Description; Features - ADIC FastStor 2 User Manual

Your autoloader provides automated data storage, archival, backup, and retrieval for a range of systems
from desktop workstations to small office local area networks to storage area networks. The standard
product is designed for use in a general office environment, and has a fully finished appearance for use on
a desktop; however, it can be installed easily into a rack.
The autoloader contains one drive and 8 fixed storage locations for tape media. There is a single slot door
located on the front of the autoloader for inserting and removing tapes. A carousel mechanism is used to
move tape within the autoloader, and a robotic picker is used to either move a tape from the carousel to the
drive, or from the carousel to the media access door. There is an operator panel located on the front of the
unit for operator interface. The unit is also equipped with a Remote Management Unit (RMU), which
provides remote autoloader operation through a web browser.
It is compatible with most operating systems and environments that support the SCSI interface, but requires
either direct support from the operating system or a compatible backup application to take full advantage of
its many features. For specific information about your autoloader, including autoloader capacity, drive
information, and physical size, see

Features

Your autoloader has the following features:
• Multi-function Operator Panel—The autoloader operator panel consists of four LEDs, four
buttons, and an LCD screen. The operator panel provides everything you need to monitor
autoloader status and to control all of its functions.
• Remote Management Access—With the RMU you can connect to your autoloader over Ethernet
and use your web browser to manage operations. All available functions are accessible without the
need of a dedicated or separate software.
• Cleaning Cartridge—Although the cleaning cartridge can occupy a cartridge storage slot in the
autoloader (facilitating automated cleaning cycles), manual insertion of a cleaning cartridge is
permitted by importing the cleaning cartridge through the operator panel.
• Cartridge Pre-Check—Whenever you power up your autoloader, it will scan the cartridge storage
slots and the drive and then build a log of valid cartridge locations.
• Reverse Cartridge Protection—The import/export cartridge storage slot is designed to prevent
the cartridges from being inserted incorrectly.
• Built-in Diagnostics—Your autoloader includes diagnostic firmware that tells you when drive head
cleaning is required, reports diagnostic results, and drive operating status.
• Barcode Reader—The barcode reader delivers instant media verification and inventory.
FastStor 2 User's Guide
Specifications on page 59.

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