HP StoreEver MSL6480 Tape Library Module Expansion Module Flyer

IMPORTANT

Read this page to avoid common installation problems with the HP StoreEver MSL6480 Tape Library

expansion module.

General notes

CAUTION: When opening a magazine, wait until the OCP says that the magazine is unlocked

before attempting to remove it. Pulling on the handle while the library is unlocking the magazine

might damage the library.

NOTE: For increased reliability, when using an expansion module verify that the library is running

4.10 or later firmware.

• For proper operation, the library requires that both a top and bottom library cover plate be installed.

• Do not place anything on the top library cover plate; the weight will cause errors in the library operation.

• Before beginning the installation, plan the placement of modules in the rack. See the getting started

guide included with the base module or the user guide for planning information.

Before installing a module in the rack

Perform a soft power down using the front power button and then look inside the base module window to

verify that the robotic assembly is behind the Operator Control Panel (OCP). If you do not see the robotic

assembly completely in the base module, see the HP StoreEver MSL6480 Tape Library User and Service

Guide for additional troubleshooting information and procedures before proceeding.

Verify that the rack is level front to back and side to side before installing a module into the rack. Racks that

are not level can prevent the modules from aligning properly.

Moving library cover plates

When installing the new expansion module, you must move a library cover plate from the existing top or

bottom module to the new expansion module. However, do not move the bottom library cover plate until

you have performed a soft power down, which will park and lock the robot.

Firmware update

HP recommends always updating the library to the latest firmware version. You can download the latest

library firmware from the HP Support website: www.hp.com/support.

If you plan to update the firmware from the library operator control panel (OCP), copy the library firmware

image onto a FAT-32 formatted USB flash drive and then insert the USB flash drive into one of the library

*QU625-96330*

The information in this document is subject to change without notice.

HP Part Number: QU625-96330

Published: June 2014

Edition: 4

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IMPORTANT Read this page to avoid common installation problems with the HP StoreEver MSL6480 Tape Library expansion module. General notes CAUTION: When opening a magazine, wait until the OCP says that the magazine is unlocked before attempting to remove it. Pulling on the handle while the library is unlocking the magazine might damage the library. NOTE: For increased reliability, when using an expansion module verify that the library is running 4.10 or later firmware.
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USB ports. You can update firmware from the OCP or the remote management interface (RMI) Maintenance > Software Upgrades > System Firmware screen. For more information Product documentation available from http://h20565.www2.hp.com/portal/site/hpsc/public/psi/ manualsResults/?sp4ts.oid=5386549 • HP StoreEver MSL6480 Tape Library Getting Started Guide — Illustrated installation instructions. The getting started guide is also included on the CD shipped with the product.