HP StoreEver TapeAssure Software - Manual (Page 55)

Table 3 Viewing Drive Properties (continued)
Description Item
The serial number of the drive. This is a static value and will change if a drive has
been replaced. Use the serial number when contacting HP support. Serial Number
The serial number and barcode of the last tape loaded into the drive. Last Loaded Tape
The time at which the last sample was taken. Last Sample Time
This information remains visible when any tab is selected.
5. Click the Overview tab.
The Overview page appears.
Figure 12 Drive Properties window Overview tab
Information provided on the Overview page is explained in Table 4 (page 55) .
Table 4 Information available from the Drive Properties window Overview tab
Description Item
Identification
The drive type including generation and interface type. Drive Type
The serial number of the drive. This value will change if a drive has been
replaced. Use the serial number when contacting HP support. Serial Number
The version of drive firmware the drive is currently operating with. Firmware Revision
An identifier that distinguishes the firmware among multiple possible variants. Firmware Personality
Configuration
Usually set by the backup application. If enabled, the drive will perform
hardware data compression. Refer to the backup application to configure data
compression for backups. Data Compression
Usually set by the backup application. If prevented then the tape cannot be
removed from the drive. Normally, media removal is enabled after the backup Media Removal
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