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1. Figure 29 Enter J lt 0 Back o Forward vm Home ala 9 Password Screen Ab ou t Quantum ATL Tapes Operator System 1 2 Enter P d Offline nter Passwor La 3 4 da Standby Service 5 6 TRE Password aie CIE Enter 56 Quantum ATL P3000 Series User s Guide Chapter 4 Service Commands Changing Passwords Changing Passwords This command allows you to change the password Valid passwords consist of four to eight numeric characters entered using the keypad in the Change Password screen To change a password 1 On the Service screen press the Change Password button The GUI displays the Service Change Password screen see figure 30 Figure 30 Service Change Password About So Back o Foard nee sos Screen Quantum ATL Tapes Operator Ge S Service Change Password lt 1 2 3 4 d Standby New Password _ 5 6 Load Port Reenter 7 8 Security Level Import User 0 Operator Service R Reset G Select Enter 2 Press the security level button that corresponds to the password you want to change 3 Using the keypad enter a new password and press the Select button Asterisks representing password characters appear in the New Password field 4 Reenter the password and press the Select button Quantum ATL P3000 Series User s Guide 57 Chapter 4 Service Commands Generating Reports Asterisks representing the password appear in the Reenter text box
2. Configuring Library Options The Configure Options command allows you to set the following e Power On State determines whether the library is on line or in standby mode when powered up The default setting is On line e AutoClean allows the library to perform drive cleaning tasks automatically as needed The default setting is Disabled Quantum ATL P3000 Series User s Guide 47 Chapter 3 Operator Commands Configuring Library Options Configuring a Library Option 48 Retries causes the library to automatically retry a failed command before issuing an error message The default settting is Enabled Bar Code Labels turns bar code scanning on or off during inventory It should be disabled when the library contains cartridges that are not labeled The default setting is Disabled Auto Inventory causes the library to perform an inventory whenever the library is powered up The default setting is Disabled Auto Load causes the library to automatically move cartridges in the load port to empty storage bins as soon as the load port door closes The default setting is Disable Temp Detection enables or disables the over temperature detection warning and shutdown features of the library The default setting is Enabled Power On Security determines the library security level when powered up The default setting is User 4 52 Identity Mode causes the library to return the same inquiry string as
3. Class Il laser product Class 2 lasers are limited to a maximum output power of 1 mW A person receiving an eye exposure froma Class 2 laser either accidentally or as a result of someone else s deliberate action misuse will be protected from injury by their natural blink reflex This is a natural involuntary response which causes the individual to blink and avert their head thereby terminating the eye exposure DLT Digital Linear Tape technology is owned developed and manufactured by Quantum Corporation DLT tape drives use half inch wide tape DLT 8000 tape drives record on 208 tracks uncompressed Elements SCSI designation for any device or bin in the library that can hold a cartridge SCSI elements include storage bins tape drives load port bins and the gripper EMI Electro Magnetic Interference refers to unwanted electrical noise present on a power line This noise may leak from the power lines and affect equipment that isn t even connected to the power line Such leakage is called a magnetic field Magnetic fields are formed when unwanted noise voltages give rise to noise currents Such noise signals may adversely affect electronic equipment and cause intermittent data problems ESD Electro Static Discharge Gripper A mechanical component of the extension axis assembly robotics which grips and holds a tape cartridge in transit GUI An ATL touch screen Graphical User Interface is made up of bit mapped graphics displa
4. location in the chassis see figure 42 Quantum ATL P3000 Series User s Guide 87 Appendix B Relocating the Library Preparing the Library for Relocation Figure 42 Extension Axis Restraints Storage Location Gripper restraint Vertical carriage restraint Horizontal carriage restraint 2 If the cartridge handling mechanism CHM is not in the far right position gently move it along the horizontal carriage until it is as far right as possible 3 Place the large foam packing block between the extension axis and the floor a Lift the extension axis assembly and place the large foam block between it and the floor of the library b Gently lower the extension axis assembly resting it on the foam block 4 Install the vertical carriage restraint see figure 43 Warning The vertical carriage is extremely heavy More than one technician may be required to assist this operation 88 Quantum ATL P3000 Series User s Guide Figure 43 Installing the Vertical Carriage Restraint Extension axis assembly D a oO Appendix B Relocating the Library Preparing the Library for Relocation See step 4h Vertical carriage assembly Vertical carriage restraint Horizontal carriage assembly Gently lift the vertical carriage assembly to eye level Squeeze the two side
5. 100 GB 200 GB 32 60 TB 65 20 TB Ultrium T200 Quantum 11 GB sec 110 GB 220 GB 35 86 TB 71 72 TB SDLT Quantum ATL P3000 Series User s Guide 11 Chapter 1 Library Description Library Components Load Port and Magazines 12 Note Compressed capacity assumes a 2 1 compression ratio When fewer than 16 tape drives are installed the tape drives must occupy consecutive drive bays beginning with drive bay 0 The drives used in the P3000 are more reliable than standard drives due to the automated environment The P3000 can be populated simultaneously with DLT SDLT or LTO tape drives If a drive experiences read write errors when the AutoClean function is enabled the library issues an error message stating that drive cleaning is required Without user intervention the IntelliGrip CHM replaces the data cartridge with a cleaning cartridge When the cleaning procedure finishes the CHM returns the data cartridge to the drive Note When a DLT cleaning cartridge has completed its 20 use limit it is automatically exported from the library requiring a new one to be loaded through the load port The load port is a mechanical device in the front panel of the library that enables you to import or export tape cartridges to and from the library via two tape cartridge magazines without interrupting library operations The DLT SDLT load port uses two removeable 6 bin tape cartridge magazines se
6. Figure 17 Tapes Screen 32 The Tapes screen identifies the tape cartridges residing in the following elements e Drives Storage fixed storage bins e Load port e Transport gripper ADOI lt 30 Back o gt Forwara A Home zo Quantum ATL St Service System Off line Enter Password ly Standby Load Port Enter Password Viewing Storage and Load Port Elements The Drives Storage and Load Port categories may contain too many elements to display at once To scroll through these elements use the arrow buttons at the bottom of each category You can also expand the Drives Storage or Load Port list to fill the screen by touching the desired category anywhere above the scrolling arrows To return to the start of the Tapes screen press the Back button Quantum ATL P3000 Series User s Guide Chapter 2 Basic Library Operations Changing the GUI Security Levels Changing the GUI Security Levels Table 6 Security Levels listed from highest to lowest There are five levels of security for the P3000 GUI see table 6 e Service S provides access to both the Operator and Service set of screens and all functions on the system bar e Operator O provides access to the Operator set of screens and all functions on the system bar e User U provides access to screens that are not password protected Overview and Tapes screens and all functions on the status bar e Import Only I
7. Other trademarks may be mentioned herein which belong to other companies 6207947 06cP 73 Contents Chapter 1 Library Description 1 DV OL VIC W ass cisisss sania szcdade sds aaieevsisipvesus ses eaceseaiis inves crapassaaaseaseeloseecuienabees 1 Library Models czscinnsiicconstensnssieactnsnesataracscsenstaizonannghonslanstvaceasccantonsens 2 Shelf Bin Numbering Conventions ss essessssssessersseseesrsresreresree 3 Features and Benefits ccccccsccescessccssecsscessceesecseccssessecessceseeesseeceeenaes 5 Library Components dcsssicsssssstesssraccestacstaniatormssnegasemnicemnviacatenas 6 Cai ti AE EEE EE E 6 EE D 9 IntelliGripTM Mixed Media CHM ssiscicccsvsccstsxcarctsassesexensndsansotest 10 aere eege geed 11 Load Port and Magazines sssssssssssssseererissesssrserseresresesrssrereees 12 Chapter 2 Basic Library Operations 15 Installing dE 16 Taking ESD Precautions scsinenisnrsie rinie 16 DLT SDLT Cartridges EE 17 EE EE eegenen 19 Placing Tape Cartridges in the Library eee 20 Quantum ATL P3000 Series User s Guide iii Contents Chapter 3 Preparing the Library for Operatlontvcciscessoresiccersvsernnrtensnsnosicecrvneiess 20 Closing the Library Doors and Access Panels cccceee 21 Connecting Host Workstations sincisnssis cstorcesstarsnedissutacivnuaketsnaphucens 21 Turning the Library On and OF sccssienssscstisssinmeninciaiaiatiaaceiee 23 T rung On th EE 23 Placing the Library On l
8. Reserved Contact an ATL Field Service Engineer ON OFF Drive power fail detected by Toggle the drive canister screw firmware cover switch to clear the drive power fail condition If the LED reappears contact an ATL Field Service Engineer OFF ON Good No action OFF Flashing SCSI bus incompatible Indicates LVD HVD detected by firmware incompatibility Ensure that the SCSI cable and host bus adapter are correct and replace if necessary OFF OFF No power to tape drive Ensure that interface board e Be sure that the library power is ON e Drive canister screw cover switch is in the position so that it covers the screw e Check library configuration on the GUI to see if the library is configured with the correct number of drives e If the condition persists call an ATL Field Service Engineer Quantum ATL P3000 Series User s Guide 77 Chapter 6 Troubleshooting Common Problems and Solutions Green Red LED LED Condition Action Flashing ON Drive unhealthy detected by Contact an ATL Field Service firmware Detects hardware Engineer errors in DLT and SDLT drives It also detects the absence of a tape cartridge and in DLT and SDLT drives the drive is not ready to accept a new cartridge In LTO drives this condition is a warning of a snapped tape Flashing Flashing Drive inserted under hardware This condition should terminate control upon the first firmware shortly after the library i
9. provides access to Overview and Tapes screens and the Load Port button on the system bar no Stop or Standby e Locked L provides access to Overview and Tapes screens only The security level indicator lock icon at the lower left corner of the GUI indicates the current security level S O U I or L Overview Tapes Operator Service Load Stop and Locklcon Password Screen Screen Screen Screen Port Standby Level Indicator Protected Access Access Access Access Access Access Service S Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Operator O Yes Yes Yes Yes No Yes Yes User U Yes Yes Yes No No Yes Yes Multi O Yes No No No No No No Unit Quantum ATL P3000 Series User s Guide 33 Chapter 2 Basic Library Operations Changing the GUI Security Levels Overview Tapes Operator Service Load Stop and Locklcon Password Screen Screen Screen Screen Port Standby Level Indicator Protected Access Access Access Access Access Access Import I Yes Yes Yes No No Yes No Only Locked L No Yes Yes No No No No Securing the GUI When the User security level is set access is restricted to the 34 Operator and Service screens Since these screens control library configuration testing and initializing functions the User security level is appropriate default condition for routine library operation Changing Security Levels To change security levels 1 Press the Lock icon T
10. you must press the Abort button to stop the test Quantum ATL P3000 Series User s Guide 63 Chapter 4 Service Commands Initializing Non Volatile Information Initializing Non Volatile Information The Service screen contains two commands involving information stored in nonvolatile memory Caution The following two commands are meant to be used only by qualified ATL trained personnel They are presented here for explanation only Serious operational problems and data loss may occur if you do not fully understand the consequences of these commands e Initialize nonvolatile memory configuration returns the library configuration to its factory default condition eliminating any changes made using the Configure Library and Configure Options commands in the Operator screen and invalidates the calibration data e Initialize nonvolatile memory statistics purges nonvolatile memory of all statistical information about library operation This information is used to generate the statistical report described on page 58 Executing Either To execute either command Command 1 On the Service screen press the button that corresponds to the command you want to execute The GUI displays a dialog box prompting you to Continue or Cancel the command 2 Press Continue A Command in Progress dialog screen is displayed Note If it becomes necessary to abort the command press Cancel 6
11. CERTIFIED power cord specified below for 100 120V operation Plug Cap Parallel blade with ground pin NEMA 5 15P configuration Cord Type SJT three 16 AWG 1 5 mm or 18 AWG 1 0 mm wires LengthMaximum 15 feet 4 5m RatingMinimum 10 A 125 V LIRE LA REMARQUE DANS LE MODE D EMPLOI CETTE REMARQUE NE CONCERNE QUE LES ETATS UNIS ET LE CANADA En cas d envoi aux Etats Unis utiliser le cordon d alimentation CERTIFIE UL et convenant pour 100 120 V En cas d envoi au Canada utiliser le cordon d alimentation CERTIFIE CSA et convenant pour 100 120 V Fiche Broches parall les avec une broche de mise la terre configuration NEMA 5 15P Cordon Type SJT trifilaire 16 AWG 1 5 mm ou 18 AWG 1 0 mm LongeurMaximum 15 pieds 4 5m Capacit Minimum 10 A 125 V Quantum ATL P3000 Series User s Guide 113 Appendix E Regulatory Statements Laser Statement Laser Statement Class 1 Laser Product Laser Klasse 1 Appareil a Laser de Classe 1 Producto Laser de Clase 1 114 CAUTION With all panels and enclosures in place this product is rated as a Class I laser product The bar code scanner inside this product however is a Class II laser Avoid exposure to the laser light emitted from the bar code scanner Do not stare into the beam CAUTION Use of controls or adjustments or performance of procedures other than those specified herein may result in hazardous exposure VORSICHT Dieses Produkt Ent
12. Figure 17 Figure 18 Figure 19 Figure 20 Figure 21 Figure 22 Figure 23 Figure 24 Figure 25 Figure 26 Figure 27 Figure 28 Figure 29 Figure 30 Figure 31 Figure 32 Figure 33 Figure 34 Figure 35 Figure 36 Figure 37 Figure 38 Figure 39 Figure 40 Figure 41 Figure 42 Figure 43 TAPES Screenprint EE E aa 32 Password Sereen sinian ii iii S 35 Rotating the Load Port mmer 38 LTO Tape Cartridge Load Porticciiiins darren 39 DLT Tape Drive Front Bezel Example 0 0 40 Password SCREEN iseen enan i a 44 ee 45 Configure Library SCLECI tee eege ureebe 46 Configure Library Settings Screen 46 Configure Options Screen snc ee 49 Control Move Cartridges Screen seed 51 Unload Drives et 53 Enter Password Serenos niiin oiaoi i 56 Service Change Password Sereen sssesseissesesieseeeesess 57 Service Screen E 59 Report Statistics Screen EE 60 Report Actuator Status Screen ss eeben 60 Report SysTest Library Results Screen cee 61 Report AutoClean Status Screen 62 Test EE 63 L 66 EB E E 67 Kpteugechtolek gtt Et ee but 68 Multi Unit Sereen esnetik ikusia 69 Tape Drive Leet Eeer ee 78 Extension Axis Restraints Storage Location 88 Installing the Vertical Carriage Restraint 004 89 Quantum ATL P3000 Series User s Guide Figure 44 Figure 45 Figure 46 Figure 47 Figure 48 Figure 49 Figure 50 Figure 51 Figure 52 Figure 53 Figures Installing the Horizontal Carriage Restr
13. LASERDIODE 1 0 MILLI WATT MAX CLASS II LASER PRODUCT LASERSTRAHLUNG NICHT IN DEN LIGHTSTRAHL BLICKEN SICHTBARE LASERSTRAHLUNG LASERKLASSE 2 Exposure Warning The exposure warning label is on the laser see figure 53 Label Figure 53 Exposure Warning Label CAUTION AVOID EXPOSURE LASER LIGHT IS EMITTED FROM THIS APERTURE 110 Quantum ATL P3000 Series User s Guide Appendix E Regulatory Statements FCC Statement 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 Any changes or modifications made to this equipment may void the user s authority to operate this equipment Operation of this equipment in a residential area may cause interference in which case the user at his own expense will be required to take whatever measures may be required to correct the interference This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules Operation is subject to the following conditions 1 This device may not cause harmful interference and Quantum ATL P3000 Series User s Guide 1
14. Range 9 0 Gripper Execute PTM Select 2 Identify the source element of the cartridge to be moved Proceed as follows Control Move Cartridge a Press the appropriate source element button Storage Bin Tape Drive Load Port or Gripper When you press an element type the Range field below the Destination field displays the range of addresses b Using the keypad enter the address of the source element and then press the Destination input field The Source information is displayed in the Source field and the Destination field becomes active 3 Identify the destination for the cartridge a Press the appropriate destination element button Storage Bin Tape Drive Load Port or Gripper Quantum ATL P3000 Series User s Guide 51 Chapter 3 Operator Commands Unloading a Drive b Using the keypad enter the address of the destination element and then press the Execute button The destination information is displayed in the Destination text box and the move is initiated The GUI displays a Command In Progress dialog box with an Abort button The Move Cartridges command continues until completed unless you press the Abort button to stop the operation Unloading a Drive 52 The Unload Drive command prepares a tape cartridge to be removed from a drive by rewinding and ejecting the cartridge After unloading the drive remove the tape cartridge using the Move Cartridges command To unload a drive 1 On
15. Tape Drive and Cartridge Specifications Chapter 1 Library Description Library Components The vertical and horizontal actuators move the mixed media gripper into position to pick and place tape cartridges The rotary actuator rotates the mixed media gripper 180 degrees allowing the mixed media gripper to pass cartridges between the front storage bins and the back storage bins or tape drives The extension actuator extends the mixed media gripper forward to make contact with the desired cartridge and then retracts the mixed media gripper to remove the cartridge from a bin or drive The mixed media gripper includes a Class II aser bar code scanner that reads standard six character 3 of 9 bar code labels The scanner is used to maintain an inventory of the tape cartridges within the library An inventory occurs automatically whenever the library is turned on or after the bulk load door has been closed An inventory can also be initiated from the host computer Although the library does not require tape cartridges to have bar code labels properly labeled tape cartridges and full storage bins speed up the inventory process The P3000 holds up to 16 tape drives including combinations of DLT and SDLT or DLT and LTO Cartridge Total Library Library Tape Transfer Cartridge Capacity Capacity Capacity Cartridge Capacity compressed 326 bins compressed Quantum 6 GB sec 40 GB 80 GB 13 04 TB 26 08 TB DLT 8000 IBM LTO 15 GB sec
16. Unit 20 Back o Forward lt A Home oos About QuantumlATL Operator Service System Off line dh Standby Library Unit Load Port of Libraries Configure Multi Unit Library Unit SINGLE LUN Config SINGLE LUN Select a cl Change i 2 Press the Select button to access the option to configure 3 Using the arrow buttons scroll through the available values for the selected option 4 When the desired value is displayed press the Select button to advance to the next option 5 When you have finished making changes to the multi unit configuration options press the Change button to save the options and complete the configuration Calibrating the Libraries in a Multi Unit Configuration The Calibrate All PTMs command enables you to calibrate all pass through mechanisms in all of the libraries in the multi unit configuration Calibrate the libraries during the initial installation and after any maintenance procedure To calibrate all library elements 1 From the Master library in the multi unit configuration press the Multi Unit tab 68 Quantum ATL P3000 Series User s Guide Chapter 5 Multi Unit Commands Calibrating the Libraries in a Multi Unit Configuration The GUI displays the Multi Unit screen see figure 40 2 Press the Calibrate All PTMs button The GUI displays a Command In Progress dialog box while the calibration process is in progress Note M
17. bit set to 0 the Except bit set to 1 and the status set to Cleaning Cartridge Installed ASC 30 ASCQ 03 A data transfer element that is currently being cleaned as part of an automatic cleaning operation has the Access bit set to 0 the Except bit set to 1 and the status set to Cleaning Cartridge Installed ASC 30 ASCQ 03 Quantum ATL P3000 Series User s Guide Appendix C Automatic Drive Cleaning Monitoring the Drives Monitoring the Drives In host initiated cleaning mode the host is responsible for monitoring the drives to determine when a drive needs to be cleaned In automatic cleaning mode the library monitors the drives to determine when a drive needs to be cleaned Each drive CLEANING_ REQUIRED flag is checked at the completion of an inventory A specific drive s CLEANING_REQUIRED flag is checked at the completion of a Move Medium command involving that drive Media Movement to the Drive When a cleaning cartridge is selected the library moves it to the drive requiring cleaning If the movement operation is not completed due to an unrecoverable error the drive cleaning operation does not proceed and the library returns the cleaning cartridge to its original storage element If an unrecoverable error occurs when moving a cleaning cartridge that prevents a subsequent host initiated command from completing a check condition is set in the returned status byte and a subsequent Request Sense returns the a
18. down a static sensitive part place it inside its protective shipping bag or on a grounded antistatic mat Avoid direct contact with static sensitive parts Avoid touching connectors and discrete components Close library door and access panel when not working on the library Be very careful when installing the library or handling components in dry climates or environments where cold weather heating is used Environments such as these with lower relative humidity have greater potential to produce static electricity Note In environments with high potential for static electricity you may want to take additional precautions such as the use of an antistatic smock or a grounded antistatic mat The following shows you how to label DLT SDLT tape cartridges as well as setting the write protect switch and proper orientation Labeling Attaching a bar code label to each tape cartridge enables the library to identify the cartridge quickly thereby speeding up inventory time Place the label in the slide in slot on the front of the cartridge see figure 8 Quantum ATL P3000 Series User s Guide 17 Chapter 2 Basic Library Operations Installing Tape Cartridges Figure 8 Inserting a Bar Code Label DLT SDLT 18 Mech SC T U Slide in slot Note Only use bar code labels that have been designed for cartridges Do not adhere labels to a cartridge anywhere except the slide in slot S
19. eject VCR style button Quantum ATL P3000 Series User s Guide 41 Chapter 2 Basic Library Operations Manually Ejecting a Tape Cartridge 42 Quantum ATL P3000 Series User s Guide Chapter 3 Operator Commands This chapter describes the commands found on the Operator screen of the graphical user interface GUI The Operator screen commands initiate the following actions Opening the Operator screen Unloading the load port Configuring the library Configuring library options Performing an inventory Moving cartridges Unloading a drive The library must be off line to perform these functions Caution Library operator commands are to be used only by qualified Quantum ATL trained personnel Serious operational problems and data loss may occur if you do not understand the consequences of these commands Quantum ATL P3000 Series User s Guide 43 Chapter 3 Operator Commands Opening the Operator Screen Opening the Operator Screen To open the Operator screen 1 Press the Operator tab The GUI displays the password screen see figure 22 2 Enter the correct operator or service password to gain access to the Operator Screen see figure 23 The default operator password is 1234 Note To change passwords see Press Continue A Command in Progress dialog screen is displayed on page 64 Figure 22 Password Screen 40 Back or Forward lt Home GO o avo
20. mode setting in NVRAM set the Mode Select command Save Page SP bit to one When the automatic drive cleaning mode setting is saved in NVRAM neither a SCSI bus reset or a power cycle of the Product Name will change the mode setting Reporting of Cleaning Mode Diagnostic Software The current drive cleaning mode can be reported by e Diagnostic Software e Mode Sense command To display the current drive cleaning mode from diagnostic software select e Config Report Clean Tape The diagnostic screen will display the e Current cleaning mode e Bar code label of each cleaning cartridge Quantum ATL P3000 Series User s Guide 101 Appendix C Automatic Drive Cleaning Cleaning Cartridges s Number of uses of each cleaning cartridge e Home storage element of each cleaning cartridge e Current storage element of each cleaning cartridge Mode Sense To report the current drive cleaning mode use the Mode Sense Command command and e Set the Page Code field to 20h Vendor Unique Page 20h e Set Page Control field to 0 Target to return current values for the page code specified 20h Vendor Unique Page 20h byte 2 bit 1 indicates the current drive cleaning mode e One indicates the automatic drive cleaning feature is enabled e Zero indicates the automatic drive cleaning feature is disabled Cleaning Cartridges In host initiated cleaning mode the host tracks all cleaning cartridges and their use In a
21. report lt So Back oc gt Forward 4A Home S10 2 lt Tapes Operator About Quantum ATL System Off line T Standby Pick and Place Total Count 62466 A Standby System Test Status B 80 0B A S Report SysTest Library Results Total Test Time Hr Min Sec 61 42 35 Load Port Test Type Random Avg Drive to Bin Move Time Sec 0 000 Avg Bin to Drive Move Time Sec 0 000 Avg Bin to Bin Move Time Sec 0 000 Longest Move Time Sec 0 000 Bad Barcode Reading Count 0 Place to Drive Count 2221 Place to Bin Count 14202 Place to Load Port Count 2 y AutoClean Report Figure 35 shows a sample AutoClean report Quantum ATL P3000 Series User s Guide 61 Chapter 4 Service Commands Testing the Library Figure 35 Report AutoClean Status DUT oe oe Forwara SE EE Screen QuantumlATL lt Operator System Report AutoClean Status Off line Auto Clean Enabled FALSE Al Standby Auto Clean State Idle A Cleaning Operation Count 0 Load Port Bad Operation Count 0 Untracked Operation Count 0 Last to Drive Error Status 0 00 00 Last to Load Port Error Status 0 00 00 Last to Home Error Status D 00 00 When you have finished reviewing the report press the Back button to return to the Service screen Testing the Library The Service screen provides a testing command e SysTest this command tests library operation by swapping tape cartridges be
22. the ATL 520 library out of production To configure a library option 1 In the Operator screen press the Configure Options button The GUI displays the Configure Options screen see figure 26 Press the button with the desired option Using the arrow buttons scroll through available values for the selected option When the New Value box displays the desired value press the Execute button to apply the new value The Current Value box displays the new value Repeat steps 2 through 4 to change other configuration options Quantum ATL P3000 Series User s Guide Chapter 3 Operator Commands Performing an Inventory 6 When you have finished making changes to library options press the Back button until you return to the initial Operator Screen Figure 26 Configure Options Screen About lt 0 Back oc gt Forward Am Home 210 2 Quantum ATL System Configure Options Off line Auto Power On sai Set dh Standby Poweron elean Storage N Works i uto Defaults Load Port Retries Inventory Barcode Temp New Value Labels Detection Online Auto Power On Load Security lt P Auto Drive Barcode Unload Retries Ge Overview Tapes Current Value Performing an Inventory The Inventory Tapes command reads the bar code labels of the cartridges in the tape drives fixed storage bins and the load port bins All elements that contain cartridges without labels are marked as full with no lab
23. the Operator screen press the Unload Drive button The GUI displays the Control Unload Drive screen see figure 28 Quantum ATL P3000 Series User s Guide Chapter 3 Operator Commands Unloading the Load Port Figure 28 Unload Drives Screen Aboni lt 20 Back oC Forward N Home alo ol Quantum ATL Overview Tapes System Off line Control Unload Drive dh Standby Load Port Drive 0 Execute 2 Use the arrow buttons to highlight the desired drive and then press Execute The GUI displays a Command In Progress dialog box The Unload Drive command continues until completed unless you press the Abort button to stop the operation Unloading the Load Port The Unload Imp Exp command moves a tape cartridge from the load port to an available storage bin This option must be invoked after inserting a tape into the load port whenever the library auto load feature is disabled see Configuring Library Options on page 47 Quantum ATL P3000 Series User s Guide 53 Chapter 3 Operator Commands Unloading the Load Port Note You can also use the Move Cartridge command to unload the load port The Move Cartridge command is especially useful if the destination of the move is important For more information about the Move Cartridge command see Moving Cartridges on page 50 To unload the load port 1 On the Operator screen press the Unload Imp Exp button The GUI displays a Comman
24. using the screws provided during the unpacking procedure see figure 49 To disconnect library cables 1 Disconnect SCSI cables and terminators 2 Disconnect the power cord from the outlet and the power distribution assembly of the library 3 Pack all cables with other library accessories Quantum ATL P3000 Series User s Guide 93 Appendix B Relocating the Library Crating the Library a NENN ANI e UY S O F amp A Ge dei em RPL Cardboard Shipping amp Figure 49 Inserting the Shipping Plate Crating the Library Use this section If you need to ship the library to the new site If you need to transport the library by forklift or similar means Quantum ATL P3000 Series User s Guide 94 Appendix B Relocating the Library Crating the Library If you are moving the library within a facility refer to Preparing the Library for Operation on page 98 To crate the library for a new site Warning The library weighs approximately 1300 pounds 591 kg Use at least two people to perform any steps that involve lifting or guiding the library Use safe practices when lifting or guiding the library and handling the ramp 1 Prepare the shipping pallet for the library as shown in figure 50 a Attach the two ramp extensions to the pallet b Place the wooden support bar underneath the ramp exten
25. 11 Appendix E Regulatory Statements Industry Canada Digital Apparatus 2 This device must accept any interference received including interference that may cause undesired operation Industry Canada Digital Apparatus CISPR 22 WARNING ACHTUNG ATTENTION 112 Referemce Interference Causing Equipment Standard ICES 003 Issue 2 This Class A digital apparatus meets all requirements of the Canadian Interference Causing Equipment Regulations Cet appareil num rique de la classe A respecte toutes les exigences du Regl ment sur le mat riel brouilleur du Canada 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 Dieses ist ein Ger t der Funkst rgrenzwertklasse A In Wohnbereichen k nnen bei Betrieb dieses Ger tes Rundfunkst rungen auftreten in welchen Fallen der Benutzer fiir entsprechende Gegenmassnahmen verantwortlich ist Ceci est un produit de classe A Dans un environment domestique ce produit peut causer des interf rences radio lectriques Il appartient alors l utilisateur de prendre les mesures appropri es Quantum ATL P3000 Series User s Guide Appendix E Regulatory Statements Notice for USA and CANADA Only Notice for USA and CANADA Only ATTENTION REMARQUE If shipped to USA use the UL LISTED power cord specified below for 100 120 V operation If shipped to Canada use the CSA
26. 4 Quantum ATL P3000 Series User s Guide Chapter 5 Multi Unit Commands This chapter describes the Multi Unit screen commands of the library Graphical User Interface GUI Topics covered are e Opening the multi unit screen e Configure multi units P2000 P3000 e Calibrating the libraries in a multi unit configuration Note Refer to the ATL Pass Through Mechanism Installation Instructions PN 6311615 for more information regarding P2000 P3000 multi unit configurations Caution Multi Unit Commands on the GUI are meant to be used only by qualified Quantum ATL trained personnel They are presented here strictly as presentation only Serious operational problems and data loss may occur if you do not understand the consequences of these commands Quantum ATL P3000 Series User s Guide 65 Chapter 5 Multi Unit Commands Opening the Multi Unit Screen Opening the Multi Unit Screen To open the Multi Unit screen 1 Press the Multi Unit tab Note The Multi Unit screen is restricted to individuals with Operator level access privileges The GUI displays a password screen see figure 37 2 Enter the correct service password to gain access to the Multi Unit screen see figure 38 The default multi unit password is 1234 Note For information about changing passwords see Executing Either Command on page 64 Figure 37 Enter Password Scre
27. Description 6311600 ATL P3000 Series Describes unpacking Library Unpacking and moving a P3000 Instructions 6311602 ATL P2000 P3000 For programmers Series Library writing P3000 control Software Interface software Guide 6311615 ATL Pass Through Contains instructions Mechanism for interconnecting Installation up to five P2000 and Instructions or P3000 libraries Quantum ATL P3000 Series User s Guide The following Quantum ATL documents are also available for the P3000 Series library xvii Contacts xviii Refer to the appropriate product manual s for information about your tape drive and cartridges SCSI 2 Specification The SCSI 2 communications specification is the proposed American National Standard for information systems dated March 9 1990 Copies may be obtained from Global Engineering Documents 15 Inverness Way East Englewood CO 80112 800 854 7179 or 303 397 2740 Quantum ATL company contacts are listed below Quantum ATL Corporate Headquarters Quantum ATL P O Box 57100 Irvine CA 92619 7100 949 856 7800 800 284 5101 Technical Publications To comment on existing documentation send e mail to atl docs atlp com Visit the Quantum ATL home page at http www atlp com Quantum ATL P3000 Series User s Guide Customer Support The Quantum ATL Customer Support Department provides a 24 hour help desk that can be reached at North South America 949 725 2100 o
28. If You Lose a If you lose the Operator Import Only or User password you can Password replace it by e Opening the Service screen and following the steps to change the password see page 64 e Pressing the Reset Passwords button on the Change Password screen This resets all passwords to their default values The default values are e Service 5678 e Operator 1234 e User 2222 s Import Only 1111 If you lose the Service password and cannot access the Change Password screen contact the ATL Customer Support Department for assistance see the preface for contact information Generating Reports The Service screen enables you to generate on screen reports about the following e Library operation statistics e Actuator positions and status e System test results e Auto Clean status and tracking information 58 Quantum ATL P3000 Series User s Guide Chapter 4 Service Commands Generating Reports Generating Any Press the appropriate button in the Service screen Service Report SE S p Within a few seconds the report is displayed on the screen Statistics Report Figure 32 shows a sample Statistics report Press the Update button to update the report otherwise the report will update periodically Figure 31 Service Screen Reports lt m0 Back o gt Forward LN Home wor Operator About Quantum ATL System Off line dh Standby Load Port l Report Sy
29. Library Specifications Environmental Specifications 84 Quantum ATL P3000 Series User s Guide Appendix B Relocating the Library This appendix explains how to relocate the P3000 As used in this appendix the term relocate means either to ship the library or simply to move it to a nearby location for example from one area in a building to another The instructions in this appendix are divided into the following sections e Checking the new installation site e Preparing the library for relocation e Crating the library e Preparing the library for operation To ship the library or move it using a motor vehicle for example truck or forklift follow all of the instructions in this appendix Quantum ATL P3000 Series User s Guide 85 Appendix B Relocating the Library Checking the New Installation Site To move the library to a new location within the same building or facility follow all instructions in this appendix except for those found in Crating the Library on page 94 Note These procedures require the original packing materials of the library If you do not have the original packing materials contact the ATL Customer Support Department Caution Moving or shipping the library without proper packing materials can result in damage to library components Checking the New Installation Site Check the new installation site for the library using the guidelines found in the ATL
30. P2000 P3000 P6000 Pre Installation Site Survey Instructions Make sure the new location meets all applicable clearance environmental and power requirements Preparing the Library for Relocation 86 You will need the following tools to prepare the library for relocation e 2 Phillips head screwdriver e 3 16 inch Allen wrench Take the following steps to prepare the library for relocation e Removing tape cartridges e Installing internal packing materials Quantum ATL P3000 Series User s Guide Appendix B Relocating the Library Preparing the Library for Relocation s Disconnecting library cables Caution Always prepare the library for relocation before any move Removing Tape To remove tape cartridges Cartrid SE Se 1 Unload all tape cartridges from the tape drives 2 Stop all library operation a Press the Standby button on the GUI This places the library off line after the completion of any currently executing operations When the library is off line the GUI system state display indicates System Off line b Press the Stop button to remove power from library robotics 3 Unlock and open both library doors 4 Turn off the library 5 Remove all tape cartridges from the library bins and tape drives 6 Carefully pack all tapes for shipment Installing Shipping To install internal shipping restraints Restraints and Packing 1 Remove the extension axis restraints from their storage
31. Quantum ATL P3000 Series Automated Tape Library User s Guide 6311601 05 Ver 5 Rel 0 Quantum ATL Quantum ATL P3000 Series Automated Tape Library User s Guide 6311601 05 Ver 5 Rel 0 July 2001 Made in USA ATL Products Inc provides this publication as is without warranty of any kind either express or implied including but not limited to the implied warranties of merchantability or fitness for a particular purpose ATL Products Inc may revise this publication from time to time without notice COPYRIGHT STATEMENT Copyright 2001 by ATL Products Inc All rights reserved Your right to copy this manual is limited by copyright law Making copies or adaptations without prior written authorization of ATL Products Inc is prohibited by law and constitutes a punishable violation of the law ATL Products Inc provides this publication as is without warranty of any kind either express or implied including but not limited to the implied warranties of merchantability or fitness for a particular purpose ATL Products Inc may revise this publication from time to time without notice TRADEMARK STATEMENT Prism Library Architecture IntelliGrip and WebAdmin are all trademarks of ATL Products Inc DLT SDLT DLTtape III DLTtape IV and Super DLTtape I are trademarks of Quantum Inc IBM is a registered trademark Linear Tape Open LTO and Ultrium are trademarks of IBM HP and Seagate in the United States
32. Verify that the GUI display indicates System Off line Quantum ATL P3000 Series User s Guide 23 Chapter 2 Basic Library Operations Using the GUI 3 Verify that the CHM is empty by checking the Overview screen on the GUI see chapter 3 Operator Commands If there is a tape cartridge in the CHM perform a Move command to place the cartridge in an available bin 4 Turn off the power switch located below the GUI Note Wait ten seconds before turning on the power switch again Using the GUI The GUI is activated by touching the screen and is located on the front of the library The menus displayed on the GUI allow you to obtain information about the library execute library commands and test library functions see figure 12 The GUI s functions are grouped into the following four screens e Overview screen displays current tape drive CHM and load port content and activities e Tapes screen displays tape drive storage bin load port and gripper inventories e Operator screen contains library configuration and control functions password protected e Service screen contains reporting functions system tests and service commands password protected e Multi Unit screen contains multi unit configuration and calibration 24 Quantum ATL P3000 Series User s Guide Chapter 2 Basic Library Operations Using the GUI Figure 12 GUI Initial Screen lt So Back oz Forward Ho
33. aint 90 Pivoting Gripper Restraint into Postton 91 Gripper Restraint in Position ee eeeeteeeeeees 91 Installing the Gripper Restraint s sssssseesesesieseerereseese 92 Installing the Gripper Restraint Screw sssseseeseseseese 92 Inserting the Shipping Plate 94 re bie the del Dr ary E 97 Product Conformation Label vcsccccdsssnsnensenessnceonscserinens 109 Laser Light Warning Label s sssessssessesesissesessseeses 110 Exposure Warning EE 110 Quantum ATL P3000 Series User s Guide xi Figures xii Quantum ATL P3000 Series User s Guide Table 1 Table 2 Table 3 Table 4 Table 5 Table 6 Table 7 Table 8 Table 9 Table 10 Table 11 Table 12 Table 13 Table 14 Tables Performance Characteristics Using DLT 8000 E TE 2 Performance Characteristics Using IBM LTO Ultrium Tape Dives sictssctecsnsasseenshadssnracoarmabinicenineces 2 Performance Characteristics Using Quantum SDLT Tape Drives sisisi siiis 3 Tape Drive and Cartridge Gpechfications e 11 ENEE 26 Security Levels listed from highest to lowest 33 Start up Problems sesesessessesesessssesesrsrsressesrsreresrsrsrsesse 72 GUL Problems knieen inin na 73 Robotics E rette ergin arii 73 Problems During Library Operation 75 LE 76 Tape Drive LED Conditions SDLT and LTO drives 77 Physical Characteristics a cccsssisioinnenseireespeansepinnrtasueniieren 80 DIESE PACES dscactscesinnslndcnnehaoutistice sana ssnsinta
34. ary operations e AGUtI on the right side of the cabinet enables you to monitor and control library operations Figure 2 Cabinet Front View Viewing window Dual doors Quantum ATL P3000 Series User s Guide ies GUI Power switch Load port Chapter 1 Library Description Library Components Figure 3 Cabinet Back Panels A mixed media load port equipped with either two 8 cartridge stationary load packs for libraries configured with LTO tape drives or two 6 cartridge removable load pack magazines for DLT and or SDLT tape drives provides easy insertion of additional tape cartridges while the library is in operation The power switch for the library is located behind a sliding panel on the right front door Cabinet Back The back of the cabinet see figure 3 provides easy accessibility to Cooling fans Power control and data interfaces Tape drives Hot swap removable fans Easy access Hot swappable drives in removeable cannisters Quantum ATL P3000 Series User s Guide GUI Figure 4 GUI Initial Screen Chapter 1 Library Description Library Components The GUI features a menu system for determining library status configuring the library and performing certain diagnostic functions The GUI screen see figure 4 consists of e Horizontal taskbar top row e Vertical taskbar left column e Main display area Vertica
35. based on the PCI bus Scalable Prism options provide plug and play serviceability eliminating expensive upgrades and library obsolescence It improves manageability with library partitioning SNMP integration e mail notification and Web based management features RAID Redundant Array of Independent Disks is a technology through which several physical storage disks are grouped into an array that appears to an operating system as one or more physical devices Reports Refers to the report options on the touch screen GUI s Service screen Robotics As used in the context of ATL automated tape libraries the X axis Y axis and Z axis mechanical assemblies inside the library used to move tape cartridges RS 232C Short for Recommended Standard 232C a standard interface approved by the Electronic Industries Association EIA for connecting serial devices This standard is for ASYNCHRO NOUS TRANSFER between computer equipment and accessories Quantum ATL P3000 Series User s Guide 121 Glossary 122 Data is transmitted bit by bit in a serial fashion The RS 232 standard defines the function and use of all 25 pins of a DB 25 type connector SCSI Small Computer System Interface An American National Standards Instsitute ANSI communications standard for attaching peripheral equipment to computers SCSIID A unique address 0 to 15 assigned to each device on a SCSI bus SCSI 2 A second generation SCSI interface which includes c
36. bles to accommodate up to 4 drives per SCSI bus Figure 11 shows the recommended cabling configurations for the 16 drive library Quantum ATL P3000 Series User s Guide 21 Chapter 2 Basic Library Operations Preparing the Library for Operation Figure 11 Cabling Configuration 16 Drive 22 Drive Column 1 Tape drive Drive position 8 SCSI ID 2 Tape drive Drive position 9 SCSI ID 3 Tape drive Drive position A SCSI ID 4 Tape drive Drive position B SCSI ID 5 tape drive Drive position C SCSI ID 2 Tape drive Drive position D SCSI ID 3 Tape drive Drive position E L SCSI ID 4 Tape drive Drive position F SCSI ID 5 Library electronics SCSI ID 0 6310777 01 SCSI Port O SCSI Port N SCSI Port M SCSI Port K SCSI Port P SCSI Port L SCSI Port J SCSI Port I 6310773 04 6310773 04 6310773 03 6310773 03 6310773 02 6310773 02 6310773 01 6310773 01 SCSI Port Q SCSI Port R 6310772 02 SCSI Port A SCSI Port B SCSI Port C Drive Column 0 Tape drive Drive position 0 SCSI ID 2 Tape drive Drive position 1 SCSI ID 3 Tape drive Drive position 2 SCSI ID 4 Tape drive Drive position 3 SCSI ID 5 Tape drive Drive position 4 SCSI ID 2 Tape dr
37. cal connection to power IEC 320 C19 male connector inside back door Climatic Environment Temperature Dry Bulb 15 C to 32 C 59 F to 90 F operating Wet bulb 25 C 77 F maximum Thermal transition 11 C per hour Temperature Dry bulb 40 C to 66 C 40 F to shipping and 151 F storage Wet bulb 46 C 115 F maximum Thermal transition 30 C 54 F per hour Relative Operating 20 to 80 non humidity condensing Shipping and storage 5 to 95 non condensing Electromagnetic Electrostatic Susceptibility Altitude Operating Sea Level to 10 000 ft 3 048 m Shipping and storage Sea Level to 12 000 ft 3 657 m Heat dissipation Operating 5500 BTU hr 1400 KCal hr or 1600 watts Direct ESD Contact discharge 2 0 4 0 6 0 8 0 kV to all external metal panels and doors Air discharge 2 0 4 0 6 0 8 0 10 0 12 0 15 0 kV to the front GUI display Indirect ESD Contact discharge 2 0 4 0 6 0 8 0 kV to the VCP Quantum ATL P3000 Series User s Guide Appendix A Library Specifications Environmental Specifications Radiated fields Unmodulated 27 MHz to 500 MHz per IEC 801 3 3V m Fast transients Data cables 0 5kV EFT or Burst per IEC801 4 Power cables 1 0kV Acoustical Noise Sound power Operating 8 10 Bel level Idle 7 83 Bel Sound pressure Operating 63db bystander Quantum ATL P3000 Series User s Guide 83 Appendix A
38. che non siano quelli specificati in questa documentazione pur causare rischi all incolumit delle persone Battery Statement CAUTION LET OP VAROITUS This product contains a Lithium battery The Dallas Semiconductor DS12B887 on the motherboard contains a Lithium battery Lithium may be considered a hazardous material Dispose of this battery in accordance with local state and federal laws Dit product bevat een lithiumbatterij De DS12B887 chip van Dallas Semiconductor op het moederbord bevat een lithiumbatterij Lithium kan als gevaarlijk materiaal worden beschouwd Werp de batterij weg in overeenstemming met de plaatselijke en landelijke milieuwetgeving T ss tuotteessa on litiumparisto Emolevyll oleva Dallas Semiconductor DS12B887 sis lt litiumpariston Litium saattaa olla luokiteltu vaaralliseksi aineeksi H vit t m paristo paikallisten lakien ja m r ysten mukaisesti Quantum ATL P3000 Series User s Guide 115 Appendix E Regulatory Statements Battery Statement ATTENTION ACHTUNG Attenzione PRECAUCION VARNING 116 Ce produit contient une batterie au lithium Le composant Dallas DS12B887 de la carte m re contient une batterie au lithium Le lithium peut tre consid r comme un produit dangereux Rejetez cette batterie selon les reglements locaux r gionaux ou f d raux Dieses Produkt enthalt eine Lithium Batterie Der Dallas Halbleiter DS12B887 auf der Hauptplatine e
39. d In Progress dialog box is displayed 2 If it becomes necessary to stop the Unload command press the Abort button Note The inventory process is also stopped if an error is detected In this case the GUI displays an error message 54 Quantum ATL P3000 Series User s Guide Chapter 4 Service Commands This chapter describes the Service screen commands of the library graphical user interface GUI Topics covered are e Opening the service screen e Changing passwords e Generating reports Warning Serious operational problems and data loss may occur if you do not fully understand the consequences of these commands The following service tasks are shown here are for explanation only and should not be carried out by anyone other than Quantum ATL trained personnel Testing the library e Initializing nonvolatile information Quantum ATL P3000 Series User s Guide 55 Chapter 4 Service Commands Opening the Service Screen Opening the Service Screen To open the Service screen 1 Press the Service tab Note The Service screen is restricted to individuals with Service level access privileges 2 The GUI displays a password screen see figure 29 Enter the correct service password to gain access to the Service screen see figure 31 The default service password is 5678 Note For information about changing passwords see Executing Either Command on page 64
40. d Port Figure 19 Rotating the Load Port Drum 38 For more information about these procedures refer to Installing Tape Cartridges on page 16 With the load port door open place the tape cartridges in any available load port magazine slot see figure 20 If the magazine is out of the load port load the tape cartridges into the magazine then load the magazine into the load port The proper orientation for tape cartridge insertion is shown in DLT SDLT Cartridges on page 17 and LTO Cartridges on page 19 Rotate the load port drum 180 so that the load port handle faces you see figure 19 Load port finger grip Warning Take care to keep fingers out of load port openings when opening or closing the load port door or when rotating the load port drum 5 Manually close the load port door by pushing the load port assembly so that it is flush with the front surface of the library You will hear a click when it locks into position Quantum ATL P3000 Series User s Guide Chapter 2 Basic Library Operations Inserting Tape Cartridges into the Load Port If Auto Load is enabled the library automatically moves the cartridges to available bins Inserting LTO Tape To insert an LTO cartridge Carriages 1 The two load port magazines used when LTO tape drives are present in the library are statio
41. d port shelf bin modules are used Up to 16 tape drives Figure 1 shows the storage bin load port bin and tape drive numbering conventions These conventions are used by the library GUI and the diagnostic software program Quantum ATL P3000 Series User s Guide 3 Chapter 1 Library Description Overview Figure 1 Bin Shelf Numbering Conventions DLT and or DLT and or LTO SDLT Lo Load Port Bin Numbers Dm HEH EDDD iw a Eeke TATIER Drive Bay 0 Drive Bay 8 Drive Bay 1 Drive Bay 9 RER E a 4 Besse Bess clr Drive Bay 2 Drive Bay 10 eae T kker A Toad ea Drive Bay 3 Drive Bay 11 er ae ee a SSS Uu Ceci J sce waren Drive Bay 4 Drive Bay 12 deke Kata m Lore kae e z F aoe ee eee Drive Bay 5 Drive Bay 13 dor sue eae aset Drive Bay 6 Drive Bay 14 Leok zoo zzo j d d d d d d d d Drive Bay 7 d d d Drive Bay 15 d d d d j d 7 d d H d D ya l La d2 dzl D ea yea A sor de zzl Cak
42. e Ie d y d 229 1 61 UC 293 WC 25 4 Quantum ATL P3000 Series User s Guide Chapter 1 Library Description Features and Benefits Features and Benefits The P3000 provides the following features and benefits High capacity high performance data storage and retrieval e The library may house up to 326 tape cartridges in configurations with up to 16 tape drives Expandable library configurations Up to five P2000 and or P3000 libraries can be joined together into one virtual library which enables tape cartridge sharing between libraries using Quantum ATL s Pass Through Mechanism PTM Access to future expandability and technology upgrades through Quantum ATL s Prism architecture e Prism architecture employs standard PCI bus technology to provide greater upgrade flexibility at reduced costs e This technology ensures compatibility with future on board technologies such as tape drive controllers high speed host and network interfaces as well as server and tape RAID Reliable versatile 120 240 volt AC auto switching power supplies Hot swappable redundant DC power supplies ensure library operations against power supply failure An optional advanced cooling system is available to prevent failures from overheating On line cartridge
43. e Drive sinecssicsscsnidiercsiianenntatsactnascnn 107 Unloading Cleaning Cartridges scciecdsinsissiacdisunasessceniaredcmcanssuonuae 107 Quantum ATL P3000 Series User s Guide Contents Appendix D Laser Regulations 109 IER i hice cess orendenabpsutypurtucberadenaaptaiunueancowerceeee 109 Product Conformation Label iisarsiineeiernsnpoaranersiontorintsapenienne 109 Laser Warning Label siusisciassidivssscitinacesisnatatdinsicoannnabiclancisbiecs 110 Exposure Warning Label jcssuriernerrnsosnsrcenserewseveevesnsiucaaniendenetier 110 Appendix E Regulatory Statements 111 Glossary 117 Quantum ATL P3000 Series User s Guide vii Contents viii Quantum ATL P3000 Series User s Guide Figure 1 Figure 2 Figure 3 Figure 4 Figure 5 Figure 6 Figure 7 Figure 8 Figure 9 Figure 10 Figure 11 Figure 12 Figure 13 Figure 14 Figure 15 Figure 16 Figures Bin Shelf Numbering Conventions cceeeeeeeeee 4 Cabinet Front View eege 7 Cabinet Back Panels snissicamannennaiosusrinetiirneeseerenestosinaaionay 8 GUI EE 9 Advanced Robotics System s sssssseeseeiseisssrsieseereriseeses 10 IDET PST Load RN 13 ETO Load Eeer tege 13 Inserting a Bar Code Label DLT SDLT 0 18 DLT and WE 19 tee 20 Cabling Configuration 16 Drive cee 22 EE EE 25 IEN 27 IEN 28 OVERVIEW SCRECM vipccstienvettiumcniesvigeiennesnisranacnionedbiinsuiiedes 30 Tape Drive Status E 31 Quantum ATL P3000 Series User s Guide ix Figures
44. e figure 6 The LTO load port uses two stationary 4 bin tape cartridge magazines see figure 7 Quantum ATL P3000 Series User s Guide Chapter 1 Library Description Library Components Figure 6 DLT SDLT Load Port Metal tab 3 6 bin A7 magazine DLT SDLT cartridge Metal tab Load port assembly Figure 7 LTO Load Be Port LTO A cartridge Stationary 4 bin magazine Z Load port e D assembly Quantum ATL P3000 Series User s Guide 13 Chapter 1 Library Description Library Components 14 Quantum ATL P3000 Series User s Guide Chapter 2 Basic Library Operations This chapter provides an overview of the graphical user interface GUI and describes the following basic library operating procedures Installing tape cartridges Preparing the library for operation Turning the library on and off Using the GUI Obtaining library status Changing the GUI security level Operating the load port Inserting tape cartridges Manually ejecting a cartridge Quantum ATL P3000 Series User s Guide 15 Chapter 2 Basic Library Operations Installing Tape Cartridges Installing Tape Cartridges To install tape cartridges 1 Label each cartridge 2 Set the write protect switch 3 Place cartridges in the fixed bins Caution Handle tape cartridges with care Do not drop or bang them o
45. e screen 56 H Horizontal carraige restraint 89 host initiated cleaning mode 99 Import only security level 33 Initialize Nonvolatile Memory Configuration command 64 Initialize Nonvolatile Memory Statistics command 64 Inserting tape cartridge 37 Installing tape cartridges 20 Quantum ATL P3000 Series User s Guide Inventory Tapes command 49 L Labels bar code 102 Leader tape cartridge 41 Library generating reports 58 relocating 85 Reports 62 Library controls back 28 contrast 28 forward 28 functions 28 home 28 load port 28 standby 28 stop 29 Library Status Information 26 Load port DLT SDLT 12 LTO 12 mixed media 8 36 removing tape cartridges 40 tape cartridge magazines 12 Load port area overview screen 31 Locked security level 33 LTO magazine 39 Magazine LTO 39 Magazine tape cartridge DLT SDLT 37 Index Mixed media gripper 11 load port 8 36 Mode Select command Command Mode Select 101 Move Cartridge command 50 54 73 Moving a cartridge 50 52 N Non volatile memory 64 Numbering conventions shelf bin 3 O Operator security level 33 Overview screen 29 activity area 31 drive reports 30 load port area 31 P Packing materials 88 Password 35 operator screen 44 service screen 56 service screen changing 57 Passwords default 29 Performance specifications 81 Prism architecture 5 R Relocating Quantum ATL P3000 Series U
46. eaning cartridge is incremented by one When the use count reaches the maximum allowable number of 20 in automatic cleaning mode the cleaning cartridge is moved to the load port A cleaning cartridge that is defective will have its number of uses set to 20 and the library will move it to the load port When a cleaning cartridge has been exported from the library all record of that cleaning cartridge is deleted The presence of cleaning cartridges results in the reporting of additional status information in response to host initiated Read Element Status commands This additional information is only present in automatic cleaning mode and is suppressed in host initiated cleaning mode The additional information may consist of the Except bit being set and the Additional Sense Code and Additional Sense Code Qualifier values being filled in as well as possible changes to the Access bit described below A storage element that contains a cleaning cartridge that is not used up has the Access bit set to 1 the Except bit set to 1 and the status set to Cleaning Cartridge Installed ASC 30 ASCQ 03 A storage element that contains a cleaning cartridge that is used up has the Access bit set to 1 the Except bit set to 1 and the status set to Operator Medium Removal Request ASC 5A ASCQ 01 A storage element that is empty but is the home location for a cleaning cartridge that is currently being used in a cleaning operation has the Access
47. een tab ABC1231L1 Caution LTO tape drive media cannot be degaussed due to the fact that it uses magnetic servos Do not attempt to degauss LTO tape drive media If this media is degaussed it will no longer work Place a tape cartridge in each fixed storage bin on the back wall of the library and on the inside of the front doors Be sure all cartridges are properly oriented with the barcode facing you and that they are fully seated in the bins Preparing the Library for Operation 20 To prepare the library for operation e Close the library doors and access panels e Connect the host workstations Quantum ATL P3000 Series User s Guide Closing the Library Doors and Access Panels Connecting Host Workstations Chapter 2 Basic Library Operations Preparing the Library for Operation The library has two front doors and three back access panels 1 Close and lock the front doors a Close one door and then the other b Turn the door latches to secure the doors to the library frame c Lower the latches over the door locks d Using the key from the accessory kit lock the latches in place 2 Close and lock the back access panels using a 5 32 hex wrench not provided Connect the SCSI cables and jumpers as shown in the applicable figures Note Quantum ATL ships sufficient SCSI cables and terminators with this library to set up two drives per SCSI bus as well as adequate SCSI jumper ca
48. el 1 Press the Inventory Tapes button in the Operator screen The GUI displays a Command In Progress screen Quantum ATL P3000 Series User s Guide 49 Chapter 3 Operator Commands Moving Cartridges 2 Press the Abort button to stop continuous running of the inventory process otherwise the process will continue until all storage elements have been inventoried Note The inventory process is also stopped if an error is detected In this case the GUI displays an error message Moving Cartridges The Move Cartridges command allows you to move any tape cartridge in the library to the destination you specify This destination can be a storage bin a tape drive the load port or the gripper Note To move a cartridge from a tape drive issue an Unload d Drive command as explained in Unloading a Drive To move a cartridge 1 Inthe Operator screen press the Move Cartridges button The GUI displays the Control Move Cartridges screen with the Source input field active see figure 27 50 Quantum ATL P3000 Series User s Guide Chapter 3 Operator Commands Moving Cartridges Figure 27 Control Backspace button Move Cartridges Use this button to erase a partial Screen entry character by character About lt Ho Back oc gt Forward Quantum ATL Overview ET System 1 2 Off line L Ws 4 d Standby Source Storage Bin 5 6 Load Port Destination Drive Lsl 17 Load Port
49. elect 35 standby 28 stop 29 Index unload 40 CG Calibrate All PTMs command 68 Cartridges DLT SDLT 17 Cleaning modes 99 automatic drive 100 diagnostic software 100 drive 99 host 99 Command Calibrate All PTMs 68 Configure Library 45 Configure Multi Unit 67 Configure Options 47 48 Initialize Nonvolatile Memory Configuration 64 Initialize Nonvolatile Memory Statistics 64 Quantum ATL P3000 Series User s Guide 123 Index 124 Inventory Tapes command 49 Move Cartridge 54 73 Move Cartridges 50 SysTest 62 Unload Drive 52 Unload Imp Exp 53 Configure Library command 45 Configure Multi Unit command 67 Configure Options command 47 4 52 Identity Mode 48 Auto Inventory 48 AutoClean 47 Bar Code Labels 48 Power On 47 Power On Security 48 Retries 48 Temp Detection 48 Configuring library 45 47 library options 47 Controls library 28 D Diagnostic software cleaning modes 100 Drive cleaning modes Selecting from control panel 101 Drive reports 30 Drive status screen 31 E Fjecting tape cartridge 40 Environmental specifications acoustical noise 83 climatic environment 82 electromagnetic electrostatic susceptibility 82 physical environment 81 ESD precautions 16 Extension axis restraints 87 G Gripper assembly 90 mixed media 11 restraint 90 GUI activity time out 35 overview screen 29 parts of 9 screens overview 24 security levels 33 servic
50. element to clear the transport element If an unrecoverable error occurs during the movement of a cleaning cartridge that prevents a subsequent host initiated command from completing a check condition is set in the returned status byte and a subsequent Request Sense returns the appropriate error code Unloading Cleaning Cartridges When each cleaning operation is completed the library moves all cleaning cartridges that have been marked as used up to the load port Quantum ATL P3000 Series User s Guide 107 Appendix C Automatic Drive Cleaning Unloading Cleaning Cartridges 108 Quantum ATL P3000 Series User s Guide Appendix D Laser Regulations This appendix displays regulations for the Class II laser bar code scanner used by the gripper assembly in the P3000 These regulations are defined in the following figures e Label product conformation e Laser light warning labels e Exposure warning label Laser Regulation Labels Product The product conformation label is on the back panel of the library Conformation see figure 51 Label Figure 51 Product E PRODUCT CONFORMS TO USA DHHSS 21CRFR SUBCHAPTER J Quantum ATL P3000 Series User s Guide 109 Appendix D Laser Regulations Laser Regulation Labels Laser Warning The laser light warning label is near the laser see figure 52 Label Figure 52 Laser Light Warning Label CAUTION STARE LASERLIGHT EAM DO NOT 670NM
51. en en lt 0 Back oc gt Forward vn Home los QuantumlATL Operator Service System Enter Password lt j 2 Off line 3 4 d Standby 5 6 Load Port Enter Password _ aie A 9 0 O Enter 66 Quantum ATL P3000 Series User s Guide Chapter 5 Multi Unit Commands Configure Multi Units P2000 P3000 Figure 38 Multi Unit Screen lt So Back oc gt Forward in Home e o gt About QuantumlATL Operator Service System Off line dh Standby Load Port Multi Unit Configure Multi Unit Calibrate All PTMs Configure Multi Units P2000 P3000 The Configure Multi Unit command allows you to set the following e Library Unit field sets whether the library is single slave or master in the multi unit configuration e Library Unit field sets the number assigned to a particular library in the multi unit configuration Libraries are numbered left to right beginning with 0 and ending with 4 s of Libraries field sets the total number of libraries in the multi unit configuration e LUN Config field this option will always be set to Single LUN To configure a Multi Unit Library option 1 Inthe Multi Unit screen press the Configure Multi Unit button The GUI displays the Configure Multi Unit screen see figure 39 Quantum ATL P3000 Series User s Guide 67 Chapter 5 Multi Unit Commands Calibrating the Libraries in a Multi Unit Configuration Figure 39 Configure Multi
52. en anywhere in the Drives area to display the Tape 30 Quantum ATL P3000 Series User s Guide Figure 16 Tape Drive Status Screen Chapter 2 Basic Library Operations Obtaining Library Status Drive Status screen see figure 16 Use the arrow buttons at the bottom of the screen to scroll to the desired drive DEA Back o gt Forward NX Home 4 0 gt Quantum ATL Overview IEJ Operator Service System Off line Tape Drive Status D03 mm Ready OBERES ANF 123 m Compression ON Prevent OFF Cleaning Required OFF Load Port Write Protect OFF Cleaning Requested OFF Tape Remain 033729 MB DLT 8000 SCSI ID 05 Compr Ratio R N A CompacTape IV 35 70 Gb Compr Ratio W N A Drive Code Rev 000037 Clean Cart Loads 0000005 Controller Code Rev 96 Hrs Since Cleaned 00326 S N JF71100038 Clean Tape Used 000 times To return to the Overview screen press the screen anywhere in the Tape Drive Status box Activity The Activity area shows the source element the transport medium and the destination element involved in the activity the current location of the tape cartridge and the progress of the activity Load Port The Load Port area identifies tape cartridges currently stored in either magazine in the load port Use the arrow button to view contents not currently displayed Quantum ATL P3000 Series User s Guide 31 Chapter 2 Basic Library Operations Obtaining Library Status Tapes Screen
53. etting the Write Protect Switch Each tape cartridge has a write protect switch similar to that shown in figure 9 This switch determines whether new data can be written to the cartridge write enabled or whether data on the cartridge is protected from being erased or overwritten write protected Proper Insertion Orientation Refer to figure 9 for proper label placement write protection settings and insertion orientation Quantum ATL P3000 Series User s Guide Figure 9 DLT and SDLT Cartridges LTO Cartridges Chapter 2 Basic Library Operations Installing Tape Cartridges N Insert this end into the bin Barcode label Orange Write window Y protect enable H N DLT cartridge shown Slide left Slide right default LTO tape cartridges are different in size to the DLT SDLT cartridges as well as in the barcode labeling and write protect switch setting Adhesive backed bar code labels are used on LTO tape cartridges Refer to figure 10 for proper label placement write protection settings and insertion orientation Quantum ATL P3000 Series User s Guide 19 Chapter 2 Basic Library Operations Preparing the Library for Operation Figure 10 LTO Cartridge Placing Tape Cartridges in the Library Insert this end into the bin Write Protect Switch Insertion arrow Slide left default Write enable Write protect Slide right UA z
54. exchanges load port with two removable 6 cartridge magazines for easy insertion of cartridges without interrupting library operations Easy serviceability and manageability e Hot swappable drives DC power supplies and fans enable field service engineers to make repairs without taking the library off line Quantum ATL P3000 Series User s Guide 5 Chapter 1 Library Description Library Components e Easy access and replacement of critical components e A user friendly GUI provides a wide range of configuration and service related functions e WebAdmin provides library access through the Internet Library Components The P3000 consists of these major components e Cabinet e GUI s Intelligrip mixed media CHM e Mixed media tape drives DLT and SDLT or DLT and LTO e Load port Cabinet The cabinet houses all library components including e CHM e Storage bins e Control electronics e Power supply and distribution equipment e Fan modules e Tape drives You can access these components to monitor and control library operation through the front doors and back panels of the library cabinet 6 Quantum ATL P3000 Series User s Guide Front Panel Chapter 1 Library Description Library Components The front of the library cabinet see figure 2 provides the following e Two front doors provide easy access to the CHM and the storage array e The viewing window makes it possible to visually monitor libr
55. hdlt Einen Laser Der Kategorie II Laserstrahlen Der Strichcode scanner Gibt Laserstrahlen aus VERMEIDEN SIE jeden Blickkontakt und direkten kvrperlichen Kontakt mit diesen Strahlen VORSICHT Ein nicht ordnungsgemd_er siehe hier enthaltene Anweisungen Einsatz bzw Dnderungen der Betriebsleistung kvnnen einen gesundheitsgefdhrdenden Kontakt zur Folge haben ATTENTION Ce produit met de la classe laser II Rayonnement laser NE PAS fixer des yeux le rayon Eviter les expositions Le rayonnement laser est mis a partir du lecteur optique de code barre ATTENTION L utilisation de contr les ou d ajustements de performance des proc dures autres que ceux indiqu s ici peut entrainer une exposition dangereuse ATENCION Este producto contiene laser de clase II Luz de laser NO mire el rayo Evite el contacto con la luz la luz de laser se emite desde el explorador de c digo de barras Quantum ATL P3000 Series User s Guide Luokan 1 Laserlaite Appendix E Regulatory Statements Battery Statement ATENCION El uso de los controles o ajustes para realizar procedimientos que no son especificados puede provocar una situacion peligrosa ATTENZIONE Questo prodotto emette una luce laser di Classe II NON guardare il facsio di luce ed evitare di esporsi alla fonte del laser Il fascio di luce laser h emesso dal dispositivo di scansione del codice a barre ATTENZIONE L uso di comandi o regolazioni per eseguire le procedure
56. he Password screen appears see figure 18 2 Press the desired security level button Service Operator User Import Only or Locked Quantum ATL P3000 Series User s Guide Chapter 2 Basic Library Operations Changing the GUI Security Levels Figure 18 Password Screen lt 0 Back oc gt Forward Home so gt A Q Operator Tapes System Enter Password a i S Off line 3 4 di Standby 5 6 Load Port Enter Password _ 7 EE of Il 3 Enter a password if necessary About uantum ATL A password is required to enter a higher security level than the current level 4 Press the Select button A screen appears indicating that the new security level has been set successfully 5 Press Okay The lock icon displays the new security level S O U I or L Note This procedure is especially useful to change from Operator or Service levels to the User level after executing an Operator or Service level command Note If the GUI is accessed from the Service S or Operator O level and no activity has occurred for 15 minutes the GUI will return to the initial screen see figure 12 Quantum ATL P3000 Series User s Guide 35 Chapter 2 Basic Library Operations Operating the Load Port Operating the Load Port Removing Installing a Tape Cartridge Magazine 36 After pressing the Load Port button on the GUI the library will release the lock on the load port you will hea
57. ibrary Restart the host and the library If the host and library still are not communicating contact a field service engineer A cable or Reconnect the cable or terminator according to the guidelines found in terminator is disconnected from the SCSI bulkhead the cabling section in Connecting Host Workstations on page 21 of this guide A tape cartridge tape medium is reported not present This indicates that the gripper could not sense a tape cartridge in a particular storage bin even though the inventory reports that it is present Check to see if the designated cartridge is present If it is make sure it is properly seated For a tape drive make sure the cartridge is completely unloaded Then retry the command If the error persists contact a field service engineer A move command failed Check the source and destination bins The source bin should hold the cartridge to be moved the destination bin should be empty Make sure the gripper is empty and all actuators are free of obstruction Also make sure the library is on line and the Stop button is released Retry the command A flash memory error is reported Contact a field service engineer Quantum ATL P3000 Series User s Guide 75 Chapter 6 Troubleshooting Common Problems and So Problem A maximum temperature exceeded warning is displayed lutions Corrective Action Turn off the library and allow it to cool down Lower
58. iersresesesresreresess 48 Performing an NEE 49 Moving Cartridges esisiini d a 50 Unloading a Drive titten deen 52 Unloading the Load tegeeeueuteetetreueut ereb esrecbiurregdiaereeate aere 53 Quantum ATL P3000 Series User s Guide Chapter 4 Chapter 5 Chapter 6 Appendix A Service Commands Opening the Service SCHCSIL seiacccscicinaeiieiesictncnpestcnencasnnieed Changing Passwords E If You Lose a Password s esseesesssseresiesesesresierereereses Generating RepoftS eegene eii ieaiai arik Generating Any Service Report sssesssesssseresereseereren Testing the E Performing a System Test Initializing Non Volatile Information sssssssssss1ss1ss1002 Executing Either Commande Multi Unit Commands Opening the Multi Unit Screen saiicicsscssnseccssnassctaansesesiinenn Configure Multi Units P2000 BOU Calibrating the Libraries in a Multi Unit Configuration Troubleshooting Common Problems and Solutions cccccsseeeseeeeeees Start up Problems ssesesssessssssesessssssssesessssssesesesessesessse GUI Probleme Robotics Probleme Operating ET Tape RE Tape Drive LED Conditions Library Specifications Physical Characteristics cistsssscissivdeciasashanctseswetsatiastiecasnines Performance and Reliability Characteristics 00 Environmental Specifications scvsssisscscsnessasscsianassnsdvonevecsivance Quantum ATL P3000 Series User s Guide Contents Contents Append
59. ile the library is off line When an inventory is performed after power up or a transition from off line to on line all cartridges are scanned and identified Each cleaning cartridge is checked for a previous record of location and use Cartridges that remain in previous locations retain their previous usage information If previous records do not show a cleaning cartridge with the same bar code at a given location the library checks if a cleaning cartridge with the same bar code label was previously located at another location and is not currently at that other location If so the library assumes that it is the same cleaning cartridge that was manually moved and retains all cleaning cartridge information If the library cannot locate a previous record for the cleaning cartridge it assumes the cleaning cartridge is new and creates a new record for it The library maintains a usage history for each cleaning cartridge within the library The usage history is a count of the number of times the cleaning cartridge was used to clean a drive When a cleaning cartridge has been identified and imported into the library the usage history for that cleaning cartridge is initialized and set to zero 0 Quantum ATL P3000 Series User s Guide 103 Appendix C Automatic Drive Cleaning Cleaning Cartridges Element Status Information 104 Each time a cleaning cartridge is removed from a drive by the robotics the use count for that cl
60. ine or Ott Jme ENEE 23 Turing Off the Library vecsanscacttssismctescevecssctancranctesansnetanansnsanenonae 23 Using the GUT ssastatnaadesssennvasionmedsoadintniansoenn betaine 24 Openinga SCrEEN sisne siirsin deite aiie aaie 26 Library Status Information sssssssssssssssssisrersississeseesresressssnessesses 26 Exiting a Sree a cccrotmcccnciascsanatecemnstessnnvasactdsed cceanseaitenohactoncunecsmeinnacts 27 Ee iinn ania ie 28 Obtaining Library Status ecivevssneypasvers vorscarsecrnns veanredadournerainnen Eege 29 EE 29 Jee EE 32 Changing the GUI Security Levels un 33 Securing the a DE 34 RE 36 Removing Installing a Tape Cartridge Magazine ss e 36 Loading a Tape Cartridge Magazines uereg zierragsrtgeusugndeg 37 Inserting Tape Cartridges into the Load Port 37 Inserting DLT and SDLT Tape Cartridges isc cccssssesnnncsencesssntdeen 37 Inserting LTO Tape Cartnid 268s ccsccsancctinieansdesiscisssactensentinn 39 Manually Ejecting a Tape Cartridge ENEE 40 IR RE E Ss oi inini ei e ie 40 Quantum SDLT and IBM Ultrium LTO Tape Drives 41 Operator Commands 43 Opening the Operator Screen s s sssessssesssiseesesrssresseresesresesrssresseresese 44 Config ring the LADP ANY siccpccssonriernesysetrvarsecrneswssnelovonvoned eier 45 SCSI ID Assignment Guidelines iis cxcasssavapen denorunidemnancciasyreteds 47 Configuring Library Options eege eegener 47 Configuring a Library Option ssssssessssesssissesesrss
61. ing the Service screen for generating reports and testing the library e Chapter 5 Multi Unit Commands discusses the commands available through the Multi Unit screen of the GUI These commands allow multi unit configuration and calibration e The Appendixes provide library specifications relocation and repacking instructions automatic drive cleaning instructions laser regulations and regulatory statements This manual uses the following conventions Caution Caution indicates potential hazards to equipment or data Warning Warning indicates potential hazards to personal safety Note Note emphasizes important information related to the main topic Quantum ATL P3000 Series User s Guide This manual uses the following conventions e Right side of the library Refers to the right side as you face the component being described s Left side of the library Refers to the left side as you face the component being described e b All binary numbers are succeeded by b e h All hexadecimal numbers are succeeded by h e Error or attention conditions are represented in parenthesis that translate as follows SK S ASC AA ASCO QQ where S hexadecimal sense key value AA hexadecimal additional sense code QQ hexadecimal additional sense code qualifierer Related Documents Document No Document Title Document
62. ipper restraint should now be parallel to the follower guide c Slide the gripper assembly and gripper restraint toward the vertical axis see figure 46 and figure 47 90 Quantum ATL P3000 Series User s Guide Appendix B Relocating the Library Preparing the Library for Relocation Figure 45 Pivoting Gripper Restraint into Position Gripper restraint Pivot into position to interlock components Follower guide Gripper assembly fully extended bn Figure 46 Gripper Restraint in Position Push gripper assembly Gripper restraint and gripper restraint Follower guide Gripper assembly fully extended Quantum ATL P3000 Series User s Guide 91 Appendix B Relocating the Library Preparing the Library for Relocation Figure 47 Installing Slide gripper restraint the Gripper Restraint and gripper assembly Follower guide d Install the screw that secures the gripper restraint to the belt clamp see figure 48 Figure 48 Installing the Gripper Restraint Screw ass Bo IZ EA i Ze AX 92 Quantum ATL P3000 Series User s Guide Load Port Shipping Plate Disconnecting Library Cables Appendix B Relocating the Library Preparing the Library for Relocation The load port is located in the right front door of the library a Attach the cardboard and shipping plate to the load port b Insert the bolts and washers that secure the plate to the load port and secure them
63. ive Drive position 5 SCSI ID 3 Tape drive Drive position 6 SCSI ID 4 Tape drive Drive position 7 SCSI ID 5 0415619 SCSI diff terminators 8 PLS SCSI Port D i SCSI Port E SCSI Port F SCSI Port G SCSI Port H 6310773 04 6310773 04 6310773 03 6310773 03 6310773 02 6310773 02 6310773 01 6310773 01 Quantum ATL P3000 Series User s Guide 6310772 01 8 PLS J Chapter 2 Basic Library Operations Turning the Library On and Off Turning the Library On and Off Turning On the Library Placing the Library On line or Off line Turning Off the Library This section explains how to e Turn on the library e Place the library on line or off line e Turn off the library e Test the installation To turn on the library 1 Verify that e Power cables are firmly in place e All doors are closed 2 Turn on the power switch located behind the small sliding door below the GUI 3 After several seconds verify that the current state of the library System On line or System Off line appears in the System State display on the GUI see figure 12 With the library turned on press the Standby button on the GUI Pressing the Standby button toggles the library between on line and off line states To turn off the library 1 Place the library off line by pressing the Standby button The library robotics completes any current commands and then stops 2
64. ix B Appendix C vi Relocating the Library 85 Checking the New Installation Gate 86 Preparing the Library for Relocation iscccuise snarsanincssvetensinonspnnieonseneys 86 Removing Tape Cartridges cuss caisussctisesiactissccsatenaciancsancssnsbentens 87 Installing Shipping Restraints and Backen 87 Load Port Shipping EE E 93 Disconnecting Library Cables cs sscisacieestosesenivexieateuspotivennsnaieeninetes 93 Crating the E 94 Preparing the Library for Operation sciic ccsiveessonrssiwsnsneeserveensonrscryyoneen 98 Automatic Drive Cleaning 99 Drive eelere cen 99 Host Initiated Cleaning Mode sacs sarsecsossreatvedsneprnisserveensounreaivanees 99 Automatic Drive Cleaning Mode ENEE 100 Selection E 100 KEE 100 UIT EE 101 Mode Select Command E 101 Reporting of Cleaning Macle1teeen eretkdreenkdeuergrsteggkiErekte eeu e 101 KEE 101 Mode Sense Command icisesiswwnceanstcicenirdsaudiceninncninn 102 Cleaning Cartridges cass cserseatinnrsarsevrveyieaines soourarveaenunasienienspentappetendoriet 102 KEE 102 lee EE 102 Storage ard Tracking ierisinde 103 Monitoring SAS sssi ennnen na r i 103 Element Status Information secon ciessinedsdsaceosheacaoscederetavicencrndoeonviades 104 Monitoring th Drives a cssincnrscrsincauphastersmacencnnseunttauniuenaianwses 105 Media Movement to the Drive iisccssskscassnassexesineesnimncsasnsineransnineantcae 105 Supervising the Drive Cleaning Operation ssssssessesseseereseesres 106 Media Movement from th
65. l Horizontal task bar task bar one 30 Back o gt Forward AN Home Ei gt Quantum ATL g Overview Operator gt System state System display Off line Standby _ PERS Ou a nt u m ATL Load Port Security indicator switch Main display area The horizontal taskbar provides left and right arrow buttons to scroll through the tabs for status configuration diagnostic and operating controls options The vertical taskbar provides various library controls e System state display indicates current tasks and requests in process Quantum ATL P3000 Series User s Guide 9 Chapter 1 Library Description Library Components IntelliGrip Mixed Media CHM Figure 5 Advanced Robotics System 10 e Standby takes the library off line or on line e Load port button submits request to the library to open the load port e Security level indicator shows locked on start up and initialization default e Stop button immediately removes power from the library robotics The CHM of the library consists of the following components e Mixed media gripper assembly e Vertical carriage assembly e Horizontal drive motor e Extension axis assembly Horizontal drive Mixed media motor gripper assembly a Vertical carriage assembly er Extension access assembly Quantum ATL P3000 Series User s Guide Tape Drives Table 4
66. left side of the GUI Quantum ATL P3000 Series User s Guide Chapter 2 Basic Library Operations Using the GUI e Company logo displays a company information screen when pressed as well as the application level and boot block level e System state display shows the current state of the library system on line system off line system stopped door open and so on e Lock icon shows the current security level at the GUI Five security levels are available service S operator O user U import only I and locked L Table 6 describes the attributes of each security level Figure 13 Library Company logo Status Indicators lt 0 Back oc gt Forward 4 Home al v About Quantum ATL Overview Tapes Operator gt System state System display Off line wm Quantum ATL P3000 Lock icon Exiting a Screen To exit any screen press the Back or Home button While the command is executing the GUI displays a Command In Progress dialog box with an Abort button Pressing Abort cancels the command and stops the ongoing operation After pressing Abort it is still necessary to press the Back button to exit the screen associated with the aborted command Quantum ATL P3000 Series User s Guide 27 Chapter 2 Basic Library Operations Using the GUI Library Controls Library controls are located along the top and left side of the GUI in the horizontal and vertical bars see figure 14 Figu
67. lues Press Okay to clear the message Robotics Table 9 describes corrective actions for robotics problems Problems Table 9 Robotics Problems Problem The robot does not move at power up Corrective Action Make sure that all internal packing materials and brackets have been removed Check the Stop and Standby buttons make sure the library is on line and the Stop button is disabled The gripper partially grips a tape cartridge Issue a Move Cartridge command to move the cartridge from the gripper to an empty storage bin The barcode reader on the gripper fails Verify that nothing obstructs the reader Then restart the library If the problem continues contact a field service engineer Quantum ATL P3000 Series User s Guide 73 Chapter 6 Troubleshooting Common Problems and Solutions Problem The robot times out or fails during an operation Corrective Action Check that the tape cartridge involved in the operation is properly positioned in the bin or drive and ready to be picked Check that the robot is not obstructed in any way Retry the operation If it still fails contact a field service engineer Misplaced cartridge Open the doors Inspect the suspect tape cartridge for damage Gently shake the cartridge If there are any sounds of loose pieces do not put the cartridge back in the library Retrieve the cartridge orient it properly and place the cartridge in an empty st
68. me 4 o amp About Feste Quantum ATL ES Overview Operator System Off line dh Standby Load Port Quantum ATL P3000 A U Table 5 lays out the various functions of the GUI Quantum ATL P3000 Series User s Guide 25 Chapter 2 Basic Library Operations Using the GUI Table 5 GUI Components Overview Tapes Screen Screen Operator Screen Service Screen Multi Unit Status display Inventory Configure Reports Configuration Tape drives display Configure Library Statistics Calibration 1 Tape Activity drives Configure Options Actuator Load port Storage Control e SysTest Results bins e Move Cartridges e Auto Clean e Load port Inventory Tapes e Tests e Transport Calibrate Library e SysTest Library aM e Unload Drive e Miscellaneous e Unload Imp Exp e Initialize CHM Nonvol Stats e Initialize Nonvol Config e Change Password These screens are password protected Opening a To open one of the four main screens touch the desired tab at the Screen top of the GUI The Overview and Tapes screens are accessible to Library Status Information 26 any user The Operator and Service screens require a password Once the desired screen appears on the GUI you can view information or press buttons to execute commands and open other screens Some information about the library firmware version security status and library status can be found on the
69. n password and security levels refer to Changing the GUI Security Levels on page 33 Obtaining Library Status Overview Screen The Overview and Tapes screens on the GUI provide library status The Overview screen displays a snapshot of the tape drive robot activity and load port inventory see figure 15 The Tapes screen displays the inventory of all elements in the library see figure 17 To display the Overview or Tapes screen press the appropriate tab on the GUI The Overview screen provides information for the following items e Drives e Activity e Load port Quantum ATL P3000 Series User s Guide 29 Chapter 2 Basic Library Operations Obtaining Library Status Figure 15 Overview Screen ao Back oc gt Forward 4 Home 10 7 Operator gt About Quantum ATL System Off line Drives Activity Load Pack DOO ml D02 Poo mm dh Standby ANF 120 emp ANF146 Ready Load Port Poi Um ANF147 POS am ANF148 Pos um ANF149 Cartridge Element present number N Element Ready Bar code number status Write enabled Compression enabled Drives The Drives area reports whether e A tape drive contains a tape cartridge e The tape cartridge is write enabled or write protected e Compression is enabled It also displays the bar code number of the cartridge For a more detailed screen showing an individual drive s status press the scre
70. nary and built into the load port They accommodate up to 8 LTO or DLT tape cartridges The magazines employ no loading mechanism unlike the DLT removeable magazines and tape cartridges are simply placed into the bins with the barcodes facing out and the write protect switch on the left see figure 20 Figure 20 LTO Tape Ba Cartridge Load Port gt Loadport m assembly A Write protect If Y switch Stationary magazine Quantum ATL P3000 Series User s Guide 39 Chapter 2 Basic Library Operations Manually Ejecting a Tape Cartridge Manually Ejecting a Tape Cartridge DLT Tape Drives Figure 21 DLT Tape Drive Front Bezel Example 40 To manually eject a tape cartridge from a DLT tape drives 1 Open one or both of the library front doors a f Press the Standby button on the GUI This places the library off line Verify that the display state display reads System Off line and that the robotics has stopped moving The off line state does not take effect until current commands are completed Take electrostatic discharge precautions as explained in Taking ESD Precautions on page 16 Using the key from the accessories kit unlock each door Lift each door handle straight up and then turn the handle counterclockwise to unlatch each door Gently pull on each door handle to open the door 2 P
71. nth lt eine Lithium Batterie Lithium gilt als speziell zu entsorgender Sonderm ll Bei der Entsorgung dieser Batterie m ssen die entsprechenden lokalen lander und bundesweiten Gesetze und Regelungen betreffend Sammel und Riickgabestellen beachtet werden Questo prodotto contiene una batteria al litio Il modulo Dallas Semiconductor DS12B887 contiene una batteria al litio sulla scheda madre Il litio pu essere considerato un materiale pericoloso Utilizzare questo tipo di batterie in accordo con le normative vigenti Este producto contiene una bater a de litio El modelo Dallas Semiconductor DS12B887 de la placa base contiene una bater a de litio El litio puede ser considerado un material peligroso Deseche la bater a conforme a la normativa vigente de aplicaci n Denna produkt inneh ller ett litiumbatteri Dallas Semiconductor DS12B887 p moderkortet inneh ller ett litiumbatteri Litium kan betraktas som ett milj farligt mne N r batteriet f rbrukats ska de lagar som g ller f r milj farligt avfall respekteras Quantum ATL P3000 Series User s Guide Glossary Antistatic mat A mat made of antistatic material which includes a cabled connection to ground at a wall receptacle ASC The Additional Sense Code is part of the SCSI 2 specification The additional sense code ASC field indicates further information related to the error or exception condition reported in the sense key field ASCQ_ Additional Sense Code Q
72. ntians do ecmeanneneniionsinnanest 80 Quantum ATL P3000 Series User s Guide xiii Tables xiv Table 15 Performance Characteristics Table16 Reliability Characteristics Table 17 Environmental Specifications Quantum ATL P3000 Series User s Guide Preface This manual introduces the Quantum ATL P3000 Series library P3000 and discusses e Library operations e Configuration e Calibration e Servicing and e Basic troubleshooting Audience This manual is written for library operators and field service engineers Purpose This document provides information about the P3000 including e Description e Basic library operations e Operator commands e Service commands e Miulti unit commands Quantum ATL P3000 Series User s Guide XV Document Organization Notational Conventions xvi Following is a brief description of chapter contents e Chapter 1 Library Description provides an overview of the library and orients the operator or field service engineer to the numbering conventions for bins and tape drives e Chapter 2 Basic Library Operations provides an overview of the library GUI and introduces the operator to the basic procedures for placing the library on line e Chapter 3 Operator Commands provides an overview of the library GUI and introduces the operator to the basic procedures for placing the library on line e Chapter 4 Service Commands discusses us
73. ommand sets for magnetic and optical disks tapes printers processors CD ROMs scanners medium changers and communication devices SDLT Super Digital Linear Tape is a Quantum tape drive and tape cartridge specification offered in three ranges of capacity and transfer rates for workgroup mid range and enterprise needs Take up leader The ring at the beginning of a tape in a cartridge Tape drive controllers A device that controls the transfer of data from a host to a tape drive and vice versa Terabyte A unit of measure for digital data equal to approximately 1 000 gigabytes or 1 099 511 627 776 bytes Terminator Special electrical resistors terminators are installed in the SCSI devices at each end of the SCSI bus and are not installed in other devices on the bus The SCSI bus must be properly terminated at both ends so that commands and data can be transmitted to and from all devices on the bus WebAdmin is the first software package allowing remote library administration using a Java enabled browser WebAdmin provides system administrators the freedom to access their tape libraries from within an intranet or anywhere on the World Wide Web Quantum ATL P3000 Series User s Guide A Auto Load 39 Automatic drive cleaning mode 100 B Bar code label labeling DLT SDLT cartridges 17 labeling LTO cartridges 19 Bar code labels 102 Button back 28 contrast 28 forward 28 home 28 load port 28 s
74. on The GUI dispays the Configure Library Settings screen see figure 25 Figure 25 Configure Library Settings 20 Back oc gt Forward en Home Q gt v About EE E erore Eo E Screen Quantum ATL Overview Tapes System Configure Library Settings Off line d Standby Model 64xxxxx Bins 679 Load Port Drives 8 Device Library Select SCSI ID 0 D lv Change i ES 46 Quantum ATL P3000 Series User s Guide SCSI ID Assignment Guidelines Chapter 3 Operator Commands Configuring Library Options 3 Press the Select button until you highlight the setting you want to change 4 Using the arrow buttons scroll through available values for the setting 5 Press the Change button to accept the new value 6 Repeat steps 3 through 5 to make other changes 7 Press the Back button to return to the Configure Library screen The options you selected are now part of the library configuration When selecting SCSI ID numbers each SCSI device on the same bus must have a unique number from 0 to 15 SCSI devices include the library robotics the host computer the library tape drives internal and external hard disk drives and so on If you set up the library with multiple SCSI buses you can assign the same number to two or more devices provided each device is on a different SCSI bus Note Power must be cycled for the new SCSI ID number to become effective
75. orage bin Do not try to place the cartridge in the gripper Perform an inventory see Performing an Inventory on page 49 If the operator manually places a cartridge in an empty bin he must then run an inventory so the library records the position of the manually placed cartridge A cartridge is in the gripper at start up when a move command is requested or after a place command is executed Open the front doors Manually remove the cartridge from the gripper and place it in an empty bin Perform an inventory see Performing an Inventory on page 49 If the operator manually places a cartridge in an empty bin he must then run an inventory so the library records the position of the manually placed cartridge The gripper does not have a cartridge after completing a pick command Make sure a cartridge can be found in the source location Retry the command If the pick operation fails again contact a field service engineer 74 Quantum ATL P3000 Series User s Guide Operating Problems Table 10 Problems During Library Operation Problem The host computer Chapter 6 Troubleshooting Common Problems and Solutions Table 10 describes the corrective action for problems which occur during library operation Corrective Action This may be a SCSI bus time out or a premature disconnect problem ge ER Ee Check cable connections cable length SCSI addresses and termination with the l
76. ppropriate error such as Transfer Element Full Since the drive still indicates that it needs cleaning a new drive cleaning operation is attempted If a library initiated cleaning cartridge movement is in progress and the host issues a command that requires the use of the transport the host initiated command is held until the library initiated movement is completed If an error occurs with the library initiated movement the host initiated command is processed following the error If a subsequent error occurs a check condition will be set in the returned status byte and a subsequent Request Sense will return the appropriate error code Quantum ATL P3000 Series User s Guide 105 Appendix C Automatic Drive Cleaning Supervising the Drive Cleaning Operation If the host attempts to move a cartridge to a cleaning cartridge s home location while the cleaning cartridge is being used ina cleaning operation the Move Medium command fails a check condition is set in the returned status byte and a subsequent Request Sense returns a Cleaning Cartridge Installed status SK 5 ASC 30 ASCQ 03 The cleaning cartridge s original location is not available until either the library determines that the cleaning cartridge s location is empty with an Initialize Element Status or the library moves the cleaning cartridge to a different storage element Supervising the Drive Cleaning Operation 106 When a cleaning cartridge is placed into a drive
77. r 800 284 5101 Asia Pacific Rim International Code 61 7 3862 4834 Europe Middle East Africa International Code 44 0 1256 848748 Send faxes for the Customer Support Department to North South America 949 725 2176 Asia Pacific Rim International Code 61 7 3862 4677 Europe Middle East Africa International Code 44 0 1256 848777 Send e mail for the Customer Support Department to North South America helpdesk atlp com Asia Pacific Rim ATL helpdesk apac atlp com Europe Middle East Africa ukhelpdesk atlp com Quantum ATL P3000 Series User s Guide xix XX Quantum ATL P3000 Series User s Guide This Chapter 1 Library Description chapter describes the P3000 and its components The chapter consists of e Overview e Features and benefits e Library components Overview Cabinet GUI IntelliGrip mixed media cartridge handling mechanism CHM Tape drives Mixed media load port The P3000 is an automated storage and retrieval library that may consi st of up to 16 tape drives and up to 326 cartridges Quantum ATL P3000 Series User s Guide 1 Chapter 1 Library Description Overview Tape drive choices include the e Quantum DLT 8000 HVD and LVD e IBM LTO Ultrium T200 LVD only or e Quantum SDLT HVD and LVD Throughput capabilties for these drives are e 6 MB sec e 20 MB sec e 16 MB sec respectively Library Models The P3000 comprises four models that support a wide
78. r an audible click The GUI displays Wait Open Load Port Pull on the load port s handle The load port pulls outward about an inch to its unlocked position which allows its interior drum to be rotated 180 for magazine loading or unloading Warning Opening or closing the load port door presents mechanical hazards Use both hands to pull or push the load port finger grip and use the top and bottom surfaces of the load port drum to keep fingers out of load port openings when rotating the load port drum see figure 19 After loading or unloading the magazines rotate the load port back 180 and push the load port handle to lock the load port into position Note The mixed media load port used with LTO tape cartidges has two stationary 4 cartridge magazines built into the load port unlike the two removable 6 cartridge magazines used with DLT and SDLT tape cartridges If the library contains both DLT and LTO tape drives the stationary magazines are used in the load port To remove a DLT SDLT magazine from the load port press up on the metal tab at the upper right corner of the load port bay Rotate the magazine handle from the top of the magazine toward you and pull the magazine from the loadport Reverse this procedure to install a magazine see figure 6 on page 13 Quantum ATL P3000 Series User s Guide Loading a Tape Cartridge Magazine Chapter 2 Basic Library Operations Inse
79. r place them near sources of electromagnetic interference Rough handling can displace the tape leader making the cartridge unusable and potentially hazardous to the tape drives Taking ESD Components within the P3000 contain static sensitive parts To Precautions prevent damage to these parts while performing installation maintenance or replacement procedures observe the following precautions s Keep the library turned off during all installation maintenance and replacement procedures Note Hosts without a direct SCSI interface require external communications bus converters s Keep the library power cord connected to a grounded power outlet except when working with AC electrical components Warning Avoid contact with the power supplies EMI filter and all other AC electrical components while the library is connected to a power outlet 16 Quantum ATL P3000 Series User s Guide DLT SDLT Cartridges Chapter 2 Basic Library Operations Installing Tape Cartridges Use an antistatic wrist strap when touching internal library components To use the wrist strap properly place the band around your wrist and attach the clip to the library frame Keep the strap on until you are ready to close the library doors Keep static sensitive parts in their shipping containers until ready for installation Do not place static sensitive parts on any metal surface If you need to put
80. range of storage and performance requirements The P3000 can be configured with up to 16 tape drives and up to 170 or 326 tape cartridge bins Table 1 Performance i Characteristics Using P3000 Model drives bins 16 326 DLT 8000 Tape Drives Capacity in Terabytes TB 40 GB per cartridge 13 04 Throughput GB hr based on 6 MB sec transfer rate 346 Table 2 Performance Characteristics Using IBM LTO Ultrium Tape Drives Capacity in Terabytes TB 100 GB per cartridge 32 60 P3000 Model drives bins 16 326 Throughput GB hr based on 15 MB sec transfer rate 864 2 Quantum ATL P3000 Series User s Guide Table 3 Performance Characteristics Using Quantum SDLT Tape Drives Shelf Bin Numbering Conventions Chapter 1 Library Description Overview P3000 Model drives bins 16 326 Capacity in Terabytes TB 110 GB per cartridge 35 86 Throughput GB hr based on 16 MB sec transfer rate 922 The library stores tape cartridges in the following locations 170 storage bins on back wall Up to 96 shelf bins on inside of left door Up to 60 shelf bins on inside of right door One load port e 8shelf bins two stationary LTO load port shelf bin modules 4 shelf bins each are built into the load port assembly e 12 shelf bins DLT and SDLT tape cartridges use two removeable 6 cartridge magazines e If the library is configured with both DLT and LTO tape drives stationary LTO loa
81. re 14 Library Controls Back TI Home Contrast lt 20 Back oz Forward Home 410 gt About Overview Operator ES Quantum ATL System Off line Standby button Load Port Load Port button Quantum ATL P3000 These controls function as follows e Home button returns to the home initial screen Forward button moves forward screen by screen through previous selections e Back button moves backward screen by screen through previous selections e Contrast buttons adjust the contrast of the GUI screen e Standby button toggles the library between on line and off line states e Load Port button releases and locks the load port door If the load port is locked in the closed position pressing this button releases the load port and then locks the door If the load port is 28 Quantum ATL P3000 Series User s Guide Chapter 2 Basic Library Operations Obtaining Library Status locked in the open position pressing this button unlocks the load port allowing you to rotate the load port to the closed position where it automatically locks e Stop button halts library activity immediately by cutting power to library robotics Pressing the Stop button a second time restores power to library robotics Note The default passwords are e Service 5678 e Operator 1234 e User 2222 e Import Only 1111 For more information o
82. ress the Unload button on the drive see figure 21 When you press Unload the tape cartridge rewinds This may take between 10 to 120 seconds When the rewind process is completed the Operate Handle indicator comes on 000000 o Unload button Insert release handle shown in up position Quantum ATL P3000 Series User s Guide Chapter 2 Basic Library Operations Manually Ejecting a Tape Cartridge 3 When the Operate Handle indicator comes on raise the insert release handle to eject the tape cartridge Note Place your finger approximately 1 4 of an inch in front of the drive s cartridge opening to ensure that the cartridge does not drop when ejected Caution Pause for at least 3 seconds then grasp the tape cartridge and slowly pull it half way out of the drive Caution If the tape cartridge leader failed to detach from the take up leader push the tape cartridge all of the way back into the drive press down the insert release handle and return to step 2 Otherwise continue to step 5 4 Pull the tape cartridge completely out of the drive 5 Close and lock the library doors Quantum SDLT To manually eject a tape cartridge from Quantum SDLT and IBM and IBM Ultrium Ultrium LTO T200 tape drives LTO Tape Drives 1 Refer to Steps 1a 1f under DLT Tape Drives on page 40 2 Press the Unload button on the drive The Unload button works the same as a soft
83. rting Tape Cartridges into the Load Port The magazine used with DLT SDLT tape cartridges have keyed bins to prevent improper cartridge insertions They are equipped with spring loaded mechanisms to capture or release a tape cartridge To insert a tape cartridge push it into the magazine s bin until you here a click and the metal tab at the left side of the bin pops out To remove a tape cartridge gently push the cartridge all the way into the bin then release The cartridge will be partially ejected making it easy to remove Inserting Tape Cartridges into the Load Port Inserting DLT and SDLT Tape Cartridges This section explains how to insert tape cartridges using the load port mechanism Caution Do not use Compaclape I Compaclape II or Compaclape IIIXT cartridges in this library DLT SDLT tape cartridges are inserted into two removeable 6 cartridge magazines as shown in figure 6 on page 13 Tape cartridges may be loaded to or unloaded from a magazine with the magazine in or out of the library To insert a DLT tape cartridge into a magazine Note To move cartridges to the load port for removal refer to Moving Cartridges on page 50 1 Prepare the tape cartridges to be inserted by affixing a bar code label and write protecting or write enabling each cartridge as desired Quantum ATL P3000 Series User s Guide 37 Chapter 2 Basic Library Operations Inserting Tape Cartridges into the Loa
84. s DLT and SDLT tape drives HVD or LVD Mixed media gripper A specialized gripper assembly which will accept DLT SDLT or LTO tape cartridges MSBF Mean Swaps Before Failure MTBF Mean Time Between Failures MTTR Mean Time To Repair Multi unit Refers to linking up to five P2000 and or P3000 tape libraries together using ATL s Pass Through Mechanism NEMA National Electrical Manufacturers Association Quantum ATL P3000 Series User s Guide Glossary Network interface Card NIC A NIC is a device that handles communication between a device and other devices on a network NVRAM Non Volatile Random Access Memory is a type of memory that retains its contents when power is turned off One type of NVRAM is SRAM that is made non volatile by connecting it to a constant power source such as a battery Another type of NVRAM uses EEPROM chips to save its contents when power is turned off In this case NVRAM is composed of a combination of SRAM and EEPROM chips PCI The PCI bus typically runs at speeds of 33 MHZ or 66 MHZ and is usually 32 bits wide This means that it passes 32 bits of data simultaneously as if down 32 separate wires Some of the most recent computers include wider 64 bit PCI buses and already certain very high end video capture cards offer improved performance if connected to a 64 bit PCI bus Prism Storage Architecture Accommodates a wide range of needs from large data centers to work groups to remote sites and is
85. s of the vertical belt together making sure to interlock the belt cogs Secure the vertical belt with a tie wrap or clamp Rotate the extension axis assembly 90 degrees Place the vertical carriage restraint Install the two screws that secure the vertical carriage restraint to the horizontal carriage assembly Torque the screws to 70 in lbs Install the screw that secures the vertical carriage restraint to the vertical carriage assembly Remove the tie wrap or clamp from the vertical belt and gently lower the vertical carriage 5 Install the horizontal carriage restraint see figure 44 Quantum ATL P3000 Series User s Guide 89 Appendix B Relocating the Library Preparing the Library for Relocation a Move the vertical carriage assembly to the right hand end of the horizontal axis b Place the horizontal carriage restraint and install the screw that secures it to the floor of the library CO Install the two screws that secure the horizontal carriage restraint to the horizontal carriage assembly Figure 44 Installing the Horizontal Carriage Restraint carriage restraint 6 Install the gripper restraint a Slide the gripper assembly away from the vertical axis until the gripper assembly is fully extended and the gripper restraint disengages from the follower guide b Pivot the gripper restraint into place until it interlocks with the motor spring post and follower guide see figure 45 The gr
86. s turned command the LEDs will turn ON If the condition persists call an off and obey the firmware ATL Field Service Engineer command Flashing OFF Microbridge incompatibility Contact an ATL Field Service under hardware control Engineer Figure 41 Tape Drive LEDs 78 Green LED Red LED Drive canister screw Drive canister screw cover switch Quantum ATL P3000 Series User s Guide Appendix A Library Specifications This appendix lists characteristics and specifications of the P3000 These characteristics and specifications are categorized as follows e Physical characteristics es Performance characteristics Environmental specifications Note For tape drive specifications see the appropriate tape drive product manual Physical Characteristics Table 13 provides dimensions and other physical characteristics of the library unit Quantum ATL P3000 Series User s Guide 79 Appendix A Library Specifications Physical Characteristics Table 13 Physical Characteristics Table 14 Interfaces 80 Unit Dimensions and Weight Width 57 in 144 cm Depth 29 in 74 cm Footprint 11 50 sq feet 1 07 sq meters Height 75 in 191 cm Weight Library 1300 Ibs 591 Kg DLT Drives 13 5 Ibs 6 12 kg each DLT Cartridges 7 7 oz 218 kg each Tape Drives and Cartridges Tape Drives Max No Up to 16 tape drives Cartridges Ma
87. sTest Initialize Statistics Library TEFA Nonvol Results y Statistics D Auto Initialize Actuator Gran Nonvol Config System l l l l l l Monitor Change Password H P Stop Quantum ATL P3000 Series User s Guide 59 Chapter 4 Service Commands Generating Reports Figure 32 Report Statistics Screen About FEENS Forward nen so gt Quantum ATL Sal Tapes Operator System Off line Report Statistics Power On Time Hr Min Sec 360 05 56 A d Standby Command Time Hr Min Sec 108 08 17 Pick Bin Count 26501 Load Port Place Bin Count 26435 Pick Drive Count 11323 Place Drive Count 10143 Pick Load Port Count 873 Place Load Port Count 877 Horizontal Move Count 268831 Vertical Move Count 152238 y Update Actuator Report Figure 33 shows a sample Actuator Status report Figure 33 Report Actuator Status Aboni lt 0 Back om gt Forward Z Home Jaa Screen Quantum ATL Tapes Operator System Off line Report Actuator Status Horizontal Position in 8 752 A Vertical Position in 3 126 Extension Position in 0 015 Load Port Gripper Position Closed Rotary Position F ront PTM Position Inside d Standby 60 Quantum ATL P3000 Series User s Guide Figure 34 Report SysTest Library Results Screen Chapter 4 Service Commands Generating Reports SysTest Report Figure 34 shows a sample System Test
88. ser s Guide 125 Index 126 library 85 Report Actuator Status 60 AutoClean 61 Library 58 62 Statistics 59 SysTest 61 Reports drives 30 Restraints extension axis 87 horizontal carraige 89 Rewind time tape cartridge DLT 40 S Screen drive status 31 overview 29 Security levels GUI 33 Select button 35 Sense data values 71 Service security level 33 Shelf bin numbering conventions 3 Shipping restraints 87 Specifications performance 81 System state display 23 SysTest command 62 T Tape cartridge 20 37 bar code labeling DLT SDLT 17 LTO 19 capacity 11 DLT DSLT inserting 18 DLT SDLT magazine 37 ejecting 40 installing 16 inventory 11 leader 41 LTO bar code labeling 19 moving 50 52 removing 40 write protect switch 18 Tape drive manually unloading 40 Transfer rate 11 Troubleshooting operating problems 75 robotics problems 73 Start up problems 72 tape drive problems 76 U uide 90 Unload button 40 Unload Imp Exp command 53 Unloading Drive command 52 Load port 53 User security level 33 W Write protect switch 18 Quantum ATL P3000 Series User s Guide
89. sions c Verify that the left wooden bar is attached to the pallet 2 Place the library on the pallet a b c Raise the library support feet With the help of at least one person roll the library to a position in front of the pallet ramp Roll the library onto the pallet 3 Secure the library a Place the shipping bag over the library and secure it into place Remove the ramp sections from the pallet and slide them into the center section Insert the foam block around the bottom of the library and the pallet Insert and attach the stop blocks underneath the library on the right side Attach the wooden bar on the right side of the library Remove the wooden bar on the left side of the library Quantum ATL P3000 Series User s Guide 95 Appendix B Relocating the Library Crating the Library 96 g Repeat steps d and e for the left side of the library Place the accessory kits into the cutouts on the back crate panel Place the foam cap over the library Wrap the cardboard crate around the library see figure 50 and fasten it using the plastic restraining clips Place the top onto the crate Secure the crate with two steel restraining bands Quantum ATL P3000 Series User s Guide Crating the Library Appendix B Relocating the Library Figure 50 Crating the Library Shipping bag Accessory kits Left wooden bar Right
90. sued to determine the value of n 1 If a command is issued that requests access to a logical block not within the capacity of the medium the command is terminated with CHECK CONDITION CISPR 23 This standard describes the emissions testing methods and test limits for information technology equipment such as computers office machines or telecommunications equipment connected to low voltage power main networks lt 600V It does not apply to equipment whose primary function is radio transmission or reception as defined by the International Telecommunications Union ITU Radio Regulations The object of the standard is to establish uniform requirements for the conducted and radiated disturbance levels of the equipment covered by the standard Disturbance limits are established for Class A and Class B equipment and measurement methods operating conditions and intepretation of results are addressed Class A digital device Class A equipment is intended for Commercial installation Class I laser product Class 1 lasers are products where the power of the laser beam produced the accessible emission is always below the Maximum Permissible Exposure value Therefore for Class 1 lasers the output power is below the level at which it is believed eye damage will occur Exposure to the beam of a Class 1 Quantum ATL P3000 Series User s Guide Glossary laser will not result in eye injury Class 1 lasers may therefore be considered eye safe
91. the drive loads the cartridge and initiates the cleaning operation The library is still available to service host initiated commands during the drive cleaning operation If the host attempts to move a cartridge into the drive that is being cleaned a check condition is set in the returned status byte and a subsequent Request Sense returns a Cleaning Cartridge Installed status GK 5 ASC 30 ASCQ 03 Upon completion of the cleaning operation the drive rewinds and unloads the cleaning cartridge Note Unsuccessful drive cleaning operations may not rewind and unload the cartridge especially if it is a data cartridge incorrectly labeled as a cleaning cartridge If a drive does not complete the cleaning operation and unload the cleaning cartridge within five minutes the library classifies the cartridge as defective The library monitors the drive HANDLE_OK flag to determine when the cleaning cartridge has been unloaded Quantum ATL P3000 Series User s Guide Appendix C Automatic Drive Cleaning Media Movement from the Drive Media Movement from the Drive Whether a cleaning operation is successful or unsuccessful the 1 LA library increments the cleaning cartridge s use count and attempts to move the cleaning cartridge back to its home location If an export or movement operation cannot be completed due to unrecoverable errors the library attempts to return the cleaning cartridge to its original storage
92. the power cord is connected to a dedicated grounded electrical outlet and the power switch behind the slide panel just below the GUI is on The library or tape drives do not respond on the SCSI bus Make sure each SCSI device on the same SCSI bus has a unique address and the last device is properly terminated During initialization the library reports Not Ready Determine the failure type by checking any previous error codes returned to the host computer Correct the cause of the error One or more tape drives fail to spin up during start up Check all SCSI cabling and termination behind the center back access door If necessary contact your field service engineer about replacing the drives The library starts up in Press the Standby button to verify that the library switches to standby mode on line mode You can use the GUI to select either on line or standby mode at power up 72 Quantum ATL P3000 Series User s Guide Chapter 6 Troubleshooting Common Problems and Solutions GUI Problems Table 8 describes corrective actions for GUI problems Table 8 GUI Problems Problem Corrective Action GUL is blank Confirm that power is on then contact an authorized field service engineer The GUI does not respond to Contact an authorized field service engineer touch An error message is Write down the details of the error message including the SK displayed ASC and ASCQ numeric va
93. the room temperature if possible and increase ventilation around the library If the operating temperature is too high the library will automatically shut down until the temperature drops Tape Drive Problems Table 11 Tape Drive Problems Table 11 describes the corrective action for problems with the tape drives Problem Corrective Action The library is This is indicated by a Drive Communication Time out error Contact a unable to field service engineer communicate with a drive The tape drive Reset the library and retry the unload command does not eject a rtrid If the tape still does not unload stop the library open the front door and Ei ep manually unload and eject the cartridge see Manually Ejecting a Tape Cartridge on page 40 A drive handle Contact an ATL field service engineer error occurs Tape Drive LED Conditions 76 These actions are to be performed based on the LED displays on the backs of the drive canisters in mixed media P3000 tape libraries Table 12 and figure 41 show the diagnostic table of tape drive conditions as indicated by the two LEDs at the back of the tape drive canister Quantum ATL P3000 Series User s Guide Table 12 Tape Drive LED Conditions SDLT and LTO drives Chapter 6 Troubleshooting Common Problems and Solutions Green Red LED LED Condition Action ON ON Reserved Contact an ATL Field Service Engineer ON Flashing
94. tween storage bins or drives Caution This screen is meant to be used only by qualified ATL trained personnel It is presented here for explanation only SysTest will alter inventory information Performing a To perform a system test System Test e e y 1 From the Service screen press the SysTest Library button 62 Quantum ATL P3000 Series User s Guide Chapter 4 Service Commands Testing the Library The Test SysTest Library screen is displayed see figure 36 Figure 36 Test Systest Library Screen About lt 0 Back o gt Forward lt gt Home slo zl QuantumlATL System 1 2 Ss A Random of Runs 6 Z Tapes Operator Test Systest Library 3 dh Standby Swap 5 Swap 7 8 Use 9 0 Barcodes Execute Select 2 Select one of the following system test options e Swap Bins test storage bins only e Swap Drives test drives only 3 Select all desired test options as follows e Random swap cartridges at random e Use Barcodes read barcode as cartridges are swapped e Continuous repeat test until aborted Note The Continuous button must be de selected to enter of Runs 4 When you have selected the type of test and all test options press the Execute button A Command In Progress dialog box is displayed The system test continues until completed unless you press the Abort button If you pressed the Continuous button in step 3
95. ualifier is part of the SCSI 2 specification The additional sense code qualifier ASCQ indicates detailed information related to the additional sense code ATL Aside from being the company moniker it stands for Automated Tape Library AutoClean A user defined mode made on the touch screen GUI by which the library automatically performs drive cleaning tasks Bit The basic unit of data in a bimary numbering system binary digit represented by a 0 or a 1 Eight bits equals one byte Byte The basic unit of computer memory which is large enough to hold one character Quantum ATL P3000 Series User s Guide 117 Glossary 118 Calibrate A process used by the library robotics to determine the exact position of storage data transfer and import export elements Check Condition status Blocks of data are stored on the tape medium along with additional information that the library controller uses to manage storage and retrieval The format of the additional information is unique and is hidden from the initiator during normal read or write operations This additional information is often used to identify the physical location of the blocks of data and the address of the logical block and to provide protection against the loss of the user data The address of the first logical block is zero The address of the last logical block is n 1 where n is the number of logical blocks available on the medium A Read Capacity command may be is
96. ult In automatic drive cleaning mode the library is responsible for all cleaning functions such as e Detecting when a drive requires cleaning e Tracking and selecting cleaning cartridges e Moving a cleaning cartridge to the drive s Determining when a cleaning cartridge has used all 20 of its available cleaning cycles e Moving used up cartridges to the load port Selection of Cleaning Mode Diagnostic Software 100 The cleaning mode is selectable from the e Diagnostic software e GUI e Mode Select command The default cleaning mode is host initiated A Mode Select command permanently changes the cleaning mode in the library s NVRAM and is retained if the library power is cycled To change automatic cleaning mode from the diagnostic software select Config e Enable clean tape turns automatic cleaning mode on e Disable clean tape turns automatic cleaning mode off Quantum ATL P3000 Series User s Guide GUI Mode Select Command Appendix C Automatic Drive Cleaning Reporting of Cleaning Mode To change automatic cleaning mode from the touch screen GUI select Configuration Auto Clean e Enable turns automatic cleaning mode on e Disable turns automatic cleaning mode off To change the automatic cleaning mode using the Mode Select command set the Vendor Unique Page 20h byte 2 bit 1 AC to e One enable automatic cleaning e Zero disable automatic cleaning To save the automatic drive cleaning
97. ulti Unit calibration MUST be executed from the master library designated during multi unit configuration Figure 40 Multi Unit Screen S 30 Back oc gt Forward em Home EI Ei out QuantumlATL Operator Service System Off line Multi Unit l Standb y Configure Multi Unit Load Port Calibrate All PTMs Quantum ATL P3000 Series User s Guide 69 Chapter 5 Multi Unit Commands Calibrating the Libraries in a Multi Unit Configuration 70 Quantum ATL P3000 Series User s Guide Chapter 6 Troubleshooting This chapter describes problems you may encounter during the setup and operation of the P3000 Corrective information is provided to help you resolve the problems Several of these problems produce error messages on the graphical user interface GUI called sense data values Sense data value messages consist of a number and a description of the error Common Problems and Solutions The troubleshooting information in this section covers the following topics e Start up problems e GUI problems e Robotics problems e Operating problems e Tape drive problems Quantum ATL P3000 Series User s Guide 71 Chapter 6 Troubleshooting Common Problems and Solutions Start up Problems Table 7 describes corrective actions for problems which occur during start up Table 7 Start up Problems Problem The library does not power on Corrective Action Make sure
98. ut aoe ce roves arene 2 E A Quantum ATL Service System Enter Password Off line d Standby Load Port Enter Password 44 Quantum ATL P3000 Series User s Guide Chapter 3 Operator Commands Configuring the Library Figure 23 Operator Screen 30 Back or Forward 4A Home ES o CN About SE Bees eg Quantum ATL Overview Tapes System i Control Off line d Standby Configure Library Move Calibrate Unload Cartridges Library Drive Load Port Configure Options Inventory Unload Tapes Imp Exp Configuring the Library The Configure Library command allows you to assign the following e Library model number e Number of storage bins e Number of drives e Library SCSI ID e Tape drive SCSI ID To configure any of these attributes use the following procedure 1 Inthe Operator screen press the Configure Library button The Configure Library screen is displayed see figure 24 Quantum ATL P3000 Series User s Guide 45 Chapter 3 Operator Commands Configuring the Library Figure 24 Configure Back onan H Library Screen About 2e E G Home Se Quantum ATL Vv Overview Tapes System Off line Inquiry P7000 64xxxxx Al Standby Model 64xxxxx Bins 679 Load Port Drives 16 Serial Number IEEE ID Library SCSI ID 0 Drive 0 SCSI ID 2 Drive 1 SCSI ID 3 Drive 2 SCSI ID 4 Configure Library Configure 2 Press the Configure butt
99. utomatic cleaning mode the library tracks all cleaning cartridges and their use Capacity Although a maximum of ten cleaning cartridges may be present in the Product Name four or less are recommended to optimize library performance If more than ten cleaning cartridges are present in the library at inventory the library moves the additional cartridges to the load port for manual unloading Identification Cleaning cartridges have unique bar code labels that begin with CLN for example CLN001 102 Quantum ATL P3000 Series User s Guide Storage and Tracking Monitoring Usage Appendix C Automatic Drive Cleaning Cleaning Cartridges Each cleaning cartridge is tracked from the time that it is loaded into the library When a cleaning cartridge is unloaded from the library the library no longer retains information concerning that cleaning cartridge bar code If a new cleaning cartridge with the identical bar code is then imported into the library it is considered a different cleaning cartridge for all tracking purposes Each cleaning cartridge must have a unique bar code If a cleaning cartridge with a duplicate bar code label is imported the original cleaning cartridge is moved to the load port for removal from the library After a cleaning cartridge is used twenty times it is moved to the load port for removal from the library The library adjusts for cleaning cartridges that are manually moved within the library wh
100. wooden bar 97 Quantum ATL P3000 Series User s Guide Appendix B Relocating the Library Preparing the Library for Operation Preparing the Library for Operation 98 After shipping or moving the library refer to the ATL P2000 P3000 P6000 Pre Installation Site Survey Instructions and the ATL P3000 Series Unpacking Instructions to e Prepare the new installation site e Receive the library e Uncrate the library required in shipping the library e Position the library e Prepare the library for operation Quantum ATL P3000 Series User s Guide Appendix C Automatic Drive Cleaning This appendix is a description of the tape library s automatic drive cleaning feature Drive Cleaning Modes Two modes of drive cleaning support are provided on the Product Name e Host initiated cleaning mode e Automatic drive cleaning mode Host Initiated In host initiated cleaning mode the host is responsible for all Cleaning Mode cleaning functions such as e Detecting when a drive requires cleaning e Tracking and selecting cleaning cartridges e Moving a cleaning cartridge to the drive Quantum ATL P3000 Series User s Guide 99 Appendix C Automatic Drive Cleaning Selection of Cleaning Mode Automatic Drive Cleaning Mode s Determining when a cleaning cartridge has used all 20 of its available cleaning cycles e Moving used up cartridges to the load port Automatic drive cleaning is disabled by defa
101. x No 0 326 tapes Host to Library Interfaces Software Power Input SCSI 2 medium changer command set Power cord 1 or 2 standard US IEC 320 C19 male connector rated at 125VAC NEMA 5 20 P connector included Host to Tape Drive Interface Software SCSI 2 Library Diagnostics Diagnostics RS 232C service port for connection to a field service PC or Solaris Workstation running diagnostic software Quantum ATL P3000 Series User s Guide Appendix A Library Specifications Performance and Reliability Characteristics Performance and Reliability Characteristics Table 15 and table 16 list performance and reliability characteristics of the library Table 15 Performanc Se 22 seconds consisting of two Move Medium commands e Characteristics Average Swap Time Inventory Less than 5 minutes fully loaded with labeled cartridges Table 16 Reliability EE Ge MTBF 250 000 power on hours MSBF 1 million load unload cycles MTTR Less than 30 minutes Environmental Specifications Table 17 provides various library environmental specifications Table 17 Environ mental Specifications Power Environment Electrical inputs Voltage 100 VAC to 240 VAC Rated Frequency 60 Hz Rated Current 16A to 8A Power consumption VA max 1600W Quantum ATL P3000 Series User s Guide 81 Appendix A Library Specifications Environmental Specifications 82 Electri
102. ys resembling tabs and buttons designed to act as the library s main console for receiving information and inputting commands Host The device or devices to which the library is connected Quantum ATL P3000 Series User s Guide 119 Glossary 120 HVD High Voltage Differential or HVD also called Differential SCSI The benefit of using HVD cabling is that it works well in noisy areas and can reach up to 25 meters in distance Quantum DLT8000 and SDLT tape drives can be HVD or LVD devices IEC The International Electrotechnical Commission is based in Geneva Switzerland Load port The revolving assembly on a front door of ATL enterprise libraries that incoporates a revolving drum and tape cartidge bins stationary or removeable for loading and unloading tape cartridges LTO Linear Tape Open is a tape drive specification backed by IBM Hewlett Packard and Seagate LVD Low Voltage Differential or LVD is the newest type of SCSI cabling and LVD SCSI specifications can reach distances up to 12 meters LVD SCSI cabling requires Twist and Flat ribbon cable and an LVD SE terminator or a Twist and Flat ribbon cable with built in LVD termination All IBM LTO tape drives are LVD devices Quantum DLT8000 and SDLT tape drives can be LVD or HVD devices Mixed media This term refers to the use of different tape drive types within one tape library ATL mixed media libraries may use DLT and LTO tape drives simultaneously LVD as well a

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