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Quantum A-Series SDLT 600A Tape Drive, Laser Guided Magnetic Recording, Pivoting Optical Servo

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A-Series SDLT 600A Tape Drive

A-Series SDLT 600A Tape Drive

A-Series SDLT 600A Tape Drive

Laser Guided Magnetic Recording

The SDLT 600A tape drive incorporates various new state-of-the-art technologies that contribute to the SDLT architecture. Some of these ideas are trademarked, others are patented. The following subsections introduce the important technologies that together, comprise the SDLT 600A tape drive.

The SDLT 600A tape drives are based on Laser Guided Magnetic Recording (LGMR) technology. LGMR provides a unique combination of the best optical and magnetic technologies, which results in dramatically higher capacities by substantially increasing the number of recording tracks on the data-bearing surface of the media. By recording data magnetically on the data-bearing side of the media and using servo movement optically on the backside, LGMR optimizes highly proven technologies to deliver the most efficient, reliable, and scalable data retrieval solution to the mid-range market.

Pivoting Optical Servo

Pivoting Optical Servo (POS) is a Quantum-invented, optically-encoded servo system, that combines high-density magnetic read/write data recording with laser servo guiding. The POS provides high-duty-cycle applications, which decreases cost and increases user convenience. The POS enables the head to track dynamic variations in tape motion which allows Quantum to provide a track count with an order of magnitude increase over previous products.

Magneto Resistive Cluster Heads

Magneto Resistive Cluster (MRC) heads are a densely packed array of small, cost-effective Magneto Resistive (MR) tape heads precisely positioned using advanced thin-film processing technology. SDLT MRC heads provide high wafer usage efficiency resulting in low head costs, are less susceptible to variations in tape speed, yield higher track density and capacity, and provide a multi-channel architecture for increased transfer rate and performance.

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$ $6HULHV7DSHULYHV$6HULHV7DSHULYHV COPYRIGHT STATEMENT TRADEMARK STATEMENTContents PrefaceIntroduction Getting StartedUsing Your Tape Drive SpecificationsAppendix A ChapterAppendix B Data CartridgesGlossary Appendix CRegulatory Compliance Figures Problems to Look for Inside the Data Cartridge Door Write-Protect Switch on Super DLTtape II Data CartridgeUltrium Tape Cartridge Write-Protect Switch Loading a Super DLTtape II Data CartridgeTables Super DLTtape II Media Operating Limits Preface This document is organized as follows Quantum Corporate Headquarters Technical Publications Quantum Home Pageoverview.html lgpl.htmlGNU Lesser General Public License LGPL and hence can be freely used in commercial or non-commercial productsQuantum A-Series Tape Drives User’s Guide Chapter IntroductionOverview Quantum A-Series Tape Drives User’s Guide Chapter 1 Introduction OverviewFigure 1 SDLT 600A Tabletop Drive Product Features A-SeriesMaximum Storage Maximum NativeChapter 1 Introduction Product Features Quantum A-Series Tape Drives User’s GuideGetting Started ChapterJava Plug-in The Java Plug-in Certificate of SecurityResetting System Defaults Password/Setting NameSafety Precautions Warranty NoteSafety, Handling, and ESD Protection ESD, see Electrostatic Discharge Protection HandlingElectrostatic Discharge Protection Using Your Tape Drive ChapterSDLT 600A Front Panel LEDs and Tape EjectSDLT 600A LTO-3A Symbol LED/ButtonColor Port TitleSymbol LED/ButtonColor Port TitleIn table LTO-3AThis indication Signifies that the LED isError LED Activity LEDStatus LED Drive ConditionA-Series Data Cartridges Write-Protect Switch Write Protecting a SDLT 600A Data CartridgeWrite-protection Orange Indicator Rectangle Write-protect Switch Slide LEFT to EnableSlide RIGHT to Disable Write-protection switch toward the Enables data to beWrite Protecting an Ultrium Data Cartridge Sliding the write-protectUnloading a Data Cartridge Do not Data Cartridge Care and MaintenanceAlways Power On Self-Test POST Troubleshooting POST OperationStage What You Observeevent that your tape drive fails its POST You should… Over Temperature ConditionThen… Frequently Asked Questions Chapter 3 Using Your Tape DrivePower On Self-Test POST Troubleshooting Quantum A-Series Tape Drives User’s GuideA-Series SDLT 600A Tape Drive A-Series LTO-3A Tape Drive SpecificationsAppendix A A-Series SDLT 600A Tape Drive Laser Guided Magnetic RecordingPivoting Optical Servo Magneto Resistive Cluster HeadsModular Design Advanced Partial Response Maximum LikelihoodAdvanced Metal Powder Media Positive EngagementData Control Module DCM Tape Control Module TCM Data Control Module Tape Control Module TCM PCBAPositive Engagement Tape Leader Buckling Mechanism on page 29 for Base PlateData Cartridge Receiver Positive Engagement Tape Leader Buckling MechanismElectronic Interface Module Super DLTtape II Data Cartridge Product Specifications Functional SpecificationsShock and Vibration Specifications SpecificationFunctional Specifications Shock UnpackagedShock Unpackaged Vibration Packaged Shock Max for SDLT 600A tapedrive Modes9 Common NotesDC Power AC Power WMaxPk1 Max3Environmental Specifications Temperature andSDLT 600A Tape Drive Recording Method Air Flow RequirementsStorage and Shipment Recording Media Specifications Recording Media Specifications Figure 11 Multiple LayersComprise Super DLTtape MediaMedia Shipping Operating, and Storage Specifications Shipping ConditionsOperating Conditions Storage ConditionsPower Specifications A-Series LTO-3A Tape DriveDimension ValueValue Drive Performance SpecificationsSpecification Value SpecificationDrive Performance Specifications Environmental Requirements Table 22 EnvironmentalReliability Specifications LTO Cartridge Specifications Table 24 EnvironmentalCartridge Memory Cartridge Reliability Using Data Cartridges for the SDLT 600A Using Data Cartridges for the SDLT 600AUsing Data Cartridges for the LTO-3A Data CartridgesData Cartridge Handling Guidelines Temperature Data Cartridge Inspection Procedure Spring-loaded Hub Reel Lock Data Cartridge Inspection Procedure Figure 16 Super DLTtape Data Cartridge Reel LocksFigure 17 Opening the Super DLTtape II Data Cartridge Door Quantum A-Series Tape Drives User’s GuideBent or towed-in appearance on one or both clips Data Cartridge Write-Protect Switch Data Cartridge Write-Protect SwitchFigure 19 Write-Protect Switch on Super DLTtape II Data Cartridge Quantum A-Series Tape Drives User’s GuideSwitch Position IndicatorOrange Write-protectUsing Data Cartridges for the LTO-3A Please refer to Loading a Data Cartridgeswitch toward the Enables data to beWrite Protecting a Tape Cartridge Sliding the write-protectDo not Tape Cartridge Care and MaintenanceAlways Life Expectancy of the Cleaning Tape Cleaning the Tape MechanismOccasional Cleaning of Tape Head SDLT 600A Compatibility of the Cleaning Tape Loading the Cleaning Tape Into a Tabletop Tape Drive LTO-3Aa The drive automatically ejects the LTO cleaning cartridge, or Then the tape drive firmware Performing an Emergency Reset and Cartridge EjectIF there is Data Cartridge Eject Button Drive Status LED Loading a Data CartridgeTape Drive Unloading a Data Cartridge Regulatory Compliance Appendix CSDLT 600A LTO-3A Quantum A-Series Tape Drives User’s GuideElectromagnetic Emissions SDLT 600ASafety Certifications Electromagnetic Field Specifications Electromagnetic Interference Susceptibility Acoustic Noise Emissions LTO-3A CountryRegulatory Organization Compliant toVCCI 2006-04 Class B 22, Class BCountry Regulatory OrganizationEnvironmental Compliance Perchlorate MaterialDisposal of Electrical and Electronic Equipment Glossary BIOS AppletASIC ASTMThe degree Celsius C is a unit of temperature DLT Digital Linear Tape FUP Firmware Update Gigabyte ISV Independent Software Vendor first to describe the structure of the file and its play out structural metadata but also to let the user specify its own metadata annotating the content of the file descriptive metadata SI The International System of Units VCCI Storing a file means creating a copy of a file from your local disk