Exabyte 8505XL Bedienungsanleitung

8505XL 8-mm Tape DriveOwner’s GuideDocument Number 007-3086-001

xAbout This GuideTypographical ConventionsThese type conventions and symbols are used throughout this guide:Italics Filenames, variables, IRIX® comman

1Chapter 11. InstallationThis chapter provides information for the following tasks:• preparing for installation• installing the tape drive• installing

2Chapter 1: InstallationPreparing for InstallationTo prepare for installation, follow the steps described in this chapter.1. Ensure ESD protection (se

Installing the Tape Drive3Unpacking the Tape Drive and Saving the MaterialsCarefully remove the tape drive from its box. Save all the original packagi

4Chapter 1: InstallationBefore setting the tape drive’s SCSI ID, determine the SCSI IDs of all theother SCSI devices currently attached to your bus (f

Installing the Tape Drive51. Remove the four screws that secure the drive to the bottom of themounting sled (see Figure 1-1) and set them aside.Figure

6Chapter 1: InstallationFigure 1-2 Setting the SCSI ID (Default Setting Shown)4. Using a pair of flat-nose pliers, slide the small plastic jumpers over

Installing the Tape Drive77. Install the four screws that secure the bottom of the drive to the drivesled (see Figure 1-1).Configuring the Drive Sled f

8Chapter 1: InstallationFigure 1-3 Setting the Drive Sled for Single-Ended OperationNote: Your system disk should always be set to SCSI ID 1. Be sure

Installing the Tape Drive9Follow these instructions to install a half-height front-loading device:Installing Into a Horizontal Drive BayFollow these i

8505XL 8-mm Tape Drive Owner’s GuideDocument Number 007-3086-001CONTRIBUTORSWritten by Pablo RozalIllustrated by Dan Young and Cheri BrownEdited by Ch

10Chapter 1: InstallationFigure 1-4 Installing the Tape Drive Into a Horizontal Drive BaySlide drive leverleft to lock sledDrive lever inlocked positi

Installing the Tape Drive11Figure 1-5 Installing the Tape Drive Into a Vertical Drive BayDrive sledDrive

12Chapter 1: InstallationTurning On Power to the Tape DriveWhen power is applied to the 8505XL, watch for the following:• All three of the tape drive’

Installing the Tape Drive131. Locate a data cartridge that does not contain any valuable informationand make sure that its write-protect switch is set

14Chapter 1: InstallationFigure 1-7 Loading a Data Cartridge3. Wait while the tape drive loads the tape, determines the tape format,and positions the

Installing the Tape Drive154. Perform a backup operation to write a small amount of data to the tape(see your IRIX administration documentation, as re

16Chapter 1: Installation

17Chapter 22. Operating the Tape DriveThis section includes information about the following:• reading the tape drive’s LEDs• selecting data cartridges

18Chapter 2: Operating the Tape DriveFigure 2-1 8505XL Front PanelNote: You may occasionally observe LED combinations and sequences notdescribed in Ta

Selecting Data Cartridges19Note: The LEDs flash at different speeds to distinguish between states:• slow flash = 1 flash/second• fast flash = 4 flashes/sec

iiiContentsList of Figures vList of Tables viiAbout This Guide ixTypographical Conventions x1. Installation 1Products that Support the

20Chapter 2: Operating the Tape DriveNote: The EXATAPE 160-m XL data cartridges contain a recognition systemstripe located on the tape leader for medi

Unloading a Data Cartridge21Unloading a Data CartridgeThe unload button is the only operating control on the tape drive. It is usedto unload the data

22Chapter 2: Operating the Tape Drive

23Chapter 33. Preventive MaintenanceThe only routine maintenance required by the tape drive is regular cleaningof the tape drive heads and tape path.

24Chapter 3: Preventive MaintenanceUsing the Cleaning CartridgeTo use the cleaning cartridge, follow these steps:1. Make sure that the tape drive is o

Caring for Data Cartridges25Caring for Data CartridgesTo maximize the shelf life of your tapes and assure data integrity, followthese guidelines when

26Chapter 3: Preventive MaintenanceReplacing Data CartridgesApproximately once each year, you may want to read all information on atape and check the

27Chapter 44. TroubleshootingThis chapter provides suggestions for solving problems that may occurwhen you are installing and operating your tape driv

28Chapter 4: TroubleshootingProblems With Tape Drive OperationMost problems with tape drive operation occur with improper cartridge use.If you have be

Problems With Tape Drive Operation29If you are experiencing operating problems loading or unloading a datacartridge, check the following:• Make sure t

ivContents2. Operating the Tape Drive 17Reading the LEDs 17Selecting Data Cartridges 19Write-Protecting a Data Cartridge 20Loading a Data

30Chapter 4: Troubleshooting

31Appendix AA. Tape Drive SpecificationsTable A-1 shows the specifications for the 8505XL tape drive.Table A-1 Drive SpecificationsParameter Specificatio

32Appendix A: Tape Drive SpecificationsPower and ReliabilityInput voltages Standard + 5 VDC and +12 VDC 5%Power consumption 14.5 WMean time between

vList of FiguresFigure 1-1 Removing/Installing the Drive From/On the Drive Sled 5Figure 1-2 Setting the SCSI ID (Default Setting Shown) 6Figure

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viiList of TablesTable 1-1 Problems and Possible Solutions 15Table 2-1 LED States and Interpretations 18Table 2-2 8505XL Tape Capacity 19Tabl

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ixAbout This GuideThis guide helps you set up, install, and operate the 8505XL tape drive. The8505XL uses 8-mm format tapes and installs in most of th