AUTO INSTALLEDThis file was automatically installed as part of a recent update. If you are experiencing any issues, you can manually download and reinstall.
This file was automatically installed as part of a recent update. If you are experiencing any issues, you can manually download and reinstall.
This release includes new firmware for the VS160 Tape Drive. This will replace any previous releases. Firmware will update to version 2C00 (v44). This release also includes the DFU utility to flash the firmware for Windows, Linux, and Netware.
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Fixes & Enhancements
This version of FW addresses several conditions which can lead to a stuck tape scenario. This version of FW allows for a retry then automatic ejection of media if there are issues encountered during the loading process.
Dell Technologies recommends applying this update during your next scheduled update cycle. The update contains changes to maintain overall system health. It ensures that the system software remains current and compatible with other system modules (firmware, BIOS, drivers, and software) and may include other new features.
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Format Description:
This file contains a compressed (or zipped) set of files. Download the file to a folder on your hard drive, and then run (double-click) it to unzip the set of files. Follow the instructions to complete the installation.
Hard Drive Installation (via WinZip) with HTML Pop-Up Window for R111240.EXE
Download 1.Click Download Now, to download the file. 2.When the File Download window appears, click Save this program to disk (Windows XP users, click Save) and click OK. The Save In: window appears. 3.From the Save In: field, click the down arrow then click to select Desktop and click Save. The file will download to your desktop. 4.If the Download Complete window appears, click Close. The file name icon appears on your desktop.
Install 1.Double-click the new icon on the desktop labeled R111240.EXE. The Self-Extractor window appears. 2.Click OK or Continue. The Self-Extracting Driver Installation window appears and prompts to extract files to C:\DELL\DRIVERS\R111240. 3.Leave all of the default settings and click Unzip or OK. If the directory doesn't exist, you'll be prompted to create one. Click Yes. A Self Extractor window appears and indicates C:\DELL\DRIVERS\R111240 files were extracted. 4.Click OK. Follow the on-screen installation instructions in the window.
HTML Pop-Up With Install Now Button 1.The Dell Software Installation Documentation window appears. 2.Click the Install Now button. A File Download window appears. 3.Click Run this program from its current location and click OK. The Security Warning window appears. 4.Click Yes. The InstallShield Wizard window appears. 5.Follow the on-screen instructions.
Custom Instructions for R111240.tar.gz:
1.Download the file R111240.tar.gz to a local directory on the linux system. 2. Type the following command to unzip the file to the local directory: tar -zxvf R111240.tar.gz. 3. To run the application type ./linux/DFU and follow the instructions on the screen.