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Robotics Stop Switches and Smoke Detection.  
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Chapter 3:  
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Contents  
Summary of Changes  
Contents vii  
Figures xvii  
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Tables xix  
Preface xxi  
Organization xxi  
Alert Messages xxii  
Conventions xxiii  
Related Publications xxiv  
Additional Information xxv  
Sun’s External Web Site xxv  
Customer Resource Center xxv  
e-Partners Site xxv  
Notices xxvii  
United States FCC Compliance Statement xxvii  
CISPR 22 and EN55022 Warning xxvii  
Japanese Compliance Statement xxviii  
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Taiwan Warning Label Statement xxviii  
Internal Code License Statement xxviii  
Safety xxxiii  
Electrostatic Discharge Damage Prevention xxxiii  
Fiber-optic Safety xxxiv  
Laser Product Label xxxiv  
EN60950-1:2001 Statement xxxv  
Library Safety xxxv  
Mechanical Access Door Mechanisms xxxv  
SL8500 Door Interlocks xxxv  
Door Switches xxxvi  
Emergency Robotics Stop Switches xxxvi  
Smoke Detection xxxvi  
Fire Suppression xxxvi  
Service Safety Door xxxvii  
Interior Lighting xxxvii  
SL8500 Servo Power Interrupt xxxvii  
1. Introduction  
1
Library Overview  
1
Single Physical SL8500 Library—Base  
Single Physical SL8500 Library—Options  
Library Modules  
Capacities  
Drive and Electronics Module  
Tape Drives  
StorageTek T-Series Tape Drives  
LTO Ultrium  
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3
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5
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Super DLT  
7
Electronics Control Module  
7
HBK Card  
HBC Card  
HBT Card  
7
8
8
Robotics Interface Module  
8
Redundant HandBots 10  
Initialization 10  
HandBot Numbering 12  
Library Cameras 14  
Customer Interface Module 14  
Keypad 14  
Operator Panel 15  
Local Operator Console 15  
Remote Operator Console 16  
Capacities 16  
Elevator 16  
Cartridge Access Port (CAP) 16  
Storage Expansion Modules 17  
Power 17  
Power Consumption 18  
Power Configurations 18  
N+1 Base Power Configuration 18  
2N Power Configuration 19  
Library Complex 19  
Pass-thru Ports 20  
Embedded Firmware 21  
Security 21  
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Operating Firmware 21  
Library Management Software 22  
Host Software Component 22  
ACSLS 22  
Library Partitioning 22  
Partition Configuration Requirements 23  
Hosts and Partitions 23  
Library Resources and Partitions 23  
System Requirements for Library Partitioning 24  
Capacities for Partitions 24  
Library Specifications 25  
2. Configuration Information 27  
Installing StreamLine Library Console 27  
▼
To install the StreamLine Library Console on your PC 27  
Activating Password 28  
▼
To Activate Your User Account 28  
Verifying Configuration Entries 28  
Dynamic World Wide Name 29  
Upgrading Firmware 30  
Upgrading the Remote Library Console 31  
▼
To upgrade the Remote Library Console application installed on your  
PC 31  
PTP Configuration 31  
Nondisruptive Installation 32  
Disruptive PTP Installation 32  
▼
To perform a disruptive PTP installation—for ACSLS or HSC 32  
PTP Addressing Scheme 34  
Configuring Library Partitions 34  
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Planning Library Partition Configurations 35  
Example 1: one-partition library 35  
Example 2: two-partition library 35  
Example 3: two-partition library 36  
Example 4: three-partition library 36  
Example 5: three-partition library 36  
Example 6: four-partition library 37  
Defining Library Partitions 37  
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▼
To Create Partitions 37  
To Remove Partitions 38  
3. Host to Library Communications 39  
Host Interfaces 39  
TCP/IP 39  
Definitions and Terminology 41  
Fibre Channel 42  
Library Management Software 42  
Nearline Control Solutions 43  
Client System Component 43  
Storage Management Component 43  
Sun StorageTek HTTP Server 43  
Host Software Component 43  
LibraryStation 44  
Automated Cartridge System Library Software (ACSLS) 44  
4. Library Operation 45  
Automated Mode of Operation 45  
Mounting and Dismounting of Cartridges 45  
Mount Sequence 45  
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Dismount Sequence 46  
Performing CAP Activities 46  
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To open the CAP 47  
To close the CAP 47  
Cartridge Slot Locations 48  
Importing Cartridges 49  
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To import cartridges using the CAP 51  
Exporting Cartridges 52  
To export cartridges using the CAP 52  
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Using CAPS in a Partitioned Library 53  
How CAP Reservations Work in a Partitioned Library 54  
Overriding a CAP Reservation 54  
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To Override a CAP Reservation 55  
CAP Release and Override Scenarios 55  
Monitoring Library Events 57  
Monitoring PTPs 58  
Cleaning of Drives 58  
Manual Mode of Operation 59  
Precautions 60  
Safety Precautions 60  
Physical Restrictions 60  
Placing the Library Offline 60  
Determining the Library is Not in Automatic Mode 61  
Entering the Library 61  
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▼
To prevent personal injury, follow these precautions: 61  
To open the door 62  
Locating a Cartridge and Drive 62  
To locate a cartridge 63  
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To locate a drive 63  
Moving the Robot 63  
▼
To move the robot, follow these precautions: 63  
Mounting a Cartridge 65  
▼
To manually mount a cartridge 65  
Dismounting a Cartridge 66  
Exiting the Library 67  
Placing the Drives to Online 68  
T9840/T9940 Drive Display 68  
LTO Ultrium Drives 68  
Placing the Library Online 68  
Powering-off the Library 68  
▼
To power-off the library 68  
Powering-on the Library 71  
▼
To power-on the library 71  
Maintenance Mode of Operation 71  
Service Safety Door Operation 71  
Left Maintenance Area 72  
Right Maintenance Area 72  
5. Cartridge Information 75  
Cartridge Requirements 75  
Ordering Cartridges and Labels 75  
Handling a Cartridge 76  
Inspecting and Identifying a Cartridge 76  
StorageTek Cartridges 77  
T9840 Cartridge 77  
T9940 Cartridge 79  
T10000 Data Cartridges 80  
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LTO Ultrium Cartridge 82  
LTO Ultrium Generation 2 (Gen2) Fibre Channel Drives 84  
Super DLTtape II 84  
VolSafe Cartridges 85  
Media Domain and Media ID 86  
Cartridge Codes 87  
Data Cartridge Label Examples 88  
Cleaning Cartridges Label Examples 88  
Diagnostic Cartridges Label Examples 89  
Non-labeled Cartridges 90  
Upside Down Cartridges 91  
LTO Cartridges 91  
T9x40 Drives 91  
Applying Labels to Cartridges 91  
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To apply the label on a cartridge 91  
Setting the Write Protect Switch 94  
Setting the T9840 Write Protect Switch to Read-Only 94  
Setting the T9840 Write Protect Switch to Read/Write 94  
Setting the T9940 Write Protect Switch to Read-Only 95  
Setting the T9940 Write Protect Switch to Read/Write 95  
Setting the T10000 Write Protect Switch to Read/Write 96  
Setting the LTO Ultrium Write Protect Switch to Read-Only 96  
Setting the LTO Ultrium Write Protect Switch to Read/Write 96  
Maintaining Cartridges 97  
Cleaning the Cartridge Exterior 97  
Using Cleaning Cartridges 98  
Repairing a Detached Leader Block 98  
Storing of Cartridges 98  
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6. Troubleshooting and Diagnostics 99  
Troubleshooting the Library 99  
Diagnostic Utilities 102  
Reports 102  
Event Monitors 103  
Utilities 104  
Loading Code 104  
Performing Audits 104  
Performing Library Self-test 105  
Moving Cartridges 105  
Working with the Search Utility 106  
Modifying the CAP Locked Status 106  
Copying the MIB Text File 106  
7. Obtaining Maintenance Support 107  
Remote Support 107  
Service Delivery Platform 107  
Customer Initiated Maintenance 108  
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To contact the CSSC about a problem 108  
StorageTek’s Worldwide Offices 108  
A. Cartridge Slot Locations 109  
Library Walls 109  
Reserved Slots 110  
Cartridge Address 110  
Internal Address 110  
HLI-PRC Address 122  
Library Storage Module (LSM) 122  
Panel Designations 122  
Row 123  
Column 123  
CAP 123  
Elevators 123  
Operational Considerations 124  
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B. Drive Bay Locations 125  
Bay Address 125  
Internal Address 126  
HLI-PRC Address 127  
System Address 128  
Manually Locating a Drive Bay 128  
▼
To locate a drive 129  
C. SNMP 131  
SNMP Terms 132  
SNMP Commands 134  
Access Control 134  
Management Information Base 135  
Copying the MIB Text File 136  
▼
To copy the MIB file 136  
SNMP Traps/Notifications 136  
Trap/Notification Levels 136  
Trap Data 136  
Severity Codes 137  
Glossary 139  
Index 151  
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Figures  
FIGURE 1-1  
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FIGURE 1-6  
FIGURE 1-7  
FIGURE 1-8  
FIGURE 2-1  
FIGURE 3-1  
FIGURE 4-1  
FIGURE 4-2  
FIGURE 4-3  
FIGURE 4-4  
FIGURE 4-5  
FIGURE 4-6  
FIGURE 4-7  
FIGURE 4-8  
FIGURE 4-9  
FIGURE 4-10  
Library Modules  
3
Base Library with One Storage Expansion Module  
HandBot (Detail)  
4
9
HandBot on the Power Rail) 10  
StreamLine Library Console – HandBot Display 13  
Keypad 14  
CAP 17  
Pass-thru Port 20  
Adding a PTP to an Existing Library Complex 33  
StreamLine Library Console – Dual TCP/IP Properties 41  
CAP A Unlocked 47  
StreamLine Library Console – CAP 49  
Placement of Cartridges with the Magazine Inside the CAP 50  
Placement of Cartridges with the Magazine Outside the CAP 51  
Sample System Detail Screen with the PTP Folder 58  
Library Front View (Access Doors Open) 62  
Moving the HandBot 64  
Drive Panel 65  
Manually Inserting a Cartridge 66  
Emergency Robotic Stop Switch 67  
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FIGURE 4-11  
FIGURE 4-12  
FIGURE 4-13  
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FIGURE 5-2  
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FIGURE 6-1  
FIGURE A-1  
FIGURE A-2  
FIGURE A-3  
FIGURE A-4  
FIGURE A-5  
FIGURE A-6  
FIGURE A-7  
FIGURE 0-1  
FIGURE B-1  
FIGURE C-1  
FIGURE C-2  
AC PDU 69  
AC PDU and DC Power Supply Locations 70  
StreamLine Library Console – Service Safety Door 73  
A T9840 Cartridge 78  
A T9940 Cartridge 80  
A T10000 Cartridge 82  
An LTO Ultrium Cartridge 84  
Data Cartridges Label Examples 88  
Cleaning Cartridges Label Examples 89  
Diagnostic Cartridges Label Examples 90  
Applying Cartridge Label to SDLT Cartridge 92  
Applying Cartridge Label to T9840 Cartridge 93  
Applying Cartridge Label to T9940 Cartridge 93  
Setting the T9840 Cartridge Write Protect Switch 94  
Setting the T9940 Cartridge Write Protect Switch 95  
Setting the T10000 Cartridge Write Protect Switch 96  
Setting the LTO Ultrium Cartridge Write-Protect Switch 97  
Sample Permanent Report 103  
Cartridge and Drive Locations – Internal Firmware (1 of 8) (L203_090) 111  
Cartridge and Drive Locations – Internal Firmware (2 of 8)(L203_591) 112  
Cartridge and Drive Locations – Internal Firmware (3 of 8)(L203_592) 113  
Cartridge and Drive Locations – Internal Firmware (4 of 8)(L203_593) 114  
Cartridge and Drive Locations – Internal Firmware (5 of 8)(L203_594) 115  
Cartridge and Drive Locations – Internal Firmware (6 of 8)(L203_595) 116  
Cartridge and Drive Locations – Internal Firmware (7 of 8)(L203_596) 117  
Cartridge and Drive Locations – Internal Firmware (8 of 8)(L203_597) 118  
Library Console (Drives Data) 129  
SNMP Block Diagram Example 132  
Management Information Base Hierarchy 135  
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Tables  
TABLE 1-1  
TABLE 1-2  
TABLE 1-3  
TABLE 1-4  
TABLE 1-5  
TABLE 1-6  
TABLE 1-7  
TABLE 1-8  
TABLE 2-1  
TABLE 2-2  
TABLE 2-3  
TABLE 2-4  
TABLE 5-1  
TABLE 5-2  
TABLE 5-3  
TABLE 5-4  
TABLE 5-5  
TABLE 5-6  
TABLE 5-7  
TABLE 6-1  
Data Cartridge Capacity  
4
Supported Drives  
6
LTO Drive Backward Readability  
7
Keypad Switches, Buttons, and Indicators 15  
SL8500 Capacity Variations 16  
PTP Assembly – Physical Characteristics 21  
Partition Data Cartridge Capacities 24  
Library Specifications 25  
Library Configuration Entries 29  
Drive Configuration Entries 29  
Adding a Library to the Left 32  
Adding a Library to the Right 33  
T9840 Cartridge Tape Specifications 77  
T9940 Cartridge Tape Specifications 79  
T10000 Cartridge Specifications 81  
LTO Cartridge Specifications 83  
SDLT Cartridge Specifications 85  
Cartridge Codes 87  
Ultrium Cartridge Models 87  
Troubleshooting Table 100  
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TABLE A-1  
TABLE A-2  
TABLE A-3  
TABLE A-4  
TABLE A-5  
TABLE B-1  
TABLE B-2  
TABLE B-3  
TABLE C-1  
TABLE C-2  
Reserved Slots 110  
Cartridge Locations (1 of 3) 119  
Cartridge Locations (2 of 3) 120  
Cartridge Locations (3 of 3) 121  
Rail Numbering 122  
Drive Bay Address 125  
Firmware Drive Address 127  
Host Software Drive Address 128  
Trap/Notification Levels 136  
Trap Severity Codes 137  
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Preface  
This guide, while intended primarily for users of the library, also contains information  
that can be used by system administrators. Most of the information pertains to the  
library hardware and related operations. For specific drive information or for client-  
generated software commands and console messages, refer to your drive or software  
documentation.  
Organization  
The organization of this guide is:  
Chapter 1  
Chapter 2  
“Introduction” provides an overview of the SL8500 modular library system.  
“Configuration Information” describes how to activate your site user account, verify the  
library and drive configuration entries, and upgrade firmware.  
Chapter 3  
Chapter 4  
“Host to Library Communications” describes host and server support, the connections  
from the library to the server.  
“Library Operation” describes the tasks you can perform while the library is operating in  
automated and manual modes.  
Chapter 5  
Chapter 6  
“Cartridge Information” describes how to handle, inspect, and maintain cartridges.  
“Troubleshooting and Diagnostics” describes how to correct problems with the library  
and the attached devices (drives, CAP, robots, and elevators). It also describes some of  
the diagnostic utilities.  
Chapter 7  
“Obtaining Maintenance Support” describes how to contact Customer Support for  
assistance if problems occur with the tape library.  
Appendix A  
Appendix B  
Appendix C  
“Cartridge Slot Locations” explains the locations and numbering schemes of the cartridge  
slots in the library.  
“Drive Bay Locations”explains the locations and numbering schemes of the drive bays in  
the library.  
“SNMP” describes the Simple Network Management Protocol (SNMP) feature of the  
library.  
Glossary  
Index  
The Glossary defines new or special terms and abbreviations used in this manual.  
The Index helps you find information in this manual.  
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Alert Messages  
Alert messages call your attention to information that is especially important or that  
has a unique relationship to the main text or graphic.  
Note – A note provides additional information that is of special interest. A note might  
point out exceptions to rules or procedures. A note usually, but not always, follows the  
information to which it pertains.  
Caution – A caution informs the reader of conditions that might result in damage to  
hardware, corruption of data, corruption of application software, or long-term health  
problems in people. A caution always precedes the information to which it pertains.  
Warning – Possible Physical Injury. A warning alerts the reader to conditions  
that might result in injury or death. A warning always precedes the information  
to which it pertains.  
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Conventions  
Typographical conventions highlight special words, phrases, and actions in this  
publication.  
Item  
Example  
Description of Convention  
Buttons  
MENU  
Font and capitalization follows label on  
product  
Commands  
Mode Select  
Initial cap  
Document titles  
Emphasis  
System Assurance Guide  
not or must  
Italic font  
Italic font  
File names  
fsc.txt  
Monospace font  
Hypertext links  
Figure 2-1 on page 2-5  
Blue (prints black in hardcopy  
publications)  
Indicators  
Open  
Font and capitalization follows label on  
product  
Jumper names  
Keyboard keys  
TERMPWR  
All uppercase  
<Y>  
Font and capitalization follows label on  
product; enclosed within angle brackets  
<Enter> or  
<Ctrl+Alt+Delete>  
Menu names  
Configuration Menu  
Device = xx  
Capitalization follows label on product  
Italic font  
Parameters and variables  
Path names  
c:/mydirectory  
SER1  
Monospace font  
Port or connector names  
Font and capitalization follows label on  
product; otherwise, all uppercase  
Positions for circuit breakers,  
jumpers, and switches  
ON  
Font and capitalization follows label on  
product; otherwise, all uppercase  
Screen text (including screen  
captures, screen messages, and  
user input)  
downloading  
Monospace font  
Switch names  
Power  
Font and capitalization follows label on  
product  
URLs  
http://www.sun.com  
Blue (prints black in hardcopy  
publications)  
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Related Publications  
The following publications that relate to the SL8500 Tape Library are listed below.  
Tape Drive Documentation  
Part Number  
Hewlett Packard Ultrium Tape Drive Manual  
IBM Ultrium Tape Drive Manual  
CD included with drive  
CD included with drive  
CD included with drive  
CD included with drive  
95739  
Seagate Ultrium Tape Drive Product Manual  
Super DLT600 Product Manual  
T9840 Tape Drive User’s Reference Manual  
T9940 Tape Drive Operator’s Guide  
95989  
Software Publications  
Part Number  
Automated Cartridge System Library Software (ACSLS)  
ACSLS System Administrator’s Guide  
ACSLS Messages  
3134648  
3134649  
3134650  
ACSLS Quick Reference  
Host Software Component (HSC) MVS Publications  
HSC Operator’s Guide  
312531101  
312531301  
HSC Messages and Codes Guide  
Other Publications  
Part Number  
ANSI X3/TR-1-82  
9433  
American National Standard Dictionary for Information Processing Systems  
Fibre Optics User's Guide  
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Additional Information  
Sun Microsystems, Inc. (Sun) offers several methods for you to obtain additional  
information.  
Sun’s External Web Site  
Sun’s external Web site provides marketing, product, event, corporate, and service  
information. The external Web site is accessible to anyone with a Web browser and an  
Internet connection.  
The URL for the Sun external Web site is: http://www.sun.com  
Customer Resource Center  
The Sun StorageTek product Customer Resource Center (CRC) is a Web site that enables  
members to resolve technical issues by searching code fixes and technical  
documentation. CRC membership entitles you to other proactive services, such as  
HIPER subscriptions, technical tips, answers to frequently asked questions, addenda to  
product documentation books, and online product support contact information.  
Customers who have a current warranty or a current maintenance service agreement  
may apply for membership by clicking on the Request Password button on the CRC  
home page.  
The URL for the CRC is http://www.support.storagetek.com.  
e-Partners Site  
StorageTek’s e-Partners site is a Web site that provides information about products,  
services, customer support, upcoming events, training programs, and sales tools to  
support StorageTek’s e-Partners. Access to this site, beyond the e-Partners Login page,  
is restricted. On the e-Partners Login page, current partners who do not have access can  
request a login ID and password and prospective partners can apply to become  
StorageTek resellers.  
The URL for the e-Partners site is http://members.storagetek.com.  
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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 descriptions in the cable 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. In addition, changes or  
modifications to this equipment might cause it to create harmful interference.  
United States FCC Compliance Statement  
The following compliance statement pertains to Federal Communications Commission  
Rules 47 CFR 15.105:  
Note – This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class  
A digital device pursuant to part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to  
provide reasonable protection against harmful interference when the equipment is  
operated in a commercial environment. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate  
radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instruction  
manual, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. Operation of this  
equipment in a residential area is likely to cause harmful interference in which case the  
user will be required to correct the interference at his or her own expense.  
CISPR 22 and EN55022 Warning  
This is a Class A product. In a domestic environment this product may cause radio  
interference in which case the user may be required to take adequate measures.  
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Japanese Compliance Statement  
The following compliance statement in Japanese pertains to VCCI EMI regulations:  
English translation: This is a Class A product based on the Technical Requirement of  
the Voluntary Control Council for Interference by Information Technology (VCCI). In a  
domestic environment, this product may cause radio interference, in which case the  
user may be required to take corrective actions.  
Taiwan Warning Label Statement  
The following warning label statement pertains to BSMI regulations in Taiwan, R.O.C.:  
English translation: This is a Class A product. In a domestic environment, this product  
may cause radio interference, in which case, the user may be required to take adequate  
measures.  
Internal Code License Statement  
The following is the Internal Code License Agreement from StorageTek:  
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NOTICE  
INTERNAL CODE LICENSE  
PLEASE READ THIS NOTICE CAREFULLY BEFORE INSTALLING AND OPERATING THIS EQUIPMENT.  
THIS NOTICE IS A LEGAL AGREEMENT BETWEEN YOU (EITHER AN INDIVIDUAL OR ENTITY), THE  
END USER, AND STORAGE TECHNOLOGY CORPORATION (“STORAGETEK”), THE MANUFACTURER  
OF THE EQUIPMENT. BY OPENING THE PACKAGE AND ACCEPTING AND USING ANY UNIT OF  
EQUIPMENT DESCRIBED IN THIS DOCUMENT, YOU AGREE TO BECOME BOUND BY THE TERMS OF  
THIS AGREEMENT. IF YOU DO NOT AGREE WITH THE TERMS OF THIS AGREEMENT, DO NOT OPEN  
THE PACKAGE AND USE THE EQUIPMENT. IF YOU DO NOT HAVE THE AUTHORITY TO BIND YOUR  
COMPANY, DO NOT OPEN THE PACKAGE AND USE THE EQUIPMENT. IF YOU HAVE ANY  
QUESTIONS, CONTACT THE AUTHORIZED STORAGETEK DISTRIBUTOR OR RESELLER FROM WHOM  
YOU ACQUIRED THIS EQUIPMENT. IF THE EQUIPMENT WAS OBTAINED BY YOU DIRECTLY FROM  
STORAGETEK, CONTACT YOUR STORAGETEK REPRESENTATIVE.  
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1. Definitions: The following terms are defined as  
followed:  
3. StorageTek hereby grants you, the end user of the  
Equipment, a personal, nontransferable (except as  
permitted in the transfer terms below),  
a. “Derivative works” are defined as works based  
upon one or more preexisting works, such as a  
translation or a musical arrangement, or any  
other form in which a work may be recast,  
transformed, or adapted. A work consisting of  
editorial revision, annotations, elaboration, or  
other modifications which, as a whole, represent  
an original work of authorship, is a Derivative  
work.  
nonexclusive license to use each copy of the Internal  
Code (or any replacement provided by StorageTek  
or your authorized StorageTek distributor or  
reseller) which license authorizes you, the end user,  
to execute the Internal Code solely to enable the  
specific unit of Equipment for which the copy of  
Internal Code is provided to perform its data  
storage and retrieval functions in accordance with  
StorageTek’s (or its licensor’s) official published  
specifications.  
b. “Internal Code” is Microcode that (i) is an  
integral part of Equipment, (ii) is required by  
such Equipment to perform its data storage and  
retrieval functions, and (iii) executes below the  
user interface of such Equipment. Internal code  
does not include other Microcode or software,  
including data files, which may reside or execute  
in or be used by or in connection with such  
Equipment, including, without limitation,  
Maintenance Code.  
4. Your license is limited to the use of the Internal  
Code as set forth above. You may not use the  
Internal Code for any other purpose. You may not,  
for example, do any of the following:  
(i) access, copy, display, print, adapt, alter, modify,  
patch, prepare Derivative works of, transfer, or  
distribute (electronically or otherwise) or otherwise  
use the Internal Code;  
c. “Maintenance Code” is defined as Microcode and  
other software, including data files, which may  
reside or execute in or be used by or in  
connection with Equipment, and which detects,  
records, displays, and/or analyzes malfunctions  
in the Equipment.  
(ii) reverse assemble, decode, translate, decompile,  
or otherwise reverse engineer the Internal Code  
(except as decompilation may be expressly  
permitted under applicable European law solely for  
the purpose of gaining information that will allow  
interoperability when such information is not  
otherwise readily available); or  
d. “Microcode” is defined as a set of instructions  
(software) that is either imbedded into or is to be  
loaded into the Equipment and executes below  
the external user interface of such Equipment.  
Microcode includes both Internal Code and  
Maintenance Code, and may be in magnetic or  
other storage media, integrated circuitry, or other  
media.  
(iii) sublicense, assign, or lease the Internal Code or  
permit another person to use such Internal Code, or  
any copy of it.  
If you need a backup or archival copy of the  
Internal Code, StorageTek, or your authorized  
StorageTek distributor or reseller, will make one  
available to you, it being acknowledged and agreed  
that you have no right to make such a copy.  
2. The Equipment you have acquired by purchase or  
lease is manufactured by or for StorageTek and  
contains Microcode. By accepting and operating this  
Equipment, you acknowledge that StorageTek or its  
licensor(s) retain(s) ownership of all Microcode, as  
well as all copies thereof, that may execute in or be  
used in the operation or servicing of the Equipment  
and that such Microcode is copyrighted by  
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entire Notice shall convey, in any manner, to you  
any license to or title to or other right to use any  
Maintenance code, or any copy of such Maintenance  
Code. Maintenance Code and StorageTek’s service  
tools and manuals may be kept at your premises, or  
they may be supplied with a unit of Equipment sent  
to you and/or included on the same media as  
Internal Code, but they are to be used only by  
StorageTek’s customer service personnel or those of  
an entity licensed by StorageTek, all rights in and to  
such Maintenance Code, service tools and manuals  
being reserved by StorageTek or its licensors. You  
agree that you shall not use or attempt to use the  
Maintenance Code or permit any other third party  
to use and access such Maintenance Code.  
Any such transfer by you is automatically (without  
further action on the part of either party) expressly  
subject to all the terms and conditions of this Notice  
passing in full to the party to whom such  
Equipment is transferred, and such transferee  
accepts the provisions of this license by initial use of  
the Internal Code. You cannot pass to the transferee  
of the Equipment any greater rights than granted  
under this Notice, and shall hold StorageTek  
harmless from any claim to the contrary by your  
transferee or its successors or assigns. In addition,  
the terms and conditions of this Notice apply to any  
copies of Internal Code now in your possession or  
use or which you hereafter acquire from either  
StorageTek or another party.  
8. You acknowledge that copies of both Internal Code  
and Maintenance Code may be installed on the  
Equipment before shipment or included with the  
Equipment and other material shipped to you, all  
for the convenience of StorageTek’s service  
personnel or service providers licensed by  
StorageTek, and that during the warranty period, if  
any, associated with the Equipment, and during  
periods in which the Equipment is covered under a  
maintenance contract with StorageTek or service  
providers licensed by StorageTek, both Internal  
Code and Maintenance Code may reside and be  
executed in or used in connection with such  
Equipment, and you agree that no rights to  
Maintenance Code are conferred upon you by such  
facts.  
6. You, the end user, agree to take all appropriate steps  
to ensure that all of your obligations set forth in this  
Notice are extended to any third party having  
access to the Equipment.  
7. You may transfer possession of the Internal Code to  
another party only with the transfer of the  
Equipment on which its use is authorized, and your  
license to use the Internal Code is discontinued  
when you are no longer an owner or a rightful  
possessor of the Equipment. You must give such  
transferee all copies of the Internal Code for the  
transferred Equipment that are in your possession,  
along with a copy of all provisions of this Notice.  
Any such transfer by you is automatically (without  
further action on the part of either party) expressly  
subject to all the terms and conditions of this Notice  
passing in full to the party to whom such  
StorageTek or the licensed service provider may  
keep Maintenance Code and service tools and  
manuals on your premises but they are to be used  
only by StorageTek’s customer service personnel or  
those of service providers licensed by StorageTek.  
You further agree that upon (i) any termination of  
such warranty period or maintenance contract  
period; or (ii) transfer of possession of the  
Equipment to another party, StorageTek and its  
authorized service providers shall have the right  
with respect to the affected Equipment to remove all  
service tools and manuals and to remove or disable  
all Maintenance Code and/or replace Microcode  
which includes both Internal Code and  
Equipment is transferred, and such transferee  
accepts the provisions of this license by initial use of  
the Internal Code. You cannot pass to the transferee  
of the Equipment any greater rights than granted  
under this Notice, and shall hold StorageTek  
harmless from any claim to the contrary by your  
transferee or its successors or assigns. In addition,  
the terms and conditions of this Notice apply to any  
copies of Internal Code now in your possession or  
use or which you hereafter acquire from either  
StorageTek or another party.  
Maintenance Code with Microcode that consists  
only of Internal Code.  
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Safety  
The following pages describe common practices concerning electrostatic discharge,  
fiber optics, and library safety.  
Electrostatic Discharge Damage  
Prevention  
Before you touch any internal components in the library, including drives, you must  
take precautions against electrostatic discharge (ESD).  
Caution – Components are sensitive to static electricity: Even a small electrostatic  
discharge can damage an electrical component that is inside the library. A damaged  
component might not fail immediately, but over time, it will become worse and might  
eventually cause an “intermittent” problem. Be sure that you touch an unpainted metal  
surface of the library before you reach inside the library or touch the drives or optional  
interface equipment.  
Before you touch any internal components:  
1. With your finger, touch an unpainted metal surface of the library. In some libraries,  
you can touch the library’s frame. In other libraries, you might have to touch a bolt  
on the wall or on the door frame.  
2. Keep your body movement to a minimum as you touch the drives or the library  
components.  
Antistatic wrist straps that have clip-on ends are commercially available.  
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Fiber-optic Safety  
Warning – Possible Physical Injury. ꢀꢁ ꢂꢃꢄ ꢅ ꢆꢅ ꢇ . Never look directly into a  
fiber-optic cable, a fiber-optic connector, or a laser transceiver module.  
Hazardous conditions might exist from laser power levels that are capable of  
causing injury to the eye.  
Be especially careful when using optical instruments with this equipment. Such  
instruments might increase the likelihood of eye injury.  
The laser transceivers in fiber-optic equipment can pose dangers to personal safety.  
Ensure that anyone who works with this StorageTek equipment understands these  
dangers and follows safety procedures. Ensure that the optical ports of every laser  
transceiver module are terminated with an optical connector, a dust plug, or a cover.  
Each fiber-optic interface in this StorageTek Fibre Channel equipment contains a laser  
transceiver that is a Class 1 Laser Product. Each laser transceiver has an output of less  
than 70 µW. StorageTek’s Class 1 Laser Products comply with EN60825-1:1994+A1+A2  
and with sections 21 CFR 1040.10 and 1040.11 of the Food and Drug Administration  
(FDA) regulations.  
Caution – Use of controls or adjustment or performance of procedures other than  
those specified herein might result in hazardous radiation exposure.  
The following translations are for users in Finland and Sweden who wish to identify  
laser safety and classification:  
CLASS 1 LASER  
LUOKAN 1 LASERLAITE  
KLASSE 1 LASER APPARAT  
Laser Product Label  
In accordance with safety regulations, a label on each StorageTek Fibre Channel product  
identifies the laser class of the product and the place and date of the manufacturer. The  
label appears on top of a Fibre Channel tape drive and near the Fibre Channel  
connectors on a Fibre Channel tape library. A copy of the label is shown here:  
CLASS 1 LASER PRODUCT  
LASER KLASSE 1  
APPAREIL A LASER DE CLASSE 1  
COMPLIES WITH 21 CFR 1040.10 AND 1040.11  
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EN60950-1:2001 Statement  
The following statement pertains to products that require a ground connection at the  
wall outlet.  
Norway:  
Apparatet må tilkoples jordet stikkontakt  
Finland:  
Laite on liitettävä suojamaadoituskoskettimilla varustettuun  
pistorasiaan  
Sweden:  
Apparaten skall anslutas till jordat uttag  
Denmark:  
For tilsluting af de øvrige ledere, se medfølgende  
installationsvejledning  
Library Safety  
It is essential that safety procedures are followed. Be sure you are familiar with all the  
precautions in this section before you attempt to enter the library. Interlocks, robotics  
emergency robotics stop switches, and smoke detectors are provided to assure safety  
throughout the library.  
Mechanical Access Door Mechanisms  
On the rear of each door lock, a mechanism (painted yellow) is available to release the  
door lock from the inside of the library. This is a non-electrical safeguard against being  
locked inside the library.  
Should an access door be shut and locked from the outside, someone inside the library  
need only push on the mechanism to unlock and open the door.  
SL8500 Door Interlocks  
The library features two types of safety interlocks:  
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Door frames: Two redundant switches behind each front access door of the Customer  
Interface Module.  
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Service safety door: Two sets of dual switches located on the upper section of the  
front frame for the service safety door.  
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When two libraries are connected by a pass-thru port (PTP), entering the interior of  
either library automatically suspends the pass-thru operations in the two libraries.  
Operations also stop within the library with the open door, while the other library’s  
operation continues.  
Door Switches  
The library has four front door switches on the Customer Interface Module that  
monitor the state of the front access doors; should a door be opened without using  
service mode, these switches remove power from the robotics.  
Emergency Robotics Stop Switches  
Emergency robotic stop (ERS) is the removal of AC and DC power to the robotics, such  
as the HandBots, pass-thru ports, CAPs, and elevators; the library and tape drives are  
not affected. The emergency robotic stop ensures that no robotic motion occurs while  
someone is inside the library.  
In case of a condition that requires an immediate power-off of the library, there are two  
ERS switches for the library:  
■
One interior, lighted switch on the left side of the drive area, as seen from the front  
of the machine  
■
One non-illuminated, covered switch on the front operator key panel  
Pressing an ERS switch immediately removes AC and DC power to the robotics (not the  
entire library). After it is determined that it is safe to restore power, press the switch  
again to reset it.  
Smoke Detection  
A smoke detector is present within the library. The smoke detector is in the upper right  
section of the drive and electronics module, as seen from the rear of the machine.  
If the detector senses smoke, the library performs an emergency power-off (EPO)  
procedure, removing all (AC and DC) power from the library. Call your service  
representative to diagnose the problem.  
The replacement of the smoke detector is an annual preventative maintenance  
requirement.  
Fire Suppression  
The library does not ship with a Fire Suppression System installed, although features  
have been incorporated into the library to allow fire suppression systems to be  
installed. Professional Services can install a Fire Suppression System on site. Contact  
your service representative for more information.  
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Service Safety Door  
The optional service safety door is a sliding door that is activated by the maintenance  
key. This maintenance key is controlled only by service representatives and is used  
when a failing component in the front of the library needs to be replaced.  
The service safety door moves either to the left or right, depending upon which  
maintenance lock is opened. When the maintenance key is inserted into its lock and  
turned, the safety door separates the forward maintenance area from the library  
interior. This allows the service representative to safely replace a failing front frame  
component while the library remains fully operational.  
The Service Safety Door is an optional feature for libraries with four HandBots.  
However, it is required for redundant (eight) HandBot operation.  
The service safety door moves either to the left or right, depending upon which  
maintenance lock is opened. When the maintenance key is inserted into its lock and  
turned, the safety door separates the forward maintenance area from the library  
interior. This allows the service representative to safely replace a failing front frame  
component while the library remains fully operational.  
Interior Lighting  
The interior of the library is always illuminated with white LEDs on the ceiling. The  
ceiling of the Customer Interface Module has yellow (hazard) LEDs that flash when the  
library is in service mode and for approximately 10 seconds when the doors are closed  
to alert anyone who may still be inside the library.  
SL8500 Servo Power Interrupt  
An additional safety feature is the servo power interrupt (SPI). If a library motor is  
determined to be out-of-range, the processor generates an SPI to turn off drive voltage  
to the faulty motor. This prevents a servo runaway condition until the cause of the  
problem can be determined.  
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CHAPTER  
Introduction  
This chapter introduces the major hardware components and provides the library  
specifications for the StreamLineTM SL8500 modular library system, which is referred  
to as the SL8500 library or just the “library” throughout this manual. For software  
information and drive information, refer to the publications that pertain to these  
specific topics.  
The library is a robotic system that mounts cartridges into storage slots or into drives  
for read/write operations. It also moves cartridges between the cartridge access port  
(CAP) to storage slots or between slots.  
Library Overview  
The SL8500 Library is a fully automated cartridge tape storage and retrieval system.  
The base library stands 2.37 m (7.76 ft.) tall, 1.7 m (5.6 ft.) wide, and 2.76 m (9.1 ft.)  
deep. Depending on the model and features selected, one SL8500 library can store from  
1,448 to 6,632 cartridge tapes and house from four to 64 tape drives.  
A library complex, consists of two or more libraries that connect with pass-thru ports  
(PTPs) and contains over 320,000 customer usable cartridges and 2,048 tape drives.  
The approximate speed of each robot (termed StreamLine HandBot™ high performance  
robotics) is from 2 m (75 in.) to 2.5 m (100 in.) per second.  
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Library Overview  
Single Physical SL8500 Library—Base  
The minimum SL8500 library configuration is composed of:  
■
A Drive and Electronics Module, containing from four to 64 tape drives and the  
controlling circuit cards for the library  
■
■
One Robotics Interface Module, containing up to 800 cartridge storage slots  
Multiple HandBots (four – eight) that service four rails. They move horizontally  
along rails and vertically along their individual Z axes. They retrieve cartridges from  
both inner and outer walls (and the elevator and turntable assembly or CAPs) by  
pivoting 180 degrees  
■
One Customer Interface Module that contains 648 data cartridges slots, 198 diagnostic  
and cleaning cartridges slots, 24 end slots (eight 3-slot arrays) for targeting and drop-off  
cells, and an LED display  
■
■
A remote “operator panel” (StreamLine Library ConsoleTM software that provides an  
operator panel display on the customer’s personal computer [PC])  
An elevator assembly located in the front (Customer Interface Module), that  
transfers cartridges vertically across rail boundaries (elevator) or from one side of  
the library to the other (by passing them to either HandBot using a turntable)  
■
A standard cartridge access port (CAP) that allows up to 39 cartridges to be  
entered/ejected at one time  
Single Physical SL8500 Library—Options  
Options for each stand-alone SL8500 library are:  
■
A maximum of five additional storage expansion modules, providing 1,728 cartridge  
storage slots each, to a maximum cartridge storage number of 10, 088 cartridges  
within one library  
■
A touch-panel operator control in the middle of the Customer Interface Module,  
between the two access doors  
■
■
An optional second CAP (CAP B) is also available  
Redundant HandBots (maximum of four) that provide redundancy should one robot  
encounter a failure  
■
■
One service safety door for maintenance activity  
Library partitioning—a licensed feature that allows SL8500 rails (LSMs) to be  
partitioned for exclusive use by separate hosts. See “Library Partitioning” on page 22  
for details.  
A view of a library with one expansion frame is shown in FIGURE 1-1 on page 3.  
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FIGURE 1-1 Library Modules  
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1. Drive and electronics module  
2. Robotics interface module  
3. Storage expansion module  
4. CAPs A and B (shown on front, right door)  
5. Left front door  
6. Customer Interface Module  
Library Modules  
The base library consists of three modules:  
1. Drive and Electronics Module  
2. Robotics Interface Module  
3. Customer Interface Module  
Besides the three modules, up to three Storage Expansion Modules may be added per  
library to increase capacity. These expansion modules are installed between the  
Robotics Interface Module and the Customer Interface Module.  
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With a PTP installed between two or more libraries, all libraries can share their  
cartridges and effectively act as a single system.  
FIGURE 1-2 Base Library with One Storage Expansion Module  
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1. Cartridge Access Ports (2) Caps  
8. AC Power Supplies Electronic Control Module  
9. DC Power Supplies  
10. Tape Drives  
2. Facade Operator Panel (Optional) Icey Pad  
3. Customer Interface Module  
4. Storage Expansion Module  
5. Robotics Interface Module  
6. PTP (Pass Through Port)  
11. Accessory Racks  
12. Inner Wall  
13. Service Door  
7. Drive Electronics Module  
14. Reserved Columns  
E= End Stop  
X= Diagnostic & Cleaning Cartridge  
Capacities  
The following table shows the data cartridge capacities in a single library:.  
TABLE 1-1  
Module Type  
Data Cartridge Capacity  
Cartridge Capacity  
1
Drive and Electronics  
0
Robotic Interface  
Customer Interface  
Basic library  
800  
648  
1,448  
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Data Cartridge Capacity (Continued)  
Module Type  
Cartridge Capacity  
First storage expansion module  
Second storage expansion module  
Third storage expansion module  
Fourth storage expansion module  
3,176  
4,904  
6,632  
8,360  
10,088  
Fifth storage expansion module  
1
There are no cartridge storage locations in the Drive and Electronics Module.  
The Customer Interface Module contains 198 storage slots for cleaning and diagnostic cartridges  
2
.
Note – This total number of cartridges does not include slots in the cartridge access  
port (CAP), pass-thru-port.  
See Appendix A, “Cartridge Slot Locations” for information on reserved slots and  
cartridge addresses.  
Drive and Electronics Module  
The major components of this module include:  
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AC power distribution units N+1 (standard) or 2N (optional) (see “Power” on  
page 17)  
Load sharing DC power supplies that provide power for the tape drives and  
HandBots  
Electronics control modules (ECM) and cards for library operation (see “Electronics  
Control Module” on page 7)  
Accessory racks to mount network devices and components, servers, and the service  
delivery platform  
Slots for 1 to 64 tape drives  
Tape Drives  
SL8500 library supports from 1 to 64 drives. The interface to these drives is fiber-optic  
based; meaning Fibre Channel, FICON1, or ESCON2 attachments.  
1. Short for Fiber Connection, or Fiber Connectivity—IBM’s fiber optic channel technology that extends the  
capabilities ESCON. FICON supports full duplex data transfers over longer distances.  
2. Short for Enterprise Systems Connection, or Enterprise Systems Connectivity—an IBM fiber optic channel technology  
that supports half duplex data transfers up to 200 Mb/s.  
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The following table lists the supported vendors, drives types, and interfaces.  
Supported Drives  
TABLE 1-2  
Vendor  
Drive Type  
Host Interface Type  
T9840A  
Fibre Channel, ESCON  
Fibre Channel, FICON, ESCON  
Fibre Channel, FICON, ESCON  
Fibre Channel, VSM ESCON  
Fibre Channel  
T9840B  
StorageTek  
T9840C  
T9940B  
T10000  
HP  
Linear Tape-Open (LTO 2, 3)  
Linear Tape-Open (LTO 2, 3)  
Linear Tape-Open (LTO 3)  
Super DLT (SDLT600)  
Fibre Channel  
IBM  
Fibre Channel  
Quantum  
Quantum  
Fibre Channel  
Fibre Channel  
StorageTek T-Series Tape Drives  
The StorageTek T-Series tape drives are small, modular, high-performance drives  
designed for both the enterprise and client-server environments.  
T9x40  
StorageTek’s T9x40 tape drives are high-performance drives designed for enterprise  
and client-server environments. There are two models available:  
T9840  
The access-centric T9840 tape drive is ideal for applications that demand high data  
throughput and fast recall. These drives give you access to data at an average of 8  
seconds, store up to 40 GB, with transfer rates of up to 30 MB/s.  
The SL8500 supports all three models of the T9840 (A, B, and C).  
T9940  
The T9940 tape drives are designed for high-capacity storage applications. They use  
a single reel cartridge tape for higher capacities of up to 200 GB with transfer rates  
of up to 30 MB/s.  
Note: The T9940A tape drive is not supported.  
T10000  
StorageTek’s T10000 are high-capacity, high-performance tape drives. These drives use  
a single reel data cartridge with a native storage capacity of up to 500 GB (native) and  
transfer rates of up to 120 MB/s. These new tape drives are designed to take advantage  
of the new speeds in storage area networks (SANs)—4 Gb/s.  
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LTO Ultrium  
Ultrium Linear Tape-Open (LTO) technology was developed jointly by Hewlett-  
Packard (HP), IBM, and Seagate to enable data interchange among different LTO  
Ultrium tape drive vendors. LTO is an “open format” technology, which means that  
users have multiple sources of product and media. The “open” nature of LTO  
technology enables compatibility between the three different vendors.  
The SL8500 supports the Ultrium Generation 2 and 3 LTO drives available  
from HP, IBM, and Quantum. These drives use a single reel data cartridge with native  
transfer rates and capacities of up to  
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35MB/s with capacities of 200 GB for LTO2 drives  
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80 MB/s with capacities of 300 GB for LTO3 drives  
TABLE 1-3  
LTO Drive Backward Readability  
LTO Gen 2 Drive  
Read and write  
Read and write  
No action  
LTO Gen 3 Drive  
Read only  
LTO 1 media  
LTO 2 media  
LTO 3 media  
Read and write  
Read and write  
Super DLT  
The Super DLT (SDLT) is a standard for mid-range UNIX and Windows platforms. The  
SDLT 600 incorporates an advanced tape recording technology for high capacity tapes,  
up to 300 GB, with transfer rates of 36 MB/s.  
Electronics Control Module  
Each library contains an electronics control module.  
HBK Card  
The HBK card contains flash memory and feature upgrade controls; it resides on a  
separate logic card within the control module. It contains the configuration, firmware  
versions, and features for the library.  
Configuration  
Library configuration is retained on the flash memory card. This saves significant time  
in cases where an HBC card must be replaced, because the new card fetches the  
configuration from flash memory instead of requiring manual re-configuration by a  
service representative.  
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Firmware Versions  
Flash memory holds both the most recently activated firmware version and the  
previous firmware version. Therefore, if there is a requirement to return machine  
control to a previous version, a service representative merely re-activates the previous  
version and places the now-deactivated version into the “previous” state.  
Features  
When features are added to a library, they are tracked to the machine’s serial number3.  
Any upgrade must be matched to the serial number before activation. The upgrade  
process is accomplished over the command line interface (CLI) by the service  
representative.  
HBC Card  
The HBC card is the library controller, responsible for coordinating all component  
operations within the library. It is the interface between the host and the library. One  
HBC card can control a library’s operation, but a second HBC is available to assure  
redundancy. Operating voltage for HBC cards is +3.3 VDC.  
In addition to the cards in the electronics control module, the HBC card interfaces with  
the following cards and components:  
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Ethernet hubs (Library-to-library LANs, tape drive service LAN)  
TCP/IP/Web host interface  
HBS cards (robots)  
Power, smoke, and environmental monitoring circuits throughout the library  
Flash memory  
HBT Card  
The HBT card translates commands from the HBC controller card into unique drive  
commands, transferred across differential RS422 lines. The HBT card contain 66  
Universal Asynchronous Receiver/Transmitters (UARTs); 64 are responsible for the  
parallel-to-serial conversion for the tape drives and the remaining two communicate  
with the tape environmental monitor card (HBD card).  
Robotics Interface Module  
The robots move cartridges between storage slots, between slots and tape drives, and  
between the CAP and slots.  
There are four robotic rail assemblies in the library that provide both power and  
communications to the four or eight robots. Each robot can service up to 16 tape drives.  
Robots consists of:  
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Rail, brush, and HandBot assemblies  
3. The machine serial number is on the rear, bottom of the Tape Drive and Electronic Module.  
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A Z-mechanism for vertical motion of the hand  
A wrist-mechanism for lateral or horizontal motion  
A bar-code scanner for both targeting and reading cartridge labels  
A proximity sensor for detection of empty slots and unlabeled cartridges  
A belt-driven gripper mechanism for gripping the sides of the cartridges  
Important:  
Because of the four individual rails, each robotic assembly is considered a library  
storage module (LSM). So the architecture of the SL8500 provides four separate and  
unique LSMs within a single library.  
To optimize system performance, the HandBots automatically implement the Fast Load  
capability. Once a HandBot successfully inserts a cartridge into a drive, it is  
immediately available for the next request and does not wait until the drive reports that  
the cartridge has been loaded. The SL8500 library control electronics waits to return the  
response to the mount request until it detects that the tape drive has successfully  
loaded the cartridge tape.  
Two HandBots can service a single rail section within the library, providing  
redundancy. Each HandBot has two motors, if one fails, the other motor is powerful  
enough to move the defective HandBot into the forward service area. If both the motors  
fail for a HandBot, then the redundant HandBot moves the defective HandBot into the  
forward service area thus continuing HandBot operations.  
One robotics interface module contains up to 800 cartridge storage slots.  
FIGURE 1-3 HandBot (Detail)  
1. Lower pulley  
2. Pre-load assembly  
3. Gripper  
4. HBB card  
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2
4
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L203_578  
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FIGURE 1-4 HandBot on the Power Rail)  
Redundant HandBots  
Make sure that the service representative completes the following are prerequisite to  
the operation of the redundant HandBots (two HandBots per rail):  
1. Install the Service Safety Door  
2. Upgrade the HandBot assemblies  
3. Upgrade the library firmware (FRS 2.50 or later)  
4. Upgrade the HBS assemblies; these have an “X” on the upper left of the assembly  
5. Upgrade the HBN card  
6. HBQ rail terminator cards  
7. ENDSTOP bar code inserts in the 3-cell arrays at the ends of all rails  
8. Additional DC power supplies  
Initialization  
When power is applied to the library, each HandBot begins its initialization routine.  
The sequence for initialization is in the following order:  
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Note – If there are multiple HandBots, each HandBot attempts initialization through  
the following sequence. If a failure is encountered in one HandBot, that HandBot is  
flagged as defective. Initialization continues for the other HandBots and, after they are  
successfully initialized, the defective HandBot is pushed into the maintenance area for  
replacement.  
1. Logic/controller cards initialize (HBC, HBB).  
2. Rail communication is established with the HandBots: this is accomplished through  
the HandBot’s electrically conductive brushes that contact the rail. HandBots are  
identified by number and hand address:  
a. Number: the HandBot that encounters the left stop (referenced from the front of  
the customer interface module) is HandBot number “1,” the one encountering the  
right stop is HandBot number “2.”  
b. Hand address: according to their rail location (numbered 1—4, from the top,  
down). See “HandBot Numbering” on page 12 for more information.  
3. If a service safety door is installed, the HBC card checks that:  
a. Both maintenance keys are in the vertical (OFF) positions  
b. The door is in the center (disengaged) position. If the door is not in the correct  
position, the HBC card will issue the command to move it into its center position.  
4. HandBots move vertically (this is the only HandBot motion that is controlled by the  
microcode within the HandBot’s HBB card—all other motions are controlled by the  
HBC card)  
5. The gripper sensors are checked.  
6. The hand retracts – this protects:  
a. Hand components—if the hand’s “reach safe” sensor cannot be detected,  
initialization stops.  
b. A customer cartridge that may have been left in the gripper during a power  
failure. If this is the case, the “cartridge present” sensor activates and the hand  
holds the cartridge in the retracted position.  
7. Belt-driven wrist moves counterclockwise.  
8. For libraries without redundant HandBots, each HandBot moves to both the left and  
right end stops.  
9. For redundant HandBots:  
a. Both HandBots move to their respective end stops  
b. Both HandBots initialize.  
c. The right HandBot remains at its end stop.  
d. The left HandBot moves around the track to meet the right HandBot. This  
distance is calculated by the HBC card as the absolute track distance  
e. The left HandBot moves to the end of its track  
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10. HandBots move to an empty slot detection area (the slot under the bar code insert,  
in the 3-cell array at the front of the customer interface module) to verify proximity  
sensor accuracy. During normal operation, if an empty slot is detected, the “empty  
slot detector” sensor is activated; non-labeled cartridges are also detected.  
11. Belt-driven reach mechanism initializes by a wrist motion, pointing the hand to an  
aisle position, and reach components are then verified.  
12. Gripper, reach, and scanner initialization is accomplished at the three cell array  
section:  
a. If there is no cartridge in the gripper, the initialization continues.  
b. If a cartridge is in the hand, the hand moves to the drop-off slot, the cartridge is  
placed in the slot, and gripper initialization continues.  
Note – Cartridge drop-off slots are the bottom slots in the 3-cell arrays and the top  
fixed array slots under the PTP locations leading to a total of 16.  
13. Hand points toward the rear of the library.  
14. End status sent to HBC card.  
Note – If any hand or robotic error cannot be resolved by error recovery routines, the  
entire HandBot must be replaced.  
HandBot Numbering  
Rails are numbered from 1 (top rail) to 4 (bottom rail). They are also designated as  
separate library storage modules (LSMs) within a library.  
As examples:  
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Rails 1 and 2 can be designated LSMs for HSC, while rails number 3 and 4 can be  
designated LSMs for ACSLS.  
If only one host exists, all rails become separate LSMs for that host.  
See Appendix A, “Cartridge Slot Locations” for more details.  
HandBots have the following numbering:  
1. Library number (within a library complex)  
2. Rail number – Rails are numbered 1 through 4, rail 1 is the top rail  
3. Column number – Columns are “signed” numbers referenced from the customer  
interface module, where +1 is right of the center of the drive bays and -1 is to the left  
of the drive bays  
4. Side number – Outer wall = 1, Inner wall = 2  
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Note – Side numbers for HandBots are numbered according to their end stops: 1 (left  
HandBot stop) and 2 (right HandBot stop).  
5. Row number – Numbered consecutively, from the top down  
Note – Because HandBot hands are not storage slots, their row numbering is 0.  
As examples:  
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Location 1, 1, 0, 1, 0 = the HandBot on rail 1 (top rail) that encounters the stop on the  
left side of the customer interface module  
Location 1, 1, 0, 2, 0 = the HandBot on rail 1 (top rail) that encounters the stop on the  
right side of the customer interface module  
Location 1, 2, 0, 1, 0 = the HandBot on rail 2 (next rail down) that encounters the stop  
on the left side of the customer interface module  
FIGURE 1-5 on page 13 shows how this notation appears on the StreamLine Library  
Console.  
FIGURE 1-5 StreamLine Library Console – HandBot Display  
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Library Cameras  
Library Cameras  
An Ethernet-based library camera system (WebCam) with monitoring software are  
optional features of the SL8500 library. The cameras allows you to remotely see the  
inside of their SL8500 library. The WebCam attaches to a 10Base-T, 100Base-T Ethernet  
connection and provides remote, high-quality, audio and video. This feature contains  
two cameras that mount in the upper frame of the front access door-one on each side of  
the library.  
Note – The WebCam feature uses a third party camera designed for the security  
surveillance market and is subject to change without notice.  
Customer Interface Module  
The customer interface module consists of the following components:  
Keypad  
FIGURE 1-6 Keypad  
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CAP A  
CAP B  
L203_470  
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2
4
5
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1. Emergency robotics stop switch  
2. Left service safety door key  
3. CAP A button  
5. CAP B button  
6. Service required indicator  
7. Right service safety door key  
8. CAP unlocked indicators  
4. Library active indicator  
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The keypad has the following buttons, switches, and indicators:  
Keypad Switches, Buttons, and Indicators  
TABLE 1-4  
Emergency robotics stop  
switch  
Actuate the emergency robotics stop switch to disconnect DC power to the  
power rails. When it is safe to restore power, press the switch to restore power  
to the rails.  
CAP A button  
Press to open and close CAP A.  
Press to open and close CAP B.  
CAP B button  
CAP unlocked indicators  
The amber LED light is On when the CAP is unlocked, and Off when locked.  
When the light is On and blinking, manual intervention required. Open the  
CAP and make sure the cartridges in the CAP slots are properly seated.  
Service required indicator  
This red indicator is lit when operator intervention is required.  
Service safety door keys (left  
and right doors)  
Allows the service representatives to place the library in maintenance mode.  
Operator Panel  
In the SL8500, the StreamLineTM Library ConsoleTM software is the operator panel  
software application capable of execution on both a local operator console (touch-screen  
panel resident within the SL8500 frame), as well as a remote operator console (network  
PC).  
The Library Console runs a JAVA application that provides the graphical user interface  
(GUI) for the library. The Library Console communicates to the library controller (HBC)  
through an Ethernet connection. In compliance with section 508 of the Americans with  
Disabilities Act, the touch-panel is accessible from a sitting or standing position.  
The keypad interface of the software for the touch-panel enables alphanumeric data  
entry to the operator panel application from the local operator panel. The local operator  
panel does not contain either a keyboard or a mouse.  
Use the Library Console to:  
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View and modify status and properties of the library and the associated devices (drives,  
CAP, robots, and elevators)  
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Perform library audit, self test, and code load  
Locate cartridges  
Display standard reports  
Display standard events  
Local Operator Console  
The local operator console is an optional feature on the front of the library. This panel  
consists of a flat screen display with a touch-screen interface. The local operator console  
has the following features:  
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12.1 inch flat panel display  
Touch screen interface (no keyboard/mouse option)  
A pen and stylus are available for the touch screen interface  
Resident within the library frame  
Ethernet interface  
JAVA application that provides the Graphical User Interface (GUI) for the library  
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Remote Operator Console  
The remote operator console is a standard feature that displays the operator panel  
application on a personal computer (PC). A CD containing the Library Console  
software is supplied with each library that you can use to install the application.  
Capacities  
A basic library can store up to 1,448 data cartridges. This total does not include  
cartridges in the cartridge access port (CAP) or the reserved slots. A total of 198 slots  
are dedicated to diagnostic and cleaning cartridges. See Appendix A, “Cartridge Slot  
Locations” for information on slot locations.  
There are also eight drop-off slots in the library, two for each robot. These slots are  
used in the event of a robotic failure when there is still a cartridge in the hand.  
TABLE 1-5 lists the capacity variations for the SL8500 library.  
SL8500 Capacity Variations  
TABLE 1-5  
Module Type  
Cartridge Capacity  
1
Drive and Electronics  
Robotic Interface  
0
800  
2
Customer Interface  
648  
Basic library  
1,448  
3,176  
4,904  
6,632  
8,360  
10,088  
First storage expansion module  
Second storage expansion module  
Third storage expansion module  
Fourth storage expansion module  
Fifth storage expansion module  
1
There are no cartridge storage locations in the Drive and Electronics Module.  
The Customer Interface Module contains 198 storage slots for cleaning and diagnostic cartridges  
2
.
Elevator  
Elevators provide vertical pass-thru operations between rails within the same library.  
Both elevators are located in the front of the library between the front access doors and  
the Service Safety Door. Each of the four rails share the two elevators.  
Cartridge Access Port (CAP)  
CAPs allow operators to enter cartridges and eject cartridges from the library. A total of  
39 cartridges can be imported or ejected at one time through each CAP. SL8500 library  
CAPs are installed on the right access door. FIGURE 1-7 on page 17 illustrates the  
CAPs. See Chapter 4, “Library Operation” for information on CAP operation.  
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Note – A CAP will not operate unless the library is in the automated mode.  
FIGURE 1-7 CAP  
1
2
1
2
3
3
4
3 CAP  
Magazine  
4 Rails  
The CAP spans across three rails—2, 3, and 4 (LSMs 1, 2, and 3).  
Storage Expansion Modules  
Besides the basic configuration, up to five Storage Expansion Modules may be added  
per library to increase capacity. These expansion modules are installed between the  
Robotics Interface Module and the Customer Interface Module.  
Each Storage Expansion Module can contain up to 1,728 data cartridge slots.  
Power  
There are five (5) power grids that distribute power throughout the library. Two of the  
power grids carry 220 VAC; the other three carry 48 VDC.  
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The two AC power grids distribute 220 VAC to the different Load Sharing Power  
Supplies, Electronics Control Module (ECM), and accessory racks.  
The three DC power grids supply 48 VDC to the tape drives, robots, and front frame  
components.  
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The Drive Power Grid supports up to 64 tape drives (with the proper number of  
Load Sharing Power Supplies). A single tape drive power supply provides power  
for up to 8 tape drives, so at least 8 power supplies are required for 64 tape drives  
(in an N+1 configuration).  
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The Robot and Pass-thru Port (PTP) Power Grid supplies power to the robots and  
the four pass-thru ports (PTP). A single power supply can power up to four  
robots, so two power supplies are required for eight robots.  
The Front Frame Power Grid is powered by a single Load Sharing Power Supply  
that supplies 48 VDC power to the two Cartridge Access Ports if present, one  
Turntable, two Elevators, and the Service Safety Door.  
Note – The power supply for the Front Frame Power Grid is in the Customer Interface  
Module. All the other Load Sharing Power Supplies are located in the Drive and  
Electronics Module.  
Power Consumption  
Power consumption for the library is as follows:  
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Single phase configurations  
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24 Amps per phase (minimum) – 13.0kW, 44,382 Btu/hr  
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768 Amps per phase (maximum) – 416 kW, 1.4 M Btu/hr  
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Three phase configurations  
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40 Amps per phase (minimum) – 13.0 kW, 44,382 Btu/hr  
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280 Amps per phase (maximum) – 416 kW, 1.4 M Btu/hr  
Note – Power cabling must be done by a licensed electrician.  
Power Configurations  
Two power configurations are available for the SL8500 library:  
1. N+1 base power configuration  
2. 2N power configuration  
N+1 Base Power Configuration  
The base power configuration contains one system power distribution unit (PDU) and  
one N+1 PDU.  
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The system PDU, connected directly to the branch circuit, provides AC power to  
three DC power grids and the electronics control module.  
The N+1 PDU supplies added +48 VDC load sharing power to each of the three DC  
power grids and an extra AC-to-DC power supply for the electronics control  
module.  
The base power configuration provides power to the:  
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Tape drive power supplies  
Robotic rail power supplies  
Customer Interface Module power supplies  
Touch screen operator control panel  
Electronics control module power supplies  
Note – The base power configuration does not offer redundant AC power.  
2N Power Configuration  
The 2N power configuration contains the base power configuration (PDU 1) and a  
second PDU, PDU number 2.  
This configuration provides power to the same components as N+1, plus power for:  
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Optional, redundant load sharing power supplies  
Two additional accessory racks for customer components  
Redundant controller cards  
Note – The 2N PDU is required for the 2N drive power, 2N robotic power, and also for  
the additional rack installed.  
Library Complex  
A library complex is created by connecting two or more SL8500 libraries together with  
Pass-thru Ports (PTPs).  
The maximum size library complex possible consists of either:  
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32 libraries for Host Software Component (HSC) systems, connected through PTPs,  
containing over 320,000 cartridge slots and 2,048 tape drives.  
31 libraries for Automated Cartridge System Library Software (ACSLS) connection,  
connected through PTPs, containing over 320,000 cartridge slots and 1,984 tape  
drives.  
Note – A library complex with functional pass-thru ports (PTPs) cannot be partitioned.  
All PTPs must be disabled before partitioning can be enabled. See “Library  
Partitioning” on page 22 for details.  
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Library Complex  
Pass-thru Ports  
A PTP is an electro-mechanical device that allows one Library Storage Module (LSM) to  
pass a cartridge to another library storage module within the same complex.  
For example: If an operating system issues a mount request, and all the tape drives are  
busy in that LSM and library, the PTP can pass the cartridge to another library where  
an idle tape drive can satisfy the mount request.  
There are eight PTP locations in an SL8500 library, two locations per rail (or LSM).  
These locations are on the curved portions of the Robotic Interface Module near the  
tape drives. Therefore, they provide quick access to the drives.  
The SL8500 PTPs consist of a separate frame (FIGURE 1-8) that is installed between the  
Drive and Electronics Module and the Robotics Interface Module. Each frame has four  
separate PTP mechanisms that can pass up to two cartridges each between LSMs (one  
cartridge mechanism) for a total of eight cartridges.  
The maximum size of a library complex connected through PTPs is 7 libraries.  
FIGURE 1-8 Pass-thru Port  
Note – Because elevators transfer cartridges from one LSM to another, these transfers  
are also pass-through operations. The elevators are thus internal PTPs, considered by  
host software to be on Panel 0.  
The following terms and definitions apply to SL8500 PTP operations:  
Home library  
Provides power, signal, and control lines to the PTP mechanisms. This is the  
library on the right as viewed from the front.  
Away library  
Source  
Always located on the left side of a Home library, as viewed from the front.  
Contains the home slot location for the cartridge that will be passed through  
to an adjacent library.  
Destination  
Contains the tape drive or slot location in the adjacent library where the  
cartridge will be mounted or stored.  
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All SL8500 libraries come equipped and ready for the addition of the PTP frame—no  
additional walls are needed on existing libraries.  
The software applications—ACSLS and HSCsupport PTP operations.  
Physical characteristics for the PTP assembly are listed in TABLE 1-6.  
TABLE 1-6  
PTP Assembly – Physical Characteristics  
Height  
Width  
Depth  
Weight  
Power  
231 cm (91 in.)  
17.2 cm (6.76 in.)  
150.8 cm (59.4 in.)  
121 kg (266 lb)  
+48 VDC, supplied from the home side (left side of the library, as viewed from  
the front) by the corresponding HBF card for each rail.  
Embedded Firmware  
Operating firmware is resident on the HBC card from the factory. The features of the  
firmware are explained in the following sections.  
Security  
Access to the Library Console is secured by a fixed set of user accounts at the site. The  
site user accounts include the customer administrator, StorageTek customer service  
engineer (CSE), and third party field service technician.  
The Library Console security system requires activation of the site user accounts with  
an activation password (see “Activating Password” on page 28).  
Operating Firmware  
Some key features of the SL8500 firmware are:  
1. Two firmware versions may be held on the HBC card. When firmware is upgraded,  
the earlier image of firmware remains in memory and may be restored if required.  
2. Auto Discovery of additional tape drives  
3. Auto Discovery of new cartridge slots and added libraries  
Automatic handling of dynamic World Wide Name (dWWN) assignments (See  
“Dynamic World Wide Name” on page 29).  
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Library Management Software  
Library Management Software  
The library management software controls the library hardware to mount and  
dismount cartridges on drives and move the robot. When the library is in automated  
mode, these operations occur without manual intervention. The software determines  
the location of the cartridge by accessing the audit data uploaded from the library. The  
software then allocates the drive to receive the cartridge.  
These application maintain a database that tracks volume serial numbers (VOLID) of  
cartridges and their current locations in the library.  
Host Software Component  
When an SL8500 library is in a configuration with a Multiple Virtual Storage (MVS)  
host, the host must run a version of the StorageTek Host Software Component (HSC)  
along with the Storage Management Component (SMC). HSC resides in the MVS host,  
but is invisible to the actual operating system. HSC 6.0 or higher is required for host  
control. However, for new drives, higher levels of HSC may be required.  
ACSLS  
ACSLS is a software package that manages library contents and controls library  
hardware for the mounting and dismounting of cartridges. ACSLS 7.1 or higher is  
required. This application provides library management services such as cartridge  
tracking, pooling, reports, and library control.  
Library Partitioning  
Note – Library partitioning is a licensed feature which must be enabled by your Sun  
service representative. This feature is available starting with SL8500 firmware version  
3.7x and StreamLine Library Console version 3.25. See “System Requirements for  
Library Partitioning” on page 24 for complete details.  
Library partitioning allows SL8500 rails (LSMs) to be partitioned for exclusive use by  
separate hosts. For example, you can configure some rails to be used only by an HSC  
host and others to be used only by an ACSLS host. This allows you to configure an  
SL8500 library for applications running on multiple operating systems.  
Following are important features and restrictions of library partitioning.  
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Library Partitioning  
Partition Configuration Requirements  
Only a single library can be partitioned. All pass-thru ports (PTPs) must be disabled  
before partitioning can be enabled. A library complex with functional PTPs cannot be  
partitioned (see “Library Complex” on page 19 for details about library complexes).  
The smallest unit of measure for a partition is a rail, and a partition can consist of one  
to four rails. Rails in the partition must be adjacent—for example, a partition can  
consist of rails 1, 2, and 3, or rails 2 and 3, but not rails 1 and 3 only.  
Each rail can be assigned to only one partition.  
Hosts and Partitions  
Each partition is assigned exclusively to one of the following:  
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A single ACSLS host  
A single HSC host  
A group of up to 16 HSC hosts sharing a common control dataset (CDS)  
Each partition appears to the host as a separate ACS. An ACSLS server can control one  
or more partitions in a library, whereas an HSC system can control only one partition in  
a library.  
Rails assigned to one partition are reported to all other partition owners as  
“unallocated.” Partition owners cannot access or display information about any of the  
drives, storage slots, or cartridges within partitions assigned to other hosts.  
Library Resources and Partitions  
All drives, storage slots, and cartridges within a partition are owned exclusively by the  
assigned host. For example, if rails 1 and 2 are configured for an HSC host, only HSC-  
designated drives and cartridges can be installed at those rail positions.  
All HandBots and CAPs in the library are shared resources which cannot be assigned  
exclusively to one partition.  
Each host must reserve a CAP to use it, and when done, must release the reservation to  
make the CAP available to other hosts. No other host can access the CAP until the first  
host has terminated the operation and released the reservation.  
If for some reason a host cannot release its CAP reservation, a library operator can use  
the SLConsole to override (unreserve) the reservation. You should use caution with this  
procedure, however. See “Overriding a CAP Reservation” on page 54 for the detailed  
procedure.  
Since CAPs are shared resources, they cannot be set to run in auto mode. The  
commands to enable CAP auto mode are disabled to ACSLS and HSC for a partitioned  
library.  
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Library Partitioning  
System Requirements for Library Partitioning  
Note – Library partitioning is a licensed feature which must be enabled by your Sun  
service representative.  
Following are minimum system requirements for library partitioning:  
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SL8500 firmware version 3.7x  
StreamLine Library Console version 3.25  
ACSLS version 7.1/7.1.1 with PUT 0701 (Solaris on SPARC)  
ACSLS HA 2.0 with PTF6514766  
HSC 6.1 with current PTFs  
NCS, ExPR, VTCS versions 6.1  
ExLM version 6.0  
VSM version 4 and 5  
Capacities for Partitions  
Table 1-7 shows the data cartridge capacities per rail in a partitioned library.  
TABLE 1-7  
Partition Data Cartridge Capacities  
Module Type  
Total Cartridge Capacity Per Rail  
1
Drive and Electronics  
0
Robotic Interface  
Customer Interface  
Basic library total  
200  
162  
362  
Each rail in an expansion module provides 432 additional data cartridge slots.  
First storage expansion module  
Second storage expansion module  
Third storage expansion module  
Fourth storage expansion module  
794  
1226  
1658  
2090  
2522  
Fifth storage expansion module  
1
There are no cartridge storage locations in the Drive and Electronics Module.  
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Library Specifications  
TABLE 1-8  
Physical  
Library Specifications  
• Hmeight  
• Width  
2.37 m (236.6 cm) or 7.76 ft (93.15 in.)  
1.7 m (170.8 cm) or 5.6 ft (67.25 in.)  
2.8 m (276.9 cm) or 9.1 ft (109 in.)  
3.7 m (372.1 cm) or 12.2 ft (146.5 in.)  
4.7 m (467.4 cm) or 15.3 ft (184 in.)  
5.6 m (562.6 cm) or 18.5 ft (221.5 in.)  
• Depth (Base Library)  
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■
With 1 expansion module  
With 2 expansion modules  
With 3 expansion modules  
• Weights  
Library only:  
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Base Library  
1954 kg (4,309 lb)  
2392 kg (5,274 lb)  
2830 kg (6,239 lb)  
3396 kg (7,487 lb)  
With 1 expansion module  
With 2 expansion modules  
With 3 expansion modules  
• Weight distribution per pad  
454 kg (1,000 lb)  
• Pass-thru Port  
231 cm (91 in.)  
17.2 cm (6.76 in.)  
150.8 cm (59.4 in.)  
121 kg (266 lb) including the mechanisms  
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Height  
Width  
Depth  
Weight  
• Service Clearances  
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Customer Interface Module  
Drive & Electronics Module  
Pass-thru port (between)  
66 cm (26 in.)  
85 cm (33.5 in.)  
15.24 cm (6 in.)  
• Temperature  
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Operating  
Shipping  
Storing  
+16 to +32°C (+60 to +90°F)  
-30.5 to +49°C (-23 to +120°F)  
+4.4 to +32°C (+40 to +90°F)  
+25.6°C (+78°F) maximum, non-condensing  
• Wet bulb (operating)  
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■
■
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Humidity  
Operating  
Shipping  
Storing  
20% to 80%  
5% to 90%  
20% to 80%  
• Operating Heat Output  
44,380 Btu/hr (maximum loading**)  
Calculation for this is: 3.41214 x Watts = Btu/hr  
• Power Consumption  
13.0 kW (maximum loading**)  
13.7 kVA  
kVA = kWatts ÷ Power factor  
The power factor for the SL8500 = 0.95  
Single phase configuration and three phase  
configurations  
**Maximum loading includes 64 tape drives, 4 fully loaded racks, 8 HandBots, all the front frame components  
(CAPs, service door, and elevators), plus redundant control modules.  
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TABLE 1-8  
Library Specifications (Continued)  
Physical  
Tape Drive Weights without Tray  
Tape Drive Weights with Drive Tray  
• T9840 = 3.9 kg (8.5 lb)  
T9840 = 8.2 kg (18.0 lb)  
T9940 = 11 kg (24.3 lb)  
IBM LTO = 6.9 kg (15 lb)  
HP LTO = 6.9 kg (15 lb)  
• T9940 = 6.8 kg (15.0 lb)  
• IBM LTO = 2.5 kg (5.5 lb)  
• HP LTO = 2.5 kg (5.5 lb)  
• Drive Tray = 4.3 kg (9.5 lb)  
• Cartridge Tape Weights are approximately 227 g (8.0 oz) or 0.227 kg (0.5 lb)  
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CHAPTER  
Configuration Information  
This chapter describes how to verify the library and drives configuration entries for  
operation.  
Some configuration values, such as drive locations, capacity, and drive types are set  
through an automatic configuration process that occurs during an IPL. However, before  
the library is fully operational, some of the configuration values must be verified and  
entered manually.  
Typically, your service representative will configure your library during installation,  
during firmware upgrade, or after drives are added. If you must change the library’s  
configuration, you may enter the values through the Library Console. Library  
configuration also includes setting up cleaning options using the library management  
software.  
Installing StreamLine Library Console  
StreamLine Library Console is a software application that provides all of the functions  
to test, monitor, and operate the library. You should activate the site user accounts  
before accessing this application (see “Activating Password” on page 28).  
StreamLine Library Console is contained on a compact disk (PN 3139995xx). The code  
level of this application is also available on the Customer Resource Center web site at  
http://www.support.storagetek.com.  
▼ To install the StreamLine Library Console on your  
PC  
1. Run the Library Console installer from the CD or download the appropriate Library  
Console code installer file from the customer resource center (CRC) at  
http://www.support.storagetek.com to a folder on your PC.  
Microsoft Windows installer file: SLConsoleWindowsSTK.exe  
Sun Solaris installer file: SLConsoleSolarisSTK.bin  
2. Follow the guided instructions to complete the installation.  
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Activating Password  
If you are logging on to the Library Console for the first time you must activate your  
user account (admin) with an activation password.  
The Library Console security system requires activation of your site user account with  
an activation password. This activation password is valid for one time use only. After  
the initial login with the activation password, the system prompts you to setup a new  
password for the user account. You can then share the new password with other users  
requiring access to the Library Console using the same user account.  
Your service representative will retrieve the Activation Password for the customer  
administrator account.  
▼ To Activate Your User Account  
1. Logon to the Library Console by entering your site user ID (service, admin, or oem),  
activation password, and the library name.  
Note – The activation password is case sensitive. You must type this password exactly  
as it was issued by the Activation Password Request application. If you there is a  
mismatch, you have to obtain another password from the Activation Password Request  
application.  
2. The system authenticates the user ID and the activation password for the library.  
3. If the authentication is not successful, the system displays the following error  
message:  
“account is not activated. Contact customer Support for an activation  
password.”  
4. If the logon process is successful, the system directs you to the change password  
screen to do the following:  
a. Type a new password.  
b. Retype the new password to confirm.  
Note – It is mandatory to assign a new password to your user ID for future access to  
the StreamLine Library Console.  
Verifying Configuration Entries  
To verify or enter configuration details using the Library Console, select  
System Details, and then select the ? button for the online help.  
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Dynamic World Wide Name  
Complete or verify the following fields to make the library and the drives operational:  
Library Configuration Entries  
TABLE 2-1  
Fields  
Valid Values  
Description  
Transition State  
Online  
Online indicates that the library is available for operation.  
Offline  
Forced offline  
Offline completes all outstanding jobs for the drive before  
taking it offline.  
Forced offline (not recommended) immediately varies the drive  
offline; all outstanding jobs receive a device failure error.  
TABLE 2-2  
Fields  
Drive Configuration Entries  
Valid Values  
Description  
Port X Enabled  
True  
False  
Setting this value will turn on or off the physical port (A or B)  
on the drive.  
If you select False then the communication channel between  
the host software and the drive is disabled.  
The network software automatically configures the Port (A or  
B) address. This is called soft mode addressing.  
The arbitrated loop topology (hard ALPAs [Arbitrated Loop Physical  
Addresses]) can not be enabled for the SL8500 library or drives.  
Transition State  
Online  
Online indicates that the drive is available for operation.  
Offline  
Forced offline  
Offline completes all outstanding jobs for the drive before  
taking it offline.  
Forced offline (not recommended) immediately varies the drive  
offline; all outstanding jobs receive a device failure error.  
Dynamic World Wide Name  
Each connection (port) in a Fibre Channel environment must have a unique ID called  
the World Wide Name (WWN). The WWN is a 64-bit address that identifies each  
individual device, company, with vendor information.When enabled, dWWN assigns  
names to library drive slots rather than devices. When a drive is replaced, the new drive  
receives the same name as the one it replaced, thereby eliminating the need for system  
re-configuration There are three World wide Names reserved for each drive bay: Node,  
Port A, and Port B.  
Changing the WWN feature must be coordinated with the system administrator and is  
usually enabled during installation.  
Note – Both library and tape drives must have microcode or firmware that supports  
the dynamic World Wide Naming feature.  
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Upgrading Firmware  
Caution – Changing the dWWN feature must be coordinated with the system  
administrator. The feature is usually enabled at installation time.  
A record of the configuration should be kept; this is not only something that should  
always be done, but it absolutely essential with the dWWN feature to eliminate system  
issues in the case of an failure.  
Caution – System problems: When enabling dWWN, all drives must be at the proper  
firmware level. If a drive has down level firmware, it will remain in the “configuring”  
state and is unavailable for host use.  
Important:  
Tape drives that are migrated from other libraries will be assigned a different WWN when  
installed in an SL8500 library. The existing storage area network will not associate this  
new WWN with the originally assigned name. A best practice is to configure all drive  
bay slots in the library and verify that the tape drive data path is bound correctly over  
the network.  
Upgrading Firmware  
The initial library code is factory-installed on all new libraries and resides within the  
flash memory on the HBC card.  
Use the Library Console to download new firmware to the library.  
There are two types of firmware packages (image files) for the library:  
■
SL8500 code for the library controllers and the associated devices  
■
StreamLine Library Console application code for the local operator console  
Note – You can download code using only the remote operator console and not the  
local optional touch screen operator control panel. So, if the library has the optional  
touch screen panel, you can load updates to the Library Console application using the  
remote operator console.  
The SL8500 code does not contain the code for the different drive types.  
Before launching the code load utility, download the firmware upgrade package from  
the customer resource center (CRC) at http://www.support.storagetek.com to a folder  
on your PC.  
Note – The firmware package is a .jar file. The firmware package for the SL8500 library  
firmware is SL8500.jar and for the local operator console is SLConsoleLocalDist.jar.  
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Upgrading the Remote Library Console  
Upgrading firmware is a three-step process:  
1. Download the firmware package  
2. Activate the downloaded firmware currently residing in the library complex  
3. Reboot the library to make the firmware operational  
Note – The library has two versions of the image file residing in the flash memory.  
After the library completes the reboot process, the latest image becomes active and the  
earlier version that serves as a backup may be restored if required.  
For instructions on loading new code, refer to the online help documentation accessible  
through the application.  
Upgrading the Remote Library Console  
▼ To upgrade the Remote Library Console  
application installed on your PC  
1. Download the appropriate Library Console code installer file from the customer  
resource center (CRC) at http://www.support.storagetek.com to a folder on your PC.  
Microsoft Windows installer file: SLConsoleWindowsSTK.exe  
Sun Solaris installer file: SLConsoleSolarisSTK.bin  
Note – You may want to uninstall the previous version of the application before  
launching the installer program.  
2. Run the Library Console installer to install the application on your PC.  
3. Follow the guided instructions to complete the installation.  
PTP Configuration  
The preferred method of adding a PTP is by installing the PTP and second library to the  
left side (as viewed from the front of the existing library). This will makes the existing  
library a home library. This method does not require system reconfiguration.  
If a PTP and second library are added to the right side (as viewed from the front of the  
existing library), this would make the existing library an away library and  
reconfiguration is required.  
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FIGURE 2-1 on page 33 illustrates the concept of home and away libraries.  
Nondisruptive Installation  
Installing PTPs from right to left has several advantages:  
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Existing libraries can remain operational while the PTP frame is attached to them  
during the installation of the adjacent library.  
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■
No rebooting of HSC or ACSLS is required.  
Mount requests continue as normal in the first library (or existing library complex).  
If cartridges are placed into the new SL8500, an ACSLS or HSC audit must be run to  
add these cartridges to the database. The pre-existing LSMs can remain online  
during the audit.  
The numbering process proceeds sequentially from right-to-left as shown in TABLE 2-3.  
TABLE 2-3  
Adding a Library to the Left  
New Library  
Library C  
Existing Libraries  
Library A  
Library B  
LSMs 8-11  
LSMs 4-7  
LSMs 0-3  
Disruptive PTP Installation  
Growing the library complex from left to the right requires:  
■
■
■
Varying the libraries offline  
Renumbering the LSMs  
Auditing the new and existing libraries to update volume locations  
This type of installation is therefore is highly disruptive to the library operations.  
▼ To perform a disruptive PTP installation—for  
ACSLS or HSC  
1. Vary the LSMs offline.  
2. Dynamically update the HSC or ACSLS configurations.  
3. Because the LSMs are being renumbered, run an audit of the existing libraries and  
the new one added to update the cartridge locations. Vary the LSMs in the complex  
online.  
Refer to your library management software publication for more information.  
Failure to reconfigure and audit of the libraries in the new complex will result in:  
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Mount failures because cartridges cannot be found in their new, correct locations.  
■
Cartridge collisions because enters of new cartridges could collide with existing  
cartridges currently occupying the slots.  
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PTP Configuration  
Perform audits in a specific sequence to avoid loss or mismatch of VOLIDs. first audit  
the library with the highest numbered LSMs. The audit process must proceed sequentially  
from left-to-right, as shown in TABLE 2-4. Audit the newly added library (lowest  
numbered LSM) last.  
TABLE 2-4  
Adding a Library to the Right  
Exiting Libraries  
New Library  
First Audit  
Library A  
Second Audit  
Library B  
Last Audit  
Library C  
Renumbers LSMs 4-7 to 8-11 Renumbers LSMs 0-3 to 4-7  
Assigns LSM numbers 0-3  
FIGURE 2-1 shows how the libraries are configured when adding a PTP to an exiting  
library complex.  
FIGURE 2-1 Adding a PTP to an Existing Library Complex  
An existing Library complex has two libraries (A and B), connected with a PTP.  
A = The home library contains LSMs 0—3.  
B = The away library contains LSMs 4—7  
Pass-thru Port connecting  
existing libraries Aand B  
New library C added to the  
right of libraries A and B with  
a Pass-thru Port  
New library Cadded to the  
left of libraries Aand Bwith  
a Pass-thru Port  
Existing libraries Aand B  
connected with a  
Pass-thru Port  
C
B
LSM 8  
9
LSM 8  
9
10  
11  
10  
11  
Front  
Front  
L203 875  
L203 876  
In this example, adding another library (C) to the left  
of the library complex increases the LSM numbering  
sequentially. This is the preferred method.  
In this example, adding another library (C) to the  
right of the library complex requires a  
reconfiguration of LSM numbering.  
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PTP Addressing Scheme  
The following terms and definitions apply to PTP operations:  
Home Library: For two libraries connected by PTPs, the home library is the library  
supplying power and signals to the PTP through the left side of the Drive and  
Electronics Module, as viewed from the front of both libraries.  
Away Library: For two libraries connected by PTPs, the away library is the library on  
the left side of the home library as viewed from the front of both libraries.  
The PTP addressing scheme is the same five-digit value as the other SL8500 devices and  
locations (see “Internal Address” on page 110).  
PTP numbering for the home library is:  
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Library number  
Rail number (1-4 [internal firmware] or 0-3 [host])  
-6 (Column number)  
1 (Side number)  
0 (Row number)  
PTP numbering for the away library would be:  
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Library number  
Rail (LSM) number (1-4 [hardware] or 0-3 [host])  
+6 (Column number)  
1 (Side number)  
0 (Row number)  
Note – Columns +6 and -6 are the PTP areas for a library. Column +6 in a library  
firmware address refers to libraries connected to the right, -6 indicates libraries  
connected to the left.  
However, the host software (ACSLS and HSC) consider Panel 1 as the PTP area, whereas  
elevators are Panel 0. The first library installed in the complex is 1 and each additional  
library added to the complex increments by 1.  
Home and away designations are always referenced from a PTP perspective of the  
library it is connected to. When more than two libraries are connected in a complex,  
every library that has two neighbors is both a home and away library, depending on the  
perspective of the PTP devices. For example, the middle library in a set of three is the  
home library for the PTP's on its left and the away library for the PTPs on its right.  
Configuring Library Partitions  
Note – Library partitioning is a licensed feature which must be enabled by your Sun  
service representative. This feature is available starting with SL8500 firmware version  
3.7x and StreamLine Library Console version 3.25. See “System Requirements for  
Library Partitioning” on page 24 for complete details.  
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Planning Library Partition Configurations  
Library partitioning requires careful planning, a thorough knowledge of library wall  
and slot mapping, and expertise in configuring and administering ACSLS and HSC  
host software applications. There must be clear communication among all parties  
involved, including system programmers and administrators, library operators, and  
your Sun service representative.  
See “Library Partitioning” on page 22 for details about library partitioning features and  
requirements.  
Before creating partitions, you must verify that all tape drives and cartridges have been  
moved to the proper location, according to the planned host/rail assignments. For  
example, if rails 1 and 2 will be owned by an ACSLS host, only ACSLS-compatible  
drives can be installed at those rail positions, and all cartridges containing data for the  
ACSLS host must be migrated to those rails.  
See the SL8500 Modular Library System Best Practices Guide for complete information  
about partition planning.  
Following are examples of valid library partition configurations.  
Example 1: one-partition library  
Rail  
1
Library A  
2
Partition 1, Host A (HSC)  
3
4
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Partition 1 is owned by an HSC host.  
Example 2: two-partition library  
Rail  
1
Library B  
Partition 1, Host A (HSC)  
Partition 2, Host B (ACSLS)  
2
3
4
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Partition 1 is controlled by an HSC host.  
Partition 2 is controlled by an ACSLS host.  
Rail 4 is unassigned and therefore not available for use.  
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Example 3: two-partition library  
Rail  
1
Library C  
2
Partition 2, Host A (HSC)  
Partition 3, Host B (HSC)  
3
4
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Partition 2 is controlled by an HSC host.  
Partition 3 is controlled by a second HSC host.  
Rails 1 and 3 are unassigned and therefore not available for use.  
Example 4: three-partition library  
Rail  
1
Library D  
Partition 2, Host A (ACSLS)  
2
3
Partition 3, Host A (ACSLS)  
Partition 4, Host B (ACSLS)  
4
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Partitions 2 and 3 are owned by the same ACSLS host. Each partition appears to the  
ACSLS host as a separate ACS.  
Partition 4 is owned by a second ACSLS host.  
Example 5: three-partition library  
Rail  
1
Library E  
Partition 1, Host A (ACSLS)  
Partition 2, Host B (HSC)  
2
3
Partition 3, Host C (HSC)  
4
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Partition 1 is controlled by an ACSLS host.  
Partition 2 is controlled by an HSC host.  
Partition 3 is controlled by a second HSC host.  
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Example 6: four-partition library  
Rail  
1
Library E  
Partition 1, Host A (ACSLS)  
Partition 2, Host B (HSC)  
Partition 3, Host C (HSC)  
Partition 4, Host D (ACSLS)  
2
3
4
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■
■
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Partition 1 is controlled by an ACSLS host.  
Partition 2 is controlled by an HSC host.  
Partition 3 is controlled by a second HSC host.  
Partition 4 is controlled by a second ASCLS host.  
Defining Library Partitions  
▼ To Create Partitions  
Note – It is recommended that you quiesce the library to all hosts before beginning this  
procedure. See the ACSLS and HSC documentation for details.  
1. Select Tools > Partitions.  
2. In the Partition ID column of the partition you want to create, select the rails that  
you want to include. For example, to include rails 1 and 2 in Partition 2 select Rail 1  
and Rail 2 under the Partition ID 2 column.  
Note – Partition IDs do not need to be contiguous. For example, you can create  
Partition 2 and Partition 4, with no Partition 1 or 3.  
Note – Rails within a partition must be adjacent to one another. For example, you can  
create a partition that includes rails 3 and 4, or rails 2, 3, and 4, but not rails 2 and 4  
only.  
Note – Each rail corresponds to an LSM, with the ID of each offset by one. Rail 1 =  
LSM 0, Rail 2 = LSM 1, etc.  
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Select Apply to apply the updates and continue to Step 3.  
Select Refresh to cancel the updates and restore the original screen settings.  
3. A dialog displays, “This operation will take the library offline temporarily. Do you  
wish to continue?”  
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Select OK to make the updates. The library goes offline and all host connections are  
dropped while the updates are made.  
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Select Cancel to cancel the updates and return to Step 2.  
4. All library hosts must now be configured to activate these updates. See the ACSLS  
and HSC documentation for details.  
▼ To Remove Partitions  
Note – It is recommended that you quiesce the library to all hosts before beginning this  
procedure. See the ACSLS and HSC documentation for details.  
1. Select Tools > Partitions.  
2. Select Unassigned for each rail you want to remove from a partition, or select  
Disable ALL Partitions to remove all rails from all partitions.  
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Select Apply to apply the updates and continue to Step 3.  
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Select Refresh to cancel the updates and restore the original screen settings.  
3. A dialog displays, “This operation will take the library offline temporarily. Do you  
wish to continue?”  
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Select OK to make the updates. The library goes offline and all host connections are  
dropped while the updates are made.  
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Select Cancel to cancel the updates and return to Step 2.  
4. All library hosts must now be configured to activate these updates. See the ACSLS  
and HSC documentation for details.  
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Host to Library Communications  
This chapter describes host and server support, the connections from the library to the  
server.  
Host Interfaces  
Host interface connections to the library are done with one of two methods:  
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TCP/IP protocol over an Ethernet 10/100-baseT physical interface.  
Fibre Channel physical interface using SCSI commands and protocol.  
TCP/IP  
The SL8500 library uses TCP/IP protocol over an Ethernet physical interface to manage  
and communicate with the library. This interface enables both enterprise-level (HSC)  
and open system platforms (ACSLS) to connect to and communicate with the SL8500.  
Note – A private network connection to an Ethernet hub or switch is recommended for  
maximum throughput and minimum resource contention.  
The HBC card is the library controller responsible for coordinating all component  
operations within the library and providing the interface connection with the host.  
There are two separate Ethernet connections on the HBC card for host to library  
communications—Ports 2A and 2B.  
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Port 2A provides the Dual TCP/IP host connection—this is an optional feature for  
SL8500 libraries..  
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Port 2B provides the primary connection for host communications—this is the  
standard connection for SL8500 libraries.  
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Figure 1. TCP/IP Connections  
1. HBC card (library controller)  
1
2. Port 2B—primary TCP/IP host connection  
3. Port 2A—secondary dual TCP/IP host connection  
4. Electronics control module (ECM)  
Note: The other two Ethernet connections—Ports 1A and 1B—are  
reserved and for library-to-library communications for the pass-thru  
ports.  
2
3
4
L203 059  
Note – A private network connection to an Ethernet hub or switch is recommended for  
maximum throughput and minimum resource contention.  
Consult with your Service Representative to identify the appropriate network topology  
for your site an to configure your SL8500 library to support Dual TCP/IP.  
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An example of how dual TCP/IP information appears on the operator panel is shown  
in FIGURE 3-1.  
FIGURE 3-1 StreamLine Library Console – Dual TCP/IP Properties  
Definitions and Terminology  
The SL8500 has Dual TCP/IP—two public network interfaces: the one previously used  
for TCP/IP—Port 2B on the HBC card—and a second one on Port 2A of the HBC card.  
This feature requires FRS_3.08 or higher library microcode.  
Terminology associated with TCP/IP and dual TCP/IP are:  
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Dual path—Two distinct physical paths within a network architecture that  
interconnect two host systems. Note that these paths are between host systems, not  
between a host and an SL8500 library.  
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Dual TCP/IP—Provides two separate host connections between the host software  
(ACSLS or HSC) and the library controller. When both communication paths are  
available, ACSLS and HSC use both of them to communicate with the SL8500.  
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Ethernet—a local-area network (LAN) architecture that serves as the basis for the  
IEEE 802.3 standard. Ethernet is one of the most widely implemented LAN  
standards.  
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10Base-T: 10 Mbps baseband Ethernet over twisted pair cables with a maximum  
length of 100 meters.  
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100Base-T: 100 Mbps baseband Ethernet over twisted pair cable.  
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Mbps—megabits per second, a unit of measure for data transfer speed (a megabit is  
equal to one million bits). Newer versions of Ethernet, called Gig-E or 1000Base-T  
support data transfers of 1 gigabit (1,000 Mbps).  
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Multi-homed—the host system contains more than one network interface—this does  
not imply redundancy.  
Netmask:—also known as network mask or subnet mask. This entry makes the  
library accessible through a subnet on a larger network, using a number from 0 to 32; for  
example, 126.80.70.121/23.  
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■
Redundant TCP/IP—relates to dynamic routing or switching from a primary  
interface to a secondary interface in the event of a network failure on one interface.  
Static Routing—routing information in the host system is manually configured by  
the system administrator. This is the only routing method supported by SL8500.  
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TCP/IP—Transmission Control Protocol/Internet Protocol  
TCP is one of the main protocols in networks that enable two hosts to establish a  
connection and exchange streams of data. TCP guarantees delivery of data and also  
guarantees that packets are delivered in the order they were sent.  
IP specifies the format of packets and the addressing scheme.  
Fibre Channel  
Topologies include:  
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Switched Fabric  
Note – This topology is the only one supported for library-attached drives.  
A switched fabric provides dynamic interconnections between nodes and multiple,  
simultaneous Fibre Channel connections for the network.  
If the library is connected to a Fibre Channel switch or fabric-capable host, it  
configures itself as a switched topology. A switched fabric topology can support up  
to 16 million ports logged into the fabric.  
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Arbitrated Loop  
Note – The library does not support forcing Arbitrated Loop connection by setting a  
Hard ALPA (Arbitrated Loop Physical Address).  
Library Management Software  
Library management software components control the library and manage the library  
database. They also retain volume location and attribute information, plus perform  
activities such as mounts and dismounts, enters and ejects.  
Sun offers several software components depending on the platform, connection type,  
and operating system.  
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Note – The same Sun StorageTek library management software currently used by the  
customer today can be upgraded to support the SL8500 library.  
Nearline Control Solutions  
Some of the Sun suite of Nearline Control Solutions (NCS) software products are  
described in the sections below.  
Client System Component  
MVS/CSC provides client functions and communications between an MVS host and the  
Library Control System (LCS) or server on a non-MVS host. MVS/CSC allows the MVS  
client to perform automatic tape handling on a Sun library in addition to sharing  
multiple host systems (both IBM and non-IBM).  
The MVS/CSC can communicate with LibraryStation in an MVS-only environment, or  
the SMC and the Sun StorageTek HTTP server can provide communication between  
MVS hosts.  
Storage Management Component  
Storage Management Component (SMC) is the interface between IBM’s OS/390 and  
z/OS operating systems and a Sun library. SMC performs the allocation processing,  
message handling, and SMS processing for the NCS solution. SMC resides on the MVS  
host system with HSC and/or MVS/CSC, or on a remote system using the Sun  
StorageTek HTTP server to communicate with the HSC. SMC communicates with HSC  
or MVS/CSC to determine policies, volume locations, and drive ownership.  
Note – SMC is a required NCS component.  
Sun StorageTek HTTP Server  
Sun StorageTek’s HTTP Server for OS/390 and z/OS optionally provides the  
middleware to allow communication between the SMC (client) and a remote HSC  
subsystem (server). The HTTP server executes as a separate subsystem on the MVS host  
where the remote HSC subsystem resides.  
Host Software Component  
When an SL8500 library is in a stand-alone configuration with an MVS host, the host  
must run a version of Sun’s Host Software Component (HSC) along with the Storage  
Management Component (SMC).  
Sun’s HSC and SMC:  
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Influence allocations  
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Intercept mount and dismount messages  
Receive requests from the interface and translates them into commands  
HSC resides within the MVS host, but is invisible to the actual operating system.  
Versions of HSC that support library complex operation are:  
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HSC 6.0 (with additional PTFs) or higher  
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HSC 6.1 with Near Continuous Operation (NCO)  
Caution – For customers using HSC 6.1 with NCO: Upgrading the library complex  
configuration without performing a LIBGEN, MERGEcds, or stopping/restarting HSC  
is possible, but this requires assistance from Sun.  
LibraryStation  
LibraryStation provides a communications interface between HSC and a client system  
running an open systems host (either MVS or open systems), allowing network clients  
to access the library services of a Sun Automated Cartridge System (ACS) through the  
MVS host system. LibraryStation can communicate with the MVS/CSC in an MVS-only  
environment, or the SMC and the Sun StorageTek HTTP server can provide  
communication between MVS hosts. LibraryStation executes in the HSC address space  
on MVS.  
Automated Cartridge System Library Software (ACSLS)  
ACSLS is a software package that manages library contents and controls library  
hardware for the mounting and dismounting of cartridges.  
Note – ACSLS 7.1 (with PUT0601, for Near Continuous Operation) or higher is  
required to support PTP and T10000 tape drive operation.  
This application maintains a database that tracks tape volume names and their current  
locations in the tape libraries. In CSC configurations, ACSLS manages the library  
control software that runs in the UNIX-based Library Control System.  
Note – The ACSLS application is sold to support a defined number of cartridge slots.  
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CHAPTER  
Library Operation  
The library has three modes of operation, automated, manual, and maintenance. These  
modes are defined and explained in the following sections.  
Automated Mode of Operation  
The automated mode of operation is active when a library system or library complex is  
automatically mounting/dismounting cartridges without physical intervention by a  
person.  
General automated library operations consist of the following activities:  
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“Mounting and Dismounting of Cartridges” on page 45  
“Performing CAP Activities” on page 46  
“Using CAPS in a Partitioned Library” on page 53  
“Monitoring Library Events” on page 57  
“Monitoring PTPs” on page 58  
“Cleaning of Drives” on page 58  
Mounting and Dismounting of Cartridges  
The central function of the library or library complex is the automated mounting and  
dismounting of cartridges. Host mount/dismount commands are accepted by the  
library’s central processor and translated into robotic commands that are performed by  
the robots.  
Mount Sequence  
A simplified mount sequence involves the following steps:  
1. A host requests that a specific volume serial number (VOLID) for a cartridge be  
mounted in a drive.  
2. The library transmits to the host that the VOLID is located within the library and a  
drive is available to satisfy the mount request.  
3. The library assumes responsibility for the mount.  
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4. The host command is translated by the library controller into motion commands for  
the robot.  
5. The cartridge is taken from its slot and placed in the drive.  
6. The library returns status to the host that the mount operation is completed.  
7. The drive then performs the read/write activity directed by the host.  
Dismount Sequence  
A simplified dismount sequence involves the following steps:  
1. A host requests that a specific VOLID be dismounted from a drive.  
2. The library transmits to the host that the VOLID is located in the drive and the  
library is available to satisfy the dismount request.  
3. The library assumes responsibility for the dismount.  
4. The host command is translated by the library controller into mechanical commands  
for the robot.  
5. The cartridge is taken from the drive and placed into its home slot.  
6. The library returns status to the host that the dismount operation is completed.  
The library then awaits another activity directed by the host or continues those  
activities waiting in the library’s queue of commands.  
Performing CAP Activities  
Note – This section describes general CAP activities applying to all libraries. For  
specific information on CAP activities in partitioned libraries, see “Using CAPS in a  
Partitioned Library” on page 53.  
The CAP door contains a standard CAP A (on the left, as viewed from the front); an  
additional CAP (CAP B, on the right) is also available. CAPs allow you to import  
(enter) cartridges and export (eject) cartridges from the library.  
A single CAP contains three magazines; each magazine contains 13 cells, allowing  
import/export of up to 39 cartridges at a time. The magazines can be removed from the  
CAP to import cartridges in a batch mode. Rotation of the CAP is accomplished  
through a motor. CAP operations are controlled by the HBZ logic card.  
The CAP magazines span the lower three rails and on the right side of the library only.  
To import or export a cartridge from the top rail on the right side, a HandBot places the  
cartridge in an elevator slot to accomplish the move.  
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FIGURE 4-1 CAP A Unlocked  
1
2
L203_473  
1. CAP slot  
2. Three magazines with 13 slots each  
▼ To open the CAP  
1. Logon to the StreamLine Library Console and select Tools > Utilities.  
2. Select the CAP and then change the Locked status to False, and then select Apply.  
See the online help documentation accessible through the Library Console  
application.  
Note – The LED light is on when you unlock the CAP and the CAP status changes to  
“unlocked” in the host library management software.  
3. Press the appropriate CAP Unlocked button (CAP A or CAP B) on the operator  
keypad (FIGURE 1-6 on page 14).  
Note – This action causes the CAP to rotate outward and present the magazines to load  
or unload cartridges.  
▼ To close the CAP  
1. Press the appropriate CAP Unlocked button (CAP A or CAP B) on the operator  
keypad.  
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Note – The above action causes the CAP to rotate inward for robotic access.  
Caution – Possible Equipment Damage. DO NOT manually force the CAP to open or  
close.  
2. From the StreamLine Library Console, select Tools > Utilities.  
3. Select the CAP and then change the Locked status to False, and then select Apply.  
See the online help documentation accessible through the Library Console  
application.  
Cartridge Slot Locations  
Slot locations within the CAPs have the following addressing:  
1. Library number (within a library complex)  
2. Rail number – Rails are numbered 1 through 4, rail 1 is the topmost rail.  
Note – CAP slots begin numbering at rail 2.  
3. Column number – Columns are “signed” numbers as seen from the front of the  
library, where +1 is right of the drive bays and -1 is to the left of the drive bays.  
4. Side number – Outer wall = 1, Inner wall = 2  
Note – For CAPs, side number -1 = CAP A and side number +1 = CAP B.  
5. Row number – Numbered consecutively, from the top down  
Note – CAP slots begin with row number 0, which is the magazine handle. CAP slots  
are not considered as storage slots.  
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An example of how this notation appears on the operator panel is shown in  
FIGURE 4-2.  
FIGURE 4-2 StreamLine Library Console – CAP  
Importing Cartridges  
When a cartridge is imported, the VOLID is read by the HandBot hand’s bar-code line  
scanner and the cartridge is assigned a home slot by the library controller or mounted  
on a drive, depending upon the purpose for which it was imported. The location of a  
stored cartridge is recorded in library memory, designated in the form of library  
number, rail, column, side, and row numbers (see Appendix A, “Cartridge Slot  
Locations”). The location is also transmitted to the host and stored in its cartridge  
database.  
Cartridges must be properly labeled (see “LTO Ultrium Generation 2 (Gen2) Fibre  
Channel Drives” on page 84) and correctly placed in the CAP slots. Insert the cartridges  
so that the customer label (if present) is facing up, the hub gear is facing down, and the  
VOLID label is facing you. Cartridges may be placed in any CAP slot, in any order; the  
HandBot audits all CAP slots upon closure of the CAP door. See “Ordering Cartridges  
and Labels” on page 75 for proper labeling and placement information.  
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FIGURE 4-3 Placement of Cartridges with the Magazine Inside the CAP  
2
1
3
L203_449  
1. Customer label (9x40 only)  
2. Magazine slots  
3. Volume serial number label  
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FIGURE 4-4 Placement of Cartridges with the Magazine Outside the CAP  
2
3
1
4
L203_474  
1. CAP  
3. Magazine slots  
4. Inserting cartridge with hub down  
2. CAP magazine removed  
When a CAP is in automated mode, it is unlocked unless it is currently being used to  
import cartridges.  
▼ To import cartridges using the CAP  
1. Make sure that the CAP is unlocked (see TABLE 1-4 on page 15 for a description of  
CAP indicators).  
2. Press the appropriate CAP Unlocked button (CAP A or CAP B) on the operator key  
pad.  
Note – This action causes the CAP to rotate outward and present the magazines to load  
cartridges.  
3. With the CAP open, you may enter the cartridges into the magazines while the  
magazines are in the CAP; or you may remove the magazines from the CAP, insert  
cartridges into the magazines, and then replace the cartridge-filled magazines into  
the CAP.  
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Note – Cartridges may be placed in any CAP slot, in any order; the library audits all  
CAP slots when the CAP door closes.  
Caution – Possible Media Damage. While cartridges that do not contain external labels  
or are placed upside-down can be entered, this is not advisable. It presents problems  
when an audit is performed. Likewise, cartridges that contain unreadable or damaged  
labels should not be entered.  
4. Press the appropriate CAP Unlocked button (CAP A or CAP B) on the operator key  
pad.  
Note – This above action causes the CAP to rotate inward for robotic access.  
5. Make sure that the CAP is locked (see TABLE 1-4 on page 15 for a description of CAP  
indicators).  
Caution – Possible Equipment Damage. DO NOT manually force the CAP to open or  
close.  
Exporting Cartridges  
When a cartridge is exported, you must specify the VOLIDs of the cartridge you wish  
to remove from the library. The VOLID location is then retrieved from the library’s  
memory, the HandBot moves to the cartridge, removes it from its slot, and the cartridge  
is placed into the CAP slot. A total of 39 cartridges may be exported at one time  
through each CAP.  
After the CAP is opened, the location of the cartridge is erased from the librarys’  
memory and the host database. This is especially important when exporting cleaning  
cartridges from a library; if the cleaning cartridge is not removed from the CAP and the  
CAP is closed, the library treats the cartridge as “new” and the expired cleaning  
cartridge is used again.  
▼ To export cartridges using the CAP  
1. Type the eject command at the console. Refer to your library management software  
publication for the command syntax.  
2. The robot places cartridges into the CAP slots until all the specified cartridges are in  
the CAP. Refer to your library management software publication for the console  
messages.  
3. Press the appropriate CAP Unlocked button (CAP A or CAP B) on the operator key  
pad.  
Note – This action causes the CAP to rotate outward and present the magazines with  
the exported cartridges.  
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4. With the CAP open, remove the exported cartridge either by removing the cartridges  
from the magazine inside the CAP, or by removing the magazine from the CAP and  
then taking the cartridges from the magazine outside the CAP.  
If you remove the magazine, replace the empty magazine inside the appropriate CAP  
(CAP A or B).  
5. Press the appropriate CAP Unlocked button (CAP A or CAP B) on the operator key  
pad.  
Caution – Possible Equipment Damage. DO NOT manually force the CAP to open or  
close.  
6. If more cartridges need to be exported, the robot continues filling the CAP. Wait until  
the CAP door is unlocked and repeat Step 3 through Step 5.  
Note – The export operation ends automatically when all specified cartridges have  
been exported.  
Using CAPS in a Partitioned Library  
Note – This topic applies to partitioned libraries only. See “Configuring Library  
Partitions” on page 34 for details about defining library partitions.  
A CAP is a shared library resource—that is, it can be used by all partitions in the  
library.  
A CAP can be used by only one partition at a time. While a partition is using a CAP for  
enters or ejects, the CAP is reserved to that partition and unavailable to all others.  
In order for a partition to reserve a CAP, all of the following conditions must be met:  
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The CAP must be available—that is, not reserved by any other partition.  
The CAP must be empty.  
The CAP must be closed and locked.  
When a partition reserves a CAP, the library sends “CAP opened” and “CAP closed”  
messages only to the host holding the reservation.  
When a host attempts to reserve a CAP already reserved by another partition, the  
library sends a message to the requesting host identifying the partition ID and host ID  
holding the reservation.  
Automatic CAPs—that is, the ability for a library operator to open a CAP without first  
issuing an explicit enter request—are not supported in partitioned libraries.  
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How CAP Reservations Work in a Partitioned Library  
In a partitioned library, CAPs are shared by all partitions. When entering or ejecting  
cartridges, a partition reserves the CAP for its exclusive use. Before the CAP can be  
made available to other partitions, the host must complete the enter or eject operation  
and leave the CAP empty and in an unreserved state.  
In normal operations, the CAP reservation is released in the following ways:  
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Enter operations—After all cartridges have been successfully entered into the library,  
the requestor must explicitly terminate the enter command. The library releases the  
CAP after verifying that the CAP is closed and empty.  
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Eject operations—After all cartridges have been successfully ejected, the ACSLS or  
HSC host automatically terminates the eject operation. The library releases the CAP  
after verifying that the CAP is closed and empty.  
If for some reason a CAP reservation is not released as described above, the CAP will  
be unavailable to other all partitions, and cartridges belonging to the first partition may  
remain in the CAP. In this case, it is recommended that you identify the partition  
holding the CAP reservation and then terminate the enter or eject from that host. This  
ensures a normal release of the CAP reservation.  
Note – See the ACSLS or HSC documentation for details about terminating enters and  
ejects.  
In some cases, however, you may not be able to access the host holding the reservation  
and therefore cannot perform a normal release of the CAP. This may be because the  
host has terminated or because you lack physical access or security authorization to  
issue commands to the host. In these cases, you can use the SLConsole to override the  
CAP reservation (unreserve). See “Overriding a CAP Reservation” on page 54 for the  
detailed procedure.  
Note – Use extreme care when using the SLConsole to override a CAP reservation. If  
you do not complete the procedure, the CAP could be left unavailable to all partitions,  
and/or cartridges assigned to one partition could be entered into another partition.  
Note – You can use the SLConsole to override a CAP reservation only in a partitioned  
library. If a library is not partitioned, CAP reservations must always be released  
through ACSLS or HSC.  
Overriding a CAP Reservation  
Note – This topic applies to partitioned libraries only. If a library is not partitioned,  
CAP reservations must always be released through ACSLS or HSC. See the ACSLS and  
HSC documentation for details.  
Use this procedure when a partition has reserved a CAP, but the reservation cannot be  
released through the ACSLS or HSC host.  
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▼ To Override a CAP Reservation  
Note – You must follow all steps in this procedure. If you do not complete the  
procedure, the CAP could be left unavailable to all partitions, and/or cartridges  
assigned to one partition could be entered into another partition.  
1. At the SLConsole, select Tools > Diagnostics.  
2. On the device tree, expand the CAP Folder.  
3. Select the CAP whose reservation you want to override (unreserve).  
The screen displays a message identifying the partition (hli1, hli2, hli3, hli4, or default)  
that has reserved the CAP.  
4. Select the Unreserve tab.  
5. Select Apply to override the reservation.  
6. The screen displays the dialog, “This will remove the reservation from the  
designated host...”  
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Select OK to continue with the override operation. The library removes the CAP  
reservation and sets the CAP user to “default,” which makes the CAP unavailable to  
all partitions.  
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Select Cancel to cancel the override operation and return to Step 5.  
7. If the CAP is locked, unlock it at the SLConsole.  
8. Open the CAP.  
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If it is empty, proceed to Step 10.  
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If it contains cartridges, remove them all.  
9. Label the cartridges with the partition ID displayed in Step 3.  
10. Close the CAP. It locks automatically.  
The library locks and audits the CAP to verify that it is empty. It then sets the CAP  
status to “unreserved,” which makes the CAP available to all partitions.  
Note – You might need to refresh the CAP display to see the new CAP status.  
11. Contact a person responsible for managing the removed cartridges to determine their  
disposition. If they are to be re-entered into the library, they must be entered to the  
correct partition.  
CAP Release and Override Scenarios  
The following scenarios describe in detail the interactions between the SLConsole, the  
library, and the attached hosts when a CAP in a partitioned library is used to enter or  
eject cartridges.  
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Scenario 1—CAP reservation released by the ACSLS host  
Note – This illustrates how a CAP reservation is released by the host in normal  
operations.  
1. Partition 1, Host 1 (ACSLS) is ejecting cartridges through CAP A.  
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CAP A is reserved to Partition 1, Host 1.  
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Cartridges belonging to Partition 1, Host 1 are contained in CAP A.  
2. Partition 2, Host 2 requests to enter cartridges. The library rejects the request with a  
message indicating that the CAP is reserved by Partition 1, Host 1.  
3. All cartridges are successfully ejected. The ACSLS host automatically terminates the  
eject request.  
4. The library operator verifies that the CAP is empty, and then closes the CAP.  
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The library locks the CAP and audits it to verify that it is empty.  
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The library releases the CAP reservation. The CAP is available to all partitions.  
5. Host B must resubmit the enter request.  
CAP A is reserved to Partition 2, Host 2.  
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Scenario 2—CAP reservation overridden successfully  
Note – This illustrates an exceptional situation, where a CAP reservation must be  
overridden (unreserved) by the library operator.  
1. Partition 1, Host 1 (ACSLS) is entering cartridges through CAP A.  
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CAP A is reserved to Partition 1, Host 1.  
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Cartridges belonging to Partition 1, Host 1 are contained in CAP A.  
2. Partition 2, Host 2 requests to enter cartridges through CAP A. The library rejects the  
request with a message indicating that the CAP is reserved by Partition 1, Host 1.  
3. All cartridges are successfully entered, but the requestor does not explicitly  
terminate the enter request through the ACSLS host.  
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CAP A remains unlocked and reserved to Partition 1, Host 1.  
Note – The enter operation must always be explicitly terminated from the host.  
4. The library operator is unable to access the ACSLS console to terminate the enter.  
The operator uses the SLConsole to override the reservation on CAP A. (See  
“Overriding a CAP Reservation” on page 54 for the detailed procedure.)  
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The library removes the CAP reservation and sets the CAP user to “default.” The  
CAP is unavailable to all partitions.  
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The library sends a message to Partition 1, Host 1, indicating that the reservation on  
CAP A has been overridden.  
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5. The library operator uses the SLConsole to unlock the CAP.  
6. The library operator opens the CAP, verifies that it is empty, and then closes the CAP.  
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The library locks the CAP and audits it to verify that it is empty.  
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The library releases the CAP reservation. The CAP is available to all partitions.  
7. Partition 2, Host 2 must resubmit the enter request.  
CAP A is reserved to Partition 2, Host 2.  
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Monitoring Library Events  
Library operations are continually monitored by the HBC controller. All events  
associated with these operations are logged by the HBC card and can be retrieved by  
operators and service representative for examination.  
Library events are accessible from the StreamLine Library Console (see “Event  
Monitors” on page 103). Events are represented by the following codes:  
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Action codes (what command was issued, such as “load drive”)  
Result codes (what was the result of the action requested)  
Known service plan (KSP) diagnosis (what mechanism or component is responsible  
for the task or fault)  
See “Working with the Search Utility” on page 106 to lookup on a result code.  
Events are stored under three headings:  
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Communication events (host-to-library, library-to-library, and library-to-drive). Data  
for these events include:  
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Date/time stamp  
Library identifier  
Drive identifier  
Requestor  
Interface protocol  
Communication type  
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Error events, which include:  
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Date/time stamp  
Drive identifier  
Operation type  
Four-digit (hexadecimal) Action Code  
Interrupt level (generated by the hardware or software)  
VOLID for media-related events  
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Warning events, which indicate a loss of performance or events that may be  
indicative of future, fatal errors. The data for these are the same as in error events.  
Note – Using the Library Console you an spool event data being monitored to a file.  
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Monitoring PTPs  
You can monitor the libraries in a complex using the StreamLine Library Console. To  
use the Library Console in a library complex, you must open a separate session for each  
library in the complex.  
Note – You can have up to five Library Console sessions running for a library.  
After you log on to a Library Console session, the application automatically detects a  
PTP device if the library is in a complex. If a PTP is detected, the device tree displays  
the PTP folder (FIGURE 4-5)  
FIGURE 4-5 Sample System Detail Screen with the PTP Folder  
Cleaning of Drives  
The drives require periodic cleaning to prevent read and write errors. The drives can be  
setup for automatic or manual and automatic cleaning.  
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Note – You MUST use cleaning cartridges whose media types are compatible with the  
drive types in the library. See TABLE 5-6 on page 87 for cartridge codes.  
Manual Cleaning:  
Use the library management software to perform a manual clean. Refer to the software  
publication for command syntax.  
Cleaning cartridges have a limited life span. Refer to your tape drive’s publication for  
the recommended use and life of the drive’s cleaning cartridge. When a cleaning  
cartridge expires, use the CAP to eject the expired cleaning cartridge and replace the  
cleaning cartridge by perform an enter (see “Importing Cartridges” on page 49 and  
“Exporting Cartridges” on page 52).  
Automatic Cleaning:  
When a drive requires cleaning, the library management software automatically  
mounts a cleaning cartridge on the drive when required. When the cartridge  
dismounts, the robot returns the cleaning cartridge to its slot location within the library.  
Advanced configuration includes setting up the auto clean option for the drives. Refer  
to your library management software publication for the command syntax.  
Important: ACSLS and HSC cannot access the reserved slots in the Customer Interface  
Module. So, for any ACSLS or HSC managed cleaning, the cartridges must be placed in  
the customer usable slots and not in the reserved slots.  
Manual Mode of Operation  
Manual mode of operation is used when the library (or library complex) is unavailable  
for system use or human intervention is required. An example of this situation would  
be when a library experiences an unrecoverable error, making automated  
mounts/dismounts impossible.  
In the case of a failure of a non-redundant component (for example, a single HBC  
controller card for the entire library), the library is said to be “unavailable” to the  
system. In this case, the entire library must be placed offline until the repair is  
accomplished.  
A library’s inability to automatically perform cartridge mounts/dismounts does not,  
however, stop cartridge tape activity—mount and dismount requests by the host  
continue to be generated.  
To perform the cartridge activities, someone might be required to physically enter the  
library and manually perform the mount/dismount activities previously done by the  
robot. The location of the cartridge to be mounted is supplied by the software and the  
slot location must be determined by the coordinates shown in Appendix A, “Cartridge  
Slot Locations”.  
Manual operations include:  
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“Placing the Library Offline”  
“Determining the Library is Not in Automatic Mode”  
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“Entering the Library”  
“Locating a Cartridge and Drive”  
“Moving the Robot”  
“Mounting a Cartridge”  
“Dismounting a Cartridge”  
“Exiting the Library”  
“Placing the Drives to Online”  
Precautions  
When you enter a library to manually mount and dismount cartridges, you must  
strictly observe safety precautions and pay attention to the physical space restrictions.  
Safety Precautions  
In manual mode, you must observe the following safety precautions. Be sure to always:  
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Ensure the library is offline.  
Leave both the front access doors open whenever you work inside the library. There  
are switches on each door frame that disconnect DC power and signal lines to the  
library’s robotic motors when either access door is opened.  
Physical Restrictions  
The library design is optimized for high density, so there is not much free room for  
movement. Be careful not to:  
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Snag your clothing on the arrays that house the cartridges (only  
0.4 m [18 in.] of aisle clearance).  
Bump your head or body against the arrays  
You might also have to move a robot to gain access to a cartridge, in which case, you  
must avoid damaging the robot’s mechanical or electronic components. See “Moving  
the Robot” on page 63).  
If you are manually loading or unloading a cartridge, your hands must remain clear of  
the drive’s mechanical and electronic load components.  
Placing the Library Offline  
Place the library offline using your library management software. Refer to you library  
management software publication for the command syntax and console messages.  
Notes:  
1. Wait for the message confirming the library is offline. If the library does not come  
offline, enter the command to display the status of the library.  
2. Wait for the outstanding processes to complete or type the command to force the  
library offline to all hosts.  
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The library remains offline until you issue a command to place the library online.  
Determining the Library is Not in Automatic Mode  
The following conditions indicate that the library is not functioning in automatic mode:  
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One or both the library access doors are open.  
The robot does not automatically mount and dismount cartridges.  
The device tree in the StreamLine Library Console indicates that there is a problem  
with the library.  
Entering the Library  
Warning – Possible Physical Injury. ꢈꢄ ꢁ ꢉꢊꢋꢅ ꢌꢃꢍꢎꢏꢐꢁ . You can be injured if you  
do not follow the correct procedure to enter the library.  
▼ To prevent personal injury, follow these precautions:  
1. Make sure that the library is offline (see “Placing the Library Offline” on page 60).  
2. Do not attempt to override any of the electrical or mechanical safety devices in the  
library.  
3. Do not enter the library without informing someone in the immediate area.  
4. Make sure both the front access doors are open.  
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FIGURE 4-6 Library Front View (Access Doors Open)  
L203_563  
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3
1
1. Left access door  
2. Robots  
3. Right access door  
▼ To open the door  
1. Insert the key and unlock the access door.  
2. Pull the paddle handle to activate the opening mechanism and open the access door.  
Opening the access door activates a switch, which automatically causes a software  
interrupt and stops the robot. Take the key with you so that no one can close the door  
while you are inside, and then enter the library.  
Locating a Cartridge and Drive  
The library management software provides the location and the VOLID of the cartridge  
and also the drive bay address available for the manual mount. Before you enter the  
library, write down the VOLID, cartridge location, and the drive bay location.  
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▼ To locate a cartridge  
1. Logon to the StreamLine Library Console.  
2. Select Tools > Utilities and then select the Search tab.  
3. From the pull-down menu select Cartridge Location as the Search Type.  
4. Enter the VOLID of the cartridge you are trying to locate.  
5. Select the Requester (see notes below) as the default from the pull-down menu.  
6. Select the Cartridge Type (data, clean, unreadable label, duplicate label).  
7. Select Search button from the top right corner.  
See FIGURE A-1 on page 111 through FIGURE 0-1 on page 118 for pictorial maps of the  
cartridge locations.  
Notes:  
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You can lookup a cartridge location either in the internal library firmware format  
or the HLI-PRC format based on the library management software (see “Internal  
Address” on page 110 and “HLI-PRC Address” on page 122 ).  
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If the library is in a complex, make sure you enter the correct library number (for  
the internal firmware address search) or the LSM number (for the HLI-PRC  
address search). For more information see “PTP Addressing Scheme” on page 34.  
▼ To locate a drive  
See “Manually Locating a Drive Bay” on page 128.  
Moving the Robot  
You might have to move the robot to:  
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Locate the cartridge from the slots.  
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Access the drive panel and identify the drive to perform a manual mount/dismount.  
Warning – Possible Physical Injury. To prevent physical injury and damage to  
components, follow the instructions carefully.  
▼ To move the robot, follow these precautions:  
1. Do not enter the library or move any of the HandBot mechanisms if you have any  
reason to suspect they are enabled.  
2. Do not touch any shiny polished surfaces. Body oils can destroy the lubrication on  
these surfaces.  
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Warning – Possible Physical Injury. If all four HandBots are parked near each  
other, before you enter the library, move the HandBots out of your way one at a  
time starting at the lowest rail. You could trip over the HandBots on the lower  
rails or injure your head with the HandBots on the upper rails.  
3. Do not touch any lubricated parts.  
4. Hold the HandBot carriage handle to push or pull as shown in FIGURE 4-7 on page  
64.  
5. The HandBot should move freely. Do not force the HandBot if movement is  
restricted. Before you close the library access doors, look inside the library and ask in  
a loud voice if anyone is inside the library.  
FIGURE 4-7 Moving the HandBot  
1. HandBot handle (hold the handle to move the HandBot)  
6. Leave the library only when you are certain that the HandBots can move freely in all  
directions.  
Caution – Damage to Robot. Make sure no extra material (manuals, eyeglasses, tools)  
are left inside. These objects would cause the robot to stop and could damage it.  
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Mounting a Cartridge  
FIGURE 4-8 Drive Panel  
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L203 566  
1. Drive bay  
▼ To manually mount a cartridge  
1. Whether you manually insert a T9x40 cartridge or an LTO Ultrium cartridge, the  
VOLID label must be facing you, with the numeric characters ꢅꢑꢒꢓꢂ the bar code.  
2. Do not force the cartridge into the tape drive. If you feel some resistance as you  
insert the cartridge, make sure you are installing the cartridge into the appropriate  
tape drive.  
3. T9840 and T9940 tape drives look very similar, but you cannot put 9840 cartridges in  
a T9940 tape drive, nor put 9940 cartridges in T9840 tape drive.  
Never attempt to insert an LTO Ultrium cartridge in a T9x40 tape drive. However, you  
can insert an LTO Ultrium cartridges in either an IBM or HP Ultrium tape drive.  
FIGURE 4-9 shows manual insertion of a T9840 cartridge.  
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FIGURE 4-9 Manually Inserting a Cartridge  
L203_472  
For more information on manually mounting a cartridge into a drive, refer to the  
relevant tape drive publication.  
Dismounting a Cartridge  
All T9x40 and LTO Ultrium tape drives have a unload button on the operator panel.  
1. Make sure that the tape drive is not in use by the system.  
2. Press the UNLOAD switch. One of the following conditions occurs:  
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After the tape rewinds, the cartridge is ejected from the drive. Remove the cartridge  
from the drive.  
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The cartridge is not ejected after the tape rewinds. Refer to your drive  
documentation for more information.  
For more information on manually dismounting a cartridge from a drive, refer to the  
relevant tape drive publication.  
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Exiting the Library  
Before you leave the library, make sure that no tools or foreign objects are left, and no  
cartridges are outside the cartridge slots. Then:  
1. Return the cartridges that your removed to do a manual mount/dismount to their  
slots.  
2. Step outside the library.  
Warning – Possible Physical Injury. Before you close the library access door,  
look inside the library and ask in a loud voice if anyone is inside the library.  
3. Close the front access door.  
Caution – Equipment/Media Damage. Do not slam the door. You could damage the door  
or cause cartridges to fall onto the floor. The robot cannot recover cartridges that fall  
onto the floor.  
4. Insert the key and lock the access door. Keep the key in a safe place.  
In the unlikely event that someone becomes locked inside and the system begins to  
start up, lights flash for 30 seconds before the robot starts to move. This provides  
enough time to push the emergency robotic stop switch on the CAP door  
(FIGURE 4-10). This actions stops any further robotic movement.  
FIGURE 4-10 Emergency Robotic Stop Switch  
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L203_471  
1. Emergency robotics stop switch  
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Placing the Drives to Online  
The following pages describe how to varying the drives online:  
T9840/T9940 Drive Display  
To verify that the T9840/T9940 drives are ready and online, press the MENU  
switch—the display should now read Online.  
If the drive displays Offline, press the SELECT switch once to place it online.  
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If the drive message indicates Online, the transition to online completed.  
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If the Onl Pend message appears, the online state is pending due to completion of  
diagnostic tests.  
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If other messages appear, refer to either the T9840/T9840 Tape Drive User’s Reference  
Manual, PN 95739, or T9940 Tape Drive Operator’s Guide, PN 95989.  
LTO Ultrium Drives  
LTO Ultrium drives are automatically placed online when you place the library online.  
Placing the Library Online  
You can vary the library online using your library management software. Refer to  
library management software publication for the command syntax and console  
messages.  
Powering-off the Library  
Caution – If you power-off the library without performing the following procedure,  
you risk possible equipment or cartridge damage or loss of data.  
▼ To power-off the library  
1. Make sure that all jobs have completed processing.  
2. Quiesce the library to make sure the library and tape drives are not in use.  
3. Vary the library and the drives offline.  
Note – Refer to your library management software publication for commands and  
syntax for Step 2 and Step 3.  
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4. Make sure that the drives are empty by verifying the drive state using the  
StreamLine Library Console.  
Note – Refer to the online help documentation accessible through the Library Console  
application.  
5. Open the rear doors of the library.  
6. Locate the power distribution unit (PDU) and move the system power-off/on switch  
to the OFF position (0).  
Note – If the library has a 2N power configuration, you must switch off the system  
power on both the PDUs.  
An AC PDU is shown in FIGURE 4-11.  
FIGURE 4-11 AC PDU  
1. Retainer  
2. LEDs  
3. System Power Off/On Switch  
Figure 20 illustrates the locations of all power supplies (except for the Customer  
Interface Module’s front frame area).  
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FIGURE 4-12 AC PDU and DC Power Supply Locations  
From left to right:  
1. Optional switches or hubs (1 – 4)  
2. Drive locations/numbering (1 – 64)  
3. DC power supplies (1 – 24)  
4. Rail Power enable breakers (numbered 1 and 2,  
above DC supplies)  
5. Far right: AC PDUs (bottom) and the logic gate  
sections they supply (top)  
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Powering-on the Library  
▼ To power-on the library  
1. Close and lock the front access door if the doors are open.  
Note – If you DO NOT want to power-on the robots, CAPs, and the elevators, leave the  
doors open.  
2. Move the system power-off/on switch to ON (1) position.  
Note – If the library has a 2N power configuration, you must switch on the system  
power on both the PDUs.  
See FIGURE 4-11 on page 69 and FIGURE 4-12 on page 70 for detailed illustrations.  
Maintenance Mode of Operation  
Maintenance mode is active when a service representative enters the access door to  
perform maintenance or to replace a component.  
An example of this would be the replacement of a defective HandBot when a  
redundant or operational HandBot is available. Each HandBot has two motors, if one  
fails, the other motor is powerful enough to move the defective HandBot into the  
forward service area. If both the motors fail for a HandBot, then the redundant  
HandBot moves the defective HandBot into the forward service area thus continuing  
HandBot operations. The service representative then requests that the library be made  
available for maintenance entry on the side where the HandBot is positioned. The  
maintenance key (available only to a service representative) is inserted, a service safety  
door moves to the side selected (partitioning the service area from operational library  
activity) and the HandBot is replaced.  
Note – The service safety door is not parallel to the front of the library; its right side is  
angled toward the rear of the library (see FIGURE 1-2 on page 4).  
Service Safety Door Operation  
During the replacement, the library continues to function. Because there are cartridge  
arrays in the forward portion of the Customer Interface Module, these slots are  
reserved for diagnostic and cleaning cartridges only. A mount request for a cartridge in  
the slot closer to the side (left or right) where the service safety door is engaged may be  
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inhibited until the maintenance activity is completed. The reserved slots on the other  
side of the service area may still be accessed if the service safety door is not engaged on  
that side as well.  
After the maintenance activity is completed, the access door is closed and locked and  
the service safety door moves to the center, clearing the area for HandBot operations.  
The HandBots then resume their full service.  
Left Maintenance Area  
During normal operation, vary the left elevator offline to the library management  
software using the StreamLine Library Console before the service representative  
activates the service safety door. After the maintenance activity is complete vary the left  
elevator online through StreamLine Library Console.  
Right Maintenance Area  
During normal operation, vary the CAPs offline to the to the library management  
software and also vary the right elevator offline using StreamLine Library Console  
before the service representative activates the service safety door to the right side of the  
library.  
After the maintenance activity is complete vary the CAPs and the right elevator online  
to the system through StreamLine Library Console.  
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The following sample screen is an example of the Library Console displaying the  
service safety door feature.  
FIGURE 4-13 StreamLine Library Console – Service Safety Door  
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CHAPTER  
Cartridge Information  
This chapter describes how to handle, inspect, and maintain cartridges.  
Cartridge Requirements  
Cartridges must meet specifications defined in American National Standard Magnetic Tape  
and Cartridge for Information Interchange.  
Refer to your drive vendor’s publication and Web site for specific cartridge  
requirements and specifications.  
Colored cartridges are approved only if the measured reflection density is greater than  
0.1 as measured by an X-rite 404G color reflection densitometer. For more information  
about colored cartridges, contact your Sun StorageTek representative.  
Colored measurements are:  
Bandwidth  
ANSI Status T Wide band (380 to 780 nm)  
Measuring range  
Accuracy  
Density (0.00 to 2.50) D  
±0.02 D  
Repeatability  
Aperture diameter  
±0.01 D  
3.4 mm (0.13in.)  
For more information about colored cartridges, contact your Sun StorageTek  
representative.  
Ordering Cartridges and Labels  
Contact your authorized Sun StorageTek Selling Agent for labeled cartridges.  
For cartridge labels, contact EDP/Colorflex at:  
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Phone: 1.888.438.8362 (domestic and international)  
Web site: http://www.colorflex.com  
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For technical questions, contact Sun StorageTek Sales Support at:  
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Phone: 1.800.275.4785  
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E-mail: sales_support@storagetek.co  
Handling a Cartridge  
Improper handling of cartridges can result in a loss of data or damage to a library  
component.  
Improper handling of cartridges can result in a loss of data or damage to a machine  
component.  
To handle a cartridge correctly:  
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Do not carry several cartridges loosely in a container. The leader blocks can snag on  
other cartridges and become unlatched.  
Note – T9940 and LTO Ultrium cartridges have leader blocks. T9840 cartridges do not.  
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■
■
Make sure that the leader block is latched every time you pick up a cartridge.  
Keep cartridges clean.  
Inspect a cartridge before each use and never put a damaged cartridge into a drive or  
library.  
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■
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■
Never release a leader block and pull tape from a cartridge.  
Never open a cartridge.  
Do not handle tape that is outside the cartridge; the tape edge might be damaged.  
Do not expose the tape or cartridge to direct sunlight or moisture.  
Do not expose a recorded cartridge to magnetic fields; this might destroy data on the  
tape.  
Inspecting and Identifying a Cartridge  
A defective or dirty cartridge can damage a drive. Always inspect a cartridge before  
you insert it into a drive or into a tape library. See FIGURE 5-1 on page 78 through  
FIGURE 5-4 on page 84. Look for:  
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■
■
■
■
■
■
Cracked or broken cartridge  
Broken leader  
Broken tape access door  
Damaged file-protect selector or write-protect switch  
Liquid in the cartridge  
Labels not firmly attached or extending over the cartridge edge  
Any other obvious damage  
All the cartridges you use in a SL8500 library are similar, but they have significant  
differences.  
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StorageTek Cartridges  
The T9840 and T9940 Tape Drives use a cartridge tape that is the same physical size;  
however, they are not interchangeable.  
The T10000 data cartridge can be used only in a T10000 tape drive, and the T10000 tape  
drive accepts no other type of cartridge.  
T9840 Cartridge  
The T9840 data cartridge has two reels between which the tape travels (FIGURE 5-1). It  
does not have a leader block. It cannot be used in a T9940 or LTO Ultrium tape drive.  
The StorageTek 9840 cartridge tape was designed to provide fast access to data and  
storage of up to 20 gigabytes of uncompressed data with an average access time of just  
12 seconds.  
TABLE 5-1 lists the specifications of the 9840 cartridge with the T9840x Tape Drives.  
T9840 Cartridge Tape Specifications  
TABLE 5-1  
Specification  
T9840A  
T9840B  
T9840C  
Capacity, native (uncompressed)  
20 GB  
20 GB  
40 GB  
Performance:  
Read/Write speed  
Search/Rewind speed  
Format:  
2.0 m/s (79 ips)  
4.0 m/s (158 ips)  
11.0 m/s (440 ips)  
3.4 m/s (134 ips)  
Formulation  
Advanced metal particle (AMP)  
Coercivity  
1625+/-75 Oersteds (130+/16.0 KA/m)  
Substrate  
Polyethylene naphthalate (PEN)  
Uncorrected bit error rate  
Permanent errors  
Form factor  
1x10(-18)  
0
Half inch, 3480/3490E  
288  
Number of tracks  
Availability:  
288  
Archival life  
Compatibility  
Dimensions:  
15–30 years  
T9840A, T9840B, T9840C  
Height  
25.4 mm (1.0 in.)  
109.0 mm (4.29 in.)  
262.0 g (9.17 oz)  
1.0 m (38.4 in.)  
Width  
Weight  
Drop strength  
Temperature (non-condensing):  
Operating  
+15° to +32°C (+60° to +90°F)  
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TABLE 5-1  
T9840 Cartridge Tape Specifications  
Storage (archive)  
Shipping  
+15° to +25°C (+59° to +77°F)  
-23° to +49°C (-10° to +120°F)  
26°C (78°F)  
Wet bulb maximum  
FIGURE 5-1 A T9840 Cartridge  
2
3
1
WRITE  
PROTECT  
4
7
5
6
REAR VIEW  
8
4
3
9
L203 453  
BOTTOM VIEW  
1. Manufacturer’s label  
2. Customer’s label  
FRONT VIEW  
6. VOLID label  
7. Media ID label (R=data, U=cleaning, yellow for  
VolSafe)  
3. Tape access door  
8. Media ID (machine identifiable)  
9. Manufacturer Part ID  
4. Write-protect switch  
5. Finger grips  
Note – The manufacturer and media identification labels are yellow (9840A/B), green  
(9840C). The write-protect switch is yellow (9840A/B), green (9840C).  
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T9940 Cartridge  
The T9940 cartridge has a single reel and a leader block that the T9940 tape drive uses  
to move the tape across the tape drive head (FIGURE 5-2). A T9940 cartridge cannot be  
used in a T9840 or LTO Ultrium tape drive.  
The StorageTek 9940 data cartridge was designed to store up to 200 gigabytes of  
uncompressed data, or up to 400 gigabytes with 2:1 data compression, on a single  
cartridge. TABLE 5-2 lists the specifications of the 9940 cartridge with the T9940x Tape  
Drives.  
TABLE 5-2  
T9940 Cartridge Tape Specifications  
Specification  
T9940A  
T9940B  
Capacity, native (uncompressed)  
60 GB  
200 GB  
Performance:  
Read/Write speed  
Search/Rewind speed  
Formulation  
2.0 m/s (79 ips)  
2.4 m/s (95 ips)  
11.0 m/s (440 ips)  
Advanced metal particle (AMP)  
Coercivity  
1625+/-75 Oersteds (130+/16.0 KA/m)  
Polyethylene naphthalate (PEN)  
Substrate  
Number of tracks  
Availability:  
288  
576  
Archival life  
Compatibility  
Dimensions:  
15–30 years  
T9940A, T9940B  
Width  
109.0 mm (4.29 in.)  
125.0 mm (4.92 in.)  
25.4 mm (1.0 in.)  
262.0 g (9.17 oz)  
1.0 m (39.3 in.)  
Length  
Height  
Weight:  
Drop strength  
Temperature (non-condensing):  
Operating  
+15° to +32°C +60° to +90°F  
+15° to +25°C +59° to +77°F  
-23° to +49°C -10° to +120°F  
26°C (78°F)  
Storage (archive)  
Shipping  
Wet bulb maximum  
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FIGURE 5-2 A T9940 Cartridge  
1
3
2
4
5
6
6
5
REAR VIEW  
BOTTOM VIEW  
8
7
7
L203 454  
FRONT VIEW  
1. Manufacturer’s label (yellow for VolSafe)  
2. Customer’s label  
5. VOLID label  
6. Finger grips  
3. Manufacturer’s part ID  
7. Tape leader block  
8. Write-protect switch (yellow for VolSafe)  
4. Media ID label (P=data, W=cleaning)  
T10000 Data Cartridges  
Optimized for high capacity, the T10000 data cartridges use a single reel hub to  
maximize performance. There are four types of cartridges:  
• Standard  
• Sport  
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• Diagnostic  
• Cleaning  
There are two types of data cartridges (see FIGURE 5-3 to identify these cartridges);  
standard (500 GB) and sport (120 GB). These cartridges are under warranty for 10,000  
(ten-thousand) mounts.  
Cleaning cartridges clean the tape path and read/write head up to 100 times, after  
which, the tape drive rejects the cartridge.  
Important: After 15,000 mounts, a tape drive ꢔ ꢊꢌꢌꢃꢎ ꢒ ꢕꢃaccept the cartridge.  
The tape is under warranty for 200 full file writes to the media. The tape drive issues a  
warning message when that number is exceeded giving you time to transfer the data.  
Note – The T10000 cartridge can be used only in a T10000 tape drive, and the T10000  
tape drive accepts no other type of cartridge.  
TABLE 5-3 lists the specifications of the T10000 cartridge.  
TABLE 5-3  
T10000 Cartridge Specifications  
Specifications  
Performance  
Capacity, native  
T10000A  
Read/Write speed  
T10000A  
500 GB  
10.768  
917 m (3,009 ft)  
855 m (2,805 ft)  
Half-inch  
Advanced metal  
particle  
Pre-recorded  
2.0 to 4.95 m/s  
Format  
Search/Rewind speed  
Mechanical  
—
9. Number of tracks  
Physical length  
Recordable length  
Form factor  
Formulation  
Track-following servo  
Height  
Width  
Length  
Weight  
2.54 cm (1.00 in.)  
10.9 cm (4.29 in.)  
12.5 cm (4.92 in.)  
264 g (9.31 oz)  
Drop strength  
1.00 m (39.4 in.)  
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FIGURE 5-3 A T10000 Cartridge  
Rear View  
1
1. Cartridge label area on the rear of the cartridge  
(shown with a label in place)  
2
Bottom View  
2. Leader access door  
3. Hub  
3
5
Front View  
4
4. Write protect switch (The arrow indicates the  
direction in which you move the switch to write  
protect the cartridge.)  
5 Finger grips  
5
L205 044  
LTO Ultrium Cartridge  
An LTO Ultrium cartridge has a single reel and a leader block (FIGURE 5-4), which  
makes it similar to a T9940 cartridge, but it cannot be used in place of a T9940 cartridge.  
Ultrium cartridges follow the linear tape open (LTO) format that allows them to be  
used in Ultrium tape drives made by any manufacturer, such as Hewlett-Packard, IBM,  
or Certance. In the past, cartridges could be used only in tape drives from the same  
manufacturer as the tape.  
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LTO Ultrium tapes use a single reel cartridge to maximize capacity that makes them  
ideal for backup, restore, and archive applications.  
Note – There is a universal cleaning cartridge that can be used to clean LTO tape  
drives.  
LTO Generation 2 technology stores up to 200 gigabytes of uncompressed data on a  
single cartridge, or up to 400 gigabytes with 2:1 data compression. TABLE 5-4 lists the  
specifications of the LTO Ultrium cartridges.  
TABLE 5-4  
LTO Cartridge Specifications  
Specifications  
LTO1  
LTO2  
LTO3  
Capacity, native  
100 GB  
200 GB  
400 GB  
Performance  
Read/Write speed  
Search/Rewind speed  
Dimensions  
4.0 m/s  
7 m/s  
6.22 m/s  
7 m/s  
5.46 m/s  
7 m/s  
Width  
Length  
Depth  
Weight  
Format  
107 mm (4.2 in.)  
22.9 mm (0.9 in.)  
102 mm (4.0 in.)  
210.0 g (0.46 lb)  
107 mm (4.2 in.)  
22.9 mm (0.9 in.)  
102 mm (4.0 in.)  
210.0 g (0.46 lb)  
107 mm (4.2 in.)  
22.9 mm (0.9 in.)  
102 mm (4.0 in.)  
210.0 g (0.46 lb)  
Recording density (kilobits per inch)  
Number of tracks  
124 kb/in  
384  
188 kb/in  
512  
245 kb/in  
704  
Availability  
Archival life  
Durability  
15–30 yrs  
15–30 yrs  
15–30 yrs  
Average 1,000,000+ head passes  
in an office/computer environment  
Compatibility  
Read  
Write  
LTO1  
LTO1  
LTO1, LTO2  
LTO1, LTO2  
LTO1, LTO2, LTO3  
LTO2, LTO3  
Supported tape drives  
LTO1  
LTO1, LTO2  
LTO3  
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FIGURE 5-4 An LTO Ultrium Cartridge  
5
1
4
3
2
L203_455  
1. Tape access door  
2. Finger grips  
3. VOLID label  
4. Media ID label  
5. Write protect switch  
LTO Ultrium Generation 2 (Gen2) Fibre Channel Drives  
The Gen2 cartridge specifics include:  
1. Use of standard Ultrium cartridges  
2. Ability to read/write to Gen1 tape media  
3. A new model code for Gen2 drives—LTO2001 and new feature code—IBFC  
4. Cartridge Media ID for Gen2 drives is “L2” (200 GB)  
The major improvements seen with the Gen2 drives are:  
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Increased native capacity of 200 GB or up to 400 GB compressed  
Data transfer rate of 40–80 MB/sec  
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The LTO Ultrium Generation 3 technology enables storage of upto 400 gigabytes of  
uncompressed data on a single cartridge.  
Super DLTtape II  
The Super DLTtape II cartridge like other high capacity cartridges has only the supply  
reel inside the cartridge. The take-up reel is inside the tape drive.  
The Super DLTtape I and DLTtape VS1 are both readable on the SDLT 600 Tape Drive.  
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The Super DLTtape II cartridge like other high capacity cartridges has only the supply  
reel inside the cartridge. The take-up reel is inside the tape drive. Designed for use with  
the SDLT600, the Super DLTtape II cartridge delivers a 300 GB native capacity.  
StorageTek offers SDLT cartridges in a partnership with Quantum Corporation.  
TABLE 5-5 lists the specifications of the SDLT cartridges.  
Note – The Super DLTtape I and DLTtape VS1 are both readable on the SDLT600 Tape  
Drive.  
TABLE 5-5  
SDLT Cartridge Specifications  
Specifications  
SDLTtape I  
SDLTtape II  
Capacity, native  
110 GB (SDLT 220)  
160 GB (SDLT320)  
300 GB  
Performance  
Read/Write speed  
Search/Rewind speed  
Format  
3.1 m/s  
4.1 m/s  
3.56 m/s  
4.83 m/s  
Recording density (kilobits per inch)  
193 kb/in (SDLT320)  
448  
233 kb/in  
640  
Number of tracks  
Tape length (total)  
Usable  
854 m (2800 ft)  
538 m (1765 ft)  
630 m (2066 ft)  
596 m (1957 ft)  
Availability  
Archival life  
Durability  
15–30 yrs  
15–30 yrs  
Average 1,000,000+ head passes  
in an office/computer environment  
Long-length durability (maximum)  
Uncorrected bit error rate  
Permanent errors  
260 full media passes  
-17  
-17  
1 x 10  
Zero  
1 x 10  
Zero  
Compatibility  
Read  
Write  
DLT IV, SDLTtape I  
SDLTtape I  
SDLTtape I, II  
SDLTtape II  
Supported tape drives  
SDLT 220/320  
SDLT 320/600  
VolSafe Cartridges  
VolSafe (volume safe) and WORM-enabled tape drives provides write once, read many  
(WORM) technology to VolSafe designated cartridges. VolSafe permits new data to only  
append the tape media, while it prevents erasure or overwrite of previously written  
data.  
All StorageTek T-Series tape drives are VolSafe-technology-capable and you can identify  
the VolSafe cartridge by the colored areas on the cartridge.  
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Media Domain and Media ID  
VolSafe and WORM cartridges can often be identified by the color of the media  
identification labels (See FIGURE 5-1 on page 78 and FIGURE 5-2 on page 80):  
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T9840 cartridges use the color green  
T10000 and T9940 cartridges use the color yellow  
LTO3 technology uses two-tone cartridges to identify WORM cartridges  
SDLT drives can convert standard data cartridges into WORM cartridges  
Media Domain and Media ID  
The media domain and media ID labels are the way a particular type of cartridge is  
identified by a library. The use of media domain and media ID labels allows you to mix  
tape drive types and media types in a single library or library complex.  
The SL8500 library supports three types of barcode labels:  
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For T9x40 drives, 1/2-inch labels supplied by Trioptic (Engineered Data  
Products/Colorflex) or Tricode (American Eagle/Writeline). Both versions require a  
separate Media ID Type, which is one character.  
■
■
■
For T10000 drives, labels with eight characters, the last two of which are the required  
Media ID Domain and the Media ID Type characters.  
For LTO drives, labels with eight characters, the last two of which are the required  
Media ID Domain and the Media ID Type characters.  
For SDLT drives, labels with seven characters, the last of which is the required Media  
ID character.  
Notes:  
1. Pre-labeled cartridges are available from Sun StorageTek. For information on  
ordering these cartridges, see “Ordering Cartridges and Labels” on page 75.  
2. Sun StorageTek does not supply cartridge labels. For a supplier of labels only, see  
“Ordering Cartridges and Labels” on page 75.  
3. Cleaning and diagnostic kits have one labeled cleaning cartridge and one labeled  
diagnostic cartridge with a volume serial number of 0 (zero) for each. Extra cleaning  
and diagnostic labels are sent with each library.  
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Cartridge Codes  
Cartridge codes reflect the cartridge media and usage. Cleaning cartridges have CLN in  
the VOLID; diagnostic cartridges have DG in the VOLID. The media ID label correlates  
to the tape drive or transport capable of using the cartridge:  
TABLE 5-6  
Cartridge Codes  
Drive Type  
Media ID  
Usage  
T9840  
R
Data  
U
Cleaning  
Data  
T9940  
P
W
T1  
CT  
Cleaning  
Data  
T10000  
Cleaning  
Cleaning  
HP GEN2 LTO  
Ultrium  
C plus CLN  
1
IBM GEN2 LTO  
Ultrium  
C plus CLN  
Cleaning  
2
HP and IBM  
GEN2 and GEN3  
LTO Ultrium  
C
Universal cleaning cartridge  
u
HP and IBM  
GEN2 LTO  
Ultrium  
L
Data  
2
HP GEN3 LTO  
Ultrium  
L
Data  
3
HP GEN3 LTO  
Ultrium  
C plus CLN  
Cleaning  
1
TABLE 5-7  
Description  
Ultrium Cartridge Models  
Model Number  
Ultrium media cartridge  
Universal cleaning cartridge  
Required feature code:  
MEDLTOM  
MEDCLNT  
20-count 100 GB data cartridges  
Universal cleaning cartridge  
EDP Vivid Color Labels  
Horizontal labels  
1C20  
UNCL  
EVLA  
HLBL  
VLBL  
Vertical labels  
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Data Cartridge Label Examples  
FIGURE 5-5 on page 88 through FIGURE 5-7 on page 90 show examples of the various  
cartridge labels used by the drives in the library. Be sure to use the proper labels for  
each drive type.  
FIGURE 5-5 Data Cartridges Label Examples  
SDLT  
LTO  
T9x40  
T10000  
E
A
N
1
B
7
8
9
0
L2  
0
0
O
O
1
O
O
2
T1  
62  
R
Media ID Labels  
The SDLT Media ID  
is incorporated into  
the tape label:  
The LTO Media ID  
is incorporated at  
the end of the tape  
labels:  
The Media ID label  
for the T9x40 is at the the T10000 is at the  
end of the tape label:  
The Media ID label for  
end of the tape label:  
T1 = Data  
S = Super DLT tape I  
P = T9940 Data  
and II  
Lꢖ = Data cartridge: R = T 9840 Data  
L3 = 400GB  
L2 = 200GB  
L1 = 100 GB  
LA = 50 GB  
LB = 30 GB  
LC = 10 GB  
Cleaning Cartridges Label Examples  
Cleaning cartridges clean the read/write heads of the drives and the tape paths. Cleaning  
Cartridge Label Examples  
The cleaning cartridges have the label format CLNvxx. The first three alphabets CLN  
identifies the cartridge as cleaning, the v determines the drive type, and the xx is a  
number value from 00 to 99 to identify the individual cleaning cartridge. The SDLT,  
LTO, and T10000 cartridges also have a media ID in the cartridge label. For example,  
CLNT19CT identifies the cartridges as a T10000 cleaning cartridge.  
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Note – The SDLT and T9x40 cartridges do not have the drive type identifier.  
FIGURE 5-6 Cleaning Cartridges Label Examples  
SDLT  
LTO  
T9x40  
T10000  
C
C
L
N
L
N
0
C
N
L
O
1
N
O
O
0
2
CU  
CT  
1
S
U
C65555  
Media ID Labels  
The SDLT Media ID  
is incorporated into  
the tape label:  
The LTO Media ID  
is incorporated at  
the end of the tape  
label:  
The Media ID label  
for the T9x40 is at the the T10000 is at the  
end of the tape label:  
W = T9940 Cleaning  
The Media ID label for  
end of the tape label:  
S = Super DLT tape I  
CT = Cleaning  
and II  
C1 = HP cleaning  
C2 = IBM cleaning  
CU = Universal  
U = T9840 Cleaning  
Diagnostic Cartridges Label Examples  
Diagnostic cartridges are data cartridges with a DG label. Service representatives use the  
diagnostic cartridges to perform run read and write tests on the drives.  
The diagnostic cartridges have the label format DG xxx. The first two alpha characters,  
DG, identify the cartridge as diagnostic, followed by a space, and xxx is a number value  
from 000 to 999 to identify the individual diagnostic cartridge. For example DG 001L2 is  
an LTO data cartridge with a diagnostic label.  
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FIGURE 5-7 Diagnostic Cartridges Label Examples  
SDLT  
LTO  
T9x40  
T10000  
D
D
G
G
D
G
O
O
2
O
1
0
0
L3  
T1  
1
R
S
C
6
5552  
L205 061  
Media ID Labels  
The SDLT Media ID  
is incorporated into  
the tape label:  
The LTO Media ID  
is incorporated at  
the end of the tape  
labels:  
The Media ID label  
for the T9x40 is at the the T10000 is at the  
end of the tape label:  
The Media ID label for  
end of the tape label:  
T1 = Data  
S = Super DLT tape I  
P = T9940 Data  
and II  
Lꢖ = Data cartridge: R = T 9840 Data  
L3 = 400GB  
L2 = 200GB  
L1 = 100 GB  
LA = 50 GB  
LB = 30 GB  
LC = 10 GB  
Non-labeled Cartridges  
The SL8500 library does not support non-labeled cartridges. If non-labeled cartridges  
are left inside the library and a software audit (such as HSC) is initiated and the  
cartridges are exported through the CAP.  
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Upside Down Cartridges  
Inserting a cartridge upside down can cause damage to the HandBot and to the cartridge.  
Caution – The SL8500 scans upside-down LTO or SDLT cartridges and inserts them  
into slots. However, mounts of these upside-down cartridges will fail. Currently, the  
library returns these cartridges back to the slot and does not eject them through the  
CAP.  
The behavior for upside down cartridges is explained in the following sections.  
LTO Cartridges  
For upside down LTO cartridges, the label can be recognized and may be placed into a  
cartridge slot.  
When the library tries to load the cartridge into a drive:  
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■
■
the drive will not allow the upside down cartridge to be inserted,  
the cartridge is returned to its original slot, and  
the drive posts a load error message on the host console.  
Verify if there is an upside down condition by ejecting the cartridge through the CAP.  
T9x40 Drives  
Caution – Equipment and cartridge damage: An upside down 9x40 cartridge can cause  
damage to both the HandBot and the cartridge.  
CAP Entry:  
If you insert a 9x40 cartridge upside down into a CAP slot, the cartridge will not seat  
correctly within the slot and the CAP can not close.  
Manual Array Slot Entry:  
If you insert a 9x40 cartridge upside down into a storage slot, the cartridge will extend  
from the slot and damage can occur to both the HandBot and the cartridge.  
Applying Labels to Cartridges  
▼ To apply the label on a cartridge  
1. Make sure that the cartridge has been at room temperature for at least 24 hours.  
2. Clean the surface where the label will be placed using a cleaning solution made for  
this purpose. See “Cleaning the Cartridge Exterior” on page 97.  
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3. Peel the backing from the VOLID label.  
4. Lay the cartridge flat, in the position you would use to insert the cartridge in a tape  
drive.  
5. Position the VOLID label with the bar-code characters below the alphanumeric  
characters. Press it into place.  
Note – On LTO Ultrium VOLID labels, the alphanumeric characters can be either  
vertical or horizontal.  
6. If the cartridge has a customer label, place the label in the area and press it into  
place.  
7. Repeat Steps 2 through 5 for the media ID label.  
8. The label must be within the indented area of the cartridge so that the edges of the  
label are parallel to the edges of the cartridge. The label should be close to the inside  
edge of the indented area but must never overlap the edge of this area. FIGURE 5-8  
on page 92 through FIGURE 5-10 on page 93 illustrate labeling and the locations of  
the SDLT, the T9840 and T9940 cartridges. See FIGURE 5-4 on page 84 for the LTO  
Ultrium FIGURE 5-3 on page 82 for the T10000 cartridge label area.  
Notes:  
1. Make sure that the label is not placed elsewhere on the cartridge surface.  
2. Make sure that the edges of the label do not curl up; curling causes the cartridge to  
stick in the drive loader.  
3. Use labels that do not leave a residue when they are removed.  
4. Make sure that the label contains a VOLID.  
FIGURE 5-8 Applying Cartridge Label to SDLT Cartridge  
1. SDLT cartridge  
2. VOLID label  
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2
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FIGURE 5-9 Applying Cartridge Label to T9840 Cartridge  
1. Customer Label  
2. VOLID label  
1
3. Media ID label (“R” = data, “U”  
= cleaning)  
3
2
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FIGURE 5-10 Applying Cartridge Label to T9940 Cartridge  
1. Customer label  
2. VOLID label  
1
3. Media ID label (“R” = data, “U” = cleaning)  
3
2
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Setting the Write Protect Switch  
The following sections provide information about setting the write protect switch on  
the cartridges. The switch location and design varies slightly between cartridge types.  
Setting the T9840 Write Protect Switch to Read-Only  
You can set the T9840 write protect switch so that the cartridge is read-only (nothing  
can be written on the tape). Slide the switch (FIGURE 5-11 on page 94) to the front of  
the cartridge. In this position, the drive can only read data from the tape and cannot  
write data.  
Setting the T9840 Write Protect Switch to  
Read/Write  
You can set the T9840 write protect switch so that the cartridge is write-enabled. Slide  
the switch (FIGURE 5-11) to the rear of the cartridge. In this position, the drive can  
write as well as read data. This setting is recommended when you enter cartridges into  
the library.  
Note – Some software has a feature called virtual thumb wheel, allowing read-only  
access to a cartridge that is not physically write-protected.  
FIGURE 5-11 Setting the T9840 Cartridge Write Protect Switch  
1. Write enable position  
2. Write protect position  
1
2
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Setting the T9940 Write Protect Switch to Read-Only  
You can set the T9940 write protect switch so that the cartridge is read-only (nothing  
can be written on the tape). Slide the switch (FIGURE 5-12) to the write protect  
position. In this position, the drive can only read data from the tape and can not write  
data.  
Setting the T9940 Write Protect Switch to  
Read/Write  
You can set the T9940 write protect switch so that the cartridge is write-enabled. Slide  
the switch (FIGURE 5-12) to the write enabled position. In this position, the drive can  
write as well as read data. This setting is recommended when you enter cartridges into  
the library.  
Note – Some software has a feature called virtual thumb wheel, allowing read-only  
access to a cartridge that is not physically write-protected.  
FIGURE 5-12 Setting the T9940 Cartridge Write Protect Switch  
1. Write enable position  
2. Write protect position  
3. Write protect switch  
1
2
3
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Setting the T10000 Write Protect Switch to  
Read/Write  
You can set the T10000 write protect switch so that the cartridge is read-only (nothing  
can be written on the tape). Slide the switch (FIGURE 5-13) to the write protect  
position. In this position, the drive can only read data from the tape and can not write  
data.  
FIGURE 5-13 Setting the T10000 Cartridge Write Protect Switch  
1. Write protect switch (The arrow indicates the  
direction in which you move the switch to write  
protect the cartridge.)  
1
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Setting the LTO Ultrium Write Protect Switch to  
Read-Only  
You can set the LTO Ultrium write protect switch so that the cartridge is read-only  
(nothing can be written on the tape). Slide the switch (FIGURE 5-14) so that the “closed  
lock” is revealed. In this position, the drive can only read data from the tape and can  
not write data to it.  
Setting the LTO Ultrium Write Protect Switch to  
Read/Write  
You can set the LTO Ultrium write protect switch so that the cartridge is write-enabled.  
Slide the switch (FIGURE 5-14) so that the “open lock” is revealed. In this position, the  
drive can write as well as read data. This setting is recommended when you enter  
cartridges into the library.  
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FIGURE 5-14 Setting the LTO Ultrium Cartridge Write-Protect Switch  
1. Write protect switch  
(data=red, cleaning=  
gray)  
2
3
1
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Maintaining Cartridges  
The following section describe how to clean cartridges and repair a detached leader  
block.  
Cleaning the Cartridge Exterior  
Caution – CARTRIDGE DAMAGE: Certain solvents can damage the cartridges. DO  
NOT USE ACETONE, TRICHLOROETHANE, TOLUENE, XYLENE, BENZENE,  
KETONE, METHYL ETHYL KETONE, METHYLENE CHLORIDE,  
ETHYLDICHLORIDE, ESTERS, ETHYL ACETATE, OR SIMILAR CHEMICALS TO  
REMOVE LABELS OR TO CLEAN CARTRIDGES.  
Wipe all dust, dirt, and moisture from the cartridge with a lint-free cloth.  
Use StorageTek Tape Cleaner Wipes, PN 4046289-01 to clean the cartridges. These wipes  
are saturated with isopropyl alcohol. Do not let any solution touch the tape or get  
inside the cartridge.  
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Using Cleaning Cartridges  
Cleaning cartridges have a media ID label that identifies the type of tape drive in which  
it can be used (see TABLE 5-6 on page 87).  
These cartridges can not be used as scratch cartridges or initialized by software utilities.  
Caution – PROCEDURE ERROR: When you enter a cleaning cartridge, the software  
considers it to be new, and sets the usage counter to zero. DO NOT RE-ENTER A  
CLEANING CARTRIDGE THAT LIBRARY EJECTS THROUGH THE CAP.  
Repairing a Detached Leader Block  
When a T9940 or LTO Ultrium cartridge tape is damaged, use a backup tape if possible.  
If a cartridge leader block is detached, there is no backup tape, and the cartridge or tape  
has no obvious damage, you may repair the leader block using a repair kit provided by  
the tape supplier. You can use the tape one time to copy the data onto another tape.  
Storing of Cartridges  
When you store a cartridge:  
■
■
■
■
Do not take a cartridge out of 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 that duplicates the conditions of the room in  
which they are used.  
Before using a cartridge, make sure that it has been in its operating environment for  
at least 24 hours.  
Archival storage is 1 to 10 years for 9x40 cartridge tapes and 15 to 30 years for LTO  
Ultrium cartridge tapes.  
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CHAPTER  
Troubleshooting and Diagnostics  
This chapter describes how to correct problems with the library and the attached  
devices (drives, CAP, robots, and elevators). It also includes some of the diagnostic  
procedures you can perform using the StreamLine Library Console.  
If you encounter any problems with the library, you should take several steps before  
you contact the Technical Excellence Center (TEC).  
If you must contact the TEC, see Chapter 7 for more information.  
Troubleshooting the Library  
The following table describes a few of the troubleshooting tips:  
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TABLE 6-1  
Problem  
Troubleshooting Table  
What to do  
Service Required (red)  
LED is constantly lit.  
Perform the following procedure:  
Use the StreamLine Library Console to check the health of the library and the  
attached devices (drives, CAP, robots, and elevators).  
To perform a health check:  
1. Launch the Library Console application.  
2. Access the System Detail module (Tools > System Detail).  
3. Check the device tree for the following indicators:  
Device Healthy  
Device Error  
Note – The device tree is on the left panel that  
provides a list of devices attached to the library (drives,  
CAP, robots, elevator).  
The Status (for example, online/offline) tab provides more information on the  
health of the library and devices. For more information, see the online help  
documentation accessible through the Library Console application.  
Other checks:  
• Make sure that all cartridges are fully seated and properly oriented in their  
slots.  
• Inspect the library floor for any foreign objects or debris; remove any objects  
you find.  
CAP unlocked LED is lit  
and blinking.  
Open the CAP and make sure the cartridges in the CAP slots are properly  
seated. See “To open the CAP” on page 47.  
The client computer  
cannot communicate with  
the library or drives.  
Make sure that all cables are securely attached to their connectors on the rear of  
the library, the drives, and the client computer.  
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Problem  
Troubleshooting Table (Continued)  
What to do  
The StreamLine Library  
Console does not display  
modified data or  
• Select the Refresh button to update the screen.  
• Check the heartbeat monitor icon of the Library Console.  
information remains static.  
The heartbeat monitor icon is on the status line of the Library Console screens  
that flashes periodically indicating that the library and server are  
communicating:  
If the heartbeat monitor stops blinking heartbeat monitor icon on status line  
changes to the warning icon. The warning icon indicates that the Library  
Console has lost communication with the library.  
When the library looses communication with the server, after about 30 to 60  
seconds, the warning icon is replaced by an error icon and the system displays  
the following error message:  
“Heartbeat message not received from the server.”  
Select Problem Details to obtain possible causes and suggested actions about the  
error message.  
Note – When there is a communication failure, you  
MUST log off from the Library Console and then log on  
again to restore communication between the library  
and server.  
For more information, see the online help documentation accessible through the  
Library Console application.  
The StreamLine Console  
cannot communicate with  
the library.  
The version of the Library Console is not compatible with the library controller  
code.  
1. Download a different version of the application. See “Upgrading Firmware”  
on page 30 and “Upgrading the Remote Library Console” on page 31.  
2. Restart the Library Console and logon again.  
Drive is unable to eject a  
cartridge.  
See “Dismounting a Cartridge” on page 66.  
Cannot detect a HandBot.  
Select the Robots folder from the device tree and check for the following  
indicators for all HandBots:  
Device Healthy  
Device Error  
Device error indicates that the defective HandBot has been pushed to the service  
area for maintenance.  
Unable to find a cartridge  
VOLID.  
Perform a library audit using the Library Console.  
See “Performing Audits” on page 104.  
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TABLE 6-1  
Problem  
Troubleshooting Table (Continued)  
What to do  
The StreamLine Console  
cannot locate a cartridge  
based on the HLI address  
• If the library is in a complex, make sure you have entered the correct LSM  
number. See “Working with the Search Utility” on page 106.  
• Perform a library audit using the Library Console. See“Performing Audits” on  
page 104.  
Diagnostic Utilities  
The StreamLine Library Console provides utilities, reports, and monitors to help  
diagnose a problem with the library and the attached devices (drives, CAPs, robots, and  
elevators).  
Reports  
The reports from the Library Console provide static information on the library and the  
associated devices (for example, drives, robots, elevators, and CAPs), events, and  
cartridges.  
Permanent reports are predefined and built into the Library Console application. These  
reports are useful when you need to access the report utility and quickly select an  
existing report template to generate relevant data to view, e-mail, print, or save to a file.  
This can help the service representative diagnose a problem remotely. For example, the  
service representative might want a summary report of all the cartridges after an audit.  
You can quickly access the Reports module and select the Cartridge Summary report  
from the Permanent reports folder and display it on screen. FIGURE 6-1 is a sample  
report providing a summary of all the cartridges in the library.  
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FIGURE 6-1 Sample Permanent Report  
Event Monitors  
Event monitors are setup to collect information about the library and the associated  
devices when specific events occur. For example, mounting a cartridge on a drive can  
be an event that causes an event monitor to track the number of reads on the drive.  
Event monitors help service representatives to easily identify and resolve problems to  
minimize unscheduled machine downtime.  
Permanent monitors are predefined and built into the Library Console application.  
These monitors are useful to quickly select an existing event monitor template to  
capture the data associated with the event. For example, a service representative has to  
resolve a problem with the tape drive in physical location (1,2,1,1,1) that has been  
logging read errors. Diagnosis of this problem requires monitoring the different events  
associated with the drive starting with the drive mount. The service representative  
selects the permanent monitor designed to collect this information as soon as the event  
occurs. The system starts displaying the different activities related to the event monitor.  
Note – Using the Library Console, you an spool event data being monitored to a file.  
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Utilities  
The StreamLine Library Console provides the following utilities to:  
■
■
■
■
■
■
■
Load code  
Perform audits  
Perform a library self test  
Move cartridges within a library  
Search for a cartridge, result code, or device status  
Modify the CAP locked status  
Copying the MIB text file  
For detailed instructions on using the these utilities, access the online help  
documentation available through the StreamLine Library Console application.  
Loading Code  
See “Upgrading Firmware” on page 30 for information on loading code.  
Performing Audits  
An SL8500 library is capable of storing all cartridge locations within its memory.  
The term audit refers to the process of reading and cataloging all cartridges within a  
library, verifying the locations of specified cartridges, or validating a range of slot  
locations.  
During an initialization, the library audits the location and VOLID of all cartridges in  
the storage and reserve slots. The library also performs an audit when you:  
■
Open and close the library access doors  
■
■
Make a request from the Library Console  
Make a request at the host console to audit the tape library  
The SL8500 maintains a cartridge database in the HBC card. The cartridge database  
contains the following information for all the cartridges in the library:  
■
■
■
Volume Serial Numbers (VOLID)  
SL8500 address location  
Verified status (true or false)  
The Library Console offers the following types of audits:  
1. Physical audit. The library controller reads and catalogs every cartridge by its VOLID  
slot location. This information is stored in HBC memory. Audit times vary according  
to the size of the library, the number of HandBots, and the speed of the scan engine  
for the bar code scanner.  
The library performs a physical audit:  
a. At power-up or when one or both access doors are opened and closed - the  
HandBot visits all cartridge slots, catalogs the VOLIDs and locations, and updates  
the HBC cartridge database.  
b. When initiated from the Library Console. The application offers two types of  
physical audits:  
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Entire library audit. The robot visits all cartridge slots (including the CAPs and  
drives), catalogs the VOLIDs and locations, and updates the HBC cartridge  
database. This audit is a background process and so does not interrupt online  
library operations. View the Cartridge Summary Report for the latest cartridge  
locations and VOLIDs.  
Note – The estimated time for a physical audit of an entire library is from less than 10  
minutes for a 1,448 cartridge library to 45 minutes for 6,632 cartridge library.  
■
Specific range audit. the robot visits only a specific range of cartridge slots  
(including caps and drives) and updates the HBC database. The audit information  
is displayed on the console while the audit is being performed.  
2. Verified audit. Available through the StreamLine Library Console, this audit  
validates the status of a specific cartridge slot (or range of slots). If a cartridge in a  
slot has a status of “false,” the VOLID is audited and the database is updated. The  
audit information is displayed on the console while the audit is being performed.  
3. Virtual audit. Available through the StreamLine Library Console, this audit displays  
the cartridge database.  
Performing Library Self-test  
The self-test is minimal functional test performed after the library is installed and also  
at periodic intervals during library operations to help diagnose basic problems with  
library and the associated devices (drives, robots, elevators, and CAPs).  
The self-test checks the communication paths between the main library controller  
(HBC) and all drives, robots, elevators, and CAPs. The utility also performs several  
motion tests to check the health of the robots, elevators, and CAPs. Finally, a full audit  
of the library is performed, followed by drive mounts and dismounts.  
Moving Cartridges  
Using the move utility, you can move a cartridge from one location (source) to another  
(destination) within a library. Examples: (1) you might decide to group cartridges by  
data type or to move them closer to their assigned drive. (2) to replace a cleaning  
cartridge that has expired—move the cartridge to a CAP slot and then perform an  
eject; enter the new cleaning cartridges into a CAP slot and move the cartridge from the  
CAP slot to a reserved slot.  
Before moving any cartridge, it might be helpful to generate a cartridge summary  
report that shows the contents of slots in the library. This report will help you  
determine which slots are available for use and which cartridges might have to be  
moved to obtain their slot.  
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Working with the Search Utility  
The search utility provides a convenient way to look up information on:  
■
Cartridge locations (based on the “Internal Address”, “HLI-PRC Address”, and  
VOLID)  
■
■
Result codes (the result of the action requested)  
Device Status codes (the status of communications errors between the devices  
[drives, CAPs, elevators, robots] and the library controller)  
For more information on the search utility, see “Locating a Cartridge and Drive” on  
page 62.  
Modifying the CAP Locked Status  
Before attempting to enter or eject cartridges using a CAP, you must unlock the CAP  
and then open it. See “Precautions” on page 60. The StreamLine Library Console  
provides the functionality to lock and unlock the CAPs.  
Copying the MIB Text File  
The MIB text resides within the library’s controller card (HBC). Use the Library Console  
(2.26.00) or higher to copy the MIB text file to your PC.  
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CHAPTER  
Obtaining Maintenance Support  
This chapter describes what to do if problems occur with the tape library. In some cases,  
you might be able to correct the problem. In other cases, you must contact your service  
representative, as described in this chapter.  
When the problem is caused by cartridge tapes, see Chapter 5, “Cartridge Information”.  
When the problem is caused by cartridge tape drives, refer to your tape drive  
operator’s guide.  
Remote Support  
StorageTek Customer Service Representatives are available to assist you and the  
customer with hardware and software problem resolution. During the initial order and  
installation planning, make sure that you inform the customer about StorageTek's local  
and remote support.  
Service Delivery Platform  
The Service Delivery Platform (SDP) is the preferred remote support solution for the  
SL8500 library. SDP is a software application for providing sophisticated remote  
support of storage hardware devices. The software resides on an intelligent appliance at  
your site, providing a secure connection between your StorageTek products and a  
server located within the StorageTek IT data center. The SDP software monitors your  
devices and automatically alerts StorageTek when it finds a problem. It also enables  
remote resolution for problems that do not require physical intervention at the site.  
Through a secure, Internet/VPN-based communication link that is enabled by a  
StorageTek-supplied VPN router and your Internet access and connectivity, the SDP is  
designed to collect device events on a 24 x 7 x 365 basis. In the event of a device failure,  
the SDP intelligent appliance and the software application capture device logs and  
other pertinent diagnostic data that can help determine the reason for device failure.  
The robust SDP security architecture is designed for strict data privacy. The software  
uses 128-bit encrypted Secure Sockets Layer (SSL) protocol for data transmission and  
additional secure data gathering procedures for specific technical issues.  
To obtain the SDP Analyst client application contact your service representative.  
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StorageTek’s Worldwide Offices  
Customer Initiated Maintenance  
Customer initiated maintenance begins with a telephone call from you to the Customer  
Service Support Center (CSSC). You receive immediate attention from qualified  
StorageTek personnel, who record problem information and respond with the  
appropriate level of support.  
▼ To contact the CSSC about a problem  
1. Use the telephone to call the StorageTek customer service at:  
800.525.0369 (within the United States)  
303.673.4056 (outside the United States)  
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.  
If you have the following information when you place a service call, the process will be  
much easier:  
Account name  
Site location number  
Contact name  
Telephone number  
Equipment model number  
Device address  
Device serial number (if known)  
Urgency of problem  
Problem description  
StorageTek’s Worldwide Offices  
You may contact any of StorageTek’s worldwide offices to discuss complete storage,  
service, and support solutions for your organization. You can find address and  
telephone number information on StorageTek’s external Web site at:  
http://www.storagetek.com  
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APPENDIX  
Cartridge Slot Locations  
Library Walls  
The SL8500 library has two walls:  
The Inner walls has 14 slot arrays.  
The Outer walls use various sizes of arrays consisting of:  
■
13 cartridge slots (allowing space for the robotic rails)  
8-slot arrays placed within the future PTP areas and underneath the stop brackets for  
the service safety door  
■
■
■
4-slot arrays used on sections that are cutout for each future PTP  
3-slot arrays at the ends of all rails; these slots are reserved for robotic end stop  
labels (top slot), proximity calibration (middle slot), and drop-off slot (bottom slot)  
There are also 4-slot arrays for each elevator and turntable assembly.  
Service areas are located on each, front side of the customer interface module; these  
areas are reserved for non-functioning HandBots and do not interfere with cartridge  
GET or PUT operations by the functioning HandBots. Currently, arrays installed within  
the service areas (198 slots) are reserved for diagnostic and cleaning cartridges only.  
Cartridges placed in arrays lie flat, hub down, and parallel to the floor. To prevent  
slippage, cartridges are held in their slot by internal retainer clips. Each array has two  
targets centered vertically to accommodate the different sizes and depths of cartridges.  
Aisle space between arrays is limited to 0.5 m (18 in.). Due to the built-in redundancy of  
components, entry into the library beyond the maintenance area should be infrequent.  
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Reserved Slots  
Reserved Slots  
There are a total of 230 slots within the library that are reserved (that is, not to be used for  
data cartridge storage); these are listed in TABLE A-1.  
TABLE A-1 Reserved Slots  
Number of Slots  
198  
Use for  
Location  
Diagnostic or Cleaning Cartridges  
Front section of Customer Interface Module  
(separated from data cartridge cells by the Service  
Safety Door area)  
24  
3-cell arrays:  
Front section of Customer Interface Module  
endstop label (top)  
proximity sensing (middle)  
drop-off slot for single HandBot  
(bottom)  
8
Drop-off slot for second HandBot  
Top cell under the PTP area  
Total = 230  
Cartridge Address  
You have to understand two types of addressing scheme to manually locate a cartridge:  
■
Internal firmware address  
■
HLI-PRC (Host LMU Interface - Panel, Row, Column) address  
Internal Address  
The internal library firmware designates cartridge locations with a five-digit number as  
viewed from the front of the library, Library, Rail, Column, Side, and Row represented as  
L,R,C,S,W.  
Library number: The number within a library or library complex  
Rail number: Rails are numbered 1 through 4; Rail 1 is the top rail  
Column number: Columns are “signed” numbers referenced from the customer interface  
module, where +1 is right of the center of the drive bays and -1 is to the left of the drive bays  
Side number: Outer walls = 1, inner walls = 2  
Row number: Numbered consecutively, from the top (1) down  
See “Locating a Cartridge and Drive” on page 62 to locate a cartridge using the Library  
Console.  
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FIGURE A-1 Cartridge and Drive Locations – Internal Firmware (1 of 8) (L203_090)  
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FIGURE A-2 Cartridge and Drive Locations – Internal Firmware (2 of 8)(L203_591)  
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FIGURE A-3 Cartridge and Drive Locations – Internal Firmware (3 of 8)(L203_592)  
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Cartridge Address  
FIGURE A-4 Cartridge and Drive Locations – Internal Firmware (4 of 8)(L203_593)  
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FIGURE A-5 Cartridge and Drive Locations – Internal Firmware (5 of 8)(L203_594)  
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Cartridge Address  
FIGURE A-6 Cartridge and Drive Locations – Internal Firmware (6 of 8)(L203_595)  
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FIGURE A-7 Cartridge and Drive Locations – Internal Firmware (7 of 8)(L203_596)  
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FIGURE 0-1 Cartridge and Drive Locations – Internal Firmware (8 of 8)(L203_597)  
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TABLE A-2 Cartridge Locations (1 of 3)  
Left Outer Wall (1)  
Left  
Rail  
Row  
Customer Module  
Robotics Module  
Drive Module  
Columns  
-11  
1
-10  
1
-9  
1
-8  
1
-7  
1
-6  
6
-5  
1
-4  
1
-3  
1
-2  
1
-1  
1
13  
1
13  
1
13  
1
13  
1
13  
1
13  
6
13  
1
13  
1
13  
1
4
1
4
1
13  
1
13  
1
13  
1
13  
1
13  
1
13  
6
13  
1
13  
1
13  
1
4
1
4
1
13  
1
13  
1
13  
1
13  
1
13  
1
13  
6
13  
1
13  
1
13  
1
4
1
4
1
13  
13  
13  
13  
13  
13  
13  
13  
13  
4
4
Notes:  
Negative numbering starts from the left, center column of drives within the drive module. If an expansion module  
is added, numbering will be consecutive, starting with column -9 for the expansion module.  
Column -6 is a PTP area and therefore contains 8-cell arrays, numbered 6 – 13. Slot 6 is designated a drop-off slot.  
If an storage expansion module is added, column numbering will be consecutive, starting from column -9.  
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TABLE A-3 Cartridge Locations (2 of 3)  
Right Outer Wall (1)  
Robotics Module  
Rail  
Row  
Right Drive Module  
Customer Module  
Columns  
+1  
1
+2  
1
+3  
1
+4  
1
+5  
6
+6  
1
+7  
1
+8  
1
+9  
1
+10  
1
+11  
1
4
1
4
1
13  
1
13  
1
13  
1
13  
6
13  
1
13  
1
13  
1
13  
1
13  
1
4
1
4
1
13  
1
13  
1
13  
1
13  
6
13  
1
13  
1
13  
1
13  
1
13  
1
4
1
4
1
13  
1
13  
1
13  
1
13  
6
13  
1
13  
1
13  
1
13  
1
13  
1
4
4
13  
13  
13  
13  
13  
13  
13  
13  
13  
Notes:  
The positive numbering starts from the right, center column of drives within the drive module. If an expansion  
module is added, numbering will be consecutive, starting from Column +9 for the next expansion module.  
Column +6 is a PTP area and therefore contains 8-cell arrays, numbered 6 – 13. Slot 6 is designated a drop-off slot.  
If an storage expansion module is added, column numbering will be consecutive, starting from Column +9.  
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TABLE A-4 Cartridge Locations (3 of 3)  
Inner Walls (2)  
Left Side  
(Customer Module)  
Wall Opposite  
Drive Module  
Right Side  
(Customer Module)  
Rail  
Row  
Columns  
-11  
1
-10  
1
-9  
1
-2  
1
-1  
1
+1  
1
+2  
1
+9  
1
+10  
1
+11  
1
14  
1
14  
1
14  
1
14  
1
14  
1
14  
1
14  
1
14  
1
14  
1
14  
1
14  
1
14  
1
14  
1
14  
1
14  
1
14  
1
14  
1
14  
1
14  
1
14  
1
14  
1
14  
1
14  
1
14  
1
14  
1
14  
1
14  
1
14  
1
14  
1
14  
1
14  
14  
14  
14  
14  
14  
14  
14  
14  
14  
Notes:  
Inner walls begin their numbering from -9 on the left, and +9 on the right.  
If a storage expansion module is added, column numbering will be consecutive, starting from column -3 on the  
left and +3 on the right.  
Example One:  
As viewed from the front of the library, cartridge location 1, 4, -3, 1, 13 would be the  
slot next to drive number one (lower left drive). Listing this location breaks down as  
follows:  
1 = Library number  
4 = Bottom rail  
-3 = The first cartridge column to the left of the drive bay area  
1 = Side number (outer wall)  
13 = Bottom row, next to the bottom, left drive  
Example Two:  
Cartridge location 1, 1, 3, 1, 1 would be the slot next to drive number 61 (top, left drive):  
1 = Library number  
1 = Top rail  
3 = The first cartridge column to the right of the drive bay area  
1 = Side number (outer wall)  
1 = Top row, opposite the top, right drive  
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HLI-PRC Address  
HLI-PRC (Host LMU Interface - Panel, Row, Column) address is a four digit comma-  
separated value (L,P,R,C) representing LSM, Panel, Row, Column. This addressing  
scheme is used by HLI (Host LMU Interface) clients, including ACSLS and HSC, to  
represent library components accessible to those HLI clients.  
The slot location appears in the following format:  
l
l
p
p
r
r
c
c
where:  
ll: LSM number (0-3)  
pp: Panel  
rr: Row in the panel  
cc: Column in the row  
See “Locating a Cartridge and Drive” on page 50 to locate a cartridge using the Library  
Console.  
Although the library management software follows a five digit numbering scheme as  
that of the SL8500 address there are significant differences in slot designations, CAP  
behavior, and other operational considerations as described below (see also “PTP  
Addressing Scheme” on page 34).  
Library Storage Module (LSM)  
The SL8500 library has four rails on which robots travel. The host software considers  
each SL8500 rail as a separate LSM. From top to bottom, SL8500 rails are numbered  
from 1 - 4 while the host LSMs are numbered from 0 - 3. For example, SL8500 rail 1 is  
Host LSM 0.  
TABLE A-5 Rail Numbering  
Host  
Internal Firmware  
Rail 1  
LSM 0  
LSM 1  
LSM 2  
LSM 3  
Rail 2  
Rail 3  
Rail 4  
Panel Designations  
■
■
■
Panel 0 = cartridge access port (CAP)  
Panel 1 = drive panel  
The data cartridge slots start their numbering after the drive bay (Panel 1) forward.  
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Row  
Within each LSM (rail) rows are numbered consecutively from the top down. These  
start with 1 for the SL8500 and 0 for host.  
Column  
SL8500 column numbers are referenced from the customer interface module, where +1  
is right of the center of the drive bays and -1 is to the left of the drive bays. The host  
software reports two columns for each cell storage panel (column 0 and 1)  
CAP  
The CAP behavior controlled by host software is as follows:  
■
■
■
The CAPs service all the LSMs in the library.  
CAPs span across three LSMs (1-3).  
Each CAP has three magazines with 13 slots each. Each magazine is adjacent to a  
separate rail, and can only be accessed by robots on that rail. There is no adjacent  
section in the CAP for the top LSM (0), which requires pass-thru operations with the  
elevator.  
■
■
When loading cartridges in the CAP, slots can be skipped or magazines missing.  
There is no adjacent magazine section in the CAP for rail 1 (LSM 0), which requires  
pass-thru operations with the elevator.  
■
The CAP is treated as an independent component, and does not belong to any one  
rail.  
Examples of CAP Behavior:  
■
A CAP can be online and operational even though the LSM (rail) identified in the  
CAP ID is offline or not operational.  
■
■
■
If an LSM is offline, the associated CAPs are not automatically offline.  
If an LSM is online, the associated CAP is not automatically placed online.  
Even if LSMs 1 through 3 are offline, CAPs can be used to enter/eject cartridges for  
LSM 0.  
Elevators  
Elevators are considered a type of pass-thru port. Each elevator has three logical pass-  
thru connections per rail. Each rail can pass-thru to the other three rails.  
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Operational Considerations  
To optimize HandBot operations:  
■
■
■
■
Mount scratch tapes- selects cartridges based on the LSM (rail)  
Enter cartridges from the CAP to the closest LSM with free slots  
The software tries to enter the cartridge to an LSM (rail) adjacent to the CAP.  
The software also tries to eject the cartridge to the CAP adjacent to the LSM.  
Note – When HandBot optimization is not possible by the host, the library controller  
manages the moving of cartridges using a pass-thru operation (elevator).  
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APPENDIX  
Drive Bay Locations  
The SL8500 library features automatic detection of drives that are added or replaced.  
There are four types of addressing schemes for drives:  
■
■
■
Bay address (the physical location)  
Internal address (assigned by the library firmware)  
HLI-PRC (Host LMU Interface - panel, row, column address assigned by the host  
software)  
■
System addresses (assigned by the operating system)  
Bay Address  
The drive bay address is a two-digit number (01-64) representing the physical locations  
into which drive tray assemblies are inserted. The bay number of a drive is strictly  
internal to the library, defined by a drive’s position within a drive array. A drive is  
automatically assigned a number from 1– 64 by the library controller after the drive is  
installed and the library is re-initialized.  
A decal on the rear of the Drive and Electronics Module depicts the bay numbers, as  
shown in TABLE B-1 on page 125. The bay numbers indicate the physical location of  
drives. You have to be familiar with the bay numbers to locate a drive to perform a  
manual mount (see “Manual Mode of Operation” on page 59).  
TABLE B-1  
Drive Bay Address  
Rail Number  
Drive Bay Assembly Number 4  
Drive 61  
Drive 57  
Drive 53  
Drive 49  
Drive 62  
Drive 58  
Drive 54  
Drive 50  
Drive 63  
Drive 59  
Drive 55  
Drive 51  
Drive 64  
Drive 60  
Drive 56  
Drive 52  
1
Rail Number  
Drive Bay Assembly Number 3  
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TABLE B-1  
Drive Bay Address (Continued)  
Drive 45  
Drive 41  
Drive 37  
Drive 33  
Drive 46  
Drive 42  
Drive 38  
Drive 34  
Drive 47  
Drive 43  
Drive 39  
Drive 35  
Drive 48  
Drive 44  
Drive 40  
Drive 36  
2
Rail Number  
Drive Bay Assembly Number 2  
Drive 29  
Drive 25  
Drive 21  
Drive 17  
Drive 30  
Drive 31  
Drive 27  
Drive 23  
Drive 19  
Drive 32  
Drive 28  
Drive 24  
Drive 20  
3
Drive 26  
Drive 22  
Drive 18  
Rail Number  
Drive Bay Assembly Number 1  
Drive 13  
Drive 9  
Drive 5  
Drive 1  
Drive 14  
Drive 15  
Drive 11  
Drive 7  
Drive 3  
Drive 16  
Drive 12  
Drive 8  
Drive 4  
4
Drive 10  
Drive 6  
Drive 2  
Note – sNumbers shown are referenced from the rear of the tape drive and  
electronics module.  
Internal Address  
The internal address is a five-digit comma-separated value (L,R,C,S,W) representing  
Library, Rail, Column, Side, Row, viewed from inside the library facing the drive bays. This  
addressing scheme is used by the firmware and internal communications to represent  
all devices and locations within the library.  
Library number (within a library complex)  
Rail number: Rails are numbered 1 through 4, rail 1 is the top rail  
Column number: Columns, where +1 is right of the center of the drive bays and -1 is  
left of the center of the drive bays  
Side number: Outer walls = 1, inner walls = 2 (all drives are side 1, the outer walls)  
Row number: Numbered consecutively, from the top (1) down  
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Firmware numbering is listed in TABLE B-2.  
Firmware Drive Address  
TABLE B-2  
Drive Column -2  
Drive Column -1  
Drive Column 1  
Drive Column 2  
Rail  
Number  
Row Number  
Drive Number  
x, 1, -2, 1, 1  
x, 1, -2, 1, 2  
x, 1, -2, 1, 3  
x, 1, -2, 1, 4  
x, 2, -2, 1,1  
x, 2, -2, 1, 2  
x, 2, -2, 1, 3  
x, 2, -2, 1, 4  
x, 3, -2, 1, 1  
x, 3, -2, 1, 2  
x, 3, -2, 1, 3  
x, 3, -2, 1, 4  
x, 4, -2, 1, 1  
x, 4, -2, 1, 2  
x, 4, -2, 1, 3  
x, 4, -2, 1, 4  
Drive Number  
x, 1, -1, 1, 1  
x, 1, -1, 1, 2  
x, 1, -1, 1, 3  
x, 1, -1, 1, 4  
x, 2, -1, 1, 1  
x, 2, -1, 1, 2  
x, 2, -1, 1, 3  
x, 2, -1, 1, 4  
x, 3, -1, 1, 1  
x, 3, -1, 1, 2  
x, 3, -1, 1, 3  
x, 3, -1, 1, 4  
x, 4, -1, 1, 1  
x, 4, -1, 1, 2  
x, 4, -1, 1, 3  
x, 4, -1, 1, 4  
Drive Number  
x, 1, 1, 1, 1  
x, 1, 1, 1, 2  
x, 1, 1, 1, 3  
x, 1, 1, 1, 4  
x, 2, 1, 1, 1  
x, 2, 1, 1, 2  
x, 2, 1, 1, 3  
x, 2, 1, 1, 4  
x, 3, 1, 1, 1  
x, 3, 1, 1, 2  
x, 3, 1, 1, 3  
x, 3, 1, 1, 4  
x, 4, 1, 1, 1  
x, 4, 1, 1, 2  
x, 4, 1, 1, 3  
x, 4, 1, 1, 4  
Drive Number  
x, 1, 2, 1, 1  
x, 1, 2, 1, 2  
x, 1, 2, 1, 3  
x, 1, 2, 1, 4  
x, 2, 2, 1, 1  
x, 2, 2, 1, 2  
x, 2, 2, 1, 3  
x, 2, 2, 1, 4  
x, 3, 2, 1, 1  
x, 3, 2, 1, 2  
x, 3, 2, 1, 3  
x, 3, 2, 1, 4  
x, 4, 2, 1, 1  
x, 4, 2, 1, 2  
x, 4, 2, 1, 3  
x, 4, 2, 1, 4  
1
2
3
4
1
2
3
4
1
2
3
4
1
2
3
4
1
2
3
4
Note – Perspective is from the front of the Customer Interface Module. “x” =  
library #  
As examples:  
■
Drive firmware number 1, 4, -2, 1, 4 is the bottom, left drive in rail 1, as viewed from  
inside the library looking at the drive bays.  
■
Drive firmware number 1, 1, 2, 1, 1 is the top, right drive in rail 1, as viewed from  
inside the library looking at the drive bays.  
HLI-PRC Address  
The HLI-PRC addressing is a four-digit comma-separated value (L,P,R,C) representing  
Library, Panel, Row, and Column. The HLI (Host LMU Interface) clients (ACSLS, HSC)  
use this addressing scheme to represent library components accessible to the host.  
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System Address  
The tape drives are associated with and belong to each LSM (numbered 0-3). Each LSM  
is assigned 16 drives (0-15). Panel 1 is designated as the drive panel. To mount a  
cartridge tape in a different LSM, the cartridge must go through an internal pass-thru  
port (the elevator) to the drive.  
TABLE B-3  
Host Software Drive Address  
LSM Number  
Host Software Number  
Drive 0  
Drive 4  
Drive 5  
Drive 6  
Drive 7  
Drive 4  
Drive 5  
Drive 6  
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Drive 0  
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Drive 2  
Drive 3  
System Address  
The operating system also assigns system addresses to drives. Because Fibre Channel is  
the operating mode for drives within a SL8500 library, you can minimize a network re-  
configuration resulting from the replacement of a defective drive by enabling dynamic  
World Wide Name (dWWN) through the library configuration process. See “Dynamic  
World Wide Name” on page 29. A system address, once assigned, is automatically re-  
assigned when a drive is replaced.  
Manually Locating a Drive Bay  
If you need to perform a manual mount to a drive, the Library Console provides  
mapping of the hardware, firmware, and software mapping for all the drives attached  
to a library.  
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▼ To locate a drive  
1. Logon to the Library Console.  
2. Select Tools > System Detail.  
3. From the device tree, select the Drive folder.  
Note – The device tree is the left panel that provides a list of devices attached to the  
library (drives, CAP, robots, elevator)  
The status screen displays the SL8500 address, the corresponding drive bay, and the  
HLI-PRC addresses. For more information on the System Details module, see the online  
help documentation accessible through the Library Console application.  
FIGURE B-1 Library Console (Drives Data)  
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APPENDIX  
SNMP  
Simple Network Management Protocol (SNMP) is an application layer protocol that  
performs network management operations over an Ethernet connection using a User  
Datagram Protocol (UDP/IP).  
The Simple Network Management Protocol allows:  
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Libraries to inform the systems administrator of potential problems.  
Systems administrators to query the library for configuration, operation, and statistical  
information.  
Systems administrators and network managers use SNMP to monitor and receive status  
from the library, such as:  
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Operational state of the library)  
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Plus many other variables defined in the database  
Note – The SL8500 Library firmware must be version 3.00 or later to support SNMP.  
StreamLine Library Console software must be version 2.26.00 or higher to use the  
Transfer File feature that copies the Management Information Base (MIB) file to your  
PC.  
FIGURE C-1 illustrates a simple network block diagram that identifies the locations of  
the SNMP software application. This figure also identifies the IP addresses, Ethernet  
connections, location of the Management Information Base (MIB) and the library  
controller (HBC card).  
The SL8500 libraries support:  
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SNMPv2c of the simple network management protocol for machine status queries.  
Note – Note: with this version, any information transmitted is not secure.  
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SNMPv3 of the simple network management protocol is reserved for proprietary  
information. Because this version supports encryption and stronger user  
identification it is the preferred protocol for proprietary data.  
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FIGURE C-1 SNMP Block Diagram Example  
MANAGERS  
AGENT  
129.80.1.1  
HOST  
A
SNMP  
MIB  
MIB  
MIB  
CLIENT  
SL SERIES  
LIBRARY  
3
129.80.1.2  
HOST  
B
ETHERNET  
ENET  
SNMP  
CLIENT  
4
CONTROLLER  
CARD  
MIB  
129.80.1.3  
HOST  
C
5
1
2
SNMP  
CLIENT  
L203_743  
1. SNMP software application that implements the role of manager. Examples are Sun Microsystems SunNet  
Manager, HP OpenView and IBM NetView.  
2. The Management Information Base (MIB), copied from the library controller card.  
3. Ethernet connection (ENET) for the library (HBC card, port 2B—public port).  
4. The SNMP agent is a process running on the library’s controller card.  
5. MIB data can be read by v2c users; read/write access is only available to v3 users (see “Access Control” on  
page 134). MIB data is read by the customer through the StreamLine Library Console (see “Copying the MIB  
Text File” on page 136).  
Note – By default, the SNMP agent is turned off and must be activated by a service  
representative through the Command Line Interface (CLI) port.  
SNMP Terms  
SNMP uses a manager/agent structure, a database, and a small set of commands to  
exchange information. SNMP terms include:  
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Advanced Encryption Standard (AES)—An NIST-standard cryptographic cipher  
that uses a block length of 128 bits and key lengths of 128, 192, or 256 bits. AES uses  
the Rijndael algorithm, officially replacing the Triple DES Method. AES encryption  
can be done in one pass instead of three and its key size is greater than Triple Desís  
168 bits. One of two privacy encryption protocols, AES is a stronger form of  
encryption than DES (see also “Data Encryption Standard”). (Source: The Internet  
Society, RFC 3664)  
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Agent—A module that resides in a managed device. The agent is responsible for  
responding to requests from the manager and for sending traps to a recipient that  
inform the systems administrator of potential problems.  
Community String—Applications use community strings for access control. The  
manager includes the community string in its SNMP messages to an agent. The  
agent consequently can accept or reject the operation.  
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Data Encryption Standard (DES)—An NIST-standard cryptographic cipher that uses  
a 56-bit key. DES has been replaced by AES as an official standard. DES is a  
symmetric block cipher that processes 64-bit blocks in four different modes of  
operation (electronic code book [ECB] being the most popular). Triple DES added  
security by providing several, multiplepass techniques. As an example, Triple DES  
encrypts with one key, decrypts the results with a different key, and then encrypts  
with a third. These extra passes add considerable time, DES, however, is still used  
for applications that do not require the strongest security. One of two privacy  
encryption protocols (see also ìAdvanced Encryption Standardî). (Source: The  
Internet Society, RFC 1829)  
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EngineID—An administratively unique identifier of an SNMP v3 engine used for  
identification, not for addressing (Source: The Internet Society, RFC 3411). SNMP v3  
authentication and encryption keys are generated based upon the associated  
passwords and the engine ID.  
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Host keyword—Currently, the host keyword is limited to the machine’s IP address  
(DNS is not available at this time). The maximum keyword length is 31  
alphanumeric characters.  
Managed device—A device that hosts the services of an SNMP agent that provides  
monitored information and controlled operations using SNMP. SL8500 libraries are  
managed devices.  
Management Information Base (MIB)—A collection of information stored in a  
database that contains configuration and statistical information for a managed  
device. For SL8500 libraries, a copy of the MIB is loaded with microcode and stored  
on the processor card. See “Management Information Base” on page 135 for more  
information about the MIB.  
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Manager—Provides the communication link between the systems administrator and  
the managed devices on the network. A manager station or server allows the  
systems administrator to get information about the device through the MIB and to  
receive traps from an agent.  
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Message Digest 5 (MD5)—A popular one-hash function that is used to create a  
message digest for digital signatures. MD5 is faster than SHA, but is considered less  
secure (see also “Secure Hash Algorithm”). (Source: The Internet Society, RFC 1321)  
Recipient—A location on a manager where the SNMP agent sends traps. This  
location is defined by the combination of either the IP address or DNS name and the  
port number. The default recipient port number is 162.  
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Secure Hash Algorithm (SHA-1/SHA)—A popular one-hash algorithm used to  
create digital signatures; it is more secure, but slightly slower than MD5 (see also  
“Message Digest 5”). (Source: The Internet Society, RFC 3174)  
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Trap/Notification—A message that reports a problem, error, or significant event that  
occurred within the device.  
Trap Level String—The list of trap levels that will be filtered (see TABLE C-1 on page  
136). The maximum length is 31 alphanumeric characters.  
SNMP Commands  
SNMP offers commands that follow a simple request/response exchange to  
communicate between the manager and the agent.  
The manager issues request such as:  
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Get: A request for information of a specific variable.  
GetNext: A request for the next specific variable.  
Set: A request to change the value of a specific variable.  
The agent responds with:  
Get-Response: A response to the manager’s Get and GetNext commands.  
The agent sends out asynchronous events:  
Trap: An asynchronous message to the recipients about an event.  
SNMP “walks” are also functional. Refer to the SNMP software documentation for  
additional information.  
Access Control  
Because community strings provide a form of access control in SNMP, StorageTek’s  
embedded agent will not rely on the so-called “private” community string in order to  
accept changes to the library’s configuration. The MIB can be viewed with v3/v2  
get/getnext. The library properties can only be changed with the v3 set command.  
Using an administrative password provides access control and authorization for Set  
operations. Consequently StorageTek’s embedded agent uses only one community  
string for both Get and Set operations.  
Traps however, can be sent to recipients using v2c/v3-based PDUs. Different  
community strings can be specified while adding entries to the Trap Recipient List.  
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Management Information Base  
The MIB is a viewable document that contains descriptions about the characteristics for  
a managed device. These characteristics are the functional elements for that device  
which can be monitored using SNMP software.  
Note – SL8500 libraries implement only MIB extensions defined in the SLSERIES-  
TAPE-LIBRARY-MIB under the private (4) section as shown in FIGURE C-2.  
FIGURE C-2 Management Information Base Hierarchy  
MIB Tree Root  
Object Name = StreamLine-Tape-Library-MIB::streamlineTapeLibrary == 1.3.6.1.4.1.1.1211.1.15  
ccitt (0)  
iso (1)  
iso-ccitt (2)  
standard (0)  
registration-authority(1)  
member-body (2)  
Identified-organization (3)  
dod (6)  
internet (1)  
directory (1)  
mgmt (2)  
experimental (3)  
private (4)  
security (5)  
snmpV2 (6)  
enterprise (1)  
storagetek (1211)  
products (1)  
slseriesTapeLibrary (15)  
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Copying the MIB Text File  
The MIB text resides within the library’s controller card (HBC). Use the Library Console  
(2.26.00) or higher to copy the MIB text file to your PC.  
▼ To copy the MIB file  
1. Log on to the library using StreamLine Library Console.  
2. Select Tools ⇒ Diagnostics.  
3. Click the TransferFile tab.  
4. Click the Transfer button next to “STREAMLINE_TAPE_LIBRARY_MIB_TEXT.text  
file.”  
5. In the Save dialog box, select a “Save in” folder.  
6. Type in a file name.  
7. Click Save.  
SNMP Traps/Notifications  
Your Service Representative will add users to the recipients list and configure the traps  
required to give them access to the information. Currently, this can be only be done  
through the CLI port, using the “service” logon.  
Trap/Notification Levels  
Trap or notification levels available at this time are listed in TABLE C-1. Trap levels are  
generally filtered to include only those traps that you wish to monitor. These levels are  
specified when entering the trap information.  
TABLE C-1 Trap/Notification Levels  
Trap Level  
Error  
Number  
Description  
1
Error/System Log entries  
Warning Log entries  
Warning  
11  
2
11  
SNMP Agent Start Up  
Trap Data  
SNMP traps provide data that are derivations of SL8500 log entries, such as:  
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Severity (such as error, warning, information; see TABLE C-2)  
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Result codes (such as “0000 = success,” “5010 = robot excessive posn error”)  
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Activity string (such as “HLI move” or “CLI version print”)  
A descriptive text string  
Other information may include:  
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Date and time  
Device address associated with the event  
User name associated with the activity (such as “HLI host,” “advsrv”)  
The interface-specific request identifier (such as “HLI000001”)  
Severity Codes  
SMNP Traps are grouped into three categories. These categories are listed in  
TABLE C-2. Other categories may be added in the future.  
TABLE C-2 Trap Severity Codes  
Group  
Type  
Summary  
Description  
1
Error  
Errors critical to library  
operation. Provide all  
machine analysis  
information.  
Device inoperable: refers to the entire  
system. Failure of a sub-unit or redundant  
component is not a Category “1.”  
2
Warning  
—
Conditions that may require  
attention.  
Device degraded: refers to recoverable  
failures that may allow the system to  
remain in use, but only in a degraded  
mode.  
11  
SNMP Agent Start Up  
The SNMP Agent has started  
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Numerics  
2NA power configuration that gives the Product Name librswary full AC and DC  
power redundancy. This configuration allows AC line cords on two separate  
circuits, either of which can power the entire system. See also N+1.  
A
access doorA door on either side of the front facade through which service personnel can  
enter the library. Optional CAPs are attached to the right access door.  
accessory rackAn area of the drive and electronics module that is used for Product Name library  
electronic and power equipment and for other standard 19-inch rack-mount  
electronic equipment. Up to four racks are permitted in the electronics/drive  
assembly. Rack-mount equipment must be on the approved equipment list.  
ACSLSSee Automated Cartridge System Library Software.  
addressing schemesSee the following:  
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SL8500 address  
SL8500 drive bay  
HLI-PRC address  
Any Cartridge Any Slot™  
technologyThe StorageTek technology that allows seamless sharing of different media types  
and drives without hard partitions.  
arrayA partitioned unit that holds multiple objects, such as cartridges or tape drive tray  
assemblies.  
asynchronous (ASYNC)Not synchronized; not occurring at regular, predetermined intervals.  
Asynchronous transmissions send one data character at a time, at irregular  
intervals, rather than in one steady stream; a start bit and a stop bit notify the  
receiver when the transmission begins and ends. Contrast with synchronous.  
auditSee host audit and security audit.  
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Automated Cartridge  
System Library Software  
(ACSLS)Software that manages ACS library contents and controls ACS library hardware to  
mount and dismount cartridges on ACS drives.  
automation bezelA tape drive attachment with a locator target for positioning gets and puts to the  
tape drive.  
away libraryIn a library complex of two or more libraries connected by PTPs, the library on the  
left side of home library (from the front of the libraries).  
B
backplaneThe main circuit board inside electronic equipment that contains the central  
processing unit, the bus, memory sockets, expansion slots, and other components.  
bar-code line scan  
cameraA component of the robot that is used for cartridge identification and position  
calibration.  
blind mate connectorA connector that allows hot plugging instead of manually placing a cable between  
two fixed connectors.  
bulk loadManually loading cartridges into the library, for example, during library  
installation.  
C
cameraIn a StreamLine library, one of two types:  
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The bar-code line scanner that is part of the robot hand assembly.  
The two LibCam monitoring cameras that display activity inside the  
library on the touch screen operator control panel.  
CAPSee cartridge access port.  
cardSynonymous with printed wire assembly (PWA).  
cartridgeA container holding magnetic tape that can be processed without separating the  
tape from the container.  
The library uses data, diagnostic, and cleaning cartridges. These cartridges are not  
interchangeable.  
cartridge access port  
(CAP)A device in the library that allows an operator to insert or remove cartridges  
during library operations.  
Synonymous with import/export mail slot in SCSI and open system libraries.  
See also unlocked.  
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cartridge arrayAn array that holds multiple cartridges.  
Product Name arrays contain 8, 13, or 14 slots, depending on their location.  
cartridge biasLeft or right justification of a cartridge within a storage slot, CAP, or tape drive.  
cartridge moverSee robot.  
cartridge proximity  
detectorA component that determines if a slot is empty or contains an unlabeled cartridge  
during a label reading error recovery procedure. Synonymous with empty slot  
detector.  
CIM controllerThe module that houses the controls for the elevators, CAPs, turntables, and  
service safety door.  
cleaning cartridgeA cartridge that contains special material to clean the tape path in a tape drive.  
CLICommand line interface.  
cold swapRemoval and replacement of a system component (typically one such as a logic  
board that has no redundant backup) after system operations have been stopped  
and system power has been disabled. Contrast with hot swap.  
CompactPCI (cPCI®)Industry standard bus used for card-to-card bus expansion.  
cPCI®See CompactPCI.  
customer interface  
moduleThe front module of the SL8500 library at which the customer has access to the  
touch screen operator panel and CAPs, and service personnel have access to the  
library and service bay.  
D
data cartridgeA term used to distinguish a cartridge onto which a tape drive may write data  
from a cartridge used for cleaning or diagnostic purposes.  
diagnostic cartridgeA data cartridge with a “DG” label that is used for diagnostic routines.  
DLEData link escape.  
drive and electronics  
moduleThe module in an Product Name library that contains the electronics control  
module, power distribution units (PDUs), power supplies, accessory racks and  
equipment, and tape drives for the library.  
drive array assemblyAn array that is installed in the drive and electronics module for mounting tape  
drive tray assemblies. The drive and electronics module holds up to four array  
assemblies, and each array holds up to 16 tape drive tray assemblies.  
drive bayA partitioned section of the drive array assembly that holds one tape drive tray  
assembly.  
drop-off slotsSlots used to hold a cartridge in the event of a robot failure that occurs while a  
cartridge is in the robot hand.  
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ECMSee electronics control module.  
electronics control  
moduleThe assembly that:  
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Processes commands from a host system  
Coordinates the activities of robots, elevators, pass-thru ports, and tape  
drives  
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Monitors status inputs from sensors and switches  
elevatorThe device that transports cartridges vertically, across rail boundaries.  
emergency power-off  
(EPO)(1) A safety scheme that allows a “power down” of a subsystem or a system as a  
whole instead of powering it down component-by-component.  
(2) A safety switch on a machine or in a data center that allows a user to  
immediately power down a machine or a data center power supply by cutting off  
the external source power.  
See also Emergency Robotics Stop.  
Emergency Robotics  
StopA button on the customer interface module keypad that removes power to the  
robotics power grid, leaving the remaining library power on.  
Enterprise Systems  
Connection (ESCON)A set of fiber-optic based products and services developed by IBM that allows  
devices within a storage environment to be dynamically configured. A channel-to-  
control unit I/O interface that uses optical cables as a transmission medium.  
environmental monitorsA collective term for the sensors that track temperatures, fan speeds, and the  
status of various other mechanism within a library.  
EPOSee emergency power-off.  
ESCONSee Enterprise Systems Connection.  
EthernetA local-area, packet-switched network technology. Originally designed for coaxial  
cable, it is now found running over shielded, twisted-pair cable. Ethernet is a 10-  
or 100-megabytes-per-second LAN.  
exportThe action in which the library places a cartridge into the cartridge access port so  
that the operator can remove the cartridge from the library. Synonymous with eject.  
F
failoverThe act of moving to a secondary or redundant path when the primary path fails.  
FFCFlat flexible cable.  
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Fibre ChannelA bidirectional, full-duplex, point-to-point, serial data channel structured for high  
performance capacity. The Fibre Channel is an interconnection of multiple  
communication ports, called N_Ports. These N_Ports are interconnected by a  
switching network, called a fabric, to a point-to-point link, or an arbitrated loop.  
Fibre Channel is a generalized transport mechanism with no protocol of its own.  
A Fibre Channel does not have a native input/output command set, but can  
transport existing Upper Level Protocols (ULP) such as SCSI and IPI. Fibre  
Channel operates at speeds of up to 200 MB per second over distances of up to 100  
m over copper media or up to 10 km over optical links.  
fibre connection  
(FICON)An IBM S/390-based channel architecture that provides up to 256 channels in a  
single connection, each having a capacity of 100 MB per second.  
FICONSee fibre connection.  
front facadeThe external portion of the customer interface module, between the access doors,  
that holds the:  
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Membrane keypad  
Product logos  
Optional touch screen operator control panel  
G
getAn activity in which a robot obtains a cartridge from a slot or tape drive.  
gripper(1) The portion of the hand assembly that grasps the cartridge.  
(2) The part of the hand assembly that grasps and holds a cartridge during  
transport.  
H
hand assemblyA part of the library robot whose function is to grasp cartridges and move them  
between storage slots and drives. A bar-code line scan camera on the hand  
assembly reads cartridge volume labels.  
HandBot™A high-performance small robot. Four or eight HandBots are used in an SL8500  
library. Contrast with TallBot™.  
The full name is StreamLine™ HandBot™ high-performance robotics.  
HBZ moduleSee CIM Controller.  
HLI-PRC addressA four-digit, comma-separated value (L,P,R,C) that represents LSM, Panel, Row,  
and Column. This addressing scheme is used by host LMU interface (HLI) clients,  
including ACSLS and HSC, to represent library components accessible to those  
HLI clients.  
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home libraryIn a library complex of two or more SL8500 libraries connected by PTPs, the  
library that supplies power and signals to the pass-thru port on its left side (as  
viewed from the front of the libraries). See also away library.  
host auditThe process of updating the cartridge VOLIDs and locations (collected by a  
security audit) in a host CDS. This audit is initiated by a host command.  
Host Software Component  
(HSC)A host-resident software package that controls an automated cartridge system  
(ACS). After synchronizing with the target library (or libraries), HSC records cell  
status, allocates devices, and automates mount and dismount requests from the  
host.  
hot swapRemoval and replacement of a system component while system power remains on  
and system operations continue. Contrast with cold swap. Contrast with hot-  
pluggable.  
Synonymous with online servicing.  
hot-pluggableThe capability that allows a service representative to replace FRUs while power to  
the FRU is maintained. This feature allows hardware maintenance actions and  
hardware upgrades to proceed without disrupting subsystem availability. Contrast  
with hot swap.  
HSCSee Host Software Component.  
I
importThe process of placing a cartridge into the cartridge access port so that the library  
can insert it into a storage slot.  
Synonymous with enter.  
initial program load  
(IPL)(1) A process that activates a machine reset and loads system programs to prepare  
a computer system for operation. Processors having diagnostic programs activate  
these programs at initial program load execution. Devices running firmware  
usually reload the functional firmware from a diskette or disk drive at initial  
program load execution. Synonymous with initial microprogram load (IML). (from  
the GLS Glossary)  
(2) The initialization procedure that activates a machine reset, initiates wake-up  
diagnostics (from EPROMs) and loads functional code. (from the GLS Glossary)  
interlock switchA switch that disconnects power to library mechanisms, excluding tape drives,  
when the front door is opened.  
IPLSee initial program load.  
J
JREJava runtime environment.  
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keypad interfaceSee membrane keypad.  
L
LibCam MonitoringA feature that provides two cameras, one for each aisle of the library, for viewing  
activity inside the library.  
library cameraSee LibCam Monitoring.  
library complex(1) Two or more Product Name libraries attached to each other with PTPs.  
(2) Two Product Name libraries attached to each other with a pass-thru port  
assembly in which the library on the right (as viewed from the front of the  
libraries) is the home library and the library on the left is the away library for  
pass-through purposes.  
library consoleSee Streamline™ Library Console™.  
library controller (LC)The HBC card within the Product Name library that controls operations and  
communicates with the operator panel.  
library operator panelSee touch screen operator control panel.  
library partitionA licensed features that allows SL8500 rails (LSMs) to be partitioned for exclusive  
use by separate hosts.  
library storage module  
(LSM)A term used to identify each level of the SL8500, including the rail assembly,  
robotics, tape drives, power supplies, electronics modules, and accessory rack.  
The LSMs are numbered top-to-bottom, 0–3.  
logical libraryA virtual representation of a physical library. Synonymous with virtual library  
partition.  
M
magazineA removable array that holds cartridges and is placed into the cartridge access  
port (CAP).  
Each SL8500 CAP holds up to three magazines, each of which holds up to 13  
cartridges.  
master (pass-thru port)The side of a pass-thru port (PTP) that contains the electronics that control the  
actions of the PTP. See also standby (pass-thru port).  
membrane keypadA keypad mounted on the front facade used to monitor the status of the SL8500  
library and to operate the CAPs.  
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O
N+1A power configuration that provides AC power and redundant DC power by  
adding a second DC power supply to each DC bus. See also 2N.  
online replacementReplacement or service of a module while the library remains operational. The  
service person might be required to power off the module before removing or  
replacing it. Synonymous with hot swap.  
operator panelSee touch screen operator control panel.  
P
pass-thru port (PTP)(1) A mechanism that enables a cartridge to pass through from one library to  
another in a multiple modular library complex.  
(2) An assembly that connects two SL8500 libraries in which four pass-thru  
mechanisms (one for each LSM of the two libraries) can pass cartridges from one  
library to the other. Each PTP mechanism holds up to two cartridges.  
PCIPeripheral component interconnect.  
PDUSee power distribution unit.  
physical libraryA single Product Name library consisting of a customer interface module, a  
robotics interface module, and a drive and electronics module, with one to three  
storage expansion modules optional. See also logical library.  
PLCPower line communications.  
PLISee primary library interface.  
power distribution unit  
(PDU)A device for the distribution of AC line power from one inlet to multiple outlets.  
Multiple PDUs provide higher availability because the power continues if one  
PDU (or its alternating current [AC] source if the PDUs use separate AC sources)  
loses power.  
power gridA power circuit that minimizes power failures that cause the library to cease  
operations.  
An Product Name library has five power grids, two for AC power and three for  
DC power.  
power/communication bus  
railA rail that sits on the robot track to provide 48 VDC power and communication to  
the robot.  
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(PLI)The communication path between the operator panel and the library controller  
(the HBC card). This consists of Ethernet with TCP/IP and XML.  
PTPSee pass-thru port.  
putAn activity in which a robot places a cartridge into a slot or drive.  
PWAPrinted wiring assembly.  
R
RaceTrack™ architectureThe design and implementation of the SL8500 library’s multiple high-performance  
robotics.  
railThat portion of the upper robot track assembly that provides power and  
communication to the robot.  
rail assemblyThe mechanism on which the robot travels between cartridge arrays and tape  
drives.  
reach mechanismA component of the robot that moves the gripper to get or put a cartridge at a  
designated location.  
RealTime Growth™  
capabilityThe capability to add pass-thru ports dynamically while the library is operating.  
remote operator consoleThe customer’s operator panel that interfaces with the PLI. See also security  
software layer.  
reserved slotsCartridge slots that are used only for cleaning and diagnostic cartridges and as  
drop-off slots.  
robotA mechanism that moves horizontally along a track in the Product Name to  
transport cartridges to and from other locations in the library. Also called a  
HandBot or TallBot.  
robotics interface  
moduleThe module containing the curved rails and pass-through port (PTP) assemblies.  
See also StreamLine™ RaceTrack™.  
S
security auditThe process of reading and storing in Product Name library memory the VOLIDs  
and locations of all cartridges in the library. See also host audit.  
security software layer  
(SSL)The communication path between the PLI and the remote operator console.  
service areaAn area between the access doors of the customer interface module and the  
service safety door in which an inoperable robot is stored for service and other  
mechanisms can be repaired or replaced.  
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service safety doorA motor-driven barrier that separates the service areas of the customer interface  
module from the rest of the library so that service personnel can safely repair or  
replace failed library mechanisms while the library continues normal operations.  
Synonymous with safety barrier.  
servo power interrupt  
A signal that removes voltage to a motor if overtravel is detected in the motor or  
a safety condition exists (for example, the main access door to the library storage  
module is open). When the sensor or switch is made, the drive current to the  
motor disables and an error posts. The SPI prevents a servo runaway condition for  
an out-of-range motor; it also prevents motors from starting up while the access  
door is open.  
SL8500See StreamLine™ SL8500 modular library system.  
SL8500 addressA five-digit, comma-separated value (L,C,R,S,W) that represents Library, Rail,  
Column, Side, and Row. This addressing scheme is used by SL8500 firmware and  
internal communications to represent all devices and locations within the library.  
SL8500 drive bayA two-digit integer  
(01–64) that represents the physical locations into which drive tray assemblies are  
inserted.  
slotThe location in the library in which a cartridge is stored. Synonymous with cell.  
SMCSee Storage Management Component.  
SPISee servo power interrupt.  
SSiSystem server infrastructure.  
standby (pass-thru port)The side of a pass-thru port (PTP) that operates in response to actions initiated by  
the master side of the PTP. See also master (pass-thru port).  
storage cellSee slot.  
storage expansion  
moduleAn optional module for the Product Name library that provides up to 1728  
additional cartridge storage slots. Up to three modules can be attached to each  
SL8500 library.  
Storage Management  
Component (SMC)The software interface between IBM’s OS/390 and z/OS operating systems and  
StorageTek real and virtual hardware. SMC performs the allocation processing,  
message handling, and SMS processing for the NCS solution. It resides on the  
MVS host system with HSC and/or MVS/CSC, and communicates with these  
products to determine policies, volume locations, and drive ownership. SMC is a  
required NCS component.  
StreamLine™ Library  
Console™The operator panel software application used for the StreamLine libraries.  
StreamLine™  
RaceTrack™The design and implementation of the SL8500 library’s multiple high-performance  
robotics.  
StreamLine™ RealTime  
Growth™The capability to add pass-thru ports dynamically while the library is operating.  
StreamLine™ SL8500  
modular library systemAn automated tape library comprised of:  
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Customer interface module  
Robotics interface module  
Drive and electronics module  
Storage expansion module (optional)  
T
TallBot™A high-capacity tall robot. One or two TallBots are used in an SL8500 library.  
Contrast with HandBot™.  
The full name is StreamLine™ TallBot™ high-capacity robotics.  
tape driveAn electromechanical device that moves magnetic tape and includes mechanisms  
for writing and reading data to and from the tape.  
tape drive tray assemblyThe mechanical structure that houses a tape drive, fan assembly, power and logic  
cards, cables, and connectors for data and logic cables. Synonymous with drive tray  
assembly.  
tape storage areaThe area in the Product Name library where cartridges are stored.  
tape transport interface  
(TTI)An interface to control/monitor tape drive operation.  
touch screen operator  
control panelAn optional feature consisting of a flat-panel display with a touch screen interface  
and a panel mount computer. This feature is attached to the front facade.  
trackThe horizontal path upon which a robot travels.  
track drive mechanismThe component that moves the robot along the track between the storage arrays,  
CAPs, and tape drives.  
TTISee tape transport interface.  
turntableA mechanism that transfers cartridges between the aisles within a single library.  
U
UA standard unit of measurement of vertical space inside a rack-mount cabinet.  
One u equals 44.5 mm (1.75 in.).  
UARTUniversal asynchronous receiver/transmitter.  
unlockedIn the SL8500, status indicating that software has made a CAP available for  
operator use. An LED is lit when a CAP is unlocked.  
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vacancy plateA plate that covers an unused bay, such as a drive bay or power supply bay.  
W
wrist(1) A mechanism in the robot assembly that allows the robot to access the outer  
and inner storage walls.  
(2) A component of the hand assembly that rotates the hand horizontally.  
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added library 21  
cartridge slots 21  
drives 21  
Numerics  
2N power configuration  
described 19  
automated mode  
described 45  
determining library state 61  
returning the library to 68  
A
access control, SNMP 134  
ACSLS  
away library 34  
described 22  
maximum library size 19  
version 22  
version supported 44  
B
bay address 125  
action codes 57  
C
CAP  
activation password 28  
adding a library to the left 32  
adding a library to the right 33  
and library partitions 53–57  
exporting cartridges 52  
importing cartridges 49  
magazines 46  
addressing  
CAP 48  
drives  
CAP reservations  
bay 125  
in partitioned libraries 54  
override scenario 56  
overriding 54–55  
HLI-PRC 127  
SL8500 126  
system 128  
HandBot 12  
release scenario 56  
capacity  
CAP 46  
agreement, internal code xxviii  
alert messages in manual xxii  
American Eagle, cartridge labels by 86  
arrays 109  
arrays, locating the cartridges 109, 110  
audit  
library 16  
cartridge  
drop-off slots 110  
exporting 52  
identifying cartridge type 76  
importing 49  
library 104  
auto discovery  
inspecting 76  
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mounting 65  
present sensor 11  
repairing detached leader block 98  
reserved slots 110  
upside down placement 91  
client system component 43  
code load 30  
color cartridge specifications 75  
Colorflex, labels by 86  
communication  
HBC controller 8  
cartridge access port. See CAP  
cartridge tapes  
applying labels 91  
cleaning cartridge usage 98  
color specifications 75  
data locations 110  
ejecting 52  
compliance statements  
CE xxvii  
FCC xxvii  
Japanese xxviii  
Taiwan xxviii  
entering 49  
exterior cleaning 97  
handling 76  
identifying 76  
labels 86  
LTO 82  
LTO Gen2 84  
non-labeled 90  
ordering 75  
placement in cells 109  
requirements 75  
SDLT 84  
configuration  
AC power options 18  
discussed 28  
drives 29  
dWWN 29  
flash memory 7  
library 29  
physical 1  
consumption, power 18  
contacting StorageTek 108  
conventions in manual xxiii  
Customer Initiated Maintenance (CIM) 108  
customer interface module 14  
storage 98  
T10000 80  
T9840 77  
T9940 79  
Customer Resource Center (CRC) xxv  
weights 26  
caution  
D
safety precautions 44  
depths of the library 25  
described 80  
detection  
cautions  
lubrication 63  
messages in manual xxii  
moving robot  
added library 21  
cartridge slots 21  
drives 21  
empty slot 12  
non-labeled cartridges 12  
leaving objects inside 64  
mechanical stop 64  
position 64  
reentering cleaning cartridge 98  
disruptive installation 32  
domain, media labels 86  
drive tray weight 26  
drive weights 26  
shielded cables xxvii  
solvents for cleaning a cartridge 97  
static electricity xxxiii  
CE compliance statement xxvii  
drives  
2N power configuration 19  
addressing  
firmware 127  
auto discovery 21  
cleaning drives  
automatic 59  
described 58  
manual 59  
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base power configuration 19  
configuration 29  
detection 21  
firmware numbering  
illustrated 127  
models supported 6  
N +1 power configuration 19  
numbering  
exiting the library 67  
exporting cartridges 52  
exporting, cartridges 52  
F
FCC compliance statement xxvii  
features  
touch screen pen and stylus 15  
drive bay 125  
hardware 128  
features, upgrading 2  
HLI-PRC 127  
host software 128  
SL8500 126  
Fibre Channel  
configuration 29  
topology supported 42  
firmware  
system 128  
drop-off slots  
locations 110  
dWWN  
drive numbering 127  
event logging 57  
features 21  
automatic handling 21  
drive addressing 128  
flash memory versions 7  
upgrading 30  
dynamic World Wide Naming. See dWWN  
flash memory, discussed 7  
frame serial numbers, location 8  
E
ejecting cartridges 52  
G
electronics module  
HBC card 8  
grace period, SNMP 134  
gripper  
initialization 11  
grounding  
HBK card 7  
HBT card 8  
illustrated 39  
EN60950-1 statement (Scandinavia) statement  
xxxv  
elevators  
configuration 16  
emergency power-off. See emergency robotics stop  
emergency robotics stop  
causes xxxvi  
H
HandBot  
illustrated 10  
control card (HBN) xxxvi  
switch location 14  
usage 67  
initialization 10  
non-functioning (service area) 109  
numbering 12  
EN60950-1 statement xxxv  
Engineered Data Products, labels by 86  
entering the library 61  
redundant operation requirements 10  
HBB card 10  
HBC card 8  
illustrated 39  
enterting cartridges 49  
HBK card 7  
HBN card 10  
HBQ card 10  
HBS card 10  
HBT card 8  
e-Partners Web site xxv  
ESD prevention xxxiii  
Ethernet  
host connection 39  
the physical interface 39  
event logs 103  
heat output 25  
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height of the library 25  
HLI-PRC, drive numbering 127  
home library 34  
leader block, detached 98  
LIBGEN 44  
library  
ACSLS requirement 22, 44  
adding to the left 32  
adding to the right 33  
determining not in automated mode 61  
entering the library 61  
entry precautions 61  
exiting 67  
firmware features 21  
initialization sequence 11  
mounting a cartridge 65  
placing in manual mode 60  
placing online 68  
host  
Ethernet connection 39  
Fibre Channel connection 42  
library management software 42  
HSC  
described 22  
LibraryStation component 44  
maximum library size 19  
storage management component  
requirement 22  
version 22  
HTTP server 43  
humidity requirements 25  
power off 68, 71  
returning to automated mode 68  
specifications 25  
I
troubleshooting 99  
importing cartridges 49  
library audit 104  
library capacity 16  
in partitioned libraries 24  
library complex  
described 19  
illustrated 33  
library configuration 29  
Library Console. See StreamLine Library Console  
library management software  
ACSLS 22  
initialization  
library sequence 10  
inner walls 109  
interface  
CLI 8  
GUI 21  
host-to-library 8  
interlocks  
doors xxxv  
safety xxxv  
described 22  
HSC 22  
internal code license xxviii  
library partitions  
J
and CAP reservations 54  
and hosts 23  
Japanese compliance statement xxviii  
and library complexes 19  
and library resources 23  
capacities per rail 24  
configuration requirements 23  
configuring 34–38  
creating 37  
described 22  
planning 35–37  
removing 38  
sample configurations 35–37  
using CAPs with 53–57  
K
key  
location  
left service safety door 14  
right service safety door 14  
maintenance 71  
opening the front access doors 62  
known service plan (KSP) 57  
L
library self test 105  
library, single 1  
laser product label xxxiv  
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license, internal code xxviii  
loading code 30  
logic cards  
HBC 8  
HBK card 7  
HBT card 8  
robotic interface 8  
mounting a cartridge 65  
moving the robot 63  
HBT 8  
LTO  
N
N+1 power configuration  
described 18  
NearLine Control Solution 43  
cartridges  
described 82  
universal cleaning cartridge 87  
upside down placement 91  
write protect switch 96  
data cartridge label examples 88  
drives,described 7  
Gen2  
network  
dWWN entries 29  
nondisruptive installation, advantages 32  
non-labeled cartridges  
detection 12  
non-labled cartridges 90  
drives 84  
label examples 90  
cleaning cartridge 89  
repairing detached leader block 98  
numbering  
cartridge slots 110  
HandBot 12  
tape drives  
M
firmware 127  
host software 128  
numbering, cartridge slot locations 110  
maintenance  
obtaining StorageTek support 107  
maintenance key 71  
Management Information Base. See MIB  
manual mode  
O
operating heat output 25  
determining library not in automated mode 61  
entering the library 61  
exiting the library 67  
mounting a cartridge 65  
moving the robot 63  
operations  
inspecting cartridges 76  
operator panel  
described 15  
GUI interface 21  
local operator console 15  
remote 2, 16  
StreamLine Library Console 2  
touch-panel option 2  
physical restrictions 60  
placing the library in manual mode 60  
returning the library to automated mode 68  
safety precautions 60  
media  
options  
domain labels 86  
ID labels 86  
MERGEcds 44  
AC power configurations 18  
library 2  
library partitioning 2  
MIB  
ordering cartridges 75  
organization of this guide xxi  
outer walls 109  
described 135  
hierarchy, illustrated 135  
module  
customer interface 14  
drive 5  
P
electronics  
HBC card 8  
partitions. See library partitions  
Pass-thru Ports (PTPs)  
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away 34  
configuration 31  
described 20  
disruptive installation 32  
home 34  
illustrated 33  
S
safety  
ESD prevention xxxiii  
fiber optics xxxiv  
grounding, EN60950-1 statement (Scandinavia)  
xxxv  
interlocks xxxv  
monitoring 58  
laser product label xxxiv  
manual mode precautions 60  
service safety door xxxiii  
nondisruptive installation 32  
physical characteristics 21  
password  
activation 28  
PDUs 19  
Scandinavia, grounding statement xxxv  
SDLT  
cartridges  
pen and stylus 15  
applying labels 92  
described 84  
physical configurations 1  
physical interface 39  
drives,described 7  
label examples  
cleaning cartridge 89  
data cartridge 88  
diagnostic cartridge 90  
ordering cartridges 86  
physical specifications 25  
placing the library in manual mode 60  
power  
AC  
configurations 18  
options 18  
consumption 18, 25  
distribution 19  
off 71  
security 21  
self test 105  
sensors  
cartridge present 11  
reach safe 11  
serial numbers, locations on frame 8  
service area  
defined 109  
Service Delivery Platform 107  
SL8500 address 126  
rail distribution 19  
switches 68  
power supplies, location 70  
proximity sensor 12  
PTP  
HBC connection 39  
PTP. See Pass-thru Ports  
SLC. See StreamLine Library Console  
slots  
reserved 110  
SNMP 131  
R
rail  
illustrated 9, 47, 109  
access control 134  
commands 134  
grace period 134  
MIB diagram 135  
terms 133  
reach safe, sensor 11  
remote operator console 16  
repairing detached leader block 98  
reports 102  
reserved, slots 110  
restrictions, library interior 60  
result codes 57  
returning the library to automated mode 68  
robot, moving manually 63  
robotic interface module 8  
software  
storage management component 43  
specifications 25  
color cartridge 75  
SPI  
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VolSafe 85  
drives,described 6  
label examples  
door interlock generated xxxvii  
HBC card generated xxxvii  
SSL  
illustrated 51  
diagnostic cartridge 90  
static electricity safety xxxiii  
Storage Management Component 43  
storage management component 22  
StorageTek  
T9940  
cartridges  
applying labels 93  
described 79  
upside down placement 91  
VolSafe 85  
Customer Resource Center (CRC) xxv  
e-Partners site xxv  
TEC telephone number 108  
Web site xxv  
write protect switch 95  
drives,described 6  
repairing detached leader block 98  
T9x40  
worldwide offices 108  
storing cartridges 98  
label examples  
cleaning cartridge 89  
data cartridge 88  
diagnostic cartridge 90  
NCS component 44  
StreamLine Library Console  
audits 104  
configuration entries 27  
described 15  
dual TCP/IP 41  
Taiwan warning statement xxviii  
Tape Drive Weights 26  
Tape Drives  
power on and off 71  
tape drives  
event monitors 103  
first time access 28  
installing 27  
library self test 105  
local operator console 15  
locating VOLIDs 63  
monitoring events 57  
monitoring PTPs 58  
remote operator console 16  
reports 102  
Fibre Channel topology supported 42  
LTO 7  
mounting a cartridge 65  
NCS component 44  
SDLT 7  
T9x40 6  
upgrading firmware 30  
verifying library status 61  
telephone number, StorageTek TEC 108  
temperature 25  
touch-screen panel 15  
stylus feature 15  
Tricode, labels by 86  
troubleshooting, library and drives 99  
T
T10000  
ACSLS software requirement 44  
cartridges 80  
U
applying labels 92  
write protect switch 96  
data cartridge label example 88  
label examples  
Ultrium  
cartridges  
applying labels 92  
model/feature codes 87  
cleaning cartridge 89  
universal cleaning cartridge 87  
upgrading firmware 30  
T9840  
cartridges  
applying labels 93  
described 77  
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vertical pass-thru operations 16  
VolSafe cartridges  
described 85  
W
walls  
cartridge arrays 109  
described 109  
slot numbering, listed 119  
warning  
eye hazard from laser xxxiv  
messages in manual xxii  
warning statement, Taiwan xxviii  
warnings  
entering the library procedures 61  
exiting the LSM 64  
weight  
of the library 25  
weights, tape drives with drive tray 26  
wet bulb 25  
width of the library 25  
World Wide Name. See dWWN  
wrist, initialization 11  
write protect switch  
LTO 96  
T10000 96  
T9940 95  
Writeline, labels by 86  
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