HP DW017B - StorageWorks Ultrium 448 Tape Drive User Manual

6 Verif y install ation
Once you have installed the drive hardware, check that drivers have been installed correctly an d you
have the correct version of backup software, and verify that the tape drive is functioning properly before
you store your valuable data.
1. Switch on the drive and the server.
2. The tape drive will run its hardware self-test, which takes about 5 seconds. If self-test p asses, the
green Ready LED flashes and then shows steady green. If the test fails, the Drive Error and Tape
Error LEDs flash, while the Ready and Clean LEDs are off. This continues until the drive is reset. See
“Understanding LED sequences” on page 74 for more information about front panel lights.
• Ifyouinstalleddriversbeforeconnectingthetapedrive(Windowsonly)
The tape drive should be detected automatically and the correct drivers used. (See
“Install drivers ” on page 19.) If the Windows Found New Hardware wizard runs, cancel it -
you can use Device Manager to check tha t the driver is installed.
• Installing drivers after conn ecting t h e tape drive (Windows only)
If you have not already installed drivers, the Windows Found New Hardware wizard will
run when you power on the ser ver and tape drive. Either follow the on-screen instructions to
search for the required driver on the H P StorageWorks CD-ROM or cancel the wizard and
run the install package from the CD-ROM.
• Installing drivers (oth er operating systems)
Drivers are included with the operating system and should be loaded automatically.
NOTE:
Certain backup applications require you to use their own Tape driver instead of the HP
Tape driver.
3. Verify that the tape drive installation was successful.
HP StorageWorks Library & Tape Tools (L&TT) is the recommended diagnostic and support tool for
yourHPtapedrive. Useittoverifyinstallationandconfirm that your tape drive is functioning
correctly before you use it for backup. It is available free at h
ttp://www.hp.com/support/tape tools.
4. For all operating systems ensure that you have downloaded any upgrades necessary for your
backup application. Check h
ttp://www.hp.com/go/connect for software compatibility and install
any recommended upgrades.
5. Carry out a backup and restore test to check that the drive can write data to tape. Use a b la nk
cartridge.
Windows Backup or Unix native backup applications can be used to check basic tape d rive
operation, but they will not support all the advanced features of your tape drive. We recommend
that you upgrade your software application before running this test.
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HP DW017B - StorageWorks Ultrium 448 Tape Drive Specifications

General

Brand	HP
Model	DW017B - StorageWorks Ultrium 448 Tape Drive
Category	Storage
Language	English

Summary

HP Technical Support

Before You Start

Refer to www.hp.com/go/connect

Connecting the Drive to Your Server

Power Specifications

Drivers and Backup Software

Install Drivers

Enabling Encryption

Installing an Internal Ultrium Tape Drive

Install Drive

Connect SAS and Power Cables

Details on connecting SAS and power cables to the internal tape drive.

Installing External Drive (Internal SAS)

Connect SAS Cable to Internal SAS Port

Steps for connecting the SAS cable to an internal SAS port.

Installing External Drive (External SAS)

Before You Start

Connect Drive to External SAS Port

Steps for connecting the tape drive directly to an external SAS port.

Verify Installation

Verify Successful Installation

Confirms the tape drive is functioning correctly after installation.

Backup and Restore Test

Performs a test to ensure the drive can write and read data to tape.

Operating Your Tape Drive

Use the Correct Media

Data Cartridges

Ultrium 1760 Tape Drives and Encryption

Information on hardware encryption capabilities for Ultrium 1760 drives.

Encryption: Usage and Management

Covers when to use encryption, how to enable it, and key management.

Cleaning the Tape Drive

Procedure for cleaning the tape drive using a universal cleaning cartridge.

Using HP OBDR

OBDR Compatibility

What Does HP OBDR Do?

Explains the function of HP OBDR in recovering from system disasters.

Running HP OBDR

Step-by-step instructions for initiating the OBDR process.

Diagnostic Tools and Performance

Diagnostic Tools

HP Library & Tape Tools

Details on the recommended diagnostic and support tool for HP tape products.

Troubleshooting with Library & Tape Tools

Using L&TT for device identification, firmware upgrades, and testing.

Performance Assessment Tools

Tools to check tape performance and disk subsystem transfer rates.

Optimizing Performance

Troubleshooting

General Procedure

First steps to diagnose problems with the cartridge, drive, or system.

System Installation Checks

Understanding LED Sequences

Explains the meaning of different LED patterns on the tape drive.

Problems with Cartridges

Checks and solutions for issues encountered with tape cartridges.

The Cartridge Is Jammed

Steps to diagnose and resolve a jammed tape cartridge.

Drive Does Not Accept or Ejects Cartridge

Troubleshooting steps when the drive rejects or fails to accept a cartridge.

Replacing a Tape Drive

Disconnecting Your Drive

Procedure for safely disconnecting and removing a faulty tape drive.

Reconnecting Your Tape Drive