Dat320 encryption test, Device analysis test, Dat320 encryption test device analysis test – HP StoreEver TapeAssure Software User Manual
Page 108: Dat320 encyption test
When to run
Run this test when you want to verify that data compression is working
properly.
Average duration
< 10 minutes
Other notes
Test will overwrite all data on the media.
Available for
All tape products (drive and automation) supported by L&TT
DAT320 Encryption test
Description
This test checks that the encryption capabilities of the DAT320 drive are
working correctly. Data is written and read using different combinations
of encryption mode, decryption mode, and using both invalid and valid
keys, checking for the correct response from the drive in each case. The
tape is checked at the beginning of the test to ensure that it will correctly
support encryption and may therefore be used as a test tape.
NOTE:
For instructions on how to perform this test, see
or
Running the tests (CSI) (page 73)
When to run
Run this test if you want to ensure that encryption is working correctly
for the DAT320 drive.
Average duration
4 to 5 minutes
Other notes
Test will overwrite all data on the media.
Available for
DAT320 tape drives.
Device Analysis test
Description
The Device Analysis test runs a device-specific script that carries
out a detailed examination of the device. The test examines all
available logs from the device to look for any known issues,
customer use issues, and common error patterns. The test also
provides summary information and presents suggestions as to the
cause of certain errors and any remedial actions the user should
take. This option is particularly useful if you suspect that there may
be a problem with the device.
The Device Analysis test can be executed manually through the Tests
screen or automatically whenever a support ticket is generated. The
Device Analysis test is unique among all the tests offered by L&TT.
In addition to performing SCSI operations directly on a device, the
Device Analysis test uses a set of predefined, device-specific rules
to analyze device logs and configurations. If any known issues are
discovered during the analysis, the user is notified of the problem
and the program suggests an appropriate course of action.
The Device Analysis test automates failure analysis of a device by
determining
•
whether a known or unknown problem with a device exists
•
if the problem can be resolved in the field through maintenance
or simple repair
•
whether a device needs to be returned or serviced
NOTE:
For instructions on how to perform this test, see
or
Running the tests (CSI) (page 73)
.
108 Tests and utility functions