network
An arrangement of nodes and branches that connects data processing devices to one
another through software and hardware links to facilitate information interchange.
offline
Neither controlled by, nor communicating with, a computer. (IBM)
OKM
Oracle Key Manager, which provides encryption keys to the tape drives.
online
Pertaining to the operation of a functional unit when under the direct control of the
computer. (T)
operator panel
A component of the front control panel consisting of a seven inch WVGA color touch
screen.
partition
A segmented part of the library that acts to hosts as a separate and independent tape
library. The partition must have one bridged drive and at least one magazine. Partitions
share the mailslot and robot, but the tape drives and magazines within each partition
are for use solely by that partition. Other partitions cannot use these tape drives or
magazine storage slots.
port
A specific communications end point within a host. A port is identified by a port
number. (IBM) (2) In Fibre Channel, an access point in a device where a link attaches.
power supply
An AC to DC power supply that mounts into the rear of a module Module (1–15).
Referred to as top power supply or bottom power supply when referring to a power
supply installed in a specific module.
power supply filler
A metal frame that slides into a power supply slot when a power supply will not be
used in that slot.
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