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Page 3: Summary Of Changes
Summary of Changes Date Revision Description May 2004 First (A) Initial release June 2004 Second (B) Refer to this revision for the list of changes (artwork change) July 2004 Third (C) Refer to this revision for the list of changes (power updates) October 2004 Fourth (D) Refer to this revision for the list of changes (specifications)
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Page 5: Table Of Contents
Contents Summary of Changes ........... . . iii Contents .
Page 6: Contents
Contents Elevators ..............21 Pass-thru Ports .
Page 7 Contents Laser Product Label ............55 Shock, Vibration, and Impact Tests .
Page 8 Contents Obtaining a Password ............104 Installing the Library Console .
Page 9 Contents Grouping Tape Drives ............138 Minimizing Elevator and PTP Activity .
Page 10 Contents Ordering Tape Cartridges and Labels ..........171 Volume Serial Numbers .
Page 11 Contents Requirements ............. . .219 Library Management Software .
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Page 13: Figures
Figures Figure 1. SL8500 Modular Library System ........1 Figure 2.
Page 14 Figures Figure 36. Cabling Tape Drives (Example, figure is not exact) ..... 101 Figure 37. Fire Suppression Ceiling Access ........102 Figure 38.
Page 15 Tables Table 1. Module Descriptions ..........3 Table 2.
Page 16 Tables Table 36. FICON Director Worksheet ......... 74 Table 37.
Page 17 Tables Table 78. Slot Addressing ..........144 Table 79.
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Page 19: Preface
Preface The system assurance process is the exchange of information among team members to ensure that no aspects of the sale, order, or installation of Oracle’s StorageTek SL8500 Modular Library System are overlooked. This process promotes an error-free installation and contributes to the overall customer satisfaction.
Page 20: Documentation, Support, And Training
Search for technical documentation.  documentation/index.html Download PDF/HTML documents.  Order printed documents. http://download.oracle.com/docs/cd/E19724-01/ SL500 Manuals index.html Downloads http://www.sun.com/download/index.jsp Download firmware and graphical user interfaces, patches, and features. http://www.oracle.com/technetwork/indexes/ downloads/index.html E-Delivery https://edelivery.oracle.com/ Support http://www.oracle.com/us/support/index.htm Obtain and escalate support. Online Account https://reg.sun.com/register...
Page 21: 1: Introduction
Introduction This chapter provides an overview of Oracle’s StorageTek SL8500 Modular Library System. ■ Library Overview Figure 1 shows an example of the SL8500 library, which stands 2.37 m (7.76 ft) tall, 1.7 m (5.6 ft) wide, and from 2.76 m (9.1 ft) to 7.5 m (24.7 ft) deep. Figure 1.
Page 22: Modules
Introduction Modules Figure 2 shows a view of the library with an example of each type of module and the location of certain components. Figure 2. Library Modules “Cartridge Access Ports” on page 20 2. Facade—may contain up to 2 operator panels (Keypad and the Library Console)  The two elevators (vertical pass-thru) are located behind the operator panels).
Page 23: Table 1. Module Descriptions
Introduction Table 1. Module Descriptions Module Description Customer Interface The customer interface module is the first module in the library and measures Module 95.25 cm (37.5 in.) deep. This module contains: • 648 data cartridge slots (see “Library Walls, Arrays, and Slots” on page 198 slots for diagnostic and cleaning cartridges ...
Page 24: Library Walls, Arrays, And Slots
Introduction Library Walls, Arrays, and Slots The library has two types of walls with arrays and slots that hold cartridges: • Inner walls—consist of 14-slot arrays • Outer walls—consist of 13-slot arrays with space for the robotic rails In addition to the 13- and 14-slot arrays, there are: •...
Page 25: Table 2. Addressing Descriptions
Introduction Understanding the Address Scheme There are differences in the addresses of the SL8500 and other libraries. • The SL8500 is one’s-based (1) and uses negative numbers. • Other libraries use a zero-based (0) and no negative numbers. • The SL8500 uses five parameters: library, rail, column, side, and row. •...
Page 26: Figure 3. Panel Numbering
Introduction A host library interface (HLI) panel spans across the width of the library to include both sides (left and right) and both walls (inner and outer). Figure 3 shows how panels match-up to the columns in an SL8500 library. Figure 3.
Page 27: Capacities
Introduction ■ Capacities The capacity for the SL8500 uses Capacity on Demand and RealTime Growth to allow customers to instantly increase and activate capacity without disruption. Slot upgrade part numbers provide the capability to increase the amount of activated capacity in the library (Capacity on Demand). While with RealTime Growth, physical capacity can be pre-installed and then activated when and as needed.
Page 28: Realtime Growth Capability
Introduction The SL8500 delivers exceptional value in these ways: • Scale non-disruptively at your pace and pay only for what you need with RealTime Growth capability and Capacity on Demand. • Design storage the way you really want it—the library does not dictate your choices.
Page 29: Total Library Physical Capacities
Introduction Total Library Physical Capacities Table 3. Physical Data Cartridge Capacity Library Configuration Cartridge Capacity Starting—Base configuration 1,448 When adding expansion module, each module adds 1,728 data cartridge slots One expansion module 3,176 Two expansion modules 4,904 Three expansion modules 6,632 Four expansion modules 8,360...
Page 30: Power
Introduction ■ Power The SL8500 library has two internal power configurations: N+1 Power Configuration The N+1 power configuration provides a higher level of DC power redundancy by adding an additional power supply to each DC power grid. The N+1 configuration contains one “system” power distribution unit (PDU) and one N+1 power distribution unit.
Page 31: 2N Power Configuration
Introduction 2N Power Configuration The 2N power configuration is an optional feature that connects another AC power source to a second “system” power distribution unit that should attach to a separate branch circuit. Each system PDU delivers AC power to its own group of load sharing power supplies to provide both AC and DC power redundancy.
Page 32: Ac Power Options
Introduction AC Power Options The SL8500 has four external AC power options: 200–240 VAC, line-to-line, three phase, 40 Amps, 50–60 Hz,  • Delta: mostly used in the U. S. (One 3-phase input for each system PDU) 200–240VAC, line-to-neutral, three phase, 24 Amps, 50–60 Hz,  •...
Page 33: Load Sharing Dc Power Supplies
Introduction Load Sharing DC Power Supplies The SL8500 has three DC power grids that supplies 48 VDC to components throughout the library: • The tape drive power grid supports up to 64 tape drives. • The robot power grid powers the HandBots and the pass-thru ports. •...
Page 34: Power Connections
Introduction Power Connections Warning: Having a licensed electrician connect the external power cables is highly recommended. AC wiring from the power source branch circuit must be installed in conduit (flexible or rigid) with a 90-degree elbow-down fitting. There are six holes provided for the conduit elbows that measure 2.875 cm (1.125 in.) in diameter.
Page 35: Table 7. Hubbell Connectors And Plugs (Iec 309)
Introduction Connectors When connecting the library to the main power circuits, if plugs and connectors are required instead of using conduit, Table 7 lists the Hubbell part numbers (or equivalent) that can be used. Table 7. Hubbell Connectors and Plugs (IEC 309) Part Number Description HBL330P6W...
Page 36: Electronics Control Module
Introduction ■ Electronics Control Module Each library has the capability of two—redundant—electronics control modules that consist of: • HBC card—the library controller • HBT card—the tape drive controller Note: Redundant electronics is an optional feature. HBC Card The HBC card is the library controller, responsible for coordinating all component operations within the library.
Page 37: Firmware
Introduction Firmware Library firmware is installed in the factory and resides on the HBC card, which can hold two separate versions of code: • the current activated version • the previous or a new downloaded version When installing code, the HBC card transfers the functional code to the different controllers in the library (such as the HBT card for the tape drives and HBB cards for the HandBots).
Page 38: Audits And Initialization
Introduction Audits and Initialization The term audit refers to the process of reading and cataloging all cartridges within a library or verifying cartridge locations—the physical inventory. An SL8500 library is capable of storing all cartridge locations within the library on the HBC card—the library controller. The physical inventory contains: •...
Page 39: Robotic Rail Assemblies
Introduction ■ Robotic Rail Assemblies Figure 8 shows an example of the HandBot and rail assembly in the SL8500. • Each SL8500 has four separate robotic rail assemblies. These rail assemblies provide both power and communication signals to its own individual robotic system.
Page 40: Cartridge Access Ports
Introduction ■ Cartridge Access Ports The library comes with one standard, 39-slot, cartridge access port (CAP A), and an option for an additional 39-slot cartridge access port (CAP B). Both CAPs are located on the right front access door to the library. Figure 9.
Page 41: Pass-Thru Mechanisms
Introduction ■ Pass-thru Mechanisms The SL8500 library has two types of pass-thru mechanisms: Vertical An elevator that moves cartridges between rails Horizontal A pass-thru port feature that moves cartridges between libraries Elevators The library comes with two four-slot elevators in the front of the library—one on each side of the facade.
Page 42: Pass-Thru Ports
Introduction Pass-thru Ports Connecting libraries together with pass-thru ports creates an SL8500 Library Complex. is an example of a pass-thru port (PTP) mechanism—an  Figure 11 electro-mechanical device that allows one library storage module (LSM) to pass a cartridge to another LSM in the same complex. For example: If an operating system issues a mount request, and all of the tape drives are busy in that library, the PTP can pass the cartridge to another library where an idle tape drive can satisfy the mount request.
Page 43 Introduction • Each PTP frame has four separate mechanisms and can pass up to two cartridges per LSM. • There are eight PTP locations in an SL8500 library, two per rail (or LSM). • The PTP locations are on the curved portions of the Robotics Interface Module at columns +6 and –6 near the tape drives for quick access.
Page 44: Library Cameras
Introduction ■ Library Cameras StorageTek offers an Ethernet-based library camera system (WebCam) with monitoring software as an optional feature for the SL8500 modular library system. This feature allows a customer to remotely see the inside of their SL8500 library, which is especially important for those customers who have remote and lights-out data centers.
Page 45: Accessory Racks
Introduction ■ Accessory Racks The SL8500 library provides space where up to four standard RETMA 19 inch racks can be installed. These racks are oriented so the components mount vertically instead of horizontally and can hold up to 6Us of equipment, such as switches, hubs, and servers.
Page 46: Operator Panels
Introduction ■ Operator Panels The SL8500 has three ways the operators can use to access the library: • Keypad • Remote operator panel • Touch screen operator panel (an optional feature) Keypad The library includes a keypad that has 2 buttons, 8 LEDs, and two locks. •...
Page 47: Remote Operator Panel
Introduction Remote Operator Panel A remote operator panel is a standard feature that displays operator functions on a personal computer (PC) that is running the Library Console. Library console is a software application that the customer can use to monitor and operate the library.
Page 48: Service Safety Door And Mode
Introduction ■ Service Safety Door and Mode Figure 15. Service Safety Door The service safety door is a sliding door that moves either to the left or right, depending upon which maintenance lock is opened. This feature is: • Optional with four HandBot configurations •...
Page 49: Host Interface Connections
Introduction ■ Host Interface Connections Host interface connections to the library uses TCP/IP protocol over an Ethernet 10/100-baseT physical interface. Figure 17. TCP/IP Connections The SL8500 library uses TCP/IP protocol over an Ethernet physical interface to manage and communicate with the host and library management applications.
Page 50 Introduction Whenever possible, use a dedicated private network for communication between the host management software (ACSLS, HSC, or other software) and the library. If a shared network is required, these actions can help with the communication between the host and the library. 1.
Page 51: Host Connectivity Checklist
Introduction ■ Host Connectivity Checklist Table 11. Host Connection Checklist and Requirements Configuration Port Firmware Comments Single  Port 2B only All versions This is the simplest type of host connection to page 29 the library. Supports: Single host/library management software (ACSLS or HSC).
Page 52: Library Complex
Introduction Library Complex The SL8500 Library Complex is created by connecting two or more libraries together with pass-thru ports (PTPs). The PTP is an electro-mechanical device that allows one library storage module (LSM) to pass up to two tape cartridges to another LSM in the same complex.
Page 53: Dual Tcp/Ip
Introduction Dual TCP/IP The SL8500 library provides two separate Ethernet connections on the HBC card for host to library communications—Ports 2A and 2B. Port 2A provides the Dual TCP/IP connection—an optional feature Port 2B provides the primary connection—the standard connection The Dual TCP/IP feature provides two public network interfaces to the library and/or library complex.
Page 54 Introduction Dual TCP/IP Network Entries Worksheet When preparing the network and connections—as a best practice—complete a network entries worksheet for each port of the SL8500 library. Description IP Address Host name to Port 2B HBC Card Port 2B Gateway Port 2B Netmask Host name to Port 2A HBC Card Port 2A...
Page 55: Partitioning
Introduction Partitioning The Merriam–Webster dictionary defines partitioning as to: • Divide into parts or shares. • Separate or divide by a partition, such as a wall... or a rail. The architecture of the SL8500 library provides physical boundaries—rails— that make it perfect for partitioning. Requirements The requirements include the following levels or higher: •...
Page 56: Multi-Host
Introduction Multi-Host The newest host connectivity feature to an SL8500 Library Complex is Multi- Host. This feature allows up to four connections to a library complex that contains 2 or more libraries. Requirements Requirements include the following levels or higher: •...
Page 57 Introduction Multi-Host Network Entries Work Sheet When preparing the network and connections—as a best practice—complete a network entries worksheet for each port of the SL8500 library. Description IP Address / Name HBC Card Port: 2A ❏ 2B ❏ Host name Gateway Netmask HBC Card Port: 2A ❏...
Page 58: Redundant Electronics
Introduction Redundant Electronics Redundant electronics is a hardware activated and software controlled optional feature for the SL8500 library. This feature supplies automatic and manual switch over for failing HBC and HBT controller cards. Contents of the Redundant Electronics (RE) Conversion Bill includes: •...
Page 59 FRS_6.0 or greater. Obtain this firmware from one of the following Web sites: • http://dlrequest.sfbay.sun.com:88/usr/login (employees) • http://spe.sun.com/spx/control/Login (Authorized service partner) Controller Card Upgrades When possible, upgrade the HBC and HBT controller cards in preparation for the redundant electronics hardware activation. E24254-01...
Page 60 Introduction Redundant Electronics Network Entries Worksheet When preparing the network and connections—as a best practice—complete a network entries worksheet for each port of the SL8500 library. Description IP Address Library Software Version Host name to Port 2B HBC Card Port 2B Gateway Port 2B Netmask Library Software Version...
Page 61: Library Management Software
Introduction ■ Library Management Software Library management software applications control the library, manage the volume database—location and attribute information—plus command activities such as mounts, dismounts, enters, and ejects. There are several software components depending on the platform, connection type, and operating system that support the SL8500 for both mainframe and open system platforms.
Page 62: Storage Management Component
Introduction ■ Storage Management Component Storage Management Component (SMC) is the interface between mainframe operating systems and the StorageTek automated library control systems, such as HSC and MVS/CSC. SMC’s primary functions are: • Influencing tape allocation according to hardware requirements and customer policies to ensure that appropriate tape drives are selected.
Page 63: Enterprise Library Software
Introduction HSC and Large Capacity Library Support Table 13. HSC Large Library Support Support HSC 6.0.0 HSC 6.1.0 HSC 6.0 and 6.1 currently support 43 panels.  SOS6000 - L1H122N SOS6100 - L1H121Z The following PTFs are needed to allow support for SMS6000 - L1H122M SMS6100 - L1H121Y up to 67 panels (five expansion modules):...
Page 64: Http Server
Introduction HTTP Server • HTTP Server for OS/390 and z/OS optionally provides the middleware to allow communication between the SMC (client) and a remote HSC subsystem (server). • HTTP server executes as a separate subsystem on the MVS host where the remote HSC subsystem resides.
Page 65: Expert Performance Reporter
Introduction Expert Performance Reporter Expert Performance Reporter (ExPR) software collects performance data and generates reports about status and performance. ExPR has both an MVS component and a PC component. • ExPR MVS, which resides on an MVS host system, builds and maintains a database of historical performance data that it collects from the library, from the MVS operating system, and optionally from the site’s tape management system.
Page 66: Automated Cartridge System Library Software
Introduction Automated Cartridge System Library Software Figure 18 shows an example of an Automated Cartridge System Library Software (ACSLS) configuration. ACSLS is an open systems software package that manages library contents and controls library hardware to mount and dismount cartridges on tape drives. This application also provides library management services such as cartridge tracking, pooling, reports, and library control.
Page 67: Librarystation
Introduction LibraryStation LibraryStation provides a communications interface between HSC and one or more open systems clients running on different hosts. LibraryStation provides an operator command set that allows you to control operation through the HSC operator console. ■ Independent Software Vendors There are a variety of Independent Software Vendors (ISVs) that have tested their applications and support connection to the SL8500;...
Page 68: Simple Network Management Protocol
Introduction ■ Simple Network Management Protocol Simple Network Management Protocol (SNMP) is an application layer protocol that performs network management operations over an Ethernet connection using a User Datagram Protocol (UDP/IP). SNMP allows: • Libraries to inform the systems administrator of potential problems. •...
Page 69: Management Information Base
Introduction By default, the SNMP agent is turned off and must be activated by a service representative through the Command Line Interface (CLI). • Future releases will allow the addition or deletion of users or recipients through the SNMP interface (after enabling SNMP through the CLI). •...
Page 70: Tape Drives
Introduction ■ Tape Drives Table 15. Supported Tape Drives The SL8500 library supports a wide variety of tape drives with one requirement, the interface to these drives must attachments.  be fiber-optic based, meaning Fibre Channel, FICON , or ESCON Note: SCSI interfaces are not supported.
Page 71: Media And Labels
Introduction ■ Media and Labels Table 16. Media Tape Cartridges Media Usage: The storage media (tape cartridges) used in a tape drive and/or library can have a significant impact on the overall performance. Appendix D, “Media” for specific information about the tape cartridges. Barcode The SL8500 library requires labels based on the Code 39 barcode standard.
Page 72: Safety Features
Introduction ■ Safety Features The SL8500 library has a combination of safety features to ensure safety throughout the library. Emergency Robotic Stop Emergency robotic stop (ERS) is the removal of AC and DC power to the robotics, such as the HandBots, pass-thru ports, CAPs, and elevators; the library and tape drives are not affected.
Page 73: Interlocks
Introduction Interlocks The library features two types of safety interlocks: • Door frames: Two redundant switches behind each front access door of the Customer Interface Module. • Service safety door: Two sets of dual switches located on the upper section of the front frame for the service safety door. Mechanical Access Door Mechanism On the rear section of each door lock, a mechanism is available to mechanically release the door lock from the inside.
Page 74: Regulatory Agencies
Introduction ■ Regulatory Agencies The following regulatory agencies have tested and certified the SL8500 library. Safety Underwriters Laboratories Inc. (UL) - in compliance with UL 60950-1  • First Edition, Standard for Information Technology Equipment - Safety  Part 1: General Requirements. Canadian Standards Association (CSA) - in compliance with ...
Page 75: Fiber-Optic
Introduction Fiber-optic Each fiber-optic interface in this StorageTek Fibre Channel equipment contains a laser transceiver that is a Class 1 Laser Product. Note: Each laser transceiver has an output of less than 70 µW. StorageTek’s Class 1 Laser Products comply with EN60825-1:1994+A1+A2 and with sections 21 CFR 1040.10 and 1040.11 of the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) regulations.
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Page 77: 2: System Assurance
System Assurance The system assurance process is the exchange of information among team members to ensure that no aspects of the sale, order, installation and implementation for the StorageTek SL8500 Library are overlooked. This process promotes an error-free installation and contributes to the overall customer satisfaction.
Page 78: Customer Team Member Contact Sheet
System Assurance ■ Customer Team Member Contact Sheet Complete the information for the customer team members: Primary Contact: Name: Title: Telephone Number: FAX Number: Cell Phone / Pager: E-mail Address:  Systems Administrator or other Name: Title: Telephone Number: FAX Number: Cell Phone / Pager: E-mail Address: ...
Page 79: Storagetek Team Member Contact Sheet
System Assurance ■ StorageTek Team Member Contact Sheet Complete the information for the StorageTek team members: Account Executive or other Name: Title: Telephone Number: FAX Number: Cell Phone / Pager: E-mail Address:  Systems Engineer or other Name: Title: Telephone Number: FAX Number: Cell Phone / Pager: E-mail Address:...
Page 80: Engagement Methodology
System Assurance ■ Engagement Methodology Each individual engagement is different; different customers, different needs, and different requirements. In addition to system assurance, StorageTek has standardized and implemented a delivery methodology that provides continuity and quality assurance in the engagement and delivery approach. This suggested methodology is called ADIM: •...
Page 81: 3: Site Survey Forms
Not sure if your customer's software of choice supports StorageTek hardware? Do the different network components support each other? Check out the Interoperability Tool at: https://interop.central.sun.com/interop/interop The Interop Tool is designed for connectivity information on all supported products regardless of the company or vendor branding The configurations listed are reflective of the most up-to-date information reported from various sources, including testing labs and our technology partners.
Page 82: System Configuration
Site Survey Forms ■ System Configuration The following two pages provide space where you can record information about the customers operating systems and configurations. Table 19. Questions About the Customers Operating Systems Question Answer 1. How many and what types of operating systems or platforms does the customer have? Open-Systems: Windows: 2000, NT...
Page 83: Table 20. System Configuration
Site Survey Forms Table 20. System Configuration System ___________________ Processor _____ Processor _____ Vendor Make & Model Operating System Type Version Number & Patch Level Number of Channels IP Address HBA Vendor & Model HBA Firmware Versions Switch & Port Numbers Switch Make &...
Page 84: Applications
Site Survey Forms ■ Applications The following two pages provide space where you can record information about the customer’s applications. Table 21. Questions About the Customers Applications Question Answer 1. How many servers or systems perform backups? 2. How are backups performed, manually or automatically? 3.
Page 85: Table 22. Backup And Archive Software
Site Survey Forms Table 22. Backup and Archive Software Selection Version Type of Backup and Archive Software ❑ Symantec (Veritas) NetBackup ❑ IBM Tivoli Storage Manager (TSM) ❑ Legato NetWorker ❑ CA Brightstor ❑ HP Omniback ❑ ASM UNIX ❑ ASM NT ❑...
Page 86: Mvs General Information
Site Survey Forms MVS General Information Table 25. MVS Information Question and Response ❑ ❑ Does the customer have any software products that modify JES2 allocation (IEFAB421) or the JES3 device scheduler (IATMADL)? If yes, explain: ❑ ❑ Does the customer have any software products that modify JES2/ JES3 message handling write to operator (WTO Exit)? If yes, explain: ❑...
Page 87: Acsls General Information
Site Survey Forms ACSLS General Information The ACSLS Product Information Bulletin defines the operating system and hardware requirements for each ACSLS version. Table 26. ACSLS Information Question & Response ❑ ❑ Does this customer have a UNIX-based library control system? If yes, which operating system is installed (example, Solaris 2.6)? If yes, which release of ACSLS is installed? ❑...
Page 88: Data Bases
Site Survey Forms ■ Data Bases Table 27. Questions About the Customers Data Base Question Answer 1. How much primary storage exists?  Total capacity. 2. What type and size of disk drives does the customer have? Make:  Model:  Capacity: ...
Page 89: Hardware Configurations
Site Survey Forms ■ Hardware Configurations List any existing hardware the customer currently has: Does the customer have any existing libraries? ❏ Yes ❏ No • Does the customer have any existing tape drives? ❏ Yes ❏ No • Does the customer have any existing media for reuse? ❏ Yes ❏ No •...
Page 90: Tape Cartridges
Site Survey Forms Table 30. Existing Tape Drives Tape Drives Description Quantity Manufacturer Make & Model Manufacturer Make & Model Manufacturer Make & Model Tape Cartridges Appendix D for information about tape cartridges. • Approximately, how many tape cartridges does the customer have? _____ Yes ❏...
Page 91: Network
Site Survey Forms Network Yes ❏ No ❏ • Does the customer have an existing storage area network? Yes ❏ No ❏ • Are additional network devices required? • What are they? ____________________ Yes ❏ No ❏ • Does the customer use zones in the network? Yes ❏...
Page 92: Table 34. Fibre Channel Switch Connections
Site Survey Forms Table 34. Fibre Channel Switch Connections FC Switch Information Switch 1 Switch 2 Switch 3 Vendor Model Number Port 0 Connection and Status Port 1 Connection and Status Port 2 Connection and Status Port 3 Connection and Status Port 4 Connection and Status Port 5 Connection and Status Port 6 Connection and Status...
Page 93: Escon Directors
Site Survey Forms ESCON Directors • How many ESCON Directors does the customer have? __________ Yes ❏ No ❏ • Is an extended distance facility or feature installed? Yes ❏ No ❏ • Are patch panels used? • How many ports? ____________ (18, 36, 72) Yes ❏...
Page 94: Ficon Directors
Site Survey Forms FICON Directors FICON products use a mapping layer based on the existing ANSI standards and physical cabling for Fibre Channel but uses different switches called directors similar to ESCON. • What type of operating system does the customer have? _____________ (z/OS, OS/390, 9672 G5/G6, etc.) •...
Page 95: Cables And Connectors
Site Survey Forms Cables and Connectors Note: Plan for 1–2 m (3–7 ft) of slack cable for limited movement and routing. Table 37. Cables and Connectors Type Connector Length Quantity 9 Micron fiber-optic LC-to-LC LC-to-SC Other (specify) 50 Micron fiber-optic LC-to-LC LC-to-SC LC-to-ST...
Page 96: Planning For Content
Site Survey Forms ■ Planning for Content When planning the content of an SL8500 library, see: • Appendix A, “Content Management” • Appendix H, “Partitioning” Using Figure 21 as an example, the following pages provide space that you can use to help plan the content of an SL8500 library. Make additional copies of these sheets as necessary.
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Page 99: 4: Site Preparation
Site Preparation Use this chapter to prepare for the installation by reviewing the information and completing the Site Planning Checklist. Other information in this chapter includes planning topics and requirements to help prepare for an installation of the SL8500 Modular Library System. ■...
Page 100 Site Preparation Table 38. Site Planning Checklist (Continued) Question Answer Comments Note: “Shipping Weights and Dimensions” on page 109 for the following questions. Yes ❏ No ❏ Will there be people available to handle the Depending on the configuration, there may be up to 20 pallets.
Page 101 Site Preparation Table 38. Site Planning Checklist (Continued) Question Answer Comments Yes ❏ No ❏ Is the ceiling above the library clear of “Ceiling Requirements” on page 97 obstructions?  for more information. (smoke detectors, sprinklers, vents, etc.) Yes ❏ No ❏ Does the equipment need to move over carpet? If so, is there protection from electrostatic discharge (ESD)?
Page 102 Site Preparation Table 38. Site Planning Checklist (Continued) Question Answer Comments Building Codes: Yes ❏ No ❏ Because new electrical wiring is necessary, will it require an inspection or an approval? Do local, city, state, or federal codes need Comments: (clearances) ...
Page 103 Site Preparation Table 38. Site Planning Checklist (Continued) Question Answer Comments Tape Drives (See Appendix C, “Tape Drives” for more information) Yes ❏ No ❏ Does the customer have the correct type and number of tape drives? Are new or additional drives required?  Yes ❏...
Page 104: Physical Planning
Site Preparation ■ Physical Planning Table 39. Library Weights and Measures Component Measurement Weight Meters (cm) Feet (in.) Kilograms Pounds 2.37 m (236.6 cm)  • Height 7.76 ft (93.15 in.) • Width 1.7 m (170.8 cm) 5.6 ft (67.25 in.) ...
Page 105: Environmental Requirements
Site Preparation ■ Environmental Requirements Note: Although the SL8500 library will function over a full list of environmental ranges as specified below, optimal reliability is achieved if the environment is maintained between the recommended ranges. Environmental Specifications Table 40. Description Optimum Recommended Range Full Operating Range Temperature...
Page 106: Air Flow Requirements
Site Preparation Air Flow Requirements The air flow required to cool the SL8500 depends on the total number of components installed within it, such as tape drives, load sharing DC power supplies, and accessory racks. Each of these components contribute to the total airflow required. Calculations (requirements) for these individual components—using standard air conditions at sea level (pressure) and 22 / 72...
Page 107: Airborne Contaminants
Site Preparation Airborne Contaminants Control over contaminant levels in a computer room is an extremely important consideration when evaluating an environment. The impact of contamination on sensitive electronic hardware is well recognized, but the most harmful contaminants are often overlooked because they are so small. Automated Tape Library components and electronics, tape drives, and media are subject to damage from airborne particulates.
Page 108: Accessory Racks
Site Preparation ■ Accessory Racks The SL8500 library provides space where up to four standard RETMA 19 inch racks can be installed. Because of the numerous types of equipment, StorageTek cannot mandate what the customer installs in these racks; therefore, certain guidelines should be followed to prevent voiding the warranty.
Page 109: Tape Drive And Cartridge Specifications
Site Preparation Tape Drive and Cartridge Specifications The supported tape drives fit into a drive tray that slides into the slots of the drive bay in the rear of the library. Table 45. Drive Tray Weights and Measures Drive Tray Height Width Length...
Page 110: Ac Power Planning
Site Preparation ■ AC Power Planning It is highly recommended that the connection of the library’s AC wiring be done by a licensed electrician. Note: AC wiring from the power source branch circuit must be installed in conduit (flexible or rigid) with a 90-degree elbow-down fitting. There are six holes provided for the conduit elbows that measure 2.875 cm (1.125 in.) in diameter.
Page 111: Floor Template
Site Preparation ■ Floor Template Figure 26. Floor Planning Template The floor planning template can help plan the location of the SL8500 library and expansions. Floor leveling pad  (edge and bolt holes) H-lock to connect the templates together (2 per module connection) Double H-lock connects multiple templates Fire suppression nozzle locator ...
Page 112: Floor Requirements
Site Preparation ■ Floor Requirements A Floor Template is available to help with planning. This template is an actual size, multi-module design made of corrugated plastic. Depending on the number of modules, tape drives, and tape cartridges, the weight of the library can vary.
Page 113: Co-Planar Requirements
Site Preparation Co-planar Requirements Important:  This is perhaps the most important concept that you must understand or you may experience frame damage, premature wear, and targeting errors. • The customer’s floor be laser-leveled before receiving any equipment. • The library modules be level across the width (from left to right) and installed on the same horizontal plane to within ±...
Page 114: Floor Cutouts
Site Preparation Floor Cutouts Floor cutouts for cable routing must be supplied for the library. Cables include: • Power cables • Ethernet cables • Interface cables Figure 29 shows an example with dimension for the floor cutouts which are placed near the two, rear corners of the Drive and Electronics Module. Figure 29.
Page 115: Cable Routes
Site Preparation ■ Cable Routes The library doors have four notches for routing interface and power cables to the tape drives and PDUs. Two in each door; left and right, top and bottom. Figure 30 shows an example of cable routing using fibre-optic interface cables.
Page 116: Figure 31. Internal Conduit And Cable Routing
Site Preparation Figure 31. Internal Conduit and Cable Routing Internal Conduit and  Cable Guidelines The shaded areas: Green – Accessory Racks  Yellow – Tape Drives  Red – Power/Electronics Indicate the areas that you need to avoid when routing internal conduit or cables.
Page 117: Ceiling Requirements
Site Preparation ■ Ceiling Requirements Figure 32 shows the upper sections of the Drive and Electronics Module and the Robotics Interface Module. These modules must be installed on top of the lower modules. To install the upper modules: • The recommended method is to hang the modules on the clamps then swing the upper modules into place.
Page 118: Height Adjustments
Site Preparation Height Adjustments Figure 33 shows the minimum and maximum library height specifications: • Minimum height = 231.4 cm (91 in.) • Maximum height = 236.6 cm (93.15 in.) On a level floor, the first module’s height, between the module and floor, should be adjusted to 25.4 mm ±...
Page 119: Drive And Electronics Module Planning
Site Preparation ■ Drive and Electronics Module Planning Figure 34 shows the location of components at the rear of the library (the Drive and Electronics Module). Figure 34. Drive and Electronics Module Planning AC Power 1 and 2  Rack modules 1 to 4 Tape Drives 1 to 64 DC power supplies 1 = Primary PDU ...
Page 120: Electronic Module Planning
Site Preparation Electronic Module Planning Figure 35 shows the electronics control module (ECM) which resides in a card cage in the rear of the library. The ECM is split into two parts and can hold two independent and redundant card sets and four AC-to-DC converters. Figure 35.
Page 121: Tape Drive Cable Plan
Site Preparation Tape Drive Cable Plan By consolidating network components in the SL8500 rack areas, cabling and establishing a storage area network (SAN) is less difficult. Figure 36 shows network components (Fibre Channel switches and Ethernet hubs) in the rack space of the SL8500 library with 16 tape drives.
Page 122: Fire Suppression Planning
Site Preparation ■ Fire Suppression Planning The library does not ship with a Fire Suppression System installed, although features have been incorporated into the library to allow for one. Professional Services offers fire suppression systems which are installed on site. Visit the Professional Services Web site for more information about these services or contact your local Professional Services representative (names are also listed on this Web site).
Page 123: Pass-Thru Port Planning
Site Preparation ■ Pass-thru Port Planning Figure 38 shows two examples of three libraries connected with PTPs. Example A shows the LSM numbering as you add libraries to the left. Example B shows the LSM numbering as you add libraries to the right. Figure 38.
Page 124: Obtaining A Password
Activation Password application. Directions for use of the password are supplied in the SL8500 Modular Library System Installation Manual, PN 96138. Also, visit: http://sunsolve.sun.com for more information. ■ Installing the Library Console The Library Console is a software application that provides all of the functions to test, monitor, and operate the library.
Page 125: Preparing For The Installation
Site Preparation ■ Preparing for the Installation The SL8500 library requires extensive site preparation to accomplish an error-free installation. Considerations that you and the customer must make before the equipment arrives are outlined in the following sections. Personnel Warning: Weight of the upper modules: You need to lift the upper drive bay and robotic rail modules.
Page 126: Floor
Site Preparation Floor Several requirements exist for the customer’s floor: Raised Floor The SL8500 library does not require a raised floor. The primary concern is that the environmental requirements are met. As long as there is adequate airflow and environmental specifications are met, a raised floor is not required. Weight The weight of the library can vary depending on the configuration and number of modules (see...
Page 127: Table 49. Installation Tools
Site Preparation Table 49. Installation Tools Description Part Number Copper rail connector extraction tool 313921001 Frame jacks with handles (adjustable jack) 313880803 Pawl adjustment tool 314801802 Tool bag 24100254 Torx screwdriver and bits 4850 3/8-in. drive ratchet wrench 3010420130 6 in. extension for 3/8-in. drive ratchet 3010420624 3/4-in.
Page 128: Figure 39. Rack Stops Per Library
Site Preparation Rack Stop Installation Tools Tool Kit PN 418644901 includes one long tool, one short tool, and a serialized shipping container • PN 418623102 is the short tool • PN 418623002 is the long tool Additional tools required (to be acquired locally): •...
Page 129: Shipping Weights And Dimensions
Site Preparation ■ Shipping Weights and Dimensions The SL8500 library is delivered on pallets that can measure up to 2.4 m (8 ft) in length and weigh up to 491 kg (1082 lb). Make sure the customer has forklifts or pallet jacks that can handle these pallets. If moving between floors, make sure the customer has an elevator that can operate with these loads.
Page 130: Table 51. Total Pallet Weights For A Selected Library Configuration
Site Preparation Table 51. Total Pallet Weights for a Selected Library Configuration Library Configuration Pallets Needed / Shipped Total Weight Basic Library 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10 2135 kg (4,716 lb) Plus First Expansion Module 1, 2, 3, 4, 4a, 5, 6, 7a, 8, 8a, 9, 10 2724 kg (6,016 lb) Plus Second Expansion Module...
Page 131: Moving Unpacked Components
Site Preparation ■ Moving Unpacked Components If necessary, you can unpack the library components from the pallets to move them to the installation site. Follow the unpacking instructions on the outside packaging material or installation manual. Table 53 lists the specifications for the larger parts of the library. Table 53.
Page 132 Site Preparation Table 53. Unpacked Components Component Description Customer Interface Module This module is not pre-assembled and must be constructed on-site. Customer Module Center Section  There are two center sections that must be attached to the floor of this module: •...
Page 133 Site Preparation Table 53. Unpacked Components Component Description Storage Expansion Module  These modules are not pre-assembled and must be constructed on-site. Note: Allow 3 m (10 ft) of space at the end of the box or pallet to unpack these components. Floor: ...
Page 134: Adjustable Jacks
Site Preparation Adjustable Jacks Special jacks (Figure 41) maybe needed to assist in unpacking, moving, and positioning the larger modules. This jack is part of the tool kit, which is required for an installation. “Installation Tools” on page 106 for a list of tools. Figure 40.
Page 135: Moving Libraries
Site Preparation ■ Moving Libraries Moving an installed library involves extensive work. Connected library modules can not be moved as a unit. If a library must be moved, you must first determine where the library is to be moved. If you need to move the library through a doorway, hallway, of different floor, you must disassemble the entire library and re-assemble it.
Page 136: Remote Support
Site Preparation ■ Remote Support Service and support representatives are available to assist you and the customer with hardware and software problem resolution. During the initial order and installation planning, make sure that you inform the customer about the local and remote support options. Service Delivery Platform The Service Delivery Platform (SDP) is a remote support solution for the SL8500 library.
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Page 139: 5: Ordering Information
Ordering Information Use this chapter to help you order the SL8500 Modular Library System, tape drives, media, and external cables. Figure 42 show the ordering process for this chapter. Figure 42. Ordering Process Using this flowchart, the ordering process consists of: 1.
Page 140: Library Features And Locations
Ordering Information ■ Library Features and Locations Figure 43. Features and Their Locations “Power” on page 123 “Tape Drives” on “Tape Drives” on page 129 page 129 “HandBot Power Supplies” on page 124 “Redundant Electronics” on page 121 “Accessory Racks” on page 121 Drive and Electronics Module...
Page 141: Physical Configuration
Ordering Information ■ Physical Configuration The SL8500 library has two options for a base library: Table 54. Base Library Order Numbers – Required Order Number Description SL8500-ENTRYSYS-N SL8500 Entry Bundle, includes 1,000 activated slots In addition, the following five part numbers are required: Table 55.
Page 142: Hardware Options
Ordering Information ■ Hardware Options The following section lists the hardware options for the SL8500 library. HandBots HandBots are the robotic units that physically move the cartridge tapes. Each library comes with four HandBots (standard); this optional feature adds another four Handbots for a total of eight to the library. Table 58.
Page 143: Touch Screen Operator Control Panel
Ordering Information Touch Screen Operator Control Panel The library supports an optional control panel which is actually a computer with a software application referred to as the Library Console. • If this feature is not ordered, the library comes with a decorator panel. •...
Page 144: Pass-Thru Ports
Ordering Information Pass-thru Ports A library complex is created by connecting two or more SL8500 libraries together with pass-thru ports (PTPs). The PTPs are installed between the drive and electronics module and the robotics interface module of one library, and the same modules of an adjacent library. Table 64.
Page 145: Power
Ordering Information ■ Power Power selection for the SL8500 depends on three selections: • Library AC power • Robotic DC power • Tape Drive DC power Choosing options for each of these three is required. AC Power There are two possible AC power configurations for the library. •...
Page 146: Handbot Power Supplies
Ordering Information HandBot Power Supplies The HandBot power supplies plug into the Robot and Pass-thru Port Power Grid and provide 48 VDC power to the HandBots and pass-thru ports. Power supply requirements depends on the number of HandBots and the type of library power configuration (N+1 or 2N).
Page 147: Table 68. Load Sharing Power Supplies
Ordering Information Table 68. Load Sharing Power Supplies Power Supply Type Quantity Configuration Tape drives—from one to: 2 + 1 = 3 2 + 2 = 4 3 + 1 = 4 3 + 3 = 6 4 + 1 = 5 4 + 4 = 8 5 + 1 = 6 5 + 5 = 10...
Page 148: Tape Drive Power Supplies
Ordering Information Tape Drive Power Supplies “Tape Drives” on page 129 for information about specific drives. Location and selection of the power supplies depends on the number of tape drives selected and the type of power configuration (N+1 or 2N). Each pair of supplies provides enough power to support up to 16 tape drives regardless of the type of drive.
Page 149: Software Options
Ordering Information ■ Software Options The following section lists the software options for the SL8500 library. https://edelivery.oracle.com/ for information about upgrading the capacity. Activated Slot Capacity For libraries with firmware 7.x and higher, utilize Table 70 below for slot upgrade part numbers: Table 70.
Page 150: Multi-Host Tcp/Ip
Ordering Information Multi-Host TCP/IP Multi-Host connectivity allows up to four TCP/IP connections to an SL8500 Library Complex; one that contains two or more libraries. Table 73. Tape Drive Power Supply Order Numbers Order Number Description XSL8500-MTCPIP-N Multi-library TCP/IP Host interface ■...
Page 151: Add-Ons
Ordering Information ■ Add-ons The last section of the ordering process includes • Library Management Software such as ACSLS, HSC, and ELS. • Tape Drives • Media • Cables • Service (maintenance options) Library Management Software “Library Management Software” on page 41 for a description about the different types of software available.
Page 152: Cables
Ordering Information ■ Cables The following sections provide information about the different interface cables. When ordering cables, keep this in mind: • Riser cables can be used in computer rooms and are not classified according to flammability or toxic gas emissions. •...
Page 153: Fiber-Optic Cables Work Sheet
Ordering Information Fiber-Optic Cables Work Sheet Figure 44. Fiber Optic Duplex Connectors LC connectors are the industry standard for all 2 Gbps Fibre Channel devices. Note: The SL8500 drive tray requires LC plugs for connection on the rear panel. SC connectors are the standard for 1 Gbps Fibre Channel devices such as the T9840A tape drive.
Page 154: Escon Cables Work Sheet
Ordering Information ESCON Cables Work Sheet ESCON cables, depending on the platform or network components, can have different types of connectors. Figure 45 shows examples of two styles of ESCON connectors. Figure 45. ESCON Cable Connectors Table 76. ESCON Cable Part Numbers Select Order Number Description...
Page 155: Order Number Listing
Ordering Information ■ Order Number Listing Table 77 provides a list of order numbers for the SL8500. Table 77. Order Number Listing Order Number Description SL8500-ENTRYSYS-N SL8500 Entry Bundle, with 1,000 activated slots SL8500-BASEASY-Z-N BASE Module Assembly SL8500-BASEARRAY-Z-N BASE Machine Array SL8500-ZFRAME-Z-N Z Frame Assembly SL8500-CIM-Z-N...
Page 156 Ordering Information Table 77. Order Number Listing Order Number Description XSL8500-UPG-PART-N Partitioning XSL8500-MAG13-Z-N SL8500 Magazine Assy for CAP XSL8500-ETHRNT-Z PUE Ethernet card/switch (PN: 419951602) XSL8500-UPG-1250-N Slot upgrade, 1000 to 1250 XSL8500-UPG-1448-N Slot upgrade, 1250 to 1448 XSL8500-UPG-1750-N Slot upgrade, 1448 to 1750 XSL8500-UPG-2000-N Slot upgrade, 1750 to 2000 XSL8500-UPG-2250-N...
Page 157: Figure 46. Content Management Example
Content Management The most important aspect of an SL8500 is the need to plan and evaluate the content with respect to the physical structure and capacities of an SL8500. Figure 46 shows an example of how a content management philosophy might look using the information in this chapter.
Page 158: Dedicating Rails
Content Management ■ Dedicating Rails The SL8500 is not just another library. The SL8500 architecture is four separate library storage modules that work together in parallel (LSM / rail). This architecture offers extremely flexible and scalable configurations that can simplify automated tape applications. Instead of distributing cartridges and tape drives evenly across all the rails...
Page 159: Managing Cartridges
Content Management ■ Managing Cartridges Managing cartridges—how cartridges are entered, ejected, handled, and treated—in the library can have an affect on performance. Some considerations include: ❏ Use tape management Use a library management application such as ExLM with HSC to keep applications (ExLM) active volumes on the same LSMs as compatible drives and to migrate less active volumes.
Page 160: Grouping Tape Drives
Content Management ■ Grouping Tape Drives During the installation, having an understanding about how to logically group and install the tape drives in an SL8500 can minimize both elevator and PTP activity. Strategies to use when determining where to install the tape drives include: ❏...
Page 161: Minimizing Elevator And Ptp Activity
Content Management ■ Minimizing Elevator and PTP Activity As pass-thru activity (elevator and pass-thru ports) increases, performance (exchanges per hour) decreases. Here are several things you can do to minimize or improve pass-thru activity. ❏ Mounting cartridges Mount cartridges in tape drives that are on the same rail (LSM). ❏...
Page 162: Cartridge Access Port Guidelines
Content Management ■ Cartridge Access Port Guidelines Although operation of the cartridge access port does not directly affect the performance of the library, here are some guidelines that can help with its overall operation. ❏ Entering cartridges • Whenever possible, enter cartridges through the CAP. •...
Page 163: Figure 47. Content Management Work Sheets
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Page 165: From A Software Point Of View
Software This appendix describes the differences and provides information about the library management software, shows some cell mapping examples, and lists the feature codes for ACSLS and HSC products. ■ From a Software Point of View Most of the information in this system assurance guide has been about hardware, site planning, and features;...
Page 166: Table 78. Slot Addressing
Software • Special panels include: Corners are special because there are no inner wall corner panels Pass-thru ports are special because the top six slots are inaccessible because of the PTPs. Pass-thru port panels are also special because the top cartridge slot (under the port) is reserved as a redundant robotics drop-off slot;...
Page 167: Tape Drives
Software Tape Drives All of the tape drives in the SL8500 library are physically located in the Drive and Electronics Module and are identified using the five parameters. shows the internal—software—mapping (inside the library),  Table 79 Table 80 shows the external—physical—numbering (outside the library). Table 79.
Page 168: Cartridge Access Ports
Software A default behavior of some tape management software (such as ACSLS) is to dismount the drive and leave the cartridge in the same LSM (rail). This depends on software features such as fixed volume location, float/no float, or extended store. Important: ...
Page 169: Elevators
Software Elevators Elevators are considered pass-thru ports. Each elevator has three pass-thru operations per rail. Each rail can pass-thru to the other three rails. Operational Differences LSM Prefencing:  Is basically the same as with other libraries and tries to minimize pass-thru operations (elevator, turntable, and pass-thru ports).
Page 170: Enterprise Library Software
Software • Influence tape allocation to ensure the correct tape drives are selected • Intercept mount/dismount and swap messages and translate them to perform tape hardware functions. Important: • HSC 5.0 and 5.1 are not supported with the SL8500 library. •...
Page 171: Automated Cartridge System Library Software
• Foundation Suite HA TCP/IP  TCP/IP  Connections (SCSI not supported) (SCSI not supported) Sun Solaris 8.0 or 9.0,  Supported operating Sun Solaris 8.0 or 9.0 AIX 4.3.3 and 5.1 and  systems Linux Red Hat 8.0 E24254-01...
Page 172: Acsls Differences With A Sl8500
Software Presently ACSLS has performance recommendations for utilizing and minimizing pass-thru activities: • Minimizing pass-thru activity between LSMs • Floating cartridges during a dismount • Entering cartridges into a library • Ejecting cartridges from a library • Maintaining empty storage cells in a library •...
Page 173: Vsm
Table 82. Supported Independent Software Vendors Platform Supported CA BrightStor, Enterprise Backup Windows, Solaris , AIX, HP-UX CA BrightStor ARCserve Windows, Solaris Legato NetWorker Windows, SUN, AIX, HP-UX Tivoli Storage Manager Windows, AIX Symantec (Veritas) NetBackup Windows, Solaris, AIX, HP-UX ■...
Page 174: Software Feature Codes
Software ■ Software Feature Codes StorageTek continues to expand the capabilities of its industry leading library management software with releases of ACSLS and HSC. HSC Feature Codes Table 84. HSC Feature Codes Description Code MVS HSC 1190M30 DSLO License 2902 38,000 Cartridges 2923 Level 6.0...
Page 175: Table 85. Supported Tape Drives And Microcode Levels
Tape Drives The SL8500 library supports a wide variety of tape drives with fiber-optic based interfaces, including: Fibre Channel, FICON, and ESCON. This appendix provides information about these tape drives. Important: Make sure to check for the latest level of firmware available at: tapesupport.us.oracle.com/main.shtml suntape.central/main.shtml Table 85.
Page 176: T9840 Tape Drives
Tape Drives ■ T9840 Tape Drives Models Available models include: T9840 A, B, C, and D Description The T9840 tape drives are access-centric tape drives that have an average access time of just 12 seconds. These tape drives are ideal for applications that demand high data throughput and fast recall.
Page 177: T10000 Tape Drives
Tape Drives ■ T10000 Tape Drives Models Available models include: T10000 A, B, C Read/Write The T10000 uses partial response, maximum likelihood (PRML) Technology complemented by dual magneto-resistive (MR) head technologies that provide 32 channels that write data to the tape and read it back.  This dual-head technology: •...
Page 178: Ibm Lto Specifications
Operating system support is available for: IBM AIX, OS/400 and i5/OS,  Operating Systems Microsoft Windows 2000 Server 2003, Sun Solaris 8 and 9; HP-UX 11.0 and 11, and Red Hat Enterprise Linux 3; SUSE LINUX Enterprise Server 8. ■...
Page 179: Dynamic World Wide Name
Tape Drives ■ Dynamic World Wide Name Each connection (port) in a Fibre Channel environment must have a unique ID called the World Wide Name (WWN). The WWN is a 64-bit address that identifies each individual device, company, with vendor information. When a device logs-in to a Fibre Channel network, the WWN is validated for access by comparing Port Name, Node Name, and Port ID.
Page 180: Tape Drive Comparisons
■ Tape Drive Comparisons Table 86. Tape Drive Comparison StorageTek Specification T10K A T10K B T10K C T9840D LTO4 LTO5 LTO4 LTO5 Capacity (native) 500 GB 1 TB 5 TB 75 GB 800 GB 1.5 TB 800 GB 1.5 TB Transfer rates (native) 120 MB/s 120 MB/s...
Page 181: Disclaimer
Media Tape cartridges are not shipped as part of the SL8500 Modular Library System and must be ordered separately. Notes: The customer can use their existing cartridges as long as they are compatible with the supported tape drives and still within their warranty period.
Page 182: 9840 Tape Cartridge
Media ■ 9840 Tape Cartridge The 9840 tape cartridge is a half-inch tape cartridge featuring a self-contained tape path with dual reels for fast midpoint loads, which eliminates the time required to thread tape. The 9840 tape cartridge was designed concurrently with the T9840 tape drive to provide fast access to data.
Page 183: 9940 Tape Cartridge
Media ■ 9940 Tape Cartridge The 9940 tape cartridge is a high-capacity, single-reel cartridge with the following characteristics: • Advanced metal particle (AMP) tape for higher recording density • Proprietary back coating reduces static and tape compression • Pre-written servo tracks provides for precision head alignment •...
Page 184: T10000 Tape Cartridges
Media ■ T10000 Tape Cartridges Optimized for high capacity, the T10000 tape cartridges use a single reel hub to maximize performance. There are four types of tape cartridges: Figure 50. Tape Cartridge Types Label area Door (color): • Black = data cartridge •...
Page 185: Lto Tape Cartridges
Media ■ LTO Tape Cartridges The Linear Tape-Open (LTO) Ultrium family of tape cartridges are optimized for high capacity and performance and are composed of half-inch, high-grade, patented, ceramic-coated metal particle tape. The media ID labels for LTO tape cartridges are: LTO data cartridges: •...
Page 186: Super Dlt Tape Cartridges
Media ■ Super DLT Tape Cartridges Super DLT (SDLT) tape cartridges are composed of half-inch, patented, ceramic-coated metal particle media. By transferring the optical servo guide information to the opposite side of the media, the SDLT cartridge enables a higher density of recording tracks on the magnetic surface of the media.
Page 187: Volsafe Cartridges
Media ■ VolSafe Cartridges The original write once, read many (WORM) tape-based storage solution, VolSafe secure media can be configured to meet the most stringent storage regulatory requirements, such as: • Sarbanes-Oxley Act • Securities Exchange Commission (SEC) • Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) •...
Page 188: Barcode Labels
Media ■ Barcode Labels The labels used for the tape drives and libraries are based on the Code 39 barcode standard. This standard uses discrete barcodes, which means that a fixed pattern of bars represents a single character. Each character is made up of nine bars—five black bars and four white bars— three of which are wider than the others.
Page 189: Barcode Standards
Media Barcode Standards The SL8500 library reads barcodes of six characters or more that meet the following standards: American National Standards Institute (ANSI)  • MH10.8M-1993 Code 39 Barcode Specification Automatic Identification Manufacturers (AIM)  • Uniform Symbology Specification USS-39 Figure 55.
Page 190: Media Domain And Id Labels
Media Media Domain and ID Labels The media domain and media ID labels are the way a particular type of tape cartridge is identified by a library. This is an important feature called: Any Cartridge, Any Slot The use of media domain and media ID labels allow customers to mix tape drive types and media types in a single library or library complex—a true mixed media solution.
Page 191: Figure 56. Label Examples
Media Label Examples Figure 56 shows some examples of labels, media domains and IDs. Figure 56. Label Examples T9x40 T10000 SDLT Six-plus-one Eight-characters Eight-characters Seven-characters T104 050 T104 053 T104 051 Table 87 lists examples of the media domain and ID designators. Table 87.
Page 192: Cleaning And Diagnostic Labels
Media Cleaning and Diagnostic Labels Description Cleaning and diagnostic cartridges require different labels to distinguish them from data cartridges. As the name implies, cleaning cartridges clean the tape path and  • read/write heads of the tape drives. • Diagnostic cartridges are for service representatives to run read and write tests on the tape drive.
Page 193: Ordering Tape Cartridges And Labels
Media ■ Ordering Tape Cartridges and Labels Contact your authorized selling agent for approved labeled cartridges. Notes: • You must select the volume serial number (VOLSER) range and other label options when ordering media. • If you choose to order additional labels, call any authorized reseller. •...
Page 194: Media Comparisons
■ Media Comparisons The following table provides a comparison of different (current) media types.Media Comparisons Specifications 9840(C) 9840(D) T10K(A) T10K(B) LTO4 LTO5 SDLT II Capacity, native 40 GB 75 GB 500 GB 1 TB 800 GB 1.5 TB 300 GB Transfer rate (MB/s) 36 MB/s Read/Write speed...
Page 195: E: Electrical Conversions
Electrical Conversions It is often necessary take certain electrical values (such as volts, amps, and watts) and convert them into other electrical values (such as kW, kVA and Btu). These values are used to calculate overall power, heating, and cooling requirements for customer sites.
Page 196: To Find Volt-Amperes (Va)
Electrical Conversions To Find Volt-Amperes (VA) When Volts and Amperes are known, you can use the previous example: Volts multiplied by Amps = Volt-amperes (VA)  Volts [VAC] x Amps [A-rms] = Volt-amperes [VA] For example: A small server is plugged into a 120 VAC 60 Hz power source and is rated at 2.5 amps.
Page 197: To Convert Between Kw And Kva
Electrical Conversions Single Phase: For example: A medium-sized server is plugged into a 120 VAC 60 Hz power source and is rated at 6.0 amps. ÷ 120 VAC x 6 amps x 0.85 (PF) = 612 1,000 is 0.612 kW 208–240 Two Phase: For example: A server using a 220 VAC power source is rated at 4.7 amps.
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Page 199: Contrasts Between Libraries
Comparisons Because the SL8500 is a new library, a comparison between an existing StorageTek library—the 9310 Powderhorn—might help to put things into perspective. This appendix provides comparisons between these two libraries. ■ Contrasts Between Libraries Many concepts and terms used for earlier libraries apply to SL8500 libraries. However, many terms for the SL8500 have been modified from their original meanings.
Page 200 Comparisons Table 89. Old versus New Terminology (Continued) 9310 PowderHorn SL8500 Hand: The component that reads cartridge HandBot: The component that stores and VOLIDs, stores, and retrieves cartridges; retrieves cartridges; it reads cartridge VOLIDs: cartridge VOLIDs are read before retrieval by the When entered through a CAP robot.
Page 201: Capacity Comparison With 9310 Libraries
Comparisons Table 89. Old versus New Terminology (Continued) 9310 PowderHorn SL8500 Size/capacity: Determined by firmware and Size/capacity: Determined by the number of number of installed arrays; approximately 6,000 modules installed: three are required (1448 cartridges per LSM. cartridges), but an additional five storage expansion modules can be added (1728 cartridges each).
Page 202: Library Comparisons
Comparisons ■ Library Comparisons Because the SL8500 is a new library, a comparison between the existing Powderhorn (9310) might help to put things into perspective. • Table 90 compares libraries between weights, measures, and capacities • Table 91 lists the SL8500 power specifications Table 90.
Page 203 Comparisons Table 90. Comparisons Between PowderHorn and the SL8500 Library (Continued) 9310 PowderHorn SL8500 Service Clearances LSM (door opening) 86.36 cm (34 in.) Front 66 cm (26 in.) 39.0 cm (15.4 in.) Rear 85 cm (33.5 in.) 81.3 cm (32.0 in.) Pass-thru ports 15.25 cm (6 in.) 9741e Drive Cabinet...
Page 204 Comparisons Table 90. Comparisons Between PowderHorn and the SL8500 Library (Continued) 9310 PowderHorn SL8500 Capacities Tape drives (max)   Tape drives (max)   80 (four 9741e)  single library  64  single library complex Tape cartridges (max)  ...
Page 205: Table 91. Sl8500 Power Specifications
Comparisons Table 91. SL8500 Power Specifications Component Quantity Idle Watts Maximum Continuous Watts Base Library Dual Robotics (8 HandBots) Rack Space  1440 (Non-Redundant - 2 Racks) Rack Space (Redundant - 4 2880 Racks) Pass-Through Ports Each Tape Drive and Drive Tray Assembly T9840D Each 91.6...
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Page 207: G: Tcp/Ip Connectivity
TCP/IP Connectivity The SL8500 now features Dual TCP/IP—which provides two public network interfaces to the library and/or library complex.  This feature requires a library firmware of FRS_3.08 or higher. This appendix provides three network topology examples with routing tables and the CLI commands used to configure each example.
Page 208: Differences
TCP/IP Connectivity Differences 1. Dual TCP/IP (SL8500): Provides two separate host connections between the host software (ACSLS or ELS/HSC) and the library controller. • Dual TCP/IP is an active/active design—when both communication paths are available, ACSLS and ELS/HSC use both of them to communicate with the SL8500.
Page 209 TCP/IP Connectivity MAC address—Short for media access control. Mbps—spelled this way it is short for megabits per second, a unit of measure for data transfer speed (a megabit is equal to one million bits). Newer versions of Ethernet, called Gig-E or 1000Base-T support data transfers of 1 gigabit (1,000 Mbps).
Page 210: Network Addressing
TCP/IP Connectivity ■ Network Addressing To communicate on a network, each device must have a unique number or “address.” An Internet Protocol or IP address is a unique number that identifies a device and allows it to communicate on a network. All other IP network devices— including computers, routers, and libraries—must have its own unique address.
Page 211: Subnet Masks
TCP/IP Connectivity ■ Subnet Masks Definitions: • Subnets allow network administrators to further divide the host part of an IP address into further, smaller, networks—subnets. • A mask is a filter that selectively includes or excludes certain values. Values that do not conform to the mask can not access the device. •...
Page 212 TCP/IP Connectivity Commonly used netmasks are the 24-bit mask and 23-bit mask. Netmask First Octet Second Octet Third Octet Fourth Octet 255. 255. 255. Conversion 11111111 11111111 11111111 00000000 Netmask length  — (CIDR notation) Conversion 11111111 11111111 11111110 00000000 Netmask length ...
Page 213: Netmask Quick Reference
TCP/IP Connectivity Netmask Quick Reference Table 93. Netmask Quick Reference Bits Hosts Netmask 16777216 255.0.0.0—Class A network 8388608 255.128.0.0 4194304 255.192.0.0 2097152 255.224.0.0 1048576 255.240.0.0 524288 255.248.0.0 262144 255.252.0.0 131072 255.254.0.0 65536 255.255.0.0—Class B network 32768 255.255.128.0 16384 255.255.192.0 8192 255.255.224.0 4096 255.255.240.0...
Page 214: Acsls And Dual Tcp/Ip Support
TCP/IP Connectivity ■ ACSLS and Dual TCP/IP Support The purpose of dual TCP/IP is to automatically recognize and avoid a failing communication path. Since this is automated, there is no need for you to manually switch from an inoperative connection. The best solution is having ACSLS keep two connections to the library open because ACSLS will use all active connections.
Page 215: Els/Hsc And Dual Tcp/Ip Support
TCP/IP Connectivity ■ ELS/HSC and Dual TCP/IP Support ELS/HSC provides support to configure two TCP/IP connections using the LMUPATH control statement. This statement allows users to define network LMU attachments in a dual TCP/IP environment for an SL8500. You must also specify a second LMUADDR parameter to define the dual TCP/ IPs.
Page 216: Multi-Homed Configuration On Two Subnets
TCP/IP Connectivity ■ Multi-Homed Configuration on Two Subnets Figure 58 illustrates a simple and easy-to-troubleshoot ACSLS/HSC configuration. In this topology, the route required to reach each network interface on the host can be described with a standard, static route. • In this example, traffic sourced from the host for destination 129.80.70.101 (Port 2A) crosses through subnet A.
Page 217: Cli Commands
TCP/IP Connectivity SL8500 Routing Table: Port Destination Gateway Netmask 129.80.70.0 255.255.254.0 (/23) 129.80.64.0 255.255.254.0 (/23) CLI Commands The CLI commands to configure this example are: Addresses 1. Take both ports down.  SL8500> network ip link set dev 2A down  SL8500>...
Page 218: Multi-Homed Configuration With Different Subnets
TCP/IP Connectivity ■ Multi-Homed Configuration with Different Subnets Figure 59 illustrates distinct network paths within a large network. This is configured through static routing, but each destination route for each network must be defined. In this example, creating an association between destination networks permits us to specify two distinct paths;...
Page 219: Cli Commands
TCP/IP Connectivity Host and SL8500 Routing Tables: Host Routing Table Destination Gateway Netmask 129.80.91.0 255.255.255.0 (/24) 129.80.81.0 255.255.255.0 (/24) 129.80.64.0 129.80.91.254 255.255.254.0 (/23) 192.168.10.0 129.80.81.254 255.255.255.0 (/24) SL8500 Routing Table Destination Gateway Netmask 192.168.10.0 255.255.255.0 (/24) 129.80.64.0 255.255.254.0 (/23) 129.80.91.0 129.80.65.254 255.255.255.0 (/24) 129.80.81.0...
Page 220: Single Interface Host With Multi-Homed Sl8500
TCP/IP Connectivity ■ Single Interface Host with Multi-Homed SL8500 Figure 60 illustrates a single network interface. If set up incorrectly, loop problems may be encountered with this type of configuration. Figure 60. Single Interface Host and Multi-Homed SL8500 198 SL8500: Systems Assurance Guide • July 2011 E24254-01...
Page 221: Cli Commands
TCP/IP Connectivity Routing Tables (an example of using the policy routing command) Port 2A Routing Table Destination Gateway Netmask 129.80.51.65 129.80.65.254 255.255.255.255 (/32) Port 2B Routing Table 129.80.51.65 129.80.71.254 255.255.255.255 (/32) SL8500 Routing Table Destination Gateway Netmask 129.80.64.0 255.255.254.0 (/23) 129.80.71.0 255.255.254.0 (/23) default (2B)
Page 222: Service Connection
TCP/IP Connectivity ■ Service Connection With the Dual TCP/IP feature, if the customer only has one connection into the SL8500, the second port (2A) can be used as a connection for service. For example: • Service Delivery Platform (SDP) • Laptop (PC) •...
Page 223: Potential Problems
TCP/IP Connectivity ■ Potential Problems While the SL8500’s processor can auto-negotiate between 10 and 100 Mbps traffic, floods of address resolution protocol broadcasts (ARP is a network layer protocol that converts IP addresses into physical addresses) can overwhelm the library. If the SL8500 is connected to shared networks, broadcast messages may be sent to all network nodes.
Page 224: Diagnosing Tcp/Ip Problems
TCP/IP Connectivity Diagnosing TCP/IP Problems If communication problems arise, problems can be diagnosed by using the following methods: 1. Use a “sniffer” (a device or program used to trace the network traffic for the library). 2. Display the port statistics on the switch or hub to which the library is connected.
Page 225: Purpose
Partitioning The definition of a partition according to the Merriam–Webster dictionary is: 1. to divide into parts or shares. 2. to separate or divide by a partition, such as a wall.  In computing, many people are familiar with hard disk drive partitioning to create several logical divisions on the same hard drive.
Page 226: Guidelines
Partitioning ■ Guidelines Essential elements for understanding partitions are: • Clear communication between all parties, such as system programmers, network administrators, both ACSLS and ELS/HSC administrators, and service representatives. • Only a single library may be partitioned—pass-thru port (PTP) operations are not allowed.
Page 227 Partitioning Remember: • Partitioned LSMs cannot communicate with other LSMs within the library unless they are in the same partition. • Elevators and CAPs are shared resources—each partition can fully use these resources for enter and eject operations. • No elevator pass-thru operations will occur between LSMs unless they are defined in the same partition, except when using the CAP to service Rail 1, regardless of its configured partition.
Page 228: Software And Firmware Requirements
Partitioning Software and Firmware Requirements Requirements for partitioning the SL8500 library include: • Order number: SL8500-UPG-PART • Upgrade number: XSL8500-UPG-PART • Library firmware FRS_3.7x or higher • StorageTek Library Console (SLC) at Version FRS_3.25 or higher • ACSLS Versions 7.1 and 7.1.1 with PUT0701 •...
Page 229: Capacities
Partitioning ■ Capacities Figure 62 shows an example of an SL8500 library with the capacities of each module; partition capacities per rail and per library configuration, plus drive modules (from 1 to 16 tape drives) for each rail. Figure 62. Partition Planning and Capacities 10,088 Table 94.
Page 230: Tasks
Partitioning ■ Tasks Table 95 to help prepare for partitioning. Table 95. Steps and Tasks for Partitioning ✓ Step Task Reference Responsibility* ❏ 1. Team Create a Team. • Customer • SE, PS When planning for partitions, using a process similar to that of •...
Page 231: Planning
Partitioning ■ Planning Identify and define the customer requirements and expectations  Identify the proposed configurations  Complete the following assessment: New: ❏ Is this a new installation or an existing installation? Existing: ❏ If existing, cartridge migration may be required to configure the partitions correctly.
Page 232: Figure 63. Partition Planning Example
Partitioning Figure 63 provides an example to show the flexibility that partitions provide for host connections, applications, capacities, tape drive types and interfaces. Figure 63. Partition Planning Example Rail 1 and Rail 2 Combined as one Partition (ACS 0) hli1 / MVS combined hli1 / MVS combined Partition ID Partition ID...
Page 233 Partitioning Make copies as necessary. E24254-01 Appendix H Partitioning 211...
Page 234: Figure 64. Base Library Partition Planning
Partitioning Figure 64. Base Library Partition Planning Rail 1 Rail 2 Partition ID Partition ID Hosts Hosts ACSLS or ELS/HSC ACSLS or ELS/HSC ACS, LSM Address ACS, LSM Address Applications Applications Cartridge capacity Cartridge capacity Free slots Free slots Tape Drive types Tape Drive types Rail 3 Rail 4...
Page 235: Figure 65. One Expansion Module Partition Planning
Partitioning Figure 65. One Expansion Module Partition Planning Rail 1 Rail 2 Partition ID Partition ID Hosts Hosts ACSLS or ELS/HSC ACSLS or ELS/HSC ACS, LSM Address ACS, LSM Address Applications Applications Cartridge capacity Cartridge capacity Free slots Free slots Tape Drive types Tape Drive types Rail 3...
Page 236: Figure 66. Two Expansion Modules Partition Planning
Partitioning Figure 66. Two Expansion Modules Partition Planning Rail 1 Rail 2 Partition ID Partition ID Hosts Hosts ACSLS or ELS/HSC ACSLS or ELS/HSC ACS, LSM Address ACS, LSM Address Applications Applications Cartridge capacity Cartridge capacity Free slots Free slots Tape Drive types Tape Drive types Rail 3...
Page 237: Figure 67. Three Expansion Modules Partition Planning
Partitioning Figure 67. Three Expansion Modules Partition Planning Rail 1 Rail 2 Partition ID Partition ID Hosts Hosts ACSLS or ELS/HSC ACSLS or ELS/HSC ACS, LSM Address ACS, LSM Address Applications Applications Cartridge capacity Cartridge capacity Free slots Free slots Tape Drive types Tape Drive types Rail 3...
Page 238: Figure 68. Four Expansion Modules Partition Planning
Partitioning Figure 68. Four Expansion Modules Partition Planning Rail 1 Rail 2 Partition ID Partition ID Hosts Hosts ACSLS or ELS/HSC ACSLS or ELS/HSC ACS, LSM Address ACS, LSM Address Applications Applications Cartridge capacity Cartridge capacity Free slots Free slots Tape Drive types Tape Drive types Rail 3...
Page 239: Figure 69. Five Expansion Modules Partition Planning
Partitioning Figure 69. Five Expansion Modules Partition Planning Rail 1 Rail 2 Partition ID Partition ID Hosts Hosts ACSLS or ELS/HSC ACSLS or ELS/HSC ACS, LSM Address ACS, LSM Address Applications Applications Cartridge capacity Cartridge capacity Free slots Free slots Tape Drive types Tape Drive types Rail 3...
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Page 241: Requirements
Multi-Host Connectivity The newest host connectivity feature to an SL8500 Library Complex is the Multi-Host feature. This feature allows up to four connections to a library complex that contains 2 or more libraries. ■ Requirements Order numbers for multiple host connections to an SL8500 library are: •...
Page 242: Specifics For Acsls
Multi-Host Connectivity Specifics for ACSLS When ACSLS has two connections to one SL8500, you must configure the SL8500 and ACSLS server routing tables. Refer to the ACSLS Installation, Configuration, and Administrator Guide ➪ ACSLS Dual TCP/IP Support section for more information. Make the first connection that you specify in acsss_config or config acs new to the SL8500 library with the most activity.
Page 243: Multi-Host Network Entries Work Sheet
Multi-Host Connectivity ■ Multi-Host Network Entries Work Sheet When preparing the network and connections—as a best practice—complete a network entries worksheet for each port of the SL8500 library. Description IP Address / Name ❏ ❏ HBC Card Port: 2A Host name Gateway Netmask ❏...
Page 244: Configuration Examples
Multi-Host Connectivity ■ Configuration Examples Figure 70. Multi-Host Configuration—Four Libraries with Four Host Connections Components Library 1 Library 2 Library 3 Library 4 Expansion Modules Three Three Library Firmware FRS_3.96 FRS_3.96 FRS_3.96 FRS_3.96 Library Console 3.38 3.38 3.38 3.38 Software ACSLS 7.1 or ACSLS 7.1 or ACSLS 7.1 or...
Page 245 Multi-Host Connectivity Figure 71. Multi-Host Configuration—Two Libraries with Four Host Connections Components Library 1 Library 2 Expansion Modules Library Firmware FRS_3.96 FRS_3.96 Software ACSLS 7.1 or HSC 6.1 ACSLS 7.1 or HSC 6.1 Port: IP Address 2A: 129.80.34.147 2B: 10.47.52.23 2A: 132.68.142.114 2B: 192.22.12.57 LSMs...
Page 246 Multi-Host Connectivity Figure 72. Multi-Host Configuration—with Two Plus Two Host Connections Components Library 1 Library 2 Library 3 Library 4 Expansion Modules Three Three Library Firmware FRS_3.96 FRS_3.96 FRS_3.96 FRS_3.96 Library Console 3.38 3.38 3.38 3.38 Software ACSLS 7.1 or ACSLS 7.1 or ACSLS 7.1 or ACSLS 7.1 or...
Page 247: Figure 73. Content Management Work Sheet
Work Sheets This appendix provides work sheets to help plan the host connections, content and partition planning for the SL8500 and includes: • “Host Selection Checklist” on page 226 • “Network Entries Work Sheet” on page 227 • “Multi-Host Network Entries Work Sheet” on page 228 •...
Page 248: Host Selection Checklist
Work Sheets ■ Host Selection Checklist Table 97. Host Selection Checklist and Requirements Configuration Port Firmware Comments Single Port 2B only All versions This is the simplest type of host connection to the library. Supports: Single host/library management software (ACSLS or HSC). Optional Feature.
Page 249: Network Entries Work Sheet
Work Sheets ■ Network Entries Work Sheet When preparing the network and connections—as a best practice—complete a network entries worksheet for each port of the SL8500 library. Description IP Address Host name to Port 2B HBC Card Port 2B Gateway Port 2B Netmask Host name to Port 2A HBC Card Port 2A...
Page 250: Multi-Host Network Entries Work Sheet
Work Sheets ■ Multi-Host Network Entries Work Sheet When preparing the network and connections—as a best practice—complete a network entries worksheet for each port of the SL8500 library. Description IP Address / Name HBC Card Port: 2A ❏ 2B ❏ Host name Gateway Netmask...
Page 251 Work Sheets Figure 73. Content Management Work Sheet E24254-01 Appendix J Work Sheets 229...
Page 252: Figure 74. Partition Planning-Base Library
Work Sheets Figure 74. Partition Planning—Base Library Rail 1 Rail 2 Partition ID Partition ID Hosts Hosts ACSLS or ELS/HSC ACSLS or ELS/HSC ACS, LSM Address ACS, LSM Address Applications Applications Cartridge capacity Cartridge capacity Free slots Free slots Tape Drive types Tape Drive types Rail 3 Rail 4...
Page 253: Figure 75. Partition Planning-One Expansion Module
Work Sheets Figure 75. Partition Planning—One Expansion Module Rail 1 Rail 2 Partition ID Partition ID Hosts Hosts ACSLS or ELS/HSC ACSLS or ELS/HSC ACS, LSM Address ACS, LSM Address Applications Applications Cartridge capacity Cartridge capacity Free slots Free slots ...
Page 254: Figure 76. Partition Planning-Two Expansion Modules
Work Sheets Figure 76. Partition Planning—Two Expansion Modules Rail 1 Rail 2 Partition ID Partition ID Hosts Hosts ACSLS or ELS/HSC ACSLS or ELS/HSC ACS, LSM Address ACS, LSM Address Applications Applications Cartridge capacity Cartridge capacity Free slots Free slots Tape Drive types Tape Drive types Rail 3...
Page 255: Figure 77. Partition Planning-Three Expansion Modules
Work Sheets Figure 77. Partition Planning—Three Expansion Modules Rail 1 Rail 2 Partition ID Partition ID Hosts Hosts ACSLS or ELS/HSC ACSLS or ELS/HSC ACS, LSM Address ACS, LSM Address Applications Applications Cartridge capacity Cartridge capacity Free slots Free slots ...
Page 256: Figure 78. Partition Planning-Four Expansion Modules
Work Sheets Figure 78. Partition Planning—Four Expansion Modules Rail 1 Rail 2 Partition ID Partition ID Hosts Hosts ACSLS or ELS/HSC ACSLS or ELS/HSC ACS, LSM Address ACS, LSM Address Applications Applications Cartridge capacity Cartridge capacity Free slots Free slots ...
Page 257: Figure 79. Partition Planning-Five Expansion Modules
Work Sheets Figure 79. Partition Planning—Five Expansion Modules Rail 1 Rail 2 Partition ID Partition ID Hosts Hosts ACSLS or ELS/HSC ACSLS or ELS/HSC ACS, LSM Address ACS, LSM Address Applications Applications Cartridge capacity Cartridge capacity Free slots Free slots ...
Page 258 Work Sheets Redundant Electronics Network Entries Worksheet When preparing the network and connections—as a best practice—complete a network entries worksheet for each port of the SL8500 library. Description IP Address Host name to Port 2B HBC Card Port 2B Gateway Port 2B Netmask Host name to Port 2A HBC Card Port 2A...
Page 259: Glossary
Glossary This glossary defines terms and Automated Cartridge System Library abbreviations in this and other SL8500 Software (ACSLS) Software that manages library related publications. ACS library contents and controls ACS library hardware to mount and dismount cartridges on ACS drives. Numerics 2N A power configuration that gives the Product Name library full AC and DC power...
Page 260 Glossary cleaning cartridge A tape cartridge that dynamic World Wide Name A feature that contains special material to clean the tape applies dynamic names to network devices path in a transport or drive. rather than fixed names. When a dWWN- named device is replaced, it is assigned the CLI Command line interface.
Page 261 Glossary ESCON See Enterprise Systems Connection. get An activity in which a robot obtains a Ethernet A local-area, packet-switched cartridge from a slot or drive. network technology. Originally designed for coaxial cable, it is now found running over gripper (1) The portion of the hand shielded, twisted-pair cable.
Page 262 Glossary library storage module (LSM) A term used to identify each level of the SL8500, import The process of placing a cartridge including the rail assembly, robotics, tape into the cartridge access port so that the drives, power supplies, electronics modules, library can insert it into a storage slot.
Page 263 Glossary drive and electronics module, with one to RealTime Growth capability The five storage expansion modules optional. capability to add pass-thru ports dynamically See also logical library. while the library is operating. power distribution unit (PDU) A device Redundant Electronics Redundant for the distribution of AC line power from one electronics is a hardware activated and inlet to multiple outlets.
Page 264 Glossary SL8500 See SL8500 modular library tape drive An electromechanical device system. that moves magnetic tape and includes mechanisms for writing and reading data to SL8500 address A five-digit, comma- and from the tape. separated value (L,C,R,S,W) that represents tape drive tray assembly The mechanical Library, Rail, Column, Side, and Row.
Page 265: Index
Index Numerics scheme, 5 adjustable jacks, 114 2N power configuration agencies, safety and ESD, 54 about the, 11 Airborne Contaminants, 87 block diagram of, 11 alley limitations, 79 feature codes for, 123 American Eagle, cartridge labels by, 51 3 of 9 code, 166 Amperes, finding values for, 173 39-slot cartridge access port, 20 ANSI label specifications, 51...
Page 266 Index partitioning, 207 planning, 207, 209 CA BrightStor, 151 targets, 4 cable routing, 95, 96 checklists cable survey, 75 applications, 64 cables before you install, 79 ESCON, 132 cables and connectors, 75 Ethernet, 130 cartridge tapes, 70 interface, 130 connectivity, 71 plenum, 130 data base, 68 riser, 130...
Page 267 Index library management applications, 41 satisfaction and the Storage Management, 42 system assurance process, xix, 57 conduit elbows, 14, 90 software, 64 configuration system configuration, 63 AC power options, 10 Customer Interface Module flash memory, 16 components in, 3 tape drive, 101 length of, 84 configuring customer interface module (CIM)
Page 268 Index dWWN, 129, 157 Enterprise Systems Connection, definition Drive and Electronics Module, 3 of, 50 length of, 84 environmental factors and concerns, 81 planning, 99 error-free installation, xix, 57 drive and electronics module (DEM) ERS, 28, 52 capacity, 9, 207 ESCON drive tray, 89 cables, 132...
Page 269 Index 53, 102 horizontal pass-thru operations, 22 firmware, 17 host connections, 100 downloading, 17 host interface connections, 29 flash memory versions, 16 host selection, 31, 226 firmware upgrade, 17 Host Software Component, 42 flash memory, 16 Hot-Swap indicator, 100 flash memory, discussed, 16 float DataProtector, 151 enabling, 139...
Page 270 Index Library Console CD part number, 104 jack assembly part number, 106 feature codes, 121 jacks, 114 loading software, 104 JCL changes, 66 memory requirements, 27 JES2, 66 software application, 104 JES3, 66 library console, 27 library management software, types of, 65 library specifications, 180 library survey, 69 library to ceiling clearances, 98...
Page 271 Index media, 51, 163 domain labels, 168 One Gigabit Fiber Optic ID labels, 168 Cable Order Worksheet, 131 Service Center, 171 open systems software package, 46 survey, 70 operating systems and configurations, 62 media optimization, 137 operator panel media See also tape cartridge feature codes, 121 Media Usage Disclaimer, 159 types of, 26...
Page 272 Index partitioning connectors, 15 capacities, 204 distribution units, 10 definition, 35, 203 factors for pre-installation planning, 81 guidelines, 204 options, 12 requirements, 206 planning, 90 partner contact sheet, 59 plugs, 15 pass-thru port power rails, extractor tool, 107 feature codes, 122 pre-installation planning model number, 122 AC power, 90...
Page 273 Index robotic rail assemblies, descriptions, 19 slot upgrades, 149 Robotics Interface Module slots length of, 84 addressing, 5 robotics interface module (RIM) capacities, 7 capacity, 9, 207 cells, xix Robotics Interface Module, components in, 3 partitioning, 207 routing for interface cables, 95 planning, 207, 209 RS232 Serial Port, 100 SMC, 42...
Page 274 Index system assurance specifications, 154 customer contact sheet, 58 supported models, 50 planning meeting, 57 T9840, 154 process overview, xix, 57, 208 tape drives See drives and specific drive StorageTek contact sheet, 59 manufacturer system configuration worksheet, 63 targets, 4 system power distribution units, 10 targets, firmware loading, 17 tasks for partitioning, 208...
Page 275 Index VERITAS NetBackup, 151 vertical pass-thru operations, 21 vibration testing, 55 virtual audit, 18 VLAN, 202 VM version, 35, 206 VolSafe, 162, 165 VOLSER, 166 VOLSER, description of a volume serial number, 171 VOLSERs, 205 Volts, finding values for, 173 volume serial number, 166 volume serial numbers, 171 Voluntary Control Council...
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