HP A5585A Upgrade Kit

Tape Library Twenty Slot to

Forty Slot Upgrade Kit

Modular Scalability Guide for Library Models

2/20, 4/40, 6/60, and 6/140

Edition 2

Part Number: C7242-90011

June 2000

Printed in Greeley, CO USA

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Edition 1: January 2000: Initial printing.

Edition 2: June 2000: Added instructions for Library Model

6/140. See Chapter 4.

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Typographical Conventions and Terms

WARNING Warnings call attention to a procedure or practice that could

result in personal injury if not correctly performed. Do not
proceed until you fully understand and meet the required
conditions.

CAUTION Cautions call attention to an operating procedure or practice that could

damage the product if not correctly performed. Do not proceed until you
understand and meet these required conditions.

NOTE Notes explain significant concepts or operating instructions.

TIP Tips provide hints or shortcuts for a procedure.

For the purpose of this documentation, we will use the term
“Model 6/140” to indicate all library models that are five levels and
higher. These models include: 4/100, 6/100, 6/120, and 6/140.

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In This Manual

Chapter 1 Preparing a 20 or 40-Slot Library for the

Upgrade: Describes how to remove parts from

the existing library to accommodate the upgrade
module.

Chapter 2 Upgrading a 20-Slot Library to 40 or 60 Slots:

Describes how to upgrade libraries with the
capacity for two drives and twenty slots to a
library with the capacity for four drives and forty
slots or six drives and sixty slots.

Chapter 3 Upgrading a 40-Slot Library to 60 Slots:

Describes how to upgrade library modules with
the capacity for four drives and forty slots to a
library with the capacity for six drives and sixty
slots.

Chapter 4 Upgrading Library Model 6/140: Describes

how to upgrade the library by increasing its
capacity by twenty slots. The total capacity of
Model 6/140 is up to six drives and 140 slots.

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Contents

1. Preparing a 2/20 and 4/40 Library for the Upgrade

2. Upgrading a 20-Slot Library to 40 or 60 Slots

Installation Overview. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-2

Removing the Cosmetic Enclosure and Cover . . . . . . . 1-3

Removing the Cosmetic Doors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-6

Removing the Front Panel Display . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-8

Preparing the Upgrade Module Chassis . . . . . . . . . . 1-10

Identifying Upgrade Kit Components . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-2

Upgrading 20-Slot Libraries to 40 Slots . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-5

Connecting the Library Modules. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-11

Moving the Front Panel Components and Display. . . 2-18

Replacing the Display and Viewing Window . . . . . . 2-18

Replacing the Cosmetic Doors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-20

Verifying the Connection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-21

Powering on the Library . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-21

Running Diagnostic Tests . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-21

Configuring the Library . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-22

Reconfiguring the Backup Software. . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-22

3. Upgrading a 40-Slot Library to 60 Slots

Identifying Upgrade Kit Components . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-2

Upgrading 40-Slot Libraries to 60 Slots . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-5

Connecting the Library Modules. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-8

Moving the Front Panel Components and Display. . . 3-13

Replacing the Display and Viewing Window . . . . . . 3-13

Replacing the Cosmetic Doors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-15

Verifying the Connection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-16

Powering on the Library . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-16

Running Diagnostic Tests . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-16

Configuring the Library . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-17

Reconfiguring the Backup Software. . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-17

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4. Upgrading Library Model 6/140

Chapter Overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4-2

Preparing the Existing Library for Upgrade. . . . . . . . .4-3

Removing the Side Panels. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4-3

Removing the Forehead, Top Cover, and Silver

Labels . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4-6

Preparing the Upgrade Module for Installation . . . . . .4-7

Check the Upgrade Kit Contents . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4-7

Preparing the Upgrade Module . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4-9

Upgrading the 6/100 and 6/120 Model Libraries. . . . .4-10

Securing the Upgrade Module to the Cabinet . . . . . . . 4-11

Reassembling the Upgraded Library. . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-15

Verifying the Connection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-18

Powering on the Library . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4-18

Running Diagnostic Tests . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4-18

Configuring the Library . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-19

Reconfiguring the Backup Software . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-19

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Preparing for the Upgrade

1 Preparing a 2/20 and 4/40

Library for the Upgrade

Chapter 1 1-1

Preparing a 2/20 and 4/40 Library for the Upgrade

Installation Overview

Installation Overview

IMPORTANT These procedures are only applicable for Library Models 2/20 and 4/40.

See Chapter 4 for information on upgrading a 6/140 library.

For this upgrade, you are adding additional library modules to increase

the library’s capacity by twenty slots and two drives per upgrade module.
Though these procedures are described later in this guide, here is an
overview of the entire upgrade procedure:

NOTE This procedure should only be performed by a trained service technician.

Remove the top cover and
cosmetic enclosure on the

existing library.

For 20 to 40-slot

upgrades, add the vertical

lift assembly to the

transport assembly.

For 20 to 40-slot

upgrades, install the

vertical lift/transport

assembly into the top of

the chassis.

Move the display to the
top module. Replace the
front panel components.

Remove the front panel
components and display
from the existing library.

Stack the upgrade module

on top of the existing

library.

Install the interconnect

cable between the

motherboards on both

modules.

Connect the power cord

and power on the library.

Remove the silver label

from the top of the existing

library.

Secure the two modules

together with screws.

Add the upgrade notice

label to the back of the

library and under the front

magazine on the lowest

module.

Verify the connection and

run diagnostic tests.

Chapter 11-2

Preparing a 2/20 and 4/40 Library for the Upgrade

Removing the Cosmetic Enclosure and Cover

Removing the Cosmetic Enclosure and Cover

This chapter describes the disassembly procedures needed to prepare the
existing 2/20 and 4/40 library for this upgrade. If your library is
rackmounted and you are upgrading a twenty-slot library to forty slots,
you will need 6 EIA of clearance (10.5 inches) above the existing library
to accommodate the upgrade module. For a forty to sixty-slot upgrade,
you will need 5 EIA of clearance (8.75 inches) above the existing library.

CAUTION This library contains very sensitive electrical components. It is important

to follow the proper procedures for preventing electrostatic discharge
(ESD). Use wrist-grounding straps and anti-static mats when removing
and replacing cards and major assemblies.

Preparing for the Upgrade

Failure to follow proper procedures could damage the circuitry.

WARNING For rackmounted upgrades, extend the rack’s anti-tip foot and

lower the leveler feet. Failure to extend the anti-tip foot could
result in personal injury or damage to the tape library if the rack
tips over.

Chapter 1 1-3

Preparing a 2/20 and 4/40 Library for the Upgrade

Removing the Cosmetic Enclosure and Cover

Remove the cosmetic enclosure, cover, and label by following these steps:

1. Power off and unplug the library.

2. For a standalone library, remove the cosmetic enclosure. Refer to
Figure 1-1 for the screw locations. You will not reuse this enclosure
after the upgrade.

Figure 1-1 Removing the Cosmetic Standalone Enclosure

Chapter 11-4

Preparing a 2/20 and 4/40 Library for the Upgrade

Removing the Cosmetic Enclosure and Cover

Remove the top cover from the existing library. Save these screws to
reinstall the vertical lift top cover after the upgrade. Refer to
Figure 1-2 for the screw locations.

• For 40 to 60-slot rackmounted upgrades, you will need to remove

the stop latch bracket to remove the vertical lift cover. See
Figure 2-10 on page 2-14.

• For libraries rackmounted in a 55-mm bezel depth rack, remove

the trim brackets from each side of the library (see Figure 2-11 on
page 2-15 or Figure 3-6 on page 3-10 for the location of the trim
bracket screws). The trim brackets secure the library to the rack.

• Push the library 2/3 of the way out of the rack by using the vertical

handle at the back of the library. Do not push the library past the
stop bracket.

Preparing for the Upgrade

3. Remove the silver label on top of the library chassis (Figure 1-2). Yo u
must remove this label to connect the library modules together.

Figure 1-2 Removing the Cover

Chapter 1 1-5

Preparing a 2/20 and 4/40 Library for the Upgrade

Removing the Cosmetic Doors

Removing the Cosmetic Doors

NOTE Depending on your library model and configuration, the cosmetic doors

might look different from the illustrations.

1. Pull the front door outward. Use the key, if necessary, to unlock the
door.

2. Remove the front magazine by lifting the handle on the top of the
magazine and pulling upward (Figure 1-3 on page 1-7). Make a note of

where the magazines are located so that you reinstall them in the same
place.

3. Push the release tab on the back of the cosmetic door and
simultaneously pull upward on the sheet-metal tab to release the
door (see Figure 1-3 on page 1-7).

CAUTION To avoid breaking the tab, do not use excessive force.

4. Remove the remaining cosmetic doors by following the steps above.

Chapter 11-6

Figure 1-3 Removing the Cosmetic Doors

Preparing for the Upgrade

Preparing a 2/20 and 4/40 Library for the Upgrade

Removing the Cosmetic Doors

1 Release tab

2 Sheet-metal tab

3 Cosmetic door connecting hooks

Chapter 1 1-7

Preparing a 2/20 and 4/40 Library for the Upgrade

Removing the Front Panel Display

Removing the Front Panel Display

CAUTION This library contains very sensitive electrical components. Follow the

proper procedures for preventing electrostatic discharge (ESD). Use
wrist-grounding straps and anti-static mats when removing and
replacing cards and assemblies.

Failure to follow proper procedures could damage the circuitry.

1. Remove the display cover and chin plate underneath the display on
the existing library module. The screw locations are indicated in
Figure 1-4. Save these screws to later reinstall the display cover and
chin plate.

NOTE Your library might only be one module instead of two modules, which is

shown in Figure 1-4.

2. Remove the display cover by lifting it upward and away from the
library.

Figure 1-4 Removing the Chin Plate and Front Cover

Chapter 11-8

Preparing a 2/20 and 4/40 Library for the Upgrade

Removing the Front Panel Display

3. Remove the two screws that connect the display to the chassis
(Figure 1-5). Save these screws to later reconnect the display.

Figure 1-5 Removing the Front Panel Display and RFI Shield

Preparing for the Upgrade

4. Remove the front panel display by sliding it upward, then gently
lifting it away from the front of the library.

5. Disconnect the cable from the back of the display by grasping the
sides of the connector and pulling outward. Place the front panel in
an ESD-protected area.

CAUTION Ensure the display cable is not obstructing the internal moving parts.

Secure the cable to the side of the chassis.

6. Remove the black RFI display shield, which is located behind the
display (Figure 1-5). Two screws secure the sheet-metal shield to the
library chassis.

Chapter 1 1-9

Preparing a 2/20 and 4/40 Library for the Upgrade

Preparing the Upgrade Module Chassis

Preparing the Upgrade Module Chassis

In addition to preparing the existing library for the upgrade, you will
also need to modify the upgrade module chassis to optimize the upgrade
procedure.

• Unpack the chassis from the upgrade kit.

From the front of the upgrade module, remove the black sheet-metal
RFI shield. See Figure 1-5 on page 1-9 for the location and
instructions on removing this part. Save these screws to later re­install the shield.

• On the 20 to 40-slot upgrade, remove the top cover from the upgrade
module. See Figure 1-2 on page 1-5 for the location and instructions
on removing the top cover.

Chapter 11-10

Upgrading 20-Slot Libraries

2 Upgrading a 20-Slot Library to

40 or 60 Slots

Chapter 2 2-1

Upgrading a 20-Slot Library to 40 or 60 Slots

Identifying Upgrade Kit Components

Identifying Upgrade Kit Components

See Chapter 3 for more information on Model 4/40 and Chapter 4 for
more information on Model 6/140.

NOTE If you are upgrading a 20-slot library to a 60-slot library, you will use the

following upgrade kit, as well as the upgrade kit described on Table 3-1
on page 3-2.

Table 2-1 Upgrade Kit Contents (Depending on Configuration)

Callout
Number

1 Forehead

2Chin plate

3 Plastic slider tools

4 Stop latch bracket

5 Cosmetic door with sheet-metal tabs

6 Viewing window

7 Cosmetic door with sheet-metal tabs

8 Vertical lift assembly

9 Vertical lift circuit board

10 Clip nut template for rackmounted upgrades

11 Upgrade labels

12 Interconnect cable

Description of Part

13 Library chassis that includes a top cover, slave controller card, power supply,

and magazines

Chapter 22-2

Upgrading a 20-Slot Library to 40 or 60 Slots

Identifying Upgrade Kit Components

Table 2-1 Upgrade Kit Contents (Depending on Configuration)

Callout

Description of Part

Number

14 Hardware bag that contains the following (extra parts provided):

• Clip nuts

• 10-24 x 0.50 Screws

• 6-32 Phillips

15 Power cord

NOTE The drive, fibre channel card, and cosmetic enclosures are separate

upgrade kits.

Figure 2-1 Exploded View of Upgrade Kit Components

Upgrading 20-Slot Libraries

Chapter 2 2-3

Upgrading a 20-Slot Library to 40 or 60 Slots

Identifying Upgrade Kit Components

During the upgrade, you will not reuse the following parts:

Parts to Discard

Top cover for 20-slot libraries (Figure 1-2 on page 1-5)

Guide blocks on top of the transport assembly (Figure 2-3 on
page 2-6)

Existing cosmetic enclosure for standalone libraries (Figure
1-1 on page 1-4)

Plastic slider tools from the upgrade kit (Figure 2-4 on page 2-

8)

Existing trim brackets for libraries rackmounted with 55-mm
bezel depth (Figure 2-11 on page 2-15)

Stop bracket for 20-slot libraries

CAUTION This library contains very sensitive electrical components. It is important

to follow the proper procedures for preventing electrostatic discharge
(ESD). Use wrist-grounding straps and anti-static mats when removing
and replacing cards and major assemblies. Failure to follow proper
procedures could damage the circuitry.

Chapter 22-4

Upgrading a 20-Slot Library to 40 or 60 Slots

Upgrading 20-Slot Libraries to 40 Slots

Upgrading 20-Slot Libraries to 40 Slots

NOTE This procedures assumes you are upgrading the library while it is in a

rack. If you are upgrading a standalone library, follow the same
procedure, disregarding the rackmount steps.

WARNING Before you begin, extend the rack’s anti-tip foot and lower the

rack’s leveler feet. Failure to extend the anti-tip foot could result
in personal injury or damage to the tape library if the rack tips
over.

1. Complete the steps in Chapter 1.

2. For rackmounted libraries, ensure the library is in the service
position (approximately 2/3 of the way out of the rack).

Upgrading 20-Slot Libraries

3. Using the finger holes, lift the transport assembly up and out of the
library. Place the transport nearby, disconnecting the umbilical cable
from the library chassis by pulling the tabs outward (Figure 2-2).
Gently fold the cable underneath the transport assembly.

Figure 2-2 Removing the Transport Assembly

Chapter 2 2-5

Upgrading a 20-Slot Library to 40 or 60 Slots

Upgrading 20-Slot Libraries to 40 Slots

4. Install the vertical lift assembly to the transport assembly by
following the steps below (see Figure 2-3):

a. Remove the guide blocks from the top of the transport assembly.

Three screws secure each guide block to the top of the transport
assembly. Save these screws to install the vertical lift assembly in
step 4c.

b. Align the lift circuit board with the screw holes on the transport

assembly, and insert two screws. The screws and board are
packaged together in the upgrade kit. Tighten the screws securely,
but do not over-tighten.

c. Align the screw holes in the vertical lift assembly to the top of the

transport assembly. Insert five of the screws from step 4a, and
tighten in the order specified in Figure 2-3.

d. Connect the vertical lift and motor power cable. Do not re-install

the vertical lift/transport assembly into the library at this time.

Figure 2-3 Installing the Vertical Lift Assembly onto the Transport

Chapter 22-6

Upgrading a 20-Slot Library to 40 or 60 Slots

Upgrading 20-Slot Libraries to 40 Slots

5. If your rack does not have threaded screw holes, select the 4/40 or 6/60
clip nut template, which matches the height of the upgraded library,
and follow the steps below:

a. Hold the template next to the rack column so that the bottom of

the template aligns with the bottom of the library.

b. Install three clip nuts from the upgrade kit into each front column

of the rack. The top two clip nuts are used for the top mounting
rail. The middle clip nut is used for the trim bracket. For racks
with a 55-mm bezel depth, you can remove the original trim
brackets and push the library flush into the rack to install the
bottom clip nuts.

c. Using the rackmount template, install two clip nuts into each back

column of the rack.

NOTE Use the EIA markers as a reference point to ensure the holes on the rack

correspond to the holes on the template. The EIA markers on the
templates are represented by #>.

Upgrading 20-Slot Libraries

6. Pull the existing library into the rack using the vertical handle on the
back of the library.

7. Remove the top mounting rails (one on each rack column) to allow the
upgrade unit to slide on top of the library.

a. Remove the screws in the front and back that attach the top rails

to the column, and lift each rail up and out of the rack.

b. Save these screws to reinstall the mounting rails.

Chapter 2 2-7