HP StorageWorks MSL2024 Tape Library getting started guide (AH559-96001, March 2007)

Use the front panel Operations > Unlock Left Magazine

option to release the left magazine. Pull the magazine

straight out of the front of the Library.

Insert the tape cartridges into the slots. If you want to

use the mailslot feature, leave the bottom slot in the

front of the magazine empty.

Replace the magazine in the Library.

Repeat for the right magazine. The right magazine does

not have a mailslot.

Loading cartridges

NOTE: When the mailslot is disabled, the mailslot

becomes Slot 1 and all other slots are renumbered.

1. Use the HP StorageWorks Library & Tape Tools (L&TT)

to verify the installation and check the Library and

drive firmware.

2. Use the L&TT to update the firmware if necessary.

You can download the latest L&TT from

http://www.hp.com/support/tapetools.

Verifying the installation

IMPORTANT! The misuse and misunderstanding of

bar code technology can result in backup and restore

failures. To ensure that your bar codes meet HP’s quality

standards, always purchase them from an approved

supplier and never print bar code labels yourself.

For more information, refer to the Bar Code Label

Requirements, Compatibility and Usage white paper

available from http://www.hp.com/support.

Ultrium tape cartridges have a recessed area located

on the face of the cartridge next to the write-protect

switch. Use this area for attaching the adhesive-backed

bar code label. Only apply labels as designated.

Attaching a bar code label to each tape cartridge

enables the Library and application software to identify

the cartridge quickly, thereby speeding up inventory

time. Make it a practice to use bar code labels on your

tape cartridges.

Labeling tape cartridges

Mailslot