For inform, Ltot – Exabyte MAGNUM 1X7 LTO User Manual

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To create a diagnostic listing via FTP:

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Connect to the autoloader’s FTP interface by following the instructions on

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Make sure that the FTP file transfer type is set to binary.

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Use the FTP command for your utility to get the diagnostic listing. For

example, issue a ”get libdump.bin” command.

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If necessary, specify a destination location (path and filename) for the

diagnostic listing.

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You can also use the Exabyte LibTool to upgrade firmware and create

diagnostic listings over the SCSI interface. Both LibTool and firmware files are

available at

www.exabyte.com/downloads

. Refer to the readme file provided

with the program for installation instructions. Refer to the program’s online

help for instructions on performing upgrades and diagnostics.

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To upgrade firmware and create diagnostic listings for the LTO tape drive,

download LTOTool from

www.exabyte.com/downloads

. LTOTool allows you

to upgrade firmware and perform diagnostics over the autoloader’s SCSI bus.

Refer to the readme file provided with the program for installation

instructions. Refer to the program’s online help for instructions on performing

upgrades and diagnostics.

Caution

Do not upgrade firmware unless Exabyte Technical Support has advised you to do

so. If performed improperly, the upgrade procedure can render your tape drive

inoperable. Consult with Exabyte Technical Support before performing an

upgrade.

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