User guide

Controller Path
SCSI ID An identification number assigned to the device when configured.
SCSI Controller
The number (3) that identifies the SCSI controller that manages the tape
drive.
Example: SSAC (1.1.55.3)
Configured
Controller Location
The location of the SCSI controller.
Example: IOMF2.SAC-3.GRP-1.MOD-1.SLOT-55
Actions
Responsive Test
Verifies that the component is installed and responding.
Start
Puts the tape process in a state to accept regular I/O commands to the tape drive. When the Start
action completes, the drive is in the Started state.
Note that Start is a logical command and does not affect the hardware.
Stop
Puts the tape process in a state to disallow regular I/O commands to the tape drive. When the Stop
action completes, the tape drive is in the Stopped state.
Note that Stop is a logical command and does not affect the hardware.
Switch Process Pair
Switches processors of the primary and backup tape I/O processes.
Test Extended
Tests vary depending on the type of tape drive. This table lists the actions performed for each
supported tape device (listed by Product ID).
Product ID Actions Performed
CT9840
N/A (The action can be initiated, but it will perform the same tests done by the Test
Verify action.)
T514x
Data loopback test
Drum motor test
Servo interface loopback test