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    4560SLX Tape Library User's Guide Important: To maintain your new IBM 4560SLX Tape Library at peak performance and reliability, follow the maintenance procedures described in Chapter 5, "Maintenance" on page 43. Failure to do so may impact your product warranty.
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    4560SLX Tape Library User's Guide
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    and the product it supports, read the information in Appendix E, "Warranty information" on page 99 and Appendix F, "Notices" on page 111. First Edition (August 2002) © Copyright International Business Machines Corporation 2002. All rights reserved. US Government Users Restricted Rights - Use
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    2 Front panel 2 Magazine doors 3 Magazines 4 Mail slots 4 Power supply 5 Tape drives 6 Library controller board 6 Robotics 7 Multi-module library systems 8 Chapter 2. Installation 11 Setup 11 Attaching the slide members to the library . . . 12 Attaching the slide members to the rack
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    support 99 IBM Statement of Limited Warranty Z125-4753-06 8/2000 101 Part 1 - General Terms 101 Part 2 - Country-unique Terms 103 Appendix F. Notices 111 Trademarks 112 Electronic emission notices 112 Federal Communications Commission (FCC) statement 112 iv 4560SLX Tape Library: User
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    tohto zariadenia si pečítaje Bezpečnostné predpisy. Antes de instalar este producto lea la información de seguridad. Läs säkerhetsinformationen innan du installerar den här produkten. © Copyright IBM Corp. 2002 v
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    vi 4560SLX Tape Library: User's Guide
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    step-by-step installation instructions and information required for ongoing use and maintenance of the IBM® 4560SLX Tape Library. This manual is written for the installer and user of this equipment. The following information is contained in this manual: v Chapter 1, "Introduction" provides an
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    viii 4560SLX Tape Library: User's Guide
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    ) - Base SDLT drive sled - SCSI jumper cable - 4560SLX Tape Library Quick Installation Guide v LTO drive upgrade option (Part number: 59P6658) - Base LTO drive sled - SCSI jumper cable - 4560SLX Tape Library Quick Installation Guide v Fibre channel option (Part number: 59P6657) © Copyright IBM Corp
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    Fibre Option User Guide v SDLT magazine option (Part number: 59P6661) - Left magazine - Right magazine - Barcode pack - 4560SLX Tape Library Quick Installation Guide v LTO magazine option (Part number: 59P6659) - Left magazine - Right magazine - Barcode pack - 4560SLX Tape Library Quick Installation
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    library is in a fault state as indicated by the fault message on the touch screen. Magazine doors The magazine doors have an electrical release on the touch screen and a manual release ( 1 and 3 in Figure 2). Always open the doors using the touch screen. In an emergency, the doors can be manually
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    tape drive. For example, an LTO magazine should be installed on an LTO drive and an SDLT magazine should be installed on an SDLT drive. 1 Left magazine with integrated mail slot 2 Right magazine Figure 3. Magazines Mail slots As viewed from the front of the 4560SLX Tape Library, the left tape
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    on the rear panel of the power supply. Library power is controlled from the touch screen. However, a manual power disconnect switch, located on the rear of the power supply, can also be used. Note: Only trained service personnel should remove the power supply. Hazardous voltage is present in the
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    -pin connectors Figure 7. Tape drive connectors Library controller board The library contains a rear-access adapter cage (see Figure 8 on page 7) and a PCI backplane. This backplane contains the plug-in connectors for the library controller board and FCO card. 6 4560SLX Tape Library: User's Guide
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    control the tape library from any terminal on a local network or access the internet. For more information on Web TLC, see Chapter 8, "Web TLC" on page 63. Robotics The library contains robotics which consist of a cartridge shuttle, motor hardware, motor drives, and other support electronics. The
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    The 4560SLX Tape Library is an expandable tape library that can be configured in a variety of module and drive combinations. The drives are mounted in a removable drive shoe that enables easy installation and removal. Therefore, a failed drive can be swapped without the server or library power
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    master module and all other libraries become slave modules. The library robotics pick up and place tape cartridges into an elevator so that individual tapes can be passed up or down between libraries in a multi-unit library configuration. The 4560SLX Tape Library supports fail-over protection for
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    4560SLX Tape Library. Sections in this chapter include: v Setup v SCSI cable configurations v Turning on the library Before rack mounting the library relating to multi-unit rack-mounted environments. Note: When lifting the library use a mechanical lifter or a two person minimum. Statement 4 CAUTION
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    members to the library To attach the slide members to the library, complete the following procedures: 1. Remove the inner slide member ( 1 ) from each rack-mount slide. 2. Attach the inner slide members to the sides of the chassis using eight hex screws ( 2 ). 12 4560SLX Tape Library: User's Guide
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    : Fully tighten the front mounting bracket screws. Leave the rear mounting bracket screws "finger tight" to prevent binding when mounting the library module. Once the distance between rails is set, the screws should be fully tightened. 1 Front mounting bracket 2 Rear mounting bracket 3 Middle
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    the library module 2. Lighten the library module by removing the drives. 3. Lift the library and visually library to the rack using two 10-32 captive thumbscrews (located on the front panel inside the front doors). (See 1 and 2 in Figure 15 on page 15.) 14 4560SLX Tape Library: User's Guide
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    drives. 10. Fully tighten the rear mounting bracket screws. 11. Close the doors. 12. Connect the ac power supply to the library. SCSI cable configurations The 4560SLX Tape Library supports and the appropriate device driver software. Interface cable specifications The library is a high-performance
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    To library controller card 3 To host system Figure 16. One tape drive single host Two tape drives on a single host system Figure 17 on page 17 shows a typical SCSI cable configuration for a library with two tape drives installed using a single host system. 16 4560SLX Tape Library: User's Guide
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    4 To host system Two tape drives on a dual host system Figure 18 shows a typical SCSI cable configuration for a library with two tape drives installed using a dual host system. 1 SCSI terminator 2 To library controller card 3 To host (drive 1) Figure 18. Two tape drives dual host 4 To host
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    on a single host system Figure 19 shows a typical SCSI cable configuration for a multi-unit library with a varying number of drives using a single host system. 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 WAN 1 To host system 2 SCSI terminator Figure 19. Single host multi-unit system 18 4560SLX Tape Library: User's Guide
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    with multiple libraries and tape drives installed using a dual host system. 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 WAN 1 To host system 2 SCSI terminators Figure 20. Dual host multi-unit system Turning on your library Use the following instructions to apply power to the library: 1. Connect the supplied power cord to
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    to activate the display. When power is first applied to the libraries, a series of Power-On Self Test (POST) diagnostics are performed. After the POST completes, the Initialization screen will appear. 4. Select Continue. The library default screen will display. 20 4560SLX Tape Library: User's Guide
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    on and wait until the Power-On Self Test (POST) completes. The library default screen appears on the display as shown in Figure 22. Figure 22. Library default screen 2. Select the Menu option. 3. Enter the appropriate password. For instructions on how to set passwords, see "Passwords" on page 38
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    shown in Figure 25. Figure 25. SCSI ID Confirmation screen 8. Select OK to confirm. The newly selected SCSI ID flashes for a few seconds while the drive is being updated, then remains solid indicating that the operation is complete. 22 4560SLX Tape Library: User's Guide
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    Drive 1 Bus 3 Data Field screen 9. Press the Back button to return to the Main menu screen. Repeat this procedure to set any remaining SCSI IDs. Setting up reserved tape cartridge slots You might want to reserve tape follows the last unreserved data tape cartridge. Chapter 3. Library configuration 23
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    slot, complete the following procedure: 1. From the Menu screen, select the Library option from the Edit Options area. 2. From the Library options screen, press the down arrow to scroll to the screen that contains on the display as shown in Figure 29 on page 25. 24 4560SLX Tape Library: User's Guide
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    Confirmation screen 5. Press the Back button until you return to the Main menu screen. Your change will take effect the next time you boot the library. Chapter 3. Library configuration 25
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    26 4560SLX Tape Library: User's Guide
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    describes how to operate the 4560SLX Tape Library. Using the touch screen The touch screen enables you to set up and configure the library. This section describes the following options that are available from the library default screen: v Technical support information v Mail slot access v Magazine
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    option to display the Move Media screen as shown in Figure 34 on page 29. The Move Media option enables you to remove cartridges from a tape drive, load cartridges into a drive, or move cartridges within the library. 28 4560SLX Tape Library: User's Guide
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    as shown in Figure 35. Figure 35. Move Media screen (source) 2. From the Source Element Type area, select the element type you want to move. Drive 2 is used for this example. 3. Touch the Destination box on the Move Media screen. The Destination box will change from gray to an active state
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    right corner of the library default screen. Menu Select Menu on the library default screen to operate and configure the library. Figure 37 shows sequential Library Options screen by selecting the down arrow. To return to the Menu screen, press the Back button. 30 4560SLX Tape Library: User's Guide
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    on the touch screen. The default is disabled. Auto Power-up an Installed Drive This option enables a tape drive to be automatically powered up after replacing a tape drive. The default is disabled. Unload Mode This option selects the unload mode for library tape drives. If the mode is implicit
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    of Drive 1 = 1 the drives. The designators Drive 1 (outer tape Drive 2 = 2 drive) through Drive n refer to the first through nth drives. (one based default) Library SCSI Bus This option enables you to set the SCSI addresses 6 ID for the library robotics. 32 4560SLX Tape Library: User's Guide
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    the base address for 1E0 Base Address the tape drives. Import/Export Element Base Address This option enables you to set the base address for 1C0 the mail slot. Product Identification This option enables you to specify the response of 4560SLX the library robotics to the SCSI INQUIRY command in
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    and an ASC/ASCQ of 5D/00, if Recovered Error Reporting is enabled. v Unconditionally Generate Recovered Error: Reports information exceptions unconditionally with a Recovered Error sense key and an ASC/ASCQ of 5D/00 Options area as shown in Figure 40 on page 35. 34 4560SLX Tape Library: User's Guide
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    Definition Option and default description Default value IP Address User Specified IP Address. Library Info: This option enables you to display miscellaneous library information. The Miscellaneous Library Info screen displays the library firmware revision, IP address, and the library
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    visual indication of all library drives, mail slots and magazine library tests. Factory: This option is for factory use only. Security Level: This option enables you to set passwords for one of the four available security levels as shown in Figure 43 on page 37. 36 4560SLX Tape Library: User's Guide
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    only Service User and Service menus Factory User, Service, and Factory menus Edit Options The Edit Options area contains the following screens: v Library v SCSI v Network v Passwords Library: This option enables you to define the library options used to configure the library for your specific
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    allows users access to the mail slot. v User level 2 - This level allows magazine access and allows users to move media. v Service - This is the highest level, which allows users access to the menu that enables them to view and edit library and SCSI options. 38 4560SLX Tape Library: User's Guide
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    online or offline. By default the library comes online after a power-up initialization. Status This option displays the Library Initialization screen. You can identify a tape drive type and view physical tape drive status, tape drive cleaning information, and tape cartridge information by opening
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    Default screen. This option enables you to open the left or right magazine doors separately or both magazine doors at the same time. After opening the appropriate magazine door, pull the magazine out and away from the library chassis as shown in Figure 50 on page 41. 40 4560SLX Tape Library: User
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    is used only with host system software that supports this feature. The mail slot feature enables you to insert or remove a single tape without removing the entire magazine. You access the mail slot using the Mail Slot Access option from the library default screen. This option enables you to open the
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    Bar code labels Sample bar code labels are included with your purchase. Also included are instructions on ordering additional labels. Figure 53 shows you how to install a bar code label onto a tape cartridge. SDLT LTO Figure 53. Bar code label installation 42 4560SLX Tape Library: User's Guide
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    the 4560SLX Tape Library. Note: Only qualified service technicians should perform the other menu options contained in the Maintenance submenu. Supported media IBM supports the following brands of data and cleaning cartridges: v SDLT data cartridges - IBM (Part number: 35L1119) - Maxell (Part number
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    Select Cleaning. If the default entry is not the tape drive to be cleaned, select Drive in the Destination Element Type box to sequence through the available tape drive choices. You can also use cartridge from the cleaning slot, complete the following procedure: 44 4560SLX Tape Library: User's Guide
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    default entry is not the tape drive to be cleaned, select Drive in the Destination Element Type box to sequence through the available tape drive choices 5. When the move completes, press the Back button to access the library default screen. 6. Select Mail Slot Access from the Status screen. 7.
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    11. Select Destination and then select Cleaning Slot in the Destination Element Type box. 12. Select Execute Move to put the new cleaning cartridge in the reserved slot. 46 4560SLX Tape Library: User's Guide
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    between the library and tape drive, or from a mechanical malfunction within the library. The touch screen displays error messages and fault symptom codes (FSCs) when platform problems and general drive errors occur. Use the FSCs to report errors to IBM technical support or to determine
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    to the library using the power option on the touch screen. Wait 30 seconds to power on again. D Turn off power to the library and inspect connectors and cables. F Invalid operation. Select parameters correctly and try again. G Call IBM technical support. 48 4560SLX Tape Library: User's Guide
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    screen. If an FSC continues, report it to IBM technical support. Table 7. Fault symptom codes Message OS Catastrophic Error OS Task Exit Error SCSI Firmware Error SCSI FIFO Empty SCSI FIFO Error SCSI Gross Error Illegal SCSI Cnt Cmd SCSI Message Error SCSI Invalid Element SCSI No Pending Int. SCSI
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    5 Cartridge Minimum Invalid Magazine Type Magazine Type Change Not Handled Zone Sequence Error Drive Eject Fail Drive Eject Fail Drive Eject Fail Drive Eject Fail Soft Fetch Retry Soft Fetch Retry 50 4560SLX Tape Library: User's Guide FSC 3004 3005 3006 3011 3012 3013 3014 3015 3016 3017 3018 3019
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    Drive Stow Failed, Media Returned to Source Drive Stow Failed, Media Remains in Drive Unsupported Drive a Clean'g Cart DLT Timeout Error Move Command Fail Clean Operation Timeout C,G C,G C,G C,G C,G C,G C,G C,G C,G C,G C,G C,G C,G C,G C,G C,G C,G C,G F F F F F C,D,G F F Chapter 6. Troubleshooting 51
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    Cartridge reject recovery failed Drive Fan stalled Drive load did not complete Invalid drive was installed Orphan cartridge recovery failed Move operation failed SMX send error SMX receive error Comm free list empty Invalid comm. put attempt 52 4560SLX Tape Library: User's Guide FSC 503D 7001 7002
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    FSC ERP A005 C,G A006 C,G A007 C,G A008 C,G A009 C,G Note: If an error message is displayed that is not included in Table 7, write down the fault code number and follow the recovery procedure. If the same error occurs again, call IBM technical support. Chapter 6. Troubleshooting 53
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    repeat step 6 and step 7. If communication with the library fails again, contact IBM Technical Support. Setting IP addresses To set IP addresses, complete the following procedure: Note: Configuration addresses are network specific. Contact your network system administrator for the appropriate values
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    2 access allows full control, permitting the user to move tapes and modify library configuration settings. Note: Level 2 access can be disabled entirely. To set an access password, complete the following procedure: 1. Establish communications with the library. 56 4560SLX Tape Library: User's Guide
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    . These addresses will be e-mailed upon notification of specific system events. 5. Click OK to save the settings. Setting remote FTP server parameters These settings enable the user to download firmware to the Web TLC or to the library using a remote FTP site. 1. Establish communications with the
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    readable form. You can view the files using the text editor of your choice. To upload data, complete the following procedure: 1. Establish communications with the library. 2. On the main screen, select Upload. The Upload Data From Library prompt is displayed: 58 4560SLX Tape Library: User's Guide
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    Figure 56. Upload Data From Library prompt 3. Click the radio button for System Trace or Non-Volatile Trace. 4. Use the Browse button to select a network destination for the uploaded binary file. The default file name appears in the Binary File field at the end of the network path. 5. To create a
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    firmware files by searching on ″4560SLX″ on the http://www.pc.ibm.com/support IBM Web site. The configuration utility enables you to remotely download flash image files that contain the updated firmware If the download fails again, contact IBM Technical Support. 60 4560SLX Tape Library: User's Guide
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    Rebooting the library To reboot the library, complete the following procedure: 1. Establish communications with the library. 2. From the Diag menu, select the Reboot NeoCenter option. 3. Click Yes. 4. Click OK. Chapter 7. Using the NeoCenter utility 61
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    Chapter 8. Web TLC Web TLC (Total Library Control) is a remote interface device built into your 4560SLX Tape Library that enables you to monitor and control your automated tape library. Web TLC enables you to view overall status and provides a control panel for making adjustments and viewing details
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    in ready mode to establish communications with Web TLC. If you are unable to access the unit with your browser, check whether the library is being operated locally. 1. Type the Web TLC IP address in the Location field of your Internet browser, and press Enter. 64 4560SLX Tape Library: User's Guide
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    from the Status screen: v Library status v Drive status (summary) v Full drive status is available through the Full Drive Status button. Move media The Move Media button enables you to move a selected cartridge to a target drive or cartridge slot. Note: Do not move tape cartridges while the
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    : v Perform a drive cleaning operations v Perform a free running library diagnostics v Perform standard library diagnostics v Drive flash operations v Reset Web TLC v Reset library History Click History to Trace, the trace log will be viewed through the browser. 66 4560SLX Tape Library: User's Guide
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    tape drives supported by the library. To add a tape drive, complete the following procedure: 1. Unpack the tape drive and inspect it for any damage. If the tape drive has been damaged, return it to IBM for a replacement. Note: With a blank panel or tape drive removed, there is access to moving parts
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    Figure 63. Installing a tape drive 4. Secure the tape drive to the library using the two thumbscrews. 5. Configure the tape drive using the touch screen. 68 4560SLX Tape Library: User's Guide
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    library robotics system. The 4560SLX Tape Library can be modified by adding modules and cartridge elevators. Add drives minimum firmware Check the firmware level of SDLT modules up Part number: 59P6662) v 5U cartridge elevator extension (Part number: 59P6663) © Copyright IBM Corp. 2002 69
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    elevator motor drive section must be allowing for easy expansion of your storage support up to seven libraries. It is pre-configured specifically for use with a multi-module library power is not applied to the router and that the power cord is not connected. 70 4560SLX Tape Library: User's Guide
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    the rack rails. 4. Mount the router using the four screws (10-32x 1/2 P.H.). Do not apply power or connect any cables. 5. You have received a pre-assembled 10U cartridge elevator. If the length is correct to "Cartridge elevator extension assembly" on page 75. Appendix B. Adding a library module 71
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    to install the cartridge elevator to a fully powered 4560SLX Tape Library module might cause severe damage to unit circuitry. 3. Remove drive shoe 2 as shown in Figure 66 on page 73 or the blank cover for each module that will use the cartridge elevator. 72 4560SLX Tape Library: User's Guide
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    resistance of unplugging the module from the receiver. c. Continue to slide the drive out while fully supporting the module until the drive load handle has cleared the back of the library. 4. Remove the cover plate adjacent to the power supply as shown in Figure 67 on page 74. a. Remove two screws
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    still cannot align the bottom (slave) libraries to the cartridge elevator base unit, slightly loosen the rear rail bracket screws for each library, reposition it, and then secure it to the cartridge elevator. Afterwards, re-tighten all rear rail bracket screws. 74 4560SLX Tape Library: User's Guide
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    below for each module. a. Fully support the drive shoe assembly while starting it into the receiver, being careful not to damage the drive load handle. b. Push the drive shoe assembly slowly into the receiver until it seats against the back of the library. c. Tighten the two captive retainer
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    11 Drive belt pulley Figure 69. Factory assembled cartridge elevator Assembly You will need a clean, flat work area such as a table or work bench. The surface should be long enough to support the screws from the bottom plate of the cartridge elevator. 76 4560SLX Tape Library: User's Guide
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    . The elevator car is now positioned over the belt block bracket access cutout next to the PCB and drive motor. Figure 71. Cartridge elevator media elevator car 3. On the tensioner ramp/idler pulley base of the This sets the idler pulley to the zero position. Appendix B. Adding a library module 77
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    and springs from tensioner ramp/idler pulley. b. Remove the other two screws from the tensioner ramp/idler pulley. c. Remove the tensioner ramp/idler pulley. 78 4560SLX Tape Library: User's Guide
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    in the extension and primary chassis and attach with the four mounting screws (two each) as shown in Figure 76 on page 80. Appendix B. Adding a library module 79
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    the idler pulley to the zero position. 13. Cut the new timing belt supplied with the expansion kit (between the teeth) to the appropriate size for the total number of modules through the motor drive pulley as shown in Figure 77 on page 81 and Figure 78 on page 81. 80 4560SLX Tape Library: User's Guide
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    the cartridge elevator face down. 18. Place the timing belt ends on the belt block as shown in Figure 79 on page 82. Appendix B. Adding a library module 81
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    which library module is the master and which are the slaves. The module designated as the primary master will monitor and modify the parameters and settings of the entire multi-module cartridge elevator. The primary master can be used to perform many of the 82 4560SLX Tape Library: User's Guide
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    modules are not powered up, apply power to all library modules as shown in Figure 81. 1 Power cord 2 Power switch 3 Touch screen Figure 81. Powering up the library 1. Connect the power cord to the power supply receptacle. 2. Toggle the power switch located on the power supply to ON. 3. Press
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    following procedure: 1. Press Menu on the touch screen of the library you want to configure as a slave. 2. Under Edit Options press Library. 3. Press the scroll down arrow until Module Configuration is , Magazine Access, Mail Slot Access, and Move Media are 84 4560SLX Tape Library: User's Guide
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    or user applications, the connections shown in Figure 85 on page 86 must be made. A four module library is used for illustration purposes. The second module (slave 0) has been selected as the secondary master. 1. Verify that the modules and router have been properly installed in the rack. Power down
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    operations.) 4. Using 10BaseT cable, connect a cable from router port 1 to the primary master SDLT module. See Figure 64 on page 71 and Figure 85. 5. Connect a cable from router to the router. Ensure the power is off before proceeding with steps 7 and 8. 86 4560SLX Tape Library: User's Guide
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    the power switch located on the power supply to ON. c. Repeat steps a and b for all modules connected to the cartridge elevator. d. Press the slave module touch screens to apply power to the libraries. e. Press the master touch screen to apply power to all of the libraries. Verifying firmware level
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    using the configuration utility or the Web TLC to upgrade the firmware, contact IBM Technical Support. Fail-over operation The 4560SLX Tape Library in a multi-module configuration enables one of the slave modules master as shown in Figure 85 on page 86. 88 4560SLX Tape Library: User's Guide
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    screen will appear. Figure 87. Secondary Master Maintenance screen 3. Select Fail-Over to Secondary Master. The library will transfer control of the cartridge elevator to itself, power down the primary master, then reboot. Remote fail-over to secondary master initiation To configure the secondary
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    master will then transfer control of the cartridge elevator back to the primary master, then reboot. After rebooting, the modules will revert back to their default configurations and the library will be fully operational. 90 4560SLX Tape Library: User's Guide
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    , reliability, and physical characteristics of the 4560SLX Tape Library. Table 9. Operational specifications Operational specifications 4560SLX Tape Library Host SCSI interface LVD/SE Drive configuration 0, 1, 2 Drive compatibility Quantum SDLT 320, LTO Ultrium 200 Number of cartridges 26
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    Electrostatic discharge The test shall be run using an ESD test probe to directly contact operator-accessible surfaces, plus 4560SLX Tape Library enclosure surfaces. Table 14. Electrostatic discharge specification Amplitude Allowable errors 0 - 8 kV None 92 4560SLX Tape Library: User's Guide
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    tables provide operating, non-operating, transit/storage, and physical drop test shock specifications for the 4560SLX Tape Library. Table 17. Shock specifications (operating) Operating (within spec - no damage) Peak Acceleration Duration Waveshape Application 1.5 G's 11 ms 1/2 sine pulses
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    Waveshape Sinusoidal, 1 octave/min Application X,Y, Z axes, 2 sweeps pers Primary power This section provides information on voltage and frequency limits, power requirements, sag/surge protection, and power line disturbance for the 4560SLX Tape Library. 94 4560SLX Tape Library: User's Guide
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    adjust for 50-60 Hz primary power operation, without requiring user intervention or modification. Power requirements The 4560SLX Tape Library (with two tape drives installed) exhibits a nominal steady state ac power consumption of 192 watts, and a maximum peak power consumption of 240 watts. Table
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    Check power supply nameplate ratings to ensure that no overloading of supply circuits will occur. Grounding Check that reliable grounding of this equipment is maintained. Particular attention should be given to supply connections when connecting power strips. 96 4560SLX Tape Library: User's Guide
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    of the parts that can be replaced by the user or trained service personnel. Table 27. Field Replaceable Units (FRUs) Description SDLT sled drive LTO sled drive Robot assembly LCD display assembly Fibre channel interface card Library controller interface card Power supply assembly Left LTO magazine
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    place of purchase for warranty service information. Some IBM Machines are eligible for on-site warranty service depending on the country or region where service is performed. Machine - 4560SLX Tape Library Warranty period - Three years Service and support The following information describes the
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    received. Support 24 hours a day, 7 days a week Canada (Toronto only) Canada (all other) U.S.A. and Puerto Rico All other countries and regions 416-383-3344 1-800-565-3344 1-800-772-2227 Go to http://www.ibm.com/pc/support/, and click Support Phone List. 100 4560SLX Tape Library: User's Guide
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    PURPOSE. THESE WARRANTIES GIVE YOU SPECIFIC LEGAL RIGHTS AND YOU MAY IBM does not warrant uninterrupted or error-free operation of a Machine. Any technical or other support Service: To obtain warranty service for a Machine, contact IBM or your reseller. If you do not register your Machine with IBM
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    a default on IBM's part or other liability, you are entitled to recover damages from IBM. In each such instance, regardless of the basis on which you are entitled to claim damages from IBM (including fundamental breach, negligence, misrepresentation, or other 102 4560SLX Tape Library: User's Guide
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    of this Agreement, without regard to conflict of law principles. Part 2 - Country-unique Terms AMERICAS BRAZIL Governing Law: The following AMERICA Warranty Service: The following is added to this Section: To obtain warranty service from IBM in Canada or the United States, call 1-800-IBM-SERV (426
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    or other similar legislation, IBM's liability is limited to the repair or replacement of the goods or the supply of equivalent goods. Where arbitrators designated in conformity with those rules shall have the power to rule on their own competence and on the validity 4560SLX Tape Library: User's Guide
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    and in accordance with the principle of mutual trust. NEW ZEALAND The IBM Warranty for Machines: The following paragraph is added to this Section: The Consumer Guarantees Act 1993 will not apply in respect of any goods which IBM provides, if you require the goods for the purposes of a business as
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    this Agreement will continue to be performed except for the part which the parties are disputing and which is undergoing arbitration apply to Machines purchased from IBM or an IBM reseller. Warranty Service: If you purchase an IBM Machine in Austria, Belgium, 106 4560SLX Tape Library: User's Guide
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    for an IBM Machine covers the functionality of the Machine for its normal use and the Machine's conformity to its Specifications. The following Service: The following is added to this Section: During the warranty period, transportation for delivery of the failing Machine to IBM will be at IBM
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    caused by IBM's negligence; 2. the amount of any other actual direct damages or loss, up to 125 percent of the charges (if recurring, the 12 months' charges apply) for the Machine that is the subject of the claim or which otherwise gives rise to the claim; 108 4560SLX Tape Library: User's Guide
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    by Section 12 of the Sale of Goods Act 1979 or Section 2 of the Supply of Goods and Services Act 1982. Applicability of suppliers and resellers (unchanged). The following is added to the end of this Section: IBM's entire liability and your sole remedy, whether in contract or in tort, in respect
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    intellectual property right may be used instead. However, it is the user's responsibility to evaluate and verify the operation of any non-IBM product, program, or service. IBM may have patents or pending patent applications covering subject matter described in this document. The furnishing of this
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    service marks of others. Electronic emission notices Federal Communications Commission (FCC) statement Note: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class A digital device, pursuant to Part instruction manual IBM UK, Greenock. 112 4560SLX Tape Library: User's Guide
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    the laws of the Member States relating to electromagnetic compatibility. IBM cannot accept responsibility for any failure to satisfy the a domestic environment this product may cause radio interference in which case the user may be required to take adequate measures. Union Européenne - Directive
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    una modificación no recomendada del producto, incluyendo el ajuste de tarjetas de opción que no sean IBM. Este producto ha sido probado y satisface los límites para Equipos Informáticos Clase A de cuyo caso el usuario deberá tomar las medidas adecuadas. 114 4560SLX Tape Library: User's Guide
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    Part Number: 59P6690 Printed in U.S.A. (1P) P/N: 59P6690
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4560SLX Tape Library
User’s Guide
Important:
To maintain your new IBM 4560SLX Tape Library at peak performance and reliability,
follow the maintenance procedures described in Chapter 5, “Maintenance” on page 43.
Failure to do so may impact your product warranty.
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