CTS Monitor for DOS

This page contains the most current firmware and drivers available for this discontinued product.

inst1432.exe (329.0 kilobytes)

Operating System Release Date Version
DOS September 25, 2096 1432

About This Download

DESCRIPTION: CTS Monitor allows you to load drive firmware, perform diagnostic dumps, and set drive configuration options (except for the EXB-8200 and EXB-8200SX). All functions are performed via a serial connection with the drive. Self-extracting file.

REQUIREMENTS: An IBM-compatible computer with a serial port, running DOS or a DOS-window. If the tape drive is an external table-top model or if it is in an Exabyte library, you will need a straight-through DB9-male to DB9-female serial cable. If the tape drive is an internal model, you will need an Exabyte Diagnostic cable (also known as a Monitor cable) to connect to the Monitor port on the rear panel of the drive.

DIAGNOSTIC CABLE: Diagnostic cables can be ordered from Exabyte. Contact Exabyte Direct Service Sales at (800) 392-8273 or (303) 471-7791.


  • P/N 727005: 4-pin ELCO to DB25 Diagnostic cable
  • P/N 727745: 4-pin ELCO to DB9 Diagnostic cable
  • P/N 315843: CTSMonitor Kit. Includes a 3-pin to DB9 diagnostic cable, a 4-pin to DB9 diagnostic cable, and CTSMon software on a 3.5" diskette.

You can also construct your own 4-pin Monitor cable. Instructions can be found here: 4-pin Diagnostic Cable

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inst1432.exe (329.0 kilobytes)