topic Re: Problem with the Tape Loader in Operating System - OpenVMS

Problem with the Tape Loader

iman_1 — Wed, 22 Nov 2006 10:03:33 GMT

Dear All,

I am having a problem with my tape loader a 7 tape loader, connected to a tape drive TZ87. Now the problem is tape loader does load the first tape from the slot but as soon as the first tape is dismounted the second tape does not get loaded automatically, which previously was the case. Any ideas on the resons behind the strange anomaly ?

Cheers,
iman

Re: Problem with the Tape Loader

Volker Halle — Wed, 22 Nov 2006 10:47:58 GMT

Iman,

the loader must be configured to use Sequential Mode. Check the owner's guide.

AFAIK this may depend on the key-switch position. What kind of loader is this ?

Volker.

Re: Problem with the Tape Loader

Kris Clippeleyr — Wed, 22 Nov 2006 10:48:45 GMT

Iman,
Doesn't the tape loader have a key on the front that should be placed in a certain position? I vaguely remember that after closing the hatch the key had to be positioned correctly for the tapes to be loaded one after the other.
Regards,
Kris (aka Qkcl)

Re: Problem with the Tape Loader

Volker Halle — Wed, 22 Nov 2006 10:59:33 GMT

Iman,

the TZ877 must be in OCP Disabled mode or in Automatic Mode to automatically load the cartridge from the next slot. This is controlled by the Mode Select Key switch.

Pointer to Service manual:

http://vt100.net/mirror/mds-199909/cd3/tape/tz877sma.pdf

Volker.