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Contents
Prefacexiii
Chapter 1Installing the StackLink1
Preparing for the StackLink Installation......................................................... 1
This document explains how to install the StackLink™ mechanism. The
StackLink provides the physical connection between library modules in a
multiple library stack, allowing each of the tape drives in the stack to
have access to all of the data cartridges.
Four heights of StackLink can be purchased for use with the
ATL M-Series libraries: 10U, 22U, 30U, and 42U.
AudienceThis document is written for installers of the StackLink mechanism.
PurposeThis document explains how to install a multiple library stack, including:
•Installing the StackLink mechanism
•Installing the rack mount shelves
•Installing the library modules in the rack
•Installing tape drives in the library modules
•Installing safety blanking panels
•Preparing and inserting tape cartridges
•Cabling the multiple library stack
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Preface
Document
Organization
Notational
Conventions
This document is organized as follows:
•Chapter 1, Installing the StackLink
, explains how to install the
StackLink mechanism in the rack.
•Chapter 2, Installing the Rack Mount Shelves
, explains how to install
the rack mount shelves.
•Chapter 3, Installing the Libraries
, explains how to install the libraries
in the rack, install tape drives in the libraries, install the safety
blanking panels, and prepare and insert tape cartridges.
•Chapter 4, Cabling the Multiple Library Stack
, explains how to
connect the interlibrary (control bus), StackLink, SCSI bus, and power
cabling.
•Chapter 5, Completing the Installation
, explains how to power up the
multiple library stack, disable unused drive bays, configure the
library, and test the library robotics.
•Appendix A, Library Size
, explains how the library firmware
calculates and reports library size.
•Appendix B, SCSI Element Addressing
, explains how the library
firmware assigns SCSI element addresses.
This manual uses the following conventions:
Note:Notes emphasize important information related to the main
topic.
Caution:Cautions indicate potential hazards to equipment and are
included to prevent damage to equipment.
Warning:Warnings indicate potential hazards to personal safety and
are included to prevent injury.
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Preface
Related
Documents
Documents related to the ATL M-Series libraries are shown below.
ATL M-Series Documentation
Doc. NoTitleDescription
6421001ATL M1500 Field
Service Manual
This document explains how to
service the ATL M1500 library,
including:
• Understanding error codes
• Using built-in diagnostic checks
to troubleshoot library problems
• Replacing field replaceable
units (FRUs)
6421002ATL M1500
Unpacking
Instructions
6421005ATL M1500 Rack
Mount to Desktop
Conversion
Instructions
This document explains how to
remove the ATL M1500 library
from its shipping container.
This document explains how to
convert a rack mounted
ATL M1500 library to a desktop
unit.
0
6421007ATL M1500 Desktop to
Rack Mount
Conversion
This document explains how to
convert a desktop ATL M1500
library to a rack mount unit.
Instructions
6421008ATL M-Series Tape
Drive Installation
Instructions
6421010ATL M-Series Software
Interface Guide
This document explains how to
install a tape drive in an ATL
M-Series library.
This document describes the
procedures and issues involved in
the development of hierarchical
mass storage software applications
and utilities to communicate with
the ATL M-Series libraries.
ATL StackLink™ Installation Instructionsxv
Preface
Doc. NoTitleDescription
6421014ATL M-Series Tape
Drive Removal and
Replacement
Instructions
6421015ATL M1500 Chassis
Removal and
Replacement
Instructions
6421017ATL M1500 Chassis
Unpacking
Instructions
6421026ATL M1500 Spacer
Installation
Instructions
6421034ATL M1500 Front
Bezel/GUI Assembly
Replacement
Instructions
This document explains how to
remove and replace a tape drive in
an ATL M-Series library.
This document explains how to
remove, package for shipment,
and replace an ATL M1500 library
chassis.
This document explains how to
unpack the ATL M1500 library
chassis FRU.
This document explains how to
install spacers on the rack before
installing an M1500 library. These
spacers are necessary if you are
installing a new M1500 library in a
rack with older M1500 libraries
and a StackLink mechanism.
This document describes the
procedure for replacing the front
bezel/graphical user interface
(GUI) assembly in an ATL M1500
library.
6423000ATL M2500
Unpacking
Instructions
6423001ATL M-Series
Installation Guide
6423002ATL M-Series User’s
Guide
xviATL StackLink™ Installation Instructions
This document explains how to
remove the ATL M2500 library
from its shipping container.
This document explains how to
install an ATL M-Series library.
This document explains how to
operate an ATL M-Series library.
Doc. NoTitleDescription
Preface
6423003ATL M2500 Field
Service Manual
6423006ATL M-Series Library
Redundant Power
Supply Replacement
Instructions
6423007ATL M-Series Library
Universal Power
Supply Replacement
Instructions
6423008ATL M-Series Library
System Board PWA
Replacement
Instructions
This document explains how to
service the ATL M2500 library,
including:
• Understanding error codes
• Using built-in diagnostic checks
to troubleshoot library problems
• Replacing field replaceable
units (FRUs)
This document explains how to
remove and replace a redundant
power supply in an ATL M-Series
library
This document explains how to
remove and replace a universal
power supply in an ATL M-Series
library.
This document explains how to
remove and replace the system
board PWA in an ATL M-Series
library.
6423009ATL M-Series Library
SCSI Servo Board and
SCSI Adapter
Replacement
This document explains how to
remove and replace the SCSI servo
board and SCSI adapter in an
ATL M-Series library.
Instructions
6423010ATL M-Series Library
Robotic Hand Removal
and Replacement
This document explains how to
remove and replace the robotic
hand in an ATL M-Series library.
Instructions
6423012ATL M2500 Library
GUI Assembly
Replacement
This document explains how to
remove and replace the GUI
assembly in an ATL M2500 library.
Instructions
ATL StackLink™ Installation Instructionsxvii
Preface
Doc. NoTitleDescription
6423034Quantum ATL
M-Series Power Supply
Upgrade Instructions
6423036ATL M2500 Rack
Mount to Deskside
Conversion
Instructions
6423039Quantum ATL
StackLink FRU
Removal and
Replacement
Instructions
This document explains how to
upgrade the power supply in an
ATL M-Series library.
This document explains how to
convert a rack mounted ATL
M2500 to a deskside library.
This document explains how to
remove and replace the StackLink
motor assembly, carriage,
counterweight, and umbilical
chain.
This document explains how to
remove and replace an SDLT 320,
SDLT 600, or HP LTO Gen 2 tape
drive (without a canister) in an
ATL M-Series library.
This document explains how to
replace the bezel, doors, and
window in an ATL M2500 library.
Refer to the appropriate product manuals for information about your
tape drive and cartridges.
SCSI-2 Specification
The SCSI-2 communications specification is the proposed American
National Standard for information systems, dated March 9, 1990. Copies
may be obtained from:
Global Engineering Documents
15 Inverness Way, East
Englewood, CO 80112
(800) 854-7179 or (303) 397-2740
xviiiATL StackLink™ Installation Instructions
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ContactsQuantum company contacts are listed below.
Preface
Quantum Corporate Headquarters
To order documentation on the ATL M-Series libraries or other products
contact:
The following tools are required to install the StackLink:
•Flat blade screwdriver
•No. 2 POZIDRIV
•Metric Allen
ATL StackLink™ Installation Instructions3
®
screwdriver
®
wrenches, sizes M4 and M6
Chapter 1 Installing the StackLink
Preparing for the StackLink Installation
Preparing the
Rack
To prepare the rack for the installation procedure:
1
1 Verify that the distance between the front and rear mounting strips is
between 19 inches and 36 inches (483 mm and 914 mm). If this is not
the case, adjusting the mounting strips referring to the instructions
provided by the rack manufacturer.
2 Determine the correct placement of the StackLink in the rack.
Caution:Take rack stability into account when determining
where to place the StackLink. If the multiple library
stack will be the only equipment in the rack, it is
recommended that you install the StackLink at the
bottom of the rack.
The bottom mounting tray assembly should be installed at the
bottom of the rack.
Note:The bottom mounting tray assembly occupies 1U of rack
space unless you are installing 3 ATL M2500 libraries in
the rack. In this configuration, the bottom mounting tray
assembly is modified to occupy .5U of rack space.
Note:1U equals 1.75 inches, or 44 millimeters.
The top mounting tray assembly should be installed as follows:
•If you are installing an 10U StackLink, allow 8U of space between
the top and bottom mounting tray assemblies.
•If you are installing a 22U StackLink, allow 20U of space between
the top and bottom mounting tray assemblies.
•If you are installing a 30U StackLink, allow 28U of space between
the top and bottom mounting tray assemblies.
•If you are installing a 42U StackLink and:
•Fewer than 3 ATL M2500 library modules, allow 40U of
space between the top and bottom mounting tray assemblies.
•3 ATL M2500 library modules, allow 40.5U of space between
the top and bottom mounting tray assemblies.
4ATL StackLink™ Installation Instructions
Figure 1 Inserting
Caged Nuts into the
Rack Rails
Chapter 1 Installing the StackLink
Preparing for the StackLink Installation
3 Use a pencil to mark the correct position of the mounting tray
assemblies on the rack rails.
4 If the holes in the rack rails are square (untapped), insert caged nuts
(PN YS42008) into the holes where the mounting tray assemblies will
be installed (see figures 1
and 2).
Note:Install the caged nuts on the back of the rack rails, facing
the interior of the rack.
Caged nuts
Flat blade
screwdriver
ATL StackLink™ Installation Instructions5
Chapter 1 Installing the StackLink
Preparing for the StackLink Installation
Figure 2 Caged Nut
Locations
Install caged nuts
in locations marked
by an “X”
If you are installing 3 ATL M2500 library modules
in the rack, do not put caged nuts in these locations
FRONT OF RACK
Top mounting tray position
Bottom mounting tray position
BACK OF RACK
1U
1U
Top mounting tray position
Bottom mounting tray position
6ATL StackLink™ Installation Instructions
1U
1U
Chapter 1 Installing the StackLink
Installing the Top Mounting Tray Assembly
Installing the Top Mounting Tray Assembly1
To install the top mounting tray assembly in the rack:
1 Remove the six screws and washers securing the rear support arms to
the sides of the top mounting tray (see figure 3
Figure 3 Adjusting the
Depth of the Top
Mounting Tray
Assembly
).
2 Adjust the position of the rear support arms on the top mounting tray
until the distance between the front and rear flanges is approximately
the same as the distance between the front and rear mounting strips
in the rack.
3 Replace the six screws and washers you removed in step 1
finger-tighten them. Position the front and rear screws as far apart as
the slots allow. Position the third screw approximately in the middle
slot.
Note:Do not over-tighten the screws. You need to be able to
extend or retract the rear support arms slightly as you
install the top mounting tray assembly.
ATL StackLink™ Installation Instructions7
and
Chapter 1 Installing the StackLink
Installing the Top Mounting Tray Assembly
4 Position the top mounting tray assembly in the rack, referring to
figure 4
for the correct orientation.
Note:Position the front and rear flanges of the top mounting
Figure 4 Securing the
Top Mounting Tray
Assembly to the Rack
tray assembly outside of the rack rails.
REAR
FRONT
5 Secure the top mounting tray assembly to the rack, using eight screws
(PN YS42011) and washers (PN YS40404) provided in the StackLink
kit (see figure 4
).
Note:If the rack has widely spaced mounting holes, it may not
be possible to use all four screws to secure the rear flanges.
If this is the case, one screw per side at the rear is
acceptable.
6 Fully tighten the six screws and washers securing the rear support
arms to the sides of the top mounting tray.
8ATL StackLink™ Installation Instructions
Chapter 1 Installing the StackLink
Installing the Bottom Mounting Tray Assembly
Installing the Bottom Mounting Tray Assembly1
To install the bottom mounting tray assembly in the rack:
1 If three ATL M2500 library modules will be installed in the rack,
remove the 1U panel from the front of the bottom mounting tray
assembly and replace it with the .5U panel provided in the StackLink
kit:
Caution:Do not remove this panel if fewer than three
ATL M2500 library modules will be installed in the
rack.
aRemove the five nuts securing the 1U panel to the front of the
bottom mounting tray assembly.
bPosition the .5U panel (PN 215941) at the front of the bottom
mounting tray assembly and secure it using the five nuts you
removed in the previous step.
2 Remove the six screws and washers securing the rear support arms to
the sides of the bottom mounting tray (see figure 5
).
Figure 5 Adjusting the
Depth of the Bottom
Mounting Tray
Assembly
ATL StackLink™ Installation Instructions9
Chapter 1 Installing the StackLink
Installing the Bottom Mounting Tray Assembly
3 Adjust the position of the rear support arms on the bottom mounting
tray until the distance between the front and rear flanges is
approximately the same as the distance between the front and rear
mounting strips in the rack.
Figure 6 Securing the
Bottom Mounting Tray
Assembly to the Rack
4 Replace the six screws and washers you removed in step 2
and
finger-tighten them. Position the front and rear screws as far apart as
the slots allow. Position the third screw approximately in the middle
slot.
Note:Do not over-tighten the screws. You need to be able to
extend or retract the rear support arms slightly as you
install the bottom mounting tray assembly.
5 Position the bottom mounting tray assembly in the rack, referring to
figure 6
for the correct orientation.
Note:Position the front and rear flanges of the bottom mounting
tray assembly outside of the rack rails.
REAR
FRONT
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