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Summary of Changes
ECDateRevisionDescription
111906May 2004FirstInitial release
111920July 2004SecondRefer to this edition for the list of changes
111945November 2004Third
111959February 2005Fourth
111974May 2005Fifth
114119September 2005FRefer to this edition for the list of changes
114146May 2006HRefer to this edition for the list of changes
114164August 2006JSafety:
114189March 2007KUpdated for library partitioning feature. New
Refer to this edition for the list of changes
Refer to this edition for the list of changes
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• Modified the safety information for Emergency
Robotics Stop Switches and Smoke Detection.
• Included a section on Fire Suppression.
Chapter 3:
Added information on host to library
communication to include the dual TCP/IP
feature. See
Appendix C:
• Updated the trap notification level to iclude the
level 11.
• Updated the trap severity code to iclude the
group 11.
information includes:
• “Library Partitioning” on page 22
• “Configuring Library Partitions” on page 34
• “Using CAPS in a Partitioned Library” on
page 53
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Contents
Summary of Changesv
Contentsvii
Figuresxvii
Tablesxix
Prefacexxi
Organizationxxi
Alert Messagesxxii
Conventionsxxiii
Related Publicationsxxiv
Additional Informationxxv
Sun’s External Web Sitexxv
Customer Resource Centerxxv
e-Partners Sitexxv
Noticesxxvii
United States FCC Compliance Statementxxvii
CISPR 22 and EN55022 Warningxxvii
Japanese Compliance Statementxxviii
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Taiwan Warning Label Statement xxviii
Internal Code License Statementxxviii
Safetyxxxiii
Electrostatic Discharge Damage Preventionxxxiii
Fiber-optic Safetyxxxiv
Laser Product Labelxxxiv
EN60950-1:2001 Statementxxxv
Library Safetyxxxv
Mechanical Access Door Mechanismsxxxv
SL8500 Door Interlocksxxxv
Door Switchesxxxvi
Emergency Robotics Stop Switchesxxxvi
Smoke Detectionxxxvi
Fire Suppressionxxxvi
Service Safety Doorxxxvii
Interior Lightingxxxvii
SL8500 Servo Power Interruptxxxvii
1.Introduction1
Library Overview1
Single Physical SL8500 Library—Base2
Single Physical SL8500 Library—Options2
Library Modules3
Capacities4
Drive and Electronics Module5
Tape Drives5
StorageTek T-Series Tape Drives6
LTO Ultrium7
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Super DLT 7
Electronics Control Module7
HBK Card7
HBC Card8
HBT Card8
Robotics Interface Module 8
Redundant HandBots10
Initialization10
HandBot Numbering12
Library Cameras14
Customer Interface Module14
Keypad14
Operator Panel15
Local Operator Console15
Remote Operator Console16
Capacities16
Elevator16
Cartridge Access Port (CAP)16
Storage Expansion Modules17
Power17
Power Consumption18
Power Configurations18
N+1 Base Power Configuration18
2N Power Configuration19
Library Complex19
Pass-thru Ports20
Embedded Firmware21
Security21
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Operating Firmware21
Library Management Software22
Host Software Component 22
ACSLS 22
Library Partitioning22
Partition Configuration Requirements23
Hosts and Partitions23
Library Resources and Partitions23
System Requirements for Library Partitioning24
Capacities for Partitions24
Library Specifications25
2.Configuration Information27
Installing StreamLine Library Console27
▼To install the StreamLine Library Console on your PC27
Activating Password28
▼To Activate Your User Account28
Verifying Configuration Entries28
Dynamic World Wide Name29
Upgrading Firmware30
Upgrading the Remote Library Console31
▼To upgrade the Remote Library Console application installed on your
PC31
PTP Configuration31
Nondisruptive Installation32
Disruptive PTP Installation32
▼To perform a disruptive PTP installation—for ACSLS or HSC32
PTP Addressing Scheme34
Configuring Library Partitions34
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Planning Library Partition Configurations35
Example 1: one-partition library35
Example 2: two-partition library35
Example 3: two-partition library36
Example 4: three-partition library36
Example 5: three-partition library36
Example 6: four-partition library37
Defining Library Partitions37
▼To Create Partitions37
▼To Remove Partitions38
3.Host to Library Communications39
Host Interfaces39
TCP/IP39
Definitions and Terminology41
Fibre Channel42
Library Management Software42
Nearline Control Solutions43
Client System Component43
Storage Management Component43
Sun StorageTek HTTP Server43
Host Software Component43
LibraryStation44
Automated Cartridge System Library Software (ACSLS)44
4.Library Operation45
Automated Mode of Operation45
Mounting and Dismounting of Cartridges45
Mount Sequence45
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Dismount Sequence46
Performing CAP Activities46
▼To open the CAP47
▼To close the CAP47
Cartridge Slot Locations48
Importing Cartridges49
▼To import cartridges using the CAP51
Exporting Cartridges52
▼To export cartridges using the CAP52
Using CAPS in a Partitioned Library53
How CAP Reservations Work in a Partitioned Library54
Overriding a CAP Reservation54
▼To Override a CAP Reservation55
CAP Release and Override Scenarios55
Monitoring Library Events57
Monitoring PTPs58
Cleaning of Drives58
Manual Mode of Operation59
Precautions60
Safety Precautions60
Physical Restrictions60
Placing the Library Offline 60
Determining the Library is Not in Automatic Mode 61
Entering the Library 61
▼To prevent personal injury, follow these precautions:61
▼To open the door62
Locating a Cartridge and Drive62
▼To locate a cartridge63
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Preface
This guide, while intended primarily for users of the library, also contains information
that can be used by system administrators. Most of the information pertains to the
library hardware and related operations. For specific drive information or for clientgenerated software commands and console messages, refer to your drive or software
documentation.
Organization
The organization of this guide is:
Chapter 1“Introduction” provides an overview of the SL8500 modular library system.
Chapter 2“Configuration Information” describes how to activate your site user account, verify the
library and drive configuration entries, and upgrade firmware.
Chapter 3“Host to Library Communications”
from the library to the server.
Chapter 4“Library Operation” describes the tasks you can perform while the library is operating in
automated and manual modes.
Chapter 5“Cartridge Information” describes how to handle, inspect, and maintain cartridges.
Chapter 6“Troubleshooting and Diagnostics” describes how to correct problems with the library
and the attached devices (drives, CAP, robots, and elevators). It also describes some of
the diagnostic utilities.
Chapter 7“Obtaining Maintenance Support” describes how to contact Customer Support for
assistance if problems occur with the tape library.
Appendix A“Cartridge Slot Locations” explains the locations and numbering schemes of the cartridge
slots in the library.
Appendix B“Drive Bay Locations”explains the locations and numbering schemes of the drive bays in
the library.
Appendix C“SNMP” describes the Simple Network Management Protocol (SNMP) feature of the
library.
GlossaryThe Glossary defines new or special terms and abbreviations used in this manual.
IndexThe Index helps you find information in this manual.
describes host and server support, the connections
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Alert Messages
Alert messages call your attention to information that is especially important or that
has a unique relationship to the main text or graphic.
Note – A note provides additional information that is of special interest. A note might
point out exceptions to rules or procedures. A note usually, but not always, follows the
information to which it pertains.
Caution – A caution informs the reader of conditions that might result in damage to
hardware, corruption of data, corruption of application software, or long-term health
problems in people. A caution always precedes the information to which it pertains.
Warning – Possible Physical Injury. A warning alerts the reader to conditions
that might result in injury or death. A warning always precedes the information
to which it pertains.
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Conventions
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publication.
Item Example Description of Convention
Buttons MENUFont and capitalization follows label on
product
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Hypertext linksFigure 2-1 on page 2-5Blue (prints black in hardcopy
publications)
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product
Jumper namesTERMPWRAll uppercase
Keyboard keys<Y>
<Enter> or
<Ctrl+Alt+Delete>
Menu namesConfiguration MenuCapitalization follows label on product
Parameters and variablesDevice = xxItalic font
Path namesc:/mydirectoryMonospace font
Port or connector namesSER1Font and capitalization follows label on
Positions for circuit breakers,
jumpers, and switches
Screen text (including screen
captures, screen messages, and
user input)
Switch namesPowerFont and capitalization follows label on
URLshttp://www.sun.comBlue (prints black in hardcopy
ONFont and capitalization follows label on
downloadingMonospace font
Font and capitalization follows label on
product; enclosed within angle brackets
product; otherwise, all uppercase
product; otherwise, all uppercase
product
publications)
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Related Publications
The following publications that relate to the SL8500 Tape Library are listed below.
Tape Drive DocumentationPart Number
Hewlett Packard Ultrium Tape Drive ManualCD included with drive
IBM Ultrium Tape Drive ManualCD included with drive
Seagate Ultrium Tape Drive Product ManualCD included with drive
Super DLT600 Product Manual CD included with drive
T9840 Tape Drive User’s Reference Manual 95739
T9940 Tape Drive Operator’s Guide 95989
Software PublicationsPart Number
Automated Cartridge System Library Software (ACSLS)
ACSLS System Administrator’s Guide 3134648
ACSLS Messages 3134649
ACSLS Quick Reference 3134650
Host Software Component (HSC) MVS Publications
HSC Operator’s Guide
HSC Messages and Codes Guide 312531301
Other PublicationsPart Number
American National Standard Dictionary for Information Processing Systems ANSI X3/TR-1-82
Fibre Optics User's Guide 9433
312531101
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Additional Information
Sun Microsystems, Inc. (Sun) offers several methods for you to obtain additional
information.
Sun’s External Web Site
Sun’s external Web site provides marketing, product, event, corporate, and service
information. The external Web site is accessible to anyone with a Web browser and an
Internet connection.
The URL for the Sun external Web site is: http://www.sun.com
Customer Resource Center
The Sun StorageTek product Customer Resource Center (CRC) is a Web site that enables
members to resolve technical issues by searching code fixes and technical
documentation. CRC membership entitles you to other proactive services, such as
HIPER subscriptions, technical tips, answers to frequently asked questions, addenda to
product documentation books, and online product support contact information.
Customers who have a current warranty or a current maintenance service agreement
may apply for membership by clicking on the
home page.
Request Password button on the CRC
The URL for the CRC is http://www.support.storagetek.com.
e-Partners Site
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services, customer support, upcoming events, training programs, and sales tools to
support StorageTek’s e-Partners. Access to this site, beyond the e-Partners Login page,
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request a login ID and password and prospective partners can apply to become
StorageTek resellers.
The URL for the e-Partners site is http://members.storagetek.com.
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Notices
Please read the following compliance and warning statements for this product.
Caution – Potential equipment damage: Cables that connect peripherals must be shielded
and grounded; refer to descriptions in the cable instruction manuals. Operation of this
equipment with cables that are not shielded and not correctly grounded might result in
interference to radio and TV reception.
Changes or modifications to this equipment that are not expressly approved in
advance by StorageTek will void the warranty. In addition, changes or
modifications to this equipment might cause it to create harmful interference.
United States FCC Compliance Statement
The following compliance statement pertains to Federal Communications Commission
Rules 47 CFR 15.105:
Note – This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class
A digital device pursuant to part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to
provide reasonable protection against harmful interference when the equipment is
operated in a commercial environment. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate
radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instruction
manual, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. Operation of this
equipment in a residential area is likely to cause harmful interference in which case the
user will be required to correct the interference at his or her own expense.
CISPR 22 and EN55022 Warning
This is a Class A product. In a domestic environment this product may cause radio
interference in which case the user may be required to take adequate measures.
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Japanese Compliance Statement
The following compliance statement in Japanese pertains to VCCI EMI regulations:
English translation: This is a Class A product based on the Technical Requirement of
the Voluntary Control Council for Interference by Information Technology (VCCI). In a
domestic environment, this product may cause radio interference, in which case the
user may be required to take corrective actions.
Taiwan Warning Label Statement
The following warning label statement pertains to BSMI regulations in Taiwan, R.O.C.:
English translation: This is a Class A product. In a domestic environment, this product
may cause radio interference, in which case, the user may be required to take adequate
measures.
Internal Code License Statement
The following is the Internal Code License Agreement from StorageTek:
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