IBM T200 Ultrium Setup, Operator, And Service Manual

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PrefaceThis guide describes how to install and use the IBM 3580 Ultrium Tape Drive. Itcontains the following chapters:Chapter 1, “Introduction” on page 1 describes the 3580 Tape Drive, discussessupported servers, operating systems, and device drivers, and lists hardwarespecifications.Chapter 2, “Installing the 3580 Tape Drive” on page 5 tells how to unpack and setup the 3580 Tape Drive.Chapter 3, “Operating the 3580 Tape Drive” on page 17 describes the power switch,unload button, and status light on the 3580 Tape Drive. It explains the function ofthe message display and the single-character display. It tells how to insert andremove a tape cartridge, describes methods of updating drive firmware, andexplains how to clean the tape drive. It also lists the diagnostic and maintenancefunctions that the 3580 Tape Drive can perform.Chapter 4, “Using the Media” on page 25 describes the types of tape cartridges touse in the 3580 Tape Drive and defines the conditions for storing and shippingthem. It also tells how to handle the cartridges, how to set a cartridge’s write-protectswitch, and how to order additional cartridges.Chapter 5, “Troubleshooting” on page 39 gives tips for solving problems with the3580 Tape Drive and includes a flowchart that analyzes when the tape driverequires maintenance.Appendix A, “Codes on the Single-Character Display” on page 43 describes theerror and informational codes that appear on the single-character display of the3580 Tape Drive.Appendix B, “Performing Diagnostic and Maintenance Functions” on page 47describes the procedures that you can use to identify and correct problems with the3580 Tape Drive.Appendix C, “Manually Removing a Tape Cartridge” on page 69 gives the procedurefor removing a stuck tape cartridge from the 3580 Tape Drive.Appendix D, “Installing a Tape Drive into a Rack” on page 83 describes how toinstall the 3580 Tape Drive into a rack.Appendix E, “TapeAlert Flags” on page 89 lists TapeAlert messages that aresupported by the 3580 Tape Drive and that may aid during problem determination.Appendix F, “Power Cords” on page 93 provides information about the power cordsthat are used in different countries or regions.Appendix G, “Parts Lists” on page 97 lists parts and supplies that are used by the3580 Tape Drive.Store this guide with your server’s manuals.© Copyright IBM Corp. 2000, 2002 xv|||

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