Encryption led, hp lto-6 and lto-5 models only, Problems with cartridges – HP StoreEver Ultrium Tape Drives User Manual
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Table 4 Clean, Tape, Drive and Ready LED sequences (continued)
Action required
Cause
LED Sequence
Insert a cartridge to clear the LED sequence. If the
condition persists, call for service.
There is a firmware download
problem.
Drive, Tape and Ready FLASH.
Power cycle or reset the drive.
The drive has a firmware error.
Upgrade the firmware. If the condition persists,
call for service.
Drive and Ready ON with Tape
and Clean OFF. Alternates
repeatedly.
Encryption LED, HP LTO-6 and LTO-5 models only
The encryption LED may be blue or amber, as described in the following table. The state of the
other LEDs depends upon the activity, as described below.
Table 5 Encryption LED, LTO–6 Ultrium 6250 and LTO-5 Ultrium 3000 tape drives
State
Encryption LED (Blue or Amber)
At power on
On
The drive is idle and there is no encryption key.
Off
The tape drive is reading/writing unencrypted data from another host or
unloading a cartridge.
Off with Ready flashing green
The drive is idle but the encryption key is loaded. The drive is ready to
read/write encrypted data.
On (solid blue)
The drive is reading/writing encrypted data.
On (solid blue) with Ready flashing
green
There is an encryption related error. This is cleared after unload executes or
successful encryption/decryption resumes. See also
.
Alternate flashing, blue and amber
NOTE:
The Encryption LED only functions if you are using backup software that supports hardware
encryption and this feature is enabled in the backup application. See
for backup application compatibility.
Problems with cartridges
If you experience any problems using HP branded cartridges, check:
•
The cartridge case is intact and that it contains no splits, cracks or damage.
•
The cartridge has been stored at the correct temperature and humidity. This prevents
condensation. See the insert included with the tape cartridge for storage conditions.
•
The write-protect switch is fully operational. It should move from side to side with a positive
click.
•
The World Wide Web site for more detailed troubleshooting information:
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Troubleshooting