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Appendix
A.
Library
Configuration
Forms
141
162
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Table of Contents
Default Chapter
5
Table of Contents
5
Figures
7
Tables
9
Read this First
11
Minimum Firmware Levels for Common Library Features
11
Regulatory Marks
11
Regulatory Information
11
Contacting Dell
12
Safety and Environmental Notices
13
Danger and Caution Notices
13
Caution Notices
15
Possible Safety Hazards
16
Class I Laser Product
16
Performing the Safety Inspection Procedure
17
Rack Safety
17
Power Cords
19
Preface
21
Overview
23
Introduction
23
Two Module Tape Library
23
Module Designations
23
Structure and Supported Library Configurations
24
Base Module
24
Minimum and Maximum Storage Configurations
24
Base Module
25
Module Library
25
Library Configurations
25
Module Library
26
Module Library
27
Module Library
28
Components
29
Components Front Panel
29
Front Panel Descriptions
29
Rear Panel
30
Rear Panel Descriptions
30
Magazines
31
Physical Numbering of Modules
31
Left Magazine
32
Right Magazine
32
Physical Numbering of Storage Slots - Bottom Module
32
Power Supply
33
Bar Code Reader
33
User Interfaces
33
Power Supply Rear Panel Leds
33
Supported Tape Drives
34
Control Path Drives
34
Mixed Drives
34
Drive Sled Back Panels
35
Mixed Drives in a Logical Library
35
Drive Sled Indicators
35
Half-Height SAS Dual Port
36
Half-Height FC Single Port
36
Physical and Logical Addresses of Drives
37
Full-Height FC Dual Port
37
Supported Tape Cartridges
38
Physical Numbering of Drives
38
Library Functions
39
Encryption
39
Library Sharing
39
Path Failover and Load Balancing
40
Differences between CPF and DPF
40
Alerts and Logging
41
Host Connectivity
42
Network Connectivity
42
Planning
45
Library Layout and Location Requirements
45
Electrical Specifications
46
Equipment Environmental Specifications
46
Physical Specifications
46
Power Cords
47
Gas and Particulate Exposure
47
Network Requirements
52
Host Requirements
53
Installing
55
Installation Precautions
55
Unpacking the Base Module and Expansion Modules
56
Removing the Module from the Box
56
The Module after Removal from the Box
57
Removing the Top of the Module
58
The Module Is Opened to Show the Foam
59
The Foam Packing Is Removed, and the Internal
59
Packing
59
Top Cover Sensor
60
Incorrect Top Cover Insertion - too High
60
Identifying Library Module Components
61
Preparing Top and Bottom Modules
61
Unlocking the Spring Loaded Lock
63
Removing the Cover
63
Installing Modules in a Rack
64
Lifting the Cover and Locking It
64
Incorrect Connector Locations
65
Correct Connector Locations
66
Mounting the Rails to the Connectors
66
Side Rails Installed
67
Sliding the Library into the Rack
67
Installing a Tabletop Module
68
Aligning and Connecting Modules
68
Library in the Rack
68
Alignment Lever Lock
69
Alignment Lever Locked or Engaged to Lower Module
69
Alignment Lever Unlocked or Disengaged
70
Two Modules in Rack, Seen from the Rear
70
Validating Tape Drive Installation
71
Connecting Cables
71
Half-Height FC Single Port
72
Full-Height FC Dual Port
72
Powering on the Library
73
Half-Height SAS Dual Port
73
The Initial Setup Process
74
IP Address Selection
74
Initial Configuration and Customization
75
Labeling and Loading Tape Cartridges
75
Open I/O Station Seen from the Left
76
Verifying the Installation
77
Advanced Library Configuration
77
Overview
78
Library Partitioning
79
Verifying the Host Connection
80
Managing
81
The Management GUI
81
Management GUI Main Screen
82
Main Screen Elements
82
The Operator Panel
83
Navigation Dock
83
Operator Panel Main Screen
84
Status Icons
84
Operator Panel Menu Tree
84
Locating Management Functions
85
Front Panel Leds
85
Default Settings
88
Methods of Cleaning Drives
91
Accessing Cartridges
92
Configuring Library Managed Encryption (KMIP)
92
Magazine State
92
Troubleshooting
95
Finding Event Information
95
Identifying a Failed Component
95
Running Library Tests
95
Troubleshooting Guide
95
Pre-Call Checklist
98
Contacting Dell
99
Diagnostic Information
99
The ITDT Firmware Update, Dump Retrieval and Drive Test Tool
99
Event Codes
100
Main Error Events
101
Warning Error Events
108
Warning Events
108
Configuration Change Events
115
Expansion Module
115
Informational Events
116
Tapealert Flags
117
Tapealert Flags Supported by the Library
117
Tapealert Flags Supported by the Drive
119
Sense Data
122
Drive Error Codes: Single-Character Display (SCD)
122
SCD Dot
124
Status Light
124
Meaning of Status Light and Single-Character Display (SCD)
124
Upgrading and Servicing
127
Internal View of Library
127
Internal View of the Library
127
Internal View Description
127
Adding, Removing, or Replacing a Tape Drive
128
Pinch Hazard
128
Drive Bay Covers
129
Alignment Rails
129
Installing a Tape Drive
130
Unlocking the Drive
130
Adding or Replacing a Base or Expansion Module
131
Interconnect Cables
133
Unlocking or Disengaging the Alignment Lever
134
Loosening the Thumbscrews
135
Sliding the Module out of the Rack
135
Adding, Removing, or Replacing a Power Supply
136
Power Supplies
137
Power Supply Components
137
Sliding in the New Power Supply
138
Replacing a Base or Expansion Controller Card
139
Controller Card Components
140
Installing a Controller Card
141
Installing, Removing, or Replacing an Accessor and Spooling Mechanism
142
Magazine Release Levers
143
Unlocking the Robot
144
Finger Holes
144
Unlocking the Spooling Cable and Placing It in Its Cradle
145
Spooling Cable in Park Position
146
Pins Are Aligned Horizontally
147
Installing the Spooling Cable
148
Returning the Accessor to the Base Module
149
Inserting the Screwdriver to Manually Operate the Accessor
150
Left Magazine Opening
150
Removing or Replacing a Spooling Mechanism
151
Unlocking the Spooling Mechanism
152
Unlocked Spooling Mechanism - Enlarged View
153
Locked Spooling Mechanism - Enlarged View
154
Removing or Replacing a Magazine
155
Removing the Spooling Mechanism
155
Manually Releasing the Right Magazine
156
Manually Releasing the Left Magazine
156
Moving the Library Modules
157
Appendix A. Library Configuration Forms
159
Library Information
160
Module and Drive Information
161
Logical Library Information
162
Users Account Information
163
Appendix B. LTO Media
165
Data Cartridges
165
Cartridge Data Capacity and Recording Formats
165
Cartridge Read/Write Compatibility
166
WORM (Write Once, Read Many) Cartridges
166
WORM Media
166
Data Cartridge Compatibility with LTO Tape Drive
166
Data Security on WORM Media
167
WORM Media Errors
167
Cleaning Cartridge
167
Labeling Tape Cartridges
167
LTO Data and WORM Tape Cartridges
167
Cartridges and Volsers Compatible with the LTO Tape Drives
168
Guidelines for Bar Code Labels
169
Write-Protect Switch
169
Sample Bar Code Label on the LTO 8 Tape
169
Cartridge
169
Handling the Cartridges
170
Providing Training
170
Ensuring Proper Packaging
170
Setting the Write-Protect Switch
170
Location of the Write-Protect Switch
170
Proper Acclimation and Environmental Conditions
171
Completing a Thorough Inspection
172
Handling the Cartridge Carefully
172
Environmental and Shipping Specifications for Tape Cartridges
173
Environment for Operating, Storing, and Shipping the LTO Ultrium Tape Cartridge
173
Appendix C. Accessibility
175
Glossary
177
Universal Rack Connector
194
Index
197
Front Panel 7
198
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Language
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