User's Manual
Configuring and Operating the DLT2500 Mini-Library 
 4-8 DLT2000/DLT2500/DLT2700 Cartridge Tape Subsytem 
4.4 Test the Installation  
This section tells you how to run the power-on self-test (POST) and what to do after 
POST. 
4.4.1 Run POST  
To test the installation for the mini-library by running POST: 
1. Turn on the system power. 
2. Set the power switch on the mini-library rear panel to on. 
 Result: POST runs automatically when you turn on the mini-library 
3. Watch the display on the mini-library front panel. Ensure the sequence of events are 
the same as listed: 
Event 
Action 
 1  The message LDR RST (loader reset) displays. 
 2  The message LDR ACT (loader active) displays. 
 3  A series of numbers display as the mini-library elevator goes up 
and down. 
 4  The message LDR RDY (loader ready) displays. 
4.4.2 What to Do after POST 
Verify whether the POST events took place. 
If …
……
… 
Then …
……
… 
All the events took place  POST succeeded. The mini-library is ready for 
operation. 
All the events did not take 
place 
POST failed. You should see the message LDR RST 
(loader reset) display. 
1.Verify you terminated the SCSI bus. 
2.Turn the mini-library power off and then on 
again. If POST still does not succeed, call your 
service representative. 










