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    xS e ri e s Ser v er VXA-3 2 0 In t e rn al T ape Dri v e Us e r ’ s Gu i de Important: Review the maintenance information in “Using a cleaning cartridge” on page 3-3 and Appendix A, “Maintaining the tape drive,” on page A-1, because periodic maintenance is not covered by the IBM warranty . Repairs or exchanges resulting from improper mai ...

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    xS e ri e s Ser v er VXA-3 2 0 In t e rn al T ape Dri v e Us e r ’ s Gu i de  ...

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    Note: Before using this information and the pr oduct it supports, read the information in Appendix D, “IBM Statement of Limited W arranty Z125-4753-08 04/2004,” on page D-1 and Appendix E, “Notices,” on page E-1. First Edition (October 2005) © Copyright International Business Machines Corporation 2005. All rights reserved. US Government Us ...

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    Contents Safety . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .v About this book . . . . . . . . . . . vii Chapter 1. Introduction . . . . . . . 1-1 Chapter 2. Installing the tape drive . . 2-1 Installation r equirements . . . . . . . . . . 2-1 Preparing for installation . . . . . . . . . 2-1 Setting the SCSI ID and termination . . . . . . 2-2 Mounting the drive . . ...

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    iv VXA-320 Internal T ape Drive: User ’s Guide ...

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    Safety Before installing this product, read the Safety Information. Antes de instalar este produto, leia as Informações de Segurança. Pred instal ací tohoto produktu si prectete prír ucku bezpecnostních instr ukcí. Læs sikkerhedsforskrifterne, før du installerer dette produkt. Ennen kuin asennat tämän tuotteen, lue turvaohjeet kohdasta S ...

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    Antes de instalar este producto lea la información de seguridad. Läs säkerhetsinformationen innan du installerar den här produkten. vi VXA-320 Internal T ape Drive: User ’s Guide ...

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    About this book This User ’ s Guide provides installation instructions and information required for ongoing use and maintenance of the IBM ® VXA-320 Internal T ape Drive. This User ’ s Guide contains the following information: Chapter 1, “Introduction” provides an introduction to the VXA-320 Internal T ape Drive. Chapter 2, “Installing t ...

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    viii VXA-320 Internal T ape Drive: User ’s Guide ...

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    Chapter 1. Introduction The IBM VXA-320 Internal T ape Drive is a versatile backup and restore device for low-range to mid-range servers. This SCSI tape drive is capable of storing up to 160 GB of native data on a 230-meter VXA tape. It can transfer data at a sustained rate of up to 12 MB per second. Both capacity and transfer rates are further enh ...

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    Chapter 2. Installing the tape drive The VXA-320 Internal T ape Drive is compatible with several xSeries servers. For a list of servers that support the tape drive, go to http://www .ibm.com/servers/eserver/serverproven/compat/us/ and click xSeries --> T ape Backup Units and look for 25R0045, VXA T ape Drive. See the documentation that comes wit ...

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    Setting the SCSI ID and termination The drive comes with a default SCSI ID of 15. If you want to change the default SCSI ID, install the jumpers on the jumper block (see Figure 2-1) for the ID that you want as shown in Figure 2-2. (If necessary , use flat-nose pliers to add or remove the jumpers.) Note: Make sure you select a SCSI ID that is not us ...

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    Attention: To avoid damaging the drive, follow these precautions: v Use only the M3 mounting screws that are provided. If different screws must be used, the length must be 5mm or less. v Make sure that the chassis is not distorted. (Alignment to the horizontal or vertical plane should not exceed ±10°.) v Make sure that no objects (screw heads, ca ...

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    Updating the configuration For most xSeries servers, the Configuration Setup Utility program automatically recognizes the new tape drive. However , you might have to provide information about your the tape drive after you restart the server . Make sure that the correct advanced SCSI programming interface (ASPI) device drivers are installed to suppo ...

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    Chapter 3. Using the tape drive This section provides information about using the tape drive. Figure 3-1 shows the front panel of the tape drive and identifies the components. Front panel LEDs The tape drive has four LEDs to indicate its operational status, as shown in T able 3-1 on page 3-2. Ready LED Activity LED Cleaning LED F ault LED Eject but ...

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    T able 3-1. Definitions of status light combinations Operation LED 1 (Ready) LED 2 (Activity) LED 3 (Cleaning) LED 4 (Fault) LED power -on test On for 2 seconds On for 2 seconds On for 2 seconds On for 2 seconds Power-on test activity Flashing 1 Off Off Off No tape cartridge loaded Off Off On or off 2 Off T ape cartridge loaded, no activity On Off ...

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    Loading a data cartridge The tape drive uses data-quality VXA tape data cartridges, in various lengths. These cartridges do not requir e formatting or other media conditioning before use. See “Data capacities” on page B-1 for the capacities of the VXA tape cartridges. See “Storage and shipping environments” on page A-2 for storage guideline ...

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    4. Slide the cartridge into the opening on the front of the tape drive (see figure Figure 3-2) until the loading mechanism pulls the cartridge into the drive and the drive door closes. After you have inserted the cleaning cartridge, the remainder of the cleaning process is automatic. The tape drive performs the following steps: 1. Loads the cleanin ...

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    Resetting the drive To reset the VXA-320 drive, use one of the following procedur es: v Press and hold the eject button for 10 seconds. v T urn off the tape drive and turn it on again (do not use this procedure if the drive contains a cartridge). v Use the backup and restor e application software to send a reset. Packaging the drive for shipping If ...

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    Appendix A. Maintaining the tape drive The tape drive uses cartridges with VXA technology for saving and restoring system data. It is designed to use only VXA cartridges. The tape drive is backward compatible only to previous VXA technology media. Attention: For best results, use only IBM recommended VXA cartridges. For a current list of IBM recomm ...

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    v Locate the tape unit away from printers and copiers, which can produce dust from toner and paper . High-traffic areas near hallways and doors can also produce excess dust and dirt. v Record all important information on the tape label. Include information such as the model and number of the server and tape drive, the date, the density , any error ...

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    cases on edge in a designated storage location. Do not stack cartridges on the flat side or stack other items on top of the tape cartridges. Handle your tape cartridges with care to reduce problems. v Exercise stored tapes at least once every 12 months. Run each tape from the beginning of data (BOD) to the end of data (EOD) and back to BOD at norma ...

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    Attaching the cartridge labels Use care when attaching the cartridge labels on VXA tape cartridges. Use the following guidelines for tape cartridge labels: v Use only labels that are provided with the cartridges and place them only in the designated locations. v IBM VXA tape cartridges come with labels attached to them. Do not attach the label on t ...

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    T able A-2 lists the IBM recommended tape cartridges that you can order from IBM. To order cartridges in the United States and Canada, call 1-888-IBM-MEDIA. To order cartridges in other locations, contact your local provider of IBM storage products. For a list of other IBM recommended media, go to http://www .ibm.com/support/us/ and searching on ? ...

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    Appendix B. Product specifications This appendix includes the product specifications and requirements. CRU parts The following CRU parts can be ordered: CRU PN Description T ier 39M5640 T ape drive T ier 1 25R0048 SCSI cable T ier 1 10L5600 Screw pack T ier 1 Data capacities The VXA tape cartridge has the following capacities: Cartridge model X23 T ...

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    T ape drive conditions T able B-1 summarizes the environmental requirements for the tape path in the tape drive. T able B-1. T emperature and humidity specifications for the tape drive Specification Operating a, b Storage c /nonoperating T ransporting c T emperatur e range +5°C to +45°C (+41°F to +1 13°F) -40°C to +60°C (-40°F to +140°F) T ...

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    T able B-2. T emperature and humidity specifications for the tape cartridge (continued) Specification Operating a, b Storage a /nonoperating T ransporting c We t bulb 26°C (79°F) maximum. Altitude -304.8 to +3 048 m (-1 000 to +10 000 ft.) -304.8 to +12 192 m (-1 000 to +40 000 ft.) a The cartridge temperature and humidity must be stabilized in t ...

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    Appendix C. Solving Problems This appendix provides information on solving problems. Server problems can be caused by hardwar e, software, or user error . Yo u might be able to use the information in this section to solve problems yourself, or to gather helpful information you can provide to a service technician. If, after you attempt the suggested ...

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    Symptom Action The tape drive will not eject a cartridge. 1. Determine whether the backup application is preventing media removal. Check for an option in the software that might be preventing media removal, and reset that option. If necessary , use the backup application to eject the cartridge. 2. If you cannot eject the cartridge through the appli ...

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    Symptom Action The LEDs are flashing in an unknown sequence. 1. Clean the drive. See “Using a cleaning cartridge” on page 3-3 for cleaning instructions; LED 2 flashes yellow when the drive needs to be cleaned. Use only an IBM-recommended VXA tape cleaning cartridge. 2. Retry the r ead or write operation. If the drive was attempting to perform a ...

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    Appendix D. IBM Statement of Limited W arranty Z125-4753-08 04/2004 Part 1 - General T erms Part 1 - General T erms This Statement of Limited Warranty includes Part 1 - General T erms, Part 2 - Country-unique T erms, and Part 3 - Warranty Information. The terms of Part 2 replace or modify those of Part 1. The warranties provided by IBM in this Stat ...

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    v any non-IBM products, including those that IBM may procur e and provide with or integrate into an IBM Machine at your request. The warranty is voided by removal or alteration of identification labels on the Machine or its parts. IBM does not warrant uninterrupted or error -free operation of a Machine. Any technical or other support provided for a ...

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    functionally equivalent to the item replaced. The replacement assumes the warranty service status of the replaced item. Y our Additional Responsibilities Before IBM or your reseller exchanges a Machine or part, you agree to remove all features, parts, options, alterations, and attachments not under warranty service. Yo u also agree to: 1. ensure th ...

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    UNDER NO CIRCUMST ANCES IS IBM, ITS SUPPLIERS OR RESELLERS LIABLE FOR ANY OF THE FOLLOWING EVEN IF INFORMED OF THEIR POSSIBILITY : 1) THIRD PA R T Y CLAIMS AGAINST YOU FOR DAMAGES (OTHER THAN THOSE UNDER THE FIRST ITEM LISTED ABOVE); 2) LOSS OF , OR DAMAGE TO, D ATA ; 3) SPECIAL, INCIDENT AL, OR INDIRECT DAMAGES OR FOR ANY ECONOMIC CONSEQUENTIAL DA ...

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    Jurisdiction: The following is added after the first sentence: Any litigation arising from this Statement of Limited W arranty will be settled exclusively by the Civil Courts of Justice of Santiago. COLOMBIA Jurisdiction: The following is added after the first sentence: Any litigation arising from this Statement of Limited W arranty will be settled ...

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    How to Obtain W arranty Service: The following is added to this Section: To obtain warranty service from IBM in Canada or the United States, call 1-800-IBM-SER V (426-7378). CANADA Limitation of Liability: The following replaces item 1 of this section: 1. damages for bodily injury (including death) or physical harm to real property and tangible per ...

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    The number of arbitrators shall be three, with each side to the dispute being entitled to appoint one arbitrator . The two arbitrators appointed by the parties shall appoint a third arbitrator who shall act as chairman of the proceedings. V acancies in the post of chairman shall be filled by the president of the SIAC. Other vacancies shall be fille ...

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    All proceedings shall be conducted, including all documents presented in such proceedings, in the English language. The English language version of this Statement of Limited W arranty prevails over any other language version. JAP AN Governing Law: The following sentence is added to this section: Any doubts concerning this Statement of Limited W arr ...

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    shall appoint a third arbitrator who shall act as chairman of the proceedings. V acancies in the post of chairman shall be filled by the president of the Philippine Dispute Resolution Center , Inc. Other vacancies shall be filled by the respective nominating party . Proceedings shall continue from the stage they were at when the vacancy occurred. I ...

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    IBM reseller , approved by IBM to perform warranty service on that Machine in that country . W arranty service in Africa is available within 50 kilometers of an IBM approved service provider . Yo u are responsible for transportation costs for Machines located outside 50 kilometers of an IBM approved service provider . Governing Law: The phrase “t ...

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    W arranty shall be resolved by the Istanbul Central (Sultanahmet) Courts and Execution Directorates of Istanbul, the Republic of T urkey; 8) in each of the following specified countries, any legal claim arising out of this Statement of Limited W arranty will be brought before, and settled exclusively by , the competent court of a) Athens for Greece ...

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    Consumers have legal rights under applicable national legislation governing the sale of consumer goods. Such rights are not affected by the warranties provided in this Statement of Limited W arranty . AUSTRIA, DENMARK, FINLAND, GREECE, IT AL Y , NETHERLANDS, NOR W A Y , POR TUGAL, SP AIN, SWEDEN AND SWITZERLAND Limitation of Liability: The followin ...

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    THE FOLLOWING TERMS APPL Y TO THE COUNTR Y SPECIFIED: AUSTRIA The provisions of this Statement of Limited W arranty replace any applicable statutory warranties. What this W arranty Covers: The following replaces the first sentence of the first paragraph of this section: The warranty for an IBM Machine covers the functionality of the Machine for its ...

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    What this W arranty Covers: The following replaces the first sentence of the first paragraph of this section: The warranty for an IBM Machine covers the functionality of the Machine for its normal use and the Machine’s conformity to its Specifications. The following paragraphs are added to this section: The minimum warranty period for Machines is ...

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    For the purposes of this section, a “Default” means any act, statement, omission, or negligence on the part of IBM in connection with, or in relation to, the subject matter of this Statement of Limited W arranty in respect of which IBM is legally liable to you, whether in contract or tort. A number of Defaults which together result in, or contr ...

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    Circumstances may arise where, because of a Default, you are entitled to recover damages from IBM. This section sets out the extent of IBM’s liability and your sole remedy . 1. IBM will accept unlimited liability for: a. death or personal injury caused by the negligence of IBM; and b. any breach of its obligations implied by Section 12 of the Sal ...

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    If required, IBM provides repair or exchange service depending on the type of warranty service specified for your Machine in the above table and as described below . W arranty service may be provided by your reseller if approved by IBM to perform warranty service. Scheduling of service will depend upon the time of your call and is subject to parts ...

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    * This type of service is called ThinkPad ® EasyServ or EasyServ in some countries. The IBM Machine W arranty W orld W ide We b site at http://www .ibm.com/servers/support/machine_warranties/ provides a worldwide overview of IBM’s Limited W arranty for Machines, a Glossary of IBM definitions, Frequently Asked Questions (F AQs) and Support by Pro ...

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    Appendix E. Notices This publication was developed for products and services offer ed in the U.S.A. IBM may not offer the products, services, or features discussed in this document in other countries. Consult your local IBM representative for information on the products and services currently available in your area. Any refer ence to an IBM product ...

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    T rademarks The following terms are trademarks of International Business Machines Corporation in the United States, other countries, or both: IBM xSeries Other company , product, or service names may be trademarks or service marks of others. Electronic emission notices VXA-320Internal T ape Drive Federal Communications Commission (FCC) statement No ...

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    T ested T o Comply W ith FCC S tandards FOR HOME OR OFFICE USE Industry Canada Class B emission compliance statement This Class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003. A vis de conformité à la réglementation d’Industrie Canada Cet appareil numérique de la classe B est conforme à la norme NMB-003 du Canada. European Union EMC Dir ...

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     Part Number: 39M5644 Printed in USA (1P) P/N: 39M5644 ...

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