Status Light States
The following tables explain the meaning of the green and amber status lights.
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Steady |
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Status Lights on the 12/24GB 4mm Tape Drive |
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LED test |
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The |
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diagnostic cartridge is running. |
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One of the following has occurred: |
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v The power is off. |
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v The POST has completed successfully, but no tape |
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A tape cartridge has been inserted and the 12/24GB |
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The tape is in motion and the 12/24GB 4mm Tape Drive |
| On | Flashing |
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is running a device operation or cleaning. (See note 2 |
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The 12/24GB 4mm Tape Drive has detected an internal |
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The tape path requires cleaning, or a poor quality tape |
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the 12/24GB 4mm Tape Driveº on page 37. |
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Notes:
1.If a fault or an error condition occurs, press the unload button for approximately 15 seconds to reset the drive. If the disturbance light still flashes after the reset, contact your service representative for assistance.
2.If the disturbance light is on, cleaning is required. See ªCleaning the Tape Path on the 12/24GB 4mm Tape Driveº on page 37.
3444P Series Model 170 User's Guide