Dell PowerVault Tape SystemsLTO Media Handbook
10 LTO Media HandbookPowerVault LTO-5 and LTO-6 Tape DrivesTable 5. PowerVault LTO-5 and LTO-6 Drive Types and Basic CharacteristicsPowerVault LTO-5-
LTO Media Handbook 11Media Types for PowerVault LTO Tape DrivesTable 6. Supported Ultrium Media Types Per PowerVault 110 LTO Tape DriveUltrium-1 Medi
12 LTO Media HandbookTable 7. Supported LTO Media Types Per PowerVault 110 LTO Tape DriveLTO-3 WORM Media LTO-4 WORM MediaLTO-5 WORM MediaLTO-6 WORM
LTO Media Handbook 13Media Color SchemesTable 8 describes the media color schemes and labels for PowerVault LTO tapes. NOTE: All Dell LTO cleaning me
14 LTO Media HandbookInvalid Media SymptomsPowerVault LTO tape drive with invalid media displays the following symptoms: • Cleaning light turns on.• M
LTO Media Handbook 15Migrating LTO Media Known issues for media migration from one manufacturer to another are fixed through the drive firmware. Use t
16 LTO Media HandbookCleaning Media Usage and Drive Cleaning Lights NOTE: New Dell UCC tapes are labeled—For Use With All Ultrium 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, and
LTO Media Handbook 17Legend Dell PowerVault 110T LTO-4-120HH (IBM)See Table 11 50 C on seven segment displayDell PowerVault 110T LTO-5-140 (IBM)See Ta
18 LTO Media HandbookThe cleaning light on an LTO drive turns on for the following reasons:• A periodic maintenance threshold has exceeded.– If the ta
LTO Media Handbook 19Dell PowerVault 110T LTO-2No seven segment display indicator.• Activity light blinks green.• Ejects tape shorty after.•Pre firmwa
Notes, Cautions, and Warnings NOTE: A NOTE indicates important information that helps you make better use of your computer. CAUTION: A CAUTION indi
20 LTO Media Handbook NOTE: Run Dell Online PowerEdge Diagnostics to determine media or hardware related failures. Dell PowerVault LTO3-060No seven s
LTO Media Handbook 21 NOTE: Dell Online PowerEdge Diagnostics does not support PowerVault 110T LTO tape drives. For more information, see Table 1.Stu
22 LTO Media Handbook NOTE: It may take up to 20 minutes for a tape cartridge to fully rewind and eject. Dell PowerVault 110T LTO3-060 (IBM)1Press an
LTO Media Handbook 23Erasing a Pre-Written LTO Tape CAUTION: Do not bulk erase Ultrium format cartridges. This destroys pre-recorded servo informatio
24 LTO Media HandbookMedia HandlingMedia DescriptionFigure 1-2. LTO Ultrium Data CartridgeFigure 1-3. Correct Leader Pin Location1 LTO CM 3 write-pr
LTO Media Handbook 25Perform a Thorough Inspection• Inspect the cartridge packaging to check for any rough handling. • When inspecting a cartridge, op
26 LTO Media HandbookFigure 1-4. Media Inspection - Bad TapeFigure 1-5 displays a tape that has been dropped and the cartridge seam has split. NOTE
LTO Media Handbook 27Figure 1-6. Media Inspection - Good TapeEnsure Proper Packaging While Shipping Tapes• When you ship a cartridge, ship it in its
28 LTO Media HandbookCartridge Storage Conditions• Before you use a cartridge, let it acclimate to the normal operating environment for 24 hours. • En
LTO Media Handbook 29Media Do’s and Don’tsDo’s:• Store cartridges in their protective cases.• Handle cartridges with great care.• Store the cartridge
Contents 3ContentsDrives and Media . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5PowerVault LTO-1 Tape Drives . . . . . . . . . . . . 5PowerVault LTO
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4 ContentsEnsure Proper Packaging While Shipping Tapes. . 27Cartridge Storage Conditions . . . . . . . . . . . . 28Cartridge Life . . . . . . .
LTO Media Handbook 5This document describes media compatibility, handling, and usage for all Dell PowerVault Linear Tape Open (LTO) drives. Drives and
6 LTO Media HandbookPhysical Device Description• Single air intake at the bottom of the drive • Eject button at top right corner • Status lights (vert
LTO Media Handbook 7PowerVault LTO-2 Tape DrivesTable 2. LTO-2 Drive Types and Basic CharacteristicsPowerVault 110T LTO2 PowerVault 110T LTO-2-L (Cer
8 LTO Media HandbookPowerVault LTO-3 Tape DrivesTable 3. LTO-3 Drive Types and Basic Characteristics PowerVault 110T LTO 3 PowerVault LTO-3-060 Power
LTO Media Handbook 9PowerVault LTO-4 Tape DrivesTable 4. PowerVault LTO-4 Drive Types and Basic CharacteristicsPowerVault LTO-4-120 (IBM) PowerVault
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