Hp StoreEver DAT Tape Drives Manual de usuario

HP StorageWorksDAT SAS Tape DrivesUser GuidePart number: DW092-90918 Second edition: April 2010

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1 Before you startIn this chapter:• “HP StorageWorks DAT models” on page 13• “Which operating systems are supported?” on page 14• “Supplied cables” on

4. Ready LED1. Clean LED5. Eject button2. Tape LED3. Drive LEDFigure 2 Front view of HP StorageWorks DAT 160 tape drive.Which operating systems are su

• If the host SAS controller has a mini-SAS connector, the supplied cable may be used to connectthe tape drive.• If it has a SAS Infiniband-style conn

CAUTION:HP SAS cables that connect to an internal port are split cables that contain four data paths, whichnormally support up to four hard disks. Whe

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2 Drivers and backup softwareIn this chapter:• “Install drivers ” on page 19• “Upgrade backup software” on page 20Install driversInstalling on Windows

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Either:Follow the on-screen instructions to search for the required on the CD-ROM.Or:1. Cancel the wizard and insert the HP StorageWorks Tape CD-ROM.2

3 Installing an internal DAT tape driveIn this chapter:• “Make sure you have the correct SAS cable” on page 21• “Prepare mounting bay” on page 23• “At

4. Unused second branch on supplied cable1. Mini-SAS connector to server5. Tie wrap2. SAS connector to tape drive6. Cover on unused SAS connector3. Po

CAUTION:HP SAS cables are split cables that contain four data paths, which normally support up to four harddisks. When used to connect to the host SAS

Attach mounting hardwareIf your server requires special rails or other hardware to install the tape drive, mount them on the tapedrive now. If your se

Install driveCAUTION:Static electricity can damage electronic components. Always wear an antistatic wriststrap if one isavailable. If not, after you h

Supported cable configurationsThe internal tape drive may be installed in one of three configurations:• Connect to a dedicated HBA. If necessary, inst

Figure 6 Selecting the correct cabling option for an internal tape drive.IMPORTANT:You may damage your server configuration, if you follow the wrong i

Option 1: Connect to a dedicated HBA (all HP ProLiant servers and all non-HPservers)The following instructions are valid ONLY IF you have purchased an

3. Connect the SAS data cable to the tape drive, as illustrated below. Connect a spare power cablefrom the server's internal power supply to the

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If the internal port on the host SAS controller has a mini-SAS connector, use the supplied cable. Thisis a split cable, but the second branch is not r

2. Connect the SAS data cable to the tape drive, as illustrated below. Connect a spare power cablefrom the server's internal power supply to the

IMPORTANT:This installation uses the HP SAS split cable to replace the existing SAS cable from the host SAScontroller to the server's SAS hard di

4. Remove the existing SAS cable.3. Rear of server1. Host SAS controller (HBA)4. Front of server2. Cable to be removedFigure 13 Removing the existing

5. Connect the replacement HP mini-SAS or Infiniband cable to the host SAS controller, as shownbelow.Figure 14 Cable routing with replacement HP mini-

6. Connect the SAS data cable to the tape drive, as illustrated below. Connect a spare power cablefrom the server's internal power supply to the

Secure the drive1. Secure the drive, as described in your server documentation. The following diagrams are examplesonly.2. server latch, push down to

4 Installing an external SAS tape drivePlease refer to “Installing an internal DAT tape drive” on page 21, if you are installing an internalDAT tape d

WARNING!The supplied power cord is HP approved for your specific geographic region. Use of a non-HPapproved power cord may result in: 1) not meeting i

3. Connect the SAS cable to the tape drive. Attach the supplied power cord to the tape drive andthe mains power outlet.3. Power on/off button1. SAS co

Connecting the tape drive to an external SAS port ... 385 Verify installation ...

4. Switch on the tape drive (the power on/off switch is on the front panel on DAT 320 tape drives,and on the back panel on DAT 160 tape drives) and po

5 Verify installationOnce you have installed the drive hardware, check that drivers have been installed correctly and youhave the correct version of b

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6 Operating your tape driveIn this chapter:• “Front panel, DAT 320 tape drives” on page 43• “Front panel, DAT 160 tape drives” on page 44• “LED sequen

Front panel, DAT 160 tape drives5. drive LED1. cartridge slot6. ready LED2. power LED (external drives only)7. eject button3. clean LED4. tape LEDFigu

Action requiredCauseLED SequenceNone. This is normal.The drive is readyfor operation.Ready is ON.None.If the drive is upgrading firmware, do not reset

Encryption LED, DAT 320 models onlyThe encryption LED is blue and is off, on or flashing, as described in the following table. The state ofthe other L

Loading and unloadingInserting cartridges1. cartridge slot2. arrow indicates leading directionFigure 25 Inserting an 8 mm cartridge into an HP Storage

1. Press the Eject button on the front panel.1. eject buttonFigure 26 Ejecting a DAT 320 cartridge from an HP StorageWorks DAT 320 external drive.2. T

7 Use the correct mediaFor best performance we recommend HP branded media. Order online at: http://www.hp.com/go/storagemedia.In this chapter:• “Data

Problems with cartridges ... 66The cartridge

Tape drive/media compatibilityFor optimum performance and storage capacity, use tape cartridges that match your drive's format,and normally use o

When should I use encryption?Your company policy will determine when you need to use encryption. For example, it may bemandatory for company confident

Does encryption affect tape drive performance?Hardware encryption can be used with or without compression and without speed or capacity penalties.Does

1. tab closed, cartridge write-enabled2. tab open, cartridge write-protectedFigure 27 Write protecting a cartridge.Cleaning cartridgesYou must use the

Cleaning cartridge requiredTape drive modelYou must use a standard cleaning cartridge, part number C5709AAll other HP StorageWorks DATtape drivesDo no

• Do not verify (DDS does read-after-write checking automatically).• Do not overload the server during backups. Maximize the transfer rate (run overni

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8 Using HP OBDRIn this chapter:• “Compatibility” on page 57• “What does HP OBDR do?” on page 57• “Remote disaster recovery (ProLiant servers only)” on

Remote disaster recovery (ProLiant servers only)The HP Remote Insight Lights-Out Edition (RILOE) on ProLiant servers gives the IT Administrator theabi

2. Hold down the eject button on the tape drive and keep it pressed down while power cycling thetape drive. This activates the HP One-Button Disaster

FiguresFront view of HP StorageWorks DAT 320 tape drive ... 131Front view of HP StorageWorks DAT 160

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9 Diagnostic Tools and PerformanceIn this chapter:• “Diagnostic tools” on page 61• “Performance Assessment Tools” on page 63Diagnostic toolsHP Library

5. Wait for L&TT to scan and find your devices.6. Select the device you want to work with.2. General information about the product and itsconfigur

Performance Assessment ToolsYou can use our free, standalone performance assessment tools to check tape performance and testwhether your disk subsyste

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10 TroubleshootingIn this chapter:• “General Procedure” on page 65• “Problems with cartridges” on page 66Many users can use HP Library & Tape Tool

3. Use the correct media type, for example:• DAT 320 media with DAT 320 drives.• DAT 160 media with DAT 160 drives.NOTE:When using the NT backup appli

• The write-protect switch is fully operational. It should move from side to side with a positive click.• The World Wide Web site for more detailed tr

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11 Replacing an internal tape driveIf your tape drive proves to be faulty and cannot be repaired and it is still covered by the originalwarranty, it w

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Replacing an internal tape drive70

A Connecting an external tape drive to aninternal SAS portIn this chapter:• “Before you start” on page 71• “Remove server cover ” on page 72• “Connect

PCI slotsThe HP SAS cable for internal connection is threaded through the rear panel of the server and requiresa spare PCI slot to accommodate the cab

NOTE:These instructions are also valid IF you have installed a new HBA and it has ONLY internal SASconnectors. Install the new HBA and its driver befo

3. Connect the cable to the spare SAS port, on the host SAS controller.3. Unused connector on SAS cable1. Appropriate HP split cable4. Host SAS contro

5. Make sure the blanking plate is secure on the rear panel and replace the cover on the server.Figure 33 Securing the blanking plate.IMPORTANT:On som

CAUTION:Static electricity can damage electronic components. Always wear an antistatic wriststrap if one isavailable. If not, after you have disconnec

5. Feed the external tape drive connector and cable through the empty slot from the inside of theserver.4. internal connector for SAS HBA1. HP split c

6. Connect the replacement cable to the host SAS controller and attach the other end to the connectorfor the highest-numbered disk bays.3. Connect rep

7. Make sure the blanking plate is secure on the rear panel and replace the cover on the server.Figure 37 Securing the blanking plate.IMPORTANT:On som

TablesDocument conventions ... 91Cabling options with the

Connecting an external tape drive to an internal SAS port80

IndexAaudience, 9Bbackup softwareencryption, 20supported, 20buttonsUnload, 48Ccables, 14cabling optionsconnect external drive by recabling internalSAS

driversinstalling, 19windows, 19Eeject button, 47encryption, 50backup software, 20encryption LED, 46external drivecabling to external SAS port, 38cabl

Rrelated documentation, 9replacing internal drive, 69Ssoftwaretroubleshooting, 66Subscriber's Choice, HP, 11supported operating systems, 14symbol

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About this guideThis guide provides information about:• Installing the HP StorageWorks DAT tape drive• Using the HP StorageWorks DAT tape drive• Troub