastStor ModesLoa rv Mode 1A Load DRVSRC slot Eject rv Mode 1B Eject DRVEjecting Loa slot Mode 2 Load SlotSRC slot N Eject slot Mode 3 Eject SlotEject pckr Mode 4 Eject PckrSt slot n Ensity Mode 5 DensityFmt Set scsi Mode 6 SET Scsi IDScsi Rv I Rv scsiCycle pwr Cleaning the Drive Head Normal MaintenanceCleaning Tape It means You should Drive Head Cleaning ProcedureCleaning the Enclosure Troubleshooting and Diagnostics Loader and Drive Operational Problems Installation ProblemsSp fw Iag menuSp l r fw Sp rv fw Fw NnnnFp fw Nnnn Sp mtn fwMtn fw NN Sp fp fwSign on Sp T fwCycle Test Chg mo eCycleS Cycle TestCt 2 Sel CleaningRMV 2 Sel AC oN Enabling AutocleanDisabling Autoclean Using AutocleanSP cOUNTS AC OFFFrt pk ct UPG rv fw 000000XXRmv 2 sel Error Message Listing FastStor Error MessagesEnvironmental Considerations When You Call ADIC’S Technical Assistance CenterBlank Appendix Physical