Dell PowerVault LTO5-140, User Manual

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host. The controlling or highest-level system in a data communication
configuration. Synonymous with
server .
I
ID. Identifier.
in. See inch .
inch. A unit of length equal to 1/36 yard or 25.4 mm.
input/output (I/O)
Data that is provided to a computer or data that results from computer
processing.
insertion guide.
On the surface of the tape cartridge, a large, notched area that prevents
you from inserting the cartridge incorrectly.
install.
(1) To set up for use or service. (2) The act of adding a product, feature, or
function to a server or device either by a singular change or by the
addition of multiple components or devices.
interposer.
An adapter-like device that allows a connector of one size and style to
connect to a mating connector of a different size and style. Data provided
to the computer or data resulting from computer processing.
I/O. See input/output .
J
jumper.
(1) A tiny connector that fits over a pair of protruding pins in a connector.
A jumper can be moved to change electrical connectors. When in place, the
jumper connects the pins electrically. (2) To place a jumper on a connector
pin.
L
label.
A slip of paper with an adhesive backing that can be written on and
affixed to a tape cartridge as a means of identification or description.
label area.
On the LTO Ultrium Tape Cartridge, a recessed area next to the
write-protect switch where a bar code label must be affixed.
leader block.
Located within the tape drive, the part that engages the steel pin which is
attached to the tape in an LTO Ultrium Tape Cartridge. Once engaged, the
leader-pin block pulls the tape from the cartridge into the drive.
leader pin.
On the tape cartridge, a small metal column that is attached to the end of
the magnetic tape. During tape processing the leader pin is grasped by a
threading mechanism, which pulls the pin and the tape out of the
cartridge, across the drive head, and onto a takeup reel. The head can then
read or write data from or to the tape.
LED. See light-emitting diode .
Glossary
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