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Glossary, Al_pa, Backup software – HP 20-Feb User Manual

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A

AL_PA

Arbitrated loop physical address

B

backup software

Software that runs on the host computer that is used to track data backups and

execute library functions.

board

A printed circuit assembly (PCA). Also called a card or adapter.

bulk load

A way to load magazine slots with tapes. Usually refers to the initial loading of

the library.

bus

A common data path over which data is transported.

C

calibration

A routine that is run immediately after a tape cartridge is loaded, in order to

determine if the tape is blank or written, compatible with the drive, and

capable of being written and read.

cleaning tape

A tape that is used only for cleaning a drive.

D

DLT

Digital Linear Tape; a family of tape device and media technologies developed

by Quantum Corporation.

drawer

The area of the library that contains the magazines. Each level of the library

has two drawers. Also referred to as tray.

drive, tape drive

The device that the library uses to record data onto tapes.

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