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IBM 80 GB VS160 User Manual

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xSeries Server
80/160 GB VS160 Internal Tape Drive
User's Guide
Important:
Please carefully review the information in Chapter 2, "Maintenance and troubleshooting"
on page 2-1, as periodic maintenance (cleaning, firmware updates, etc.) is not covered by
the IBM warranty. Repairs or exchanges resulting from improper maintenance may result
in billable service charges.

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  • Page 1 Please carefully review the information in Chapter 2, ″Maintenance and troubleshooting″ on page 2-1, as periodic maintenance (cleaning, firmware updates, etc.) is not covered by the IBM warranty. Repairs or exchanges resulting from improper maintenance may result in billable service charges.
  • Page 3 xSeries Server 80/160 GB VS160 Internal Tape Drive User’s Guide...
  • Page 4 Note: Before using this information and the product it supports, be sure to read the information under Chapter 2, “Maintenance and troubleshooting,” on page 2-1 and Appendix C, “IBM Statement of Limited Warranty - Z125-4753-07 - 11/2002,” on page C-1.

  • Page 5: Table Of Contents

    . B-1 Installing the drive . . 1-1 Step 1. Preparing for installation . . 1-2 Appendix C. IBM Statement of Limited Step 2. Selecting a SCSI ID . . 1-2 Step 3. Setting the SCSI ID . . 1-3 Warranty - Z125-4753-07 - 11/2002 .
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  • Page 7: Safety: Read First

    Les sikkerhetsinformasjonen (Safety Information) før du installerer dette produktet. Antes de instalar este produto, leia as Informações sobre Segurança. Antes de instalar este producto lea la información de seguridad. Läs säkerhetsinformationen innan du installerar den här produkten. © Copyright IBM Corp. 2003...
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  • Page 9: General Safety Guidelines

    Always observe the following precautions to reduce the risk of injury and property damage. Service Do not attempt to service a product yourself unless instructed to do so by the IBM HelpCenter. Use only an IBM authorized service provider who is approved to repair your particular product.

  • Page 10: Extension Cords And Related Devices

    In addition many mobile products such as Thinkpad notebook PCs utilize a rechargeable battery pack to provide system power when in portable mode. Batteries supplied by IBM for use with your product have been tested for compatibility and should only be replaced with IBM approved parts.

  • Page 11: Heat And Product Ventilation

    shorten the life of the battery and can also pose a safety hazard. Do not let rechargeable Lithium-Ion batteries completely discharge or store these batteries in a discharged state. Heat and product ventilation Computers generate heat when turned on and when batteries are charging. Notebook PCs can generate a significant amount of heat due to their compact size.
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  • Page 13: About This Book

    About this book ® This guide contains information on the IBM 80/160 GB VS160 Tape Drive. It is translated into the following languages: v English v German v French v Spanish v Italian v Korean v Simplified Chinese v Traditional Chinese...
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  • Page 15: Chapter 1. Installation And User's Guide

    , Netware, Linux, etc v Supported backup software, Veritas Backup Exec, CA Brightsor, etc. Installing the drive The IBM 80/160 GB DLTVS Internal Tape Drive can be installed in several types of ® IBM xSeries servers. For a list of supported servers, go to http://www.pc.ibm.com/compat and click on ″Tape Backup Units.″...

  • Page 16: Step 1. Preparing For Installation

    Depending on your computer, there are several ways to view your current SCSI ID settings: v For many IBM computers, press F1 during the startup after the memory check completes. Other adapters show SCSI settings when you press Ctrl A. Check the documentation that comes with your computer or SCSI adapter for information on how to view configuration information.

  • Page 17: Step 3. Setting The Scsi Id

    Step 3. Setting the SCSI ID Refer to the following figure when setting the SCSI ID. 1 68-pin high density SCSI 2 SCSI ID jumpers 3 Power connector connector Note: 1. When setting the SCSI ID, use the jumpers that come with the tape drive. 2.
  • Page 18 1. Locate an available 5.25-inch bay or space in your computer to mount the tape drive. Remove the cover plate from the bay selected. Install the drive horizontally or vertically, depending on the bay. 2. Attach server mounting rails to the drive (if applicable). 3.

  • Page 19: Step 5. Attaching Cables

    Step 5. Attaching cables To attach the SCSI and power cables to the tape drive: 1. Use the SCSI cable provided and attach the terminated end to the drive and the unterminated end to the SCSI host adaptor. 1 SCSI cable (shown with terminator 2 Power cable installed) Note: The SCSI adapter might be part of the computer system board or might be an...

  • Page 20: Step 6. Completing The Installation

    Documentation CD and look in the ″device driver″ folder. If the required device driver is not included on the Documentation CD, you can go to www-3.ibm.com/pc/support and search for ″59P6745″ for a list of new and updated drivers. 80/160 GB VS160 Internal Tape Drive: User’s Guide...

  • Page 21: Using The Drive

    Loading tape cartridges Attention: For best results, use only IBM recommended data and cleaning cartridges. A current list of IBM recommended media can be found by going to www-3.ibm.com/pc/support and searching for ″MIGR-39931″. Chapter 1. Installation and user’s guide...

  • Page 22: Unloading Tape Cartridges

    Clean the tape drive whenever the Cleaning LED status light comes on or a system I/O error related to the device occurs. Attention: For best results, use only IBM recommended cartridges. A current list of IBM recommended media can be found by going to www- 3.ibm.com/pc/support and searching for ″MIGR-39931″.

  • Page 23: Setting Write Protection On The Cartridge

    The IBM cleaning cartridge is shipped with a label on it that has 20 boxes that are designed to be used to log the use of the cartridge. Each time the cartridge is used, mark one of the boxes on the label with a pen or marker.

  • Page 24: Packing The Drive For Shipping

    switch to the right to enable writing. 1 Indicator 2 Write Protect Switch 3 Write protected 4 Write Enabled Packing the drive for shipping Attention: To avoid damaging the tape drive, use the original shipping materials when you ship it. Your proof of purchase might be required to receive warranty service. If you are returning the tape drive for service, remove and keep all cartridges, cables, and terminators.

  • Page 25: Chapter 2. Maintenance And Troubleshooting

    This section explains how to care for the tape cartridges and how to clean the drive head. Upgrading firmware IBM periodically releases new drive firmware to fix new problems or add enhancements to improve operation. Upgrading to this new firmware is a customer responsibility. To upgrade firmware, please do the following: 1.

  • Page 26: Tape Handling

    Tape handling This section describes how to properly handle your tape cartridges to reduce wear on the 80/160 GB VS160 Tape Drive. Tape handling and storage Most tapes are supplied in sealed cartridges. Tapes are provided this way so that the tape will remain in a clean environment.
  • Page 27 Use the following table to interpret the LED sequences to take the appropriate action. Symptom Problem Action None of the The drive is not Check the drive’s power cable. If a tabletop drive, check the power cable drive’s LEDs receiving power. connections.
  • Page 28 Use the following table to help you troubleshoot other drive and connectivity problems. Symptom Problem Solution The host server or The drive’s SCSI ID Regardless of the number of SCSI devices attached to the server or workstation that is to be the workstation does not might not be unique.

  • Page 29: General Fault Diagnosis

    Note: After each step, retry the backup operation. If the backup still fails, go on to the next step. v Clean the tape drive. v Replace the data cartridge. v Go to the IBM support Web site at http://www.ibm.com/pc/support and look for hints or tips on the 59P6719 VS160 tape drive. Chapter 2. Maintenance and troubleshooting...
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  • Page 31: Appendix A. Product Specifications

    (+50°F to +104°F) Relative humidity 20% to 80%, noncondensing Wet bulb 25°C (77°F) maximum Altitude -152 m to +12 192 m (-500 to +40 000 ft) Temperature gradient 11°C (51.8°F) per hour Humidity gradient 10% per hour © Copyright IBM Corp. 2003...
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  • Page 33: Appendix B. Service And Support

    Installation and configuration support through the IBM HelpCenter will be withdrawn or made available for a fee, at IBM’s discretion, 90 days after the option has been withdrawn from marketing. Additional support offerings, including step-by-step installation assistance, are available for a nominal fee.
  • Page 34 Country or Region Telephone Number Country or Region Telephone Number Belgium Dutch 02-210-9820 New Zealand 0800-446-149 French 02-210-9800 Bolivia 0800-0189 Norway 66 81 11 00 Brazil 55-11-3889-8986 Peru 0-800-50-866 Canada 1-800-565-3344 Philippines 632-995-2225 Toronto 416-383-3344 Chile 800-224-488 Portugal 21-791 51 47 China (PRC) 800-810-1818 Russia...
  • Page 35 Country-unique Terms, and Part 3 - Warranty Information. The terms of Part 2 replace or modify those of Part 1. The warranties provided by IBM in this Statement of Limited Warranty apply only to Machines you purchase for your use, and not for resale. The term ″Machine″...
  • Page 36 If the Machine does not function as warranted during the warranty period, contact IBM or your reseller to obtain warranty service. If you do not register the Machine with IBM, you may be required to present proof of purchase as evidence of your entitlement to warranty service.
  • Page 37 Personal Data. Limitation of Liability IBM is responsible for loss of, or damage to, your Machine only while it is 1) in IBM’s possession or 2) in transit in those cases where IBM is responsible for the transportation charges.
  • Page 38 ABOVE LIMITATION MAY NOT APPLY TO YOU. Governing Law Both you and IBM consent to the application of the laws of the country in which you acquired the Machine to govern, interpret, and enforce all of your and IBM’s rights, duties, and obligations arising from, or relating in any manner to, the subject matter of this Statement of Limited Warranty, without regard to conflict of law principles.
  • Page 39 Limitation of Liability: The following is added to this Section: Where IBM is in breach of a condition or warranty implied by the Trade Practices Act 1974 or other similar legislation, IBM’s liability is limited to the repair or replacement of the goods or the supply of equivalent goods.
  • Page 40 IBM’s negligence; 2. as to any other actual damage arising in any situation involving nonperformance by IBM pursuant to, or in any way related to the subject of this Statement of Limited Warranty, the charge paid by you for the individual Machine that is the subject of the claim.
  • Page 41 Consumer Guarantees Act 1993 or other legislation which cannot be excluded or limited. The Consumer Guarantees Act 1993 will not apply in respect of any goods which IBM provides, if you require the goods for the purposes of a business as defined in that Act.
  • Page 42 State, you may obtain warranty service for that Machine in any of those countries from either (1) an IBM reseller approved to perform warranty service or (2) from IBM, provided the Machine has been announced and made available by IBM in the country in which you wish to obtain service.
  • Page 43 Commercial Court of Paris; 5) in Russia, all disputes arising out of or in relation to the interpretation, the violation, the termination, the Appendix C. IBM Statement of Limited Warranty - Z125-4753-07 - 11/2002...
  • Page 44 598 (2) of the Austrian Code of Civil Procedure, the parties expressly waive the application of paragraph 595 (1) figure 7 of the Code. IBM may, however, institute proceedings in a competent court in the country of installation.

  • Page 45: Appendix C. Ibm Statement Of Limited Warranty - Z125-4753-07 - 11/2002

    (if IBM is at fault) or of such cause, for a maximum amount equal to the charges you paid for the Machine. For purposes of this item, the term ″Machine″...
  • Page 46 The limitation period for consumers in action for breach of warranty is the statutory period as a minimum. In case IBM or your reseller is unable to repair an IBM Machine, you can alternatively ask for a partial refund as far as justified by the reduced value of the unrepaired Machine or ask for a cancellation of the respective agreement for such Machine and get your money refunded.
  • Page 47 The minimum warranty period for Machines is twelve months. In case IBM or your reseller is unable to repair an IBM Machine, you can alternatively ask for a partial refund as far as justified by the reduced value of the unrepaired Machine or ask for a cancellation of the respective agreement for such Machine and get your money refunded.
  • Page 48 1. IBM will accept unlimited liability for death or personal injury caused by the negligence of IBM. 2. Subject always to the Items for Which IBM is Not Liable below, IBM will accept unlimited liability for physical damage to your tangible property resulting from the negligence of IBM.

  • Page 49: Part 3 - Warranty Information

    Not Liable below, for physical damage to your tangible property resulting from the negligence of IBM. 3. IBM’s entire liability for actual damages for any one Default will not in any event, except as provided in items 1 and 2 above, exceed the greater of 1) Pounds Sterling 75,000, or 2) 125% of the total purchase price payable or the charges for the Machine directly relating to the Default.
  • Page 50 A warranty period of 3 year on parts and 3 year on labor means that IBM provides warranty service without charge for parts and labor during the 3 year warranty period. Types of Warranty Service If required, IBM provides repair or exchange service depending on the type of warranty service specified for your Machine in the above table and as described below.
  • Page 51 Product Support pages. The IBM Statement of Limited Warranty is also available on this site in 29 languages. To obtain warranty service contact IBM or your IBM reseller. In Canada or the United States, call 1-800-IBM-SERV (426-7378). For other countries, see the telephone numbers below.
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  • Page 53: Appendix D. Notices

    Web sites. The materials at those Web sites are not part of the materials for this IBM product, and use of those Web sites is at your own risk.

  • Page 54: Trademarks

    Consult an IBM authorized dealer or service representative for help. Properly shielded and grounded cables and connectors must be used in order to meet FCC emission limits. Proper cables and connectors are available from IBM authorized dealers. IBM is not responsible for any radio or television interference caused by using other than recommended cables and connectors or by unauthorized changes or modifications to this equipment.
  • Page 55 In solch einem FA11 ist der Abstand bzw. die Abschirmungzu der industriellen Störquelle zu vergröβern.” Anmerkung: Um die Einhaltung des EMVG sicherzustellen sind die Geräte, wie in den IBM Handbüchern angegeben, zu installieren und zu betreiben. European Union - emission directive...
  • Page 56 IBM can not accept responsibility for any failure to satisfy the protection requirements resulting from a non-recommended modification of the product, including the fitting of non-IBM option cards. This product has been tested and found to comply with the limits for Class B Information Technology Equipment according to European Standard EN 55022.
  • Page 57 al fine di fornire ragionevole protezione da interferenze mediante dispositivi di comunicazione in concessione in ambienti residenziali tipici. Japanese statement of compliance for products less than or equal to 20 A per phase Appendix D. Notices...
  • Page 58 80/160 GB VS160 Internal Tape Drive: User’s Guide...
  • Page 60 Part Number: 71P9128 Printed in USA (1P) P/N: 71P9128...

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