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Quantum Scalar 1000 User Manual

Quantum Scalar 1000
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Scalar
1000 Library
Operator Guide

Table of Contents

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Quantum Scalar 1000 Specifications

General IconGeneral
CategoryTape Library
Drive TechnologyLTO Ultrium
Number of Slots10
InterfaceSAS
RAID SupportNo
WeightVaries depending on configuration
Power SupplyRedundant power supplies available

Summary

About this Guide

ADIC Technical Assistance Center

Provides contact details for technical support and troubleshooting assistance.

System Description

General Description

Provides an overview of the Scalar 1000's function, configuration, and capacity.

Tape Drives

Lists the various types of tape drives supported by the Scalar 1000 library.

Cartridge Accessor

Explains the function and components of the cartridge handling mechanism.

Connectivity

Details the available network and interface connection options.

Remote Management Unit

Explains the RMU's role in web-based remote library management.

Safety

Hazard Alert Messages

Classifies hazards with symbols, signal words, definitions, and consequences.

Main Circuit Breaker (Power) Switch

Details the function of the main circuit breaker for power control and safety.

Operation

Using the Operator Panel

Explains interaction with the Scalar 1000 via the Operator Panel for starting, shutdown, and media handling.

Starting the Scalar 1000

Provides a step-by-step procedure for powering on and starting the Scalar 1000 library.

Shutting Down the Scalar 1000

Details procedures for safely powering off the Scalar 1000 library.

Normal Shutdown

Details the recommended procedure for safely shutting down the Scalar 1000.

Emergency Shutdown

Outlines the procedure for emergency shutdown, to be used only in critical situations.

Restarting the Scalar 1000

Provides instructions for restarting the Scalar 1000 after a shutdown.

Using the Remote Management Unit

Explains the RMU's functions for web-based remote library management.

Setting up the RMU

Guides users through configuring the RMU's network parameters via the Operator Panel.

Accessing the RMU

Explains how to access the RMU user interface using a web browser and the RMU's IP address.

Checking Status and General Information

Describes how to check library status, firmware levels, and other system information via the RMU.

Configuring Network Parameters

Explains how to reconfigure hostname, IP, subnet mask, and gateway address through the RMU.

Updating Firmware

Guides users on updating RMU and library firmware using available files.

Viewing Diagnostic Files (Library and RMU Logs)

Explains how to access and view library and RMU diagnostic information for troubleshooting.

Menus and Commands

Using the Operator Panel Menu

Explains how to navigate and use the Operator Panel menu system.

Accessing the Menu

Details the procedure for selecting menu options using the Operator Panel buttons.

Main Menu

Describes the primary navigation menu after the initial screen.

Mode Dialog

Explains how to change the library's operating mode (Online, Offline, Shutdown).

Status Menu

Provides access to library operating statistics and status views.

Logs Submenu

Provides access to view command or error log history.

Command Log Dialog

Allows viewing a running history log of library operations for analysis.

Error Log Dialog

Enables viewing a running history of errors that have occurred in the library.

Commands Menu

Provides access to commands that perform motion within the library.

Park

Retracts the gripper and returns the Accessor to the home position.

Move Submenu

Allows positioning the gripper or scanner, or moving media.

Position to Elem Dialog

Moves the Accessor in front of a specific element.

Move Media Dialog

Moves cartridges between elements without host intervention.

Inventory Dialog

Initiates inventory of specific elements within the library.

Insert/Eject Submenu

Provides options for inserting or ejecting clean tapes.

Insert Screen

Moves all cartridges from I/E stations to the first available empty storage cells.

Insert Clean Tape Dialog

Moves a selected cleaning cartridge from I/E station to empty storage cells.

Eject Dialog

Removes cartridges without opening doors or host intervention.

Eject Clean Tape Submenu

Provides options to remove cleaning cartridges from the library.

Database Menu

Provides access to information about media types, elements, and library configuration.

Media Dialog

Obtains information about a specific cartridge based on its barcode label.

Setup Menu

Allows changing physical or logical operational characteristics of the library.

SCSI Submenu

Sets library SCSI ID and parity, and views SCSI bus type.

Security Dialog

Changes Operator Panel LCD security mode or password.

RMU Submenu

Sets initial RMU network parameters for remote access.

IP Dialog

Sets the IP, Subnet, and Gateway network addresses for RMU communication.

Cleaning Submenu

Allows selection of how and when to clean the library drives.

Library Submenu

Sets Operator Panel LCD parameters, changes passwords, and audio alarm.

Drives Submenu

Allows changing drive status or operations.

Service Menu

Selects library diagnostics or exercisers for service personnel.

Start Dialog

Checks and resets Preventative Maintenance (PM) SAC codes.

SAC Dialog

Provides explanations for displayed Service Action Codes (SACs).

Demo Dialog

Moves cartridges between storage elements, requiring a password.

Processing Media

Cleaning Drives

Provides methods and procedures for cleaning library tape drives.

Error Messages

Service Action Codes

Lists Service Action Codes (SACs) and the corresponding operator actions for error resolution.

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