Quantum Tape Drive LTO-3 User Manual

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Preface

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LTO-3 Tape Drive User’s Guide

Document
Organization

This User’s Guide describes how to install, configure, and care for the

LTO-3 desktop and internal tape drives. Please read the appropriate

chapters and appendixes carefully, and keep this Guide handy for future

reference.

Chapter 1, Overview, Unpacking Instructions and Quick Start

provides on overview of LTO-3 Tape Drive and its features as well as

handling precautions and unpacking tips. It provides quick-start

instructions for getting the drives up and running in the shortest

possible time.

Chapter 2, Installation

provides installation instructions for the

internal and desktop drives. It provides a summary of cabling and

connector specifications.

Chapter 3, Operation

explains the use and operation of the drive and

describes maintenance procedures, including drive “parking.”

Chapter 4, Theory

describes the theory of operation behind the

drives, including the technology used in various drive components.

Chapter 5, Specifications

contains detailed drive and cartridge

specifications, as well as a summary of regulatory approvals and

WEEE Compliance statement.

Chapter 6, UNIX Settings

describes the settings for Unix systems.

Chapter 7, Troubleshooting Guide

provides troubleshooting

procedures you can follow in the unlikely event you encounter a

problem with your drive.

This document concludes with a detailed index.

Notational
Conventions

This manual uses the following conventions:

Note:

Notes emphasize important information related to the main

topic.

Tech Tip:

Tech Tips provide technical information which may be

helpful in performing the procedure.

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