Quantum sdlt 220 Guía Del Usuario
81-85002-01
March 2004
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CHAPTER 5
Using Your Tape Drive
This chapter describes how to start using your tape drive system. This includes
making a trial back-up, cleaning the tape mechanism, and various troubleshooting
information. This chapter also includes information on the LEDs and buttons on
the front panel of the system.
making a trial back-up, cleaning the tape mechanism, and various troubleshooting
information. This chapter also includes information on the LEDs and buttons on
the front panel of the system.
This chapter covers the following topics:
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describes the sequence of activities that occur when
power is first applied to the drive.
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describes how to backup a sample file to ensure
proper operation of the system.
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describes how to update the firmware (microcode)
that resides inside the tape drive and controls its behavior.
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when using SDLT cleaning cartridges.
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describes the functionality of the front
panel controls and LEDs.
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describes how to write to (or read from) data cartridges
using specific formats of your choice.
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lists troubleshooting tips and diagnostic tools in the event
that the tape system fails.