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  • Page 1 Document 95896 L180 Tape Library Installation Manual...
  • Page 3 L180 Tape Library Installation Manual...
  • Page 4 Copyright Statement: (c) 1999, 2003 Storage Technology Corporation. All rights reserved. StorageTek and the StorageTek logo are trademarks or registered trademarks of Storage Technology Corporation. Other products and names mentioned herein are for identification purposes only and may be trademarks of their respective companies.

  • Page 5: Summary Of Changes

    Refer to this edition for a description of the changes. 111829 February 2003 Eleventh Chapter 1: Added T9x40 to Interface Connections. Chapter 3: Added T9x40 to Drive Combinations. Chapter 5: Added dWWN note. Chapter 6: Updated “Ordering Cartridge Tapes and Labels.” 95896 Eleventh Edition StorageTek Proprietary...
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  • Page 7: Table Of Contents

    StorageTek’s External Web Site ........

  • Page 8: Contents

    ......... 1-13 StorageTek’s L-Series Library Admin .
  • Page 9 Library SCSI Type ..........5-9 95896 Eleventh Edition StorageTek Proprietary...
  • Page 10 Cleaning Cartridge Warning Count ........5-26 StorageTek’s L-Series Library Admin .
  • Page 11 LTO Cartridges and Labels ......... . 6-3 StorageTek T9840 Cartridges and Labels ....... . 6-4 Locating Reserved Cells .
  • Page 12 Individual Drive Performance ........C-10 Eleventh Edition 95896 StorageTek Proprietary...
  • Page 13 Reader’s Comment Form ........RCF-1 95896 Eleventh Edition StorageTek Proprietary...

  • Page 14: Figures

    Figure 6-3. T9840 Cartridge ..........6-4 Figure 6-4. Mounting and Dismounting Cartridges from DLT Drives ....6-7 Eleventh Edition 95896 StorageTek Proprietary...
  • Page 15 Figure E-1. Physical Dimensions ......... . . E-1 95896 Eleventh Edition xiii StorageTek Proprietary...
  • Page 16 Table E-2. L180-180 Library Weight Variations ....... . . E-2...
  • Page 17 Table E-5. Typical Runtimes ..........E-4 95896 Eleventh Edition StorageTek Proprietary...
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  • Page 19: Preface

    Preface This manual describes how to install an L180 Tape Library and its associated tape drives. This manual is intended for StorageTek and authorized third-party service representatives who will install the L180 Tape Library. Organization The organization of this manual is: Chapter 1 “About the Library”...

  • Page 20: Alert Messages

    A warning always precedes the information to which it pertains. Conventions Naming conventions found in this publication for the L180 Tape Library include L180, tape library, and library. Naming conventions for the various tape drives also include drives or the specific name and model number for the tape drives, such as the T9840B Tape Drive.

  • Page 21: Related Publications

    L180 Tape Library Illustrated Parts Catalog 95898 L180 Tape Library Hardware Operator’s Guide 95895 L180 Tape Library Service Manual 95897 L180/L700 Tape Libraries Ordering and Configuration Guide MT 9112 L700/L180 Tape Libraries Interface Reference Manual 95869 95896 Eleventh Edition StorageTek Proprietary...
  • Page 22 Seagate Viper 200 LTO Tape Drive Product Manual CD included with drive APC Power Supply Publications Part Number L180 and L700 Tape Library Uninterruptible Power Supply 96047 Reference Manual APC Uninterruptible Power Supply manuals and online Available from information.

  • Page 23: Additional Information

    The URL for the StorageTek external Web site is http://www.storagetek.com Customer Resource Center StorageTek’s CRC is a Web site that enables members to resolve technical issues by searching code fixes and technical documentation. CRC membership entitles you to other proactive services, such as HIPER subscriptions, technical tips, answers to frequently asked questions, addenda to product documentation books, and online product support contact information.

  • Page 24: Documents On Cd

    Marketing publications have alphanumeric part numbers. To order paper copies of marketing publications, do one of the following: • Visit StorageTek’s PowerPort and select alphabetical listings under “L” or select Online Forms. Then search for Literature Distribution. Follow the instructions on the Literature Distribution Web page.

  • Page 25: Safety

    • Enforce good housekeeping practices in the equipment area to help prevent fire and accidents. Note: Important things to investigate and to be aware of include the use of Halon® gas, under-the-floor smoke detectors, and cables to other equipment installed nearby. 95896 Eleventh Edition xxiii StorageTek Proprietary...

  • Page 26: Lifting Techniques

    • Do not use a pinch grip to lift large or heavy loads because the way you lift also can affect the tendons in your hand. When you grasp an object xxiv Eleventh Edition 95896 StorageTek Proprietary...

  • Page 27: Electrostatic Discharge (Esd) Damage Prevention

    Potential damage to equipment: Handle ESD-sensitive components only under ESD-protected conditions. To meet this requirement, always use the Field Service Grounding Kit (PN 4711) and always follow these ESD precautions and procedures when you are servicing StorageTek equipment or handling ESD-sensitive components. ESD Precautions...

  • Page 28: Esd-Protection Procedure

    7. Remove the defective component and place it on the work surface. 8. Remove the replacement component from its ESD-protective package, and install the component in the equipment. 9. Place the defective component in the ESD-protective package. xxvi Eleventh Edition 95896 StorageTek Proprietary...

  • Page 29: Clean Up

    Class 1 Laser Product. Each laser transceiver has an output of less than 70 µW and a wavelength of 850 nm. StorageTek’s Class 1 Laser Products comply with EN60825-1(+A-11) and with sections 21 CFR 1040.10 and 1040.11 of the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) regulations.

  • Page 30: Fiber-Optic Cable Installation

    • Leave the connector’s protective cover in place until you are ready to make connections. • Replace the connector’s protective cover when the connector is disconnected. • Clean the connector before making a connection. Make sure that there are no obstructions and that keyways are aligned. xxviii Eleventh Edition 95896 StorageTek Proprietary...

  • Page 31: Fiber-Optic Cable Handling

    • Do not coil the cable to less than 96 mm (3.75 in.) in diameter. • Do not bend the cable to less than 12 mm (0.5 in.) in radius. StorageTek recommends that a cable’s bend radius be no less than 20 times the diameter of the cable.
  • Page 32 • Install the equipment from the bottom of the rack to the top of the rack; StorageTek recommends that you place the heaviest items near the bottom of the rack. • Ensure that the equipment in the rack does not create an overcurrent condition, whether equipment is connected directly to the branch circuit or to a power distribution strip.
  • Page 33 Rack Safety and Precautions L180, Recommendations for Equipment Rated to 35 C (89.6 F) May Exceed Operating Temperatures Fan Recommended No Fan Needed (59 F) Rack Equipment Power (Watts) L180, Recommendations for Equipment Rated to 40 C (89.6 F) May Exceed Operating Temperatures...
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  • Page 35: 1: About The Library

    Overview The L180 Tape Library is a fully automated cartridge tape storage and retrieval system. Depending on the model type and feature set, the library can store from 84 to 174 data cartridges.

  • Page 36: Figure 1-1. Library Components

    Electronic Components Figure 1-1. Library Components (C67036) C67036 1. Rear door 2. Rack door 3. Operator panel 4. Front door 5. Cartridge access port (CAP) 6. Robotics 7. Arrays 8. Drives Eleventh Edition 95896 StorageTek Proprietary...

  • Page 37: Figure 1-2. Library Electronics Module Bulkhead

    3. SER1 (serial for diagnostics and service) 9. Slot 0 (Fibre Channel port 0) 4. SER2 (serial) 10. Slot 1 (future expansion) 5. Enet (Ethernet connection) 11. DB-9 connector for a Personality Module 6. SCSI (HVD) 95896 Eleventh Edition StorageTek Proprietary...

  • Page 38: Figure 1-3. Library Electronic Components

    3. MPC/MPCL card (enclosed) 9. Power switch (circuit breakers) 4. Fan enclosure 10. Cable clamp for library Y-cable 5. Standard DC power supply 11. SCSI connectors 6. Optional DC power supply 12. Electronics module bulkhead Eleventh Edition 95896 StorageTek Proprietary...

  • Page 39: Robotic Components

    Z carriage (controls cartridge movement to and from cells, drives, and CAP). Figure 1-4. Robotic Components (C67037) C67037 1. Theta motor 4. Z carriage 2. Z motor 5. Z column 3. Hand-camera assembly 95896 Eleventh Edition StorageTek Proprietary...

  • Page 40: Figure 1-5. Hand Assembly

    Note: Cartridges left in drives will not be audited. However, volume information is retained for a cartridge that a library mounted to a drive. Figure 1-5. Hand Assembly (C67038) C67038 1. Motor 2. Camera housing 3. LED card 4. Gripper 5. Drive belt Eleventh Edition 95896 StorageTek Proprietary...

  • Page 41: Library Capacity

    PANEL 1 COLUMN COLUMNS COLUMN ROWS C67035 1. L180-80 Model = 84 data storage cells 6. Reserved cells for cleaning or diagnostic cartridges 2. L180-140 Model = 140 data storage cells 7. CAP 3. L180-180 Model = 174 data storage cells 8.

  • Page 42: Theta Stops

    IPL. Figure 1-7. Theta Stops (C67118) C67118 1. Front theta stop: This stop must always be present 2. Theta stop for 174-cartridge configuration 3. Theta stop for 140-cartridge configuration 4. Theta stop for 84-cartridge configuration Eleventh Edition 95896 StorageTek Proprietary...

  • Page 43: Interface Connections

    Library–MPW card attached to MPC card IBM Ultrium–None HP Ultrium–converter card HP Ultrium–None HP Ultrium–converter card Seagate Ultrium–Set by model number Seagate Ultrium–Set by model number Host Server–LVD Host Bus Adapter Host Server–HVD Host Bus Adapter 95896 Eleventh Edition StorageTek Proprietary...

  • Page 44: Scsi Bus Precautions

    Table 1-3. Fibre Channel Cables and Connectors Distance Multimode FC-0 Code Cable Type Connector Meters Feet 2–300 6.5–985 100-M6-SN-I 62.5 µm Shortwave laser Duplex SC or LC w/o OFC 2–500 6.5–1640 100-M5-SN-I 50 µm 1-10 Eleventh Edition 95896 StorageTek Proprietary...

  • Page 45: Rack Area

    At 120 to 127 VAC You may install the maximum number of drives in the L180 library if the power source at the site is 120 to 127 VAC: • 10 DLTs (with or without Power Factor Correction [PFC]) •...

  • Page 46: At 200 To 240 Vac

    Table 1-4 on page 1-12 lists the maximum number of tape drives that you may install in the L180 library if it is connected to a single 220 VAC circuit. Use this table to determine: • How many drives may be installed in the library.

  • Page 47: Power Cable Information

    For each library, the customer must order the power cable and supply the correct receptacle. Table 1-5 gives the StorageTek part number for the cable and plug type as determined by: • Input voltage (first column) • Country (second column) where the library is to be installed •...

  • Page 48: Storagetek's L-Series Library Admin

    StorageTek’s L-Series Library Admin StorageTek’s L-Series Library Admin The L-Series Library Admin is an optional Web-based interface to the L180 library. Customers must order the L-Series Library Admin separately from the library. For the L180 library, they must order Model HRZN-002 with feature code LS3x.

  • Page 49: 2: Installing The Library

    RJ-45–DB9 adapter (PN 10410823) from the library’s shipping kit • Key to the library’s front door (PN 310293301) from the library’s shipping kit * These tools are part of the tool kit (StorageTek PN 4019). Nut drivers can be built with the included socket set.

  • Page 50: Table 2-1. Installation Checklist

    “Inserting Data Cartridges” on page 6-14 Chapter 7, Connecting the Interface Cables “Connecting the SCSI Library” on page 7-6 “Connecting the Fibre Channel Interface” on page 7-12 “Connecting the Ethernet Interface” on page 7-16 Chapter 8, Placing the Library Online Eleventh Edition 95896 StorageTek Proprietary...

  • Page 51: Preparing The Library Location

    W miejscach, gdzie kabel zasilania jest bezpo średnio pod łączony do źród ła pr ądu, w układzie zasilania zamon towanym na stałe musi być wbudowane urz ąd zenie pozwalające na łatwe od łączenie źród ła p rądu . 95896 Eleventh Edition StorageTek Proprietary...

  • Page 52: Figure 2-1. Service Area Requirements And Cable Access Locations

    Side cover removal is not required for service; removal is optional. Service can be performed with front and rear access only. 4. Cable access locations (through the floor of the library) in the rear of the library Eleventh Edition 95896 StorageTek Proprietary...

  • Page 53: Preparing The Library Location For Seismic Areas

    150 mm (6 in.) above, 114.3 mm (4.5 in.) below, and 51 mm (2 in.) on each side, and adequate space for service. 95896 Eleventh Edition StorageTek Proprietary...

  • Page 54: Unpacking The Library

    2. While holding the shipping ramp against the library box covers, carefully cut the three wrapping straps on the exterior of the packaging. 3. Remove the ramp and corrugated box covers. 4. Remove the shipping bag (not shown). Eleventh Edition 95896 StorageTek Proprietary...

  • Page 55: Removing The Library From The Pallet

    6. With someone on both sides of the library, carefully guide the library down the ramp. 7. Remove the ramp and pallet from your work area. You may re-use or dispose of the shipping materials according to your local policies. 95896 Eleventh Edition StorageTek Proprietary...

  • Page 56: Figure 2-3. Library Packaging Removal

    Figure 2-3. Library Packaging Removal (C67044) C67044 1. End covers of shipping box 2. Corrugated top of shipping box 3. Side covers of shipping box 4. Ramp strap 5. Ramp 6. Shipping bolt 7. Wood block (4x) 8. Shipping straps Eleventh Edition 95896 StorageTek Proprietary...

  • Page 57: Positioning The Library

    For those customers who wish to fix a permanent position for the library: 1. Move the library into position and line up the studs from the wheel- mounting assembly with their position on the floor or platform. 2. Fasten the library to the floor or platform. 95896 Eleventh Edition StorageTek Proprietary...

  • Page 58: Unpacking The Library Interior

    2. Take adequate precautions against ESD damage by touching gray, unpainted metal such as the library’s frame or by using an ESD grounding kit (StorageTek PN 4711) before touching any electronic component. Review the ESD information in “Electrostatic Discharge (ESD) Damage Prevention”...

  • Page 59: Figure 2-5. Theta Shipping Pin

    Potential hand-camera damage. Move the Z column and the Z carriage at the two points shown in the following two figures. Excessive force will damage the hand and its attaching hardware. 6. Move the Z column to access the hand assembly. See Figure 2-6. 95896 Eleventh Edition 2-11 StorageTek Proprietary...

  • Page 60: Figure 2-6. Z Column Rotation

    8. Remove and discard the foam packing material from inside the hand assembly. Note: Make sure that the hand is left in the fully retracted position. 9. Close the front door of the library by locking the top and bottom latches 2-12 Eleventh Edition 95896 StorageTek Proprietary...

  • Page 61: Installing Optional Power Components

    Notes: • Refer to these conversion bills for instructions and cable diagrams to install these optional features. • Refer to the L180 and L700 Tape Libraries Uninterruptible Power Supply Reference Manual for more information about the UPS. 95896 Eleventh Edition...

  • Page 62: Installing Rack-Mounted Components

    For Fibre Channel connection to the library, you must install the compact PCI bus (CPCI) component (MPV card), a Fibre Channel card (MPU card), and the control-path strain relief. Refer to the instructions enclosed with these components. 2-14 Eleventh Edition 95896 StorageTek Proprietary...

  • Page 63: Drive Connection

    Installing Fibre Channel Components Drive Connection Before you install the Fibre Channel tape drives in the L180 library, make sure that the library has a perforated drive access door instead of vertical louvers. L180 libraries that require this replacement door have these serial numbers: 0 to 18, 300 to 324, and 5000 to 5020.

  • Page 64: Configuring Scsi Options

    Selecting the Terminating Power Option CAUTION: Loss of data or degradation of performance: StorageTek recommends that the library be at one end of the SCSI bus and that the devices at both ends of the bus supply terminating power (TERMPWR = ON). This recommendation is especially important if: •...

  • Page 65: Mpcl Card

    8. At the edge connector on the right side of the MPCL card, disconnect the cable from the rear (high voltage differential) connector on the MPCL card and move it to the front (low voltage differential/single-ended) connector. 95896 Eleventh Edition 2-17 StorageTek Proprietary...

  • Page 66: Figure 2-8. Mpc/Mpcl Card Connections And Jumpers

    1. MPC/MPCL card 2. Terminating power strap (J18) 3. Terminating power ON position 4. Terminating power OFF position 5. Differential setting (J16) 6. Single-ended setting (J16) 7. Single-ended connector (front) 8. Differential connector (rear) 2-18 Eleventh Edition 95896 StorageTek Proprietary...

  • Page 67: Connecting A Laptop Computer

    If you want only to run diagnostic tests or to download the FSC log, connect the RJ-45 cable from the laptop to the third connector—labeled SER1—from the top of the electronics module. The baud rate is 38,400 bps with flash 97.exe. Appendix A, “Remote Setup” for more information. 95896 Eleventh Edition 2-19 StorageTek Proprietary...
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  • Page 69: 3: Installing The Tape Drives

    SCSI bus type. • Possible data loss: StorageTek does not advise mixing DLT 7000 and DLT 8000 drives in the same library. If a DLT 7000 cartridge is inserted into a DLT 8000 drive, the tape can be read and written in 7000 mode.

  • Page 70: Drive Combinations

    Drive Combinations The L180 library supports a combination of drives in various configurations. The library can hold up to 10 DLT and/or LTO drives, up to six T9840 drives, or a combination of these drives.

  • Page 71: Figure 3-1. Tape Drives

    3. Three DLT drives (shown) or three Ultrium drives: space equivalent to two T9840 drives 4. Mixed T9840 and DLT drives (shown), or three DLT drives, or three Ultrium drives, or two T9840 drives C67052 95896 Eleventh Edition StorageTek Proprietary...

  • Page 72: Installing Dlt Drives

    • Super DLT (SDLT) 220 or 320 CAUTION: Possible data loss: StorageTek does not advise mixing DLT 7000E and DLT 8000 drives in the same library. If a DLT 7000E cartridge is inserted into a DLT 8000 drive, the tape can be read but not written on. If a DLT 8000 cartridge is inserted into a DLT 7000E drive, the drive detects the tape as blank and will write over the information.

  • Page 73: Figure 3-3. Dlt Drive Terminating Power Jumper

    5. Check the DLT drive for the terminating power jumper selection (TERMPWR). Figure 3-3. DLT Drive Terminating Power Jumper (C67054) C67054 1. DLT drive 2. Load latch 3. TERMPWR jumper (enabled) 95896 Eleventh Edition StorageTek Proprietary...
  • Page 74 Installing DLT Drives CAUTION: Loss of data or degradation of performance: StorageTek recommends that the devices at both ends of the bus supply terminating power. Industry standards advise that no more than three devices provide terminating power to the bus.

  • Page 75: Figure 3-4. Dlt Drive Cable Connections

    15. Connect the single end of the Y-cable to the SCSI connector on the rear of the drive. 16. Place the drive’s power switch to the ON (|) position. 17. Install any other drives. 95896 Eleventh Edition StorageTek Proprietary...

  • Page 76: Installing Lto Drives

    Seagate drives will operate on either LVD or HVD interfaces, determined by the drive’s part number (no adapter card required). Note: If you have a Fibre Channel LTO drive, see the caution statement on page 3-11. Eleventh Edition 95896 StorageTek Proprietary...

  • Page 77: Figure 3-5. Ultrium Drives For Hvd Operation

    Torx T-15 bit. c. Remove the cover. d. Examine the tray area to the rear of the drive to determine if an LVD-to- HVD converter card is present. 95896 Eleventh Edition StorageTek Proprietary...

  • Page 78: Figure 3-6. Terminating Power-Seagate And Ibm Ultrium Drives

    Note: HP drive not shown. Terminating power is always ON and can not be changed. CAUTION: Loss of data or degradation of performance: StorageTek recommends that the devices at both ends of the bus supply terminating power. Industry standards advise that no more than three devices provide terminating power to the bus.
  • Page 79 Potential equipment damage: LTO drives now support a Fibre Channel interface (such as the IBM LTO drive). Make sure the cable clamp is installed on the fiber-optic cable to prevent it from breaking when you close the drive access door. 95896 Eleventh Edition 3-11 StorageTek Proprietary...

  • Page 80: Installing T9X40 Tape Drives

    With the new power supplies; however, it is possible. Figure 3-7 shows the correct location to install T9840 drives. Figure 3-7. T9840 Tape Drive Locations (C67365) C67365 1. Tab and shelf locations for the T9840 Tape Drives. 3-12 Eleventh Edition 95896 StorageTek Proprietary...

  • Page 81: 4: Powering-On The Subsystem

    If you are installing multiple drives in the library—and the library is a newer model with two power cords to the drive column—StorageTek recommends that you place some drives in the upper five slots and some drives in the lower five slots in the drive column.

  • Page 82: Dc Power Supplies

    UPS to the customer’s power supply and library components to the power strip. Refer to the L180 and L700 Tape Library Uninterruptible Power Supply Reference Manual for additional information to install the UPS.

  • Page 83: Drive Column Power

    PWR1 denotes the lower half of the drive column; PWR2 denotes the upper half of the column. You may cross-couple the power plugs at the rear of the PDUs. Note: StorageTek advises you to label which drives are connected to each PDU.

  • Page 84: Connecting Power

    Figure 4-2. Library Power Supply, Cable, and Switch (C67065) C67065 1. Strain relief 2. Power cable 3. Power switch 4. Strain relief screws (2) 5. Cable access hole Eleventh Edition 95896 StorageTek Proprietary...

  • Page 85: Routing The Power Cable

    W miejscach, gdzie kabel zasilania jest bezpo średnio pod łączony do źród ła pr ądu, w układzie zasilania zamon towanym na stałe musi być wbudowane urz ąd zenie pozwalające na łatwe od łączenie źród ła p rądu . 95896 Eleventh Edition StorageTek Proprietary...

  • Page 86: Supplying Power

    • Drive targeting and check for “in flux” condition on DLT drives • Audit of reserve cells • Cycling of each drive’s load handle (for DLT drives) These steps are explained in the following sections. Eleventh Edition 95896 StorageTek Proprietary...

  • Page 87: Initialize And Calibrate Mechanisms

    Because there are three potential capacity variations for the library (L180-80, L180-140, L180-180), the library size is also determined during this step. Vision Calibration After calibration of the robotic motors, the robot moves to the vision calibration decal (below the drive column).

  • Page 88: Audit

    If the library contains no DLT drives, this is the final initialization step. Load Handling Cycling If DLT drives are present and they require cycling of the load handles, all handles are raised to the loading position. This is the final initialization step. Eleventh Edition 95896 StorageTek Proprietary...

  • Page 89: 5: Configuring The Subsystem

    Configuring the Subsystem This chapter describes how to configure the L180 Tape Library and its associated tape drives for operation. Configuration data consists of library settings, client network connections, along with the number and types of tape drives. The library and its associated drives must be configured: •...

  • Page 90: Table 5-1. Library Configurations

    IP Address Network Gateway Subnet Mask DNS Configuration: Domain Name Primary Server Secondary Server Dynamic Worldwide Name (dWWN) DLT Cleaning Cartridge Warning Count 9840 Cleaning Cartridge Warning Count LTO Cleaning Cartridge Warning Count Web Password Eleventh Edition 95896 StorageTek Proprietary...

  • Page 91: Table 5-2. Tape Drive Configurations

    Table 5-2. Tape Drive Configurations Drive Type Interface SCSI ID On/Off SCSI ESCON SCSI ESCON SCSI ESCON SCSI ESCON SCSI ESCON SCSI ESCON SCSI ESCON SCSI ESCON SCSI ESCON SCSI ESCON 95896 Eleventh Edition StorageTek Proprietary...

  • Page 92: Figure 5-1. Initial Status Screen

    When you see the Initial Status Sceen, you can start configuring the library and drives. Figure 5-1. Initial Status Screen (C67314) STK L180 (Code VER X.XX.XX) CAP CLOSED LIBRARY ONLINE NO REMOTE USERS COLUMN 0 00 BUSY 01 BUSY 02 ---...

  • Page 93: Entering Configuration Data

    IPL is complete, the operator panel displays an initial status screen. Once you see this screen, you can begin entering configuration data through the operator’s panel. StorageTek recommends that you enter the configuration data in the following sequence (as presented in this manual): 1. Library configuration 2.

  • Page 94: Operator Panel

    Entering Configuration Data Operator Panel Figure 5-2. Operator Panel Display, Buttons, and Indicators (C67080) C67080 Eleventh Edition 95896 StorageTek Proprietary...

  • Page 95: Main Menu

    From the Initial Status screen, push the button on the operator panel to MENU see the Main Menu. Figure 5-3. Main Menu MAIN MENU: FSC LOG CAP CONTENTS DRIVE INFO CLEANING INFO DIAGNOSTICS VERSION INFO CONFIGURATION 95896 Eleventh Edition StorageTek Proprietary...

  • Page 96: Configuration Menu

    DATE: 04/01/2004 TIME: 23:59 AUTO CLEAN: OFF USER CELLS: 84 Four entries complete the configuration choices for the library: • SCSI ID below or Port 0 address • Fast Load enabled/disabled • Date • Time Eleventh Edition 95896 StorageTek Proprietary...

  • Page 97: Library Scsi Id

    You must enter a SCSI identifier (ID) for the library; drive IDs appear on a different screen. Notes: When configuring the SCSI ID: 1. For a UNIX workstation, StorageTek recommends that you use a dedicated SCSI bus adapter: For wide adapters, you may assign identifiers from 0-14 for the library.

  • Page 98: Setting The Library Scsi Id

    If you configure the library for soft addressing, you are allowing the network’s software to configure the Port 0 address. For this addressing approach, you must set the Fibre Channel hard address option to disabled. Note: The default for the hard address option is disabled. 5-10 Eleventh Edition 95896 StorageTek Proprietary...

  • Page 99: Port 0 Worldwide Id

    The Port Hard Address Edit Menu will appear. c. Use the arrows to select DISABLED. DOWN d. Press the button to save the selected option. SELECT Note: The default for the hard address option is DISABLED. 95896 Eleventh Edition 5-11 StorageTek Proprietary...

  • Page 100: Fast Load Enabling/Disabling

    SELECT 3. Use the arrows to select either ON or OFF. DOWN 4. When the screen displays your desired setting, press the button to SELECT save the changes. Press the button to abort. MENU 5-12 Eleventh Edition 95896 StorageTek Proprietary...

  • Page 101: Date And Time

    • Import valid cleaning cartridges into the reserved cell through the CAP. The Auto Clean feature is automatically enabled if you load even one cleaning cartridge into the reserved cell area. 95896 Eleventh Edition 5-13 StorageTek Proprietary...

  • Page 102: Library Capacity

    Entering Configuration Data Library Capacity Capacity is determined by the location of the theta stops and automatically configured during an IPL: Model Type Capacity L180-80 84 data storage cells L180-140 140 data storage cells L180-180 174 data storage cells When Done After you have completed the library configuration: •...

  • Page 103: Network Configuration

    DHCP: DISABLED ETHERNET ADDRESS: 00:10:4F:00:05:76 Notes: You might need to consult with the systems administrator for some information. Appendix D, “SNMP” for information about how to configure and enable the library to support SNMP. 95896 Eleventh Edition 5-15 StorageTek Proprietary...

  • Page 104: Library Name

    The value identifies the library and makes it accessible through a network. An example of an IP address entry is 129.80.24.131 Note: The IP address must be set to use the L-Series Library Admin. 5-16 Eleventh Edition 95896 StorageTek Proprietary...

  • Page 105: Simple Network Management Protocol

    Entering Configuration Data Simple Network Management Protocol The L180 library supports Version 1 of the SNMP standard (SNMPv1). See Appendix D for more information about SNMP and how to enable it. Subnet Netmask The subnet mask is a four-byte notation (specified by the system administrator) to resolve routing within the customers intranet.

  • Page 106: Viewing The Ethernet Address

    Worldwide Name feature as well. Currently, IBM LTO drive code 27Q1 is the only available supporting microcode. Microcode for other drives is in process and will be released with the next drive firmware versions. 5-18 Eleventh Edition 95896 StorageTek Proprietary...

  • Page 107: Enabling Dwwn

    (consistent) address. Currently set to DISABLED. Ethernet Address The Ethernet address is burned into programmable read-only memory (PROM) at the factory. It is automatically displayed when you enter the network configuration menu. It cannot be changed. 95896 Eleventh Edition 5-19 StorageTek Proprietary...

  • Page 108: Library Worldwide Id

    Port 0 address, and you are planning to exit the Main Configuration Menu at this time, press RESET • If you wish to set other configuration values, continue with “Drive Entries” on page 5-21. 5-20 Eleventh Edition 95896 StorageTek Proprietary...

  • Page 109: Drive Entries

    00 DLT7000_ID:01 ON BUS: OFF 01 DLT8000_ID:02 ON BUS: OFF 02 IBM_LTO_ID:03 ON BUS: OFF 03 SGT_LTO_ID:04 ON BUS: OFF 04 HP_LTO_ID: 05 ON BUS: OFF 05 9840_FIBRE I/F 06 9840_FIBRE I/F 07 9840_ESCON 95896 Eleventh Edition 5-21 StorageTek Proprietary...

  • Page 110: Scsi Drive Entries

    IBM LTO for the IBM Ultrium drives SGT LTO for the Seagate Ultrium drives • If the menu displays INVALID instead of the SCSI ID for a drive, you must set the drive’s SCSI ID to a valid address. 5-22 Eleventh Edition 95896 StorageTek Proprietary...

  • Page 111: Fibre Channel Drive Entries (Lto Only)

    1. Press the arrow buttons to scroll to the drive you wish to configure and press the SELECT button. The screen will allow you to select hard addressing to enabled or disabled. 2. Press the arrows to line up with your choice. DOWN 3. Press and: SELECT 95896 Eleventh Edition 5-23 StorageTek Proprietary...

  • Page 112: Fibre Channel Drive Entries (T9840)

    • If you have not changed the library’s configuration and you are not setting other configuration values, press the button until you exit all menus. MENU • If you wish to set other configuration values, continue with “Display Information” on page 5-25. 5-24 Eleventh Edition 95896 StorageTek Proprietary...

  • Page 113: Reporting Scsi Drive Information

    DISPLAY INFO. 2. Press the button. The Display Info Menu will appear. SELECT 3. Use the arrow buttons to line up with the desired screen characteristic: CONTRAST or BACKLIGHT. An editing screen will appear. 95896 Eleventh Edition 5-25 StorageTek Proprietary...

  • Page 114: Cleaning Cartridge Warning Count

    If Auto Clean is enabled, use the operator panel to set the warning count of a cleaning cartridge. The warning count should be set lower than the cartridge’s recommended usage (or maximum warning count displayed on the operator panel). This 5-26 Eleventh Edition 95896 StorageTek Proprietary...

  • Page 115: Storagetek's L-Series Library Admin

    StorageTek’s L-Series Library Admin setting will allow time to obtain a replacement cleaning cartridge. For example, if the maximum warning count equals 20 uses, you may want to set the warning count to 17 (or other, lower number). Advise customers to always replace a used cleaning cartridge with a new, unused cleaning cartridge.

  • Page 116: Installing A Personality Module

    Setting the Password If your library has StorageTek’s L-Series Library Administrator installed or the customer is using a network manager application, you must set a Web password at the operator panel. For additional instructions about how to set this value, see the documentation that is shipped with the software.

  • Page 117: 6: Preparing The Subsystem

    4. Attach a CLN label to all applicable cleaning cartridges. 5. Attach a DG label to all diagnostic tape cartridges. Note: Make sure that T9840 cleaning cartridges have a “U” on their label and the diagnostic cartridges have an “R” on their label. 95896 Eleventh Edition StorageTek Proprietary...

  • Page 118: Dlt Cartridges And Labels

    Super DLTtape is: • 100 GB on SDLT Figure 6-1 shows examples of these DLTtapes: Figure 6-1. DLTtape Cartridges (C67028) C67028 1. Super DLT cartridge 2. DLTape IV cartridge 3. VOLSER labels Eleventh Edition 95896 StorageTek Proprietary...

  • Page 119: Lto Cartridges And Labels

    The LTO cartridge tape supports a wide range of applications with four different cartridge capacities (10, 30, 50, and 100 GB). Note: Only the 100GB capacity is currently available from StorageTek. Figure 6-2 shows the LTO Ultrium data cartridge.

  • Page 120: Storagetek T9840 Cartridges And Labels

    Installing Diagnostic and Cleaning Cartridges StorageTek T9840 Cartridges and Labels The T9840 Tape Drives use a T9840 half-inch cartridge tape. These tapes achieve fast access by having both the supply and take-up reels in the cartridge and performs a midpoint load.

  • Page 121: Locating Reserved Cells

    Cleaning and Diagnostic Cartridge Starter Kits StorageTek offers cleaning and diagnostic cartridge starter kits that contain one diagnostic and one cleaning cartridge with labels for each drive type; these are listed in Table 6-2.

  • Page 122: Cartridge And Label Part Numbers

    Installing Diagnostic and Cleaning Cartridges Cartridge and Label Part Numbers The information in Table 6-3 is supplied for StorageTek service representatives internal use only. See “Ordering Cartridge Tapes and Labels” on page 6-16 if the customer wants to order cartridges and labels or needs additional information.

  • Page 123: Preparing Dlt Drives

    Figure 6-4. Mounting and Dismounting Cartridges from DLT Drives (C67079) 1. Cartridge hook (UP) 5. Cartridge hook (DOWN) 2. Hub (UP) 6. Hub (DOWN) 3. Handle (DOWN) 7. Handle (UP) 4. Operate handle indicator 95896 Eleventh Edition StorageTek Proprietary...

  • Page 124: Mounting Cartridges To Dlt Drives

    Potential equipment damage: Wait at least three seconds before pulling the cartridge out of the drive. Immediately removing the cartridge may damage the cartridge or drive leaders. 4. Gently pull the cartridge from the drive. Eleventh Edition 95896 StorageTek Proprietary...

  • Page 125: Preparing Lto Drives

    Figure 6-5. Mounting a Cartridge into an LTO Drive (C67317) C67317 1. Cartridge dismount button on the IBM drive 2. Cartridge dismount button on the Seagate drive 3. Cartridge dismount button on the HP drive 95896 Eleventh Edition StorageTek Proprietary...

  • Page 126: Mounting A Cartridge To An Lto Drive

    • The cartridge fails to eject after the tape rewinds. Refer to the drive manufacturer’s documentation to correct this condition. 5. Gently pull the cartridge out from the drive. Preparing T9840 Drives Instructions for preparing the T9840 Tape Drives appear in the T9840/T9940 Tape Drive Installation Manual. 6-10 Eleventh Edition 95896 StorageTek Proprietary...

  • Page 127: Testing The Subsystem

    Testing the Subsystem Testing the Subsystem Before placing the library online, you should run diagnostic tests. StorageTek suggests running two diagnostic tests from the library’s operator panel: Get-Put and the Mount-Dismount Loop. You also may run diagnostic tests from a laptop computer connected to either the SER1 port or CSE port on the electronics module.

  • Page 128: Mount-Dismount Loop Diagnostic Test

    14. After this diagnostic test runs to completion, press the button to MENU return to the main diagnostic menu. Note: If the diagnostic test fails, a message and an FSC will appear on the operator panel. 6-12 Eleventh Edition 95896 StorageTek Proprietary...

  • Page 129: Other Diagnostic Tests

    DLT 8000 and the T9840. (The T9840 must be running code version 1.28 or later.) Demo Mode This test starts a Get-Put Loop with customer cartridges to simulate machine operation. See the following caution. 95896 Eleventh Edition 6-13 StorageTek Proprietary...

  • Page 130: Inserting Data Cartridges

    Figure 6-6. Placing DLT and T9840 Cartridges into Array Cells (C67072) C67072 1. T9840 cartridge 2. VOLSER label 3. DLT cartridge Figure 6-7. Placing LTO Cartridges into Array Cells (C67291) C67291 1. VOLSER label 2. LTO Ultrium cartridge 6-14 Eleventh Edition 95896 StorageTek Proprietary...

  • Page 131: Cartridges And Labels

    Notes: The following information applies to the starter kits and tables on the following pages. • StorageTek does not supply labels to customers. They may order them from the various suppliers found at the Customer Resources Center at: http://www.support.storagetek.com.

  • Page 132: Ordering Cartridge Tapes And Labels

    Ordering Cartridge Tapes and Labels Ordering Cartridge Tapes and Labels Contact your authorized Storagetek Selling Agent for labeled cartridges. For labels, contact EDP/Colorflex at 1-888-438-8362 or http://www.colorflex.com. For technical questions, contact the StorageTek Sales Support at 1-800-ask4stk or e-mail sales_support@storagetek.com. 6-16 Eleventh Edition 95896...

  • Page 133: 7: Connecting The Interface Cables

    The terminator absorbs signals so that they do not reflect back down the bus and they keep the power levels of the bus consistent. A single terminator is required at the end of the bus. StorageTek has the following terminators: • PN 10148002 (single-ended) •...

  • Page 134: Hvd Daisy-Chain Cables

    68-Pin MD to 68-Pin VHDC Cables For operating systems that support the VHDC (very high density connector) cables at the client channel card, StorageTek offers the following cables (Table 7-2). The smaller, VHDC connector connects to the client SCSI card.

  • Page 135: High-Density 68-Pin Jackscrew Cables

    Plenum PN* 3 m (9.8 ft) 10083309 10083313 6 m (19.7 ft) 10083310 10083314 15 m (49.2 ft) 10083311 10083315 20 m (65.6 ft) 10083312 10083316 Note: * Plenum rated cables will withstand higher temperatures. 95896 Eleventh Edition StorageTek Proprietary...

  • Page 136: Centronics 50-Pin Latch To 68-Pin Jackscrew Cables

    Table 7-4. Centronics 50-Pin to 68-Pin Jackscrew Cables Length Above Floor PN Plenum PN* 9 m (29.5 ft) 10083359 10083368 15 m (49 ft) 10083361 10083370 24 m (78.7 ft) 10083364 10083373 Note: * Plenum rated cables will withstand higher temperatures. Eleventh Edition 95896 StorageTek Proprietary...

  • Page 137: 68-Pin Md To 68-Pin Mini-Centronics Connector

    To adapt a 50-pin HD, latch block and rail, to fit a 68-pin connection, use a 3 m (10 ft) HD 50-to-68 pin Sun/SPARC latch, block and rail adapter (see Figure 7-5) part number 10083522 Figure 7-5. 50-Pin to 68-Pin Latch, Block and Rail Connector Adapter (C67062) C67062 95896 Eleventh Edition StorageTek Proprietary...

  • Page 138: Lvd Cables

    • If the path continues from this point, connect a second cable (daisy- chain cable) to the second connector and route this cable to the next connection. 3. Label the bulkhead with the appropriate SCSI icon. Eleventh Edition 95896 StorageTek Proprietary...

  • Page 139: Server Connection-Sun Server

    Required Host None • StorageTek PN • Special HBA for Adapter Cards 112167001 for 8 use with an LVD SCSI bus addresses • StorageTek PN...

  • Page 140: Workstation And Embedded Bus Connection

    “Connecting the SCSI Library” on page 7-6. Note this information about SCSI addressing: • When configuring the library to a UNIX workstation, StorageTek recommends that you use a dedicated SCSI bus adapter: For wide adapters, you may assign any address from 0 to 14.

  • Page 141: Direct Connection

    3. Make sure a terminator is installed. Figure 7-6. Client Cable Connection at Drive Bulkhead (C67268) C67268 1. Drive SCSI Y-cable 2. Terminator 3. Drive bulkhead 4. SCSI cable (from client) 5. Cable access cutout 95896 Eleventh Edition StorageTek Proprietary...

  • Page 142: Daisy-Chain Connection

    • Daisy chain connection from the library to a tape drive 213 cm (84 in.) Important! For best performance, StorageTek recommends connecting a maximum of two devices per daisy chain. Performance will decrease as you increase the number of drives in a chain.

  • Page 143: Figure 7-7. Example Daisy-Chain Connection Of Drives

    7. Daisy-chain connection using a long cable to connect two separated tape drives 8. Daisy-chain connection from the library to a tape drive Important! For best performance, StorageTek recommends connecting a maximum of two devices per daisy chain. Performance will decrease as you increase the number of drives in a chain.

  • Page 144: Connecting The Fibre Channel Interface

    Optical Cable, LC to SC Duplex, Plenum 10 m (32.8 ft) 10800234 Optical Cable, LC to SC Duplex, Plenum 50 m (164 ft) 10800235 Optical Cable, LC to SC Duplex, Plenum 100 m (328 ft) 10800236 7-12 Eleventh Edition 95896 StorageTek Proprietary...

  • Page 145: Fibre Channel Safety Precautions

    4. Connect the fiber cable to the MPU card, at the lower right of the electronics module bulkhead. Note: The MPU card must be placed in the lower slot on the MPV card. 95896 Eleventh Edition 7-13 StorageTek Proprietary...

  • Page 146: Figure 7-8. Fiber Optic Cable Route

    2. Fiber-optic cable route to the library 3. Fiber-optic cable strain relief 4. Fiber-optic cable route to the network or server 5. Fiber-optic cable route to a drive 6. Wrap the fiber-optic cable clockwise around the strain relief. 7-14 Eleventh Edition 95896 StorageTek Proprietary...

  • Page 147: Connecting Fibre Channel Tape Drives

    Equipment damage: Do not force the fiber-optic plug into the connector. 6. Remove the cable connector covers and clean the ends of the cable. 7. Connect the ESCON cable to the port on the rear of the tape drive. 95896 Eleventh Edition 7-15 StorageTek Proprietary...

  • Page 148: Connecting The Ethernet Interface

    Refer to the tape drive installation manual for instructions to install the switch and ferrite beads. Remote Maintenance Appendix A, “Remote Setup” for information about connecting a modem to the library for remote access. 7-16 Eleventh Edition 95896 StorageTek Proprietary...

  • Page 149: 8: Placing The Library Online

    Next, the operator should enter the command to load the audit data from the library to the client system. 1. Make sure the operator has a copy of the L180 Tape Library Operator Guide. 2. Refer to the operator guide for instructions about operating the library.
  • Page 150 For support call: Account Name: Site Location Number: L180 Library Configuration and Information Serial Number _______________________ Model: 180-cell 140-cell 80-cell Library SCSI ID ___________ Fibre Channel _________ Port 0 Address __________ Fast Load: Enabled Disabled Auto Clean: Enabled Disabled Optional DC power supply/optional PDU: Installed...

  • Page 151: A: Remote Setup

    No parity bit One stop bit Note: *A 10-foot CCITT cable (with RJ-45 connector) and an RJ-45–DB9 adapter are included in the library’s shipping kit or you can use the CSE DOS Diagnostic cable (PN 24100134). 95896 Eleventh Edition StorageTek Proprietary...

  • Page 152: Ser1 Port

    Use a standard modem communication utility CCITT modular cable assemblies are available for connecting the adapter to the Machine Activated Routing Switch (MARS). Table A-1 lists the StorageTek part numbers of the cables you can order. Table A-1. CCITT Cables Part Number Length...

  • Page 153: Modem Switch Settings

    OK on the screen of your serial device or laptop computer. If it does not, inspect all cable connections and make sure the cables and connectors have the correct part numbers. 6. From your keyboard, enter: AT&F&W and press < Enter> <Return> 95896 Eleventh Edition StorageTek Proprietary...

  • Page 154: Testing The Modem

    6. When connected, enter P. The diagnostic menu will appear. 7. When you are done, exit the menu. 8. Enter ++++ and wait for the message of OK. 9. Enter ATH, and then press < or < to disconnect. Return> Enter> Eleventh Edition 95896 StorageTek Proprietary...

  • Page 155: B: Loading Microcode

    You must have a personal computer and the following to download the microcode to the MPC/MPCL card: • An RJ-45 cable (PN 4108289xx) • An RJ-45—DB9 adapter (PN 10410823) or • CSE DOS Diagnostic cable (PN 24100134) 95896 Eleventh Edition StorageTek Proprietary...

  • Page 156: Download Methods

    • Select CS Tools • Select the SCSI/FIBRE Toolbox User’s Guide • Search for Firmware Download instructions 3. StorageTek L-Series Library Admin: Refer to the CRC for information about this feature: • Log-in to the CRC • Select Product Information •...

  • Page 157: File Types

    For the L180 you only need to download the MPC/MPCL firmware, use the mpcxyyzz.prm file. CAUTION: Incorrect file type: The mpbxyyzz.prm file can only be loaded into an L700e library pair joined by a PTP. The L180 library does not support this file type. Table 2-1. Firmware Download Options To Version From MPC 2.xx...

  • Page 158: Cli Port-Dos Method

    Note: The fault symptom code (FSC) dictionary is also contained on this firmware diskette. The file name is fsc.txt and, when proper security safeguards are followed, this file may also be copied to a file on your personal computer. Eleventh Edition 95896 StorageTek Proprietary...

  • Page 159: Cli Port-Hyperterminal Method

    8. At the top of the window, find the button and point to TRANSFER SEND FILE A box will appear, allowing you to browse to the file location of the firmware you copied in Step 1. 95896 Eleventh Edition StorageTek Proprietary...
  • Page 160 • The fault symptom code (FSC) dictionary is also contained on the firmware diskette or CD. The file name is “fsc” and, when proper security safeguards are followed, this file may also be copied to a file on your personal computer. Eleventh Edition 95896 StorageTek Proprietary...

  • Page 161: C: Library Admin

    Library Admin StorageTek’s L-Series Library Admin is an optional software product that resides internally in the library and is activated by using a Web browser. This product provides a Web-based, graphical user interface (GUI) that enables customers to monitor and perform library operations remotely.

  • Page 162: Installation Instructions

    6. Start the L-Series Library Admin by accessing Netscape or Internet Explorer and entering your library name or IP address at the Address Bar. Figure C-1 on page C-3 for an example of the Library Admin for the L180 and L700 Tape Libraries. Table C-1. Library Admin Functions Select Tab…...

  • Page 163: Figure C-1. Library Admin Screen Example

    Library Admin Monitor Screen that shows the cell maps for the library. The top and the left navigation bars allow you to select various functions as described in Table C-1. Figure C-1. Library Admin Screen Example 95896 Eleventh Edition StorageTek Proprietary...

  • Page 164: Library Statistics

    Generally, two retries will be logged for one failed motion. 2. GET Retries—The number of times a GET operation was retried for the specified location. Generally, two retries will be logged for one failed motion. Eleventh Edition 95896 StorageTek Proprietary...

  • Page 165: 16-Bit Counters

    Same as GET retries, but for label reading operations Label Failures Same as GET failures, but for label reading operations Target Retries Same as GET retries, but for targeting operations Target Failures Same as GET retries, but for targeting operations 95896 Eleventh Edition StorageTek Proprietary...

  • Page 166: 32-Bit Counters

    Label Unread 2* Number of times algorithm 2 could not read a label Label Unread 3* Number of times algorithm 3 could not read a label * Added for the purpose of tracking new vision algorithms supplied with firmware Versions 2.21.00 and later. Eleventh Edition 95896 StorageTek Proprietary...

  • Page 167: Composite Information

    (see bin list below) would increment by one. Counts in the 21+ bin would indicate that the CAP is being used for normal operations, not just export operations. Table C-4. CAP PUT Count PUTs executed between CAP opens Idle 6–10 6–10 11–15 11–15 16–20 16–20 21 or more 95896 Eleventh Edition StorageTek Proprietary...

  • Page 168: Get Count

    Note: Drive mount times are included in these statistics; these times vary widely, depending on the drive type. As a result, these statistics cannot be used to determine if a library is meeting its published Exchanges Per Hour (EPH) specification. Library-wide drive performance counters are 32-bit. Eleventh Edition 95896 StorageTek Proprietary...

  • Page 169: Five Minute Job Rate

    51–75 5–6 76–100 7–8 101–125 9–10 126–150 11–12 151–175 13–14 176–200 15–16 201–225 17–18 226–250 19–20 251–300 21–25 301–350 26–29 351–400 30–33 401–450 34–37 451–500 38–41 501–550 42–45 551–600 46–50 611–650 51–54 651–700 55–58 701+ 95896 Eleventh Edition StorageTek Proprietary...

  • Page 170: Fifteen Minute Job Rate

    Individual Drive Performance Performance statistics for individual drives is the third component of composite information. The counters for these statistics are mixed; a listing and an explanation are provided in Table C-8 on page C-11. C-10 Eleventh Edition 95896 StorageTek Proprietary...

  • Page 171: Table C-8. Individual Drive Performance

    Cartridge spent more than 60 minutes in a minutes drive * “General” refers to statistics that relate to non-data transfer drive activities; “Specific” excludes loading/unloading activities and counts only the time that data may be transferred to/from the drive. 95896 Eleventh Edition C-11 StorageTek Proprietary...
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  • Page 173: D: Snmp

    Management Protocol (SNMP) for the L180 Tape Library. Overview StorageTek’s L-series library embedded agents support Version 1 of the SNMP standard (SNMPv1). SNMP is an application layer protocol that performs network management operations over an Ethernet connection using a User Datagram Protocol (UDP/IP).

  • Page 174: Figure D-1. Example Of An Snmp And Dns Network Block Diagram

    SNMP application. Library Admin provides an easy and convenient way to configure the library SNMP agent using a network configuration panel or screen. Library Admin also provides other beneficial functions and display screens for the library. Eleventh Edition 95896 StorageTek Proprietary...

  • Page 175: Snmp Terms

    A request to change the value of a specific variable. The agent responds with: • A response to the manager’s commands. Get-Response– GetNext • An asynchronous message to the recipient about an error or event. Trap– 95896 Eleventh Edition StorageTek Proprietary...

  • Page 176: Access Control

    Access Control Because community strings provide a weak form of access control in SNMPv1, StorageTek’s embedded agent will not rely on the so called “private” community string in order to accept changes to the library’s configuration. Access control and authorization for operations is preformed by using an administrative password.

  • Page 177: Configuration

    Configuration Figure D-2. Management Information Base Hierarchy (C67376) MIB Title: LSERIES-TAPE-LIBRARY-MIB Object: iso.identified-organization.dod.internet.private.enterprise.storagetek.products.lseriesTapeLibrary Equivalent Object Descriptor: 1.3.6.1.4.1.1211.1.12 ccitt (0) iso (1) iso-ccitt (2) standard (0) registration- member- identified- authority (1) body (2) organization (3) dod (6) internet (1) directory (1) mgmt (2) experimental (3)

  • Page 178: Starting Snmp

    Enable the agent. b. Add recipients to the trap list (if needed). c. Make any optional changes to the default settings. 2. Re-IPL the library. Note: You must re-IPL the library for the changes to take effect. Eleventh Edition 95896 StorageTek Proprietary...

  • Page 179: Library Admin

    Configuration Library Admin StorageTek’s L-Series Library Admin is an optional, Web-based, graphical user interface (GUI) that enables systems administrators to configure the libraries to support SNMP. The following two figures show examples of the Library Admin network configuration screens. Figure D-3 shows a screen that allows you to: •...

  • Page 180: Figure D-4. Network Configuration Screen-Trap Recipients

    Configuration Figure D-4 shows an example of the network configuration screen for adding trap recipients. The L180 and L700 libraries allow up to 12 recipients to be added. Figure D-4. Network Configuration Screen—Trap Recipients Eleventh Edition 95896 StorageTek Proprietary...

  • Page 181: Command Line Interface

    The third way to configure SNMP for the library is by using the software application. Consult the documentation that came with the software application for directions about how to configure StorageTek’s L-Series Tape Libraries to support SNMP with that application.
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  • Page 183: E: Specifications

    Specifications This appendix lists the specifications for the L180 Tape Library. Physical Dimensions Figure E-1. Physical Dimensions (C67041) C67041 1. Depth: 1252 mm (49.3 in.) 2. Width: 718 mm (28.3 in.) 3. Height: 1654 mm (65.1 in.) Note: Add 150 mm (6 in.) for top clearance and 100 mm (4 in.) on sides for cooling.

  • Page 184: Power Specifications

    Power Specifications Power Specifications Table E-1 lists library power specifications: Table E-1. L180 Library Power Specifications Power cable U.S./Canada: 100 to 127 VAC UL/CSA power cable International: 200 to 240 VAC HAR power cable Input voltage range 100 to 127 VAC / 200 to 240 VAC Input current Library only: 1.0 A at 120 VAC (0.5 A at 240 VAC)

  • Page 185: Environmental Specifications

    Environmental Specifications Environmental Specifications Table E-3 lists the environmental consideration for the library: Table E-3. L180 Library Environmental Specifications Temperature Operating 15º to 32ºC (59º to 90ºF) Storage 10º to 40ºC (50º to 104ºF) Shipping -40º to 60ºC (-40º to 140ºF)
  • Page 186 4 hr 10 min 2 hr 16 min 1 hr 28 min 1 hr 3 min 47 min 36 min 28 min 23 min 18 min 1000 15 min 1200 11 min 1400 8 min Eleventh Edition 95896 StorageTek Proprietary...

  • Page 187: Index

    Auto Clean preference, 6-1 backlash from straps, 2-6 cables confined space, 2-10 access holes, 2-3 description of, xviii CCITT, A-2 equipment damage, B-4, B-6 Ethernet, 7-16 ESD, 2-10 Fibre Channel specifications, 1-10 hand damage, 2-11 95896 Eleventh Edition Index-1 StorageTek Proprietary...
  • Page 188 3-2 updating firmware, 2-19, B-1 configuration screen, explained, 5-23 Customer Resource Center (CRC), xxi dismount test, 6-13 logical numbers, 3-2 mount test, 6-13 numbering, internal, 5-22 permitted combinations, 3-2 data cartridge, part numbers, 6-6 Index-2 Eleventh Edition 95896 StorageTek Proprietary...
  • Page 189 MPC card configuration, 2-16 DOS transfer, B-4 optional power components, 2-13 download, 1-14 power cable, 4-4 hyperterminal transfer, B-5 site preparation, 2-3 tools, 2-1 viewing, A-1 unpacking library, 2-6 FSC dictionary, B-4, B-6 95896 Eleventh Edition Index-3 StorageTek Proprietary...
  • Page 190 IPL sequence, 4-6 major components, 1-1 library conversion bill, 3-8 operator panel library restrictions, 2-18 Port 0 address, 5-11 MPW card on L180, 2-16 power cable, 4-4 precautions, 1-10 power system, 4-1 required cable conversion bill, 2-18 robotic components, 1-5...
  • Page 191 Media Service center, 6-16 organization of information in this manual, xvii rack area, 1-11 overview, 1-1 6U, definition of, 1-1 door, location of, 1-1 safety, xxix recipient, D-3 packing material, 2-6 related publications, xix 95896 Eleventh Edition Index-5 StorageTek Proprietary...
  • Page 192 7-8 L-Series Library Admin, C-1 data path Web site, xxi daisy-chain, 7-10 strain relief, 4-4 direct, 7-9 subnet mask general requirements, 7-1 configuration, 5-16 library ID, 5-9 description of, 5-17 setting drives’ IDs, 5-22 Index-6 Eleventh Edition 95896 StorageTek Proprietary...
  • Page 193 Z carriage, 1-5 cartridges into arrays, 6-14 Z motor label prefixes, 6-3 function, 1-5 loading a cartridge into, 6-10 location, 1-5 ordering cartridges, 6-6 z-modem, firmware download, B-6 preparation, 6-9 required library conversion bill, 1-9 95896 Eleventh Edition Index-7 StorageTek Proprietary...
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  • Page 195: Reader's Comment Form

    Reader’s Comment Form Contact Us Submit your questions, comments, and suggestions to StorageTek’s Global Learning Solutions. We appreciate your correspondence and are committed to responding to you. Publication Information Publication Name: Publication Part Number: Questions and Comments: Note: Staples can cause problems with automated mail sorting equipment. Please use pressure sensitive or other gummed tape to seal this form.
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