Compaq 326817-003 manual Microsoft Windows NT, Controller Software Driver Information

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3-2Compaq DAT AutoLoader Reference Guide

Microsoft Windows NT

Drivers for the SCSI controllers and tape drive hardware are located on Support Software Diskettes and on the Compaq SmartStart and Support Software CD. The Support Software ships with each computer or can be downloaded from the Compaq website. The software tape device driver is located either with your tape backup software or with the operating system. Refer to your backup application installation guide for more information regarding additional software that might be needed.

Table 3-1

Microsoft Windows NT

Controller

Software Driver Information

■32-Bit Fast SCSI-2 Controllers

■32-Bit Fast-Wide SCSI-2 Controllers

■Wide-Ultra SCSI Controllers

■LVD Wide SCSI Controllers

Refer to "Compaq SCSI Controller Support" in the NTREADME.HLP file on the Compaq Support Software for Microsoft Windows NT diskette, Version 1.21 or later.

IMPORTANT: If the SCSI controller to which your drive is attached was not present during your initial Windows NT installation, install the SCSI device driver for the controller before installing the tape class driver.

Refer to “Compaq Tape Support” in the NTREADME.HLP file on the Compaq Support Software for Microsoft Windows NT diskette.

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Contents Compaq DAT AutoLoader Page Contents Installation Appendix B Index About This Guide Text ConventionsSymbols in Text Symbols on EquipmentRack Stability About This GuideCompaq Website Getting HelpCompaq Technical Support Compaq Authorized ResellerOverview Introduction to the DAT AutoLoaderFeatures Reliability of Backup Devices Scsi InterfaceController Requirements Data Compression CapacityProjected Duty Cycle Tape Drive CapacityCassette Formats Compaq Approved CassettesDDS Logo Media DDS Logo MediaWrite-Protecting a Cassette Life Expectancy of Cassettes8Compaq DAT AutoLoader Reference Guide Installation DAT AutoLoader InstallationSoftware and Tool Requirements Hardware Settings Jumper Description DefaultScsi Jumper Pins Switch SettingsSetting the Scsi ID BitSwitch Settings AutoLoader configuration switchesData Compression Definitions DC Control-1 DC Control-2 DefinitionInstalling the DAT AutoLoader Preparing the ComputerInstalling the DAT AutoLoader without drive rails Connecting signal and power cables Reassembling the Computer Connecting the Tabletop AutoLoader External AutoLoader Scsi and options switchesCompleting the Installation 10Compaq DAT AutoLoader Reference GuideInstalling Software Drivers Device DriversMicrosoft Windows NT Microsoft Windows NTController Software Driver Information Novell NetWare Aspi SupportNovell NetWare Compaq Tru64 Unix OpenVMSSCO OpenServer Configuring the Scsi ID for SCO OpenServer SCO OpenServerSCO UnixWare SCO UnixWareSunSoft Solaris SunSoft SolarisBanyan Vines Banyan VinesOperation Introduction to Magazines and CassettesLoading the Magazine with Cassettes Labeling Cassettes and the MagazineEight-Cassette Configuration Front RearSeven-Cassette Configuration Single-Cassette ConfigurationTo Load the Magazine With Cassettes Inserting cassettes 3, 2, and 1 into the magazine SlotLoading the Magazine into AutoLoader Removing the Cassettes from the MagazineEjecting the Magazine Slide stopperForcing Cassette Ejection Stacker Mode Random ModeModes of Operation Callout Description Feature Front PanelCallout Feature Liquid Crystal Display LCDLCD Messages LCD Messages Alphabetical ListingLCD Message Meaning Type LCD Messages Alphabetical Listing LCD Message Tape Represents the number of the cassette ReadySpace Status Menu Screen Features LCD Menu ScreensLCD Menu Screens LCD Menu Screens Menu ScreenCleaning Importance of Routine CleaningErrors Resulting from Cleaning Neglect DAT AutoLoader Cleaning Recommendations Importance of Compaq-Approved Tape CassettesProcedure for Cleaning the Heads Stacker Mode Procedure for Cleaning the Heads Random ModeTroubleshooting Quick ChecklistHardware Software Installation Troubleshooting Installation TroubleshootingProblem Try This Troubleshooting After Installation For Tru64 UnixFor Novell NetWare For Microsoft Windows NT Systems For SCO OpenServer SystemsResolving Operating Problems Resolving Magazine ProblemsFor IBM OS/2 Systems Correcting Intermittent Failures Regulatory Compliance Notices Regulatory Compliance Identification NumbersFederal Communications Commission Class B Equipment Modifications Regulatory Compliance Notices A-3Canadian Notice Avis Canadien European Union NoticeJapanese Notice Taiwanese Notice Electrostatic Discharge Grounding Methods Table C-1 Dimensions and Weight SpecificationsDimensions and Weight Dimension Internal AutoLoader Tabletop AutoLoaderTemperature and Humidity Range Power RequirementsAir-Cooling Requirement Suspended Particulate Suspended ParticulateTable C-5 Less than 150 microgram/mIndex See EOD Index TSL9000 Scsi ID#5 Enable Media Compaq DAT AutoLoader Reference Guide