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Dell EMC ML3 User Manual
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Contents
Table of Contents
Troubleshooting
Bookmarks
Table of Contents
Table of Contents
Figures
Tables
Read this First
Minimum Firmware Levels for Common Library Features
Regulatory Marks
Regulatory Information
Contacting Dell
Safety and Environmental Notices
Danger and Caution Notices
Caution Notices
Possible Safety Hazards
Class I Laser Product
Performing the Safety Inspection Procedure
Rack Safety
Power Cords
Preface
Overview
Introduction
Two Module Tape Library
Module Designations
Structure and Supported Library Configurations
Base Module
Minimum and Maximum Storage Configurations
Base Module
Module Library
Library Configurations
Module Library
Module Library
Module Library
Components
Components Front Panel
Front Panel Descriptions
Rear Panel
Rear Panel Descriptions
Magazines
Physical Numbering of Modules
Left Magazine
Right Magazine
Physical Numbering of Storage Slots - Bottom Module
Power Supply
Bar Code Reader
User Interfaces
Power Supply Rear Panel Leds
Supported Tape Drives
Control Path Drives
Mixed Drives
Drive Sled Back Panels
Mixed Drives in a Logical Library
Drive Sled Indicators
Half-Height SAS Dual Port
Half-Height FC Single Port
Physical and Logical Addresses of Drives
Full-Height FC Dual Port
Supported Tape Cartridges
Physical Numbering of Drives
Library Functions
Encryption
Library Sharing
Path Failover and Load Balancing
Differences between CPF and DPF
Alerts and Logging
Host Connectivity
Network Connectivity
Planning
Library Layout and Location Requirements
Electrical Specifications
Equipment Environmental Specifications
Physical Specifications
Power Cords
Gas and Particulate Exposure
Network Requirements
Host Requirements
Installing
Installation Precautions
Unpacking the Base Module and Expansion Modules
Removing the Module from the Box
The Module after Removal from the Box
Removing the Top of the Module
The Module Is Opened to Show the Foam
The Foam Packing Is Removed, and the Internal
Packing
Top Cover Sensor
Incorrect Top Cover Insertion - too High
Identifying Library Module Components
Preparing Top and Bottom Modules
Unlocking the Spring Loaded Lock
Removing the Cover
Installing Modules in a Rack
Lifting the Cover and Locking It
Incorrect Connector Locations
Correct Connector Locations
Mounting the Rails to the Connectors
Side Rails Installed
Sliding the Library into the Rack
Installing a Tabletop Module
Aligning and Connecting Modules
Library in the Rack
Alignment Lever Lock
Alignment Lever Locked or Engaged to Lower Module
Alignment Lever Unlocked or Disengaged
Two Modules in Rack, Seen from the Rear
Validating Tape Drive Installation
Connecting Cables
Half-Height FC Single Port
Full-Height FC Dual Port
Powering on the Library
Half-Height SAS Dual Port
The Initial Setup Process
IP Address Selection
Initial Configuration and Customization
Labeling and Loading Tape Cartridges
Open I/O Station Seen from the Left
Verifying the Installation
Advanced Library Configuration
Overview
Library Partitioning
Verifying the Host Connection
Managing
The Management GUI
Management GUI Main Screen
Main Screen Elements
The Operator Panel
Navigation Dock
Operator Panel Main Screen
Status Icons
Operator Panel Menu Tree
Locating Management Functions
Front Panel Leds
Default Settings
Methods of Cleaning Drives
Accessing Cartridges
Configuring Library Managed Encryption (KMIP)
Magazine State
Troubleshooting
Finding Event Information
Identifying a Failed Component
Running Library Tests
Troubleshooting Guide
Pre-Call Checklist
Contacting Dell
Diagnostic Information
The ITDT Firmware Update, Dump Retrieval and Drive Test Tool
Event Codes
Main Error Events
Warning Error Events
Warning Events
Configuration Change Events
Expansion Module
Informational Events
Tapealert Flags
Tapealert Flags Supported by the Library
Tapealert Flags Supported by the Drive
Sense Data
Drive Error Codes: Single-Character Display (SCD)
SCD Dot
Status Light
Meaning of Status Light and Single-Character Display (SCD)
Upgrading and Servicing
Internal View of Library
Internal View of the Library
Internal View Description
Adding, Removing, or Replacing a Tape Drive
Pinch Hazard
Drive Bay Covers
Alignment Rails
Installing a Tape Drive
Unlocking the Drive
Adding or Replacing a Base or Expansion Module
Interconnect Cables
Unlocking or Disengaging the Alignment Lever
Loosening the Thumbscrews
Sliding the Module out of the Rack
Adding, Removing, or Replacing a Power Supply
Power Supplies
Power Supply Components
Sliding in the New Power Supply
Replacing a Base or Expansion Controller Card
Controller Card Components
Installing a Controller Card
Installing, Removing, or Replacing an Accessor and Spooling Mechanism
Magazine Release Levers
Unlocking the Robot
Finger Holes
Unlocking the Spooling Cable and Placing It in Its Cradle
Spooling Cable in Park Position
Pins Are Aligned Horizontally
Installing the Spooling Cable
Returning the Accessor to the Base Module
Inserting the Screwdriver to Manually Operate the Accessor
Left Magazine Opening
Removing or Replacing a Spooling Mechanism
Unlocking the Spooling Mechanism
Unlocked Spooling Mechanism - Enlarged View
Locked Spooling Mechanism - Enlarged View
Removing or Replacing a Magazine
Removing the Spooling Mechanism
Manually Releasing the Right Magazine
Manually Releasing the Left Magazine
Moving the Library Modules
Appendix A. Library Configuration Forms
Library Information
Module and Drive Information
Logical Library Information
Users Account Information
Appendix B. LTO Media
Data Cartridges
Cartridge Data Capacity and Recording Formats
Cartridge Read/Write Compatibility
WORM (Write Once, Read Many) Cartridges
WORM Media
Data Cartridge Compatibility with LTO Tape Drive
Data Security on WORM Media
WORM Media Errors
Cleaning Cartridge
Labeling Tape Cartridges
LTO Data and WORM Tape Cartridges
Cartridges and Volsers Compatible with the LTO Tape Drives
Guidelines for Bar Code Labels
Write-Protect Switch
Sample Bar Code Label on the LTO 8 Tape
Cartridge
Handling the Cartridges
Providing Training
Ensuring Proper Packaging
Setting the Write-Protect Switch
Location of the Write-Protect Switch
Proper Acclimation and Environmental Conditions
Completing a Thorough Inspection
Handling the Cartridge Carefully
Environmental and Shipping Specifications for Tape Cartridges
Environment for Operating, Storing, and Shipping the LTO Ultrium Tape Cartridge
Appendix C. Accessibility
Glossary
Universal Rack Connector
Index
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