Do you have a question about the HP StorageWorks DAT Series and is the answer not in the manual?
Run the Device Analysis Test in HP Library and Tape Tools (L&TT).
Verify driver installation, OS compatibility, and system settings.
Decode driver errors, check event logs, and troubleshoot software compatibility.
Verify front panel LEDs to diagnose drive status and issues.
Diagnose issues for off, flashing, or constantly lit LEDs (Clean, Tape).
Use L&TT for Device Analysis, Read/Write, and Media Validation Tests.
Check media, logs, schedule, software compatibility, and drive cleaning.
Verify data on tape, media condition, and drive cleaning.
Use L&TT for Device Analysis and Media Validation Tests for restore issues.
Use manual and forced eject methods to remove stuck tape.
Power cycle, check SCSI/HBA/driver config, and software commands.
Use L&TT to check connectivity to a hung drive.
Power cycle, check SCSI/HBA/driver config, inspect cables, test in another system.
Verify correct DDS media usage and perform L&TT validation.
Examine media for damage and ensure the drive is cleaned regularly.
Address issues from high media usage and flashing Clean LED.
Measure tape drive performance using HPTapePerf tool.
Use L&TT for drive analysis and read/write tests for performance.
Verify drive compression ratio and correct media type.
Understand file system limitations for compressing specific file types.
Verify media loads correctly and ejects after insertion.
Diagnose media stuck due to door issues or repeated eject attempts.
Check tape drive, server, OS, and software compatibility.
Verify driver is loaded and check connectivity with L&TT.
Use L&TT Device Analysis, Read/Write, and Media Validation tests.
Ensure the drive is clean and running the latest firmware.
Access drive part numbers and compatibility matrix.