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SDLT 600A Product Manual, 81-81487-02 A01, December 2006, Made in USA. Quantum Corporation provides this publication “as is” without warranty of any kind, either express or implied, including but not limited to the implied warranties of merchantability or fitness for a particular purpose. Quantum Corporation may revise this publication from time to time without notice. COPYRIGHT STATEMENT Copyright 2006 by Quantum Corporation. All rights reserved. Your right to copy this manual is limited by copyright law.
Contents Preface Chapter 1 xiv Introduction 1 Overview ........................................................................................................................... 1 Product Features............................................................................................................... 3 Chapter 2 Installing Your Tape Drive 4 Warranty Note ..................................................................................................................
Contents Managing the Tape Drive ............................................................................................. 13 Configuring the Tape Drive................................................................................... 13 Multiuser Connection............................................................................................. 16 Managing the Tape Drive Using a Web Browser............................................... 17 Using the Setup Menu ....................................
Contents Chapter 4 Using the FTP File Server 52 Getting Started ................................................................................................................ 52 The Java Plug-in ...................................................................................................... 52 Certificate of Security ............................................................................................. 53 FTP File Transfers..................................................................
Contents Modular Design............................................................................................................ 100 Data Control Module............................................................................................ 101 Tape Control Module ........................................................................................... 102 Front Panel Module ..............................................................................................
Contents Environmental Compliance ........................................................................................ 135 Disposal of Electrical and Electronic Equipment ....................................................
Figures Figure 1 SDLT 600A Tape Drive .............................................................................. 2 Figure 2 Install the Rackmount SDLT 600A ........................................................... 9 Figure 3 Connect the Power Cable .......................................................................... 9 Figure 4 Power on the Rackmount Tape Drive.................................................... 10 Figure 5 Powering On the Tape Drive ....................................
Figures Figure 18 Change Password ..................................................................................... 26 Figure 19 Mac OS X System Network ..................................................................... 28 Figure 20 Mac OS X System Ethernet Network ..................................................... 29 Figure 21 Mac OS X IP Address Settings ................................................................ 30 Figure 22 SDLT 600A Tape Drive Front Panel.......................
Figures Figure 47 MXF Files and Metadata.......................................................................... 60 Figure 48 Additional Metadata Columns ............................................................... 61 Figure 49 Audio Essence Metadata ......................................................................... 61 Figure 50 Contextual Menu ...................................................................................... 62 Figure 51 Renaming Files or Folders .................
Figures Figure 76 SDLT 600A Tape Drive Modular Design ............................................ 101 Figure 77 Multiple Layers Comprise Super DLTtape II Media......................... 116 Figure 78 Super DLTtape II Data Cartridge ......................................................... 117 Figure 79 Super DLTtape II Media Shipping Limits........................................... 117 Figure 80 Super DLTtape II Data Cartridge .........................................................
Tables Table 1 System Defaults .......................................................................... 18 Table 2 Front Panel Elements ................................................................. 33 Table 3 LED Lighting Pattern During Power-On Self-Test (POST).. 48 Table 4 Troubleshooting Chart .............................................................. 51 Table 5 SDLT 600A Tape Drive Performance Data ...........................
Tables Table 18 Write-Protect Switch Positions ...............................................127 Table 19 EMI Regulations and Certifications .......................................133 Table 20 Immunity and ESD Failure Level Limits...............................133 Table 21 Acoustic Noise Emissions, Nominal ......................................
Preface This document serves as an easy-to-use information source and product catalog to familiarize Quantum customers and systems professionals with the SDLT 600A tape drive. The SDLT 600A tape drive is an extension of the Digital Linear Tape (DLT®) product family. Audience The primary audience for this document consists of end users installing and using the tape drive.
Document Organization This document is organized as follows: • Chapter 1, Introduction, provides an overview of the tape drive and product features. • Chapter 2, Installing Your Tape Drive, includes information on warranty, safety, handling, and ESD precautions, pre-installation guidelines, and installation procedures.
This document uses the following: Related Documents Contacts • Right side of the tape drive — Refers to the right side as you face the component being described. • Left side of the tape drive — Refers to the left side as you face the component being described. • Power cycle — Means to turn the tape drive or system on, then turn them off (or off, then on). • Dimensions in figures — All dimensions are shown with no units specified (Inches understood unless otherwise specified).
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Software License The SDLT 600A uses edtFTPj 1.4.5 Java API which is under the GNU Lesser General Public License (LGPL) and hence can be freely used in commercial or non-commercial products. It should be noted, however, that under the LGPL, edtFTPj must be used as a library and not directly incorporated into codebase. SDLT 600A Product Manual • edtFTPj Web site: www.enterprisedt.com/products/edtftpj/ overview.html • GNU Lesser General Public License: www.gnu.org/licenses/ lgpl.
Chapter 1 1 Introduction This chapter describes the features of the Quantum SDLT 600A tape drive and covers the following topics: • Overview describes a basic overview of the tape drive. • Product Features lists product features of the tape drive. Overview 1 The Quantum SDLT 600A is an extension to the family of DLT products with video professionals in mind. Using the built-in FTP client in conjunction with a standard Web browser, Material Exchange Format (MXF) files can be stored and retrieved.
Chapter 1 Introduction Overview The SDLT 600A is available in either a tabletop (as shown in figure 1) or rackmount unit.
Chapter 1 Introduction Product Features Product Features 1 The SDLT 600A tape drive offers the following product features: • Convergent technology — the benefits of file-based data tape storage and the accessibility of video tape. • Built-in Gigabit Ethernet (GigE) interface. • Access to metadata and clip content by timecode-indexed in and out points through a web-based interface.
Chapter 2 2 Installing Your Tape Drive This chapter describes how to install the SDLT 600A tape drive. This includes installation instructions, power and signal cabling descriptions, and operating instructions. This chapter also includes information on configuring and connecting the tape drive into a system. This chapter covers the following topics: • Warranty Note provides a general reminder of certain precautions to follow so that you do not void your warranty.
Chapter 2 Installing Your Tape Drive Safety, Handling, and ESD Protection intended; and do not cover the product if you perform any of the following actions: • Modify the product without the manufacturer’s written approval. • Subject the product to unusual physical, environmental, or electrical stress, including damage caused by handling or shipping in unapproved containers or packaging. • Disturb any warranty labels, or the integrity of the product in any other way.
Chapter 2 Installing Your Tape Drive Safety, Handling, and ESD Protection Handling 2 Damage to the tape drive can occur as the result of careless handling, vibration, shock, or electrostatic discharge (ESD). For more details about ESD, see Electrostatic Discharge Protection. Caution: Always handle the SDLT 600A tape drive with care to avoid damage to the precision internal components. Hold the tape drive only by its sides.
Chapter 2 Installing Your Tape Drive Safety, Handling, and ESD Protection Electrostatic Discharge Protection Several electrical components of the SDLT 600A tape drive are sensitive 2 to static electricity and electrostatic discharge (ESD). Even a static buildup or discharge that is too slight to feel can be sufficient to destroy or degrade a component’s operation.
Chapter 2 Installing Your Tape Drive Pre-Installation Guidelines Pre-Installation Guidelines 2 Before you begin, check the contents of the box and record the applicable numbers and confirm software and operating system compatibility. Check the tape drive to be certain it is operating properly before installing it in a system. 1 Unpack and review the contents of the box for any physical damage. If you find damaged items, contact your tape drive provider.
Chapter 2 Installing Your Tape Drive Installing the Tape Drive Figure 2 Install the Rackmount SDLT 600A Thumbscrews 3 Connect one end of the power cord to the power cord connector on the rear of the rackmount tape drive and the other end of the power cord to an AC outlet. See figure 3.
Chapter 2 Installing Your Tape Drive Installing the Tape Drive 4 Connect one end of an Ethernet cable to the network port located on the rear of the tape drive and connect the other end to a network switch or router (see Connecting the SDLT 600A to the Network Port). Note: The GigE network port is backward compatible with 100BaseT and 10BaseT networks. To get the full performance of the SDLT 600A, it is advisable to use a GigE network.
Chapter 2 Installing Your Tape Drive Installing the Tape Drive 3 Power on the tape drive using the switch on the rear panel (see figure 5). 4 Upon completion, proceed to the next section to confirm the installation. Caution: Quantum recommends the use of an uninterruptible power supply (UPS). If power is interrupted while the drive is operating, all changes to an inserted cartridge will be lost.
Chapter 2 Installing Your Tape Drive Getting Started Figure 6 Connecting to the Network Port (Tabletop Tape Drive Shown) Host network port Network port Router Note: The SDLT 600A may be directly connected to the host computer network port. Ethernet cables Getting Started 2 The only software required on your system is the Java Plug-in. The Java Plug-in is the virtual machine software that allows the execution of Java applets.
Chapter 2 Installing Your Tape Drive Managing the Tape Drive Web browser automatically once installed. For Mac OSX, the supported JRE version is 1.4.2. Certificate of Security 2 Since the Java FTP client reaches the local directories of your computer, a certificate of security is required. When the Java FTP client is loaded, the Java Plug-in displays a window prompting you to accept our certificate of security.
Chapter 2 Installing Your Tape Drive Managing the Tape Drive Figure 8 IP Configuration Options To configure IP yes Is SDLT 600A on its own network? no Open PC's network properties Leave SDLT 600A on 10.10.10.10 yes Is PC configured for DHCP? no Obtain valid IP and netmask for SDLT 600A from network admin Configure PC to IP 10.10.10.
Chapter 2 Installing Your Tape Drive Managing the Tape Drive 2 Windows Configuration The host IP configuration may have to be modified to communicate with the drive. Note: The factory default IP address for the SDLT 600A is set to 10.10.10.10. The following steps can be used to setup and communicate with the SDLT 600A tape drive: 1 Go to Network Connections and click the LAN icon. 2 Go to Internet Protocol (TCP/IP) connection and click Properties (see figure 9).
Chapter 2 Installing Your Tape Drive Managing the Tape Drive Figure 10 Internet Protocol (TCP/IP) Properties Enter the IP address and Subnet mask 5 Launch a Web browser (Internet Explorer, Netscape, or Firefox). Note: For Linux — Configure using the following: ifconfig eth0:1 10.10.10.1 For Macintosh — Configure using System Preferences, Built-In Ethernet, and Manually 10.10.10.10. For other configurations, refer to Sample Configurations for Linux and Mac OS X.
Chapter 2 Installing Your Tape Drive Managing the Tape Drive Managing the Tape Drive Using a Web Browser The SDLT 600A main page is available by entering the drive’s product IP 2 address (or URL) in the address bar of a Web browser. 1 Type in the IP address of the drive (http://10.10.10.10) in the address line of the browser. 2 From the Start window, select Login (see figure 11). 3 When prompted for a password (see figure 12), enter admin.
Chapter 2 Installing Your Tape Drive Managing the Tape Drive Figure 12 Login Window Enter password Figure 13 SDLT 600A Main Page Using the Setup Menu 2 The values shown in the figures that follow are samples and may not represent the current values set in the SDLT 600A. Table 1 System Defaults SDLT 600A Product Manual Name Password/Setting Static IP address 10.10.10.10 Netmask 255.255.255.
Chapter 2 Installing Your Tape Drive Managing the Tape Drive Figure 14 Setup Window p IP address NTP server • Save all changes — saves any setup modification information. • Restore all previous values — restores the previous setup information. Use DHCP 2 Check this box to enable DHCP. If enabled, the SDLT 600A attempts to get its network configuration from a DHCP server when it boots. If the device fails to connect to the network, the predefined default values are used.
Chapter 2 Installing Your Tape Drive Managing the Tape Drive passed to the DHCP Server for dynamic DNS updates. For more information, contact your network administrator. Note: When installing multiple drives, be sure each tape drive has a unique IP address and host name. 2 IP address For a manual IP address configuration (DHCP disabled), enter a valid IP address here according to the network configuration. For more information, contact your network administrator.
Chapter 2 Installing Your Tape Drive Managing the Tape Drive 2 NTP server Network Time Protocol (NTP) is any device that responds to NTP time requests and synchronizes the clocks of computers (clients or servers) over a network. Enter a NTP server address. You can set the NTP server IP address in the SDLT 600A Setup page. This is required to synchronize the SDLT 600A tape drive on a network. For example, the NTP server stamps its date and time metadata when a new file is stored on a SDLT 600A cartridge.
Chapter 2 Installing Your Tape Drive Managing the Tape Drive In the event the FTP server times out, the error message Software caused connection abort: socket write error is displayed at the FTP client (see figure 16). • FTP Client The built-in Java FTP client timeout value is set in Timeout (sec) in the Configuration tab display (see figure 15). A zero entry sets the default timeout value to 900 seconds (15 minutes).
Chapter 2 Installing Your Tape Drive Managing the Tape Drive Figure 16 Connection Abort SDLT 600A Product Manual 23
Chapter 2 Installing Your Tape Drive Managing the Tape Drive Figure 17 Read Timed Out . New Root’s password 2 The password for a root user connection can be set using the New Root's password. The default login for root user connection is root and password is password. After setting it, and clicking Update, the SDLT 600A must reboot to change the password.
Chapter 2 Installing Your Tape Drive Managing the Tape Drive 2 Telnet interface enabled If you have a valid administrator password, checking this option will allow you to access the management functions within the server using a command-line (Telnet) interface. Note: In order to use this function at least one of the management interface options must be enabled.
Chapter 2 Installing Your Tape Drive Managing the Tape Drive Figure 18 Change Password SDLT 600A Product Manual 26
Chapter 2 Installing Your Tape Drive Managing the Tape Drive Sample Configurations for The following examples show typical configuration settings for the Linux Linux and Mac OS X 2 and Mac OS X operating systems: Linux Configuration 2 The following is a sample Linux configuration. [user@host ~]$ su -l Password: [root@host ~]# ftp 10.10.10.10 ftp: connect: Connection timed out ftp> quit [root@host ~]# ifconfig eth0:1 10.10.10.1 up [root@host ~]# ftp 10.10.10.10 Connected to 10.10.10.10.
Chapter 2 Installing Your Tape Drive Managing the Tape Drive r Restore all previous values s Save all changes b Reboot q Logoff Enter option: q Connection closed by foreign host. [root@host ~]# ifconfig eth0:1 down [root@host ~]# 2 Mac OS X Configuration Set an IP address: 1 From the blue Apple menu, select System Preferences. 2 Select Network.
Chapter 2 Installing Your Tape Drive Managing the Tape Drive 3 Highlight the Built-in Ethernet item and then select the Configure button.
Chapter 2 Installing Your Tape Drive Managing the Tape Drive 4 Select the Manually in the Configuration IPv4 drop-down box and enter the IP address in the IP Address dialogue box.
Chapter 3 3 Using Your Tape Drive This chapter provides information about the LEDs and buttons on the front panel of the SDLT 600A tape system, formatting tape media cartridges, updating the firmware, cleaning the SDLT 600A tape mechanism, and troubleshooting. Please refer to Chapter 4, Using the FTP File Server for FTP file transfer information. This chapter covers the following topics: • Front Panel Controls and LEDs describes the functionality of the front panel controls and LEDs.
Chapter 3 Using Your Tape Drive Front Panel Controls and LEDs Front Panel Controls and LEDs 3 All controls and LEDs are on the front panel of the SDLT 600A tape drive. See figure 22 for details. Use these controls and LEDs to operate and monitor the activity of the tape drive. Table 2 describes control and LED functionality.
Chapter 3 Using Your Tape Drive Front Panel Controls and LEDs Table 2 Front Panel Elements LED/Button/ Port Title Color/ Symbol All LEDs All LEDs illuminate briefly and then illuminate in sequence until the reset completes SDLT 600A tape drive reset No LED No LEDs illuminate No data cartridge is inserted Cartridge Status LED Green Remains On Super DLTtape II data cartridge ejected Remains On Blank Super DLTtape II data cartridge inserted Remains On SDLT 600A tape drive formatted Super DLTta
Chapter 3 Using Your Tape Drive Front Panel Controls and LEDs LED/Button/ Port Title Cleaning Required LED Color/ Symbol Yellow Eject Button ! Action Explanation On Cleaning is required. See Front Panel Controls and LEDs for cleaning information. Off Cleaning is not required. Press Use the Eject button to eject the tape data cartridge from the tape drive. When you press the button, the tape drive completes any active writing of data to the tape, then ejects the data cartridge.
Chapter 3 Using Your Tape Drive Formatting Media Cartridges Formatting Media Cartridges 3 1 Insert the SDLTtape II cartridge into the tape drive. When the tape drive recognizes an unformatted or new media cartridge, a prompt appears when connected to the FTP client. Caution: When formatting with the SDLT 600A tape drive, all existing data on the media cartridge will be overwritten. 2 Click Yes. 3 When the tape drive does not recognize a compatible media cartridge (e.g.
Chapter 3 Using Your Tape Drive Updating the Firmware Updating the Firmware 3 Caution: Versions Do not power down the tape drive during an update. This will render the tape drive inoperable. 3 From the SDLT 600A Management page, you can access the Versions menu (see figure 24). to display product versions used in the SDLT 600A FTP server. You can also access the Contextual menu from the SDLT 600A Client page and click Licenses information.
Chapter 3 Using Your Tape Drive Updating the Firmware Figure 25 Server Update Window Locate the following file to update: SDLT600A.system.build_date (e.g. SDLT600A.system.2006-01-18-15_07) During the update, the following progress bar appears: Figure 26 Server Update Progress Bar Updating the Tape Drive Firmware From the SDLT 600A Management page, you can access the Tape Drive 3 update menu (on the left side) to change the firmware of the tape drive. Note: There is no confirmation of your choice.
Chapter 3 Using Your Tape Drive Updating the Firmware Figure 27 Tape Drive Update Window Locate the following file to update: sdlt_Vxx_oem1.img (e.g. sdlt2_V42_oem1.img) During the update, the following progress bar appears: Figure 28 Tape Drive Update Progress Bar Error Log 3 From the SDLT 600A main page, you can access the Error log menu (a sample log shown in figure 29). Note: The Error log is available for HTTP Web pages only.
Chapter 3 Using Your Tape Drive Updating the Firmware Rebooting the Tape Drive 3 A system reset is available through a reboot command on the SDLT 600A main page. Note: Always remove the tape before turning off the SDLT 600A. A tape cartridge can be unloaded during an active FTP session only by using the built-in FTP client. Right-click within the right pane of the FTP client window to display the Contextual menu, then click Eject tape. To reboot: 1 Click Reboot on the left side of the page.
Chapter 3 Using Your Tape Drive Cleaning the Tape Mechanism Figure 32 Restart Confirmation Window 3 Click OK. Cleaning the Tape Mechanism 3 This section discusses the tape drive cleaning tape, maintenance considerations, and important compatibility issues. Note: Occasional Cleaning of Tape Head 3 When the yellow LED is lit, use the SDLT CleaningTape to clean the unit. Do not clean the tape drive unless the tape drive specifically indicates cleaning is necessary.
Chapter 3 Using Your Tape Drive Cleaning the Tape Mechanism When to Use the Cleaning The SDLT 600A tape drive uses a built-in tape cleaning algorithm in Tape 3 conjunction with a cleaning tape. The SDLT CleaningTape is packaged in a plastic case, and is light gray in color. A yellow LED located on the front bezel of the SDLT 600A tape drive indicates when cleaning is needed; figure 22 on page 32 shows the location of this LED (and other front bezel LEDs).
Chapter 3 Using Your Tape Drive FTP File Transfer Troubleshooting FTP File Transfer Troubleshooting 3 This section provides troubleshooting information that might be helpful with problems encountered when working with FTP file transfers using the built-in FTP client and server. Root User 3 When three root users are already connected, and you try to connect as a root, you will have an FTP error window (see figure 74).
Chapter 3 Using Your Tape Drive FTP File Transfer Troubleshooting Figure 34 Acknowledge Error In Case of a Write Error 3 Any write error will cause all users to be disconnected. On any new connection after a write error, the following window displays (see figure 35): Figure 35 Write Error Window All FTP commands return an error as long as the write error is not acknowledged by a root user using ACKNOWLEDGE_ERROR (see figure 34).
Chapter 3 Using Your Tape Drive FTP File Transfer Troubleshooting drive), these modifications will not be saved in the eMAM when a user ejects the tape or disconnects its FTP client. MXF Troubleshooting 3 3 Two MXF Files with Same UMID It is possible that two MXF files have the same UMID when the MXF header metadata file is reingested into the SDLT 600A. On a partial restore operation, the FTP server searches for the file according to the UMID.
Chapter 3 Using Your Tape Drive FTP File Transfer Troubleshooting Built-in FTP Client Troubleshooting 3 3 Certificate of Security Out of Date Since the built-in FTP client (Java applet) reaches the local directories of your computer, a certificate of security is required. When the applet is loaded, the Java plug in prompts you to accept our certificate of security. 3 Java Run-time Environment (JRE) The JRE may be installed under the operating system without support for oriental or occidental scripts.
Chapter 3 Using Your Tape Drive FTP File Transfer Troubleshooting FTP Error Window 3 On occasion, a FTP error window requiring acknowledgement may be hidden behind a main window. As a result, all operations are disabled until the error is acknowledged. Use to bring the error window to the front. Deleted File Removal 3 When you type in a root folder for file selection and then delete the selection, the files are definitively removed from the file system.
Chapter 3 Using Your Tape Drive FTP File Transfer Troubleshooting a specific character set may not be listed into another encoding character set and may not be available for FTP operations. Anonymous Connection Not Supported 3 A SDLT 600A FTP server does not support anonymous connection.
Chapter 3 Using Your Tape Drive Power-On Self-Test (POST) Troubleshooting Note: There is no timeout in effect during a data transfer phase. Following the locate operation on tape, the FTP server returns 150 Connecting to port xxx to the client and starts transferring data. Resume is Disabled 3 Resume on store and retrieve operations is disabled for graphical clients, including the built-in FTP client. Abort Transfer 3 The ABORT command during a FTP transfer is not supported.
Chapter 3 Using Your Tape Drive Power-On Self-Test (POST) Troubleshooting See figure 36 to help familiarize yourself with the LEDs on the front panel. Stage 3 in the following table provides the sequence of operations to expect when power is turned on. Table 3 LED Lighting Pattern During Power-On Self-Test (POST) Stage What You Observe 1 (Power On) All LEDs illuminate for approximately one second. 2 The LEDs flash on, then off in a progressing pattern from left to right.
Chapter 3 Using Your Tape Drive Power-On Self-Test (POST) Troubleshooting Figure 36 SDLT 600A Tape Drive Front Panel LEDs Green/Orange LED (Cartridge Status) Green LED (Drive Status) Yellow LED (Cleaning Required) POST Troubleshooting Tips3 Table 4 provides troubleshooting tips that you will find useful in the event that your tape drive fails its POST. If, after attempting the recommended actions listed in the table, the problem still exists or recurs, a hardware failure may be the cause.
Chapter 3 Using Your Tape Drive Power-On Self-Test (POST) Troubleshooting Table 4 Troubleshooting Chart If… Then… You should… The system does not recognize the tape drive. Host computer may not be configured to recognize the network. Configure system to recognize the tape drive’s ID. Network/IP parameters may not be correct. Configure network/IP parameters. Network cable may be loose. Ensure that the network cable is fully seated at each connector end. The tape drive does not power on.
Chapter 4 4 Using the FTP File Server This chapter describes how to use your SDLT 600A tape drive for FTP file transfers and provides information about the FTP client commands. Getting Started 4 The only software required on your system is the Java Plug-in. The Java Plug-in is the virtual machine software that allows the execution of Java applets. The Java Plug-in 4 The Java FTP client needs the Java Virtual Machine to run. This Java Plugin is provided by Sun Microsystems.
Chapter 4 Using the FTP File Server FTP File Transfers Certificate of Security 4 Since the Java FTP client reaches the local directories of your computer, a certificate of security is required. When the Java FTP client is loaded, the Java Plug-in displays a window prompting you to accept our certificate of security.
Chapter 4 Using the FTP File Server FTP File Transfers Figure 38 Choosing an FTP Connection When selecting the FTP client, the Java Virtual Machine is first loaded (see figure 39). Figure 39 Java Virtual Machine Plug-in If the cartridge is not inserted, the following window appears (see figure 40).
Chapter 4 Using the FTP File Server FTP File Transfers SDLT 600A Client/FTP Client The SDLT 600A Client/FTP client allows you to transfer files to and from the tape drive, partially restore MXF files, and view the MXF metadata. 4 In the SDLT 600A main page, click SDLT 600A Client, then FTP client. Figure 41 SDLT 600A/FTP Client SDLT 600A Tab 4 SDLT 600A is the main tab view with a standard FTP client interface, providing two file panes.
Chapter 4 Using the FTP File Server FTP File Transfers Figure 42 Local Selection Window Figure 43 SDLT 600A Tab Display Server Drive Address bar Panes File Panes 4 On the top of each pane, there are three text zones: • The first zone allows you to select the system or server. • The second zone allows you to select the drive (only available on Local). • The third zone displays the currently navigated path and allows you to type the path within the address bar.
Chapter 4 Using the FTP File Server FTP File Transfers The panes can be local view or remote view and you can interact with the system as follows: • Double-click a folder to expand it to view the enclosed folders and files • Double-click a folder at the top followed by leader dots that lead toward the parent folder • Click an item (file or folder) to select it • Use for non-continuous and for continuous item selection • Use to select all files and folders • Use F2 is supported (al
Chapter 4 Using the FTP File Server FTP File Transfers Once a transfer is initiated, the bars show the transfer progress—when the indicator is moving back and forth, the tape is seeking, and once data copying actually begins the bar shows the progress. The queue lists the files to transfer as well as the status of the transfer.
Chapter 4 Using the FTP File Server FTP File Transfers Figure 45 System Refresh Window Note: Duplicate File Name When you perform a transfer between two remote servers (a procedure called Server to server or File eXchange Protocol (FXP), data is transferred directly from/to the source remote server to/from the target remote server, without routing this data through the client’s workstation. The client has no indication of the exact progression.
Chapter 4 Using the FTP File Server FTP File Transfers • Skip/Skip all— Continues the transfer for other selected files without overwriting the specified file(s). The source files must be selected (highlighted in blue) prior to attempting the drag and drop procedure. Information Within the Panes In addition to the information about a file (size, date, and so forth), 4 metadata information relative to the MXF files (file top, file end, essence, and so forth) is provided within the pane.
Chapter 4 Using the FTP File Server FTP File Transfers Figure 48 Additional Metadata Columns Each MXF file’s metadata may contain information for several essence types (e.g. video essence, audio essence) and you can display the associated metadata by clicking the selector within the Essence column, as indicated in figure 48 and figure 49. Figure 49 Audio Essence Metadata Contextual Menu 4 A Contextual menu allows you to control operations on the selected items.
Chapter 4 Using the FTP File Server FTP File Transfers Figure 50 Contextual Menu Standard operations MXF operations Tape operations Standard Operations 4 • From the Contextual menu, the Rename selection allows you to rename the selected folder. Enter the new name (see figure 51). To cancel the procedure, type . Figure 51 Renaming Files or Folders • From the Contextual menu, the Delete selection opens a window (see figure 52) to confirm the deletion of files.
Chapter 4 Using the FTP File Server FTP File Transfers the virtual files resulting from a partial restore or create header commands. Removing a folder will delete all the files within the folder as well as any subfolders and their corresponding files. Figure 52 Delete Window Note: The Trash folder (see figure 53) shows the list of files that you have deleted. When you delete a file, it is not entirely deleted from the tape, but rather, it is moved to the Trash folder.
Chapter 4 Using the FTP File Server FTP File Transfers Figure 54 Remove Window • From the Contextual menu, the Move selection opens a window (see figure 55) to specify the destination of the file or folder. The Move selection supports an absolute pathname, that is, you can enter a full pathname in the dialog box to set the destination of the file or folder. Note: The Trash folder cannot be moved. Figure 55 Move File Window Note: This operation can be useful to undelete a file.
Chapter 4 Using the FTP File Server FTP File Transfers Figure 56 Move File Window — Destination Folder • From the Contextual menu, the Create Folder selection opens a window (see figure 57) to specify the new folder. The Create Folder selection supports an absolute pathname, that is, you can enter a full pathname in the dialog box to set the destination of the file or folder.
Chapter 4 Using the FTP File Server FTP File Transfers • Number of video frames • MXF Operational pattern • MXF Unique Media Identifier (UMID) • Owner • Group Note: Multiple file selection is supported. Note: The SDLT 600A supports different video essences (see figure 59) and MXF operational patterns.
Chapter 4 Using the FTP File Server FTP File Transfers • From the Contextual menu, the Partial restore… selection opens a window to do a partial restore of a selected MXF file. Partial Restore 4 Partial restore allows you to get a part of an MXF AV file (subclip access by timecode) stored on the tape, that can be defined by the Starting time code and Ending time code or Starting time code and Number of frames.
Chapter 4 Using the FTP File Server FTP File Transfers When you click OK, and then Quit in the Partial Restore dialog, the Partial restore command creates a corresponding file into the current folder. The file is referred to as a virtual file as it contains no data but is actually a directory entry which points to the designated sub clip in the original file. Note: The .mxf extension is a required part of the destination file name, but will not be added automatically.
Chapter 4 Using the FTP File Server FTP File Transfers Figure 62 Partial Restore Successful Window When you click OK, the complete partial restore list displays. Once the partial restore has been successfully completed, the virtual file(s) are listed in the directory. Since there is only one virtual file for OP1A but several for OPATOM, when OPATOM virtual files are listed in the directory, they appear within subdirectories as shown in figure 63.
Chapter 4 Using the FTP File Server FTP File Transfers Figure 64 shows the resulting subdirectories created from the OPATOM partial restore operation (i.e., this is what would be seen if you doubleclicked the folder identified as partialP2-0005AJ in figure 63). Figure 64 Partial File List in OPATOM The result of the partial restore command is a virtual file. This file must be retrieved to be completed on the local hard disk.
Chapter 4 Using the FTP File Server FTP File Transfers and then select the Create Header item from the Contextual menu. The result of this command is a virtual file. In XML, its size is always 65536 (64 KB). Figure 65 Create Header Window Choose the appropriate extension as configured (see figure 66). Figure 66 Metadata Header — Virtual File This file must be retrieved to be completed.
Chapter 4 Using the FTP File Server FTP File Transfers Enter the new header name with any extension you want. You can choose the appropriate extension as configured into Configuration tab display (see figure 72 on page 75). Figure 66 shows the new header file. 4 Tape Operations • From the Contextual menu, click Erase tape. This will open a window (see figure 67) to erase the entire tape after your confirmation. Caution: All existing data on the file system will be overwritten when you click Erase tape.
Chapter 4 Using the FTP File Server FTP File Transfers Figure 68 Eject Tape Window Note: You cannot eject the tape without root privileges (see figure 69). Figure 69 Eject Tape Error Window • From the Contextual menu, click Tape info.... This will open an information window (figure 70) about the tape identifier and how space is utilized on the tape as follows.
Chapter 4 Using the FTP File Server FTP File Transfers Figure 70 Tape Information • From the Contextual menu, click Licenses information… opens a window about product versions and licenses of the SDLT 600A server and FTP client. The first version number listed is the version of the server firmware. Note: From the Contectual menu, Unlock system... is disabled for the standalone SDLT 600A tape drive. It is available when using the Quantum SuperLoader 3A.
Chapter 4 Using the FTP File Server FTP File Transfers 4 The Configuration tab contains four columns (see figure 72). The left Configuration Tab column allows you to manage the list of servers. The next three columns (Columns to show, File data to extract, and FTP Client options) are configuration options for metadata and FTP client parameters.
Chapter 4 Using the FTP File Server FTP File Transfers 4 Guest User Connection The login for guest user connection is guest and password is guest. The password for guest user cannot be set in the Setup page. Note: The built-in SDLT 600A FTP server does not support anonymous connections. Only a root user (password is password) and up to five guest users (password is guest) are supported.
Chapter 4 Using the FTP File Server FTP File Transfers connection. Therefore, a user cannot reconnect the root as long as the tape is not rewound. However, a guest connection is allowed.
Chapter 4 Using the FTP File Server FTP File Transfers Password —password to the FTP server Port — port of the FTP server Encoding — Specifies the encoding scheme of a connection in order to support FXP transfers between two servers with different encoding schemes. All encoding schemes available from the Java Runtime Environment (JRE) — even those that do not work with the SDLT 600A FTP server — are displayed in order to work with servers that would support them (see figure 75). The default is US_ASCII.
Chapter 4 Using the FTP File Server FTP File Transfers 4 FTP Client Options Font name — Specifies the character policy. The default is Arial (this font does not allow for display of Japanese charcters). Font size — Specifies the font size of the character policy. The default is 12. List parameter — Specifies the format of the LIST command. The default is al. This long format shows all files, including hidden files, and allows for full compatibility with FTP servers.
Chapter 4 Using the FTP File Server FTP File Transfers File System Limitations 4 The following list summarizes a number of file system limitations. 4 File Names and Entries • The maximum file name length is 97 characters, including the file name extension. • This space character is supported within a file name provided the file name is delimited by double quotes (for example, “filename with space”). Double quotes are not allowed within a file name.
Chapter 4 Using the FTP File Server FTP File Transfers • The encoding scheme of a local PC is the default encoding of your operating system (OS). • When you transfer files from a local PC (OS set to S-JIS) to a FTP server set to EUC, then: • When the FTP client lists the files from the local PC, Java encodes the S-JIS file names to UTF16. • When the FTP client lists the file names from the remote server, Java encodes the EUC file names to UTF16.
Chapter 4 Using the FTP File Server Supported FTP Commands Supported FTP Commands 4 To take full advantage of the SDLT 600A tape drive capabilities, you must have an FTP client that allows you to send SITE commands.
Chapter 4 Using the FTP File Server Supported FTP Commands Command DELE (*) Syntax dele Parameters : an existing relative or absolute pathname. Purpose This command allows the user to send a file to the Trash. RMD must be used instead of DELE to delete a directory. Command HELP Syntax help [ ] Parameters : a FTP command. Purpose Without parameters, this command lists in alphabetic order the standard commands.
Chapter 4 Using the FTP File Server Supported FTP Commands Command NLST Syntax nlst [ ] [ ] Parameters • : same format as ls UNIX command. '-a' and '-l' are currently supported. If no options, it is equivalent to a "ls" UNIX command. • : the directory or the filename that will be listed. A null argument implies the current working directory. Purpose This command lists directory or file contents the same way the UNIX command "ls" does.
Chapter 4 Using the FTP File Server Supported FTP Commands Command PORT Syntax port Parameters - : the concatenation of a 32-bit IP address and a 16-bit TCP port address. ::= , ::= ,,, ::= , ::= any decimal integer 1 through 255 Purpose This command changes the default data port value.
Chapter 4 Using the FTP File Server Supported FTP Commands Purpose This command causes the server-DTP to transfer a copy of the file, specified in the pathname, to the server DTP at the other end of the data connection. Command RMD (*) Syntax rmd Parameters : an existing relative or absolute directory. Purpose This command allows the user to remove a directory from the file system.
Chapter 4 Using the FTP File Server Supported FTP Commands Purpose This command causes the server-DTP to accept the data transferred via the data connection and to store the data as a file at the server site. If the file specified in the pathname exists at the server site, then its contents shall be replaced by the data being transferred. A new file is created at the server site if the file specified in the pathname does not already exist.
Chapter 4 Using the FTP File Server Supported FTP Commands Purpose This command allows the client to be identified by the server. It will be the first command transmitted by the user after the control connections are made. It must be immediately followed by the PASS command. The command sequence USER+PASS is necessary to access to the server file system. Any attempt to use this command when connected will be refused. Note: (*) = Commands requiring the ROOT privilege.
Chapter 4 Using the FTP File Server Supported FTP Commands RFC775 Commands Command 4 The following RFC775 commands are supported: XCUP Syntax Parameters Purpose see CDUP Command XCWD Syntax Parameters Purpose see CWD Command XMKD (*) Syntax Parameters Purpose see MKD Command XPWD Syntax Parameters Purpose see PWD Command XRMD (*) Syntax Parameters Purpose Note: see RMD (*) = Commands requiring the ROOT privilege.
Chapter 4 Using the FTP File Server Supported FTP Commands SITE Commands 4 The following SITE commands are supported: Command ACKNOWLEDGE_ERROR (*) Syntax site acknowledge_error Parameters N/A Purpose This command acknowledges an error which may have caused data loss, such as a write error or power failure. Command DELE (*) Syntax site dele Parameters : an existing relative or absolute pathname.
Chapter 4 Using the FTP File Server Supported FTP Commands Purpose This command sends to the FTP client the type of the essence(s) contained in the MXF file specified in the pathname. If the pathname is a directory, the command will do it for all the MXF files contained in the directory. Command FREE Syntax site free Parameters N/A Purpose This command returns some useful information about Tape Space, eMAM space, and a file inventory.
Chapter 4 Using the FTP File Server Supported FTP Commands Command HELP Syntax site help [ ] Parameters : a FTP SITE command. Purpose Without parameters, this command lists in alphabetic order the implemented SITE commands. When is a valid SITE command, HELP provides the syntax of . Command HDR2XML Syntax site hdr2xml Parameters : a string that can be equal to ‘on’ or ‘off’ (case insensitive).
Chapter 4 Using the FTP File Server Supported FTP Commands Command MEID Syntax site meid [ ] Parameters : an existing relative or absolute MXF file name or directory. Purpose This command sends to the FTP client the UMID of the MXF file specified in the pathname. If is a directory, the command will do it for all the MXF files contained in the directory.
Chapter 4 Using the FTP File Server Supported FTP Commands Command PARTIAL (*) Syntax site partial ["]["] ["]["] Parameters • : time code XX:XX:XX:XX • : time code XX:XX:XX:XX or a number of frame 0 to 2147483647. • : a file name in the current folder or a path/filename. The user must use <”source name”> if there is space in that name.
Chapter 4 Using the FTP File Server Supported FTP Commands Purpose This command saves all file systems (eMAM is written to tape) that are not yet up to date. It also disconnects all users and allows for media removal. Command SETMEDIUMID Syntax site setmediumid Parameters : a string that can be equal to “user” (not case sensitive) Purpose This command sets the user medium ID.
Chapter 4 Using the FTP File Server Supported FTP Commands Purpose This command sends to the FTP client the following list of versions: • Server version and build date • System type (stand-alone tape drive or autoloader) • File system library version and build date • Tape manager library version and build date • Media changer manager library and build date • SCSI library version and build date • MXF interface library version and build date • MXF Tk library version and build date • BZip2 library version an
Chapter 4 Using the FTP File Server Supported FTP Commands Commands Not Normalized (Internet Draft) 4 Command FEAT Syntax feat Parameters N/A Purpose This command lists all the supported extended commands. The server currently supports only the SIZE extended command (from the draft "draftietf-ftpext-mlst-16.txt").. Command SIZE Syntax size Parameters N/A Purpose This command is used to obtain the transfer size of a file from the server-FTP process.
Appendix A SDLT 600A Tape Drive Specifications A This chapter describes the technology behind the drive as well as the various specifications that apply to the Quantum SDLT 600A tape drive. Tape Drive Technology 1 The SDLT 600A tape drive incorporates various new state-of-theart technologies that contribute to the SDLT architecture. Some of these ideas are trademarked, others are patented. The following subsections introduce the important technologies that together, comprise the SDLT 600A tape drive.
Appendix A SDLT 600A Tape Drive Specifications Tape Drive Technology Laser Guided Magnetic Recording 1 Pivoting Optical Servo The SDLT 600A tape drives are based on Laser Guided Magnetic Recording (LGMR) technology. LGMR provides a unique combination of the best optical and magnetic technologies, which results in dramatically higher capacities by substantially increasing the number of recording tracks on the data-bearing surface of the media.
Appendix A SDLT 600A Tape Drive Specifications Modular Design data. The back side of the AMP media receives a specially formulated coating to accept the optical servo tracks. Because the servo information is on the back side of the media, the entire data-bearing side of the media is available for recording data and eliminates the need for pre-formatting. In addition, AMP media meets the needs of multiple generations of the SDLT technology.
Appendix A SDLT 600A Tape Drive Specifications Modular Design specific set of functions and designed to interface with the other modules in a well defined and flexible manner. The following subsections provide a brief overview of each module. Figure 76 SDLT 600A Tape Drive Modular Design TCM FPM Data cartridge DCM EIM ICM EIM HIM Note: Data Control Module Despite the deliberate modularity of each module, with the exception of the FPM, individual users should not swap modules.
Appendix A SDLT 600A Tape Drive Specifications Modular Design number of components that interact to perform these functions. These components include: • Advanced head guide assembly • Take-up reel • Drive motor • Optical servo system • Tape heads. In addition to its mechanical components, the DCM also contains printed circuit boards that control the functions of the DCM and the tape heads.
Appendix A SDLT 600A Tape Drive Specifications Modular Design drives into a server or tape library. The SDLT 600A tape drive base plate, and therefore the entire SDLT 600A tape drive, conforms to the 5.25 inch, full-height form factor. 1 Data Cartridge Receiver On tape insertion, the data cartridge receiver assembly guides the tape into its operating position, opens the data cartridge door, unlocks the data cartridge brakes, engages the data cartridge drive motor, and secures the tape for operation.
Appendix A SDLT 600A Tape Drive Specifications Product Specifications interface from the system to the host computer, library, or autoloader. The EIM provides the Advanced PRML feature of theQuantum’s SDLT technology. See Advanced Partial Response Maximum Likelihood on page 99 for a brief description of PRML. The EIM consists of two major boards: the Integrated Controller Module (ICM), and a separate Host Interface Module (HIM), see figure 76.
Appendix A SDLT 600A Tape Drive Specifications Functional Specifications Positive Engagement Tape Leader Buckling Mechanism 1 This buckling mechanism engages the tape leaders upon data cartridge load and disengages them upon data cartridge unload. Component level tests of buckle arm components have shown at least 250,000 cycles on the tape drive without failure, breakage, or binding; this includes the take-up leader, the supply leader, and the media itself.
Appendix A SDLT 600A Tape Drive Specifications Functional Specifications SDLT 600A Product Manual Item Specification Average Access Time** (from BOT) 79 seconds Maximum Access Time** (from BOT) 190 seconds Load to BOT** 18 seconds (typical) 63 seconds (unformatted tape) Unload from BOT** 19 seconds Nominal Tape Tension Stationary: 3.0 ± 0.5 oz Operating Speed: 3.5 ± 0.5 oz * Depending on data type and Ethernet network connection configuration. GigE is required for 36 MB/s.
Appendix A SDLT 600A Tape Drive Specifications Functional Specifications Shock and Vibration Specifications 1 Table 6 Non-operating Shock Specifications (Unpackaged) Table 7 Non-Operating Shock Specifications (Packaged, Drop) Table 8 Non-Operating Vibration Specifications (Unpackaged) SDLT 600A Product Manual The following tables provide non-operating and operating shock and vibration specifications for the SDLT 600 tape drive.
Appendix A SDLT 600A Tape Drive Specifications Functional Specifications Vibration (Unpackaged) Table 9 Non-Operating Vibration Specifications (Packaged) Type Random Frequency Range 10 to 500 Hz Acceleration Level 2.0 G PSD Envelope 0.008 G2/Hz Application X,Y,Z axes Vibration (Packaged) Type Random Frequency Range Truck Profile* (0.5 Grms) Air Profile* (1.
Appendix A SDLT 600A Tape Drive Specifications Functional Specifications Shock Application X,Y,Z axes, twice in each axis (once in each direction) Vibration Current and Power Requirements 1 Type Sine Sweep Frequency Range 5 to 500 to 5 Hz Upward and downward sweep Acceleration Level 0.25 G 0.010" DA Between 22 and 500 Hz Between 5 and 22 Hz (crossover) Application X,Y,Z axes Sweep rate = 1.0 octave/ minute The tape drive draws the highest current (and power) during the native write modes.
Appendix A SDLT 600A Tape Drive Specifications Functional Specifications Table 11 Current Requirements — SCSI Interface Mode 5 V Current (A) MaxPk1 MaxMean2 Typ3 12 V Current (A) MaxPk1 MaxMean2 Typ3 DC Power (W) AC Power (W) Max4 Max6 5 Typ Typ7 Standby/Idle 2.5 2.5 2.5 0.7 0.7 0.7 2.5 2.5 2.5 0.7 Media Loading/ Unloading 3.8 3.8 3.4 2.2 2.1 1.7 3.8 3.8 3.4 2.2 600A Write – Motor Start8 3.4 3.4 3.3 2.0 1.2 1.1 3.4 3.4 3.3 2.0 600A Write – Streaming 3.7 3.7 3.5 2.
Appendix A SDLT 600A Tape Drive Specifications Functional Specifications Mode Max for SDLT 600A tape drive Modes9 5 V Current (A) MaxPk1 MaxMean2 Typ3 N/A 3.8 12 V Current (A) MaxPk1 MaxMean2 Typ3 N/A N/A 2.1 DC Power (W) AC Power (W) Max4 Max6 5 Typ Typ7 N/A N/A 3.8 N/A N/A 1. The Max-Peak value represents short current spikes drawn for durations of < 50ms. On the 12V supply, the peaks correspond to the pulse-width-modulated switching of the motors.
Appendix A SDLT 600A Tape Drive Specifications Functional Specifications Table 12 Power Requirements — SCSI Interface Mode Standby/Idle Media Loading/Unloading 600A Write – Motor AC Power (W) Max3 Typ4 DC Power MaxPk1 Typ2 Start5 600A Write – Streaming Max for SDLT 600A tape drive Modes 6 21 21 51 46 43 37 83 73 32 29 78 71 32 31 73 64 43 N/A 83 N/A 1. The Max-Peak value represents short current spikes drawn for durations of < 50ms.
Appendix A SDLT 600A Tape Drive Specifications Environmental Specifications SDLT 600A Tape Drive Recording Method 1 The SDLT 600A tape drive uses the Partial Response Maximum Likelihood (PRML) 32/33 encoding method for reading/writing SDLT 600A tape drive format. It uses the same algorithmm for reading SDLT 220, SDLT 320, and the DLT VS160 tape drive formats.
Appendix A SDLT 600A Tape Drive Specifications Environmental Specifications Temperature and Humidity 1 The ambient operating environment for the tape drive may not exceed the limits shown in table 13.
Appendix A SDLT 600A Tape Drive Specifications Recording Media Specifications Humidity Gradient Note: Altitude 10%/hour 10%/hour These specifications apply to the tape drive only. Media specifications are listed in Recording Media Specifications on page 115. 1 Both the internal and tabletop tape drives operate in normal pressures from –500 to 10,000 feet when operated within the ambient operating environments specified in Temperature and Humidity on page 114.
Appendix A SDLT 600A Tape Drive Specifications Recording Media Specifications Media Structure Figure 77 Multiple Layers Comprise Super DLTtape II Media 1 Super DLTtape II media comprises several layers, as shown in figure 77.
Appendix A SDLT 600A Tape Drive Specifications Recording Media Specifications Physical Data Cartridge 1 A durable plastic case encloses the Super DLTtape II media, as shown in figure 78. Figure 78 Super DLTtape II Data Cartridge Media Shipping, Operating, and Storage Specifications 1 Figure 79 Super DLTtape II Media Shipping Limits SDLT 600A Product Manual The optimum media shipping conditions are described in table 79.
Appendix A SDLT 600A Tape Drive Specifications Recording Media Specifications Table 16 Super DLTtape II Media Operating Limits Operating Conditions Temperature 10 ° to 40 °C (50 ° to 104 °F) Relative Humidity 20% to 80% (non-condensing) Table 17 describes the optimum media storage conditions.
Appendix B Super DLTtape II Data Cartridges B This appendix discusses Super DLTtape II data cartridge information. Information in this appendix includes the following topics: • Recognizing Quantum Super DLTtape I and II Data Cartridges • Data Cartridge Handling Guidelines • Data Cartridge Inspection Procedure • Data Cartridge Write-protect Switch • Loading a Data Cartridge • Unloading a Data Cartridge.
Appendix B Super DLTtape II Data Cartridges Data Cartridge Handling Guidelines Figure 80 Super DLTtape II Data Cartridge Note: The Super DLTtape II data cartridge has a keying feature to ensure you cannot load it into a previous generation DLT tape drives.
Appendix B Super DLTtape II Data Cartridges Data Cartridge Handling Guidelines • Do not carry data cartridges loosely in a box or any other container. Allowing data cartridges to jostle together exposes them to unnecessary physical shock. • Always observe the proper environmental conditions for storing data cartridges. Refer to the data cartridge reference card supplied with each data cartridge.
Appendix B Super DLTtape II Data Cartridges Data Cartridge Inspection Procedure • Be certain you place the unused data cartridge labels in the protective box so that you do not inadvertently pick them up along with the data cartridge during subsequent usage. A static electricity charge on a data cartridge may cause a label to cling to the data cartridge. A label that is accidentally inserted into the tape drive along with a data cartridge can prevent the hub reel and drive gear from meshing.
Appendix B Super DLTtape II Data Cartridges Data Cartridge Inspection Procedure 3 Check the data cartridge for any obvious cracks or other physical damage to the shell. Rotate the data cartridge in your hands, looking for broken or missing parts. 4 Grasp the data cartridge to view the bottom as shown in figure 81. (The media access door is on the top edge and the write protect switches are on the bottom edge.
Appendix B Super DLTtape II Data Cartridges Data Cartridge Inspection Procedure Figure 82 Super DLTtape II Data Cartridge Reel Locks Reel Lock Reel Lock 6 Once again, look at the end of the data cartridge, holding it as shown in figure 83.
Appendix B Super DLTtape II Data Cartridges Data Cartridge Inspection Procedure 7 Open the data cartridge door by pressing on the tab in the door pivot notch as shown in figure 83. Use care that you do not touch the tape leader. 8 Compare what you see inside the data cartridge door to figure 84.
Appendix B Super DLTtape II Data Cartridges Data Cartridge Write-protect Switch Data Cartridge Write-protect Switch 2 Each data cartridge has a write-protect switch that you can use to prevent accidental erasure of data. Before inserting the data cartridge into the tape drive, position the write-protect switch on the front of the data cartridge (figure 85) according to the type of operations you expect to perform.
Appendix B Super DLTtape II Data Cartridges Data Cartridge Write-protect Switch • Slide the write-protect switch to the right to disable write protection (you can write over existing data on the media, and you can append additional data to the media unless the data cartridge is writeprotected via firmware). When write-protection is disabled, no orange rectangle is visible. For more details about the write-protect switch, see table 18.
Appendix B Super DLTtape II Data Cartridges Loading a Data Cartridge Write-protect Switch Position If you move the write-protect switch from its left (enabled) position to its right (disabled) position Orange Write-protect Indicator Not Visible Result The data cartridge becomes write-enabled after a variable amount of seconds. Loading a Data Cartridge 2 Complete this subsection to load a data cartridge into the front of the tape drive; see figure 86 as needed.
Appendix B Super DLTtape II Data Cartridges Unloading a Data Cartridge Figure 86 Loading a Super DLTtape II Data Cartridge Tape Drive Data Cartridge Eject Button Drive Status LED Unloading a Data Cartridge Note: 2 A tape cartridge can be unloaded during an active FTP session only by using the built-in FTP client. Right-click within the right pane of the FTP client window to display the Contextual menu, then click Eject tape. Follow these steps to unload a data cartridge; see figure 86 as needed.
Appendix B Super DLTtape II Data Cartridges Unloading a Data Cartridge 1 Press the Eject button (or issue an appropriate system software command); the tape drive completes any active writing of data to the media, then rewinds. The Drive Status LED flashes as the media rewinds. When the media is finished rewinding, the tape drive ejects the data cartridge and the Drive Status LED lights steadily.
Appendix C Regulatory Compliance C This chapter describes various regulations that apply to the SDLT 600A tape drive: SDLT 600A Product Manual • Safety Regulations describes compliance with various standards published by international safety organizations. • Electromagnetic Field Specifications describes the susceptibility of the SDLT 600A tape drive to ambient electromagnetic fields, and describes the susceptibility of the system to unexpected electrostatic discharge.
Appendix C Regulatory Compliance Safety Regulations Safety Regulations 3 This section lists the safety regulations that the SDLT 600A tape drive meets or exceeds.
Appendix C Regulatory Compliance Electromagnetic Field Specifications Electromagnetic Interference Susceptibility Table 19 provides regulations and certifications held by the SDLT 600A tape drive for Electromagnetic Interference (EMI).
Appendix C Regulatory Compliance Acoustic Noise Emissions Test Specification Required Performance Radiated Electromagnetic Immunity EN61000-4-3 Criteria A Electrical Fast Transient / Burst Immunity EN61000-4-4 Criteria B Electrical Surge Immunity EN61000-4-5 Criteria B Conducted Electromagnetic Immunity EN61000-4-6 Criteria A Power Frequency Magnetic Field Immunity EN61000-4-8 Criteria A AC Voltage Dips and Interrupts Immunity EN61000-4-11 Criteria B Test Name Acoustic Noise Emissions
Appendix C Regulatory Compliance Environmental Compliance Environmental Compliance 3 Quantum is committed to providing quality products in an environmentally sound manner and to comply with all applicable environmental laws, rules and regulations. This product was designed, manufactured and made available with consideration to worldwide laws, rules and regulations applicable to the product and the electronics industry including the European Union Directives 2002/95/EC & 2002/96/EC (RoHS and WEEE).
Glossary The following is an alphabetical list of specialized words and technical terms with their definitions, commonly used in the tape drive and tape media industry. A Access (v.) To read, write, or update information on a storage medium, such as magnetic media. (n.) The operation of reading, writing, or updating stored information. Access Time The interval between the time a request for data is made by the system and the time the data is available from the tape drive.
Glossary Applet Java applets are small Java programs that get downloaded to the client computer and then run from a web browser when a web page that uses Java is loaded. Archiving The removal or copying of data from the computer system onto secondary storage media that is safely stored away. B ASIC Application Specific Integrated Circuit. ASTM American Society for Testing and Materials.
Glossary C C The degree Celsius (°C) is a unit of temperature. Cache Specialized RAM used as a buffer between a fast CPU or I/O channel and storage which has a relatively slow access time (for example, cartridge or diskette), to avoid slowing down the former. Cartridge Tape cartridge. Super DLT tape II or SDLTtape 600A.
Glossary DCM The Data Control Module provides the path and guides for all media motion inside the tape drive and to write data to and read data from the media. Device Driver A low-level (usually kernel-mode) operating system component that enables a PC to communicate with peripheral devices such as printers, CD-ROMs, and tape drives. Each kind of device requires a different driver.
Glossary Encoding (n.) Characters (or bytes) of information converted to magnetic patterns on the media. (v.) The process of converting to the desired pattern. EOD End of Data. Location on media where the last session stopped. EOM or EOT End of Media or End of Tape. Logical EOM allows space to complete a write operation; physical EOM signifies that the media is completely used. F Erase The removal of data from media.
Glossary G H I SDLT 600A Product Manual FUP Firmware Update. GB Gigabyte SI — 1,000,000,000 bytes or 109. This is the International System of Units (SI) definition commonly used by telecommunications and storage manufacturers. GiB — 1,073,741,824 bytes, equal to 10243, or 230. This is the definition often used in computer science, computer programming, and in the majority of computer operating systems documentation.
Glossary Interface A hardware or software protocol—contained in the electronics of the media controller and tape drive—that manages the exchange of data between the tape drive and computer. IP Internet Protocol. ISO The International Organization for Standardization is an international non-governmental standard-setting body made up of representatives from national standards bodies. ISV Independent Software Vendor. K KB A kilobyte is a unit of measure equal to 1 thousand (1024) bytes.
Glossary interoperability between content creation mainframes, work stations and peripherals. This wrapper file format was designed to make use of current and forthcoming data formats. It also permits conveyance of metadata following standardized schemes. This metadata is used first to describe the structure of the file and its play out structural metadata but also to let the user specify its own metadata annotating the content of the file descriptive metadata.
Glossary Positive Engagement Buckling Mechanism A highly robust, solidly engineered media leader-buckling mechanism for heavy-dutycycle automated environments. POST Power-on Self-Test. When power is applied to the tape drive, it performs a POST. PRML Partial Response Maximum Likelihood is a method for converting the weak analog signal from the head of a magnetic disk drive into a digital signal. Also see Advanced PRML.
Glossary T The reel inside every tape drive onto which DLTtape or Super DLTtape media is wound. The in-the-tape drive take-up reel enables DLTtape and Super DLTtape systems to operate using a single-reel cartridge and thereby pack more media and data into every cartridge. Take-up Reel Tape Tape cartridge. TapeAlert™ A firmware feature that monitors and returns the results of the tape drive’s on-going self-diagnosis activity.
Glossary V V A Volt is the potential difference across a conductor when a current of one ampere dissipates one watt of power. VCCI Voluntary Control Council for Interference by Information Technology Equipment (Japan). Virtual file A kind of edit list used only for the partial restore of .mxf files. Storing a file means creating a copy of a file from your local disk and transferring it to tape. Retrieving a file is the reverse operation. A transfer can be a store or a retrieve.
