L700 (CTL700) Installation and User’s Guide Abstract This manual describes how to install and use a CTL700 tape library on HP NonStop Sseries servers and HP Integrity NonStop NS-series servers. Product Version N.A. Supported Release Version Updates (RVUs) This publication supports H06.04 and all subsequent H-series RVUs, and G06.28 and all subsequent G-series RVUs until otherwise indicated by its replacement publication.
Document History Part Number Product Version Published 527338-003 N.A. October 2004 527338-004 N.A. July 2005 527338-005 N.A. February 2006 527338-006 N.A. February 2006 527338-008 N.A.
L700 (CTL700) Installation and User’s Guide Glossary Index What’s New in This Manual vii Manual Information vii New and Changed Information Examples Figures vii About This Manual ix Supported Products and Features Notation Conventions ix ix 1. Overview of the Tape Library CTL700 Tape Library Product Overview Tape Drives 1-2 Power System 1-3 AC Power Distribution Units 1-3 DC Power Supplies 1-3 Compatibility 1-3 Software 1-4 1-1 2.
. Controls and Indicators on the CTL700 Tape Library Contents SCSI Control Connection 3-7 Connecting the Tape Library Power Cable Routing the Power Cable 3-10 Connecting Power 3-11 Terminate the SCSI Bus 3-12 After Installation Is Complete 3-12 3-10 4. Controls and Indicators on the CTL700 Tape Library Operator Panel 4-1 Indicators 4-3 Buttons 4-3 Display Screens 4-3 Operations Overview 4-12 Tape Library Power Switch 4-13 Tape Drive Power Switches 4-15 5.
6. Operating the Tape Library Contents 6. Operating the Tape Library Operating in Automated Mode 6-1 Monitoring Status Information 6-1 Entering Cartridges Through the CAP 6-4 Ejecting Cartridges Through the CAP 6-6 Cleaning a Tape Drive Manually 6-6 Reviewing FSC Logs 6-7 Running Diagnostic Tests 6-8 Powering Off the Tape Library 6-9 Operating In Manual Mode 6-9 Opening the Tape Library Front Doors 6-10 Moving the Robot 6-11 7.
A. Configuring the CTL700 Tape Library for the NonStop NS-Series Server Contents Programming and Configuration Considerations 9-17 Choosing Block Size 9-17 Using a Tape Drive for a Tape Boot or Tape Load 9-17 A.
Tables Contents Figure 3-1. Figure 3-2. Figure 3-3. Figure 3-4. Figure 3-5. Figure 4-1. Figure 4-2. Figure 4-3. Figure 4-4. Figure 4-5. Figure 4-6. Figure 4-7. Figure 4-8. Figure 4-9. Figure 4-10. Figure 4-11. Figure 4-12. Figure 4-13. Figure 5-1. Figure 5-2. Figure 5-3. Figure 5-4. Figure 5-5. Figure 6-1. Figure 6-2. Figure 6-3. Figure 6-4. Figure 6-5. Figure A-1. Figure A-2. Figure A-3. Figure A-4. Figure A-5. Figure A-6. Figure A-7. Figure A-8.
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What’s New in This Manual Manual Information L700 (CTL700) Installation and User’s Guide Abstract This manual describes how to install and use a CTL700 tape library on HP NonStop Sseries servers and HP Integrity NonStop NS-series servers. Product Version N.A. Supported Release Version Updates (RVUs) This publication supports J06.04 and all subsequent J-series RVUs, H06.15 and all subsequent H-series RVUs, and G06.32 and all subsequent G-series RVUs until otherwise indicated by its replacement publication.
What’s New in This Manual New and Changed Information L700 (CTL700) Installation and User’s Guide —527338-008 viii
About This Manual Supported Products and Features This document describes products and features that are not yet available on systems running J-series or H-series RVUs. These products and features include: • • • CLuster I/O Modules (CLIMs) The Cluster I/O Protocols (CIP) subsystem Serial attached SCSI (SAS) disk drives and their enclosures Notation Conventions Hypertext Links Blue underline is used to indicate a hypertext link within text.
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1 Overview of the Tape Library This section covers: CTL700 Tape Library Product Overview 1-1 Compatibility 1-3 Software 1-4 CTL700 Tape Library Product Overview The CTL700 tape library is a fully automated tape cartridge storage and retrieval subsystem. Depending on model and features selected, it can store from 168 to 630 data cartridges. The total numbers do not include the cartridges in the cartridge access port (CAP) or the reserved cells.
Overview of the Tape Library Tape Drives Tape Drives The CTL700 can be configured with these tape drives: N1530A Tape Drive The N1530A tape drive is a LTO Gen 3 tape drive that has been integrated into the NonStop server environment. The N1530A tape drive comes with a SCSI interface. This tape drive is supported for G06.32 and later RVUs. CT9841FC-1 Tape Drive The CT9841FC-1 tape drive comes with a fibre channel interface. This tape drive is supported for G06.16 and later releases.
Overview of the Tape Library Power System Power System The CTL700 tape library power system consists of: • • One or two AC power distribution units (PDUs) that: ° ° ° Operate within a line voltage of 90 to 265 VAC, 50 to 60 Hz Distribute AC voltage to the tape drives Are protected by circuit breakers One or two DC power supplies that provide voltage to the tape library AC Power Distribution Units When installing tape drives in a tape library that has two AC PDUs, attach each PDU to a separate branc
Overview of the Tape Library Software Software For support of the tape library connection to a NonStop server, you can use either: • • The independent product, Silo Media Manager (SMM). The Storage Tek UNIX server software, Automated Cartridge System Library Software (ACSLS). You must have a minimum of Sun Solaris 8 and ACSLS 6.0. SF02 is also required to allow ACSLS to run on a NonStop server.
2 Unpacking the Tape Library This section covers: Overview 2-1 Physically Unpacking the Tape Library 2-4 Removing the Tape Library From the Pallet 2-6 Positioning the Tape Library 2-6 Removing the Shipping Kit 2-6 Securing the Tape Library Position 2-7 Unpacking the Tape Library Interior 2-7 Overview This section provides the procedures for preparing the tape library site, unpacking and positioning the tape library, and removing the shipping hardware.
Unpacking the Tape Library Figure 2-1.
Unpacking the Tape Library Planning Location Figure 2-2. Power and Signal Cable Routing Planning Location • • • • Allow enough space for the tape library. Plan the signal cable and power cable routing. Provide enough space to open all the doors. Provide 15 centimeters (6 inches) above the tape library and 10 centimeters (4 inches) on the sides for cooling clearance. See Figure 2-1 for the space needed for the tape library. See Figure 2-2 for the locations for power and signal cable routing.
Unpacking the Tape Library Physically Unpacking the Tape Library Physically Unpacking the Tape Library You will need diagonal cutters or a knife to cut the shipping straps. Refer to Figure 2-3 while unpacking: 1. Remove and retain the shipping bill. 2. While holding the shipping ramp against the tape library box covers, carefully cut the wrapping straps on the exterior of the packaging. 3. Remove the ramp and corrugated box covers. 4. Remove the shipping bag (not shown).
Unpacking the Tape Library Physically Unpacking the Tape Library Figure 2-3.
Unpacking the Tape Library Removing the Tape Library From the Pallet Removing the Tape Library From the Pallet Note. If shipping agreements require the shipper to remove the tape library from its shipping pallet, skip this section. Caution. At least two people are required to remove the tape library from its shipping pallet. To remove the tape library from the pallet: 1. Obtain a 3/4-inch (or adjustable) wrench or socket to remove the four 3/4inch bolts that secure the tape library to the pallet. 2.
Unpacking the Tape Library Securing the Tape Library Position Securing the Tape Library Position 1. Apply the four wheel chocks from the shipping kit to the four wheels of the tape library. 2. Make sure the tape library does not move from its floor position. Unpacking the Tape Library Interior To unpack the interior portion of the tape library: 1. Locate and remove the Z column shipping pin. Figure 2-4.
Unpacking the Tape Library Unpacking the Tape Library Interior 2. Locate and remove the theta shipping pin. Figure 2-5. Theta Shipping Pin 3. Retain the shipping pins. You will need them for any maintenance procedures to the Z and theta motors. You can store them behind the right front door. 4. Move the Z column to access the hand assembly. See Figure 2-6. Caution. Move the Z column and the Z carriage at the two points shown in the following two figures.
Unpacking the Tape Library Unpacking the Tape Library Interior Figure 2-6. Z Column Movement 5. Raise the Z carriage assembly to waist level as shown in Figure 2-7. 6. Remove and discard the foam packing material from inside the assembly. Note. Make sure the assembly is left in the fully retracted position.
Unpacking the Tape Library Unpacking the Tape Library Interior Figure 2-7.
3 Installing the Tape Library This section covers: Installing the Expansion Frame 3-1 Tape Library Operating Options 3-6 Installing Cables 3-7 Connecting the Tape Library Power Cable 3-10 Terminate the SCSI Bus 3-12 After Installation Is Complete 3-12 Installing the Expansion Frame Follow these procedures to install an expansion frame for the tape library. The tape library expansion frame adds 294 cartridge storage locations to the tape library.
Installing the Expansion Frame Installing the Tape Library Figure 3-1. Theta Stops 2. Using a Torx T-30 bit, remove the six mushroom attachments from the rear of the expansion frame by turning them counterclockwise. Caution. Note the position of the theta lock bracket mounted on the top inside surface of the tape library. Be careful not to hit your head on the bracket. 3. Position the robotic hand at the top of the Z column and facing the tape drives.
Installing the Expansion Frame Installing the Tape Library b. Gently pry up the array lock and pull back on the bottom of the assembly to remove it. Place the tape cartridge array lock aside. c. Lift up and pull out the top tape cartridge array. d. Continue removing the tape cartridge arrays until you have clear access to the mounting holes. Place all tape cartridge arrays clear of the work area. 4. Move the robotic hand to gain access to theta stop 3. Remove theta stop number 3. 5.
Installing the Expansion Frame Installing the Tape Library Figure 3-2. Array Lock Removal and Replacement 11. Using the adjustable wrench, adjust the legs of the expansion frame until the pins on the expansion frame align with the holes in the tape library wall: a. Align the bottom pin on the expansion frame first. b. Align the top pin on the expansion frame next. 12. When aligned, push the expansion frame to mate with the alignment holes in the tape library wall. 13.
Installing the Expansion Frame Installing the Tape Library Figure 3-3.
Tape Library Operating Options Installing the Tape Library Figure 3-4.
Installing Cables Installing the Tape Library Installing Cables This section explains how to connect the following cables: • • • • Client-direct 1 tape library SCSI control cables Client SCSI data cables Ethernet cable Fiber cables Note. If the cables are going under a raised floor, the floor tile under the tape library must have cutouts to allow routing of these cables. SCSI Cable Paths You have the option of separating the SCSI control and data paths.
SCSI Control Connection Installing the Tape Library Connecting to a Client or a Server Other Than Sun WARNING. The pass through terminator is installed inside a NonStop server. To connect to the server or client SCSI control cable: 1. Bring the SCSI 68-pin cable from the server or client to the connectors on the right front bulkhead. Connect the SCSI server or client cable to one of the two connectors. 2.
SCSI Control Connection Installing the Tape Library SCSI Drive Connections For SCSI operations, check that the length restrictions are consistent with for the channel type being used. Be sure to label each tape drive with its server or client address and to label the cables. These labels provide reliable identification for any future maintenance on the tape drives. Caution. Do not connect SCSI cables to the tape drives until they are configured for operation.
Connecting the Tape Library Power Cable Installing the Tape Library Connecting the Tape Library Power Cable This section describes the procedure to connect the tape library power cable. If the tape library has the duplicate power supply feature, be sure that each power supply is connected to its own circuit breaker. WARNING. To avoid injury, do not connect the power cable until indicated in the instructions.
Connecting Power Installing the Tape Library Figure 3-5. Tape Library Power Cable Connecting Power To connect the tape library power cable to its power source: 1. Check that the power cable is labeled with the tape library address or location. 2. Connect the male end of the power cable into the wall outlet. 3. Turn the circuit breaker for the wall outlet to ON. 4. Lift the tape library circuit breaker up (ON). 5. The tape library begins its initial program loading of the embedded firmware.
Terminate the SCSI Bus Installing the Tape Library Terminate the SCSI Bus Table 3-1 tells when and where to add a terminator to the SCSI bus. Table 3-1. Terminate the SCSI BUS If the tape drive is… Then… The last or only tape drive on the SCSI bus 1. Connect the SCSI terminator to one of the SCSI signal connectors on the tape library patch panel. 2. Snap the wire cable clamps into place to secure the terminator.
4 Controls and Indicators on the CTL700 Tape Library This section covers: Operator Panel 4-1 Tape Library Power Switch 4-13 Tape Drive Power Switches 4-15 Operator Panel The operator panel, recessed into the tape library’s rack door, contains buttons, indicators, and a graphic display. Figure 4-1 shows the panel.
Controls and Indicators on the CTL700 Tape Library Operator Panel Figure 4-1. Operator Panel Display, Control, and Indicators 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. Service Required indicator is steadily red when human intervention is required. Library Active indicator flashes green when the library is operational. Open indicator is steadily amber when the CAP is open for you to enter or remove cartridges. CAP A open button rotates CAP A for you to access the magazines.
Controls and Indicators on the CTL700 Tape Library Indicators If an error occurs, the display shows a fault symptom code (FSC), which can be given to a systems delivery engineer (SDE) or to the local service provider to help resolve problems. Write down the FSC as soon as it appears.
Controls and Indicators on the CTL700 Tape Library Display Screens In addition, the display screens must be used to: • • Export cleaning cartridges through the CAPs Run diagnostic tests The next subsections describe the tape library’s main screens. Tape Library Status The Library Status screen is an information-only screen. It is the first screen to appear on the operator panel after an IPL.
Controls and Indicators on the CTL700 Tape Library Display Screens Figure 4-3. FSC Log Screen CAP Status Accessible from the Main menu, the CAP Status screen is an information-only screen. It displays either the VOLSER of a cartridge or a status message for each slot in a CAP magazine. Figure 4-4 shows the CAP status screen. Note. Scroll down to view the contents of both CAPs. Figure 4-4.
Controls and Indicators on the CTL700 Tape Library Display Screens Drive Information Accessible from the Main menu, the Drive Information menu is an information-only screen that lists manufacturing and status information about the selected drive. (See Figure 4-5.) Figure 4-5.
Controls and Indicators on the CTL700 Tape Library Display Screens Cleaning Information Accessible from the Main menu, the Cleaning Info menu provides information about cleaning and controls the tape library’s cleaning cartridges. It enables you to change the warning count for each type of cleaning cartridge. The Cleaning Info menu enables you to change the warning count for each type of cleaning cartridge. The menu also lets you check the number of times a cleaning cartridge has been used.
Controls and Indicators on the CTL700 Tape Library Display Screens Figure 4-6. Main Diagnostics Menu Version Information Accessible from the Main Menu, the Version Info menu is an information-only screen. See the example in Figure 4-7. It displays the version level of the library’s functional code, the date and time the code was completed, and the serial number of the logic card (also referred to as the MPC card). Figure 4-7.
Controls and Indicators on the CTL700 Tape Library Display Screens Configuration Menu Accessible from the Main menu, the Configuration menu (Figure 4-8) routes you to the configuration menus (library, drive, and network) and to the panel display controls. Figure 4-8. Configuration Menu Library Configuration Accessible from the Main Configuration menu, the Library Config menu displays library capacity information and lets you modify the library’s configuration.
Controls and Indicators on the CTL700 Tape Library Display Screens This screen lets you set: SCSI ID Tape library’s SCSI identification number Fast Load Fast Load feature on or off Date Current date Time Current time SCSI Type Type of SCSI bus that connects the tape library to the server Auto Clean Whether Auto Clean is enabled CAPs Number of CAPs installed User Cells Number of data storage cells the library contains Drive Column Number of tape drive columns installed Expansion Frame Wh
Controls and Indicators on the CTL700 Tape Library Figure 4-10.
Controls and Indicators on the CTL700 Tape Library Operations Overview Display Information Accessible from the Main Configuration menu, the Display Information menu (Figure 4-11) leads to menus that let you adjust the contrast and backlight on the graphic display screen. For more information, see Setting Screen Characteristics on page 5-7. Figure 4-11.
Controls and Indicators on the CTL700 Tape Library Tape Library Power Switch Tape Library Power Switch The tape library power switch is a circuit breaker or breakers behind the right front door of the tape library. Figure 4-12 shows the power switch location. This switch, attached to the AC power distribution unit (PDU), controls the AC power to the tape library and tape drive column.
Controls and Indicators on the CTL700 Tape Library Tape Library Power Switch Figure 4-12.
Controls and Indicators on the CTL700 Tape Library Tape Drive Power Switches Tape Drive Power Switches The tape drives are behind the tape drive access door inside the right side door of the library. Each drive has a power switch that controls the supply of power to that drive only. Figure 4-13 shows a tape drive’s power switch location. To remove power from a tape drive, turn the drive switch to the 0 position. To supply power to a tape drive, turn the drive switch to the 1 position. Figure 4-13.
Controls and Indicators on the CTL700 Tape Library Tape Drive Power Switches L700 (CTL700) Installation and User’s Guide —527338-008 4- 16
5 Configuring and Testing the Tape Library This section covers these topics: Overview of Configuration 5-1 Tape Library Capacity 5-1 Entering Configuration Data 5-3 Performing the Final Steps 5-11 Initialization Sequence 5-11 Testing the Tape Library 5-13 Overview of Configuration This section describes how to configure and test the tape library and its associated tape drives for operation. When the tape library is powered-on, it performs the initialization of the robotic components.
Configuring and Testing the Tape Library Tape Library Capacity Figure 5-1.
Entering Configuration Data Configuring and Testing the Tape Library Entering Configuration Data Use the tape library operator panel to enter your configuration data. Using the Operator Panel The operator panel function buttons are as follows. For an illustration of the operator panel, refer to Figure 4-1, Operator Panel Display, Control, and Indicators, on page 4-2.
Providing Configuration Information Configuring and Testing the Tape Library Table 5-1. Tape Library Configuration Selection Option Selection Fast load enabled or disabled Automatically configured as enabled if cleaning cartridges are installed in the reserved cells. Cleaning cartridge life Table 5-2.
Configuring and Testing the Tape Library Providing Configuration Information Note. The configuration information in the lower half of the TAPE LIBRARY CONFIG screen is automatically set when the tape library performs its initialization process. This data cannot be changed from the operator panel.
Configuring and Testing the Tape Library Providing Configuration Information 4. Line up the cursor with LIBRARY CONFIG and press the SELECT button. 5. Line up the cursor with SCSI ID and press the SELECT button. 6. An editing screen appears. 7. Follow the instructions on the screen to change the SCSI ID. 8. When the SCSI ID is correct, press the SELECT button to save the changes. To abort, press the MENU button. 9. Entry of the tape library SCSI ID requires an IPL of the tape library.
Configuring and Testing the Tape Library Setting Screen Characteristics 3. At the editing screen: a. Use the up and down arrow buttons to select a value for each portion (field) of the date. b. Use the SELECT button to move right to the next field. c. Use the MENU button to move left to the previous field. 4. When the screen displays the desired setting, press the SELECT button from the right-most field to save entries. Press the MENU button to abort. 5.
Setting Cleaning Cartridge Information Configuring and Testing the Tape Library Setting Cleaning Cartridge Information This information relates to the Auto Cleaning Enabled or Disabled feature. Note. During IPL, the robot audits the reserved cells. If cleaning cartridges are present, it automatically sets the Auto Clean Enabled option for the tape library.
Configuring and Testing the Tape Library Entering Tape Drive Information 2. Use the arrow button to select CLEANING INFO. 3. Press the SELECT button. The CLEANING INFO screen appears. This screen displays the number of cleaning cartridges in the reserved area at initialization. 4. Press the SELECT button for your choice. An editing screen appears. 5. The editing screen displays the current setting for the cartridge warning count. The maximum recommended warning count appears below the current setting.
Configuring and Testing the Tape Library Verifying Configuration 1. From the tape Library Status screen, press the MENU button. 2. If needed, use an arrow button to select DRIVE CONFIG. 3. Press the SELECT button. The configuration menu appears. 4. The format of the drive information appears in the following example: 00 STK ID:________ ON BUS: ON The first two digits are the numbers that the tape library has assigned to the tape drive.
Configuring and Testing the Tape Library Performing the Final Steps Performing the Final Steps When the tape library and all tape drives are configured, perform these final steps before testing the tape library: 1. Power off the tape library. 2. Open the right side door. For CT9841FC-1 tape drives: a. Insert the single connector end of the Y cable into all drives. b. Install the client Fibre Channel cables. c. Check that all tape drive power switches are in the ON (1) position. 3.
Configuring and Testing the Tape Library • Vision Calibration Theta motor calibration. The theta mechanism moves from theta-stop to theta-stop. The distance and time for this motion is compared against the mechanism parameters within the firmware. There are three capacity variations for the tape library (1/3, 2/3, and full), and the tape library size is also determined during this step.
Configuring and Testing the Tape Library Tape Drive Targeting When all customer and reserved cell locations are read and cataloged, the tape library audit is complete. However, the tape library audit information must be requested by the host system to update its tape cartridge volume database. This two-step process-tape library audit and host update ensures that both the tape library and host have current (and identical) listings of the tape library contents. Note.
Configuring and Testing the Tape Library Installing Diagnostic and Cleaning Cartridges Figure 5-2. CT9841FC-1 Cartridge Installing Diagnostic and Cleaning Cartridges If diagnostic and cleaning cartridges are being installed, place them within the tape library prior to initialization. Use diagnostic cartridges to run motion and loading tests for cartridge drives. Caution. Check with the system administrator for the tape drive cleaning option that is to be used.
Configuring and Testing the Tape Library Installing Diagnostic and Cleaning Cartridges 3. Attach a DG 000 label to all applicable diagnostic cartridges. Diagnostic and Cleaning Cartridge Cells This procedure applies to the Reserved Cells area (shown in Figure 5-3). This area is reserved for cleaning and diagnostic cartridges for each tape drive type.
Configuring and Testing the Tape Library Running Diagnostic Tests When power is restored, the robot automatically places this cartridge in the dropoff cell as part of the robotic initialization sequence. Any type of cleaning or diagnostic cartridge can be placed in the other 11 cells. Alternately, these 11 cells can be left empty. Caution. Do not place data cartridges in these cells. The reserved cells are limited to cleaning and diagnostic cartridges only.
Configuring and Testing the Tape Library Running Diagnostic Tests 8. Press SELECT. The GET/PUT option screen appears. 9. Follow the screen directions to set the number of times for the test to run. 10. At the “ARE YOU SURE?” prompt, confirm that the tape library is in maintenance mode (offline) before beginning the test. Confirm by pressing the SELECT button. 11. After this diagnostic test runs to completion, press MENU to return to the DIAGNOSTIC menu.
Configuring and Testing the Tape Library Loading Tapes Into the Tape Library Running Other Diagnostic Tests You might want to run all diagnostic tests. Descriptions of other test follow: Clean Drive Mounts and dismounts a specified cleaning cartridge to a tape drive. Mount Mounts a diagnostic tape cartridge to a selected tape drive. Dismount Dismounts a diagnostic tape cartridge to a selected tape drive.
Configuring and Testing the Tape Library Placing the Tape Library Online Once you load all the tape cartridges, close and lock the main door. The robot automatically audits the tape cartridges and their locations within the tape library. When the tape library is placed online, enter the command to update the host’s tape cartridge database. The tape library audit information is then sent to the host. Tape cartridges can also be entered through the CAP. Figure 5-5 on page 5-19 shows the CAP entry method.
Configuring and Testing the Tape Library Placing the Tape Library Online L700 (CTL700) Installation and User’s Guide —527338-008 5- 20
6 Operating the Tape Library This section covers: Operating in Automated Mode 6-1 Powering Off the Tape Library 6-9 Operating In Manual Mode 6-9 Note. When the client controls the tape library, refer to the software publications and enter the command at the server console to perform the desired activity. For some activities, you might need to ask the systems administrator for the required information. Operating in Automated Mode Automated mode is the normal operating mode of the library.
Monitoring Status Information Operating the Tape Library Tape Drive Status Table 6-1 summarizes tape drive status messages that might appear on the tape library status screen. Table 6-1. Tape Drive Status Messages Status Messages Explanation INIT REQUIRED You must initialize the tape drive. NOT CONNECTED This tape drive is not connected to a SCSI bus. UNKNOW DRIVE The tape library does not recognize the type of tape drive in this location.
Monitoring Status Information Operating the Tape Library Monitoring Tape Drives To view the details about an installed tape drive, including its serial number and firmware version. 1. Press the MENU button to display the Main menu. 2. If necessary, press an arrow button to select DRIVE INFO. 3. Press the SELECT button. A list of all the installed tape drives appears. 4. Use the arrow buttons. A list of all the installed tape drives appears. 5. Press the SELECT button. The Drive Information menu appears.
Operating the Tape Library Entering Cartridges Through the CAP Checking the Cleaning Cartridge Usage Count This procedure assumes that you have loaded cleaning cartridges into the reserved cells and has subsequently reset the tape library. (Taking these steps enables the Auto Clean function.) To check the number of times the cleaning cartridges have been used since they were installed in the tape library: 1. Press the MENU button to return to the Main menu. 2.
Operating the Tape Library Entering Cartridges Through the CAP Figure 6-1. Removing the CAP Magazine Note. The snap-on retention cartridge cover can be used to keep cartridges in place when you carry the magazine. Remove the clear cover from the back of the magazine by lifting the side edge. To protect the cartridges, place the slots on one edge of the cover into the grooves on the sides of the magazine’s top panel and snap the other edge into place. 4.
Operating the Tape Library Ejecting Cartridges Through the CAP Ejecting Cartridges Through the CAP To unlock the CAP, open the CAP, and remove the cartridges from it: 1. At the console, enter the VOLSERs of the cartridges that are required. The robot retrieves the cartridges and inserts them in the CAP. 2. Enter the console command to open the CAP. This unlock the CAP. 3. Press CAP A or CAP B button on the operator panel to open the CAP. 4. Remove or pull down the magazine and remove the cartridges.
Reviewing FSC Logs Operating the Tape Library 16. When tape drive cleaning is complete, press the CAP button to open the CAP. 17. Remove the cleaning cartridge, and make a record of how many times it has been used. 18. Press the CAP button to close the CAP. Note. The Auto Clean feature is automatically enabled if even one cleaning cartridge is loaded into the reserved cell area and then the tape library is reset.
Running Diagnostic Tests Operating the Tape Library Running Diagnostic Tests Diagnostic tests included in the tape library’s firmware let you control certain aspects of the tape library’s operation. The tape library can be placed in the demonstration mode through the Diagnostics screen. The tests are listed in Table 6-3. Table 6-3. Tape Drive Diagnostic Tests Test Description Clean Drive This function is not a test.
Operating the Tape Library Powering Off the Tape Library 11. You will be prompted to confirm that the tape library should be in Maintenance Mode (offline) before beginning the test. To confirm, press SELECT. To abort, press MENU. 12. Wait until the test is complete. The screen displays TEST COMPLETE. 13. Press the RESET button to reset the tape library. Powering Off the Tape Library 1. Enter the command at the server console to remove the tape library and tape drives from online status. 2.
Operating the Tape Library Opening the Tape Library Front Doors Opening the Tape Library Front Doors You must open the front doors on the tape library to perform manual operations. Refer to Figure 6-2 as you perform this procedure. Figure 6-2. Opening the Access Doors 1. Check that all jobs have ended and that the tape library is offline. 2. Open the tape library right front door by pulling on the left side of the door. 3. Open the tape library left front door by using a latch key to unlock both locks.
Operating the Tape Library Moving the Robot Moving the Robot After the tape library doors have been opened, the robot might need to be move to make it easier to access the stored cartridges or the tape drives. Read and observe the following caution before attempting to move any portion of the robot. Caution. To prevent damage to the hand or Z carriage, check that the reach mechanism on the hand is fully retracted before moving any part of the robot. Push the gripper mechanism into the retracted position.
Operating the Tape Library Moving the Robot 2. Push on the back of the reach mechanism until the gripper is extended to its full position, as shown in Figure 6-3. Caution. If the robot has been active, the solenoid and switch might be too hot to touch. Wait for the solenoid to cool before touching it. Figure 6-3. Extending the Gripper 3. Hold the solenoid on top of the reach mechanism with one hand and grasp the cartridge with the other.
Operating the Tape Library Moving the Robot Figure 6-4. Removing the Cartridge From the Hand 4. Push the gripper mechanism back into the hand until the mechanism is fully retracted. Loading and Unloading Cartridges Manually When the tape library is offline, you can load a cartridge in a tape drive or unload it from a tape drive after you take adequate precautions. The following pages provide manual load and unload procedures. Note.
Operating the Tape Library Moving the Robot 3. Open the tape library left front door by using a latch key to unlock both locks (See Figure 6-2.) Turn the key counterclockwise to unlock the locks, then pull the door open. 4. Locate the cartridge. See Loading Tapes Into the Tape Library on page 5-18. 5. Insert the cartridge into the tape drive as shown in Figure 6-5. Figure 6-5. Loading a Tape Cartridge Into a Tape Drive 6.
Operating the Tape Library Moving the Robot Unloading a Cartridge From a Tape Drive To unload a cartridge from a CT9841FC-1 tape drive: 1. Check that the tape drive is not selected by the client. 2. Obtain the drive number from the server console and place the tape drive offline. 3. Open the tape library right front door by pulling on the left side of the door. 4. Open the tape library left front door by using a latch key to unlock both locks (See Figure 6-2.) 5.
Operating the Tape Library L700 (CTL700) Installation and User’s Guide —527338-008 6- 16 Moving the Robot
7 Tape Drives in the CTL700 Tape Library This section covers: Supported Tape Drives 7-1 Supported Tape Drives These tape drives are supported for a connection to a CTL700 tape library: • • • • N1530A tape drive CT9841FC-1 tape drive M8503 tape drive M8608A tape drive The supported tape drives and their respective power supplies are field-replaceable units (FRU). Contact your service provider if the tape drives require servicing.
Tape Drives in the CTL700 Tape Library Performance of the Tape Drive Tape Drive Storage Capacity N1530A Up to 800 gigabytes (GB) on an Ultirum 3 data cartridge M8608A Up to 1.6 terabytes (TB) on an Ultrium 4 tape cartridge CT9841FC-1 Up to 120 gigabytes (GB) on a 9840 data cartridge M8503 Up to 800 gigabytes on (GB) on an Ultrium 3 cartridge Performance of the Tape Drive The N1530A, CT9841FC-1, M8503, and M8608A tape drives store and share information reliably and quickly.
8 Configuring the CTL700 Tape Library for the NonStop S-Series Server The section covers: Supported Connections 8-1 Adding the Control Path and the Data Path 8-2 Supported Connections You can attach the CTL700 tape library’s control path and data path (N1530A tape drive) to a NonStop S-series server using one of the following: • • • ServerNet/DA IOMF 2 CRU PMF CRU Note. The control path is used to control the robot and the data path (N1530A) is used to control the tape drive(s).
Configuring the CTL700 Tape Library for the NonStop S-Series Server Adding the Control Path and the Data Path Adding the Control Path and the Data Path ServerNet/DA To add the control path to the server configuration database, use the SCF ADD SCSI command. Use the SCF ADD TAPE command to add the data path. Before issuing these commands, check that the tape drive(s) and tape library are installed properly.
Configuring the CTL700 Tape Library for the NonStop S-Series Server PMF CRU PMF CRU To add the control path to the server configuration database, use the SCF ADD SCSI command. Use the SCF ADD TAPE command to add the data path. Before issuing these commands, check that the tape drive(s) and tape library are installed properly.
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9 Managing Tape Drives This section covers: Using SCF With a Tape Drive or Tape Library 9-1 Using BACKUP and RESTORE 9-7 Using Labeled and Unlabeled Tapes 9-10 Controlling Data Compression 9-12 Programming and Configuration Considerations 9-17 Using SCF With a Tape Drive or Tape Library Use the Subsystem Control Facility (SCF) to perform various maintenance operations on tape drives and other peripheral devices.
Checking the Status of the Tape Devices Managing Tape Drives Object-spec Specifies one of the following combinations of object type and object name: Object Type Object Name SCSI $device-name SCSI $device-name-path SUBSYS $sto-mgr TAPE $tape-name Wild-card characters are supported. STATUS SCSI Command This subsection describes the STATUS SCSI command for Open SCSI devices. The command syntax is: STATUS SCSI $ device-name [ -P | -B ] $ device-name specifies the name of the Open SCSI I/O process.
Bringing Up a Tape Drive Using SCF Managing Tape Drives STATUS TAPE Command This subsection describes the details about the STATUS TAPE command.
Bringing Up a Tape Drive Using SCF Managing Tape Drives SPECIAL specifies that the object starts in the SERVICING state, substate SPECIAL. To restart an object in the SERVICING state, issue a RESET command followed by a START command object-spec specifies one of these combinations of object type and object name: Object Type Object Name SCSI $device-name SCSI $devicename-path TAPE $tape-name START SCSI Command This subsection describes the START SCSI command.
Bring Down a Cartridge Tape Drive Managing Tape Drives START TAPE Command This subsection describes the START TAPE command. Use the START TAPE command to assign a tape drive to a specific NonStop system. The command syntax is: START TAPE $tape-name Wild-card characters are supported.
Bring Down a Cartridge Tape Drive Managing Tape Drives STOP Command Syntax The syntax for the STOP command is: STOP [ /OUT file-spec/ ] [object-spec ] [ , FORCED ] [ , SEL state ] OUT file-spec directs all SCF output generated for this command to the specified file. FORCED specifies that the command should be executed without any interaction with the user, even if files are open on the device. SCF does not prompt the operator for confirmation.
Using BACKUP and RESTORE Managing Tape Drives Wild-card characters are supported. Examples Using STOP SCSI The following examples illustrate the STOP SCSI command: • To stop access to the backup path of the Open SCSI device $DEV1, type: -> STOP $DEV1-B • To stop access to all paths of the Open SCSI device $DEV00, type: -> STOP $DEV00 STOP TAPE Command The STOP TAPE command stops access to the specified tape drive.
Using Multiple Cartridges Managing Tape Drives Backing Up Disk Files to Tape The following example copies all files from the $DISK1.USER2 subvolume to the tape on the tape drive name $TAPE1. The NOPROMPT option instructs the host system not to prompt the user before writing to each tape. This option is useful when the backup requires more than one cartridge, and the process utilizes a label tape environment: ->BACKUP $TAPE1, $DISK1.USER2.
Using Multiple Cartridges Managing Tape Drives If a BACKUP operation requires additional cartridges and the requested cartridge is not in the tape library, the cartridges already written must be removed (Dismount, Eject), and the requested tape cartridge must be loaded into the CAP. Restoring Tape Files to Disk Use the RESTORE utility to copy files from magnetic tape to disk.
Using Labeled and Unlabeled Tapes Managing Tape Drives Using the NOUNLOAD Option The NOUNLOAD option directs the BACKUP utility to rewind the final tape and leave it online in the drive when the BACKUP process is completed. If the NOUNLOAD option in the BACKUP command is not specified, the robot returns the last cartridge tape to its slot within the tape library when the drive is finished writing to the tape. The robot then loads the next cartridge requested. -> BACKUP $TAPE1, $MYDISK.MYVOL.
Getting More Information About Labeled-Tape Processing Managing Tape Drives Getting More Information About Labeled-Tape Processing For more information about… Read… Enabling labeled-tape processing SCF Reference Manual for the Storage Subsystem Managing labeledtape processing Guardian User's Guide MEDIACOM and tape-label formats DSM/Tape Catalog Operator Interface (MEDIACOM) Manual BACKUP utility, RESTORE utility, or TAPECOM utility Guardian Disk and Tape Utilities Reference Manual FUP utility
Setting Up Labeled-Tape Operations Using SCF Managing Tape Drives Setting Up Labeled-Tape Operations Using SCF If you plan to use labeled-tape operations, use the ALTER SUBSYS command to set this option: • To turn on labeled-tape processing, enter at a TACL prompt: -> SCF -> STOP TAPE $* (Stops all tape operation) -> ALTER $ZZSTO, LABELTAPE ON -> START TAPE $* -> EXIT -> ZSERVER /NAME $ZSVR, NOWAIT, CPU primary-cpu / backup-cpu • To turn off labeled-tape processing, at a TACL prompt: -> STOP $ZSVR (St
Controlling Data Compression Managing Tape Drives Table 9-1. Methods for Controlling Data Compression Method Description MEDIACOM The MEDIACOM ALTER MEDIADEFS command sets a systemwide default. The CLASS TAPECATALOG DEFINE command The CLASS TAPECATALOG DEFINE can specify the compression default for one job. (It overrides the current systemwide default.) The SETMODE 162 procedure call The SETMODE 162 procedure call can specify the compression mode for one write command.
Controlling Data Compression Managing Tape Drives 3. Set compression on or off. For example: a. To set compression on by default: MC> ALTER MEDIADEFS, COMPRESSION IDRC b. To set compression off by default: MC> ALTER MEDIADEFS, COMPRESSION OFF 4. Enter EXIT to exit MEDIACOM and return to the TACL prompt: MC> EXIT -> For more information about MEDIACOM and the ALTER MEDIADEFS command, see the DSM/Tape Catalog Operator Interface (MEDIACOM) Manual.
Controlling Data Compression Managing Tape Drives COMPRESSION { ON | OFF } Overrides the systemwide default compression specification on a job-by-job basis for any tape in the tape drive. Compression can be set ON or OFF. Notes. • • • • After executing a CLASS TAPECATALOG DEFINE, the system returns to the systemwide default specification for the next job.
Using SETMODE 162 to Control Compression Mode Managing Tape Drives Example 3 This example for an unlabeled tape shows a BACKUP command that does not use a DEFINE. In this case, the tape drive writes data using the systemwide default compression specification. ->BACKUP $TAPE, $DATA.*.* Example 4 This example for a labeled tape shows a File Utility Program (FUP) command that uses a CLASS TAPECATALOG DEFINE NAMED =FUPOUT to turn compression on (IDRC).
Programming and Configuration Considerations Managing Tape Drives Programming and Configuration Considerations Choosing Block Size 56 kilobytes is the largest data record that can be created when writing to tape. However, if you want to create block sizes that can be read by most NonStop systems, tape drives and control units should not create data records larger than 32,767 bytes (32 kilobytes minus 1 byte).
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A Configuring the CTL700 Tape Library for the NonStop NS-Series Server This section covers: Fibre Channel ServerNet Adapter Connection A-1 Configuring the SCSI Control Path A-2 Configuring Fibre Channel Tape Drives A-3 Configuring the NonStop NS-Series Server to the CTL7FC Fibre Channel Interface Card A-9 Fibre Channel ServerNet Adapter Connection You can attach the tape library’s control path and data path (CT9841FC-1, M8503, M8608A tape drives) to a Fibre Channel ServerNet adapter (FCSA) on a NonS
Configuring the CTL700 Tape Library for the NonStop NS-Series Server Configuring the SCSI Control Path Configuring the SCSI Control Path 1. In SCF, issue this command: SCF> ADD SCSI $scsi, SENDTO STORAGE, PRIMARYLOCATION (group, module, slot), PRIMARYSAC sac-id, PRIMARYPORTNAME 64-bitportname, LUN lun-id Example: SCF> ADD SCSI $CTL700, SENDTO STORAGE, PRIMARYLOCATION (110,2,3), PRIMARYSAC 1, PRIMARYPORTNAME 100000E00D00F000, LUN 0 Note. LUN in SCF should be 0 for the tape library that is on Bus 0.
Configuring the CTL700 Tape Library for the NonStop NS-Series Server Configuring Fibre Channel Tape Drives Example: SCF> START SCSI $CTL700 Configuring Fibre Channel Tape Drives Follow steps 1-10 to navigate through the tape library’s menu configuration to view the PORTNAME of the tape drive that you want to configure. The purpose of viewing the tape drive’s PORTNAME is because it will be added to the SCF configuration in step 11 on page A-8. 1.
Configuring the CTL700 Tape Library for the NonStop NS-Series Server Configuring Fibre Channel Tape Drives 3. Press the Menu key on the control panel and the Main Menu will appear. 4. Scroll down to Drive Info on the Main Menu by using the down key on the control panel as shown in Figure A-3. Figure A-3. Main Menu 5. Press the Select key on the control panel for Drive Info. 6. Select the tape drive that you need to configure by using the up or down arrows on the control panel.
Configuring the CTL700 Tape Library for the NonStop NS-Series Server Configuring Fibre Channel Tape Drives Figure A-4. Drive Info 7. Press the Select key on the control panel and the Drive Information screen will appear as shown in Figure A-5 on page A-6.
Configuring the CTL700 Tape Library for the NonStop NS-Series Server Configuring Fibre Channel Tape Drives Figure A-5. Drive Information 8. Press the Select key on the control panel for WWN Drive Info, and the WNN Drive Information will appear as shown in Figure A-6 on page A-7.
Configuring the CTL700 Tape Library for the NonStop NS-Series Server Configuring Fibre Channel Tape Drives Figure A-6. WWN Drive Info 9. Choose the tape drive’s port that the fiber cable is plugged into. In this example the fiber cable is plugged into Port A on the tape drive. The WWN for Port A is 500104F00075994E. This number will be used for the PORTNAME in Step 11. 10. Press the Menu key on the control panel four times to exit the menu.
Configuring the CTL700 Tape Library for the NonStop NS-Series Server Configuring Fibre Channel Tape Drives 11. In SCF, issue this command: SCF> ADD TAPE $tape, SENDTO STORAGE, LOCATION (group, module, slot), SAC sac-id, PORTNAME 64-bit-portname, LUN lun-id Example: SCF> ADD TAPE $TAPE1, SENDTO STORAGE, LOCATION (110,2,3), SAC 1, PORTNAME 500104F00075994E, LUN 0 Note. The LUN (logical unit number) for all Fibre Channel tape storage devices directly attached to the NonStop NS-series server is 0. 12.
Configuring the CTL700 Tape Library for the NonStop NS-Series Server Configuring the NonStop NS-Series Server to the CTL7FC Fibre Channel Interface Card Configuring the NonStop NS-Series Server to the CTL7FC Fibre Channel Interface Card Figure A-7 shows how a CTL7FC Fibre Channel interface card is configured with a NonStop NS-series server. The CTL7FC Fibre Channel interface card is located inside the front right access door of the CTL700 tape library. Figure A-7.
Configuring the CTL700 Tape Library for the NonStop NS-Series Server Configuring the NonStop NS-Series Server to the CTL7FC Fibre Channel Interface Card Figure A-8.
Configuring the CTL700 Tape Library for the NonStop NS-Series Server Adding the Control Path Adding the Control Path Note. To obtain the portname number for your control path, contact a service representative from STK. The portname number that is used in this section is used only for an example.
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B Configuring the CTL700 Tape Library for the NonStop S-Series Server With the IOAM Enclosure The section covers: Configuration Overview B-1 Adding the Control Path and Data Path B-1 Configuration Overview You can attach the tape library (control path and data path) to a NonStop S-series server via an IOAM enclosure. The tape library attaches to the FCSA (Fibre Channel ServerNet adapter) in the IOAM enclosure.
Configuring the CTL700 Tape Library for the NonStop S-Series Server With the IOAM Enclosure Adding the Control Path and Data Path To add the data path: Note. WWN (portname) for each port will be labeled on the back of each tape drive. 1. In SCF, issue this command: SCF> ADD TAPE $tape, SENDTO STORAGE, LOCATION (group, module, slot), SAC sac-id, PORTNAME 64-bit-portname, LUN lun-id Example: SCF> ADD TAPE $M8503, SENDTO STORAGE, LOCATION (110,2,2), SAC 2, LUN 0, PORT 50060B00002E69CD Note.
C Configuring the CTL700 Tape Library for the NonStop BladeSystem Server This section covers: Configuration Overview C-1 Adding the Control Path and Data Path C-1 Start the Tape Library and Tape Drive C-2 Verify the Tape Configuration C-2 Troubleshoot the Tape Configuration C-3 Configuration Overview NonStop BladeSystems can connect to the tape library by means of a CLIM (CLuster I/O Module).
Configuring the CTL700 Tape Library for the NonStop BladeSystem Server Start the Tape Library and Tape Drive Start the Tape Library and Tape Drive After the tape library is added, use the START command to start it: -> START SCSI $CTL700 After the tape drive is added, use the START command to start it: -> START TAPE $M8608A Verify the Tape Configuration To check that the tape drive was successfully added, issue the SCF STATUS tapename, detail command: ->STATUS TAPE $M8608A, DETAIL STORAGE - DETAILED ST
Configuring the CTL700 Tape Library for the NonStop BladeSystem Server Troubleshoot the Tape Configuration Troubleshoot the Tape Configuration • • Check that the processes on the CLIM are running and if they are not, start them. If either of these conditions occur: ° The SCF STATUS CLIM $ZZCIP.
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Safety and Compliance This sections contains three types of required safety and compliance statements: • • • Regulatory compliance Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment (WEEE) Safety Regulatory Compliance Statements The following regulatory compliance statements apply to the products documented by this manual. FCC Compliance 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.
Regulatory Compliance Statements Safety and Compliance Korea MIC Compliance Taiwan (BSMI) Compliance Japan (VCCI) Compliance This is a Class A product based on the standard or the Voluntary Control Council for Interference by Information Technology Equipment (VCCI). If this equipment is used in a domestic environment, radio disturbance may occur, in which case the user may be required to take corrective actions.
Regulatory Compliance Statements Safety and Compliance European Union Notice Products with the CE Marking comply with both the EMC Directive (89/336/EEC) and the Low Voltage Directive (73/23/EEC) issued by the Commission of the European Community.
SAFETY CAUTION Safety and Compliance SAFETY CAUTION The following icon or caution statements may be placed on equipment to indicate the presence of potentially hazardous conditions: DUAL POWER CORDS CAUTION: “THIS UNIT HAS MORE THAN ONE POWER SUPPLY CORD. DISCONNECT ALL POWER SUPPLY CORDS TO COMPLETELY REMOVE POWER FROM THIS UNIT." "ATTENTION: CET APPAREIL COMPORTE PLUS D'UN CORDON D'ALIMENTATION. DÉBRANCHER TOUS LES CORDONS D'ALIMENTATION AFIN DE COUPER COMPLÈTEMENT L'ALIMENTATION DE CET ÉQUIPEMENT".
Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment (WEEE) Safety and Compliance HIGH LEAKAGE CURRENT To reduce the risk of electric shock due to high leakage currents, a reliable grounded (earthed) connection should be checked before servicing the power distribution unit (PDU).
Safety and Compliance Important Safety Information L700 (CTL700) Installation and User’s Guide —527338-008 Statements -6
Index A cables 3-7 SCSI cable paths 3-7 SCSI control connection 3-7 post installation 3-12 power cables 3-10 SCSI drive connections 3-9 AC power distribution units 1-3 Alignment pins 3-3 B Backup and restore 9-7 L C Cable routing (diagram) 2-3 Cables 3-7 Cartridge access port 1-1, 6-1 Compression 9-12 Configuration PMF CRU 8-3 ServerNet/DA 8-2 tape drive 8-2 Configuring considerations 9-17 Control 8-2 CTL700 unpacking 2-4 Labeled-tape processing 9-11 Leveling bolts 3-3 M MEDIACOM utility 9-10 MPC car
T Index bringing up a tape drive 9-3 SCSI status 9-2 start command 9-3 start SCSI command 9-4 status of tape devices 9-1 stop command 9-5 stop SCSI command 9-6 using with a tape drive or library 9-1 SCSI bus terminating 3-12 SCSI cable paths 3-7 SCSI control connection 3-7 SCSI control path 3-7 SCSI data path 3-7 SCSI drive connections 3-9 Server connection 3-8 SPARC 5 3-7 Sun microsystems server 3-8 U Unpacking preparation 2-3 Unpacking the CTL700 2-4 interior 2-7 positioning 2-6 removing from pallet 2-
