Chapter 4 Operating the Autoloader
Autoloader Operations
32 LTO Ultrium 8-Slot Autoloader User’s Guide
Write-Protected
Media
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If the drive detects a write-protected media, an internal bit is set and the
autoloader posts the 'WP' string on the display indicating a write
protected media is loaded in the drive. The display shows the following
status:
As soon as the write-protected media is ejected, the drive resets the
internal bit and the 'WP' string on the display is cancelled.
Autoloader Operations 4
After you install and configure the autoloader and install your
application software on the host computer, the autoloader performs most
operations automatically. Operator intervention includes the following
activities:
• Monitoring autoloader operation and status
• Performing autoloader and tape drive operations
Monitoring the
Autoloader
Operation and
Status
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During normal operation, the Status screen is displayed on the liquid
crystal display. You can use this screen to monitor autoloader activities.
By default, the
Status screen displays the current operating status of the
autoloader and tape drive.
To set the Operator’s Panel to
Interaction mode, press any key. This mode
lets you use the keypad to display options for issuing commands to the
autoloader, viewing information screens, and configuring the autoloader.
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