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Configuring the A-Series Tape Drive

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A-Series Tape Drives

Configuring the A-Series Tape Drive

A-Series tape drives have a default IP configured to 10.10.10.10 and can be accessed at that 

address through any Web browser or FTP client.
Complete instructions for configuring any computer to communicate with A-Series 

systems and for changing A-Series IP addresses may be found in the 

A-Series FTP File Server 

User’s Guide

 

(81-81800).

To access the drive, type in the IP address of the drive (

http://10.10.10.10

) in the address 

line of any browser. 

The Java™ Plug-in

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The only software required on your system is a browser and the 

Java Plug-in

. The 

Java 

Plug-in

 is the virtual machine software that allows the execution of Java applets.

The Java FTP client needs the Java Virtual Machine to run. This 

Java Plug-in

 is provided 

by Sun Microsystems.
The Java FTP client will install immediately. When you load the Java FTP client for the 

first time, a display window may ask you to download and install the Java plug-in. If you 

need that plug-in you can just follow the instructions on the screen or go to 

www.java.com

 to download it.

If you have 

Java Plug-in

 version 1.5 or later or the 

Java Runtime Environment

 version 1.5 or 

later installed on your computer, you should not need to download new software. The 

plug-in should activate on your Web browser automatically once installed. For 

Mac OS® X, the supported JRE version is 1.4.2 and later.

Note:

If you require additional assistance when changing IP settings, you may 

need to consult either your network administrator or an authority on IP 

policies and standards.

Caution:

Any change of the IP address could result in the loss of the device; 

always double-check that the IP number is entered correctly.

Summary of Contents for A-Series FTP

Page 1: ...ilable in two configurations tabletop and rackmount Follow the installation procedures appropriate to your tape drive see Installing the Tabletop Tape Drive or Installing the Rackmount Tape Drive Refe...

Page 2: ...conditions that could cause electrostatic discharge ESD Discharge static electricity from your body by touching a known grounded surface such as your computer s metal chassis Use an antistatic wrist s...

Page 3: ...on the rear panel see figure 2 Figure 2 Checking the Tabletop Tape Drive The tape drive performs a self diagnostic test called a power on self test POST each time you power it on The sequence varies...

Page 4: ...f cable used 2 Connect the other end to a network switch or router see figure 3 The drive may be connected directly to a computer host network port no external network is necessary 3 Proceed to Config...

Page 5: ...anel see figure 4 Figure 4 Checking the Rackmount Tape Drive The tape drive performs a self diagnostic test called a power on self test POST each time you power it on The sequence varies depending on...

Page 6: ...e 6 Figure 6 Connecting the Power and Network Cables 4 Connect one end of the Ethernet cable to the network port located on the rear of the A Series tape drive and connect the other end to a network s...

Page 7: ...al Machine to run This Java Plug in is provided by Sun Microsystems The Java FTP client will install immediately When you load the Java FTP client for the first time a display window may ask you to do...

Page 8: ...Client The A Series Client FTP client allows you to transfer files to and from the tape drive partially restore MXF files and view the MXF metadata FTP Client Tab 0In the Home page FTP Client is the...

Page 9: ...drive and be presented with a screen similar to the one shown in figure 9 below This screen offers menu selections in the left most column and shows two panes containing file listings for your local h...

Page 10: ...cal PC to from a non A Series server e g Filezilla A Series server to from a non A Series server A Series server to from another A Series server FXP transfer To transfer files select one or more items...

Page 11: ...isplays and the cartridge is ejected If the tape drive recognizes a valid media cartridge containing data that is not A Series compatible a warning message displays 2 Click Yes to start formatting Not...

Page 12: ...d network of resellers OEMs and other suppliers to meet customer s evolving data protection needs For assistance contact Quantum Technical Assistance center North America 1 800 284 5101 UK France and...

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