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HP StorageWorks DAT 72 User Manual

HP StorageWorks DAT 72
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HP StorageWorks
DAT Tape Drives
User Guide
Installation, Operating and Troubleshooting
information for DAT USB tape drives
Part number: DW022-90904
First edition: April 2005

Table of Contents

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HP StorageWorks DAT 72 Specifications

General IconGeneral
Native Capacity72 GB
Compressed Capacity144 GB
Data Transfer Rate (Native)6 MB/s
Data Transfer Rate (Compressed)12 MB/s
InterfaceSCSI
Form FactorHalf-height
CompatibilityDAT 72, DAT 40

Summary

2 Drivers and Backup Software

Installing Drivers on Windows

Details the installation of hpdat and hp_usbstor drivers for Windows systems.

3 Installing an Internal DAT Tape Drive

Prepare Mounting Bay

Steps to prepare the server's mounting bay, including tool gathering and system shutdown.

Attach Mounting Hardware

Instructions for attaching necessary mounting hardware to the tape drive or server chassis.

Attach USB Cable

Details on connecting the tape drive via USB, including cable options and server port identification.

Attach Power Cable

Instructions for connecting the tape drive to the server's internal power supply.

4 Installing an External DAT Tape Drive

Connecting Power and USB Cables

Procedure for connecting the external drive to the mains power supply and the server's USB port.

5 Verify Installation

7 Use the Correct Media

8 Using HP OBDR

OBDR Compatibility and Requirements

Explains HP One-Button Disaster Recovery feature compatibility and requirements for tape drive connection.

What HP OBDR Does

Describes the types of system disasters HP OBDR can recover from and the recovery sequence.

Running HP OBDR

Step-by-step guide on how to initiate and run the HP OBDR disaster recovery process.

9 Diagnostic Tools and Performance

Troubleshooting with Library & Tape Tools

How to use Library & Tape Tools for standard troubleshooting, device identification, and firmware upgrades.

10 Troubleshooting

General Troubleshooting Procedure

A systematic approach to diagnosing problems by checking the cartridge, drive, host, and system operation.

Troubleshooting Cartridge Issues

Checks for cartridge damage, correct media type, write-protection, and cleaning needs.

Troubleshooting Drive Issues

Addresses problems related to cables, connectors, cleaning tape heads, and environmental factors.

Verifying USB Installation for Optimum Performance

Confirms correct installation by checking USB 2.0 port usage, hub device count, and driver status.

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