Normal Operations; Remote Management Unit - ADIC Scalar 24 Installation And Operation Manual

Normal Operations

Once your Scalar 24 and your choice of application software are installed and configured, you can
automatically perform backup and restore operations through the application software. You do not
need to intervene unless you need to replace cartridges.
Always follow these general operating guidelines:
• Use only the recommended types of media cartridges.
• Clean the drive whenever the
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Remote Management Unit

The RMU allows remote access via a Web browser to the library. Microsoft Internet Explorer version
5.0 and above, as well as Netscape Navigator versions 4.01 for Unix only, and 4.7X for all
environments are supported by the RMU. All available functions, as described below, are
accomplished without the need of a dedicated server (or separate software).
The RMU performs the following functions:
• Allows the user to quickly access the status of the system, including library and drive
conditions, firmware levels, and other useful information.
• Provides remote operation of all library Operator Panel (LCD) functions via the Web
browser.
• Updates firmware in the RMU, the drives, and the library's controller.
• Supports Simple Network Management Protocol (SNMP) version 1.0 and acts as an
SNMP-server, generating SNMP traps and responding to SNMP requests.
• Supports ADIC Library Management Information Base (MIB) version 2.0.
• Acquires Tape Alert 3.0 information from the library for the library and drives over the serial
interface port and sends that information to an SNMP server.
• Detects a power loss and generates an SNMP trap for notification.
• Allows for the library command and RMU support and error logs.
• Allows an administrator to make configuration changes such as network, users, and date/
time changes.
• Provides online access to Scalar 24 documentation.
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