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Overview of the library’s BlueScale user interface and its features, including front, interior, and back panel components.
Controls library resources, provides user interface for configuration, information, metrics, media management, and troubleshooting.
Describes the locations and functions of the library’s major front panel, internal, and rear panel components.
Describes features that help the library operate during component or network connection failures.
Details the requirements that must be completed before beginning the installation process.
Instructions on how to unpack the library and its components.
Outlines procedures for mounting the library in a rack or placing it on a table.
Details on how to install drives into the library's drive bays.
Steps to automatically update BlueScale software and load activation keys using a Spectra USB device.
Procedure to log into the BlueScale user interface after power-on.
Procedures to complete initial configuration steps to prepare the library for use.
Describes the BlueScale user interface for configuring, monitoring, and maintaining the T50e library.
Describes common features appearing in the BlueScale user interface screens.
Procedure to log into the BlueScale user interface before managing or configuring the library.
Procedures for assigning users to groups and configuring library security.
Describes how to modify the library’s global configuration settings.
Recommends connecting the library to an Ethernet network for network access and remote management.
Overview of the importance of current library metadata backup for disaster recovery.
Describes how to manually back up the library configuration after changes that do not trigger automatic backups.
Steps to obtain and install a security certificate and private key if SSL is enabled.
Explains how the Spectra Logic tape libraries support barcode data strings and how to configure reporting.
Describes configuring a local package server for storing BlueScale packages for updates.
Explains how to configure a partition to emulate another type of library for software compatibility.
Explains that library power is controlled using the front panel power button.
Overviews the tools in the BlueScale interface for monitoring library health and performance.
Instructions on how to check the library's system messages and respond appropriately.
Describes plugging a USB device into a USB port on the LCM for various purposes.
Describes methods for identifying partitions and drives using the BlueScale UI and host software.
Explains how the library uses Shared Library Services (SLS) to logically divide into storage partitions.
Lists requirements for configuring partitions, including cleaning and storage partitions.
Steps to access the BlueScale partition wizard for creating or modifying partitions.
Instructions for creating a cleaning partition, especially if Auto Drive Clean is intended.
Describes using the BlueScale Partition wizard to create a new storage partition.
Options to automatically create a single partition or manually create partitions to specifications.
Steps to enter a name and select the media type for the storage partition.
Selecting the drive that provides the control path for robotic motion commands.
Steps to configure one or more Global Spare drives for the partition.
Setting storage slots and selecting drives to be dedicated to the partition.
Configuring partition settings to use MLM PreScan and PostScan features.
Steps to configure encryption for a partition if using LTO-4/later drives and BlueScale or Spectra SKLM.
Confirming all settings and saving them to complete the partition creation process.
Describes how to edit or modify an existing partition for various reasons.
Procedures to delete a partition, freeing drives and slots for reassignment.
Describes importing and exporting cartridges as primary library interactions.
Describes the process of importing cartridges into the library.
Instructions for exporting or exchanging cartridges within a partition.
Instructions on how to remove cartridges from the library using the Bulk Unload option.
Explains viewing the cartridge inventory via the Inventory screen on the BlueScale user interface.
Overview of interacting with the cartridge inventory for various tasks.
Steps to view cartridge information, locations, and health within a specific partition.
Describes two methods for locating a specific cartridge using the Inventory screen.
Explains using the library's BlueScale interface to move cartridges between locations.
Instructions on how to update the media inventory maintained by storage management software.
Overview of the major features of BlueScale Media Lifecycle Management (MLM).
Describes enabling MLM and configuring global features for MLM.
Ready to begin using MLM to track and monitor LTO cartridges in the library.
Steps to discover cartridges and add them to the MLM database.
Manual process to add cartridges to the MLM database.
Provides verification of data cartridges by performing a basic functionality test and health check.
Detailed information about how PostScan operates and prerequisites.
Contains usage and media health history, PostScan data, and Drive Lifecycle Management data.
Works with MLM to identify drives experiencing errors or problems during operation.
Uses health icons to provide at-a-glance information about drive health.
Provides at-a-glance health status for drives based on collected data.
Accesses detailed drive health reports and allows saving them as XML files.
Describes configuring and using encryption and key management on a Spectra T50e library.
Steps to access the encryption feature to configure library encryption.
Steps to set the encryption user mode for BlueScale Encryption Professional Edition.
Steps to set the Secure Initialization mode for BlueScale Encryption key management.
Steps to change the current encryption user password(s).
Overview of Spectra Tivoli Key Lifecycle Manager (Spectra SKLM) for key management.
Steps to configure the library to use Spectra SKLM key management.
Describes BlueScale key management integrated into the Spectra T50e library.
Ensures backup of keys and record of passwords for recovering encrypted data.
Follows standard data restore processes, requiring the correct encryption key.
Steps to remove an encryption key from the library.
Steps to disable encryption in a partition.
Configures the library to notify support personnel about events and open/update support tickets.
Steps to configure AutoSupport, including network and support contract requirements.
Procedures for configuring mail recipients for AutoSupport information.
Steps to create or modify a profile for each person assigned to work with Spectra Logic Technical Support.
Steps to enable automatic ASL file generation for critical events.
Configures monthly log set forwarding to Spectra Logic for data collection.
Steps to open a new ticket or update a previously submitted ticket with Spectra Logic.
Information to obtain help with resolving library problems.
Information about potential hardware issues during installation and configuration changes.
Information about potential library initialization issues.
Information about potential issues using the BlueScale user interface.
Information about potential issues encountered while using MLM.
Information to help resolve encryption-related problems.
Information about potential issues encountered while operating the library.
Using traces to help diagnose problems with the library.
Tracks maintenance thresholds for key library components.
Steps to reboot (power-cycle) the library to recover from error conditions.
How to use valid backups to restore the library configuration in case of disaster.
Restores library configuration using automatically generated backup files.
Steps to restore the MLM database from a previously saved backup.
Steps to remove magazines in an emergency instance when the front panel is unusable.
Provides information on potential problems encountered with library drives.
Steps to check system messages, error codes, drive documentation, and the technical support portal.
Explains how to use the Drive Details screen to interpret information and troubleshoot drive issues.
Describes tools for collecting drive traces and dumps to diagnose drive problems.
Explains how to generate and retrieve drive traces using the Drive Traces button.
Instructions for downloading and installing the IBM Tape Diagnostic Tool (ITDT).
Utility to collect a dump file from a drive if ITDT cannot be used.
Steps to reset a drive, which may be needed for firmware upgrades or troubleshooting.
Overview of the Global Spare option to remotely replace a failed drive using a spare drive.
Steps to use a Global Spare drive as a temporary replacement for a failed drive.
Steps to return a Global Spare drive to the pool of available spares after replacing a failed drive.
How to use the DLM Drive Health Verification wizard to test an LTO drive.
Contacting Spectra Logic Technical Support for changes to library hardware or service operations.
Explains the need for a current support agreement and key to update software and firmware.
Recommends keeping the library up-to-date with the latest BlueScale software and firmware versions.
Steps to determine the current BlueScale software version running on the library.
Instructions for downloading the BlueScale package from the Spectra Logic Support portal.
Preparation steps including ensuring the support key is current and backing up data.
Steps to delete unwanted package files from the LCM memory card.
Procedure to recalibrate touch points if they do not properly align with user interface graphics.
Instructions on how to purchase and install additional capacity licenses for slots.
Explains when drive cleaning is needed and the process for manual cleaning.
How to determine if a drive requires cleaning using Drive Details screen information.
Steps to clean a drive when a cleaning partition is not associated or software does not support scheduled cleanings.
Recommends marking cleaning cartridge labels and using MLM for tracking usage.
Confirming correct firmware versions and scheduling updates to resolve issues.
Instructions for downloading and installing the IBM Tape Diagnostic Tool (ITDT).
Using an advanced utility with a firmware update tape to update one drive at a time.
Instructions to locate and download IBM LTO drive device drivers from IBM Fix Central.
Procedures for adding or replacing a drive in the library.
Steps to add drives to unused bays if purchased.
Steps to replace a drive assigned to a partition with a new one.
Instructions to permanently remove a drive from the library.
Information on accessing the Spectra Logic Technical Support portal for knowledge base and software updates.
How to open a support incident or ticket using AutoSupport or the support portal.
Reviews best practices for using MLM, protecting library configuration, and working with media.
Recommends backing up the MLM database for disaster recovery.
Procedures to protect library metadata, including configuration, MLM/DLM databases, and encryption keys.
Describes best practices for using cartridges and managing media inventory.
Spectra Logic offers various media and media accessories for the library.
Information on renewing service contracts or purchasing upgrades.
Available upgrades include BlueScale software options and library hardware upgrades.
Provides specifications for the library.
Shows size and weight specifications for the T50e library and components.
Basic rack-mounting specifications for fitting the Spectra T50e into a standard 4-post rack.
Describes the input power requirements and power cord specifications for the library.
Describes environmental specifications for the library, including temperature and humidity.
Information about interfaces used to connect the library and drives to host systems.
Provides flexible storage capacity information from 10 to 50 slots.
Provides basic specifications for supported tape drives and media.
Declares conformity with EU Directives for health, safety, and electromagnetic compatibility.
Lists emission standards compliance for various countries.
Lists domestic and international product safety standards the Spectra T50e complies with.
Lists domestic and international hazardous materials directives the Spectra T50e complies with.
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