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.
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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.

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Chapter 2, Installation

provides installation instructions for the

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

connector specifications.

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Chapter 3, Operation

explains the use and operation of the drive and

describes maintenance procedures, including drive “parking.”

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Chapter 4, Theory

describes the theory of operation behind the

drives, including the technology used in various drive components.

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Chapter 5, Specifications

contains detailed drive and cartridge

specifications, as well as a summary of regulatory approvals and

WEEE Compliance statement.

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Chapter 6, UNIX Settings

describes the settings for Unix systems.

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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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