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Running the autoloader system test
The System Test option cycles the autoloader through the process of loading, calibrating, and
unloading all cartridges in the carousel. Running a System Test verifies the basic operational
soundness of the autoloader and tape drive. In the DLT VS80 Tape Autoloader, the System Test
continues indefinitely until you press Cancel. With all Ultrium Tape Autoloaders and the SDLT 320
Tape Autoloaders you have the option to Select Cycles: 270, 540, 1080 or endless.
All regular backup or restore operations are suspended while a System Test is in progress.
To run a System Test:
1. Ultrium 960 and Ultrium 448: From the Home Screen, press + or - until Go Offline displays
on the top line of the LCD screen. Press Enter to select. Press + or - until Diagnostic displays
on the top line of the LCD screen. Press Enter to select. System Test will now be displayed.
All other models: From the Home Screen or Main menu, press + or - until Diagnostic displays
on the top line of the LCD screen. Press Enter to select. System Test will now be displayed.
2. For the DLT VS80 Tape Autoloader, Press Enter to begin the test.
3. For the Ultrium and SDLT Tape Autoloaders, select the number of cycles by choosing: Select
Cycles: 270, 540, 1080 or endless.
4. The Test Cycles displays the number of load-calibrate-unload cycles that have been
completed during the test.
5. Press Cancel to end the test.
NOTE: The Library Service menu option is for the use of service personnel only.
Retrieving information about the autoloader
The Information menu provides access to information about the autoloader, including the cycle
count, event log, and firmware revision.
Cycle count
This option displays the total system cycle count, incrementing each time a tape is loaded into the
drive or exported from the autoloader.
To use this option:
1. From the Home screen or Main menu, press + or - until Information displays on the top line
of the LCD screen. Press Enter to access the available options.
2. Press + or - until Cycle Count displays on the LCD screen. The LCD screen displays the total
cycle count.
3. Press Cancel.