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Spectra Logic T-Series Spectra T24 Quick Start Manual

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  • Page 1 ® Spectra T24 Library Quick Start GUIDE PN 90900001 Revision A...
  • Page 2 If you do not agree to the above, do not use the library; instead, promptly contact Spectra Logic for instructions on how to return the library for a refund.

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Contents Chapter 1. Introduction About This Guide ............. . 5 Library Overview .
  • Page 4 Contacting Spectra Logic ........

  • Page 5: Chapter 1. Introduction

    Introduction About This Guide This guide contains information pertinent to the Spectra T24 library, including: • Library overview • Site preparation • Library set-up Intended Audience This guide addresses installers and users of the Spectra T24 library.

  • Page 6: Library Overview

    Library Overview Library Front Figure 1-1 shows the components on the front of the library. LED Ready LED drive clean Left magazine Left magazine with mail slot Figure 1-1 The components located on the front of the Spectra T24 library. 1.
  • Page 7 Figure 1-2 shows the components on the back of the library. Power connector Figure 1-2 The back of the Spectra T24 library. 1. Introduction Ethernet port Serial port USB port (host) Foil label SCSI port storage location Tape drive trays Shipping lock storage location Drive LED...

  • Page 8: Chapter 2. Preparing And Rack-Mounting The T24

    This chapter review preparation for installing the T24 library, including Items Shipped with the Library, below, and Mounting the Library in the Rack on page 10. Items Shipped with the Library The following items are shipped with Spectra T24 libraries: •...

  • Page 9: Removing The Shipping Lock

    Removing the Shipping Lock Caution: Remove the shipping lock prior to library power on, or risk damage to the T24. The shipping lock prevents the robotic transport mechanism from moving during shipment, protecting the robotics from damage. The shipping lock is located on top of the library, help in place with a label. Remove the label and the shipping lock, and store them on the back panel of the library in case you need to ship the T24.

  • Page 10: Mounting The Library In The Rack

    Mounting the Library in the Rack Warning: The Spectra 24 weights about 34 lb. / 16 kg. To reduce the risk of personal injury, obtain adequate assistance when lifting and stabilizing the library. Caution: Select a rack location that is low enough so that rack will not tip over if the library is installed (for example, if the rack is empty and you place the library high in the rack, you risk having the rack tip).
  • Page 11 2. Preparing and Rack-Mounting the T24 Install rails on the T24 library.
  • Page 12 2. Preparing and Rack-Mounting the T24 Load the library into the rack and secure it.

  • Page 13: Chapter 3. Cabling And Configuring Your Library

    3 Cabling and Configuring Your Library Cabling and Powering On the T24 Shut down the host server. Attach one end of the SCSI cable to one of the connectors on the back panel of the library. Attach the other end of the SCSI cable. Note: Use an LVDS host bus adaptor, to maximize performance.

  • Page 14: Configuring The T24

    Attach the library’s power cord into the library’s AC inlet and then into the wall socket. Attaching the power cable Press the power button on the front of the library to turn on the T24 library. Confirm that the host sees the library and drives. Configuring the T24 Setting the IP Address using the T24 Front Panel Use the front panel to set the library’s IP address.
  • Page 15 Press Enter and Next as appropriate to set every digit of the new, optionally temporary, IP address. If necessary, set the Subnet address and the Gateway address in the same manner. Configure the T24 using a Web Browser Use any HTML/Web browser to configure the T24, now that you know its IP address. Login as a user with sufficient permissions to configure the library.

  • Page 16: Using The T24

    Using the T24 Use your backup software to load LTO tape cartridges and set up backups. Make sure every LTO tape cartridge is bar coded, then inserted in the library as shown by the arrow on the tape. 3. Cabling and Configuring Your Library Attaching a bar code label properly.

  • Page 17: Chapter 4. Items To Have On Hand

    Either way, you will never have to deal with a duplicate bar code problem. Certified Media from Spectra Logic comes with a guarantee, plain and simple. Spectra Logic’s bar codes carry the same lifetime guarantee that protects each Certified Media cartridge. The...

  • Page 18: Media Accessories

    4. Items to Have On Hand Media Accessories Cleaning Cartridges Drive head cleaning is necessary for optimal drive operation. Spectra Logic offers certified cleaning cartridges for Spectra T24 library tape drives, in bar-coded and non-bar-coded formats. Bar Code Labels Spectra Logic offers high-contrast, high-resolution labels for reliable operation. Labels can be ordered in standard or custom formats.

  • Page 19: How To Order Media And Media Accessories

    How To Order Media and Media Accessories You can easily purchase media and accessories in the online store on Spectra Logic’s Web site, or by contacting your sales representative. Media Item LTO-2 Bar Code Labels LTO-2 Certified Media Pack LTO-2...

  • Page 20: Spectra T24 Library Warranty

    5 Warranty & Contact Information Spectra T24 Library Warranty Spectra Logic warrants the tape library to be in good working order for a period of one full year from the date of shipment from Spectra Logic or an authorized Spectra Logic dealer. Should...
  • Page 21 Spectra Logic be liable to you for any damages, including any lost profits, lost savings, or other incidental or consequential damages arising out of the use of or inability to use such product, even if Spectra Logic has been advised of the possibility of such damages, or for any claim by any other party.

  • Page 22: Contacting Spectra Logic

    Contacting Spectra Logic Sales United States and Canada Mexico, Central America, South America, Asia, Australia, and New Zealand Europe, Africa, and Middle East SpectraGuard Technical Support United States and Canada Mexico, Central America, South America, Asia, Australia, and New Zealand Europe, Africa, and Middle East 5.
  • Page 23 Spectra Logic Corporation 1700 N 55th Street Boulder Colorado 80303 USA 800.833.1132 303.449.6400 Spectra Logic Europe Limited Magdalen Centre Robert Robinson Avenue Oxford Science Park Oxford UK OX44 7 RW +44 (0) 870.112.2150...

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