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System Requirements........................................................................................ 2
Basic Troubleshooting..................................................................................... 13
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Travan Portable USB Tape Drive User’s Guide
Preface
Audience
Purpose
This manual is written for users of the Travan Portable USB Tape Drive.
This document provides information about the Travan Portable USB
Tape Drive including:
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Installing the drive
Basic operations
Maintenance
Troubleshooting
Document
This document is organized as follows:
Organization
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Chapter 1, Overview, provides an overview of the Travan Portable
USB Tape Drive and installation instructions.
Chapter 2, Basic Operations, describes how to operate and care for
your tape drive and cartridges..
Chapter 6, Running the Demonstration Programs, troubleshooting
tips and technical support information.
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Notational
This manual uses the following conventions:
Conventions
Note: Notes emphasize important information related to the main
topic.
Caution: Cautions indicate potential hazards to equipment and are
included to prevent damage to equipment.
Warning: Warnings indicate potential hazards to personal safety and
are included to prevent injury.
Contacts
Quantum company contacts are listed below.
Quantum Corporate Headquarters
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To order documentation on the Travan Portable USB Tape Drive or other
products contact:
Quantum Corporation
P.O. Box 57100
Irvine, CA 92619-7100
(949) 856-7800
(800) 284-5101
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To comment on existing documentation send e-mail to:
Quantum Home Page
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Visit the Quantum home page at:
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Customer Support
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The Quantum Customer Support Department provides a 24-hour help
desk that can be reached at:
North/South America:
Asia/Pacific Rim:
(949) 725-2100 or (800) 284-5101
(International Code) + 61 7 3839 0988
(International Code) + 44 (0) 1256 848748
Europe/Middle East/Africa:
Send faxes for the Customer Support Department to:
North/South America:
Asia/Pacific Rim:
(949) 725-2176
(International Code) + 61 7 3839 0955
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Europe/Middle East/Africa:
Send e-mail for the Customer Support Department to:
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Visit our web site:
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Chapter 1
1Introduction and Installation
This chapter provides a description of the Quantum Travan Portable USB
Tape Drive and installation procedures.
Introduction
1
The Quantum Travan Portable USB tape drive is available in 20GB and
40GB models, with capacities of up to 20 and 40 Gbytes, respectively
(based on 2:1 data compression). For a list of the tape formats supported
Note: You cannot use TR-1, TR-2, TR-3 or QIC-80 tapes with either
the 20GB or the 40GB drive. In addition, you cannot use TR-4
tapes in the 40GB drive.
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System Requirements
System Requirements
1
Following are the system requirements for the Quantum Travan Portable
USB Tape Drive.
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Windows 98, Windows Me, Windows 2000, Windows 2003, or
Windows XP operating system
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At least one unused USB port
Note: For the Travan 40 GB, a high speed USB 2.0 port is
strongly recommended. USB 1.1 ports are available on
most PCs and laptops manufactured after 1998; USB add-
on boards are also readily available at computer stores.
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CD-ROM drive (for software installation)
Installing the Drive
1
Following is the installation procedure for the Quantum Travan Portable
USB Tape Drive.
1 Boot up your computer
Your computer should be powered on and the operating system
should be fully loaded before you attach the USB drive.
2 Pre-install the USB driver (Windows 98/Windows Me only)
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If you are attaching the tape drive to a computer running
Windows 98 or Windows Me, you must pre-install the drivers
from the Resource CD:
From My Computer on the Windows desktop, navigate to your
CD-ROM drive that contains the Resource CD and go to the
Travan USB directory.
Run the TPP Storage Driver program by double-clicking
tppinst.exe. Follow the online wizard instructions to install the
complete driver set.
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3 Set up the drive
operate in a horizontal position (with the label facing down) or in a
vertical position (supported by the drive stand, with the label facing
to the left). When mounting the drive in the drive stand, make sure
that the two tabs in the drive stand lock into the two slots in the side
of the drive. Do not move the drive while it is running.
Figure 1 Travan
Portable USB Tape
Drive
4 Connect the power adapter to the drive
Make sure the drive is turned off. Attach the small, round power
cord into the transformer and then plug the other end into a wall
socket or power strip.
Figure 2 Connecting a
Power Adapter
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5 Turn on the drive
Move the power switch on the back of the drive to the ON (up)
Figure 3 Turning on
the Drive
6 Connect the USB cable
a
b
Attach the other end to your computer’s USB port.
system may look different.
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Figure 4 Connecting a
USB Cable
7 Install the appropriate driver
Driver for Windows XP/Windows 2003
If you are running Windows XP or Windows 2003, after Windows
finds the plug and play device, the Found New Hardware wizard
will open.
a
b
c
Select Install from a list or specific location, click Next.
Select Don't search, I will choose driver to install, click Next.
On the hardware type screen, scroll through the list, select Tape
Drives, click Next.
d
Select the device driver you want to install:
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Manufacturer: (standard tape drives)
Model: IDE (QIC-157) tape drives
e
f
Click Yes through the update driver warning.
Select Finish.
g
In the Windows Device Manager (from the Control Panel):
1 Double-click on System
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Select the Hardware tab
3 Click on the Device Manager button) to make sure that the
tape drive is listed.
Driver for Windows 2000
a
If you are running Windows 2000, after Windows finds the plug
and play device, the Found New Hardware wizard will open. Click
Next.
b
c
d
e
f
Insert the Certance Resource CD, if not already inserted, into
your CD-ROM drive. If it autoruns, click the Exit button.
In "Install Hardware Device Drivers," select Search for a suitable
driver for my device (recommended), then click Next.
In Locate Device Drivers check the CD-ROM drives box and
uncheck the other boxes. Click Next.
In Driver Files Search Results you should see: Windows found a
driver for this device. ...\tw157.inf. Click Next.
In Completing the Found New Hardware Wizard you should see
The wizard has finished installing the software for: USB tape drive
(QIC-157). Click Finish.
g
Go into the Windows Device Manager (from the Control Panel,
double-click on System, then select the Hardware tab, then click
on the Device Manager button) to make sure that the tape drive is
listed.
8 Remove the Certance Resource CD from your CD-ROM drive and
insert the TapeWare CD
Follow the instructions to install TapeWare.
Congratulations! Your new Travan Portaboe USB tape drive is now
instructions on using your backup software, see the online manual that
came with the software.
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Chapter 2
2Operation and Maintenance
This chapter describes the operation and maintenance of your Quantum
Travan Portable USB Tape Drive.
Caution: Always close the backup software before unplugging the
tape drive’s power cord or USB connector. If you do not
close the program you may lose data.
Loading and Unloading Cartridges
2
On the front of your drive is an opening with a hinged door for inserting
Travan cartridges. Next to the door is the drive-activity light (which
doubles as an eject button on the Travan 40GB drive).
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Travan cartridges must be inserted in the drive with the metal
baseplate facing down (if the drive is horizontal) or left (if the drive is
The loading and unloading procedures are different for the 20GB and
40GB drives.
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Loading and Unloading Cartridges
Table 1 Loading a
Cartridge
Travan 20GB Drives Push the cartridge firmly into the drive until it
stops (about 1/3 of the cartridge remains visible
outside the drive).
Travan 40GB Drives Push the cartridge gently into the drive until it is
gripped by the drive mechanism and pulled
into the drive.
Figure 5 Loading a
Cartridge
Drive power light
Drive activity light
Caution: Do not remove a tape cartridge while the drive-activity light
is on. If the drive-activity light has gone out but you
believe your backup or restore operation did not
complete, repeat the operation before removing the
cartridge.
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Table 2 Unloading a
cartridge
Travan 20GB Drives
Travan 40GB Drives
Wait until the drive-activity light is OFF.
Grasp the exposed sides of the cartridge and
pull the cartridge straight out.
Make sure the drive-activity light is OFF.
Push the Drive-Activity Light/Eject button.
When the cartridge has been ejected by the
drive, grasp the exposed sides of the cartridge
and carefully pull the cartridge straight out.
Handling Travan Cartridges
2
Although Travan tape cartridges are ruggedly built, they must be
handled with care. Observe the following precautions:
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Store cartridges in their protective cases when you are not using
them.
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Keep cartridges away from dust, dirt and moisture.
Keep cartridges away from direct sunlight and heat sources, such as
radiators or warm air ducts.
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Do not expose cartridges to temperature extremes or rapid changes in
temperature.
Keep cartridges away from sources of electromagnetic fields, such as
telephones, computer monitors, printers, dictation equipment,
mechanical or printing calculators, motors or bulk erasers.
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Do not open the tape access door of a cartridge or touch the tape
itself. One fingerprint can prevent the drive from reading informa-
tion on the tape.
Note: For additional handling recommendations, see the literature
included with your tape cartridge.
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Chapter 2 Operation and Maintenance
Retensioning Tapes
Retensioning Tapes
2
Travan tapes must be retensioned frequently to ensure data integrity and
optimize drive performance. Retensioning involves running the entire
tape through the drive, from beginning to end.
For optimum performance, cartridges used for daily backups should be
retensioned prior to each use. Your backup software automatically
retensions the tape before each backup and restore operation. However, if
you ever have a problem reading a tape, manual retensioning (using your
backup software) may solve the problem.
We recommend retensioning whenever a cartridge:
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Is being used for the first time
Has not been used for over a month
Has been dropped
Has been shipped
Has been exposed to a significant change in temperature
Write-Protecting Cartridges
2
Travan cartridges feature a write-protect or lock switch near the upper
left corner of the cartridge. When the write-protect switch is in the
and reading. When the write-protect switch is in the locked position, the
drive can read data from the cartridge, but cannot write to the cartridge.
Cartridges are usually shipped from
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Recommended Tape Cartridges
Figure 6 Write-
Unlocked
Protecting a Cartridge
Locked
Recommended Tape Cartridges
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Note: For best results, use Quantum-branded data and cleaning
cartridges, which are tested and certified to meet strict
performance and quality specifications defined by Quantum
engineers.
The following table lists the types of tape cartridges that can be used with
the Quantum Travan 20GB and 40GB drives.
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Cleaning the Tape Drive Mechanism
Table 3 Compatible
Tape Cartridges
Tape Drive
Compatible Formats
Tape Capacity
Travan 20GB drive
Read/write:
Read only:
Travan 20 (TR-5)
QIC-3220
20 Gbytes
20 Gbytes
(all other tape formats
are incompatible)
Travan 40GB drive
Read/write:
Travan 40
40 Gbytes
20 Gbytes
Read only:
Travan 20 (TR-5)
(all other tape formats
are incompatible)
Note: Tape capacities listed in this table are based on 2:1 data
compression. Capacities, backup speeds and transfer rates will
vary with file type and system configuration.
Cleaning the Tape Drive Mechanism
2
We recommend periodic cleaning of the tape drive mechanism using an
approved dry-process Travan cleaning cartridge. Generally, the more
severe the operating conditions (the greater the amount of dust or
moisture in the air), the more often the drive should be cleaned. Be sure to
clean the drive immediately if you observe an increase in the number of
errors while running your backup software, or if a cleaning message is
displayed.
With the newer generation of Travan tape drive heads used in these
drives, only the dry-process cleaning-cartridge method is recommended.
This method does not involve any flammable materials and provides a
clean recording surface by wiping away debris as the cleaning material
passes across the recording head.
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Chapter 3
3Troubleshooting
If you have problems installing or operating your drive, please read
through this section and try the proposed solutions.
Basic Troubleshooting
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If your computer does not recognize your tape drive, first make sure of
the following:
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The power and USB cables are attached firmly.
The computer and tape drive are turned on before you attach the
drive to your computer.
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You have installed the backup software properly.
If your computer still does not see the tape drive, see Advanced
Note: If you have successfully installed the drive and software, but
later encounter problems, see Tape Operations
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Advanced Troubleshooting
Advanced Troubleshooting
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Make sure you are using a supported version of Windows.
Windows 95 and Windows NT do not support USB devices.
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Make sure that the tape drive is connected to the AC power source
and switched on before you connect it to the computer.
If your computer has more than one USB connector, try switching the
tape drive to the unused connector.
For the Travan 40GB, a high speed USB 2.0 interface is strongly
recommended.
To enable this interface, you may need to install a Windows system
upgrade from the Microsoft web site (www.microsoft.com).
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For Windows 98 or Windows Me, check to make sure that you are
using the USB driver supplied on the Quantum Resource CD.
Open the Windows Control Panel (Start > Settings > Control Panel)
and double-click the Add New Hardware icon.
Choose the option that allows the system to search for your USB tape
drive automatically. This may allow the system to find your new
drive.
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Check to make sure that your USB controller is listed in the Windows
Device Manager.
To open the Device Manager:
a
Click My Computer with the right mouse button and select
Properties from the menu.
b
Click the Device Manager tab.
Your USB controller should be listed under Universal Serial Bus
Controllers. The Windows 98 and Windows 2000/Windows XP
device is not listed, recheck the cables and try the other
troubleshooting suggestions listed here.
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Figure 7 Locating
Your USB Controller
(Windows 98)
Figure 8 Locating
Your USB Controller
(Windows 2000 or
Windows XP)
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If you are using the Travan 40GB tape drive, make sure that the
Windows Device Manager shows a USB 2.0 Root Hub.
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Tape Operations Troubleshooting
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If you have multiple USB devices, you may be able to resolve
potential USB driver conflicts by disconnecting all USB devices, then
restarting your computer in Safe Mode (press F8 during reboot).
Right-click your tape drive in Device Manager, then select Remove.
Restart your computer. After the computer has booted up, attach the
tape drive to the USB port so that the system can rediscover it.
Tape Operations Troubleshooting
3
3
If the tape drive “shoeshines” or “shuffles” (stopping and starting
frequently) during backups, try the following troubleshooting
procedures:
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Make sure that no other programs (including anti-virus programs)
are running while you perform the backup.
Try turning off or disconnecting any devices that may be sharing the
USB port with the tape drive.
If you are using a Travan 40GB drive, a Hi-Speed USB 2.0 port is
strongly recommended. An add-in Hi-Speed USB 2.0 adapter card is
available at most computer dealers.
If, after a period of successful operation, the tape drive appears to
fail during a backup or restore:
3
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Check to make sure all the power and USB cables are securely
connected.
Retension the tape, as described in the manual for your backup
software.
Turn off the computer. Wait for the computer to power down and
then restart the system. Rerun the backup software, making sure that
no other programs (such as virus scanners) are running.
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Remove the cartridge and then reinsert it into the drive.
Try a different cartridge—preferably one that has never been used
before.
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Make sure you are using the correct type of tape cartridge, see table 3
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You cannot use TR-4 tapes with the Travan 40GB drive.
You cannot use TR-1, TR-2, TR-3 or QIC-80 tapes with either the
Travan 20GB or 40GB drives.
Clean the tape mechanism, see Cleaning the Tape Drive Mechanism
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Appendix A
ADisposal of Electronic
and Electrical Equipment
This symbol on the product or on its
packaging indicates that this product
should not be disposed of with your other
waste. Instead, it should be handed over to
a designated collection point for the
recycling of electrical and electronic
equipment. The separate collection and
recycling of your waste equipment at the time of disposal
will help to conserve natural resources and ensure that it is
recycled in a manner that protects human health and the
environment. For more information about where you can
drop off your waste equipment for recycling, please visit
local government authority, your household waste disposal
service or the business from which you purchased the
product.
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Appendix A Disposal of Electronic and Electrical Equipment
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