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HPE StoreEver 1/8 G2 Tape Autoloader
Getting Started Guide
Abstract
This guide provides information necessary to install the 1/8 G2 Tape Autoloader. This guide is
intended for system administrators and other users who need physical knowledge of the
autoloader.
*Q6Q67-00001*
Part Number: Q6Q67-00001
Published: December 2017
Edition: 8
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- Page 1 HPE StoreEver 1/8 G2 Tape Autoloader Getting Started Guide Abstract This guide provides information necessary to install the 1/8 G2 Tape Autoloader. This guide is intended for system administrators and other users who need physical knowledge of the autoloader. *Q6Q67-00001*...
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Page 2: Warranty Information
To view the warranty for your product or to view the Safety and Compliance Information for Server, Storage, Power, Networking, and Rack Products reference document, go to the Enterprise Safety and Compliance website: www.hpe.com/support/Safety-Compliance-EnterpriseProducts Additional warranty information HPE ProLiant and x86 Servers and Options www.hpe.com/support/ProLiantServers-Warranties HPE Enterprise Servers www.hpe.com/support/EnterpriseServers-Warranties HPE Storage Products www.hpe.com/support/Storage-Warranties... -
Page 3: Table Of Contents
Contents Overview.......................4 Autoloader front panel......................... 4 Autoloader back panel.........................4 Tape drive back panels........................5 Autoloader user interfaces ........................6 Planning the installation................8 Location requirements......................... 8 FC connection information........................8 SAS connection information........................ 9 Installing the autoloader ................10 Preparing the host..........................10 Unpacking the shipping container......................11 Attaching the feet ..........................11 Removing the shipping lock ......................12... -
Page 4: Overview
The autoloader is compatible with most operating systems. However, it requires either direct support from the operating system or a compatible backup application to take advantage of its many features. To verify compatibility, see the HPE Data Availability, Protection, and Retention Compatibility Matrix at: http://hpe.com/storage/DAPRcompatibility Autoloader front panel 1. -
Page 5: Tape Drive Back Panels
Tape drive back panels Fibre Channel Table 1: LTO-5 and LTO-6 FC tape drive back panels 1. Tape drive Ethernet port 2. FC port A 3. FC port B (LTO-6 and later) 4. Tape drive power LED, green Table 2: LTO-7 and LTO-8 FC tape drive back panels 1. -
Page 6: Autoloader User Interfaces
Table 4: LTO-7 and LTO-8 SAS tape drive back panels 1. Tape drive Ethernet port 2. SAS port A 3. SAS port B 4. Tape drive power LED, green Autoloader user interfaces The autoloader has two user interfaces: • Operator control panel (OCP). From the OCP you can operate the autoloader from the front panel. •... - Page 7 When possible, use the RMI as the primary autoloader interface because it provides access to additional features, includes online help, and is easier to use. However, the RMI is not required to use the autoloader, except to configure advanced features, such as SNMP, IPv6, encryption, LTFS, HPE TapeAssure, and path failover.
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Page 8: Planning The Installation
To verify that an HBA is supported on your server and qualified for the autoloader, see the DAPR compatibility matrix at: http://www.hpe.com/storage/DAPRcompatibility A server that has FC-attached hard drives performs best with at least two FC ports. Using the same FC port for disk and tape drive access can cause performance degradation. -
Page 9: Sas Connection Information
Most Hewlett Packard Enterprise SAS RAID controllers support tape devices; many other SAS RAID controllers do not support tape devices. To verify the specifications of your HBA or find a list of compatible HBAs, see the DAPR compatibility matrix: http://www.hpe.com/storage/DAPRcompatibility CAUTION: Do not connect the autoloader to a SAS RAID controller unless the DAPR compatibility matrix shows that the controller is qualified with the autoloader. -
Page 10: Installing The Autoloader
• Install the Library & Tape Tools (L&TT) diagnostic utility to see what devices are connected to the host, verify the installation, upgrade firmware, and aid in troubleshooting. Download L&TT without charge from: http://www.hpe.com/support/TapeTools Installing the autoloader... -
Page 11: Unpacking The Shipping Container
Unpacking the shipping container CAUTION: If the temperature in the room where the autoloader will be installed varies 15ºC (30ºF) from the room where it was stored, allow autoloader to acclimate to the surrounding environment for at least 12 hours before unpacking the shipping container. -
Page 12: Removing The Shipping Lock
IMPORTANT: The autoloader can be damaged if it is turned over with tape cartridges in the magazines or robot. If the autoloader has been used before, use the manual magazine release to remove the cartridges from the magazines. 1) insert a straightened paper clip or small metal pin about 1.5 cm (0.6 inch) into the magazine release hole, while 2) another person pulls out the magazine from that side. -
Page 13: Installing The Autoloader In A Rack
Installing the autoloader in a rack If the autoloader has support feet, skip this step. The autoloader is installed easily into the HPE Standard Series Racks, HPE Enterprise Series Racks, HPE Advanced Series Racks, HPE Rack System/E, and earlier generation HPE 9.5 mm Square-Hole Racks. -
Page 14: Installing The Tape Drive
b. Extend the rail to the depth of the rack and secure the rail to the back of the rack. c. Install the other rail. 4. Install the autoloader in the rack. a. Slide the autoloader onto the rails. b. From the front of the autoloader, secure the front bezel to the rack using a #2 Phillips screw driver placed through the small holes in the mounting bracket. -
Page 15: Connecting The Fc Cable
2. To secure the tape drive to the chassis, tighten the blue captive screws with your fingers. Connecting the FC cable NOTE: Using both ports on a dual-port drive requires path failover or multipath capability in the host application. Procedure 1. -
Page 16: Powering On The Autoloader
The unused ends of the SAS fanout cable are single channel and not suitable for use with disk arrays. Use the other ends to connect additional tape drives, or coil and secure them to the rack to minimize stress on the connectors. -
Page 17: Setting The Date And Time
NOTE: The autoloader is shipped without an administrator password. You must set the administrator password with the OCP before you can use the RMI administrator functions. Once the administrator password is set, you can access the RMI by providing the administrator password on the login screen. If you enabled IPv6, you must continue configuring IPv6 from the RMI after setting the administrator password. -
Page 18: Setting The Administrator Password
Procedure 1. From the Home screen, press Next or Prev until the display shows Autoloader Date/Time. Press Enter. 2. Enter the administrator password, if requested. 3. A number in the year will flash. Click Next or Prev until the correct number is displayed. Click Enter to accept the number. -
Page 19: Loading The Tape Cartridges
Prerequisites High-quality preprinted barcode labels with the correct Media ID. Procedure 1. Locate the recessed area on the face of the cartridge next to the write-protect switch. Only apply labels as designated. Use only this recessed area for attaching the adhesive-backed bar code label. 2. -
Page 20: Verifying The Connection
2. Verify the connection between the autoloader and the host: a. Install the HPE Library & Tape Tools Utility onto the host computer. This utility verifies that the unit is connected and communicating with the host server. It also verifies that the device is functioning and provides diagnostic information. -
Page 21: Configuring Additional Features
IMPORTANT: Access to some updates might require product entitlement when accessed through the Hewlett Packard Enterprise Support Center. You must have an HPE Passport set up with relevant entitlements. To view and update your entitlements, and to link your contracts and warranties with your profile, navigate to: http://www.hpe.com/support/AccessToSupportMaterials... -
Page 22: Supported Media
HPE LTO-6 Ultrium 6.25 TB BaFe RW Data Tape, purple C7976B HPE LTO-6 Ultrium 6.25 TB WORM Data Tape, two-tone (purple and gray) C7976W HPE LTO-6 Ultrium 6.25 TB BaFe WORM Data Tape, two-tone (purple and gray) C7976BW Table 9: LTO-7 data cartridges Cartridge type... -
Page 23: Related Information
Documentation Feedback (docsfeedback@hpe.com). When submitting your feedback, include the document title, part number, edition, and publication date located on the front cover of the document. For online help content, include the product name, product version, help edition, and publication date located on the legal notices page. -
Page 24: Ocp Menu
Network Settings Autoloader Error Log Configure Auto Cleaning Autoloader Warning Log Requires administrator password Autoloader Support Restore Defaults Requires HPE Service password Ticket to USB (HPE Service personnel only) Save/Restore Drive Support Ticket Con guration to USB Service Area...