Configuring The Mailslot - HP Surestore Tape Library Model 2/20 User Manual

Configuring the Mailslot

Figure 40
Chapter 3
The mailslot is used for moving tapes into and out of the library in a controlled
manner. Mailslot locations are different than storage locations. Consequently,
having a larger mailslot decreases the number of storage locations available
in the library. See
Table 13
The mailslot is comprised of magazine locations in the upper right-hand
drawer. When a tape is being changed, the drawer opens only to the number
of slots that have been configured.
Mailslot Drawer
By default, the library is configured for a one-slot mailslot. This setting can also
be configured for 0 slots (no mailslot), 1 slot, 1 magazine, or 2 magazines
from the or
Administration
on page 94.
menus (see Table 13
Service
on page 94).
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