Configure The Library: Finish The New Configuration; Run A Self-Test - StorageTek SL150 Manual

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Run a Self-Test

After the restart completes, the Home screen appears on the touch screen. Library
5.
Health displays in the status bar at the top of the screen. If the library is not
Operational, perform the troubleshooting procedures listed in
Library"

Configure the Library: Finish the New Configuration

At this point, the newly installed tape library should be operational. But to finish the
configuration and fully integrate the equipment into your environment, you may need
to carry out the following, additional tasks:
Upgrade library or drive firmware (see
page 4-7).
Add any additional users that you require (see
page 5-1).
Set up system monitoring, if required (see
Management Protocol (SNMP)"
Configure system notifications, if required (see
page 7-5).
Load cartridge magazines (see
Run a Self-Test
A self-test can be helpful for troubleshooting. Before placing a newly installed or
reconfigured library into production, you should run a full self test.
Before running a self-test, verify the following:
1.
From the remote interface, select Library in the left menu.
2.
From the Library drop-down
3.
Select a test type:
4.
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Do not manually remove a cartridge magazine while the
Caution:
library is performing the restart. Only perform a manual cartridge
magazine removal when the library is operational and offline.
on page 9-1 before proceeding.
There is at least one diagnostic tape ("DG" label) in the mailslot or reserved
system slot. The diagnostic tape should be compatible with at least one
unoccupied drive.
The mailslot is closed and all magazines are securely latched.
At least one of the four slots in the standard mailslot is empty.
At least one slot in the library is empty.
Basic Self Test — a quick (6 move) test used to verify basic library function to
test robot access to the corner locations of the library.
Full Self Test — a thorough test that moves a tape to every slot and to every
unoccupied drive compatible with the chosen diagnostic tape. A full test can
take significant time depending on the number of modules in the library, so
plan accordingly.
"Update Library and Drive Firmware"
"Add a User and Assign a Role"
"Configure Simple Network
on page 7-2).
"Configure Email Notifications"
"Importing and Exporting Cartridges"
, select Run Self Test.
"Servicing the
on
on
on
on page 6-1).

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