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HP M8501 User Manual

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M8501 and M8502 ACL
Tape Drive Installation
and Users Guide
Abstract
This guide provides information about installing, operating, and maintaining the M8501
and M8502 ACL tape drives on an HP Integrity NonStop™ NS-series server. This
guide is written for those who install or maintain the M8501 and M8502 ACL tape
drives.
Product Version
N.A.
Supported Release Version Updates (RVUs)
This guide supports H06.03 and all subsequent H-series RVUs until otherwise
indicated by its replacement publication.
Part Number Published
529972-001 July 2005

Table of Contents

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HP M8501 Specifications

General IconGeneral
BrandHP
ModelM8501
CategoryStorage
LanguageEnglish

Summary

Overview and Features

Overview

Provides an overview of the M8501 and M8502 ACL tape drives and their purpose.

Models and Accessories

Details the M8501 and M8502 ACL tape drive models, configurations, and accessories.

Internal Tape Drive

Describes the single internal tape drive within the ACL units and its hot-swappable capability.

Magazine

Explains the removable tape cartridge magazine and its access method.

Power Supply

Covers how the ACL units receive power through an AC connector.

Robotics

Details the robotics components, including the shuttle and barcode reader, for tape handling.

Front Panel Indicators

Explains the indicators on the front panel: viewing window, GUI touch screen, and status LED.

Setting Up the ACL Tape Drives

Setting up the M8501 ACL Rackmount Unit

Instructions for installing the M8501 ACL tape drive in a rackmount configuration.

Setting up the M8502 ACL Tabletop

Instructions for placing and setting up the M8502 ACL tape drive in a tabletop configuration.

Installing and Configuring the ACL Tape Drive for the NonStop NS-Series Server

Overview

Overview of connecting the ACL tape drive to the NonStop NS-series server via fiber optic cable.

Installation

Step-by-step guide for connecting the tape drive using fiber optic cables and power.

Configuration

Procedure to navigate the ACL menu to view and configure the tape drive's PORTNAME.

Operation

Front Panel

Description of the ACL tape drive's front panel components: magazine door, GUI, status LED, and viewing window.

Magazine Door

Details on opening and accessing the magazine door using electrical or manual release.

Indicators

Explanation of the ACL tape drive's front panel indicators: Solid Green, Flashing Green, Solid Amber.

Initialization Screen

Describes the screen displayed after power-on self-test diagnostics are completed.

ACL Default Screen

Overview of the main screen for ACL operations, listing available options.

Display Screens and Options

Explains graphics and text messages on the GUI touch screen and their functions.

Technical Support Information Option

Information on how to access HP technical support assistance.

Access Magazine Option

Lets you display the Access Magazine screen for tape cartridge placement or removal.

Move Media

Procedure for moving cartridges from the drive to a slot or between slots.

LCD Contrast Controls

Instructions for adjusting the LCD display contrast.

Power

Initiates an ACL power-down operation after moving the shuttle assembly.

Status

Lets you display the ACL Status screen to identify drive type and status.

Online

Lets you place the ACL online or offline.

Menu Selections

Navigating the ACL menu to view, configure, and use the ACL.

View System Data

Area to select screens for viewing ACL options, SCSI, network, etc.

ACL Options

View ACL settings like Unload Mode and Auto Clean Mode.

Inserting and Removing Tape Cartridges

Procedure for removing and inserting tape cartridges into the magazine.

Barcode Labels

Instructions on how to install a barcode label onto a tape cartridge.

Maintenance

Introduction

Describes the Clean One Drive menu option for cleaning the tape drive.

Running a Cleaning Cartridge

How to manage cleaning the installed tape drives automatically or manually.

Automatically Running a Cleaning Cartridge

Configuring the ACL for automatic cleaning cycles when a cleaning is needed.

Manually Running a Cleaning Cartridge

Steps to run a cleaning cartridge from a data cartridge slot or the cleaning slot.

Replacing a Cleaning Cartridge in a Reserved Slot

Procedure for replacing a cleaning cartridge in a reserved slot after it expires.

Replacing a Cleaning Cartridge in the Right Magazine

Steps to replace an expired cleaning cartridge in the magazine.

Troubleshooting

Platform Problems

Identifies issues related to incorrect installation or configuration causing data interchange problems.

Error Recovery

Outlines recommended steps for error recovery using flow charts and procedures.

Error Recovery Procedures

Lists procedures for errors reported on the GUI touch screen that end-users can perform.

Fault Symptom Codes (FSCs)

Describes Fault Symptom Codes (FSCs) and their corresponding recovery procedures.

Safety and Compliance

Regulatory Compliance Statements

General statements on compliance with various international and regional regulations.

FCC Compliance

FCC compliance statement for Class A digital device operation in commercial environments.

Canadian Compliance

Canadian compliance statement for interference-causing equipment regulations.

Korea MIC Compliance

Korea MIC compliance statement for business use information communication equipment.

Taiwan (BSMI) Compliance

Taiwan BSMI compliance statement for Class A information products in residential environments.

Japan (VCCI) Compliance

Japan VCCI compliance statement for Class A IT equipment use in domestic environments.

European Union Notice

Details CE Marking compliance with EMC Directive and Low Voltage Directive.

Laser Compliance

Information on laser classification (Class 1) and warnings for optical devices.

Safety Cautions

Critical safety warnings regarding dual power cords, shock hazards, and operator-serviceable parts.

High Leakage Current

Addresses risks of high leakage currents and essential grounding requirements for servicing.

Fuse Replacement

Cautionary notes for replacing fuses with specific types to maintain fire protection.

Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment (WEEE)

Information on accessing the Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment directive details.

Important Safety Information

Guidance on accessing comprehensive safety information documents in multiple languages.

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