either inserts a cartridge or presses eject. To determine whether it is a drive or
cartridge failure repeat self-testing using another tape cartridge. If this cartridge
passes self-test the problem is likely to be with the original media. Replace the
defective media.
9. Incorrect Cartridge:
Self-testing cannot be performed if the inserted cartridge is one of the following:
v Write-protected
v Damaged
v Media type that is not compatible with the drive
When the drive has determined that an incompatible or damaged tape cartridge
was inserted, the cartridge is unloaded immediately after loading.
When a write-protected tape is inserted the diagnostic test cancels, and the tape
loads normally, allowing data to be read from it. The LED operation reverts to
normal.
To run the self-test, return to step 1 and use a suitable cartridge.
Types of Tape Cartridges
The DAT 160 Tape Drive uses data cartridges for saving and restoring system data.
It is designed to use only DDS (Digital Data Storage) data cartridges. The
cartridges are identified by one of the following DDS symbols:
The DAT 160 Tape Drive only reads and writes data to tape cartridges that are
DDS-4, DAT 72 or DAT 160 format.
Note: The DAT 160 Tape Drive only supports DDS-4, DAT 72 or DAT 160 tape
cartridges. If any other cartridge is inserted in the drive, it will be ejected.
The DAT 160 Tape Drive has been designed to operate with DDS media that meet
the following standards of the European Computer Manufacturers Association
(ECMA):
v ECMA-288 DDS-4 format
Note: IBM only supports the use of IBM media.
The DAT 160 Tape Drive uses the following types of media cartridges.
Data Cartridge
Use the data cartridge to save or restore programs or data.
Test Cartridge Use the specially labeled 4mm test cartridge to run the AIX system
diagnostics (for information about running diagnostics, refer to
your AIX manuals). The test cartridge should not be used to save
or restore customer programs or data.
Cleaning Cartridge
Use the specially labeled cleaning cartridge (part number 21F5638)
OR
RLHSO522-0
OR
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