Running Library Diagnostic Tests - HP StorageWorks MSL5000 series User Manual

Troubleshooting

Running Library Diagnostic Tests

Use the following procedure to run internal tests of library functions.
describes these tests.
1. From the library Status screen, select Menu.
2. Under the Utilities area, select Diagnostics.
3. Select the test to want to run.
Note:
Table 13: Library Diagnostic Tests
Cartridge Cycle
Drive Cycle
Barcode Cycle
Inventory
Sensor Test
Vertical Calibration
(available in four-drive models only)
176
Available tests are dependent on the library model and specified user level.
Test
HP StorageWorks MSL5000 and MSL6000 Series Tape Libraries User Guide
Description
Cycles cartridges continuously and
randomly in bins and mail slots,
displaying a count of the type of cycle
on the control panel. Press the Start
button to begin the test and the Stop
button end to end the test.
Cycles cartridges continuously and
randomly in bins, mail slots, and drives,
displaying a count of the type of cycle
on the control panel. Press the Start
button to begin the test and the Stop
button end to end the test.
Scans all bar codes continuously, listing
those read and the number of times a
full library scan has been done. Press
the Start button to begin the test and the
Stop button end to end the test.
Physically scans the entire library to
determine which slots and drives contain
tapes and reads all barcode labels.
Tests all the hall effect sensors and lists
their status.
Calibrates the vertical lifters to correct
limits. This test is typically used when
vertical lifters are replaced.
Table 13