ADIC FastStor 2 User manual

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FastStor 2
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User’s Guide

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FastStor 2 User’s Guide iii
Contents
1 About This Guide and Your Product 1
Product Safety Statements . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1
Product Model Number . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1
Explanation of Symbols and Notes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1
Other Documents you Might Need . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2
Getting More Information or Help . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2
2 Description 3
Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
Switches and Indicators. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
Front Panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
Rear Panel. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
3 Getting Started 5
Unpacking and Inspecting. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
Checking the Accessories . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
Unpacking the Autoloader . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
Installing the Barcode Reader. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
Choosing an Installation Location . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
Preparing the Host System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
SCSI Host System Adapter and Connection Guidelines. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
Autoloader SCSI Connections. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
Connecting SCSI and Power Cables. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
Connecting More than one Autoloader . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
4 Operating the Autoloader 11
Operator Panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
LCD Screen. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
LED Indicators. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
Control Buttons . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
Understanding the Menu Structure . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
Powering on the Autoloader . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
Configuring the Barcode Reader. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14

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Configuring the Remote Management Unit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
Working with Data Cartridges . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
Write-Protecting Cartridges . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
Importing Cartridges . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
Exporting Cartridges . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
Using Bulk Exchange . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
Loading Cartridges . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
Unloading Cartridges. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
Re-Inventorying Cartridges . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
Maintaining Cartridges. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
Cleaning the Tape Drive . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
5 Managing the Autoloader 21
Resetting the Autoloader. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21
Viewing or Changing the SCSI IDs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21
Viewing or Changing the Autoloader SCSI ID. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22
Viewing or Changing the Tape Drive SCSI ID. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22
Autoloader Operating Modes. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22
Random Mode. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23
Sequential Mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23
Loop Mode On/Off. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23
Autoload Mode On/Off . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23
Updating Firmware . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24
Using a Firmware Upgrade Tape . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24
Using the Serial Port . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25
Performing System Test . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25
Retrieving Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26
Viewing Error Logs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26
Displaying Cycle Count . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26
Displaying Product Version . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26
Viewing Serial Numbers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27
Displaying the Autoloader Serial Number . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27
Displaying the Drive Serial Number . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27
Viewing Firmware Levels. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27
Displaying Autoloader Firmware Version . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27
Displaying Drive Firmware Version. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27
6 Using the Remote Management Unit 29
Overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29
Logging In . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30
Saving and Restoring Vital Product Data on the RMU . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30
Checking the Quick Status . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31
Using the RMU Information Pages . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31
Using the RMU Status Pages . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32
Using the RMU Configuration Pages. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33
Configuring the Device . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33
Configuring the Network . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34
Configuring the User . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34
Configuring the Real Time Clock. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35
Configuring the Log . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35
Configuring Event Notification . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35

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Resetting the Configuration. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36
Using the RMU Maintenance Pages . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36
Running Operations. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36
Running the General Diagnostic Test . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36
Running the Advanced Diagnostic Tests. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37
Updating Firmware . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37
Resetting the Autoloader. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37
Accessing Log Files. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37
7 Troubleshooting and Diagnostics 39
Installation Issues . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39
Troubleshooting Matrix . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40
Removing Cartridges Lodged in Slots. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 45
Viewing Autoloader Error Codes. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 47
Understanding Error Messages. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 47
Viewing Error Logs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 47
Resolving Errors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 47
Getting Help. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 58
8 Specifications 59
Physical. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 59
Capacity. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 59
Environment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 60
Tape Drive. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 60
Media. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 61

vi Contents

FastStor 2 User’s Guide 1
About This Guide and Your Product
This guide contains information and instructions necessary for the normal operation and management of
the FastStor 2. This guideis intended for anyone interested in learning about or anyone that needs to know
how to install, configure, and operate the FastStor 2.
Product Safety Statements
This product is designed for processing magnetic tape cartridges. Any other application is not considered
the intended use. ADIC will not be held liable for damage arising from unauthorized use of the product. The
user assumes all risk in this aspect.
This unit is engineered and manufactured to meet all safety and regulatory requirements. Be aware that
improper use may result in bodily injury, damage to the equipment, or interference with other equipment.
Product Model Number
The product model number is as follows: FastStor 2.1
Explanation of Symbols and Notes
The following symbols appear throughout this document to highlight important information.
Note Be sure to read all operating instructions in this manual and in the System, Safety, and
Regulatory Information Guide before operating this product.
WARNING BEFORE POWERING ON OR USING THIS EQUIPMENT, READ THE SYSTEM,
SAFETY, AND REGULATORY INFORMATION GUIDE. KEEP THE GUIDE FOR
FUTURE REFERENCE.
WARNING INDICATES A POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS SITUATION WHICH, IF NOT
AVOIDED, COULD RESULT IN DEATH OR BODILY INJURY.

2About This Guide and Your Product
Other Documents you Might Need
The following document is available for this product. It can be found at www.adic.com/manuals:
• FastStor 2 User’s Guide (6-00515-xx)
Getting More Information or Help
More information about this product is available on the Customer Service Center website at
www.adic.com/csc. The Customer Service Center contains a collection of information, including answers to
frequently asked questions (FAQs). You can also access software, firmware, and drivers through this site.
For further assistance, or if training is desired, contact ADIC:
CAUTION Indicates a situation that may cause possible damage to equipment, loss of
data, or interference with other equipment.
Note Indicates important information that helps you make better use of your system.
Note Release Notes are also available for this product. The Release Notes describe changes
to your system or firmware since the last release, provide compatibility information, and
discuss any known issues and workarounds. The Release Notes can be found at
www.adic.com/manuals.
In the USA: 800-827-3822
In Europe and Japan: 00-800-9999-3822
For additional contact information: www.adic.com/contact
To open a Service Request: www.adic.com/techsup

FastStor 2 User’s Guide 3
Description
Your autoloader provides automated data storage, archival, backup, and retrieval for a range of systems
from desktop workstations to small office local area networks to storage area networks. The standard
product is designed for use in a general office environment, and has a fully finished appearance for use on
a desktop; however, it can be installed easily into a rack.
The autoloader contains one drive and 8 fixed storage locations for tape media. There is a single slot door
located on the front of the autoloader for inserting and removing tapes. A carousel mechanism is used to
move tape within the autoloader, and a robotic picker is used to either move a tape from the carousel to the
drive, or from the carousel to the media access door. There is an operator panel located on the front of the
unit for operator interface. The unit is also equipped with a Remote Management Unit (RMU), which
provides remote autoloader operation through a web browser.
It is compatible with most operating systems and environments that supportthe SCSI interface, but requires
either direct support from the operating system or a compatible backup application to take full advantage of
its many features. For specific information about your autoloader, including autoloader capacity, drive
information, and physical size, see Specifications on page 59.
Features
Your autoloader has the following features:
•Multi-function Operator Panel—The autoloader operator panel consists of four LEDs, four
buttons, and an LCD screen. The operator panel provides everything you need to monitor
autoloader status and to control all of its functions.
•Remote Management Access—With the RMU you can connect to your autoloader over Ethernet
and use your web browser to manage operations. All available functions are accessible without the
need of a dedicated or separate software.
•Cleaning Cartridge—Although the cleaning cartridge can occupy a cartridge storage slot in the
autoloader (facilitating automated cleaning cycles), manual insertion of a cleaning cartridge is
permitted by importing the cleaning cartridge through the operator panel.
•Cartridge Pre-Check—Whenever you power up your autoloader, it will scan the cartridge storage
slots and the drive and then build a log of valid cartridge locations.
•Reverse Cartridge Protection—The import/export cartridge storage slot is designed to prevent
the cartridges from being inserted incorrectly.
•Built-in Diagnostics—Yourautoloaderincludesdiagnosticfirmware thattellsyou whendrivehead
cleaning is required, reports diagnostic results, and drive operating status.
•Barcode Reader—The barcode reader delivers instant media verification and inventory.

4Description
•Rackmount Ready—The available rackmount kitenables you to rackmount your autoloader in 2U
of rack space.
•Independent SCSI Buses—The autoloader and the tape drive each include independent Small
Computer System Interface (SCSI) controllers. Each supports independent setsof SCSI messages
and commands. The autoloader and the enclosed tape drive use a wide, low-voltage differential
(LVD) SCSI interface.
•Bulk Cartridge Exchange—This option enables ausertosequentially import or export a complete
set of cartridges.
Switches and Indicators
The following topic illustrates the front, rear, and other operation components for your autoloader.
Front Panel
Familiarize yourself with the front panel components shown in Figure 1.
Figure 1 Autoloader Front Panel
Rear Panel
Familiarize yourself with the rear panel components shown in Figure 2.
Figure 2 Autoloader Rear Panel

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Getting Started
This section describes how to install and set up your autoloader.
Unpacking and Inspecting
Before you begin, clear a desk or table so that you can unpack the autoloader.
Checking the Accessories
The autoloader equipment box includes the following items:
• 1 US power cord
• 1 European power cord
• 1 SCSI Ultra 2 LVD Multimode Terminator
• Barcode Reader assembly
Unpacking the Autoloader
Follow the directions below to unpack the autoloader.
1Clear a table or desk so that you have room to unpack the autoloader.
2Inspect the shipping box for damage. If you notice any damage, report it to the shipping company
immediately.
3Open the shipping box and remove the accessories package. Set the accessories package aside for
now.
4Lift the autoloader and padding out of the box and place it on the work surface, top facing up.
CAUTION: If the room in which you are working differs from the temperature in
which the autoloader was shipped or stored by 30° F (15° C) or more,
let the autoloader acclimate to the surrounding environment for at
least 12 hours before opening the shipping carton.
CAUTION: Do not set the autoloader on its end or side.

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5Carefully remove the shipping padding from the left and right sides of the autoloader. Then remove the
bag from the autoloader.
Installing the Barcode Reader
Mount the barcode reader on the rear panel of the autoloader.
1If you are installing the barcode reader into a previously installed and configured autoloader and the
autoloader power is on, power it off as follows:
a. Use the tip of a pen to press the OFF switch as shown below:
b. Unplug the power cord from the outlet.
c. Unplug the power cord from the rear panel of the autoloader.
d. Disconnect the SCSI cables from the rear panel of the autoloader.
NOTE: Save the packing materials in case you need to move or ship the
autoloader in the future.
CAUTION: To avoid electrostatic discharge damage to the unit, touch the
autoloader’s metal case or rear panel before installing the barcode
reader.
CAUTION: Pressing the OFF switch stops the autoloader from functioning, but it
does not remove power from the autoloader. To remove power, you
must disconnect the power cord from the power source.

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2Remove the cover plate from barcode reader slot on the rear panel. Save the screws. Save and store
the cover plate; you may use this plate later after removing the barcode reader.
3Orientthe barcodereaderbeforetheslot.Thereisonly onecorrectorientation.Checkwhethertheholes
align.
4Connect the cable to the barcode controller outlet.
5Attach the barcode reader with the screws that you removed from the cover plate.
.
6If you have installed the barcode reader into a previously installed and configured autoloader and you
want to restore power, power it on as follows. Otherwise continue to Choosing an Installation Location
on page 8.
a. Reconnect the SCSI cables to the rear panel of the autoloader.
b. Plug the power cord into the outlet.
c. Plug the power cord into the rear panel of the autoloader.
d. Use the tip of a pen to press the ON switch.
7Check the LCD display to make sure the autoloader is receiving power. If it is not, check the power
connections and your power source. During the Power-On Self Test (POST), all four LEDs are
illuminated briefly, followed by just the Ready/Activity LED flashing. When the initialization sequence is
complete, the LCD screen displays the main menu.

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Choosing an Installation Location
Choose an installation location that meets the criteria in Table 1. See Specifications on page 59 for more
information about autoloader specifications.
NOTE: If you are installing the autoloader in a rack, follow the instructions in the
rackmount kit before continuing to Autoloader SCSI Connections on page
9.
Table 1 Location Criteria
Requirement Criteria
Standalone requirements Select a location that is flat, sturdy, level, and close to a host
system server. Do not place the autoloader on the floor or other
carpeted surfaces.
CAUTION: Do not place the autoloader on its side or
upside down or stack items that weigh more than 5 KG
(11.02 lbs) on top of the autoloader.
Room temperature 10-35º C (50-95º F)
Power source AC power voltage: 100-127 VAC; 200-240 VAC
Line frequency: 50-60 Hz.
NOTE: Locate the AC outlet near the autoloader. The AC
power cord is the product's main AC disconnect device and
must be easily accessible at all times.
Weight 26 lbs (12 kg)
Air quality Minimal sources of particulate contamination. Avoid areas near
frequently used doors and walkways, stacks of supplies that
collect dust, printers, and smoke-filled rooms.
CAUTION: Excessive dust and debris can damage
tapes and tape drives.
Humidity 20-80% RH
Clearance Back Minimum of 15.4 cm (6 inches)
Front Minimum of 30.8 cm (12 inches)
Sides Minimum of 5.08 cm (2 inches)

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Preparing the Host System
At this point you need to refer to your software installation guide for instructions on installing the backup/
controlling software for the autoloader onto the host system. Read through the SCSI Host System Adapter
and Connection Guidelines before installing the software.
SCSI Host System Adapter and Connection Guidelines
If necessary, install a SCSI host system adapter, software, and compatible driver(s). Refer to the manuals
for the host system and SCSI host system adapter for detailed instructions. In addition, follow these general
guidelines:
• Make sure that your backup application supports the SCSI host system adapter.
Depending on the server configuration, you may need to change the SCSI IDs of the autoloader
(see Viewing or Changing the SCSI IDs).
• Make sure that the host server system has an open expansion slot.
• If the host server system is connected to a network, check with the system administrator before
turning off power.
• Use proper procedures to prevent electrostatic discharge (ESD). Use wrist-grounding straps and
anti-static mats when handling internal components.
Autoloader SCSI Connections
The autoloader incorporates a wide SCSI-2, Low-Voltage Differential (LVD) SCSI bus, but may also be
attachedto aSingle-Ended (SE)SCSIbus. MakesureyourSCSIhost systemadapter orcontroller supports
these standards. If you connect the autoloader to the SE SCSI bus or if there are SE devices attached to
the same SCSI bus, the autoloader's performance is limited to the maximum data transfer speed and
maximum cable lengths of the SE bus.
The autoloader is NOT compatible with a standard differential(Diff) or High-Voltage Differential(HVD)SCSI
bus. The autoloader is compatible with a narrow (50-pin) SCSI bus using a 68-pin to 50-pin adapter that
terminates the unused 18 pins. These adapters are sometimes labeled high-byte termination.
Connecting SCSI and Power Cables
The following describes how to connect the SCSI and power cables.
1Shut down and turn off the selected server. Turn off all attached devices, such as printers and other
SCSI devices. Remove the power cables from the server and all attached accessories.
NOTE: The LVD host system bus adapter is recommended. A single ended SCSI host
system bus adapter does work, but can severely degrade performance. Also, if
there are any SE devices on the same SCSI bus, the entire SCSI bus
negotiates down to SE speed and can severely degrade performance.
NOTE: The autoloader is an Ultra-2 Wide device. Only use cables and terminators
specified for Ultra-2 use or labeled as MultiMode.
CAUTION: Failure to remove the power cables from these devices could
result in damage to the autoloader.

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2Attach one end of the SCSI cable to one of the connectors on the rear panel of the autoloader.
3Attach the other end of the SCSI cable to the connector on the SCSI host system bus adapter or to the
connector on the previous device on the SCSI bus.
4Do one of the following:
• If the autoloader is the last or only device on the SCSI bus, attach the terminator to the
remaining SCSI connector on the rear panel of the autoloader.
• Otherwise, attach the cable to the next device on the SCSI bus. Make sure that the last device
on the SCSI bus is properly terminated.
5Power on the autoloader as follows:
a. Plug the power cord into the outlet.
b. Plug the power cord into the rear panel of the autoloader.
c. Use the tip of a pen to press the ON switch.
6Check the LCD display to make sure the autoloader is receiving power. If it is not, check the power
connections and your power source. During the Power-On Self Test (POST), all four LEDs are
illuminated briefly, followed by just the Ready/Activity LED flashing. When the initialization sequence is
complete, the LCD screen displays the main menu.
7Turn on any other devices you turned off earlier, and then turn on the server.
8Verify the connection between the autoloader and host system by making sure that the host server
system's operating system recognizes the autoloader:
• In Windows 2000™: Settings -> Control Panel -> System -> Hardware -> Device Manager ->
Tape Drive and/or Media Changer
• In Windows 2003™: Settings -> Control Panel -> System -> Hardware -> Device Manager ->
Tape Drive and/or Media Changer
For more information on verifying the connection of SCSI devices, consult the operating system
documentation.
Connecting More than one Autoloader
If you are connecting more than one autoloader on the same SCSI channel, connect each unit to the
previous unit with an additional shielded interface cable. It does not matter which SCSI connector on each
autoloader you connect the interface cable to. Each SCSI ID comes predefined with each autoloader. Make
sure that you configure each autoloader unit with its unique drive SCSI ID and autoloader ID. Your
autoloaders will not function properly if they have the same SCSI IDs. See Viewing or Changing the SCSI
IDs. Also, ensure that you terminate the last device in the chain.
NOTE: If the SCSI cable does not fit the connector on your SCSI host system
adapter, you either have an incompatible SCSI host system adapter or you
need to purchase a cable adapter, or a different cable. Contact your service
representative or your SCSI host system adapter manufacturer for
information.

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Operating the Autoloader
This topic discusses how to operate the autoloader components.
Operator Panel
The operator panel consists of a liquid crystal display (LCD) screen, four LEDs, and four buttons. The
operator panel provides everything you need to monitor autoloader status and to control all of its functions.
Figure 3 Operator Control Panel
LCD Screen
The display defaults to the main menu. The main menu consists of the autoloaderstatus on the top line and
thecurrentcartridge inventory on thesecond line.Theautoloader statuslineindicates thecurrentoperation.
The cartridge inventory indicates the status of cartridge slots as follows:
• Full slots are indicated by the slot number.
• Empty slots are indicated by a dash (-).
• If a cartridge is currently loaded in the drive, the display alternates the number of the home position
for that cartridge with a black block.
• An exclamation point (!) indicates that the autoloader has identified a cartridge that is either an
invalid type or has had a media-related error. The Media Attention LED indicator is also illuminated
in this case. Refer to LED Indicators on page 12 for more information.
LCD screen
LEDs
buttons

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LED Indicators
The operator panel includes four LED indicators that provide a variety of information as detailed in the
following table.
Control Buttons
Theoperator panelincludesfour buttonsthatprovide accesstoall operationsandinformationmenus.Table
3on page 12 describes each control button function.
NOTE: “SEQ” appears when the autoloader is in sequential mode.
“WP” appears when a write-protected cartridge is loaded into the tape drive.
Table 2 LED Indicators
LED Color Description
Ready/Activity Green Illuminated when power is on. Blinking whenever there is
tape drive or autoloader robotics activity.
Clean Drive Amber Illuminated when the tape drive has determined that a
cleaning cartridge should be used (see Cleaning the Tape
Drive on page 19). Additional cleaning of the tape drive is
not necessary.
Media Attention Amber Illuminated if the tape drive has detected a cartridge or
tape fault. Recommended action is to export the cartridge
from the autoloader. Doing so turns off the LED (see
Exporting Cartridges on page 17). If a particular cartridge
causes these symptoms repeatedly, that cartridge may be
defective. For more information, see the following
sections of Table 4, Troubleshooting Table:
Media on page 41 and Media Attention LED Issues on
page 43.
Error Red Illuminated if an unrecoverable tape drive or autoloader
error occurs. A corresponding error message appears on
the LCD screen (see Viewing Autoloader Error Codes on
page 47).
Table 3 Control Buttons
Button Description
Cancel Cancels the current menu option and returns to the previous menu
level or main menu.
Previous Selects the previous item or value in the currently displayed menu.
Next Selects the next item or value in the currently displayed menu.
Enter Executes the current menu or selects the current option displayed on
the LCD panel.

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Understanding the Menu Structure
The following graphic depicts the autoloader menu structure.
Figure 4 Operator Panel Menu Structure
Powering on the Autoloader
1Plug the power cord into the outlet.
2Plug the power cord into the rear panel of the autoloader.
3Use the tip of a pen to press the ON switch as shown below:
4Check the LCD display to make sure the autoloader is receiving power. If it is not, check the power
connections and your power source. During the Power-On Self Test (POST), all four LEDs are
illuminated briefly, followed by just the Ready/Activity LED flashing. When the initialization sequence is
complete, the LCD screen displays the main menu.

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Configuring the Barcode Reader
If you have just installed a barcode reader, use the operator panel to configure it.
1From the main menu, press +or –until Go offline appears. Press ENTER.
1Press +or –until Configuration appears. Press ENTER.
2Press +or –until Barcode Reader OFF appears. Press ENTER.
3Press +or –until BCR CHANGE TO: ON appears. Press ENTER.
The Enable BCR message appears on the operator panel. Then the barcode reader scans all slots.
After the barcode reader is enabled, the autoloader and the host system sense its presence.
Operationally, the barcode reader is controlled by the host software.
Configuring the Remote Management Unit
Before you configure the RMU, obtain a valid IP address from your system administrator and use an
Ethernet cable to connect the Ethernet port on the back of the RMU to an Ethernet port on a working
network.
In order for the RMU to function properly, the system running your web browser must be set to accept
cookies.
1Press +or –until Go offline appears. Press ENTER.
2Press +or –until Configuration appears. Press ENTER.
3Press +or –until Net Parameters appears. Press ENTER.
4Press +or –until Network OFF appears. Press ENTER.
5Press +to change the display to Network CHANGE TO: ON. Press ENTER.
6Press +or –until DHCP OFF appears.
• If you are using DHCP, press ENTER. Press +or –until DHCP CHANGE TO: ON appears.
Press ENTER. Press CANCEL to move back up the menu tree.You are prompted to cycle power.
For information, refer to Powering on the Autoloader on page 13. Exit this procedure.
• If you are not using DHCP, continue with step 7 on page 4-14.
7Press +or –until IP Address appears. Press ENTER.
The cursor defaults to the first digit of the default IP address “000.000.000”.
8Configure each digit of the IP address:
• Press ENTER to retain the “0”
• Press +to increment the digit
•Press– to decrement the digit.
When the IP address is correct, press ENTER. If your Ethernet network does not require a network
gateway or network mask, continue with step 11 on page 4-15.
9If your Ethernet network requires a network gateway, press +or–until GATEWAY ADDRESS appears.
• Press ENTER. The cursor defaults to the first digit of the default gateway address
“000.000.000”.
• Configure each digit of the gateway address: