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iOnline User's GuideDAT 72/DDS-4 6-Slot AutoloaderCERTANCE

101. IntroductionThe Certance DAT 72 and DDS-4 tape autoloaders are fully integrated, intelligent, multi-cartridge tape systems that support the (Dig

Introduction Capacity and Transfer Rates11Capacity and Transfer RatesThe Certance DAT 72 and DDS-4 autoloaders provide the following capacities and su

Introduction Using This Guide12Using This GuideThis User’s Guide describes how to install, configure, and care for the DDS-4 and DAT 72 autoloader tap

132. Quick Start InstallationThis chapter provides quick-start instructions for getting the autoloader tape drives up and running in the shortest pos

Quick Start Installation Autoloader Components14Autoloader ComponentsThe following describes the major components of the autoloader.Figure 1.Front Pan

Quick Start Installation Installing an Internal Autoloader15Installing an Internal AutoloaderUse the following procedure to install an internal autolo

163. Installing the AutoloadersThis chapter describes how to install the desktop and internal DDS-4 and DAT 72 autoloaders.Topics in this chapter are

Installing the Autoloaders Installing the Desktop Autoloader17Configuring the Desktop AutoloaderTable 2 shows the default configuration for the deskt

Installing the Autoloaders Installing the Desktop Autoloader18Figure 2. Autoloader Rear PanelConnecting the SCSI Interface CableYour autoloader provid

Installing the Autoloaders Installing the Desktop Autoloader19Installing SCSI TerminationIf the autoloader is the last device or the only device in a

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Installing the Autoloaders Installing the Internal Autoloader20Installing the Internal AutoloaderThe following sections describe how to install an int

Installing the Autoloaders Installing the Internal Autoloader21Changing Jumper SettingsJumpers on the back of the internal drive let you change the fo

Installing the Autoloaders Installing the Internal Autoloader22Each SCSI device on a SCSI bus must have a unique SCSI ID. The SCSI controller or host

Installing the Autoloaders Installing the Internal Autoloader23Figure 5. DIP-Switch Settings for the Internal AutoloaderData Compression (switches 1 a

Installing the Autoloaders Installing the Internal Autoloader24Operating System configuration (switches 5 through 8)Switches 5 through 8 configure the

Installing the Autoloaders Installing the Internal Autoloader25Figure 6. Locations of Mounting HolesConnecting the SCSI Interface CableTurn off all po

Installing the Autoloaders Installing the Internal Autoloader26Figure 7. Interface Connectors on the Internal AutoloaderInstalling SCSI TerminationThe

Installing the Autoloaders Installing the Internal Autoloader27Connecting the Power CordAttach a 5/12-volt, four-pin power cable to the power connecto

284. Operating Your AutoloaderThis chapter describes how to operate your autoloader.Topics in this chapter are:• “Using the Appropriate Media” on pag

Operating Your Autoloader Starting the Autoloader29Starting the AutoloaderTurn on all external SCSI devices attached to your computer before you turn

WarningsAll safety and operating instructions should be read before this product is operated, and should be retained for future reference. This unit h

Operating Your Autoloader Applying Labels30Applying LabelsWhen applying labels to a cartridge, observe the following precautions to prevent the cartri

Operating Your Autoloader Ejecting a Cartridge or Magazine31Loading a Magazine into the Autoloader1. Make sure the autoloader is powered on and operat

Operating Your Autoloader Ejecting a Cartridge or Magazine325. The magazine is ejected.If there is no cartridge loaded in the autoloader mechanism, th

Operating Your Autoloader Write-Protecting a DAT Cartridge and Magazine33Write-Protecting a DAT Cartridge and MagazineWrite-protecting a DAT cartridge

Operating Your Autoloader Cleaning the Tape Path34Cleaning the Tape PathIf excessive magnetic dust or debris collects at one or more of the tape heads

Operating Your Autoloader Preparation for Shipping35Each time the cleaning cartridge is loaded, a new, unused portion of cleaning tape is advanced ove

Operating Your Autoloader Preparation for Shipping366. Wait 5 seconds. The LCD screen will again display the message “NO MAGAZINE.” After another 5 se

375. Understanding the Drive LEDsThis chapter describes the LEDs on the front panel of the DDS-4 and DAT 72 autoloader. These LEDs provide informatio

Understanding the Drive LEDs LED Summary38Eject ButtonYou can use the Eject button to eject the magazine or to unload a cartridge from the drive. Afte

Understanding the Drive LEDs Clean LED39Clean LEDThe Clean LED indicates whether a drive needs to be cleaned.Media LEDThe Media LED indicates whether

Precautions• Do not use oil, solvents, gasoline, paint thinners, or insecticides on the unit.• Do not expose the unit to moisture or to temperatures h

Understanding the Drive LEDs Drive LED40Drive LEDThe amber Drive LED lets you know when data is being read from or written to tape. It also informs yo

Understanding the Drive LEDs About the Operator Panel LCD Display41About the Operator Panel LCD DisplayThe following figure shows the types of informa

Understanding the Drive LEDs About the Operator Panel LCD Display42DRIVE ERROR04/XX/XX There is a problem with the autoloader. For additional informat

Understanding the Drive LEDs About the Operator Panel LCD Display43Configuring Autoloader Features Using the LCD DisplayTo configure the autoloader us

446. Configuration for Novell and UNIXThis section explains how to configure the DAT 72 and DDS-4 autoloader for use with various Novell and UNIX ope

Configuration for Novell and UNIX Operating System Configuration45Figure 15. Operating System DIP SwitchesConfiguration for Novell EnvironmentThere ar

Configuration for Novell and UNIX Operating System Configuration46Digital UNIX Version 4.0 and LaterWith Version 4.0 of the Digital UNIX operating sys

Configuration for Novell and UNIX Operating System Configuration47 (struct pt_info *)ccmn_null_sizes, SZ_NO_BLK, (DEC_MAX_REC - 1), &tlz07_dens

Configuration for Novell and UNIX Operating System Configuration48Solaris 2.x1. To configure Solaris 2.x for compatibility with the DAT 72 or DDS-4, a

Configuration for Novell and UNIX Operating System Configuration49Irix V6.x through V6.5To configure Irix 6.x-6.5 to use a DAT 72 or DDS-4 autoloader,

FCC NoticeThis equipment generates and uses radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used properly — that is, in strict accordance with the ma

Configuration for Novell and UNIX Operating System Configuration50Troubleshooting Installations on the SGI PlatformChecking the Inquiry StringIt may b

Configuration for Novell and UNIX Operating System Configuration51immediately, SAM will create a new kernel, and automatically reboot the system. Once

Configuration for Novell and UNIX Operating System Configuration527. Exit SMIT.Controlling Data Compression under AIXAfter you run SMIT, device files

537. TroubleshootingThis chapter provides suggestions for troubleshooting your drives in the unlikely event you encounter a problem with them.Topics

Troubleshooting SCSI Termination Problems54SCSI Termination ProblemsIf the DDS-4 or DAT 72 autoloader is the last device or the only device in a SCSI

Troubleshooting Backup Program Does Not Recognize Drive553. Check that the SCSI bus is terminated properly. Note that the DDS-4 and DAT 72 autoloaders

56Appendix A: Loading Revised FirmwareYour DDS-4 or DAT 72 autoloader includes permanently installed, electrically upgradeable flash memory. This memo

Loading Revised Firmware Using Firmware Cartridges57cartridge and the drive LEDs blink in a progressive pattern. When the blinking pattern stops, the

58IndexAApplications 11Appropriate cartridges 28BBackup program does not recognize drive 55CCapacity 11Cartridges 29appropriate 28firmware 56guideline

59SSCSI IDexternal drives 17problems 53SCSI terminationproblems 54TTape cartridgesappropriate 28handling 29loading 30write-protecting 33Tape driveappl

6ContentsList of Figures ... 8List of Tables...

7Media LED ... 39Drive LED ...

8List of FiguresFigure 1. Front Panel Components ...... 14Figure 2. Autoloader Rear

9List of TablesTable 1. DDS-4 and DAT 72 Autoloader Capacity and Transfer Rates....... 11Table 2. Default Configuration (Desktop Driv