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operation cartridge care

cleaning

specifications

media compatibility diagnostics

troubleshooting

FAQs

SCSI configuration UNIX configuration hp systems

dec systems ibm RS/6000

systems

pc based UNIX systems silicon graphics

sun systems

verify installation UNIX glossary

ordering supplies

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This guide provides basic information on configuring HP Surestore DLT1 tape drives with various operating systems. The table below lists the models for which this information is appropriate.

 

Type

Capacity

Identifier String for

Model

UNIX Configuration*

 

 

HP Surestore

DLT1 drives

80 GB

BNCHMARKDLT1

DLT1

 

(assuming 2:1

 

 

 

compression)

 

*Drive Identification in UNIX Configuration: These strings should be used in UNIX scripts wherever the drive type has to be identified. There are no hardware configuration switches.

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Contents Date CopyrightRevision history OctoberObtaining technical support North and south america Europe, middle east and africa Asia pacific Warranty WarrantyWarranty conditions ExclusionsCustomer service form Before you start Resetting the drive Switching on the driveIf you have problems during self test OperationWrite Protected first light Front panel lightsFront panel lights Ready second lightTo unload a cartridge Loading and unloadingTo load a cartridge To label a cartridgeCartridge care Cleaning cartridge CleaningCleaning strategy Cleaning the tape heads on a driveFeatures and specifications Choose your model from the bulleted list belowHp surestore dlt1i Non-operating limits storage ranges Hp surestore dlt1eDlt1e Action Drive Media compatibilityDLT1 compatibility matrix DLT4000 DLT7000Diagnostics Troubleshooting Frequently asked questions FAQsScsi configuration This topic is available in English only ModelCreating the device files HP-UX systems series 700 onlyDetermining the Scsi id ExampleConfiguring for Digital Unix DEC systems, Digital UnixIBM RS/600 systems, AIX Configuring the device filesScsi configuration Unix configuration hp systems Device file names under AIXPC-based UNIX, SCO and Linux Silicon Graphics systems, Irix Mtcan and constants valuesFor all adapters Sun systems, Solaris 2 SunOSHp-data values Value MeaningOverview Verify the installationVerifying the installation System-specific argumentsGlossary Rail kits Ordering suppliesAdapters MediaOrdering supplies DLT1 Secure the drive Scsi ID Mounting bay Scsi host bus adapterScsi ribbon cable Mounting hardwareBackup software User documentation HP product registrationDrivers HP Library & Tape ToolsChecking the drive’s Scsi ID Page Preparing mounting bay in a Page Attaching tray for NetServer L-Series servers Page Installing the drive Page Attaching Scsi and power cables to internal drive Page Securing the drive side mounting screws shown Page Tape drive controls and indicators Front panel LEDs ReadyWrite protecting cartridges Write-protecting cartridges Cleaning cartridgesLooking after cartridges Loading a cartridge To load a cartridge Check operationTo unload a cartridge Using HP Library & Tape Tools Page If you have Internet access, register electronically If you do not have internet accessNone of the drive’s LEDs illuminate Other sources of information Page External tape drive Check the drive’s Scsi ID Connect the power cableTroubleshooting Connect the Scsi cableScsi ID Scsi cable Backup software HP product registration Checking the Scsi ID Page Connecting the Scsi cable Page Connecting the power cable Page Tape drive front panel Front panel LEDs Write-protecting cartridges Write-protecting cartridges Loading a DLTtape cartridge Check operation Using HP Library & Tape Tools Page If you have internet access, register electronically None of the drive’s LEDs illuminate All of the LEDs on the front panel blink continuallyIs properly terminated