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If your HP Tape Deck doesn't power on: 1. Check all power cord connections. 2. Ensure the power button on the front panel is pressed and the green READY LED is lit. 3. Verify the outlet has power by testing with another working outlet. 4. Replace the power cord if necessary.
What to do if no display messages appear on HP StorageWorks 1/8 Tape Deck?
If no display messages appear on your HP Tape Deck: 1. Ensure the power cord is connected. 2. Make sure the power button on the front panel has been pressed, and the green READY LED is lit. 3. Power cycle the device. 4. If the display is still blank but the device seems to be powered on, try to get the device status or error information from the RMI.
How to remove a tape stuck in HP StorageWorks 1/8 Tape Deck drive?
To remove a tape stuck in the HP Tape Deck drive, try these steps in order: 1. Attempt to unload the tape from your backup software. 2. Shut down the backup software and stop the operating system's re- movable storage services. From the OCP, attempt to unload or move the tape to a slot. 3. Power down the unit, disconnect the cable from the drive, power up the unit, and wait until the tape drive is idle or ready. From the OCP, attempt to unload or move the tape to a slot. 4. From the OCP, attempt a force eject or emergency unload operation.
Why HP Tape Deck cannot write to or read from tape?
If your HP Tape Deck cannot write to or read from tape, consider the following: * Make sure that the cartridge is not a WORM cartridge that has already been used. * Ensure that the cartridge is write enabled. * Check that the data cartridge is compatible with the drive model. * Verify you are using an Ultrium cartridge that has not been de-gaussed. * Confirm the cartridge hasn't been exposed to harsh environmental or electrical conditions and isn't physically damaged. * Note that many backup applications do not read or write to cartridges created using a different backup application.
What to do if tape is stuck in HP StorageWorks 1/8 storage slot?
To remove a stuck tape from a storage slot in your HP Tape Deck: 1. Move the tapes from the drives to the magazines using the Move Tape command. 2. Use the magazine removal process to release the magazine and remove it from the device. 3. Manually remove the cartridge from the magazine by inserting a finger in the hole at the back of the magazine.
Why HP Tape Deck device not detected - Parallel SCSI?
If your HP Tape Deck device is not detected via Parallel SCSI: * Check that the HBA supports multiple LUNs and this feature is enabled. * Check for conflicting SCSI IDs. * Power on the device before powering on the host computer. * Make sure the Autoloader does not have the drive off line and that the Autoloader is not running a test. * Attach the device to an LVDS SCSI host adapter/bus. * The parallel SCSI cable length might be too long. Use a shorter cable or remove other devices from the bus.
What does "!" in operator panel inventory display mean for HP StorageWorks 1/8?
If you see a "!" in the operator panel inventory display of your HP Tape Deck, export the data cartridge marked with the exclamation point. This indicates the cartridge is either damaged, incompatible with the drive, or the wrong type for the attempted operation.
What does it mean when both Attention and Cleaning LEDs are lit on HP StorageWorks 1/8?
If both the Attention and Cleaning LEDs are lit on your HP Tape Deck, it's likely due to a dirty drive that cannot read a tape and marks it as invalid. To resolve this: 1. View the inventory using the RMI. Note the slots with tapes marked with "!". 2. Remove any magazines containing tapes marked with "!". 3. Remove the tapes that were marked with "!". 4. Inspect each removed tape for damage, check its compatibility with the drive, and ensure it's not past its usage life. Discard any damaged tapes or those past their usage life.
What to do if cleaning or data cartridge incompatible with HP Tape Deck drive?
If a cleaning or data cartridge is incompatible with your HP Tape Deck drive, ensure you're using data and cleaning cartridges that are compatible with the drive and model of your device and that you are using the correct cartridge type for the operation.
What to do if LCD displays an error code on HP StorageWorks 1/8?
If the LCD on your HP Tape Deck displays an error code, look up the error code, try to resolve the failure, and power cycle the device.
General| Number of Slots | 8 |
|---|---|
| Form Factor | 1U |
| Interface | SCSI / SAS |
| Drive Type | LTO |
| Compatibility | Compatible with HP and non-HP servers |
Details on parallel SCSI, Fibre Channel, and SAS interface requirements.
Steps to prepare the host system for Autoloader installation.
Procedures for connecting parallel SCSI, Fibre Channel, and SAS cables.
Steps to power on the Autoloader and initial configuration.
Overview and access details for the web-based RMI.
Details on configuring system, network, password, and date/time settings.
Accessing diagnostics, firmware updates, logs, and support tickets.
Steps to resolve issues with device detection after installation.
Troubleshooting common operational issues like power and display problems.
Solutions for issues like tape stuck in drive or storage slot.
Explanation of error codes displayed on OCP and RMI.
Step-by-step instructions for removing and installing tape drives.
Procedures for removing and replacing the device magazines.
Detailed steps for replacing the base chassis assembly.
