ADIC Network Card FastStor Mass Storage Device User Manual
Installation  
and  
Operating Guide  
FastStor  
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Copyright Notice (Europe)  
© Copyright 1997 ADIC Europe  
All rights reserved. No part of this document may be copied or reproduced in any form or by any means, without prior written  
permission of ADIC Europe, ZAC des Basses Auges, 1, rue Alfred de Vigny, 78112 – Fourqueux, FRANCE.  
ADIC Europe assumes no responsibility for any errors that may appear in this document, and retains the right to make changes to  
these specifications and descriptions at any time, without notice.  
This publication may describe designs for which patents are pending, or have been granted. By publishing this information, ADIC  
Europe conveys no license under any patent or any other right.  
ADIC Europe makes no representation or warranty with respect to the contents of this document and specifically disclaims any  
implied warranties of merchantability or fitness for any particular purpose. Further, ADIC Europe reserves the right to revise or  
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change.  
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exemplary purposes; any omissions are made unintentionally.  
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Regulatory Notices  
FCC Notices (USA Only)  
This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the  
manufacturer’s instruction manual, may cause interference with radio and television reception. This equipment has been tested and  
found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to  
provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. However, there is no guarantee that  
interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference with radio or television  
reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, you are encouraged to try to correct the interference by  
one or more of the following measures:  
Reorient the receiving antenna.  
Relocate the equipment with respect to the receiver.  
Move the equipment away from the receiver.  
Plug the equipment into a different outlet so that the equipment and the receiver are on different branch circuits.  
If necessary, consult a representative of ADIC or an experienced radio/television technician for additional suggestions. You may  
find the following booklet helpful: FCC Interference Handbook, 1996, available from the U.S. Government Printing Office,  
Washington, DC 20402, Stock No. 004-000-00450-7.  
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions:  
This device may not cause harmful interference.  
This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.  
A Notice About Shielded Cables: Use only shielded cables for connecting peripherals to this device to reduce the  
possibility of interference with radio and television reception. Using shielded cables ensures that you maintain the  
appropriate FCC radio frequency emissions compliance (for a Class A device) or FCC certification (for a Class B  
device) of this product.  
The following information is provided on the device or devices covered in this document in compliance with FCC regulations:  
Product Name:  
Model number:  
Company name:  
DLT Autoloader  
FS-DLT Autoloader  
Advanced Digital Information Corporation  
PO Box 97057  
Redmond, WA 98073-9757 USA  
(425) 881-8004  
IC Notice (Canada Only)  
Most tape libraries are classified by the Industry Canada (IC) Interference-Causing Equipment Standard #3 (ICES-003) as Class B  
digital devices. To determine which classification (Class A or B) applies to your tape library, examine all registration labels located  
on the bottom or the back panel of your library. A statement in the form of “IC Class A ICES-3” or “IC Class B ICES-3” will be  
located on one of these labels.  
Note that Industry Canada regulations provide that changes or modifications not expressly approved by the tape library  
manufacturer could void your authority to operate this equipment.  
This Class B (or Class A, if so indicated on the registration label) digital apparatus meets the requirements of the Canadian  
Interference-Causing Equipment Regulations.  
Cet appareil numérique de la Classe B (ou Classe A, si ainsi indiqué sur l’étiquette d’enregistration) respecte toutes les  
exigences du Reglement sur le Materiel Brouilleur du Canada.  
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EN 55022 Compliance (Czech Republic Only)  
This device belongs to category B devices as described in EN 55022, unless it is specifically stated that it is a category A  
device on the specification label. The following applies to devices in category A of EN 55022 (radius of protection up to  
30 meters). The user of the device is obliged to take all steps necessary to remove sources of interference to telecom-  
munication or other devices.  
Pokud nenÌ na typovÈm ötitku poËÌtaËe uvedeno, ûe spad· do t¯Ìdy A podle EN 55022, spad· automaticky do t¯Ìdy B podle  
EN 55022. Pro za¯ÌzenÌ za¯azen· do t¯Ìdy A (ochrannÈ p·smo 30m) podle EN 55022 platÌ n·sledujÌcÌ. Dojde-li k ruöenÌ  
telekomunikaËnÌch nebo jinych za¯ÌzenÌ, je uûivatel povinen provÈst takov· opat¯enÌ, aby ruöenÌ odstranil.  
CE Notice  
Marking by the symbol indicates compliance of this tape library to the EMC (Electromagnetic Compatibility) directive of the  
European Community. Such marking is indicative that this tape library meets or exceeds the following technical standards:  
EN 55022 — “Limits and Methods of Measurement of Radio Interference Characteristics of Information Technology Equipment.”  
This system is an EN 55022 Class B device.  
EN 50081-1 — “Electromagnetic compatibility—Generic emmision standard Part 1: Residential, commercial, and light industry.”  
EN 50082-1:1997 — “Electromagnetic compatibility—Generic immunity standard Part 1: Residential, commercial, and light  
industry.”  
EN 61000-3-2 — “Harmonic current emissions test.” — Device Class A.  
EN61000-3-3 — “Voltage fluctuations and flicker in low-voltage supply systems test.”  
EN 61000-4-2 — “Electrostatic discharge immunity test.” — Severity level 3.  
EN 61000-4-3 — “Radiated, radio-frequency, electromagnetic field immunity test.” — Severity level 2.  
EN 61000-4-4 — “Electrical fast transient/burst immunity test.” — Severity level 2.  
EN 61000-4-5 — “Surge immunity test.” — Severity level 2.  
EN 61000-4-6 — “Immunity to conducted disturbances, induced by radio-frequency fields.” — Severity level 2.  
EN 61000-4-8 — “Power frequency magnetic field immunity test.” — Severity level 2.  
EN 61000-4-11 — “Voltage dips, short interruptions and voltage variations immunity test.” — Performance criteria B and C.  
ENV 50204 — “Radiated electromagnetic field from digital radio telephones.”  
EN 60950:1992 + Amd.1:1993 + Amd.2:1993 with considerations to Amd.3:1995 — “Safety of Information Technology  
Equipment including Electrical Business Equipment.”  
A “Declaration of Conformity” in accordance with the preceding standards has been made and is on file at ADIC Europe, ZAC de  
Basses Auges, 1, rue Alfred de Vigny, 78112 Fourqueux, FRANCE.  
VCCI Notices (Japan Only)  
This is a Class B product based on the standard of the Voluntary Control Council for Interference for information technology  
equipment. If this equipment is used near a radio or television receiver in a domestic environment, it may cause radio interference.  
Install and use the equipment according to the instruction manual.  
Note that VCCI regulations provide that changes or modifications not expressly approved by the tape library manufacturer could  
void your authority to operate this equipment.  
Regulatory Notices  
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DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY  
according to EN 45014  
Manufacturer’s Name:  
Advanced Digital Information Corporation  
11431 Willows Road  
Redmond, Washington 98052  
USA  
ZAC des Basses Auges  
Manufacturer’s Address:  
1, rue Alfred de Vigny  
78112 Fourqueux,  
FRANCE  
declares, that the product:  
FastStor  
Product  
(Produit, Erzeugnis):  
FastStor FS-DLT 4000  
FastStor FS-DLT 7000  
FastStor FS-DLT 8000  
Model Numbers  
(Marque Commercial,  
Warenbezeichnung):  
conforms to the following international standards,  
EN 50081-1, EN-55022 Class B  
Emissions:  
Immunity:  
Safety:  
EN 50082-1  
EN 60950  
ISO 9001  
Quality:  
Supplementary Information:  
Signature on File  
Signature on File  
Signature:  
Full Name:  
Position:  
Date:  
Signature:  
Full Name:  
Position:  
Date:  
Redmond, WA USA  
Fourqueux, FRANCE  
Place:  
Place:  
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Safety Notices  
Warnings  
CAUTION  
RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK  
DO NOT OPEN  
TO REDUCE  
CAUTION :  
This symbol should alert the  
user to the presence of  
"dangerous voltage" inside  
the product that might cause  
harm or electric shock.  
THE RISK OF ELECTRIC  
SHOCK, DO NOT REMOVE  
COVER (OR BACK).  
NO USER-SERVICEABLE  
PARTS INSIDE. REFER  
SERVICING TO QUALIFIED  
SERVICE PERSONNEL.  
Caution  
All safety and operating instructions should be read before this product is  
operated, and should be retained for future reference. This unit has been  
engineered and manufactured to assure your personal safety. Improper use can  
result in potential electrical shock or fire hazards. In order not to defeat the  
safeguards, observe the following basic rules for its installation, use and  
servicing.  
Heed Warnings - All warnings on the product and in the operating instructions should be adhered to.  
Follow Instructions - All operating and use instructions should be followed.  
Ventilation - The product should be situated so that its location or position does not interfere with proper ventilation.  
Heat - The product should be situated away from heat sources such as radiators, heat registers, furnaces, or other heat  
producing appliances.  
Power Sources - The product should be connected to a power source only of the type directed in the operating instructions or  
as marked on the product.  
Power Cord Protection - The AC line cord should be routed so that it is not likely to be walked on or pinched by items placed  
upon or against it, paying particular attention to the cord at the wall receptacle, and the point where the cord exits from the  
product.  
Object and Liquid Entry - Care should be taken to insure that objects do not fall and liquids are not spilled into the product’s  
enclosure through openings.  
Servicing - The user should not attempt to service the product beyond that described in the operating instructions. All other  
servicing should be referred to qualified service personnel.  
Precautions  
Do not use oil, solvents, gasoline, paint thinners or insecticides on the unit.  
Do not expose the unit to moisture, to temperatures higher than 60ºC (140ºF) or to extreme low temperatures.  
Keep the unit away from direct sunlight, strong magnetic fields, excessive dust, humidity and electronic/electrical equipment,  
which generate electrical noise.  
Hold the AC power plug by the head when removing it from the AC source outlet; pulling the cord can damage the internal  
wires.  
Use the unit on a firm level surface free from vibration, and do not place anything on top of unit.  
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Table of Contents  
Copyright Notice ..................................................................................................................................................................................ii  
Copyright Notice (Europe) ..................................................................................................................................................................iii  
Regulatory Notices .............................................................................................................................................................................. iv  
Safety Notices..................................................................................................................................................................................... vii  
Quick Start Guide ........................................................................................................................................................................................ xi  
Chapter 1Introduction................................................................................................................................................................................... 1  
Equipment Description ......................................................................................................................................................................... 2  
Features......................................................................................................................................................................................... 3  
DLT Drives................................................................................................................................................................................... 4  
Options.......................................................................................................................................................................................... 4  
SCSI Interface....................................................................................................................................................................... 4  
Switches and Indicators ................................................................................................................................................................ 5  
DLT Media ................................................................................................................................................................................... 9  
Other Requirements .................................................................................................................................................................... 10  
SCSI Host Adapter.............................................................................................................................................................. 10  
Application Software .......................................................................................................................................................... 10  
Chapter 2 Hardware Installation................................................................................................................................................................. 11  
Unpacking and Inspecting................................................................................................................................................................... 12  
Checking the Accessories ........................................................................................................................................................... 12  
Installing the Host Adapter ................................................................................................................................................................. 12  
Installing the SCSI Cable and Terminator .......................................................................................................................................... 13  
Connecting More than One FastStor................................................................................................................................... 14  
Preparing the Host Computer System................................................................................................................................................. 14  
Installing the Application Software ............................................................................................................................................ 14  
Chapter 3 Operation and Maintenance........................................................................................................................................................ 15  
Normal Operations.............................................................................................................................................................................. 16  
General Guidelines...................................................................................................................................................................... 16  
Powering on the System.............................................................................................................................................................. 16  
Power Up Checks................................................................................................................................................................ 17  
Setting the SCSI IDs ................................................................................................................................................................... 17  
Prepare and Install the Data Cartridges....................................................................................................................................... 19  
Close and Lock the Front Door........................................................................................................................................... 20  
Drive Status Messages ................................................................................................................................................................ 20  
FastStor Modes ................................................................................................................................................................................... 21  
Mode 1A – LOAD DRV............................................................................................................................................................. 22  
Mode 1B – EJECT DRV............................................................................................................................................................. 23  
Mode 2 – LOAD SLOT .............................................................................................................................................................. 24  
Mode 3 – EJECT SLOT.............................................................................................................................................................. 25  
Mode 4 – EJECT PCKR ............................................................................................................................................................. 26  
Mode 5 – DENSITY ................................................................................................................................................................... 27  
Mode 6 – SET SCSI ID............................................................................................................................................................... 28  
Normal Maintenance........................................................................................................................................................................... 30  
Cleaning the Drive Head............................................................................................................................................................. 30  
Cleaning Tape..................................................................................................................................................................... 30  
Drive Head Cleaning Procedure.......................................................................................................................................... 31  
Cleaning the Enclosure ............................................................................................................................................................... 32  
Chapter 4 Troubleshooting and Diagnostics............................................................................................................................................... 33  
Installation Problems .......................................................................................................................................................................... 34  
Loader and Drive Operational Problems............................................................................................................................................. 34  
DIAGNOSTIC MENU ....................................................................................................................................................................... 34  
DISPLAY FIRMWARE ............................................................................................................................................................. 35  
SIGN ON .................................................................................................................................................................................... 38  
CHANGE MODE ....................................................................................................................................................................... 38  
CYCLE TEST............................................................................................................................................................................. 39  
CLEAN DRIVE.......................................................................................................................................................................... 40  
AUTOCLEAN............................................................................................................................................................................ 42  
Enabling AUTOCLEAN..................................................................................................................................................... 42  
Using AUTOCLEAN.......................................................................................................................................................... 43  
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Disabling AUTOCLEAN.................................................................................................................................................... 43  
LOAD FIRMWARE................................................................................................................................................................... 44  
DISPLAY COUNTS................................................................................................................................................................... 44  
UPGRADE DRIVE FIRMWARE.............................................................................................................................................. 46  
FastStor Error Messages..................................................................................................................................................................... 48  
Error Message Listing................................................................................................................................................................. 48  
Environmental Considerations............................................................................................................................................................ 49  
When You Call ADIC’S Technical Assistance Center....................................................................................................................... 49  
Appendix A Specifications......................................................................................................................................................................... 51  
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Quick Start Guide  
This Guide …  
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provides a quick guide for experts who are familiar with installing hardware and software.  
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Follow these steps to quickly get started using your ADIC FastStor:  
Notes  
The following defaults have been set at the factory, and in most cases, should not have to be changed.  
LDR SCSI ID: 1, DRV SCSI ID: 3  
FastStor DLT 4000 Tape Density: 40GB  
FastStor DLT 7000 Tape Density: 70GB  
FastStor DLT8000 Tape Density: 80GB  
Operating Mode: Random  
Logon String: FastStor  
SCSI Terminator  
AC Line Cord  
1. Install AC line cord, first to FastStor, then to AC outlet.  
2. Install SCSI terminator on FastStor.  
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3. Power up your FastStor by pressing the Power button.  
Power Button  
4. Install data cartridges in slots 1 through 5 of your FastStor.  
LCD indicates 1-5 are loaded.  
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5. Using the Mode Menu, move the cartridge from slot 1 to slot 6, and from slot 2 to slot 7.  
Press MODE button until  
LOAD SLOT is displayed.  
Press SELECT button  
twice. Tape in slot 1 will  
move to slot 6.  
Repeat above steps to move  
tape in slot 2 to slot 7.  
6. Install additional data cartridges in slots 1 and 2.  
LCD indicates 1-7 loaded.  
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7. Connect SCSI cable to rear of FastStor and to SCSI adapter on your host computer.  
SCSI Cable  
8. Power up your host computer.  
9. Verify your backup software.  
Your ADIC FastStor is ready for operation.  
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Chapter  
Introduction  
This Chapter …  
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provides a physical description of the switches, indicators and connectors on the front and rear panels  
of the external FastStor  
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describes the drive and media used in the FastStor  
describes other requirements (additional hardware and/or software) needed to utilize the FastStor  
provides a brief overview of the FastStor features. For detailed specifications, see Appendix A  
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elcome to your ADIC FastStor (shown above). Your FastStor is a fully automated, high-performance, high-  
capacity, mass storage system. The FastStor is designed to provide you with unattended, near-line and off-line  
data storage, archiving, backup, hierarchical storage management (HSM), and retrieval for low- and mid-range  
servers and networks. Through the remainder of this manual, references will be made to the FastStor. Except in  
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model-specific instances (the reference will be made to the proper model), the information is applicable to all models of the family.  
Equipment Description  
The FastStor (FastStor DLT 4000, FastStor DLT 7000, FastStor DLT 8000) is a three-model family of SCSI compatible and  
economical data storage devices. All models incorporate a streaming tape cartridge data storage device, which features high  
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capacity, high throughput, and data compression. Equipped with a Quantum DLT™ drive, your FastStor operates as two SCSI  
devices on a single SCSI bus. Your FastStor can contain up to 7 data cartridges providing a maximum formatted capacity of 560  
GB and a sustained data transfer rate as high as 720 MB per minute. The tape media is rated at up to 1,000,000 passes and has a  
shelf life of 30 years, providing superior media durability and data reliability.  
The FastStor is compatible with all operating systems and environments supporting the SCSI interface, but requires either direct  
support of the operating system or a suitable application program to take advantage of its features. Hosting environments that do  
not directly support SCSI interfaces, like most personal computers, require the addition of a SCSI Host Adapter card.  
Your FastStor is capable of operating in either Random-Access or Sequential-Access modes. In Random-Access mode, the  
application software controls cartridge management. In Sequential-Mode, your FastStor operating firmware predefines cartridge  
management. Refer to the Change Mode section in Chapter 4 Troubleshooting and Diagnostics, for a detailed description of  
Sequential-Mode operation.  
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Features  
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Multi-function Operator Panel. The Operator Panel, located to the right, under the front door, employs a 1-line by 10-  
character liquid crystal display (LCD), a four-key keypad, and three LEDs to permit you to monitor and control the operations  
of your library. Specific areas of the LCD provide you with information such as: status of the tape storage slots (empty, or data  
cartridge present); which cartridge is loaded into the drive; status of the cartridge in the drive (write-protected or data  
compression enabled); and inform you when the drive requires cleaning.  
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Media Transporter. The Media Transporter is the media cartridge handling mechanism and normally responds to commands  
from the application software to move the cartridges between the storage slots and the drive. Employing a bi-directional,  
pass-through gripper, the Media Transporter picks and places cartridges to/from the front and rear mounted storage slots.  
Scalar Emulation. To maximize application software compatibility, your FastStor shares the same command set as the ADIC  
Scalar library, and can appear as either a FastStor or a Scalar.  
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System Integrity. The cartridge storage slots, drive, and robotics are protected by a physically lockable door.  
Cleaning Cartridge. Although the cleaning cartridge can occupy a cartridge storage slot in the FastStor (facilitating  
automated cleaning cycles), manual insertion of a cleaning cartridge is permitted by opening the front door and installing the  
cleaning cartridge into any unoccupied storage slot. The Operator Panel is then used to load/unload the cleaning cartridge  
to/from the drive.  
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Manual Cartridge Use. Individual cartridges can easily be transported to the drive by manually opening the front door and  
installing the cartridge into any unoccupied storage slot. The Operator Panel is then used to load cartridges to the drive.  
Cartridge Pre-Check. Whenever you power up your FastStor it will scan the cartridge storage slots and the drive and build a  
log of valid cartridge locations.  
Reverse Cartridge Protection. The five front cartridge storage slots employ a design that prevents the cartridges from being  
inserted incorrectly.  
Built-in Diagnostics. Your FastStor includes diagnostic firmware that tells you when drive head cleaning is required, reports  
diagnostic results, and drive operating status.  
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Barcode Ready. The available barcode reader option delivers instant media verification and inventory.  
24 Hour Fast Exchange. In the event your FastStor needs to be serviced, ADIC will provide you with a next day advanced  
exchange to reduce down time.  
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DLT Drives  
Your ADIC FastStor is equipped with a third-, or fourth-generation DLT drive. The DLT4000 and DLT7000 drives can read and  
write 2.6 GB, 6.0 GB, and 10.0 GB tape formats for 100% interchange compatibility with earlier DLT drives. The DLT 8000 drive  
can read and write 10.0, 15.0, 20.0, and 35.0 GB tape formats for 100% interchange compatibility with the DLT 2000, DLT  
2000xt, DLT 4000, and DLT 7000 drives. DLT 8000 default tape density is 40 GB (80 GB compressed) when using the DLTtape  
IV data cartridge. Tape density is selectable by the application software or via the Operator Panel..  
Model  
Drive  
Cartridge Max Capacity  
Max Capacity  
Sustained Transfer Rate  
(density - compressed mode) (compressed mode)  
(compressed mode)  
Model  
FastStor DLT4000  
DLT4000 20 GB (DLTtape III)  
30 GB (DLTtape IIIXT)  
40 GB (DLTtape IV)  
140 GB  
210 GB  
280 GB  
3.0 MB/sec (180 MB/min)  
10.0 MB/sec (600 MB/min)  
12.0 MB/sec (720 MB/min)  
FastStor DLT7000  
FastStor DLT8000  
DLT7000 20 GB (DLTtape III)  
30 GB (DLTtape IIIXT)  
70 GB (DLTtape IV)  
140 GB  
210 GB  
490 GB  
DLT8000 20 GB (DLTtape III)  
30 GB (DLTtape IIIXT)  
80 GB (DLTtape IV)  
140 GB  
210 GB  
560 GB  
Maximum Capacity and Sustained Transfer Rates  
Options  
SCSI Interface  
The FastStor is equipped with a Quantum manufactured drive and a corresponding robotics interface. The drive and robotics may  
have Single-Ended (SE), Low Voltage Differential/Single-Ended (LVD/SE), or High Voltage Differential (HVD) SCSI interface.  
Caution  
SE and LVD/SE SCSI devices are not compatible with HVD SCSI devices.  
Equipment damage may occur if you connect your FastStor to an  
incompatible SCSI bus.  
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Switches and Indicators  
The following figures shows the switches and indicators located on the front and rear panels of the FastStor.  
FastStor Series Rear Panel  
Receptacle for AC power cord.  
AC Power Connector  
Connections for the interface cable that connect the unit with the host  
computer and/or to other devices on the SCSI channel (including  
additional FastStor units). The interface cable can be attached to either  
connector.  
SCSI Channel  
Connectors  
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FastStor Series Front Panel  
Indicators  
Illuminates when power is on.  
Power LED  
(green)  
Indicates robotic and drive activity. A slow blinking interval indicates  
FastStor robotic activity and a fast interval indicates drive activity.  
Activity LED  
(blinking amber)  
Illuminates whenever an error has occurred.  
Alarm LED  
(red)  
1-line by 10-character Liquid Crystal Display. Displays information about  
drive status, operational messages, and error messages.  
LCD  
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The following illustration shows the layout of the LCD. The normal on-line message (LdR REAdY) is displayed on the top  
line. On-line, off-line, and error messages appear on this line.  
DC indicates that data compression is selected on the drive.  
WP indicates that a write-protected data cartridge is loaded into the drive.  
CT indicates that the drive head needs to be cleaned.  
The large numeric field in the center of the display normally indicates which cartridge is loaded into the drive. Whenever an  
error occurs an E will appear in this field and the error message will appear on line 1 of the display (see chapter 4 for  
descriptions of the possible error messages).  
The Activity Bars on the right side of the display, in conjunction with the Activity LED, indicate robotic and drive activity. A  
blinking bottom bar is displayed when no activity is taking place. A slow interval between the bars appearing/disappearing  
indicates robotic activity, and a fast interval indicates drive activity.  
The seven numeric fields at the bottom of the display indicate the current cartridge inventory. Each will appear only if a  
cartridge is present in the appropriate storage slot.  
L r 5rea y  
DC  
WP  
CT  
1 2 3 4 5 6 7  
Operator Panel LCD  
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FastStor Series Operator Panel  
Keypad  
Press this button to enter or exit off-line mode menus.  
Selects next item or value in the currently displayed menu.  
MODE  
NEXT  
Causes the FastStor to execute the current menu (displayed on line 1 of the  
LCD).  
SELECT  
Selects previous item or value in the currently displayed menu.  
PREVIOUS  
POWER  
Press and release this button to turn on your FastStor. Press and hold this  
button for 2 seconds to turn off your FastStor. POWER dOWN will appear  
on the LCD and the Activity Bars (see Indicators above) and Activity  
LED will indicate robotic activity as the Picker moves to it’s power down  
position.  
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DLT Media  
The data cartridges used in the DLT drive are housed in 4-inch plastic cases and employ ½-inch metal particle tape.  
BAR CODE LABEL  
ORANGE  
INDICATOR  
WRITE-PROTECT  
SWITCH  
WRITE-PROTECTED  
WRITE-ENABLED  
DLT Data Cartridge  
The write-protect switch is used to prevent recording over existing data. To prevent recording or deleting, place the write-protect  
switch to the open position. The drive senses the position of the switch and will not allow writing in this position. When installing  
cartridges in the FastStor, place the switch in the closed position (unless you do not wish to record on a specific cartridge).  
If the switch is moved all the way to the left, the cartridge is write-protected and the drive cannot write to, or erase data from, the  
cartridge. The small orange rectangle will be visible whenever the cartridge is write-protected. Additionally, an arrow (beneath the  
orange rectangle and above the two lines on the switch) lets you know that data cannot be written to the cartridge. If the switch is  
moved all the way to the right, the cartridge is write-enabled and the drive can write data to, or erase data from, the cartridge. The  
orange rectangle will not be visible whenever the cartridge is write-enabled. On the right side of the write-protect switch an arrow  
over one line indicates that if you slide the switch to the right, data can be written to the cartridge.  
Notes  
Store data cartridges in a dry, cool environment.  
Never reset or power down your computer or FastStor while a function is in process or a tape is moving.  
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SCSI Host Adapter  
Your FastStor must be connected to either an integrated SCSI host or a separate SCSI interface (host adapter) card installed in the  
computer – either directly to the I/O connector on the card or as part of an existing SCSI chain. The host adapter you choose will  
depend on your system requirements and your needs. If you are not sure about your host adapter requirements, please call ADIC’s  
Technical Assistance Center (ATAC) and ask for assistance. The SCSI interface must be installed before you connect the FastStor.  
Application Software  
A variety of backup and data storage software is available for use with your FastStor. The software you use will depend upon your  
storage needs and the system you are using. Please check with ADIC Sales or Customer Assistance if you have a question on the  
compatibility of a particular software package.  
Now you are ready to connect the FastStor to your host computer. Follow the instructions provided in the next chapter.  
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Hardware Installation  
This Chapter. . .  
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explains the steps necessary to install and test your FastStor  
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For the most part, installation is simply a matter of checking all necessary SCSI connections, installing the application software  
(backup or otherwise) on the host computer, and applying power. The FastStor defaults set at the factory should be sufficient for  
most applications.  
Unpacking and Inspecting  
Caution  
If the operating environment differs from the storage environment by 15° C  
(30° F) or more, let the unit acclimate to the surrounding environment for at  
least 12 hours.  
Unpack all items from the carton. Save the packing materials in case you need to move or ship the system in the future.  
Caution  
You must ship the FastStor in the original or equivalent packing materials or  
your warranty may be invalidated.  
Checking the Accessories  
Check to make certain that the following items are included with your FastStor:  
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Power cord  
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One cleaning cartridge, or a coupon for a free DLT cleaning cartridge  
One SCSI cable with 68-pin HD/ 68-pin HD connectors  
One active 68-pin SCSI bus terminator  
A Media Carrying Tote with plastic lid  
This manual  
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A Quick Reference Guide  
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A Warranty Registration card  
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Two keys for the front door  
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None of the items should show signs of damage.  
Installing the Host Adapter  
At this point if your host computer system does not have native SCSI capability and the host adapter you are using is not installed,  
please install it. Refer to the manual that came with your host adapter for specific directions.  
When the host adapter card is installed return to this point in the manual.  
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Installing the SCSI Cable and Terminator  
Notes  
Make sure that the interface cable you are planning on using has the appropriate connectors on each end. The FastStor  
employs a 68-pin high-density SCSI connector on the rear panel.  
If your host computer’s SCSI connector is different from that on the FastStor, you will need to obtain an adapter or a  
different cable. Consult your dealer or ATAC if you need help.  
The interface cable must be shielded – ADIC can supply you with the correct type.  
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If your FastStor is the last device on the SCSI bus, install the SCSI terminator onto the remaining SCSI connector on the rear  
panel of the FastStor.  
Note  
SCSI bus TERM POWER is supplied by the robotics interface, not by the drive.  
Connect the SCSI cable to either of the SCSI connectors on the rear panel of the FastStor.  
SCSI Terminator  
SCSI Cable  
FastStor Rear Panel  
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Connect the free end of the SCSI cable to the connector on the host computer’s SCSI adapter.  
If you wish to connect one or more additional devices to the bus after the FastStor, connect an appropriate cable between the  
remaining SCSI connector on the rear panel of the FastStor and the next device.  
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Be sure that the bus is terminated at the last device in the chain.  
Note  
ADIC recommends that you always terminate a single-ended SCSI bus with an active terminator.  
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Make sure that the SCSI cable between the host adapter and the FastStor is secure and the connections are fastened correctly.  
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Connecting More than One FastStor  
If you are connecting more than one FastStor on the same SCSI channel, simply connect each unit to the previous unit with an  
additional shielded interface cable. It does not matter which SCSI connector on each FastStor you connect the interface cable to.  
Make sure that you configure each FastStor unit with a unique drive SCSI ID and loader ID. Your FastStors will not function  
properly if they have the same SCSI IDs.  
Preparing the Host Computer System  
Installing the Application Software  
At this point you need to refer to your software installation guide for instructions on installing the backup/controlling software for  
the FastStor onto the host computer.  
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This Chapter. . .  
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describes normal operating features of your FastStor  
provides details on the media and drive head cleaning cartridge  
explains normal maintenance procedures  
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Normal Operations  
General Guidelines  
Once your FastStor and your choice of application software are installed and configured, you can automatically perform backup  
and restore operations through the application software. You do not need to intervene unless you need to replace cartridges.  
Always follow these general operating guidelines:  
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Do not open the front door of the FastStor unless you must perform manual Mode commands, or change media.  
Use only the recommended types of media cartridges, described earlier in this manual.  
Clean the DLT drive whenever the CT field appears on the LCD (signifying a cleaning request), or as soon possible.  
Note  
Never insert or remove cartridges from the storage slots unless LdR REAdY is displayed on the LCD.  
Powering on the System  
The two keys for the front door are taped to the rear panel of your FastStor model.  
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Remove the keys from the rear panel, unlock and open the front door.  
Remove the foam shipping block from the cartridge area.  
Plug the power cord into the AC receptacle on the rear panel of your FastStor.  
Plug the power cord from the FastStor into a grounded electrical outlet.  
Use caution when plugging the power cord into an electrical outlet.  
Hazardous voltages are present in the sockets of the outlet.  
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Plug the power cord from your host computer into a grounded electrical outlet.  
Turn on power to the FastStor by pressing the POWER button on the Operator Panel.  
Note  
When powering off your FastStor, you must press and hold the POWER button for 2 seconds.  
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While the FastStor initializes, the LCD will appear as shown below. The Activity LED will blink slowly, and the Activity Bars will  
appear on the LCD.  
L r init  
At the completion of FastStor initialization, the drive will initialize and the LCD will appear as shown below. The Activity LED  
will blink fast, and the Activity Bars will appear on the LCD.  
rv init  
At the conclusion of drive initialization, the LCD will appear as shown below:  
L r rea y  
Power Up Checks  
When you apply power to your FastStor it will perform the following actions:  
Verify drive configuration and status.  
Build a valid cartridge inventory log.  
Calibrate the Media Picker.  
When the FastStor has completed the Power Up Checks, the LCD will display LdR REAdY.  
Setting the SCSI IDs  
Notes  
The default settings for the SCSI IDs are: LdR Id 1, and dRV Id 3.  
SCSI ID changes are not effective until power has been cycled on the FastStor.  
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Your FastStor consists of two SCSI devices; the drive and the robotics. Depending upon your requirements, you may need to  
change the SCSI ID default settings for your installation. To change the SCSI ID of the robotics and/or the drive, perform the  
following steps:  
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Repeatedly press the MODE button on the Operator’s Panel until SET SCSI (Mode 6) appears on the first line of the LCD.  
Press the SELECT button. LdR SCSI will now appear on the LCD.  
Press the SELECT button to select the robotics. LdR Id X (where X is the current SCSI ID of the robotics) will now appear  
on the LCD.  
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Press the NEXT button to select a higher ID, or the PREVIOUS button to select a lower ID.  
Press the SELECT button to accept the new ID for the robotics. dRV SCSI will now appear on the LCD.  
Press the SELECT button. dRV Id X (where X is the current SCSI ID) will now appear on the LCD.  
Press the NEXT button to select a higher ID, or the PREVIOUS button to select a lower ID.  
Press the SELECT button to accept the new ID for the drive. CYCLE PWR (blinking) will now appear on the LCD for  
approximately 10 seconds.  
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Press and hold the POWER button for 2 seconds to power down the FastStor.  
Wait a few seconds, then press the POWER button again to power up the FastStor. The new SCSI IDs are now in effect.  
Note  
You may need to power cycle your server and reconfigure your application software for them to see these new IDs as well.  
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Prepare and Install the Data Cartridges  
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If necessary, unlock and open the front door to access the cartridge storage slots.  
Make sure that the write-protect switch is set appropriately on each cartridge. Slide the switch to the appropriate position by  
pushing it with your finger.  
ORANGE  
INDICATOR  
WRITE-PROTECT  
SWITCH  
WRITE-PROTECTED  
WRITE-ENABLED  
DLT Cartridge Write-Protect Switch  
Storage slot 6 and 7 are loaded from slots 1 and 2 respectively, using the Operator’s Panel.  
Note  
Never insert or remove cartridges from the storage slots unless LdR REAdY is displayed on the LCD.  
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Place data cartridges into slots 1 and 2.  
Verify that the LCD shows that slots 1 and 2 have tapes present.  
Press the MODE button on the Operator’s Panel until LOAd SLOT (Mode 2) appears on the first line of the LCD.  
Note  
The LOAd SLOT command always moves the tape from slot 1 to slot 6, and slot 2 to slot 7.  
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Press the SELECT button to select the LOAd SLOT command. SRC SLOT 1 will now appear on the LCD.  
Press the SELECT button to execute the LOAd SLOT command.  
The FastStor will now move the tape (data cartridge or cleaning tape) from slot 1 to slot 6. While executing, the LdR MOVE, LdR  
PICK, and LdR PLACE messages will appear on the LCD. When the FastStor has completed the command, LdR REAdY will  
again appear on the LCD.  
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Verify that the LCD now shows that slots 2 and 6 have tapes present.  
Press the MODE button on the Operator’s Panel until LOAd SLOT (Mode 2) appears on the first line of the LCD.  
Press the SELECT button to select the LOAd SLOT command. SRC SLOT 2 will now appear on the LCD.  
Press the SELECT button to execute the LOAd SLOT command.  
The FastStor will now move the tape from slot 2 to slot 7. While the command is executing, the Activity Bars will indicate loader  
activity, LdR MOVE, LdR PICK, and LdR PLACE messages will appear on the LCD, and the Activity LED on the Operator’s  
Panel will blink slowly. When the FastStor has completed the command, LdR REAdY will appear on the LCD.  
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Verify that the LCD now shows that slots 6 and 7 now have tapes present.  
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Install five additional cartridges into storage slots 1 through 5.  
Verify that the LCD now shows that slots 1 through 7 have tapes present.  
Close and Lock the Front Door  
Close the FastStor door, turn the key a quarter-turn clockwise and remove it from the lock.  
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Turn on the host computer power and launch the software application.  
The application will now control the FastStor. Use the Mode commands, described on the following pages, to manually perform  
FastStor functions.  
Drive Status Messages  
During on-line operation, your FastStor will place drive status messages on the top line of the LCD. The following table lists the  
messages that will appear on the LCD:  
Drive Status Message  
CALIBRATE  
EJECTING  
Description  
Drive is calibrating head to tracks on tape  
Drive is unloading tape  
Drive is cleaning head with cleaning cartridge  
Drive is erasing tape  
CLEANING  
ERASING  
Drive is reading tape  
REAdING  
Drive is writing to tape  
WRITING  
Drive is seeking a position on tape  
Drive is rewinding tape  
SEEKING  
REWINdING  
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FastStor Modes  
The following diagram is a quick reference guide to the Modes described on the next few pages.  
LOAD DRV  
Mode 1A (When drive empty)  
Mode 1B (When tape in drive)  
Mode 2  
SRC SLOT N  
EJECT DRV  
DST SLOT N  
LOAD SLOT  
SRC SLOT n  
EJECT SLOT  
SRC SLOT N  
Mode 3  
EJECT PCKR  
DST SLOT N  
Mode 4  
Mode 5  
DENSITY  
FMT 2_6  
FMT 6  
FMT 10  
FMT 10C  
FMT 15.  
FMT 15C  
FMT 20  
FMT 20C  
FMT 35  
FMT 35C  
FMT 40  
FMT 40C  
Mode 6  
SET SCSI  
LDR SCSI  
LDR ID XX  
DRV SCSI  
DRV ID XX  
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To access any of the Modes, press the MODE button repeatedly until the LCD displays the desired mode on line 1.  
Notes  
It is only possible to scroll forward through the Mode choices. If you pass the mode you desire, continue to press the  
MODE button until the mode you desire is again displayed on the LCD.  
While accessing Modes 1-6, the FastStor is not available to your software application.  
To exit any of the Modes and return to LdR REAdY, press the MODE button.  
Mode 1A – LOAD DRV  
Mode 1A causes your FastStor to load a tape into the drive.  
Note  
If a tape is already loaded in the drive, Mode 1A is not selectable on the LCD, however, Mode 1B is selectable.  
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To access Mode 1A, press the MODE button until the LCD appears as shown:  
Loa rv  
1 2 3 4 5 6 7  
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Press the SELECT button to choose this mode. The LCD appears as shown:  
SRC slot  
1 2 3 4 5 6 7  
Note  
If the source slot is empty, a blinking RESELECT will appear on the LCD. The blinking RESELECT indicates that you attempted to  
select an invalid source slot.  
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Use the NEXT or PREVIOUS button to scroll through the slot choices. Press SELECT when the slot you wish to load is  
displayed.  
L r rea y  
2 3 4 5 6 7  
Your FastStor will load the desired tape into the drive. After completing the task, the FastStor will return to LdR REAdY, and the  
slot number of the tape in the drive will be displayed in the center of the LCD.  
Mode 1B – EJECT DRV  
Mode 1B causes the FastStor to eject the tape from the drive and place it into the storage slot that it was loaded from.  
Note  
If the drive is empty, Mode 1B is not selectable on the LCD.  
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To access Mode 1B, press the MODE button until the LCD appears as shown:  
eject rv  
2 3 4 5 6 7  
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Press the SELECT button to select Mode 1B. The LCD will appear as shown while the drive ejects the tape:  
ejecting  
2 3 4 5 6 7  
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When your FastStor has completed the command, it will return to LdR REAdY.  
L r rea y  
1 2 3 4 5 6 7  
Mode 2 – LOAD SLOT  
Mode 2 causes the FastStor to load slot 6 from slot 1, or slot 7 from slot 2.  
Note  
If slots 6 and 7 already have cartridges, Mode 2 is not selectable on the LCD.  
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Place a cartridge in slot 1 if loading slot 6, slot 2 if loading slot 7, or both if loading slots 6 and 7.  
To access Mode 2, press the MODE button until the LCD appears as shown:  
loa slot  
1 2 3 4 5  
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Press the SELECT button to select Mode 2. The LCD will appear as shown (N is either slot 6 or 7):  
SRC slot N  
1 2 3 4 5  
Note  
If slots 6 and 7 already have cartridges, Mode 2 is not selectable on the LCD.  
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Press the SELECT button to move the cartridge from slot 1 to slot 6, or from slot 2 to slot 7. After moving the cartridge  
FastStor will return to LdR REAdY.  
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Mode 3 – EJECT SLOT  
Mode 3 causes the FastStor to move a tape from slot 6 to slot 1, or from slot 7 to slot 2.  
Note  
If the source slot is empty, or the destination slot is full, selecting EJECT SLOT will cause a blinking RESELECT to appear on the  
LCD. The blinking RESELECT indicates that you attempted to select an invalid mode.  
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To access Mode 3, press the MODE button until the LCD appears as shown:  
eject slot  
2 3 4 5 6 7  
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Press the SELECT button to select Mode 3. The LCD will appear as shown (N is either 6 or 7):  
SRC slot n  
2 3 4 5 6 7  
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Press the NEXT or PREVIOUS button to scroll to choose slot 6 or 7 to eject.  
Press select when the slot you wish to eject is displayed. The FastStor will move the tape from the source slot to the  
appropriate destination slot.  
Note  
EJECT SLOT always moves the tape in slot 6 to slot 1, and slot 7 to slot 2.  
When your FastStor has completed the command, it will return to LdR REAdY.  
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Mode 4 – EJECT PCKR  
Mode 4 causes the FastStor to eject a tape left in the Media Picker at power down to any empty destination slot.  
Notes  
A tape will normally not be left in the Picker at power down.  
Executing EJECT PCKR Mode when the Media Picker does not have a tape will result in PCKR EMPTY and a large E  
(indicating an error condition) appearing on the LCD for approximately 25 seconds. If this occurs, you may press the  
Mode button to return the FastStor the LdR REAdY before the 25 seconds elapses.  
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To access Mode 4, press the MODE button until the LCD appears as shown:  
eject pckr  
2 3 4 5 6 7  
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Press the SELECT button to select Mode 4. The LCD will appear as shown while the drive ejects the tape (N is the slot the  
FastStor will attempt to move the tape to.):  
st slot n  
2 3 4 5 6 7  
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Use the NEXT or PREVIOUS button to scroll through the destination slot choices. Press SELECT when the slot you wish to  
place the tape in is displayed. When your FastStor has completed the command, it will return to LdR REAdY.  
Note  
If the destination slot is full, a blinking RESELECT will appear on the LCD. The blinking RESELECT indicates that you attempted  
to select an invalid destination slot.  
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Mode 5 – DENSITY  
Mode 5 is used to set the density format of the data cartridge tape. All previously unformatted DLTtape III, DLTtape IIIXT, and  
DLTtape IV data cartridges can be formatted to the densities shown in the following table.  
Drive Model  
Data Cartridge Cartridge Density  
Cartridge Density  
(native mode)  
(compressed mode)  
DLT 4000  
DLTtape III  
DLTtape IIIXT  
DLTtape IV  
2.6, 6.0, 10.0 GB  
15.0 GB  
20.0 GB  
20.0 GB  
30.0 GB  
40.0 GB  
DLT 7000  
DLT 8000  
DLTtape III  
DLTtape IIIXT  
DLTtape IV  
2.6, 6.0, 10.0 GB  
15.0 GB  
20.0, 35.0 GB  
20.0 GB  
30.0 GB  
40.0, 70.0 GB  
DLTtape III  
DLTtape IIIXT  
DLTtape IV  
2.6, 6.0, 10.0 GB  
15.0 GB  
20.0, 35.0, 40.0 GB  
20.0 GB  
30.0 GB  
40.0, 70.0, 80.0 GB  
Maximum Capacity  
Notes  
The density menu can only be used with a tape loaded in the drive.  
The density of previously recorded DLT data cartridges cannot be changed unless the tape is reformatted which will result  
in all data being lost.  
The default density of unformatted data cartridges is dependent upon the drive installed in your FastStor, and the type of  
tape being used.  
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To access Mode 5, press the MODE button until the LCD appears as shown:  
ensity  
1 2 3 4 5 6 7  
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Press the SELECT button to select Mode 5. The LCD will appear as shown (XX is the lowest native density selectable for  
this cartridge):  
Fmt XX  
1 2 3 4 5 6 7  
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Press the NEXT or PREVIOUS button to scroll through the density choices. Press SELECT when the desired density setting  
is displayed. When your FastStor has completed the command, it will return to the LdR REAdY.  
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Notes  
Attempting to select Mode 5 when the drive is empty will result in a NO TAPE error message appearing on the LCD. Press  
MODE to return the FastStor to LdR REAdY.  
If a NOT LOAdEd error message appears on the LCD when pressing SELECT, the current tape has not completed loading.  
Press MODE to clear the error and return the FastStor to LdR REAdY.  
If a CANNOT FMT error message appears on the LCD when pressing SELECT, the drive cannot reformat the cartridge (i.e.,  
TK85 cartridge in a DLT4000 drive). Press MODE to clear the error and return the FastStor to LdR REAdY.  
Mode 6 – SET SCSI ID  
Note  
SCSI ID changes are not effective until power is cycled on the FastStor.  
Use Mode 6 to set the SCSI ID of the FastStor robotics and/or the drive.  
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To access Mode 6, press the MODE button repeatedly until the LCD appears as shown:  
Set scsi  
2 3 4 5 6 7  
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Press the SELECT button to select Mode 6. The LCD will appear as shown:  
L r scsi  
2 3 4 5 6 7  
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Press SELECT to choose the FastStor robotics. The LCD will appear as shown (X is the current ID of the robotics.):  
L r I x  
2 3 4 5 6 7  
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Press NEXT or PREVIOUS button to scroll through the ID choices. Press SELECT when the desired ID is displayed. The  
LCD will appear as shown:  
rv scsi  
2 3 4 5 6 7  
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Press SELECT to choose the drive. The LCD will appear as shown (X is the current SCSI ID of the drive.):  
rv I x  
2 3 4 5 6 7  
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Press the NEXT or PREVIOUS button to scroll through the ID choices. Press SELECT when the desired ID is displayed.  
The LCD will appear as shown below. The CYCLE PWR message will blink for approximately 10 seconds and then the  
FastStor will return to LdR REAdY.  
Cycle pwr  
2 3 4 5 6 7  
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Press and hold the POWER button for approximately 2 seconds to power down the FastStor, then wait two or three seconds  
and press the POWER button again. The new SCSI ID will now be in effect.  
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Normal Maintenance  
Cleaning the Drive Head  
Keeping a drive clean is the single most important requirement for achieving and maintaining superior performance. Cleaning the  
head should always be performed as the first step if the CT field appears on the LCD. The tape head may be cleaned once a month,  
or when the CT field appears on the Operator’s Panel LCD.  
Some application packages feature an auto clean cycle. If your application supports an auto clean function, ADIC strongly  
recommends that you use it.  
Note  
ADIC recommends that you use the built-in AUTOCLEAN feature if your application does not support an auto clean cycle.  
However, the tape capacity of the FastStor is reduced to 6 tapes whenever AUTOCLEAN is enabled.  
Cleaning Tape  
Use a DLT cleaning tape to clean the drive heads. A cleaning cartridge, or a coupon for a free cleaning tape is shipped with your  
ADIC FastStor.  
DLT Cleaning Tape  
Cleaning the head should always be performed as the first step if the CT field appears on the LCD.  
Note  
The cleaning cartridge is exhausted after it has performed 20 cleanings. The cleaning tape includes a label with 20 small boxes  
printed on it. Always place a check mark in a box each time the tape performs a cleaning. Replace the cleaning cartridge when  
it has performed 20 cleanings (all boxes will be checked).  
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The following table tells you when to use the cleaning tape:  
If . . .  
It means . . .  
You should . . .  
The drive head needs cleaning or the Use the cleaning tape to clean the drive  
1. The CT field appears on the  
tape is bad  
head.  
Operator’s Panel LCD  
When cleaning is complete, log the cleaning  
onto the label.  
The data cartridge may be damaged  
Back up the data from this cartridge onto  
another cartridge, it may be damaged. A  
damaged cartridge may cause unnecessary  
use of the cleaning cartridge.  
2. A data cartridge causes the CT  
field to appear on the Operator’s  
Panel LCD  
Cleaning was not accomplished  
because the cleaning tape has  
exhausted all cleaning cycles.  
Replace the cleaning cartridge.  
3. The CT field re-appears after  
performing a cleaning and  
reloading the data cartridge.  
OR  
The data cartridge may be damaged  
Back up the data from this cartridge onto  
another cartridge, it may be damaged. A  
damaged cartridge may cause unnecessary  
use of the cleaning cartridge.  
Drive Head Cleaning Procedure  
The following procedure is to be used only if your application does not support an auto clean cycle and you choose not to use the  
AUTOCLEAN feature (refer to Chapter 4 for a detailed description of the AUTOCLEAN feature), or the CLEAN dRV function  
under the DIAGNOSTICS MENU (refer to Chapter 4 for a detailed description of the CLEAN dRV function).  
Manually Cleaning the Drive Head  
Notes  
To initiate the cleaning cycle manually you must be aware of the present state of the FastStor and the drive that you wish  
to clean. The drive and storage slot 2 must be empty.  
If a cartridge is present in the drive, you must first use the Mode 1B - EJECT dRV operation to remove the cartridge. If  
necessary, manually remove the data cartridge from slot 2. You can then proceed with these instructions.  
Caution  
Cleaning cartridges are considerably more abrasive to the drive's recording  
head than standard data cartridges. Usage should be kept within the  
recommended limits.  
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Open the front door of the FastStor.  
Insert the cleaning cartridge into an empty storage slot.  
Use Mode 1A – LOAd dRV to load the cleaning tape into the drive.  
The cleaning cycle will be performed. When cleaning is completed, perform the following instructions:  
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Use Mode 1B – EJECT dRV to unload the cleaning tape from the drive and place it back in the storage slot.  
Remove the cleaning cartridge and check a usage box on the label.  
To resume normal operation, close the door and lock it.  
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Cleaning the Enclosure  
The outside of the enclosure can be cleaned with a damp towel. If you use a liquid all-purpose cleaner, apply it to the towel. Do not  
directly spray the enclosure.  
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Troubleshooting and Diagnostics  
This Chapter …  
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contains some general suggestions to aid you in solving problems – should you ever run into them.  
includes information on error codes and the built-in diagnostics.  
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Installation Problems  
Usually, problems encountered during the installation of your FastStor are caused by improper SCSI bus configuration, application  
software configuration errors or by an OS that has not been correctly configured. If the application software that you are attempting  
to use is not communicating with your library after installation, check the following:  
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SCSI IDs: Make sure that the IDs you selected for the FastStor robotics and tape drive are not the same as the ID used by any  
other SCSI device on that bus, including the host SCSI adapter card.  
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SCSI Cabling: Verify that all SCSI cables are securely connected at both ends and that the bail locks are secured. Also,  
check the length and integrity of your SCSI cabling. The total length of all cables connected to a SCSI bus must not exceed 3  
meters (9.8 feet) for SE configurations, 12 meters (39.4 feet) for LVD/SE configurations, and 25 meters (82 feet) for HVD  
configurations. Try replacing suspected cables with known good cables.  
Note  
The length of the FastStor internal SCSI cables is 1 foot. This length must be included in any calculations of cable length.  
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Termination: Check that all SCSI buses are properly terminated.  
Compatibility: Ensure that your FastStor and its tape drive are compatible with the SCSI adapter card and application  
software you plan to use.  
Note  
For a list of compatible SCSI adapters and application software, check with your application software vendor.  
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SCSI Adapter Card Installation: Verify that you have installed your SCSI adapter card correctly. Refer to the  
documentation that came with your card for installation and troubleshooting instructions. Pay particular attention to any steps  
describing the settings of various jumpers and/or switches on the card. Check that the card is seated fully in your computers  
I/O connector.  
Application Software Installation: Refer to the documentation included with your software for instructions on how to  
verify installation.  
Loader and Drive Operational Problems  
Many problems with the operation of your FastStor and/or DLT drive occur when the drive is not cleaned on request or when you  
use incorrect data cartridges. If you have been successfully operating the application software and the FastStor in the past, but are  
now experiencing problems reading and writing data, check the following:  
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If you are writing data, make sure that the cartridge is write enabled (move the write-protect switch to the enabled position).  
If the cartridge has been in use for a long time or if it has been used frequently, try using a new cartridge.  
Check the data cartridge you are using to confirm compatibility with your drive model.  
DIAGNOSTIC MENU  
In this chapter we discuss each of the diagnostic functions available through the Operator’s Panel keypad.  
Note  
The FastStor will automatically exit the dIAG MENU and return to LdR REAdY if the keypad is idle for 30 seconds.  
The DIAGNOSTIC MENU is accessed by pressing and holding first the NEXT button and then the MODE button  
concurrently for approximately 5 seconds. The LCD will appear as shown:  
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2 3 4 5 6 7  
The following functions are available under the dIAG MENU:  
When executed, this function displays the revision of the operating firmware used by FastStor  
microprocessors and the drive.  
dSP FW  
Use this function if your application software does not support FastStor, but does support the  
SIGN ON  
SCALAR library.  
Use this function to change the Mode of Operation from/to RANDOM or SEQUENTIAL.  
CHG MOdE  
This function allows you to verify the functionality of the FastStor robotics. CYCLE TEST  
exercises the FastStor robotics by executing a sequence of pick and place operations, moving the  
cartridges between the slots and the drive.  
CYCLE TEST  
The CLEAN DRV function permits you to clean the drive head manually. Use this function if  
your application software does not support an auto cleaning cycle, and you do not want to  
dedicate slot 7 to the FastStor AUTOCLEAN feature.  
CLEAN dRV  
AUTOCLEAN  
AUTOCLEAN provides an automatic cleaning cycle. Use AUTOCLEAN only if your  
application software does not support an auto cleaning cycle. Slot 7 is dedicated to the cleaning  
cartridge whenever AUTOCLEAN is enabled, reducing the FastStor data capacity to 6 tapes.  
When executed, this function allows you to upgrade the FastStor formware via the SCSI bus.  
LOAd FW  
FastStor keeps track of how many times certain events have occurred. The dSP COUNTS  
dSP COUNTS  
function returns these numbers to the display.  
This function allows you to upgrade the drive firmware using a FUP tape.  
UPG dRV FW  
DISPLAY FIRMWARE  
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After entering the dIAG MENU, press the MODE button to access the dSP FW function. The LCD will appear as shown:  
sp fw  
2 3 4 5 6 7  
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Press the SELECT button to access the dSP LdR FW sub-function. The LCD will appear as shown:  
sp l r fw  
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2 3 4 5 6 7  
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Press the SELECT button to display the firmware revision for the FastStor. The LCD will appear as shown (NNNN is the  
revision number of the firmware.):  
l fw NNNN  
2 3 4 5 6 7  
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Press NEXT to access the dSP dRV FW sub-function. The LCD will appear as shown:  
sp rv fw  
2 3 4 5 6 7  
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Press the SELECT button to display the firmware revision for the drive. The LCD will appear as shown (NNNN is the  
revision number of the firmware.):  
r fw NNNN  
2 3 4 5 6 7  
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Press NEXT to access the dSP MTN FW sub-function. The LCD will appear as shown:  
sp mtn fw  
2 3 4 5 6 7  
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Press the SELECT button to display the firmware revision for the Motion firmware. The LCD will appear as shown (NN is  
the revision number of the firmware.):  
mtn fw NN  
2 3 4 5 6 7  
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Press NEXT to access the dSP FP FW sub-function. The LCD will appear as shown:  
sp fp fw  
2 3 4 5 6 7  
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Press the SELECT button to display the firmware revision for the front panel firmware. The LCD will appear as shown  
(NNNN is the revision number of the firmware.):  
fp fw NNNN  
2 3 4 5 6 7  
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Press NEXT to access the dSP bT FW sub-function. The LCD will appear as shown:  
sp T fw  
2 3 4 5 6 7  
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Press SELECT to display the firmware revision for the boot firmware. The LCD will appear as shown (NNNN is the revision  
number of the frimware.):  
t fw NNNN  
2 3 4 5 6 7  
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Press SELECT to return the FastStor to LdR REAdY.  
SIGN ON  
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After entering the dIAG MENU, press the MODE button until SIGN ON appears on the LCD:  
Sign on  
2 3 4 5 6 7  
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Press the SELECT button to display the current sign on string.  
Press the NEXT or PREVIOUS button to toggle the sign on string between FASTSTOR and SCALAR.  
Press the SELECT button to return the FastStor to LdR REAdY.  
CHANGE MODE  
Your FastStor is capable of operating in either Random-Access or Sequential-Access modes.  
When in Random-Access mode, the FastStor allows software selection of any data cartridge in any order. You can logically divide  
cartridge usage to satisfy particular data storage needs. For example, you can assign one or more cartridges to specific data  
functions (such as certain directories or network servers), or you can assign specific cartridges to individual users or groups (such  
as Sales or Engineering).  
When in Sequential-Access mode, all cartridges present are considered to be a single volume. The FastStor operating firmware  
predefines the selection of the cartridges. After initialization, the firmware will always load the first cartridge found (counting from  
1 through 7) into the drive. After the application software has filled this cartridge the FastStor will automatically unload the drive,  
return the cartridge to its storage slot, and then load the next cartridge in order. Empty storage slots are ignored. FastStor will  
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continue this process until the volume is full. It is important to note that while in Sequential-Access mode, the FastStor robotics is  
not logically connected to the SCSI bus and does not respond to SCSI commands.  
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After entering the dIAG MENU, press the MODE button until CHG MOdE appears on the LCD:  
Chg mo e  
2 3 4 5 6 7  
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Press the SELECT button to display the current mode.  
Press the NEXT or PREVIOUS button to toggle the mode between SEQUENTIAL and RANDOM.  
Press the SELECT button. CYCLE PWR will blink and appear on the LCD for approximately 10 seconds.  
Press and hold the POWER button for two seconds to power down the FastStor.  
Wait a few seconds, then press the POWER button again to power up the FastStor.  
When in Sequential-Access mode, the FastStor replaces the LdR REAdY message with a SEQ REAdY message.  
If you press MODE when the FastStor is in Sequential-Access mode, a STOP SEQ menu will appear on the LCD. Pressing  
SELECT while in this menu will cause a SEQ ENdING message to replace the LdR REAdY message and Sequential mode will  
finish after the currently loaded cartridge is unloaded. Pressing MODE after the cartridge is unloaded will cause FastStor to enter  
the normal menu structure.  
When the SEQ ENdING message is displayed, pressing MODE before the current cartridge is unloaded will cause a RESUME  
SEQ menu to be displayed. Pressing SELECT while in this menu will cause the previous STOP SEQ request to be canceled and  
Sequential mode will continue with the current cartridge as if STOP SEQ had never been requested.  
When the last cartridge in the volume has been filled, a SEQ dONE message will replace the SEQ REAdY message.  
When the SEQ dONE message is displayed, pressing MODE will cause a START SEQ menu to be displayed. Pressing SELECT  
while in this menu will cause Sequential mode to restart. Pressing MODE while in this menu will cause FastStor to enter the  
normal menu structure.  
CYCLE TEST  
Notes  
Before executing CYCLE TEST, verify that the drive is empty. If necessary, use Mode 1B – EJECT DRIVE, to remove any  
cartridge from the drive.  
Before executing CYCLE TEST, verify that all seven cartridge slots have tapes installed. If required, install additional  
cartridges.  
If AUTOCLEAN is enabled and a cleaning tape is in slot 7, CYCLE TEST will not use slot 7 during the test.  
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After entering the dIAG MENU, press the MODE button until CYCLE TEST appears on the LCD:  
Cycle TEST  
1 2 3 4 5 6 7  
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Press SELECT to initiate the CYCLE TEST function. The following will appear on the LCD:  
CycleS  
1 2 3 4 5 6 7  
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Press the NEXT button to cycle through the number of desired cycles.  
Press SELECT when the desired number of cycle tests is displayed.  
Notes  
If you want the FastStor to execute CYCLE TEST continually, press PREVIOUS until CYCLES 0 is displayed.  
Press SELECT to execute continuous CYCLE TEST.  
To terminate contimuous CYCLE TEST, press and hold MODE for approximately 10 seconds.  
During CYCLE TEST execution, FastStor moves the cartridges from one slot to another, and places each cartridge into the drive  
When CYCLE TEST is completed, your FastStor will return to LdR REAdY.  
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CLEAN DRIVE  
The following procedure is to be used only if your application does not support an auto clean cycle and you choose not to use  
the FastStor AUTOCLEAN feature.  
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After entering the dIAG MENU, press the MODE button until CLEAN dRIVE appears on the LCD:  
CLEAN RV  
2 3 4 5 6 7  
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Press the SELECT button to begin the drive head cleaning process. The LCD will display the following blinking message:  
Ct 2 (Sel)  
2 3 4 5 6 7  
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If necessary, place a cleaning tape in slot 2 then press SELECT. FastStor will move the cleaning tape to the drive and  
cleaning will begin. During cleaning the following message will be displayed on the LCD, and the Activity Bars will indicate  
the drive activity.  
Clea2ning  
2 3 4 5 6 7  
Notes  
If you press SELECT before placing the cleaning cartridge in slot 2, FastStor will continue to display the above message.  
If a data cartridge is in slot 2 and you press SELECT, FastStor will treat it like a cleaning cartridge and move it to the  
drive.  
If a cartridge is in the drive when you press SELECT, a dRIVE FULL error will be posted. Clear the error by pressing the  
MODE button. Use the EJECT dRV mode to remove the cartridge from the drive, then start the cleaning process again.  
When the cleaning process is complete, the drive will automatically eject the cartridge, and FastStor will place it back in slot  
2. The following blinking message will then be displayed on the LCD:  
RMV 2 (Sel)  
2 3 4 5 6 7  
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Remove the cleaning cartridge from slot 2, then press the SELECT button to return FastStor to LdR REAdY.  
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AUTOCLEAN  
The AUTOCLEAN function is for use with application software that does not support automated cleaning of the drive head.  
Applications that support automated cleaning manage tape location and use, including that of the cleaning cartridge. Do not use the  
AUTOCLEAN function if your application software supports automated cleaning cycles.  
Enabling AUTOCLEAN  
Note  
The default condition is AUTOCLEAN Off.  
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After entering the dIAG MENU, press the MODE button until AUTOCLEAN appears on the LCD:  
AUTOCLEAN  
2 3 4 5 6 7  
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Press the SELECT button to access the AUTOCLEAN function. The following message will be displayed on the LCD:  
AC oN  
3 4 5 6 7  
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Press the SELECT button to enable the AUTOCLEAN function. The following blinking message will be displayed on the  
LCD:  
CT 2 (SEL)  
2 3 4 5 6  
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Place the cleaning cartridge in slot 2, then press SELECT. FastStor will move the cartridge from slot 2 to slot 7.  
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Notes  
If, when you press SELECT, slot 7 is full, FastStor will return a dEST FULL error message and AUTOCLEAN will not be  
enabled. In this instance, use the UNLOAD SLOT mode to empty slot 7 first, then enable AUTOCLEAN.  
If you wish to abort while enabling the AUTOCLEAN function, before placing the cleaning cartridge in slot 2 and pressing  
SELECT, press the MODE button. FastStor will return to LdR REAdY and AUTOCLEAN will not be enabled.  
If you do not place the cleaning cartridge in slot 2 and press SELECT within 30 seconds, the function will timeout, FastStor  
will return to the LdR REAdY, and AUTOCLEAN will not be enabled.  
The Autoclean function is disabled until FastStor places the cleaning cartridge in slot 7. If power is cycled prior to FastStor  
placing the cartridge, AUTOCLEAN will remain disabled.  
If a data cartridge is in slot 2 and you press SELECT, FastStor will treat it like a cleaning cartridge and move it to slot 7.  
If a cartridge is in the drive when you place the cleaning cartridge in slot 2 and press SELECT, a dRIVE FULL error will be  
posted and AUTOCLEAN will remain disabled. This is also true if the Picker is full when you press SELECT. In either case,  
clear the error by pressing the MODE button. The use the EJECT dRV mode to remove the cartridge from the drive, or the  
EJECT PCKR mode to remove the cartridge from the Media Picker, before again attempting to enable AUTOCLEAN.  
Using AUTOCLEAN  
AUTOCLEAN will automatically perform a cleaning whenever the drive issues a Cleaning Requested status. After completion of  
the head cleaning, FastStor will return the cleaning cartridge to slot 7.  
Notes  
When AUTOCLEAN is enabled, the application does not have access to slot 7, and FastStor appears as a 6 slot loader. This  
forces the application to remap the FastStor. Although slot 7 is unavailable to the application, the slot 7 indicator on the  
Operator Panel LCD functions normally (shows the presence of a cartridge when cleaning is not being performed).  
When AUTOCLEAN is enabled you still have normal access to slot 7 from the front panel, allowing you to recover from the  
error if the cleaning cartridge gets stuck in the Media Picker.  
If the cleaning cartridge is ever in any slot other than 7, AUTOCLEAN will not function.  
If, during the cleaning, the drive issues a cleaning tape expired condition, FastStor will display the following blinking message  
on the LCD:  
CYCLE AC  
7
3 4 5 6  
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To clear the error condition, press the MODE button. Now use the front panel to replace the cleaning cartridge with a new  
one. This will allow Autoclean to remain on. If desired, follow the instructions in the following section to first disable  
AUTOCLEAN, then re-enable it using a new cleaning cartridge.  
Disabling AUTOCLEAN  
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After entering the dIAG MENU, press the MODE button until AUTOCLEAN appears on the LCD:  
AUTOCLEAN  
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2 3 4 5 6 7  
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Press the SELECT button to access the AUTOCLEAN function. The following message will be displayed on the LCD:  
AC OFF  
3 4 5 6 7  
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Press the SELECT button to disable the AUTOCLEAN function. FastStor will move the cleaning cartridge from slot 7 to slot  
2. The following blinking message will be displayed on the LCD:  
RMV 2 (SEL)  
2 3 4 5 6  
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Remove the cleaning cartridge from slot 2, then press SELECT. FastStor will return to LdR REAdY.  
Notes  
If a cartridge is present in slot 2, FastStor will post a dEST FULL error and AUTOCLEAN will remain on.  
The AUTOCLEAN function remains enabled until FastStor places the cleaning cartridge in slot 2. If power is cycled after the  
Media Picker picks the cartridge, but prior to FastStor placing the cartridge in slot 2, AUTOCLEAN will remain enabled. In  
this instance, when power is returned, use the EJECT PCKR Mode to place the cleaning cartridge in slot 7, then attempt to  
disable AUTOCLEAN again.  
LOAD FIRMWARE  
Whenever new firmware for the FastStor is released, complete instructions on how to use the LOAD FIRMWARE function to  
perform the upgrade is included on the firmware diskette.  
DISPLAY COUNTS  
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After entering the dIAG MENU, press the MODE button until dSP COUNTS appears on the LCD:  
SP cOUNTS  
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2 3 4 5 6 7  
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Press the SELECT button to access the first event. The display will appear as shown:  
frt pk ct  
2 3 4 5 6 7  
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Press SELECT again to return the number of times that FastStor has picked a cartridge from any of the front slots. The  
display will appear similar to the following:  
(000000XX)  
2 3 4 5 6 7  
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Press NEXT to access the next event.  
The events that FastStor keeps track of are listed below:  
Front Pick Cartridge  
Rear Pick Cartridge  
Drive Pick Cartridge  
Front Place Cartridge  
Rear Place Cartridge  
Drive Place Cartridge  
Drive Door Retries  
Front Pick Retries  
Rear Pick Retries  
Drive Pick Retries  
Front Place Retries  
Rear Place Retries  
Drive Place Retries  
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Pressing SELECT when the return value for dRV dR RE is displayed will return FastStor to LdR REAdY. Also, pressing the  
MODE button at any time will return FastStor to LdR REAdY.  
UPGRADE DRIVE FIRMWARE  
The following procedure is to be used only when you are upgrading the drive firmware using a Firmware Upgrade (FUP) tape.  
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After entering the dIAG MENU, press the MODE button until the following appears on the LCD:  
UPG rv fw  
1 2 3 4 5 6 7  
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Press SELECT to begin the drive firmware upgrade process. The following message will be blinking on the LCD:  
Ct 2 (sel)  
1
2 3 4 5 6 7  
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If not already installed, place a FUP tape in slot 2 then press SELECT. If you press SELECT before placing the  
FUP tape in slot 2, UPG dRV FW will appear momentarily on the LCD and then the blinking CT 2 (SEL)  
message will reappear.  
The drive will be placed in a “prepare for firmware upgrade via tape” mode. The FastStor will move the FUP tape to the drive and  
the upgrade process will begin. UPdATING will appear on the LCD, the three front panel LEDs will alternate between POWER  
on, ACTIVITY off, ALARM on, POWER off, ACTIVITY on, ALARM off, and the Activity Bars will indicate the drive activity;  
also, the POWER button will be disabled during the upgrade.  
When the update process is completed, the FastStor will auto-unload the tape and return it to slot 2. The following message will be  
blinking on the LCD:  
Rmv 2 (sel)  
1 2 3 4 5 6 7  
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Remove the FUP tape from slot 2, then press SELECT to return the FastStor to LdR REAdY.  
If the dRIVE PGRM message and the error indicator E appear on the LCD after several minutes, perform the following:  
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Verify that the tape is a valid FUP tape and not a data or cleaning cartridge.  
If you believe that the tape is OK, repeat the update process. If the FastStor displays the same error message, call ATAC for  
assistance.  
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FastStor Error Messages  
If, during operation of your FastStor an error occurs, the FastStor will halt the current operation and an error message will be  
displayed on the LCD. In all cases, after removing the cause of the problem, cycle power on your FastStor and try the last operation  
again.  
Error Message Listing  
A description of each of the FastStor error messages is provided in the following table:  
Error Name  
SERIAL RCV  
SRC EMPTY *  
dEST FULL *  
CPU RX ERR  
CPU TX ERR  
SLOT EMPTY  
PWR SWITCH  
HALT  
Description  
Error Name  
Description  
Interprocessor communication error  
The source location is empty  
PCKR EMPTY *  
SLOT FULL *  
NVM SELECT  
NVM WRITE  
dRIVE EJCT  
dRIVE LOAd  
dRIVE UNLd *  
dRIVE HNdL  
dRIVE BUSY  
dRIVE PGRM  
dRIVE dOOR  
dRIVE FULL *  
CT FAILED  
The media picker was empty  
There was medium in slot  
NVRAM selection failure  
NVRAM write failure  
The destination location is full  
The motion CPU is not ready to receive  
The motion CPU is not ready to transmit  
No slot beam was detected  
Drive failed to eject medium  
Unable to load medium into drive  
Drive not logically unloaded  
Drive ‘Operate Handle’ timeout  
Drive busy, cannot unload tape  
Attempt to set drive parameters failed  
Drive door stepper motor limit  
The drive was full  
The front power switch was pressed  
The motion CPU has been halted by a low ACT line  
A cam limit has been reached w/o tripping a sensor  
A jaw sensor was tripped  
CAM LIMIT  
JAW SENSOR  
INV MOV OP *  
REAR TAPE  
FRONT TAPE  
REAR SLOT  
FRONT SLOT  
PCKR FULL *  
An invalid move operation occurred  
A rear tape sensor was not tripped  
A front tape sensor was not tripped  
A rear slot sensor was not tripped  
A front slot sensor was not tripped  
The media picker was full  
Cleaning tape failed to clean drive  
Drive failed its POST  
dRIVE POST  
RObOT POST  
Robotics failed its POST  
* These errors will not appear on the LCD if the error occurred during SCSI interaction.  
Note  
During the FastStor POST, if the CT FAILEd, dRIVE bUSY, dRIVE dOOR, dRIVE EJCT, dRIVE HNdL, dRIVE LOAd, dRIVE PGRM, or  
dRIVE UNLd error occurs, dRIVE POST will appear on the Operators Panel LCD. All other errors occurring during FastStor POST  
will result in RObOT POST being displayed.  
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Environmental Considerations  
For best performance of your FastStor, and to minimize the chance of condensation, please observe the following guidelines:  
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Install your FastStor on a level surface. Do not place FastStor on a carpeted surface.  
If you expose cartridges to temperatures outside the operating limits, 10-40°C (50-104°F), stabilize them by leaving the  
cartridges in the operating temperature for a minimum of two hours before you use them.  
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Avoid temperature problems by ensuring that the FastStor rear panel is not obstructed so that the drive has adequate  
ventilation.  
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Position the FastStor where the temperature is relatively stable (i.e., away from open windows, fan heaters, and doors).  
Avoid leaving cartridges in severe temperature conditions, for example, in a car standing in bright sunlight.  
Avoid transferring data (reading from and writing to cartridges) when the temperature is changing by more than 10°C (15°F)  
per hour.  
When You Call ADIC’S Technical Assistance Center  
Before calling ATAC, follow these steps – which will help you take full advantage of your call:  
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Review all documentation carefully. (Experience has demonstrated that most questions are answered in your documentation.)  
Be prepared to explain whether the software or hardware has worked properly at anytime in the past. Have you changed  
anything recently?  
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Pinpoint the exact location of your problem, if possible. Note the steps that led to the problem. Are you able to duplicate the  
same problem or is it a one-time occurrence?  
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Note any error messages displayed on your PC screen or file server. Write down the exact error message.  
If at all possible, call while at your computer, with ADIC’s system installed and turned on.  
If running on a network, have all relevant information available (i.e. type, version #, network hardware, etc.).  
Be prepared to provide:  
Your name and your Company’s name  
Model number  
Serial number of FastStor (located inside the unit, under the bottom cartridge slot)  
Serial number of drive assembly (located on rear panel, above SCSI connectors)  
Software version numbers  
– device driver  
– archive/restore  
Hardware configuration, including firmware version, date and number  
Type of PC, DOS version, clock speed, RAM, network type, network version, and any special boards installed  
A brief description of the problem  
Where you purchased the ADIC system  
Having this information available when you call for customer assistance will enable ADIC to resolve your problem in the most  
efficient manner possible.  
Note  
In the US and Canada, call ATAC at 1-800-827-3822.  
In Europe, call ATAC at +800.9999.3822.  
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Appendix  
Specifications  
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Drive:  
Type:  
FastStor DLT 4000 — Quantum® model DLT4000  
FastStor DLT 7000 — Quantum® model DLT7000  
FastStor DLT 8000 — Quantum® model DLT8000  
Data Capacity:  
(compressed mode)  
Up to 40 GB per 1800 ft cartridge (DLT4000)  
Up to 70 GB per 1800 ft cartridge (DLT7000)  
Up to 80 GB per 1800 ft cartridge (DLT8000)  
Data Transfer Rate:  
(compressed mode)  
3.0 MB/sec. sustained (180 MB/min., DLT4000)  
10.0 MB/sec. sustained (600 MB/min., DLT7000)  
12.0 MB/sec. Sustained (720 MB/min., DLT8000)  
Loader:  
Media type:  
DLT ½-inch, metal-particle cartridges  
Up to 560 GB  
Capacity:  
Cartridge Change:  
Indicators/Controls:  
10 seconds max  
4 button keypad with LCD menu display, Power button, Power LED, Activity LED and Alarm  
LED to monitor and control system status, diagnostics and configuration  
Interface:  
FastStor DLT4000 — SE or HVD, Fast SCSI, 68-pin HD  
FastStor DLT7000 — SE or HVD, Fast/Wide SCSI, 68-pin HD  
FastStor DLT8000 — LVD/SE or HVD, Fast/Wide SCSI, 68-pin HD  
Reliability:  
Maintenance:  
Drive head cleaning with DLT cleaning cartridge when indicated by drive, or automatic with  
Autoclean enabled.  
MSBF:  
MTBF:  
MTTR:  
Greater than 250,000 cartridge changes (net, drive and media) with scheduled maintenance.  
More than 80,000 power-on hours  
Within 30 minutes  
Physical:  
Dimensions:  
Weight:  
9.25" (w) x 23.25" (d) x 7.5" (h)  
26.5 lb  
37 lb  
Shipping Weight:  
Power Consumption:  
Less than 85 Watts  
Environment:  
Electrical:  
100-120/220-240 Vac, 1.2-0.6 Amps, 50-60 Hz  
10° C to 40° C (Operating)  
Temperature:  
Humidity:  
Vibration:  
Shock:  
5% to 80% RH, non-condensing (Operating)  
90% maximum (Storage/Shipping)  
0.3 g (5-500-5 Hz), Operating  
Tested per ISTA for storage/shipping  
3 g Operating  
Impact tested per ISTA for storage/shipping  
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