Document Outline

• SDLT 600 ProductManual
  • Table of Contents
  • List of Tables
  • List of Figures
  • Introduction
    • 1.1 Purpose and Scope
    • 1.2 Referenced Documents
    • 1.3 Related Documents
    • 1.4 Structure of this Manual
    • 1.5 Conventions
    • 1.6 For More Information
    • 1.7 Reader Comments
  • SDLT 600 Tape Drive ProductInformation
    • 2.1 Overview
    • 2.2 Product Features
    • 2.3 Tape Drive Technology
      • 2.3.1 Laser Guided Magnetic Recording
      • 2.3.2 Pivoting Optical Servo
      • 2.3.3 Magneto Resistive Cluster Heads
      • 2.3.4 Advanced Partial Response Maximum Likelihood
      • 2.3.5 Advanced Metal Powder Media
      • 2.3.6 Positive Engagement Tape Leader Buckling Mechanism
    • 2.4 Modular Design
      • 2.4.1 Data Control Module
      • 2.4.2 Tape Control Module
        • TCM PCBA
        • Base Plate
        • Data Cartridge Receiver
        • Positive Engagement Tape Leader Buckling Mechanism
      • 2.4.3 Front Panel Module
      • 2.4.4 Electronic Interface Module
      • 2.4.5 Super DLTtape II Data Cartridge
    • 2.5 Quantum Diagnostics Tools
    • 2.6 TapeAlert
    • 2.7 Medium Auxiliary Memory
  • SDLT 600 Tape Drive Specifications
    • 3.1 Product Specifications
      • 3.1.1 Host Interface
        • Ultra 160 SCSI Interface
        • Fibre Channel Interface
      • 3.1.2 Physical Interface
      • 3.1.3 Physical Dimensions and Weights
      • 3.1.4 Compression
      • 3.1.5 Storage Capacity
      • 3.1.6 Data Integrity
      • 3.1.7 Maximum Data Transfer Rate
      • 3.1.8 Head Life and MTBF
      • 3.1.9 Media Durability
      • 3.1.10 Data Cartridge Life Expectancy
      • 3.1.11 Positive Engagement Tape Leader Buckling Mechanism
    • 3.2 Functional Specifications
      • 3.2.1 Performance Data
      • 3.2.2 Shock and Vibration Specifications
      • 3.2.3 Current and Power Requirements
      • 3.2.4 SDLT 600 Tape Drive System Recording Method
    • 3.3 Environmental Specifications
      • 3.3.1 Air Flow Requirements
      • 3.3.2 Temperature and Humidity
      • 3.3.3 Storage and Shipment
      • 3.3.4 Altitude
    • 3.4 Recording Media Specifications
      • 3.4.1 Media Structure
      • 3.4.2 Physical Data Cartridge
      • 3.4.3 Media Shipping, Operating, and Storage Specifications
      • 3.4.4 Backward-Read Compatibility Transfer Rates
  • Installing Your Tape Drive
    • 4.1 Warranty Note
    • 4.2 Safety, Handling, and ESD Protection
      • 4.2.1 Safety Precautions
      • 4.2.2 Handling
      • 4.2.3 Electrostatic Discharge Protection
    • 4.3 Pre-Installation Guidelines
    • 4.4 Configuring and Installing an Internal Tape Drive with SCSI Interface
      • 4.4.1 Setting the Internal Tape Drive SCSI ID
      • 4.4.2 Configuring the Internal Tape Drive for TERMPWR
      • 4.4.3 Installing the Internal Tape Drive
        • Securing the Internal Tape Drive
        • Connecting the Internal Tape Drive Cables
          • SCSI and Power Connectors
          • Optional Loader Connector
    • 4.5 Configuring and Installing an Internal Tape Drive with Fibre Channel Interface
      • 4.5.1 Fibre Channel Introduction
      • 4.5.2 Secure the Tape Drive
      • 4.5.3 Connect the Power
      • 4.5.4 Optional Loader Connector
      • 4.5.5 Connect the Fibre Channel Cable
    • 4.6 Configuring and Installing a Tabletop Tape Drive
      • 4.6.1 Configuring the Tape Drive
        • SCSI ID
        • TERMPWR
      • 4.6.2 Installing the Tabletop Tape Drive
        • SCSI Cables
        • AC Power Cable
    • 4.7 Confirming the Installation
  • Using Your TapeDrive
    • 5.1 Power-On Self-Test
    • 5.2 Performing a Trial Back-up
    • 5.3 Updating the Firmware
      • 5.3.1 Update the Firmware Using the SCSI Bus
      • 5.3.2 Create a CUP/FUP Data Cartridge
      • 5.3.3 Using a CUP/FUP Data Cartridge
      • 5.3.4 Firmware (Code) Update Troubleshooting
    • 5.4 Cleaning the Tape Mechanism
      • 5.4.1 Occasional Cleaning of Tape Head
      • 5.4.2 When to Use the Cleaning Tape
      • 5.4.3 Life Expectancy of the Cleaning Tape
      • 5.4.4 Compatibility of the Cleaning Tape
      • 5.4.5 Loading the Cleaning Tape Into a Tabletop Tape Drive
    • 5.5 Front Panel Controls and LEDs
    • 5.6 Troubleshooting
      • 5.6.1 POST Troubleshooting
      • 5.6.2 Over Temperature Condition
  • Regulatory Compliance
    • 6.1 Safety Regulations
      • 6.1.1 Safety Certifications
    • 6.2 Electromagnetic Field Specifications
      • 6.2.1 Electromagnetic Emissions
      • 6.2.2 Electromagnetic Interference Susceptibility
      • 6.2.3 Immunity and ESD Limits
    • 6.3 Acoustic Noise Emissions
  • SuperDLTtapeI and SuperDLTtapeII Data Cartridges
    • A.1 Recognizing Quantum SuperDLTtapeIandII Data Cartridges
    • A.2 Data Cartridge Handling Guidelines
    • A.3 Data Cartridge Inspection Procedure
    • A.4 Data Cartridge Write-protect Switch
    • A.5 Loading a Data Cartridge
    • A.6 Unloading a Data Cartridge
  • DLTtape VS1 Data Cartridge
    • B.1 Data Cartridge Handling Guidelines
    • B.2 Data Cartridge Inspection Procedure
    • B.3 Data Cartridge Write-Protect Switch
    • B.4 Loading a Data Cartridge
    • B.5 Unloading a Data Cartridge
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