Page 1 ‘ XLS Series of Tape Libraries Installation Manual Document No. 501601 Rev. 07-01-19...
Page 2 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 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.
Page 4 EMI line power filter Reduction of Hazardous Substances (RoHS) 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 1 About This Manual ........1-1 About the XLS .
Page 6 Table of Contents Connecting the Carousel Controller Cable ......5-9 Attaching the LRM to the MEM ........5-11 Lowering the Leveling Feet .
Page 7 Table of Contents 11.2 Aligning the Gripper with Any MEMs ......11-5 11.3 Calibrating an Expansion Pod Equipped Library .
Page 8 Table of Contents Addresses for the Media Expansion Modules (MEMs) ....A-18 Glossary ..........GL-1 Index .
Page 9: About This Manual
About This Manual This manual is intended for anyone installing the Qualstar® XLS Library. It provides instructions for completing XLS installation and configuration. Important: Although Qualstar has made every effort to ensure the accuracy of the information contained in this manual, no guarantee is expressed or implied that the manual is error free.
Page 10 1.1 About the XLS • The XLS-89000 (also referred to as a MEM1) holds an additional 1,075 cartridges, while the XLS-85000 (also referred to as a MEM2) contains 535 cartridges. Figure 1-1 LRM with two MEM1s (XLS-832700 shown with two XLS8900’s) 501601 Rev.
Page 11 About This Manual 1.1.1 XLS-8161100 Shown in Figure 1-2, 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 1.3 on page 1-20 for more information.
Page 12 1.1 About the XLS 1.1.2 XLS-832700 Shown in Figure 1-3, 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 1.3 on page 1-20 for more information.
Page 13 About This Manual 1.1.3 XLS-820500 Shown in Figure 1-4, 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 1.3 on page 1-20 for more information.
Page 14 1.1 About the XLS 1.1.4 XLS-812300 Shown in Figure 1-5, 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, expansion pods can be installed on either side of the library, with each expansion pod adding 120 cartridge slots. Cartridge slots Touch screen Status LEDs...
Page 15: Library Resource Module (Lrm)
About This Manual Library Resource Module (LRM) Figure 1-6 shows the inside of the LRM, while Figure 1-7 on page 1-8 shows the back of the LRM. The LRM contains the following components and features: • Power/PC bay, which includes the power system and the system controller (see Section 1.2.1 on page 1-8) •...
Page 16 1.2 Library Resource Module (LRM) Equipment rack (optional) Drive bay Cartridge bays Power/PC bay Figure 1-7 Rear view of the LRM (XLS-832700 shown) 1.2.1 Power/PC Bay Figure 1-7 shows the location of the power/PC bay at the rear of the LRM. The power/PC bay houses the power components and the system controller.
Page 17 About This Manual Power System Figure 1-8 shows the power components accessible from the rear of the LRM. An optional redundant power input module is also avaivable. Cosmetic cover removed Power switch/ breaker Power connector Battery module Power supplies (up to 7) Figure 1-8 Power bay components System Controller Shown in...
Page 18 1.2 Library Resource Module (LRM) Cooling fans CAN bus controller Host Bus Adapter cards Hard drive HBA connectors EMI shield Serial & Ethernet connectors Figure 1-9 System controller components in the power/PC bay 1.2.2 Touch Screen and LEDs Shown in Figure 1-10, each LRM includes a touch screen, used to display the X-Link Management Interface, and five LEDs.
Page 19 About This Manual Touch Screen The 15-inch LCD touch screen on the front of the LRM allows for local control and monitoring of library operations. The touch screen receives power from the PC power supply in the system controller and communicates with the system controller using a USB interface.
Page 20 1.2 Library Resource Module (LRM) 1.2.3 Robotic Handler and Barcode Reader Shown in Figure 1-12, the robotic tape handler within each LRM can access cartridges anywhere on the front wall or the back wall. It can also access slots on the rotating carousel of an attached MEM.
Page 21 Barcode labels must conform to the ANSI/AIM BCI-1995, Uniform Symbol Specification (USS-39). Detailed specifications for XLS barcodes and labels can be found in Qualstar Product Information Note 040, “XLS, RLS, and TLS Barcode Labels.” To obtain this document, go to www.qualstar.com...
Page 22 1.2 Library Resource Module (LRM) 1.2.4 Tape Drives Models XLS-812300 XLS-8161100 XLS-820500 XLS-832700 Maximum number of tape drive assemblies Number of drive bays 1 to 3 1 to 4 1 to 5 1 to 8 Table 1-1 Available tape drives by model Tape Drive Assemblies Shown in Figure...
Page 23 About This Manual Drive Bays Figure 1-15 shows the front view of two drive bays. Each drive bay can hold up to four tape drive assemblies, which are installed from the rear of the LRM. Figure 1-15 Front view of two drive bays (front panel removed) Depending on the XLS model, the library can be equipped with up to eight drive bays.
Page 24 1.2 Library Resource Module (LRM) operations. Each I/O port holds 10 cartridges in a removable magazine. Depending on the model, the XLS can include one, two, or four I/O ports. For each I/O port that is not installed, the library includes 10 additional cartridge storage slots, called fixed port assemblies.
Page 25 About This Manual 1.2.6 Cartridge Slots Table 1-2 lists the cartridge capacities of each XLS model. Figure 1-19 on page 1-18 shows the cartridge slot locations for the XLS-832700. Number of Cartridge Slots Location XLS-8161100 XLS-832700 XLS-820500 XLS-812300 up to 90 up to 210 up to 120 up to 60...
Page 26 1.2 Library Resource Module (LRM) Rear wall slots Door slots (110 slots/door) I/O port (10 slots/port) Cartridge bays (30 slots/bay) Figure 1-19 Cartridge slots in the XLS-832700 (fixed port slots not shown) 1.2.7 Doors and Light Curtain Sensors Doors The XLS8161100 and XLS-832700 have two doors, while the XLS-820500 and XLS-812300 have one door.
Page 27 About This Manual The curtain of light formed by the emitters and detectors allows the XLS to precisely monitor all areas within the LRM and MEM cabinets, as follows: • The beams of light at the rear of the cabinet can detect whether a cartridge is protruding from a slot.
Page 28: Media Expansion Module (Mems)
1.3 Media Expansion Module (MEMs) Media Expansion Module (MEMs) Shown in Figure 1-21 Figure 1-22 on page 1-21 the Media Expansion Modules (MEMs) include a rotating motor-driven carousel containing cartridge slots. The XLS-89000 (MEM1) can accommodate 1,075 cartridges, while the XLS-85000 (MEM2) can store 535 cartridges.
Page 29 About This Manual Door Carousel Leveling feet (4) Wheels (4) Figure 1-22 Front view of an XLS-85000 Media Expansion Module (MEM2) A MEM derives its power and control from an attached LRM. The carousel can rotate in either direction and the handler from an attached LRM can reach into a MEM to pick, place, and scan the barcode of any cartridge.
Page 30: How This Manual Is Organized
1.4 How This Manual Is Organized How This Manual Is Organized Table 1-3 is a quick reference for locating the information in this manual. Refer to... For... Overview of the installation process, including a Chapter 2, “Preparing for Installation” check list of required and optional components and accessories Chapter 3, “Unpacking the XLS”...
Page 31: Conventions Used In This Manual
About This Manual Conventions Used in This Manual This section lists the terminology, typographic, and organizational conventions used in this manual. 1.5.1 Terminology For clarity and compliance with the SCSI standard, the library control interface of the XLS is referred to as the medium changer. Note that the medium changer is different than the handler, which is simply the robotic mechanism within the XLS that picks and places the cartridges.
Page 32 1.5 Conventions Used in This Manual 1.5.3 Safety Notices This manual may include four types of notices. Warnings and Caution Notices To avoid personal injury, damage to the equipment, or loss of data, closely follow the operating instructions and maintenance procedures described in this manual. Pay special attention to the information in Warning and Caution notices, as described below: WARNING! Personal injury may result if you do not fully comply with the handling,...
Page 33: For More Information
About This Manual For More Information This section provides information about related manuals and how to contact Qualstar. 1.6.1 Related Manuals For more information about the XLS library, refer to the manuals in Table 1-4, which can be downloaded onto any computer connected to the XLS. The manuals are in Adobe Acrobat PDF format.
Page 34 1.6 For More Information Open any of the supported Internet browsers on an attached computer. In the address field for the browser, type http://qualstarxls/manuals/index.html, where qualstarxls is the default name for the physical library. See Figure 1-23. Figure 1-23 Accessing the online manuals (Internet Explorer shown) Important: If you have changed the name for the physical library, be sure to use the new name instead of qualstarxls.
Page 35 About This Manual Select the manual you are interested in. Assuming that Adobe Acrobat or Acrobat Reader is installed on your system, the PDF file opens. See Figure 1-25. Figure 1-25 PDF file of example manual opened in browser window XLS Library Installation Manual 1-27...
Page 36 1.6 For More Information 1.6.3 Contacting Qualstar If you have questions about the XLS library, contact an authorized reseller or Qualstar Technical Support. Qualstar Corporation 1267 Flynn Road Camarillo, CA 93012 Monday - Friday 7:00 AM to 4:00 PM PST...
Page 37: Preparing For Installation
Preparing for Installation This chapter summarizes the XLS installation process and provides a check list of the components, options, and accessories you need to complete the installation. Important: Before starting the installation, be sure that you have access to any planning diagrams or documents created when determining what XLS equipment to order.
Page 38: Installation Overview
2.1 Installation Overview Installation Overview Figure 2-1 summaries the steps in XLS installation. Inspect the shipment Unpack the cabinets Unpack accessories Obtain materials in check list Receive and unpack Install LRM Install MEM (optional) Install rack equipment (optional) Install hardware Connect cables and terminators Connect to power Perform initial power on...
Page 39 Preparing for Installation As shown in the figure, installation includes the following steps: Unpack the XSL cabinets and accessories. For instructions, see Chapter 3, “Unpacking the XLS.” Install the LRM. For information, see Chapter 4, “Installing the LRM.” Attach any MEMs. For information, see Chapter 5, “Installing a MEM.”...
Page 40: Installation Check List
2.2 Installation Check List Installation Check List 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. The equipment rack (if ordered), the tape drive assemblies, and the cartridges must be installed at the customer’s site.
Page 41 XLS if an unexpected power failure occurs. However, the battery module does not provide adequate power to Uninterruptible power supply protect the tape drives. For this reason, Qualstar Customer (UPS) recommends that you connect the XLS to an external UPS.
Page 42 5/16 x 3/4-inch hex bolts (6) Qualstar Shipped with the MEM Gripper alignment cartridge Qualstar Qualstar part number: 620059; shipped with the MEM Included in the accessory kit. Used to remove the 5/16-inch hex wrench Qualstar shipping restraints from the unit...
Page 43: Unpacking The Xls
Unpacking the XLS This chapter provides instructions for unpacking the XLS library and components. This chapter is intended as a supplement to the XLS Library Site Planning Guide (501604).. WARNING! Not including tape drives or cartridges, the LRMs weigh between 700 lbs (318 kg) to 1000 lbs (454 kg).
Page 44 3.1 Inspecting the Shipment Inspect the Tip (N) Tell indicators on each container to determine if the shipment was tipped during transport. See Figure 3-1. Blue arrow Clear arrow indicates indicates shipment was shipment is tipped okay Figure 3-1 Example Tip (N) Tell indicators Inspect the cartons and pallets for obvious damage (for example, punctures or water stains).
Page 45: Unpacking The Xls
Unpacking the XLS Unpacking the XLS Table 3-1 provides an overview of unpacking the XLS. Step Task Refer to... Section 3.2.1 Remove the packaging Section 3.2.2 on page 3-5 Remove the web straps Section 3.2.3 on page 3-7 Attach ramps to the pallet Section 3.2.4 on page 3-8 Remove the shipping restraints Section 3.2.5 on page 3-13...
Page 46 3.2 Unpacking the XLS Remove the plastic sheeting surrounding the cardboard. See Figure 3-2 Figure 3-2 XLS in plastic sheeting covered shipping carton Lift the cardboard cap off the top. Using a Phillips screwdriver, remove the drywall screws that attach the cardboard to the pallet.
Page 47 Unpacking the XLS Remove the four pieces of cardboard and set them aside. See Figure 3-3. Figure 3-3 XLS-832700 with crating material removed Visually inspect the unpacked equipment for obvious shipping damage, such as dented or scratched surfaces. Report any damage to the carrier. 3.2.2 Remove the Web Straps To remove the four web straps, follow these steps:...
Page 48 3.2 Unpacking the XLS Push down on the release lever, then lift up on the latch to detension the strap. Figure 3-4. Figure 3-4 Ratchet on the web strap Unhook the strap from the upper and lower eye bolts. Repeat steps 2 and 3 to remove the other straps. Using a 1/2-inch socket or open-end wrench, remove the four shipping brackets from the top of the unit.
Page 49 Unpacking the XLS 3.2.3 Attach Ramps to the Pallet To attach the ramps to the pallet, follow these steps: Using a Phillips screwdriver, remove the drywall screws securing the two ramps. Figure 3-6. Figure 3-6 Location of ramps Slide the ramps out from under the unit. Locate the ramp slots on the pallet.
Page 50 3.2 Unpacking the XLS Attach the ramps to the pallet. See Figure 3-7. Figure 3-7 Attaching the ramps to the pallet (XLS-832700 shown) CAUTION To avoid equipment damage, securely attach the ramps to the pallet and make sure they are positioned directly in front of the wheels. 3.2.4 Remove the Shipping Restraints The LRMs and MEMs are bolted to the pallet with three or four shipping restraints: two...
Page 51 Unpacking the XLS XLS-8161100 or XLS-832700 To remove the back and front shipping restraints, follow these steps: Locate the two shipping restraints at the back. See Figure 3-8. Shipping restraints Figure 3-8 Location of the back shipping restraints Using a 5/16-inch hex wrench (included in the accessory box), remove the shipping restraints.
Page 52 3.2 Unpacking the XLS XLS-820500 or XLS-812300 Locate the two shipping restraints attaching the back of the LRM to the pallet. Figure 3-10. Shipping restraints Figure 3-10 Location of the back shipping restraints Using a 5/16-inch hex wrench (included in the accessory box), remove the shipping restraints.
Page 53 Unpacking the XLS For the left side shipping restraint an assitant will be needed. Using wire cutters or scissors, cut and remove the cable tie that holds the X-axis in place. See Figure 3-12. Lift the X-axis with the help of an assistant and hold it aloft so the shipping rstraint is visible as shown in figure Figure 3-12..
Page 54 3.2 Unpacking the XLS XLS-89000 or XLS-85000 Locate the shipping restraints attaching the left and right sides of the MEM to the pallet. There are two on either side. See Figure 3-13.. XLS-89000 XLS-85000 Shipping restraint Shipping restraint (right side) (right side) Shipping restraint Shipping restraint...
Page 55 Unpacking the XLS 3.2.5 Roll the Unit into Position After removing the four shipping restraints, you can roll the unit into position. Follow these steps: Confirm that all of the levelling feet are fully retracted. See Figure 3-14. Figure 3-14 Leveling foot in fully retracted position Carefully roll the unit down the ramps and to its intended location.
Page 56: Unpacking The Equipment Rack
3.3 Unpacking the Equipment Rack Unpacking the Equipment Rack All optional equipment racks are shipped in wooden crates and the unpacking instructions for the various models are the same. 3.3.1 Removing the Equipment Rack from the Crate To open the crate and remove the equipment rack, follow these steps: Using a pair of scissors cut and remove the two nylon bands securing the crate to the pallet.
Page 57 Unpacking the XLS With the help of an assistant lift the equipment rack out of the crate and carefully set it down. Remove the plastic bag from the equipment rack and save all of the packaging material in case any of the equipment needs to be moved or if the equipment rack needs to be returned for service.
Page 58 3.3 Unpacking the Equipment Rack Notes: 501601 Rev. 07-01-19 3-16...
Page 59: Installing The Lrm
Installing the LRM This chapter provides instructions for setting up the LRM. CAUTION Before installing the LRM, be sure that the library’s power switch is off and that the power cord is not attached to the power connector. Obtain the following: Required tools and equipment: •...
Page 60 4.1 Removing the Shipment Locks on the Handler Using wire cutters or scissors, cut and remove the cable tie that holds the gripper head in place. See Figure 4-1. Cable tie Figure 4-1 Location of cable tie securing the gripper head Cut and remove the cable tie that holds the X-axis in place.
Page 61: Extending The Leveling Feet
Installing the LRM Extending the Leveling Feet To extend the leveling feet, follow these steps: Locate the four leveling feet on the base of the LRM. Using a 3/4-inch open-end wrench, loosen one of the leveling feet by turning the jam nut.
Page 62 4.3 If you are not installing a MEM, turn all four jam nuts clockwise until they push up against the frame. See If you are installing a MEM, refer to Chapter 5, “Installing a MEM.” If you are not installing a MEM, turn all four jam nuts clockwise until they push up against the frame.
Page 63 Installing the LRM On the top of the LRM, locate the four socket-head cap screws, as shown in Figure 4-6. The four cap screws to remove. The four cap screw storage holes. Top of LRM Figure 4-6 Location of the carousel lock screws on the top of the LRM Use a 3/8-inch Allen wrench to remove the four screws.
Page 64 4.4 Releasing the Carousel Locks in a XLS-8161100 Notes: 501601 Rev. 07-01-19...
Page 65: Installing A Mem
Installing a MEM This chapter provide instructions for installing one or more Media Expansion Modules (MEMs) to an LRM. The XLS-89000 MEM holds 1,075 cartridges and has two doors while the XLS-85000 has capacity for 535 cartridges and a single door. Important: For instructions for attaching a MEM after the LRM has been powered on and configured, refer to the XLS...
Page 66: Preparing The Lrm
5.1 Preparing the LRM Preparing the LRM To prepare the LRM, follow these steps: On the side of the LRM where you will install the MEM, locate the two Phillips screws at the base of the side panel. Using a #2 Phillips screwdriver, remove the two screws. See Figure 5-1.
Page 67: Removing The X-Axis Hard Stop
Installing a MEM On the exposed side of the LRM, locate the carousel controller cable. See Figure 5-3. Figure 5-3 Carousel controller cable on the side of the LRM (XLS-832700 shown) Cut the tie wraps holding the cable to the frame. Removing the X-Axis Hard Stop When shipped, the X-axis (horizontal axis) on the handler includes two inner and two outer “hard stops,”...
Page 68 5.2 Removing the X-Axis Hard Stop When the inner hard stops are installed, the handler is prevented from traveling too far to the left and right. When an inner hard stop is removed, the handler can reach into an attached MEM. You need to remove the inner hard stop on the side where you will install the MEM.
Page 69: Releasing The Carousel Locks In A Xls-89000 Mem
Installing a MEM Releasing the Carousel Locks in a XLS-89000 MEM CAUTION The carousel in the XLS-89000 MEM is locked into place for shipping. You must release the carousel locks before installing the MEM. To release the carousel locks, follow these steps: On the right and left sides of the MEM, locate the brackets under the carousel, as shown in Figure...
Page 70 5.3 Releasing the Carousel Locks in a XLS-89000 MEM Locate the two socket-head cap screws on each bracket and using a pair of wire cutters or scissors cut and remove the wire securing the two cap screws together. Right side of MEM Left side of MEM Figure 5-7 Location of screws on the carousel shipping locks –...
Page 71: Releasing The Carousel Locks In A Xls-85000 Mem
Installing a MEM Store the screws in the two holes on the front of each bracket. See Figure 5-8. Figure 5-8 Storing the screws in the bracket Important: Be sure to store the screws in the bracket; they may be required later for service use.
Page 72 5.4 Releasing the Carousel Locks in a XLS-85000 MEM On the top of the MEM, locate the four socket-head cap screws, as shown in Figure 5-9. Top of MEM Figure 5-9 Location of the carousel lock screws on the top of the MEM Use a 3/8-inch Allen wrench to remove screws 1 and 4 as shown in Figure 5-9.
Page 73: Connecting The Carousel Controller Cable
Installing a MEM Top of MEM Figure 5-10 Storing the screws in the top of the MEM Important: Be sure to store the screws in the top of the MEM; they may be required later for service use. Turn the carousel by hand to ensure that it rotates smoothly and without encountering any obstructions.
Page 74 5.5 Connecting the Carousel Controller Cable To connect the carousel controller cable, follow these steps: Using a #2 Phillips screwdriver, remove the eleven screws that attach the lower panel to the back of the XLS-89000 MEM or the eight screws that attach the lower panel to the back of the XLS-85000 MEM.
Page 75: Attaching The Lrm To The Mem
Installing a MEM Attaching the LRM to the MEM To attach the LRM to the MEM, follow these steps: On the side of the MEM closest to the LRM, locate the two alignment holes at the top and bottom. Insert the narrow end of a bullet-nose alignment pin into each hole. See Figure 5-13.
Page 76: Lowering The Leveling Feet
5.7 Lowering the Leveling Feet Determine the direction of the bolts, as follows: – If the MEM is to the left of the LRM (as viewed from the front): • All six bolts go from the LRM to the MEM –...
Page 77 Installing a MEM Important: The XLS-89000 MEM also includes front and rear carousel supports, which are located between the leveling feet. The carousel supports are intended to keep the carousel from sagging when it is loaded with cartridges. Do not use these supports to level the MEM. Using a 3/4-inch open-end wrench, turn one of the jam nuts to loosen the leveling foot.
Page 78: Lowering The Xls-89000 Carousel Supports
5.8 Lowering the XLS-89000 Carousel Supports Once the equipment is level, turn the four jam nuts on the MEM and the four jam nuts on the LRM clockwise until they push up against the frame. See Figure 5-17. Turn jam nut until it pushes against the frame Figure 5-17 Tightening a leveling foot...
Page 79: Installing The Side Panel On The Mem
Installing a MEM Using the same wrench, extend the support until it touches the floor. See Figure 5-16 on page 5-13. Turn the carousel support another 1/4 to 1/8 of a turn until it is tight against the floor. Using a 3/4-inch open-end wrench, turn the jam nut clockwise until it pushes up against the frame.
Page 80 5.9 Installing the Side Panel on the MEM Notes: 501601 Rev. 07-01-19 5-16...
Page 81 Installing an Expansion Pod This chapter provide instructions for attaching an expansion pod to an XLS-812300. Each expansion pod provides storage for an additional 120 cartridges. Important: For instructions for attaching an expansion pod after the XLS-812300 has been powered on and configured, refer to the XLS Library Technical Service Manual.
Page 82 6.1 Removing the Side Panels from the XLS-812300 Items shipped with the expansion pods: • Top hinge mount • Bottom hinge mount • Front L brace • Alignment pins (2) • Plastic shims (4) • 6-32 x 5/16 Torx screws (5) •...
Page 83: Installing An Expansion Pod
Installing an Expansion Pod Carefully slide the panel up until you can lift the hooks out of the corresponding slots on the frame. See Figure 6-2. Figure 6-2 Removing the front side panel Repeat steps 2 and 3 to remove the rear side panel. Use a T20 Torx driver to remove the five screws that secure the attachment plate to the rear side panel.
Page 84: Removing The Side Panels From The Xls-812300
6.1 Removing the Side Panels from the XLS-812300 Using a #2 Phillips screwdriver, remove the six screws that attach the center mounting rail to the side of the XLS-812300. See Figure 6-3. Figure 6-3 Removing the center mounting rail from the side of the XLS-812300 501601 Rev.
Page 85: Installing The Expansion Pod Mounting Hardware
Installing an Expansion Pod Installing the Expansion Pod Mounting Hardware To install the mounting hardware for the expansion pod, follow these steps: On the exposed side of the XLS-812300, locate the expansion-pod controller cable. Figure 6-4. Figure 6-4 Expansion-pod controller cable on the side of the XLS-812300 Cut the cable ties holding the cable to the frame.
Page 86 6.2 Installing the Expansion Pod Mounting Hardware Insert the bullet-nose end of the alignment pin into the hole at the top of the XLS-812300. Secure the top hinge mount using three flat-head screws. Ensure that the hinge pins point upward. See Figure 6-6.
Page 87 Installing an Expansion Pod Hold the bottom hinge mount against the XLS-812300 and route the expansion-pod controller cable through the channel on the bottom hinge mount. Figure 6-7. Figure 6-7 Routing the expansion-pod controller cable through the bottom hinge mount Attach the bottom hinge mount to the XLS-812300 using one alignment pin and three flat-head screws.
Page 88 6.2 Installing the Expansion Pod Mounting Hardware Attach the front L brace to the XLS-812300 as shown in Figure 6-9. Note that: – If the expansion pod to the right of the XLS-812300: • Use three 5/16 x 1/2 socket-head screws and three 5/16-inch flat washers.
Page 89: Removing The X-Axis Hard Stop
Installing an Expansion Pod Removing the X-Axis Hard Stop When shipped, the X-axis (horizontal axis) on the handler includes two inner and two outer “hard stops,” which are simply #10 cap screws located at each end of the X-axis. See Figure 6-10.
Page 90: Attaching The Expansion Pod To The Xls-812300
6.4 Attaching the Expansion Pod to the XLS-812300 Using a 5/32-inch Allen wrench, remove the appropriate inner hard stop from the X-axis. See Figure 6-11. Do not remove! Figure 6-11 Removing the X-axis hard stop (right side shown) Attaching the Expansion Pod to the XLS-812300 To attach the expansion pod to the XLS-812300, follow these steps: If necessary, lower the leveling feet on the XLS-812300.
Page 91 Installing an Expansion Pod Lift the pod up and insert the four hinge pins on the XLS-812300 into the corresponding holes on the pod. See Figure 6-12. Figure 6-12 Attaching an expansion pod (left side shown with fixed port removed) Connect the expansion-pod controller cable to the keyed connector on the pod controller card.
Page 92 6.4 Attaching the Expansion Pod to the XLS-812300 Push the expansion pod against the XLS-812300 and guide the top and bottom alignment pins on the XLS-812300 into the corresponding holes on the expansion pod. See Figure 6-14. Top hole Top alignment pin Figure 6-14 Aligning the expansion pod with the XLS-812300 Insert three 10-32 x 1-1/4 socket-head screws through the three holes on the outside of the expansion pod.
Page 93: Reinstalling The Rear Side Panel
Installing an Expansion Pod Reinstalling the Rear Side Panel To reinstall the rear side panel on the XLS-812300, follow these steps: Holding the side panel with both hands, place the panel next to the XLS-812300 and secure it with the five Torx screws you removed in Section 6.1 on page 6-2.
Page 94 6.5 Reinstalling the Rear Side Panel Notes: 501601 Rev. 07-01-19 6-14...
Page 95: Installing An Equipment Rack
Installing an Equipment Rack This chapter provides instructions for installing the optional equipment rack in the XLS-832700, XLS-820500, or XLS-812300. Shown in Figure 7-1, the equipment rack can accommodate standard 19-inch rack equipment, such as a Fibre Channel switch. CAUTION To avoid equipment damage, the total weight of the equipment installed in the optional equipment rack should not exceed 120lbs (54.4kg).
Page 96: Installing The 8U Rack Hardware
7.1 Installing the 8U Rack Hardware Installing the 8U Rack Hardware This section describes how to install the mounting hardware for the 8U equipment rack. The mounting hardware must be installed after the XLS is in its final location. Important: With the hardware for the 8U equipment rack installed, the XLS does not fit through a 36-inch door.
Page 97 Installing an Equipment Rack To install the mounting hardware for the equipment rack, follow these steps: Attach either of the bottom brackets to the left side of the frame by inserting the bracket’s tab into the slot on the frame. Secure the bracket with three 6-32 Phillips screws, as shown in Figure 7-2.
Page 98 7.1 Installing the 8U Rack Hardware Using a 5/32-inch hex wrench, insert three 10-32 socket-head cap screws through the large holes on the front of the block and into the smaller holes on the frame, as shown in Figure 7-3. Insert screws Figure 7-3 Securing the extension block to the frame Tighten the screws.
Page 99: Installing The Rack Into The Xls-832700
Installing an Equipment Rack Attach either of the upper brackets to the top left side of the frame with three 1/4-20 socket-head cap screws, as shown in Figure 7-5. Insert screws Figure 7-5 Top left equipment-rack bracket Attach the second upper bracket to the top right side of the frame. Once the 8U rack hardware is installed, refer to Section 7.2 to install the rack.
Page 100 7.2 Installing the Rack into the XLS-832700 Locate the two plastic guide rails on the bottom of the rack and the four hinge latches on the front. See Figure 7-6. Guide rails Hinge latches Figure 7-6 Guide rails and hinge latches With the latches to the front, lift the empty rack into the rack space on the back of the XLS.
Page 101 Installing an Equipment Rack Slide the rack into position by pulling up on the bottom left hinge latch and pulling down on the top left hinge latch. See Figure 7-8. Figure 7-8 Inserting the hinge latches into the frame Release the latches into the holes on the frame. CAUTION Ensure that both latches have fully released and that the hinges are completely inserted into the holes on the frame.
Page 102 7.2 Installing the Rack into the XLS-832700 Insert the pin through the loop on the lanyard to secure the rack to the frame. Figure 7-9. Figure 7-9 Attaching the lanyard to the frame Insert the pin on the right side of the frame through the lanyard on the right side of the rack.
Page 103: Installing A Rack Into The Xls-820500 Or Xls-812300
Installing an Equipment Rack Installing a Rack into the XLS-820500 or XLS-812300 Obtain the following: Required tools: • #2 Phillips screwdriver Make sure you have the following included with the rack: Required equipment: • Two slide assemblies • Ten 8-32 × 1/4 Phillips screws •...
Page 104 7.3 Installing a Rack into the XLS-820500 or XLS-812300 Using a #2 Phillips screwdriver, attached either of the slide assemblies to the right side of the frame using five of the 8-32 × 1/4 Phillips screws. See Figure 7-11. Slide assembly Slide assembly mounting holes (5) Figure 7-11 Securing a slide assembly to rear of XLS-812300 (right side shown)
Page 105: The Power Strip And Rack Equipment
Installing an Equipment Rack When the slide rails are aligned with the slide assemblies carefully guide the rack backwards making sure that the rails are fully engaged with the assemblies. The rack will not slide past the locking arm positions. See Figure 7-12.
Page 106 7.4 The Power Strip and Rack Equipment • Installed equipment rack • Equipment to be mounted into the rack, including power cords • Equipment rack power strip (XLS-832700 only) • Four 6-32 × 3/8 Phillips screws for the power strip (XLS-832700 only) •...
Page 107 Installing an Equipment Rack Follow the equipment manufacturers’ instructions to install the equipment and secure it to the rack at the top and bottom. CAUTION To avoid equipment damage, the total weight of the equipment installed in the optional equipment rack should not exceed 120lbs (54.4kg).
Page 108 7.4 The Power Strip and Rack Equipment Insert screws Power connector Insert screws Figure 7-15 Location of screws for the power strip (right side of frame shown) Connect power cords between any installed equipment and the power strip. When appropriate, connect the power strip to the input power source and power on the installed equipment.
Page 109 Installing an Equipment Rack 7.4.2 Installing the power strip and rack equipment into the XLS-820500 or XLS-812300 Follow these steps: Pull the equipment rack out from the frame. Determine how you want to orient the equipment. Follow the equipment manufacturers’ instructions to install the equipment and secure it to the rack at the top and bottom.
Page 110: Accessing Rack Equipment
7.5 Accessing Rack Equipment Swing the door open. Connect power cords between any installed equipment and the power strip. Connect the supplied power cord to the power connector on the power strip then loop the cord around the post on the rear of the door as shown in Figure 7-17.
Page 111 Installing an Equipment Rack Release the two hinge latches on the left or the two hinges on the right. CAUTION Never release all four hinge latches unless you are removing an empty rack. To access the rack equipment in the XLS-825500 or 812300: Pull the equipment rack out from the frame.
Page 112 7.5 Accessing Rack Equipment Notes: 501601 Rev. 07-01-19 7-18...
Page 113: Installing The Tape Drive Assemblies
Installing the Tape Drive Assemblies This chapter provides instructions for installing the tape drive assemblies in the XLS. The library can accommodate 4 to 32 tape drives, which are installed in individual drive carriers at the factory. CAUTION To avoid damaging the equipment and voiding your warranty, do not attempt to remove the tape drives from the drive carriers.
Page 114: Before You Begin
8.1 Before You Begin Currently there are two types of SCSI tape drive assemblies available. See Figure 8-2 on page 8-1. LTO3 models, which require termination at both ends of the SCSI bus and LTO4 models, which are self terminating in the tape drive assembly itself. Before You Begin Before installing the tape drive assemblies, create a map of where each tape drive should go.
Page 115 Installing the Tape Drive Assemblies the tape drive to the same SCSI bus. In addition, use side-by-side locations within a drive bay if you plan to put more than one tape drive on the SCSI bus. Important: Because the transfer rate for Ultra 160 SCSI is limited to 160 MB/second, placing two high-speed tape drives on a single bus may prevent both drives from streaming data.
Page 116 8.1 Before You Begin Note: In the example, the empty slots in the drive bay contain drive filler assemblies. They could also contain SCSI or Fibre Channel tape drives connected to other logical libraries. to SCSI host (Log. Library 2) to SCSI host (Log.
Page 117 Installing the Tape Drive Assemblies Note: In the example, the empty slots in the drive bay contain drive filler assemblies. They could also contain SCSI or Fibre Channel tape drives connected to other logical libraries. to SCSI host (Log. Library 2) to SCSI host (Log.
Page 118 8.1 Before You Begin Example 3: Fibre Channel Connections Figure 8-6 shows the cabling scheme for an example Fibre Channel (FC) library that contains twelve tape drives and two Fibre Channel HBAs. The XLS has been partitioned into three logical libraries, as follows: •...
Page 119 Installing the Tape Drive Assemblies Example 3: Mixed SCSI and Fibre Channel Connections Figure 8-7 shows the cabling scheme for an example library that contains ten tape drives and two HBAs. The XLS has been partitioned into four logical libraries, as follows: •...
Page 120 8.1 Before You Begin to FC switch (Log. Library 4) to FC switch (Log. Library 3) to SCSI host (Log. Library 2) to SCSI host (Log. Library 1) Blank Drive Blank Drive Cover Cover to FC switch (Log. Library 3) Log.
Page 121 Installing the Tape Drive Assemblies Example 4: Logical Library with Multiple Hosts Figure 8-8 shows an example logical library connected to four host computers. Logical Library 1 Hosts 2, 3, & 4 share access to The hosts all 16 tape drives communicate over Ethernet A B C D...
Page 122 8.1 Before You Begin 8.1.3 Recording Tape Drive Locations As described in Section 12.2, “Creating a New Logical Library,” on page 12-3, you must specify a physical address (bay and column) for each tape drive when completing the Create Logical Library wizard. For this reason, you should record the locations of all tape drives and drive filler assemblies.
Page 123 Installing the Tape Drive Assemblies Bay position: 3H Bay position: 2H Bay position: 1H Bay position: Drive type: Drive type: Drive type: Drive type: Interface: Interface: Interface: Interface: Serial Serial No: Serial No: Serial No: Log. Lib.: Log. Lib.: Log. Lib.: Log.
Page 124: Installing Tape Drive And Drive Filler Assemblies
8.2 Installing Tape Drive and Drive Filler Assemblies Installing Tape Drive and Drive Filler Assemblies Make sure you have the following: Required tools and equipment: • Phillips screwdriver To install the tape drive and drive filler assemblies, follow these steps: Procedure: Refer to “Before You Begin”...
Page 125 Installing the Tape Drive Assemblies Using a Phillips screwdriver, turn the two captive screws clockwise until tight. Figure 8-12. Figure 8-12 Tightening the tape drive assembly screws Repeat steps 2–4 to install all of the tape drive assemblies. As required, repeat steps 2–4 to install drive filler assemblies (shown in Figure 8-3 on page 8-2) in any unused positions.
Page 126 8.2 Installing Tape Drive and Drive Filler Assemblies Notes: 501601 Rev. 07-01-19 8-14...
Page 127: Connecting The Xls
Connecting the XLS This chapter provides instructions for connecting the library and the tape drives to one or more SCSI buses or Fibre Channel networks. It also includes instructions for editing the target IDs for the HBAs and tape drives. The instructions in this chapter assume that you have previous experience connecting and configuring SCSI buses or Fibre Channel networks.
Page 128 9.2 Connecting the Cables 9.2.1 Removing the EMI Shield The EMI shield, shown in Figure 9-1, reduces potential electromagnetic interference from the connectors on the library and must be removed before you can access the HBA ports to attach the cables. EMI shield Figure 9-1 Location of the EMI shield (cables shown attached) To remove the EMI shield, follow these steps:...
Page 129 Connecting the XLS enumerates the SCSI HBAs first then the Fubre Channel HBAs. See Figure 9-2 examples. HBA A HBA B HBA C HBA D HBA A HBA B HBA C HBA D HBA A HBA B HBA C HBA D Figure 9-2 Example of multiple SCSI and Fibre Channel HBA connections Connecting SCSI Cables and Terminators To connect LTO3 tape drive SCSI cables and terminators, follow these steps:...
Page 130 9.2 Connecting the Cables If the tape drive will terminate the SCSI bus, install an active Ultra 160 SCSI terminator on the unused SCSI connector. To connect LTO4 tape drive SCSI cables, follow these steps: Connect one or more tape drives, as follows: Connect an external SCSI cable to a tape drive.
Page 131 Connecting the XLS Note: The SCSI HBAs provide active termination. Connecting Fibre Channel Cables To connect the Fibre Channel cables, follow these steps: Connect one or more tape drives, as follows: Use one hand to lift the safety covers on the Fibre Channel connectors. See Figure 9-4.
Page 132 9.2 Connecting the Cables 9.2.3 Replace the EMI Shield After connecting the cables, replace the EMI shield and tighten the two thumb screws. Important: To avoid potential problems caused by electromagnetic interference, do not operate the library without the EMI shield in place.
Page 133: Applying Power And Logging Into X-Link
Applying Power and Logging Into X-Link This chapter provides instructions and information for the following: • Preparing to power on the library. See Section 10.1 • Connecting the library to power and performing the initial power on. See Section 10.2 on page 10-3.
Page 134 10.1 Preparing to Power on the Library From the back of the library, check the following: – A tape drive or drive filler assembly is installed in every drive bay position. – An adequate number of power supplies are installed for the number of installed drive bays and attached MEMs.
Page 135: Connecting The Library To Power
Applying Power and Logging Into X-Link 10.2 Connecting the Library to Power In addition to the standard power connection provided on the library there is a redundent power input module available that allows the library to be connected to two independent power sources, providing a redundant power source in the event one of the power sources should fail.
Page 136 XLS if an unexpected power failure occurs. However, the battery module does not provide enough power to protect the tape drives. For this reason, Qualstar recommends that you connect the XLS to an external Section 2.2 on page 2-4 UPS.
Page 137 Applying Power and Logging Into X-Link Move the power switch to the on position. See Figure 10-3. Figure 10-3 Power switch in on position Wait for the power-on processes to complete. XLS Library Installation Manual 10-5...
Page 138 10.2 Connecting the Library to Power To power on a library with the redundent power input module, follow these steps: Locate the power switches and power connectors on the back of the library in the lower left, as shown in Figure 10-4.
Page 139 Applying Power and Logging Into X-Link Plug the power cord from power inlet 1 into the wall outlet that is the primary power source. The library will use this line as long as it is good. Connect the power cord from power inlet 2 into the wall outlet that is the backup power source.
Page 140 – If the LEDs are flashing, operator intervention is required. See Section 10.2.1 for troubleshooting instructions. If the error persists, contact Qualstar Technical Support for assistance. 10.2.1 Troubleshooting Problems with XLS Power-On Processes If the Attention or Fault LED is flashing after you have powered on the XLS, follow these...
Page 141 Table 10-1 Initial troubleshooting steps for power-on error (continued) If the error persists, contact Qualstar Technical Support for assistance. 10.2.2 Meanings of the LEDs This section describes the status LEDs on the library’s front panel, on the tape drive assemblies, and on the power supplies.
Page 142 10.2 Connecting the Library to Power Table 10-2 lists the meanings of the status LEDs State Indicates Slow flash One or more doors is open or unlocked One or more of the light curtain sensors is blocked (for Attention Fast flash example, a cartridge may be protruding from a slot) Solid yellow One or more I/O ports is open...
Page 143 Applying Power and Logging Into X-Link Table 10-3 lists the meanings of the tape drive LEDs State Meaning The XLS is powered down or the tape drive assembly is not seated correctly The tape drive assembly is installed, but the tape drive is Drive Status Amber powered off...
Page 144: Logging Into X-Link
10.3 Logging Into X-Link Table 10-4 lists the meanings of the LEDs. LED state Meaning PWR Good Fault On (green) The power supply is operating correctly The power supply is on, but it is not On (green) On (yellow) providing power to the XLS The power supply has failed and needs to be replaced The power supply has failed and needs...
Page 145 Applying Power and Logging Into X-Link If you are using the touch screen, press the keyboard button located on the right side of the log-in page. The virtual keyboard opens, as shown in Figure 10-11. Note that a stylus has been included with the accessory kit that can be used to control the touch screen.
Page 146 10.3 Logging Into X-Link Type your user ID in the User ID field. If you are using the touch screen, press Next on the virtual keyboard to display the Password field. Type your password in the Password field. If you are using the touch screen, press Close on the virtual keyboard to return to the log-in page.
Page 147: Configuring The Physical Library
Configuring the Physical Library Once you have successfully powered on the library, you can configure the physical library for use in your environment. The physical library consists of the entire XLS, including the LRM, any attached MEMs, all tape drives, all cartridges slots, all I/O ports, and the handler.
Page 148 11.1 Connecting the XLS to a Computer • The primary Ethernet connector (ENET 0), located on the back of the power/PC bay, is intended for remote operations across a 10/100 BaseT Ethernet network. Figure 11-1. Figure 11-1 Location of the primary Ethernet connector •...
Page 149 – Firefox 1.5 (and higher) – Mozilla 1.7.12 (and higher) Note: While other browsers can be used, Qualstar cannot confirm that the page display and operation will be correct. • Java Script enabled for the browser. • Cookies enabled for the browser.
Page 150 11.1 Connecting the XLS to a Computer Type the library’s hostname, http://qualstarxls, in the address line for the browser. See Figure 11-3. Figure 11-3 Entering the hostname (Internet Explorer shown) Press Enter. The X-Link log-in page is displayed. Log into X-Link as described in Section 10.3 on page 10-12.
Page 151: Aligning The Gripper With Any Mems
Section 11.4 on page 11-23. 11.2.1 Using the Gripper Alignment Cartridge To align the gripper to the carousel, follow these steps: Obtain the gripper alignment cartridge (Qualstar part number: 620059), which is shipped with the MEM or expansion pod. See Figure 11-5.
Page 152 11.2 Aligning the Gripper with Any MEMs Select Service View to display the Service portlet, shown in Figure 11-6. Figure 11-6 Service portlet From the Change Configuration section of the Service portlet, select Hardware Configuration. The Hardware Configuration page opens as shown in Figure 11-7 on page 11-7.
Page 153 Configuring the Physical Library Figure 11-7 Hardware Configuration From the Robot section, select Position Robot, which homes all axes (including any carousels), and positions the gripper to an easily accessible location. Open all doors. 11.2.2 MEM Alignment To align the gripper to a MEM, follow these steps. XLS Library Installation Manual 11-7...
Page 154 11.2 Aligning the Gripper with Any MEMs Insert the gripper alignment cartridge into slot 36 of the carousel (use whichever column of slots is facing forward). See Figure 11-8 on page 11-8. Important: Make sure the alignment tool side is facing up that indicates “CAROUSEL 620059-01-4”.
Page 155: Calibrating An Expansion Pod Equipped Library
11-23. Obtain the following: Required tools and equipment: • Four pod Calibration cartridges (Qualstar part number: 521410) are needed to calibrate each pod Important: The POD Calibration cartridges are different than the Tape Drive Calibration cartridges and they are not interchangeable.
Page 156 11.3 Calibrating an Expansion Pod Equipped Library CAL Label Figure 11-9 Pod calibration cartridge with the CAL label attached 11.3.1 The Calibration Procedure Shut down the XLS Tape Library and switch the power switch to off. Open the LRM door closet to the pod to be calibrated. Expansion pod columns are designated A as the front column, the column closest to the front of the library, and B as the rear column.
Page 157 Configuring the Physical Library If only one expansion POD is used, it should be installed on the right side of the LRM. Column B Column A Figure 11-10 Column A and B locations in an expansion pod Insert the four pod calibration cartridges into expansion pod slots A-5, A-60, B-5 and B-60 for each pod.
Page 158 11.3 Calibrating an Expansion Pod Equipped Library Note: The pod calibration cartridges should be installed in the TOP MOST slot, (slot 60) and the FIFTH slot from the bottom, NOT the bottom most slot. Slot B-60 Slot A-60 Slot B-5 Slot A-5 Figure 11-11 Correct locations for the pod calibration cartridges in columns A and B Make sure the pod calibration cartridges are pushed all the way back into the slot...
Page 159 Configuring the Physical Library Using a 5/32" Allen wrench, remove the inner hard stop on the X-beam on the side where the new expansion pod is installed. If two expansion pod's were installed, remove both inner hard stops on the left and right side of the X-beam. Inner hard stop Outer hard stop Figure 11-12 Outer and inner hard stops on the handler’s X-axis (right side shown)
Page 160 11.3 Calibrating an Expansion Pod Equipped Library From the X-link home page, select Service View to display the Service portlet as shown in Figure 11-13. Figure 11-13 Service portlet 501601 Rev. 07-01-19 11-14...
Page 161 Configuring the Physical Library From the Change Configuration section of the Service portlet, select Hardware Configuration. The Hardware Configuration page opens as shown in Figure 11-14. Figure 11-14 Hardware Configuration Close the XLS Tape Library door(s), but do not lock them. From the Robot section, select Position Robot, which homes all axes and positions the gripper to an easily accessible location.
Page 162 11.3 Calibrating an Expansion Pod Equipped Library 11.3.2 For Right Side Expansion Pods Insert the Gripper Alignment Cartridge into slot 30 - column A (A-30) of the right side expansion pod. Make sure the tool is fully inserted and seated in the slot. Move the gripper assembly over until it is positioned under the Gripper Alignment Cartridge.
Page 163 Configuring the Physical Library Record the measured TPOS (Theta position) (yaw) and XPOS (X Position) for each column, A and B values in Table 11-1. Right Side A Right Side B Theta (yaw) Theta (yaw) Average Theta Average Theta Average X Average X (yaw) (yaw)
Page 164 11.3 Calibrating an Expansion Pod Equipped Library Record the numbers for XPOS (X position) and TPOS (Theta position) (yaw) for the left column, A and B values in Table 11-2. Left Side A Left Side B Theta (yaw) Theta (yaw) Average Theta Average Theta Average X...
Page 165 Configuring the Physical Library Move the X-beam by hand until the gripper assembly is just under the gripper alignment cartridge. Note: Make sure the gripper alignment cartridge is aligned with the gripper assembly guide rod. Please verify this alignment using a flashlight. You may need to adjust the gripper alignment cartridge up and down to insure that it is properly seated with the front and back of the gripper assembly and the cartridge slot.
Page 166 11.3 Calibrating an Expansion Pod Equipped Library 11.3.6 Hardware Configuration From the X-link home page, select ServiceView to display the Service portlet as shown in Figure 11-16. Figure 11-16 Service portlet 501601 Rev. 07-01-19 11-20...
Page 167 Configuring the Physical Library From the Change Configuration section of the Service portlet, select Hardware Configuration. The Hardware Configuration page opens as shown in Figure 11-17. Figure 11-17 Hardware Configuration Under the Carousels/Pods section, select Pod2 from the appropriate drop-down list.
Page 168 11.3 Calibrating an Expansion Pod Equipped Library Repeat steps 3 through 5, if a second expansion POD is installed. If required, input new back wall Theta value under the Robot Configuration section. If required, input new front wall Theta value under the Robot Configuration section.
Page 169: Verifying The Hardware Configuration
11.4 Verifying the Hardware Configuration When it manufactures the XLS to your specifications, Qualstar creates a unique hardware database describing the configuration of the library. For example, the database might indicate that Bays A–D, contain drive bays, while Bays E–H contain cartridge bays.
Page 170 11.4 Verifying the Hardware Configuration Figure 11-20 Hardware Configuration page In the Bays section of the page, review the information displayed for each bay position. Make sure that the cartridge and drive bays are shown in their correct positions. In the Doors section of the page, review the information displayed for the left and right doors.
Page 171: Entering Configuration Information
Configuring the Physical Library In the Carousels section of the page, make sure that the correct information is displayed for any attached MEMs. Important: Section 11.2 on page 11-5 provides instructions for obtaining the values for Theta and X. If you changed the hardware configuration during installation or if the information in the file is incorrect for any other reason, enter the correct information.
Page 172 11.5 Entering Configuration Information Select Administrator View or Show All to display the Configuration portlet, shown in Figure 11-21. Figure 11-21 Configuration portlet Table 11-3 lists the fields on the Configuration portlet. Field Description IP Address The IP address for the XLS library Hostname The host name for the XLS library Table 11-3 Fields on the Configuration portlet...
Page 173 Configuring the Physical Library Select View/Edit Network Configuration. The View/Edit Network Configuration page opens, as shown in Figure 11-22. Figure 11-22 View/Edit Network Configuration page If you want to change the name for the physical library, enter a new name in the Library Hostname field.
Page 174 11.5 Entering Configuration Information 11.5.3 Entering Contact Information This section describes how to view and edit contact information for the physical library. The primary and secondary contacts are typically responsible for the department or division that manages the XLS library. Important: The information listed for the Primary and Secondary Contact Information fields is for display purposes only.
Page 175 Configuring the Physical Library 11.5.4 Entering Administrator Information This section describes how to view and edit administrator information for the physical library. The physical library administrator is the person who has permission to perform administrative tasks on the entire XLS library. Important: The information listed for the Physical Library Administrator fields is for display purposes only.
Page 176 11.5 Entering Configuration Information Changing the Administrator Password When the library is shipped, the default user ID is admin. This user has permission to perform all tasks. CAUTION To prevent unauthorized users from logging into the XLS, you must change the password for the default user, as described in this section. To change the administrator password, follow these steps: If necessary, press the Home button in the upper right corner of any page to return to the Home page.
Page 177 Configuring the Physical Library Select Change Password. The Change User Password page opens, as shown in Figure 11-26. Figure 11-26 Change User Password page Enter and re-enter the new password. Passwords: – Are case sensitive – Must contain between 6 and 32 characters –...
Page 178 11.5 Entering Configuration Information 11.5.5 Editing the Target IDs Important: Before changing the default target IDs, review any requirements for the software application. Figure 11-27 shows the factory-default target IDs for the HBA ports and the tape drives. ID 4 ID 3 ID 2 ID 1...
Page 179 Configuring the Physical Library Select Administrator View or Show All to display the Configuration portlet, shown in Figure 11-28. Figure 11-28 Configuration portlet Select View/Edit HBA Target ID. The View/Edit HBA Target ID page opens, as shown in Figure 11-29. Figure 11-29 View/Edit HBA Target ID page In the Host Bus Adapter drop-down list, select the HBA port you want to change the target ID for.
Page 180 11.5 Entering Configuration Information up to eight HBA port numbers may be displayed. Figure 11-30 shows how these numbers correspond to the ports’ physical locations in the system controller. HBA A HBA B HBA C HBA D Figure 11-30 HBA port numbers (view from the back of the library) In the Target Id drop-down list, select a new target ID for the HBA port.
Page 181 Configuring the Physical Library Select View/Edit Tape Drive Target ID. The View/Edit Tape Drive Target ID page opens, as shown in Figure 11-31. Figure 11-31 View/Edit Tape Drive Target ID page Enter the location of the tape drive, as follows: From the Base Unit drop-down list, select the LRM that contains the tape drive you want to edit the target ID for.
Page 182: Defining Other Library Settings And Policies
11.6 Defining Other Library Settings and Policies 11.6 Defining Other Library Settings and Policies After logging in and entering basic configuration information, you can create one or more logical libraries and complete the installation process. However, you may want to define additional physical library settings now, before defining the logical libraries.
Page 183 Configuring the Physical Library 11.6.2 Viewing and Editing E-Mail Settings This section describes how to view and edit e-mail settings for the physical library. The XLS uses these settings to determine whether to send e-mail alerts to designated users when certain events occur. Important: After configuring the physical library to send e-mail and pager alerts, follow these steps to ensure that individual users can...
Page 184 The port used by the mail server to send e-mail The name that is to appear as the sender of the e-mail alerts (for Sender Name example, Qualstar XLS Library) The e-mail address to which e-mail recipients can respond (for Sender E-mail Address example, XLS-Administrator@yourcompany.com)
Page 185 Configuring the Physical Library 11.6.3 Viewing and Editing SNMP Settings This section describes how to view and edit the Simple Network Management Protocol (SNMP) settings for the physical library. Data from the SNMP agents, contained in a Management Information Base (MIB), helps in managing the network by showing whether all devices are operating properly.
Page 186 11.6 Defining Other Library Settings and Policies Events are deleted in first-in first-out (FIFO) sequence; that is, the oldest events are deleted first. To view or edit event log settings, follow these steps: Access the Settings & Policies portlet as described in Section 11.6.1 on page 11-36.
Page 187 Configuring the Physical Library Select View/Edit Policies. The View/Edit Policies page opens, as shown in Figure 11-36 on page 11-41. Figure 11-36 View/Edit Policies page In the Days until Air Filter Check field, specify how often you want the library to send reminders to check the air filters.
Page 188 11.6 Defining Other Library Settings and Policies From the Event Severity to Page drop-down list, select a severity level. The XLS sends pager alerts to specified recipients when events of this severity level or above occur. Press Save Changes to save the information. 501601 Rev.
Page 189: Setting Up Logical Libraries
Setting Up Logical Libraries This chapter describes how to create logical libraries and how to print an inventory report for each logical library so you can install the cartridges in the correct locations. 12.1 About Physical and Logical Libraries The physical library consists of the entire XLS system, including the LRM, any attached MEMs, all tape drives, all cartridges slots, all I/O ports, the medium changer interface, the robotics, and all HBAs in the system controller’s expansion slots.
Page 190 12.1 About Physical and Logical Libraries • Logical Libraries 1 and 3 have been assigned one and three I/O ports, respectively; Logical Library 2 does not have an assigned I/O port. Important: The 10 slots in a single I/O port cannot be shared among logical libraries.
Page 191: Creating A New Logical Library
Setting Up Logical Libraries Creating More Complex Configurations Figure 12-1 on page 12-2 depicts a typical and relatively simple XLS configuration—one in which three host computers, each running a single backup application, are connected to three HBA ports on the XLS. In the example, each host controls one logical library, which is a subset of the library’s total available tape drives, cartridge slots, and I/O ports.
Page 192 12.2 Creating a New Logical Library Select Logical Library View or Show All to display the Logical Libraries portlet, shown in Figure 12-2. This portlet provides summary information about all defined logical libraries. Figure 12-2 Logical Libraries portlet 12.2.2 Planning New Logical Libraries When you create a new logical library, you specify the following information, as described in this chapter: A unique name for the logical library.
Page 193 Setting Up Logical Libraries Information about the logical library’s administrator and primary and secondary contacts After creating the logical library, you can generate an inventory report to learn which cartridge slots and I/O ports have been assigned to the logical library. You will use this report to install the cartridges in the correct locations.
Page 194 12.2 Creating a New Logical Library 12.2.3 Completing the Create Logical Library Wizard To complete the wizard, follow these steps: Access the Logical Libraries portlet as described in Section 12.2.1 on page 12-3. At the bottom of the logical libraries table, review how many XLS resources are unassigned (cartridge slots, tape drives, and I/O ports).
Page 195 Setting Up Logical Libraries Enter basic specifications for the library, as follows: In the Name field, enter a unique name for the new logical library. The name can contain 5 to 32 letters and numbers. It cannot contain blanks. In the XLS-8000 Mode field, indicate whether you want the medium changer interface for this logical library to operate in XLS-8000 mode.
Page 196 12.2 Creating a New Logical Library In the Port Id drop-down list, select the HBA port for this logical library (that is, specify which HBA port on the back of the library the host computer will be connected to). Depending on how many HBAs are installed in the library, port IDs can range from 1 to 8, as shown in Figure 12-4.
Page 197 Setting Up Logical Libraries Section 8.1.3, “Recording Tape Drive Locations,” on page 8-10 more information. • To add a tape drive location (tape drive or empty slot), select the check box next to the location. • To remove a tape drive location (tape drive or empty slot), clear the check box next to the location.
Page 198 12.2 Creating a New Logical Library When you press Next Step, the third Create Logical Library page opens, as shown in Figure 12-6. Figure 12-6 Create Logical Library page (step 3 of 3) Enter information for the primary contact and, optionally, a secondary contact for this logical library.
Page 199: Viewing The Inventory Report
Setting Up Logical Libraries 12.3 Viewing the Inventory Report In order to install cartridges into a logical library (see Chapter 13, “Loading Cartridges”), you need to know which cartridge slots were assigned to the logical library when it was created. To view a report showing which slots are assigned to a logical library, follow these steps: Access the Logical Libraries portlet as described in Section 12.2.1 on page...
Page 200 12.3 Viewing the Inventory Report – To scroll through the report, use the scroll bar on your browser or by selecting the page links ([First/Prev], 1, 2, 3,..., [Next/Last]) if there are more than fivehundred elements shown. – To sort the rows in ascending or descending order, press the underlined heading of the column you want to sort by.
Page 201 Setting Up Logical Libraries Field Description A letter identifying which row the element is located in. Refer to Appendix A, “Library Addresses,” for more information. Whether or not a cartridge is present in the element, as follows: 4 = The element contains a cartridge Media Present 5 = The element is empty Bar Code...
Page 202 12.3 Viewing the Inventory Report Notes: 501601 Rev. 07-01-19 12-14...
Page 203: Loading Cartridges
Loading Cartridges This chapter provides instructions for the following tasks related to loading cartridges into the XLS: • Installing cartridges in the reserved slots. See Section 13.1 • Precautions for handling cartridges (see Section 13.2 on page 13-3) • Preparing cartridges (see Section 13.3 on page 13-4) •...
Page 204 13.1 Installing Cartridges in the Reserved Slots Make sure you have the following: Required tools and equipment: • The calibration cartridge that was shipped in the XLS accessory kit. See Figure 13-1. Figure 13-1 XLS calibration cartridge • Four cleaning cartridges. These will be used whenever tape drive cleaning is requested from X-Link.
Page 205: Precautions For Handling Cartridges
Loading Cartridges Insert the calibration cartridge in the uppermost reserved slot (G50 or A50 in XLS-8161100 models). Calibration cartridge slot (G50 or A50) Cleaning cartridge slots (G46-G49 or A46-A49) Figure 13-2 Installing the calibration cartridge Important: To ensure that the tape drive positions are calibrated correctly, you must install the calibration cartridge into slot G50 or A50 in XLS-8161100 models.
Page 206: Preparing Cartridges
• Do not expose the cartridge to moisture or direct sunlight. • If a cartridge has been dropped, do not load it into a tape drive until it has been inspected for damage. See Qualstar Product Information Note #041, “LTO Tape Cartridge Inspection.”...
Page 207: Installing Cartridges In Cartridge Slots
Loading Cartridges Carefully affix a barcode label to each cartridge, as shown in Figure 13-3. Write-protect switch (shown unlocked) Figure 13-3 Barcode label location Confirm that the labels are on straight and within the recessed area on the cartridge. Check the write-protect switches to confirm they are set appropriately. 13.4 Installing Cartridges in Cartridge Slots This section provides instructions for installing cartridges into the cartridge slots.
Page 208 13.4 Installing Cartridges in Cartridge Slots • MEM. The carousel of the XLS-89000 MEM include storage slots for 1,075 cartridges while the XLS-85000 has 535 cartridge slots. Important: The bottom three rows of storage slots on MEM’s are manually inaccessible and tape cartridges must be loaded using the robotic handler and the Move Media option of an attached LRM.
Page 209: Scanning The Fiducials And Inventory
Section 14.3 on page 14-6) Important: Fiducial scans should NOT be performed without guidance from Qualstar Technical Support. 14.1 Before You Begin Before scanning and calibrating the fiducials and cartridge inventory, follow these steps: Open all doors on the XLS.
Page 210: Scanning And Calibrating The Fiducials
14.2 Scanning and Calibrating the Fiducials 14.2 Scanning and Calibrating the Fiducials Important: A fiducial scan is only required if performing an upgrade to the library. Upgrades include the addition of drive bays, door slots, I/O Ports, and/or expansion modules (MEM or POD) to the library. Installation of single LRM units do not require a Fiducial scan.
Page 211 Save Changes. If the password is not known or after entering the password it does not allow the Hardware Configuration page to open please contact Qualstar Technical Support for assistance. Figure 14-3 Enter Service Password XLS Library Installation Manual...
Page 212 14.2 Scanning and Calibrating the Fiducials Figure 14-4 Hardware Configuration page If Logical Mode is displayed at the top of the page, select Go to Physical Mode from the Misc section to put the XLS into physical mode. From the Fiducials section of the page, select Home Robot to home the robot on all axes.
Page 213 Scanning the Fiducials and Inventory When the I/O port scan has completed, select All Slots from the Fiducials section of the page. Then, wait while the handler moves to and scans the fiducials on all magazine slots (except the ones in the I/O ports). Important: Depending on the number of magazines in your library, scanning all slots can take several hours.
Page 214: Scanning The Inventory And Locking The Doors
14.3 Scanning the Inventory and Locking the Doors Refer to Section 14.3 on page 14-6 for instructions for scanning the inventory and locking the doors. 14.3 Scanning the Inventory and Locking the Doors After scanning the fiducials, you can scan the barcode labels on any cartridges installed in the slots to establish the library’s inventory.
Page 215 Scanning the Fiducials and Inventory Refer to Section 12.3, “Viewing the Inventory Report,” on page 12-11 generate a new report of cartridges for each logical library. You can compare this report to the previous one to confirm that the cartridges were installed correctly. XLS Library Installation Manual 14-7...
Page 216 14.3 Scanning the Inventory and Locking the Doors Notes: 501601 Rev. 07-01-19 14-8...
Page 217: Testing The Installation
Testing the Installation This chapter provides instructions for the following tasks: • Putting the XLS in logical mode. See Section 15.1. • Bringing the logical libraries online and starting the software applications. See Section 15.2 on page 15-2. • Ensuring that the installation was successful and that all XLS components and tape drives are working and communicating correctly.
Page 218: Bringing A Logical Library Online
15.2 Bringing a Logical Library Online Select Logical Library View or Show All to display the Logical Libraries portlet. Select Logical Mode from the physical library section of the Logical Library portlet. The Put into Logical Mode confirmation page opens, as shown in Figure 15-1.
Page 219: Starting The Application
Testing the Installation Select the radio button to the left of the logical library name, then select Online Logical Library from the Administration and Configuration list. In the Status column of the logical libraries table, select Offline. (This automatically selects the radio button for the logical library.) The Bring Library Online page opens, as shown in Figure 15-2.
Page 220: Troubleshooting Installation Problems
If you are using a SCSI HBA and tape drives, you may need to Host computer: restart the host computer in order to recognize the XLS and the tape drives. If the error persists, contact Qualstar Technical Support for assistance. 501601 Rev. 07-01-19 15-4...
Page 221: Downloading The Library Configuration
Testing the Installation 15.5 Downloading the Library Configuration Once the physical and logical libraries have been configured and are running correctly, copy the configuration file, which is stored on the XLS’s system controller, to the network or to a standalone computer. You will need this file if the system controller fails or if you want to return to your initial configuration.
Page 222 15.5 Downloading the Library Configuration From the Configuration portlet, select Download Configuration. The Download Configuration page opens, as shown in Figure 15-4, indicating that zipped configuration files are ready to be downloaded. Figure 15-4 Download Configuration page Press Download Now. A File Download window similar to the one shown in Figure 15-5 opens, allowing you to save or open the configuration file xlsconfiguration.zip.
Page 223 Testing the Installation Press Save. A window similar to the one in Figure 15-6 opens, allowing you to specify a destination for the zipped configuration file. Figure 15-6 Example of a Save As window Specify a destination folder for the configuration file and press Save. When you have successfully downloaded the zipped configuration file, press Done to return to the Home page.
Page 224 15.5 Downloading the Library Configuration Notes: 501601 Rev. 07-01-19 15-8...
Page 225: Appendix A Library Addresses
Appendix A Library Addresses This appendix lists physical addresses for every possible cartridge slot or tape drive location in the XLS-8161100, XLS-832700, XLS-820500, or XLS-812300. You may need to know the library’s physical addresses when you install the tape drives and cartridges and when you perform various operations on the physical library.
Page 226 Model For physical addresses of... Refer to... Figure A-17 on page A-18 The cartridge slots on the carousel MEMs Figure A-18 on page A-19 (XLS-832700 and XLS-820500) Table A-1 Physical addresses for the XLS (continued) 501601 Rev. 07-01-19...
Page 227: Addresses For The Xls-8161100
Library Addresses Addresses for the XLS-8161100 Figure A-1 shows the physical addresses for the rear wall, carousels and the optional door slots of the XLS-8161100. The figure shows four cartridge bays installed in positions B01–G01 to B20–G20. While this is technically an invalid configuration (the XLS must include at least one drive bay), refer to this figure to learn the fixed address of each potential cartridge position.
Page 228 A.1 Addresses for the XLS-8161100 Figure A-2 shows the physical addresses for the carousels of the XLS-8161100 and a detailed view of four drive bays installed (that is, no cartridge bays are installed). This figure shows the fixed address for each tape drive position as viewed from the front. E26 through E60 F26 through F60 E26 through E60...
Page 229 Library Addresses Figure A-3 shows the physical addresses of the tape drives in the XLS-8161100, as viewed from the back. Figure A-3 Physical addresses for the tape drives in the XLS-8161100, as viewed from the back XLS Library Installation Manual...
Page 230: Addresses For The Xls-832700
A.2 Addresses for the XLS-832700 Addresses for the XLS-832700 Figure A-4 shows the physical addresses for the rear wall of the XLS-832700 and for the optional door slots. The figure shows eight cartridge bays installed in positions B01–G01 to B40–G40. While this is technically an invalid configuration (the XLS must include at least one drive bay), refer to this figure to learn the fixed address of each potential cartridge position on the rear wall.
Page 231 Library Addresses Figure A-5 shows the physical addresses for the rear wall of the XLS-832700, assuming that eight drive bays are installed (that is, no cartridge bays are installed). This figure shows the fixed address for each tape drive position as viewed from the front. Rear Wall Slots Left Door Slots Right Door Slots...
Page 232 A.2 Addresses for the XLS-832700 Figure A-6 shows the physical addresses of the tape drives in the XLS-832700, as viewed from the back. Figure A-6 Physical addresses for the tape drives in the XLS-832700, as viewed from the back 501601 Rev. 07-01-19...
Page 233: Addresses For The Xls-820500
Library Addresses Addresses for the XLS-820500 Figure A-7 shows the physical addresses for the rear wall of the XLS-820500 and for the optional door slots. The figure shows five cartridge bays installed in positions B01–G01 to B25–G25. While this is technically an invalid configuration (the XLS must include at least one drive bay), refer to this figure to learn the fixed address of each potential cartridge position on the rear wall.
Page 234 A.3 Addresses for the XLS-820500 Figure A-8 shows the physical addresses for the rear wall of the XLS-820500, assuming that five drive bays are installed (that is, no cartridge bays are installed). This figure shows the fixed address for each tape drive position as viewed from the front. Rear Wall Slots Right Door Slots (optional)
Page 235 Library Addresses Figure A-9 shows the physical addresses of the tape drives in the XLS-820500, as viewed from the back. Figure A-9 Physical addresses for the tape drives in the XLS-820500, as viewed from the back XLS Library Installation Manual A-11...
Page 236: Addresses For The Xls-812300
A.4 Addresses for the XLS-812300 Addresses for the XLS-812300 Figure A-10 shows the physical addresses for the rear wall of the XLS-812300. The figure shows no drive bays and additional cartridge bays cannot be installed in their place. While this is technically an invalid configuration (the XLS must include at least one drive bay), refer to this figure to learn the fixed address of each potential cartridge position on the rear wall.
Page 237 Library Addresses Figure A-11 shows the physical addresses for the rear wall of the XLS-812300, assuming that all three drive bays are installed. This figure shows the fixed address for each tape drive position as viewed from the front. Rear Wall Slots Calibration Cartridge Slot (1) Cleaning Cartridge...
Page 238 A.4 Addresses for the XLS-812300 Figure A-12 shows the physical addresses of all possible tape drives in the XLS-812300, as viewed from the back. Figure A-12 Physical addresses for the tape drives in the XLS-812300, as viewed from the back 501601 Rev.
Page 239 Library Addresses Figure A-13 shows the physical addresses for the cartridge slots in an XLS-812300 expansion pod. Important: The XLS keeps track of whether the expansion pod is to the left or the right of the base unit. For this reason, left and right expansion pods use the same physical addresses.
Page 240: Addresses For Doors, I/O Ports, And Fixed Port Slots
A.5 Addresses for Doors, I/O Ports, and Fixed Port Slots Addresses for Doors, I/O Ports, and Fixed Port Slots Figure A-14 shows the physical addresses for the left and right door slots, if installed. In this figure, the columns are labeled from left to right as if the door(s) were open. Left door slots are available for the XLS-832700 and XLS-8161100 only.
Page 241 Library Addresses Figure A-15 shows the physical addresses for all possible I/O port slots. The XLS-812300 can have two I/O ports in the upper left and upper right positions only. Upper Upper Left Right Lower Lower Left Right Figure A-15 Physical addresses for the I/O port slots, if installed (view from the front) Figure A-16 shows the physical addresses for the 40 fixed port slots.
Page 242 A.6 Addresses for the Media Expansion Modules (MEMs) Addresses for the Media Expansion Modules (MEMs) Figure A-17 Figure A-18 on page A-19 show the physical addresses for the cartridge slots on the carousel in the Media Expansion Modules (MEMs). The five slots A46–A50 are reserved for pass through.
Page 243 Library Addresses E01 through E60 F01 through F60 D01 through D60 G01 through G60 C01 through C60 H01 through H60 Reserved slots (A46-A50) Figure A-18 Physical addresses for the slots in an XLS-85000 Media Expansion Module XLS Library Installation Manual A-19...
Page 244 A.6 Addresses for the Media Expansion Modules (MEMs) Notes: 501601 Rev. 07-01-19 A-20...
Page 245 Glossary A notification sent to specified users when an event occurs in the library. alert The device on the library’s robotic handler that scans and reads barcode barcode reader labels on the cartridges. A special cartridge containing a triangular target (fiducial) that is inserted calibration into each tape drive during the calibration process.
Page 246 Glossary A local area networking technology. Ethernet can transport any of several Ethernet upper layer protocols, the most popular of which is TCP/IP. A change of condition to a library component or a change of state that can event be recorded in the event log. When an event occurs, an e-mail or pager alert can be sent to specified users.
Page 247 Glossary The main library module that contains the system controller, touch screen, Library Resource status LEDs, power/PC bay, handler, tape drives, I/O ports, cartridge slots, Module (LRM) and optional equipment rack. See Inventory Sentry. light curtain One of up to eight partitions of the physical library. Logical libraries logical library ensure that each software application has dedicated and secure access to specific tape drives, cartridge slots, and I/O ports.
Page 248 Glossary One of the following sections on the Home page: Configuration, Events, portlet Logical Libraries, Physical Library, Settings & Policies, Users & Groups, and Service. The portlets on the Home page can be rearranged or closed to suit the needs of each user. The library assembly that contains the system controller, two cooling fans, power/PC bay the power supplies, the battery module, the AC power switch, and the AC...
Page 249 Index Fibre Channel calibration 11-2 10/100 BaseT Ethernet network 1-13 defined 8U equipment rack calibration cartridge installing hardware GL-1 defined 13-1 installing A-12 location 10-11 Activity LED 1-13 when used addresses carousel 12-11 logical library A-15 A-18 A-19 addresses physical library GL-1 defined administrator...
Page 250 Index 11-28 GL-2 physical library defined cover 11-4 IP address blank drive event 12-3 GL-2 Create Logical Library wizard defined 12-12 11-39 CSV, exporting data to deleting event log 11-39 settings 11-41 Event Severity to Email field data cartridges 11-42 Event Severity to Page field See also cartridges default...
Page 251 Index components and features GL-3 defined I/O port A-17 addresses described 12-8 10-10 assigning to logical library LEDs light GL-2 1-18 defined curtain 1-15 GL-3 described defined A-16 10-11 physical addresses Link LED logging out 12-8 11-40 for HBA ports policy for idle users logical library administrator 11-34...
Page 252 Index 11-3 1-28 Netscape Qualstar, contacting 10-10 Network Activity LED 11-26 network information rear wall slots A-12 physical addresses relative humidity online operations 13-4 cartridges 15-1 logical library reserved cartridge slots 15-3 software application A-12 addresses 13-1 installing cartridges 10-10...
Page 253 Index A-10 A-11 addresses A-13 A-14 1-12 X-axis 12-8 assigning to logical library X-axis hard stop GL-4 defined X-Link 1-14 1-11 described described XLS-812300 drive filler assembly 1-14 1-17 cartridge slot locations guidelines for installation A-12 physical addresses 8-12 installing XLS-820500 11-34 target IDs...
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1 About this Manual

2 Preparing for Installation

3 Unpacking the XLS

4 Installing the LRM

5 Installing a MEM

6 Installing an Expansion Pod

7 Installing an Equipment Rack

8 Installing the Tape Drive Assemblies

9 Connecting the XLS

10 Applying Power and Logging into X-Link

11 Configuring the Physical Library

12 Setting up Logical Libraries

13 Loading Cartridges

14 Scanning the Fiducials and Inventory

15 Testing the Installation

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