Scalar i40 and Scalar i80 User’s Guide, 6-66545-10 Rev A, August 2014, Product of U.S.A.
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Tables
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Preface
This manual introduces the Quantum Scalar® i40 and Scalar i80 and
discusses:
• System operations
• Configuration
• Web and operator panel interface
• Installation and replacement
• Basic troubleshooting
AudienceThis manual is written for Scalar i40 and Scalar i80 operators, system
administrators, and field service engineers.
Document OrganizationFollowing is a brief description of chapter contents.
• Chapter 1, Description provides a physical description of the library,
its components, and major features.
• Chapter 2, Unpacking the Library describes how to prepare a space
and unpack the library.
• Chapter 3, Understanding the User Interface describes the
appearance and function of the operator panel and Web client.
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• Chapter 4, Configuring the Library provides instruction and
description for all the configurable features of the library.
• Chapter 5, Advanced Reporting describes the features available with
the Advanced Reporting license.
• Chapter 6, Performing Library Operations explains how to run the
library from the operator panel and Web client.
• Chapter 7, Encryption Key Management describes the features
available with the Encryption Key Management (EKM) license.
• Chapter 8, Getting Information About the Library describes all of
the reporting features on the library.
• Chapter 9, Updating Firmware describes how to upgrade library
firmware and install and autolevel tape drive firmware.
• Chapter 10, Troubleshooting describes the library’s troubleshooting
tools, including diagnostic tickets, LEDs, and tests.
• Chapter 11, Working With Cartridges and Barcodes provides basic
information about how to label and care for media used in the
library.
• Appendix A, Specifications provides physical, environmental, power,
and other specifications about the library, tape drives, and media.
• Appendix B, Tape Alert Flag Descriptions lists all the Tape Alerts you
may encounter in a diagnostic ticket.
• Appendix C, Disposal of Electrical and Electronic Equipment
provides information on disposing and recycling.
The document concludes with a glossary and index.
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Notational ConventionsThis manual uses the following conventions:
ConventionExample
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File and directory names, menu
commands, button names, and
window names are shown in bold
font.
Menu names separated by arrows
indicate a sequence of menus to be
navigated.
The following formats indicate important information:
Note: Note emphasizes important information related to the main
topic.
Caution: Caution indicates potential hazards to equipment or data.
WARNING: Warning indicates potential hazards to personal safety.
• Right side of the system — Refers to the right side as you face the
component being described.
• Left side of the system — Refers to the left side as you face the
component being described.
/data/upload
Utilities > Firmware
Product Safety
Statements
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Quantum will not be held liable for damage arising from unauthorized
use of the product. The user assumes all risk in this aspect.
This unit is engineered and manufactured to meet all safety and
regulatory requirements. Be aware that improper use may result in
bodily injury, damage to the equipment, or interference with other
equipment.
WARNING: Before operating this product, read all instructions and
warnings in this document and in the
Regulatory Information Guide
.
System, Safety, and
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Taking ESD PrecautionsSome components within the Scalar i40 and Scalar i80 libraries contain
static-sensitive parts. To avoid damaging these parts while performing
installation procedures, always observe the following precautions:
• Use an antistatic wrist strap. If you do not have one, touch the
outside of the library on the sheet metal before touching any
components to discharge static from your body.
• Keep static-sensitive parts in their original shipping containers until
ready for installation. Look for the ESD sticker to identify static
sensitive parts.
• Avoid touching connectors and other components.
Note: Dry climates and cold-weather heating environments have
lower relative humidity and are more likely to produce static
electricity.
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Related DocumentsThe following Quantum documents are also available for Scalar i40 and
Scalar i80 systems:
Document
No.
Document Title
6-66546-xx
6-66547-xx
6-00618-xx
6-66773-xx
Scalar i40 and Scalar i80 Quick Start Guide
Scalar i40 and Scalar i80 Release Notes
System, Safety, and Regulatory Information
Scalar i40 and Scalar i80 Basic SNMP Reference
Guide
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
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ContactsFor information about contacting Quantum, including Quantum office
CommentsTo provide comments or feedback about this document, or about other
Quantum technical publications, send e-mail to:
doc-comments@quantum.com
Getting More
Information or Help
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Accelerate service issue resolution with these exclusive Quantum
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• Service and Support Web site – Register products, license
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• eSupport – Submit online service requests, update contact
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today at:
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• StorageCare Guardian – Securely links Quantum hardware and the
diagnostic data from the surrounding storage ecosystem to
Quantum's Global Services Team for faster, more precise root cause
diagnosis. StorageCare Guardian is simple to set up through the
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Internet and provides secure, two-way communications with
Quantum’s Secure Service Center. More StorageCare Guardian
information can be found at:
• Quantum Vision – Quantum Vision software enables simplified
monitoring and reporting of Quantum DXi disk-based systems and
Scalar tape libraries. Especially powerful for customers with multiple
disk systems or a combination of Quantum disk and tape libraries
working together, Vision puts you in control to make better
decisions that will prevent issues, manage resources efficiently, and
improve uptime. Vision can aggregate data across multiple systems,
provide system status, and display trend information all from a
single console. More quantum Vision information can be found at:
• Latest Library Firmware - You can view a listing of the latest
version of library firmware on the following Web site:
http://www.quantum.com/ServiceandSupport/
SoftwareandDocumentationDownloads/SI40/Index.aspx and click
the Firmware tab.
If your library has an Internet connection, you can log into your
library to view the latest firmware version available. Click Tools > Update Library Firmware. The screen displays the firmware
currently loaded on your library and the latest available firmware.
Follow instructions in Chapter 9, Updating Firmware to upgrade
Firmware. For further assistance, or if training is desired, contact the
Quantum Customer Support Center.
Worldwide End-User
Product Warranty
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For more information on the Quantum Worldwide End-User Standard
Limited Product Warranty:
http://www.quantum.com/pdf/QuantumWarranty.pdf
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Scalar i40 and i80
Supported Versions
Quantum provides support for the current release and the two previous
major releases.
For example, since i4 is the latest release, Quantum supports releases i4,
i3 and i2. Releases earlier than i2 are not supported.
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Overview
Chapter 1
Description
This chapter covers the layout and basic functionality of the library,
including:
• Overview
• Library Components
• Standard Features
• Licensable Features
The Scalar i40 and i80 tape libraries automate the retrieval, storage, and
management of tape cartridges. Tape cartridges are stored in the library
and mounted and dismounted from tape drives using firmware running
on the library or software running on the host systems.
See Appendix A, Specifications for library capacity and a list of tape
drives and media supported by the Scalar i40 and Scalar i80 libraries.
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Chapter 1: Description
Operator panel screen
Ticket indicator LED
Power-on LED
Power button
Navigation/selection buttons
Library Components
Library Components
Front PanelFigure 1 illustrates the features of the operator panel. The picture shows
the Scalar i40, but the features are the same on the Scalar i80. These
features are described in
Figure 1 Front Panel
Ta bl e 1.
Table 1 Front Panel Features
FeatureDescription
Operator
panel screen
The operator panel displays library status
information and allows you to access the library
menus. These menus allow you to view or change
the library settings and run diagnostic tests. For
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more information, see
Operator Panel on page 19.
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