User's Manual
Configuring and Operating the DLT2700 Mini-Library 
DLT2000/DLT2500/DLT2700 Cartridge Tape Subsystem 5-15 
5.7 Power-On Process 
_________________________ Caution __________________________ 
Before applying power, verify the DLT2700 is set (see the 
label on the mini-library rear panel) for the available ac 
supply voltage. 
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Table 5-3 explains what happens during each phase of the DLT2700 operation. 
Table 5-3 Loader Power-On Self-Test  
Phase  What Happens 
 1. 
When you power on the DLT2700, the Loader Fault and Power On lights 
on the loader OCP are on. 
 2. 
One second later, all lights are on. Within 15 seconds, POST of the 
loader mechanics completes. 
•= If the Magazine Fault and Loader Fault lights turn off, loader POST 
succeeded. 
•= If the Magazine Fault and Loader Fault lights stay on, loader POST 
failed. 
 3. 
A few seconds later, the drive controller resets the loader. 
 4. 
Loader POST starts again. 
If …
……
… Then POST …
……
… 
The Magazine Fault and Loader Fault lights 
turn off and shortly after, all OCP lights but 
Power On turn off 
Passed 
The Magazine Fault and Loader Fault lights 
stay on 
Failed 
_________________________ Note _____________________________ 
If the Magazine Fault or Loader Fault lights remain on, POST 
detected an error. See Chapter 6 for error conditions. 
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 5. 
The elevator scans the magazine to determine which slots contain 
cartridges. 










