HP StoreEver MSL2024 Tape Library Getting Started (AK378-96060, December 2012)

14 Magazine release
When possible, release the magazines from the OCP
or RMI. If you must remove the magazines when the
library is not powered on: 1) insert a straightened
paper clip or small pin about 1.5 cm (0.6 inch) into
the magazine release hole, while 2) another person
pulls out the magazine from that side.
IMPORTANT: Do not force the pin once you
encounter resistance. Doing so can damage the
library.
15 Labeling tape cartridges
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.
Ultrium tape cartridges have a recessed area located
on the face of the cartridge next to the write-protect
switch. Use only this recessed area for attaching the
adhesive-backed bar code label. Only apply labels
as designated.
IMPORTANT: The misuse and
misunderstanding of bar code technology can
result in backup and restore failures. To ensure
that your bar codes meet HP 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
16 Loading cartridges
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. If requested,
provide the administrator password to access the
magazines.
Insert the tape cartridges into the slots. By default, the
slots are numbered 1 to 24, starting with the bottom
front left slot.
To use the mailslot feature, leave the bottom slot in the
front of the left magazine empty. The rest of the slot
numbers are adjusted as shown.
NOTE: When the mailslot is disabled, the
mailslot becomes slot 1 and all other slots are
renumbered.
Replace the magazine in the library.
Repeat for the right magazine. The right magazine
does not have a mailslot.
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