HP StoreEver MSL2024, MSL4048, MSL8048, and MSL8096 Tape Libraries User and Service Guide (AK378-96059, December 2012)

2. If you are using a cable with a single connector on each end, attach the other end into the
connector on the tape drive.
If you are using a SAS fanout cable, attach one mini-SAS connector into the connector on
each tape drive. The unused ends of the SAS fanout cable are single channel and not suitable
for use with disk arrays. Use the other ends to connect tape drives, or coil and secure them
to the rack to minimize stress on the connectors.
NOTE: Each of the tape drives uses one channel and the HP cable recommended for use
with the library maps each of the four channels from the HBA to one channel on the drive
end.
You can plug any of the four drive connectors into any tape drive.
TIP: Mini-SAS connectors are keyed. Do not force a SAS cable's mini-SAS connector into
the tape drive mini-SAS connector because it might be keyed differently.
NOTE: SAS signal rates require clean connections between the HBA and tape drive. Do not use
adapters or converters between the HBA and the tape drive. For reliable operation, use a maximum
SAS cable length of six meters.
Powering on the device
WARNING! This product can only be used with an HP-approved power cord for your specific
geographic region. Use of a non-HP-approved power cord may result in: 1) not meeting individual
country specific safety requirements; 2) insufficient conductor ampacity that could result in
overheating with potential personal injury and/or property damage; and 3) an unapproved power
cord could fracture resulting in the internal contacts being exposed, which potentially could subject
the user to a shock hazard. HP disclaims all liability in the event a non-HP-approved power cord
is used.
To power on the library:
1. To use the web-based management interface, connect an Ethernet cable to a working LAN
connection and to the Ethernet connector on the back of the library.
2. Attach the power cable to the power connector on the back panel of the library (see
Figure 49 (page 53)).
Figure 49 Attaching the power cord
3. Plug the power cable into the nearest properly grounded power outlet.
4. Power on the device by pressing the power button located on the front panel. Check the LCD
screen to make sure it has power. If not, check the power connections and your power source.
During the Power On Self Test (POST), all four LEDs are illuminated briefly, followed by a
flashing Ready LED. When the initialization sequence is complete, the Home screen is
displayed. If the inventory takes over five minutes, the splash screen is displayed. Press any
button to see the Home screen.
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