TL891 MiniLibrary System User's Guide First Edition (March 1999) Part Number ER-TL891-UA. A01 Compaq Computer Corporation Compaq Confidential – Need to Know Required Writer: Everett Godaire Project: TL891 MiniLibrary System User's Guide Comments: Part Number: ER-TL891-UA.
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Contents About This Guide Text Conventions ................................................................................................. vii Symbols in Text .................................................................................................. viii Symbols on Equipment ........................................................................................ viii Rack Stability........................................................................................................
iv TL891 MiniLibrary System User's Guide Chapter 3 Installation Introduction.................................................................................................. 3-1 Planning Your Installation ............................................................................ 3-3 Mechanical Installation................................................................................. 3-4 Chapter 4 Configuration How to Customize Configuration............................................................
Contents v Appendix D Product Notes for Sun General Information..................................................................................... D-1 Modifications Required for Solaris 2.4 (or later)........................................... D-3 Appendix E Product Notes for IBM RS/6000 Modifications Required to Operate the TZ89 DLT Cartridge SBB Tape Drive or Tabletop Drive with AIX 4.1.4 (or later)..........................................E-1 Appendix F Adding a Second Tape Drive Parts Location ....
vi TL891 MiniLibrary System User's Guide Compaq Confidential – Need to Know Required Writer: Everett Godaire Project: TL891 MiniLibrary System User's Guide Comments: Part Number: ER-TL891-UA.
About This Guide This guide is designed to be used as step-by-step instructions for installation and as a reference for operation, troubleshooting, and future upgrades. Text Conventions This document uses the following conventions to distinguish elements of text: Keys Keys appear in boldface. A plus sign (+) between two keys indicates that they should be pressed simultaneously. USER INPUT User input appears in a different typeface and in uppercase. FILENAMES File names appear in uppercase italics.
viii TL891 MiniLibrary System User's Guide Symbols in Text These symbols may be found in the text of this guide. They have the following meanings. WARNING: Text set off in this manner indicates that failure to follow directions in the warning could result in bodily harm or loss of life. CAUTION: Text set off in this manner indicates that failure to follow directions could result in damage to equipment or loss of information.
Contents ix Any surface or area of the equipment marked with these symbols indicates the presence of a hot surface or hot component. If this surface is contacted, the potential for injury exists. WARNING: To reduce the risk of injury from a hot component, allow the surface to cool before touching. Power Supplies or Systems marked with these symbols indicate the equipment is supplied by multiple sources of power.
x TL891 MiniLibrary System User's Guide In North America, call the Compaq Technical Phone Support Center at 1 1-800-OK-COMPAQ . This service is available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. Outside North America, call the nearest Compaq Technical Support Phone Center. Telephone numbers for world wide Technical Support Centers are listed on the Compaq website. Access the Compaq website by logging on to the Internet at http://www.compaq.com.
Chapter 1 Introduction This chapter describes the features of the expansion and base modules of the MiniLibrary System, including Storage Architecture, SCSI Interface, Bus Performance, and Physical Configuration/Expansion Options. The MiniLibrary System is an expandable, modular tape library system combining DLT technology drive with advanced robotics. The MiniLibrary System is designed for high duty-cycle on-line and near-on-line applications, such as hierarchical storage management (HSM).
1-2 TL891 MiniLibrary System User's Guide MiniLibrary Storage Architecture When connected as a system, the robotics in the MiniLibrary Expansion Unit act as commanded by the host computer(s). The host(s) need no knowledge of the internal geometry of the system, or of the actions or capabilities of the Base Modules.
Introduction 1-3 The Expansion Unit Description The Expansion Unit integrates the robotics in the individual modules into a single coordinated library robotics system. The Expansion Unit performs and maintains an inventory of all media present in the system, including bar code data. All necessary system control operations may be performed from the control panel of the Expansion Unit, as well as from the host via software.
1-4 TL891 MiniLibrary System User's Guide SCSI Interface Configurations Systems are equipped with TZ89 drives use a Fast/Wide SCSI interface using high-density 68-pin D-series connectors. The section on SCSI Interfaces in Chapter 3, Installation, describes the available interface options. SCSI Bus Performance Considerations Data Transfer Rate The data transfer rate of the MiniLibrary is dependent on the type and number of drives and on the SCSI bus configuration. The bandwidth of the SCSI bus is limited.
Introduction 1-5 Physical Configuration The Expansion Unit must be mounted at the top of the stack, which places its control panel at a convenient height. The control panels of the Base Modules are of secondary importance, as they serve mainly to help localize system failures. When installed, the motor drive assembly of the pass-through mechanism is directly behind the Expansion Unit. Base modules may be installed anywhere below the Expansion Unit, in any order.
1-6 TL891 MiniLibrary System User's Guide Features Figures 1-1 through 1-5 identify some of the external features of the Expansion Unit and the MiniLibrary. 1 2 3 4 5 Figure 1-1. Expansion Unit Front View 16-Cartridge Magazine 1 2 3 Magazine Security Lock Control Panel 4 5 6 6 SHR-1194 Unlock/Open Button Locked Indicator Power Switch Compaq Confidential – Need to Know Required Writer: Everett Godaire Project: TL891 MiniLibrary System User's Guide Comments: Part Number: ER-TL891-UA.
Introduction 1-7 1 2 3 Use Cleane r 4 Drive Fault Loader Fault 5 6 Figure 1-2. Base Module Front View 10-Cartridge Magazine 1 2 3 Magazine Security Lock Control Panel 4 5 6 SHR-1195 Unlock/Open Button Locked Indicator Power Switch Control Panel The control panels for all modules are the same, except for the number of LED indicators. The control panel features a 4-line by 20-character backlit LCD display, three or four LED indicators, and four buttons.
1-8 TL891 MiniLibrary System User's Guide Magazine Security Lock The Magazine Security Lock is a key-operated switch on the front panel of each module. It can be used to prevent inadvertent removal of the cartridge magazine. Power Supply The AC Power switch is located on the front panel of the module. The autoranging power supply will adjust automatically to either of two operating voltage ranges. The ranges are 100-120 VAC and 200-240 VAC.
Introduction 1-9 1 4 3 2 SHR-1226 Figure 1-3. Base Module 10-Cartridge Magazine Slot 0 Barcode Label Slide Slot (not used) 1 2 Front Label Slide Slot 3 4 Slot 9 Compaq Confidential – Need to Know Required Writer: Everett Godaire Project: TL891 MiniLibrary System User's Guide Comments: Part Number: ER-TL891-UA.
1-10 TL891 MiniLibrary System User's Guide 1 5 4 3 2 SHR-1227 Figure 1-4. Expansion Unit Rear View Pass-Through Mechanism Motor Drive 1 2 3 Power Connector 4 Library Robotics SCSI Interface 5 Diagnostics Connector Base Module Robotics Interface Connectors Compaq Confidential – Need to Know Required Writer: Everett Godaire Project: TL891 MiniLibrary System User's Guide Comments: Part Number: ER-TL891-UA.
Introduction 1-11 1 4 3 2 SHR-1228 Figure 1-5. Base Module Rear View SCSI Interface 1 2 Expansion Unit Interface 3 4 Power Connector Fan Integral Fan Cooling A single forced-air fan is mounted inside each module to provide optimum cooling for critical parts, and to prevent the drive and robotics electronics, motors and power supply from overheating.
1-12 TL891 MiniLibrary System User's Guide Advanced Design Features The MiniLibrary System incorporates many significant improvements in tape drive and library design. One of the most important is the use of highly reliable DLT technology, with media rated by the media manufacturer at better than 1,000,000 head passes. Embedded Diagnostics The MiniLibrary System and each of its modules provide three levels of embedded diagnostics.
Introduction 1-13 Table 1-1 MiniLibrary System Tape Capacity MODEL CARTRIDGE MAGAZINE CAPACITY FULL MAGAZINE UNCOMPRESSED FULL MAGAZINE COMPRESSED @ 2:1 TL891 DLTtape IV 10 350 GB 700 GB TL890 DLTtape IV 16 560 GB 1120 GB Media Life The media used in the MiniLibrary is rated by the media manufacturer at over 1,000,000 head passes, and a shelf life of at least 30 years.
Chapter 2 Operation This chapter describes manual operation of the MiniLibrary System through the Expansion Unit (Master) control panel, (the normal manner of manual operation), and the online and offline operations which may be performed through the MiniLibrary (base) control panel. Expansion Unit Front Panel The front panel of the Expansion Unit (reference Figure 2-1) includes a power switch for the unit, and the control panel that has buttons, a display, and LED indicators.
2-2 TL891 MiniLibrary System User's Guide 1 2 3 4 5 Figure 2-1. Expansion Unit Front Panel 16-Cartridge Magazine 1 2 3 Magazine Security Lock Control Panel 4 5 6 6 SHR-1194 Unlock/Open Button Locked Indicator Power Switch Compaq Confidential – Need to Know Required Writer: Everett Godaire Project: TL891 MiniLibrary System User's Guide Comments: Part Number: ER-TL891-UA.
Operation 2-3 Power Switch The power switch controls the supply of AC power to the module. It is set into a recess in the front panel to prevent accidental operation. Press 1 to turn the module ON and 0 to turn the module OFF. NOTE: The Expansion Unit must be turned on after or simultaneously with the Base Module(s). If this is not done, the Expansion Unit may not be notified of the presence of one or more of the Base Modules.
2-4 TL891 MiniLibrary System User's Guide Read y Alert Fault Esca pe Ente r SHR-1229 Figure 2-2. Expansion Unit Control Panel Compaq Confidential – Need to Know Required Writer: Everett Godaire Project: TL891 MiniLibrary System User's Guide Comments: Part Number: ER-TL891-UA.
Operation 2-5 Base Module Indicators There are four LED indicators on the Base Module control panel, labeled Ready (green), Use Cleaner (yellow), Drive Fault (red), and Loader Fault (red), that serve as follows: ■ Ready (green) - illuminates when the Base Module is ready to accept commands, either from the control panel or from the host computer via the Expansion Unit. The Ready indicator goes out when you enter the Menu Mode.
2-6 TL891 MiniLibrary System User's Guide the Enter button. Table 2-1 describes the effect of each of the four buttons under various conditions. The three most important things you need to know about the buttons are: 1. To enter the Menu Mode and display the Main Menu from the Default Screen, press the Enter button. 2. To return to the Main Menu from a submenu, press the Escape button repeatedly until the Main Menu appears.
Operation 2-7 Table 2-1 Control Panel Button Functions Escape Enter At POST Screen N/A N/A N/A N/A At Default Screen Displays Status Menu Enters menu mode N/A N/A At Status Submenu Returns to Default Screen Same as in Menu Mode Same as in Menu Mode Same as in Menu Mode In Menu Mode Rejects currently displayed choice, or Accepts currently displayed choice 1 line Moves upward through list of options, or 1 line Moves downward through list of options, or SCROLLS PART OF DISPLAY 1 LINE TOW
2-8 TL891 MiniLibrary System User's Guide Front Panel and Media Locks To avoid accidental interruption of system operation by entering the Menu Mode or removing cartridges while the host is accessing the system, the front panel and the media for each module may be electronically locked. When the front panel of the Expansion Unit is locked, you can only enter the Menu Mode after entering a 4-digit code.
Operation 2-9 Power-On Self Test Screen When power is first applied to the module, a series of power-on self test (POST) diagnostics are performed. During POST execution, the model number of the module, the firmware revision, the status or result of the test in progress and the current date and time are displayed on the control panel as shown in Figure 2-4: COMPAQ TL89x Firmware Level 0X.xx Checking Hardware 26-Feb-19xx 15:35:59 Figure 2-4.
2-10 TL891 MiniLibrary System User's Guide Fault Screen When a fault is detected within the Expansion Unit or the pass-through mechanism, a screen similar to Figure 2-7 appears. When a fault is detected in one of the base modules, the Alert LED on the Expansion Unit control panel is illuminated. The Fault Screen appears on the malfunctioning Base Module. At the same time, either the Drive Fault or the Loader Fault LED is illuminated on that module.
Operation 2-11 The possible status conditions of the drives are: ■ No Tape ■ Idle ■ Rewinding ■ Seeking ■ Reading ■ Writing ■ Erasing ■ Cleaning ■ Unloaded ■ Loading ■ Unloading ■ Hard Error ■ In Flux ■ Fault The third line in a Base Module tells the status of the library robotics (Loader) within the Base Module.
2-12 TL891 MiniLibrary System User's Guide The fourth line in a Base Module is the magazine map. Numbers 16-25 in Figure 2-8 represent the map numbers of the cartridge slots. In this case, we have a 10-slot magazine in the first position below the 16-slot Expansion Unit. These numbers vary with the position of the module within the system and magazine size. If no magazine is installed, line 4 says ‘No Magazine'.
Operation 2-13 Power-Up Displays Default Displays Fault Displays Panel Lock* Main Menu Load/Unload From/To Show Status Menu Maintenance Menu Library DLT0 DLT1 Map Info. Configuration Menu Show History Menu Set Data Format Menu Clean Drive Diagnostics Menu Cartridge Cycle Friction Test Tach Feedback Scanner Feedback DLT 0 DLT 1 Error History Set SCSI Menu Initial Config.
2-14 TL891 MiniLibrary System User's Guide Entering the Menu Mode IMPORTANT: When the Expansion Unit enters the Menu Mode, the Ready light goes out. This means that the module is offline, and responds to all commands from the host with a SCSI ‘Not Ready’ until you exit the Menu Mode and the Ready light goes on. To prevent inadvertent interruption of host operations, you may lock out the Menu Mode using the Security Menu. See the section entitled Security Menu, later in this chapter.
Operation 2-15 Exiting the Menu Mode To leave the menu mode and return to the Default Screen, press the Escape button repeatedly. Each time you press the Escape button, the display moves to a higher menu level. When the Main Menu is visible, pressing the Escape button once returns to the Default Screen. At this point, the Ready LED lights. Navigating Through the Menu Structure To select a submenu, move the on the display to the desired line using the and buttons.
2-16 TL891 MiniLibrary System User's Guide The following paragraphs describe the submenus that correspond to each of the Main Menu selections. Load/Unload Menu The Load/Unload Menu is described later in this chapter, under the section entitled Loading and Unloading Tapes. Show Status Menu When you select Show Status, the menu shown in Figure 2-13 appears: Library DLT0 DLT1 DLT2 Figure 2-13. Show Status Menu The items available on the Show Status Menu are: ■ Library ■ DLT0 ■ DLT1 ■ ...
Operation 2-17 Library Status Submenu When you select Library, the menu shown in Figure 2-14 appears: Model Number: COMPAQ TL89x Firmware Revision 0X.xx Figure 2-14. Library Status Submenu This screen is scrollable.
2-18 TL891 MiniLibrary System User's Guide Drive Status Menu When you select either of the drives, the menu shown in Figure 2-15 appears: Tape Motion: Idle Tape Format: No Tape Figure 2-15. Drive Status Menu This screen is scrollable. The list of Drive Status categories available is as follows: Map Information Screen When you select Map Info, the screen shown in Figure 2-16 appears. The location being reported appears on Line 1.
Operation 2-19 Show History Menu The Show History Menu enables the operator to review the history of the system. An example of the use of the Show History Menu appears later in this chapter under the heading ‘Displaying Error Logs'. You can retrieve the configuration history, the original configuration, as well as statistics on the number of operations the library robotics and the drives have performed.
2-20 TL891 MiniLibrary System User's Guide for each of the four digits. Be sure to remember the 4-digit number, as you will need it in order to enter the Menu Mode. An unlock code of 0000 disables panel locking. When you have finished entering four digits, press the Escape button, the screen shown in Figure 2-19 appears: Unlock Code *"XXXX" ENTER to Accept ESCAPE to Exit Figure 2-19. Code Accept Submenu Your code is shown in place of XXXX.
Operation 2-21 Press the Enter button to validate your choice. If the code is correct, the Main Menu is displayed. If the code is incorrect, an error screen appears. If you have forgotten your unlock code, contact your technical support representative for assistance. Displaying Firmware Revision You may display the library robotics firmware revision at any time by pressing the Escape button at the Default Screen to display the Show Status Menu.
2-22 TL891 MiniLibrary System User's Guide A default screen is shown in Figure 2-24 From the Default Screen, enter the Menu Mode by pressing the Enter button. The Main Menu shown in Figure 225 appears: Load/Unload Show Status Menu Maintenance Menu Configure Menu Figure 2-25. Main Menu The is next to the line that reads ‘Load/Unload'. Press the Enter button to display the first Load/Unload submenu, which is shown in Figure 2-26: From: DLT1 To: *Slot3 Figure 2-26.
Operation 2-23 Scroll List - ‘To’ Line There is another limitation on the ‘To’ list. If you have selected a drive on the ‘From’ screen, the ‘To’ list can include only slots. If you have selected a slot on the ‘From’ screen, the ‘To’ list can contain only drives. Let us assume that you want to load the cartridge that is in Slot 4 into any available drive. Use the button to scroll line two to Slot 4. The screen shown n Figure 2-27 appears: From: Slot4 To: *DLT0 Figure 2-27.
2-24 TL891 MiniLibrary System User's Guide When you press the Enter button, the screen shown in Figure 2-30 appears. If the source is a drive, the word ‘Unload’ appears in place of the word ‘Load’ on line 4. From: Slot4 To:DLT0 Load In Progress Figure 2-30. Load/Unload ‘In Progress’ Screen When the load or unload operation is finished, the Default Screen reappears.
Operation 2-25 1 2 SHR-1230 Figure 2-31. Magazine In Place Magazine Security Lock 1 2 Unlock/Open Button Compaq Confidential – Need to Know Required Writer: Everett Godaire Project: TL891 MiniLibrary System User's Guide Comments: Part Number: ER-TL891-UA.
2-26 TL891 MiniLibrary System User's Guide Removing a Magazine Load/Unload Show Status Menu Maintenance Menu Configuration Menu Figure 2-32. Main Menu Maintenance Menu Configuration Menu Show History Menu Security Menu Figure 2-33. Main Menu, Scrolled Unlock All Panels Unlock All Media Lock All Panels Lock All Media Figure 2-34. Security Menu Unlock All Media In Progress Figure 2-35.
Operation 2-27 Inserting Cartridges Into the Magazine A full magazine is shown in Figure 2-36. Insert cartridges so that the label end with the write protect switch is outward, with the write protect switch toward the bottom of the magazine. The lowest numbered cartridge slot in the magazine is closest to the handle. 3 1 2 SHR-1231 Figure 2-36.
2-28 TL891 MiniLibrary System User's Guide Inserting a Magazine Load/Unload Show Status Menu Maintenance Menu Configuration Menu Figure 2-37. Main Menu Maintenance Menu Configuration Menu Show History Menu Security Menu Figure 2-38. Main Menu, Scrolled Unlock All Panels Unlock All Media Lock All Panels Lock All Media Figure 2-39. Security Menu Unlock All Media In Progress Figure 2-40. Unlock All Media Screen Lock All Media In Progress Figure 2-41.
Operation 2-29 Base Module The front panel of the Base Module is nearly identical to the Expansion Unit. It includes a power switch for the module, the magazine door, the Magazine Security Lock, the Unlock/Open button with its Locked indicator. The control panel, shown in Figure 2-3, has one more LED indicator than the Expansion Unit. Figure 2-42 shows the Base Module front panel.
2-30 TL891 MiniLibrary System User's Guide 1 2 3 Use Cleane r 4 Drive Fault Loader Fault 5 6 Figure 2-42. Base Module Front Panel 10-Cartridge Magazine 1 2 3 Magazine Security Lock Control Panel 4 5 6 SHR-1195 Unlock/Open Button Locked Indicator Power Switch Tape Requirements The MiniLibrary System uses ECMA-approved and ANSI proposed-standards DLTtape cartridges. The DLTtape cartridge is a four-inch square plastic cartridge.
Operation 2-31 Cartridge Handling and Storage A DLTtape cartridge should be stored vertically until you select it for use. Do not expose a cartridge to moisture or direct sunlight. Maintain a clean, dustfree working and storage environment. If a DLTtape cartridge is dropped: ■ Inspect the cartridge carefully before you insert it into a MiniLibrary magazine or any drive. ■ Shake the cartridge while listening for the sound of a broken part. Any rattling sound makes a cartridge unfit for use.
2-32 TL891 MiniLibrary System User's Guide 1 2 3 SHR-1232 Figure 2-43. DLT Tape Cartridge Leader 1 2 3 Write Protect OFF Write Protect ON Compaq Confidential – Need to Know Required Writer: Everett Godaire Project: TL891 MiniLibrary System User's Guide Comments: Part Number: ER-TL891-UA.
Operation 2-33 Write Protection The write protection switch of a DLT tape cartridge is also shown in Figure 243. To enable data recording, slide the write protect switch to the right so that no orange color is visible through the window in the write protect switch (2). To write protect the DLT tape cartridge, slide the write protect switch to the left until the orange indicator shows through the window on the write protect switch (3).
Chapter 3 Installation This chapter describes the complete MiniLibrary System installation process from planning and parts identification to mechanical installation, cabling, and configuration. Introduction There are three major steps to the installation of a MiniLibrary System: mechanical installation, cabling, and configuration.
3-2 TL891 MiniLibrary System User's Guide ■ Connecting the Expansion Unit to a host SCSI interface ■ Terminating the buses properly Configuration consists of: ■ Using the Configure Menu to customize the configuration options to your particular application The remainder of this chapter describes each of these steps. Compaq Confidential – Need to Know Required Writer: Everett Godaire Project: TL891 MiniLibrary System User's Guide Comments: Part Number: ER-TL891-UA.
Installation 3-3 Planning Your Installation The MiniLibrary System is intended to be mounted in a Compaq Cabinet, StorageWorks SW500, SW600, SW800 or a standard 19-inch EIA/RETMA equipment rack with a depth of 24 to 30 inches. Each module is shipped with EIA/RETMA slides installed.
3-4 TL891 MiniLibrary System User's Guide Mechanical Installation Assembly of the Pass-Through mechanism requires experience working with moderately complex mechanisms, and the ability to follow directions carefully. Identifying the Parts of the Pass-Through Mechanism Locate and identify the Pass-Through mechanism internal and external parts. The Pass-Through mechanism is made up of the following external parts, shown in Figure 3-1: 1 5 2 8 5 7 6 4 6 8 4 8 3 6 5 8 4 SHR-1233 Figure 3-1.
Installation 3-5 NOTE: The slide extensions, (6) in Figure 3-1, are not enclosed with the Pass-Through mechanism parts. They are supplied as part of the installation hardware for the slides that come with each of the modules. Follow the instructions in the section entitled Mechanical Installation of the Expansion and Base Modules.
3-6 TL891 MiniLibrary System User's Guide SHR-1234 Figure 3-2. Pass-Through Mechanism Car (Front View) Compaq Confidential – Need to Know Required Writer: Everett Godaire Project: TL891 MiniLibrary System User's Guide Comments: Part Number: ER-TL891-UA.
Installation 3-7 Figure 3-3 displays the Car Rear View Showing Belt Block. 1 2 SHR-1235 Figure 3-3. Car Rear View Showing Belt Block Belt Block 1 2 Captive Screws The belt block comes fastened to the back of the car with two captive screws. Carefully note the orientation of the block with respect to the car, as shown in Figure 3-3. Compaq Confidential – Need to Know Required Writer: Everett Godaire Project: TL891 MiniLibrary System User's Guide Comments: Part Number: ER-TL891-UA.
3-8 TL891 MiniLibrary System User's Guide Orientation of Parts During Assembly To determine the orientation of an extension section, examine the flanges on the edges of the section, and note that they are dissimilar. Position the section so that its orientation matches that of the elevator base. Figure 3-4 shows a typical pass-through mechanism assembly. The motor drive section always goes on top, and the base section with the idler pulley always goes on the bottom.
Installation 3-9 3. Center one of the support braces across the rear of the base section over the holes on the rear surface of that section. 4. Insert two M4 x 20 Phillips sems screws through the holes in the support brace into the holes in the base section, and tighten. 2 1 1 3 4 5 1 SHR-1236 Figure 3-4.
3-10 TL891 MiniLibrary System User's Guide Place pairs of tie bars so that they straddle all of the joints where sections come together. Be sure that the beveled edge is toward the inside corner of the sections. 5. Install two M3 x 20 mm Phillips sems screws through each tie bar into the threaded holes in the flanges of the extrusion sections. Tighten finger tight only. Insert two M3 x 20 mm sems screws through each tie bar into the side of the extrusion sections and finger tighten. 6.
Installation 3-11 Table 3-1 Belt Length for Various System Sizes Number of Modules Length of Belt 2 27 inches 3 41 inches 4 55 inches 5 69 inches 6 83 inches SHR-1237 Figure 3-5. Threading the Belt through the Drive Section Compaq Confidential – Need to Know Required Writer: Everett Godaire Project: TL891 MiniLibrary System User's Guide Comments: Part Number: ER-TL891-UA.
3-12 TL891 MiniLibrary System User's Guide 4. Refer to Table 3-1 for the required belt length for your system. After double-checking the length specified, cut the belt between teeth. 5. With the toothed side of the belt toward you, position the right end of the belt about halfway along the pass-through mechanism. 6. Referring to Figure 3-5, thread the left end of the belt counter-clockwise around the motor drive pulley. 7.
Installation 3-13 SHR-1239 Figure 3-7. Checking Belt Length 2 1 3 SHR-1240 Figure 3-8. Belt Block With Belt In Place Belt 1 2 3 Gap Visible Block Compaq Confidential – Need to Know Required Writer: Everett Godaire Project: TL891 MiniLibrary System User's Guide Comments: Part Number: ER-TL891-UA.
3-14 TL891 MiniLibrary System User's Guide 2 1 SHR-1198 Figure 3-9. Aligning the Captive Screws With the Block Press Down 1 2 Captive Screws 9. Loosen the four screws that hold the belt retaining plates to the block. Slide the ends of the belt under the plate until they engage the teeth on the block. Both ends of the belt should be visible through the gap between the plates as shown in Figure 3-8. Set the belt so there is only a small space between the ends of the belt (approximately 1/32”). 10.
Installation 3-15 NOTE: Figure 3-9 omits the door on the car for clarity. Do not remove the door. 15. To steady the belt block, grasp the belt several inches from the block and push toward the back of the track until the block is pressed firmly against the back of the track. While holding the belt with one hand, compress the springs and swing the car downward until the remaining wheels are aligned with their groove in the track. 16.
3-16 TL891 MiniLibrary System User's Guide 4. Referring to Figure 3-6, locate the tensioner ramp in the base section. Compress the spring until the hole in the tensioner ramp is aligned with a hole in the base section. Insert an 0.050” Allen wrench or a paper clip through the holes. This sets the idler pulley for zero belt tension. 5. Referring to Figure 3-8, loosen the four screws on the belt block far enough to pull the ends of the belt free of the block.
Installation 3-17 Rack Slide Separation: 1. Refer to Figure 3-10. Pull the outer slide toward the rear, along with the intermediate slide until the inner slide lock engages the intermediate slide. 2. Continue to pull the outer slide towards the rear until the outer slide lock engages the intermediate slide. Press down on the inner slide lock to permit the intermediate slide to continue to move toward the rear.
3-18 TL891 MiniLibrary System User's Guide 3. Identify and orient the parts of the slides and hardware needed for your specific rack type. Figure 3-11 shows the parts required for Standard EIA/RETMA rackmounting and Figure 3-12 shows the parts for rackmounting into a StorageWorks metric rack. NOTES: All of the screws, washers, nutplates and/or metric conversion brackets required for rackmounting in either cabinet type are supplied with the Expansion Unit and Base Module.
Installation 3-19 Rackmounting in a Standard 19” EIA/RETMA Cabinet: These procedures assume that you have already separated the slide racks and attached the mounting brackets to the slides as described in the beginning of this chapter. Next: 1. Fasten each outer slide behind the front rail of the rack using two 10-32 low-profile screws with washers and one nut plate. Two 10-32 clip nuts are provided to engage the captive screws on the front panel. 2.
3-20 TL891 MiniLibrary System User's Guide 8 1 6 7 4 9 2 5 6 10 7 3 4 5 SHR-1242 Figure 3-11. Rack Slide Parts for Standard 19” EIA/RETMA Rackmounting 1 Outer slide 6 Front 2 Intermediate slide 7 10-32 Screws 3 Inner slide (attached to module) 8 10-32 Low Profile Screws 4 Lock Tab 9 Mounting Bracket 5 Rear 10 Nut Plate WARNING: Step 5 should be performed by two people.
Installation 3-21 7. Slide the module in and out several times, ensuring that the inner and outer slide locks engage, and that the module does not bind against the slides. 8. If binding occurs, loosen the four screws that secure the slides to the front rails and the four screws that secure the slides to the rear rails. 9. If necessary, repeat steps 8 and 9 until the module does not bind against the slides. 10.
3-22 TL891 MiniLibrary System User's Guide Rackmounting in a StorageWorks (SW500, SW600, or SW800) Metric Cabinet These procedures assume that you have already separated the slide racks and have attached the mounting brackets to the slides as described in the beginning of this chapter. You are now ready to install the metric conversion brackets supplied with the Base Module. These adapter brackets are designed to mount 4U high (IU=1.75”) RETMA modules into a metric rack.
Installation 3-23 WARNING: The cooling fan at the rear of the drive must not be obstructed when the drive is installed in the rack. It is advisable to allow two inches of clearance behind the rear panel of the module. Make certain that when the Module is fully extended that a force of 20% of the rack weight, but not more than 57 lb. applied in any direction but upwards does not cause the rack to overbalance. Metric Conversion Bracket Description and Identification: 1.
3-24 TL891 MiniLibrary System User's Guide Metric Rackmount Procedure: 1. Refer to Figure 3-13, Metric Rackmount Installation Layout. Mount the appropriate metric conversion bracket to both ends of the slide using the 10-32 nuts provided in the slide kit. Do this for both the left and right slide assembly. For modules 1 and 2, use P/N 968313-101.
Installation 3-25 b. Using mounting screws (P/N 213164-108), mount the slide bracket assembly using the two mounting holes marked 2, 3, 4, 5 or 6 to mount the second, third, fourth, fifth, or sixth module respectively. Start by mounting the slide/bracket assembly to the rear of the StorageWorks cabinet. Hold the bracket/slide assembly in place with one hand, fasten the mounting screw to the bracket holes marked with a number that corresponds to the module number. c.
3-26 TL891 MiniLibrary System User's Guide 2 1 1 2 1 2 3 4 2 1 10 1 9 5 6 2 2 1 7 2 1 8 SHR-1244 Figure 3-13.
Installation 3-27 IMPORTANT: See Appendix G, Information on Pass-Through Section Covers. Installing the Pass-Through Mechanism in the Rack 1. If you have not previously done so, install the angle brackets on the rack slide extensions of the top and bottom modules, using one 10-32 screw and an L-shaped nut plate for each angle bracket. The L-shaped nut plates should hang from the top of the slide extensions on the outside.
3-28 TL891 MiniLibrary System User's Guide 4. Ensure that the bottom edge of the pass-through mechanism motor drive section is flush with the bottom surface of the module chassis. If necessary, adjust the vertical position of the angle brackets. 5. Repeat steps 3 and 4 at the bottom module. Tighten all of the screws that hold the pass-through mechanism to the angle brackets while ensuring that: 6.
Installation 3-29 1 5 4 3 2 SHR-1197 Figure 3-15. Expansion Unit SCSI Connectors and Cables (Fast/Wide SCSI Shown) Pass-Through Mechanism SCSI Cable Motor Cable 1 2 3 4 Power Cable 5 Diagnostic Connector Robotics Cables To Base Modules Pass-Through Mechanism Motor Cable The pass-through mechanism motor cable is 36 inches long and has a male DB-15 connector on each end. Connect the cable from the connector on the motor housing to the elevator connector on the Expansion Unit.
3-30 TL891 MiniLibrary System User's Guide Power Cord The detachable AC power cord is a standard grounding AC cord which attaches to an IEC-compatible connector on the rear panel. Connect a cord to the connector on each module, and connect the other end to a reliably grounded AC outlet or rack power outlet. To maintain safety compliance, use a power cord with a suitable rating that is approved for the country in which the product is used.
Installation 3-31 NOTE: For best performance, no more than two TZ89 drives should be connected to a single SCSI bus, because of the bandwidth limitations of the SCSI bus. A terminator of the proper type (68-pin differential) must be installed on each unused connector at the end of each bus, as explained below in the section entitled Interface Cable and Terminator Installation. Figure 3-15 shows the SCSI cable, connectors and bus terminator used on the module.
3-32 TL891 MiniLibrary System User's Guide Additional specifications to assure the highest SCSI performance can be found in ANSI X3.131-1994 or later. NOTE: This equipment has been tested for electromagnetic emissions and immunity using good quality shielded cables. The use of unshielded cables, poor quality cables or other variances from good practice may result in non-compliance with national and international rules.
Installation 3-33 1 10 2 3 9 8 7 4 5 6 SHR-1246 Figure 3-16.
3-34 TL891 MiniLibrary System User's Guide 1 11 2 3 10 9 4 7 8 5 6 SHR-1247 Figure 3-17.
Installation 3-35 Configuration Individual MiniLibrary Base Modules in all newly assembled systems must be configured as described in the next section. In addition, the MiniLibrary System is designed with several configuration options, each offering multiple settings to support a variety of applications and platforms. The setting of each option is stored in non-volatile memory in the module. For most applications, you will not need to change the factory default settings.
3-36 TL891 MiniLibrary System User's Guide 2. Press the Enter button to display the Main Menu, shown in Figure 3-19: Load/Unload Show Status Menu Maintenance Menu Configure Menu Figure 3-19. MiniLibrary Base Module Main Menu 3. Press the button. three times to select the Configure Menu, then press the Enter button. The screen shown in Figure 3-20 appears: Set Data Format Set SCSI Set Element Base Set Identification Figure 3-20. Configure Submenu 4.
Installation 3-37 6. Press the button repeatedly to scroll down to select Alternate Config, as shown in Figure 3-23: Unit Attn. Report: *All: Alternate Config: *Standalone Figure 3-23. Special Config Submenu, Scrolled 7. Press the Enter and then button to change the line to ‘Slave’. Press Enter again and after selection stops flashing. The screen shown in Figure 3-24 appears: Change Not Effective Until Reboot ENTER to Continue Figure 3-24. Acknowledgment Screen 8. Press the Enter button.
3-38 TL891 MiniLibrary System User's Guide READY Modules:0_ _ _ _ _ 0 ________ 10 _____ 9 15 Figure 3-25. Default Screen 2. At the Default Screen, press the Enter button. The display will show the Main Menu as shown in Figure 3-26: Load/Unload Show Status Menu Maintenance Menu Configure Menu Figure 3-26. Main Menu 3. Press the button three times to move the to Configure Menu, then press the Enter button. The display will show the Configure Submenu, as shown in Figure 3-27.
Installation 3-39 4. To select a configuration option, press the or button on the control panel until the on the display is next to the option you want to change. In this case, let us choose Set SCSI. Press the Enter button to display the choices for that option. The submenu in Figure 3-28 appears: Library Parity: *Enabled Library Bus ID: *0 Figure 3-28. Set SCSI Submenu on NOTE: Take a moment to look closely at the submenu in Figure 3-28.
3-40 TL891 MiniLibrary System User's Guide 7. Press the Escape button repeatedly until the submenu in Figure 3-27 reappears. 8. Repeat this procedure for each configuration option you want to change. Setting up a Mail Slot Some of the available host software enables the system administrator to limit access to the library as a whole while permitting insertion into or removal from the library of one or more tape cartridges when needed. This feature is commonly called a mail slot.
Installation 3-41 4. Scroll line 2 to display Module 1, then press the Enter button to select it. The screen changes as shown in Figure 3-31: Mail Slot Emul: *Module 1 Enabled Mail Slot Count: *10 Figure 3-31. Set Mail Slot Submenu Enabled 5. The returns to line 1. Press the button. The moves to line 3. 6. Press the Enter button The moves to line 4. Now you can use the and buttons to scroll line 4 to specify how many slots will be designated as mail slots.
3-42 TL891 MiniLibrary System User's Guide Descriptions of Configuration Options Table 3-2 summarizes the configuration settings for the MiniLibrary System. The items available on the Configuration Menu are as follows: Set Data Format: This setting enables you to 1) set the data format to Auto Selection, THZ01, THZ02, DLT2000, DLT2000XT, DLT4000; or DLT7000; and 2) Auto Selection, enable, disable data compression. Compression can not be enabled when either THZ01 or THZ02 format is in use.
Installation 3-43 Set Identification: This setting enables you to specify the response of the Module’s robotics to the SCSI Inquiry command in the Vendor ID and the Product ID fields. The defaults are: Vendor ID = DEC; Product ID TL800. Set Date: Enables you to set the system’s calendar. Set Time: Enables you to set the system’s clock. Set Baud Rate: Enables you to set the data transmission rate of the Expansion Unit’s trace port. This function is intended for use by Customer Engineers only.
3-44 TL891 MiniLibrary System User's Guide Set Reserved Slots: Some host software imposes size limits on tape library magazines for licensing purposes, and will not operate with a library that exceeds the licensed size. This configuration option enables you to withdraw some of the slots in the Expansion Unit from use as storage slots in order to meet licensing requirements. Set Special Configuration: This option contains predefined Compaq operational configurations.
Installation 3-45 Table 3-2 MiniLibrary Configuration Options Option Set Data Format Setting DLT n Density: * Auto Selection THZ01 THZ02 DLT2000 DLT2000XT DLT4000 DLT7000 DLT n Compression: * Auto Selection On Off Set SCSI Library Parity: *Enabled Disabled Library Bus ID: *0 0-15 DLT0 0 Bus ID: *4 0-15 DLT 1 Bus ID: *5 0-15 Set Library Mode (1) Library Mode: *Random Sequential DLT 0 Sequential DLT 1 Sequential Split If Sequential Mode: *Normal Recirculate continued Compaq Confidential – Need to Know
3-46 TL891 MiniLibrary System User's Guide Table 3-2 MiniLibrary Configuration Options continued Option Setting Set Element Base Set Element Base: Transport Base *0x0000 NNNN (hex) Storage Base *0x0001 NNNN (hex) Transfer Base 0x00F0 NNNN (hex) Set Identification Vendor ID: * DEC Product ID: *TL800 (c) DEC < Vendor Unique> Set Date Day: DD Current Day Month: MMM Current Month Year: YYYY Current Year Set Time Hour: HH Minute: MM Set Baud Rate Baud Rate: *38,400 Auto 2,400 9,600 19
Installation 3-47 Table 3-2 MiniLibrary Configuration Options continued Option Setting Set Unload Mode Unload Mode: *Implicit Explicit Set Auto Clean Mode Auto Clean: *Disabled Enabled Set Negotiation Mode Negotiation Mode: *Do Not Initiate Initiate Transfer Rate: *Sync. 10 MB/sec Sync. 5 MB/sec Asynch. Only Set Mail Slot (2) Mail Slot Emul.
3-48 TL891 MiniLibrary System User's Guide Table 3-3 MiniLibrary Special Configuration Options Set Special Configuration Option Settings Default Mode Page 1F Length Short (0 x 0E) Short (0 x 0E) Long (0 x 12 Model Number Compaq TL89X Compaq TL89X TUR Reporting Standard Custom Custom Init. Element Status No Inventory Force Inventory Force Label Scan Force Inventory Unit Attn Report All All One Alternate Config.
Installation 3-49 Table 3-3 MiniLibrary Special Configuration Options continued Set Special Configuration Option Settings Default Door Open Response (Expansion Unit ) Ready Not Ready Ready SCSI Mode SCSI-2 SCSI-3 SCSI-2 Post Recv’d Error Disabled Enabled Disabled Tape Alert Mode Logging Disabled No exceptions Unit Attention Rec. Error (cnd) Rec.
Chapter 4 Configuration This chapter describes how to customize configuration of the MiniLibrary Base Module and defines configuration options. The MiniLibrary Base Module is designed with several configuration options, each offering multiple settings to support a variety of applications and platforms. The setting of each option is stored in non-volatile memory in the module. For most applications, you will not need to change the factory default settings.
4-2 TL891 MiniLibary System User's Guider (second line), and the number and locations of cartridges in the magazine (fourth line). DLT0 Active DLT1 Idle Loader Idle 012_4_6789 Figure 4-1. Default Screen 1. At the Default Screen, press the Enter button. The Main Menu shown in Figure 4-2 appears: Load/Unload Show Status Menu Maintenance Menu Configure Menu Figure 4-2. Main Menu 2. Press the button three times to move the to Configure Menu, then press the Enter button.
Configuration 4-3 3. Press the Enter button to select DLT0, or, to select DLT1, press the button to move the next to DLT1, then press the Enter button. A submenu for the Set Data Format option shown in figure 4-5 appears: DLT1 Density: *Auto. Selection DLT1 Compression: *Disable Figure 4-5. Set Data Format Submenu As shown in the submenu in Figure 4-5, the on the display is next to line 1, and line 2 is indented. This tells you that Figure 4-5 is a two-tiered menu.
4-4 TL891 MiniLibary System User's Guider Set Data Format This setting enables you to 1) set the data format to Auto Selection, THZ01, THZ02, DLT2000, DLT2000XT, DLT4000; or DLT7000; and 2) Auto Selection, enable, disable data compression. Compression can not be enabled when either THZ01 or THZ02 format is in use. This setting applies to the next or currently loaded cartridge only. An unload command returns to the default. This setting does not display the current format of the loaded tape.
Configuration 4-5 Set Sequential Configuration NOTE: Sequential Split mode requires two drives. The default is Random. To operate the TL891 in Sequential Mode, the following configuration parameters must be established: ■ Library Mode- change from Random (default) to Sequential DLT0 ■ Sequential Mode must remain at Normal (default) ■ Test Unit Ready (TUR) - must remain at Custom (default) To establish these parameters for Sequential Mode operation, proceed as follows: 1.
4-6 TL891 MiniLibary System User's Guider 2. Press three times so that the is next to Configure Menu and press Enter. The Configure Submenu shown in Figure 4-7 appears: Set Data Format Set SCSI Set Library Mode Set Element Base Figure 4-7. Configure Submenu 3. Press twice so that the is next to Set Library Mode and press Enter. The Library Mode Selection Menu shown in Figure 4-8 appears: Library Mode: * Random Figure 4-8. Library Mode Selection Menu 4. Press Enter again so the is next to *Random.
Configuration 4-7 The Library Mode options are: ■ For a Single-Drive TL891 - ■ Random Sequential DLT0 For a Two-Drive TL891 - Random Sequential DLT0 Sequential DLT1 Sequential Split Press the button to display the desired Sequential option and select it by pressing Enter. The Sequential Mode options Normal and Recirculate will appear. To select Normal which is the default (and recommended) setting, press Enter. 5.
4-8 TL891 MiniLibary System User's Guider Custom and press Enter to accept this setting. To return the module to online status, press Escape three times. Set Element Base This option allows you to set the base addresses of each of the three SCSI elements of the module. In order to identify sources and destinations in commands to the robotics, the base module is divided into elements, each of which is assigned a separate designator or element address.
Configuration 4-9 The following tables, Table 4-1, MiniLibrary Configuration Options, and Table 4-2, MiniLibrary Special Configuration Options summarize the configuration settings for the Mini-Library Base Module. NOTE: The options described in Table 4-1 and Table 4-2 represent the version of the firmware in use when this manual was written.
4-10 TL891 MiniLibary System User's Guider Table 4-1 MiniLibrary Configuration Options Option Set Data Format Setting DLT n Density: * Auto Selection THZ01 THZ02 DLT2000 DLT2000XT DLT4000 DLT7000 DLT n Compression: * Auto Selection On Off Set SCSI Library Parity: *Enabled Disabled Library Bus ID: *0 0-15 DLT0 0 Bus ID: *4 0-15 DLT 1 Bus ID: *5 0-15 Set Library Mode (1) Library Mode: *Random Sequential DLT 0 Sequential DLT 1 Sequential Split If Sequential Mode: *Normal Recirculate continued Compaq Con
Configuration 4-11 Table 4-1 MiniLibrary Configuration Options continued Option Setting Set Element Base Set Element Base: Transport Base *0x0000 NNNN (hex) Storage Base *0x0001 NNNN (hex) Transfer Base 0x00F0 NNNN (hex) Set Identification Vendor ID: * DEC Product ID: *TL800 (c) DEC < Vendor Unique> Set Date Day: DD Current Day Month: MMM Current Month Year: YYYY Current Year Set Time Hour: HH Minute: MM Set Baud Rate Baud Rate: *38,400 Auto 2,400 9,600 19,200 38,400 57,600 115,2
4-12 TL891 MiniLibary System User's Guider Table 4-1 MiniLibrary Configuration Options continued Option Setting Set Unload Mode Unload Mode: *Implicit Explicit Set Auto Clean Mode Auto Clean: *Disabled Enabled Set Negotiation Mode Negotiation Mode: *Do Not Initiate Initiate Transfer Rate: *Sync. 10 MB/sec Sync. 5 MB/sec Asynch. Only Set Mail Slot (2) Mail Slot Emul.
Configuration 4-13 Table 4-2 MiniLibrary Special Configuration Options Set Special Configuration Option Settings Default Mode Page 1F Length Short (0 x 0E) Short (0 x 0E) Long (0 x 12 Model Number Compaq TL89X Compaq TL89X TUR Reporting Standard Custom Custom Init. Element Status No Inventory Force Inventory Force Label Scan Force Inventory Unit Attn Report All All One Alternate Config.
4-14 TL891 MiniLibary System User's Guider Table 4-2 MiniLibrary Special Configuration Options continued Set Special Configuration Option Settings Default Abort Move Status Not Ready Busy Not Ready Auto Close Enabled Disabled Enabled Door Open Response (Expansion Unit ) Ready Not Ready Ready SCSI Mode SCSI-2 SCSI-3 SCSI-2 Post Recv’d Error Disabled Enabled Disabled Tape Alert Mode Logging Disabled No exceptions Unit Attention Rec. Error (cnd) Rec.
Configuration 4-15 Set Time Enables you to set the module’s clock. Set Baud Rate Enables you to set the data transmission rate of the module’s trace port. This function is intended for use by Customer Engineers only. The default is 38400 bits/sec. Set Serial Number This option enables you to alter the Base Module’s serial number as stored in the unit. The Base Module’s robotics reports these settings in response to the SCSI Inquiry command, in the Unit Serial Number Page.
4-16 TL891 MiniLibary System User's Guider Set Reserve Slot Some host software imposes size limits on tape library magazines for licensing purposes, and will not operate with a library that exceeds the licensed size. This configuration option enables you to withdraw some of the slots in the Expansion Unit from use as storage slots in order to meet licensing requirements. Set Special Configuration This option contains predefined Compaq operational configurations.
Chapter 5 Regular Maintenance This chapter describes the procedures for running/replacing the cleaning cartridge in the MiniLibrary. The only regular maintenance task that should be periodically performed is to run/replace the cleaning cartridge. The Maintenance Menu offers the following options: ■ Clean Drive ■ Diagnostic Menu ■ Demo Menu ■ Flash Update ■ Novram Update ■ Clock Update ■ Flash DLT ■ Reboot Module Of these, only Clean Drive and the Demo Menu are intended for the user.
5-2 TL891 MiniLibrary System User's Guide This chapter tells you how to clean the drives. The Diagnostic Menu and the Demo Menu are described in Chapter 6, Diagnostics and Troubleshooting. Cleaning Cartridge The cleaning cartridge is similar in appearance to the data cartridge, but is yellow. The command to run the cartridge is issued from the control panel. The procedures that follow tell you how to install a cleaning a cartridge, how to clean a drive, and how to remove the cleaning cartridge.
Regular Maintenance 5-3 Running the Cleaning Cartridge This procedure assumes that the cleaning cartridge has been installed into Slot 0 of the magazine. 1. At the Default Screen, press the Enter button. The screen shown in Figure 5-1 appears: Load/Unload Show Status Menu Maintenance Menu Configure Menu Figure 5-1. Main Menu 2. Press the button twice to move the next to Maintenance, then press the Enter button to select the Maintenance Menu.
5-4 TL891 MiniLibrary System User's Guide 6. As the confirmation screen indicates, to execute the cleaning operation, press the Enter button. If the confirmation screen does not show your intended drive and cleaning cartridge, press the Escape button to return to the Cleaning Submenu. When you press the Enter button, The screen shown in Figure 5-5 appears: Clean: Use: DLT0 Slot0 Cleaning In Progress Figure 5-5.
Chapter 6 Diagnostics and Troubleshooting This chapter describes the procedures for diagnosing platform problems and drive errors that can cause the MiniLibrary to malfunction. It also provides Fault Symptom Codes and Error Recovery Procedures to help restore operability. Diagnosing Problems There are two main types of problems that can cause the DLT MiniLibrary to malfunction or fail to perform correctly: platform problems and general drive errors.
6-2 TL891 MiniLibrary System User's Guide exceptions are power supply problems and display malfunctions. The FSC can be used to determine a recovery procedure. Some error messages can be cleared by pressing the Enter button on the control panel, others by cycling the power to the library. Often the module will resume normal operation. Other errors are repeated when the operation is attempted again. Such recurrent errors may require more extensive recovery procedures, such as replacement of a part.
Diagnostics and Troubleshooting 6-3 TROUBLESHOOTING AND ERROR RECOVERY ERROR, FAULT, MALFUNCTION Determine Suspected Error Type PLATFORM No FSC displayed. Normal front panel operation GENERAL DRIVE FSC and ERP displayed on control panel Cycle the power to the library Follow the ERP on the control panel Retry Find FSC in Table 6-2 Check configuration in Ch.
6-4 TL891 MiniLibrary System User's Guide Error Recovery Procedures Table 6-1 gives error recovery instructions for errors reported on the front panel. This list includes procedures that should only be performed by a qualified service technician. Table 6-1 Error Recovery Procedures ERP Number Procedure Detail A Run the cleaning cartridge. See Chapter 5, Regular Maintenance B Change the cartridge. It may be damaged or incorrectly formatted. B3 Inspect cartridge.
Diagnostics and Troubleshooting 6-5 Fault Symptom Codes (FSC) Fault Symptom Codes appear in the Fault Screen described in Chapter 2. Each FSC is accompanied by a descriptive message and instructions for clearing the fault. When a fault persists, the operator should look up the FSC in Table 6-2 to determine the error recovery procedure to be followed. If you call Compaq Technical Support about a fault condition, be sure to furnish the FSC to aid in identifying the problem.
6-6 TL891 MiniLibrary System User's Guide Table 6-2 Fault Symptom Codes continued FSC Message Description 0401 Invalid Display Char Indicates a problem in the LCD display routines 0402 Invalid Display Line Indicates a problem in the LCD display routines. 0501 Barcode Comm Error The barcode comm port could not be opened. 0601 Clock Init The real-time clock could not be initialized. 0602 LP-RAM Init Error An error occurred in the low-power ram initialization.
Diagnostics and Troubleshooting 6-7 Table 6-2 Fault Symptom Codes continued FSC Message Description 1001 SCSI Firmware Error 1002 SCSI FIFO Empty While getting SCSI command bytes, the SCSI chip reported an empty FIFO before it was expected. 1003 SCSI FIFO Error While getting SCSI command bytes, the SCSI chip reported that the FIFO was not empty when it should be empty. 1004 SCSI Gross Error Gross error status was returned by the SCSI chip.
6-8 TL891 MiniLibrary System User's Guide Table 6-2 Fault Symptom Codes continued FSC Message Description 1025 Overlapped Ctl Cmds The control process sent a command while one was in process. 1026 Overlapped Ctl Msgs The control process sent a message while one was in process. 1027 Control Process . The SCSI control process is busy 1028 Control Initializing The SCSI control process is initializing.
Diagnostics and Troubleshooting 6-9 Table 6-2 Fault Symptom Codes continued FSC Message Description 2008 Illegal Move While attempting to perform a MOVE operation, the source or destination locations were in the wrong state (FULL or EMPTY).This also occurs if the MOVE is attempted with an invalid cartridge map. 2009 Door Open A command was received while the door was open. 200A Menu Mode A command was received while the unit was in Menu mode.
6-10 TL891 MiniLibrary System User's Guide Table 6-2 Fault Symptom Codes continued FSC Message Description 2012 Ctl Firmware Error 2013 Ctl Firmware Error 2014 Ctl Firmware Error 2015 Ctl Firmware Error 2016 Ctl Firmware Error 2030 DLT Timeout Error During powerup, communication with one of the DLT drives was unsuccessful. 2031 DLT Timeout Error While trying to update the front panel, communication with one of the DLT drives was unsuccessful.
Diagnostics and Troubleshooting 6-11 Table 6-2 Fault Symptom Codes continued FSC Message Description 205x No Free Queues The system could not allocate a free queue. 206x Calib. Error Port x When trying to locate the unit attached to port x, the pass-thru elevator reached the top of rail. 206f Pass-thru Init Error The pass-thru elevator did not travel a minimum distance to reach the top of its travel. 2070 Command Timeout Enter to reboot.
6-12 TL891 MiniLibrary System User's Guide Table 6-2 Fault Symptom Codes continued FSC Message Description 3002 Picker Tach Errors TACH errors were detected during a picker movement. 3003 Elevator Tach Errors TACH errors were detected during an elevator movement. 3004 Elevator Init Error An elevator jam was detected during initialization. 3006 Passthru Tach Errors TACH errors were detected during pass-thru elevator movement.
Diagnostics and Troubleshooting 6-13 Table 6-2 Fault Symptom Codes continued FSC Message Description 3011 Picker Retries Exceeded While attempting to fetch a cartridge, the picker was not able position properly within 16 attempts. 3012 Picker Retries Exceeded While attempting to fetch a cartridge, the picker was not able position properly within 16 attempts. 3013 Picker Retries Exceeded While attempting to fetch a cartridge, the picker was not able position properly within 16 attempts.
6-14 TL891 MiniLibrary System User's Guide Table 6-2 Fault Symptom Codes continued FSC Message Description 3102 Picker Jammed While stowing to a bin, the picker moved too far. This generally occurs if the arm slips in between two cartridges during the final push. 3103 Picker Jammed While stowing to a bin, the picker moved too far. This generally occurs if the arm slips in between two cartridges during the final push.
Diagnostics and Troubleshooting 6-15 Table 6-2 Fault Symptom Codes continued FSC Message Description 310B Picker Jammed During a stow operation, the picker was not able to insert the cartridge into the drive. 3200 Elevator Jammed The elevator was not able to position properly while attempting to recover an orphaned cartridge. 3201 Elevator Jammed The elevator was not able to position properly during an inventory.
6-16 TL891 MiniLibrary System User's Guide Table 6-2 Fault Symptom Codes continued FSC Message Description 4014 DLT 2 UART Error 5001 No DLTs Attached User has chosen the Load/Unload menu selection, but no DLT drives are currently attached to the Library. 5002 All DLTs/Slots Empty User has chosen the Load/Unload menu selection, but all drive and slot locations are currently devoid of tape cartridges.
Diagnostics and Troubleshooting 6-17 Table 6-2 Fault Symptom Codes continued FSC Message Description 5013 DLT Timeout Error A DLT, previously determined at bootup to be attached, has not responded to a communication attempt. 5014 DLT Already Loaded User has chosen the Clean Drive menu selection, but a DLT previously determined to be unloaded and now selected to be cleaned, has indicated the presence of a tape cartridge.
6-18 TL891 MiniLibrary System User's Guide Table 6-2 Fault Symptom Codes continued FSC Message Description 5031 Bad Calendar Setting A time or date setting obtained from the Real Time Clock, which was indicated as being “running”, nevertheless was determined to be invalid. 5032 Bad Setting A default setting was determined to be invalid. 5033 Set Density Failed User has chosen the DLT Density menu selection, but the chosen DLT has failed to successfully execute the density change request.
Diagnostics and Troubleshooting 6-19 Table 6-2 Fault Symptom Codes continued FSC Message Description 5090 Slave Command Failure Error occurred sending a menu mode command to a slave module. 6001 Comm Open Error An attempt to open the RS-232 serial communication port used by the intermodule processes failed. 6002 Comm Port Send Error An inter-module process (Master or Slave) was sending a packet to a remote module, but the UART detected an error condition during the transfer.
6-20 TL891 MiniLibrary System User's Guide Table 6-2 Fault Symptom Codes continued FSC Message Description 6012 Status Unexpected The Master inter-module process received a Status packet, but no Command is currently active. 6013 Invalid Com Blk Type The Master inter-module process received a packet from a Slave intermodule process, but the packet’s CommBlock type was invalid.
Diagnostics and Troubleshooting 6-21 Table 6-2 Fault Symptom Codes continued FSC Message Description 6018 Ack Invalid - In The Master inter-module process attempted to initiate a packet transmission from a Slave intermodule process, but the Slave’s acknowledge was invalid. 6019 Comm Port Ack Error The Master inter-module process, after sending a control byte to a Slave, was waiting for an acknowledge, but the UART detected an error condition.
6-22 TL891 MiniLibrary System User's Guide Table 6-2 Fault Symptom Codes continued FSC Message Description 6027 Master Has No Flash 6028 Slave Unavailable 6029 Slave Has No Flash 6030 Slave Dev.
Diagnostics and Troubleshooting 6-23 Table 6-2 Fault Symptom Codes continued FSC Message Description 6043 Invalid Com Blk Type A Slave inter-module process received a packet from the Master inter-module process, but the packet’s CommBlock type was invalid. 6044 Invalid Com Blk Type A Slave inter-module process received a packet from the Status/Message queue, but the packet’s CommBlock type was invalid.
6-24 TL891 MiniLibrary System User's Guide Table 6-2 Fault Symptom Codes continued FSC Message B011 Boot UART 1 Error B012 Boot UART 2 Error B013 Boot UART 3 Error B014 Boot UART 4 Error F001 No Flash Installed F002 Invalid Comm Port F003 Could Not Open Comm F004 Host Sync Failed F005 Invalid H/W Config F006 Incompatible Image F010 Flash Erase Error F011 Flash Download Error F012 Flash Program Error F013 Flash CRC Error Description Compaq Confidential – Need to Know Required
Diagnostics and Troubleshooting 6-25 Using CE Diagnostics The system diagnostics are intended to be used by a Customer Engineer (CE) or other technically trained person. To use system diagnostics, proceed as follows. 1. At the Default Screen, press the Enter button. The screen displayed in Figure 6-2 will appear: Load/Unload Show Status Menu Maintenance Menu Configure Menu Figure 6-2. Main Menu 2.
6-26 TL891 MiniLibrary System User's Guide Of these selections, only Cartridge Cycle is intended for use in the field. The remaining tests are used during factory setup. Cartridge Cycle Diagnostic When you select Cartridge Cycle, the library robotics begin to move cartridges randomly from slot to slot in the magazine, while reporting on the front panel the number of passes. This diagnostic will run continuously as long as the Base Module has power. To stop the test, press the Escape button.
Appendix A Specifications This appendix lists the specifications and regulatory requirements met by the MiniLibrary and Expansion Unit. Table A-1 Operational Performance Specifications Host Interface Fast/Wide SCSI (differential) Number of Cartridges, Full Magazine: MiniLibrary Base Module Expansion Unit 10 16 Media type: TZ89 Drives DLTtape IV Tape Speed 110 in/sec read/write, 150 in/sec search Tape Tension 3.0 +/- 1 oz. when stationary 4.7 +/- 1 oz. at operating speed Load Time 10 sec (max.
A-2 TL891 MiniLibrary System User's Guide Table A-2 Reliability Specifications (Drives) Mean cycles between operator intervention 150,000 Data Error Rate 1 in 10 bytes MTBF 280.
Specifications A-3 Table A-5 Mechanical Specifications Height 6.97 in. (17.70 cm.) Width 17.00 in. (43.18 cm.) Depth: Overall Behind panel 23.75 in. (60.35 cm.) 22.75 in. (57.79 cm.) Weight: MiniLibrary Base Module: 62 lbs. (28 kg.) 48 lbs. (22 kg.) Dual-drive single-drive Expansion Unit Pass-Through Mechanism (2-module height) 41 lbs. (20 kg.) 5 lbs. (2.3 kg.) Shipping Weight: MiniLibrary Base Module: 70 lbs. (32 kg.) 56 lbs. (25 kg.
A-4 TL891 MiniLibrary System User's Guide Table A-6 Environmental Specifications (Operating) Dry Bulb Temperature 50°F to 104°F (10°C to 40°C) Temperature Gradient 1.8°F/min. (1°C/min.) Temperature Shock 59°F (15°C) over 2 min. Wet Bulb Temperature 78.8°F (26°C) Relative Humidity (non-condensing) 15% to 85% Humidity Gradient 10%/hour Altitude -100ft.
Specifications A-5 Table A-9 Acoustic Emission Level Drive Condition Two drives operating (Intermittent robot motion excepted) Emission Level <50 dBA Safety Table A-10 The TL891 MiniLibrary Base Module and Expansion Unit carry the following Regulator Agency product safety certifications Certification Standard UL Listed UL 1950 TUV/Product Service EN 60 950 GS Mark CE Mark EMC Directive, Low Voltage Directive Canadian UL Listed CSA 22.2 No.
A-6 TL891 MiniLibrary System User's Guide Electromagnetic Emission Notice This equipment has been tested using double shielded cables for EM compliance. The use of unshielded cables or modifications requires system testing for EMI testing for compliance to the standard. Industry CanadaIndustrie Canada This Class A digital apparatus meets all requirements of the Canadian Interference-causing Equipment regulations.
Specifications A-7 Table A-11 Acoustic Noise Declaration Declared per ISO 9296 and ISO 7779 Sound Power Level Sound Pressure Level LW Ad, B LpAm, dBA (bystander position) Product Idle Operate Idle Operate TL891 MiniLibrary System 6.0 6.0 48 48 NOTE: Current values for specific configurations are available from Compaq representatives 1 B = 10 dBA.
A-8 TL891 MiniLibrary System User's Guide FCC and VCCI Requirements The following FCC and VCCI notices apply to the TL891 MiniLibrary System. Statement for Equipment Meeting FCC Class A Requirements This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class A digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC rules.
Specifications A-9 Equipment Meeting VDE Class B Requirements (VFG 1046/84 and VFG 243/91 for Germany) Für Bundesrepublik Deutschland For Federal Republic of Germany Pour la République féderal d’Allemagne Bescheinigung des Herstellers/Importeurs Dieses Gerät ist Übereinstimmung mit den Bestimmungen der BMPT Vfg. 243/1991 und Vfg. 46/1992 in Verbindung mit EN55022:1987 (DIN VDE 0878-3:11.89) oder Vfg. 1046/1984 mit Vfg. 483/1986, funkentstört.
A-10 TL891 MiniLibrary System User's Guide VCCI Notice for Japan Class I Equipment Japanese Voluntary Control Council for Interference (VCCI) Translation: This equipment is in the 1st Class category (information equipment to be used in commercial and/or industrial areas) and conforms to the standards set by the Voluntary Control Council for Interference by Information Technology Equipment aimed at preventing radio interference in commercial and/or industrial areas.
Appendix B Accessories This appendix lists the supplies available for the TL891 MiniLibrary. Data and Cleaning Cartridge Ordering Information You can order additional CompacTape Data or Cleaning Cartridges for the TL891 System by contacting your authorized Compaq reseller or by calling Compaq’s ordering service at1-800-345-1518. Table B-1 lists cartridge ordering part numbers.
B-2 TL891 MiniLibrary System User's Guide Bar Code Label and Magazine Ordering Information Additional Bar Code Labels or Magazines can be ordered by calling Compaq. Part numbers are provided in the following table.
Appendix C Product Notes for Windows NT and Novell NetWare This appendix provides information for the system administrator who should read this appendix before installing and using the Model TZ89 DLT Cartridge Tape Drive with a host system operating under the Windows NT or Novell NetWare operating systems. Host SCSI Interface Compaq Corporation has tested and supports the TZ89 DLT Cartridge Tape Drive under the Windows NT and Novell NetWare operating systems.
C-2 TL891 MiniLibrary System User' s Guide supported hardware list, or have telephone technical support personnel that will answer questions regarding compatibility of a particular tape drive or other storage device. Additionally, Compaq Computer Corporation publishes a list of commercial software products that support the TZ89. When choosing a software product to operate your tape drive, follow the software vendor’s installation procedure to implement support for your tape drive.
Appendix D Product Notes for Sun This appendix describes how to include the Model TZ89 DLT Cartridge StorageWorks Building Block (SBB) Tape Drive in a Sun SPARC system running Solaris 2.4 (or later). The information covers the installation of the Model TZ89 DLT Cartridge Tape Drive hardware and configuring the system to communicate with the drive. General Information ■ Densities can only be changed at the beginning of the tape.
D-2 TL891 MiniLibrary System User's Guide Table D-1 Density Codes for Solaris Density Code Meaning 00h Use default density 17h CT-III – 42500 bpi FMF serial cartridge tape X3B5/91-1174, 2.
Product Notes for Sun D-3 Modifications Required for Solaris 2.4 (or later) Installation Procedure NOTE: In order to support the addition of this device, drive information must be supplied in the /kernel/drv/st.conf file as global properties that apply to each of the targets, or as properties that are applicable to one target only. The "st driver" looks for the property called "tape-config-list". For additional information, read the man page “st”.
D-4 TL891 MiniLibrary System User's Guide – – The third parameter (0) is the block size in bytes. Zero “0” means variable block size. The fourth parameter (0x1639) defines the options selected. The 0x1639 value represents the following options: ST_VARIABLE = 0x0001 ST_BSF = 0x0008 ST_BSR = 0x0010 ST_LONG_ERASE = 0x0020 ST_KNOWS_EOD = 0x0200 ST_UNLOADABLE = 0x0400 ST_LONG TIMEOUTS = 0x1000 – The fifth parameter (4) defines the number of densities.
Product Notes for Sun D-5 – – – – – The sixth parameter (0x82) is the vendor-unique density code for the CT-IV, 20 GB. The seventh parameter (0x83) is the vendor-unique density code for CT-IV, 40 GB compressed mode. The eighth parameter (0x84) is the vendor-unique density code for the CT-IV, 35 GB. The ninth parameter (0x85) is the vendor-unique density code for the CT-IV, 70 GB compressed mode. The last parameter in the TZ89-data parameter is the default density 3, CT-IV in the 70 GB compressed mode.
D-6 TL891 MiniLibrary System User's Guide Rebooting of System Reboot the system using the following command at the boot prompt: >boot -rv NOTE: The switch "r" forces the kernel to be re-configured, and switch "v" enables a display of the system configuration at boot time The system compiles the kernel and creates special files in /dev so that it can communicate with the TZ 89 DLT Cartridge SBB Tape Drive. Since you booted the system using the verbose switch, the system displays all of its SCSI targets.
Product Notes for Sun D-7 “rst” format Special files “rst” (rewind on close) and “nrst” (no rewind on close) are also built and reside in the /dev directory. For example, if the SCSI target ID for the drive is 4 and the drive is connected to the native SCSI bus, then “rst” will be “rst4, rst12, rst20, and rst28” and nrst will be “nrst4, nrst12, nrst20, and nrst28”.
D-8 TL891 MiniLibrary System User's Guide The installation and verification procedure is now complete.
Appendix E Product Notes for IBM RS/6000 This appendix provides information for the system administrator. It should be read before installing and using the Model TZ89 DLT Cartridge Tape Drive StorageWorks Building Block (SBB) or Tabletop Tape Drive with a host system with the AIX 4.1.4 (or later) operating system. Modifications Required to Operate the TZ89 DLT Cartridge SBB Tape Drive or Tabletop Drive with AIX 4.1.
E-2 TL891 MiniLibrary System User's Guide a. Select the entry that matches the controller and target ID of your installation. Example: rmt1 available 00–03–00–50 other SCSI tape drive Where 3 is the SCSI controller number and 5 is the SCSI target ID. b. On the menu, change the settings of the "BLOCK size", "DENSITY setting #1", and "DENSITY setting #2". Set “BLOCK size” to 0. Set “DENSITY setting #1” to 133. Set “DENSITY setting #2” to 132. Density codes are listed below. c. Accept the changes.
Product Notes for IBM RS/6000 E-3 Where, is the tape drive added as shown by the lsdev command. is the fixed block size (0 = variable). Density code “133” specifies compressed format while “132” specifies uncompressed format. In rare cases, other density codes may be useful.
E-4 TL891 MiniLibrary System User's Guide The files that are created are: Table E-2 Tape Drive Special File Characteristics Special File Name Rewind-on-Close Retention-on Open Bytes-per-Inch /dev/rmt* Yes No Density Setting # 1 /dev/rmt*.1 No No Density Setting # 1 /dev/rmt*.2 Yes Yes Density Setting # 1 /dev/rmt*.3 No Yes Density Setting # 1 /dev/rmt*.4 Yes No Density Setting # 2 /dev/rmt*.5 No No Density Setting # 2 /dev/rmt*.5 Yes Yes Density Setting # 2 /dev/rmt*.
Appendix F Adding a Second Tape Drive IMPORTANT: All screws that do not use lock washers, captive washers or lock nuts must have Loctite 222 applied when parts are reassembled in the field. If you ignore this step, you might cause premature failure of the mechanism. Parts Location Figure F-1 shows the location of most of the field replaceable parts. 5 3 6 4 2 1 7 8 9 14 13 12 11 10 SHR-1201 Figure F-1.
F-2 TL891 MiniLibary System User's Guide 1 Magazine door 8 Power supply 2 Door opener/Magazine lock 9 Controller PWB 3 Shuttle Cable 10 AC power switch 4 Shuttle 11 Control panel 5 Shuttle motor 12 Unlock/open switch 6 Drive caddy assembly 13 Unlock/open switch 7 Fan 14 Leadscrew Overall Procedure NOTE: If the base module is part of an expanded TL89x MiniLibrary subsystem, refer to the TL89x Mini Library Service Manual for information on removing the base module from the subsyst
Addding a Second Tape Drive F-3 SHR-120266 Figure F-2. Removing the Skin Cover Removing Do these steps to remove the skin cover from the base module. 1. Loosen the two captive screws on the front panel until they are free of the skin cover. 2. Remove the two screws on each side of the base module. 3. Slide the skin cover toward the rear of the module until it can be lifted clear of the base module. Be careful that you don’t dislodge the clip nuts at the front of the skin cover.
F-4 TL891 MiniLibary System User's Guide Removing and Replacing the Cover Plate Removing Do these steps to remove the cover plate from the base module. 1. If the base module is a desktop model, remove the skin cover as described in Removing and Replacing the Skin Cover (Desktop Models Only). 2. Disconnect the power and interface cables at the rear of the module. 3. Unscrew the captive screw in the center of the cover plate (Figure F-3). 4. Slide the cover plate one-half inch toward the rear of the module.
Addding a Second Tape Drive F-5 SHR-120366 Figure F-3. Removing the Cover Plate Removing and Replacing the Drive Caddy Assembly The drive caddy assembly is an enclosure that holds one or two DLT drives and the interconnecting cables. The assembly includes the SCSI interface connectors and cables for the base module, the power cables for the drives, and communication cables from the drives to the controller PWB. Removing Do these steps to remove the drive caddy assembly from the base module. 1.
F-6 TL891 MiniLibary System User's Guide 5 2 7 1 7 5 3 6 4 4 SHR-1204 Figure F-4. Drive Caddy 3. Disconnect the drive power “Y” cable (2) from the power supply connector. 4. Disconnect the drive 1 RS-422 cable (3) at the controller PWB end. 5. Remove two M4 x 8mm flat-head screws (4) along the upper edge of the drive caddy assembly. 6. Remove two M4 extension screws (5) at the top of the drive caddy assembly.
Addding a Second Tape Drive F-7 7. Grasp the handle on top and lift the drive caddy assembly out of the base module carefully. 8. Set the drive caddy assembly on the work surface and install the second tape drive as described in Installing the Second Tape Drive. Replacing Do these steps to replace the drive caddy assembly in the base module. CAUTION: If you’re not careful, you might break the door levers when you set the drive caddy assembly down in the base module.
F-8 TL891 MiniLibary System User's Guide 3. Disconnect the RS-422 cable toward the front on the top of the drive, and lift the cable clear of the cable clamps; set it aside. 4. Install the door lever on the flatted shaft at the bottom of the drive. 5. Slide the drive (6) into the drive caddy assembly; position the drive so the threaded holes in the top and bottom of the drive are aligned with the screws holes. 6. Install the four 6-32 sems pan-head Phillips screws that were removed in Step 1. 7.
Appendix G Information on Pass-Through Section Covers This appendix supplements the information presented in the section entitled Mechanical Installation in Chapter 3. IMPORTANT: These procedures should be performed by a qualified service technician. Pass-Through Section Covers The Pass-Through mechanism moves tape cartridges vertically between TL891 MiniLibrary modules. Each module section is covered by an individual sheet-metal enclosure.
G-2 TL891 MiniLibrary System User's Guide 1 SHR-1224 Figure G-1. Cover Assembly Side Plate 2 SHR-1225 Figure G-2. Mechanism Section Cover Compaq Confidential – Need to Know Required Writer: Everett Godaire Project: TL891 MiniLibrary System User's Guide Comments: Part Number: ER-TL891-UA.
Appendix H Tape Drives and Cartridges This appendix discusses: ■ Care and Handling of Cartridges ■ Care and handling of cartridges ■ Preparing cartridges for use ■ Adding and removing cartridges through the load port ■ Adding and removing cartridges through the storage array door ■ Using the tape drives ■ Removing cartridges from the tape drives Care and Handling of Cartridges CompacTape is a digital linear tape (DLT) that has been designed and formulated for use in DLT tape drives and tape
H-2 TL891 MiniLibrary System User's Guide Handling and Storage Guidelines ■ Do not carry cartridges loosely in a box or other container that exposes them to unnecessary physical shock. ■ Store each cartridge in its protective case until you select it for use in a tape drive or library. ■ Do not drop or bump the cartridge. This may dislodge and/or damage internal components. ■ Avoid unnecessary opening of the cartridge door; this may expose the tape to contamination or physical damage.
Tape Drives and Cartridges H-3 Checking a Cartridge for Damage If a cartridge has been dropped or if you have other reason to believe it may be damaged, inspect it carefully before inserting it into the library. Inspect the cartridge as follows: 1. Shake the cartridge and listen for any sound of a broken part (such as a reel lock). Any rattling noise is an indication that the cartridge has been damaged and must not be used. 2.
H-4 TL891 MiniLibrary System User's Guide 4. See if the cartridge (takeup) leader appears in its normal position (protrudes about a 5-degree angle from the case.) If necessary, compare it to a cartridge that has not been dropped. CAUTION: If the leader is out of position, do NOT use the cartridge; it can cause the drive takeup leader to fail. 1 2 3 4 7 5 6 8 SHR-1292 Figure H-2.
Tape Drives and Cartridges H-5 5. Verify that the two reel lock levers are in position: one is located on the same surface as the cartridge leader door, the other is located on the bottom of the cartridge near the front left-hand corner. Both reel locks should be visible and in the same position as a cartridge that has not been dropped. 6. Verify that the hub reel is flush with the case surface.
H-6 TL891 MiniLibrary System User's Guide Archival Guidelines Ensure the reliability of archived cartridges that contain recorded data by storing them in a clean, controlled environment with the following conditions: Temperature 18°C to 28°C (64°F to 82°F) Relative Humidity: 40% to 60% non-condensing The above environment also ensures maximum shelf life of cartridges that do not yet contain data.
Tape Drives and Cartridges H-7 Also follow these guidelines: ■ Avoid mechanical stress that may distort the shape of cartridge, such as dropping or bumping the cartridge. ■ Fit cartridges into a rigid container with adequate shock-absorbing material. The container should have a clean interior and construction that provides sealing to prevent invasion by dirt and/or water. ■ Mark the shipping container to clearly identify its correct orientation.
H-8 TL891 MiniLibrary System User's Guide Table H-1 Cleaning Cartridge Guidelines Problem Cause Solution The Use Cleaning Tape indicator Lights. The drive heads need cleaning or the tape is defective. Use the cleaning cartridge. The cleaning operation begins automatically as soon as the cartridge insert/release handle is closed. When cleaning is complete, the internal beeper sounds to tell you to remove the cleaning cartridge.
Tape Drives and Cartridges H-9 Cleaning the Tape Drive Heads The tape drive heads physically read and write data to and from the tape cartridge. Under normal conditions, the heads require cleaning only when the "Use Cleaning Tape" LED indicates that it is required. IMPORTANT: Never attempt to clean the heads in a manner other than described in the following procedure. Doing so can void the product warranty. To clean the heads: 1.
H-10 TL891 MiniLibrary System User's Guide Preparing Cartridges for Use The TL891 MiniLibrary comes with one DLT tape cartridge and one cleaning cartridge. IMPORTANT: The TL891 MiniLibrary accepts only CompacTape III, CompacTape IIIXT, and CompacTape IV cartridges. For best performance, use CompacTape IV cartridges in the library. DO NOT use CompacTape I or CompacTape II cartridges. NOTE: To order additional tape cartridges, contact you Compaq authorized dealer or resealler.
Tape Drives and Cartridges H-11 Write-Protecting and Write-Enabling Cartridges Each DLT cartridge has a write-protect switch (1) and an orange protection tab (2). Use the switch as follows: ■ To write-protect a cartridge (prevent data from being written onto the tape), move the switch to the left. The orange tab appears. ■ To write-enable a cartridge (allow data to be written), move the switch to the right. The orange tab disappears.
H-12 TL891 MiniLibrary System User's Guide Using the Tape Drives Each tape drive has a control panel consisting of status indicators (lights) and buttons. Each tape drive control panel can be accessed through the front door or storage array door. d te e e ec pe Us rit ot W Pr Ta In 6 2. 0 6. 0 5. /1 .0 .0 10 20 U .0 35 1 g e in at le an e per nd se le ap O Ha C T C s es ity ide pr s rr om en ve D O 2 3 U d oa nl ct le Se 4 5 SHR-1298 Figure H-5.
Tape Drives and Cartridges H-13 Table H-2 Tape Drive Control Panel Feature 1 Name Write Protect indicator Function Illuminates when the loaded tape cartridge is write-protected. (orange) 2 Tape in Use Indicator Blinks while the tape cartridge loads and calibrates. After calibration, it remains lit. (yellow) If the indicator remains on after a cleaning cartridge is unloaded, the drive heads were not adequately cleaned.
Index A Accessories B-1 Acoustic Emission Level A-5 Acoustic Noise Declaration Declared per ISO 9296 and ISO 7779 A-7 Adding a Second Tape Drive F-1 Adding to an Existing PassThrough Mechanism 3-15 Archival Guidelines H-6 Assembling the Pass-Through Mechanism 3-8 B Bar Code Label and Magazine Ordering Information B-2 Bar Code Label and Magazine Part Numbers B-2 Bar Code Reader 1-11 Barcode Labels 2-33 Base Module 1-3, 2-29 Base Module Default Screen 2-10 Belt 3-10 C Cable Specifications 3-31 Cabling 3-1
2 TL891 MiniLibrary System User's Guide Descriptions of Configuration Options 3-42 Diagnosing Problems 6-1 Diagnostics and Troubleshooting 6-1 Display 1-7 Displaying Error Logs 2-21 Displaying Firmware Revision 2-21 Drive Errors 6-1 Drives 1-4 E Electromagnetic Emission A-6 Embedded Diagnostics 1-12 Emergency Magazine Removal 2-26 Entering the Menu Mode 2-14 Environmental Specifications (Operating) A-4 Environmental Specifications (Packed or Unpacked) A-4 Environmental Specifications (Storage/Transit) A-4
Index 3 Magazine Security Lock, the Unlock/Open Button and the Locked Indicator LED 2-29 Mail Slot 3-40, 4-15 Maintenance Menu 2-18 Mechanical installation 3-1 Mechanical Installation of the Expansion and Base Modules 3-16 Mechanical Specifications A-3 Media Life 1-13 Menu Mode 2-14 Menu Structure 2-15 Modifications Required for Solaris 2.
4 TL891 MiniLibrary System User's Guide Set Sequential Configuration 4-5 Set Serial number 3-43 Set Serial Number 4-15 Set Special Configuration 3-44 Set Time 3-43, 4-15 Set Unload Mode 3-43, 4-15 Setting Base Module (slave) Configuration 3-35 Setting up a Mail Slot 3-40 Show History Menu 2-19 Show Status Menu 2-16 Specifications A-1 Starting the System 2-8 Statement for Equipment Meeting FCC Class A Requirements A-8 System Expansion 1-5 T Terminator Installation 3-32 U Using CE Diagnostics 6-25 Using t
