5243 Tape Drive Installation and User’s Guide Abstract This guide provides information about installing, operating, and maintaining the 5243 tape drive on HP NonStop™ servers. This guide is written for those who install or maintain the 5243 tape drive. Product Version N.A. Supported Release Version Updates (RVUs) This guide supports G06.29 and all subsequent G-series RVUs and H06.06 and all subsequent H-series RVUs until otherwise indicated by its replacement publication.
Document History Part Number Product Version Published 542758-002 N.A. May 2006 542758-003 N.A.
5243 Tape Drive Installation and User’s Guide Index Figures Tables What’s New in This Manual iii Manual Information iii New and Changed Information About This Manual v Notation Conventions iii v 1. Overview and Features Overview 1-1 NonStop S-Series Servers 1-2 NonStop NS-Series Servers 1-3 Features 1-3 Specifications 1-3 2. Installing and Configuring the Tape Drive for the NonStop SSeries Server Installation 2-1 Configuration 2-4 ServerNet/DA 2-4 PMF CRU 2-4 3.
. Troubleshooting Contents 4. Troubleshooting Problems With Tape Cartridges 4-1 The Tape Cartridge Is Jammed 4-1 The Tape Drive Will Not Accept the Tape Cartridge (or Ejects It Immediately) A. Specifications Weight of Tape Drive Components A-1 Technical Specifications A-2 Capacity A-2 Performance A-2 Media A-2 Tape Format A-2 Power Specifications A-3 Environmental Specifications A-3 Safety and Compliance Index Figures Figure 1-1. Figure 1-2. Figure 1-3. Figure 2-1. Figure 2-2. Figure 3-1. Figure 3-2.
What’s New in This Manual Manual Information 5243 Tape Drive Installation and User’s Guide Abstract This guide provides information about installing, operating, and maintaining the 5243 tape drive on HP NonStop™ servers. This guide is written for those who install or maintain the 5243 tape drive. Product Version N.A. Supported Release Version Updates (RVUs) This guide supports G06.29 and all subsequent G-series RVUs and H06.
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About This Manual Notation Conventions Hypertext Links Blue underline is used to indicate a hypertext link within text. By clicking a passage of text with a blue underline, you are taken to the location described. For example: This requirement is described under Backup DAM Volumes and Physical Disk Drives on page 3-2.
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1 Overview and Features This section includes: Overview 1-1 Features 1-3 Overview The tape drive is designed for file backup and archive applications for NonStop servers. It comes in a tabletop configuration and has built-in power-on-self-test (POST) diagnostics. The tape drive uses a DAT72 drive and is designed to use a 170-meter DAT72 tape cartridge. The tape drive is also backward compatible with the DDS-3 tape format. It is not backward compatible with DDS-2 or DDS-1 tape formats. Figure 1-1.
NonStop S-Series Servers Overview and Features NonStop S-Series Servers The tape drive connects to a ServerNet/DA, IOMF2 CRU, or PMF CRU on the HP NonStop S-series server with a SCSI cable. Figure 1-2.
NonStop NS-Series Servers Overview and Features NonStop NS-Series Servers An M8201R Fibre Channel to SCSI router must be used to connect the tape drive to the Fibre Channel ServerNet adapter (FCSA) on the HP Integrity NonStop NS-series server. For more information, refer to the M8201R Fibre Channel to SCSI Router Installation and User’s Guide and the Fibre Channel ServerNet Adapter Installation and Support Guide. Figure 1-3.
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2 Installing and Configuring the Tape Drive for the NonStop S-Series Server This section includes: Installation 2-1 Configuration 2-4 Installation 1. Unpack and check the shipment. 2. Choose a site for the tape drive. 3. Place the tape drive on a flat, sturdy, and level surface. The device should be placed in an environment that is free of dust and humidity. Figure 2-1.
Installing and Configuring the Tape Drive for the NonStop S-Series Server Installation Note. The tape drive’s SCSI ID comes preconfigured to SCSI ID 5. If you need to change the SCSI ID, use a screwdriver. Do not use a lead pencil. 4. Connect one end of the SCSI cable to the top SCSI port at the rear of the tape drive. See Figure 2-2 for the location. Figure 2-2. Rear View of Tape Drive AC Power Receptacle Fan SCSI Ports SCSI ID 5. Hand tighten the screws to secure the cable to the unit. 6.
Installing and Configuring the Tape Drive for the NonStop S-Series Server Installation 10. Connect the other end of the power cord to a nearby AC power outlet. Note. The tape drive does not have protection against lightning surges. Customers in high-risk areas should use external surge protection rated for use in their location and be able to handle the power demand of the tape drive. 11. Power on the tape drive by pressing the power switch on the front of the unit.
Installing and Configuring the Tape Drive for the NonStop S-Series Server Configuration Configuration ServerNet/DA To add the tape drive to the server configuration database, use the SCF ADD TAPE command. Before issuing this command, check that the tape drive is installed properly.
3 Operation This section includes: Front Panel 3-1 Loading and Unloading Tape Cartridges 3-3 Using Correct Media 3-5 Front Panel Figure 3-1. Front View of Tape Drive 1 2 3 4 1. Tape LED 2. Clean LED 3. Cartridge Door 4. Eject Button 5.
Front Panel Operation There are two LEDs, labeled Tape and Clean. Table 3-1 shows the meaning of different patterns of LEDs. Table 3-1. Tape Drive LEDs Tape LED Clean LED Meaning On Off The cartridge is loaded, and the tape drive is ready. Flashing Slowly Off The cartridge is loading or unloading, or selftest is in progress. Flashing Rapidly Off The cartridge is loaded, and activity is occurring. Off or Flashing On This is the Error Condition Signal.
Loading and Unloading Tape Cartridges Operation Loading and Unloading Tape Cartridges Inserting Tape Cartridges Figure 3-2. Inserting a Tape Cartridge 1 2 1. Cartridge Door 2. Arrow Indicates Leading Direction 1. Insert a cartridge into the slot on the front panel. As the cartridge is inserted, the tape drive takes it and performs a load sequence. 2. The Tape light flashes green while the tape drive performs its load sequence. When the cartridge is loaded, the Tape light shows steady green.
Removing Tape Cartridges Operation Removing Tape Cartridges Caution. Never try to remove a tape cartridge before it is fully ejected. 1. Press the Eject button on the front panel. Figure 3-3. Ejecting a Cartridge Eject Button 2. The tape drive completes any task it is currently performing, winds the tape to the beginning, and ejects the cartridge. The sequence takes about 25 seconds for a write-enabled cartridge and 10 seconds for a write-protected cartridge. Caution.
Using Correct Media Operation Using Correct Media For best performance, use media from HP. Data Cartridges The tape drive is fully backward compatible, but old tape formats are more abrasive than more recent ones. Using older tape formats can reduce the life expectancy of the tape drive. Table 3-2 summarizes the compatibility between tape drive models and tape cartridges. Table 3-2.
Write-Protecting Cartridges Operation Write-Protecting Cartridges If you want to protect the data on a cartridge from being altered or overwritten, you can write-protect the cartridge. Figure 3-4. Write-Protecting a Cartridge 1 2 1. Tab Closed, Cartridge Write-Enabled 2.
Cleaning Tape Cartridges Operation Cleaning Tape Cartridges HP recommends cleaning the tape drive weekly using a cleaning cartridge. Do not use swabs or other means to clean the heads. The cleaning cartridge uses a special tape to clean the tape heads. A cleaning cartridge can only be used 50 times or as instructed on the cartridge packaging. Always place a check mark in a box each time you use the cartridge to clean the tape drive. Replace the cleaning cartridge when all the boxes are checked. 1.
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4 Troubleshooting The first step in problem-solving is establishing whether the problem lies with the tape cartridge, the tape drive, or the server and its connections. If a problem occurs with the tape drive or the server and its connections, refer to the steps in Section 2, Installing and Configuring the Tape Drive for the NonStop S-Series Server, to make sure that everything was installed and connected correctly.
Troubleshooting The Tape Drive Will Not Accept the Tape Cartridge (or Ejects It Immediately) The Tape Drive Will Not Accept the Tape Cartridge (or Ejects It Immediately) The tape cartridge might have been damaged (dropped, for example), or the tape drive might have a fault. If it is a cleaning cartridge, it has probably expired and should be discarded immediately. For data cartridges: 1. Check that the tape drive has power, the power cable is properly connected, and the Tape LED is on. 2.
A Specifications This appendix provides specifications for the tape drive. Figure A-1. Tape Drive Dimensions 3 1 2 1. Length - 10 inches (25.4 centimeters) 2. Width - 8 inches (20.3 centimeters) 3. Height - 2.5 inches (6.4 centimeters) Weight of Tape Drive Components This table lists the weight of the tape drive and cartridges. Table A-1. Weight of Tape Drive Components Component Weight Tape drive 5 pounds (2.27 kilograms) DAT 72 tape cartridge 1.1 ounces (31.2 grams) with case 0.5 ounces (14.
Technical Specifications Specifications Technical Specifications Capacity Native 36 gigabytes Compressed (assumes 2:1 data compression) 72 gigabytes Buffer Size 8 megabytes Performance Sustained Transfer Rate (native) 3.2 megabytes/second Sustained Transfer Rate (with 2:1 data compression) 6.4 megabytes/second Data Access Time 68 seconds Average Load Time 15 seconds Average Unload Time 15 seconds Rewind Time 120 seconds (end to end) Rewind Tape Speed 1.
Power Specifications Specifications Power Specifications Power Requirements • • 100 to 240 V ac 50/60 Hertz Environmental Specifications Relative Humidity Temperature Range Storage 5% to 95% Operating 20% to 80% Storage -40 degrees to 158 degrees Fahrenheit (-40 degrees to 70 degrees Celsius) Operating -41 degrees to 158 degrees Fahrenheit (-40 degrees to 70 degrees Celsius) 5243 Tape Drive Installation and User’s Guide —542758-003 A- 3
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Safety and Compliance This sections contains three types of required safety and compliance statements: • • • Regulatory compliance Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment (WEEE) Safety Regulatory Compliance Statements The following regulatory compliance statements apply to the products documented by this manual. FCC Compliance This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class A digital device, pursuant to part 15 of the FCC Rules.
Regulatory Compliance Statements Safety and Compliance Korea MIC Compliance Taiwan (BSMI) Compliance Japan (VCCI) Compliance This is a Class A product based on the standard or the Voluntary Control Council for Interference by Information Technology Equipment (VCCI). If this equipment is used in a domestic environment, radio disturbance may occur, in which case the user may be required to take corrective actions.
Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment (WEEE) Safety and Compliance European Union Notice Products with the CE Marking comply with both the EMC Directive (89/336/EEC) and the Low Voltage Directive (73/23/EEC) issued by the Commission of the European Community.
Important Safety Information Safety and Compliance Important Safety Information Safety information is available from the NTL home page. Select Safety and Compliance > Important Safety Information. To open the safety information in a language other than English, select the language. Local HP support can also help direct you to your safety information.
Declaration of Conformity Safety and Compliance Declaration of Conformity The undersigned authority declares that the product listed below PRODUCT TYPE DAT72 Tabletop Tape Drive MODEL NUMBERS HP 5243 INTERFACES SCSI and manufactured at the following manufacturing location Tributary Systems, Inc. 3717 Commerce Place Suite C Bedford, Texas 76021 U.S.A.
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Index C Configuration PMF CRU 2-4 ServerNet/DA 2-4 F Fibre Channel ServerNet adapter 1-3 Fibre Channel to SCSI router 1-3 L Light emitting diodes 3-2 N NonStop NS-series server 1-3 NonStop S-series server 1-2, 2-2 S SCSI cables 2-2 ServerNet D/A 2-4 Specifications dimensions A-1 environmental A-3 power A-3 technical A-2 T Tape cartridges 3-5 cleaning 3-7 ejecting 3-4 handling 3-7 inserting 3-3 problems 4-1 write protecting 3-6 Troubleshooting 4-1 5243 Tape Drive Installation and User’s Guide —542758-0
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