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Page 12: Table Of Contents
Tape Drive Back Panels Power Supply Back Panel Element Numbering Encryption Tape Cartridges Using and Maintaining Tape Cartridges Labeling Tape Cartridges Write Protecting Tape Cartridges Read and Write Compatibility Integration With a BlackPearl System SPECTRA STACK LIBRARY JANUARY 2023 USER GUIDE...
Page 13 Setting the Date and Time Format Setting the Date and Time Enabling SNTP (Simple Network Time Protocol) Synchronization68 Configuring Media Barcode Compatibility Checking Modify Barcode Label Checksum Type Add a License Key Configuring the Library Network Settings SPECTRA STACK LIBRARY JANUARY 2023 USER GUIDE...
Page 14 Chapter 3 - Configuring and Using Encryption Configuring Encryption Key Management Configuring KMIP Configure Encryption Standard Log Into Encryption Standard Set or Change the Encryption Password Enable Encryption Standard in a Partition Exporting and Protecting Encryption Keys SPECTRA STACK LIBRARY JANUARY 2023 USER GUIDE...
Page 15 Viewing Library and Module Status Using Inventory Lists Filtering by Barcode Label Listing Just Drives or Cartridges Viewing Elements by Group Using the Cartridge Inventory Graphical View Using Partition Map Graphical View Using Partition Map Configuration Status SPECTRA STACK LIBRARY JANUARY 2023 USER GUIDE...
Page 16 Viewing Drive Status Viewing Network Status Viewing Encryption Status Chapter 6 - Configuring and Using Media Lifecycle Management BlueVision Media Lifecycle Management Spectra Certified MLM-Enabled Media Media Tracking and Reporting Additional MLM Features MLM Usage Guidelines Using MLM Reporting Generate MLM Reports...
Page 17 Detection Problems after Installing a SAS Drive Operation Problems Power Problems Failure/Attention Indications Displayed on the Operator Control Panel Tape Movement Problems Media Problems Attention LED is Lit Inventory Problems RMI Network Connection Issues SPECTRA STACK LIBRARY JANUARY 2023 USER GUIDE...
Page 18 Chapter 9 - Event Codes Error Events Warning Events Configuration Change Events Informational Events Chapter 10 - Technical Support Accessing the Technical Support Portal Create an Account Log Into the Portal Opening a Support Ticket Returns SPECTRA STACK LIBRARY JANUARY 2023 USER GUIDE...
Page 19 Electrostatic discharge Preventing Electrostatic Damage Grounding Methods Power Consumption and Cooling Requirements LTO Tape Drive Specifications Appendix B - Regulatory Information Recycling and disposal CE mark CCL Mark FCC (United States) Canadian verification SPECTRA STACK LIBRARY JANUARY 2023 USER GUIDE...
Page 20: About This Guide
This document provides information to configure, maintain, and troubleshoot the ® Spectra Stack Tape Library. The instructions are intended for the System Administrators and trained Users who need physical and functional knowledge of the Stack library. The main components are: •...
Page 21: General Warnings
IMPORTANT qui vous aident à terminer une procédure ou à éviter des étapes supplémentaires. Remarque: Lisez le texte marqué par «Remarque» pour obtenir des informations supplémentaires ou des suggestions sur le sujet actuel. SPECTRA STACK LIBRARY JANUARY 2023 USER GUIDE...
Page 22: General Product Warnings
Extend the rack's levelling jacks to the floor. Ensure that the full weight of the rack rests on the levelling jacks. Install stabilizing feet on the rack. Extend only one rack component at a time. SPECTRA STACK LIBRARY JANUARY 2023 USER GUIDE...
Page 23 Such personnel are referred to as users throughout this document. Do not insert any tools or any part of your body into openings of an operating library. SPECTRA STACK LIBRARY JANUARY 2023 USER GUIDE...
Page 24 Danger Risque de se coincer la main et de se coincer les mains ainsi que les doigts le tout pouvant entrainer de DANGER MÉCANIQUE graves blessures. Gardez les mains à l'écart pendant le fonctionnement. SPECTRA STACK LIBRARY JANUARY 2023 USER GUIDE...
Page 25: Acronyms And Abbreviations
Storage Area Network Serial Attached SCSI Simple Network Management Protocol SNMP Secure Shell Secure Socket Layer Unit Identification Universal Serial Bus Write Once, Read Many WORM World-Wide Node Name WWNN World-Wide Port Name WWPN SPECTRA STACK LIBRARY JANUARY 2023 USER GUIDE...
Page 26: Additional Publications
ABOUT THIS GUIDE DDITIONAL UBLICATIONS For additional information about the Spectra Stack Library and its drives, refer to the publications listed in this section. Spectra Stack Library This guide and the following documents related to the Spectra Stack Library are available as PDF files on the Spectra Logic website at: support.spectralogic.com/documentation.
Page 27: Bluevision User Interface Screens
NTERFACE CREENS The BlueVision interface changes as new features are added or other modifications are made between software revisions. Therefore, the screens on your library may differ from those shown in this document. SPECTRA STACK LIBRARY JANUARY 2023 USER GUIDE...
Page 28: Chapter 1 - Product Overview
Built with maximum flexibility at its core, the Spectra Stack tape library meets your backup, archive, and perpetual storage requirements. Designed to be easily installed, expanded, and managed, the Spectra Stack is rated at 100% duty cycle - meaning it is built to perform in a 24/7 environment.
Page 29: Supported Library Configurations
80 tape cartridges and up to six half-height LTO tape drives, up to three full-height LTO tape drives, or a combination of half-height and full-height drives. The Spectra Stack library is expandable, allowing a user to grow the tape storage capacity as data requirements increase. As data storage needs grow, the Spectra Stack library can also grow by adding one or more 6U expansion module(s).
Page 30 Supported Library Configurations 3 Module Library • Controller Module • 2 Expansion Modules 4 Module Library • Controller Module • 3 Expansion Modules 5 Module Library • Controller Module • 4 Expansion Modules SPECTRA STACK LIBRARY JANUARY 2023 USER GUIDE...
Page 31 CHAPTER 1 - PRODUCT OVERVIEW Module Quantity Supported Library Configurations 6 Module Library • Controller Module • 5 Expansion Modules 7 Module Library • Controller Module • 6 Expansion Modules SPECTRA STACK LIBRARY JANUARY 2023 USER GUIDE...
Page 32: Front Panel
CHAPTER 1 - PRODUCT OVERVIEW RONT ANEL This section describes the features accessible from the front panel of the library. Figure 3 The front view of the Spectra Stack library. Number Component Description Provides access to the magazine on the left side of the Left Magazine module.
Page 33 LEDs on the front and back of the controller module LED - Blue are controlled by a user through the OCP and RMI Maintenance > UID LED Control screen. These lights are helpful for locating the library in a data center. SPECTRA STACK LIBRARY JANUARY 2023 USER GUIDE...
Page 34: Rear Panel
CHAPTER 1 - PRODUCT OVERVIEW ANEL This section describes the features accessible from the rear panel of the library. Figure 4 The rear view of the Spectra Stack library. Number Component Description 1 (standard) or 2 (redundant) Power Supplies Provides cooling for the library module.
Page 35 Half-height drive bays shown. Full-height drives use Drive Bays the space of two half-height drive bays. When there is an expansion module below this Module Alignment module, the alignment mechanism is extended to lock Mechanism into the lower module. SPECTRA STACK LIBRARY JANUARY 2023 USER GUIDE...
Page 36: Tape Drive Back Panels
IBM LTO-5/6/7/8/9 Half-Height Single FC Port Drive Fibre Channel Port A Tape Drive Power LED - Green IBM LTO-5/6/7/8/9 Half-Height Dual FC Port Drive Fibre Channel Port A Fibre Channel Port B Tape Drive Power LED - Green SPECTRA STACK LIBRARY JANUARY 2023 USER GUIDE...
Page 37 CHAPTER 1 - PRODUCT OVERVIEW IBM LTO-9 Full-Height Dual FC Port Drive Fibre Channel Port A Fibre Channel Port B Tape Drive Power LED - Green SPECTRA STACK LIBRARY JANUARY 2023 USER GUIDE...
Page 38: Power Supply Back Panel
AC power is connected, but the library is powered White off. Power supply fault condition. This can occur if the Amber power supply fan fails, or if the temperature or electrical power output is outside of specification. Module powered on. Green SPECTRA STACK LIBRARY JANUARY 2023 USER GUIDE...
Page 39: Element Numbering
CHAPTER 1 - PRODUCT OVERVIEW LEMENT UMBERING The library generally displays the logical numbering of modules, storage slots, and drives, from the bottom of the library to the top. Figure 6 Example of library element numbering. SPECTRA STACK LIBRARY JANUARY 2023 USER GUIDE...
Page 40 CHAPTER 1 - PRODUCT OVERVIEW Number Type of Magazine Description Left magazine Right magazine with EE port disabled Right magazine with EE port enabled SPECTRA STACK LIBRARY JANUARY 2023 USER GUIDE...
Page 41: Encryption
To use KMIP key management, you need the associated license key and a server with KMIP software. The tape drives can read encrypted data from and write encrypted data to some earlier generation media. See Read and Write Compatibility on page 46. SPECTRA STACK LIBRARY JANUARY 2023 USER GUIDE...
Page 42: Tape Cartridges
Assuming a 2:1 compression ratio. The compressed capacity depends on the type of data. Assuming a 2.5:1 compression ratio. The compressed capacity depends on the type of data. SPECTRA STACK LIBRARY JANUARY 2023 USER GUIDE...
Page 43: Using And Maintaining Tape Cartridges
The library then provides the inventory information to the host application, OCP, and RMI. Having a barcode label on each tape cartridge enables the barcode reader to identify the cartridge quickly, thereby speeding up inventory time. SPECTRA STACK LIBRARY JANUARY 2023 USER GUIDE...
Page 44 LTO tape cartridges have a recessed area located on the face of the cartridge next to the write-protect switch. Use this area for attaching the adhesive-backed barcode label. Only apply labels as shown: SPECTRA STACK LIBRARY JANUARY 2023 USER GUIDE...
Page 45: Write Protecting Tape Cartridges
• Slide the switch to the right to write-protect the cartridge. An indicator, such as a red mark or small padlock, is visible showing that the cartridge is write-protected. Figure 8 Tape cartridge features. SPECTRA STACK LIBRARY JANUARY 2023 USER GUIDE...
Page 46: Read And Write Compatibility
ITH A LACK EARL YSTEM Spectra Stack libraries can be used with BlackPearl systems running BlackPearl OS 4.1.2, or later. For information on using a Stack library in a BlackPearl system, see the Spectra BlackPearl User Guide. SPECTRA STACK LIBRARY...
Page 47: Chapter 2 - Using The Bluevision Interface
When possible, it is recommended that the RMI be used as the primary library interface because the web interface provides access to additional features, such as configuring SNMP, IPv6, encryption, and partitions, includes online help, and is easier to use. SPECTRA STACK LIBRARY JANUARY 2023 USER GUIDE...
Page 48: Using The Operator Control Panel
Amber if an unrecoverable tape drive or library error occurs. A Error corresponding error message displays on the LCD screen. User intervention is required; the library is not capable of performing some operations. SPECTRA STACK LIBRARY JANUARY 2023 USER GUIDE...
Page 49: Using The Remote Management Interface
IMPORTANT details that might not be contained in this document. To access RMI help, click the ? icon on the right side of the RMI top banner. SPECTRA STACK LIBRARY JANUARY 2023 USER GUIDE...
Page 50: Library User Types
By default, the security password is set to security. You must change the IMPORTANT security password from the OCP before the account can be used from the RMI (see Configuring the Library on page 58). SPECTRA STACK LIBRARY JANUARY 2023 USER GUIDE...
Page 51: Logging Into The Library
The Login screen displays. Figure 9 The Login screen. 2. Using the drop-down menu, select the desired User. 3. If necessary, enter the Password for the user. 4. Click Login. SPECTRA STACK LIBRARY JANUARY 2023 USER GUIDE...
Page 52: Using The Library Main Screen
Right Pane Elements on page 56. • Center Pane - Provides access to operate and configure the library, and to view additional status information. See Center Pane Elements on page 56. Figure 10 Spectra Stack main screen. SPECTRA STACK LIBRARY JANUARY 2023 USER GUIDE...
Page 53: Top Banner Elements
The user account for this session. User Logs out of this session. Logout Accesses online help. When using RMI, you can search the online help for a specific term by pressing CTRL+F on the keyboard. SPECTRA STACK LIBRARY JANUARY 2023 USER GUIDE...
Page 54: Left Pane Elements
Library Information Parameter Meaning The controller module serial number. Serial # The library hostname. Hostname The internet protocol version (IPv4, IPv6, or both) and IP address. Network Configuration The current library firmware version. Firmware SPECTRA STACK LIBRARY JANUARY 2023 USER GUIDE...
Page 55 • Idle - A tape cartridge is in the drive but the drive is not performing an operation. • Empty - The drive is empty. • Encryp - The drive is configured to read and write encrypted data. SPECTRA STACK LIBRARY JANUARY 2023 USER GUIDE...
Page 56: Right Pane Elements
Security user only) Click to configure the library system, network, drives, EE ports, Configuration partitions, encryption, user accounts, and web management (Administrator or settings. See Configuring the Library on page 58. Security user only) SPECTRA STACK LIBRARY JANUARY 2023 USER GUIDE...
Page 57 Operating the Library on page 140. Security user only) Click to access cartridge inventory, status information, and Media Status Lifecycle Management (MLM). See Viewing Library Status on page 149 Configuring and Using Media Lifecycle Management on page 169. SPECTRA STACK LIBRARY JANUARY 2023 USER GUIDE...
Page 58: Chapter 3 - Configuring The Library
CHAPTER 3 - CONFIGURING THE LIBRARY 3 - C HAPTER ONFIGURING THE IBRARY This chapter contains instructions for configuring the Spectra Stack library. Before using this chapter, install the library using the Spectra Stack Library Quick Start Guide. Using the Initial Configuration Wizard...
Page 59 CHAPTER 3 - CONFIGURING THE LIBRARY Web Management Enabling SSL or SSH Security Certificates Session Timeout OCP/RMI Session Locking Restrict RMI Access SPECTRA STACK LIBRARY JANUARY 2023 USER GUIDE...
Page 60: Using The Initial Configuration Wizard
OCP, you can initiate the wizard from the RMI or use the OCP to complete the remaining configurations. For a detailed description of the Initial Configuration Wizard, see the Spectra Stack Library Quick Start Guide. SPECTRA STACK LIBRARY...
Page 61: Saving, Restoring, And Resetting The Library Configuration
Backup the MLM Database on page 184. The library configuration backup can be generated using the library operator control panel to save the file to a USB device, or using the RMI to download the backup file. SPECTRA STACK LIBRARY JANUARY 2023 USER GUIDE...
Page 62: Saving The Library Configuration
RMI. • USB Device — (OCP only) Downloads the configuration file to a USB device inserted into the USB port on the front or the back of the library. 6. Click Download. SPECTRA STACK LIBRARY JANUARY 2023 USER GUIDE...
Page 63: Verify The Configuration Backup File
1. Login to the library as a user with administrator privileges. 2. Navigate to the Configuration > System > Save/Restore Configuration screen. 3. If necessary, click Restore Configuration File to expand the section. SPECTRA STACK LIBRARY JANUARY 2023 USER GUIDE...
Page 64: Resetting To The Default Settings
2. Navigate to the Configuration > System > Save/Restore Configuration screen shown above. 3. If necessary, click Reset Default Settings to expand the section. 4. Click Reset Default Settings. For the detailed listing of the default settings, see Default Settings on page 269. SPECTRA STACK LIBRARY JANUARY 2023 USER GUIDE...
Page 65: Configuring The Date And Time Format
Configuration > System > Date and Time Format screen. Note: The library does not adjust its time for daylight savings; the time must be adjusted manually. Figure 15 The Date and Time Format screen. SPECTRA STACK LIBRARY JANUARY 2023 USER GUIDE...
Page 66: Setting The Time Zone
Figure 16 Select the time zone. 2. Expand the time zone list, as necessary, until a location with the appropriate time zone is visible. 3. Select a location with the appropriate time zone. 4. Click Submit. SPECTRA STACK LIBRARY JANUARY 2023 USER GUIDE...
Page 67: Setting The Date And Time Format
• YYYY-MM-DD - 2018-02-28 4. Click Submit. Setting the Date and Time 1. On the Date and Time Format screen, if necessary, click Set Date/Time to expand the section. Figure 18 Set the date and time. SPECTRA STACK LIBRARY JANUARY 2023 USER GUIDE...
Page 68: Enabling Sntp (Simple Network Time Protocol) Synchronization68
1. On the Date and Time Format screen, if necessary, click SNTP to expand the section. Figure 19 Enable SNTP. 2. Select the SNTP Enabled check box. 3. Enter the SNTP Server address. 4. Click Submit. SPECTRA STACK LIBRARY JANUARY 2023 USER GUIDE...
Page 69: Configuring Media Barcode Compatibility Checking
Barcode Media ID Restriction is enabled. On the Configuration > System > Media Barcode Compatibility Check screen, select or clear the Barcode Media ID Restriction and click Submit. Figure 20 The Media Barcode Compatibility Check screen. SPECTRA STACK LIBRARY JANUARY 2023 USER GUIDE...
Page 70: Modify Barcode Label Checksum Type
Figure 21 The Modify Barcode Label Type screen. From the drop-down menu, select whether the library uses Non-checksummed barcodes or Checksummed barcodes, and then click Submit. Changing the setting initiates an inventory scan which can take several minutes to complete. SPECTRA STACK LIBRARY JANUARY 2023 USER GUIDE...
Page 71: Add A License Key
3. Enter the license key. The license key needs to have a length of 15 characters. 4. Click Add License. Note: The button for deleting license key(s) is only available with the Service login. SPECTRA STACK LIBRARY JANUARY 2023 USER GUIDE...
Page 72: Configuring The Library Network Settings
Figure 23 The Configuration > Network screen. Note: It may be helpful to have your System Administrator assist you in configuring the network settings. 1. If desired, enter a new Host Name. 2. If desired, enter a Domain Name. SPECTRA STACK LIBRARY JANUARY 2023 USER GUIDE...
Page 73 Note: If you are using the RMI to access the Spectra Stack library and you have changed the IP address, you lose your connection to the user interface when you click Submit. To re-establish the connection, enter the new IP address in your browser and log in again.
Page 74: Reset The Internal Ip Range
2. If necessary, click Reset Internal IP Range (in case of conflict) to expand the section and then click Submit. The library reboots. When the library completes its initialization, the Internal and External IP Conflict Prevention screen displays on the OCP. Figure 24 The IP Conflict Prevention Screen. SPECTRA STACK LIBRARY JANUARY 2023 USER GUIDE...
Page 75 Note: If none of the three pre-entered address ranges is suitable for use in your network, contact Spectra Logic Technical Support. Figure 25 Select an IP address range using the drop-down menu. 4. Click Set and Proceed. The library reboots and displays the login screen (see Figure 9 on...
Page 76: Configuring Snmp
(Simple Network Management Protocol), which allows applications to monitor the library. The library supports both SNMP configuration and SNMP traps. Figure 26 The SNMP screen. 1. Select the SNMP Enabled check box to enable SNMP. When selected, the configuration entry fields become accessible. SPECTRA STACK LIBRARY JANUARY 2023 USER GUIDE...
Page 77 The SNMP version supported by the SNMP target. Version The SNMP community string for the target. Community c. Click Submit. To delete an SNMP target: a. Click Delete next to the target to be deleted. b. Click Submit. SPECTRA STACK LIBRARY JANUARY 2023 USER GUIDE...
Page 78 Standard) and AES (Advanced Encryption Standard). Protocol The passphrase is needed for security level authPriv. Privacy/Encryption Passphrase To clear SNMPv3 configuration options: a. Click Clear SNMPv3 Options. b. Click Yes when prompted to confirm this action. SPECTRA STACK LIBRARY JANUARY 2023 USER GUIDE...
Page 79: Configuring Event Notification Parameters
• Inactive—No events are sent. • Critical—Only critical events are sent. • + Warnings—Only critical and warning events are sent. • + Configuration—Only critical, warning, and configuration events are sent. • + Information—All events are sent. SPECTRA STACK LIBRARY JANUARY 2023 USER GUIDE...
Page 80 Authentication to access the SMTP server. Required User account for logging into the SMTP server when Username authentication is required. Password associated with the Username when Password authentication is required. 3. Click Submit. SPECTRA STACK LIBRARY JANUARY 2023 USER GUIDE...
Page 81: Configuring Tape Drives
“1”. The drive currently hosting the SCSI communication for the library is designated with (LUN). The serial number assigned to the tape drive by the Spectra Stack Serial Number library. This serial number is reported to host applications. The serial number cannot be modified.
Page 82 • ALPA - When Addressing Mode is set to Hard, you can choose an ALPA address from the drop down list. To modify the configuration of one or more tape drives: 1. Modify any of the configurable values. 2. Click Submit. SPECTRA STACK LIBRARY JANUARY 2023 USER GUIDE...
Page 83: Enabling Or Disabling Ee Ports
EE ports or magazines automatically re- lock if you do not open the door and access the EE port or magazine. The choices are 30 seconds (default) or 5 minutes. 3. Click Submit to save your selections. SPECTRA STACK LIBRARY JANUARY 2023 USER GUIDE...
Page 84: Configuring Library Partitions
IMPORTANT Partitions can only be created using the RMI (Remote Management Interface). Partitions on the Spectra Stack library have the following restrictions: • Each partition must have at least one tape drive. One drive in each partition hosts the robotics interface (the library LUN) for the partition.
Page 85: Using The Basic Partition Wizard
Use the instructions below to create partitions using the Basic Partition Wizard: 1. From the home screen of the library interface, select Configuration > Partitions. The Configuration screen displays. Figure 30 The Configuration screen. SPECTRA STACK LIBRARY JANUARY 2023 USER GUIDE...
Page 86 If the resources displayed do not match your configuration, you may need to install license keys. See Add a License Key on page 71. Figure 32 The Create Partition Scheme screen. SPECTRA STACK LIBRARY JANUARY 2023 USER GUIDE...
Page 87 8. Click Next. The Finish Configuration screen displays with details for the partition(s) configured using the wizard. Figure 33 The Finish Configuration screen. 9. Click Finish to create the partition(s) and exit the wizard. SPECTRA STACK LIBRARY JANUARY 2023 USER GUIDE...
Page 88: Using The Expert Partition Wizard
All of the partitions in the library go offline while partitions are configured. Ensure that host operations for all partitions are idle before running the partition wizard. Figure 34 The Manage Partitions screen. SPECTRA STACK LIBRARY JANUARY 2023 USER GUIDE...
Page 89 8. This configuration applies to all partitions. Note: The industry standard length for LTO barcode labels is eight characters. Barcode labels longer than eight characters might scan incorrectly, particularly if they are not high quality labels. SPECTRA STACK LIBRARY JANUARY 2023 USER GUIDE...
Page 90 LTO-7 or later generation drives are detected in the library. Do not enable this feature if your storage architecture requires multiple hosts sending commands to any drive in the partition. SPECTRA STACK LIBRARY JANUARY 2023 USER GUIDE...
Page 91 • module - The module number. Modules are numbered based on their location in the physical library. The bottom module is Module 1. • slot - The slot number as shown in Figure 6 on page 39. SPECTRA STACK LIBRARY JANUARY 2023 USER GUIDE...
Page 92 The EE port can be shared by partitions, but individual slots cannot. Importing or exporting cartridges in a partition without assigned EE slots requires magazine access, which takes all partitions in the library offline. EE port access does not take partitions offline. SPECTRA STACK LIBRARY JANUARY 2023 USER GUIDE...
Page 93 Figure 39 The Select Library LUN Drive screen. 13.If the partition has multiple tape drives, select the drive to host the SCSI communication for the partition. Note: The lowest numbered drive in the partition is selected as the default. SPECTRA STACK LIBRARY JANUARY 2023 USER GUIDE...
Page 94 After the wizard removes the partition, the library comes online automatically. 4. Select the partition in which you want to disable encryption, click Edit, and then click Next. The General Settings screen displays. SPECTRA STACK LIBRARY JANUARY 2023 USER GUIDE...
Page 95: Configure User Accounts
• Minimum Number Of Upper Case Alphabetic Characters (A-Z)—Choose the minimum number of upper case alphabetic characters. The factory default value is 0. Possible range for this option is from 0 to 3. SPECTRA STACK LIBRARY JANUARY 2023 USER GUIDE...
Page 96 Submit. • To allow access the magazines, select Allow magazine access by the "User role". • To allow access to the EE Ports, select Allow EE Port access by the "User role". SPECTRA STACK LIBRARY JANUARY 2023 USER GUIDE...
Page 97: Configure Local User Accounts
OCP before the Security user can access the library from the RMI. Once the Security password has been set from the OCP, it can be changed by the Security user from either the OCP or RMI. SPECTRA STACK LIBRARY JANUARY 2023 USER GUIDE...
Page 98 1. From the Configuration > User Accounts > Local User Accounts screen (see Figure 42 on page 97), click Add User. The Add User screen displays. Figure 44 The Add User screen (Administrator logged in). 2. Enter the Name for the user. SPECTRA STACK LIBRARY JANUARY 2023 USER GUIDE...
Page 99: Configure Ldap
5. Click Add. The dialog box closes to display the Local User Accounts screen. Configure LDAP From the Configuration > User Accounts > LDAP screen, manage LDAP (Lightweight Directory Access Protocol) servers and users. Figure 45 The Configuration > User Accounts > LDAP screen. SPECTRA STACK LIBRARY JANUARY 2023 USER GUIDE...
Page 100 Figure 46 The LDAP Add Server dialog box. 1. Enter the information for the primary server. Field Description The IP address for the LDAP server. Host The port on which to communicate with the host. The Port default is 389. SPECTRA STACK LIBRARY JANUARY 2023 USER GUIDE...
Page 101 4. In the Attribute Mapping pane, enter the LDAP Server Name for the specified user account. 5. Click Test Connection to verify the server configuration. 6. After verifying the server configuration, click OK. SPECTRA STACK LIBRARY JANUARY 2023 USER GUIDE...
Page 102 Figure 47 The LDAP Add User dialog box. 1. Click Query LDAP Servers to see a list of available users. 2. Select a user name and then assign the user a Role (User, Administrator, or Security). 3. Click OK. SPECTRA STACK LIBRARY JANUARY 2023 USER GUIDE...
Page 103: Web Management
Figure 48 The SSL/SSH pane of the Configuration > Web Management screen. Select or clear the SSL and SSH check boxes as desired, and click Submit. Note: SSH is not available on the Spectra Stack library. SPECTRA STACK LIBRARY JANUARY 2023 USER GUIDE...
Page 104: Security Certificates
Certificate or, if a custom certificate is available, Use Custom Certificate, and click Submit. If you want to use a custom certificate, but one is not available, continue with Add a Security Certificate on the next page. SPECTRA STACK LIBRARY JANUARY 2023 USER GUIDE...
Page 105 2. If you want to clear all current wizard settings before continuing, click Clear All Wizard Settings. 3. Click Next to continue. The Certificate Signing Request screen displays. Figure 51 The Certificate Signing Request screen. SPECTRA STACK LIBRARY JANUARY 2023 USER GUIDE...
Page 106 Figure 52 The Signed Certificate screen. 6. Paste the certificate in the Signed Certificate pane and click Next. The Finish screen displays. Figure 53 The Finish screen. 7. Click Finish to save the certificate and end the wizard. SPECTRA STACK LIBRARY JANUARY 2023 USER GUIDE...
Page 107: Session Timeout
Security, or Service users. By default, when a new user logs in to the RMI or OCP, the existing user session is terminated. Use the OCP/RMI Session Locking pane of the Configuration > Web Management screen to change this behavior. SPECTRA STACK LIBRARY JANUARY 2023 USER GUIDE...
Page 108: Restrict Rmi Access
Many settings cannot be configured from the OCP. The user and service users are still able to log in with the RMI. To remove all RMI access, unplug the Ethernet cable from the library controller. SPECTRA STACK LIBRARY JANUARY 2023 USER GUIDE...
Page 109: Chapter 3 - Configuring And Using Encryption
CHAPTER 3 - CONFIGURING AND USING ENCRYPTION 3 - C HAPTER ONFIGURING AND SING NCRYPTION This chapter contains instructions for configuring and using encryption in the Spectra Stack library. Configuring Encryption Key Management Configuring KMIP Configure Encryption Standard Log Into Encryption Standard...
Page 110: Configuring Encryption Key Management
By default, to configure encryption, you must be logged in as the Security user. The security user can allow the administrator user to configure the type of encryption assigned to a partition. Figure 57 The Encryption screen. SPECTRA STACK LIBRARY JANUARY 2023 USER GUIDE...
Page 111 Submit at the bottom of the page. • The encryption mode can be configured for each partition in the Set Encryption Mode per Partition pane. Select the encryption mode for each partition and then click Submit. SPECTRA STACK LIBRARY JANUARY 2023 USER GUIDE...
Page 112: Configuring Kmip
• The KMIP server is available on the network and has been configured for use with this library. Use the following instructions to set up KMIP encryption management. 1. Select Configuration > Encryption > KMIP Wizard. The Wizard Information screen displays. Figure 58 The KMIP Wizard Information screen. SPECTRA STACK LIBRARY JANUARY 2023 USER GUIDE...
Page 113 Figure 59 The Certificate Authority Information screen. 3. Ensure that all prerequisites for using the KMIP certificate are met and click Next. The Certificate Authority Certificate Entry screen displays. Figure 60 The Certificate Authority Certificate Entry screen. SPECTRA STACK LIBRARY JANUARY 2023 USER GUIDE...
Page 114 Figure 61 The Library Certificate Information screen. 5. The Library Certificate Information screen displays information about the next wizard steps. Click Next. The KMIP Client Configuration screen displays. Figure 62 The KMIP Client Configuration screen. SPECTRA STACK LIBRARY JANUARY 2023 USER GUIDE...
Page 115 Enable KMIP Certificate-only authentication. Only select this option if you are using a KMIP server that requires it and you do not have a client username and password. 7. Click Next. The Certificate Generation screen displays. Figure 63 The Certificate Generation screen. SPECTRA STACK LIBRARY JANUARY 2023 USER GUIDE...
Page 116 Click Select Certificate and press CTRL-C to copy the new certificate text, and then click Next. The Sign Library Certificate screen displays. Figure 64 The Sign Library Certificate screen. SPECTRA STACK LIBRARY JANUARY 2023 USER GUIDE...
Page 117 KMIP servers. To verify access to the KMIP server(s), click Connectivity Check. Click Next to continue. The Setup Summary screen displays. Figure 66 The Setup Summary screen. SPECTRA STACK LIBRARY JANUARY 2023 USER GUIDE...
Page 118 Submit. —OR— If you want all partitions to use KMIP Encryption, select KMIP as the default encryption mode, click Apply to all existing partitions, and click Submit. SPECTRA STACK LIBRARY JANUARY 2023 USER GUIDE...
Page 119: Configure Encryption Standard
2. Enter the encryption password and then click Login. Note: If the Encryption Password was never set, the password is blank. The Configuration > Encryption > Encryption Standard screen displays. Figure 68 The Encryption Standard screen. SPECTRA STACK LIBRARY JANUARY 2023 USER GUIDE...
Page 120: Set Or Change The Encryption Password
If you delete the existing key, as described in Deleting an Encryption Key from the Library on page 135, they display again. Figure 69 Enter a moniker to create a new encryption key. SPECTRA STACK LIBRARY JANUARY 2023 USER GUIDE...
Page 121 Note: If the key is not yet assigned to a partition, N/A displays in the Primary Key For column. Figure 70 The new encryption key is listed in the Encryption Key Handling pane. SPECTRA STACK LIBRARY JANUARY 2023 USER GUIDE...
Page 122: Enable Encryption Standard In A Partition
All of the partitions in the library go offline while partitions are configured. Ensure that host operations for all partitions are idle before running the partition wizard. Security User 1. Navigate to Configuration > Encryption to access the main encryption screen. Figure 71 The Encryption screen. SPECTRA STACK LIBRARY JANUARY 2023 USER GUIDE...
Page 123 Wizard. The Manage Partitions screen lists the current partitions. Figure 72 The Manage Partitions screen. 2. Select the partition for which you want to enable Encryption Standard, click Edit, and then click Next. The General Settings screen displays. SPECTRA STACK LIBRARY JANUARY 2023 USER GUIDE...
Page 124 Management on page 110. 4. Click Next to advance through the remaining screens in the wizard. The partition is updated to use the currently stored encryption key to encrypt and decrypt data in the partition. SPECTRA STACK LIBRARY JANUARY 2023 USER GUIDE...
Page 125: Exporting And Protecting Encryption Keys
Best Practice Spectra Logic recommends that you export each encryption key to at least two different USB devices and store them in separate locations. Remember, lost encryption keys cannot be recreated; keep them as secure (and as backed up) as your data.
Page 126: Export The Encryption Key
0–9, lower and upper case alphabetic characters (a–z and A-Z), and the at symbol (@), dash (–), underscore (_), and period (.) characters. This password is used to encrypt the exported key. SPECTRA STACK LIBRARY JANUARY 2023 USER GUIDE...
Page 127 Confirm that the email attachment contains a key file as described in Verify the Exported Encryption Key on the next page. SPECTRA STACK LIBRARY JANUARY 2023 USER GUIDE...
Page 128: Verify The Exported Encryption Key
4. If desired, save or print a screen capture of the USB directory for an audit record showing that the USB device was readable, and that the key file contained information. 5. Store the USB device in a safe location. SPECTRA STACK LIBRARY JANUARY 2023 USER GUIDE...
Page 129: Protect The Encryption Key
Without the key password, you are not able to import the encryption key. Backup files of the library configuration include any encryption keys that were IMPORTANT stored in the library at the time the file was created. SPECTRA STACK LIBRARY JANUARY 2023 USER GUIDE...
Page 130 Export the Encryption Key on page 126). As a matter of best practice, Spectra Logic recommends exporting encryption keys to a USB device or RMI download instead of using email. Although emailing encryption keys is supported by the library, doing so...
Page 131 • Spectra Logic recommends tracking the information listed in the following table for every key that you create. For added security, encrypt the file containing the tracking information.
Page 132: Restoring Encrypted Data
1. If necessary, import the cartridges containing the data to be restored into the library partition to which the encryption key is assigned. 2. Use your storage management software to restore the data. The data is automatically decrypted using the stored key. SPECTRA STACK LIBRARY JANUARY 2023 USER GUIDE...
Page 133: Import The Required Key Into The Library
Controller Module. 2. Access the encryption feature (see Log Into Encryption Standard on page 119). The Configuration > Encryption > Encryption Standard screen displays. Figure 75 The Encryption Standard screen. SPECTRA STACK LIBRARY JANUARY 2023 USER GUIDE...
Page 134 • If you select Import key over RMI, the dialog box updates. Use your browser to locate the key file and enter the password used to export the key file and then click Submit. Figure 77 Import a key over RMI. SPECTRA STACK LIBRARY JANUARY 2023 USER GUIDE...
Page 135: Deleting An Encryption Key From The Library
Make sure that you export a copy of the existing key before you delete it. You CAUTION need a copy of the exported key and its password to import the key back into the library and restore data that was encrypted with the key. SPECTRA STACK LIBRARY JANUARY 2023 USER GUIDE...
Page 136 5. Click Yes to delete the key. 6. A key deletion successful message briefly displays and then the Configuration > Encryption > Encryption Standard with the moniker is no longer listed on the screen. SPECTRA STACK LIBRARY JANUARY 2023 USER GUIDE...
Page 137: Disabling Encryption In A Partition
Submit. The partition is updated. —OR— If you want to disable encryption in all partitions, select Controlled by Backup Application as the default encryption mode, click Apply to all existing partitions, and click Submit. SPECTRA STACK LIBRARY JANUARY 2023 USER GUIDE...
Page 138 Manage Partitions screen lists the current partitions. Figure 81 The Manage Partitions screen. 2. Select the partition in which you want to disable encryption, click Edit, and then click Next. The General Settings screen displays. Figure 82 The General Settings screen. SPECTRA STACK LIBRARY JANUARY 2023 USER GUIDE...
Page 139 Expert Partition Wizard. See Configuring Encryption Key Management on page 110. 4. Click Next to advance through the remaining screens in the wizard. SPECTRA STACK LIBRARY JANUARY 2023 USER GUIDE...
Page 140: Chapter 4 - Operating The Library
CHAPTER 4 - OPERATING THE LIBRARY 4 - O HAPTER PERATING THE IBRARY This chapter contains instructions for using your Spectra Stack tape library. Click Operations on the Home screen to access the operations features. Moving Media Filtering Based on Barcode Moving a Cartridge...
Page 141: Moving Media
Slots are listed in the order of the slot numbers. Slots are numbered (m.s), where m is the module number and s is the slot within the module. For example, the tape numbered (1, 5) is present in the 5th slot of the first module. SPECTRA STACK LIBRARY JANUARY 2023 USER GUIDE...
Page 142: Filtering Based On Barcode
To enable an EE port, see Enabling or Disabling EE Ports on page 83. To determine which magazine slots belong to a partition, see Using Partition Map Graphical View on page 158. Figure 84 The Open EE Port screen. SPECTRA STACK LIBRARY JANUARY 2023 USER GUIDE...
Page 143 If you do not open the door and access the EE port within the automatic re-lock duration, the EE port re-locks. See Enabling or Disabling EE Ports on page 83 change the automatic re-lock duration. Figure 85 Pull the EE Port magazine out of the library. SPECTRA STACK LIBRARY JANUARY 2023 USER GUIDE...
Page 144: Opening A Magazine
If you do not open the door and access the magazine within the automatic re- lock duration, the magazine re-locks. See Enabling or Disabling EE Ports on page 83 to change the automatic re-lock duration. SPECTRA STACK LIBRARY JANUARY 2023 USER GUIDE...
Page 145 CHAPTER 4 - OPERATING THE LIBRARY Figure 87 Pull the magazine out of the library. Close the magazine access door after reinserting the magazine. SPECTRA STACK LIBRARY JANUARY 2023 USER GUIDE...
Page 146: Cleaning A Tape Drive
2. Select the tape drive to be cleaned from the Destination Elements list. Tape drives currently containing a cartridge are not listed. To clean a tape drive not listed, move the cartridge out of the drive. 3. Click Submit. SPECTRA STACK LIBRARY JANUARY 2023 USER GUIDE...
Page 147: Forcing A Drive To Eject A Cartridge
No operations are available until the force eject completes. Note: If the drive has difficulty ejecting the cartridge, the media is possibly bad or damaged. Contact Spectra Logic Technical Support for assistance. See Contacting Spectra Logic on page 11.
Page 148: Rescanning The Cartridge Inventory
To rescan the cartridges in the library, navigate to the Operation > Rescan screen and click Rescan. The library changes to Scanning status and is unavailable to perform other operations until the scan completes. Figure 90 The Rescan Inventory screen. SPECTRA STACK LIBRARY JANUARY 2023 USER GUIDE...
Page 149: Chapter 5 - Viewing Library Status
Viewing Elements by Group Using the Cartridge Inventory Graphical View Using Partition Map Graphical View Using Partition Map Configuration Status Listing Just Drives or Partitions Viewing Drive Status Viewing Network Status Viewing Encryption Status SPECTRA STACK LIBRARY JANUARY 2023 USER GUIDE...
Page 150: Viewing Library And Module Status
Status > Library Status screen. Figure 91 The Library Status screen. Field Description Library Information SPECTRA Vendor Library serial number. Serial Number Hardware revision of the robotic hardware. Robotic Hardware Revision SPECTRA STACK LIBRARY JANUARY 2023 USER GUIDE...
Page 151 Total time that the controller module has been powered on since it Total Power On was manufactured using the format dd-hh-mm. Time Robotic assembly move count. Odometer Displays the module where the robotic assembly is currently located. Robotic Location SPECTRA STACK LIBRARY JANUARY 2023 USER GUIDE...
Page 152 Power Board Status Displays the status of power supplies. Power Supply Status Displays the status of power supply fans. Lower/Upper Power Supply Fan Displays the status of the chassis fan. Chassis Fan SPECTRA STACK LIBRARY JANUARY 2023 USER GUIDE...
Page 153: Using Inventory Lists
• To view the elements organized by module, use Status > Cartridge Inventory > List View. • To see the elements organized by logical library or partition, use Status > Partition Map > List View. Figure 92 The Cartridge Inventory List View screen. SPECTRA STACK LIBRARY JANUARY 2023 USER GUIDE...
Page 154 Field Description The number of media loads. Media Loads Indicates whether data on this media is encrypted or Encryption not encrypted. Indicates whether the cartridge is a data or cleaning Media Type cartridge. SPECTRA STACK LIBRARY JANUARY 2023 USER GUIDE...
Page 155: Filtering By Barcode Label
When the list is grouped, you can expand or contract the list for each group by clicking the triangle next to the number in the first column (Partition or Module). Grouping is enabled by default. To disable grouping, click Group Off. To enable grouping, click Group On. SPECTRA STACK LIBRARY JANUARY 2023 USER GUIDE...
Page 156: Using The Cartridge Inventory Graphical View
LTO generation of drive and format (Full Height or Drive Half Height). The drive number. Tape drives are numbered from Drive # the bottom of the library up to the top beginning with “1”. SPECTRA STACK LIBRARY JANUARY 2023 USER GUIDE...
Page 157 Indicates whether the cartridge is a data or cleaning Media Type cartridge. Warning states and error states for drives and cartridges are indicated with icons. See Figure 94 The Cartridge Inventory Graphical View warnings. SPECTRA STACK LIBRARY JANUARY 2023 USER GUIDE...
Page 158: Using Partition Map Graphical View
Figure 95 The Partition Map Graphical View screen. Moving the mouse over a partition or drive displays additional information in a pop- up window: SPECTRA STACK LIBRARY JANUARY 2023 USER GUIDE...
Page 159 The partition number to which the drive is assigned. Partition If a cartridge is loaded in the drive The partition number to which this cartridge is Partition configured. Barcode data on label. Barcode LTO generation of the cartridge. Generation SPECTRA STACK LIBRARY JANUARY 2023 USER GUIDE...
Page 160: Using Partition Map Configuration Status
Partition S/N Number of drives configured in this partition. Number of Drives Number of slots configured in this partition. Number of Slots Number of EE ports configured in this partition. Number of EE Ports SPECTRA STACK LIBRARY JANUARY 2023 USER GUIDE...
Page 161: Listing Just Drives Or Partitions
Conflict Detection information. Listing Just Drives or Partitions To limit the list to tape drives, click Drives. The button changes to read Partition. Click Partitions to return to viewing all elements. SPECTRA STACK LIBRARY JANUARY 2023 USER GUIDE...
Page 162: Viewing Drive Status
The serial number cannot be modified. Note: This is not the serial number assigned to the drive by the manufacturer; the serial number assigned by the manufacturer is shown in Manufacturer S/N. SPECTRA STACK LIBRARY JANUARY 2023 USER GUIDE...
Page 163 Indicates whether the drive is currently powered on Power Status or off. The manufacturer of the drive. Vendor The currently installed drive firmware version. Firmware Indicates whether the drive is currently powered on Powered or off. SPECTRA STACK LIBRARY JANUARY 2023 USER GUIDE...
Page 164 Media Removal prevented by the host. Whether data compression is enabled or disabled. Data Compression ULTRIUM-ff-gen. where ff is the form factor (HH: Product ID half-height or FH: full-height) and gen is the generation. SPECTRA STACK LIBRARY JANUARY 2023 USER GUIDE...
Page 165 • The drive port configuration. Port Status - SAS Drive • WWPN-The world wide port name for the port. • Interface - The connected interface type • Speed -The currently configured SAS port speed. SPECTRA STACK LIBRARY JANUARY 2023 USER GUIDE...
Page 166: Viewing Network Status
The domain name for your network where the library Domain Name resides. Whether the library network uses IPv4, IPv6, or both Protocol addressing methods. A unique identifier for the library controller network MAC Address port. Enabled or disabled. Link Status SPECTRA STACK LIBRARY JANUARY 2023 USER GUIDE...
Page 167 MAC address. The library can manage up to five global addresses at the same time, which can be assigned from different routers. When enabled, the library uses a statically-configured Static Addressing address. SPECTRA STACK LIBRARY JANUARY 2023 USER GUIDE...
Page 168: Viewing Encryption Status
Check (not shown) to initiate a KMIP server connectivity check. The Drive Encryption Status pane shows whether a drive is configured to encrypt data using an Encryption Standard key or a key from the KMIP key server configured for the drive’s partition. SPECTRA STACK LIBRARY JANUARY 2023 USER GUIDE...
Page 169: Chapter 6 - Configuring And Using Media Lifecycle Management
This chapter describes how to use BlueVision Media Lifecycle Management to proactively monitor and report on the health of the cartridges in your library. BlueVision Media Lifecycle Management Spectra Certified MLM-Enabled Media Media Tracking and Reporting Additional MLM Features MLM Usage Guidelines...
Page 170: Bluevision Media Lifecycle Management
BlueVision Media Lifecycle Management (MLM) helps you manage your tape media (cartridges) by giving you tools to proactively detect potential media errors well before they happen. When used in combination with Spectra Certified MLM-enabled media, MLM lets you manage, track, and report all facets of tape usage from creation to retirement.
Page 171 Export Date tracked by MLM, is automatically deleted. The library does not notify you when it reaches the maximum number of records. SPECTRA STACK LIBRARY JANUARY 2023 USER GUIDE...
Page 172 Functional Overview Each time a Spectra Certified MLM-enabled data cartridge is loaded into a drive, MLM records over 30 data points about the cartridge. These data points include health information, the cartridge age, how many times it was loaded and into which drives, and how many errors it accumulated.
Page 173: Additional Mlm Features
You can also download the MLM database as a comma-separated-value (CSV) file and open the file in any software application that supports this type of file (for example, spreadsheet software). SPECTRA STACK LIBRARY JANUARY 2023 USER GUIDE...
Page 174: Mlm Usage Guidelines
Backing up the MLM database produces a point-in-time snapshot of the MLM database. Based on the number of tapes you routinely import into and export from the library, determine how frequently backups are needed to ensure that you can easily restore the MLM database. SPECTRA STACK LIBRARY JANUARY 2023 USER GUIDE...
Page 175: Using Mlm Reporting
(the number of times the cartridge was loaded into a drive) for each non-MLM-enabled cartridges in the selected location. • Use the Filter drop-down menu to display media by health rating. SPECTRA STACK LIBRARY JANUARY 2023 USER GUIDE...
Page 176 This report is not available for non‐MLM‐enabled cartridges. The date that the MLM-enabled cartridge (both data and cleaning) Born on Date was created and certified by Spectra Logic and the load count for each cartridge. Note: This report does not include non-MLM-enabled cartridges.
Page 177 • Data cartridge: The media is in good condition and operating properly. The cartridge can be used for writing new data and reading previously written data. • Cleaning cartridge: More than 10 cleaning cycles remain on the cartridge. SPECTRA STACK LIBRARY JANUARY 2023 USER GUIDE...
Page 178 • If your cartridge has a high error rate that cannot be attributed to a faulty drive, environmental factors, or the end of the cartridge’s normal working life, contact Spectra Logic Technical Support for troubleshooting assistance (see Contacting Spectra Logic on page 11 •...
Page 179 The Details screen for the selected cartridge displays. Note: Media health is based on the MLM-tracked history of the cartridge. The health indicated by the Health graph on the Details screen may fluctuate until the cartridge is loaded six times. SPECTRA STACK LIBRARY JANUARY 2023 USER GUIDE...
Page 180: Save An Mlm Report
2. If you want to save the MLM report to a USB device, connect the device to a USB port on the LCM or operator panel and allow time for the device to mount before continuing. SPECTRA STACK LIBRARY JANUARY 2023 USER GUIDE...
Page 181 Selection Destination Download the report to your host computer. RMI download Enter an email address to which the report is sent. Mail Report to Save the report to the USB device. USB key SPECTRA STACK LIBRARY JANUARY 2023 USER GUIDE...
Page 182: Override A Poor Cartridge Health Report
IMPORTANT health is due to drive problems and not the cartridge or you are specifically directed to do so by Spectra Logic Technical Support. Use the following steps to reset the health of a single cartridge. 1. Display the Media Health report as described in Generate MLM Reports on page 175.
Page 183 Figure 103 Click the green override button to reset the reported health for an MLM-enabled LTO cartridge. 4. Attempt to resolve the issues that were causing the media health to be reported as poor. SPECTRA STACK LIBRARY JANUARY 2023 USER GUIDE...
Page 184: Managing The Mlm Database
1. Open the ZIP archive file downloaded in Backup the MLM Database. 2. Confirm the .ENC file is greater than 0 kilobytes. 3. Confirm the SQLTE file is greater than 0 kilobytes. SPECTRA STACK LIBRARY JANUARY 2023 USER GUIDE...
Page 185: Restore The Mlm Backup File
2. Display a Media Lifecycle Report as described in Generate MLM Reports on page 175. 3. Locate the barcode of the cartridge you want to remove from the MLM database (see Step Chapter 6 on page 169). SPECTRA STACK LIBRARY JANUARY 2023 USER GUIDE...
Page 186 4. Click the trash can icon next to the barcode to delete the record. Figure 104 Use the trash can icon to delete individual records from the MLM database. 5. Respond to the confirmation message to delete the record. SPECTRA STACK LIBRARY JANUARY 2023 USER GUIDE...
Page 187: Chapter 7 - Maintaining The Library
Configuring Remote Logging Software Upgrades Managing System Firmware Managing Drive Firmware Downloading Drive Logs Rebooting the Library Rebooting Drives Controlling the UID LED Moving the Robotic Assembly to the Controller Module LTO-9 New Media Initialization SPECTRA STACK LIBRARY JANUARY 2023 USER GUIDE...
Page 188: Library Tests
• During the test the library is offline. To run the system test, navigate to the Maintenance > Library Tests > System Test screen, select the number of cycles, and then click Start Test. Figure 105 The System Test screen. SPECTRA STACK LIBRARY JANUARY 2023 USER GUIDE...
Page 189: Slot To Slot Test
To run the slot to slot test, navigate to the Maintenance > Library Tests > Slot to Slot Test screen, select the number of cycles, and click Start Test. Figure 106 The Slot to Slot Test screen. SPECTRA STACK LIBRARY JANUARY 2023 USER GUIDE...
Page 190: Element To Element Test
Robotics Test on page 194. To run the element test: 1. Navigate to the Maintenance > Library Tests > Element to Element Test screen. Figure 107 The Slot to Slot Test screen. SPECTRA STACK LIBRARY JANUARY 2023 USER GUIDE...
Page 191 The Source Elements list is updated to only include cartridges with barcode labels including the search characters. 3. Select a location from the Destination Elements list. 4. Using the drop-down menu, select the number of Cycles. 5. Click Start Test. SPECTRA STACK LIBRARY JANUARY 2023 USER GUIDE...
Page 192: Position Test
Figure 108 The Position Test screen. 2. Select one element from the Source Element list and another from the Destination Element list. 3. Using the drop-down menu, select the number of Cycles, and click Start Test. SPECTRA STACK LIBRARY JANUARY 2023 USER GUIDE...
Page 193: Wellness Test
• The Info column notifies the user of the status and result of each test. To run the system test, navigate to the Maintenance > Library Tests > Wellness Test screen, and then click Start Test. Figure 109 The Wellness Test screen. SPECTRA STACK LIBRARY JANUARY 2023 USER GUIDE...
Page 194: Robotics Test
• Touch panel calibration test - allows you to calibrate the LCD touch screen • OCP reboot - reboots the LCD touch screen 3. Click Start. 4. Follow the instructions on the screen. SPECTRA STACK LIBRARY JANUARY 2023 USER GUIDE...
Page 195: Logs And Traces
The format for the date and time is: YY.MM.DD HH.MM.SS.ss. • YY.MM.DD - The date displayed as Year.Month.Day • HH.MM.SS.ss - The time displayed as Hour.Minute.Second.Hundredths of a second SPECTRA STACK LIBRARY JANUARY 2023 USER GUIDE...
Page 196: Downloading Log And Trace Files
1. From the home screen of the library interface, select Configuration. The Configuration screen displays. 2. Select Network Management, then select Remote Logging (rsyslog). The Remote Logging (rsyslog) screen displays. Figure 114 The Remote Logging (rsyslog). 3. Select or clear Remote Logging Enabled. SPECTRA STACK LIBRARY JANUARY 2023 USER GUIDE...
Page 197 Custom port. The default port is 514. 7. If you selected Custom in Step 6, enter the port number. 8. Using the Transport Protocol drop-down menu, select either UDP or TCP as the transport protocol. 9. Click Submit. SPECTRA STACK LIBRARY JANUARY 2023 USER GUIDE...
Page 198: Software Upgrades
The firmware version currently installed on the library is displayed in the library status area on the Home page. Figure 115 Spectra Stack Main screen. Check and Download the Currently Released BlueVision Version Follow these steps to check the currently recommended BlueVision version: 1.
Page 199 CHAPTER 7 - MAINTAINING THE LIBRARY 2. Select Downloads > Product Software. 3. On the Product Software page, locate your library type in the Spectra Product column. The currently released BlueVision version is listed in the Current Version column. Figure 116 The Product Software screen (T950 library firmware shown).
Page 200: Managing Drive Firmware
Drive firmware can only be updated from the RMI. Each drive will only accept appropriate firmware. Check the Drive Firmware Version To see the firmware version currently installed on the drives, navigate to the Status > Drive Status screen. Figure 118 The Drive Status screen. SPECTRA STACK LIBRARY JANUARY 2023 USER GUIDE...
Page 201 CHAPTER 7 - MAINTAINING THE LIBRARY Check and Download the Currently Released Drive Firmware Download the recommended drive firmware from the Spectra Logic Technical Support portal, and save it to your local computer. 1. Log into your user account on the Technical Support portal at support.spectralogic.com.
Page 202 Figure 120 The Drive Firmware screen. 2. Expand the appropriate drive type and select one or more tape drives. 3. Click Browse and use your web browser to select the firmware file. 4. Click Submit. SPECTRA STACK LIBRARY JANUARY 2023 USER GUIDE...
Page 203: Downloading Drive Logs
3. Select the type of log to collect (Regular Dump or Forced Dump). 4. Click Save. EBOOTING THE IBRARY From the Maintenance > System Reboot screen, click Reboot. Figure 122 The System Reboot screen. SPECTRA STACK LIBRARY JANUARY 2023 USER GUIDE...
Page 204: Rebooting Drives
1. From the Maintenance > Drive Reboot screen, select the drive(s) you want to reboot and click Submit. Figure 123 The Drive Reboot screen. 2. Click Yes on the dialog popup to start the reboot process. SPECTRA STACK LIBRARY JANUARY 2023 USER GUIDE...
Page 205: Controlling The Uid Led
The UID LEDs are operated synchronously and controlled by the user. You can see if the LEDs are lit, and toggle the status from the Maintenance > UID LED Control screen. Figure 124 The Maintenance > UID LED Control screen. SPECTRA STACK LIBRARY JANUARY 2023 USER GUIDE...
Page 206: Moving The Robotic Assembly To The Controller Module
3. Navigate to the Maintenance > Move Robotic to Base Library screen. Figure 125 The Move Robotic to Base Module screen. 4. Click Submit. If the robot still did not park and locks into the controller module, contact Spectra Logic Technical Support. See Contacting Spectra Logic on page 11. SPECTRA STACK LIBRARY...
Page 207: New Media Initialization
Shutting down the initialization process can take up to two hours. All Spectra Certified LTO-9 media is initialized before it ships and does not IMPORTANT need to go through this process.
Page 208 2. Click Start LTO-9 New Media Initialization Wizard. The Information screen displays. Figure 127 The Information screen. 3. Read the note for the wizard and click Next. The Select Cartridges screen displays. Figure 128 The Select Cartridges screen. SPECTRA STACK LIBRARY JANUARY 2023 USER GUIDE...
Page 209 LTO-9 drives as possible. When all of the drives that you want to use to initialize cartridges are in the Selected Drives column, click Next. The Finish screen displays. Figure 130 The Finish screen. 6. Click Finish. The initialization process begins. SPECTRA STACK LIBRARY JANUARY 2023 USER GUIDE...
Page 210 MUST complete its initialization before the initialization aborts and the processing of remaining media stops. Shutting down the wizard process can take up to two hours. SPECTRA STACK LIBRARY JANUARY 2023 USER GUIDE...
Page 211: Chapter 8 - Library Troubleshooting
Backup/Archive Software and Method Connection from the Archive/Backup Host Server to the Library Media Finding Event Information Unlocking the Magazine Using the OCP or RMI Using the Manual Release Unloading a Stuck Tape SPECTRA STACK LIBRARY JANUARY 2023 USER GUIDE...
Page 212 CHAPTER 8 - LIBRARY TROUBLESHOOTING Identifying a Failed Component SPECTRA STACK LIBRARY JANUARY 2023 USER GUIDE...
Page 213: Fibre Channel Connection Problems
Hard Auto-Select option for the Loop mode. This allows the system to select an available address when it first connects, and then retain that address for future connections. SPECTRA STACK LIBRARY JANUARY 2023 USER GUIDE...
Page 214: Detection Problems After Installing Asas Drive
LUN support must be enabled on the host computer. When multiple LUN support is disabled, the host computer can see the tape drive, but not the library. Note: Many RAID or array controllers do not provide multiple LUN support. SPECTRA STACK LIBRARY JANUARY 2023 USER GUIDE...
Page 215 • Ensure that the library is compatible with the SAS host adapter and storage management software you plan to use. • Verify that your HBA is supported by the host computer and qualified with the library. • Ensure you are using a compatible, high-quality cable. SPECTRA STACK LIBRARY JANUARY 2023 USER GUIDE...
Page 216: Operation Problems
Ready LED is lit. 4. Make sure the outlet has power. Try another working outlet. Failure/Attention Indications Displayed on the Operator Control Panel If the problem persists, contact Spectra Logic Technical Support. See Contacting Spectra Logic on page 11.
Page 217: Tape Movement Problems
3. Check the barcode label and verity that it is secure to the cartridge. 4. Check the cartridge for damage. 5. Check the storage slot for damage. SPECTRA STACK LIBRARY JANUARY 2023 USER GUIDE...
Page 218: Media Problems
• Retry the operation with a different, known good tape. • Clean the tape drive from the Operation > Clean Drive screen. SPECTRA STACK LIBRARY JANUARY 2023 USER GUIDE...
Page 219: Attention Led Is Lit
• If this occurs, export the cartridge and load a known good cartridge. • Any cartridge that is suspected of being defective or contaminated should NOT be reused in any drive. • If the bad cartridge is a cleaning cartridge, it might be expired. SPECTRA STACK LIBRARY JANUARY 2023 USER GUIDE...
Page 220: Inventory Problems
• Make sure you are using an Ultrium cleaning cartridge. Cannot load the cleaning • Make sure the cleaning cartridge has not expired. A cleaning cartridge cartridge expires after 50 cleaning cycles. • Power cycle the library. SPECTRA STACK LIBRARY JANUARY 2023 USER GUIDE...
Page 221: Performance Problems
The trade off for using one of these methods is that you might only be able to restore the entire image instead of individual files. Note: File fragmentation also causes excessive drive seeking, which lowers performance, so ensure that files are regularly defragmented. SPECTRA STACK LIBRARY JANUARY 2023 USER GUIDE...
Page 222: File Storage System
File-by-file backup or archive methods provide the best restore performance if you only need to restore individual files. However, if the average file size is small, file-by- file methods significantly reduce performance. SPECTRA STACK LIBRARY JANUARY 2023 USER GUIDE...
Page 223: Connection From The Archive/Backup Host Server To The Library223
You can find error codes by viewing log files from the Maintenance > Logs and Traces > View Logs screen or downloading support tickets from the Maintenance > Download Support Ticket screen. See Viewing Log Files on page 195 Downloading Drive Logs on page 203. SPECTRA STACK LIBRARY JANUARY 2023 USER GUIDE...
Page 224: Unlocking The Magazine
3. Click Open in the left or right magazine column within the module containing the magazine you want to unlock. 4. Click Submit. A message box indicates when the magazine has been unlocked. SPECTRA STACK LIBRARY JANUARY 2023 USER GUIDE...
Page 225: Using The Manual Release
Force Drive Media Eject screen. If a tape is stuck in a magazine, open the magazine (see Unlocking the Magazine on the previous page), grasp the cartridge, and pull it out of the storage slot. SPECTRA STACK LIBRARY JANUARY 2023 USER GUIDE...
Page 226: Identifying A Failed Component
2. Identify the module within the library that contains the failed component: a. In the upper left of the Home screen, locate the module that indicates an error. b. Click the module for information on the failed component. SPECTRA STACK LIBRARY JANUARY 2023 USER GUIDE...
Page 227: Chapter 9 - Event Codes
CHAPTER 9 - EVENT CODES 9 - E HAPTER VENT ODES This chapter provides descriptions and possible solutions for error event codes. Error Events Warning Events Configuration Change Events Informational Events SPECTRA STACK LIBRARY JANUARY 2023 USER GUIDE...
Page 228: Error Events
• Verify that both magazines in that module can be extended. 2. Verify that all modules have power and that any expansion modules are cabled correctly with the expansion interconnect cables. SPECTRA STACK LIBRARY JANUARY 2023 USER GUIDE...
Page 229 4. Extend the controller module from the rack. 5. Reposition the lock. Note: If the error persists, review library events for additional information. See Viewing Log Files on page 195. SPECTRA STACK LIBRARY JANUARY 2023 USER GUIDE...
Page 230 Ensure that the drive power 2011 Some drives might be boards are fully seated in the powered off. module. See “Installing the New Drive Power Board” in Spectra Stack DC-DC Converter Replacement Instructions. 2. Power cycle the library. Multiple bottom covers...
Page 231 1. Ensure that the alignment 2018 transmitter or detector mechanisms for all modules failures. above the bottom module are engaged and locked. 2. Power cycle the library. Database access error. 1. Reboot the library. 2021 SPECTRA STACK LIBRARY JANUARY 2023 USER GUIDE...
Page 232 Move failed inserting Check for labels or cartridge 2028 cartridge to element. misalignments that would prevent the cartridge from being inserted into the slot or drive. SPECTRA STACK LIBRARY JANUARY 2023 USER GUIDE...
Page 233 2033 robot vertical positioning error. Cable to spooling mechanism Ensure that the spooling mechanism 2034 has failed during is fully seated in the controller initialization. module and installed correctly with the robotic assembly. SPECTRA STACK LIBRARY JANUARY 2023 USER GUIDE...
Page 234 2036 application process. Robotic firmware version Reboot or power cycle system. If the 2037 upgrade failed. problem persists, contact Spectra Logic Technical Support. See Contacting Spectra Logic on page 11. Lost connection to Module. Ensure that all modules are powered 2038 and have the interconnect cable properly attached.
Page 235 Ensure that the drive power 2044 drive power board has failed. boards are fully seated in the module. See “Installing the New Drive Power Board” in Spectra Stack DC-DC Converter Replacement Instructions. 2. Power cycle the Library. Wellness test failed because of...
Page 236 Details and Solution Wellness test failed because Reboot the library and retry the test. 2048 the unlock of the right If the error persists contact Spectra magazine failed. Logic Technical Support. See Contacting Spectra Logic on page 11. Wellness test failed because Reboot the library and retry the test.
Page 237 Spectra Stack Shutting down the system. Fan Replacement Instructions. Move failed pulling cartridge Check for labels or cartridge 2061 from drive. misalignments that would prevent the cartridge from coming out of the drive. SPECTRA STACK LIBRARY JANUARY 2023 USER GUIDE...
Page 238 Check for labels or cartridge 2062 cartridge to drive. misalignments that would prevent the cartridge from coming out of the drive. Move failed positioning picker Contact Spectra Logic Technical 2063 in front of drive. Support. See Contacting Spectra Logic on page 11.
Page 239 If the error persists replace the robotic assembly. See the Spectra Stack Spool Robotic Replacement Instruction. Top cover detected at an Examine the library and adjust the 2072 incorrect position.
Page 240: Warning Events
3. Check the drive dump for more information. See Downloading Drive Logs on page 203. Drive is reporting a critical 1. Power cycle the drive and then 4005 TapeAlert. verify whether the drive reports the same TapeAlert. SPECTRA STACK LIBRARY JANUARY 2023 USER GUIDE...
Page 241 Drive is not supported in this 4011 library. 1. Check events occurring at the Move cartridge operation filed 4012 due to drive issue. same time for drive problems. SPECTRA STACK LIBRARY JANUARY 2023 USER GUIDE...
Page 242 3. Check the drive dump for more information. See Downloading Drive Logs on page 203. Power supply has failed. 1. Ensure that all power supplies 4015 Redundancy is not available. are installed properly. SPECTRA STACK LIBRARY JANUARY 2023 USER GUIDE...
Page 243 The tape drive must have an FC or 4023 linked up). SAS cable attached to transfer data and communicate with host applications. One or two unit position Contact Spectra Logic Technical 4024 transmitter/detector failures. Support. See Contacting Spectra Logic on page 11.
Page 244 (two per module), failed. and that each power supply is connected to a valid power source. One of the Library tests failed Contact Spectra Logic Technical 4044 because of a source element or Support. See Contacting Spectra destination element is Logic on page 11.
Page 245 KMIP configuration. KMIP feature not licensed. Disable KMIP or install appropriate 4064 license for KMIP feature. A tape alert flag was reported Contact Spectra Logic Technical 4065 by a drive. Support. See Contacting Spectra Logic on page 11.
Page 246 Ensure the drive is powered up, is 4069 map ID was not possible. communicating with the library, and has up to date firmware. If this error persists, contact Spectra Logic Technical Support. See Contacting Spectra Logic on page 11. Power supply fan failed.
Page 247 Only one magazine can be open at a time. If the problem persists, contact Spectra Logic Technical Support. See Contacting Spectra Logic on page 11 Unlocking the left magazine...
Page 248 Message Text and Description Details and Solution Magazine release motor Reboot the library and if the error 4082 initialization failure. persists contact Spectra Logic Technical Support. See Contacting Spectra Logic on page 11. If magazines need to be removed to get...
Page 249: Configuration Change Events
Library reset to default settings invoked by user. 8016 Library firmware changed. 8017 Robotic firmware version upgraded. 8019 RMI/OCP Timeout configuration changed. 8022 EE port/Magazine access control configuration changed. 8024 EE port/Magazine automatic re-lock duration changed. 8025 SPECTRA STACK LIBRARY JANUARY 2023 USER GUIDE...
Page 250 An SNMP target has been deleted. 8031 The SNMPv3 settings changed. 8032 The OCP module has been changed. 8033 Manual Drive reset executed. 8034 New chassis detected. 8036 Chassis has been removed. 8037 SPECTRA STACK LIBRARY JANUARY 2023 USER GUIDE...
Page 251: Informational Events
A user logged into the OCP interface. 9015 A user logged out of the OCP interface. 9016 Drive support ticket created. 9024 Library test started. 9025 Library test successfully finished. 9026 Library test stopped by user. 9027 SPECTRA STACK LIBRARY JANUARY 2023 USER GUIDE...
Page 252 Key on KMIP server created. 9041 Drive cleaning completed. 9042 Drive cleaning was started. 9043 Library configuration data failed to duplicate on to the controller 9045 module. Chassis fan speed could not be determine. 9046 SPECTRA STACK LIBRARY JANUARY 2023 USER GUIDE...
Page 253: Chapter 10 - Technical Support
10 - T HAPTER ECHNICAL UPPORT Spectra Logic Technical Support provides a worldwide service and maintenance structure, refined over many years to provide timely, professional service. A valid BlueVision Software Support key is required in order to obtain IMPORTANT technical support.
Page 254: Accessing The Technical Support Portal
UPPORT ORTAL The Spectra Logic Technical Support portal provides access to the Knowledge Base, the current version of BlueVision software for the library, drive firmware, drive device drivers, and additional service and support tools. You can also open or update a support incident.
Page 255: Log Into The Portal
CHAPTER 10 - TECHNICAL SUPPORT 3. Enter your registration information. Your account is automatically associated with the serial numbers of all Spectra Logic products owned by your site. • If you have an invitation, follow the link and enter the invitation code.
Page 256: Opening A Support Ticket
CHAPTER 10 - TECHNICAL SUPPORT PENING A UPPORT ICKET You can open a support incident using the Spectra Logic Technical Support portal or telephone. • Use the following instructions to open a support incident through the portal, or skip to Contact Spectra Logic Technical Support by Phone on page 260.
Page 257 Submit an Incident Directly on page 259. a. From any page, select Incident>Incidents & Inventory. Figure 136 Select Incidents>Incidents & Inventory. b. Select Open or View Incidents. Figure 137 Select Open or View Incidents. SPECTRA STACK LIBRARY JANUARY 2023 USER GUIDE...
Page 258 Figure 138 Enter a search phrase and click Search. d. If the search does not provide an answer, click Open a New Incident. Figure 139 Click Open a New Incident. e. Continue with Step 5 on page 260. SPECTRA STACK LIBRARY JANUARY 2023 USER GUIDE...
Page 259 From any page, select Inventory>My Inventory. b. Locate the row of the product for which you want to submit an incident and click Create Incident. Figure 140 Click Create Incident. c. Continue with Step 5 on page 260. SPECTRA STACK LIBRARY JANUARY 2023 USER GUIDE...
Page 260 If the serial number of the affected library is not listed, contact Technical Support (see Contacting Spectra Logic on page 11). • Contact Spectra Logic Technical Support by Phone To contact Spectra Logic Technical Support by telephone, see Contacting Spectra Logic on page 11. SPECTRA STACK LIBRARY...
Page 261: Returns
Return Merchandise Authorization (RMA) printed on it are used to associate the returned component with your account. To avoid being invoiced for failure to return the component, do not ship the component back to Spectra Logic without the RMA return label.
Page 262: Appendix A - Specifications
APPENDIX A - SPECIFICATIONS A - S PPENDIX PECIFICATIONS This appendix provides specifications for the Spectra Stack Tape library. Physical Specifications Rack Requirements Environmental Specifications Library Environmental Specifications Tape Media Environmental Specifications Electrical specifications Regulatory specifications (CSA test conditions) Default Settings...
Page 263: Physical Specifications
Do not place the rack on a carpeted floor or anywhere else that poses risk for static discharge that could damage your system or its drives. The Spectra Stack library is designed to fit in a standard 19-inch, 4-post rack. Keep the following in mind when selecting a rack: •...
Page 264 Spectra Stack library. Notes: Spectra Logic does not support the use of a two-post rack with a Stack library. Threaded round hole racks are not supported. An enclosed 19-inch, four-post rack is available for purchase from Spectra Logic.
Page 265: Environmental Specifications
Miscellaneous Less than 200 micrograms per cubic meter / Dust concentration 1.3 cubic yards. 16,450 feet (5000 meters) Altitude Humidity 10% to 80% RH non-condensing Operating 5% to 90% RH non-condensing Non-operating SPECTRA STACK LIBRARY JANUARY 2023 USER GUIDE...
Page 266: Tape Media Environmental Specifications
When media is moved from a cold shipping/storage environment to a warm operating environment, it must be acclimated in its packaging for at least 24 hours before opening to prevent condensation damage from occurring. SPECTRA STACK LIBRARY JANUARY 2023 USER GUIDE...
Page 267: Electrical Specifications
APPENDIX A - SPECIFICATIONS LECTRICAL SPECIFICATIONS Parameter Specification 2.5 A Current 100-240 V Voltage 50-60 Hz Input Frequency 550 watts MAX Power SPECTRA STACK LIBRARY JANUARY 2023 USER GUIDE...
Page 268: Regulatory Specifications (Csa Test Conditions)
Maximum 6565 feet (2000 meters) Altitude during operation (m) 125 feet (38 meters) Altitude of test laboratory (m) Maximum 55.1 lb (25 kg) Mass of equipment (kg) 104° F (40° C) Manufacturer's Declared Ambient (0C) SPECTRA STACK LIBRARY JANUARY 2023 USER GUIDE...
Page 269: Default Settings
(obtain from DHCP) Default gateway (obtain from DHCP) Network Configuration IPv4 Enabled DHCPv4 Enabled IPv6 Disabled Static V6 Disabled Stateless V6 Disabled Blank DNS Configuration Network Access Services Primary network interface Enabled (ethO) Enabled SPECTRA STACK LIBRARY JANUARY 2023 USER GUIDE...
Page 270 Time zone Email notifications (SMTP) Disabled Disabled with configuration retained SNMP/SMI-S SNMP v1, v2 Disabled Disabled with configuration retained SCSI Defaults Library product ID - Python INQUIRY product ID string (Std Inquiry page) SPECTRA STACK LIBRARY JANUARY 2023 USER GUIDE...
Page 271 Barcode format and length 8 digits, left justified returned to host Language settings English Miscellaneous Settings Continued Auto unload (library Enabled controlled unload) Log tracing Continuous, all levels selected Ignore barcode media ID Disabled SPECTRA STACK LIBRARY JANUARY 2023 USER GUIDE...
Page 272 Screen saver Drive Defaults Drive speed and topology Auto speed/Fabric setting Drive hosting the library LUN Drive 1 or the lowest numbered existing drive Drive power All drives powered on Auto clean Disabled SPECTRA STACK LIBRARY JANUARY 2023 USER GUIDE...
Page 273: Barcode Label Specifications
Quiet zones precede and follow the start and stop characters. The barcode data string on standard Spectra Logic barcode labels consists of a start character, eight alphanumeric characters, a checksum character, and the stop character.
Page 274 When using barcode labels with alphanumeric characters along the bottom edge, the label must be positioned so that barcode is at least 13.72 mm below the top edge of the cartridge to ensure that the barcode reader can read the label. SPECTRA STACK LIBRARY JANUARY 2023 USER GUIDE...
Page 275 • Maximum label thickness, including the RFID tag, if present, together with any associated layers and adhesives cannot exceed 0.40 mm. • The label and adhesive must have an environmental performance to match or exceed the environmental specifications of the cartridge to which it is applied. SPECTRA STACK LIBRARY JANUARY 2023 USER GUIDE...
Page 276: Electrostatic Discharge
If you do not have any of the suggested equipment for proper grounding, have an authorized reseller install the part. Note: For more information on static electricity, or assistance with product installation, contact your authorized reseller. SPECTRA STACK LIBRARY JANUARY 2023 USER GUIDE...
Page 277: Power Consumption And Cooling Requirements
Power Heat Load, Consumption Continuous Component (watts) (BTU/hour) Spectra Stack with 3 Full- Height Drives Spectra Stack with 6 Half- Height Drives 3011 Spectra Stack and 6 Expansion Modules with 21 Full-Height Drives 1471...
Page 278 • Read/write: 31 Read/write: 106 Full-Height LTO-7 Fibre Channel or • Read/write: 31 Read/write: 106 SAS Half-Height LTO-6 Fibre Channel • Read/write: 28 Read/write: 95 LTO-5, Fibre Channel • Read/write: 37 Read/write: 126 SPECTRA STACK LIBRARY JANUARY 2023 USER GUIDE...
Page 279: Lto Tape Drive Specifications
Assuming a 2.5:1 compression ratio. Compression throughput depends on the type of data. This is a per-drive value. Total sustained transfer rate for the library depends on the number of drives installed in the library. SPECTRA STACK LIBRARY JANUARY 2023 USER GUIDE...
Page 280 This is a per-drive value. Total sustained transfer rate for the library depends on the number of drives installed in the library. A 1.5 Gb interface speed does not stream an LTO-8 drive at 360 MB/second. SPECTRA STACK LIBRARY JANUARY 2023 USER GUIDE...
Page 281 Assuming a 2.5:1 compression ratio. Compression throughput depends on the type of data. This is a per-drive value. Total sustained transfer rate for the library depends on the number of drives installed in the library. SPECTRA STACK LIBRARY JANUARY 2023 USER GUIDE...
Page 282 This is a per-drive value. Total sustained transfer rate for the library depends on the number of drives installed in the library. A 1 Gb interface speed will not stream an LTO-6 drive at 160 MB/second. SPECTRA STACK LIBRARY JANUARY 2023 USER GUIDE...
Page 283 Idle: 7.5 watts Assuming a 2:1 compression ratio. Compression throughput depends on the type of data. This is a per-drive value. A 1 Gb interface speed will not stream an LTO-5 drive at 140 MB/second. SPECTRA STACK LIBRARY JANUARY 2023 USER GUIDE...
Page 284: Appendix B - Regulatory Information
The CE mark is a mandatory conformity mark on many products placed on the single market in the European Economic Area (EEA). The CE marking certifies that a product has met EU consumer safety, health or environmental requirements. SPECTRA STACK LIBRARY JANUARY 2023 USER GUIDE...
Page 285: Ccl Mark
• Increase the distance between the affected device and the computer equipment. • Plug the computer and its peripherals into a different branch circuit from that used by the affected device. • If necessary, consult an experienced radio/television technician for additional suggestions. SPECTRA STACK LIBRARY JANUARY 2023 USER GUIDE...
Page 286: Canadian Verification
APPENDIX B - REGULATORY INFORMATION ANADIAN VERIFICATION This Class A digital apparatus meets all requirements of the Canadian Interference- Causing Equipment Regulations (ICES-003, Class A). SPECTRA STACK LIBRARY JANUARY 2023 USER GUIDE...

Spectra Stack Tape Library User Manual

Chapter 1 - Product Overview

Chapter 2 - Using the Bluevision Interface

Chapter 3 - Configuring the Library

Chapter 4 - Operating the Library

Chapter 5 - Viewing Library Status

Chapter 6 - Configuring and Using Media Lifecycle Management

Chapter 7 - Maintaining the Library

Chapter 8 - Library Troubleshooting

Chapter 9 - Event Codes

Chapter 10 - Technical Support

Appendix A - Specifications

Appendix B - Regulatory Information

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