ADIC FastStor 2 User manual

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2
6-00518-02 Rev B
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Installing or Removing a Barcode Reader
A barcode reader enables your FastStor 2 autoloader to read tape cartridge information contained in
barcode labels attached to data cartridges. The barcode becomes part of the information stored in the
application software.
Contents
What’s in the Box?
The following items are included in your barcode reader kit.
Tools Required
The following tools are required to work with the barcode reader kit.
Page Topic
1 What’s in the Box?
1 Tools Required
2 Installing a Barcode Reader
5 Removing a Barcode Reader
6 Contacting ADIC
Description Quantity
Barcode reader 1
Barcode label sheet 1
Description Quantity
A small flat blade screwdriver 1

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Installing a Barcode Reader
Use the following instructions to install the barcode reader to the rear of the autoloader unit. Use Figure 1
as a reference.
Figure 1 Installing a Barcode Reader
1Turn off your autoloader and remove the SCSI cable(s) from the rear panel, and then disconnect the
power cord from the outlet.
2The cover plate is on the rear panel of the autoloader. Using a flat blade screwdriver, remove the cover
plate and store it in a secure locations for future use.
Save the screws for Step 4. Store the cover plate in a secure location.
3Align the barcode reader to the outlet and then attach the barcode reader cable to the barcode outlet.
Be careful not to force the barcode reader into the outlet. If you try to install the barcode reader upside
down, the cable connections will not match.
4Using a flat blade screwdriver, attach the barcode reader to the rear panel of the autoloader using the
screws from the cover plate.
5Reconnect the SCSI cable(s) and the power cord to your autoloader.
Applying Barcode Labels to Cartridges
Before your barcode reader can operate, you must attach barcode labels to your data cartridges. If you
insert cartridges that already have barcode labels, you must cycle the power on your autoloader. See the
FastStor 2 User’s Guide for information on loading media into your autoloader.

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All barcode labels are applied to the front of the cartridge. Depending on the media type, barcode labels are
either stickers that are adhered to the front of the tape cartridge or cutouts that you slide into an indentation
on the front of the cartridge.
• Peel off the label and place it on the cartridge. Verify that label is oriented so the numbers appear
right-side up and above the barcode. See Figure 2 and Figure 3.
Figure 2 LTO Cartridge Barcode Placemen
CAUTION
Be careful not to apply barcode labels upside down.

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Figure 3 Super DLTtape Cartridge Barcode Placement
Configuring the Barcode Reader
Your host system senses the presence of the barcode reader at power-up and enables the barcode read
function. The application software can start scanning barcode labels as soon as the autoloader is powered-
up.

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Removing a Barcode Reader
Use the following instructions to remove a barcode reader from your autoloader. Use Figure 4 as a
reference.
Figure 4 Removing a Barcode Reader
1Turn off your autoloader, remove the SCSI cable(s) from the rear panel, and then disconnect the power
cord from the outlet.
2The barcode reader is installed on the rear of the autoloader. Using a flat blade screwdriver, unscrew
the two screws that secure the barcode reader to the autoloader.
3Unplug the barcode reader cord from the barcode outlet.
4Replace the cover panel that you removed during installation (refer to Installing a Barcode Reader on
page 2) to the back of the autoloader, using the screws that secured the barcode reader to the
autoloader.
The cover panel prevents dust and other foreign items from entering the autoloader.
5Reconnect the SCSI cable(s) and the power cord to your autoloader.
6Store the barcode reader in a cool dry place.

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Contacting ADIC
If problems cannot be solved with the aid of this document or if training is desired, contact the ADIC
Technical Assistance Center (ATAC).
In the USA: 800-827-3822
In Europe and Japan: 00-800-9999-3822
For other contact numbers: www.adic.com/contact
To open a Service Request online: www.adic.com/techsup