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Preface
This guide describes how to install and use the IBM 3580 Ultrium Tape Drive. It
contains the following chapters:
Chapter 1, “Introduction” on page 1 describes the 3580 Tape Drive, discusses
supported servers, operating systems, and device drivers, and lists hardware
specifications.
Chapter 2, “Installing the 3580 Tape Drive” on page 5 tells how to unpack and set
up the 3580 Tape Drive.
Chapter 3, “Operating the 3580 Tape Drive” on page 17 describes the power switch,
unload button, and status light on the 3580 Tape Drive. It explains the function of
the message display and the single-character display. It tells how to insert and
remove a tape cartridge, describes methods of updating drive firmware, and
explains how to clean the tape drive. It also lists the diagnostic and maintenance
functions that the 3580 Tape Drive can perform.
Chapter 4, “Using the Media” on page 25 describes the types of tape cartridges to
use in the 3580 Tape Drive and defines the conditions for storing and shipping
them. It also tells how to handle the cartridges, how to set a cartridge’s write-protect
switch, and how to order additional cartridges.
Chapter 5, “Troubleshooting” on page 39 gives tips for solving problems with the
3580 Tape Drive and includes a flowchart that analyzes when the tape drive
requires maintenance.
Appendix A, “Codes on the Single-Character Display” on page 43 describes the
error and informational codes that appear on the single-character display of the
3580 Tape Drive.
Appendix B, “Performing Diagnostic and Maintenance Functions” on page 47
describes the procedures that you can use to identify and correct problems with the
3580 Tape Drive.
Appendix C, “Manually Removing a Tape Cartridge” on page 69 gives the procedure
for removing a stuck tape cartridge from the 3580 Tape Drive.
Appendix D, “Installing a Tape Drive into a Rack” on page 83 describes how to
install the 3580 Tape Drive into a rack.
Appendix E, “TapeAlert Flags” on page 89 lists TapeAlert messages that are
supported by the 3580 Tape Drive and that may aid during problem determination.
Appendix F, “Power Cords” on page 93 provides information about the power cords
that are used in different countries or regions.
Appendix G, “Parts Lists” on page 97 lists parts and supplies that are used by the
3580 Tape Drive.
Store this guide with your server’s manuals.
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