Exabyte 1X7 LTO User Manual

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 2006

After configuring the autoloader, check the setup by performing the exercises 

suggested below. While these exercises are not required, it is a good idea to 

verify that your software and hardware are properly communicating before 

you begin operation.



Import several cartridges into the autoloader, and load and unload 

cartridges into the tape drive. See 

 for instructions. You may also 

want to run a system demo. See 

 for instructions. These exercises 

help determine whether the autoloader’s hardware components are 

operating properly.



If you have not already done so, install the software application on the host 

computer. Instruct the software to load and unload one or more cartridges 

in the tape drive. This helps determine whether the software and autoloader 

are communicating properly.



Back up several megabytes of data with the tape drive and perform a 

comparison check on the backed-up data. This determines whether the 

software and tape drive are communicating properly.

If the autoloader and tape drive are not operating as expected, see



 for troubleshooting tips



 for error message descriptions and corrective actions

If you cannot resolve the problem yourself, contact Exabyte Technical Support 

(see