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SL500 (M852x) Tape
Library Installation and
User's Guide
Abstract
This manual describes how to install and use an M852x tape library on HP NonStop™
servers.
Product Version
N.A.
Supported Release Version Updates (RVUs)
This publication supports G06.31 and all subsequent G-series RVUs and H06.11 and
all subsequent H-series RVUs until otherwise indicated by its replacement publication.
Part Number
541531-006
Published
June 2007

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  • Page 1 SL500 (M852x) Tape Library Installation and User’s Guide Abstract This manual describes how to install and use an M852x tape library on HP NonStop™ servers. Product Version N.A. Supported Release Version Updates (RVUs) This publication supports G06.31 and all subsequent G-series RVUs and H06.11 and all subsequent H-series RVUs until otherwise indicated by its replacement publication.
  • Page 2 Document History Part Number Product Version 541531-001 N.A. 541531-002 N.A. 541531-003 N.A. 541531-004 N.A. 541531-005 N.A. 541531-006 Published September 2005 November 2005 February 2006 February 2006 June 2006 June 2007...

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    SL500 (M852x) Tape Library Installation and User’s Guide Index Figures What’s New in This Manual Manual Information New and Changed Information About This Manual Notation Conventions 1. Overview of the Tape Library Views and Locations Physical Configurations Capacities Robotics Unit 1-11 Electronics 1-14...
  • Page 4 Opening the Front Door (With Power) Securing the Front Door (With Power) Entering a Cartridge Through the CAP Powering On the Tape Library Powering Off the Tape Library Manual Mode Opening the Front Door (Without Power) Securing the Front Door (Without Power) Locate and Remove Cartridge Insert Cartridges Into Slots Inserting a Cartridge Into a Tape Drive...
  • Page 5 A. Specifications Tape Library Components Weights Tape Library Environment Power Safety and Compliance Figures Figure 1-1. Front View of Tape Library Components Figure 1-2. Back View of Tape Library Components Figure 1-3. Base Module Slots Figure 1-4. Slots Locations for Firmware Slot Mapping Figure 1-5.
  • Page 6 Table 4-1. LTO Cartridge Codes Table 4-2. LTO Gen 1, Gen 2, and Gen 3 Cartridge Specifications Table A-1. Library Component Weights Table A-2. Library Environment Specifications Table A-3. Power Cord and Receptacles Table A-4. Non-Country-Specific Cords Table A-5. Power for Library Without Tape Drives Table A-6.

  • Page 7: What's New In This Manual

    What’s New in This Manual Manual Information SL500 (M852x) Tape Library Installation and User’s Guide Abstract This manual describes how to install and use an M852x tape library on HP NonStop™ servers. Product Version N.A. Supported Release Version Updates (RVUs) This publication supports G06.31 and all subsequent G-series RVUs and H06.11 and...
  • Page 8 What’s New in This Manual New and Changed Information SL500 (M852x) Tape Library Installation and User’s Guide —541531-006...

  • Page 9: About This Manual

    About This Manual Notation Conventions Hypertext Links Blue underline is used to indicate a hypertext link within text. By clicking a passage of text with a blue underline, you are taken to the location described. For example: This requirement is described under Drives on page 3-2.
  • Page 10 About This Manual Change Bar Notation SL500 (M852x) Tape Library Installation and User’s Guide —541531-006 viii...

  • Page 11: Overview Of The Tape Library

    Overview of the Tape Library This section includes: Views and Locations Physical Configurations Robotics Unit Electronics Fans Power System Cartridge Access Port Supported Tape Drives Audit of Tape Library Safety Features Interfaces This section contains an overview of the major hardware components of the tape library.

  • Page 12: Views And Locations

    Views and Locations Figure 1-1 Figure 1-2 components. Figure 1-1. Front View of Tape Library Components 1. Base module 2. Drive expansion module 3. Library door 4. Drive expansion module cartridge access port (CAP) 5. Library door lock 6. Base unit cartridge access port (CAP) 7.

  • Page 13: Figure 1-2. Back View Of Tape Library Components

    Overview of the Tape Library Views and Locations Figure 1-2. Back View of Tape Library Components 1. Base module 2. Drive expansion module 3. Redundant power supply 4. Standard power supply 5. Library power switch 6. Tape drive 1 in base unit 7.

  • Page 14: Physical Configurations

    Physical Configurations Figure 1-3 on page 1-5 shows a tape library with only a base module. page 1-6 shows a tape library with a base module that has nine reserved slots, one drive expansion module, and one cartridge expansion module. Figure 1-5 on page 1-7 shows a tape library with a base module that has two reserved slots, one drive expansion module, and one cartridge expansion module.

  • Page 15: Figure 1-3. Base Module Slots

    Overview of the Tape Library Physical Configurations Figure 1-3. Base Module Slots SL500 (M852x) Tape Library Installation and User’s Guide —541531-006 1 -5...

  • Page 16: Figure 1-4. Slots Locations For Firmware Slot Mapping

    Overview of the Tape Library Physical Configurations Figure 1-4. Slots Locations for Firmware Slot Mapping SL500 (M852x) Tape Library Installation and User’s Guide —541531-006 1 -6...

  • Page 17: Figure 1-5. Slots Locations For Scsi Element Numbering Mapping

    Overview of the Tape Library Physical Configurations Figure 1-5. Slots Locations for SCSI Element Numbering Mapping SL500 (M852x) Tape Library Installation and User’s Guide —541531-006 1 -7...

  • Page 18: Figure 1-6. Slot Capacity For Back Wall Of Cartridge Expansion Module

    Overview of the Tape Library Physical Configurations Figure 1-6. Slot Capacity for Back Wall of Cartridge Expansion Module SL500 (M852x) Tape Library Installation and User’s Guide —541531-006 1 -8...

  • Page 19: Capacities

    Capacities Table 1-1 on page 1-10 shows the number of cartridge and tape drive slots available depending on the type and number of modules installed. Slot counts are based on the following assumptions: • Capacity includes reserved slots for diagnostic and cleaning cartridges. •...

  • Page 20: Table 1-1. Cartridge Slot And Tape Drive Capacities

    Table 1-1. Cartridge Slot and Tape Drive Capacities Modules Maximum Number of Tape Drives Base Module 20 cartridge upgrade key Adding one expansion module Base module plus 1 limited DEM Base module plus 1 Base module plus 1 Adding two expansion modules Base module plus 2 limited DEMs Base module plus 1...

  • Page 21: Robotics Unit

    Robotics Unit The robotics unit provides movement of cartridges among the storage slots, tape drives, and cartridge access ports (CAPs). The three main robotic components are: • Z drive assembly • X table assembly • Hand assembly The Z drive assembly uses the Z drive pulley to move the X table up and down to the desired slot or tape drive.

  • Page 22: Figure 1-7. Robotics Components

    Overview of the Tape Library Robotics Unit Figure 1-7. Robotics Components 1. Z drive assembly 2. Hand assembly 3. Keypad assembly 4. X table assembly SL500 (M852x) Tape Library Installation and User’s Guide —541531-006 1-12...

  • Page 23: Figure 1-8. Hand Assembly

    Overview of the Tape Library Robotics Unit Figure 1-8. Hand Assembly 1. Gripper 2. Bar-code scanner 3. Wrist hub 4. Finger release screw SL500 (M852x) Tape Library Installation and User’s Guide —541531-006 1-13...

  • Page 24: Electronics

    Electronics The electronics consists 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 RS232 interface •...

  • Page 25: Power System

    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. If one supply fails, the second supply automatically provides power.

  • Page 26: Supported Tape Drives

    Supported Tape Drives The tape library can accommodate from 1 to 14 tape drives. The LTO generation 3 tape drives supports Ultrium 3 media, Ultrium 2 media, and Ultrium 1 media (read only). Figure 1-9. Supported Tape Drives Product Number Description N1523A LTO Generation 3 tape drive with SCSI Interface for NonStop S-series servers...

  • Page 27: Audit Of Tape Library

    Audit of Tape Library An audit is the method by which the tape library keeps track of all cartridge locations within the unit. An audit occurs when you: • Power on the library • Open and close the front door •...

  • Page 28: Interfaces

    Interfaces The major tape library interfaces are: • Library control path support for LVD SCSI • Public 100BaseT ethernet port • CLI serial port for local access for service representative, manufacturing and engineering (Not for customer use). • Environmental port for monitoring fans, tape drives, and power. This port is internal and cannot be accessed by the customer.

  • Page 29: Controls And Indicators

    Controls and Indicators This section includes: Power Switch Keypad Power Switch When the switch is in position 1 the tape library and tape drives are powered on. When the switch is in position 0 the tape library and tape drives are powered off. Note.

  • Page 30: Figure 2-1. Buttons And Indicators

    Controls and Indicators Keypad Figure 2-1. Buttons and Indicators 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 SL500 (M852x) Tape Library Installation and User’s Guide —541531-006 2 -2...

  • Page 31: Table 2-1. Keypad Buttons And Indicators

    Table 2-1. Keypad Buttons and Indicators Buttons/Indicators Description Service Robot Indicator LED is lit when the robot is not functioning. Replace the robotics unit. Library Active Indicator • • Service Required Indicator • • Open Door Indicator • • • •...
  • Page 32 Controls and Indicators Keypad SL500 (M852x) Tape Library Installation and User’s Guide —541531-006 2 -4...

  • Page 33: Library Operation

    Library Operation This section includes: Automated Mode Manual Mode Automated Mode Automated mode is the normal operating mode of the tape library. The controlling software instructs the hand assembly to move cartridges among the storage slots, tape drives, and cartridge access port (CAP) without operator intervention. Opening the Front Door (With Power) To open the front door when tape library power exists: 1.

  • Page 34: Figure 3-1. Sliding A Magazine Into A Cap

    Library Operation Entering a Cartridge Through the CAP 4. Place the cartridge into one of the magazine slots, making sure that the VOLID label is visible and the hub of the cartridge is down. 5. Grip the handle and slide the magazine back into the CAP. Figure 3-1.

  • Page 35: Powering On The Tape Library

    Powering On the Tape 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 36: Manual Mode

    Manual Mode This section describes the operation of the tape library in manual mode. Manual mode occurs then the tape library is taken offline, or loses power, or the front door is opened. Opening the Front Door (Without Power) To open the front door when no tape library power exists: Note.

  • Page 37: Securing The Front Door (Without Power)

    WARNING. 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. Figure 3-3. Door Locking Lever Extended 3.

  • Page 38: Locate And Remove Cartridge

    Figure 3-4. Moving Robotics Park Lever 3. While still holding the door shut, release the robotics park lever. 4. Use the key to lock the door. The robotics lever automatically moves to the right when the door locking lever retracts. Locate and Remove Cartridge To locate a particular cartridge inside the tape library: 1.

  • Page 39: Figure 3-5. Inserting Cartridges Into Slots

    Library Operation Insert Cartridges Into Slots Figure 3-5. Inserting Cartridges Into Slots 1. Wall of arrays slots 2. Cartridge SL500 (M852x) Tape Library Installation and User’s Guide —541531-006 3 -7...

  • Page 40: Inserting A Cartridge Into A Tape Drive

    Inserting a Cartridge Into a Tape Drive To manually insert a cartridge into a tape drive: 1. Obtain the VOLID label, location, and tape drive number from the server console. 2. Open the door. 3. Locate the cartridge. Caution. Potential equipment damage. You must insert the cartridge properly or you will damage the tape drive.

  • Page 41: Removing A Cartridge From A Tape Drive

    Library Operation Removing a Cartridge From a Tape Drive Removing a Cartridge From a Tape Drive To manually remove a cartridge from a tape drive: 1. Open the door and locate the appropriate tape drive. Caution. Possible data loss. Failure to perform and wait approximately 12 seconds until the operation completes.

  • Page 42: Removing A Cartridge From The Gripper Assembly

    Removing a Cartridge From the Gripper Assembly The hand assembly can be in any position when the tape library loses power. Before you can remove the cartridge, the hand assembly must be facing the front left arrays and aligned with an empty slot. If the hand assembly is facing right: 1.

  • Page 43: Replacing A Cleaning Cartridge

    Figure 3-8. Manual Release Screw 1. Gripper belt and pulleys 2. Gripper 3. Release screw Replacing a Cleaning Cartridge Cleaning cartridges have a limited life span. When the usage count exceeds its limit, you must replace it with a new one. To replace a cleaning cartridge: 1.
  • Page 44 Library Operation Replacing a Cleaning Cartridge SL500 (M852x) Tape Library Installation and User’s Guide —541531-006 3- 12...

  • Page 45: Cartridge Information

    Cartridge Information This section includes: Handle Cartridges Inspect Cartridges Maintain Cartridges Ultrium Cartridges Handle Cartridges Improper handling of cartridges can result in loss of data or damage to a tape library component. To handle a cartridge correctly: • Make sure the leader is latched every time you pick up a cartridge. •...

  • Page 46: Maintain Cartridges

    Maintain Cartridges It is important to keep your tape cartridges in good condition. A defective or dirty cartridge can damage a tape drive. When you store a cartridge: • Leave it in its protective wrapping until you are ready to use it. •...

  • Page 47: Ultrium Cartridges

    Ultrium Cartridges Figure 4-1. Ultrium Cartridge Components 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. Access door 4. Leader pin Apply Cartridge Labels Cartridge labels reflect the cartridge media and usage. If your cartridges were not ordered with labels already applied, you must apply them yourself.

  • Page 48: Table 4-1. Lto Cartridge Codes

    Table 4-1. LTO Cartridge Codes Label Type of Cartridge CLN plus C1 Cleaning cartridge for tape drives CLN plus CU Universal cleaning cartridge DG plus L Diagnostic cartridge (Apply a DG label to a blank data cartridge to be used for diagnostic tests.) Generation 1 data cartridge Generation 2 data cartridge Generation 3 data cartridge...

  • Page 49: Figure 4-3. Ultrium Cartridge Label

    Cartridge Information Valid Labels Perform these steps before applying the label into the recessed area on the cartridge: 1. Make sure the cartridge has been at room temperature for at least 24 hours. 2. Clean the surface where the labels will be placed using a cleaning solution made for this purpose.

  • Page 50: Setting The Write-Protect Switch

    Setting the Write-Protect Switch You can set the write-protect switch so the cartridge is write enabled. To write-enable the tapes, slide the switch to reveal the open lock symbol . In this position, the tape drive can write as will as read data. This setting is recommended when inserting cartridges into the tape library.

  • Page 51: Table 4-2. Lto Gen 1, Gen 2, And Gen 3 Cartridge Specifications

    Table 4-2. LTO Gen 1, Gen 2, and Gen 3 Cartridge Specifications Specification L3 Cartridge Capacity, native 400 GB (uncompressed) Capacity 800 GB (compressed) Read and write 5.9 m/s tape speed Search and rewind 7.0 m/s speed Archival life 15–30 years Number of tracks 704 tracks Dimensions...
  • Page 52 Cartridge Information Setting the Write-Protect Switch SL500 (M852x) Tape Library Installation and User’s Guide —541531-006 4 -8...

  • Page 53: Configuring The M8520 Tape Library For The Nonstop S-Series Server

    Configuring the M8520 Tape Library for the NonStop S-Series Server The section covers: Supported Connections Adding the Control Path and the Data Path Supported Connections You can attach the M8520 tape library (control path and data path) to a NonStop S-series server using one of the following: •...
  • Page 54 S-Series Server To add the data path: -> -> ADD TAPE $N1523A, SENDTO STORAGE, LOCATION (1,1,55), SAC 1, DEVICEID 5, PRIMARYCPU 0, BACKUPCPU 1 -> START TAPE $N1523A -> STATUS TAPE $N1523A, DETAIL For complete details about the ADD and STATUS commands, including command syntax, see the SCF Reference Manual for the Storage Subsystem.

  • Page 55: Pmf Cru

    S-Series Server PMF CRU To add the control path to the server configuration database, use the SCF ADD SCSI command. Use the SCF ADD TAPE command to add the data path. Before issuing these commands, check that the tape drive or drives and the tape library are installed properly.
  • Page 56 Configuring the M8520 Tape Library for the NonStop PMF CRU S-Series Server SL500 (M852x) Tape Library Installation and User’s Guide —541531-006 5 -4...

  • Page 57: Configuring The M8521 Tape Library For The Integrity Nonstop Ns-Series Server

    Configuring the M8521 Tape Library for the Integrity NonStop NS-Series Server The section covers: Supported Connection Adding the Control Path and Data Path Supported Connection You can attach the M8521 tape library (control path and data path) to a Fibre Channel ServerNet adapter (FCSA) on an Integrity NonStop NS-series server.
  • Page 58 NonStop NS-Series Server To add the data path: Note. WWN (portname) for each port is labeled on the back of each tape drive. 1. In SCF, issue this command: SCF> ADD TAPE $tape, SENDTO STORAGE, LOCATION (group, module, slot), SAC sac-id, PORTNAME 64-bit-portname, LUN lun-id Example: SCF>...

  • Page 59: Configuring The M8521 Tape Library For The Nonstop S-Series Server

    Configuring the M8521 Tape Library for the NonStop S-Series Server The section covers: Configuration Overview Adding the Control Path and Data Path Configuration Overview You can attach the tape library (control path and data path) to a NonStop S-series server via an IOAM enclosure. The tape library attaches to the FCSA (Fibre Channel ServerNet adapter) in the IOAM enclosure.

  • Page 60: Figure 7-1. Configuration Example

    S-Series Server Figure 7-1. Configuration Example Fiber-optic Cable MSEBs NonStop S-Series System Note. The control path is used to control the robot, and the data path is used to control the tape drive (M8504). For more information on the IOAM enclosure, see the Modular I/O Installation and Configuration Guide.
  • Page 61 S-Series Server Adding the Control Path and Data Path Note. To obtain the portname numbers for your control path and data path, contact a service representative from STK. The portname numbers used in this section are examples only. To add the control path, issue this SCF command: SCF>...
  • Page 62 Configuring the M8521 Tape Library for the NonStop Adding the Control Path and Data Path S-Series Server SL500 (M852x) Tape Library Installation and User’s Guide —541531-006 7 -4...

  • Page 63: Figure A-1. Library And Rack Dimensions

    Specifications The next pages provide tape library, tape drive, and cartridge specifications. Figure A-1. Library and Rack Dimensions 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.

  • Page 64: Figure A-2. Tape Library And Rack Dimensions

    Specifications Figure A-2. Tape Library and Rack Dimensions 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. 76.2 cm (30.0 in.) depth of base module 4.

  • Page 65: Tape Library Components Weights

    Tape Library Components Weights This table lists the weights of the tape library, tape drives and trays, and cartridges. Table A-1. Library Component Weights Components Base module with 1 power supply, 2 tape drives, and robotics unit Drive expansion module (DEM) with 1 power supply and 4 tape drives Cartridge expansion module (CEM) Robotics unit...

  • Page 66: Power

    Power Note. The tape library is offered with redundant power in all the modules that have power supplies in them. The power cords are shipped with the unit and are selected to match the geographical power requirements of that area. Power Cord Numbers and Receptacles Power cord part numbers are listed by country in the following table.
  • Page 67 Specifications Power Cord Numbers and Receptacles Installing the Power Cords WARNING. Possible bodily harm and equipment damage: The power cord must not be plugged in until the supply has been properly installed. If your rack has a power distribution unit (PDU), plug each power cable from the power supply receptacle to the PDU, and then plug the PDU cable to the wall receptacle.

  • Page 68: Figure A-3. Power Cabling

    Specifications Power Cord Numbers and Receptacles Figure A-3. Power Cabling 1. To wall outlet or external power strip 2. To rack PDU, if present 3. From rack PDU (if present) to wall outlet SL500 (M852x) Tape Library Installation and User’s Guide —541531-006 A- 6...

  • Page 69: Power Specifications

    Power Specifications These tables list power specifications for the modules and tape drives. Table A-5. Power for Library Without Tape Drives Input voltage Frequency Maximum library power consumption Maximum heat output Voltage-amperes Table A-6. Power for Base Unit and Two LTO Tape Drives Input power Input voltage-amperes Input current (100 VAC)
  • Page 70 Specifications Power Specifications SL500 (M852x) Tape Library Installation and User’s Guide —541531-006 A- 8...

  • Page 71: Safety And Compliance

    Safety and Compliance This section contains three types of required safety and compliance statements: • Regulatory compliance • Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment (WEEE) • Safety Regulatory Compliance Statements The following regulatory compliance statements apply to the products documented by this manual.
  • Page 72 Safety and Compliance Regulatory Compliance Statements Korea MIC Compliance Taiwan (BSMI) Compliance Japan (VCCI) Compliance This is a Class A product based on the standard or the Voluntary Control Council for Interference by Information Technology Equipment (VCCI). If this equipment is used in a domestic environment, radio disturbance may occur, in which case the user may be required to take corrective actions.

  • Page 73: European Union Notice

    • Allow only HP Authorized Service technicians to repair the module. The Center for Devices and Radiological Health (CDRH) of the U.S. Food and Drug Administration implemented regulations for laser products on August 2, 1976. These regulations apply to laser products manufactured from August 1, 1976.
  • Page 74 SAFETY CAUTION The following icon or caution statements may be placed on equipment to indicate the presence of potentially hazardous conditions: NOT FOR EXTERNAL USE CAUTION: NOT FOR EXTERNAL USE. ALL RECEPTACLES ARE FOR INTERNAL USE ONLY. ATTENTION: NE PAS UTILISER A L’EXTERIEUR DE L’EQUIPEMENT IMPORTANT: TOUS LES RECIPIENTS SONT DESTINES UNIQUEMENT A UN USAGE INTERNE.

  • Page 75: Fuse Replacement

    HIGH LEAKAGE CURRENT To reduce the risk of electric shock due to high leakage currents, a reliable grounded (earthed) connection should be checked before servicing the power distribution unit (PDU). Observe the following limits when connecting the product to AC power distribution devices: For PDUs that have attached AC power cords or are directly wired to the building power, the total combined leakage current should not exceed 5 percent of the rated input current for the device.
  • Page 76 In the document window, click a document title to open the safety information in another language. Local HP support can also help direct you to your safety information. SL500 (M852x) Tape Library Installation and User’s Guide —541531-006...

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