1/8 G2 AUTOLOADER FW v3.50 RELEASE NOTES (AK377-96019, May 2011)

Version: 3.50
Description
This release includes updated firmware for the HP StorageWorks 1/8 G2 Tape Autoloader .
The Autoloader firmware can be updated through any of the following methods:
• Remote management interface (RMI).
• Operator control panel (OCP) using a USB flash drive.
• HP Library and Tape Tools (L&TT).
Autoloader firmware version 3.50
Compatible robotics firmware version 2.40e
Update recommendation Recommended
Supersedes All previous versions of Autoloader firmware.
Product models
All HP StorageWorks 1/8 G2 Tape Autoloaders
Languages
• English (American)
• English (International)
Enhancements
• Added notification for TLS/SSL email notification.
• Improved error recovery and error messages for robotics errors.
Fixes
• Fixed incorrect error messages when an Encryption Kit PIN is entered that is shorter than the required
eight characters. Now, the correct response At least 8 characters are required for
PIN! is displayed on an RMI screen dialog. Prior versions could display either The entered
PIN is too long. A maximum of 15 characters are allowed for PIN! or In-
valid key server token PIN is entered.
• Fixed a case where the Autoloader appears unresponsive after changing the network mode from
IPv4 to IPv6 and then pressing the delete button to delete the IPv6 Static Assigned Addresses.
• Fixed a case where the Autoloader does not load the next tape after a cleaning tape is returned
to its original storage slot when the device is configured in Sequentional Mode.
• Fixed a case when the Autoloader appears unresponsive after an OCP move command with all
magazine slots filled when a cartridge is moved from the mailslot to a drive and another move
command attempts to move a cartridge from a different storage location to the mailslot. This version
does not allow this invalid move, reporting Dest Not Valid on the OCP.
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