User manual QUANTUM MB5

[. . . ] USB: The tape drive should be the only device on the USB hub. SCSI: Connect to an Ultra 160 SCSI HBA or higher SCSI: Use a SCSI cable and terminator For optimum performance use DAT 160 media cartridges (MR-D6MQN-xx) This quick start guide provides basic installation instructions for your internal or external Quantum DAT 160 Tape Drive. For detailed instruction see the Quantum DAT 160 Tape Drive User's Guide, p/n 81-81794-01 A01. NOTE: The DAT 160 cartridge is larger than previous generations of DAT cartridges. Tabletop and Internal Tape Drive Quick Start Guide MB5 External Tape Drive Installation Tech Tip: For detailed, step-by-step installation instructions see the User Guide found on the Quantum CD supplied with your tape drive. [. . . ] See www. quantum. com/support for detailed compatibility information. SCSI Cable and Terminator Power Figure 1 Recommended External SCSI Connection Use the appropriate 68-pin, wide, VHD-to-HD SCSI cable and LVD terminator. Power switch SCSI terminator SCSI cable Power cord Recommended SCSI connection: Connect to the SCSI HBA or SCSI connector on your server. Quantum recommends Ultra 160 or higher. Server 2 MB5 and USB Tape Drives MB5 Internal Tape Drive Installation Caution: Disconnect your computer from the main power supply before installing the tape drive and observe anti-static precautions. For detailed, step-by-step installation instructions see the User Guide found on the Quantum CD supplied with your tape drive. See www. quantum. com/support for detailed compatibility information. Tech Tip: Mounting Hardware Have the appropriate mounting hardware available. Refer to your server documentation. SCSI Cable Use a correctly rated and terminated cable. Power Connection Attach a spare power cable from the server's internal power supply. Figure 2 Recommended Internal SCSI Connection SCSI cable Power cable Server Recommended SCSI connection: Connect to a SCSI HBA or SCSI connector on your server. Quantum recommends Ultra 160 or higher. MB5 Internal Tape Drive Installation 3 Tabletop and Internal Tape Drive Quick Start Guide Completing the SCSI Installation Drivers Drivers are available at www. quantum. com/support. Install or Update Backup Software Always upgrade your software application to ensure it works correctly with the tape drive. The in-box software provides full support for all the features of your tape drive. DAT 160 USB External Tape Drive Installation Tech Tip: For detailed, step-by-step installation instructions see the User Guide found on the Quantum CD supplied with your tape drive. · 4-pin connector inside the computer: You must provide the special 4-pin cable for connecting to a 4-pin USB connector because there are two types of pin layout. Select the correct cable for your computer. Sockets may be oriented horizontally or vertically (see figure 5). · Standard 5-pin USB port inside the computer Use the appropriate cable with the tape drive, not illustrated. Attach USB Cable to External USB 2. 0 Port Use the appropriate USB cable and Cable Routing Kit (bracket with attached cable). Make sure you orientate the bracket correctly when you fit it, (cable on the outside, Type A USB socket on the inside). DAT 160 USB Internal Tape Drive Installation 5 Tabletop and Internal Tape Drive Quick Start Guide Figure 5 Attaching an USB Cable to an Internal USB 2. 0 Port A USB cable B External USB 2. 0 port 4-pin internal USB cable (older-style pin layout) Power cable Internal USB 2. 0 port To server's external USB port (Type A connector) To tape drive Type B connector) Bracket not supplied Completing the USB Installation Complete Installation of Drivers If the Found New Hardware Wizard runs, follow the on-screen instructions to automatically search for the installed drivers. Install or Update Backup Software It is important to check www. quantum. com/support for software compatibility and install any recommended upgrades. The in-box software provides full support for all the features of your tape drive. Understanding the Front Panel LEDs Figure 6 Front Panel LEDs 6 Completing the USB Installation MB5 and USB Tape Drives Table 1 Front Panel LEDs Clean Amber On Off Flashing Description Cleaning cartridge in use Drive does not require cleaning Drive Needs cleaning Description No fault has been detected Drive mechanism has detected a hardware error Description No fault has been detected Cartridge currently in the drive is faulty (damaged or unsupported). Discard the cartridge Description Drive is ready for use Drive power is off, there was a failure during self-test, or a cartridge is not present Drive is busy Drive Green Off Flashing Tape Green Off Flashing Ready Green On Off Flashing Understanding the Front Panel LEDs 7 Tabletop and Internal Tape Drive Quick Start Guide For assistance contact Quantum Technical Assistance center: North America +1-800-284-5101 UK, France, and Germany 00800 4 QUANTUM EMEA +44 1256 848 766 For worldwide support: www. quantum. com/contactsupport About Quantum Quantum Corp. [. . . ] Discard the cartridge Description Drive is ready for use Drive power is off, there was a failure during self-test, or a cartridge is not present Drive is busy Drive Green Off Flashing Tape Green Off Flashing Ready Green On Off Flashing Understanding the Front Panel LEDs 7 Tabletop and Internal Tape Drive Quick Start Guide For assistance contact Quantum Technical Assistance center: North America +1-800-284-5101 UK, France, and Germany 00800 4 QUANTUM EMEA +44 1256 848 766 For worldwide support: www. quantum. com/contactsupport About Quantum Quantum Corp. (NYSE: QTM) is the leading global storage company specializing in backup, recovery and archive. Combining focused expertise, customer-driven innovation, and platform independence, Quantum provides a comprehensive range of disk, tape, media, and software solutions supported by a world-class sales and service organization. [. . . ]