DEC TLZ09 User manual

DIGITALTLZ09/TLZ10CassetteTape
DriveandTLZ9L/TLZ1LAutoloader
Owner's Manual
Part Number: EK-TLZXX-OM. B01
February 1998
Digital Equipment Corporation
Maynard, Massachusetts

February 1998
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computing device, pursuant to Subpart J of Part 15 of FCC Rules. Only peripherals (computer input/output
devices, terminals, printers, et cetera) certified to comply with the Class B limits may be attached to this computer.
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residential installation. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If
this equipment does cause interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the
equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following
measures:
• Reorient the receiving antenna.
• Move the computer away from the receiver.
• Plug the computer into a different outlet so computer and receiver are on different branch circuits.
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Table of Contents
1 TLZ09/9L and TLZ10/1L Cassette Tape Device Product Description
1.1 Overview .......................................................................................................... 1–1
1.1.1 System Support....................................................................................... 1–2
1.2 Design Features................................................................................................. 1–2
1.2.1 What is Digital Audio Tape (DAT)?........................................................ 1–2
1.2.2 What is Digital Data Storage (DDS)?......................................................1–2
1.2.3 What is the Media Recognition System (MRS)?...................................... 1–3
1.3 Drive/Loader Models........................................................................................1–3
1.3.1 Checking Your Shipment for Model TLZ09/TLZ10 Tabletop Drives...... 1–8
1.3.2 Checking Your Shipment for Model TLZ9L/TLZ1L Tabletop Autoloader1–8
1.3.3 Ordering Additional Cassettes................................................................. 1–9
1.3.4 Visiting Web Site for the Latest Information........................................... 1–9
2 Installing the Tabletop Drive or Autoloader
2.1 General............................................................................................................. 2–1
2.2 Shut Down, Halt, and Power Off the System..................................................... 2–1
2.3 Selecting the SCSI Address............................................................................... 2–2
2.4 Connecting a SCSI Signal Cable --- Device to System...................................... 2–3
2.5 Adding Another Tabletop Device --- Device to Device..................................... 2–4
2.6 Connecting the Power Cable............................................................................. 2–4
3 Installing the 3.5-Inch or 5.25-Inch Cassette Tape Drive
3.1 General............................................................................................................. 3–1
3.2 Shut Down, Halt, and Power Off the System..................................................... 3–1
3.3 Selecting the Jumper and Switch Configuration for the Drive ........................... 3–1
3.3.1 SCSI ID Address Jumpers ....................................................................... 3–2

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3.3.2 Other Optional Jumper Settings............................................................... 3–4
3.3.3 Drive Switch Settings.............................................................................. 3–4
3.4 Connecting a SCSI Signal Cable --- Drive to System........................................ 3–6
3.5 Connecting the Power Cable and Mounting ...................................................... 3–6
4 Verifying TLZ09/TLZ10 Cassette Tape Drive Installation
4.1 General............................................................................................................. 4–1
4.1.1 Execute POST......................................................................................... 4–1
5 Using the TLZ09/TLZ10 Cassette Tape Drive
5.1 General............................................................................................................. 5–1
5.2 Power Switch.................................................................................................... 5–1
5.3 Unload Button .................................................................................................. 5–1
5.4 Tape Drive LEDs.............................................................................................. 5–2
5.4.1 Status LED.............................................................................................. 5–2
5.4.2 Tape LED ............................................................................................... 5–2
5.4.3 Busy LED............................................................................................... 5–2
5.5 Using the Cassette Tape.................................................................................... 5–5
5.5.1 Proper Handling of Cassette Tapes.......................................................... 5–5
5.5.2 Setting the Write-Protect Tab on the Cassette Tape................................. 5–6
5.5.3 Inserting a Cassette Tape into the Drive.................................................. 5–7
6 Preventive Maintenance and Problem Solving
6.1 Introduction...................................................................................................... 6–1
6.2 Cleaning the Heads........................................................................................... 6–1
6.3 Problem Solving............................................................................................... 6–3
6.3.1 System-Based Diagnostics ...................................................................... 6–4
6.4 Service Offerings.............................................................................................. 6–4
7 Using the TLZ9L/TLZ1L Cassette Tape Autoloader
7.1 Overview.......................................................................................................... 7–1
7.2 LED Indicators ................................................................................................. 7–2
7.3 TLZ9L LCD Panel............................................................................................ 7–8
7.3.1 Warning Indicator................................................................................... 7–9
7.3.2 Write Protect Indicator...........................................................................7–10
7.3.3 Error Indicator .......................................................................................7–11
7.3.4 7-Segment Numeric Display ..................................................................7–11
7.3.5 Cartridge Number Indicators..................................................................7–12

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7.4 TLZ1L Front Panel Buttons and LCD Panel.................................................... 7–12
7.4.1 Select and Enter Buttons ....................................................................... 7–12
7.4.2 Eject Button.......................................................................................... 7–13
7.4.3 TLZ1L LCD Panel................................................................................ 7–13
7.4.3.1 LCD Icon Area............................................................................ 7–14
7.4.3.2 LCD Alphanumeric Display Area................................................ 7–15
7.5 TLZ9L/TLZ1L Operation............................................................................... 7–21
7.5.1 Automatic Operations............................................................................ 7–21
7.5.2 Manual Operations................................................................................ 7–22
7.5.3 Magazine Operations............................................................................. 7–23
7.5.3.1 Eight Cartridge Mode.................................................................. 7–23
7.5.3.2 Seven Cartridge Mode................................................................. 7–24
7.5.3.3 Single Cartridge Mode................................................................. 7–24
7.5.3.4 Loading Cartridges Into the Magazine......................................... 7–25
7.5.3.5 Loading the Magazine Into the Autoloader.................................. 7–26
7.5.3.6 Ejecting the Magazine................................................................. 7–27
7.5.3.7 Unloading Cartridges From the Magazine.................................... 7–28
7.5.3.8 Autoload Function....................................................................... 7–29
7.6 Switch Settings ............................................................................................... 7–29
7.6.1 Switchpack Settings .............................................................................. 7–29
7.6.2 SCSI ID Select Switch (Tabletop Only)................................................. 7–30
7.7 Cleaning Requirements................................................................................... 7–30
A Cassette Tape Drive and Autoloader Specifications
B Product Notes for DIGITAL UNIX, OpenVMS, and Windows NT
DIGITAL UNIX TLZ09/TLZ9L/TLZ10/TLZ1L Compression and Noncompression
Modes...................................................................................................................B–1
DIGITAL UNIX DUMP Utility ..............................................................................B–1
OpenVMS TLZ09/TLZ9L/TLZ10/TLZ1L Compression and Noncompression
Modes...................................................................................................................B–2
Windows NT TLZ09/TLZ9L/TLZ10/TLZ1L Compression and Noncompression
Modes...................................................................................................................B–2
DIGITAL Operating System Support......................................................................B–3
C Product Notes for Non-DIGITAL Platforms
Product Notes for Novell NetWare and Microsoft Windows NT.............................C–1
Host SCSI Interface .........................................................................................C–1
Product Notes for Sun.............................................................................................C–3

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General Information.........................................................................................C–3
Modifications Required for SunOS 4.1.x..........................................................C–4
Installation Procedure ...............................................................................C–4
System Modification.................................................................................C–4
Rebuilding of Kernel.................................................................................C–6
Installation of Tape Drive .........................................................................C–6
Rebooting of System.................................................................................C–6
Testing the Tape Drive..............................................................................C–7
Verification...............................................................................................C–7
Dump Parameters for the Tape Drive........................................................C–7
Modifications Required for Solaris 2.3 (or later)..............................................C–8
Installation Procedure ...............................................................................C–8
System Modification.................................................................................C–8
System Shutdown....................................................................................C–10
Installation of the Tape Drive..................................................................C–10
Rebooting of System...............................................................................C–11
Test.........................................................................................................C–12
Verification.............................................................................................C–12
Dump Parameters for the Tape Drive......................................................C–12
Product Notes for IBM RS/6000...........................................................................C–13
Modifications Required to Operate the Tape Drive with AIX 3.2.5 (or later) .C–13
Installing the Tape Drive Using the SMIT Command..............................C–13
Installing the Tape Drive Using Command-Line Interface ......................C–14
Using the Tape Drive to Install AIX...............................................................C–15
Product Notes for Hewlett-Packard.......................................................................C–16
General Information.......................................................................................C–16
Modifications Required..................................................................................C–16
Installation Procedure .............................................................................C–17
Installation of Tape Drive .......................................................................C–17
System Modification...............................................................................C–17
System Device Files................................................................................C–17
HP-UX 9.05............................................................................................C–18
HP-UX 10.x............................................................................................C–19
Testing the Tape Drive ..................................................................................C–21
Verification.............................................................................................C–21
Dump Parameters for the Tape Drive......................................................C–22

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Index
Figures
Figure 1-1 Model TLZ09-DA/DB and DS-TLZ10-DB (Tabletop).......................... 1–4
Figure 1-2 Model TLZ09-AA/AB and TLZ10-AB (3.5-inch Chassis).................... 1–5
Figure 1-3 Model TLZ09-BA/BB and TLZ10-BB (5.25-inch Chassis)................... 1–6
Figure 1-4 TLZ09/TLZ10 Chassis - Underside with Switch Pack........................... 1–7
Figure 3-1 Configuration Jumper Block................................................................. 3–3
Figure 3-2 Drive Switch Settings ........................................................................... 3–5
Figure 5-1 TLZ09/TLZ10 Cassette Tape................................................................ 5–6
Figure 7-1 Model TLZ9L-AA (Front and Rear View)............................................ 7–3
Figure 7-2 Model TLZ9L-AA/TLZ1L-AA Bottom View....................................... 7–4
Figure 7-3 Model TLZ1L-AA (Front and Rear View)............................................ 7–5
Figure 7-4 Model TLZ9L-DB (Front and Rear View) ............................................ 7–6
Figure 7-5 Model DS-TLZ1L-DB (Front and Rear View)...................................... 7–7
Figure 7-6 TLZ9L LCD Panel................................................................................ 7–8
Figure 7-7 TLZ9L/TLZ1L Cassette Magazine ..................................................... 7–10
Figure 7-8 TLZ1L LCD Panel.............................................................................. 7–13
Figure 7-9 Eight Cartridge Mode ......................................................................... 7–23
Figure 7-10 Seven Cartridge Mode ...................................................................... 7–24
Figure 7-11 Single Cartridge Mode...................................................................... 7–24
Figure 7-12 Loading Cartridges Into the Magazine .............................................. 7–25
Figure 7-13 Loading the Magazine Into the Autoloader ....................................... 7–26
Figure 7-14 Unloading Cartridges From the Magazine......................................... 7–28
Tables
Table 3-1 SCSI ID Jumper Settings (0=Removed, 1=Installed)..............................3–3
Table 3-2 Drive Switch Default Settings................................................................ 3–5
Table 5-1 TLZ09/TLZ10 LED Status..................................................................... 5–2
Table 6-1 Problem Solving .................................................................................... 6–3
Table 7-1 BUSY and TAPE LEDs Status............................................................... 7–2
Table 7-2 Warning Indications............................................................................... 7–9
Table 7-3 Error Indications.................................................................................. 7–11
Table 7-4 TLZ9L Autoloader Switchpack Settings .............................................. 7–30
Table A-1 TLZ09/TLZ10 Cassette Tape Drive Specifications .............................. A–1
Table A-2 TLZ09/TLZ10 Cassette Tape Drive Dimensions.................................. A–3
Table A-3 TLZ09/TLZ10 Tabletop Noise Declaration.......................................... A–3
Table A-4 TLZ9L/TLZ1L Cassette Tape Autoloader Specifications..................... A–4
Table A-5 TLZ9L/TLZ1L Cassette Tape Autoloader Dimensions......................... A–5
Table A-6 TLZ9L-DB Noise Declaration.............................................................. A–6

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Table A-7 DS-TLZ1L-DB Noise Declaration ........................................................A–6
Table B-1 Operating System Support.....................................................................B–3

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TLZ09/9L and TLZ10/1L Cassette Tape
Device Product Description
1.1 Overview
The TLZ09/9L and TLZ10/1L Digital Audio Tape (DAT) devices provide you with high
capacity, off-line data storage. Depending on the 4 mm data cassette tape used, these units
can typically store the following amounts of data on each tape:
Tape Type (NOTES 1 and 2) No Compression Compression
TLZ04-CA (60 m, DDS-1) 1.3 GB 2.6 GB (see Note 3.)
TLZ06-CA (90 m, DDS-1) 2.0 GB 4.0 GB (see Note 3.)
TLZ07-CA (120 m, DDS-2) 4.0 GB 8.0 GB (see Note 3.)
TLZ10-CA (125 m, DDS-3) 12.0 GB 24.0 GB (see Notes 3 and 4.)
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1. The TLZ09/9L and TLZ10/1L are compatible with 60 m cassette tapes
written on the TLZ04 in the noncompressed mode only.
2. The TLZ09/9L and TLZ10/1L are compatible with the TLZ06/6L using 60
m and 90 m tapes only, and with the TLZ07/7L using 60 m, 90 m, and 120
m tapes.
3. The compression measurements are typical for a 2-to-1 data compression
ratio, but the actual ratio is dependent on the data.
4. DDS-3 media is supported only by the TLZ10/TLZ1L.
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The maximum time to back up (read or write) on a TLZ09/9L or TLZ10/1L cassette tape
in a continual (streaming) mode is system dependent. The efficient use of streaming mode
is determined by your operating system. Please refer to your system software
documentation. See Appendix A for typical transfer rates.
1.1.1 System Support
As of this printing, the TLZ09/9L and TLZ10/1L devices are supported by a variety of
DIGITAL systems. Consult your DIGITAL Sales Support representative for a list of
supported systems. Your particular system must have an available standard SCSI (Small
Computer System Interconnect) port in order to connect these devices.
1.2 Design Features
The TLZ09/9L and TLZ10/1L cassette tape devices use state of the art technology. Their
design incorporates the Digital Data Storage (DDS) recording format and Digital Audio
Tape (DAT) recording technologies. The TLZ09/9L is designed to provide a transfer rate
that is twice that of standard DDS-2 DAT drives while still maintaining full DDS
compatibility. The TLZ10/1L design provides the highest DDS-3 transfer rate available in
the industry, while providing full backward compatibility to DDS-1.
1.2.1 What is Digital Audio Tape (DAT)?
DAT technology provides a high recording density with a very low error rate through the
helical scan recording method. With this method of recording, both the tape and the
recording head move simultaneously. The read and write heads are located on a rapidly
rotating cylinder, or drum that is tilted at an angle in relation to the vertical axis of the
tape. This causes the tracks to be recorded diagonally across the tape, resulting in an
extremely high recording density, far higher than what is achievable with stationary-head
devices.
1.2.2 What is Digital Data Storage (DDS)?
DDS uses a recording format that supports the use of digital audio tape for computer
applications. The objectives of DDS are to maximize storage capacity and performance,
facilitate data interchange, and provide very fast random access. In addition, this format
has three levels of error correction, which ensures high data integrity. The DDS-DC
format, which is a superset of the basic DDS DAT format, allows you to back up 8
gigabytes of data in approximately 1.5 hours minimum with no operator intervention,
assuming 2:1 compression ratio with the TLZ09/9L. The fast transfer rate of the TLZ10/1L
reduces the time to backup 8 gigabytes to under 1 hour, assuming the same 2:1
compression ratio.

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__________________________ Note_____________________________
Use of non-DDS media may result in degraded drive performance and is not
recommended by Digital Equipment Corporation.
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1.2.3 What is the Media Recognition System (MRS)?
MRS refers to a series of alternate opaque and clear stripes at the beginning of a tape. This
striping is used to classify the media as data grade rather than audio grade media. Use of
MRS helps to ensure that only data grade tapes are used in computer applications. All 120-
meter and 125-meter cartridges support MRS. Shorter media are available in both MRS
and non-MRS types.
1.3 Drive/Loader Models
The drives are available in several configurations:
• Model TLZ09-DA/DB and DS-TLZ10-DB (tabletop) --- a compact external unit with
a built-in power supply and fan (see Figure 1-1).
• Model TLZ09-AA/AB and TLZ10-AB--- a 3 1/2-inch, half-height drive that mounts
internally (see Figure 1-2 and Figure 1-4).
• Model TLZ09-BA/BB and TLZ10-BB --- a 3 1/2-inch drive in a 5 1/4-inch, half-
height form factor allowing the drive to be mounted internally (see Figure 1-3 and
Figure 1-4).
• Model TLZ09-VA and DS-TLZ10-VA--- a TLZ09-AA or TLZ10-AB mounted in a 3
1/2-inch StorageWorks SBB.
• Model TLZ09-AX --- a field spare unit that is configurable to an -AA, -AB, -BA, or -
BB model. Includes bezel and rail installation procedures.
• Model TLZ10-AX --- a field spare unit that is configured as a -BB model, but can be
reconfigured to satisfy installations needing a 3.5 in. white bezel or a 5.25 in. gray
bezel. Includes bezels and rail installation procedures.
__________________________ Note_____________________________
All TLZ09 and TLZ9L models have a drive buffer size of 1 MB of memory,
while the TLZ10 and TLZ1L models have a drive buffer size of 2 MB of
memory.
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The TLZ9L and TLZ1L autoloaders are available in several configurations:
• Model TLZ9L-AA and TLZ1L-AA --- a 5 1/4-inch, full-height autoloader that mounts
internally (see Figure 7-1 and Figure 7-3). These units come with a light gray (DEC
217) bezel installed and a dark gray (DEC 277) bezel in the shipping carton, along
with bezel removal/mounting procedures.
• Model TLZ9L-DB and DS-TLZ1L-DB (tabletop) --- a dark gray (DEC 277) external
unit with a built-in power supply and fan (see Figure 7-4 and Figure 7-5).
• Model TLZ9L-VA/VB and DS-TLZ1L-VA/VB --- a TLZ9L-AA or TLZ1L-AA
mounted in a 5 1/4-inch StorageWorks SBB.
Figure 1-1 Model TLZ09-DA/DB and DS-TLZ10-DB (Tabletop)
SCSI CONNECTOR AC IN
SCSI ID GND
0
ML014048
On/Off
Switch Power On LED Busy LED Tape LED Status LED Eject/Unload Button
SCSI Connectors AC Power
Recepticle SCSI ID Indicator/Switch
+-
POWER
Digital
Data
Storage
BUSY TAPE STATUS EJECT
__________________________Note ____________________________
Names for bezel LEDs, Eject button, Power button, and the DDS-3 logo appear
only on the TLZ10 bezel.
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Figure 1-2 Model TLZ09-AA/AB and TLZ10-AB (3.5-inch Chassis)
ML014049
Busy
LED Tape LED Status LED Eject/Unload Button
Configuration
Jumper Block SCSI Connector DC Power Connector
Digital
Data
Storage
BUSY TAPE STATUS
EJECT
__________________________ Note_____________________________
Names for bezel LEDs, Eject button, and the DDS-3 logo appear only on the
TLZ10 bezel.
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Figure 1-3 Model TLZ09-BA/BB and TLZ10-BB (5.25-inch Chassis)
ML014050
Busy
LED Tape LED Status LED Eject/Unload Button
Configuration
Jumper Block SCSI Connector DC Power Connector
5.25" Side
Mounting Rails 5.25" Side Mounting Rails
Digital
Data
Storage
BUSY TAPE STATUS
EJECT
__________________________Note ____________________________
Names for bezel LEDs, Eject button, and the DDS-3 logo appear only on the
TLZ10 bezel.
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Figure 1-4 TLZ09/TLZ10 Chassis - Underside with Switch Pack
Drive Mode TLZ09/TLZ10 (Off)
MRS Detect Disabled (Off)
Self Test Enabled (Off)
Reserved (Off), or
Autoload disabled (Off)
(TLZ9L only)
1234
On
Off
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1.3.1 Checking Your Shipment for Model TLZ09/TLZ10 Tabletop Drives
In addition to this manual, make sure that your shipment includes the following:
• One TLZ09-DA/DB or DS-TLZ10-DB tabletop cassette tape drive
• For TLZ09 only, one 50-pin to 50-pin (low density to high density connector) SCSI
signal cable for drive to system connections. PN 17-04356-01 is frost white and is
packaged with the TLZ09-DB, while PN 17-03742-09 is gray and is packaged with
the TLZ09-DA. No SCSI cable ships with the TLZ10 tabletop (DS-TLZ10-DB).
• AC power cable
• One blank cassette tape (4 mm x 120 m), (PN TLZ07-CA) for TLZ09 or (4 mm x 125
m), (PN TLZ10-CA) for TLZ10
• One head cleaning cassette (PN TLZ04-HA)
• Active SCSI terminator [PN 12-44026-01 (frost white) for the TLZ09-DB and DS-
TLZ10-DB or PN 12-41807-01 (gray) for the TLZ09-DA].
If your shipment is incomplete, please contact your DIGITAL sales representative.
1.3.2 Checking Your Shipment for Model TLZ9L/TLZ1L Tabletop
Autoloader
In addition to this manual, make sure that your shipment includes the following:
• One TLZ9L-DB or DS-TLZ1L-DB tabletop autoloader
• For the TLZ9L only, one 50-pin to 50-pin (low density to high density) SCSI signal
cable for drive to system connections (PN 17-04356-01). No SCSI signal cable ships
with the TLZ1L tabletop (DS-TLZ1L-DB).
• AC power cable
• Eight blank cassette tapes (4 mm x 120 m, PN TLZ07-CA for the TLZ9L or 4 mm x
125 m, PN TLZ10-CA for the TLZ1L) preloaded in an eight-slot tape cassette
magazine (PN TLZ9L-08)
• One head cleaning cassette tape (PN TLZ04-HA)
• Active SCSI terminator (PN 12-44026-01)
• MRU license/CD-ROM kit (PN QB-50TAA-SA)
If your shipment is incomplete, please contact your DIGITAL sales representative.

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1.3.3 Ordering Additional Cassettes
To order additional blank cassette tapes and head cleaning cassettes, contact your
DIGITAL sales representative or DECdirect. Refer to the following part numbers.
Five blank cassette tapes (4 mm x 60 m) (PN TLZ04-CB)
Five blank cassette tapes (4 mm x 90m) (PN TLZ06-CB)
Five blank cassette tapes (4 mm x 120m) (PN TLZ07-CB)
Ten blank cassette tapes (4 mm x 125m) (PN TLZ10-CB)
One head cleaning cassette (PN TLZ04-HA)
1.3.4 Visiting Web Site for the Latest Information
Check the storage web page for the latest drivers, technical tips, and documentation. This
information can be found in the technical area of the storage web page at:
http://www.storage.digital.com/

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