Dell 124T LTO-3 Preparing the Host and Verifying the Connection, Installing the Device Drivers

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Preparing the Host and Verifying the Connection

If necessary, install a SCSI host adapter, software, and compatible drivers. Refer to the manuals for the host computer and SCSI host adapter for detailed instructions. In addition, follow these general guidelines:

•When the host server is powered on, install software, and/or drivers that are compatible with the autoloader (see "Installing the Device Drivers"). Software compatibility information is available at support.dell.com. Most backup software packages require an additional module to communicate with the autoloader robotics.

•If the host server is connected to a network, check with the system administrator before turning off power.

•Use proper procedures to prevent electrostatic discharge (ESD). Use wrist-grounding straps and anti-static mats when handling internal components.

•Make sure that the host server has an open expansion slot.

•Make sure that your backup application supports the SCSI host adapter.

•Depending on the server configuration, you may need to change the SCSI ID of the autoloader (see "Setting the SCSI ID").

•Ensure the autoloader is properly terminated. If the autoloader is the only SCSI device—other than the SCSI host adapter—on the selected SCSI bus, it must be terminated. Likewise, if the autoloader is physically the last SCSI device on the SCSI bus, it must be terminated. Only the devices physically at the beginning and end of the SCSI bus should be terminated. If the host is located at the beginning of the SCSI bus, the host should already have a terminator installed.

•Verify the connection between the autoloader and host by going to Settings>Control Panel>System>Hardware>Device Manager>Tape Drive and/or Media Changer in Microsoft® Windows® 2000, Microsoft Windows XP and Windows Server® 2003. For more information on verifying the connection of SCSI devices, consult the operating system documentation.

Installing the Device Drivers

There are two device drivers associated with the Dell PowerVault 124T LTO-3 autoloader. One for the autoloader itself, and a second for the LTO-3 tape drive within the autoloader.

NOTE: The device drivers supplied on the Dell PowerVault 124T LTO-3 Autoloader User's Manual and Drivers CD are required if you intend to use the Microsoft Windows native backup application. Commercial backup applications provide all necessary device driver support. Refer to support.dell.com for a list of compatible backup applications.

Tape Drive Device Driver

Microsoft Windows 2000:

1.Make sure that you are logged on to the host server with administrator privileges.

2.Insert the Dell PowerVault 124T Autoloader User's Manual and Drivers CD into the CD drive on the host computer.

3.Open the device manager (refer to your specific OS documentation for instructions). For example, right-click the My Computer icon on the Windows desktop, click Manage, and then click Device Manager.

The LTO-3 drive should be listed under the ? Other Devices item as IBM ULTRIUM-TD3 SCSI Sequential Device.

4.Right-click the IBM ULTRIUM 3 SCSI Sequential Device listing and click Properties.

5.Select the Driver tab.

6.Click Update Driver.

7.When the Upgrade Device Driver Wizard appears, click Next.

8.Click Display a list... and then click Next.

9.Scroll down and click Tape Drive, and then click Next.

10.Click Have Disk, type D:\Drivers\Drive\, replacing d: with the drive letter for the CD drive into which you inserted the Dell PowerVault 124T Autoloader User's Manual and Drivers CD, and then click OK.

11.Click the IBM ULTRIUM III TAPE DRIVE entry, and then click Next.

12.Click Next to install the driver.

13.Click Finish.

14.Click the Device Properties dialog box.

The drive now appears in Device Manager under Tape Drives as a IBM ULTRIUM III TAPE DRIVE and is ready to use.

Microsoft Windows Server 2003:

1.Make sure that you are logged on to the host server with administrator privileges.

2.Insert the Dell PowerVault 124T Autoloader User's Manual and Drivers CD into the CD drive on the host computer.

3.Open the device manager (refer to your specific OS documentation for instructions). For example, right-click the My Computer icon on the Windows desktop, click Properties, and then click Device Manager or by going to the Control Panel and opening System. Select Hardware, then click Device

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Contents Dell PowerVault 124T LTO-3 Autoloader Users Guide Configuring the Autoloader Setting Ethernet Setting the Scsi IDSetting the Subnet Mask Setting the IP AddressSetting an IP Gateway Setting the Snmp Server Setting the TimeSetting the Time Server Scsi Barcode Length Barcode ReaderEnter Getting Lost Passwords Setting MagazinesSetting Security Setting PasswordsBack to Contents Front Panel Diagnostic Tests Diagnostic Tests from the Front PanelSetting the Security Stopping a Diagnostic TestDiagnostics Using the Remote Management Unit Remote Management Unit Diagnostic TestsTechnical Assistance Online ServicesFtp.dell.com AutoTech ServiceTechnical Support Service Automated Order-Status ServiceBefore You Call Scsi Bus Requirements Installation OverviewInstallation Preparation AccessoriesProduct Overview Choosing a LocationUL Requirements Bar Code ReaderBack Panel Overview AccessoriesUnpacking the Autoloader Identifying Product ComponentsScsi cable Scsi terminator Power cable Connecting the Scsi and Power CablesEthernet cable Scsi cable Scsi terminator Tape Drive Device Driver Installing the Device DriversClick Update Driver Preparing the Host and Verifying the ConnectionAutoloader Device Driver Enabling LUN Support in Linux Back to Contents Overview Operators Panel Functionality Enter PasswordsLogout Insert a Single Cartridge Using CartridgesMoving a Single Cartridge Ejecting a Single Cartridge Using Magazines and Magazine BlanksInward Side of a Magazine Outward Side of a Magazine Ejecting a Magazine Installing a MagazineManually Operating the Magazine Magazines Viewing PowerVault 124T Autoloader StatusRunning an Inventory Viewing Status InformationViewing Tape Drive Version Viewing Firmware VersionViewing Element Status Viewing Tape Drive StatusNetwork Viewing Ethernet InformationMAC address IP addressViewing Status Information Default Username and PasswordRemote Management Unit Overview Opening the Remote Management UnitSystem Operations Options ConfigurationTime Display Feedback on PagesCompression Cleaning TapeBar Code Reader From the Configuration menu, click Networking Setting the MagazinesSetting the System Time Setting Network OptionsTo set the Client Authorization Control Setting Front Panel Security OptionsTo Set Network Configuration To set User AdministrationViewing Error or History Logs Error Logs and DiagnosticsFirmware Library Operations Set to Home Characteristic Product Alone Physical SpecificationsAutoloader Performance Specifications Autoloader Environmental SpecificationsTape Drive Specifications Autoloader Power SpecificationsAutoloader Vibration Specifications Autoloader Shock SpecificationsProblem Probable Cause Suggested Action Basic TroubleshootingBefore Contacting Customer Support Checking for Errors Operator Control Panel Error DisplayAutoloader Logs through RMU Autoloader Error DetailAutoloader Logs Autoloader Logs through OCPSystem Miscellaneous Error Types Message Error TypesStack/Global Data Corruption Error Types System Shutdown/Disruption Error TypesTCP/IP Stack and Task Error Types Tape Drive Error TypesDrive/Media Error Types Miscellaneous Error TypesCode Update Error Types Loader Task Error TypesScsi Server Task Error Types Picker/Magazine Servo Error Types Servo Elevator Hardware Error TypesServo Picker Hardware Error Types Magazine Hardware Error Types Servo Motor Error TypesSystem Event Types Barcode Error Types Front Panel Error TypesDiagnostic Error Types TapeAlert Logs through RMU TapeAlert LogsTapeAlert Logs through OCP TapeAlert InterpretationPage Page Page To prepare the autoloader for shipment Returning the Autoloader for ServiceTo Remove the Autoloader from a Rack Packing the Autoloader
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