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3 Preparation for use
This chapter provides instructions for preparing the Enterprise Modular Library (EML) E-Series for use.
Topics include:
• Preparing tape cartridges, page 47
• Inserting tape cartridges into permanent slots, page 49
• Removing the robot shipping restraints, page 50
• Setting the IP address for the HP StorageWorks Interface Manager card, page 50
• EML configuration through the OCP, page 51
Preparing tape cartridges
CAUTION: Handle tape cartridges with care. Do not drop, mishandle, or place them near sources of
electromagnetic interference. Rough handling can damage the cartridge, making it unusable and potentially
hazardous to the tape drives.
Labeling tape cartridges
CAUTION: The misuse and misunderstanding of bar code technology can result in backup and restore
failures. To ensure that your bar codes meet HP quality standards, always purchase them from approved
suppliers and never print bar code labels yourself. For more information, see the order form provided with
the library, as well as the
Bar Code Label Requirements, Compatibility and Usage
white paper available
from http://
h18006.www1.hp.com/storage/tapewhitepapers.html.
NOTE: For information on ordering tape cartridges and bar code labels, see ”Ordering HP tape cartridges
and bar code label packs” on page 123.
Attaching a bar code label to each tape cartridge enables the library and application software to identify
the cartridge quickly, thereby speeding up inventory time. When a bar code label is not used, the library
simply designates that tape slot as being full. Even though the library functions without bar code labels,
make it a practice to use them on your tape cartridges. Your host software can use bar code labels to
track the following information:
• Date of format or initialization
• Media pool of tape
• Data residing on the tape
• Age of the backup
• Errors encountered while using the tape (to determine if the tape is faulty)
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