Document 9871 9360/30/15/12 Automated Cartridge System Hardware Operator’s Guide
9360/30/15/12 Automated Cartridge System Hardware Operator’s Guide
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List of Pages Document Title: 9360/30/15/12 ACS Hardware Operator’s Guide Document Part Number: 9871 Original Issue: Aug.
Summary of Changes 45 770 EC Number Date Type 45770 August 1993 Original Issue 111379 January 2000 Ninth Edition Refer to this edition for a description of changes. 111632 March 2001 Tenth Edition Added T9940 tape drive and cartridge information.
Contents List of Pages . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . iii Summary of Changes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . iv Contents . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . v Figures . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ix Tables . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Contents LSM Safety Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Tape Drives . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Cartridge Subsystem . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9741 Drive Cabinet . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Contents Locating a Cartridge in the Storage Cells . . . . . . . . . . . . . Removing a Cartridge from the Hand Assembly . . . . . . . Performing Manual Mounts–Host Software Component . . Resetting the Transport Display . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Setting Transport Display Intensity . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Locating a Cartridge in the LSM . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Cartridge Location in the Console Message . . . . . Cartridge Location on the Message Display Panel .
Contents Index . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Figures Figure Figure Figure Figure Figure Figure Figure Figure Figure Figure Figure Figure Figure Figure Figure Figure Figure Figure Figure Figure Figure Figure Figure Figure Figure Figure Figure Figure Figure Figure Figure Figure Figure Figure Figure Figure 9871 1-1. 9360 LSM with Attached 9315 EM and Cartridge Drive . . . 1-2. 9360 Library Storage Module, Top View . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-3. 9360 LSM Robotic Components . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-1. LSM Operator Panel . . . . . . . . .
Figures Figure Figure Figure Figure Figure Figure Figure Figure Figure Figure Figure Figure Figure Figure Figure x A-4. SD-3 Cartridge Locations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . A-5. 9840 Cartridge Locations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . A-6. T9940 Cartridge Locations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . A-7. 3480 Cartridge Label Locations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . A-8. ETape Cartridge Label Locations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . A-9.
Tables Table 2-1. LSM Operator Panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-3 Table 2-2. LSM Operator Panel Status Screen . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-6 Table 2-3. 4xxx CD Message Display and Operator Switch Assembly . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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Preface This guide describes how to operate the 9360 library storage module (LSM). It is intended primarily for data center operators who operate the LSM. System programmers and computer system administrators might also find the information in this guide useful. ■ Organization This guide has four chapters and one appendix: Chapter 1 “General Information” describes the hardware components in the Nearline Automated Cartridge Subsystem (ACS).
Preface ■ Comments and Suggestions A Reader’s Comment Form at the back of this publication lets you communicate suggestions or requests for change. StorageTek encourages and appreciates reader feedback. StorageTek employees with access to Portal may complete an online Reader’s Comment Form. Point your browser to: http://sts.stortek.com/sts/tis/tisrcf.htm ■ Alert Messages Alert messages signal the reader to special information pertaining to a concept, a procedure, or other information.
Preface StorageTek Cartridge Subsystems Part Number SD-3 Cartridge Subsystem Operator’s Guide 9787 T9940 Tape Drive Operator’s Guide 95989 Software Publications Operator’s Guide (HSC MVS/XA-ESA Implementation) 4044265XX System Programmer’s Guide (HSC MVS/XA-ESA Implementation) 4044266XX Operator’s Reference Summary (HSC MVS/XA-ESA Implementation) 4044306XX HSC Messages and Codes 4044267XX Operator’s Guide (HSC VM Implementation) 4044292XX Operator’s Reference Summary (HSC VM Implementation)
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Notices Please read the following compliance and warning statements for this product. CAUTION: Potential equipment damage: Cables that connect peripherals must be shielded and grounded; refer to cable descriptions in the instruction manuals. Operation of this equipment with cables that are not shielded and not correctly grounded might result in interference to radio and TV reception. Changes or modifications to this equipment that are not expressly approved in advance by StorageTek will void the warranty.
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1 General Information This chapter describes the hardware components of the Nearline Automated Cartridge System (ACS) with the 9360 Library Storage Module (LSM). Figure 1-1 shows the 9360 LSM with an attached cartridge drive (CD) and the 9315 Electronics Module (EM). The following pages describe the hardware and software components that make up the Nearline ACS and briefly explain how each component functions. Figure 1-1.
Automated Cartridge System ■ Automated Cartridge System The Nearline ACS is a fully automated, cartridge-based, tape-library system. The operating system host software component or library server software sends a cartridge move request to an LMU. The Library Management Unit (LMU) sends the request to the Library Control Unit (LCU), which controls the electronics for the LSM robot. The robot retrieves stored cartridges and mounts them onto CDs or tape drives for read/write operations.
9360 Library Storage Module The LMU sends instructions to the LCU attached to the LSM designated in the move request. The LCU decodes the instructions into specific move commands, and sends the commands to the LSM robot, where they are executed. ■ 9360 Library Storage Module The LSM houses the cartridges and the robot. The 9360 LSM can be configured for three different storage capacities–approximately 500, 750, or 1000 cartridges.
9360 Library Storage Module Pass-thru Port When an ACS contains more than one LSM, the PTP connects a 9360 LSM to another 9360 LSM, or to a 4410, 9310, or Extended Store LSM. When a request is made to move a cartridge in one LSM to a drive or storage cell in another LSM, the robot in the source LSM delivers the cartridge to the PTP. The PTP transfers the cartridge to the receiving LSM.
9360 Library Storage Module Robot The robot moves cartridges between the storage cells and the drives. The robot consists of a theta assembly, Z mechanism, and hand assembly. Figure 1-3 shows these components. Theta Assembly The theta assembly consists of a vertical shaft that moves the hand assembly in a circle. The theta assembly is supported at the center of rotation on a stationary vertical pedestal, which is secured to the floor of the LSM. Figure 1-3.
9360 Library Storage Module Z Mechanism The Z mechanism is attached to the theta assembly. The Z mechanism moves the hand assembly vertically along the cells and cartridge drives/tape drives in the LSM. Hand Assembly The hand assembly grasps a cartridge and delivers it to the designated location, such as a CAP or drive. The hand grasps the cartridge even if the LSM is powered-off in an emergency, or if the system loses power.
Tape Drives Internal Fire Suppression System Ports The LSM contains two ports to which the user may connect a fire suppression system. This system, as well as its controls and sensors, is supplied by a thirdparty vendor. A StorageTek marketing representative can provide more information. Robot Obstruction Search During initialization, the robot moves slowly and sweeps through its full range of motion. In this mode, current to the theta motor is limited, and you can stop the robot with your hand.
Tape Drives Cartridge Subsystem There are two designs for cartridge subsystems. One design covers the 4480 and 4490 product lines while a second design covers the 9490 and SD-3 product lines. The 4480 or 4490 cartridge subsystem consists of one or two CDs within a cabinet and one control unit (CU), each one in a separate cabinet. A CD can have two or four transports, and it is cabled to the CU. The control unit is the controller/interface between the CDs and the input/output (I/O) channels.
Controls and Indicators 2 This chapter shows the locations and describes the functions of the: • Library Storage Module (LSM) operator panel • Cartridge drive operator panel inside the LSM • Emergency power-off (EPO) switches • Power switch for the Library Management Unit (LMU) Use the LSM operator panel to monitor and execute the various operations associated with the LSM.
LSM Operator Panel Figure 2-1.
LSM Operator Panel Table 2-1. LSM Operator Panel Item1 Label 1 Type Function LCD Screen Displays diagnostic and initialization messages. Displays OFFLINE when initialization is complete. Displays status information about the LSM, CAPs, and PCAP when the LSM is online. See Figure 2-2 on page 2-5 and Table 2-2 on page 2-6 for a complete description of this display screen. 2 ONLINE Indicator Lights when the LSM is online. 3 OFFLINE Indicator Lights when the LSM is offline.
LSM Operator Panel Table 2-1. LSM Operator Panel (Continued) Item1 Label Type Function 8 RESET Switch Sends an interrupt message to the LCU software. This switch initiates an error dump of the memory contents in the LCU. Note: When the memory dump is complete, you must IPL the LSM. 9 IPL Switch/ Indicator Switch: Resets LSM hardware and initiates an IPL process. Indicator: Lights when an IPL process is being performed. 10 PROC ACTIVE2 Indicator Lights if processor is functioning.
LSM Operator Panel Figure 2-2.
LSM Operator Panel Table 2-2. LSM Operator Panel Status Screen Item 1 1 Category Description Status FUNC : INIT Indicates that the LSM is performing initialization routines. These routines are performed when the LSM has been powered-on, when the access door has been closed, or when the IPL or the RESET switch has been pressed. When the panel shows FUNC : INIT, the display area shows diagnostic messages generated during initialization. FUNC : OFFL Indicates that the LSM is offline.
LSM Operator Panel Table 2-2. LSM Operator Panel Status Screen Item 5 1 Category Description Status Shows the status of the CAPs and prompts you to perform enter or eject activities. CAP 0 is the standard CAP. The CAP 1 display area is active when the LSM uses the optional 30 cartridge CAP. LOCKED Lights when no CAP operations are in progress, or when the CAP doors are closed after an enter or eject operation.
LSM Operator Panel Table 2-2. LSM Operator Panel Status Screen Item 6 1 Category Description Status Shows the status of the PCAP and displays prompts for you to perform enter or eject activities. LOCKED Lights when no PCAP operation is in progress or when the PCAP door is closed after an enter or eject operation.
LSM Operator Panel Table 2-2. LSM Operator Panel Status Screen Item 7 1 Category Description Indicator Rectangular boxes show the number and location of magazines in the CAP. If the top magazines are not in CAP 0 or CAP 1, the boxes for those magazines are not shown. If the bottom magazines are not in CAP 0 or CAP 1, the display does not show any boxes, even if the top magazines are in place.
Cartridge Drive Operator Panel Table 2-2. LSM Operator Panel Status Screen Item 1 10 Category Description Softkey The second softkey from the left is not implemented. CONTINUE During initialization diagnostics, this switch clears a nonfatal diagnostic failure condition and allows initialization to continue. LIGHTS Toggles the two LSM ceiling lights on and off. The switch on the TWS card must be in position 3 to activate this. LSM INFO Displays the level of microcode installed.
Cartridge Drive Operator Panel Figure 2-3.
Cartridge Drive Operator Panel Table 2-3. 4xxx CD Message Display and Operator Switch Assembly 1 Label Type Function 1 SELECT Green Light Bar When lit, the transport is selected by the control unit. 2 OPERATOR Red Light Bar Flashes on and off when you need to perform an action. 3 OFFLINE Yellow Light Bar Lit when the transport OFFLINE switch is pressed. This places the transport physically offline. 10-character alphanumeric display Displays transport messages.
Cartridge Drive Operator Panel Table 2-3. 4xxx CD Message Display and Operator Switch Assembly (Continued) Item 1 7 Label Type Function READY Momentary Switch Switch: Press this switch to set and reset the ready enable switch. Green LED Indicator: Lit when the ready enable switch is set. When the ready state is set, the transport is ready and the LED is lit. When the ready state is not set and the LED is not lit, the transport is prevented from becoming ready.
Cartridge Drive Operator Panel 9490 and SD-3 Operator Panel 9490 and SD-3 CTUs have a panel above the transport which integrates the display, switches, and indicators into a single unit. It has all of the switches and indicators of the 4xxx drives, but has two additional indicators. Indicator Description CLEAN Indicates when the transport needs to be cleaned. A cleaning cartridge should be loaded at the next opportunity. The indicator goes off when the cleaning cycle is complete.
Emergency Power-Off Switches ■ Emergency Power-Off Switches Note: Use the EPO switch only in an emergency. In an emergency, you can remove power immediately from the LSM and LCU, the LMU, and the cartridge subsystem. LSM EPO Switches The LSM has two red EPO switches. One switch is on the inside of the access door, as shown in Figure 2-4; the other switch is on the LSM operator panel, as shown in Figure 2-5 on page 2-16. Both switches remove power from all moving parts of the robot and the LCU.
Emergency Power-Off Switches Figure 2-5.
Emergency Power-Off Switches LMU Power Switch Note: Use the LMU power switch only in an emergency. See Figure 2-6 for the location of the power switch. Note: Some 9330 LMUs and 9315 EMs require a tool to open the front doors. Contact Customer Support Services if the unit needs to be opened. See the instructions at “Emergency Powering off” on page 3-3. Figure 2-6.
Emergency Power-Off Switches Cartridge Subsystem EPO Switch Note: The 9840/T9940 drive does not have an EPO switch. 4xxx EPO Switch Note: Use the EPO switch only in an emergency. See Figure 2-7 for the location of the EPO switch on the control unit. Pressing this switch immediately removes all power from the AC and DC power supplies, and from the attached cartridge drives. Note: This switch starts an uncontrolled power off and might cause a loss of data.
Emergency Power-Off Switches 9490 and SD-3 Unit Emergency Switch Note: Use the Unit Emergency switch only in an emergency. See Figure 2-8 for the location of the Unit Emergency switch on the rear of the cartridge drive. Pressing this switch immediately powers off the cartridge drive and all controller transport units. Note: This switch starts an uncontrolled power off and might cause a loss of data. See the instructions at “9490 and SD-3 Cartridge Drive” on page 3-8. Figure 2-8.
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Operating the 9360 LSM 3 This chapter contains the procedures for: • “Displaying LMU and LSM Status” • “Powering on and Powering off the LMU” • “Powering on and Powering off the LSM” on page 3-4 • “Powering off the Cartridge Subsystem” on page 3-7 • “Operating in Automated Mode” on page 3-9 • “Operating in Manual Mode” on page 3-17 ■ Displaying LMU and LSM Status Refer to your software user’s guide and enter the command at the operator console to display: • Current status of the Library Stora
Powering on and Powering off the Powering on To power on the LMU: 1. Open the front door of the 9330 LMU or 9315 EM. 2. Press the power switch on the LMU, as shown in Figure 3-1 on page 3-3. • The power indicator on the front of the LMU turns on. • The LMU performs a series of diagnostic routines and the service panel displays selftest and booting information. • The HARD DISK ACTIVE indicator turns on. • The PROCESSOR ACTIVE indicator turns on. 3.
Powering on and Powering off the Emergency Powering off Note: Use the following procedure only in an emergency. To power off the LMU in an emergency: 1. Open the front door of the 9330 LMU or 9315 EM. 2. Press the power switch on the LMU as shown in Figure 3-1. 3. Notify Customer Support Services to dispatch a service representative to restore power to the LSM as described in Chapter 4, “Obtaining Support.” Figure 3-1.
Powering on and Powering off the LSM ■ Powering on and Powering off the LSM The following pages describe how to power on and power off the LSM. The pages also provide IPL and emergency power off procedures. Powering on When power is applied to the LSM, the functional microcode on the LMU hard drive is downloaded from the LMU to the LCU. The microcode controls the robot. The LSM will not operate without this code. Note: The LMU must be powered on for the code to be downloaded to the LCU.
Powering on and Powering off the LSM • The panel displays PROM and boot diagnostic routines. • The panel displays Loading functional code. • The LSM performs an initialization routine. • The panel displays OFFLINE when the IPL is complete. Figure 3-2.
Powering on and Powering off the LSM 3. Refer to your software user’s guide and place the LSM online to perform automated operations. When the LSM IPL is complete, the LSM establishes communication with the LMU. The LSM must be placed online to perform automated operations. Emergency Powering off Note: Use the following procedure only in an emergency. To power off an LSM in an emergency: 1.
Powering off the Cartridge Subsystem ■ Powering off the Cartridge Subsystem Note: The 9840/T9940 drive power switch is not accessible because the drive in located inside a locked cabinet. 4480/4490 Cartridge Subsystem CAUTION: LOSS OF DATA. Pressing the EPO switch starts an uncontrolled power off and might cause a loss of data. USE THE EPO SWITCH ONLY IN AN EMERGENCY. To power off a cartridge subsystem in an emergency: 1. Press the EPO switch on the control unit, as shown in Figure 3-4. 2.
Powering off the Cartridge Subsystem 9490 and SD-3 Cartridge Drive CAUTION: LOSS OF DATA. Pressing the Unit Emergency switch starts an uncontrolled power off and might cause a loss of data. USE THE UNIT EMERGENCY SWITCH ONLY IN AN EMERGENCY. To power off a cartridge drive in an emergency: 1. Locate the Unit Emergency switch on the power control panel at the rear of the cartridge drive. 2. Lift the plastic cover to allow access to the switch. 3. Press the red Unit Emergency switch, shown in Figure 3-5. 4.
Operating in Automated Mode ■ Operating in Automated Mode When the LSM is online and the robot is mounting and dismounting cartridges, you should monitor console messages and respond appropriately to make sure that the library continues to operate efficiently.
Operating in Automated Mode Entering Cartridges through the CAP To enter cartridges through the CAP: 1. Issue the enter command at the operator console. • The CAP status display area on the LSM operator panel displays ENTER. • The CAP door unlocks. 2. Open the CAP door by pulling the CAP latch as shown in Figure 3-6. • The panel displays Door Open, indicating that the CAP is open. Figure 3-6.
Operating in Automated Mode 3. Remove the CAP magazines from the LSM door. Lift the magazines up approximately 25.4 mm. (1 in.) and pull them out, as shown in Figure 3-7. Note: You can also add cartridges directly to the magazine cells without removing the magazines from the CAP. 4. Place a cartridge into a magazine cell as shown in Figure 3-8 on page 3-12.
Operating in Automated Mode Figure 3-8. Placing Cartridges into Magazine Cells CUSTOMER LABEL VOLSER LABEL E40252 7. Close the CAP door. • The panel displays LOCKED when the CAP door is closed and locked properly. • The rectangular boxes on the panel show horizontal dashes as the robot catalogs the CAP. The dashes indicate the number and location of cartridges in the CAP magazines. The two-digit display field next to the boxes also shows the number of cartridges placed in the CAP.
Operating in Automated Mode 8. Refer to your software user’s guide and restore the CAP to the locked position. Ejecting Cartridges through the CAP To eject cartridges through the CAP: 1. Issue the eject command at the operator console. • The CAP status display area on the LSM operator panel displays EJECT. • The robot places cartridges into the CAP until all specified cartridges are in the CAP or all CAP cells are filled.
Operating in Automated Mode Entering Cartridges through the PCAP To enter cartridges through the PCAP: 1. Issue the enter command at the operator console. • The PCAP status display area on the LSM operator panel displays ENTER. 2. Open the PCAP door as shown in Figure 3-9. • The panel displays Door Open. Figure 3-9.
Operating in Automated Mode 3. Place the cartridge into the PCAP as shown in Figure 3-10. Note: Insert the cartridge so that it lies flat, with the customer label on top and the VOLSER facing you. 4. Close the PCAP door. • The panel displays LOCKED. • The panel displays ??????, indicating that the VOLSER is unknown. • As the robot audits the PCAP, the panel displays the VOLSER of the cartridge entered and shows a dash in the rectangular box, indicating that a cartridge is present in the PCAP.
Operating in Automated Mode Ejecting Cartridges through the PCAP To eject a cartridge through the PCAP: 1. Issue the eject command at the operator console. • The robot places the cartridge into the PCAP. • The robot audits the PCAP. • The PCAP status display area on the LSM operator panel displays the VOLSER of the cartridge. • A dash in the rectangular box appears in the display area and indicates that a cartridge is present.
Operating in Manual Mode ■ Operating in Manual Mode The following pages contain operations you can perform when the LSM is in manual mode. Before starting any of these operations, you must take precautions against electrostatic discharge (ESD). Note: Even a small electrostatic discharge could damage an electrical component inside the library. A damaged component might not fail immediately, but over time, it will become worse, possibly causing an intermittent problem.
Operating in Manual Mode Figure 3-11.
Operating in Manual Mode Figure 3-12. LSM Access Door Latch and Door Lock Cover LSM ACCESS DOOR LATCH LAD SWITCH KEY LOCK DOOR LOCK COVER ! DOOR LOCK COVER (SHOWN OPEN) WARNING LABEL C40045 6. Enter the LSM with the LAD key. Taking the key inside the LSM prevents another person from closing and locking the access door after you enter. After you have opened an LSM door: CAUTION: COMPONENTS ARE SENSITIVE TO STATIC ELECTRICITY. MAKE SURE YOU TOUCH UNPAINTED METAL BEFORE REACHING INSIDE THE LIBRARY. 7.
Operating in Manual Mode Moving the Robot When you have opened the LSM access door, you might need to move the robot to make it easier to gain access to the stored cartridges or to the attached cartridge drives. Read and observe the following caution and warning notices before attempting to move any portion of the robot. CAUTION: ROBOT COMPONENT DAMAGE. • Body oils can corrode shiny polished surfaces or lubricated parts. DO NOT TOUCH POLISHED SURFACES OR LUBRICATED PARTS.
Operating in Manual Mode Raising and Lowering the Hand Assembly CAUTION: LSM PREVENTED FROM INITIALIZING. If you push the hand up too fast, the carriage belt slackens and can catch on the counterweight, which will prevent the LSM from initializing. MOVE THE HAND ASSEMBLY SLOWLY AND CAREFULLY. If you need to move the hand assembly vertically, slowly and carefully pull down or push up by grasping the brace beneath the hand, as shown in Figure 3-13.
Operating in Manual Mode Rotating the Theta Assembly CAUTION: EQUIPMENT DAMAGE. Theta assembly does not move a full 360 degrees. DO NOT FORCE THETA ASSEMBLY IF YOU MEET RESISTANCE WHILE TURNING IT. If you need to rotate the theta assembly, grasp it and carefully turn the assembly, as shown in Figure 3-14. Note: If the assembly meets resistance and stops before the desired position is reached, it has contacted a stopping mechanism (Figure 3-15 on page 3-23). Rotate the shaft in the opposite direction.
Operating in Manual Mode Figure 3-15. Limits for Rotating the Theta Assembly FIRST CD OR DRIVE CABINET ROBOT CARTRIDGE ACCESS PORTS STOP HERE OPTIONAL CD OR DRIVE CABINET LSM ACCESS DOOR C40049 Locating a Cartridge in the Storage Cells Figure 3-16 on page 3-24 through Figure 3-18 on page 3-26 show the locations of the panels, rows, and columns of the cartridge storage cells in the 9360 LSM. Refer to these figures to locate a cartridge in the LSM.
Operating in Manual Mode Figure 3-16.
PANEL 1 PANEL 2 PANEL 3 PANEL 4 ACCESS DOOR R O W S 0 COLUMNS 0 1 2 3 COLUMNS 0 1 4 5 COLUMNS 0 1 2 3 COLUMNS 4 5 0 1 2 3 COLUMNS 4 5 0 1 2 3 4 5 R O W S 0 TRANSPORT 0 PCAP TRANSPORT 1 10 10 CAP 0 0 TRANSPORT 2 Tenth Edition 20 20 TRANSPORT 3 1 30 30 DRIVE 0 MASTER CALIB.
PANEL 2 PANEL 3 PANEL 4 ACCESS DOOR R O W S 0 COLUMNS 1 0 2 3 COLUMNS 1 0 4 5 10 Tenth Edition 20 30 0 1 0 1 2 3 1 2 3 4 5 4 5 0 1 2 COLUMNS 4 5 T DRIVE 10 0 1 2 T DRIVE 11 T DRIVE 2 T DRIVE 12 T DRIVE 3 T DRIVE 13 T DRIVE 4 T DRIVE 14 CAP 0 T DRIVE 5 T DRIVE 15 0 T DRIVE 6 T DRIVE 16 T DRIVE 7 T DRIVE 17 T DRIVE 8 T DRIVE 18 T DRIVE 9 T DRIVE 19 0 3 4 5 R O W S 0 CAP 1 T DRIVE 1 0 PCAP 10 1 20 1 2 2 3 30 0 1 MASTER CALIB.
Operating in Manual Mode Removing a Cartridge from the Hand Assembly If the LSM goes offline due to a power failure, or the EPO switch has been pushed when the robot is moving a cartridge, the cartridge might be left in the hand assembly. You can remove it from the hand and manually mount it into a drive/transport for a read/write operation or into the CAP. Refer to your software user’s guide for a complete description of operating the LSM when it is offline.
Operating in Manual Mode Figure 3-19. Extending the Gripper Assembly REACH MECHANISM BELT DRIVE TAPE CARTRIDGE (SHOWN RETRACTED) C40061 Figure 3-20.
Operating in Manual Mode Performing Manual Mounts–Host Software Component The following pages describe how to perform manual mounts in an LSM that is offline. These procedures apply only to an ACS that is running under the host software component (HSC) version of the Nearline software. If your ACS is running under a non-host software component version, contact your systems administrator for manual mount information.
Operating in Manual Mode Figure 3-21.
Operating in Manual Mode When an unallocated transport is properly reset, this display appears: * Setting Transport Display Intensity Note: Only the 4480/4490 drives allow setting of the transport display intensity. To adjust the intensity of the transport display: 1. Press the REWIND and UNLOAD switches at the same time. Note: When the switches are held down, the display dims to the next level of intensity (100 percent, 50 percent, 25 percent, and off) every 2 seconds. 2.
Operating in Manual Mode An example of the location displayed is: 0 1 0 2 1 1 0 4 In the example, the cartridge is in LSM 01, Panel 02, Row 11, Column 4. Manually Mounting a Cartridge Before starting any of these operations, you must take precautions against ESD. Note: Even a small electrostatic discharge could damage an electrical component inside the library. A damaged component might not fail immediately, but over time, it will become worse, possibly causing an intermittent problem.
Operating in Manual Mode Figure 3-22.
Operating in Manual Mode Manually Dismounting a Cartridge Before starting any of these operations, you must take precautions against ESD. Note: Even a small electrostatic discharge could damage an electrical component inside the library. A damaged component might not fail immediately, but over time, it will become worse, possibly causing an intermittent problem. 4xxx, 9490, and SD-3 Transports 1. Be sure the transport is not in use by the system. 2. Enter the LSM.
Operating in Manual Mode a. After the tape rewinds, the cartridge tape ejects from the drive. Remove the cartridge from the drive. b. The cartridge tape fails to eject after the tape rewinds. Refer to the 9840 Tape Drive User’s Reference Manual, PN 95739, or the T9940 Tape Drive Operator’s Guide, PN 95989 for this situation. 5. Exit the LSM and store the cartridge outside the LSM.
Operating in Manual Mode Placing the LSM Online Refer to your software user’s guide and enter the command at the operator console to place the LSM online to perform automated operations. Entering Cartridges that You Removed After placing the LSM online, enter the cartridges through the CAP, as described in “Entering Cartridges through the CAP” on page 3-10. Refer to your software user’s guide for more information about this procedure.
Obtaining Support 4 This chapter describes what to do if problems occur with the Library Storage Module (LSM). In some cases, you might be able to correct the problem. • When the problem is caused by cartridge tapes, refer to Appendix A, “Cartridge Tape Information.” • When the problem is caused by cartridge subsystems or tape drives, refer to the documentation for that product. In other cases, you must contact your service representative or the Call Center.
StorageTek’s Worldwide Offices 2. Describe the problem to the call taker. The call taker will ask several questions and will either route your call to or dispatch a service representative.
Cartridge Tape Information A This appendix describes how to prepare and maintain cartridges. It also lists the criteria that colored cartridges must meet to be used in the Library Storage Module (LSM). ■ Preparing Cartridges The following pages describe how to prepare a cartridge for use in the LSM. Handling a Cartridge Improper handling of cartridges can result in a loss of data or damage to a machine component.
Preparing Cartridges Inspecting a Cartridge A defective or dirty cartridge can damage a tape drive or transport. Always inspect a cartridge before inserting it into a tape drive, inserting it into a tape transport, or entering it into an LSM. See Figure A-1 through Figure A-6 on page A-5.
Preparing Cartridges Figure A-2. ETape Cartridge Locations LABELS LEADER BLOCK WRITEPROTECT SELECTOR C40893 Figure A-3.
Preparing Cartridges Figure A-4. SD-3 Cartridge Locations LABELS DETENT SPRINGS WRITE PROTECT SWITCH LEADER BLOCK C40868 Figure A-5.
Preparing Cartridges Figure A-6. T9940 Cartridge Locations CUSTOMER AND MANUFACTURER’S LABEL LEADER BLOCK - OPEN WRITE-PROTECT SWITCH VOLID AND MEDIA LABELS (MEDIA LABEL: "P" = DATA, "W" = CLEANING) LEADER BLOCK - CLOSED C40890 Applying Cartridge Labels Cartridge labels reflect the cartridge media and usage. Cleaning cartridges have CLN in the VOLSER, while diagnostic cartridges have DG in the VOLSER.
Preparing Cartridges The two kinds of cartridge labels are: • • Customer label Volume serial number (VOLSER) label Note: The VOLSER label has optical character recognition (OCR) and both bar code components. Place the labels on the recessed areas provided on each cartridge: 1. Make sure that the cartridge has been at room temperature for at least 24 hours. 2. Clean the surface where the labels will be placed using a cleaning solution made for this purpose.
Preparing Cartridges Figure A-7. 3480 Cartridge Label Locations CUSTOMER LABEL VOLSER LABEL C40058 Figure A-8.
Preparing Cartridges Figure A-9. EETape Cartridge Label Locations CUSTOMER LABEL MEDIA LABEL “Z” VOLSER LABEL C40896 Figure A-10.
Preparing Cartridges Figure A-11. 9840 Cartridge Label Locations CUSTOMER LABEL WRITE PROTECT MEDIA ID LABEL VOLSER LABEL C40878 Figure A-12.
Preparing Cartridges Setting the File Protect Selector The following information applies to file protecting cartridges (3480, ETape, or EETape) used in either 4xxx or 9490 tape transports (drives). Set the cartridge to read-only (file protected or write protected). The drive can not write data on the tape. • Turn thumbwheel on the 3480 cartridge until a white dot in a dark background appears on the thumbwheel, as shown in Figure A-13.
Preparing Cartridges Figure A-14. ETape Cartridge Write-Protect Selector WRITEPROTECTED POSITION UNPROTECTED POSITION C40897 Figure A-15.
Preparing Cartridges Setting the SD-3 Write Protect Switch You can set the write protect switch so that the cartridge is read-only (nothing can be written on the tape). Slide the switch to the right so that the pencil icon is split as shown in Figure A-16. In this position, the drive can only read data from the tape and can not write data. You can set the write protect switch so that the SD-3 cartridge is write enabled. Slide the switch to the left so that the pencil icon is joined as shown in Figure A-16.
Preparing Cartridges Setting the 9840 Write Protect Switch You can set the write protect switch so that the cartridge is read-only (nothing can be written on the tape). Hold the cartridge with the customer label side up and the VOLSER label toward you as shown in Figure A-17. Move the write protect switch to the front of the cartridge (away from you) to the write protect position. In this position, the drive can only read data from the tape and can not write data.
Preparing Cartridges Setting the T9940 Write Protect Switch You can set the write protect switch so that the cartridge is read-only (nothing can be written on the tape). Hold the cartridge with the customer label side up and the VOLSER label toward you as shown in Figure A-18. Slide the switch to the write protect position. In this position, the drive can only read data from the tape and can not write data. You can set the write protect switch so that the cartridge is write enabled.
Maintaining Cartridges ■ Maintaining Cartridges The following pages describe how to store and clean cartridges, use cleaning cartridges, and repair a detached leader block. Storing Cartridges When you store a cartridge: • Keep a cartridge in its protective wrapping until you are ready to use it. Use the tear string, not a sharp instrument, to remove the wrapping. • Store cartridges in a clean environment duplicating the conditions of the room in which they will be used.
Basic Requirements for Cartridges NOT RE-ENTER A CLEANING CARTRIDGE THAT HAS BEEN EJECTED FROM AN LSM. Repairing a Detached Leader Block When a tape is damaged, use a backup tape. If a leader block is detached, the cartridge or tape has no obvious damage, and you have no backup tape, you may repair the leader block using a repair kit provided by your supplier. You can use the tape one time to copy the data onto another tape.
Specifications for Colored Cartridges ■ Specifications for Colored Cartridges Colored cartridges are approved only if the measured reflection density is greater than 1.2 for SD-3 and 3480 cartridges, and 1.5 for 9840 cartridges, as obtained with an X-Rite 404G color reflection densitometer. Measurements are: Bandwidth: ANSI Status T Wideband (380 to 780 nanometers) Measuring Range Density (0.00-2.50) D Accuracy ±02 D Repeatability ±01 D Aperture Diameter 3.
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Glossary This glossary defines abbreviations and new or special terms used in this publication. ACSLS See Automated Cartridge System Library Software. Many of the definitions are taken from other sources. The letters in the parentheses that follow some definitions indicate the source of the definition: auto clean A feature of an automated library that allows a cleaning cartridge to automatically clean a tape drive when the drive requires cleaning.
Glossary C CD See cartridge drive. CAP See cartridge access port. cell. A place in which a cartridge resides in a library. cartridge. A storage device that consists of magnetic tape on supply and takeup reels, in a protective housing. (IBM) cartridge, 3480 The plastic housing around the tape. It is approximately 100 mm (4 in.) by 125 mm (5 in.) by 25 mm (1 in.). A plastic leader block is attached to the tape for automatic threading when loaded in a transport.
Glossary drive. A device for moving magnetic tape and controlling its movement. (IBM) E electronics module Unit attached to the 9360 library storage module. The 9315 EM contains one LCU and one LMU. The 9312 EM contains only the LCU. host interface. Interface between a network and host computer. (T) Host Software Component (HSC) That portion of the automated cartridge system for a library system that executes on host systems attached to an automated library.
Glossary library control unit (LCU) Resides in the EM. The LCU receives instructions from the LMU and decodes them into specific move commands. The LCU sends the move commands to the robot where they are executed. library management unit (LMU) The portion of the ACS that manages from 1 to 16 LSMs and communicates with the host CPU. library storage module (LSM) The portion of the ACS that provides the storage area for cartridges plus the robot that moves the cartridges.
Glossary P tape. See magnetic tape. pass-thru port (PTP) A mechanism that allows one or two cartridges to be passed from one LSM to another when multiple LSMs are connected. tape drive. A device for moving magnetic tape and controlling its movement. (T) PCAP See priority cartridge access port. port In the Library Server version of the Nearline software, the connection between the client operating system and the ACS.
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Index Numerics 3480 cartridge, A-10 4xxx cartridge file protect selector, A-10 operator panel, 2-10 9490 cartridge file protect selector, A-10 operator panel, 2-14 9840 cartridge, write enabled switch, A-13 operator panel, 2-14 A alert messages, xiv applying labels, A-5 automated mode, 3-9 C cartridge subsystem CD message display, 2-10 operator panel, 2-10 operator switch assembly, 2-10 description, 1-8 EPO switch, 2-18 making transports ready, 3-35 manually inserting cartridge into transport, 3-32 cartri
Index customer label, cartridge, A-7 Customer Resource Center (CRC), xvi Customer Support Services (CSS), 4-1 D data cartridge, ordering, A-16 diagnostic cartridge location, 3-25 dismounting a cartridge 4xxx, 9490, and SD-3, 3-34 9840, 3-34 T9940, 3-34 E entering cartridges removed manually, 3-36 entering the LSM, 3-17 F FCC compliance statement, xvii file protect selector (3480), A-10 H hand assembly cartridge removal, 3-27 hard-copy publications from StorageTek, xvi help line, 4-1 I internal code li
Index M P manual mode, 3-17 moving the robot, 3-20 panel locations, 3-24 powering on and powering off LMU, 3-1 LSM, 3-4 publications, xiv N notes definition, xiv R O operations applying cartridge labels, A-5 cartridge manual dismount of, 3-34 manual mount of, 3-32 cleaning exterior of cartridge, A-15 displaying LMU and LSM status, 3-1 ejecting cartridges through the CAP, 3-13 through the PCAP, 3-16 entering cartridges through the CAP, 3-10 through the PCAP, 3-14 entering the LSM, 3-17 handling cartri
Index LSM operator panel, 2-16 file protect selector (3480), A-10 LAD, 3-18 LMU, 2-2 LSM IPL, 2-2 operator panel, 2-2 power, 2-2 reset, 2-2 SD-3 CTU, 2-14 T9940 tape drive, 2-14 write protect 9840 cartridge, A-13 EETape cartridge, A-11 ETape cartridge, A-11 SD-3 cartridge, A-12 T9940 cartridge, A-14 write-enabled 9840, A-13 T9940, A-14 T T9940 tape drive cartridge write enabled switch, A-14 operator panel, 2-14 Index-4 Taiwan compliance statement, xviii Taiwan warning statement, xviii telephone number,
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