HP StorageWorks ESL E-Series Tape Library unpacking and installation guide *350800-005* 350800-005 Part number: 350800-005 Fifth edition: June 2005...
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7 • Related documentation, page 7 Intended audience This book is intended for use by authorized HP service personnel only. Related documentation In addition to this guide, HP provides corresponding information: • HP StorageWorks ESL E-Series pre-installation site survey •...
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Only qualified HP field service engineers should unpack the HP StorageWorks ESL E-Series tape library. Selecting an installation location When choosing an installation site for the HP StorageWorks ESL E-Series tape library, consider the following requirements: • Floor space, page 12 •...
Floor space Figure 1 shows the minimum floor space required by a standalone library. Front door 30 inches (76 cm.) 23 inches (58 cm.) Back door 28 inches (71 cm.) 50 inches (127 cm.) Floor space requirements Figure 1 NOTE: If you are installing a Cross Linked (CLM) library, each cabinet must have appropriate space in front and in back of it, and it must have about 1 inch (2.5 cm) between it and its adjacent cabinet(s).
Floor clearance The library has a floor clearance of 0.75 inch (19 mm). Place the library on a level, uncarpeted floor free of defects. Floor strength and inclination The floor at the installation site must be rated at 250 lb/ft (1221 kg/m ).
3) an unapproved power cord could fracture resulting in the internal contacts being exposed, which potentially could subject the user to a shock hazard. HP disclaims all liability in the event a non-HP approved power cord is used.
Tools for installation These tools are needed for unpacking and setting up the library: • #2 Phillips screwdriver • Snips for metal bands • Safety goggles • Ratchet with 3/8-inch socket (or 3/8-inch open-end wrench) Ratchet with 3/4-inch socket (or 3/4-inch open-end wrench) •...
The unpacking procedures include the following: • Receiving the library, page 16 • Unpacking the library, page 16 • Moving the library to the installation site, page 24 • Setting up the library, page 24 • Storing the packaging materials, page 34 Receiving the library Unpack the library as close to the installation site as possible.
Verify the minimum floor space requirements (see Figure NOTE: Figure 4 shows the minimum floor space required by the library at its unboxing site. Unboxing the library requires a minimum of 3 feet (91 cm) on all sides. The side used for the unloading ramp requires 10 feet (3.05 m).
Cut the two steel bands that secure the library and packing material to the pallet (see Figure WARNING! The steel bands are under tension and may snap away when cut. Wear safety goggles when cutting the steel bands. Steel bands Figure 5 Removing the steel bands Unpacking the library...
Lift the cardboard box top cover straight up and remove it from the box (see Figure Figure 6 Removing the box top cover ESL E-Series Tape Library unpacking and installation guide...
Remove the eight cardboard box retaining clips and unwrap the cardboard box from around the library (see Figure The cardboard box is in two sections. NOTE: Retaining clips Accessory kit Figure 7 Removing the cardboard box NOTE: Inspect the library for any damage that may have occurred during shipment. Pay special attention to areas behind any scuffs on the anti-static bag.
Remove the 3-3/8-inch hex head bolts, lock washers, and flat washers from the front rail of the pallet and set aside. Remove the front rail from the pallet (see Figure Bolts Figure 8 Removing the front pallet rail Cut the tape securing the ramp against the library. ESL E-Series Tape Library unpacking and installation guide...
Use two of the 3-3/8-inch hex head bolts, lock washers, and flat washers removed in step 7 secure the ramp to the pallet (see Figure Ramp Hex Head Bolts Ramp Hex head bolts Figure 9 Attaching the pallet ramp Unpacking the library...
10.Remove the four 3/4-inch restraining bolts securing the library to the shipping pallet (see Figure 10). One restraining bolt is located near each leveling foot on the library. Bolts Figure 10 Removing the restraining bolts 11.Raise the leveling feet securing the library to the pallet (see Figure 11).
Moving the library to the installation site Map a route to the installation site. Carefully roll the library down the ramp and guide it to the installation site (see Figure 12). WARNING! Libraries weigh between 1,135 pounds (515 kg) and 1,459 pounds (662 kg), depending on their configuration.
The accessory kit contents vary depending on the configuration ordered. If you believe a part is missing or is damaged, contact your HP sales representative. Using the key from the accessories kit, unlock and open the library doors (right front and back): a.
b. Gently pull each door handle to open the door. NOTE: The left front door latches to the library frame at the bottom of the door. Release this latch, then open the door. From the front of the library, remove the foam from the Y-axis cover plate, from the left front door, and also from the back door frame (see Figure 15).
Remove the internal library frame restraint from the front of the library, by completing these steps (see Figure 16). a. Remove the four 1/4-inch hex nuts securing the two pieces of the restraint. b. Remove the 1/4-inch bolts securing the restraint to the top and bottom of the library frame. Figure 16 Remove the internal library frame restraint ESL E-Series Tape Library unpacking and installation guide...
From the front of the library, remove two shipping restraints using a #2 Phillips screwdriver (see Figure 17). The vertical axis shipping restraint is secured by four screws, and the robot shipping restraint is secured by seven screws. Vertical Axis Shipping Robot Shipping Restraint Restraint Robot shipping restraint...
10.Attach the vertical axis shipping restraint to the robot shipping restraint using the four screws removed from the vertical axis shipping restraint in step 9 (see Figure 18). Shipping restraints in storage position Spare Screws Restraints Shipping Shipping restraints in storage position Shipping restraints Spare screws Figure 18...
(see Figure 19). NOTE: HP recommends that you use a 12-inch socket extension. Shipping restraint Nuts Figure 19 Removing the counterweight shipping restraint...
14.Reverse the counterweight shipping restraint so that the pin is facing out. Reinstall it onto the back wall of the library using the two nuts removed in step 13 (see Figure 20). Shipping restraint with retaining pin facing out Figure 20 Storing the counter weight shipping restraint 15.Remove the six panel shipping restraints—three on each side of the cabinet.
b. Pull out the load port to expose the middle and lower shipping restraints (see Figure 22). Upper shipping restraint Middle shipping restraint Load port latching mechanism Lower shipping restraint Figure 22 Removing the panel shipping restraints (panels shown outside of library for clarity) c.
3) an unapproved power cord could fracture resulting in the internal contacts being exposed, which potentially could subject the user to a shock hazard. HP disclaims all liability in the event a non-HP approved power cord is used.
Storing the packaging materials Store the library packaging materials: Detach the ramp and place on top of the pallet. Fold the shipping bag. Place the shipping bag, foam cap, screws, and other packaging materials on the pallet. Collapse the cardboard box. Place the cardboard box on top of the packaging materials on the pallet.
Installing the library This chapter describes the procedures necessary to get your library up and running. Ensure you have the following equipment and accessories available before installing the library. NOTE: For configure-to-order libraries, kits ship with power cables appropriate to the region instead of US standard power cables.
Cabling the library The following sections include procedures for cabling the library. These procedures will be slightly different for the e2400-160 interface controller and Ultrium 460 drives, and the e2400-FC 2GB interface controller and Ultrium 460-FC and 960 drives. The instructions for cabling each type of library are presented below.
If only one drive cluster is installed in the library, see Table 2. If two or more drive clusters are installed, see Table 3 on page 38. Single drive cluster Table 2 Drive Cluster Ethernet cable cluster controller Ethernet port Cabinet controller Interface Manager card Interface controller (e2400-160...
Connect a 1 ft (30.3 cm) white Ethernet cable from the Ethernet port “Network” on the Interface Manager card to Ethernet port “E2” on the cluster controller next to the Interface Manager card (see Figure 26). Figure 26 Connecting the Ethernet cable to the Interface Manager card ESL E-Series Tape Library unpacking and installation guide...
If more than one drive cluster is installed in the library: a. Connect the 3 ft (91 cm) green Ethernet cable from Ethernet port “E2” on the cluster controller in drive cluster 1 to the Ethernet port on the robotics controller card (e1200-160) located in the bottom slot of the card cage at the top of the library cabinet (see Figure 27).
If more than one drive cluster is installed in the library, add the 1 ft (30.3 cm) gray Ethernet cable from Ethernet port “E4” on the cluster controller in drive cluster 0 to Ethernet port “E1” on the cluster controller in drive cluster 1 (see Figure 28).
Connecting the cabinet controller SCSI cable Locate the SCSI cable attached to the cabinet controller. If not already attached, attach it now (see Figure 29). Figure 29 Connecting the robotics controller card (e1200-160) Route the SCSI cable from the cabinet controller up through the cable access holes to the right of the drive clusters.
NOTE: HP recommends that you have only one drive type per cluster, and that you complete any partially-filled clusters before adding a new drive type to your library. Cabling and mapping will be easier and more efficient in this case. While combining SCSI and FC drives in a single cluster is supported, it requires the use of two interface controllers, and will result in unused interface controller ports.
Remove the top screw from the cable restraint bracket and loosen the bottom one to prepare for cable routing (see Figure 31). Figure 31 Preparing the cable restraint bracket Connect the SCSI cables from the drives in drive cluster 0 to the e2400-160 interface controller in slot 0 of the card cage (see Figure 32).
a. Gently tighten the screws to secure the cable to the drive port using a slotted screwdriver. CAUTION: Do not overtighten the screws that secure the cable to the drive port. b. Route it through the cable access holes in the sheet metal on the right of the library cabinet. For drive clusters 0 through 2, dip the excess cable length down into the upper cable access hole.
NOTE: Tighten the SCSI connector screw on the left and then the right for easier installation due to cable interference. Pull the cable toward you to provide more clearance when tightening the right connector screw. d. Repeat step 3 until all drives are connected. e.
The e2400-160 interface controller ships with several sets of tie wraps. Each color set should be used to designate a different drive cluster (see Figure 35). Color tie wrap Matching color tie wrap White tie wrap Figure 35 Attaching the tie wraps NOTE: Ensure that different colors of tie wraps are used for each drive cluster and e2400-160 interface controller combination.
Route the SCSI cables through the cluster cable clamp on the lower right corner of the cluster frame (see Figure 36). Figure 36 Routing through the cluster cable clamp a. Using a #2 Phillips screwdriver, remove the screw from the clamp. b.
Verify that the end caps (supplied) are installed on FC Port B of the Ultrium 460-FC or 960 drive (see Figure 37). Port B with end caps Figure 37 Verifying installation of FC end caps to the Ultrium 460-FC or 960 drive If your library has only e2400-FC 2GB interface controllers (no e2400-160 interface controllers), replace the existing cable restraint bracket with the new FC cable restraint bracket.
Ensure that the bracket is positioned so that the screw holes in the bracket align with the holes in the card cage. c. Using one of the screws provided, secure the top hole of the bracket to the library card cage. d.
10.For each drive, attach the FC cables to port A only. Use the cable appropriately labeled as A, B, C, or D for the corresponding drive. 11.Insert the FC cable into the cable clip for the drive (see Figure 41). FC Port A FC Port B FC port A...
Connecting drive cluster Ethernet cable(s) Connect an Ethernet cable to the cluster controller card at port “E3”. Route the cable through the cable access holes on the right side of the library. Connect the cable to the Ethernet port on the corresponding interface controller (see Figure 42).
Route the Ethernet cables through the cable clamp. • If you have SCSI drive cables, open the cable clamp located on the upper right side of the top drive cluster by removing the screw. Route the Ethernet cables through the cable clamp, and then reattach the screw to secure it to the card cage (see Figure 43).
NOTE: You can connect directly to an HBA or to a switch. The default is to connect to a switch. For detailed procedures for connecting to an HBA, please see HP StorageWorks Interface Manager and Command View TL user guide.
Connecting the cabinet controller LAN cable Route your LAN Ethernet cable up through the bottom of the library cabinet through the cable access hole on the right side as you face the back of the library. Attach the cable to the front Ethernet port on the cabinet controller located at the base of the library.
Powering on the library You are now ready to power on the library and ensure that all components are functioning properly (see Figure 47). Power button Laptop tray Powering on the library Figure 47 NOTE: Normally, all library doors should be closed before powering on the library; however, to confirm that all components are functioning properly after the initial installation, leave the back library door open.
Loading tape cartridges Before configuring the library you need to load the appropriate tape cartridges. For information about tape cartridges needed for each tape drive type, please see HP StorageWorks Tape Libraries Media and Bar Code Labels flyer. This chapter includes the following sections: •...
• Data residing on the tape • Age of the backup • Errors encountered while using the tape (to determine if the tape is faulty) Ultrium bar code labels Ultrium cartridges have a recessed area located on the face of the cartridge next to the write-protect switch.
For successful operation of your tape library, place the bar code label entirely within the recessed area, ensuring that no part of the label is outside of it (see Figure 49). Figure 49 Proper Ultrium bar code label placement ESL E-Series Tape Library unpacking and installation guide...
SDLT bar code labels SDLT cartridges have a front slide slot located on the face of the cartridge next to the write-protect switch (see Figure 50). Use this slot for inserting the bar code label by sliding it into the slot. CAUTION: Do not apply labels onto the top, bottom, sides, or back of the cartridge as this may cause damage to the tape drive, or interfere with reliable operation.
CAUTION: To ensure that your bar codes meet HP’s quality standards, always purchase them from an approved supplier and never print bar code labels yourself. For more information, see the order form provided with the library, as well as the Bar Code Label Requirements, Compatibility and Usage white paper available from http://www.hp.com/support.
Library storage locations and slot numbering The HP StorageWorks ESL E-Series tape library is an automated tape storage and retrieval library that may consist of up to 24 tape drives and up to 718 Ultrium tape cartridges, or 636 SDLT tape cartridges.
NOTE: The number of tape cartridge slots depends on the drive technology used. The number of back panel slots depends on how many drive clusters are in the library. See ”Ultrium library” on page 67 and ”SDLT library” on page 69 for tape cartridge quantity information. Also, designating the load ports as active reduces the capacity by the number of slots in the load port.
Figure 55 shows the left panel bins. Begin with panel 1 and load top to bottom and left to right. Continue with panel 2 in the same manner, and finally, panel 3. Panel 1 Panel 3 Panel 2 Figure 55 Bin shelf numbering, left panels Loading tape cartridges...
Figure 56 shows the right panel bins. Begin with panel 4 and load top to bottom and left to right. Continue with panel 5 in the same manner, and finally, panel 6. Panel 4 Panel 6 Panel 5 Figure 56 Bin shelf numbering, right panels ESL E-Series Tape Library unpacking and installation guide...
Figure 57 shows the back panel bins. With Ultrium drives, each column has seven slots; with SDLT drives, each column has six slots. Begin at the top, with the panel corresponding to cluster 0, and load top to bottom and left to right. Continue loading each sequential cluster, top to bottom and left to right.
Ultrium library Table 5 shows storage capacity in Ultrium-only libraries with removable magazines. Table 5 Ultrium library storage elements Number of drives Load ports used Load port capacity User slots 1 - 4 1 - 4 Left only 1 - 4 Right only 1 - 4 Both...
Table 6 shows storage capacity in Ultrium-only libraries with fixed magazines. Table 6 Ultrium library storage elements Number of drives Load ports used Load port capacity User slots 1 - 4 1 - 4 Left only 1 - 4 Right only 1 - 4 Both 5 - 8...
SDLT library Table 7 shows storage capacity in an SDLT-only library with removable magazines. Table 7 SDLT library storage elements Number of drives Load ports used Load port capacity User slots 1 - 4 1 - 4 Left only 1 - 4 Right only 1 - 4 Both...
Mixed-media libraries require library partitioning, with one media type per partition. See HP StorageWorks Interface Manager and Command View TL users guide to learn about and use library partitioning. Removable magazines are also required in a mixed-media library.
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These requirements impact library operations in the following ways: • If you convert panel 1 only to a new media type, neither load port can be used to insert or remove media from that panel. Because the left and right load ports are on panels 2 and 5, they must have the same media type as the rest of panels 2 and 5.
Configuring the library This chapter includes the following sections: • Configuring the IP address, page 73 Configuring the IP address Make sure the library is powered up. If not: a. Press the power button located behind the laptop tray on the front of the library (see Figure b.
Take the library off-line, if it is not off-line already. a. Press the Ops button on the OCP to access the Operations screen. b. Select Cabinet. c. Use the Up and Down arrows to take the library off-line. When the library completes the boot up sequence and the OCP is active, press Menu from the Home screen.
The Setup screen displays (see Figure 60). Figure 60 Setup screen The Setup screen displays the following information: • Change Network Settings • Change Password • Restore Factory Settings • Drive Autoclean • Drive Autounload • Barcode Length • Configured Drives •...
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To edit the setup information, use the Up and Down arrows to highlight the section and press Select. • To view or change network settings, highlight Network Settings and press Select. • To set the IP address, subnet mask, and gateway, use the Up and Down buttons to select the appropriate number and press Select to accept.