DLL
Dynamic Link Library. The Microsoft implementation of the shared library concept. These libraries
usually have the îš´le extension dll, ocs (for libraries that contain activeX controls, or drv (for legacy
system drivers).
DNS
Directory Name System. This system allows the library to recognize text-based addresses instead of
numeric IP addresses.
Download
To transfer programs or data from a computer to a connected device, typically a personal computer.
To transfer data from a computer to a connected device, such as a workstation or personal computer.
DPF
Data Path Failover.
DRAM
Dynamic random-access memory.
Drive, magnetic tape
A mechanism for moving magnetic tape and controlling its movement.
Drive Not Conîš´gured
This message occurs during the îš´rst boot after a factory settings restore is run. This message is not a
real issue since it takes time for the library to conîš´gure.
DRV
Drive.
DSA key
Encryption key type.
DSE
Data security erase.
DSP
Digital signal processor.
E
EBCDIC
Extended binary-coded decimal interchange code.
EC
Edge connector. Engineering change.
ECC
Error correction code.
EEB
Ethernet Expansion Blade.
EEPROM
Electrically erasable programmable read-only memory.
EIA
Electronics Industries Association.
EIA unit
A unit of measure, which is established by the Electronic Industries Association, equal to 44.45
millimeters (1.75 inches).
Eject
To remove or force out from within.
EKM
Encryption Key Manager.
IBM Conîš´dential
270IBM TS4300 Tape Library Machine Type 3555: User's Guide