IBM System Storage TS3310, Maintenance Information

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Table D-11. Error codes on the Single-character Display (continued)
Error Code Cause and Action
F
Fiber Channel Error. No Light Displayed if the drive fiber port does not detect light.
1. Verify the fiber cables and connections, between the tape drive and the host, are the correct
type and are working properly. Verify all equipment and devices are powered ON.
2. Verify the configuration settings for the drive are set correctly, and are compatible with the
topology of the network.
3. Verify the host fiber adapter and port are working properly, and are compatible with the
topology of the network.
4.
Verify the fiber channel switch ports are working properly, and are compatible with the
topology of the network.
5. Verify the drive fiber cable and connector are plugged into port-0 of the tape drive.
6. Verify tape drive fiber port-0 is working properly by running “Function Code 6: Run Host
Interface Wrap Test” on page D-32.
The error code clears when the drive detects light, or when you place the tape drive in
maintenance mode.
P
Write operation to a write protected cartridge has been attempted (this includes any attempt to
overwrite a WORM protected tape). Ensure the tape cartridge is the correct media type. Writes to
Ultrium-2 tape cartridges are not supported in Ultrium-4 tape drives. If the tape cartridge is the
correct media type, check the write-protect switch on the cartridge. The drive will not write to a
write-protected cartridge. The error code clears when you remove the tape cartridge or place the
tape drive in maintenance mode.
Resolving Tape Drive Problems
If you encounter problems when running the Ultrium Tape Drive, refer to the table
below. If the problem is not identified, refer to “Methods of Receiving Errors and
Messages” on page D-49.
Table D-12. Troubleshooting Tips for the Ultrium Tape Drive
If the problem is this.... Do this....
A code displays on the
single-character display. The Ultrium Tape Drive detected an error or is directing you to an
informational message. See “Drive Error Codes” on page D-41.
The status light or single-character
display never turns ON. The Ultrium Tape Drive has not been properly terminated or has no power.
If the SCSI bus is terminated externally, try a different terminator or use the
drive's internal termination. If the SCSI bus is terminated properly, check the
power at the power source. Ensure the tape drive sled is connected properly,
(see “Drive Sled” on page 8-43). If the problem persists, replace the tape
drive sled.
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TS3310 Tape Library Maintenance Information