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Checking firmware level

Check the current level of library firmware that is displayed in the System Summary. If an updated level

of firmware is available, download and update the library firmware before normal operation starts. See

“Updating library and drive firmware” on page 87.

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Figure 30. System summary

Installation and configuration 33

Table of Contents

Read this First5
- Contacting Dell5
- Table of Contents7
Figures9
Tables11
Safety and Environmental Notices13
- Safety Notices13
- Laser Safety and Compliance14
- Performing the Safety Inspection Procedure14
  - Class I Laser Product14
- Rack Safety15
Preface17
Product Description19
- TL1000 Tape Autoloader19
- Cartridge Magazine19
- Front Panel20
- Cartridge Magazine21
- Rear Panel22
- Bar Code Reader23
- SAS Host Interface23
- Encryption23
  - Cartridge Door23
- Supported Internet Protocols24
- Simple Network Management Protocol (SNMP) Messaging24
- Network Time Protocol25
- Ultrium Tape Drives25
- Media25
  - Ultrium Half-Height Tape Drive25
- Logical Unit Number (LUN) Scanning26
- Location Coordinates and Element Addresses26
  - Ultrium Data and Cleaning Cartridge Compatibility with Ultrium Tape Drive26
- Library Specifications27
- Product Environment28
  - Acoustical Specifications28
- Supported Device Drivers29
User Interfaces31
- Operator Panel31
- Password Entry Screen34
- Screen Elements34
- Confirmation Screen34
- Web User Interface35
- Java Security Warning Message35
- Login Page36
- User Account Window37
- Superuser Account Window37
- Administrator Account Window38
Installation and Configuration39
- Choosing a Location39
- Installing in a Rack40
- Rack Mount Screw Locations for Front and Rear41
- Attaching the Front Brackets to the Library Chassis42
- Attaching the Rear Brackets to the Rails42
- Creating the Rail Assemblies43
- Installing the Rail Assemblies43
- Securing the Front of the Library in the Rack44
- Securing the Rear of the Library in the Rack44
- Removing the Accessor Locking Screw45
- Attaching the Library to a Server45
- The Cables at the Rear of the Library45
- Accessor Locking Screw45
- Interface Cable Connection46
- Configuring the Library47
  - Default Library Configuration Settings47
  - Configuring Your Library with the Web User Interface49
    - Logging in to the Web User Interface49
- Java Security Warning Message49
  - Web User Interface Login Screen50
    - Checking Firmware Level51
    - Configuring Library Settings52
- Logical Library Mode Settings52
  - Configuring Network Settings53
- Cartridge Assignment Settings53
  - Configuring Date and Time Settings54
  - Configuring Encryption Settings55
- Library Managed Encryption as a Choice56
- Library Managed Encryption Settings57
  - Configuring Email Notifications58
- Email Notifications58
  - Configuring Trap Notifications59
- Trap Notifications59
- Trap List Settings60
- Snmpv3 User List Settings60
  - Managing User Access61
- User Access Settings61
- Add User Dialog Box61
- Password Rules Screen62
  - Saving the Library Configuration63
  - Configuring Your Library with the Operator Panel63
    - Logging in to the Operator Panel63
- Save Configuration63
  - Configuring Network Settings64
  - Configuring Library Settings65
- Populating the Library with Cartridges66
- Cartridge Release Gate66
- Verifying Library and Drive Operation67
- Cartridge Orientation67
- Taking the Library Online68
- Registering for Support Notification68
Operations69
- Current Information69
- Firmware Revision69
- The Operator Panel70
  - Monitoring the Library71
    - Configuration Settings71
    - Current Information71
- Operator Panel Top Menus71
  - Firmware Revision72
  - Managing the Library72
    - Unlocking the I/O Station72
- Unlock I/O Station Command72
- I/O Station Unlocked72
- Unlock Magazine Command73
- Running Drive Diagnostic Procedures82
  - Drive Diagnostic Procedures82
- The Web User Interface83
- Taking the Library Online and Offline88
- Configuring Physical Library Settings92
- View Library Logs Screen103
  - Trace Data104
  - Downloading Drive Logs104
- Traces Screen104
- Download Drive Logs Screen104
- Download Library Logs Screen105
- Reset Library and Drive Screen105
- Firmware Update Screen105
  - Accessor Statistics107
- Usage Statistics Screen107
Media109
- Data Cartridges109
- The LTO Ultrium Data Cartridge109
- Write Once, Read Many (WORM) Cartridges112
- Ultrium Data and WORM Tape Cartridges112
- Cleaning Cartridge113
- Bar Code Labels113
  - Cartridges and Volsers Compatible with the Ultrium Tape Drives113
  - Guidelines for the Use of Bar Code Labels114
- Write-Protect Switch115
- Cartridge Care and Handling115
- Environmental and Shipping Specifications for Tape Cartridges118
  - Environment for Operating, Storing, and Shipping the LTO Ultrium Tape Cartridge118
  - Leader Pin118
Troubleshooting119
- How the Library Reports Problems119
- Library Error Message Content120
- Diagnosing a Problem120
  - Unlock Magazine121
- Isolating Problems123
- Installation and Configuration Problems124
- Interpreting Front Panel Leds125
  - Front Panel LED Indicators125
- Reseating Cables126
- Emailing Logs127
Service Procedures129
- Itdt-Se129
- Contacting Dell Technical Support129
Removal and Replacement Procedures131
- Required Tools131
- Replacing a Defective Cartridge Magazine131
- Unlocking the Cartridge Magazine Manually131
- Cartridge Magazine Lock Release Access Hole132
Appendix A. Error Codes133
- Library Error Codes Drive Error Codes133
- Web User Interface Error Messages143
  - Web User Error Messages143
- Trap Definitions (Types)146
  - Trap List146
Appendix B. Tapealert Flags147
- Tapealert Flags Supported by the Library147
  - Tapealert Flags Supported by the Library Tapealert Flags Supported by the Ultrium Tape Drive147
- Tapealert Flags Supported by the Ultrium Tape Drive149
Appendix C. Sense Data153
- Sense Key Definitions153
- Library Sense Data153
- Tape Drive Sense Data155
  - Ultrium Tape Drive Sense Data155
  - Ultrium Tape Drive Sense Data - Bytes 12 and 13157
Appendix D. Library Configuration Form163
Appendix E. Accessibility167
Glossary169
- Application Managed Encryption169
  - Tape Cartridge184
Index187

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