Compaq 326817-003 manual Troubleshooting After Installation, For Tru64 Unix, For Novell NetWare

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Troubleshooting After Installation

Follow the procedures in this section if the DAT AutoLoader has stopped operating:

1.Run the Diagnostics utility.

2.Clean the DAT AutoLoader heads, card, and magazine loaders.

3.Replace the tape cassette.

4.If multiple DAT AutoLoaders or tape drives are used, ensure that each tape drive has a unique SCSI ID. (Default=6)

5.Your DAT AutoLoader should be shipped from the factory with all terminators removed. Verify that all terminators have been removed.

6.Check the controller, signal cable, and power cable connections to ensure that they are properly seated.

7.Replace the cables, DAT AutoLoader, and finally the controller.

For Tru64 Unix

If drivers are not seen, Refer to the “Digital layered product” CD-ROM distribution disc for kernal rebuilding information. Search for SCSI CAM Layered Components for Tru64 UNIX Systems Version 3.1E Installation Guide.

Installation information can also be found online. For instructions on locating release notes and other information see the, Software Product Library CD-Rom User Guide.

For Novell NetWare

Refer to the STORAGE.RDM file on the Support Software for Novell Products (NSSD) diskette which was supplied with your workstation, server, or DAT AutoLoader for troubleshooting information.

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Contents Compaq DAT AutoLoader Page Contents Installation Appendix B Index Text Conventions About This GuideSymbols on Equipment Symbols in TextAbout This Guide Rack StabilityCompaq Technical Support Getting HelpCompaq Website Compaq Authorized ResellerIntroduction to the DAT AutoLoader OverviewFeatures Scsi Interface Reliability of Backup DevicesController Requirements Projected Duty Cycle CapacityData Compression Tape Drive CapacityCompaq Approved Cassettes Cassette FormatsDDS Logo Media DDS Logo MediaLife Expectancy of Cassettes Write-Protecting a Cassette8Compaq DAT AutoLoader Reference Guide DAT AutoLoader Installation InstallationSoftware and Tool Requirements Jumper Description Default Hardware SettingsSetting the Scsi ID Switch SettingsScsi Jumper Pins BitAutoLoader configuration switches Switch SettingsDC Control-1 DC Control-2 Definition Data Compression DefinitionsPreparing the Computer Installing the DAT AutoLoaderInstalling the DAT AutoLoader without drive rails Reassembling the Computer Connecting signal and power cablesExternal AutoLoader Scsi and options switches Connecting the Tabletop AutoLoader10Compaq DAT AutoLoader Reference Guide Completing the InstallationDevice Drivers Installing Software DriversMicrosoft Windows NT Microsoft Windows NTController Software Driver Information Aspi Support Novell NetWareNovell NetWare OpenVMS Compaq Tru64 UnixSCO OpenServer SCO OpenServer Configuring the Scsi ID for SCO OpenServerSCO UnixWare SCO UnixWareSunSoft Solaris SunSoft SolarisBanyan Vines Banyan VinesIntroduction to Magazines and Cassettes OperationLabeling Cassettes and the Magazine Loading the Magazine with CassettesFront Rear Eight-Cassette ConfigurationSingle-Cassette Configuration Seven-Cassette ConfigurationInserting cassettes 3, 2, and 1 into the magazine Slot To Load the Magazine With CassettesRemoving the Cassettes from the Magazine Loading the Magazine into AutoLoaderSlide stopper Ejecting the MagazineForcing Cassette Ejection Random Mode Stacker ModeModes of Operation Front Panel Callout Description FeatureLiquid Crystal Display LCD Callout FeatureLCD Messages Alphabetical Listing LCD MessagesLCD Message Meaning Type LCD Messages Alphabetical Listing Tape Represents the number of the cassette Ready LCD MessageSpace Status LCD Menu Screens Menu Screen FeaturesLCD Menu Screens Menu Screen LCD Menu ScreensImportance of Routine Cleaning CleaningErrors Resulting from Cleaning Neglect Importance of Compaq-Approved Tape Cassettes DAT AutoLoader Cleaning RecommendationsProcedure for Cleaning the Heads Random Mode Procedure for Cleaning the Heads Stacker Mode Quick Checklist Troubleshooting Hardware Software Installation Troubleshooting Installation TroubleshootingProblem Try This For Tru64 Unix Troubleshooting After InstallationFor Novell NetWare For SCO OpenServer Systems For Microsoft Windows NT SystemsResolving Magazine Problems Resolving Operating ProblemsFor IBM OS/2 Systems Correcting Intermittent Failures Regulatory Compliance Identification Numbers Regulatory Compliance NoticesFederal Communications Commission Class B Equipment Regulatory Compliance Notices A-3 ModificationsEuropean Union Notice Canadian Notice Avis CanadienJapanese Notice Taiwanese Notice Electrostatic Discharge Grounding Methods Dimensions and Weight SpecificationsTable C-1 Dimensions and Weight Dimension Internal AutoLoader Tabletop AutoLoaderPower Requirements Temperature and Humidity RangeAir-Cooling Requirement Table C-5 Suspended ParticulateSuspended Particulate Less than 150 microgram/mIndex See EOD Index TSL9000 Scsi ID#5 Enable Media Compaq DAT AutoLoader Reference Guide