IBM 80 GB VS160 User manual

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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xSeries Server
80/160 GB VS160 Internal Tape Drive
User’s Guide
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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.
Third Edition (July 2003)
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Contents
Safety: Read first . . . . . . . . . . .v
General safety guidelines . . . . . . . vii
Service . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . vii
Power cords and power adapters . . . . . . . vii
Extension cords and related devices . . . . . . viii
Plugs and outlets . . . . . . . . . . . . viii
Batteries . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . viii
Heat and product ventilation . . . . . . . .ix
CD and DVD drive safety . . . . . . . . . .ix
About this book . . . . . . . . . . .xi
Chapter 1. Installation and user’s
guide . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-1
Product description . . . . . . . . . . . 1-1
Installation requirements . . . . . . . . . . 1-1
Installing the drive . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-1
Step 1. Preparing for installation . . . . . . 1-2
Step 2. Selecting a SCSI ID . . . . . . . . 1-2
Step 3. Setting the SCSI ID . . . . . . . . 1-3
Step 4. Mounting the drive . . . . . . . . 1-3
Step 5. Attaching cables . . . . . . . . . 1-5
Step 6. Completing the installation . . . . . 1-6
Step 7. Turning on the device . . . . . . . 1-6
Step 8. Updating the configuration . . . . . 1-6
Step 9. Installing backup and restore software 1-6
Using the drive . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-7
Loading tape cartridges . . . . . . . . . 1-7
Unloading tape cartridges . . . . . . . . 1-8
Using cleaning cartridges . . . . . . . . . 1-8
Setting write protection on the cartridge . . . 1-9
Packing the drive for shipping . . . . . . . 1-10
Chapter 2. Maintenance and
troubleshooting . . . . . . . . . . 2-1
Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-1
Upgrading firmware . . . . . . . . . . 2-1
Caring for tape cartridges . . . . . . . . 2-1
Cleaning cartridges . . . . . . . . . . 2-1
Tape handling . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-2
Troubleshooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-2
General Fault diagnosis . . . . . . . . . 2-5
Appendix A. Product specifications A-1
Appendix B. Service and Support . . . B-1
Online technical support . . . . . . . . . . B-1
Telephone technical support . . . . . . . . B-1
Appendix C. IBM Statement of Limited
Warranty - Z125-4753-07 - 11/2002 . . C-1
Part 2 - Country-unique Terms . . . . . . . C-4
Part 3 - Warranty Information . . . . . . . C-15
Appendix D. Notices . . . . . . . . D-1
Trademarks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . D-2
Electronic emission notices . . . . . . . . . D-2
Federal Communications Commission (FCC)
statement . . . . . . . . . . . . . D-2
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Safety: Read first
Before installing this product, read the Safety Information.
Antes de instalar este produto, leia as Informações de Segurança.
Pred instalací tohoto produktu si prectete prírucku bezpecnostních instrukcí.
Læs sikkerhedsforskrifterne, før du installerer dette produkt.
Ennen kuin asennat tämän tuotteen, lue turvaohjeet kohdasta Safety Information.
Avant d’installer ce produit, lisez les consignes de sécurité.
Vor der Installation dieses Produkts die Sicherheitshinweise lesen.
Prima di installare questo prodotto, leggere le Informazioni sulla Sicurezza.
Lees voordat u dit product installeert eerst de veiligheidsvoorschriften.
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.
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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.
Note: Some parts can be upgraded or replaced by the customer. These parts are
referred to as Customer Replaceable Units, or CRUs. IBM expressly identifies CRUs
as such, and provides documentation with instructions when it is appropriate for
customers to replace those parts. You must closely follow all instructions when
performing such replacements. Always make sure that the power is turned off and
that the product is unplugged from any power source before you attempt the
replacement. If you have any questions or concerns, contact the IBM HelpCenter.
Power cords and power adapters
Use only the power cords and power adapters supplied by the product
manufacturer.
Never wrap a power cord around the power adapter or other object. Doing so can
stress the cord in ways that can cause the cord to fray, crack or crimp. This can
present a safety hazard.
Always route power cords so that they will not be walked on, tripped over, or
pinched by objects.
Protect the cord and power adapters from liquids. For instance, do not leave your
cord or power adapter near sinks, tubs, toilets, or on floors that are cleaned with
liquid cleansers. Liquids can cause a short circuit, particularly if the cord or power
adapter has been stressed by misuse. Liquids can also cause gradual corrosion of
the power cord terminals and/or the connector terminals on the adapter which can
eventually result in overheating.
Always connect power cords and signal cables in the correct order and ensure that
all power cord connectors are securely and completely plugged into receptacles.
Do not use any power adapter that shows corrosion at the ac input pins and/or
shows signs of overheating (such as deformed plastic) at the ac input or anywhere
on the power adapter.
Do not use any power cords where the electrical contacts on either end show signs
of corrosion or overheating or where the power cord appears to have been
damaged in any way.
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Extension cords and related devices
Ensure that extension cords, surge protectors, uninterruptible power supplies, and
power strips that you use are rated to handle the electrical requirements of the
product. Never overload these devices. If power strips are used, the load should
not exceed the power strip input rating. Consult an electrician for more
information if you have questions about power loads, power requirements, and
input ratings.
Plugs and outlets
If a receptacle (power outlet) that you intend to use with your computer
equipment appears to be damaged or corroded, do not use the outlet until it is
replaced by a qualified electrician.
Do not bend or modify the plug. If the plug is damaged, contact the manufacturer
to obtain a replacement.
Some products are equipped with a three-pronged plug. This plug fits only into a
grounded electrical outlet. This is a safety feature. Do not defeat this safety feature
by trying to insert it into a non-grounded outlet. If you cannot insert the plug into
the outlet, contact an electrician for an approved outlet adapter or to replace the
outlet with one that enables this safety feature. Never overload an electrical outlet.
The overall system load should not exceed 80 percent of the branch circuit rating.
Consult an electrician for more information if you have questions about power
loads and branch circuit ratings.
Be sure that the power outlet you are using is properly wired, easily accessible,
and located close to the equipment. Do not fully extend power cords in a way that
will stress the cords.
Connect and disconnect the equipment from the electrical outlet carefully
Batteries
All IBM personal computers contain a non-rechargeable coin cell battery to provide
power to the system clock. 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.
Never attempt to open or service any battery. Do not crush, puncture, or incinerate
batteries or short circuit the metal contacts. Do not expose the battery to water or
other liquids. Only recharge the battery pack strictly according to instructions
included in the product documentation.
Battery abuse or mishandling can cause the battery to overheat, which can cause
gasses or flame to “vent” from the battery pack or coin cell. If your battery is
damaged, or if you notice any discharge from your battery or the buildup of
foreign materials on the battery leads, stop using the battery and obtain a
replacement from the battery manufacturer.
Batteries can degrade when they are left unused for long periods of time. For some
rechargeable batteries (particularly Lithium Ion batteries), leaving a battery unused
in a discharged state could increase the risk of a battery short circuit, which could
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