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9914V 9-TRACK TAPE UNIT

1. 2 3 2 2 3 1 Outside the USA Syst De o eth LR als 2 3 2 2 3 2 Within the USA ue eR eA Goa X XD 2 3 2 2 6 Supply Connections 2 4 227 DC Input Power Safety 2 5 Rack 2 5 2 3 1 Fitting Sequence Using Rack Clamps 2 5 2 3 2 Fitting Sequence Using Fixing Screws 2 9 2 3 3 Fitting Sequence Using Customised Mounting Frame 2 9 Configuration Link and Switch Options 2 11 241 2 11 2 4 2 Control Functions 2 11 2 4 2 1 Displaying Modifying 2 11 2 4 22 Operator 5 2 12 2 4 3 5 2 12 2 44 Digital Data Paths Board 2 12 245 Optional Interface boards 2 12 9914V User Diagnostic Manual CM 1088 Draft Issue K 2 5 Initial Checkout 2 6 Final Checkout Section3 Operation 3 1 Operator Functions 3 2 Controls and Indicators dab CONOIS woe c ao wer d ae 3 2 2 Indicator
2. 4 1 6 5 4 1 7 Program Examples A T Program gece qua Cy E x 4 1 7 2 Programs 04 44 amp 30 in a Stack 4 1 8 4 2 Diagnostics Operation via the Interface 4 21 Running a Program Stack 4 2 2 Running Individual Programs CM 1088 Draft Issue K Preface amp Contents 3 0 AN cA vii 4 3 Program Descriptions and Error Codes 4 5 4 4 Slats Byles 2 59 bere dic RO C Ue e RON Se 4 26 44 1 Status Byte Encoding 4 26 Section5 Routine Cleaning 5 1 Cleaning Intervals 5 1 5 2 Cleaning Procedures 5 2 5 2 1 Access to Path 5 2 5 22 5 2 5 23 Other Cleaning 5 2 Section6 Pertec Interface Appendix A Basic Configuration Options Appendix B SCSI Options Appendix C PCI Options Appendix D Super SCSI Options Reader s Comment viii 9914V User Diagnostic Manual CM 1088 Draft Issue H List of Tables 1 2 1 9914V Data Hales 4 9 ote al
3. B 5 B 1 e SCSI 4 bit Code Compatibiliies B 6 C 1 a Pertec Cache Options PROM 123707 Revision 04 C 2 C 1 b Pertec Cache Options Encoding C 3 D 1 a Super SCSI Options PROM 124610 Revision01 D 2 D 1 b Super SCSI 4 bit Code Compatibilties B 3 CM 1088 Draft Issue L Preface amp Contents ix 1 1 1 8 2 2 2 2 2 6 2 3 1 1 2 3 1 2 2 3 1 3 2 3 2 1 2 6 3 2 5 1 List of Figures 9914V General View 1 1 Simplified Reposition Cycle 1 6 Voltage 5 2 2 DC Power Connections 2 4 9914V Rack Clamp Locations 2 6 9914V Rack Clamp Detail 2 7 9914V Rack Clamp Access 2 8 9914V Rack Screw Locations 2 10 Connector Locations SCSI Interfaces 2 14 Front Panel Controls and Indicators 3 1 Tape Path Components 5 3 9914V User Diagnostic Manual CM 1088 Draft Issue Revision Draft Issue A Draft Issue B Draft Issue C Draft issue D Draft Issue E Draft issue F Draft issue G Draft Issue H Draft Issue I Draft Issue J Draft Issue K Draft Issue L User Diagnostic Manual Am
4. TABLE 4 4 c CONDENSED STATUS BYTES C1 TO C9 5 Routine Cleaning The 9914V requires no preventive maintenance but routine cleaning is essential if low error rates are to be achieved Cleaning Intervals At an installation where the 9914V has not previously been used the cleaning schedule in Table 5 1 should be initiated The tape path should be inspected at regular intervals and the error rates monitored until a less frequent schedule can be implemented The locations of the assemblies are shown in Figure 5 1 Assembly Cleaning Frequency Suitable Cleaner Heads Daily if in continuous TexPads IPA moistened pads or tape cleaner tape motion non CFC equivalent bollards rollers Warning the edges of the sapphire tape cleaner are extremely sharp Observe great care when cleaning Tacho roller As above As above Painted As required Amberclens anti static surfaces foaming cleaner or non CFC equivalent Window in As required Ambersil glass cleaner or loading door non CFC equivalent TABLE 5 1 CLEANING SCHEDULES AND MATERIALS Note avoid inhaling an excess of fumes from any cleaning fluid CM 1088 Draft Issue H Routine Cleaning 5 1 b ii iii iv a b Cleaning Procedures This section describes access to the tape path components and sets out notes regarding the cleaning methods 5 2 1 Access to the Tape Path Pull the handle on the loading door in order to h
5. P e OR S 1 3 1 9 a Tape Lengths uu EES WS VR em oos 1 6 1 9 b 9914V Data Capacities 1 7 2 24 Plug Wiring Outside USA 2 3 2 2 5 Plug Wiring Within the USA 2 4 3 6 2 9914V Power on Sequence 3 9 3 6 3 9914V Tape Loading Procedure 3 10 4 1 Command Line 4 5 4 3 1 4 17 4 4 a Full Status Bytes 011009 4 28 4 4 b Full Status Bytes 100 17 4 29 4 4 c Condensed Status Bytes 4 30 5 1 Cleaning Schedules and 5 1 6 1 Input Pin 50 5 6 1 6 2 Output Pin 5 6 2 6 3 Pertec Command 6 3 A 1 a Basic Configuration Options A 2 A 1 b Basic Configuration Options A 3 B 1 a SCSI Options PROM 123996 Revision01 B 2 B 1 b SCSI Options PROM 123996 Revisions 02 amp 03 amp PROM 124180 01 B 3 B 1 c SCSI Options PROM 123996 Revision 04 B 4 B 1 d SCSI Options PROM 123996 Revisions 05 amp 06
6. 16 77 in 486 4 mnn 19 15 In m P d MOUNT ING POINTS 6 TAPPED 1 4 UNC 227 mn Figure 2 3 2 1 9914V RACK SCREW LOCATIONS 9914V User Diagnostic Manual CM 1088 Draft Issue L 364 mn 14 3 In 8 94 In 2 4 Configuration Link and Switch Options 2 4 1 Termination Power A link is provided on the Data Control board to allow for the position of the 9914V in a daisy chain configuration The link settings are Link Position Termination Power source Away from board edge int internal 5 Near board edge ext external 5V Any other links on the Control board are set during manufacture and should only be altered by trained service personnel 2 4 2 Operator Functions Most operator control options are held in non volatile RAM which can be examined or altered by running diagnostic program 67 This section describes how to alter options which do not affect the operation of the host software or the format of data written to the tape 2 4 2 1 Displaying Modifying Options Run diagnostic program 67 using the following procedure Check that the 9914V is not exchanging data with the host take the 9914V off line Press the DIAG button to bring up the Test 00 display use the tens and units buttons until the display reads Test 67 Press run stop the display indicates as follows at various steps O1 Indicated upon first entering diagnostic program 67 the desired
7. 2 2 2 3 2 4 99T4V Feat reS arx uo ated e AERE Gig la UH A SERE 1 1 1 1 4 Short Form Specification 1 2 Tape Speeds coated XC ERRARE EIC ETE MEN 1 3 1 2 1 1 3 Tape Loading 3x3 oco eek RC UG due 1 3 Operator Controls and Indicators 1 4 DIAONOSUCS Eu ves XA dir RERO E CASE an e Debo 1 4 Interfaces doa A Y Roe Rae ee ic 1 4 106 1 1 4 0 2 HOGS id f orsus ode tres ON VERE M iod 1 5 1 6 3 1 5 148 4 Supr SCO s x Uo RC ROO dida EN Rr eu 1 5 Technical Description 1 5 Reposition Cycle 222 2 Ne BR 1 6 ue poe deo xe qw AE dee eg ie ok CS 1 6 Associated Documentation 1 7 Section 2 Installation and Checkout Procedures Uncrating and Inspection 2 2 1 4 Uncratingthe9914V 2 21 2 Inspection 2 56 oe ge d Biter Ge ce eek dg 2 Preparing for Mains Supply Connection 2 1 2 21 Supply Suitability Checks 2 1 2 2 2 Supply Voltage Resetting 2 2 2 233
8. Close the loading door securely Check that the loading door is fully closed Note whether the clamps are free to rotate and engage the rack frame With a second person to push against the 9914V s mounting frame pull down the deck casting If the rack clamps did not have sufficient clearance at step vi rotate them anticlockwise until there is sufficient clearance and then align the clamps to the released positions of Figure 2 3 1 2 If the rack clamps did have sufficient clearance at step vi insert the 5 mm A F Allen key into each topmost clamp screw annotated 1 in Figure 2 3 1 3 and rotate continuously clockwise until tight Do not rotate anticlockwise because this may mis align the clamp CM 1088 Draft Issue K Installation and Checkout 2 7 viii ix x Figure 2 3 1 3 9914V RACK CLAMP ACCESS Use the same Allen key to tighten each clamp screw annotated 2 in Figure 2 3 1 3 by rotating continuously clockwise until tight Do not rotate anticlockwise because this may mis align the clamp Close the deck casting Check that all four rack clamps have rotated to the holding positions of Figure 2 3 1 2 If not repeat the steps from vi onwards Open the loading door and tighten the screw securing the deck casting to the base frame Close the loading door Note that the fitting procedure involved a total of four rack clamps 2 8 9914V User Diagnostic Manual CM 1088 Draft Issue L ii ii
9. SNS F05 11000100 SNS F05 Error Codes Program 69 Description Error Codes Program 70 Description Error Codes Program 71 Note Description Error Codes Examine Full Status Bytes Program 68 displays all the full status bytes by a method similar to program 67 the display indicates as follows at the various steps indicated upon first entering diagnostic program 68 during this byte selection phase the status byte number can be changed by using the tens and units buttons When the desired byte is displayed press DIAG Typical indication after the desired byte has been selected and DIAG has been pressed This is the current setting of status byte F05 left digit is most significant Press DIAG again to return to the byte selection phase If no further bytes are to be examined press run stop to exit diagnostic program 68 otherwise repeat the procedure for the next byte None Initialise Status Bytes Clears most of the status bytes to zero or where otherwise applicable presets them to the correct value All error logs are thereby cleared ensuring that future status byte contents reflect only future operations None Examine PROM Revisions Displays the installed servo data and SCSI PROM revisions in the form of a scrolied message With earlier 9914V s the SCSI firmware revision must be obtained via the interface Inquiry command None incompatibilities are indicated at
10. After an error press enter to display the density and speed Read Reverse N Blocks Reads N data blocks in reverse while looking for status errors with low speed automatically selected N as set by program 13 failure limits as set by program 24 front panel only density as selected by programs 41 44 01 SCSI or PCI board not detected or incompatible with Data Control firmware 02 IHER status bytes will reveal the cause 03 ICER status bytes will reveal the cause After an error press enter to display the density and speed Rewind Tape Tape is rewound to BOT may be used for positioning the tape prior to running other programs None Write amp Check Filemark Writes a file mark to tape in the current density format checking that File Mark status is seen at the read heads as the tape passes 01 Timeout expired while waiting for block true 02 Timeout expired while waiting for block false 03 No File Mark status 89 No write ring 90 No write current Diagnostics 32 Description Error Codes Program 33 Description Error Codes Program 34 Note Description Space Forward N Blocks Spaces forward over N blocks with the speed selected by program 11 or 12 N as selected by program 13 data content being ignored 01 SCSI or PCI board not detected or incompatible with Data Control firmware Write Ident amp rewind Writes an identity burst appropriate t
11. B15 b3 0 enables synchronous data transfers S SCSI OPT FROM NVR RECOV D ERR REPORTING CODE COMPATIBILITY FAST SCSI WR EOM IN EW AREA S SCSI ID LOOK AHEAD READ TERMINATION consecutive file marks see Table B 1 a FIXED MODE POWER UP DEFAULT conditional see Table D 1 b TABLE D 1 a SUPER SCSI OPTIONS PROM 124610 revision 01 1 enss ye19 8801 WO suondo 1555 4edns Code Bit Settings Application B15b4 B14b2 B14b1 Bi4b0 1 1 1 1 1 IBM 9348 1 1 1 0 2 STK std 1 1 0 1 3 M4 Data std 1 0 1 0 6 M4 Data old std 0 1 1 1 9 HP 9000 0 1 1 0 10 HP Mode A 0 0 1 1 13 Kennedy 1 15 HP Mode C x reserved Important the IBM HP and Kennedy drives are not exactly emulated Operational Notes Interfaces with RS 6000 systems If synchronous working is available SDTR is initiated If a command is sent to a non existent LUN Check Condition will be sent with sense key 05 Illegal Request Unit Attention is set after power up and after 9914 comes ready for the first time As per M4 Data s SCSI User Manual As 3 except Inquiry data contains the on board PROM part number Interfaces with the HP 9000 series As 2 except accepts all motion commands and holds Disconnects if LUN is rewinding 2 sets CC Not Ready Test Unit Ready returns Good Status immediately if LUN is online and rewinding The HP Read Log command is enabled Front panel selection of variable fixed mode is e
12. Program stacks containing between 1 and 30 programs may be entered and run by the host This is initiated by the host issuing a Diagnostic Stack Entry command Table 6 3 The command immediately clears the current stack the host may then follow with it s tailored stack of program numbers The user should be aware that 25 equates to 32 therefore only programs 00 to 31 may be entered via the Pertec interface 4 4 9914V User Diagnostic Manual CM 1088 Draft Issue L 4 3 The five encoded command lines are used for transmitting program numbers weighted as in Table 4 1 to the 9914V The IGO signal is used to strobe the command and subsequent program numbers into the 9914V the IDBY line goes true for 500 us for each program number received by the 9914V Command line IERASE IEDIT IWFM IWRITE IREV Line weight 24 23 2 21 20 TABLE 4 1 COMMAND LINE WEIGHTING When the last number has been entered program 02 must then be entered to run the tailored stack in the same sequential order as the programs were entered Note the Company have avoided the provision of extra command lines for operating the 9914V diagnostics by using previously unused combinations to provide additional commands for diagnostic program operation 4 2 2 Running Individual Programs A single program is merely a special case of a stack ie a stack of one the method of the previous paragraph therefore applies If a confidence check is required the host gives
13. The 9914V is a 9 Track Tape Unit packaged in a vertical format featuring quad density and suitable for mounting in a shallow 19 inch rack It is a derivative of the well proven and highly regarded 9914 tape unit with its GCR capability and optional buffered interfaces The 9914V has an easy loading tape system which will accept reel sizes from 6 to 10 5 inches diameter The tape is visible through the loading door at the front of the 9914V so that the operator can verify tape tension and tape motion Routine cleaning is facilitated by opening the loading door to gain access to the tape path components The optional interfaces are SCSI Super SCSI or buffered Pertec Cache their connections to the host computer are made at the rear of the 9914V 9914V Features 42 ips and 125 ips streaming interface selectable Up to 270 MByte unformatted data capacity All four IBM compatible tape data formats to ANSI ECMA specifications Integral unit no external boxes for any data format or interface 8 character alphanumeric display for easy operator interpretation Three levels of micro diagnostics power on operator and host host diagnostics via either Pertec or either SCSI interface Auto threading actuated by door closure or from the operator s panel Occupies less than 10 inches rack depth FIGURE 1 1 9914V GENERAL VIEW CM 1088 Draft Issue L Introduction 1 1 1 1 1 Short Form Specification Reels Tape Tape Tension Format
14. The operator may use diagnostic mode to run a range of internal diagnostic programs which are suitable for assurance of machine integrity and for first line diagnosis of faults These programs may be selected from a program suite to include full data tests with or without tape motion Diagnostic programs can be run individually grouped together or looped Special Status Byte registers are allocated for error logging status and diagnostic information the operator may display these bytes using the front panel controls The host computer may also call diagnostic programs individually stacked or looped by special commands across the interface Diagnostic results are available to the host computer by using Request Status type commands to acquire status bytes via the interface Read Data lines The status bytes are tabulated in Section 4 and described in detail in the 9914V Product Specification The diagnostic programs and error messages are described in Section 4 an overview of the available features is set out below Power on health check Front panel or host operation 8 character alpha numeric display of status and fault code Simple dual operation of control buttons Run pass fail indication Dedicated program stack tailored stack or program looping Error logging facility report on request by host computer Interfaces The 9914V may operate with one of several interfaces 1 6 1 Industry Standard The unbuffered Enhanced Pertec i
15. it is recommended that the cable length be kept to a minimum to reduce voltage drops If crimp connections are used care should be taken to ensure that the wire diameter insulation thickness terminator and crimp tool are all compatible It is suggested that the ground connection is made using an 8 32 or M4 size ring tag and it is recommended that the shakeproof washers supplied be fitted one on either side of the ring tag When the connections have been made it is recommended that the cables be secured by means of the cable tie which is fitted to the rear of the unit for strain relief DC Power Leads 6 3 nn Spade Connectors gt Qm 8 32 supplied the customer Ground Figure 2 2 6 DC POWER CONNECTIONS 2 4 9914V User Diagnostic Manual CM 1088 Draft Issue K 2 3 b iii 2 2 7 DC Input Power Safety In order to meet the safety requirements of BS 7002 or EN 60950 for a class 1 machine a safety earth must be fitted to the terminal marked with the fir tree sign shown in Table 2 2 4 and defined in No 5019a of IEC Publication 417 The dc power input hardware has been designed so that when the connecting cable ends are fitted with compatible insulating boots and pushed fully home when installed the installer cannot touch non ELV parts of the power system Where the dc 9914V is run from a mains derived supply the installer must ensure that the dc supply conforms to the is
16. 0 0 1 Default density blank tape 0 1 1 0 Default density alien format 1 0 1 1 No assigned meaning 1 1 F10 NO IDENT NO ARA NO ARA ID EXP OF DENSITY F11 UNCER GCR STATUS 1 GCR STATUS 2 F13 reserved F14 DENSITY SOURCE see below F15 DENSITY SELECTED IDENT BYTE 1 see below F16 BASE MODEL TYPE IDENT BYTE 2 see Section 4 4 1 2 TRACK ERROR 1600 bpi PE 8200 bpi PE 800 bpi NRZ 6250 bpi GCR IDENT WRT ARA WRT ARA ID WRT CONFIG 1 TRACK CRC GROUP RCHAR ERROR ERROR ERROR FORMAT FORMAT ERROR 1 ERROR 2 DENSITY MISMATCH 6250 bpi 1600 bpi SCSI or PCI FITTED reserved TABLE 4 4 b FULL STATUS BYTES 10 TO 17 0 v jenuew onsouDelq Jes 1 Av 166 enss ye1q 8801 WO C1 2 WRITE ERR LOG 2 2 C2 7 2 6 2 5 2 4 READ ERR LOG C3 2 6 2 5 2 4 DIAG PROG No C4 7 2 4 VPE 2 6 2 5 2 5 DIAG ERR CODE C5 TIE7 TIE 6 TIE 5 TIE 4 TRACK IN ERR C6 0 IDENT CER H ERR PE GCR always FOUND C6 1 HARD ERR NRZ always C7 RWFAIL INCOMPLETE REJECT BLANK DENSITY FILE MARK SUPP TO C6 TAPE ERROR LAST BLOCK F8 DENSITY SOURCE DATA GLITCH GAP IN DENSITY NO BLOCK R A W DATA EXTRA STATUS see byte F14 MISMATCH EOT EARLY F9 DENSITIES LIMIT TIE2 LRCE CRCE VPE NOT WRITING INTERFACE WRT PARITY FALSE POSTAMBLE PREAMBLE 2 2 2 2 2 2 TE EOT 3200 bpi densities available DENSITY SELECTED 1600 bpi see byte F15
17. 110 V the input voltage setting should be changed to 100 V Changing the Voltage Setting disconnect the supply lead from the input socket insert a 5 mm flat bladed screwdriver where illustrated in Figure 2 2 2 and hinge the panel open withdraw the barrel shaped voltage selector mechanism and re insert with the new voltage facing outwards do not attempt to rotate the selector barrel in situ withdraw the fuse holder and install the new fuse referring to b below to ensure the correct rating Supply Fuse Rating Littelfuse type 313 is suitable For 100 120 V settings FS1 is a 1 25 4 A slow blow For 220 240 V settings FS1 is a 1 25 2 A slow blow SCREWDRIVER SLOT VOLTAGE RANGE FUSE CARRIER FIGURE 2 2 2 VOLTAGE SETTING 2 2 9914V User Diagnostic Manual CM 1088 Draft Issue H 2 2 3 Wiring the Supply Plug Warning the 9914V must be earthed The moulded IEC socket on the supply lead fits a chassis mounted plug located at the rear of the 9914V When the other end of the supply lead is unterminated a suitable plug must be attached As the colours of the cores in the 9914V mains lead may not correspond with the coloured markings identifying the terminals in your plug the following sections relate core colour to pin identification 2 2 4 Outside the USA Connect the cores as tabulated in Table 2 2 4 Core which is coloured Must be connected to the terminal in the plug which is green and yellow
18. Erase Fixed Length 0 1 1 0 1 Reserved 0 1 1 1 0 Security Erase To EOT 0 1 1 1 1 Read Reverse Normal 1 0 0 0 0 Space Reverse 1 0 0 0 1 Reserved 1 0 0 1 0 File Search Reverse 1 0 1 0 0 File Search Reverse Ignore Data 1 0 1 0 1 Access Condensed Sense Bytes 1 1 0 1 1 Access Full Sense Bytes 1 1 0 1 0 Dedicated Diagnostic Test 1 1 1 1 0 Set Density to 800 bpi NRZ 1 1 0 0 1 Set Density to 1600 bpi PE 0 0 1 1 1 Set Density to 3200 bpi PE note 1 1 0 1 1 1 Set Density to 6250 bpi GCR 1 1 0 0 0 Diagnostic Stack Entry 1 1 1 1 1 Notes 1 If bit 4 of config byte 16 is set this code changes from select 3200 to select 6250 3200 bpi is then not available 2 When the Pertec Cache Interface is used there are additional cache specific commands which are set out in the Pertec Cache Interface Product Description TABLE 6 3 PERTEC COMMAND CODING CM 1088 Draft Issue L Pertec Interface 6 3 This page has no technical content 9914V User Diagnostic Manual CM 1088 Draft Issue H Basic Configuration Options This appendix tabulates the basic 9914V configuration options which are present in every 9914V whether unbuffered Pertec standard SCSI cache or Super SCSI Other appendices tabulate the options which are specific to the special interfaces men tioned above CM 1088 Draft Issue H Basic Configuration Options A 1 enuen onsouBeig 18SN AVL66 1 enss yea 8801 WO Meaning DNSDIS 1
19. German Post Office has been notified that this equipment has been introduced into the market and is granted the right to type test the equipment for compliance with the moi reguiations M4 Data Ltd Le pr sent appareil num rique n met pas de bruits radio lectriques d passant les limites applicables aux appareils num riques de la class A prescrites dans le R glement sur le brouillage radio lectrique dict par le minist re des Communications du Canada English translation of manufacturer s declaration in French This digital apparatus does not exceed the class A limits for radio noise emissions from digital apparatus set out in the Radio Interference Regulations of the Canadian Department of Communications CM 1088 Draft Issue L Preface amp Contents iii Spares and Service Centres UK All areas 4 Data Ltd Lyon Way Frimley Road Camberley Surrey GU16 5ET Tel Camberley 0276 63401 Fax 027629785 Telex 858237 USA East West M4 Data Inc M4 Data Inc 3815 N US1 Bldg 118 553 N Pacific Coast Hwy Cocoa Suite B 188 Florida 32926 5949 Redondo Beach USA CA 90277 USA Tel 407 639 6487 Tel 213 376 2385 Fax 407 639 9800 Fax 213376 6152 Telex 910 240 6028 Germany M4 Data GmbH Dreieichstrasse 10 D 6082 M rfelden Walldorf Germany Tel 06105 2941 Fax 06105 25395 Telex 4189555 Other Countries contact local agent in case of difficulty contact the UK spares amp service cent
20. TABLE 1 9 b 9914V DATA CAPACITIES Mbytes 1 10 Associated Documentation The following M4 Data documents provide additional information relating to the 9914V 124654 9914V Product Specification 123489 9914V 9 Track Tape Unit Servicing Manual CM 1089 121780 SCSI User Manual 121789 Pertec Cache Interface Product Description 124658 Super SCSI User Manual The following STK documents provide additional information relating to the 9914V M G8015 A 9914V Product Specification 95 124766 xx 9914V 9 Track Tape Unit Servicing Manual 95 121798 xx 9914 SCSI User Manual 95 121799 xx 9914 Pertec Cache Interface Product Description 95 124767 xx 9914 Enhanced SCSI User Manual CM 1088 Draft Issue L Introduction 1 7 The following documents provide background information on data recording ANSI X3 22 1983 Recorded magnetic tape for information interchange 800 CPI NRZ ANSI X3 39 1986 Recorded magnetic tape for information interchange 1600 CPI PE ANSI X3 40 1983 Unrecorded magnetic tape for information interchange 9 track 800 bpi NRZ 1600 bpi PE amp 6250 bpi GCR ANSI X3 54 1986 Recorded magnetic tape for information interchange 6250 bpi GCR ANSI X3 131 1986 Small Computer Systems Interface ANSI 12 10 1985 Methods for the Measurement and Designation of Noise Emitted by Computer and Business Equipment ECMA 62 Data interchange on 12 7 mm 0 5 inch 9 track magnetic tape NRZ PE amp GCR The follow
21. by Failure Skip program 17 or to delete previous unwanted entries using program 97 None Machine Integrity Test The operator should be aware that the last program in this stack clears the stack Therefore program 01 should be added to the end of a stack with caution A dedicated sequence of programs to check the functionality of the 9914V which are placed in the stack Programs 73 4 amp 30 are run before some proven pre conditions are set then certain programs are run GCR 44 05 03 19 44 12 05 26 29 28 11 05 26 29 28 DPE 43 11 05 26 29 28 PE 42 12 05 26 29 28 11 05 26 29 28 NRZ 41 12 26 29 28 11 26 29 28 When program 01 passes the pre set parameters remain and the stack is cleared See individual programs If the program is intended to tolerate a few errors use program 24 to set the fail limits otherwise a single error say when reading counts as a program failure Raising the fail limits can allow for dropouts during reading If the SCSI or PCI board is not fitted program 01 runs but omits the data related parts If the SCSI or PCI board is not fitted program 01 should not be run continuously The SCSI system bus must be properly terminated either by resistor packs within the 9914V or by maintaining power on the terminating unit Run Stack from Host Cannot be run from the front panel If called up by the operator No test is displayed Used by t
22. en ew eee we ewww enw ewe eww eww ew ww weer wm ew ew e m 4 TABLE 4 3 1 LOG SENSE FORMAT CM 1088 Draft Issue Diagnostics 4 17 35 Note Description Program 41 Program 42 Program 43 Program 44 Description Note Error Codes Program 45 Note Description Log Sense Data Program 35 is not provided with all firmware revisions in which case No test is displayed when run stop is pressed Allows the SCSI SENSE LUN status trace buffer held by the 9914V to be examined using the front panel display The displayed format is interpreted as follows Display Meaning M table number 0 most r
23. insert the tape reel and then press the tens button The program then checks that no ring has been detected The operator is next requested to fit the write ring and then press tens The program then checks that the ring has been detected Error Codes 01 Ring detected but no ring fitted 02 Ring not detected but ring fitted Program 47 Tension Arm Position Note Tape should not be tensioned for this test Description The display first indicates LIMIT XXX where XXX is a three digit number related to the output from the tension arm position sensor As the arm is moved away from its rest end the LIMIT part of the message should disappear denoting that the arm is no longer at its travel limit and the XXX number should increase until the far end limit is encountered when LIMIT should re appear This sequence verifies that the tension arm output and limit flags are visible to the servo microprocessor Checking the orientation and absolute output of the tension arm is covered in the 9914V Servicing Manual Error Codes None CM 1088 Draft Issue H Diagnostics 4 19 48 Note Description Error Codes Program 49 Warning Program 50 Description Error Codes Program 51 Description Error Codes Program 52 Description Error Codes Program 53 Description Error Codes Tension Arm Damping Tape should be unloaded for this test Displays the fly time of the tension arm between the li
24. loading door operates a sensor when it is closed The threading sequence cannot commence until it is properly closed Caution do not open the loading door after tape has been tensioned If the 9914V is online it will go offline close the door and press LN ONL to restore the online condition Threading and Unthreading 3 6 1 General Before carrying out the following operating procedures users should be familiar with the care of tapes Reels should not be handled by the flange and should always be placed in a canister or enclosed in a protective outer ring when not in use Caution once the tape has been tensioned avoid opening the loading door If the 9914V is on line it changes to off line if tape is in motion tape motion ceases To restore the status quo the loading door must be securely closed and LD ONL must be pressed to place the 9914V online 3 8 9914V User Diagnostic Manual CM 1088 Draft Issue J ii iii iv v 3 6 2 Power on Procedure To power on the 9914V proceed as follows Set the power switch at the front of the 9914V to on 1 If there is no tape reel in the loading chamber the display sequences as in Table 3 6 2 If there is a tape reel in the loading chamber the display begins as in Table 3 6 2 but proceeds from LOCATING to the LOADING stage of Table 3 6 3 Power on fault indications are listed in Section 3 3 1 Display Status Duration 9914V Activity TESTING DIAG Several
25. machined to accommodate the mechanical sub assemblies and hinged to a box section enclosure which also carries the electronic sub assemblies Access to the tape path area for routine cleaning is by way of a hinged loading door revealing the entire tape path when opened The 9914V has a short tape path using one tension arm which returns to a rest position in the absence of tape tension to simplify the tape iacing path The unique supply hub design enables the tape reel to be located squarely and clamped firmly by a simply pushing action When the self threading procedure has been initiated the tape is threaded by air pressure through the tape path taken up on the take up reel tensioned and moved forward until BOT is reached without any further operator involvement The fixed take up spool is of special Company design to enable this loading procedure To gain access to the tape path personnel may pull the loading door handle to open the loading door and expose the entire tape path For access to the data electronic assemblies and the rear of the deck casting the 9914V casting may be hinged forward The card cage may then be hinged forward to gain access to the data boards It is not envisaged that there will be any circumstances when it will be required to demount the 9914V from the rack CM 1088 Draft Issue Introduction 1 5 1 8 Reposition Cycles The 9914V employs long starts and stops while still recording tape with normal in
26. option number which is flashing can now be changed by depressing the units button 5 When the desired option is displayed press DIAG UNITO1 Indicated after the desired option has been selected and DIAG has been pressed This is the current setting of option 05 If option 05 is to be altered use the tens and units buttons to display its new setting otherwise proceed to the next step UNIT 02 When the required option setting is displayed press DIAG to revert to displaying option numbers OPTO2 If no further options are to be changed press run stop to exit diagnostic program 67 otherwise repeat the procedure for other option s CM 1088 Draft Issue Installation and Checkout 2 11 2 4 2 2 Operator Options The displays associated with the operator options are tabulated next Config Byte 01 Duration of density display DNSDIS 1 Density displayed until run stop tens pressed DNSDIS 0 Density displayed for 5 seconds only Config Byte 02 This option has no function on the 9914V model Config Byte 03 Auto on line Aut Open 9914V automatically goes on line after threading has completed Man Open 9914V is on line only after LD ONL is pressed Config Byte 04 Auto load AutoLoad 9914V automatically threads tape to BOT on closing the door Man Load 9914V threads tape when LD ONL button is pressed Config Byte 05 Unit address Unit XX XX is the current unit addre
27. power up Examine Modify Language The language may have been previously set via the interface which may subsequently over ride any setting made with program 71 The current language appears on the display The language of the display messages may be changed by pressing tens next available language units previous language When the chosen language has been selected press run stop to exit program 71 with that language None CM 1088 Draft Issue H Diagnostics 4 23 72 Description Error Codes Program 73 Description Error Codes Prog 74 84 Description Program 93 Description Error Codes Program 94 Description Error Codes Program 95 Program 97 Note Description Error Codes Operator Display Check Causes all the legends and display segments on the control panel to illuminate in turn the alpha numeric display cycles through its character set None Internal Voltage Check Measures the internal regulated voltage lines to ensure that they are operational This avoids having to probe inside the machine 01 412 V 02 12V 03 reserved 04 5V 05 424 V Reserved Allow the service engineer to set internal parameters of the 9914V as described in the 9914V Servicing Manual Examine Loop Count Displays the loop count accumulated by program 18 in decimal None Clear Loop Counter Clears the loop counter which was described in program 18 None
28. program 09 automatically are run The status which is flagged by two dead tracks is determined by configuration byte 07 01 SCSI or PCI board not detected or incompatible with Data Control firmware 0 fault 04 ADP fault 12 Interface command not Write 13 Timeout expired while waiting for block 14 Timeout expired while waiting for command from SCSI or PCI board 15 ADP fault no ICER status on 1 track kill 16 DDP fault no ICER status on 1 track kill 17 ADP fault IHER status on 1 track kill 18 DDP fault IHER status on 1 track kill 19 ADP fault no IHER status on 3 track kill 20 DDP fault no IHER status on 3 track kill 21 NRZ selected 22 IFBY reset unexpectedly 9914V User Diagnostic Manual CM 1088 Draft Issue K 06 Notes Description Note Error Codes Program 07 Program 08 Note Description 89 No write ring 90 No write current Data Channels Check Corruptive The SCSI or PCI board must be installed for program 06 to run Programs 06 does not apply to NRZ density Incorporates self contained tests designed to check the data channel and isolate a faulty FRU by writing data patterns via E E paths through the analogue and digital electronics sections Data is written to tape When there are no errors tests equivalent to program 09 are automatically run The status which is flagged by two dead tracks is determined by configuration byte 07 01 SCSI o
29. running off at EOT caused by either a fault in the controller or program or failure of the EOT detection circuits failure to see BOT reflective marker 9914V fault marker absent or marker too far down the tape Density Selection Interrogation When the recording density option is set to enable operator selection as opposed to host selection the density can sometimes be interrogated and or changed via the DENSITY button with the current density setting indicated on the 8 character display The selection interrogation methods and rules are described next After power on checks When the power on checks have finished the density defaults to the setting in the option bytes and is not displayed Should the density button be pressed the display does not indicate density because it is not relevant until a tape reel is present ie no read or write operation can take place Immediately After Threading When the Analyse function has been enabled byte 06 bit 2 it determines the tape density at the end of the threading sequence the tape can be seen moving to and fro and Analyse is displayed 6250 or 1600 bpi ident bursts cause selection of the corresponding density no ident defaults to the option byte setting blank tape or an alien format defaults to the power up default setting Manual density selection when threaded at BOT and offline consists of depressing the DENSITY button to cause the display to cycle continuously thr
30. the Dedicated Diagnostic Test command The 9914V then replaces the current stack with diagnostic program 01 which is a preset sequence of tests designed to constitute a confidence checkout and runs the stack without any further host action Program Descriptions and Error Codes This section lists the 9914V diagnostic programs which have operator applications describes their purpose and lists their error codes Some higher numbered error codes are common to many diagnostic programs and not listed under Error Codes in the program descriptions which follow these common codes are listed next Common Error Codes No Write Enable ring was detected on the tape reel No write current was detected at the heads Data Control board timeout elapsed while waiting for a response from the SCSI board Data Control board timeout elapsed while waiting for results from the SCSI board CM 1088 Draft Issue L Diagnostics 4 5 FUNCTION NULL PROGRAM CONFIDENCE CHECK RUN STACK FROM HOST ILWD LINE CHECK AUTO SERVO CHECK DATA CHANNELS CHECK non corruptive DATA CHANNELS CHECK corruptive ADP E E DDP E E DATA CHANNEL ERROR REPORTING SET PARAMETERS OF PROGRAM 01 SET HIGH SPEED SET LOW SPEED SETN SET BLOCK LENGTH SELECT NON STREAMING SELECT STREAMING FAILURE SKIP INCREMENT LOOP COUNTER IRD amp IWD LINE CHECKS SET ALL ZEROS DATA SET ALL ONES DATA SET ALTERNATE 1 0 DATA SET PSEUDO RANDOM DATA SET FAIL LIMITS WR
31. 9914V 9 UNIT USER DIAGNOSTIC MANUAL Document Ref CM 1088 Draft Issue L Stock Number 123488 xx M4 Data reserve the right to change this manual without notice IBM is the trademark of International Business Machines 3M is the trademark of Minnesota Mining Company Chassis Trak is a trademark of General Devices TexPad is a trademark of Texwipe Amberclens is a trademark of Ambersil Ambersil is a trademark of Ambersil Safety Measures 1 This instruction manual contains certain caution and warring notices which must be followed by the user to ensure safe operation and to retain the equipment in a safe condition 2 Any adjustment maintenance and repair of the opened apparatus under voltage shall be carried out only by a skilled person who is aware of the hazard involved 9914V User Diagnostic Manual CM 1088 Draft Issue H Bescheinigung des Herstellers Hiermit wird bescheinigt dass die Magnetbandeinheit Modell 9914 in bereinstimmung mit den Bestimmungen der AmtsblVfg 1046 1984 funk entst rt ist Der Deutschen Bundespost wurde das Inverkehrbringen dieses Ger tes angezeigt und die Berechtigung zur Uberpr fung der Serie auf Einhaltung der Bestimmungen einger umt 4 Data Ltd English translation of manufacturer s declaration in German It is hereby certified that the Magnetic Tape Unit Model 9914 in compliance with the regulations of AmtsblVfg 1046 1984 is radio interference suppressed The
32. Check that the 9914V is switched off connect the supply lead to the input socket Switch on the 9914V after several seconds the display panel indication should be TESTING then LOCATING and finally NO otherwise see Section for fault messages Warning the 9914V mains switch does not isolate both mains connections a warning to this effect follows in German Die Trennung vom Netz erfolgt durch Zeichen des Netzstecker Isolation from the mains is only guaranteed by removing the mains plug Load a scratch tape read Loading and Unloading in Section 3 if this procedure is unfamiliar Run diagnostic program 01 this is a check of machine integrity including writing data to the tape When diagnostic program 01 has passed the 9914V is ready for on line use Final Checkout Caution the 9914V is designed to meet several RFI requirements for industrial use If operated in a residential environment it has a high potential for causing interference The user must correct this by the use of screened interface cables and or rack mounting When the 9914V is fitted with a buffered interface and the interface bus cable is not completely enclosed within a cabinet where precautions are taken to limit radiated emission shielded connectors and cables should be used A suitable SCSI connector 3M socket type 3565 2002 or Sun style type 8350 8005 may already be fitted to the 9914V Set power off Connect the interface ca
33. Density displayed until run stop or tens pressed DNSDIS 0 Density displayed for 5 seconds only This option has no function with the 9914V model Aut ONL 9914V automatically goes on line after threading has completed Man ONL 9914V is on line only after LD ONL is pressed AutoLoad 9914V automatically threads tape to BOT on closing the door Man Load 9914V threads tape when LD ONL button is pressed Unit XX Where XX is the current unit address valid in the range O to 7 EOT LATCHED OFFLINE REJECT WRIF IWDP CHECKED PE NRZ IWDP ANALYSE INRZ SET IF WRITE AT ms UF A NO REWIND IN EOT LIMIT IHER IF ERROR WRITTEN INHIBITED GCR ACTIVE NEW DENSITY NRZ LRC amp CRC GCR ICER IRSTRs AFTER n FM GAP IS NORMAL IBG WITH STROBES IF 2 TRK ERR PE ERROR 08 PE GCR WR IFBY CLEARS LDG EDGE IGO IFEN HIGH SET IHER Bit 1 HOST I F C FL AS HER EARLY SETS IFBY RESETSCMD IF LONG BLOCK UNIT ADDRESS 09 3200 IDENT 3200 IDENT IHER amp ICER BOTIDENT INV CYCLES 3200 bpi DEN MISMATCH NO IDENT HOST VF D NOT READ NOT WRITTEN PULSED ERR IGNORED IDBY amp IFBY READ ONLY SETS IHER ASSUMES 3200 TABLE A 1 a BASIC CONFIGURATION OPTIONS enss 8801 WO suondo 21529 10 BOT DURING INCOMPLETE DATA READ REV 11 REJECT 12 IBG SIZE 13 MISC 14 15 amp 17 SCSI PCI 16 DENSITY 18 MISC B 19 SCSI BOT DURING FILE SCH REV BLANK TAPE DURING READ IFE
34. ITE BACKSPACE READ N blocks WRITE N BLOCKS SPACE REVERSE N BLOCKS READ FORWARD N BLOCKS READ REVERSE N BLOCKS REWIND WRITE amp CHECK FILE MARK SPACE FORWARD N BLOCKS WRITE IDENT COMMAND TRACE LOG SENSE DATA SET 800 bpi SET 1600 bpi SET 3200 bpi SET 6250 bpi SENSORS CHECK FILE PROTECT CHECK TENSION ARM POSITION TENSION ARM DAMPING SERVO SETTINGS CHECK 9914V User Diagnostic Manual FUNCTION STEP FORWARD low speed STEP REVERSE low speed ALTERNATE FWD REV low speed STEP FORWARD high speed STEP REVERSE high speed ALTERNATE FWD REV high speed ERASE TO EOT WRITE ALL ONES TO EOT READ FWD TO EOT low speed READ FWD TO EOT high speed READ REV TO BOT low speed READ REV TO BOT high speed EXAMINE MODIFY OPTIONS EXAMINE FULL STATUS BYTES INITIALISE STATUS BYTES EXAMINE PROM REVISIONS EXAMINE MODIFY LANGUAGE OPERATOR DISPLAY CHECK INTERNAL VOLTAGE CHECK Reserved Reserved Reserved Reserved Reserved Reserved Reserved Reserved Reserved Reserved Reserved EXAMINE LOOP COUNT CLEAR LOOP COUNT Reserved MODIFY PROGRAM STACK CLEAR PROGRAM STACK RUN PROGRAM STACK CM 1088 Draft issue H 00 Description Error Codes Program 01 Note Description Exit Error Codes Notes Program 02 Note Description Null Program This program is useful for entering on the stack with a view to later alterations eg placed first for later substitution
35. M IN SCSI B WR RD SP INTO EOT STOP BOT SIDE COMPATIBILITY EW AREA SCSI ID gt 17 LOOK AHEAD READ TERMINATION SCSI C lt consecutive file marks see Table 1 FIXED MODE POWER UP DEFAULT conditional see Table B 1 e jenuew onsouBeig 1957 AvL66 1 enss yeg 8801 WO Code Bit Settings Application B15b4 B14b2 B14b0 1 1 1 1 1 IBM 9348 1 1 1 0 2 STK std 3 M4 Data std 6 M4 Data old std 9 HP 9000 10 HP Mode A 13 Kennedy 15 HP Mode C reserved Important the IBM HP and Kennedy drives are not exactly emulated Operational Notes Interfaces with RS 6000 systems If synchronous working is available SDTR is initiated If a command is sent to a non existent LUN Check Condition will be sent with sense key 05 Illegal Request Unit Attention is set after power up and after 9914 comes ready for the first time As per M4 Data s SCSI User Manual As 3 except Inquiry data contains the on board PROM part number Interfaces with the HP 9000 series As 2 except accepts all motion commands and holds Disconnects if LUN is rewinding 2 sets CC Not Ready Test Unit Ready returns Good Status immediately if LUN is online and rewinding The HP Read Log command is enabled Front panel selection of variable fixed mode is enabled via Config Byte 19 as follows B19b2 Bi9b1 B19bO Variable Mode Variable Mode Fixed Mode 256 bytes Fixed Mode 512 bytes Fixed Mode 1K byte
36. N ASSERTED DURING CMD DATA GLITCH NO BLOCK GAP IN R A W DATA NO ERASE CURRENT FWD CMD AT EOT LIMIT INVALID COMMAND REV CMD AT BOT WRITE TO FP TAPE SET DEN AWAY FROM BOT PE NRZ Detailed in the 9914V Servicing Manual SLOWER SPEED BUFF I F FITTED BUFF OPTIONS SPEED SELECT FROM NVR VIA OP PANEL customer option HIGH SPEED AT POWER ON customer option customer option See other appendices POWER UP DEFAULT HOST INTERFACE SELECTION see tables below 6250 bpi 3200 bpi 1600 bpi DISABLE DENSITIES HOST I F FRONT PANEL CHANGE ENABLED 800 bpi DISABLE ON LINE SPEEDS Customer options not provided with earlier PROM revisions M e Power up default Host interface selection b7 b6 5 b4 b3 b2 0 0 x 800 bpi NRZ x 0 x Standard encoded commands 0 1 x 1600 bpi PE x 1 x Option A encoded commands 1 0 x 3200 bpi DPE x x 0 IHISP PL2 50 IHIDEN PL1 36 1 1 x 6250 bpi GCR x x 1 IHISP IHIDEN exchanged 1 x x Pertec code 10111 select 6250 not 3200 Note functions are as stated when the bit is set to TABLE A 1 b BASIC CONFIGURATION OPTIONS This page has no technical content 9914V User Diagnostic Manual CM 1088 Draft Issue H B SCSI Options This appendix tabulates the stan
37. Note Description Note Error Codes Program 10 Description 01 NRZ density selected program 07 only 02 Interface command not Write 03 Timeout expired while waiting for block 04 Timeout expired while waiting for Write command Data Channel Error Reporting The SCSI or PCI board must be installed for program 09 to run The ADP board is placed in E E electronics to electronics mode and each track is killed in turn while a block is written ICER error is expected but not IHER If the error status is incorrect the test is repeated with the DDP in E E mode Three tracks are then killed while a block is written IHER status is expected On error the DDP is placed in E E mode to isolate the faulty board The status which is flagged by two dead tracks is determined by configuration byte 07 01 SCSI or PCI board not detected or incompatible with Data Control firmware 12 Interface command not Write 13 Timeout expired while waiting for block 14 Timeout expired while waiting for command from SCSI or PCI board 15 ADP fault no ICER status on 1 track kill 16 DDP fault no ICER status on 1 track kill 17 ADP fault IHER status on 1 track kill 18 DDP fault IHER status on 1 track kill 19 ADP fault no IHER status on 3 track kill 20 DDP fault no IHER status on 3 track kill 21 NRZ selected 22 IFBY reset unexpectedly Set Parameters of Program 01 Allows the number of blocks block length and data pa
38. Program Examples 4 1 7 1 Program 01 With the scratch tape loaded and the 9914V off line press DIAG the display should indicate Test OO operate the units button to set 01 press run stop once the tests run for several minutes after which a pass is denoted by Pass 98 98 is the last program number in the preset stack A failure is denoted by a message of the form F29 Er01 enter may be pressed to indicate the current density and speed eg 6250 but to continue running the program DIAG must then be pressed to skip the error and then run stop 4 1 7 2 Programs 04 44 amp 30 in a Stack With the scratch tape loaded and the 9914V off line Press DIAG Note steps b and c are unnecessary if no program has been entered into the stack since power up operate the tens and units buttons to set program 98 to clear the stack press run stop Pass 98 should be displayed the program stack is now empty set program 04 press enter to enter program 04 into the stack press enter to enter program 44 into the stack set program 30 press enter to enter program 30 into the stack set program 99 to run the program stack press run stop programs 04 44 and 30 run sequentially and if successful Pass 30 is displayed when completed CM 1088 Draft Issue H Diagnostics 4 3 4 2 4 1 8 Default Status Default status consists of the internal set
39. Reserved for servicing functions Modify Operator Stack Program 97 should not be entered onto the stack Allows the operator to step through the existing stack by pressing the enter button To substitute a program select the new number using the tens units buttons and then press enter A program in the stack may be effectively deleted by changing it to program 00 None 9914V User Diagnostic Manual CM 1088 Draft Issue H 98 Description Error Codes Program 99 Description Error Codes Clear Operator Stack Program 98 clears the current program stack None Run Operator Stack When program 99 is called the current program stack is run sequentially starting at the first program entered If program 99 is entered onto the program stack it causes the stack to loop back to the first entry and repeat See details of individual programs entered onto the stack CM 1088 Draft Issue H Diagnostics 4 25 4 4 Status Bytes The 9914V compiles 17 status bytes which may be accessed or cleared by the operator or the host this group of 17 is referred to as the Full Status Byte Block A Condensed Status Byte Block of 9 bytes is also available to the host these contain less detail than the full block but are broadly compatible with the sense bytes of the 8900 9800 9900 family of 4 Data 9 track tape units The full and condensed status byte blocks are tabulated in Tables 4 4 full desc
40. S AND INDICATORS CM 1088 Draft Issue H Operation 3 1 3 2 1 Controls This single pole two position power switch is located at the front right hand side of the 9914V and connects mains input power to the power supply unit When set to off the power supply outputs are not active but mains power is still present within the 9914V Diagnostic mode is alternately set or cancelled by pressing this button If DIAG is not illuminated press to set diagnostic mode if DIAG is illuminated and a program is not active press to cancel diagnostic mode This function of the DIAG control is ineffective when the 9914V is online When certain diagnostic programs are active DIAG is sometimes used for special functions within the program LD ONL Press to initiate threading or to set the 9914V online when threading has completed Note option 04 is normally set to automatically initiate threading when the loading door is closed Option 03 is normally set to automatically place the 9914V online when threading has completed RWD UNL Press when the 9914V is not online to rewind the tape to BOT Press when BOT is indicated to unthread the tape ie completely rewind the tape onto the reel prior to the operator unclamping it Note if RESET is held pressed while RWD UNL is momentarily depressed the subsequent rewind takes the tape beyond BOT and into the unthreading sequence RESET Use to set the 9914V offline and for cancelling threading or unthr
41. Tape Speeds Weight unpacked approximate Supply Requirements Dimensions Behind face Height Width Depth Overall Height Width Depth Note Temperature Other parameters 10 5 8 5 7 or 6 inch on a standard IBM hub 267 216 178 or 152 mm Standard 12 7 mm 0 5 in wide computer tape to ANSI X3 40 or ECMA 62 specification 1 0 mil tape if extra data capacity is required 285 gm 10 0z nominal IBM compatible to ECMA 62 or ANSI X3 22 or ANSI X3 39 specification there is no published ANSI or ECMA 3200 bpi specification Depends on the selected density usually 42 125 ips Standard 9914V Special Order Low X High Low X High 800 NRZ 42 125 1600 PE 42 125 3200 PE 62 62 6250 GCR 42 125 All speeds are in inches per second ips 46 kg 101 Ib 100 120 220 or 240 V ac 10 15 48 62 Hz 190 VA working 40 56 V dc 3 4 A average current 48 V 589 mm 23 2 in 426 mm 16 8 in 245mm 9 6 in 609 mm 24 0 in 482mm 19 0 in 330 13 0 in Screened cable connectors increase the depth dimension by the connector depth and the cable bending radius Operating 10 to 40 C Set out in the 9914V Product Specification 1 2 9914V User Diagnostic Manual CM 1088 Draft Issue L 1 2 b 1 3 Tape Speeds At most densities one of two tape speeds may be selected according to the application the low speed where the tape can be rapidly repositioned between data bl
42. ated on the display The user may via configuration option 04 actuate threading from the operator s panel LD ONL button in preference to auto thread on closure Section 2 details this option This loading system makes for simple speedy and reliable tape threading without the operator touching the tape surfaces and with the milestones indicated on the operator s display For operator safety the 9914V is interlocked so that its loading door must be shut before loading can commence or tape motion be initiated CM 1088 Draft Issue J Introduction 1 3 1 4 1 5 1 6 No take up spool need be fitted since this is built into the 9914V and should only be removed by service personnel Tape loading is described in more detail in Section 3 Operator Controls and Indicators The operator controls the 8 character display and the backlit legends are located at the front of the 9914V on the right hand side In diagnostic mode the controls adopt secondary functions as printed on each button membrane In general the alphanumeric display gives temporary internal status activity or diagnostic information while the backlit legends inform of permanent status such as Write Enable All controls and indicators are described in detail in Section 3 Diagnostics When power is applied to the 9914V the self test diagnostics are automatically invoked to check basic internal functions which would otherwise inhibit normal use of the 9914V
43. bles the SCSI interface connections are shown in Figure 2 6 Set power on re load the tape and run the host diagnostic or commissioning program to prove the complete system Remove any protective peel off sheet which is attached to the tape path cover CM 1088 Draft Issue L Installation and Checkout 2 13 AC POWER INPUT Q DC POWER INPUT DIFFERENTIAL S INGLE ENDED Figure 2 6 CONNECTOR LOCATIONS SCSI INTERFACES 9914V User Diagnostic Manual CM 1088 Draft Issue L 2 Operation This section describes the functions of the operator accessible controls and indicators Operator Functions The operator is able to perform any of the following functions Switch the 9914V power on or off at the front panel Select the recording density e Check and or change any operator options e Mounta tape reel and thread the tape Call diagnostic mode in order to run diagnostic programs or identify the servo data or SCSI firmware revisions or analyse the status bytes Cancel diagnostic mode e Set the 9914V online the host then has control of the 9914V Set the 9914V offline 3 2 e Rewind the tape to BOT and or unthread the tape Demount the tape reel Controls and Indicators Figure 3 2 is a facsimile of the operator s panel oo DIAG LD ONL RWD UNL RESET DENSITY tens units run stop enter Se Nm a ee FIGURE 3 22 FRONT PANEL CONTROL
44. both locate the 9914V while the rack clamps are engaged and subsequently keep the unit in place if the rack is moved Check that the mains supply lead is disconnected Ensure that the rack clamps are set in the vertical position ie parallel to the sides of the rack as shown in Figure 2 3 1 2 Note an Allen Key is supplied with the 9914V CM 1088 Draft Issue L Installation and Checkout 2 5 TYPICAL RACK OPENING WIDTH 450 nn 17 72 CLAMP SCREW CENTRES 439 2 nn 17 29 C AC POWER INPUT e DC POWER INPUT DIFFERENTIAL SINGLE ENDED RACK FRAME 9914V BEHIND RACK WIDTH 426 nn 16 77 in gt RACK CLAMPS 4 202 nn 7 95 BASE di TRAY Figure 2 3 1 1 9914V RACK CLAMP LOCATIONS 9914V User Diagnostic Manual CM 1088 Draft Issue L 506 nn 19 92 iv v vi vii 9914V ENCLOSURE RACK FRAME A T 7 x CLAMP CLAMP RELEASED RELEASED RACK FRAME 9914V ENCLOSURE Po d ae ps bee R m om r Figure 2 3 1 2 9914V RACK CLAMP DETAIL Warning The 9914V should not be lifted by one person With a second person lift the 9914V and keeping it vertical place it on the base tray and fully into the rack Note steps v to ix must be executed in sequence Open the loading door Undo the screw securing the deck casting to the base frame this is located in the top right hand corner
45. dard SCSI options Detailed descriptions of the options and of the command set are set out in the SCSI User Manual Note that this feature differs from the Super SCSI which uses a different board and has a faster specification CM 1088 Draft Issue L SCSI Options B 1 enuen onsouDeig 950 166 1enss 8801 WO FM STATUS WR RD SP Code Compatibility 3 bit Bi4bi B14b0 1 0 1 M4 Data std 1 1 0 STK std x X reserved DISCONNECT ENABLED CC ON RD SP INTO EOT ATTENTION REPORTING WR FAIL STOP BOT SIDE SCSI OPTIONS FROM NVR RECOV D ERR REPORTING CODE COMPATIBILITY HIGH SPEED REM DEN SP BURST MODE OR BUFFER D LOOK AHEAD READ LOOK AHEAD READ TERMINATION consecutive file marks see below SCSI ID Look Ahead Read termination b3 0 0 0 1 TABLE B 1 a SCSI OPTIONS PROM 123996 revision 01 b2 0 0 0 1 b1 0 0 1 1 bO 0 1 0 1 255 file marks 1 file mark 2 file marks and so on 15 file marks 1 enss 8801 WO suondo 1595 Do 13 SCSI SCSI OPTIONS MISC A FITTED FROM NVR 14 PARITY DISCONNECT ATTENTION RECOV D ERR HIGH SPEED SCSI A CHECKED ENABLED REPORTING REPORTING BURST MODE COMPATIBILITY COMPATIBILITY FM STATUS CC ON RD SP WR EOM IN B WR RD SP INTO EOT SCSI ID LOOK AHEAD READ TERMINATION consecutive file marks see Table B 1 a Note 1 functions are as stated when the bit is set to 1 Note 2 m
46. data activity found Deselect Unit online to interface but not selected by host computer de selected and not at BOT Diag Stk Diagnostic stack entry in progress Diag Ded Dedicated diagnostic stack running program 01 EOTLIM The tape has passed 3 6 metres 12 feet beyond EOT and the 9914V has been commanded to move tape further forwards Erase FL Erase Fixed Length command was accepted at low speed Erase FL An Erase Fixed Length command was accepted at high speed Erase VL An Erase Variable Length command was accepted at low speed Erase VL An Erase Variable Length command was accepted at high speed ExSense extended ie the full status bytes were accessed xx IDENT identifier compatible with the selected density found on leaving BOT Ld Point The tape is at BOT and the 9914V is online note BOT is indicated when offline in the same position Read A Read command was accepted at low speed Read A Read command was accepted at high speed Read Only A a write command has been given to a file protected tape ie WT EN is not illuminated If writing is required the operator must fit a Write Enable ring to the tape reel The 9914V is online to the interface but no commands have been received Display shows Ld Point when at the BOT marker The last command received was rejected for reasons other than file protect the reason is flagged in status byte F9 Reject usually remain
47. e Examine Modify Options Displays the configuration bytes the presentation and full meanings of options 01 to 05 are described in Section 2 Configuration Bytes 01 to 05 are config byte 01 duration of density display config byte 02 not applicable the 9914V model config byte 03 auto on line after loading config byte 04 auto load actuated by door closure config byte 05 unit address Configuration bytes 06 to 19 are displayed in hexadecimal notation they are tabulated in Appendix A and described in the 9914V Servicing Manual Changing configuration bytes 06 to 19 may affect the response of the 9914V to the host and or the format of recorded data Configuration Bytes 06 to 19 are config byte 06 host interface options A config byte 07 host interface options B config byte 08 host interface options C config byte 09 host interface options D config byte 10 conditions which set incomplete config byte 11 conditions which set reject config byte 12 write gap size config byte 13 miscellaneous A config byte 14 SCSI or Cache config bytes A config byte 15 SCSI or Pertec Cache config bytes B config byte 16 density configurations config byte 17 SCSI or Pertec Cache config bytes C config byte 18 miscellaneous B config byte 19 SCSI options D None 9914V User Diagnostic Manual CM 1088 Draft Issue K 68 Description SNS F01
48. e 8 character display is not illuminated and none of the status indicators are illuminated check that the front panel mains switch is set to 1 If there are no displays with power on this could indicate a mains supply failure or a 9914V fault CM 1088 Draft Issue H Operation 3 3 3 3 1 Power up Indications When power is applied to the 9914V a series of power up tests are run by the internal diagnostics with TESTING indicated If a malfunction occurs the display changes to one of the following indications After a successful completion of the power on tests the display momentarily indicates OK and then LOCATING the operator may then mount a tape reel as set out in Section 3 6 and initiate the threading sequence Most fault indications which are preceded by require the attention of an engineer and are therefore described in the 9914V Servicing Manual blank display Mains power is not available or the 5 V supply is not present or the Servo Control bus is faulty CON VAL X Xin the range 1 to 7 usually a missing or disconnected sub assembly OK The power up checks have been successfully completed POWER _ A fault has been found with the Power Supply board while all the internal dc power supply lines were being checked TESTING power up checks are in progress 3 3 2 Diagnostic Indications This section lists diagnostic indications which occur during operator initiated diagnostics online diagn
49. e H Pertec Interface 6 1 There is a Pertec Cache Interface Product Description which gives details of its signal functions and various operating modes Note the SCSI bus I O is connected via a single 50 way connector at the rear of the 9914V Its pin assignments differ greatly from Pertec and are listed the SCSI user manuals Mnemonic Signal name Formatter Busy Reserved Read Data 2 Read Data 3 i m Read Data Parity Read Data 0 Read Data 1 Load Point Read Data 4 Read Data 7 Read Data 6 Hard Error File Mark PE Identification Read Data 5 End of Tape NRZ Selected Ready Rewinding File Protect Read Strobe Write Strobe Data Busy Hi Speed Selected Corrected Error On Line 2 2 2 2 2 2 2 2 2 2 2 2 2 2 2 2 2 2 2 2 2 2 Notes The ground pin associated with each signal pin is in brackets For compatibility with similar Pertec interfaces PL1 pin 36 and PL2 pin 50 can be transposed by implementation of a configuration option ISPEED is asserted at 62 ips because this is a higher speed than 42 ips TABLE 6 2 OUTPUT PIN ASSIGNMENTS 6 2 9914V User Diagnostic Manual CM 1088 Draft Issue H Encoded command lines Command IREV IWRITE IWFM IEDIT IERASE Read Forward 0 0 0 0 Space Forward 0 0 0 0 1 File Search Forward 0 0 1 0 0 File Search Forward Ignore Data 0 0 1 0 1 Write 0 1 0 0 0 Erase Variable Length 0 1 0 0 1 Reserved 0 1 0 1 0 Write File Mark 0 1 1 0 0
50. e possible display indications are listed in Section 3 6 4 Display Status Scrolled message ONLINE READY LOCATING LOADING XXXREEL WT EN Analyse Ld Point BOT Notes to Table 3 6 3 Duration Infinite Several seconds Several seconds Several seconds Several seconds Infinite Infinite 9914V Activity Waiting Open the loading door Mount a reel of tape on the SU hub Write Enable ring towards the casting Close the loading door Checking the reel is seated Threading and tensioning the tape Determining the reel size XXX could be SML MED or LRG Density determination result is displayed for a few seconds Tape is at BOT and 9914V is online or tape is at BOT and 9914V is offline e Ensure the tape reel is placed with the Write Enable ring nearer the casting If DOOR is indicated close the loading door securely Ifthe 9914V is needed online at BOT press LD ONL Online status to the host is not set until BOT is reached TABLE 3 6 3 9914V TAPE LOADING PROCEDURE b Power on with a tape reel inserted If the 9914V has just been powered on with a tape reel threading is automatic and follows the sequence of Table 3 6 3 from TESTING onwards This feature is effective before or after BOT c Substituting a Tape Reel i Remove the current reel of tape by following the procedure described in Section 3 6 4 ii Mount the next reel close the loading door then watch
51. eading sequences DENSITY Normally used to select the required operating density or check the current density setting Section 3 7 gives precise operating details exceptionally used in specific instances for other functions In diagnostic mode tens is used to select the tens digit of the program number Press and hold in order to increment the displayed program number approximately every second When the desired number is displayed release the button units Used in a similar manner to the tens this button is used to select the units digit of a diagnostic program run stop Used to start or stop a program or program stack When a program number is displayed pressing run stop starts that program running when a program is running pressing run stop stops that program running pressing again usually either restarts the program from the beginning or if running a stack of programs starts the next program of the stack If a firmware halt exists in a program then the operator actions should be obeyed and run stop pressed to continue 3 2 9914V User Diagnostic Manual CM 1088 Draft Issue H enter Normally used to enter a program number to a sequential list of programs known as the program stack exceptionally used in specific instances for other functions 3 2 2 Indicators WT EN WT EN is illuminated when a Write Enable ring has been detected on the supply tape reel The ring is sensed during the thr
52. eading sequence and WT EN is activated near the end of the sequence If the indicator is not illuminated after the threading sequence has completed the Write Enable ring was not detected All subsequent operator diagnostic programs involving writing and all host Write commands will be rejected ONLINE When ONLINE is illuminated the host is able to communicate with the 9914V The 9914V may be set offline either by a host command or by depression of the RESET button DIAG Diagnostic mode indicates that the 9914V is either running or is ready to run diagnostic programs This applies both under operator control and under host control EOT This is illuminated when the EOT marker is opposite the photo detector in the tape path Note that this differs from the EOT indication on the 8 character display where EOT denotes operation at or beyond the marker EIGHT The alphanumeric display is always illuminated after power on with CHAR TER information such as BOT READY or REWIND In some instances DISPLAY ascrolled message is displayed to convey more precise information than is possible with an abbreviated message 3 3 The 8 Character Display This section lists the messages which are placed in the 8 character display they are classified by operating mode or circumstance The special and scrolled messages associated with diagnostic mode are set out in Section 4 Note the display is illuminated at all times after power on If th
53. eans those bits are not specific to SCSI operation Note 3 4 bit code compatibilities are listed in Table B 1 e TABLE B 1 b SCSI OPTIONS PROM 123996 revisions 02 amp 03 amp PROM 124180 revision 01 CODE COMPATIBILITY osoubelg JeS Av 66 1 enss 10 8801 Wo SCSI OPTIONS FROM NVR DISCONNECT ATTENTION RECOV D ERR HIGH SPEED ENABLED REPORTING REPORTING BURST MODE FM STATUS CC ON RD SP WR FAIL CODE WR EOM IN WR RD SP INTO EOT STOP BOT SIDE COMPATIBILITY EW AREA SCSI ID LOOK AHEAD READ TERMINATION consecutive file marks see Table B 1 a 19 FIXED MODE POWER UP DEFAULT CUSTOMER OPT conditional see Table B 1 e Note 1 functions are as stated when the bit is set to 1 Note 2 means those bits are not specific to SCSI operation Note 3 4 bit code compatibilities are listed in Table B 1 TABLE B 1 c SCSI OPTIONS PROM 123996 revision 04 1 5 ye1g 8801 WO suondo 1595 19 CUSTOMER Note 1 functions are as stated when the bit is set to 1 Note 2 means those bits are not specific to SCSI operation Note 3 4 bit code compatibilities are listed in Table B 1 e TABLE B 1 d SCSI OPTIONS PROM 123996 revisions 05 amp 06 13 SCSI SCSI OPTIONS MISC A FITTED FROM NVR 14 PARITY DISCONNECT ATTENTION RECOV D ERR HIGH SPEED SCSI A CHECKED ENABLED REPORTING REPORTING BURST MODE 15 FM STATUS CC ON RD SP WR FAIL WR EO
54. ecent 1 next previous press tens to advance the table number NP table entry press units to advance the table entry QR contents of entry NP SET 800 bpi SET 1600 bpi SET 3200 bpi SET 6250 bpi Changes the data encoding circuits to handle the stated density When non diagnostic mode is restored the density remains at this new setting When running diagnostic programs it is recommended that the density is specifically set by these programs rather than relying on a previous setting 01 Selected density not available 02 DDP board fault Sensors Check Tape should not be loaded If it is at BOT the program will unload otherwise rewind the tape first Indicates the state of the sensors used during tape loading and operation The display registers a letter which should be interpreted as follows 9914V User Diagnostic Manual CM 1088 Draft Issue H Sensor in chute reel BOT EOT write tension located enable limit Meaning chute flag marker marker flag not in of letter clear detected present present detected limit The WT EN legend is lit when the flag is detected Additionally the operator may check the operation of the loading fan press enter the loading fan is activated Error Codes None Program 46 File Protect Test Note Tape should not be loaded If it is at BOT the program will unload otherwise rewind the tape first Description The operator is requested to remove the write enable ring
55. endments Details Discussion document only Complete update Diagnostic programs 9 10 amp 24 added Rack mounting details added Diagnostic programs 03 19 34 amp 35 added SCSI and Pertec Cache option tables updated Side hinging loading door incorporated DC power input connection added Loading door hinged on right hand side DC power input connection deleted Vertical support warning added to Section 2 3 Page size changed to American Quarto Super SCSI included Mains connection details tabulated More detail added to rack mounting instructions Tape threading instructions tabulated and re grouped CFC free cleaning materials substituted Appendices B C amp D added This letter was not used DC current added to Section 1 1 1 Dimensions corrected in Section 1 1 1 Loading instructions of Section 3 6 corrected Cosmetic change to Appendix D DC connection text updated Section 2 2 6 DC power connections illustration added Figure 2 2 6 Cosmetic changes to Section 4 Bit 7 of config byte 08 added to Appendix A Many fine tuning changes Non unique code compatibilites added to Appendices B amp D CM 1088 Draft Issue L Preface amp Contents Date Mar 1990 Apr 1990 Nov 1990 Dec 1991 Jan 1992 Apr 1992 Oct 1992 Nov 1992 Dec 1992 Jan 1993 Mar 1993 xi This page has no technical content xii 9914V User Diagnostic Manual CM 1088 Draft Issue H 1 1 1 Introduction
56. essing the DIAG button which is ignored when the 9914V is on line When the diagnostics mode has just been entered the diagnostic display indicates Test 00 indicating program 00 This is a non operative condition because the operator is expected to select a program number Note it is quite legal for the DIAG legend to be illuminated when the 9914V is on line this means that the host is running diagnostics The front panel controls can be taken out of their diagnostic functions and returned to normal operation by chosing a time when no diagnostic program is running and pressing the DIAG button a second time CM 1088 Draft Issue H Diagnostics 4 1 4 1 3 Program Selection Individual programs are selected by pressing and holding either the tens or the units buttons 4 1 4 Running a Program Note because some diagnostic programs write data to tape it is good practice to load a scratch tape before invoking diagnostic mode A program is run by pressing the run stop button once depressing the run stop button a second time stops the program The display No test indicates that there is no function allocated to the selected program number or that function has not yet been implemented or program 99 was called when the stack was empty The display No Key indicates that the selected program number requires the service key code to be entered This access right applies to programs which are capable of alteri
57. gged The various re try results are treated as follows If no error occurs on the first read write attempt the program proceeds to the next block If an error occurs and W Rty or R Rty have not reached the limit a re try is executed on the current block after W Rty R Rty has been incre mented If no error occurs during a re try W Rty R Rty is cleared to zero and W Err R Err is incremented If an error occurs and W Rty W Err R Rty or R Err has reached the limit the test fails None CM 1088 Draft Issue H Diagnostics 4 18 25 Description Error Codes Note Program 26 Description Error Codes Note Program 27 Description Error Codes Write Backspace Read Writes streaming N blocks of data with speed as selected by program 11 or 12 N as set by program 13 block length maximum 16K as set by program 14 data pattern as set by programs 20 23 failure limits as set by program 24 front panel only density as selected by programs 41 44 The program then reverse spaces and reads the blocks 01 SCSI or PCI board not detected or incompatible with Data Control firmware 02 IHER status bytes will reveal the cause 03 ICER status bytes will reveal the cause After an error press enter to display the density and speed 89 No write ring 90 No write current Write N Blocks Writes N blocks of data with speed as selected by program 11 or 12 N as set by pr
58. he early stages of threading the tape reel was found to be inserted with the Write Protect ring uppermost RESET RESET button was sensed as permanently depressed REWIND _ The tape is rewinding following either host or operator rewind command this sequence completes at BOT If RESET is pressed during rewinding tape motion stops and the REWIND indication is replaced by Offline REW UNLD An operator Rewind amp Unload ie Unthread command has been given by holding RESET depressed while RWD UNL is depressed SML REEL Near the end of the threading sequence the firmware has detected that a small 6 or 7 inch reel has been used xx TAB The BOT tab was not detected near the end of the threading sequence NOT Scrolled message The tape end has not blown clear of the bulk IN CHUTE UNLOAD Anunthread sequence is in progress following the pressing of the RWD UNL button with BOT indicated When the unthreading sequence is complete the display changes to READY 3 6 6 Threading the Tape by Hand Since the 9914V is designed for fully automatic threading it is not normally necessary or desirable to manually thread the tape except under fault conditions such as a failed loading fan i Set power off This is essential for safety reasons ii Open the loading door push the tape reel centrally onto the supply hub iii Thread the tape through to the take up hub iv Wind on about two turns an access hole is pr
59. he host to run the 9914V program stack previously entered across the Pertec interface The DIAG legend illuminates for the duration of the program stack CM 1088 Draft Issue H Diagnostics 4 7 03 Description Error Codes Program 04 Description Error Codes Program 05 Notes Description Note Error Codes ILWD Line Checks Program 03 is not provided with all firmware revisions in which case No test is displayed when run stop is pressed Verifies the operation of the ILWD signal which is part of the unbuffered Pertec interface by writing a block in E E mode and applying a timeout during which ILWD must respond 01 SCSI or PCl board not detected or incompatible with Data Control firmware 03 DDP fault 12 Command error 14 Timeout waiting for command from SCSI or PCI 23 ILWD occurred early 24 ILWD not received Auto Servo Checkout Exercises the tape servo system a tape needs to be loaded but not necessarily at BOT The test has failed if tape tension is lost Data Channels Check Non corruptive The SCSI or PCI board must be installed for program 05 to run Program 05 does not apply to NRZ density Incorporate self contained tests designed to check the data channel and isolate a faulty FRU by writing data patterns via paths through the analogue and digital electronics sections Data is not written to tape When there are no errors tests equivalent to
60. his enables the operator to set the lower tape speed prior to starting other programs When Lo speed is displayed for 1 second None Set N The program should not be entered onto the stack because operator intervention is required Allows the operator or host to set N to a new value which is used by subsequent programs unless overridden by program 01 N may be in the range from 1 to 255 9 Allows the operator to update N which is indicated on the display by the use of DIAG tens or units buttons The run stop button is pressed when the desired value is displayed N is set from the time of update not just when the stack is subsequently run When an SCSI command is sent as described in the SCSI User Manual the host effectively updates N The new value of N is active while the SCSI command is running but N reverts to its previous value afterwards None CM 1088 Draft Issue Diagnostics 4 11 14 Description Error Codes Program 15 Description Error Codes Program 16 Description Error Codes Program 17 Note Description Error Codes Program 18 Description Error Codes Program 19 Note Set Block Length Sets the length of subsequent data blocks for programs which write data to tape Blocks may normally be from 1 byte up to 32 Kbytes long in increments of powers of two Some programs restrict the block length When run from the front panel the display ind
61. i iv v vi vii viii ix 2 3 2 Fitting Sequence Using Fixing Screws Figure 2 3 2 1 shows a rear view of the 9914V and illustrates where the fixing screws are located If a base tray has been fitted check it is securely fitted and is substantial enough to support the 9914V s weight Check that the mains supply lead is disconnected Warning The 9914V should not be lifted by one person Check there is access to the rear of the front rack members in order to fit the fixing screws later The sides of some racks are detachable Check there are 6 fixing screws 1 4 UNC with a minimum thread depth of 19 mm 3 4 in available With a second person lift the 9914V and keeping it vertical place it in the rack at its intended height Fit the top two fixing screws hand tight Fit the other four fixing screws hand tight Tighten all six fixing screws fully Pull down the deck casting Check that it hinges without obstruction 2 3 3 Fitting Sequence Using Customised Mounting Frame Where a customised mounting frame is used the customer must use a compatible procedure which takes account of the design of the frame The general principles of undertaking only two man lifts and ensuring any base tray is substantial still apply CM 1088 Draft Issue L Installation and Checkout 2 9 MOUNT ING SPAN 465 nn 18 5 AC POWER INPUT Q DC POWER INPUT DIFFERENTIAL S INGLE ENDED 426
62. iagnostics offer a selection of programs numbered 00 to 99 many of which are useful to the operator and may be controlled from the operator s panel The pass and fail messages which are displayed for most diagnostic programs are given in self explanatory alphanumeric format During failure conditions the brief error message usually contains the failed program number and the error code These messages assist service personnel in locating the possible faulty Field Replacement Unit FRU Some program descriptions make reference to interface signal names eg ICER IHER IFBY these are defined in the 9914V Product Specification Note because some diagnostic programs write data to tape it is good practice to load a scratch tape before invoking diagnostic mode Diagnostics from the Operator s Panel 4 1 1 Operator Diagnostics Most diagnostic programs may be controlled from the front panel those which cannot are host specific functions The operator may use the diagnostics to confirm primary functions such as tape motion for proof of machine integrity by running preset stacks to inspect the record of machine performance e pid are o aid identification to identify the current control data and SCSI firmware revisions Fault finding procedures which go beyond the scope of operating diagnostic programs are described in the 9914V Servicing Manual 4 1 2 Diagnostic Mode The operator diagnostics mode is entered by pr
63. icates say LEN 16K to increase the block size use the tens button to decrease the size use the units button When run from the interface the length is transferred as described in the 9914V Servicing Manual None Select Non Streaming Sets the 9914V write and read programs so that the tape is repositioned after each block is traversed None Select Streaming Sets the 9914V write and read programs so that the tape is kept in motion after each block is traversed ie streaming mode None Failure Skip Is only effective when entered in a program stack Causes subsequent failing programs to be aborted thus allowing a stack to skip to the next program without stopping on errors Status bytes F4 and C4 are incremented each time an error occurs up to a maximum of 255 9 None Increment Loop Counter When entered in a program stack program 18 increments a counter typically to record the number of times the stack loops assuming program 99 is at the end of the stack The user may subsequently use programs 93 94 to examine clear the loop counter The counter increments up to 9 999 6 then sticks without overflowing None IRD amp IWD Line Checks Program 19 is not provided with all firmware revisions in which case No test is displayed when run stop is pressed 9914V User Diagnostic Manual CM 1088 Draft Issue H Description Error Codes Program 20 Program 21 Program 22 Pr
64. ing documents are published requirements for RFI limits VDE 0871 Radio interference suppression of radio frequency equipment for industrial and medical ISM and similar purposes CFR Rules 47 15J Code of Federal Regulations 154 requirements for computing devices 1 8 9914V User Diagnostic Manual CM 1088 Draft Issue H 2 1 2 2 2 Installation and Checkout This section outlines the contents of the 9914V crate describes how to wire the mains lead how to mount the unit in a rack the operator options and how to check out the unit Uncrating and Inspection 2 1 1 Uncrating the 9914V The 9914V is packed in special impact absorbing materials which are placed inside a heavy duty cardboard box Any unpacking instructions are enclosed in a polythene envelope attached to the upper face of the cardboard box Note do not lay the unpacked 9914V on it s back Packed dimensions millimetres 380H x 605 W x 800 D inches 15 0 x 23 8 x 31 5 Packed weight 54 kg 119 Ib approximate 2 1 2 Inspection The packing box should contain the 9914V itself and associated items such as an ac mains supply lead with a moulded IEC socket not with dc powered machines manual s as specified with the order a 9914V User Diagnostic Manual and or 9914V Servicing Manual 9914 SCSI or Super SCSI User Manual or a 9914 Pertec Cache Product Description rack mounting accessories other hardware if specified on the order Afte
65. inge it open 5 2 2 Path Cleaning The tape path components are shown in Figure 5 1 Using the recommended cleaning pad carefully wipe the surfaces of the head to remove all traces of dirt and oxide in extreme cases it may be necessary to use a scrubbing action top remove hard oxide deposits Warning the edges of the sapphire tape cleaner are extremely sharp Observe great care when cleaning Using the recommended cleaning pad wipe the tape cleaner particularly the front edge where debris may have accumulated Inspect the remaining tape path components and if necessary wipe clean the tape contact surfaces of the roller guides tension arm roller and the surface of the tachometer roller Cautions Do not use alcohol based fluid eg IPA or any other solvents on plastic or painted parts Do not allow cleaning fluid to enter pre greased roller bearings Clean any dirt or oxide which may have gathered around the take up and supply hub areas Close the loading door 5 2 3 Other Cleaning Use anti static cleaner and cloth on the loading door window Wipe the facia and painted surfaces avoid using an excess of cleaning fluid 5 2 9914V User Diagnostic Manual CM 1088 Draft Issue H T E po N m HUB aon Omus m ue ROLLER ty BOT EOT FIXED GUIDE FIGURE 5 1 TAPE PATH COMPONENTS CM 1088 Draft Issue H Routine Cleaning 5 3 This page has no technical content 9914V User Diagnostic Man
66. iption Error Codes Program 64 Description Error Codes Program 65 Description Error Codes CM 1088 Draft Issue L Step Reverse high speed The tape is stepped reverse at high speed to BOT The size of the steps may be altered by holding the tens or units button None Alternate Forward Reverse high speed The tape is alternated at high speed The size of the steps may be altered by holding the tens or units button None Erase to EOT amp Rewind The tape is erased to EOT at the speed selected by program 11 or 12 The tape is rewound when EOT is reached 89 No write ring 90 No write current Write All Ones to EOT amp Rewind All 1s data is written to EOT with speed as selected by program 11 or 12 density as selected by programs 41 44 The tape is rewound when EOT is detected 89 No write ring 90 No write current Read Forward to EOT low speed The tape is run forward to EOT with the read circuits enabled None Read Forward to EOT high speed The tape is run forward to EOT with the read circuits enabled None Read Reverse to BOT low speed The tape is run reverse at low speed to BOT with the read circuits enabled None Diagnostics 66 Description Error Codes Program 67 Description Warning Error Codes Read Reverse to BOT high speed The tape is run reverse at high speed to BOT with the read circuits enabled Non
67. l the tape is fully rewound onto the supply reel it is then ok to open the loading door When the display indicates READY the loading door may be opened Removing the tape reel during a power failure If power to the 9914V is cut off and it is essential that the reel of tape is recovered without waiting for power to be restored the following procedure enables the user to do so The user should be aware that the time required to rewind the tape increases according to the amount of tape on the take up spool ie the lower fixed reel Set power off This is essential for safety reasons Open the loading door rotate the supply reel anti clockwise until all the tape has been rewound Press the hub release button ie the centre portion of the hub Lift off the unclamped supply reel Close the loading door CM 1088 Draft issue J Operation 3 11 3 6 5 Threading Unthreading Indications These indications occur during threading and unthreading sequences plus some other conditions when the 9914V is under manual control Analyse tape has reached BOT and the data circuits are reading the ident burst to determine it s recorded density BOT Tape is at BOT and threading is complete When set online the display changes to Ld Point and the 9914V is able to respond to host commands DOOR The loading door was open after a threading sequence began HUB LOCK Shortly after threading has been initiated the reel has been clamped o
68. marked with the letter E or coloured green and yellow or marked with the earth symbol En marked with the letter N or coloured black marked with the letter L or coloured red Table 2 2 4 PLUG WIRING OUTSIDE THE USA Note 2 pin plugs are not suitable The earth wire must be grounded for safety reasons The following translations of pin functions and colours is given LIVE brown LIGNE Brun POSITIV Braun NEUTRAL Blue NEUTRE Bleu NEGATIV Blau EARTH Green Yellow TERRE Vert Jaune ERDE Gelb Gr n 2 2 5 Within the USA Connect the cores as tabulated in Table 2 2 5 CM 1088 Draft Issue H Installation and Checkout 2 93 Core which is coloured Must be connected to the terminal in the plug which is green and yellow or half round gold ie the earth green US style lead blue or flat silver ie the neutral white US style lead brown or flat gold ie the live black US style lead Table 2 2 5 PLUG WIRING WITHIN THE USA 2 2 6 DC Supply Connections The customer is required to provide his own connection leads from his supply source to the 9914V Connections are made to the rear of the 9914V to spade connectors There are two male 6 3 mm spade contacts identified and and an adjacent 8 32 insert which takes the 8 32 screw supplied with the 9914V Figure 2 2 6 shows a close up view of the connectors Connecting wire should have a minimum rating of 10 A dc continuous
69. mit flags under the influence of the tension arm spring and the tension arm damper The operator moves the arm against its spring to its far end stop and allows the arm to fly unobstructed to its rest end stop The time displayed is in milli seconds The fly time range of the tension arm is set out in the 9914V Servicing Manual None Servo Settings Check Only a trained service engineer should run this program after removing any tape from the machine as described in the 9914V Servicing Manual Step Forward low speed The tape is stepped forward at low speed to EOT The size of the steps may be altered by holding the tens or units button None Step Reverse low speed The tape is stepped in reverse at low speed to BOT The size of the steps may be altered by holding the tens or units button None Alternate Forward Reverse low speed The tape is run alternately forward reverse at the low speed The size of the steps may be altered by holding the tens or units button None Step Forward high speed The tape is stepped forward at high speed to EOT The size of the steps may be altered by holding the tens or units button None 9914V User Diagnostic Manual CM 1088 Draft Issue H 54 Description Error Codes Program 55 Description Error Codes Program 60 Description Error Codes Program 62 Description Error Codes Program 63 Descr
70. nabled via Config Byte 19 as follows B19b2 9 B19b0 Variable Mode Variable Mode Fixed Mode 256 bytes Fixed Mode 512 bytes Fixed Mode 1K bytes Fixed Mode 4K bytes Fixed Mode 16K bytes Fixed Mode 32K bytes 0000 3 except Inquiry data contains Kennedy style product information Interfaces with Sun workstations Use only if specifically informed TABLE D 1 b SUPER SCSI 4 BIT CODE COMPATIBILITIES This page has no technical content 9914V User Diagnostic Manual CM 1088 Draft Issue L Reader s Comment aielo CER ree an E er Be a b ees Company pp er MIU Comment please reference by section and page number continue overleaf or add additional sheets as necessary Please return to Technical Publications Dept M4 Data Ltd Mendip Court Bath Road Wells BA5 3DH England CM 1088 Draft Issue L Reader s Comment RC i This page has no technical content RC ii 9914V User Diagnostic Manual CM 1088 Draft Issue L
71. nd was accepted at high speed A File Search Reverse command was accepted at low speed A File Search Reverse command was accepted at high speed A File Search Reverse ignoring data command was accepted at low speed A File Search Reverse ignoring data command was accepted at high speed The tape appears to be stuck at the heads Check the cleanliness of the tape path If clean consider discarding that tape No write current was detected in the heads A Write command was accepted at low speed A Write command was accepted at high speed A Write File Mark command was accepted at low speed A Write File Mark command was accepted at high speed Operation 3 4 3 5 3 6 800 NRZ 800 bpi NRZ density 1600 PE 1600 bpi PE density 3200 DPE 3200 bpi double PE density 6250 GCR 6250 bpi GCR density Automatic Self Checks 3 4 1 Power on Checks When power is applied to the 9914V a self check routine of the fundamental functions is automatically initiated to detect failures which would otherwise inhibit its further use The error messages are set out in Section 3 3 1 3 4 2 Other Automatic Checks Continuous power fail checks are made when 9914V is not selected error messages are as for power on checks Note that the host computer can request diagnostic tests when data transfers are not in progress in which case the DIAG legend illuminates while the diagnostics are running Door Interlocks The
72. ng the internal configuration of the 9914V or the read write parameters only service engineers should use these programs If a connector or a printed circuit board is missing a message comes up after power on with two leading asterisks These indications usually require the attention of a service engineer While a diagnostic program is running the program number is continuously displayed in the right hand characters with an Runng on the left Runng 05 indicates that program 05 is running If a test program fails the program number and the appropriate error code are displayed in the form F29 1 failed program 29 error 01 When a test program is successfully executed the program number is prefixed by Pass Pass 12 indicates successful completion of program 12 Where a program requires operator action the required action is scrolled on the display 4 1 5 Program Stacks If an individual selection of programs is required a sequence of programs may be added to the stack by use of the enter button which adds the currently displayed program to the stack To run the stack display program 99 and press run stop The stack is cleared by running program 98 4 1 6 Program Loops To run the stack continuously display program 99 and press enter Then display program 99 and press run stop 4 2 9914V User Diagnostic Manual CM 1088 Draft Issue H b c d a b 4 1 7
73. nterface is implemented by factory fitting a printed edge connector board with the industry compatible two connector layout at the rear of the 9914V 1 4 9914V User Diagnostic Manual CM 1038 Draft Issue 1 7 The Pertec interface supports encoded inputs for various commands the unallocated combinations are used by the Company to provide additional commands for such purposes as controlling the resident diagnostic programs or accessing status byte data the command set and pin connections are both set out in Section 6 This feature gives the user improved control without requiring extra interface lines 1 6 2 SCSI The SCSI interface option is implemented using a single printed circuit board fitted within the 9914 The SCSI interface bus is connected via a shielded socket at the rear of the 9914 Both single ended and differential variants are available 1 6 3 Pertec Cache The buffered cache option is implemented using a single printed circuit board fitted within the 9914 Buffered Pertec interface signals are made via a screened connector box at the rear of the 9914 1 6 4 Super SCSI The Super SCSI interface option is implemented using a single printed circuit board within the 9914 The SCSI interface bus is connected via a shielded socket at the rear of the 9914 Single ended differential and dual variants are available Technical Description The 9914V is constructed around an aluminium alloy deck casting which is
74. nto the supply hub HUB ERR 1 Incorrect seating of the supply reel on the supply hub ERR 2 Incorrect seating of the supply reel the supply hub SOL The located flags are not changing the hub lock solenoid may not have locked the supply hub IN LIMIT tension arm has reached the limit of its travel tape tension has been lost LRG REEL Near the end of the threading sequence the firmware has detected that a large 10 5 inch reel has been used LOADING Reel clamping has been confirmed and tape is being threaded along the tape path LOCATING The positive location of the supply reel is being confirmed MED REEL Near the end of the threading sequence the firmware has detected that a medium 8 5 inch reel has been used NIC Not In Chute during the early stages of threading tape was not detected in the tape path chute the tape end was attracted to the bulk the foam pad had not been removed or the loading fan was not operational NO TAPE After threading had been initiated the reel locating circuits did not conclude successfully ie no tape reel was present on the supply hub NTU No Take Up during the later stages of threading tape was not gripped onto the take up spool No tacho pulses were detected The power up checks have been successfully completed or the 9914V is idle and does not have a fault condition 3 12 9914V User Diagnostic Manual CM 1088 Draft Issue H REELINV During t
75. o the selected diagnostic density to tape then rewinds to BOT 01 Error writing ident at low speed 02 Error writing ARA level burst at low speed 03 Error writing ARA ID burst at low speed 10 Density error status byte F10 defines detail 11 20 As 01 03 at high speed 89 No write ring 90 No write current Command Trace Program 34 is not provided with all firmware revisions n which case No test is displayed when run stop is pressed Allows the last 16 SCSI commands to the 9914V to be examined using the front panel display The displayed format is G cHJsKL interpreted as follows Display Meaning G table number 0 most recent 1 next previous press tens to advance the table number c command HJ command code FFh no command S Status KL completion status FFh no completion status 9914V User Diagnostic Manual CM 1088 Draft Issue H bit zu ts gt dod 0 dec hex byte 0 00 ao Q e 5 Q we we ew em wn ooo wwe lt wn
76. ocks for situations where the host cannot sustain data transfer at high rates the high speed where data is normally transferred on the fly where the host can sustain fast transfers and thereby achieve a high average data rate 1 2 1 Data Rates When a block is being transferred to tape each byte is accepted by the 9914V at a rate determined by the tape speed recording density GCR PE or NRZ and interface unbuffered Pertec SCSI or buffered Pertec At 800 1600 and 6250 bpi the user may select from two streaming speeds The inter relationship of tape speed and synchronous data rate for the unbuffered Pertec interface is detailed in Table 1 1 Where the SCSI or Pertec Cache board is fitted the burst rate may be higher So ee M M M Density NRZ PE DPE GCR bpi 800 1600 3200 6250 Speed Lo Hi Lo Hi Lo Lo Lo Hi Data rates kB s 42 125 ips 33 3 100 66 6 200 200 200 260 781 50 100 ips 40 80 80 160 80 80 312 625 Note 42 ips is actually 41 66 ips 62 ips is actually 62 5 ips TABLE 1 2 9914V DATA RATES Tape Loading In order to load tape into the 9914V the operator has to open the loading door and push the tape reel on the self centring hub in the loading chamber the pushing action both locates the reel and locks it onto the hub The auto threading procedure is usually initiated when the loading door is closed the tape is then threaded tensioned and advanced to BOT which is indic
77. ogram 13 block length maximum 16K as set by program 14 streaming non streaming as set by program 15 or 16 data pattern as set by programs 20 23 failure limits as set by program 24 front panel only density as selected by programs 41 44 01 SCSI or PCI board not detected or incompatible with Data Control firmware 02 IHER status bytes will reveal the cause 03 ICER status bytes will reveal the cause After an error press enter to display the density and speed 89 No write ring 90 No write current Space Reverse N Blocks Spaces reverse over N blocks with low speed automatically selected N as selected by program 13 data content being ignored 01 SCSI or PCI board not detected or incompatible with Data Control firmware 9914V User Diagnostic Manual CM 1088 Draft Issue H 28 Description Error Codes Note Program 29 Description Error Codes Note Program 30 Description Error Codes Program 31 Description Error Codes CM 1088 Draft Issue H Read FWD N Blocks Reads forward N formatted blocks while looking for status errors with speed as selected by program 11 or 12 N as set by program 13 failure limits as set by program 24 front panel only density as selected by programs 41 44 01 SCSI or PCI board not detected or incompatible with Data Control firmware 02 IHER status bytes will reveal the cause 03 ICER status bytes will reveal the cause
78. ogram 23 Note Description Error Codes Program 24 Description Error Codes Verifies the operation of the read and write data lines which are part of the unbuffered Pertec interface by executing a write rewind read sequence and comparing the data 01 SCSI or PCI board not detected or incompatible with Data Control firmware 02 IFBY line in error 03 IRD or IWD line s in error 04 Timeout waiting for IDBY false 89 No write ring Set All Zeros Data Set All Ones Data Set Alternate 1 0 Data Set Pseudo Random Data The SCSI or PCI board must be installed for programs 20 23 to run Used to set the data pattern preferably immediately prior to running program 25 or 26 01 SCSI or PCI board not detected or incompatible with Data Control firmware Set Fail Limits Sets the number of errors which are encountered before programs 25 26 28 or 29 are deemed to have failed when run from the front panel When writing any error causes a backspace amp erase so that each re try takes place over a fresh piece of tape until the re try count is reached or writing is successful When run the limits may be changed by means of the tens and units buttons W Rty number of write re tries per block before fail is logged W Err number of block failures before fail is logged R Rty number of read re tries per block before fail is logged R Err number of block failures before fail is lo
79. olation requirements on the caution label near the power input connectors Rack Mounting The 9914V may be fitted by several methods In a standard 19 inch EIA rack using it s customer specified rack clamps Warning the customer must provide a base tray which supports the weight of the 9914V In a standard 19 inch EIA rack using fixing screws which are inserted from the rear of the front opening and engage with tapped holes in the 9914V s mounting frame In a wider than standard rack using fixing screws which are inserted from the rear of the customer s mounting frame and engage with tapped holes in the 9914V s mounting frame Fitting Precautions It is advisable to ensure that the equipment rack has either a low centre of gravity with the 9914V installed or alternatively has forward protruding feet This precaution is necessary to reduce the possibility of toppling when the 9914V is hinged out It is recommended that the rack be adequately ventilated and that a ventilation panel be fitted at the top Warm air emerges from the louvres at the top of the 9914V Note do not lay the unpacked 9914V on it s back 2 3 1 Fitting Sequence Using Rack Clamps Warning Fit a base tray before starting this procedure Figure 2 3 1 1 shows a rear view of the 9914V and illustrates where the rack clamps are located Check that a base tray is securely fitted and is substantial enough to support the 9914V s weight Warning the tray must
80. ong block 4 Host Data Rate kB s b2 b1 Lo Hi 0 0 0 10 278 0 0 1 30 312 0 1 0 50 357 0 1 1 72 416 1 0 0 100 500 1 0 1 120 625 1 1 0 156 833 1 1 1 193 1250 TABLE C 1 b PERTEC CACHE OPTIONS ENCODING Code compatibility b6 0 0 1 1 b5 M4 Data std emulation STK 2920 emulation QT 14 9905 emulation Look Ahead Read termination b3 b2 0 0 0 1 b1 0 0 1 bO 255 file marks 1 file mark 2 file marks and so on 15 file marks This page has no technical content 9914V User Diagnostic Manual CM 1088 Draft Issue H Super SCSI Options This appendix tabulates the Super SCSI options Detailed descriptions of the options and of the command set are set out in the Super SCSI User Manual Note that this feature differs from the older standard SCSI which uses a different board and has a previous specification CM 1088 Draft Issue J Super SCSI Options D 1 jenug onsouBeig JeS 1 Av L66 1 enss yeiq 8801 WD CUSTOMER OPT SINGLE ENDED FM STATUS WR RD SP SUPER SCSI FITTED DISCONNECT ENABLED CC ON RD SP INTO EOT Note 1 functions are as stated when the bit is set to 1 ATTENTION REPORTING WR FAIL STOP BOT SIDE Note 2 means those bits are not specific to Super SCSI operation Note 3 4 bit code compatibilities are listed in Table D 1 b Note 4 if RS 6000 compatibility is set
81. ostic messages are listed in Section 3 3 4 DENS ERR Selected density is not available programs 82 amp 83 HALT XX run stop was pressed while a program was still running NO KEY The called diagnostic program requires the service key code to be entered before it can run this applies to programs where the internal configuration of the 9914V may be affected by running the program NOTEST Anon existent diagnostic program has been called or the stack was empty when program 99 was called Offline The tape is tensioned and forward of BOT with the 9914V not in diagnostic mode and not online 3 4 9914V User Diagnostic Manual CM 1088 Draft Issue H Pass 05 diagnostic program in this case program 05 has passed Run 51 A diagnostic program in this case program 51 is running STK FULL diagnostic stack is fully loaded with 30 programs TESTOO Diagnostic mode has just been entered 3 3 3 General Indications These indications could occur during offline or online operation messages which are unique to a particular mode eg threading are described in other sections EOT End of tape has been detected the current working area is therefore at or beyond the EOT marker IN LIMIT tension arm has reached the limit of its travel tape tension has usually been lost LID OPEN Threading has been initiated but the tape path cover thumb screw fasteners are not secured Offline The tape is tensioned and fo
82. ough the available densities Whichever density is displayed when DENSITY is released becomes the new recording density during the next online command Online The density setting cannot be updated from the front panel when the 9914V is online but can be checked at any time by pressing the DENSITY button The current setting is shown for a short time before the display reverts to its previous indication 3 14 9914V User Diagnostic Manual CM 1088 Draft Issue L d During Diagnostic Mode Density selection in diagnostics is special because four programs are allocated specifically for this purpose Diagnostic programs operate in conjunction with the Data Control firmware for density selection thus if the 9914V was set to 1600 bpi before diagnostic mode was entered and altered to 6250 bpi during diagnostics it will remain at 6250 bpi on leaving diagnostic mode When running diagnostic programs it is recommended that the density is specifically set by programs 41 44 rather than relying on a previous setting If a program fails and an error of the form F29 Er01 is displayed the current density may be displayed by pressing enter To continue the program it is then necessary to press DIAG to skip the error followed by run stop to continue the program CM 1088 Draft Issue H Operation 3 15 This page has no technical content 9914V User Diagnostic Manual CM 1088 Draft Issue H 4 1 4 Diagnostics The 9914V s d
83. ovided to facilitate take up until the tape is pulled through when the tape up reel is rotated v Close the loading door vi Set power on The threading firmware senses that tape is already threaded and proceeds to check for clamping tension the tape and search for BOT without the operator taking any further action Threading indications and fault messages are set out in Section 3 6 4 3 6 7 Switching off with Tape Threaded It is good practice to ensure that the tape is unthreaded or at least returned to BOT before switching off The reel servo circuits are designed with a dynamic braking effect to prevent tape loops forming following power failures or accidental switching off CM 1088 Draft Issue H Operation 3 13 3 7 3 8 a b c 9914V Problems The operator s display indications are set out in Section 3 3 Read this section to determine whether the 9914V is suitable for further operation if not rewind the tape and unclamp the reel In general it is only necessary to switch off when some obvious hazard is present removing power from one 9914V in a daisy chain configuration may disable the whole configuration Possible causes of failure or loss of tape tension are mains supply interruption when the power is restored allow the tape to re tension as described in Section 3 6 3 b servo fault the tape traverses to one end or remains motionless regardless of any host command or the RESET button tape
84. r PCI board not detected or incompatible with Data Control firmware 02 Head pre amplifier fautt or ADP fault O3 DDP fault 04 ADP fault 12 Interface command not Write 13 Timeout expired while waiting for block 14 Timeout expired while waiting for command from SCSI or PCI board 15 ADP fault no ICER status on 1 track kill 16 DDP fault no ICER status on 1 track kill 17 ADP fault IHER status on 1 track kill 18 DDP fault IHER status on 1 track kill 19 ADP fault no IHER status on 3 track kill 20 DDP fault no IHER status on 3 track kill 21 NRZ selected 22 IFBY reset unexpectedly 89 No write ring 90 No write current ADP E E Check not applicable to NRZ DDP E E Check The SCSI or PCI interface should be removed so that the internal 9914V Pertec interface is free When run from the front panel or over the Pertec interface these programs place the relevant board in E E electronics to electronics mode and set the 9914V to on line status which is not indicated at the front panel in anticipation of one or more interface Write commands The program ends with relevant board taken out of E E mode and the 9914V set off line to the interface When run on line the programs expect one interface Write command Programs 07 amp 08 are designed for use with the SCSI or PCI board removed because the internal 9914V Pertec bus is used CM 1088 Draft Issue K Diagnostics 4 9 Error Codes Program 09
85. r the 9914V has been uncrated it should be visually checked for any damage that may have occurred during transit All items should be checked off against the requirements of the order Preparing for Mains Supply Connection The sections up to 2 2 5 include the checks which should be made before an ac powered 9914V is connected to a mains supply Connection to a dc supply is described in Section 2 2 6 2 2 1 Supply Suitability Checks The ac powered 9914V must be connected to a nearby mains socket outlet or a double pole switch with contact gaps in excess of 3 mm as part of it s installation This is necessary because the 9914V mains switch does not isolate both mains connections The 9914V should be checked for supply setting which is printed on a label at the rear of the machine The actual setting which is visible on the mains input socket see Figure 2 2 2 must match this otherwise the setting must be changed and the fuse rating checked CM 1088 Draft Issue L Installation and Checkout 2 1 ii iii iv b 2 2 2 Supply Voltage Resetting Follow this procedure only if the input voltage selection setting is incompatible with the site supply voltage otherwise go to Wiring the Supply Plug Four ac settings are possible 100 120 V or 220 240 V the input frequency may be between 48 and 62 Hz Note when it is proposed to use the 9914V on the 120 V setting but the supply is known to be consistently below
86. re M4 Data Ltd Lyon Way Frimley Road Camberley Surrey GU16 5ET England Tel 2 6 63401 Fax 27629785 Telex 858237 9914V User Diagnostic Manual CM 1088 Draft Issue H Preface Damage in Transit Unpack the equipment and examine it thoroughly to ascertain whether any damage has occurred in transit Report immediately any such damage to the agent or manufacturer Retain all packing pieces in case a return to manufacturer should be necessary Guarantee All goods manufactured by the Company are guaranteed to the extent hereafter mentioned against defects arising from faulty material or workmanship subject to the goods not having suffered maltreatment or interference The Company s liability under this guarantee is limited to replacing any part or parts found defective within a period as laid down in Company instructions after the date of delivery or installations If goods not of the Company s manufacture are ordered the guarantee of that company is to be accepted Local Agent s Address The address of your local agent is Descriptive Matter and Illustrations Descriptive matter illustrations dimensions and weights issued by the Company are typical and shall not be held as binding The Company reserves the right to alter patterns and designs without notice CM 1088 Draft Issue H Preface amp Contents Table of Contents Section 1 Introduction 1 1 1 2 1 3 1 4 1 5 1 6 1 7 1 8 1 9 1 10 2 1
87. riptions of their functions are set out in the 9914V Product Specification Diagnostic program 68 may be used to examine the full status bytes 4 4 1 Status Byte Encoding Byte F17 base models are encoded as follows bit 7 bit 6 bit 5 bit 4 Base model 9800 9903 8900 8924 reserved 9914 includes 9914V 4 26 9914V User Diagnostic Manual CM 1088 Draft Issue H CM 1088 Draft Issue This page has no technical content the status bytes begin on page 28 Diagnostics 8c V jenuey onsouBeiq 2957 Av 166 enss yeaa 8801 WO 1 2 7 WRITE ERROR LOG B B F3 2 5 2 4 2 3 DIAG PROG No Le i 245 2 4 2 3 F2 READ ERROR LOG F4 2 DIAG ERR CODE 2 6 2 6 2 5 2 4 F5 TRACK IN ERR PE TIE 4 TIE 3 TIE 7 TIE 6 TIE 5 F6 0 IDENT CER VPE SKEW MTE H ERR PE GCR always FOUND F6 1 LRCE HARD ERR NRZ always F7 REJECT INCOMPLETE SUPP TO F6 LIMIT F8 RWFAIL RRD BOT FSR BOT DATA GLITCH GAP IN NOT NO BLOCK R A W DATA WRITING NON URGE UL ui B TABLE 4 4 a FULL STATUS BYTES 01 TO 09 FALSE POSTAMBLE PREAMBLE EARLY DENSITY EOT ERROR FILE MARK LAST BLOCK INTERFACE WRT PARITY BLANK TAPE IFEN EOTLIM CMD m 4 m enssi 8801 WO sonsouDeiq ec v F17 reserved Byte F14 encoding Byte F15 encoding bit7 bit7 bit6 0 0 Analyse found known density 0
88. rward of BOT with the 9914V not in diagnostic mode and not online OK The 9914V does not have a fault condition ONLINE 9914V is online to the host and able to respond to host commands READY has been threaded and the 9914V is ready to accept host commands REWIND The tape is rewinding following either host or operator Rewind command this operation completes at BOT If RESET is pressed during rewinding tape motion stops and the REWIND indication is replaced by Offline REW UNLD An operator Rewind amp Unload ie Unthread command has been given by holding RESET depressed while RWD UNL is depressed UNLOAD An unload ie unthreading sequence is in progress following the pressing of the RWD UNL button while BOT was indicated As the unthreading sequence nears completion the reel is unclamped and the display briefly indicates OK before indicating READY which is the completion of unthreading Forward tape motion is in progress usually displayed when a diagnostic program is running Reverse tape motion is in progress usually displayed when a diagnostic program is running CM 1088 Draft Issue H Operation 3 5 3 3 4 Online Indications The following indications can occur when the 9914V is online but not running diagnostics Generally the display remains until the next command is received Blank A forward Read or Space interface command has been terminated after 9 m 30 ft of blank tape ie no
89. s area ch ch oet ae ce ste CE a beue ele Er LCS 3 3 The8 Character 3 81 Power up Indications 3 8 2 Diagnostic Indications 3 8 8 General Indications 3 34 lt 5 3 4 Automatic 5 3 41 Power onChecks 42 Other Automatic 5 3 5 5 3 6 Loading and Unloading 36 1 General Polen Sue Yd bem m Sole 3 6 2 Power on Procedure 3 6 3 Loading the 3 6 4 Demounting the Tape 3 6 5 Threading Unthreading Indications 3 6 6 Threading 3 6 8 Switching off with Tape Threaded 3 7 9914V Problems eS un Rm le uid REED E 3 8 Density Selection Interrogation Section 4 Diagnostics 4 1 Diagnostics from the Operator s Panel 4 1 1 Operator Diagnostics 4 1 2 Diagnostics Mode 4 4 8 Program Selection 4 1 4 RunningaProgram 4 1 5 Program 5
90. s Fixed Mode 4K bytes Fixed Mode 16K bytes Fixed Mode 32K bytes As 3 except Inquiry data contains Kennedy style product information Interfaces with Sun workstations Use only if specifically informed TABLE B 1 e SCSI 4 BIT CODE COMPATIBILITIES C PCI Options This appendix tabulates the Pertec Cache Interface PCI options Detailed descriptions of the options and of the operating modes are set out in the PCI User Manual CM 1088 Draft Issue H PCI Options C 1 tenue onsouDeig Jesf AvL66 enss 8801 WO CACHE OPTIONS FROM NVR PERTEC CACHE 13 14 LOWER HOST LDG EDGE IGO CACHE A DATA RATES SETS IFBY 15 CACHE B 17 CACHE C Note 1 functions are as stated when the bit is set to 1 Note 2 means those bits are not specific to cache operation PARITY CACHE MODE CONTROL NOT CHECKED IEOT WHEN MARKER SEEN RETRY COUNT HOST DATA RATE LOOK AHEAD READ TERMINATION consecutive file marks see next page ELECTRONIC RAMP DELAY TABLE 1 PERTEC CACHE OPTIONS PROM 123707 revision 04 enss 8801 WO suondo 19 Retry count b2 b3 0 write 4 read 16 write 4 read 32 write 8 read 48 write 12 read Electronic ramp delay 0 ms 2 ms 4 ms 8 ms read 120 ms write Cache mode control b1 0 0 Normal cache 2 0 1 Non cache 1 1 0 Reserved 3 1 1 Non cache l
91. s displayed until an acceptable command is received exceptionally if BOT is found during a Reverse Read BOT is displayed Placing the 9914V offline removes Reject from the display Rev Read Reverse Read command was accepted with data transfer at low speed 3 6 9914V User Diagnostic Manual CM 1088 Draft Issue H Rev Read A Reverse Read command was accepted with data transfer at high speed Rewind REW UNLD SecErase Sense SpcFwd SpcFwd SpcRev SpcRev Srch Fig Srch Fig Srch Fwd Srch Fwd Srch Rev Srch Rev Srch Rig Srch Rig STUCK xx Write Write Write 4 Write FM Write FM CM 1088 Draft Issue H Tape is rewinding to BOT A Rewind amp Unload ie Unthread command has been given the sequence rewinds tape to BOT and then continues until the tape is fully on the supply reel and the reel unclamped The ONLINE legend then extinguishes An Security Erase command was accepted The condensed status bytes were accessed A Space Forward command was accepted at low speed A Space Forward command was accepted at high speed A Space Reverse command was accepted at low speed A Space Reverse command was accepted at high speed A file search forward ignoring data command was accepted at low speed A file search forward ignoring data command was accepted at high speed A File Search Forward command was accepted at low speed A File Search Forward comma
92. seconds Power on health check Other indicators flash momentarily OK Momentary Health check ok LOCATING ONLINE Several seconds Checking a tape reel is present supply hub rotates anti clockwise NO TAPE Momentary Reel not detected on the SU hub Scrolled Tape reel may now be clamped message see next section The message begins To load tape press LD ONL TABLE 3 6 2 9914V POWER ON SEQUENCE 3 6 3 Loading the Tape Reel Power on without a tape reel clamped When there was no tape reel in the loading chamber follow this procedure otherwise follow the instructions in b below Select a reel of tape Ensure that the Write Enable ring is either fitted to permit writing or removed to prevent over writing of existing data Ensure the tape end is free for new reels remove the adhesive strip and or rubber block which constrains the free end to the tape pack At the end of the power on sequence described in Section 3 6 2 the loading door may then be opened to mount the tape reel on the supply hub It is advisable to wait for the scrolled message before mounting a tape reel in case an internal fault prohibits further use Place the tape reel on the self centering supply hub with the Write Enable ring towards the casting CM 1088 Draft Issue L Operation 3 9 vi Close the loading door Press LD ONL Events should follow the sequence of Table 3 6 3 from LOADING Should tape loading malfunction th
93. ss valid in the range 0 to 7 Warning there are configuration bytes numbered beyond 05 but these may re configure the 9914V so as to alter its response to the host or change the format of recorded data Configuration bytes 06 to 17 should only be changed by personnel who are fully conversant with the system these engineer options are listed under diagnostic program 67 in Section 4 and tabulated in Appendix A 2 4 3 Analogue Data Paths Board There are no switch or link option settings on this board 2 4 4 Digital Data Paths Board There are no switch or link option settings on this board The potentiometers are set during manufacture they must not be subsequently adjusted in the field 2 4 5 Optional Interface Boards When an optional interface board is fitted the user should refer to the appropriate manual SCSI Interface User Manual 121780 Pertec Cache Interface Product Description 121789 Super SCSI Interface User Manual 124658 2 12 9914V User Diagnostic Manual CM 1088 Draft Issue K 2 5 ii iii iv v vi vii 2 6 ii iii iv Initial Checkout The user who is not already familiar with the 9914V controls and indicators is advised at this point to read Section 3 to gain some familiarity with the 9914V s operations To prove the 9914V s integrity Check that the 9914V s supply voltage selection is correct see Section 2 2 1 Remove any protective packaging from the read write heads
94. ter block gaps IBG The microprocessor controlled servos together with the tacho which is driven by the contact of the tape around its roller and tape position encoder accurately reposition the tape allowing relatively long stop and start distances to be used with space back routines Following a stop a space back reposition sequence is implemented to a point where the tape can achieve streaming speed before the next block see Figure 1 8 o 23 BLOCK INTER BLOCK GAP BLOCK FIRST COMMAND gt RE INSTRUCT 6 DATA BYTE TIME gt 8 H FIGURE 1 8 SIMPLIFIED REPOSITION CYCLE 1 9 Data Capacity Table 1 9 a shows lengths of tape normally supplied on standard tape reels Reel diameter Tape length feet inches 1 5 mil 1 0 mil TABLE 1 9 a TAPE LENGTHS 1 6 9914V User Diagnostic Manual CM 1088 Draft Issue H Table 1 9 b shows unformatted data capacities and illustrates the variation of formatted capacity in Mbytes with block size assuming an IBG of 0 6 inch at 800 through 3200 bpi and 0 4 inch at 6250 bpi Density length Unformatted Formatted capacity bpi feet capacity 1K 8K 64K 800 600 5 7 3 9 5 4 800 2400 23 15 21 800 3600 34 23 32 1600 600 11 5 7 10 11 1600 2400 46 22 40 45 1600 3600 69 34 61 68 3200 600 23 7 8 18 22 3200 2400 92 31 74 89 3200 3600 138 46 111 134 6250 600 45 12 33 43 6250 2400 180 50 135 172 6250 3600 270 75 203 258
95. the unit execute the procedure from the READY indication of Table 3 6 3 9914V User Diagnostic Manual CM 1088 Draft Issue J ii iii iv b ii iii iv v 3 6 4 Unloading the Tape Reel Removing the tape reel with power on Note 1 if the unthreading sequence is commenced inadvertently it can be cancelled by first pressing the RESET then pressing LD ONL to resume threading in order to resume the tape will probably move to BOT Note 2 for tape protection place the reel of tape in a dust proof cover and store in a safe place To avoid loss of data check that the host computer is not accessing the 9914V If the dispaly shows Offline unloading may proceed without loss of data but many of the indications in Section 3 3 4 suggest that data transfer is still in progress Tape motion also suggests that data transfer is still in progress Set the 9914V offline by pressing RESET or if in diagnostic mode press the DIAG control once to leave diagnostic mode ie the DIAG legend not illuminated Note if the 9914V does not go offline immediately RESET is pressed it may be because the SCSi or buffer contains partly processed data That process will continue to completion before the offline condition is allowed do not assume the RESET button has a fault If Offline is displayed hold RESET depressed while RWD UNL is pressed the tape rewinds with REW UNLD indicated through BOT unti
96. tings which are assigned to diagnostic mode at power up as follows as set by config byte English 25519 FF1g 4096 bytes If power is removed from the 9914V diagnostic mode will revert to default status when the power is restored Diagnostics Via the Interface This section deals with the running of programs via the Pertec interface The host can command the 9914V to run any of the programs between 00 to 31 these may be run singly entered into a stack or a preset stack of programs can be run The user may wish to utilise diagnostics during idle moments when data transfers or searches are not required Note because some diagnostic programs write data to tape it is good practice to load a scratch tape before invoking diagnostic mode Interface Diagnostic Features Interface diagnostics function without operator intervention Host is able to ascertain machine integrity prior to data dumps Hard error IHER sets if a test fails remains clear when a test passes Machine integrity can be tested by use of non corruptive tests ie data is not written to the tape Status byte s may be accessed by the host to reveal error counts failing program number and or detailed failure causes Diagnostics may also be run over the SCSI interface The principles are very similar and use the Send Diagnostic and Receive Diagnostic Results commands details of which are set out in the SCSI User Manuals 4 2 1 Running a Program Stack
97. ttern used by program 01 to be selected for its exclusive use The defaults are tabulated next Program Condition s 13 N 50 14 Block length 4K 15 Set non streaming 23 Pseudo random data W Rty 4 W Err 4 R Rty 0 R Err 0 Program 10 may be used if the required pre conditions differ from those 9914V User Diagnostic Manual CM 1088 Draft Issue K Error Codes Notes Program 11 Note Description Error Codes Program 12 Description Error Codes Program 13 Note Description Operator Host Error Codes The value of N is first presented to be changed by the method of program 13 or skipped by pressing DENSITY the block length is presented second to be changed by the method of program 14 or skipped by pressing DENSITY the data pattern is presented third to be changed by pressing units until the required pattern is displayed before pressing DENSITY or run stop to set that pattern None Once program 10 has been run and the data pattern set program 01 uses that pattern until power is removed even if programs 20 23 are run No purpose is served by running program 10 across the interface since all its features are available via specific diagnostic programs Set High Speed High tape speed is not available at 3200 bpi density Program 11 sets the higher tape speed prior to starting other programs When run Hi speed is displayed for 1 second None Set Low Speed T
98. ual CM 1088 Draft Issue H Pertec Interface Both the unbuffered and buffered Pertec Cache Interface signals are brought out via connectors mounted on an extension at the rear of the 9914V Both interfaces use the familiar Pertec layout two dual 25 way printed edge connectors P1 and P2 both numbered 1 to 50 Pin assignments are listed in Tables 6 1 and 6 2 Command codings are listed in Table 6 3 c DEGERE ETT Plug Pin Mnemonic Signal name 1 4 3 ILWD Last word 1 6 5 IWD4 Write Data 4 1 8 7 IGO initiate Command 1 10 9 IWDO Write Data 0 1 12 11 IWD1 Write Data 1 1 14 13 Reserved 1 18 17 IREV Reverse Forward 1 20 19 IREW Rewind 1 22 21 IWDP Write Data Parity 1 24 23 IWD7 Write Data 7 1 26 25 IWDS Write Data 3 1 28 27 IWD6 Write Data 6 1 30 29 IWD2 Write Data 2 1 32 31 IWD5 Write Data 5 1 34 33 IWRT Write Read 1 36 35 Reserved 1 38 37 IEDIT Edit 1 40 39 IERASE Erase 1 42 41 IWFM Write File Mark 1 46 45 ITADO Transport Address 0 2 18 17 IFEN Formatter Enable 2 24 23 IOFL Off line 2 46 45 ITAD1 Transport Address 1 2 48 47 IFAD Formatter Address 2 50 49 IHISP High Speed Select Notes The ground pin associated with each signal pin is in brackets For compatibility with similar Pertec interfaces PL1 pin 36 and PL2 pin 50 can be transposed by implementation of a configuration option See Appendix A TABLE 6 1 INPUT PIN ASSIGNMENTS CM 1088 Draft Issu

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