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- Page 1 Compaq StorageWorks MSL5026 Library Pass-Through Mechanism (PTM) Reference Guide First Edition (June 2001) Part Number 231908-001 Compaq Computer Corporation...
- Page 2 Documentation, and Technical Data for Commercial Items are licensed to the U. S. Government under vendor’s standard commercial license. Compaq shall not be liable for technical or editorial errors or omissions contained herein. The information in this document is provided “as is” without warranty of any kind and is subject to change without notice.
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Page 3: Table Of Contents
Compaq Technical Support ........ - Page 4 Compaq StorageWorks MSL5026 Library Pass-Through Mechanism (PTM) Reference Guide Cabling the PTM and Router ........... 2–20 Multi-Unit Library Configuration (Single Master and Slave) .
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Page 5: About This Guide
About This Guide This guide is designed to be used as step-by-step instructions for installing and ™ configuring a Compaq StorageWorks MSL5026 Library Pass-Through Mechanism (PTM). Document Structure This guide contains the following information: Chapter 1: Introduction Preparing for the PTM Installation... -
Page 6: Text Conventions
Compaq StorageWorks MSL5026 Library Pass-Through Mechanism (PTM) Reference Guide Installing a Longer Belt to an Extended PTM Installing the Extended PTM Cabling the PTM and Router Chapter 3: Configuring the PTM Configuring the Master Library Configuring the Slave Libraries Text Conventions... -
Page 7: Symbols In Text
About This Guide Symbols in Text These symbols may be found in the text of this guide. They have the following meanings: WARNING: Text set off in this manner indicates that failure to follow directions in the warning could result in bodily harm or loss of life. CAUTION: Text set off in this manner indicates that failure to follow directions could result in damage to equipment or loss of information. -
Page 8: Symbols On Equipment
Compaq StorageWorks MSL5026 Library Pass-Through Mechanism (PTM) Reference Guide Symbols on Equipment The following icons may be located on equipment in areas where hazardous conditions may exist. Any surface or area of the equipment marked with these symbols indicates the presence of electrical shock hazards. -
Page 9: Cabinet Stability
This service is available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. Outside North America, call the nearest Compaq Technical Support Phone Center. Telephone numbers for worldwide Technical Support Centers are listed on the Compaq website. Visit the Compaq website at... -
Page 10: Compaq Website
Third-party hardware or software Operating system type and revision level Compaq Website The Compaq website has information on this product as well as the latest drivers and Flash ROM images. You can visit the Compaq website at www.compaq.com. Compaq Authorized Reseller For the name of your nearest Compaq authorized reseller: In the United States, call 1-800-345-1518. -
Page 11: Introduction
Introduction The Compaq StorageWorks Pass-Through Mechanism (PTM) enables the transfer of tape cartridges between Compaq StorageWorks MSL5026 Libraries. A single PTM system can be used to connect up to seven libraries, creating a multi-unit tape library configuration. The PTM installation procedure consists of the following steps:... -
Page 12: Preparing For The Ptm Installation
1. Using the packing slip, verify the components that came with the PTM Upgrade Kit. 2. Make sure that you have the required tools. 3. Make sure the library is functional. Refer to Chapter 4 of the Compaq StorageWorks MSL5026 Library User Guide. -
Page 13: Installing The Ptm
Chapter Installing the PTM This chapter describes how to install a Pass-Through Mechanism (PTM) for a Compaq StorageWorks MSL5026 Library. Sections in this chapter include: Planning the Installation Positioning the Libraries Installing the Router PTM Base Unit Description Installing a Single PTM Base Unit... -
Page 14: Planning The Installation
Compaq StorageWorks MSL5026 Library Pass-Through Mechanism (PTM) Reference Guide Planning the Installation A PTM can be mounted in a Compaq storage cabinet. Two PTM variations are available: A factory-assembled PTM (base unit) that can be used to connect two MSL5026 libraries (one master and one slave). -
Page 15: Positioning The Libraries
All libraries must be positioned in multiples of 5 Units (5U) for proper vertical alignment. IMPORTANT: It is recommended that all MSL5026 libraries in a multi-unit library configuration use the same drive types. Check with your application software vendor if you want to mix drive... -
Page 16: Installing The Router
PTM Upgrade Kit. It comes pre-assembled in its own bracket for installation at the side of a Compaq storage cabinet. The router is used to connect each installed library to a WAN via the 10-BaseT connector on the library controller board for coordinating PTM operation and communication. -
Page 17: Ptm Base Unit Description
Installing the PTM 2–5 PTM Base Unit Description The PTM base unit comes factory assembled and contains the following components (see Figure 2–2). Note that the PTM base unit only supports two libraries in a multi-unit library configuration. Drive Motor Pulley Drive Belt Belt Block Bracket Access Cutout Media Elevator Car... -
Page 18: Installing A Single Ptm Base Unit
PTM base unit to a library that has power applied can damage the library and the PTM base unit PCB. Figure 2–3. Library installation NOTE: After installing the PTM base unit, secure each slave library to the Compaq storage cabinet using its front bezel thumbscrews. - Page 19 Installing the PTM 2–7 2. Remove the blank panel or drive shoe assembly 1 from the bay adjacent to the PTM cover plate opening (see Figure 2–4). a. Loosen the captive retaining screws at the top and bottom of the blank panel or drive shoe assembly 1.
- Page 20 Compaq storage cabinet. Otherwise, each library needs to be pulled out sequentially from the front of the Compaq storage cabinet so you can gain access to the top PTM cover plate screw on a lower library.
- Page 21 Installing the PTM 2–9 4. Install the PTM base unit (see Figure 2–6). a. Support the PTM base unit from the bottom. b. Carefully insert the PTM base unit into the top library making sure the top pins are fully engaged. c.
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Page 22: Adding Extensions
2–10 Compaq StorageWorks MSL5026 Library Pass-Through Mechanism (PTM) Reference Guide Adding Extensions to a PTM Base Unit To add extensions to a PTM base unit, you will need a clean, flat work area such as a table or work bench. The surface should be long enough to support the full length of the PTM base unit and all extensions. - Page 23 Installing the PTM 2–11 Figure 2–8. Media elevator car location 3. Turn the PTM over to access to the belt block bracket access cutout (see Figure 2–9). 4. Remove the four mounting screws from the two belt block brackets (see Figure 2–9).
- Page 24 2–12 Compaq StorageWorks MSL5026 Library Pass-Through Mechanism (PTM) Reference Guide 7. Remove the belt tensioner ramp and idler pulley components as follows (see Figure 2–10): a. Remove the two screws and springs from the belt tensioner ramp and idler pulley.
- Page 25 Installing the PTM 2–13 8. Mount a 5U or 10U extension as follows (see Figure 2–11): a. Insert the alignment pins of the extension into the corresponding slots at the bottom of the PTM base unit. Figure 2–11. Mounting a 5U or 10U extension...
- Page 26 2–14 Compaq StorageWorks MSL5026 Library Pass-Through Mechanism (PTM) Reference Guide b. Align the pins of the two narrow tie bars with the holes in the extension and PTM base unit (see Figure 2–12) and then attach them using four mounting screws (two screws for each narrow tie bar).
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Page 27: Installing A Longer Belt To An Extended Ptm
Installing the PTM 2–15 Installing a Longer Belt to an Extended PTM To install an extended belt: 1. On the extension belt tensioner ramp and idler pulley base, compress the springs until the holes in the tensioner ramp are aligned with the holes in the base of the tensioner. 2. - Page 28 2–16 Compaq StorageWorks MSL5026 Library Pass-Through Mechanism (PTM) Reference Guide 4. Thread the timing belt through the top of the belt tensioner ramp and idler pulley and then through the motor drive pulley. Make sure the belt teeth engage both pulleys (see Figure 2–14...
- Page 29 Installing the PTM 2–17 5. Position the media elevator car over the belt block access cutout (see Figure 2–8). 6. Position the ends of the timing belt under the media elevator car at the midpoint of the belt block access cutout. 7.
- Page 30 2–18 Compaq StorageWorks MSL5026 Library Pass-Through Mechanism (PTM) Reference Guide 10. Remove the previously inserted 0.050-inch Allen wrench to automatically set initial belt tension. 11. Install the bottom plate that was previously removed from the PTM base unit using the...
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Page 31: Installing The Extended Ptm
Installing the PTM 2–19 Installing the Extended PTM To install the extended PTM: 1. Support the extended PTM from the bottom (see Figure 2–6). 2. Carefully insert the extended PTM into the top library making sure the top pins are fully engaged. -
Page 32: Cabling The Ptm And Router
2–20 Compaq StorageWorks MSL5026 Library Pass-Through Mechanism (PTM) Reference Guide Cabling the PTM and Router This section describes how to connect the data cables to the PTM and router. The following configurations are shown: A multi-unit library configuration (single master and slave) A multi-unit library configuration (single master, fail-over master, and slave) CAUTION: Do not apply power to any library. -
Page 33: Multi-Unit Library Configuration
IMPORTANT: All libraries must be powered off. NOTE: Refer to the Compaq StorageWorks MSL5026 Library Overview and Installation poster for information on how to connect SCSI cables and SCSI terminators to fit your specific needs. -
Page 34: (Single Master, Fail-Over Master, And Slave)
IMPORTANT: All libraries must be powered off. NOTE: Refer to the Compaq StorageWorks MSL5026 Library Overview and Installation poster for information on how to connect SCSI cables and SCSI terminators to fit your specific needs. -
Page 35: Configuring The Ptm
To configure the libraries: 1. Make sure the libraries are connected as described in the Compaq StorageWorks MSL5026 Library Overview and Installation poster. 2. Turn the libraries on and wait until the Power-On Self Test (POST) completes and the Compaq Initialization or Status screen appears on the display. - Page 36 3–2 Compaq StorageWorks MSL5026 Library Pass-Through Mechanism (PTM) Reference Guide Figure 3–1. Library status screen 2. Select the Library button from the Edit Options area of the GUI (see Figure 3–2). Figure 3–2. Menu screen IMPORTANT: The library status LED indicator flashes green to indicate that a change is being...
- Page 37 Configuring the PTM 3–3 3. Enter the appropriate Service password and then press the Validate button. Refer to the Compaq StorageWorks MSL5026 Library User Guide for additional information on setting passwords. 4. Press the down arrow ( ) until the Module Configuration menu option appears on the...
- Page 38 3–4 Compaq StorageWorks MSL5026 Library Pass-Through Mechanism (PTM) Reference Guide 5. Select the button next to the Module Configuration menu option and then select the Master button (see Figure 3–4). Figure 3–4. Module Configuration screen 6. Touch the Save button to confirm your request.
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Page 39: Configuring The Slave Libraries
Configuring the PTM 3–5 Configuring the Slave Libraries To configure the remaining libraries as slaves: 1. Using the GUI touch screen on a slave library in the Compaq storage cabinet, select the Menu button from the Status screen (see Figure 3–1).
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