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Appendix A. Error codes and messages

If the drive detects a permanent error, it displays the error code on the SCD and flashes the Fault light

(Ready light is Off).

v Make note of the SCD error code before a cartridge is removed or the SCD error code is cleared.

v If an error occurred with a cartridge in the drive, push Unload to eject the cartridge.

v To clear the SCD error code and power cycle the drive, press Unload for 10 seconds. A drive memory

dump is created.

Attention: If the drive detects a permanent error, and displays an error code other than

, it

automatically completes a drive memory dump. If you force a drive memory dump, the existing memory

dump is overwritten and data is lost. After you force a drive memory dump, do not turn off the power to

the drive or you might lose the memory dump data.

Table 17. Error codes on the Single-character Display

Error Code Cause and Action

No error occurred and no action is required. This code displays when diagnostic tests are finished

running and no error occurred.

Note: The Single-character Display is blank during normal operation of the tape drive.

Temperature problem. The tape drive detected that the recommended operating temperature was

exceeded. Complete one or more of these actions:

v Ensure that the cooling fan is rotating and is quiet. If not, refer to your enclosure

documentation.

v Remove any blockage that prevents air from flowing freely through the tape drive.

v Ensure that the operating temperature and airflow is within the specified range (see

“Specifications” on page 6).

Clear the error code by power-cycling the tape drive or placing the drive in Maintenance mode. If

the operating temperature and airflow are within the specified range, and the problem persists,

replace the drive.

Power problem. The tape drive detected that the externally supplied power is outside the specified

voltage limits (the tape drive is not operating). Complete this action:

1. Ensure that the power connector is properly seated.

2. Turn power off/on the tape drive to see whether the problem repeats.

3. Replace the tape drive if the problem persists.

The error code clears when you place the tape drive in maintenance mode.

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