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XLS Series of Tape Libraries
Site Planning Guide
Document No. 501604 Rev. 07-01-19

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  • Page 1 ‘ XLS Series of Tape Libraries Site Planning Guide Document No. 501604 Rev. 07-01-19...

  • Page 2: Revision History

    Qualstar reserves the right to modify the design or specification without notice. This specification may not be construed as a contractual obligation except as specifically agreed to by Qualstar in writing at the time of order.

  • Page 3: Electromagnetic Compatibility

    Notices Qualstar products are covered by one or more of the following patents: 6,271,982; 6,560,061; and 7,181,313. Other patents pending. Qualstar equipment is manufactured from new parts, or new and used parts. In some cases, Qualstar equipment may not be new and may have been previously installed. Regardless, Qualstar’s warranty terms apply unless the equipment is specifically identified by Qualstar as...

  • Page 4: Technical Support

    Qualstar is committed to the implementation of RoHS (Restriction of the use of certain hazardous substances in electrical and electronic equipment) in accordance with the European Directive. The compliance date is July 1, 2006, at which time Qualstar will certify that its tape library products are compliant with the RoHS standard.

  • Page 5: Table Of Contents

    Table of Contents About This Manual ........1-1 About the XLS .
  • Page 6 Table of Contents 501604 Rev. 07-01-19...

  • Page 7: About This Manual

    About This Manual This document provides information needed to prepare a site for the Qualstar XLS Library. It includes the following information: • Considerations for unloading and moving the library. For more information, see Chapter 2, “Unloading and Moving the Library.”...

  • Page 8: Xls-8161100

    1.1 About the XLS 1.1.1 XLS-8161100 Shown in Figure 1-1, the XLS-8161100 accommodates up to 16 tape drives, up to 1,066 cartridges, and up to four, 10-slot I/O ports. As an option, one or two Media Expansion Modules (MEMs) can be installed on the sides of the XLS-8161100. See Section 1.1.5 on page 1-6 for more information.

  • Page 9: Xls-832700

    About This Manual 1.1.2 XLS-832700 Shown in Figure 1-2, the XLS-832700 accommodates up to 32 tape drives, up to 655 cartridges, and up to four, 10-slot I/O ports. As an option, one or two Media Expansion Modules (MEMs) can be installed on the sides of the XLS-832700. See Section 1.1.5 on page 1-6 for more information.

  • Page 10: Xls-820500

    1.1 About the XLS 1.1.3 XLS-820500 Shown in Figure 1-3, the XLS-820500 accommodates up to 20 tape drives, up to 465 cartridges, and up to four, 10-slot I/O ports. As an option, one or two Media Expansion Modules (MEMs) can be installed on the sides of the XLS-820500. See Section 1.1.5 on page 1-6 for more information.

  • Page 11: Xls-812300

    About This Manual 1.1.4 XLS-812300 Shown in Figure 1-4, the XLS-812300 accommodates up to 12 tape drives, up to 295 cartridges, and up to two, 10-slot I/O ports. As an option, one or two expansion pods can be installed on the sides of the library, with each expansion pod providing 120 additional cartridge slots.

  • Page 12: Media Expansion Modules (Mems)

    1.1 About the XLS 1.1.5 Media Expansion Modules (MEMs) Shown in Figure 1-5 Figure 1-6 on page 1-7, the Media Expansion Modules (MEMs) include a rotating motor-driven carousel containing cartridge slots. The XLS-89000 can accommodate 1,075 cartridges, while the XLS-85000 can store 535 cartridges.
  • Page 13 About This Manual Door Carousel Leveling feet (4) Wheels (4) Figure 1-6 Front view of the XLS-85000 Media Expansion Module (MEM) XLS Library Site Planning Guide...
  • Page 14 1.1 About the XLS Figure 1-7 Two XLS-89000 MEMs attached to the XLS-832700 501604 Rev. 07-01-19...

  • Page 15: Unloading And Moving The Library

    Unloading and Moving the Library Before scheduling delivery of the library, carefully consider the following: • How the library—including the base library unit, any Media Expansion Modules (MEMs), and any expansion pods—will be unloaded from the truck. See Section 2.1. •...

  • Page 16: Door Clearance

    If the pallet or original packaging material is not available, please contact Qualstar Corporation to order replacements and recieve instruction on the repacking procedure.

  • Page 17: Installing The Library

    Installing the Library Ensure that the proposed installation location meets the requirements for the following: • Floor space, floor loading, and service access requirements. See Section 3.1. • Environmental specifications. See Section 3.2 on page 3-18. • Power. See Section 3.3 on page 3-18.

  • Page 18: Xls-8161100

    3.1 Floor Space and Floor Loading 3.1.1 XLS-8161100 This section provides information about the dimensions and floor space requirements of the XLS-8161100. XLS-8161100 Dimensions Figure 3-1 shows the dimensions of the XLS-8161100 base unit in inches and centimeters. 78.0 in (199 cm) 45 in (114 cm) 36 in (91 cm) Figure 3-1 External dimensions of the XLS-8161100...
  • Page 19 Installing the Library XLS-8161100 Floor Space Table 3-1 lists the amount of floor space required to install the XLS-8161100. The aisle space calculations include an aisle of 24 inches (61 cm) on the front or back of the equipmen. Cabinets with LRMs MEMs Cabinets only...
  • Page 20 3.1 Floor Space and Floor Loading Service Access Requirements for the XLS-8161100 Figure 3-2 shows the service access requirements for the XLS-8161100, assuming that both doors are open and the power/PC bay has been slid all the way out. Power/PC Bay 12.2 in (30.1 cm) 35.7 in...

  • Page 21: Xls-832700

    Installing the Library 3.1.2 XLS-832700 This section provides information about the dimensions and floor space requirements of the XLS-832700. XLS-832700 Dimensions Figure 3-3 shows the dimensions of the XLS-832700 base unit in inches and centimeters. 78.0 in (199 cm) 45 in (114 cm) 35 in (89 cm) Figure 3-3 External dimensions of the XLS-832700 XLS Library Site Planning Guide...
  • Page 22 3.1 Floor Space and Floor Loading XLS-832700 Floor Space Table 3-3 lists the amount of floor space required to install the XLS-832700. The aisle space calculations include an aisle of 24 inches (61 cm) on the front or back of the equipmen.
  • Page 23 Installing the Library Service Access Requirements for the XLS-832700 Figure 3-4 shows the service access requirements for the XLS-832700, assuming that both doors are open and the power/PC bay has been slid all the way out. Power/PC Bay 19-inch 13.1 in equipment rack (33.3 cm) (optional)

  • Page 24: Xls-820500

    3.1 Floor Space and Floor Loading 3.1.3 XLS-820500 This section provides information about the dimensions and floor space requirements of the XLS-820500. XLS-820500 Dimensions Figure 3-5 shows the dimensions of the XLS-820500 base unit in inches and centimeters. 78 in (199 cm) 35 in (89 cm) 35 in (89 cm) Figure 3-5 External dimensions of the XLS-820500...
  • Page 25 Installing the Library XLS-820500 Floor Space Table 3-5 lists the amount of floor space required to install the XLS-820500. The aisle space calculations include an aisle of 24 inches (61 cm) on the front or back of the equipment Cabinets with LRMs MEMs Cabinets only...
  • Page 26 3.1 Floor Space and Floor Loading Service Access Requirements for the XLS-820500 Figure 3-6 shows the service access requirements for the XLS-820500, assuming that the door is open and the power/PC bay has been slid all the way out. Power/PC Bay 13.1 in 11.9 in (33.3 cm)

  • Page 27: Xls-812300

    Installing the Library 3.1.4 XLS-812300 This section provides information about the dimensions and floor space requirements of the XLS-812300, including the optional expansion pods or XL-850000 MEMs. XLS-812300 Dimensions Figure 3-7 shows the dimensions of the XLS-812300 base unit in inches and centimeters. 78 in (199 cm) 35 in (89 cm) 35 in (89 cm)
  • Page 28 3.1 Floor Space and Floor Loading XLS-812300 Floor Space Table 3-7 lists the amount of floor space required to install the XLS-812300. The aisle space calculations include an aisle of 24 inches (61 cm) on the front or back of the equipment..

  • Page 29: Media Expansion Modules (Mems)

    Installing the Library Service Access Requirements for the XLS-812300 Figure 3-8 shows the service access requirements for an XLS-812300, assuming that two expansion pods are installed and that power/PC bay is slid all the way out. Power/PC Bay 19-Inch 13.1 in 11.9 in Equipment Rack (33.3 cm)
  • Page 30 3.1 Floor Space and Floor Loading MEM Dimensions Figure 3-9 shows the dimensions of the XLS-89000 MEM in inches and centimeters. 78 in (199 cm) 35 in (89 cm) 35 in (89 cm) Figure 3-9 External dimensions of the XLS-89000 MEM 501604 Rev.
  • Page 31 Installing the Library Figure 3-10 shows the dimensions of the XLS-85000 MEM in inches and centimeters. 78 in (199 cm) 35 in (89 cm) 23 in (59 cm) Figure 3-10 External dimensions of the XLS-85000 MEM XLS Library Site Planning Guide 3-25...
  • Page 32 3.1 Floor Space and Floor Loading Service Access Requirements for a MEM Figure 3-11 shows the service access requirements for a XLS-89000 MEM, assuming that both doors are open. 34.8 in (88.4 cm) 11.6 in (29.5 cm) Figure 3-11 Service access requirements for a XLS-89000 MEM 501604 Rev.
  • Page 33 Installing the Library Figure 3-12 shows the service access requirements for a XLS-85000 MEM, assuming that the door is open 34.8 in (88.4 cm) 11.6 in (29.5 cm) Figure 3-12 Service access requirements for a XLS-85000 MEM XLS Library Site Planning Guide 3-27...

  • Page 34: Environmental Specifications

    3.2 Environmental Specifications Environmental Specifications Before installing the XLS, confirm that the intended location conforms to the environmental specifications listed in Table 3-9. Parameter Operating Non-operating –20°C to +60°C +5°C to +32°C Ambient temperature (–4°F to +140°F) (+41°F to +90°F) 1°C/minute, 10°C/hour Temperature gradient 1°C/minute, 20°C/hour...

  • Page 35: Power Cords

    The XLS end of all non redundent power input module power cords is terminated in a mating 20-amp, 3-pin locking connector. Table 3-11 lists the detachable six-foot (or two-meter) power cords available. Qualstar Country Volts/Amps Power Cord Description Part Number Three-conductor 14 AWG SJT 100–125V...

  • Page 36: Power Consumption

    If your system has a large number of tape drives, connect it to a 208- to 240-volt source to reduce the peak AC input current. The integral circuit breaker will trip at 20 amps. In general, Qualstar recommends 220-volt input power. Using a 220-volt source will prevent input power from being an issue during upgrades.

  • Page 37: Cooling Requirements

    Installing the Library An uninterruptible power source (UPS) is strongly recommended. Be sure the UPS is rated to handle the peak power loads listed in Table 3-13 on page 3-20. CAUTION If equipment will be installed in the optional auxiliary equipment rack, it must be connected to a separate power circuit.
  • Page 38 3.4 Cooling Requirements Notes: 501604 Rev. 07-01-19 3-22...

  • Page 39: Installation Check List

    SCSI or Fibre Channel cables, and configure the logical libraries. After the XLS order is placed, Qualstar builds the library to the requested specifications and preinstalls the drive bays, cartridge slots, I/O ports, Host Bus Adapters (HBAs), and the power supplies.
  • Page 40 XLS if an unexpected power failure occurs. However, the battery module does not provide adequate power to protect the tape drives. For this reason, Qualstar Uninterruptible power supply Customer recommends that you connect the XLS to an external (UPS) and UPS cable UPS.
  • Page 41 Installation Check List Provided Item Notes If you are installing the optional equipment rack with a North American power strip, you must supply power Power cords for equipment cords between the equipment and the power strip. If you Customer rack option are using the 240-volt power strip, you must supply a power cord from the power strip's IEC 60320 inlet connector to the power source.
  • Page 42 Notes: 501604 Rev. 07-01-19...

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