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Spectra Logic T-Series Spectra T950 Supplementary Manual

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Spectra
T950 Library
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Site Preparation Guide
PN 90940015 Revision D
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  • Page 1 Spectra T950 Library ® Site Preparation Guide PN 90940015 Revision D...
  • Page 2 License You are about to acquire a Spectra T950 library that includes software owned or licensed by Spectra Logic from one or more software licensors (“Software Suppliers”). Such software products, as well as associated media, printed materials and “online”...

  • Page 3: Spectra Logic Contact Information

    AC Power Warning: Risk of electrical shock. Use caution when removing the library’s side panels. Spectra Logic recommends turning off the power to the library before removing the side panels. Warnung: Es besteht das Risiko eines Stromschlags. Gehen Sie äußerst vorsichtig vor, wenn Sie die seitlichen Panels der Library entfernen.
  • Page 4 Moving the Library Caution: If the library is loaded with media in TeraPack® containers, it is possible that the TeraPack containers may move within their chambers when the library is moved. Check to make sure that all TeraPack containers are flush in their chambers before restarting the library.

  • Page 5: Table Of Contents

    Contents Introduction About This Guide ........7 About the Spectra T950 Library .

  • Page 7: Introduction

    Introduction About This Guide This guide describes site preparation for the installation of a Spectra T950 library. It includes precautions for safety and handling, as well as facility requirements for the library’s environment, cabling, and placement. This guide also covers library specifications and a checklist that helps to ensure that your site is prepared before your library arrives at your site.
  • Page 8 Introduction Each TeraPack case holds 10 LTO tapes 10 SAIT tapes, or 9 SDLT tapes. Each cartridge in the TeraPack case is bar-coded, along with each TeraPack case itself, so that all cartridges and TeraPack cases are unique and able to be rapidly scanned and identified.

  • Page 9: Precautions

    Precautions Installation Precautions The Spectra T950 library will be installed for you by a certified Spectra Logic field engineer. Do not attempt to install the library yourself. Library Placement Precautions Data Center Flooring The installed single-frame library can weigh up to approximately 2,156 pounds (978 kg) when fully loaded with the maximum number of tape drives and cartridges.

  • Page 10: Safety And Handling Precautions

    T950s, refer to Cascade Weight on page 20. Once loaded with all of its tape drives, QIPs, TeraPack cases, and media, the installed library should not be moved. If it must be moved, contact Spectra Logic Technical Support for recommendations. Precautions...

  • Page 11: Facility Requirements

    Direct Internet and E-Mail Access The Spectra T950 library offers advanced features for accessing firmware updates directly from Spectra Logic and for monitoring and reporting library status. Spectra Logic recommends configuring your library to use these features, although they are not necessary for the library to function.

  • Page 12: Environmental Requirements

    Regular inspection and replacement of the air filter is necessary to keep the library functioning at optimal levels; Spectra Logic recommends that the filter be inspected at least once every three months and replaced as frequently as necessary.
  • Page 13 Note: Proper electrical wiring must be completed prior to installation. The following table shows the specific Spectra T950 library power cables used different geographical areas. 200-240-volt Ac Power Cables And Plugs Part Length Number 5500 4.5m / 14.7 ft 7029 4.5m / 14.7 ft 6805 2.5m / 8.2 ft...

  • Page 14: Library Placement Requirements

    Note: Spectra Logic is not responsible for damage caused to the library or its surroundings if the floor is not adequately reinforced, or if the library is installed on soft flooring, such as carpet.
  • Page 15 Figure 3. A top view of Spectra T950 library service access dimensions. Spectra Logic recommends a working area of at least 24 inches of space around the front, back, and right side of the unit. This presents a total space requirement of 4 feet 6.65 inches (138.8 centimeters) wide by 7 feet 7.25 inches (231.8 centimeters)
  • Page 16 Service Access for Multiple Frames The Spectra T950 library can be expanded by adding frames to form a cascade. Multiple additional frames can be added on to the right of the primary frame, totalling the equivalent of 8 frames. Service access requirements are shown below. Total Depth 91.25 in.
  • Page 17 Leaving a minimum of 24 inches (61 cm) at both the right and left sides of the cascade permits faster servicing. This space also lets you view internal library operations in progress. If 24 inches of space is not available for either the right or left hand side of the library, it must be possible to move the adjoining racks/ equipment to access both the right and left hand side.

  • Page 18: Library Specifications

    Library Specifications Single-Frame Library Physical Specifications Single-Frame Library Dimensions The following tables show the physical specifications of a single-frame Spectra T950 library. These specifications should be referenced for the installation of a single-frame library. Single-Frame Library Dimensions Height (With Cover) Width (With Cover) Depth...

  • Page 19: Physical Specifications Of Library Cascades

    Using a Weight Distribution Plate If you would like to install the library on a weight-distributing plate, Spectra Logic recommends a steel plate with the minimum dimensions of 1/4 X 36 X 30 inches (0.6 X 91.4 X 76.2 cm).
  • Page 20 Specifications for Multi-Frame Cascades Frames 43.25 in. Depth (109.9 cm) a. All specifications are approximate and subject to change. The library’s overall height, the TeraPack Access Port (TAP) opening, and rear access door clearances on a cascade of any size remain the same as on the single- frame Spectra T950 library.
  • Page 21 A fully loaded media expansion frame—i.e., 130 loaded TeraPack cases installed— weighs approximately 1,363 pounds (618 kg). Load per leveler foot on a fully loaded media expansion frame chassis is approximately 341 lbs. (155 kg) or approximately 228 lbs. per square inch (16 kg per square cm), assuming even weight distribution.
  • Page 22 Note: The installation itself will be performed by a certified Spectra Logic field representative. The information provided below is for your reference only; it is not an installation guide. TeraPack Chambers TAPs Fan Module Transporter (covered by air filter) Pathway Figure 4.

  • Page 23: Capacity Specifications

    Capacity Specifications Primary Library Frame The Spectra T950 library’s primary frame is available in two different slot configurations, depending on the number of tape drives installed. The number of drives for each slot configuration may vary, however, between 4 and 24 drives. Together, configurations of drives and slots vary as follows: •...
  • Page 24 Media Expansion Frame TeraPack Drives Cases Slots 1300 a. Specifications are subject to change at any time without notice. LTO / SAIT - Native TB LTO-4 LTO-3 LTO-2 SAIT 1040 SDLT - Native TB Slots SDLT 600 SDLT 320 1170...

  • Page 25: Preparing For Installation

    Space and Weight Capacity Requirements Storage specifications for the library and components crates are shown below. Make sure before the crates arrive that your storage area can accommodate all crates. Library Crate Storage Specifications Crate Height...

  • Page 26: Moving The Library

    The Spectra T950 library should not be tilted as it is moved. Caution: If you tilt the library, Spectra Logic is not responsible for any damage caused to the library or its components, or for any damage caused to your site.

  • Page 27: Preparing The Site For Installation

    Preparing the Site for Installation Your Spectra T950 library will be installed for you by a certified Spectra Logic field representative. Do not attempt to install the library yourself. The following information is provided to ensure that the site of installation meets the necessary requirements before the Spectra Logic field representative arrives.
  • Page 28 Preparing for Installation When installing a Spectra T950 library with two frames or more, make sure that the equipment on either side of the multi-frame library can be maneuvered clear of the library side panels.

  • Page 29: Site Preparation Checklist

    Preparing for Library Delivery Refer to Storing The Library on page 25 for specification tables. The receiving/storage area can handle the size and weight of each crated library as well as the crate of library components. Preparing to Move and Unpack the Library Refer to Moving the Library on page 26 for specification tables.

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