Tandberg LTO3 User Manual

2U Autoloader 6.4® LTO3

User Reference Manual

Document No: DOCSP 301283

Date: Aug., 2005

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Warnings

Precautions

Product Overview

product name	P/N	description
LTO3 AUTOLOADER 6.4	8330 7071 00	1 drive & 8 slots, 2U,

Accessories

product name	description
SCSI cable
Terminator
Power cord	(1x EU version, 1x US version)
Manual CD & Quick Reference Guide
BCR (customer installable)	LTO 3 only
BCR Installation Guide	LTO 3 only

Options

product name	P/N	description
Remote Management Card	433023	Web Administration Tool
RackMount Kit	433026

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Warnings

Precautions

SERVICE & SUPPORT INFORMATION:

Europe	TANDBERG Data GmbH
	Feldstr. 81
	D-44141 Dortmund
	Germany
	Phone: 0049 – (0)231 – 5436 142
	Fax:	0049 – (0)231 – 5436 143
USA	INOSTOR Inc. (A TANDBERG DATA COMPANY)
	13000 Gregg Street
	Poway
	CA 92064
	USA
	Phone:	001 – (0)858 – 726 0277
	Fax:	001 – (0)858 – 726 0278
ASIA	TANDBERG Data Pte. Ltd. (main office for ASIA)
	20 Bendemeer Road
	#04-05 Cyberhub
	Singapore 339914
	Phone: 0065 – (0)6396 – 0786
	Fax:	0065 – (0)6396 – 0787
Japan	TANDBERG Data Inc.
	Shinkawa –nittei Annex Bldg. , 7th floor
	22-4, Shinkawa 1-chome
	Chuo-ku
	Tokyo 104
	Japan
	Phone:	0081 – (0)3 5566 – 2871
	Fax:	0081 – (0)3 5566 – 2875

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Warnings

Precautions

1 Warnings

!IMPORTANT All safety and operating instructions should be read before this product is operated, and should be retained for future reference. This unit has been engineered and manufactured to assure your personal safety. Improper use can result in potential electrical shock or fire hazards. In order not to defeat the safeguards, observe the following basic rules for its installation, use and servicing.

DANGER High voltage!

Risk of electric shock.

Do not remove cover (or back). No user-serviceable parts inside. Refer servicing to qualified service personnel.

nHeed warnings – All warnings on the product and in the operating instructions should be adhered to.

nFollow instructions – All operating and use instructions should be followed.

nVentilation – The product should be situated so that its location or position does not interfere with proper ventilation.

nHeat – The product should be situated away from heat sources such as radiators, heat registers, furnaces, or other heat producing appliances.

nPower sources – The product should be connected to a power source only of the type directed in the operating instructions or as marked on the product.

nPower cord protection – The AC line cord should be routed so that it is not likely to be walked on or pinched by items placed upon or against it, paying particular attention to the cord at the wall receptacle, and the point where the cord exits from the product.

nTo complete the disconnection of the electricity, please remove the power (electric) cable and the SCSI cable from their connections in the back of the autoloader. The plugs should be placed near the autoloader for easy access.

nObject and liquid entry – Care should be taken to insure that objects do not fall and liquids are not spilled into the product's enclosure through openings.

nServicing – The user should not attempt to service the product beyond that described in the operating instructions. All other servicing should be referred to qualified service personnel.

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Warnings

Precautions

1.1 Precautions

nDo not use oil, solvents, gasoline, paint thinners or insecticides on the unit.

nDo not expose the unit to moisture, to temperatures higher than 60 °C (140 °F) or to extreme low temperatures.

nKeep the unit away from direct sunlight, strong magnetic fields, excessive dust, humidity and electronic/electrical equipment, which generate electrical noise.

nHold the AC power plug by the head when removing it from the AC source outlet; pulling the cord can damage the internal wires.

nUse the unit on a firm level surface free from vibration, and do not place anything on top of the unit.

1.2 Product Warranty Caution

The 1x8 autoloader by Tandberg is warranted to be free from defects in materials, parts, and workmanship and will conform to the current product specification upon delivery. For the specific details of your warranty, see your sales contract or contact the company from which the autoloader was purchased.

The warranty for the autoloader shall not apply to failures of any unit when:

nThe autoloader is repaired or modified by anyone other than the manufacturer's personnel or approved agent.

nThe autoloader is physically abused or used in a manner that is inconsist ent with the operating instructions or product specification defined by the manufacturer.

nThe autoloader fails because of accident, misuse, abuse, neglect, mishandling, misapplication, alteration, faulty installation, modification, or service by anyone other than the factory service center or its approved agent.

nThe autoloader is repaired by anyone, including an approved agent, in a manner that is contrary to the maintenance or installation instructions supplied by the manufacturer.

nThe manufacturer's serial number tag is removed.

nThe autoloader is damaged because of improper packaging on return.

CAUTION Rough Handling at Shipping!

Damaging of the autoloader and loosing warranty.

If you are returning the autoloader for rep air, package it in its original packaging (or in replacement packaging obtained from your vendor).

CAUTION Untrained or unauthorized personnel!

Damaging of the autoloader and loosing warranty.

If problems with the autoloader occur, contact your maintenance organization.

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Warnings

User Guide

1.3 User Guide

This specification describes the functional, performance, and environmental specifications of the autoloader.

Contents of this User Reference Manual

nQuick Start Guide

nFeatures and Physical Description

nInstallation and Setup

nOperation and Maintenance

nTroubleshooting and Diagnostics

nAnalysis Procedures

nSCSI Interface Specification

nProduct Specifications

To configure and operate the ThinStor®Plus LTO3 Autoloader via the OCP and the RMU see ThinStor ®Plus LTO3 Autoloader – Operator's Manual.

Conventions used in this specification

This spe cification uses the following conventions:

NOTE: Notes provide additional information or suggestions about the topic or procedure being discussed.

!IMPORTANT Information next to the word Important helps you complete a procedure or avoid additional steps.

In this document you may find the following 3 steps of warnings:

DANGER Usage:

Imminently hazardous situation.

Will result in death or serious injury if not avoided.

WARNING Usage:

Potentially hazardous situation.

Could result in death or serious injury if not avoided.

CAUTION Usage:

Potentially hazardous situation.

May result in minor or moderate injury or property-damage-only accidents if not avoided. Example: losing data, or damaging the autoloader or the tape drive

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				Contents
2	Contents
1	Warnings ................................		............................................................................................	4
	1.1	Precautions ................................................................ ................................................		5
	1.2	Product Warranty Caution ...........................................................................................		5
	1.3	User Guide.................................................................................................................		6
2	Contents................................................................................................		.............................	7
3	Tables ...............................................................................................................................			10
4	Figures ................................................................		.............................................................	11
5	Quick Start Guide ................................................................................................			............. 12
6	Features and Physical Description................................ ...................................................			14
	6.1	Equipment Description ..............................................................................................		14
	6.2	Features ................................................................................................		.................. 15
	6.3	Component Descriptions ................................................................ ...........................		16
7	Installation and Setup ................................ ......................................................................			20
	7.1	Installing the Optional Remote Management Unit (RMU) ................................		............. 20
		7.1.1	Contents of the Kit: ..........................................................................................	20
		7.1.2	Required Tools: ...............................................................................................	20
		7.1.3	Mounting Instructions: ................................................................	...................... 20
	7.2	Installing the Optional Bar Code Reader (BCR) ..........................................................		21
		7.2.1	Contents of the Kit: ..........................................................................................	21
		7.2.2	Required Tools: ...............................................................................................	21
		7.2.3	Mounting Instructions: ................................................................	...................... 22
		7.2.4	Configuration of the Barcode Reader ................................ ................................	23
		7.2.5	Barcode Labels...............................................................................................	23
		7.2.6 Removing the Barcode Reader.........................................................................		23
	7.3	Installing the Autoloader as a Desktop Uni t.................................................................		24
		7.3.1	Checks Before Installation:...............................................................................	24
		7.3.2	Connecting Power ................................................................ ...........................	24
	7.4	Installing the Autoloader in a Rack................................................................		............. 25
		7.4.1	Prepare the Autoloader for Installation ..............................................................	25
		7.4.2	Install the Support Rails in the Rack..................................................................	25
		7.4.3	Install the Rack Front Mount Brackets on the Autoloader....................................	27
		7.4.4	Secure the Autoloader to the Rack ................................................................	... 27
		7.4.5	Connecting Power ................................................................ ...........................	28
	7.5	Running Library Verify Test .......................................................................................		28
	7.6	Connecting the Autoloader to the Server ....................................................................		29
		7.6.1 Connecting to RMU .........................................................................................		29
		7.6.2	Connecting to SCSI bus ................................ ...................................................	29
8	Operation and Maintenance ................................ .............................................................			30
	8.1	General Guidelines ................................................................................................		... 30
	8.2	Powering on the System ................................................................ ...........................		30
	8.3	Using the Operator Panel and Menu Options..............................................................		32
	8.4	Operational Modes ................................................................................................		... 33
		8.4.1	Automatic Mode ..............................................................................................	33
		8.4.2 Random Mode.................................................................................................		33
		8.4.3	Sequential Mode ................................ .............................................................	34
		8.4.4 Loop Mode................................ ......................................................................		34
		8.4.5	Autoload Mode ................................................................ ................................	34
		8.4.6	Menu Structure and Options OCP User Interaction Mode ................................	... 35
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	8.5	Configuration ............................................................................................................		36
	8.6	Operation .................................................................................................................		36
		8.6.1	Monitoring Autoloader Operation and Status .....................................................	36
	8.7	Performing Autoloader and Tape Drive.......................................................................		36
		8.7.1	Importing and Exporting Cartridges................................................................	... 36
		8.7.2	Bulk Exchange ................................................................ ................................	37
		8.7.3	Load and unload a Cartridge ............................................................................	37
		8.7.4	Write Protected Media .....................................................................................	37
		8.7.5	Cleaning the Tape Drive ................................................................	.................. 37
	8.8	Shipping................................................................ ...................................................		39
9	Troubleshooting and Diagnostics ....................................................................................			40
	9.1	General Guidelines ................................................................................................		... 40
	9.2	Reacting on Lightening Error LED/Error Code .............................................................		40
		9.2.1	Viewing Drive Error Codes via the OCP ............................................................	41
		9.2.2	Viewing Drive Error Codes via Serial Communication ................................	........ 41
		9.2.3	Viewing Drive Error Codes via the RMU ............................................................	41
	9.3	Determining a Problem..............................................................................................		41
	9.4	Error Messages and Error Codes ...............................................................................		43
		9.4.1	Error Code Description ....................................................................................	43
		9.4.2	Example for an Error/Event Log:.......................................................................	43
		9.4.3	Not Ready Errors 01h – 0Fh................................................................	............. 44
		9.4.4	Unit Attention 10h – 1Fh ................................................................	.................. 44
		9.4.5	Recovered Errors 20h – 2Fh ............................................................................	45
		9.4.6	Hardware Errors 30h – 4Fh ................................ ..............................................	45
		9.4.7	Illegal Request Errors 50h – 6Fh ......................................................................	46
		9.4.8 Aborted Command Errors 70h – 73h .................................................................		47
		9.4.9	Additional Errors 7ah – 7Fh ................................ ..............................................	47
		9.4.10Robotic Control Errors 81h – 8Fh ................................ .....................................		48
		9.4.11Function Errors 90h – 9Fh ................................................................................		49
		9.4.12Low Level Axis Errors A0h – AFh ................................ .....................................		50
		9.4.13Electronic Hardware Errors B0h – B9h ..............................................................		51
		9.4.14Drive Errors BAh – BFh ....................................................................................		51
		9.4.15Barcode Errors C0h – CFh ...............................................................................		52
		9.4.16Network Errors D0h – D5h ...............................................................................		52
		9.4.17Subcode Descriptions................................................................		...................... 52
		9.4.18Drive Error Code Descriptions ................................ ..........................................		55
	9.5	Access Protocol ................................................................................................		........ 56
10	Analysis Procedures ................................................................................................			........ 57
	10.1	Power/External Fan Analysis.....................................................................................		57
	10.2	RMU Analysis................................ ...........................................................................		57
	10.3	BCR Analysis................................ ...........................................................................		58
	10.4	Media-Related Problems................................................................ ...........................		58
11	SCSI Interface Specification................................ .............................................................			59
	11. 1	Cable and Terminator Requirements................................ ..........................................		59
		11.1.1SCSI Cable Requirements ...............................................................................		59
		11.1.2SCSI Terminator Requirements................................................................		........ 60
	11.2	SCSI Communications ..............................................................................................		60
		11.2.1SCSI Messages ..............................................................................................		61
		11.2.2SCSI Commands ................................ .............................................................		62
	11.3	Elements and Element Addresses ................................................................		............. 65
		11.3.1Elements ................................................................................................		........ 65
		11.3.2Element Addresses .........................................................................................		65
12	Product Specifications ................................................................ .....................................			67
	12.1	Size and Weight .......................................................................................................		67
	12.2	Performance Specifications .......................................................................................		67
	12.3	Power Specifications.................................................................................................		69
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	12.4	Environmental Specifications .....................................................................................	70
		12.4.1Shock and Vibration .........................................................................................	71
	12.5	Shipping Specifications ................................ .............................................................	72
	12.6	Safety and Regulatory Agency Compliance ................................ ................................	73
13	Index	................................................................................................ ................................	77

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			Tables
3	Tables
Table 1		Autoloader features................................................................................................	... 15
Table 2		SCSI interface ................................................................ ..........................................	15
Table 3		Data cartridge capaci ties in gigabytes (GB) ................................ ................................	19
Table 4		Ultrium Gen3 support ................................................................ ................................	19
Table 5		Inventory Status characters.......................................................................................	31
Table 6		SCSI messages supported by the autoloader .............................................................	62
Table 7		SCSI commands supported by the autoloader ............................................................	63
Table 8		Status byte descriptions............................................................................................	64
Table 9		Supported sense keys...............................................................................................	64
Table 10		Element addresses ................................................................................................	... 66
Table 11		Dimensions and weight ................................ .............................................................	67
Table 12		Autoloader storage capacity ................................................................ ......................	67
Table 13		AC power specifications ............................................................................................	69
Table 14		Environmental specifications .....................................................................................	70
Table 15		Acoustic noise limits................................ ..................................................................	70
Table 16		Shock limits................................................................ ..............................................	71
Table 17		Vibration specifications..............................................................................................	72
Table 18		Shipping weight and dimensions ................................................................................	72

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			Figures
4	Figures
Figure 1		AC line cord, SCSI terminator ....................................................................................	12
Figure 2		Power switch ............................................................................................................	12
Figure 3		Operator panel .........................................................................................................	13
Figure 4		Autoloader ...............................................................................................................	14
Figure 5		Front panel components............................................................................................	16
Figure 6		Back panel components............................................................................................	17
Figure 7		Internal components .................................................................................................	17
Figure 8		Location of the protective covering for the RMU rail.....................................................	21
Figure 9		Positioning of the LAN card .......................................................................................	21
Figure 10		Location of the cover plate for the BCR rail.................................................................	22
Figure 11		Connecting of the BCR..............................................................................................	22
Figure 12		EIA identification .......................................................................................................	25
Figure 13		Attaching cage cilp nuts to a rack with square holes....................................................	26
Figure 14		Attaching expanding rails to the rack ................................ ..........................................	26
Figure 15		Mounting position of rack mount bracket, left side .......................................................	27
Figure 16		Installing the Autoloader in a rack ................................ ..............................................	27
Figure 17		SCSI receptacles ................................ ......................................................................	29
Figur e 18		LEDs .......................................................................................................................	31
Figure 19		Operator panel .........................................................................................................	32
Figure 20		Interaction Mode, overview................................ ........................................................	35
Figure 21		Default element addresses (identical to the element indexes .......................................	66

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Quick Start Guide

5 Quick Start Guide

Defaults

NOTE: The following defaults have been set at the factory.

LDR SCSI ID

0

DRV SCSI ID

5

Operating Mode

Sequential

Figure 1 AC line cord, SCSI terminator

1.Install AC line cord, first to autoloader (receptacle 2), then to AC outlet.

2.Install SCSI terminator on autoloader (receptacle 1).

Figure 2 Power switch

3.Use the eraser end of a pencil or something similar to press the left side of the power switch. The autoloader powers up.

Install data cartridges in slots 1-8 :

4.Place cartridge in the cartridge access port.

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Figure 3 Operator panel

5.Press any button on the operator panel to change to interaction mode.

6.Choose the "Go Offline" menu and press <Enter>.

7.Choose the "Commands" menu and press <Enter>.

8.Choose "Import", press <Enter>

9.Enter the number of the cartridge slot and press <Enter>. The cartridge is placed in the chosen slot.

10.Repeat step 4 to 7, until all cartridges are imported.

Drive empty

12345678 SEQ

11.Power up your host computer.

12.Verify your backup software.

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Features and Physical Description

Equipment Description

6 Features and Physical Description

6.1 Equipment Description

The autoloader provides automated data storage, archival, backup, and retrieval for a range of systems, from desktop workstations to small office local area networks.

This chapter describes the autoloader. It includes the following topics:

nAutoloader features

nComponent descriptions

nAutoloader accessories

nRelated products

Figure 4 Autoloader

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Features and Physical Description

Features

6.2 Features

The autoloader includes the following features:

nA carousel encircles the tape drive and positions the specified cartridge slot in front of the tape drive. A robotic cartridge loader moves the cartridges between the cartridge slots and the tape drive.

nStorage for up to 8 data cartridges. Cartridges are stored in cartridge slots mounted on the carousel. One of these cartridge slots can contain a cleaning cartridge.

nA cartridge access port for importing or exporting a single cartridge from the autoloader.

nAn LCD allows you to monitor autoloader operations, select configuration options, and control the cartridge loader and carousel from the front panel.

nThe autoloader and the tape drive each include independent Small Computer System Interface (SCSI) controllers. Each supports independent sets of SCSI messages and commands. The autoloader and the enclosed tape drive use a wide, low-voltage differential (LVD) SCSI interface.

NOTE: Also the LVD SCSI interface is compatible with single-ended (SE) SCSI.

The autoloader is designed as a standalone unit, but can be mounted in a standard 19-inch rack if desired. Rack mount kits are available from the manufacturer.

Physical characteristi cs and features

Drive technology		IBM LTO Ultrium 3
Total drives		1
Total storage elements		8
Cartridge access port		1
LCD display size and type		Two-line x 32 character, ASCII
LCD user interface		Four-button keypad
Maximum capacity		3.2 TB native/6.4 TB compressed
Maximum sustained data transfer rate		80 MB/s native/280 MB/s compressed
Table 1	Autoloader features
Parallel SCSI communication interface
Low-voltage differential (LVD) + SE		yes
Maximum SCSI bus connections		1
Table 2	SCSI interface

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ComponentDescriptions

6.3 Component Descriptions

The following sections describe the major components of the autoloader.

Front Panel Components

Figure 5 Front panel components

( 1 ) Cart ridge access port

The cartridge access port allows you to insert or remove cartridges from the autoloader.

Operator Panel

( 2 ) 4 Status LEDs

( 3 ) Liquid crystal display, 16 characters per line, two lines

( 4 ) Four button keypad

For more information about the operator panel and menu operations, see page 32.

( 5 ) Power switch

The power switch allows you to turn power on and off for the autoloader and the enclosed tape drive. The switch is recessed into the front panel to prevent the autoloader from being accidently turned off during operation.

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Features and Physical Description

ComponentDescriptions

Back Panel Components

Figure 6 Back panel components

( 1 ) SCSI Connectors

The autoloader has two wide SCSI connectors for connecting the autoloader and tape drive to a single SCSI bus. The connectors can accommodate either of the following:

–A shielded male, high-density wide (68-pin) SCSI cable

–A wide external terminator

The wide SCSI configuration allows up to 16 devices (including one or more initiators) to be attached to a single SCSI bus. See SCSI Interface Specification on page 59 for more information about the SCSI interface.

( 2 ) Fan

The system fan provides cooling for the autoloader and the tape drive.

( 3 ) Power cord connection

The power cord connection provides AC power and chassis grounding to the autoloader and the tape drive.

Internal Components

Figure 7 Internal components
( 1 )	Cartridge slot
( 2 )	Cartridge loader
( 3 )	Tape drive
( 4 )	Carousel
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Features and Physical Description

ComponentDescriptions

Tape Drive

The autoloader contains one tape drive. The tape drive can sustain a maximum data transfer rate of 280 MB per second (compressed) and can store up to 800 GB of compressed information on a single data cartridge (assuming an average compression ratio of 2:1).

Cartridge Slots and Carousel

The carousel stores up to eight data cartridges. The carousel consists of a drive chain, guides, and gears that move the cartridges into position in front of the tape drive. Each cartridge is installed in a cartridge slot that ensures that the cartridge is properly aligned to be inserted into the tape drive.

If desired, you can use one cartridge slot to hold a cleaning cartridge.

Cartridge Loader

The cartridge loader moves cartridges between the cartridge slots and the tape drive. When a cartridge slot is positioned in front of the tape drive, the loader grips the sides of the cartridge and slides it forward or backward between the slot and tape drive. The loader then releases the cartridge and pushes it firmly into the drive or slot.

Enclosure

The autoloader is housed in a 2 rack-units (ru) high desktop enclosure with a black, textured finish. A paint kit is available from your vendor for touching up nicks and scratches on the finish.

Autoloader Accessories and Related Products

The following accessories and products, – available from the manufacturer, are intended for use with the autoloader:

n230 V AC power cord

nOne Wide SCSI-3 cable

nOne LVD Wide SCSI terminator

nAutoloader CD (includes all of the product documentation)

nLTO tape data cartridges

nLTO tape Packs

nLTO tape cleaning cartridges

nRack mount kit

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Features and Physical Description

ComponentDescriptions

Data Cartridges

The tape drive reads and writes to LTO tape data cartridges. The capacity and transfer rates are listed in 0.

CAUTION Wrong tapes!

Damages of the tape drive.

Use only LTO tape data cartridges.

LTO tape	Capacity (native)	Capacity	Tape length (meters)
Cartridge type		(compressed) 1)
Ultrium 1	100GB	200GB	580
Ultrium 2	200GB	400GB	580
Ultrium 3	400GB	800GB	680

Table 3 Data cartridge capacities in gigabytes (GB)

1)Assuming a 2:1 compression ratio. Actual compressed capacity varies depending on the type of data being recorded.

		Gen 3		Gen 2		Gen 1
		drive		drive		drive
Native	Format	Write	Read	Write	Read	Write	Read
Capacity
400 GB	Ultrium 3	yes	yes	no	no	no	no
(680m)
200 GB	Ultrium 2	yes	yes	yes	yes	no	no
(580 m)
100 GB	Ultrium 1	yes	yes	yes	yes	yes	yes
(580 m)
50 GB	Ultrium 1	yes	yes	yes	yes	yes	yes
(290 m)

Table 4 Ultrium Gen3 support

Cleaning Cartridges

Following a regular cleaning schedule for your tape drive will maximize the reliability of your drive and the life of your LTO tape data cartridges. To clean your tape drive, use only LTO tape Cleaning Cartridges, available from the manufacturer.

Rack Mount Kit

If you want to mount the autoloader in a rack, you can purchase a rack mount kit from the manufacturer. The kit includes instructions and all the hardware you need to mount the autoloader in a standard 19 -inch EIA rack. The autoloader occupies 2 rack units.

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Installation and Setup

Installing the Optional Remote Management Unit (RMU)

7 Installation and Setup

This chapter describes:

nInstalling the Optional Remote Management Unit (RMU)

nInstalling the Optional Bar Code Reader (BCR)

nInstalling the Autoloader as a Desktop Unit

nInstalling the Autoloader in a Rack

nRunning Library Verify Test

nConnecting the Autoloader to the Server

7.1Installing the Optional Remote Management Unit (RMU)

7.1.1 Contents of the Kit:

n LAN Card.

7.1.2 Required Tools:

nT10 Torx wrench or small flat -blade screwdriver.

7.1.3 Mounting Instructions:

CAUTION Electro static discharge!

Destruction of the ESD sensitive components.

Please touch unit cover or rear panel before installing the RMU.

The LAN card is to be mounted on the rear of the device.

1.Power off the autoloader.

2.Remove the protective covering (located on the autoloader’s rear panel) (see Figure 8 ). Save the screw.

Formatiert: Nummerierungund

Aufzählungszeichen

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Installing the Optional Bar Code Reader (BCR)

Figure 8 Location of the protective covering for the RMU rail

3.Align the LAN card in the rails and insert into the unit.

4.Fix the unit with the supplied screw (see Figure 9 ).

Figure 9 Positioning of the LAN card

5.Attach the Ethernet cable to the RMU and HOST system.

6.Power ON the autoloader and wait for initialization to complete.

7.Configure the RMU via OCP, see ThinStor®Plus LTO3 Autoloader – Operator's Manual.

7.2 Installing the Optional Bar Code Reader (BCR)

7.2.1 Contents of the Kit:

nBarcode reader.

7.2.2 Required Tools:

nFlat -blade screwdriver; small.

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7.2.3 Mounting Instructions:

CAUTION Electro static discharge!

Destruction of the ESD sensitive components.

Please touch unit cover or rear panel before installing the RMU.

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1.Power down the autoloader.

2.Disconnect the power cord from the outlet. Remove the SCSI cable(s) and power cord from the rear panel of the autoloader.

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cover plate; you may use this plate later after removing the barcode reader.

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Figure 10 Location of the cover plate for the BCR rail

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holes align.

5.Connect the cable to the barcode controller outlet.

6.Attach the barcode reader with the screws (see Figure 11).

Figure 11 Connecting of the BCR

7. Reconnect the SCSI cables and power cord to the autoloader.

8.Power on the autoloader.

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7.2.4 Configuration of the Barcode Reader

1.Enable Barcode Reader through the Operator Panel. Select menu item CONFIGURATION/BARCODE READER and set BCR CHANGE TO „ON”.

2.The barcode reader is controlled through the host software.

3.The autoloader and host system will sense the presence of the barcode reader.

7.2.5 Barcode Labels

The barcode reader can only operate, if barcode labels are present on the tape cartridges. Please make sure that only barcode labels according to the appropriate barcode label specification are used!

7.2.6 Removing the Barcode Reader

1.Disable Barcode Reader through the Operator Panel. Select menu item CONFIGURATION/BARCODE READER and set BCR CHANGE TO "OFF"

2.Power down the autoloader.

3.Disconnect the power cable from the outlet. Remove the SCSI cable(s) and power cable from the rear panel.

4.Unscrew the screws that fix the barcode reader to the rear panel.

5.Unplug the barcode reader connector from the controller outlet.

6.Replace the cover panel on the rear panel.

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7.3 Installing the Autoloader as a Desktop Unit

WARNING Weights on the autoloader!

Destruction of the autoloader's chassis.

The autoloader should not be stacked. Do not place anything on top of the autoloader.

7.3.1 Checks Before Installation:

If you install the autoloader as a desktop unit, position the autoloader in a location that is away from dust, dirt, and debris, and is convenient to the server (host) to which it will be attached. The only restrictions are the length of the power cord and the length of the SCSI cable.

For a desktop installation, position the autoloader in the following recommended locations:

nAway from high-traffic areas, especially if the floor is carpeted.

nOut of copy rooms to avoid toner and paper dust. Do not store paper supplies near any unit.

n Awa y from moving air, such as doorways, open windows, fans, and air conditioners.

nOff the floor.

nIn a horizontal position on a flat surface.

nWhere a tape cartridge can be easily inserted into the I/O Door.

7.3.2 Connecting Power

1.Plug the power cord into the receptacle at the rear of the autoloader

2.Plug the other end of the power cord into a grounded electrical outlet.

3.Power on the autoloader.

The autoloader will verify the drive configuration and status, build a valid cartridge inventory log, and calibrate the robotic cartridge loader.

The OCP’s green READY/ACTIVITY LED (light -emitting diode) will blink during this initialization process.

When the autoloader completes the Power-On Self Test (POST) for the drive and the library, the green READY/ACTIVITY LED will stop blinking.

The autoloader will be in automatic mode (the default mode) and SEQ will appear in the lower right corner of the OCP display.

For information about the autoloader’s modes of operation, see ThinStor®Plus LTO3 Autoloader – Operator's Manual. If a failure occurred, the red ERROR LED will light up and an error message will be displayed on the OCP. See Troubleshooting and Diagnostics on page 40.

4.If the power on is successful, run the Library Verify test (see Running Library Verify Test on page 28).

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