User's Manual

Configuring and Operating the DLT2500 Mini-Library
DLT2000/DLT2500/DLT2700 Cartridge Tape Subsytem 4-17
4.8 Default Operating Modes
The mini-library operates in 4 modes:
• Normal
• Density Select
• SCSI ID Select
• Code Update
4.8.1 Normal Mode
Normal mode is used by default after you turn on or reset the mini-library. The
information displayed during this mode depends on the state of the mini-library.
If the display says …
……
…
It means the …
……
…
LDR ACT
Loader is active
LDR RDY
Loader is inactive and no cartridge is in the
drive
DRV RDY
Drive is ready
DRV ACT
Drive is active
DRV REW
Tape is rewinding
HC
Use cleaning tape
WP
Drive is in write-protect status
Switch Functions
While in Normal mode:
When you press and release the Display Mode button, the mini-library enters Density
Select mode.
When you press and hold the Display Mode button (about 5 seconds), the mini-library
enters SCSI ID Select mode.