HP Surestore E Tape Library Model 6/60 HP SureStore E Tape Library Models 2/20 - Page 247

LEDs Light-emitting diodes, also called lamps, found in various library assemblies, including drive modules, power supplies, library cards, and internal assemblies. An LED communicates status information about the assembly. library A data storage system that stores electronic data on tape media. Depending on the model, the library can use up to six drive modules. LTO Linear Tape-Open LVDS Low Voltage Differential SCSI M MAC Address Media access control address - a unique hardware-based address that identifies each node on a network. magazine A slotted container that resides in the tape drawers that provides individual slots for five tape cartridges. magazine access A process of loading or unloading tapes that involves opening a tape drawer and exchanging one or more magazines. mailslot A process of loading or unloading tapes that allows the user to access either one, five, or ten storage slots. move A single library action, such as loading a tape into a drive, or unloading a tape from a drive. N nesting The menu approach implemented in the library that uses increasing levels of library control. O odometer A front panel option that displays the odometer logs for power-on hours and moves. originator A Fibre Channel term that refers to the initiating device. P port The hardware entity within a node that performs data communications. power (stand-by) switch A low holding voltage remains in the library even though library has been powered off. R RMC, remote management card A circuit card that provides the ability to gain access to the library from a computer at a different location. Glossary-3