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Figure 80. Unlocking the spooling mechanism
Note:
Make sure that the spooling mechanism is unlocked before you try to pull it out. When the
mechanism is unlocked, the cutout behind the mechanism is covered, and the mechanism cannot slide
any further to the center.
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IBM TS4300 Tape Library Machine Type 3555: User's Guide
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Table of Contents
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3
Minimum Firmware Levels for Common Library Features
3
Accessing Online Technical Support
4
Contacting IBM Technical Support
4
Registering for My Notification
4
Summary of Changes
6
Table of Contents
7
Figures
11
Safety and Environmental Notices
19
Danger and Caution Notices
19
Power Cords
21
Possible Safety Hazards
24
Class I Laser Product
24
Acclimation
25
Performing the Safety Inspection Procedure
25
Rack Safety
25
Power Cords
29
Preface
30
Chapter 1. Overview
31
Introduction
31
Structure and Supported Library Configurations
32
Base Module
32
Expansion Module
33
Base Module
33
Module Library
33
Library Configurations
33
Module Library
34
Module Library
35
Components
36
Module Library
36
Front Panel
37
Rear Panel
38
Physical Numbering of Modules
39
Left Magazine
39
Right Magazine
40
Physical Numbering of Storage Slots - Bottom Module
40
User Interfaces
41
Supported Tape Drives
41
Power Supply Leds
41
Control Path Drives
42
Mixed Drives
42
Supported Tape Drives
42
Drive Sled Back Panels
43
Drive Sled Indicators
43
Half-Height SAS Dual Port
44
Half-Height FC Single Port
44
Full-Height FC Dual Port
44
Drive Sled Indicators
44
Physical and Logical Addresses of Drives
45
Physical Numbering of Drives
45
Full-Height FC Dual Port
45
Supported Tape Cartridges
46
Library Functions
46
Random and Sequential Logical Library Modes
46
Encryption
47
Library Sharing
47
Control Path Failover, Data Path Failover, and Load Balancing
48
Alerts and Logging
49
Locating Management Functions
49
Host Connectivity
50
Network Connectivity
51
Chapter 2. Planning
53
Library Layout and Location Requirements
53
Location Requirements
53
Physical Specifications
54
Electrical Specifications for One Module (Base or Expansion)
54
Equipment Environment Specifications for the Tape Library
55
Psychrometric Chart Showing Recommended and Allowable Operating Environments for the Tape Library
56
Gas and Particulate Exposure
57
Power Cords
58
Network Requirements
63
Host Requirements
63
Optional Features
64
Chapter 3. Installing
66
Unpacking the Base Module and Expansion Modules
68
Removing the Module from the Box
69
Identifying Library Module Components
72
Preparing Top and Bottom Modules
72
Unlocking the Spring Loaded Lock
74
Removing the Cover
74
Installing Modules in a Rack
75
Universal Rack Connector
75
Installing a Tabletop Module
79
Aligning and Connecting Modules
79
Alignment Lever Lock
80
Alignment Lever Locked or Engaged to Lower Module
81
Alignment Lever Unlocked or Disengaged
81
Validating Tape Drive Installation
82
Connecting Cables
83
Full-Height FC Dual Port
83
Half-Height FC Single Port
83
Powering on the Library
84
Half-Height SAS Dual Port
84
The Initial Setup Process
85
Initial Configuration and Customization
86
Labeling and Loading Tape Cartridges
86
Verifying the Installation
88
Advanced Library Configuration
88
Overview
88
Library Partitioning
89
Verifying the Host Connection
90
Chapter 4. Managing
91
The Management GUI
91
Management GUI Main Screen
92
Navigation Dock
92
Status Icons
93
The Operator Panel
94
Operator Panel Main Screen
94
Operator Panel Menu Tree
94
Locating Management Functions
95
Front Panel Leds
95
Default Settings
99
Methods of Cleaning Drives
102
Accessing Cartridges
103
Configuring Library Managed Encryption
103
Magazine State
103
Chapter 5. Troubleshooting
107
Finding Event Information
107
Identifying a Failed Component
107
Running Library Tests
107
Troubleshooting Guide
107
Pre-Call Checklist
112
Contacting IBM Technical Support
112
Diagnostic Information
113
IBM Tape Diagnostic Tool (ITDT)
113
Event Codes
114
Main Error Events
115
Configuration Change Events
135
Informational Events
136
Tapealert Flags
138
Minimum Firmware Levels for Common Library Features
140
Sense Data
144
Drive Error Codes: Single-Character Display (SCD)
144
Warning Events
144
Chapter 6. Upgrading and Servicing
148
Internal View of Library
148
Internal View of the Library
148
Adding, Removing, or Replacing a Tape Drive
149
Pinch Hazard
149
Adding or Replacing a Base or Expansion Module
153
Interconnect Cables
155
Adding, Removing, or Replacing a Power Supply
159
Power Supplies
160
Replacing a Base or Expansion Controller Card
162
Controller Card Components
163
Installing, Removing, or Replacing an Accessor and Spooling Mechanism
165
Magazine Release Levers
166
Finger Holes
167
Unlocking the Spooling Cable and Placing It in Its Cradle
168
Returning the Accessor to the Base Module
171
Removing or Replacing a Spooling Mechanism
173
Unlocking the Spooling Mechanism
174
Removing or Replacing a Magazine
177
Moving the Library Modules
178
Manually Releasing the Right Magazine
178
Manually Releasing the Left Magazine
178
Appendix A. Library Configuration Forms
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Library Information
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Module and Drive Information
183
Logical Library Information
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Users Account Information
185
Appendix B. LTO Media
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Data Cartridges
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Cartridge Read/Write Compatibility
187
LTO Type M Cartridge (M8)
187
Capacity Scaling
188
WORM (Write Once, Read Many) Cartridges
188
WORM Media
189
Data Security on WORM Media
189
WORM Media Errors
189
WORM Requirements
189
Cleaning Cartridge
189
Cartridge Memory Chip (LTO-CM)
190
Labeling Tape Cartridges
190
Guidelines for Bar Code Labels
192
Write-Protect Switch
192
Handling the Cartridges
193
Providing Training
193
Ensuring Proper Packaging
193
Setting the Write-Protect Switch
193
Proper Acclimation and Environmental Conditions
194
Tape Cartridges in a Turtlecase
194
Completing a Thorough Inspection
195
Handling the Cartridge Carefully
196
Examples of Cartridge Problems
196
Repositioning or Reattaching a Leader Pin
196
Repositioning a Leader Pin
196
Reattaching a Leader Pin
198
Leader Pin Reattachment Kit
199
Attaching the Leader Pin Attach Tool to the Cartridge
199
Environmental and Shipping Specifications for Tape Cartridges
201
Attaching the Leader Pin to the Tape
201
Disposing of Tape Cartridges
202
Ordering Media Supplies
202
Ordering Bar Code Labels
204
Appendix C. Replacement Parts
206
Appendix D. Manual Cartridge Removal Procedure
208
Recommended Tools
208
Before You Begin
208
Beginning Procedure
209
Removing the Drive Brick from the Sled
209
Removing the Drive Cover
210
Removing the Cover from the Full Height Drive
210
Full Height Drive: Tape Spooled off Supply Reel
211
Removing the Cover from the Half Height Drive
211
Half Height Drive: Tape Spooled off Supply Reel
212
The Hex Wrench Rewinds Tape into Cartridge
212
Rewinding Tape into Cartridge
213
Full Height Drive: Tape Pulled from or Broken Near Leader Pin
214
Drive with Cover Removed to Reveal Gear Train
214
Half Height Drive: Tape Pulled from or Broken Near Leader Pin
215
Leader Block Assembly (LBA)
215
Drive with Cover Removed to Reveal Gear Train
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Full Height Drive: Tape Broken in MID-Tape
216
Leader Block Assembly (LBA)
216
Half Height Drive: Tape Broken in MID-Tape
217
The Hex Wrench Rewinds Tape into Cartridge
217
Full Height Drive: Tape Tangled Along Tape Path
218
Rewinding Tape into Cartridge
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The Hex Wrench Rewinds Tape into Cartridge
219
Drive with Cover Removed to Reveal Gear Train
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Half Height Drive: Tape Tangled Along Tape Path
221
Leader Block Assembly (LBA)
221
Full Height Drive: no Apparent Failure or Damage to Tape
222
Rewinding Tape into Cartridge
222
The Hex Wrench Rewinds Tape into Cartridge
223
Drive with Cover Removed to Reveal Gear Train
224
Half Height Drive: no Apparent Failure or Damage to Tape
225
Leader Block Assembly (LBA)
225
Rewinding Tape into Cartridge
226
Ending Procedure
227
Drive with Cover Removed to Reveal Gear Train
227
Appendix E. Accessibility
229
Notices
230
Trademarks
231
Electromagnetic Compatibility Notices
232
Canada Notice
232
European Community and Morocco Notice
232
Germany Notice
232
Japan Electronics and Information Technology Industries Association (JEITA) Notice
233
Japan Voluntary Control Council for Interference (VCCI) Notice
234
Korea Notice
234
People's Republic of China Notice
234
Russia Notice
234
Taiwan Notice
235
United States Federal Communications Commission (FCC) Notice
235
Glossary
236
Index
257
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