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  • Page 1 StorageTek™ SL500 Modular Library System User’s Guide Part Number 96116 Revision: KA...
  • Page 3 StorageTek SL500 Modular Library System User’s Guide 96116 Revision: KA Sun Microsystems, Inc. www.sun.com Part No. 96116 July 2008, Revision: KA Submit comments about this document at: http://www.sun.com/hwdocs/feedback...
  • Page 4 Sun Microsystems, Inc. www.sun.com Submit comments about this document at: http://www.sun.com/hwdocs/feedback...
  • Page 5 Copyright 2007, 2008 Sun Microsystems, Inc., 4150 Network Circle, Santa Clara, Californie 95054, Etats-Unis. Tous droits réservés. Sun Microsystems, Inc. a les droits de propriété intellectuels relatants à la technologie qui est décrit dans ce document. En particulier, et sans la limitation, ces droits de propriété intellectuels peuvent inclure un ou plus des brevets américains énumérés à...
  • Page 6 vi SL500 User’s Guide • July 2008 Revision: KA • 96116...

  • Page 7: Summary Of Changes

    Summary of Changes Date Revision Description 132072 September 2004 Initial release 111939 October 2004 Refer to this edition for a description of the changes. 111956 January 2005 Refer to this edition for a description of the changes. 128083 May 2005 Refer to this edition for a description of the changes.
  • Page 8 EC000258 February 2008 Added information regarding the Library Partitioning feature: Chapter 1, “General Information”—Summary of ■ library partitioning. Chapter 6, “Library Partitioning”—Detailed ■ descriptions of the concepts, tasks, and SL Console screens involved in library partitioning. Added information regarding the Web-launched SL Console feature: Chapter 2, “StorageTek Library ■...
  • Page 9 Appendix B, “Web-based SL Console Chapter 5, “Capacity on Demand”—New ■ ■ Server”—Moved to Appendix C. No chapter describing the new Capacity on Demand substantive changes. feature. Glossary—Updated. Capacity on Demand Features and Restrictions ■ ■ Index—Updated. Implementing Changes to Licensed Capacity ■...
  • Page 10 x SL500 User’s Guide • July 2008 Revision: KA • 96116...

  • Page 11: Table Of Contents

    Contents Summary of Changes vii Contents xi Figures xxiii Tables xxv Preface xxvii Organization xxvii Alert Messages xxviii Conventions xxix Related Documentation xxx Additional Information xxxi Sun’s external Web Site xxxi SunSolve and Helpful Links xxxi Partners Site xxxi SL500 Introduction 1 Views and Locations 2 Library with LTO Storage Cells 4 LTO Library Configurations 4...
  • Page 12 Mixed-Media Library Configurations 7 Mixed-Media Library Internal Addressing 7 Mixed-Media Storage Cell and Drive Capacities 8 Adding Mixed-Media Storage Cell Capacity 9 Controls and Indicators 10 Power Switch 10 Power Supply LED 10 Drive Tray LED 10 Keypad 11 RLC Card Indicators 14 Tape Drives and Cartridges 15 LTO Tape Drives and Cartridges 16 SDLT/DLT-S4 Tape Drives and Cartridges 17...
  • Page 13 Log in to the SL Console 29 ▼ Log Off the SL Console 29 ▼ Change a User Password 29 ▼ SL Console Screen Display 30 Synchronizing the Display With the Controller Database 31 Modifying the Screen Layout 32 Local Operator Panel 33 Enter Data Using the Keypad 33 ▼...
  • Page 14 SL Console Help 55 Access the SL Console Help 55 ▼ Help Navigation 55 Tips for Using the SL Console Help 56 SL500 Automated Library Operations 57 Automated Mode of Operation 57 Cartridge Mount and Dismount Activities 57 Mount Sequence 57 Dismount Sequence 58 Determining When the Library is Not in Automated Mode Library and Device Status 59...
  • Page 15 Display CAP Summary Information 81 Display Current CAP Status 82 Display CAP Properties 83 Cartridge Management Tasks 84 Enter Cartridges Through the CAP 85 Eject Cartridges Through the CAP 87 List Library Cartridges 88 Move a Specified Cartridge by VOLID 89 Move a Cartridge From a Specified Location 93 Drive Management Tasks 98 Display Drive Summary Information 99...
  • Page 16 Display Current Library Licenses 125 Delete a License Key File 126 Licensing Screen Reference 129 License Management > Current License 130 License Management > Install License 133 Capacity on Demand 137 Capacity on Demand Features and Restrictions 137 Terminology 138 Planning Library Capacity 138 LTO Licensed Capacity by Module 139 Mixed Media Licensed Capacity by Module 139...
  • Page 17 Host SCSI Element Address 149 Storage Cells and Drives 150 Partitions and CAPs 151 Common CAP 151 Split CAP 151 CAP Operations 151 Orphaned Cartridges in Partitioned Libraries 152 Partitioning Process 153 Partition Configuration Process 153 SL Console Partition Workspace 153 Partitioning Task Summary 155 Partition Configuration Tasks 156 Review Partitioning Instructions 157...
  • Page 18 Eject Cartridges From a Partitioned Library 190 Partition Screen Reference 193 Partition Summary Screens 194 Partitions—Instructions (Step 1) 195 Partitions—Summary (Step 2) 197 Partitions—Summary (Step 2)—Add Connection 201 Partitions—Summary (Step 2)—Delete Connection 203 Partitions—Summary (Step 2)—Modify Connection 204 Partitions—Summary (Step 2)—Add Partition 206 Partitions—Summary (Step 2)—Delete Partition 208 Partitions—Summary (Step 2)—Modify Partition 209 Partition Design and Commit Screens 211...
  • Page 19 Physical Audit 252 Verified Audit 253 Robot Diagnostic Moves 254 Target Address Range 254 Pool Address Range 255 Move Access Order 255 Sequential Access Order 255 Random Access Order 255 Diagnostic Move Control Functions 256 Troubleshooting 257 Diagnostic and Utility Tasks 259 Event Monitor Tasks 260 Display an Event Monitor 261 Spool Event Monitor Data to a File 263...
  • Page 20 SNMP Support 299 Trap Levels 299 Port Control 300 Access Control 300 SNMP Configuration and Usage Tasks 301 Add SNMP Users 302 Delete SNMP Users 303 Add Trap Recipients 304 Delete Trap Recipients 305 Set Up Port Control 306 Transfer the Library MIB File 307 Manual Operations 309 Library Safety 309 Cards and Power Supply 309...
  • Page 21 SL500 Wall Diagrams and Specifications 331 LTO Configurations 332 Mixed-Media Configurations 337 Specifications 342 Library Component Weights 345 Library Environment 345 Power Specifications 346 Cartridge Information 347 Handling Cartridges 347 Inspecting Cartridges 348 Maintaining Cartridges 348 Cartridge Requirements 348 Ordering Cartridges and Labels 349 LTO (Ultrium) Cartridges 350 Valid Labels 350 Write-protect Switch 353...
  • Page 22 Windows 2000 Sun Java System Web Server Installation Errors 386 Windows MSVCP60.dll Error 386 Remedy for Windows MSVCP60.dll Error 387 ▼ Solaris 9 & 10 Sun Java System Web Server Installation Errors 388 Java Home Error 388 Remedy for Solaris Java Home Error 388 ▼...

  • Page 23: Figures

    Figures Front View of Library Components 2 FIGURE 1-1 Back View of Library Components 3 FIGURE 1-2 Buttons and Indicators 12 FIGURE 1-3 Robotics Components 20 FIGURE 1-4 Hand Assembly 21 FIGURE 1-5 Library Interfaces Locations 24 FIGURE 1-6 Base Module Magazine Comparison 86 FIGURE 3-1 Library Partition Example 147 FIGURE 6-1...
  • Page 24 Apply the Utrium Cartridge Label 353 FIGURE B-3 Set the LTO Write-Protect Switch 353 FIGURE B-4 SDLT Cartridge Components 355 FIGURE B-5 Apply the SDLT Cartridge Label 356 FIGURE B-6 SDLT Cartridge Labels 357 FIGURE B-7 Set the SDLT Write-Protect Switch 358 FIGURE B-8 xxiv SL500 User’s Guide •...
  • Page 25 Tables LTO Storage Cell and Tape Drive Capacities 5 TABLE 1-1 Mixed-Media Storage Cell and Tape Drive Capacities 9 TABLE 1-2 Power Supply LED 10 TABLE 1-3 Drive Tray LED 10 TABLE 1-4 Keypad Buttons and Indicators 12 TABLE 1-5 Keypad Service Required LED 13 TABLE 1-6 RLC Card Indicators 14...
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  • Page 27: Preface

    Preface This guide is intended primarily for SL500 library system administrators and operators. It can also be used by Sun StorageTek partners and support representatives. Most of the information pertains to the library hardware, the StorageTek Library Console, and related operations. For specific drive information or for client application software commands, see the appropriate drive or software documentation.

  • Page 28: Alert Messages

    Appendix C Web-launched SL Console Server. Topics and procedures for installing and configuring the Web-launched SL Console server. Glossary Definitions of new or special terms and abbreviations used in this guide. Index Alphabetical list of topics in this manual. Alert Messages Alert messages call your attention to information that is especially important or that has a unique relationship to the main text or graphic.

  • Page 29: Conventions

    Conventions Typographical conventions highlight special words, phrases, and actions in this publication. Item Example Description of Convention Buttons MENU Font and capitalization follows label on product Commands Mode Select Initial cap Document titles System Assurance Guide Italic font Emphasis not or must Italic font File names fsc.txt...

  • Page 30: Related Documentation

    Related Documentation SL500 Library Documentation Part Number SL500 Local Operator Panel Guide 96258 SL500 System Assurance Guide MT9212 SL500 SNMP Reference Guide 3161946xx Tape Drive Documentation Part Number Hewlett Packard Ultrium Tape Drive Manual CD included with drive International Business Machines (IBM) Ultrium Tape Drive Manual CD included with drive Tape Management Software Publications Part Number...

  • Page 31: Additional Information

    Additional Information Sun Microsystems, Inc. (Sun) offers several methods for you to obtain additional information. Sun’s external Web Site Sun’s external Web site provides marketing, product, event, corporate, and service information. The external Web site is accessible to anyone with a Web browser and an Internet connection.
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  • Page 33: Sl500 Introduction

    C H A P T E R SL500 Introduction This chapter provides an overview of the major hardware components of the SL500 library and library specifications. The library continues Sun StorageTek’s approach to Information Lifecycle Management by providing a highly adaptable storage platform made to specifically consolidate, protect and retain customer information.

  • Page 34: Views And Locations

    Views and Locations Views and Locations The following figures show library views and the locations of components. FIGURE 1-1 Front View of Library Components Door L204_001 1. Base module 2. Drive expansion module 3. Library door 4. Drive expansion module cartridge access port (CAP) 5.

  • Page 35: Figure 1-2 Back View Of Library Components

    Views and Locations FIGURE 1-2 Back View of Library Components 1. Base module 4. Standard power supply (see note 1) 2. Drive expansion module 5. Library power switch 3. Cartridge expansion module 6. Tape drive 1 in base unit (see note 2) 4.

  • Page 36: Library With Lto Storage Cells

    Library with LTO Storage Cells Library with LTO Storage Cells LTO Library Configurations Caution – Firmware problems: You can not mix LTO and mixed-media arrays and arrays within the same library. If you add expansion modules, the new modules must have the same type arrays as the existing modules.

  • Page 37: Lto Storage Cell And Drive Capacities

    Library with LTO Storage Cells LTO Storage Cell and Drive Capacities Note – Your software might conflict with the following information. Refer to your software publication for unique information. TABLE 1-1 shows the number of cartridge and tape drive slots available depending on the type and number of modules installed.

  • Page 38: Adding Lto Storage Cell Capacity

    Library with LTO Storage Cells TABLE 1-1 LTO Storage Cell and Tape Drive Capacities Maximum Number of Tape Total # of Drives Storage Modules Cells Cells Base module plus 1 full DEM (with 50-cartridge upgrade key) Base module plus 1 CEM Adding 2 expansion modules Base module plus 2 DEMs Base module plus 1 DEM, 1 CEM...

  • Page 39: Library With Mixed-Media Storage Cells

    Library with Mixed-Media Storage Cells Library with Mixed-Media Storage Cells Mixed-Media Library Configurations Caution – Firmware problems: You can not mix LTO and mixed-media arrays and magazines within the same library. If you add expansion modules, the new modules must have the same type arrays as the existing modules. Note –...

  • Page 40: Mixed-Media Storage Cell And Drive Capacities

    Library with Mixed-Media Storage Cells 1. Library number (always 0) 2. Library module number 1 (top of rack) through 5 (bottom of rack) 3. Row number 1 through 8 (Base Module) or 1 through 10 (expansion module) 4. Column number 1 through 9 for Base Module and Drive Expansion Module, 1 through 11 for Cartridge Expansion Module “Mixed-Media Storage Cell and Drive Capacities”...

  • Page 41: Adding Mixed-Media Storage Cell Capacity

    Library with Mixed-Media Storage Cells TABLE 1-2 Mixed-Media Storage Cell and Tape Drive Capacities Maximum Number of Tape Total # of Drives Storage Modules Cells Cells Base module 18-cartridge upgrade Adding 1 expansion module Base module plus 1 limited DEM Base module plus 1 full DEM (with 33-cartridge upgrade) Base module plus 1 CEM...

  • Page 42: Controls And Indicators

    Controls and Indicators Controls and Indicators Note – This section describes the controls and indicators that you can use to monitor and troubleshoot the library. For tape drive controls and indicators, refer to the vendor publications and Web sites. For details on the Local Operator Panel, see the SL500 Local Operator Panel Guide, p/n 96258.

  • Page 43: Keypad

    Controls and Indicators Keypad The keypad is used to: Open the door ■ Open all CAPs ■ Notify you if service is required ■ Under normal conditions, at power-on, all keypad LEDs are solidly lit. Once library applications begin: 1. All keypad LEDs turn off. 2.

  • Page 44: Figure 1-3 Buttons And Indicators

    Controls and Indicators FIGURE 1-3 Buttons and Indicators L204_014 1. Door Open button 5. Service Required LED 2. Door Open LED 6. Library Active LED 3. CAP Open button 7. Service Robot LED 4. CAP Open LED TABLE 1-5 Keypad Buttons and Indicators Buttons/Indicator Description Service Robot...

  • Page 45: Table 1-6 Keypad Service Required Led

    Controls and Indicators TABLE 1-5 Keypad Buttons and Indicators (Continued) Buttons/Indicator Description Service Required Indicator TABLE 1-6 for details. LED is normally not lit. ■ LED is lit when the library experiences a failure or is in a ■ non-ready state. Open Door Indicator LED flashes amber when the Open Door button is pressed.

  • Page 46: Rlc Card Indicators

    Controls and Indicators RLC Card Indicators The following table describes the RLC card indicators. TABLE 1-7 RLC Card Indicators Indicator Description EJECT OK Indicator LED is solid blue when the RLC card can be removed (Currently, only one RLC card is available.). FAULT Indicator LED flashes red when the controller has detected a problem.

  • Page 47: Tape Drives And Cartridges

    Tape Drives and Cartridges Tape Drives and Cartridges The library supports: Linear Tape-Open (LTO) Ultrium tape drives: ■ Hewlett-Packard LTO Gen 2, 3 and 4 (check availability for Gen 4) SCSI low ■ voltage differential (LVD) and Fibre Channel (FC) IBM LTO Gen 2, 3 and 4 (check availability for Gen 4) SCSI LVD and FC ■...

  • Page 48: Lto Tape Drives And Cartridges

    Tape Drives and Cartridges LTO Tape Drives and Cartridges Note – LTO technology was developed by IBM, Hewlett-Packard, and Seagate. LTO is an “open format’ technology, which means that users have multiple sources of product and media. This section discusses media compatibility and cartridge labels. For all other tape drive and media information, such as specifications, refer to: The specific vender Web site ■...

  • Page 49: Sdlt/Dlt-S4 Tape Drives And Cartridges

    Tape Drives and Cartridges SDLT/DLT-S4 Tape Drives and Cartridges Note – Your robotics unit must be part number 314558705 or higher to read SDLT/DLT-S4 cartridge labels. This section discusses media compatibility and cartridge labels. For all other tape drive and media information, such as specifications, refer to: The specific vender Web site ■...

  • Page 50: Cartridge Access Ports

    Cartridge Access Ports Cartridge Access Ports The cartridge access ports (CAPs) can be used to add cartridges to the library, or remove cartridges from the library without interrupting normal robotic operation. The CAP in the Base Module has one five-cell magazine. ■...

  • Page 51: Robotics Unit

    Robotics Unit Robotics Unit The robotics unit provides movement of cartridges among the storage cells, tape drives, and cartridge access ports (CAPs). The three main robotic components are, as shown in FIGURE 1-4: Z drive assembly ■ X table assembly ■...

  • Page 52: Figure 1-4 Robotics Components

    Robotics Unit The robotics unit is accessible from the front of the rack. FIGURE 1-4 Robotics Components L204_011 1. Z drive assembly 2. Hand assembly 3. Keypad assembly 4. X table assembly 20 SL500 User’s Guide • July 2008 Revision: KA • 96116...

  • Page 53: Power System

    Power System FIGURE 1-5 Hand Assembly L204_024 1. Gripper 2. Bar-code scanner 3. Wrist hub 4. Finger release screw Power System The base unit has one standard power supply. A second supply can be ordered and installed to provide redundant power to the module components. Each supply should be plugged into a separate circuit and powered-on to provide redundant power.

  • Page 54: Electronics

    Electronics Electronics The electronics consist of the control path and robotic cards in the base unit. Communications include: Command line interface (CLI) over an RS232 port ■ Public Ethernet port (The private port is for future use) ■ Point to point library/tape drive RS423 interface ■...

  • Page 55: Safety Features

    Safety Features Safety Features The following subsections describe the safety features that are incorporated into the library. Cards and Power Supply The RLC card, SCSI (MPW/RLW) or Fibre Channel (MPU2) interface card, and the power supply are housed inside protective modules to prevent you from coming into contact with hazardous voltages and sensitive electronics.

  • Page 56: Interfaces

    Interfaces Interfaces The major interfaces are: Library control path support for LVD SCSI or SCSI over Fibre Channel ■ Data path for a single-port SCSI or dual-port Fibre Channel tape drive ■ Cartridge access ports and sensors for indicating a door open or closed condition ■...

  • Page 57: Tape Management Software

    Tape Management Software Tape Management Software The tape management software provides the instructions to perform tape read and write operations and robotic move operations. When the library is in automated mode, these operations occur without manual intervention. The software determines where the cartridge is located by accessing audit data uploaded from the library.
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  • Page 59: Storagetek Library Console

    C H A P T E R StorageTek Library Console Introduction The StorageTek Library Console (SL Console) is a Java-based software application that provides a graphical user interface (GUI) for monitoring and managing the StorageTek library. Following are some of the activities you can perform with the SL Console: Manage available library storage capacity ■...

  • Page 60: Sl Console Security

    SL Console Security SL Console Security Security features built into the SL Console control both user authentication and user authorization. The security features include: User IDs – User IDs control user authentication. Each user must have a valid, active ■ user ID and password to log in to the SL Console.

  • Page 61: Sl Console Usage Tasks

    SL Console Usage Tasks SL Console Usage Tasks Log in to the SL Console ■ Log Off the SL Console ■ Change a User Password ■ Log in to the SL Console ▼ Login procedures depend on the SL Console mode being used. For detailed instructions, see the following topics: “Log in to the Local Operator Panel”...

  • Page 62: Sl Console Screen Display

    SL Console Screen Display SL Console Screen Display The following figure and table explain the components of the SL Console screen. Component Name Description Menu bar—includes the Tools menu provides access to System Detail, Reports, Tools Menu and the Monitors, Utilities, Partitioning, User Management, and Help Menu Log off functions.

  • Page 63: Synchronizing The Display With The Controller Database

    SL Console Screen Display Component Name Description Work area Location of the screen data. Library health indicator Identifies the library to which the SL Console is connected, and displays a graphical representation of the library health. UserID indicator Displays the user ID currently logged in to the SL Console. Server communication Displays a graphical heartbeat monitor indicating the state of health indicator...

  • Page 64: Modifying The Screen Layout

    SL Console Screen Display Modifying the Screen Layout Note – This feature is available starting with SL Console version FRS_3.30. It is available on selected screens only. You can modify the layout and display of selected SL Console screens as follows. TABLE 2-1 Screen Display Modifications Display Option Instructions...

  • Page 65: Local Operator Panel

    Local Operator Panel Local Operator Panel The local operator panel is an optional feature of the library, which is built in to the Base Module on the SL500. It enables you to run most of the SL Console application directly at the library from a flat-screen display with a touch-screen interface. The local operator panel has the following features: Flat-panel display, resident within the library (8-inch on the SL500) ■...

  • Page 66: Log In To The Local Operator Panel

    Local Operator Panel Log in to the Local Operator Panel ▼ Note – Only one user at a time can log in to the local operator panel. Note – If the touch-screen panel is blank, touch the screen anywhere to activate the Login screen.

  • Page 67: Standalone Sl Console

    Standalone SL Console Standalone SL Console The standalone SL Console is a standard feature of the StorageTek library. It enables you to run the SL Console application remotely from a PC or workstation that has a network connection to the library. Using the standalone SL Console you can connect to any library for which you have a valid user ID.

  • Page 68: Standalone Sl Console Installation

    Standalone SL Console Standalone SL Console Installation Note – Your StorageTek CSE may have performed these procedures for you during library installation. To install the standalone SL Console on your PC or workstation, you must use the following procedures: “Download and Initiate the Standalone SL Console Installer from the Sun Download Site”...
  • Page 69 Standalone SL Console 1. Start the installer program according to the instructions in “Download and Initiate the Standalone SL Console Installer from the Sun Download Site” on page The License Agreement screen appears. 2. Review the information, and click I accept. The Introduction screen appears.
  • Page 70 Standalone SL Console 3. Review the information, and click Next. The Choose Install Folder screen appears. 4. Enter the location where you want to install the file, and click Next. The Choose Shortcut Folder screen appears. 5. Enter the location where you want to create the shortcut icon, and click Next. 38 SL500 User’s Guide •...
  • Page 71 Standalone SL Console Note – On Solaris, the default location for shortcuts is the user’s home directory. However, shortcuts cannot be created in /, which is the root user’s home, so if you are installing on a Solaris platform as root you must choose something other than the default location.
  • Page 72 Standalone SL Console 7. When the installation finishes, the Install Complete screen appears. 8. Review the information and click Done to exit the installation program. 40 SL500 User’s Guide • July 2008 Revision: KA • 96116...

  • Page 73: Log In To The Standalone Sl Console

    Standalone SL Console Log in to the Standalone SL Console ▼ Note – Using the standalone SL Console you can connect to any library for which you have a valid user ID. 1. Start the SL Console application on your PC or workstation by doing either of the following: Double-click the SL Console icon on the desktop.

  • Page 74: Web-Launched Sl Console

    The Web-launched SL Console software is digitally signed, which guarantees that it has been issued by Sun Microsystems, Inc. and has not been altered or corrupted since it was created. As a Java Web Start process, the Web-launched SL Console includes the security features provided by the Java 2 platform.

  • Page 75: Starting The Web-Launched Sl Console On A Client

    Web-launched SL Console Starting the Web-launched SL Console on a Client You can use either of the following methods to start and log in to the Web-launched SL Console on a client: From a command line (Solaris only) or supported browser. See “Log in to the Web- ■...
  • Page 76 Web-launched SL Console 3. Start a supported Web browser on your client PC or workstation (see “Client Requirements” on page 42 for a list of supported browsers), and in the Location Bar or Address field, enter the URL of the SL Console Web Start application: http://server_ID/opel where: server_ID is either of the following:...
  • Page 77 Web-launched SL Console 5. The Opening slc.jnlp popup appears. Complete the popup as follows: a. Specify the action you want to take with the slc.jnlp file: Click the Open with Java(TM) Web Start Launcher radio button if you want to ■...
  • Page 78 Web-launched SL Console 6. If this is the first time you are running the Web-launched SL Console, a digital signature warning popup appears. Complete the popup as follows: a. Verify the Publisher. b. Optionally click the “Always trust content from the publisher” checkbox. If you make this selection, this popup will not appear during future logins.
  • Page 79 Web-launched SL Console 7. If this is the first time you are running the Web-launched SL Console, the License Agreement popup appears. Scroll down to read the complete license agreement. Click, “I accept the terms of the License Agreement”, and then click OK. 96116 •...
  • Page 80 Web-launched SL Console 8. The SL Console Login screen appears. Enter your login information, and click Log on. User ID: SLC_login Password: password Library: library_ID where: SLC_login is the SL Console user ID. ■ password is the password assigned to this user ID. ■...

  • Page 81: Log In To The Web-Launched Sl Console Using An Icon

    Web-launched SL Console Log in to the Web-launched SL Console Using an ▼ Icon Note – In order to perform this activity, you must first save the Web-launched SL Console slc.jnlp file to your client. See “Log in to the Web-launched SL Console Using a Browser or Command Line”...
  • Page 82 3. If this is the first time you are running the Web-launched SL Console, a security warning popup appears. Complete the popup as follows: a. Verify that the Publisher is Sun Microsystems, Inc. 50 SL500 User’s Guide • July 2008 Revision: KA • 96116...
  • Page 83 Web-launched SL Console b. Optionally click the “Always trust content from the publisher” checkbox. If you make this selection, this popup will not appear during future logins. c. Click Yes. 4. If this is the first time you are running the Web-launched SL Console, the License Agreement popup appears.
  • Page 84 Web-launched SL Console 5. The SL Console Login screen appears. Enter your login information, and click Log on. User ID: SLC_login Password: password Library: library_ID where: SLC_login is the SL Console user ID. ■ password is the password assigned to this user ID. ■...

  • Page 85: Sl Console Reports

    SL Console Reports SL Console Reports The SL Console reports provide information on the library and its associated devices (for example, drives, robots, and CAPs), events, and tape cartridges. You can use the library reports to monitor library activity and identify potential problems. In addition to displaying the reports on-screen, you can save the report data to a file, which you can then print or include in e-mail.

  • Page 86: Report Options Bar

    SL Console Reports Report Options Bar The Options bar on each report allows you to perform the following functions: Search the report for a specified text string ■ Update the report with current data ■ Save the data to a file ■...

  • Page 87: Sl Console Help

    SL Console Help SL Console Help The SL Console Help displays information for library operators, system programmers, system administrators, and service representatives. Note – The information relates specifically to the SL Console only. For information about library hardware, tape drives, or host software, see the appropriate product publication.

  • Page 88: Tips For Using The Sl Console Help

    SL Console Help The top of the SL Console Help screen includes the following navigation buttons. Button Action Back Retraces your steps, going backward one topic at a time. Forward Retraces your steps, going forward one topic at a time. Print Displays the Print popup, which allows you to print one or more topics:...

  • Page 89: Sl500 Automated Library Operations

    C H A P T E R SL500 Automated Library Operations Automated Mode of Operation When in automated mode of operation, the library automatically mounts and dismounts cartridges without physical intervention by a person. Automated operations include the following activities: Mounting and dismounting cartridges ■...

  • Page 90: Dismount Sequence

    Automated Mode of Operation Dismount Sequence A simplified dismount sequence involves the following steps: 1. A host requests that a specific VOLID be dismounted from a drive. 2. The library controller transmits to the host that the VOLID is located in the drive and the library is available to satisfy the dismount request.

  • Page 91: Library And Device Status

    Library and Device Status Library and Device Status The SL Console screen displays health indicators for each of the following devices: Library ■ Drives ■ CAPs ■ Power supplies ■ Robots (HandBot) ■ The following table describes the health monitor indicators. Indicator Description Comm Current status of the communication channel between the SL Console and...

  • Page 92: Communications Failures

    Library and Device Status Indicator Description An error. This icon appears when the server response takes longer than 30 seconds. Userid Userid currently logged in to the SL Console. Library Library to which the SL Console is connected, and a graphical representation of the current health of the library and its devices.

  • Page 93: Cap Operations

    CAP Operations CAP Operations Note – This section describes general CAP activities applying to all libraries. For specific information on CAP activities in partitioned libraries, see “Partitions and CAPs” on page 151. CAPs (cartridge access ports) allow a library operator to enter or eject cartridges to or from the library.

  • Page 94: Cartridge Management

    Cartridge Management Cartridge Management Recovery Moves Note – This feature is available starting with SL500 firmware version 1026 and SL Console version 2.40. Using the recovery move diagnostic function, you can move a cartridge from one location to another. For example: You can return a cartridge to its original location from a CAP cell, drive, or another ■...

  • Page 95: Drive Cleaning

    Drive Cleaning Drive Cleaning The library tape drives require periodic cleaning to prevent read and write errors. The library supports two methods of drive cleaning: Automatic Cleaning ■ Manual Cleaning ■ Cleaning Cartridges Note – You must use cleaning cartridges whose media types are compatible with the drive types in the library.

  • Page 96: Manual Cleaning

    Drive Cleaning Manual Cleaning If auto clean is disabled, you must initiate drive clean operations manually. To verify whether a drive needs cleaning, you can use the SL Console to display a drive’s cleaning status and the date when it was last cleaned. Even if auto clean is enabled, you may want to clean a drive before it is due.

  • Page 97: Automated Operation Tasks

    Automated Operation Tasks Automated Operation Tasks Library automated operation tasks are divided into the following categories: “Library Management Tasks” on page 66 ■ “CAP Management Tasks” on page 80 ■ “Cartridge Management Tasks” on page 84 ■ “Drive Management Tasks” on page 98 ■...

  • Page 98: Library Management Tasks

    Library Management Tasks Library Management Tasks Task Page Display Library Status Display Library Configuration Information Set the Library Fibre Channel Port Address Display Library Controller Properties Display Library Physical Configuration Display Library Statistics Display a Library Report Search a Library Report Save Library Report Data to a File 66 SL500 User’s Guide •...

  • Page 99: Display Library Status

    Library Management Tasks Display Library Status ▼ View the current operational state of the library. These values are updated whenever there is host activity, background operations, or operator activity. Note – This information is also available through Reports > Library Details. See “Display a Library Report”...

  • Page 100: Display Library Configuration Information

    Library Management Tasks Display Library Configuration Information ▼ Use this procedure to display the physical, mechanical, and logical configuration of the library. Some of the information can is set up automatically during library initialization, while other information can be defined by the user. Note –...

  • Page 101: Set The Library Fibre Channel Port Address

    Library Management Tasks Set the Library Fibre Channel Port Address ▼ If the control path for the library is Fibre Channel, you must enable the Library’s Fibre Channel Port (port A). The Fibre Channel Port A address locates the library’s Port A on the Fibre Channel loop.
  • Page 102 Library Management Tasks c. Select Apply to save the changes. 3. Reboot the library for the changes to take effect. 70 SL500 User’s Guide • July 2008 Revision: KA • 96116...

  • Page 103: Display Library Controller Properties

    Library Management Tasks Display Library Controller Properties ▼ View details of the library controller, including the serial number and firmware versions. Note – This information is also available through Reports > Library Information. See “Display a Library Report” on page 74 for detailed instructions.

  • Page 104: Display Library Physical Configuration

    Library Management Tasks Display Library Physical Configuration ▼ View the current physical configuration of the library. 1. Select Tools > System Detail. 2. Click the Library folder on the device tree. 3. Click the Properties tab, and then the Module tab. 72 SL500 User’s Guide •...

  • Page 105: Display Library Statistics

    Library Management Tasks Display Library Statistics ▼ Use this procedure to view library statistics, such as the request, retry, and failure count of the robot and the library uptime. Note – This information is also available through Reports > Statistics. See “Display a Library Report”...

  • Page 106: Display A Library Report

    Library Management Tasks Display a Library Report ▼ Use this procedure to display library reports available from the Tools > Reports menu. Additionally, if you want to search the report data or save it to a file, see the following procedures: “Search a Library Report”...
  • Page 107 Library Management Tasks The specified report is displayed. 96116 • Revision: KA Chapter 3 SL500 Automated Library Operations 75...

  • Page 108: Search A Library Report

    Library Management Tasks Search a Library Report ▼ Use this procedure to search a library report for a specified text string. This procedure can be performed on any of the library report screens. 1. Select Tools > Reports. The reports Display screen appears. All library report options are listed in the navigation bar.
  • Page 109 Library Management Tasks 6. The Search Results popup appears, displaying the number of occurrences of the text string. All instances of the text string in the report are highlighted. 7. Click OK to dismiss the popup. 96116 • Revision: KA Chapter 3 SL500 Automated Library Operations 77...

  • Page 110: Save Library Report Data To A File

    Library Management Tasks Save Library Report Data to a File ▼ Use this procedure to display a library report and save the data to a text (.txt) file. This procedure can be performed from any of the library report screens. 1.
  • Page 111 Library Management Tasks The Save popup appears. 5. Browse to the directory where you want to save the file. In the File Name field, you can accept the default entry or enter a different file name. 6. Click Save. The data is saved to the specified file. 96116 •...

  • Page 112: Cap Management Tasks

    CAP Management Tasks CAP Management Tasks Task Page Display CAP Summary Information Display Current CAP Status Display CAP Properties 80 SL500 User’s Guide • July 2008 Revision: KA • 96116...

  • Page 113: Display Cap Summary Information

    CAP Management Tasks Display CAP Summary Information ▼ Use this procedure to display summary information for all CAPs in the library. Note – This information is also available through Reports > CAP Summary. See “Display a Library Report” on page 74 for detailed instructions.

  • Page 114: Display Current Cap Status

    CAP Management Tasks Display Current CAP Status ▼ Use this procedure to display the current operational state of a CAP. Note – This information is also available through Reports > CAP Details. See “Display a Library Report” on page 74 for detailed instructions.

  • Page 115: Display Cap Properties

    CAP Management Tasks Display CAP Properties ▼ Use this procedure to display static CAP information, including the serial number and number of cells. Note – This information is also available through Reports > CAP Details. See “Display a Library Report” on page 74 for detailed instructions.

  • Page 116: Cartridge Management Tasks

    Cartridge Management Tasks Cartridge Management Tasks Task Page Enter Cartridges Through the CAP Eject Cartridges Through the CAP List Library Cartridges Move a Specified Cartridge by VOLID Move a Cartridge From a Specified Location 84 SL500 User’s Guide • July 2008 Revision: KA •...

  • Page 117: Enter Cartridges Through The Cap

    Cartridge Management Tasks Enter Cartridges Through the CAP ▼ The Base Module CAP contains a standard four- or five-cell magazine. See FIGURE 3-1. The expansion module CAP has two magazines. Use this procedure to enter a cartridge into the library through a CAP. Note –...

  • Page 118: Figure 3-1 Base Module Magazine Comparison

    Cartridge Management Tasks 6. Refer to your tape management software manual for syntax on how to move the cartridges from the CAP to the storage cells. FIGURE 3-1 Base Module Magazine Comparison L204_557 1. Five-cell LTO magazine 2. Four-cell mixed-media magazine 3.

  • Page 119: Eject Cartridges Through The Cap

    Cartridge Management Tasks Eject Cartridges Through the CAP ▼ Use this procedure to eject a cartridge from the library through a CAP. 1. Type the eject command at the host console. Refer to your tape management software publication for the command syntax. The robot places cartridges into the CAP cells until all the specified cartridges are in the CAP.

  • Page 120: List Library Cartridges

    Cartridge Management Tasks List Library Cartridges ▼ Use this procedure to display information about all library cartridges, including their VOLIDs, locations, and media types. 1. Select Tools > Reports. All library report options are listed in the navigation bar. 2. Expand the Status Summary folder. All Status Summary reports are listed.

  • Page 121: Move A Specified Cartridge By Volid

    Cartridge Management Tasks Move a Specified Cartridge by VOLID ▼ Use this procedure to move a cartridge with a specified VOLID to a specified location within the library. Note – This procedure updates the cartridge’s location in the library controller database, but not in the host database.
  • Page 122 Cartridge Management Tasks The screen is updated with the appropriate Source Location fields. 4. In the VOLID field, specify the VOLID of the cartridge you want to move. 5. In the Destination Location Type pull-down menu, select the type of location where you want to move the cartridge to.
  • Page 123 Cartridge Management Tasks ■ Column ■ The following special selections are available on the pull-down menus: Min—First element of that location type—library, module, row, or column— in the ■ library Max—Last element of that location type—library, module, row, or column— in the ■...
  • Page 124 Cartridge Management Tasks The robot moves the cartridge. A success message popup appears when the operation is complete. 8. Click OK. 9. To verify the new location, you can display a Cartridge Summary Report. See “List Library Cartridges” on page 88 for details.

  • Page 125: Move A Cartridge From A Specified Location

    Cartridge Management Tasks Move a Cartridge From a Specified Location ▼ Use this procedure to move a cartridge from one specified location to another within the library. Note – This procedure updates the cartridge’s location in the library controller database, but not in the host database. Therefore after performing this procedure, you must perform an audit from the host software to update the host database.
  • Page 126 Cartridge Management Tasks The screen is updated with the appropriate Source Location fields. 4. In the Source Location Type pull-down menu, select the cartridge’s current location type. Options are: ■ Slot ■ Drive ■ Reserved Slots ■ 5. In the Source Location table, specify the library internal address of the source location by making the appropriate selections in the following pull-down menus: Library ■...
  • Page 127 Cartridge Management Tasks Drive ■ Reserved Slots ■ The following restrictions apply: The destination location can be a drive only if the source is a CAP or reserved slot. ■ For you to move a a cartridge to a drive, the cartridge media type must be ■...
  • Page 128 Cartridge Management Tasks 8. Click the Start button in the Options Bar. The robot moves the cartridge, and then a success message popup appears. 9. Click OK. 96 SL500 User’s Guide • July 2008 Revision: KA • 96116...
  • Page 129 Cartridge Management Tasks 10.To verify the new location, you can display a Cartridge Summary Report. See “List Library Cartridges” on page 88 for details. For example: 11.To update the new cartridge location in the host database, initiate a library audit from the host software.

  • Page 130: Drive Management Tasks

    Drive Management Tasks Drive Management Tasks Task Page Display Drive Summary Information Display Drive Status Display Drive Properties Enable or Disable a Drive Port Display the Media Drive Events Report 98 SL500 User’s Guide • July 2008 Revision: KA • 96116...

  • Page 131: Display Drive Summary Information

    Drive Management Tasks Display Drive Summary Information ▼ Use this procedure to display summary information for all drives in the library. If you need to perform a manual mount to a drive, this procedure displays a mapping of all addresses for each library drive: Note –...

  • Page 132: Display Drive Status

    Drive Management Tasks Display Drive Status ▼ Use this procedure to display the current operational state of a drive. Note – This information is also available through Reports > Drive Details. See “Display a Library Report” on page 74 for detailed instructions. 1.

  • Page 133: Display Drive Properties

    Drive Management Tasks Display Drive Properties ▼ View detailed drive configuration information, including the drive type and serial number and port configuration. Note – This information is also available through Reports > Drive Details. See “Display a Library Report” on page 74 for detailed instructions.

  • Page 134: Enable Or Disable A Drive Port

    Drive Management Tasks Enable or Disable a Drive Port ▼ Use this procedure to enable or disable a physical port on a drive. 1. Select Tools > System Detail. 2. Expand the Drive Folder, and click the drive you want to modify. 3.

  • Page 135: Display The Media Drive Events Report

    Drive Management Tasks Display the Media Drive Events Report ▼ Note – This feature is available starting with SL500 firmware version 1200 and SL Console version 3.30. The Media Drive Events Report lists the 100 most recent library media access errors. The report is updated whenever a drive is not able to perform a load, unload, read, or write operation on a cartridge.
  • Page 136 Drive Management Tasks Drive Adr Location of the drive involved in the error. Format is l.m.r.c, where: l = library ID ■ m = module ID ■ r = row ID ■ c = column ID ■ Volid VOLID of the cartridge involved in the error. Drive Serial Num Serial number of the drive involved in the error.

  • Page 137: Drive Cleaning Tasks

    Drive Cleaning Tasks Drive Cleaning Tasks Task Page Configure Drive Auto Clean Enter Cleaning or Diagnostic Cartridges Eject Cleaning or Diagnostic Cartridges Display Cleaning Cartridges Display Drive Cleaning Status Clean a Drive Manually 96116 • Revision: KA Chapter 3 SL500 Automated Library Operations 105...

  • Page 138: Configure Drive Auto Clean

    Drive Cleaning Tasks Configure Drive Auto Clean ▼ Use this procedure to enable or disable the drive auto clean feature. If the library is partitioned, auto clean can be enabled or disabled for individual partitions. Note – This procedure applies only to drives that are not managed by HSC or ACSLS. See the HSC and ACSLS documentation for details about how they manage automatic cleaning operations.

  • Page 139: Enter Cleaning Or Diagnostic Cartridges

    Drive Cleaning Tasks Enter Cleaning or Diagnostic Cartridges ▼ Use this procedure to enter new cleaning or diagnostic cartridges to the library through a CAP. The cartridges will be inserted into system cells. Before beginning this procedure, verify that all the following conditions are met: The required number of reserved cells are empty.
  • Page 140 Drive Cleaning Tasks 6. Place the cartridges into the empty magazine cells, making sure that the VOLID label is visible and the hub of the cartridge is down. Caution – Possible damage to components. You must enter the cartridges properly, or else you might damage the HandBot or the drive or cause the library to stop operating.

  • Page 141: Eject Cleaning Or Diagnostic Cartridges

    Drive Cleaning Tasks Eject Cleaning or Diagnostic Cartridges ▼ Use this procedure to eject expired cleaning or diagnostic cartridges through the CAP. Note – Before beginning this procedure, verify that the CAP cells are empty. You must use care when ejecting expired cleaning cartridges from the library. If you move an expired cleaning cartridge to a CAP and open the CAP, you must remove the cartridge.
  • Page 142 Drive Cleaning Tasks If you selected the “Export expired cleaning/diagnostic cartridges” option, the HandBot systematically moves all expired cleaning and diagnostic cartridges from the reserved cells into empty CAP cells. If you selected the “Export all cleaning/diagnostic cartridges” option, the HandBot moves all cleaning and diagnostic cartridges from the reserved cells into empty CAP cells.

  • Page 143: Display Cleaning Cartridges

    Drive Cleaning Tasks Display Cleaning Cartridges ▼ 1. Select Tools > System Detail, and select the library folder on the device tree. 2. Click Auto Clean and then Cleaning Cartridges. The list displays the following details for each cleaning cartridge: Cartridge location (reserved cells) ■...

  • Page 144: Display Drive Cleaning Status

    Drive Cleaning Tasks Display Drive Cleaning Status ▼ Use this procedure to display the current cleaning status of a drive. 1. Select Tools > System Detail. 2. Expand the Drive Folder, and select the drive you want to display. 3. Click Status. Note –...

  • Page 145: Clean A Drive Manually

    Drive Cleaning Tasks Clean a Drive Manually ▼ Your library could contain more than one type of drive. So, before initiating a clean job, make sure that the system cells have the appropriate cleaning cartridges for the drives being cleaned. Generate a cartridge summary and drive details report to verify the cleaning cartridges present in the library.
  • Page 146 Drive Cleaning Tasks A confirmation popup appears. 5. Click OK. 6. The Drive Clean Status Console displays the status of the cleaning operation. 114 SL500 User’s Guide • July 2008 Revision: KA • 96116...

  • Page 147: Robot Monitoring Tasks

    Robot Monitoring Tasks Robot Monitoring Tasks Task Page Display Robot Summary Information Display Robot Status Display Robot Statistics 96116 • Revision: KA Chapter 3 SL500 Automated Library Operations 115...

  • Page 148: Display Robot Summary Information

    Robot Monitoring Tasks Display Robot Summary Information ▼ Use this procedure to display summary information for the library HandBot. Note – This information is also available through Reports > Robot Summary. See “Display a Library Report” on page 74 for detailed instructions. 1.

  • Page 149: Display Robot Status

    Robot Monitoring Tasks Display Robot Status ▼ Use this procedure to display the current operational state of a HandBot. Note – This information is also available through Reports > Robot Details. See “Display a Library Report” on page 74 for detailed instructions. 1.

  • Page 150: Display Robot Statistics

    Robot Monitoring Tasks Display Robot Statistics ▼ Use this procedure to display HandBot statistics, including Get, Put, and Retry counts. 1. Select Tools > System Detail. 2. Expand the Robot Folder, and click the robot. 3. Click Statistics. The Robot Statistics screen appears. 118 SL500 User’s Guide •...

  • Page 151: Licensing

    Note – The Licensing utility is available starting with SL500 firmware version 1300 and SL Console version FRS_4.00. License Key File A license key file can be delivered to you in the following ways: Via e-mail from Sun Microsystems, Inc. ■ Installed by your Sun support representative ■...

  • Page 152: Licensing Tasks

    Licensing Tasks Licensing Tasks This section provides detailed instructions for all tasks involved in installing and managing library feature licenses. License Installation Process Following is a summary of the license installation process. Optionally, you can choose to have this process done by your Sun support representative. 1.

  • Page 153: Licensing Task Summary

    Licensing Tasks Licensing Task Summary Task Page Receive a New License Key File Install a New License on the Target Library Display Current Library Licenses Delete a License Key File 96116 • Revision: KA Chapter 4 Licensing 121...

  • Page 154: Receive A New License Key File

    Sun StorageTek library. Note – This procedure is not performed at the SL Console. 1. Purchase one or more features from Sun Microsystems, Inc. See your Sun support representative for assistance. 2. Receive the license key file from Sun, via e-mail.

  • Page 155: Install A New License On The Target Library

    Licensing Tasks Install a New License on the Target Library ▼ Use this procedure to install a new license key file on the target library. Prior to performing this procedure, you must download a new license key file to a system accessible to the SL Console session.
  • Page 156 Licensing Tasks 4. Review the license key file details, and then click Install in the Options Bar. The License Installation Confirmation popup appears. 5. Click Yes to begin installing the license on the target library. 6. The library controller verifies the license key file and proceeds as follows: If there are no problems, the features included in the file are installed.

  • Page 157: Display Current Library Licenses

    Licensing Tasks Display Current Library Licenses ▼ Use this procedure to display the features currently installed on the library you are logged in to. 1. Select Tools > License Management, and click the Current License tab. The Current License screen appears, listing the currently installed features. See “License Management >...

  • Page 158: Delete A License Key File

    Licensing Tasks Delete a License Key File ▼ Use this procedure to delete a license key file from an SL500 library. You may need to delete a license key file if there is an error in an installed file. Sun will issue a new license key file with the same sequence number as the original, and you must delete the original license key file before installing the new one.
  • Page 159 Licensing Tasks 2. Select Tools > License Management, and click the Current License tab. The Current License screen appears, listing the currently installed features. 3. Click the license you want to delete. Note – Sequence numbers 99000 and above are permanently retained and cannot be deleted from the library.
  • Page 160 Licensing Tasks For Capacity licenses: ■ For Partitioning licenses: ■ 5. Click Yes to begin the deletion. The license key file is deleted from the library, and the Current License Summary is updated. 6. You must reboot the library in order for the license deletion to take effect. See “Reboot the Library”...

  • Page 161: Licensing Screen Reference

    Licensing Screen Reference Licensing Screen Reference This section includes detailed descriptions of all SL Console licensing screens, arranged by screen navigation path. For example, License Management > Install License indicates the screen accessed by clicking Tools and then License Management from the Menu Bar, and then clicking the Install License tab.

  • Page 162: License Management > Current License

    Licensing Screen Reference License Management > Current License Sample Screen Description Displays the contents of all license key files currently installed on the library you are logged in to. You can modify the layout and display of this screen. See “Modifying the Screen Layout”...
  • Page 163 Licensing Screen Reference Sequence Number Display only. Unique sequence number assigned to the license key file by Sun Microsystems, Inc. Note – Sequence numbers 99000 and above are permanently retained and cannot be deleted from the library. Value Display only.

  • Page 164: See Also

    Licensing Screen Reference Total number of storage cells in the library that have been licensed for use. This cannot be greater than the physical capacity of the library. nnn Cells Unlicensed Display only. Total number of storage cells in the library that have not been licensed for use. nnn Cells Total are Possible Display only.

  • Page 165: License Management > Install License

    Licensing Screen Reference License Management > Install License Sample Screen Description Allows you to display the contents of a new license key file and install it on the library. You can modify the layout and display of this screen. See “Modifying the Screen Layout”...
  • Page 166 Sequence # Display only. Unique sequence number assigned to the license key file by Sun Microsystems, Inc. Note – Sequence numbers 99000 and above are permanently retained and cannot be deleted from the library. Comment Line 1 Display only.
  • Page 167 Licensing Screen Reference Browse Click to navigate to the license key file you want to display and install. Note – If the library serial number in the specified license key file does not match the serial number of the library you are logged in to, a warning appears and the license key file detail is not displayed.
  • Page 168 Licensing Screen Reference 136 SL500 User’s Guide • July 2008 Revision: KA • 96116...

  • Page 169: Capacity On Demand

    C H A P T E R Capacity on Demand The SL500 library includes the Capacity on Demand feature. Capacity on Demand separates physical capacity from licensed capacity, and allows you to pay only for the capacity you need. Then as your needs grow, you can add modules and license the portion that you need.

  • Page 170: Terminology

    Capacity on Demand Features and Restrictions Storage capacity is incremental. Total licensed capacity is equal to the sum of the ■ capacities specified in each license key file installed and activated on the library. The order that capacity licenses are installed is not significant (that is, it does not ■...

  • Page 171: Lto Licensed Capacity By Module

    Capacity on Demand Features and Restrictions LTO Licensed Capacity by Module Module Licensed Library Module License Value Capacity * Total Count Base Module Shipped standard LimitedBase As last module FullBase With any module underneath FullBase Drive Expansion Module (DEM) As last module ThirdDEM (increments of 26, 26, 25)

  • Page 172: Cell Assignment Rules

    Capacity on Demand Features and Restrictions Module Licensed Library Module License Value Capacity * Total Count Cartridge Expansion Module (CEM) after Base Module or DEM As last module FullCEM With any module underneath FullCEM Cartridge Expansion Module (CEM) after CEM As last module FullCEM With any module underneath...

  • Page 173: Implementing Changes To Licensed Capacity

    Implementing Changes to Licensed Capacity Implementing Changes to Licensed Capacity Increasing Licensed Capacity Following are special considerations for installing new licensed storage capacity. “License Installation Process” on page 120 for details on purchasing and ■ installing a Capacity license. If the new licensed capacity exceeds the physical capacity, no corrective action is ■...

  • Page 174: Host Notification Of Capacity Changes

    Implementing Changes to Licensed Capacity If, after capacity has been decreased, the total number of cells allocated to all ■ partitions is still less than the new licensed capacity, you do not need to reconfigure the partitions. Host Notification of Capacity Changes When storage capacity is added or removed, the library controller notifies all affected hosts according to their interface requirements.

  • Page 175: Library Partitioning

    Partitioning Features and Restrictions Library Partitioning Note – Starting with SL500 firmware version 1300 and SL Console version FRS_4.00, library partitioning upgrades must be installed through the SL500 licensing utility. Partitioning established on a library prior to version 1300 is retained permanently. See Chapter 4, “Licensing”...

  • Page 176: System Requirements For Library Partitioning

    System Requirements for Library Partitioning System Requirements for Library Partitioning Note – Starting with SL500 firmware version 1300 and SL Console version FRS_4.00, library partitioning upgrades must be installed through the SL500 licensing utility. Partitioning established on a library prior to version 1300 is retained permanently. See Chapter 4, “Licensing”...

  • Page 177: Installing The Partitioning Feature

    Partition Planning Installing the Partitioning Feature The following special considerations apply after you successfully install the Partitioning feature on a previously non-partitioned library. You must reboot the library after installing the Partitioning license. ■ Until you create at least one partition, the library remains in a non-partitioned state; ■...

  • Page 178: Partition Boundaries

    Partition Planning Logical unit number (LUN) of the partition on the host ■ “Configure a Host-Partition Connection” on page 160 for detailed instructions on defining this information. Partition Boundaries Partition boundaries identify the storage cells, drives, and CAP cells that are part of each partition.

  • Page 179: Figure 6-1 Library Partition Example

    Partition Planning FIGURE 6-1 Library Partition Example 96116 • Revision: KA Chapter 6 Library Partitioning 147...

  • Page 180: Deleting The Partitioning Feature

    Deleting the Partitioning Feature The screen display is from the perspective of Partition 1, therefore the resources allocated to Partition 1 are shown in gold, and the resources allocated to Partition 2 and Partition 6 are shown in red. TABLE 6-1 on page 148 describes the resource allocation in detail.

  • Page 181: Partitions And Library Resources

    Partitions and Library Resources Partitions and Library Resources Library Resource Addresses Resource addresses uniquely identify each resource (storage cells, drives, and CAP cells) within the library. The SL500 library and attached hosts use the following addressing schemes: Library Internal Address ■...

  • Page 182: Storage Cells And Drives

    Partitions and Library Resources SCSI element numbering uses a single integer to identify each library resource. SCSI element numbering within partitioned libraries is continuous for each partition, even if cell locations for the partition are not adjacent. SCSI element addresses for a partition start at the lowest module, row, and column within the partition, then proceed by row until the end of the column, then increment by column until the end of the module.

  • Page 183: Partitions And Caps

    Partitions and CAPs Partitions and CAPs The cells within each CAP can be allocated or unallocated individually to partitions. This allows for the following possible CAP configurations: Common CAP ■ Split CAP ■ Note – Split CAPs are available to the SL500 only. Common CAP In a common, or unassigned, CAP, all cells in the CAP are left unallocated and can be used by any partition that does not have any CAP cells allocated to it.

  • Page 184: Orphaned Cartridges In Partitioned Libraries

    Partitions and CAPs Once you have assigned partitions to the CAP Open button, only CAPs containing cells that are accessible to those partitions will open. Depending on how your library’s CAPs are configured, this operation may expose CAP cells that are not accessible to the selected partitions.

  • Page 185: Partitioning Process

    Partitioning Process Partitioning Process Note – Starting with SL500 firmware version 1300 and SL Console version FRS_4.00, library partitioning upgrades must be installed through the SL500 licensing utility. Partitioning established on a library prior to version 1300 is retained permanently. See Chapter 4, “Licensing”...
  • Page 186 Partitioning Process Information in the SL Console partition workspace is committed to the library controller database only through the Commit (Step 4) screen. The information is lost if any one of the following occurs before you have committed your updates: You actively log off the SL Console session.

  • Page 187: Partitioning Task Summary

    Partitioning Task Summary Partitioning Task Summary Partitioning tasks are divided into the following categories: “Partition Configuration Tasks” on page 156 ■ “Partition Management Tasks” on page 170 ■ “Partition Report Tasks” on page 181 ■ “CAP Operation Tasks” on page 186 ■...

  • Page 188: Partition Configuration Tasks

    Partition Configuration Tasks Partition Configuration Tasks Task Page Review Partitioning Instructions Create a Partition Configure a Host-Partition Connection Design a Partition Verify Partition Configurations Resolve Orphaned Cartridges Commit Partition Configuration Changes 156 SL500 User’s Guide • July 2008 Revision: KA • 96116...

  • Page 189: Review Partitioning Instructions

    Partition Configuration Tasks Review Partitioning Instructions ▼ Use this procedure to review the partitioning process. 1. Select Tools > Partitions. The first time you make this selection during an SL Console login session, the Instructions (Step 1) screen appears automatically. 2.

  • Page 190: Create A Partition

    Partition Configuration Tasks Create a Partition ▼ Use this procedure to create a new library partition and assign its storage capacity. You can create up to eight partitions, with IDs from 1–8. 1. Select Tools > Partitions, and click the Summary (Step 2) tab. The Summary (Step 2) screen appears.
  • Page 191 Partition Configuration Tasks 4. Click OK. Your partition configuration changes are saved to the SL Console partition workspace for the duration of this login session. To update the library controller database with all changes from this SL Console login session, see “Verify Partition Configurations”...

  • Page 192: Configure A Host-Partition Connection

    Partition Configuration Tasks Configure a Host-Partition Connection ▼ Use this procedure to configure the connection between a host and a selected partition. You must perform this procedure in order for the partition to be accessible by the host. Each partition can have up to nine host connections, each with a unique LUN. Also, each host can connect to multiple partitions.
  • Page 193 Partition Configuration Tasks 3. Click Add Connection. The Add Connection popup appears. 4. Enter the Initiator (WWPN) and LUN. Note – Each initiator connected to the library must have one library partition assigned to LUN 0. When you verify or commit partition configuration changes, the SL Console will notify you if an initiator does not meet this requirement.

  • Page 194: Design A Partition

    Partition Configuration Tasks Design a Partition ▼ Use this procedure to add or remove library resources (storage cells, tape drives, and CAP cells) from a partition. Note – Library resources can be allocated to only one partition at a time. If you want to add resources to a partition but the resources are already allocated to another partition, you must first remove the resources from the assigned partition, and then add them to the new partition.
  • Page 195 Partition Configuration Tasks Note – See “Partitions—Design (Step 3)” on page 212 for detailed instructions on using the library map. Your partition configuration changes are saved to the SL Console partition workspace for the duration of this login session. To update the library controller database with all changes from this SL Console login session, see “Verify Partition Configurations”...

  • Page 196: Verify Partition Configurations

    Partition Configuration Tasks Verify Partition Configurations ▼ Use this procedure to verify partition configuration changes you have made during this SL Console login session. This procedure warns you of the following possible errors: A partition has orphaned cartridges. See “Orphaned Cartridges in Partitioned ■...
  • Page 197 Partition Configuration Tasks 5. To display detailed warning messages explaining the reasons for any orphaned cartridges, click Details. You can use the Details button to toggle between the expanded and collapsed views of the warning messages. 6. Optionally, in the expanded view of the warning messages you can do the following: Click Print to print the detailed message data.

  • Page 198: Resolve Orphaned Cartridges

    Partition Configuration Tasks Resolve Orphaned Cartridges ▼ If the SL Console identifies an orphaned cartridge, it displays a warning message. You should resolve and disposition all orphaned cartridges before proceeding to “Commit Partition Configuration Changes” on page 167. You can performing any of the following actions to resolve orphaned cartridges: Print a report of orphaned cartridges.

  • Page 199: Commit Partition Configuration Changes

    Partition Configuration Tasks Commit Partition Configuration Changes ▼ Caution – This procedure updates the library controller database with all partition configuration changes you have made during this SL Console session. Failure to use this procedure before logging out of the current SL Console session will cause all your library configuration changes to be lost.
  • Page 200 Partition Configuration Tasks Note – This verification is performed on the current partition configuration in the SL Console partition workspace only. It does not verify current partition boundaries against the library controller database; therefore it cannot identify configuration conflicts that may arise due to other users performing cartridge movements or library configuration changes—through the command line interface, other SL Console sessions, or host applications—at the same time you have made partition changes.
  • Page 201 Partition Configuration Tasks Click No to cancel the update. The library controller database is not updated, but all ■ partition changes from this login session are retained in the SL Console partition workspace. Click Yes to update the library controller database. ■...

  • Page 202: Partition Management Tasks

    Partition Management Tasks Partition Management Tasks Task Page Modify Partition Summary Information Delete a Partition Modify Host-Partition Connection Detail Delete a Host-Partition Connection Refresh the SL Console Partition Workspace Reallocate Library Resources Make a Hardware Change to a Partitioned Library 170 SL500 User’s Guide •...

  • Page 203: Modify Partition Summary Information

    Partition Management Tasks Modify Partition Summary Information ▼ Use this procedure to change the name or barcode presentation format of an existing partition. Note – You cannot change the partition ID. To assign a different Partition ID, you must delete the old partition and create a new one with the new ID. 1.

  • Page 204: Delete A Partition

    Partition Management Tasks Delete a Partition ▼ Use this procedure to delete a partition from the library. The following changes are made to the library partition configuration: All resources allocated to the partition are marked available. ■ All host connections for the partition are deleted. ■...
  • Page 205 Partition Management Tasks 5. The updates are made as follows: Your partition configuration changes are saved to the SL Console partition workspace for the duration of this login session. To update the library controller database with all changes from this SL Console login session, see “Verify Partition Configurations”...

  • Page 206: Modify Host-Partition Connection Detail

    Partition Management Tasks Modify Host-Partition Connection Detail ▼ Use this procedure to modify the host World Wide Port Name or LUN number of the library for a host-partition connection. Note – You cannot modify the target port number for the library; it is always “0”. 1.
  • Page 207 Partition Management Tasks 4. Click Modify Connection. The Modify a Connection popup appears. 5. Enter the changes you want to make. 6. Click OK to confirm the changes. Your partition configuration changes are saved to the SL Console partition workspace for the duration of this login session.

  • Page 208: Delete A Host-Partition Connection

    Partition Management Tasks Delete a Host-Partition Connection ▼ Use this procedure to delete a host-partition connection. After you perform this procedure, the host will no longer be able to access the partition. 1. Select Tools > Partitions, and click the Summary (Step 2) tab. The Summary (Step 2) screen appears.
  • Page 209 Partition Management Tasks 5. Click OK to confirm the deletion. Your partition configuration changes are saved to the SL Console partition workspace for the duration of this login session. To update the library controller database with all changes from this SL Console login session, see “Verify Partition Configurations”...

  • Page 210: Refresh The Sl Console Partition Workspace

    Partition Management Tasks Refresh the SL Console Partition Workspace ▼ Use this procedure to refresh the SL Console partition workspace with current data from the library controller database. The current data includes all updates that other users have made to the library controller database during your login session, through the command line interface, other SL Console sessions, or host applications.

  • Page 211: Reallocate Library Resources

    Partition Management Tasks Reallocate Library Resources ▼ Reallocating library resources (storage cells, tape drives, CAP cells, or cartridges) from one partition to another is done through the Design (Step 3) screen. You must use the following two-step process: 1. Remove the resource from the partition it is currently allocated to. 2.

  • Page 212: Make A Hardware Change To A Partitioned Library

    Partition Management Tasks Make a Hardware Change to a Partitioned Library ▼ Some library hardware changes, such as adding expansion modules, or adding CAP cells, may require the removal of all or part of an existing partitioned module. Use the following process to make such hardware changes without losing partitioning information for the sections of the library that are unchanged.

  • Page 213: Partition Report Tasks

    Partition Report Tasks Partition Report Tasks Task Page Display a Partition Report Print Partition Report Data Save Partition Report Data 96116 • Revision: KA Chapter 6 Library Partitioning 181...

  • Page 214: Display A Partition Report

    Partition Report Tasks Display a Partition Report ▼ Use this procedure to display any of the following partition reports: Cartridge Cell and Media Summary—Displays a detailed list of all resource partition ■ assignments. Host Connections Summary—Displays detailed host-partition connection ■ information for all partitions.
  • Page 215 Partition Report Tasks 2. In the pull-down menu, select the report you want to display. The screen is updated with current data from the library controller database. 3. If you want to print the report data or save it to a file, see the following procedures: “Print Partition Report Data”...

  • Page 216: Print Partition Report Data

    Partition Report Tasks Print Partition Report Data ▼ Use this procedure to print a partition report. This procedure can be performed from any of the partition report screens. 1. Select Tools > Partitions, and click the Reports tab. The Reports screen appears. 2.

  • Page 217: Save Partition Report Data

    Partition Report Tasks Save Partition Report Data ▼ Use this procedure to save partition report data to a comma-separated file (.csv format). You can use a variety of spreadsheet applications to view the file. This procedure can be performed from any of the partition report screens. 1.

  • Page 218: Cap Operation Tasks

    CAP Operation Tasks CAP Operation Tasks Task Page Enter Cartridges Into a Partitioned Library Eject Cartridges From a Partitioned Library 186 SL500 User’s Guide • July 2008 Revision: KA • 96116...

  • Page 219: Enter Cartridges Into A Partitioned Library

    CAP Operation Tasks Enter Cartridges Into a Partitioned Library ▼ Use this procedure to enter cartridges into a partitioned library. Partitions with no allocated CAP cells must use common CAP cells. Partitions with allocated CAP cells must use the cells allocated to them. Note –...
  • Page 220 CAP Operation Tasks 4. Click the Assign CAP Button tab. The Assign CAP Button screen appears. 5. In the Common CAP and Split CAP tables, click the partitions into which you want to enter cartridges. See “Diagnostics > CAP—Assign CAP Button” on page 245 details on these screen fields.
  • Page 221 CAP Operation Tasks partitions, opening the CAP door may expose cells not allocated to the selected partition. If any of the inaccessible cells contain cartridges, the CAP door will not open, and a warning popup appears. Click OK to return to the Assign CAP Button screen. Before you can continue with this procedure, you must remove the inaccessible cartridges from the CAP.

  • Page 222: Eject Cartridges From A Partitioned Library

    CAP Operation Tasks Eject Cartridges From a Partitioned Library ▼ Use this procedure to eject cartridges from a partitioned library. Partitions with no allocated CAP cells must use common CAP cells. Partitions with allocated CAP cells must use the cells allocated to them. Note –...
  • Page 223 CAP Operation Tasks 5. Click the Assign CAP Button tab. The Assign CAP Button screen appears. 6. In the Common CAP and Split CAP tables, click the partitions from which you are ejecting cartridges. See “Diagnostics > CAP—Assign CAP Button” on page 245 details on these screen fields.
  • Page 224 CAP Operation Tasks partitions, opening the CAP door may expose cells not allocated to the selected partition. If any of the inaccessible cells contain cartridges, the CAP door will not open and a warning popup appears. Click OK to return to the Assign CAP Button screen. Before you can continue with this procedure, you must remove the inaccessible cartridges from the CAP.

  • Page 225: Partition Screen Reference

    Partition Screen Reference Partition Screen Reference This section includes detailed descriptions of all SL Console partition screens, arranged by screen navigation path. For example, Partitions—Summary (Step 2)—Add Connection indicates the screen accessed by clicking Tools and then Partitions from the Menu Bar, and then clicking the Summary (Step 2) tab, and then the Add Connection button.

  • Page 226: Partition Summary Screens

    Partition Summary Screens Partition Summary Screens Partitions—Instructions (Step 1) Partitions—Summary (Step 2) Partitions—Summary (Step 2)—Add Connection Partitions—Summary (Step 2)—Delete Connection Partitions—Summary (Step 2)—Modify Connection Partitions—Summary (Step 2)—Add Partition Partitions—Summary (Step 2)—Delete Partition Partitions—Summary (Step 2)—Modify Partition 194 SL500 User’s Guide • July 2008 Revision: KA •...

  • Page 227: Partitions-Instructions (Step 1)

    Partition Summary Screens Partitions—Instructions (Step 1) Sample Screen Description Displays instructions for using the partition screens. Note – This screen appears automatically the first time you select Tools > Partitions during an SL Console login session. Screen Fields None Buttons ? (Help) Click to display online help for the screen.
  • Page 228 Partition Summary Screens See Also Partitions—Summary (Step 2) ■ Partitions—Design (Step 3) ■ Partitions—Commit (Step 4) ■ Partitions—Reports ■ 196 SL500 User’s Guide • July 2008 Revision: KA • 96116...

  • Page 229: Partitions-Summary (Step 2)

    Partition Summary Screens Partitions—Summary (Step 2) Sample Screen Description Displays summary information for the library and, optionally, a selected partition. Also includes buttons that allow you to initiate any of the following activities: Add a new partition ■ Delete a partition from the library ■...
  • Page 230 Partition Summary Screens Screen Fields Partition Summary Partition Number Display only. ID assigned to the partition. IDs can range from 1–8. Allocated Storage Cells Display only. Total number of storage cells allocated to this partition. Allocated Drive Bays Display only. Total number of tape drives allocated to this partition.
  • Page 231 Partition Summary Screens TOTAL LIBRARY RESOURCES Storage Cells in Library Display only. Total physical capacity of the library. Drive Bays in Library Display only. Total number of tape drives in the library. Total CAP cells Display only. Total number of CAP cells in the library. TOTAL RESOURCES ALLOCATED Storage Cells in Library Display only.
  • Page 232 Partition Summary Screens Buttons Refresh Click to refresh the SL Console partition workspace with current data from the library controller database. All uncommitted partition changes you have made during this SL Console login session will be discarded. The Partition Refresh popup appears, prompting you to confirm the refresh.

  • Page 233: Partitions-Summary (Step 2)-Add Connection

    Partition Summary Screens Partitions—Summary (Step 2)—Add Connection Sample Screen Description Allows you to configure the connection between a host and the selected partition. Each partition can have up to nine host-partition connections, each one having a unique LUN. This screen is a popup that appears when you click Add Connection on the Partitions—Summary (Step 2) screen.
  • Page 234 Partition Summary Screens Required. Logical unit number of the library partition on the host. This entry must be unique on the host. You can create up to nine unique LUNs per partition. Note – Each initiator connected to the library must have one library partition assigned to LUN 0.

  • Page 235: Partitions-Summary (Step 2)-Delete Connection

    Partition Summary Screens Partitions—Summary (Step 2)—Delete Connection Sample Screen Description Allows you to delete the selected host-partition connection. This screen is a popup that appears when you click Delete Connection on the Partitions—Summary (Step 2) screen. Caution – Information in the SL Console partition workspace is saved to the library controller database only through the Commit (Step 4) screen.

  • Page 236: Partitions-Summary (Step 2)-Modify Connection

    Partition Summary Screens Partitions—Summary (Step 2)—Modify Connection Sample Screen Description Allows you to modify the configuration of the selected host-partition connection. This screen is a popup that appears when you click Modify Connection on the Partitions—Summary (Step 2) screen. Caution – Information in the SL Console partition workspace is saved to the library controller database only through the Commit (Step 4) screen.
  • Page 237 Partition Summary Screens Logical unit number of the library partition on the host. This entry must be unique on the host. Note – Each initiator connected to the library must have one library partition assigned to LUN 0. When you verify or commit partition configuration changes, the SL Console will notify you if an initiator does not meet this requirement.

  • Page 238: Partitions-Summary (Step 2)-Add Partition

    Partition Summary Screens Partitions—Summary (Step 2)—Add Partition Sample Screen Description Allows you to add a new partition. You can create up to eight partitions, with IDs ranging from 1–8. This screen is a popup that appears when you click Add Partition on the Partitions—Summary (Step 2) screen.
  • Page 239 Partition Summary Screens Barcode Presentation Required. Tape cartridge bar code format to be used for the partition. The drop-down menu displays all available formats previously defined by your Sun support representative; the default is “Left 6 label characters”. Buttons Click to update the SL Console partition workspace with the current screen settings and return to the previous screen.

  • Page 240: Partitions-Summary (Step 2)-Delete Partition

    Partition Summary Screens Partitions—Summary (Step 2)—Delete Partition Sample Screen Description Allows you to confirm that you want to delete the specified partition. All information for the partition—including host-partition connections, partition boundaries, and partition ID—are deleted from the SL Console partition workspace. This screen is a popup that appears when you click Delete Partition on the Partitions—Summary (Step Caution –...

  • Page 241: Partitions-Summary (Step 2)-Modify Partition

    Partition Summary Screens Partitions—Summary (Step 2)—Modify Partition Sample Screen Description Allows you to modify the name or barcode format of the selected partition. This screen is a popup that appears when you click Modify Partition on the Partitions—Summary (Step 2) screen.
  • Page 242 Partition Summary Screens The drop-down menu displays all available formats previously defined by your Sun support representative; the default is “Left 6 label characters”. The screen displays the value assigned previously. You can leave it as is or make changes. Buttons Click to update the SL Console partition workspace with the current screen settings and return to the previous screen.

  • Page 243: Partition Design And Commit Screens

    Partition Design and Commit Screens Partition Design and Commit Screens Partitions—Design (Step 3) Partitions—Design (Step 3)—Verify Results Partitions—Commit (Step 4) Partitions—Commit (Step 4)—Confirm Apply 96116 • Revision: KA Chapter 6 Library Partitioning 211...

  • Page 244: Partitions-Design (Step 3)

    Partition Design and Commit Screens Partitions—Design (Step 3) Sample Screen Description Allows you to define partition boundaries by selecting the resources (storage cells, tape drives, or CAP cells) you want to include in the partition. You can use any of the following methods to add or remove resources from a partition (see “Library Map”...
  • Page 245 Partition Design and Commit Screens Note – The partition Summary (Step 2) and Design (Step 3) screens, and all associated popups, give you a dynamic workspace to design your library partitions. All partition configuration information is automatically saved to the partition workspace in SL Console memory and retained for the duration of your SL Console session.
  • Page 246 Partition Design and Commit Screens Library Totals Note – The data in these fields is automatically updated from the SL Console partition workspace when you select a partition. Allocated Storage Cells Display only. Total number of storage cells allocated to the selected partition, based on the currently defined partition boundaries.
  • Page 247 Partition Design and Commit Screens Other Partitions (red). Resource is allocated to another partition and therefore ■ NOT available to the selected partition. Cartridge (cartridge icon). Resource contains a tape cartridge. ■ Library Map Graphical representation of the current library configuration. Initial display for the current SL Console login session is from the library controller database, then the display reflects data from the SL Console partition workspace as you modify partition configurations.
  • Page 248 Partition Design and Commit Screens Note – This procedure verifies only one partition at a time. If you need to verify multiple partitions, you must repeat this procedure separately for each partition. Note – This verification is performed on the current partition configuration in the SL Console partition workspace only.

  • Page 249: Partitions-Design (Step 3)-Verify Results

    Partition Design and Commit Screens Partitions—Design (Step 3)—Verify Results Sample Screen Description Displays a list of configuration errors in the current SL Console partition workspace. This screen is a popup that appears when you click Verify Results on the Partitions—Design (Step 3) screen.
  • Page 250 Partition Design and Commit Screens Note – The partition Summary (Step 2) and Design (Step 3) screens, and all associated popups, give you a dynamic workspace to design your library partitions. All partition configuration information is automatically saved to the partition workspace in SL Console memory and retained for the duration of your SL Console session.
  • Page 251 Partition Design and Commit Screens Save Click to save the report to a designated comma-separated text file (.csv extension). Comma-separated files can be opened by a variety of spreadsheet and database programs. Click to cancel the update. The library controller database is not updated, but all partition changes from this login session are retained in the SL Console partition workspace.

  • Page 252: Partitions-Commit (Step 4)

    Partition Design and Commit Screens Partitions—Commit (Step 4) Sample Screen Description Allows you to commit all data from the current SL Console partition workspace to the library controller database. The following data will be committed for all partitions: Partition summary information ■...
  • Page 253 Partition Design and Commit Screens The library temporarily drops all connections to HSC or ACSLS hosts when partition configurations changes are committed. The hosts will automatically reconnect, but multiple error messages will be displayed, and cartridge management tasks in progress may fail.
  • Page 254 Partition Design and Commit Screens Partitions—Reports ■ 222 SL500 User’s Guide • July 2008 Revision: KA • 96116...

  • Page 255: Partitions-Commit (Step 4)-Confirm Apply

    Partition Design and Commit Screens Partitions—Commit (Step 4)—Confirm Apply Sample Screen Description Displays a list of configuration errors in the current SL Console partition workspace. This screen is a popup that appears when you click Apply on the Partitions—Commit (Step 4) screen.
  • Page 256 Partition Design and Commit Screens Caution – Information in the SL Console partition workspace is saved to the library controller database only through the Commit (Step 4) screen. If your SL Console session ends or you refresh the workspace data before you have committed your updates through the Commit (Step 4) screen, you will lose any partition changes you have made through the Summary (Step 2) and Design (Step 3) screens and all associated popups.
  • Page 257 Partition Design and Commit Screens Click to cancel the update. The library controller database is not updated, but all partition changes from this login session are retained in the SL Console partition workspace. Details Click to toggle between the expanded and collapsed views of the warning message display.

  • Page 258: Partition Report Screens

    Partition Report Screens Partition Report Screens Partitions—Reports Partitions—Reports—Cartridge Cell and Media Summary Partitions—Reports—Host Connections Summary Partitions—Reports—Orphaned Cartridge Report Partitions—Reports—Partition Details Partitions—Reports—Partition Summary 226 SL500 User’s Guide • July 2008 Revision: KA • 96116...

  • Page 259: Partitions-Reports

    Partition Report Screens Partitions—Reports Sample Screen Description Allows you to select one of the following library partition reports: Cartridge Cell and Media Summary ■ Host Connections Summary ■ Orphaned Cartridge Report ■ Partition Details ■ Partition Summary ■ Note – The partition reports display data saved to the library controller database. If you have made partition configuration changes without commiting the changes to the library controller through the Commit (Step 4) screen, the data in these reports will differ from data shown on the partition Summary (Step 2) and Design (Step 3) screens.
  • Page 260 Partition Report Screens Screen Fields Please select a report to display Required. Click the report you want to display. The drop-down menu lists all available library partition reports. Buttons Refresh Click to refresh the SL Console partition workspace with current data from the library controller database.

  • Page 261: Partitions-Reports-Cartridge Cell And Media Summary

    Partition Report Screens Partitions—Reports—Cartridge Cell and Media Summary Sample Screen Description Displays detailed information about all library resources (storage cells, tape drives, and CAP cells) and any stored cartridges. Note – The partition reports display data saved to the library controller database. If you have made partition configuration changes without commiting the changes to the library controller through the Commit (Step 4) screen, the data in these reports will differ from data shown on the partition Summary (Step 2) and Design (Step 3) screens.
  • Page 262 Partition Report Screens Screen Fields Module Display only. Module number where the library resource is located. Display only. Row number where the library resource is located. Rows are numbered consecutively from the top down, with row 1 at the top. Column Display only.
  • Page 263 Partition Report Screens Buttons Print Click to print the report on a selected printer. Save to File Click to save the report to a designated comma-separated text file (.csv extension). Comma-separated files can be opened by a variety of spreadsheet and database programs.

  • Page 264: Partitions-Reports-Host Connections Summary

    Partition Report Screens Partitions—Reports—Host Connections Summary Sample Screen Description Displays detailed information about all host-partition connections for the library. Note – The partition reports display data saved to the library controller database. If you have made partition configuration changes without commiting the changes to the library controller through the Commit (Step 4) screen, the data in these reports will differ from data shown on the partition Summary (Step 2) and Design (Step 3) screens.
  • Page 265 Partition Report Screens Screen Fields Partitions Note – The screen fields in this section also appear on the Partitions—Reports—Partition Summary report. Partition ID Display only. ID of the partition (1–8). Partition Name Display only. Name of the partition. Cell Count Display only.
  • Page 266 Partition Report Screens Display only. Logical unit number of the library partition on the host. Partition ID Display only. Partition ID to which the host has a connection. Buttons Print Click to print the report on a selected printer. Save Click to save the report to a designated comma-separated text file (.csv extension).

  • Page 267: Partitions-Reports-Orphaned Cartridge Report

    Partition Report Screens Partitions—Reports—Orphaned Cartridge Report Sample Screen Description Displays the locations and volume serial numbers (VOLIDs) of all orphaned cartridges in the library. Also identifies why the cartridge is orphaned. Note – The partition reports display data saved to the library controller database. If you have made partition configuration changes without commiting the changes to the library controller through the Commit (Step 4) screen, the data in these reports will differ from data shown on the partition Summary (Step 2) and Design (Step 3) screens.
  • Page 268 Partition Report Screens Screen Fields Module Display only. Module number where the orphaned cartridge is located. Display only. Row number where the orphaned cartridge is located. Rows are numbered consecutively from the top down, with row 1 at the top. Column Display only.
  • Page 269 Partition Report Screens Partitions—Reports—Host Connections Summary ■ Partitions—Reports—Partition Details ■ Partitions—Reports—Partition Summary ■ 96116 • Revision: KA Chapter 6 Library Partitioning 237...

  • Page 270: Partitions-Reports-Partition Details

    Partition Report Screens Partitions—Reports—Partition Details Sample Screen Description Displays detailed information for a selected partition. Note – The partition reports display data saved to the library controller database. If you have made partition configuration changes without commiting the changes to the library controller through the Commit (Step 4) screen, the data in these reports will differ from data shown on the partition Summary (Step 2) and Design (Step 3) screens.
  • Page 271 Partition Report Screens Screen Fields Partition Name Display only. Name of the partition. Partition ID Display only. ID of the partition (1–8). Bar Code Display only. Bar code format assigned to the partition. Assigned Cells Display only. Total number of storage cells allocated to the partition. Available Cells Display only.
  • Page 272 Partition Report Screens Total number of storage cells in the partition with tape cartridges present. Percent Slot Capacity Display only. Percentage of storage cells in the library allocated to this partition. Calculated as: Number of cells allocated to the partition / Total physical capacity of the library Buttons Print Click to print the report on a selected printer.

  • Page 273: Partitions-Reports-Partition Summary

    Partition Report Screens Partitions—Reports—Partition Summary Sample Screen Description Displays summary information for all partitions in the library. Note – The partition reports display data saved to the library controller database. If you have made partition configuration changes without commiting the changes to the library controller through the Commit (Step 4) screen, the data in these reports will differ from data shown on the partition Summary (Step 2) and Design (Step 3) screens.
  • Page 274 Partition Report Screens Screen Fields Note – These screen fields also appear on the Partitions—Reports—Host Connections Summary report. Partition ID Display only. ID of the partition (1–8). Partition Name Display only. Name of the partition. Cell Count Display only. Total number of storage cells allocated to the partition. Drive Count Display only.
  • Page 275 Partition Report Screens ? (Help) Click to display online help for the screen. See Also Partitions—Reports—Cartridge Cell and Media Summary ■ Partitions—Reports—Host Connections Summary ■ Partitions—Reports—Orphaned Cartridge Report ■ Partitions—Reports—Partition Details ■ 96116 • Revision: KA Chapter 6 Library Partitioning 243...

  • Page 276: Partition Cap Operation Screens

    Partition CAP Operation Screens Partition CAP Operation Screens Diagnostics > CAP—Assign CAP Button 244 SL500 User’s Guide • July 2008 Revision: KA • 96116...

  • Page 277: Diagnostics > Cap-Assign Cap Button

    Partition CAP Operation Screens Diagnostics > CAP—Assign CAP Button Sample Screen Description Allows you to select the partitions to which you want to assign the CAP Open button on the library control panel. After using this screen, the following actions occur when you press the CAP Open button: The library opens the doors of all CAPs containing cells accessible to the partitions ■...
  • Page 278 Partition CAP Operation Screens Note – Although it is possible to enter cartridges through a CAP without using the Assign CAP Button screen, it is recommended that you access the screen first to verify the partition settings. This will help to prevent cartridges from being entered inadvertently into the wrong partition.
  • Page 279 Partition CAP Operation Screens See Also None 96116 • Revision: KA Chapter 6 Library Partitioning 247...
  • Page 280 Partition CAP Operation Screens 248 SL500 User’s Guide • July 2008 Revision: KA • 96116...

  • Page 281: Sl Console Diagnostics And Utilities

    C H A P T E R SL Console Diagnostics and Utilities Library Events The library controller continually monitors library operations and logs all events. Events are stored under three headings: Communication events—Includes host-to-library, library-to-library, and library-to- ■ drive communications. Error event—Each error event is assigned a four-digit (hexadecimal) action code.

  • Page 282: Library Self-Tests

    Library Self-Tests Library Self-Tests The self-test diagnostic utility is intended to help diagnose basic problems with the library. A self-test is typically run after the library is installed. It can be run whenever necessary. Note – The library self-test routines are non-disruptive. Library self-tests involve the following process: 1.

  • Page 283: Library Firmware Upgrades

    Library Firmware Upgrades Library Firmware Upgrades Note – This feature is available starting with SL500 firmware version 1022. The library firmware resides on the library controller. The initial firmware is installed at the factory. When new firmware is released, you must use the code load utility to upgrade the firmware on the library and associated devices (CAP and HandBot).

  • Page 284: Audits

    Audits Audits An audit is the process of reading and cataloging cartridges within a library, verifying the locations of cartridges, or validating a range of slot locations. The library controller maintains a cartridge database that contains the following information for all the cartridges in the library: Volume serial numbers (VOLID or VOLSER) ■...

  • Page 285: Verified Audit

    Audits Verified Audit A verified audit validates the status of a specific cartridge location or range of locations (including CAP and drives) in the cartridge database. If a cartridge address has a verified status of “false” then a physical audit of that location is performed and the cartridge database is updated.

  • Page 286: Robot Diagnostic Moves

    Robot Diagnostic Moves Robot Diagnostic Moves Note – This feature is available starting with SL500 firmware version 1026 and SL Console version 2.40. Diagnostic moves are used to monitor or diagnose a problem with a HandBot. The move can be performed with or without cartridges. Successful diagnostic moves do not rearrange the cartridges in the storage cells;...

  • Page 287: Pool Address Range

    Robot Diagnostic Moves Pool Address Range The pool address range locations are used to supply cartridges required for diagnostic moves to and from the target address range. A pool address is also used in a get operation if a target address does not contain a cartridge. There is no specified access order within the pool address range.

  • Page 288: Diagnostic Move Control Functions

    Robot Diagnostic Moves Diagnostic Move Control Functions The following options are available to manage the moves currently open: Select Menu Option Notes Start File > Start Sequence Pause File > Pause Sequence Stops all diagnostic moves, but maintains the current location in the access order.

  • Page 289: Troubleshooting

    Troubleshooting Troubleshooting Before you run diagnostic tests, check the following areas of the library using the troubleshooting tips in the following table: TABLE 7-1 Troubleshooting Table Problem What to do Service Required Perform the following procedure: (amber) LED is Using the SL Console, check the health of the library and the attached constantly on.
  • Page 290 Troubleshooting TABLE 7-1 Troubleshooting Table (Continued) Problem What to do Robot Fault or Library 1. Check the SL Console for any displayed error messages. Write down Fault Amber LED is the error messages reported. constantly on. 2. Open the front door. Observe and note the state of the cartridges, hand, and tape drives.

  • Page 291: Diagnostic And Utility Tasks

    Diagnostic and Utility Tasks Diagnostic and Utility Tasks Library diagnostic and utility tasks are divided into the following categories: “Event Monitor Tasks” on page 260 ■ “Library Utility Tasks” on page 266 ■ “Audit Tasks” on page 274 ■ “Drive Utility Tasks” on page 281 ■...

  • Page 292: Event Monitor Tasks

    Event Monitor Tasks Event Monitor Tasks Task Page Display an Event Monitor Spool Event Monitor Data to a File Display Multiple Monitors 260 SL500 User’s Guide • July 2008 Revision: KA • 96116...

  • Page 293: Display An Event Monitor

    Event Monitor Tasks Display an Event Monitor ▼ Event monitor information is dynamically updated depending upon occurrence of the selected events. The information sent during an e-mail, print, save, or spool operation reflects the data (and format) shown on-screen at the time the operation is requested. Note –...
  • Page 294 Event Monitor Tasks 3. Click the event monitor you want to use, and then click Open from the Options Bar. The system displays the associated data collected for the event. 4. Use these options to manage the information displayed on the screen for the event selected: Select Monitor >...

  • Page 295: Spool Event Monitor Data To A File

    Event Monitor Tasks Spool Event Monitor Data to a File ▼ Use this procedure to spool and save event monitor data to a file. You can send the file to your Sun support representative to assist in diagnosing problems. 1. Select Tools > Monitors. 2.
  • Page 296 Event Monitor Tasks The Save popup appears. 5. Browse to the directory where you want to save the file. In the File Name field, enter the file name, and click Save. All event data is spooled to the specified file. 6.

  • Page 297: Display Multiple Monitors

    Event Monitor Tasks Display Multiple Monitors ▼ You can open and manage multiple event monitors using these selections from the Options Bar: Select Custom arrange the open monitors on screen Window > Arrange Arrange the event monitor windows horizontally Window > Tile Horizontal Arrange the event monitor windows vertically Window >...

  • Page 298: Library Utility Tasks

    Library Utility Tasks Library Utility Tasks Task Page Perform a Library Self-Test Reboot the Library Download Code to the Library Controller Activate Code on the Library Controller 266 SL500 User’s Guide • July 2008 Revision: KA • 96116...

  • Page 299: Perform A Library Self-Test

    Library Utility Tasks Perform a Library Self-Test ▼ Note – The proper diagnostic cartridges for library drives must be present in the library. 1. Select Tools > Diagnostics. 2. Click the Library folder on the device tree. The Library screen appears. 3.

  • Page 300: Reboot The Library

    Library Utility Tasks Reboot the Library ▼ Note – This feature is available starting with SL500 firmware version 1026 and SL Console version 2.40. Use this procedure to reboot the library. This process involves reloading the firmware from flash memory and restarting the library controller. 1.
  • Page 301 Library Utility Tasks 7. Click OK to terminate this SL Console session. You are logged off the SL Console. The library controller reboots the library. This may take several minutes. Note – You will not be able to log back in to the SL Console until the library has fully initialized.

  • Page 302: Download Code To The Library Controller

    Library Utility Tasks Download Code to the Library Controller ▼ Use this procedure to download updates to the library controller firmware. This procedure is not used for downloading drive firmware updates. Note – You can perform this procedure only from the standalone SL Console or Web- launched SL Console, not the local operator panel.
  • Page 303 Library Utility Tasks 3. Click the Load Code tab. 4. Click the Browse button to locate, select the folder and file name containing the firmware package (.img file) on your PC, and then click Open. 5. Click the Load button from the Options Bar. 6.

  • Page 304: Activate Code On The Library Controller

    Library Utility Tasks Activate Code on the Library Controller ▼ Activating the code makes the code residing in the library controller ready for operation. 1. Select Tools > Diagnostics, 2. Click the Library folder on the device tree. The Library screen appears. 3.
  • Page 305 Library Utility Tasks Note – The version prefixed with an “*” is the code currently active. You can not select this code again to activate. 6. Click the Activate button in the Options Bar. Note – The activate code process could take up to ten minutes to complete. Caution –...

  • Page 306: Audit Tasks

    Audit Tasks Audit Tasks Task Page Audit the Entire Library Audit a Range of Cells Perform a Verified Audit 274 SL500 User’s Guide • July 2008 Revision: KA • 96116...

  • Page 307: Audit The Entire Library

    Audit Tasks Audit the Entire Library ▼ During this audit the HandBot visits all the storage cells, catalogs the VOLIDs and locations, and updates the library controller database. Note – Although this audit is a background process and does not interrupt library operations, it does require sharing of HandBot resources.
  • Page 308 Audit Tasks 3. Click the Audit tab. The Library Audit screen appears. 4. In the Entire Library field, click Yes. Then click the Audit button in the Options Bar. A confirmation popup appears. 5. Click OK to perform the audit as a background process or Cancel to cancel the audit. Note –...

  • Page 309: Audit A Range Of Cells

    Audit Tasks Audit a Range of Cells ▼ During this audit the HandBot visits only a specific range of storage cells (including the cap and drives) and updates the library controller database. 1. Select Tools > Diagnostics. 2. Click the Library folder on the device tree. The Library screen appears.
  • Page 310 Audit Tasks 6. Click the Audit button in the Options Bar. A confirmation popup appears. 7. Click OK to perform the audit as a background process or Cancel to cancel the audit. Note – Once you click OK, you cannot stop the audit; it will run until completion. 8.

  • Page 311: Perform A Verified Audit

    Audit Tasks Perform a Verified Audit ▼ A verified audit validates the status of a specific cartridge location or a range of locations (including CAP and drives) in the library controller database. If a cartridge address has a verified status of “false” then a physical audit of that location is performed and the library controller database is updated.
  • Page 312 Audit Tasks 5. In the Start Address and End Address fields, select the device types you want to audit and the starting and ending library internal address locations. 6. Click the Audit button in the Options Bar. The Audit Console section displays the progress of the audit. 280 SL500 User’s Guide •...

  • Page 313: Drive Utility Tasks

    Drive Utility Tasks Drive Utility Tasks Task Page Perform a Drive Self-Test Reboot a Drive 96116 • Revision: KA Chapter 7 SL Console Diagnostics and Utilities 281...

  • Page 314: Perform A Drive Self-Test

    Drive Utility Tasks Perform a Drive Self-Test ▼ 1. Select Tools > Diagnostics. 2. Expand the Drive Folder, and click the drive you want to test. 3. Click the SelfTest tab. 4. In the Mode pull-down, click Non-Disruptive. 5. Click the Run button from the Options Bar. Status messages are displayed as the self-test is run.

  • Page 315: Reboot A Drive

    Drive Utility Tasks Reboot a Drive ▼ Use this procedure to reboot a drive. 1. Select Tools > Diagnostics. 2. Expand the Drive Folder, and click the drive you want to modify. 3. Click Reboot in the Options Bar. If the drive is offline, the Offline Confirm popup appears. 96116 •...
  • Page 316 Drive Utility Tasks 4. Click OK to vary the drive offline. The Reboot Confirm popup appears. 5. Click OK. The library controller reboots the drive, and the Reboot Success popup appears. 6. Click OK to dismiss the popup. 284 SL500 User’s Guide • July 2008 Revision: KA •...

  • Page 317: Handbot Utility Tasks

    HandBot Utility Tasks HandBot Utility Tasks Task Page Define a Diagnostic Move Manage Diagnostic Move Definitions Save a Diagnostic Move to a File Start a Diagnostic Move Monitor and Control Open Diagnostic Moves 96116 • Revision: KA Chapter 7 SL Console Diagnostics and Utilities 285...

  • Page 318: Define A Diagnostic Move

    HandBot Utility Tasks Define a Diagnostic Move ▼ Multiple diagnostic move routines can be set up and run simultaneously, as long as the target and pool address ranges do not overlap. Note – This procedure requires sharing of HandBot resources; therefore, it is not recommended that you run it during peak activity periods.
  • Page 319 HandBot Utility Tasks 4. In the Defined Sequence section, click Add. The TARGET screen appears. 5. Complete the TARGET screen as follows. See “Target Address Range” on page 254 for details. In the Selection Mode field, click the type of cells you want to diagnose. ■...
  • Page 320 HandBot Utility Tasks 7. Complete the SOURCE screen as follows. See “Pool Address Range” on page 255 details. In the Selection Mode field, click the appropriate cartridge pool address type. ■ In the Minimum Address and Maximum Address fields, select the library internal ■...
  • Page 321 HandBot Utility Tasks 10.Click Finish to complete the setup. The Diagnostic Move Manage screen appears. The diagnostic sequence you have just defined is listed in the Defined Sequences section. 96116 • Revision: KA Chapter 7 SL Console Diagnostics and Utilities 289...

  • Page 322: Manage Diagnostic Move Definitions

    HandBot Utility Tasks Manage Diagnostic Move Definitions ▼ Use this procedure to manage diagnostic move sequence definitions. 1. Select Tools > Diagnostics. 2. Click the Library folder on the device tree. The Library screen appears. 3. Click the DiagMove tab and then the Manage tab. The Diagnostic Move Manage screen appears.
  • Page 323 HandBot Utility Tasks 4. From the Defined Sequences section, select any of the following options: Select Option Notes Define a diagnostic move Open Start a diagnostic move Multiple diagnostic moves may be open at a time, so long as the target and pool address ranges setup for the moves do not overlap.

  • Page 324: Save A Diagnostic Move To A File

    HandBot Utility Tasks Save a Diagnostic Move to a File ▼ Use this procedure to save a defined diagnostic move to a local file on your workstation or PC. The file is saved as a JavaBean component represented as an XML 1.0 document (.xml).
  • Page 325 HandBot Utility Tasks 4. Click the diagnostic move you want to save, and then click the Save button in the Options Bar. The Save popup appears. 5. Browse to the directory where you want to save the file. In the File Name field, enter the file name.

  • Page 326: Start A Diagnostic Move

    HandBot Utility Tasks Start a Diagnostic Move ▼ 1. Select Tools > Diagnostics. 2. Click the Library folder on the device tree. The Library screen appears. 3. Click the DiagMove tab and then the Manage tab. The Diagnostic Move Manage screen appears. 294 SL500 User’s Guide •...
  • Page 327 HandBot Utility Tasks 4. From the Defined Sequences section click a diagnostic move and then click Open. The Monitor window is activated. You can repeat this step to open multiple moves, as long as the target and pool address ranges for the moves do not overlap. A monitor window is displayed for each move you open.

  • Page 328: Monitor And Control Open Diagnostic Moves

    HandBot Utility Tasks Monitor and Control Open Diagnostic Moves ▼ Use this procedure to control and monitor the status of one or more open diagnostic moves. 1. See “Start a Diagnostic Move” on page 294 for instructions on starting one or more diagnostic moves.
  • Page 329 HandBot Utility Tasks 3. Use the File menu in each Monitor window to perform any of the following functions: Select Option Notes File > Start Sequence Start File > Pause Sequence Pause Stops all diagnostic moves, but maintains the current location in the access order. File >...
  • Page 330 HandBot Utility Tasks 298 SL500 User’s Guide • July 2008 Revision: KA • 96116...

  • Page 331: Snmp Support

    C H A P T E R SNMP Support Simple Network Management Protocol is an application layer protocol that performs network management operations over an Ethernet connection using a User Datagram Protocol (UDP/IP). The Simple Network Management Protocol allows: Libraries to inform the systems administrator of potential problems. ■...

  • Page 332: Port Control

    Port Control Trap or notification levels available at this time are listed in the table below: Trap Level Number Description Error Error/System Log entries. Errors critical to library operation. For example, Device inoperable: refers to the entire system. Failure of a redundant component is not a Category 1. Warning Warning Log entries.

  • Page 333: Snmp Configuration And Usage Tasks

    SNMP Configuration and Usage Tasks SNMP Configuration and Usage Tasks Task Page Add SNMP Users Delete SNMP Users Add Trap Recipients Delete Trap Recipients Set Up Port Control Transfer the Library MIB File 96116 • Revision: KA Chapter 8 SNMP Support 301...

  • Page 334: Add Snmp Users

    SNMP Configuration and Usage Tasks Add SNMP Users ▼ Use this procedure to add an SNMP user. 1. Select Tools > System Detail. 2. Select the Library folder from the device tree. 3. Select SNMP > Add Users and enter the following details: Version Version of the SNMP standard.

  • Page 335: Delete Snmp Users

    SNMP Configuration and Usage Tasks Delete SNMP Users ▼ Use this procedure to delete a SNMP user. 1. Select Tools > System Detail. 2. Select the Library folder from the device tree. 3. Select SNMP > Delete Users. 4. Enter the Index number of the SNMP user from the list. 5.

  • Page 336: Add Trap Recipients

    SNMP Configuration and Usage Tasks Add Trap Recipients ▼ A recipient is a location on a manager where the SNMP agent sends traps. This location is defined by the combination of either the IP address or DNS name and the port number.

  • Page 337: Delete Trap Recipients

    SNMP Configuration and Usage Tasks Delete Trap Recipients ▼ Use this procedure to delete a trap recipient. 1. Select Tools > System Detail. 2. Select the Library folder from the device tree. 3. Select SNMP > Delete Trap Recipients. 4. Enter the Index number of the trap recipient from the list. 5.

  • Page 338: Set Up Port Control

    SNMP Configuration and Usage Tasks Set Up Port Control ▼ Use this procedure to set up SNMP port control. 1. Select Tools > System Detail. 2. Select the Library folder from the device tree. 3. Select SNMP > Port Control. 4.

  • Page 339: Transfer The Library Mib File

    SNMP Configuration and Usage Tasks Transfer the Library MIB File ▼ Use this procedure to copy the public SNMP management information base (MIB) file to a specified location on your local PC or workstation. The file is saved as a text file. You can e-mail the file to your Sun support representative to help diagnose problems with the library.
  • Page 340 SNMP Configuration and Usage Tasks 4. Click Transfer. The Save popup appears. 5. Browse to the directory where you want to save the file, and enter the file name in the File Name field. Be sure to give it a .txt suffix. 6.

  • Page 341: Manual Operations

    C H A P T E R Manual Operations When in manual mode of operation, the library is unavailable for host access. This may be because the library has experienced an unrecoverable error or a library component requires service or installation. When the library is in this mode, cartridge mounts and dismounts require human intervention.

  • Page 342: Manual Operation Tasks

    Manual Operation Tasks Manual Operation Tasks Manual library tasks are divided into the following categories: “General Library Operation Tasks” on page 311 ■ “Cartridge Handling Tasks” on page 320 ■ 310 SL500 User’s Guide • July 2008 Revision: KA • 96116...

  • Page 343: General Library Operation Tasks

    General Library Operation Tasks General Library Operation Tasks Task Page Power Off the Library Power On the Library Return the Library to Ready Status Open the Front Door (With Power) Open the Front Door (Without Power) Secure the Front Door (With Power) Secure the Front Door (Without Power) 96116 •...

  • Page 344: Power Off The Library

    General Library Operation Tasks Power Off the Library ▼ Caution – Possible equipment or cartridge damage or data loss. If you power-off the library without performing the following procedure, you risk possible equipment or cartridge damage or loss of data. 1.

  • Page 345: Power On The Library

    General Library Operation Tasks Power On the Library ▼ To power on the library: 1. Close and lock the front door if the door is open. 2. Press the power switch (on the top right corner of the back of the library) to the ON (1) position.

  • Page 346: Return The Library To Ready Status

    General Library Operation Tasks Return the Library to Ready Status ▼ To return the library to ready status: 1. Make sure cartridges are inserted correctly in the storage cells or tape drives and that they do not block the path of the X table assembly. 2.

  • Page 347: Open The Front Door (With Power)

    General Library Operation Tasks Open the Front Door (With Power) ▼ To open the front door when library power exists: 1. Press the Open Door button on the keypad. The software allows the current job to complete. The software retracts the robot into the robotic unit to prevent the robot from being damaged and to prepare it for servicing.

  • Page 348: Open The Front Door (Without Power)

    General Library Operation Tasks Open the Front Door (Without Power) ▼ To open the front door when no library power exists: Note – You must manually move the robotics park lever (beneath the facade and to the bottom left of the keypad) to the left position so that you can open the door with the key.
  • Page 349 General Library Operation Tasks Warning – Possible Physical Injury. Possible injury to finger: Make sure that your finger is completely to the left in the next step so that it will not be pinched when the door locking lever extends as shown in the lower picture. 3.

  • Page 350: Secure The Front Door (With Power)

    General Library Operation Tasks Secure the Front Door (With Power) ▼ To secure the front door when library power exists, push it closed and use the key to lock it. 318 SL500 User’s Guide • July 2008 Revision: KA • 96116...

  • Page 351: Secure The Front Door (Without Power)

    General Library Operation Tasks Secure the Front Door (Without Power) ▼ To secure the front door when no library power exists: 1. Remove the robotic facade from the top of the library by gently pulling the facade from side to side to pull the ball studs away from the clips. You might have to use a screwdriver to gently pry it off.

  • Page 352: Cartridge Handling Tasks

    Cartridge Handling Tasks Cartridge Handling Tasks Task Page Locate and Remove a Cartridge Insert Cartridges into Storage Cells Insert a Cartridge into a Tape Drive Remove a Cartridge from a Tape Drive Remove a Cartridge from the Gripper Assembly Replace a Cleaning Cartridge 320 SL500 User’s Guide •...

  • Page 353: Locate And Remove A Cartridge

    Cartridge Handling Tasks Locate and Remove a Cartridge ▼ To locate a particular cartridge inside the library: 1. Open the door. 2. Locate the particular cartridge by its VOLID (volume ID) label and storage cell. 3. Remove the cartridge from the cell by sliding the cartridge out. 4.

  • Page 354: Insert Cartridges Into Storage Cells

    Cartridge Handling Tasks Insert Cartridges into Storage Cells ▼ Depending on the version and configuration of your library, some storage cells cannot be used. See Appendix A, “SL500 Wall Diagrams and Specifications” for details. Note – You do not have to insert a cartridge into every storage cell. The library automatically audits cartridges and empty cells as part of its initialization routine.

  • Page 355: Figure 9-1 Insert Mixed Media Cartridges Into Arrays

    Cartridge Handling Tasks 2. Insert as many cartridges into the library as you want and as your configuration allows, making sure you seat them all the way into the storage cells. FIGURE 9-1 Insert Mixed Media Cartridges into Arrays 1. SDLT/DLT-S4 cartridge 2.

  • Page 356: Insert A Cartridge Into A Tape Drive

    Cartridge Handling Tasks Insert a Cartridge into a Tape Drive ▼ Use this procedure to manually insert a cartridge into a tape drive. Note – LTO cartridges can be placed in either LTO arrays or mixed-media arrays. SDLT/DLT-S4 cartridges can only be placed in mixed-media arrays, not in LTO arrays. 1.

  • Page 357: Remove A Cartridge From A Tape Drive

    Cartridge Handling Tasks Remove a Cartridge from a Tape Drive ▼ To manually remove a cartridge from a tape drive: 1. Obtain the tape drive number from the server console. 2. Open the door and locate the appropriate tape drive. Caution –...
  • Page 358 Cartridge Handling Tasks Note – If you store the cartridge in an empty storage cell, you must reinitialize the library and update the tape management’s database (see “Return the Library to Ready Status” on page 314). 6. Close the library door. 326 SL500 User’s Guide •...

  • Page 359: Remove A Cartridge From The Gripper Assembly

    Cartridge Handling Tasks Remove a Cartridge from the Gripper Assembly ▼ The hand assembly can be in any position when the library loses power. Before you can remove the cartridge, the hand assembly must be facing the front left arrays and aligned with an empty storage cell.

  • Page 360: Figure 9-5 Manual Release Screw

    Cartridge Handling Tasks 6. Remove the cartridge from the storage cell, or leave it there. FIGURE 9-5 Manual Release Screw L204_227 1. Gripper belt and pulleys 2. Release screw 3. Gripper 328 SL500 User’s Guide • July 2008 Revision: KA • 96116...

  • Page 361: Replace A Cleaning Cartridge

    Cartridge Handling Tasks Replace a Cleaning Cartridge ▼ Cleaning cartridges have a limited life span. Refer to your tape drive publication to determine how many times a cleaning cartridge should be used. When the usage count exceeds its limit, you must replace it with a new one. You can use the SL Console to eject the cleaning cartridge to the CAP.
  • Page 362 Cartridge Handling Tasks 330 SL500 User’s Guide • July 2008 Revision: KA • 96116...

  • Page 363: Sl500 Wall Diagrams And Specifications

    A P P E N D I X SL500 Wall Diagrams and Specifications This appendix provides the following diagrams and tables: “LTO Configurations” on page 332 ■ “Mixed-Media Configurations” on page 337 ■ “Specifications” on page 342 ■ Use the legend in TABLE A-1 for all diagrams in this appendix.

  • Page 364: Lto Configurations

    LTO Configurations LTO Configurations The following figures show LTO storage cell and tape drive locations. FIGURE A-1, “Base Module LTO Cells” on page 333 shows a library with only a Base ■ Module. FIGURE A-2, “LTO Cell Locations for Firmware Site Mapping” on page 334 shows a ■...

  • Page 365: Base Module Lto Cells

    LTO Configurations FIGURE A-1 Base Module LTO Cells COLUMNS COLUMN COLUMNS LEFT SIDE WALL REAR WALL RIGHT SIDE WALL Robot Park Zone L204_004 96116 • Revision: KA Appendix A SL500 Wall Diagrams and Specifications 333...

  • Page 366: Lto Cell Locations For Firmware Site Mapping

    LTO Configurations FIGURE A-2 LTO Cell Locations for Firmware Site Mapping COLUMNS COLUMN COLUMNS LEFT SIDE WALLS REAR WALLS RIGHT SIDE WALLS Robot Park Zone Expansion Identification Label L204_010 334 SL500 User’s Guide • July 2008 Revision: KA • 96116...

  • Page 367: Lto Cell Locations For Scsi Element Numbering Mapping

    LTO Configurations FIGURE A-3 LTO Cell Locations for SCSI Element Numbering Mapping COLUMNS COLUMNS COLUMNS LEFT SIDE WALLS REAR WALLS RIGHT SIDE WALLS Robot Park Zone Expansion Identification Label L204_009 96116 • Revision: KA Appendix A SL500 Wall Diagrams and Specifications 335...

  • Page 368: Lto Cells For Back Wall Of Cartridge Expansion Module

    LTO Configurations FIGURE A-4 LTO Cells for Back Wall of Cartridge Expansion Module Base or Drive Expansion Module Base or Drive Expansion Module Installed Above CEM Installed Above CEM COLUMNS COLUMNS No Module Cartridge Expansion Module Installed Below CEM Installed Below CEM Cartridge Expansion Module Cartridge Expansion Module Installed Above CEM...

  • Page 369: Mixed-Media Configurations

    Mixed-Media Configurations Mixed-Media Configurations The following figures show mixed-media storage cell and tape drive locations. FIGURE A-5, “Base Module Mixed-Media Cells” on page 338 shows a library with ■ only a Base Module. FIGURE A-6, “Mixed-Media Firmware Cell Mapping” on page 339 shows a library ■...
  • Page 370 Mixed-Media Configurations FIGURE A-5 Base Module Mixed-Media Cells COLUMNS COLUMN COLUMNS LEFT SIDE WALL REAR WALL RIGHT SIDE WALL Robot Park Zone L204_558 338 SL500 User’s Guide • July 2008 Revision: KA • 96116...
  • Page 371 Mixed-Media Configurations FIGURE A-6 Mixed-Media Firmware Cell Mapping COLUMNS COLUMN COLUMNS LEFT SIDE WALLS REAR WALLS RIGHT SIDE WALLS Robot Park Zone Expansion Identification Label L204_559 96116 • Revision: KA Appendix A SL500 Wall Diagrams and Specifications 339...
  • Page 372 Mixed-Media Configurations FIGURE A-7 Mixed-Media SCSI Element Numbering Mapping COLUMNS COLUMN COLUMNS LEFT SIDE WALLS REAR WALLS RIGHT SIDE WALLS Robot Park Zone Expansion Identification Label L204_560 340 SL500 User’s Guide • July 2008 Revision: KA • 96116...
  • Page 373 Mixed-Media Configurations FIGURE A-8 Mixed-Media Cells for Back Wall of Cartridge Expansion Module Base or Drive Expansion Module Base or Drive Expansion Module Installed Above CEM Installed Above CEM COLUMNS COLUMNS No Module Cartridge Expansion Module Installed Below CEM Installed Below CEM Cartridge Expansion Module Cartridge Expansion Module Installed Above CEM...

  • Page 374: Specifications

    Specifications Specifications The following pages provide the following specifications: “Library and Rack Dimensions” on page 343 ■ “Library and Rack Clearances” on page 344 ■ “Library Component Weights” on page 345 ■ “Library Environment Specifications” on page 345 ■ “Power Specifications” on page 346 ■...

  • Page 375: Figure A-9 Library And Rack Dimensions

    Specifications FIGURE A-9 Library and Rack Dimensions L204_045 1. 48.3 cm (19.0 in.) width of front of Base Module with flange 2. 35.6 cm (14.0 in.) height of Base Module 3. 35.6 cm (14.0 in.) height of expansion module 4. 46.5 cm (18.3 in.) distance between rack holes 5.

  • Page 376: Figure A-10 Library And Rack Clearances

    Specifications FIGURE A-10 Library and Rack Clearances SERVICE AREA TOP VIEW OF LIBRARY SERVICE AREA L204_235 1. 60.9 cm (2 ft) minimum service clearance behind the library or rack 2. 81.0 cm (31.9 in.) depth of Base Module from front mounting plane to back of tape drives 3.

  • Page 377: Library Component Weights

    Specifications Library Component Weights The following table lists the weights of the library, tape drives and trays, and cartridges. TABLE A-2 Library Component Weights Component Weight Base module with 1 power supply, 2 LTO tape drives, and robotics unit 44.5 kg (98.0 lb) Drive expansion module (DEM) with one power supply and four LTO 41.3 kg (91.0 lb) tape drives...

  • Page 378: Power Specifications

    Specifications Power Specifications The following tables list power specifications for the modules and tape drives. TABLE A-4 Power for Library Without Tape Drives Input voltage 100–240 VAC, single phase Frequency 50/60 Hz 1.4 A @ 120 V Maximum library power consumption 0.8 A @ 240 V Maximum heat output 614 Btu/hr...

  • Page 379: Cartridge Information

    A P P E N D I X Cartridge Information This appendix provides detailed information about the cartridges that can be used in the SL500 library. Handling Cartridges Improper handling of cartridges can result in a loss of data or damage to a library component.

  • Page 380: Inspecting Cartridges

    Inspecting Cartridges Inspecting Cartridges A defective or dirty cartridge can damage a tape drive. Always inspect a cartridge before you insert it into a tape drive or a library. Look for: Cracked or broken cartridge ■ Broken leader ■ Broken leader latch ■...

  • Page 381: Ordering Cartridges And Labels

    Ordering Cartridges and Labels Color cartridges are approved only if the measured reflection density is greater than 0.1 as measured by an X-rite 404G color reflection densitometer. For more information about colored cartridges, contact your Sun support representative. Color measurements are: Bandwidth ANSI Status T Wide band (380 to 780 nm) Measuring range...

  • Page 382: Lto (Ultrium) Cartridges

    LTO (Ultrium) Cartridges LTO (Ultrium) Cartridges The following sections describe LTO cartridges. FIGURE B-1 LTO Cartridge Components L204_019 1. Write-protect switch (data cartridge has red switch, cleaning cartridge has gray switch) 2. Volume ID label (barcode to hub side of cartridge) 3.

  • Page 383: Table B-1 Lto Cartridge Codes

    LTO (Ultrium) Cartridges Discuss whether you want six or eight characters with your service representative. The representative can set what characters are available with the “orientlabel print” and “orientlabel” host commands from the command line interface. TABLE B-1 LTO Cartridge Codes Label Type of Cartridge Generation 1 data cartridge...

  • Page 384: Figure B-2 Lto Cartridge Labels

    LTO (Ultrium) Cartridges FIGURE B-2 LTO Cartridge Labels L204_214 1. LTO Generation 2 data cartridge label. Note: Generation 3 data cartridge labels are “L3.”; Generation 4 data cartridge labels are “L4.” 2. LTO Generation 2 Diagnostics cartridge label 3. LTO Universal cleaning cartridge label 4.

  • Page 385: Write-Protect Switch

    LTO (Ultrium) Cartridges Labels must be attached as shown in the following figure. FIGURE B-3 Apply the Utrium Cartridge Label 1 1 1 1 L204_020 1. Volume number label Write-protect Switch You can set the write-protect switch so the cartridge is write-enabled. Slide the switch to reveal the “open lock”...
  • Page 386 LTO (Ultrium) Cartridges FIGURE B-4 Set the LTO Write-Protect Switch 3. Write-protected 354 SL500 User’s Guide • July 2008 Revision: KA • 96116...

  • Page 387: Sdlt/Dlt-S4 Cartridges

    SDLT/DLT-S4 Cartridges SDLT/DLT-S4 Cartridges Note – Your robotics unit must be part number 314558705 or higher to read SDLT cartridge labels. The following sections describe SDLT/DLT-S4 cartridges. FIGURE B-5 SDLT Cartridge Components L204_564 1. Tape leader 2. SDLT cartridge identifier tab 3.

  • Page 388: Valid Labels

    SDLT/DLT-S4 Cartridges Labels must be attached as shown in the following figure. FIGURE B-6 Apply the SDLT Cartridge Label L204_565 1. Volume number label Note: Consult Quantum documentation regarding application of labels for DLTtape S4 tapes. Valid Labels SDLT/DLT-S4 cartridge labels have six, seven, or eight characters (see the following note).

  • Page 389: Figure B-7 Sdlt Cartridge Labels

    SDLT/DLT-S4 Cartridges Note – Discuss whether you want six or seven characters with your service representative. The representative can set what characters are available with the “orientlabel print” and “orientlabel” host commands from the command line interface. TABLE 0-1 SDLT/DLT-S4 Cartridge Codes Label Type of Cartridge SDLT 220/320 data cartridge...

  • Page 390: Write-Protect Switch

    SDLT/DLT-S4 Cartridges FIGURE B-7 SDLT Cartridge Labels 3. SDLT 320/600 diagnostic label Note: DLT-S4 diagnostic cartridge labels are “DG + 4.” 4. SDLT 320/600 cleaning label Note: You may use SDLT “CLN + S” cleaning labels for DLT-S4 drives. Write-Protect Switch You can set the write-protect switch so the cartridge is write-enabled.

  • Page 391: Cartridge Handling Tasks

    Cartridge Handling Tasks Cartridge Handling Tasks Task Page Apply a Label to a Cartridge 96116 • Revision: KA Appendix B Cartridge Information 359...

  • Page 392: Apply A Label To A Cartridge

    Cartridge Handling Tasks Apply a Label to a Cartridge ▼ Cartridge labels reflect the cartridge media and usage. If your cartridges were not ordered with labels already applied, you must apply them yourself. You must correctly label all cartridges for library use. Caution –...

  • Page 393: Web-Launched Sl Console Server

    A P P E N D I X Web-launched SL Console Server The Web-launched SL Console is a standard feature of the SL500 and is included on a CD shipped with each library. It enables the SL Console to be installed on a centralized Web server.

  • Page 394: Server Installation And Management

    Server Installation and Management Server Installation and Management Installation and management of the Web-launched SL Console server involves the following procedures: “Download the Java System Web Server” on page 362 ■ “Install the Sun Java System Web Server” on page 366 ■...
  • Page 395 Server Installation and Management 3. On the Sun Java System Web Server screen (this will vary according to your selection in the previous step), scroll down to verify the list of supported platforms, and click Download. 4. In the Sun Download Center Login screen, enter your Username and Password, and click Login.
  • Page 396 Server Installation and Management Note – If you do not already have an account, click Register Now and follow the instructions to create one. 5. In the Sun Download Center screen, make the following selections: Click the Accept License Agreement radio button. ■...
  • Page 397 Server Installation and Management Click the Sun Java System Web Server link that corresponds to your server ■ platform. 6. In the popup, click Save to Disk, to save the compressed archive file to a directory of your choice, and click OK. Note –...

  • Page 398: Install The Sun Java System Web Server

    Server Installation and Management Install the Sun Java System Web Server ▼ Use this procedure to install the Java System Web Server, if it is not already installed on your server. 1. In the directory where you have extracted the Sun Java System Web Server files, double-click or execute from a command line the setup file (setup or setup.exe, depending on your platform).
  • Page 399 Server Installation and Management 3. On the Software License Agreement screen, click the Yes radio button, and click Next. 4. On the Select Installation Directory screen, specify the directory where you want the Web Server installed, and click Next. 96116 • Revision: KA Appendix C Web-launched SL Console Server 367...
  • Page 400 Server Installation and Management 5. On the Type of Installation screen, click Express, and click Next. 6. On the Administration Server Settings screen, specify a secure password for the admin user, and click Next. 368 SL500 User’s Guide • July 2008 Revision: KA •...
  • Page 401 Server Installation and Management 7. On the Ready to Install screen, review the installation information and click Install Now. The installation begins, and screen with a progress bar is displayed. 8. On the Installation Complete screen, review the information and write down the Administration Console URL specified in #2 under “Next Steps.

  • Page 402: Log In To The Java System Web Server Administration Console

    ▼ Administration Console 1. Start the Sun Java System Web Server, if it is not already running: On Windows—Click Start > All Programs > Sun Microsystems >Web Server 7.0 > ■ Start Administration Server. On Solaris—Open a terminal window, and type the following: ■...
  • Page 403 Server Installation and Management 4. In the Web browser where you opened the Admin Console URL, enter the admin User Name and Password, and click Log in. 96116 • Revision: KA Appendix C Web-launched SL Console Server 371...
  • Page 404 Server Installation and Management 5. The Common Tasks screen appears. 372 SL500 User’s Guide • July 2008 Revision: KA • 96116...

  • Page 405: Install And Deploy The Web-Launched Sl Console

    Server Installation and Management Install and Deploy the Web-launched SL Console ▼ Note – Before you perform this activity, you must obtain the Web-launched SL Console installation CD. 1. On the server, insert the Web-launched SL Console installation CD in the CD drive. 2.
  • Page 406 Server Installation and Management Click OK. ■ 374 SL500 User’s Guide • July 2008 Revision: KA • 96116...
  • Page 407 Server Installation and Management 5. On the Web Applications screen, click Save. 96116 • Revision: KA Appendix C Web-launched SL Console Server 375...
  • Page 408 Server Installation and Management 6. On the updated Web Applications screen, click the Deployment Pending link in the upper-right corner. 7. On the Configuration Deployment screen, click Deploy. 376 SL500 User’s Guide • July 2008 Revision: KA • 96116...
  • Page 409 Server Installation and Management 8. On the Results screen, click Close. 96116 • Revision: KA Appendix C Web-launched SL Console Server 377...
  • Page 410 Server Installation and Management 9. The Web Applications screen displays a message that the application has been added successfully. You can click the Home button in the upper-right corner to return to the Common Tasks screen. 378 SL500 User’s Guide • July 2008 Revision: KA •...

  • Page 411: Start The Web-Launched Sl Console

    Server Installation and Management Start the Web-launched SL Console ▼ 1. Log in to the Sun Java System Web Server administration console. See “Log in to the Java System Web Server Administration Console” on page 370 for details. 2. On the Common Tasks screen, click Start/Stop Instances. 96116 •...
  • Page 412 Server Installation and Management 3. On the Configuration Instances screen, click the checkbox next to the local instance of the Web-launched SL Console server, and click Start. The Web-launched SL Console application instances are started, and screen with a progress bar is displayed. 4.

  • Page 413: Update The Web-Launched Sl Console

    Server Installation and Management Update the Web-launched SL Console ▼ You can update the Web-launched SL Console while it is running. Updates are automatically propagated to the clients when they retrieve the Web-launched SL Console application from the server. Note – Before you perform this activity, you must obtain the Web-launched SL Console update CD.
  • Page 414 Server Installation and Management 4. On the General Properties screen, click the Web Applications tab. 5. On the Web Applications screen, click the checkbox next to the /opel URI, and click Update. 6. On the Update Web Application screen, make the following entries: 382 SL500 User’s Guide •...
  • Page 415 Server Installation and Management Web Application Location: Click the Browse button and browse to the location of ■ the opel.war file on the update CD. Leave all other fields as the defaults. ■ Click OK. ■ The server update begins, and screen with a progress bar is displayed. 96116 •...
  • Page 416 Server Installation and Management 7. On the Web Applications screen, click the Deployment Pending link in the upper right corner. 8. On the Configuration Deployment screen, click Deploy. The deployment begins, and screen with a progress bar is displayed. 384 SL500 User’s Guide • July 2008 Revision: KA •...
  • Page 417 Server Installation and Management 9. In the Results screen, click Close to return to the Web Applications screen. 96116 • Revision: KA Appendix C Web-launched SL Console Server 385...

  • Page 418: Common Problems And Solutions

    Common Problems and Solutions Common Problems and Solutions This section describes solutions to some common problems with the installation and maintenance of the Java System Web Server. Windows 2000 Sun Java System Web Server Installation Errors Windows MSVCP60.dll Error If you are installing on a Windows 2000 platform that does not include the Microsoft Visual C v6 runtime DLL, MSVCP60.dll, during installation you will see errors similar to the following: 386 SL500 User’s Guide •...

  • Page 419: Remedy For Windows Msvcp60.Dll Error

    Common Problems and Solutions The Web server installation log will include errors similar to the following: Remedy for Windows MSVCP60.dll Error ▼ Use this procedure to solve the Windows MSVCP60.dll error. 1. Perform a Web search for the following string: msvcp60.dll download 2.

  • Page 420: Solaris 9 & 10 Sun Java System Web Server Installation Errors

    Common Problems and Solutions Solaris 9 & 10 Sun Java System Web Server ▼ Installation Errors Java Home Error If you cannot start the server instance and you see errors claiming your HotSpot start failed and your JVM could not be found, you need to change the Java Home configuration of your Sun Java System Web Server.
  • Page 421 Common Problems and Solutions 4. In Java Home, enter the directory where your JDK/JRE is installed. For example: /usr/java Note – You may also need to change permissions on the top-level directory where you installed the Sun Java System Web Server. In order for a non-root user to start a server instance, the user must be able to write to the server directory.
  • Page 422 Common Problems and Solutions 390 SL500 User’s Guide • July 2008 Revision: KA • 96116...

  • Page 423: Glossary

    Glossary access door A door on the front of a library through which service personnel or operators can access the interior of the library. Synonymous with front door. adaptor card See MPW/RLW card or MPU2 card. array (1) A section of vertical or horizontal tape cartridge receptacles inside a library. (2) A molded unit that holds multiple cartridges.
  • Page 424 cleaning cartridge A tape cartridge that contains special material to clean the tape path in a transport or tape drive. LTO cleaning cartridges labels have “CLN” prefixes. CLI Command line interface. CompactPCI (cPCI®) Industry standard bus used for card-to-card bus expansion. containment box A box in the SL500 robotics unit that holds the Z flex cable.
  • Page 425 gripper The portion of the hand assembly that grasps and holds a cartridge. hand assembly A part of the library robot whose function is to grasp cartridges and move them between storage cells and tape drives. A bar-code scanner on the hand assembly reads cartridge volume labels.
  • Page 426 The location in the library in which a tape cartridge is stored. Synonymous with slot. StorageTek Library Console™ The operator panel software application used for the SL500. StorageTek SL500 Modular Library System An automated tape library composed of: Base module Drive expansion module (optional)
  • Page 427 tape cartridge A container holding magnetic tape that can be processed without separating the tape from the container. The library uses data, diagnostic, and cleaning cartridges. These cartridges are not interchangeable. tape drive An electromechanical device that moves magnetic tape and includes mechanisms for writing and reading data to and from the tape.
  • Page 428 Z suspension cables Four cables used to lift and lower the X table assembly between the library modules. 396 SL500 User’s Guide • July 2008 Revision: KA • 96116...

  • Page 429: Index

    Index library partitions and 186–192, 244–247 magazine cells 86 ACTIVE indicator 14 Open indicator 13 audits properties 83 described 252–253 removing cartridges from 87 full library 275–276 status 82 physical 252, 275–276, 277–278 summary information 81 range of cells 277–278 using to eject cartridges 61, 87 tasks 274–280 using to enter cartridges 61, 85...
  • Page 430 cleaning cartridges ejecting cleaning cartridges 109 described 63 entering cleaning cartridges 107 ejecting expired 63, 109 manual 64, 113 entering 107 status of 112 listing 111 tasks 105–114 replacing 329 Drive Expansion Module status 63 location 3 clearance specifications (library) 344 LTO capacities 5 mixed-media capacities 9 components (library)
  • Page 431 using CAPs with 151–152 verifying 164, 217 health indicators 59 library reboot 268 host interfaces library reports partitioned libraries and 174, 176, 201, 203, 204 displaying 74 saving data to a file 78 searching 76 Java System Web Server library self-tests 250 downloading 362–365 performing 267 installing 366–369...
  • Page 432 LTO configuration power switch 3 Base Module wall diagrams 333 powering off the library 312 Cartridge Expansion Module wall diagrams 336 powering on the library 313 library internal addressing 334 library SCSI addresses 335 ready status returning the library to 314 Management Information Base.
  • Page 433 SL Console Help accessing 55 wall diagrams described 55 Base Module, LTO 333 navigation 55 Base Module, mixed-media 338 SL Console reports 53–54 Cartridge Expansion Module, LTO 336 generating 53 Cartridge Expansion Module, mixed-media 341 Media Drive Events Report 103 LTO firmware mappings 334 Options Bar 54 LTO SCSI mappings 335...
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