TZ877 Series Magazine Tape Subsystem

The TZ877 Magazine Tape Subsystem Owner’s Manual (Order Number: EK–TZ877–OM. A01) provides a complete guide for the TZ877 electromechanical tape subsystem. The document covers:

• System Overview: Describes hardware components (loader assembly, magazine, TZ87 drive, SCSI controller), operating modes (OCP Disabled, Automatic, Manual, Service), and storage specifications.
• Operation: Details the power-on process, the use of the Operator Control Panel (OCP), and procedures for loading, unloading, and selecting tape density. It includes instructions for cartridge insertion and magazine removal.
• Configuration: Explains how to configure the subsystem on the SCSI bus, including instructions for setting the SCSI ID and disabling parity.
• Error Handling: Outlines troubleshooting for magazine and loader faults, as well as general operational issues.
• Maintenance: Provides procedures for head cleaning using the CleaningTape III cartridge.
• System Integration: Appendices cover command-line operation for both VMS and ULTRIX operating systems, including scripts for unattended backups and maximum performance tuning.