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Power connector
Power
switch
SAS cable
SAS Cable
SAS connector
IMPORTANT INFORMATION ABOUT YOUR NEW TAPE DRIVE
For the most up-to-date information about supported SAS HBAs and cabling
configurations, refer to
www.hp.com/go/connect
and be sure to check the details of
the specific tape drive and server combination that you require.
The most cost-effective way of connecting the tape drive to an HP ProLiant server is
to use the split cable supplied with the drive. However, be aware that installation
decisions require a clear understanding of your server’s current SAS configuration.
This option is not appropriate if drive portability and ease of connection are important
to you. It requires a spare PCI slot through which you will thread the SAS cable.
• With some servers you can connect to a spare internal SAS connector on the
SAS controller. This is a straightforward installation and recommended.
• With servers that do not have a spare internal connector, you will need to rewire
hard disk drive bays. In a few instances, you may also lose the use of one of the
hard disk drive bays.
Caution is advised for this installation
. Do
NOT
use this
cabling option, if the hard disk drive bay is already occupied or will be required for
future use.
The simplest way of connecting a tape drive to your HP server is to purchase and
install one of the supported HBAs, see
www.hp.com/go/connect
. This option may
also be used with non-HP servers as long as the third-party manufacturer supports
the HP SAS controller installed in their server.
For detailed, step-by-step installation instructions, refer to the “User Guide” from the
Documentation link on the HP StorageWorks CD-ROM.
1
Refer to www.tandbergdata.com
Before you install your tape drive, always refer to
www.tandbergdata.com
to find
out:
• Is connection to your SAS server supported?
• Can you connect to the host SAS controller or do you need to purchase an
additional HBA?
• If you connect to a new HBA, can you use the supplied cable or must you
purchase an additional cable.
This poster describes how to connect a Tandberg LTO-3 and LTO-4 SAS tape drive
to an external port using a purchased cable.
WARNING:
To avoid personal injury or damage to the server or tape drive,
disconnect your server from the mains power supply before installing the tape
drive. To avoid damage to server or tape drive observe all recommended
anti-static and power-grounding precautions, as specified in your server and
tape drive manuals.
2
Connect to an external SAS port
The following instructions are valid
ONLY
for servers with an HBA that supports
external SAS ports. You must purchase a supported HBA and cable, if you do not
already have a SAS card installed. See
www.tandbergdata.com
for
recommended products. You need a spare PCI slot for the new HBA.
1. Connect the SAS cable to the server
2. Connect the cables to the tape drive
3. Power up the tape drive and server
Switch on the tape drive and power up the server. Watch the boot screen carefully
after installation. Check to see that the new SAS tape drive is listed in the boot
sequence.
If there are any error or unexpected messages go back and check the SAS cabling
carefully.
4. Install drivers
For Windows systems, download the latest drivers from
www.tandbergdata.com
.
For other operating systems, patch to the latest version of the operating system,
following the instructions in the patch documentation.
5. Upgrade backup software
Always
upgrade
your software application to ensure it works correctly with the tape
drive. We do
NOT
recommend native backup applications, such as Windows Backup,
because they do not support the full features of the tape drive and may cause
performance problems.
NOTE:
Some backup applications require you to use their own drivers. Refer
to the documentation of your software application to ensure you are using the
recommended driver.
Tandberg LTO-3 and LTO-4
HH SAS External Tape Drives
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