readme64.txt Driver File Contents (PL_WIN64_Driver_V2.0.zip)

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	Exabyte Library Windows XP/2003 64bit Driver 
	for VXA PacketLoader and Magnum series

	Ver2.00.0000.0 (09/20/06)

	Copyright(C) Exabyte Corp. 1997-2006
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This Library driver is for the Exabyte Packetloader and Magnum series
working with the Native backup software on Windows XP, and 2003 64bit edition.
If you use a commercial backup software package that provides
its own driver to support the PacketLoader, please do not install
this driver.

CONTENTS:
Following information is available in this README file:

	1. System requirement
	2. WindowsXP / 2003 Driver Installation
	5. Modifications
	6. Troubleshooting

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1. SYSTEM REQUIREMENT
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  Operating System:
	- Windows XP Professional x64 Edition
	- Windows Server 2003 x64 Edition
	- Windows Server 2003 Itanium-based System

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2. WindowsXP/2003 DRIVER INSTALLATION
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  1. Boot the machine to WindowsXP/2003.

  2. Click on Start / Settings / Control Panel, then double click
       the System icon. 

  3. Click on the Hardware tab then Click on the Device Manager 
       button. 

  4. In the list of devices you will see a device with name of "Unknown Medium Changer"
       (If your library is 1394 (Firewire), then it shown as "PowerFile C200")
       in the "Medium Changers" device category.

  5. Right click the "unknown medium changer" or "PowerFile C200" and click "Update Driver...".

  6. The Upgrade Device Driver Wizard appears.

  7. Choose the second radio button, which says "Install from
       a list or specific location."  Click Next.

  8. Choose the second radio button, which says "Don't search.  I will choose
       the driver to install."  Click Next

  9. Click "Have Disk..." and this will show a dialog says "Install From Disk".
       Specify the location where you have the driver package (e.g., C:\temp)

 10. Wizard installs the driver.  After checking a message from 
       the Wizard, click Finish to close the Wizard.
 
 11. The library driver is now installed. The Exabyte PacketLoader/Magnum should be listed
       under Medium Changers in the Device Manager window. 

 12. Reboot the system. 

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3. MODIFICATIONS
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  9/2/2005	1.00.0000.0	Initial release
	Files	exapl64.inf(8/24/2005, 4:59PM)
		exapl64.sys(2/01/2005, 12:02PM)
		exaplx64.sys(8/24/2005, 4:46PM)
		readme64.txt

  9/2/2005	1.00.0000.0	Support IBM 7212-312 and 87691VX	
	Files	exapl64.inf(11/15/2005, 12:27PM)
		exapl64.sys(11/15/2005, 12:34PM)
		exaplx64.sys(11/15/2005, 12:05PM)
		readme64.txt

  9/20/2006	2.00.0000.0	Support Magnum 224/448 (This is BETA)
	Files	exachg64.inf(09/20/2006, 15:12)
		exachg64.sys(09/20/2006, 14:59)
		exachgx64.sys(09/20/2006, 14:55)
		readme64.txt

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4. TROUBLE SHOOTING
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Please refer to the Product Manual for your tape drive regarding 
installation issues.  The Exabyte Knowledge Base also contains
helpful troubleshooting information.  For Technical Support contact
information, refer to www.exabyte.com/support/contact.


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How To Update Drivers Manually

After your driver has been downloaded, follow these simple steps to install it.

  • Expand the archive file (if the download file is in zip or rar format).

  • If the expanded file has an .exe extension, double click it and follow the installation instructions.

  • Otherwise, open Device Manager by right-clicking the Start menu and selecting Device Manager.

  • Find the device and model you want to update in the device list.

  • Double-click on it to open the Properties dialog box.

  • From the Properties dialog box, select the Driver tab.

  • Click the Update Driver button, then follow the instructions.

Very important: You must reboot your system to ensure that any driver updates have taken effect.

For more help, visit our Driver Support section for step-by-step videos on how to install drivers for every file type.

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