Quantum PX502 User manual

PX502 Tape Library
Quick Start Guide
TABLE OF CONTENTS
Introduction .......................................1
Notational Conventions .................1
Choosing a Location ..........................2
Rack Space Requirements...............2
Environmental Conditions .............2
Preparing for the Installation ...........2
Providing Necessary Tools ..............2
Taking ESD Precautions ..................2
Unpacking the PX502 Tape Library ...2
Installing the Library .........................3
Locating the Mounting Position ....3
Installing the Library ......................4
Initial Configuration .....................11
Multiple Library Stacks....................15
Introduction 0
The PX502 tape library is an automated storage and retrieval device consisting of
up to two tape drives and up to 32 SDLT cartridges or 38 LTO tape cartridges (see
figure 1).
Notational Conventions 0
This instruction uses the following conventions:
This document explains how to unpack the PX502 tape library and install it in a
standard 19 in. rack. Once the library is unpacked and installed, set up the library
using the instructions in the
PX500 Series User’s Guide PN 81-81290. This
installation procedure will take approximately 4 hours to complete.
Figure 1 PX502 Tape Library
NOTE:Notes emphasize important information related to the main topic.
CAUTION:Cautions indicate potential hazards to equipment and are included
to prevent damage to equipment.
WARNING:Warnings indicate potential hazards to personal safety and are
included to prevent injury.
NOTE:It is recommended to review the entire document prior to beginning the
installation.

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Choosing a Location 0
When choosing an installation site for the PX502, consider
the following requirements:
•Rack Space Requirements
•Environmental Conditions
Rack Space Requirements 0
Ta b l e 1 contains the rack requirements for the PX502 tape
library.
Table 1 Rack Requirements
Environmental Conditions 0
The installation site must have the following environmental
conditions:
• Humidity: 20%-80% non-condensing
• Temperature: 10°C-35°C (50°F-95°F)
• Altitude: -500 to 10,000 feet (-152 to 3048 meters)
These environmental conditions apply when the PX502 tape
library is in operation.
Preparing for the Installation 0
Before you begin the installation procedure in this section,
make the following preparations as described in this
section:
•Providing Necessary Tools
•Taking ESD Precautions
Dimensions PX502
Depth 31 in (78.7 cm)
Width 19 in (48.3 cm)
Height 6.75 in (17 cm), 4U
Weight 52 lbs (23.6 kg)
Air Clearance Open 4 in (10 cm) behind unit
for proper air flow
NOTE:For additional specifications, refer to the
Quantum PX500 Series User’s Guide (PN 81-
81290)
Providing Necessary Tools 0
Provide the following tools for unpacking and installing the
PX502 tape library:
• #1 PHILLIPS® screwdriver
• #2 PHILLIPS screwdriver
• #1 flat blade screwdriver
• Allen wrench (2.5mm and 3mm) included in accessory
kit
• Antistatic wrist strap included in accessory kit
Ta k i n g E S D P r e c a u t i on s 0
Some components within the PX502 tape library contain
static-sensitive parts. To avoid damaging these parts while
performing installation procedures, always observe the
following precautions:
• Keep the PX502 turned off during all installation
procedures.
• Use an antistatic wrist strap (included in the accessory
kit).
• Keep static-sensitive parts in their original shipping
containers until ready for installation. Look for the ESD
sticker to identify static sensitive parts.
• Avoid touching connectors and other components.
Unpacking the PX502 Tape Library 0
This section explains how to unpack the PX502 tape library
and move it to its final installation location.
NOTE:Dry climates and cold-weather heating
environments have lower relative humidity and
are more likely to produce static electricity.
NOTE:Inspect the outer library packaging for damage. If
there is any damage evident on the library
packaging, do not continue with the installation
and contact Quantum customer support.

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By following these instructions, you help ensure that the
system will continue to be safeguarded after it arrives at the
installation site.
Unpack and remove the following components from the
packing materials (see figure 2):
1Remove the accessories kit and set it aside.
2With the help of a second person, lift the library chassis
up and out of the shipping carton.
3Place the library on a table approximately waist high.
Figure 2 Unpacking the PX502
NOTE:Unpack the library as close to the installation
location as possible.
WARNING:At least two people are required to move the
library chassis.
CAUTION:Lift the library chassis at the sides. Avoid
putting the weight of the library chassis on
the front bezel.
Accessory kit
Foam
PX502 tape
library
Foam
Front bezel
Lift point
4Remove the antistatic sheet:
aCut the tape strips securing the sheet.
bFold the sheet down.
cWith the help of a second person, lift the library up
off of the antistatic sheet.
dPlace the library on the table or desk next to the
antistatic sheet.
eIf this is a multiple library stack, refer to “Multiple
Library Stacks” on page 15 before proceeding.
The PX502 is ready to install.
Installing the Library 0
Installing a PX502 tape library in a rack consists of the
following steps:
•Locating the Mounting Position
•Installing the Library
•Initial Configuration
Locating the Mounting
Position 0
The PX502 tape library is designed to fit in a standard 19
inch wide rack.
It is important to the library installation to locate the hole
pattern in the rack rails (see figure 3). The library must be
installed at the beginning of the hole pattern. Refer to
table 2 for information on common rack hole types.

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Table 2 Rack Hole Types
Figure Description
Square rack holes are the most
common type of rack holes. They
can accept either cage nuts which
mount from the back of the rail or
clip nuts which clip on from the
side of the rack rail.
Through holes require clip nuts to
accept mounting hardware.
Threaded holes require neither
cage or clip nuts to accept
mounting hardware.
NOTE:The rails within the rack have a hole pattern that
repeats throughout the rail. Xmarks the screw
positions. Install nut clips (included in the
accessory kit) on the rails if necessary.
Cage nut
Clip nut
Clip nut
Figure 3 Rail Hole Pattern
Installing the Library 0
Installing the PX502 tape library consists of the following
steps:
•Installing the Rack Mount Shelves
•Installing the Library Chassis
•Cabling the Library
WARNING:If the rack is empty at the time of installation,
do NOT install the PX502 tape library too
high in the rack. The weight of the library
may cause the rack to become “top heavy”
and unstable if installed in the top of an
empty rack. Begin installing the PX502 tape
library from the bottom of the rack if more
than one library is installed.
NOTE:If this is an upgrade to an existing library system,
see “Multiple Library Stacks” on page 15.
.625 in (15.9 mm)
.625 in (15.9 mm)
.5 in (12.7 mm)
.625 in (15.9 mm)
.625 in (15.9 mm)
Top of rack
.312 in (7.92 mm)
.5 in (12.7 mm)
Hole pattern
The marks above (X)
indicate the location of
mounting hardware on the
rack rails. Ensure that any
necessary mounting
hardware is installed on the
rack rails prior to installing
the chassis.
1 PX502 System (4U)
1U = 1.75 in
(44.45mm)
4U
Front panel screws
mounting positions
Back panel screws
mounting positions
Front panel screws
mounting positions

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Table 3 Library Mounting Hardware
Qty Figure Description
16 Allen head screws (M5
x 10) for shelf
assembly
PN 90-87203-01
8 T- nuts (M5)
PN 74-87575-01
4 metric
and 4
standard
Rail adapters (both
metric and standard
holes are included, 8
total adapters, see
figure 6)
PN 74-88052-01
(metric)
PN 74-88053-01
(standard)
2 Right and left support
shelves (left shown)
PN 74-88055-01
(shelf)
PN 74-88056-01
(extender)
4 sets Front and back rail
mountinghardware
(M4 x 12 allen screws
and mounting plates)
PN 74-88054-01
(plate)
PN 90-87203-03
(screws)
2 sets Back bracket hardware
(M5 x 8 allen screws
and mounting plate)
PN 74-88057-01
(bracket)
PN 90-87275-01
(screws)
2 sets Back clamp hardware
(M5 x 10 and back
clamp)
PN 90-87343-08
(screws)
PN 74-88058-01
(clamp)
Extender
Shelf
Installing the Rack Mount Shelves 0
Before installing the rack mount shelves, you must collect
the following information:
• Type of rack mount rails (square hole, through hole, or
threaded hole)
• Depth of rack (34 in, 86.3 cm minimum depth
recommended; however, rack depths of 24 in, 60.9 cm
to 36 in, 91.4 cm are supported)
1Assemble the rack mount shelves (left and right):
aDetermine the mounting hole locations. The holes
used to attach the two halves of the rack mount
shelves differ depending on the depth of the rack
(see figure 4).

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Figure 4 Rack Mount Shelf Depth
Requirements
bLoosely attach the adjustable rack mount shelves
(extenders and shelves) with 4 M5 x 10 Allen screws
and T-nuts (see figure 7).
Use these holes for rack
depths of 27 in (68.5 cm)
to 36 in (91.4 cm)
Use these holes for rack
depths of 24 in (60.9 cm)
to 28 in (71.1 cm)
Left shelf oriented
with FlexLink™
opening toward front
of rack
Use these holes for rack
depths of 27 in (68.5 cm)
to 36 in (91.4 cm)
Use these holes for rack
depths of 24 in (60.9 cm)
to 28 in (71.1 cm)
Right shelf oriented
with FlexLink opening
toward back of rack
Front of rack
Back of rack
Back of rack
Front of rack
Figure 5 Assembling the Left and
Right Rack Mount Shelves
cDetermine the type of rail adapter required for your
rack. Each rail adapter is marked with the specific
hole type supported, either metric or standard (see
figure 6).
M5 x 10 Allen screws
M5 x 10 Allen screws
T-nuts
T-nuts
Left-hand rackmount shelf
Right-handrackmountshelf
T-nuts must be
oriented as
shown to properly
fit in the shelf
adjustment slot
T-nuts must be oriented as
shown to properly fit in the
shelf adjustment slot
The metal fold
must be toward
the outside of
the self as
shown
The metal fold
must be toward
the outside of
the self as
shown
Back of rack
Front of rack
Front of rack
Back of rack
Extender
Extender

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Figure 6 Rail Adapter Types
dAttach the appropriate rail adapter to the front and
back of the rack mount shelves (right and left) with 2
M5 x 10 Allen screws per adapter (see figure 7).
Use the rail adapters with
blocks on rails with square
hole patterns
Use the rail adapters with
circle pegs (opposite blocks)
on rails with non-threaded
circle hole patterns
Use the rail adapters with
small circle pegs on rails
with threaded circle hole
patterns (M6 on one side and
M5 on the other side)
Figure 7 Assembling the Left-
Hand Rack Mount Shelf
2Install the left and right rack mount shelves into the
rack (the rack mount shelves adjust 27 in. to 36 in.) and
secure with the following parts in four locations (see
figure 8):
• Mounting plate
• 2 M4 x 12 Allen screw.
NOTE:The rack mount shelves must be installed on the
inside rack rails.
M5 x 10 Allen
screws
Rail adapter
Leftshelf
FlexLink opening
located towards the
back for the right-
hand shelf
Arrow must
point up
M5 x 10 Allen
screws
M5 x 10 Allen
screws
Rail adapters
Rightshelf
M5 x 10 Allen
screws
Rail adapter
Arrow must
point up

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Figure 8 Installing the Rack
Mount Shelves
3Once the rack mount shelves are secured to the rack,
tighten the Allen screws securing the adjustable shelves
(right and left) together (see figure 9).
Left shelf
Right shelf
Mounting
plate
M4 x 12
Allen screws
Figure 9 Tightening the Rack
Mount Shelves
Installing the Library Chassis 0
1The back mounting brackets are lettered (A through I)
so the correct mounting position is easily determined.
The mounting positions differ depending on the depth
of the rack (see table 4).
WARNING:The PX502 tape library weighs approximately
52 lbs (23.6 kg). At least two people are
required to lift and install the library.
NOTE:If the depth of the rack is less than 27 in, do not
install the back mounting brackets or clamps.
Tighten screws to secure
both rack mounting rails

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Table 4 Back Mounting Bracket
Orientation
Once the location is determined, attach the back
brackets to each side of the library with four M5 x 8
Allen screws (see figure 10).
Rack Depth Back Mounting
Bracket
(Mounting
Position)
Back Mounting
Clamp
#1
Holes
#2
Holes
24 to 25 in. Back bracket and
clamp not required
N/A N/A
25 to 26 in. Back bracket and
clamp not required
N/A N/A
26 to 27 in. Back bracket and
clamp not required
N/A N/A
27 to 28 in. Use holes A and C X
28 to 29 in. Use holes B and D X
29 to 30 in. Use holes C and E X
30 to 31 in. Use holes D and F X
31 to 32 in. Use holes E and G X
32 to 33 in. Use holes F and H X
33 to 34 in. Use holes G and I X
34.5 to 35.5 in. Use holes F and H X
35.5 to 36.5 in. Use holes G and I X
NOTE:If your rack has a depth less than 27 in., the back
brackets and back clamps are not used.
#1 Holes
#2 Holes
Back mounting bracket
Back mounting clamp
Figure 10 Installing the Back
Mounting Brackets
2Install the library into the rack as shown in figure 11
and secure the library to the rack with four PHILLIPS
screws.
Figure 11 Installing the PX502 in
the Rack
NOTE:If this is a multiple stack configuration, refer to
“Multiple Library Stacks” on page 15 for
information on preparing the library chassis for
passing tape cartridges from one unit to another.
WARNING:The PX502 tape library weighs approximately
52 lbs (23.6 kg). At least two people are
required to lift and install the library.
Right-hand back
bracket shown.
Back mounting
bracket
M5 x 8 Allen
screws
PHILLIPS screws

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3Secure the back of the library to the rack with two
mounting clamps (refer to table 4 for information on
the correct mounting holes to use) and two M5 x 10
Allen screws on each clamp (see figure 12).
4Secure the mounting clamps to the rack rails with two
PHILLIPS screws on each side (see figure 12).
Figure 12 Securing the Back of
the Library
5To install the tape drives into the library:
aRemove the tape drive cover plates (if necessary,
some libraries ship with one tape drive installed) by
loosening the captive screws securing the plate to
the library chassis (see figure 13).
NOTE:If the depth of the rack is less than 27 in, do not
install the back mounting brackets or clamps.
Left-hand back
bracket shown.
M5 x 10
Allen screws
PHILLIPS
screws
Back mounting
clamp
Figure 13 Removing the Tape
Drive Cover Plates
bInsert the tape drive(s) into the drive bay(s) slowly
until the connectors are seated. Refer to figure 14 for
drive bay numbering (see the
Quantum PX500 Series
Tape Drive Installation Instructions PN 81-81301 for
information).
Figure 14 Installing the Tape
Drives
cTighten the tape drive thumbscrews using a flat
blade screwdriver.
dRepeat these steps to install another tape drive in a
different location, if desired.
The library chassis is installed in the rack.
Cabling the Library 0
1Connect the SCSI cables and jumpers as shown in the
following figures:
•Figure 15 SCSI System Controller Board
•Figure 16 Surrogate SCSI System Controller Board
Cover plate
Tape
drive
bay 1
Tape drive
bay 2
Tape
drive 2
Ta p e
drive 1
Back of Library

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•Figure 17 Native Fibre Channel System Controller
Board
Figure 15 PX502 Cable
Configuration (SCSI System
Controller Board)
Figure 16 PX502 Cable
Configuration (Surrogate)
NOTE:Quantum ships sufficient SCSI cables and
terminators with the libraries to set up two-drives
per SCSI bus. One tape drive per SCSI bus may be
necessary for optimum performance. Refer to
your tape drive documentation.
NOTE:SCSI cable lengths should not exceed:
• 39.37 feet (12 meters) between the host and
the library for single drive per bus installations.
NOTE:When operating in surrogate mode, the SCSI host
connection must be made to tape drive 1.
Back of Library
SCSI host
Ethernet
Power
SCSI System Controller Board
Tape drive 1Tape drive 2
Back of Library
SCSI hostEthernet
Power
Surrogate System
Controller Board
Tape drive 2 Tape drive 1
Figure 17 PX502 Cable
Configuration (Native Fibre
Channel)
2Connect one end of an AC power cable to each
installed power supply and to a wall outlet.
Initial Configuration 0
Initially configuring the library consists of the following
steps:
•Turning on the Library
•Removing the Remaining Packing Materials
•Setting the Library Options
•Setting the Date and Time
•Setting Network Information
Turning on the Library 0
To turn on the library:
1Verify that:
• Power cables are firmly in place
• All doors are closed and latched
2Turn on the library by pushing power button located on
the bottom left-hand corner of the OCP (see figure 18).
Back of Library
Fibre Channel
host/SAN
Ethernet
Power
Tape drive 2 Tape drive 1
LTO Tape drives
shown. SDLT drives
have a single FC port
Fibre Channel
host/SAN
Fibre Channel
host/SAN

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Figure 18 Turning on the Library
The power up sequence can take several minutes. The
first message displaying will be “Are the internal
packaging materials removed?” Continue with
Removing the Remaining Packing Materials
Removing the Remaining Packing Materials 0
Now that you have installed the library chassis and powered
on the system, you MUST remove the remaining packing
materials from the library chassis before the library is
operational.
1Put on an antistatic wrist strap and clip it to the library
chassis.
2IFthere is space above the library to remove the top
cover, remove the twelve PHILLIPS screws securing the
top cover and FlexLink cover to gain further access to
the internal packaging restraints (see figure 19). If there
is no space above the PX502 library to remove the top
cover, continue with Step 3.
CAUTION:Take standard ESD precautions when
performing this procedure.
Power button
OCP
Figure 19 Removing the Top
Cover (Optional Step)
3When the library powers on for the first time, the OCP
asks you: “Are the packaging materials removed?” (YES
or NO).
4Press NO to continue. The OCP displays “Doors opened,
magazines released, pull magazines out before power
shutoff.” The library waits approximately 30 seconds
for you to open the doors, remove both magazines
from the library, and remove the foam blocks.
CAUTION:Pressing Yes when the internal packaging
restraints are in place will damage the library
robotics.
NOTE:If you are unable to remove the magazines before
the library shuts down. Turn on the library power
and repeat the steps above.

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5After the library has powered down, remove the foam
restraints by completing the following steps (see
figure 20):
aDetach the tie band holding the two sides of the
metal restraints together and remove it from the
library.
bRemove the metal restraints from the library.
cLift the left foam restraint slightly up and remove it
from the library.
dSlide the right foam restraint to the right until you
are clear of the robotics motor and remove the
restraint from the library.
CAUTION:Avoid touching the printed circuit board.
CAUTION:When removing the foam restraints, ensure
that the robotics umbilical cable is lying
down in the correct position inside the
platform and not across the robotics track.
Figure 20 Removing the Foam
Restraints
eInstall the tape cartridge magazines.
fClose the front doors.
gIf you have removed the top cover for better access,
install the top cover back on the library.
NOTE:Save the robotics restraints and re-usable tie wrap
for later shipping or relocation of the library.
NOTE:Refer to the
PX500 Series User’s Guide (PN 81-
81290) for more information on loading the tape
cartridge magazines.
Tie band
Metal
restraint
Metal
restraint
Foam
restraints
Robotics
umbilical
cable

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Setting the Library Options 0
To set the library options:
1Turn on the library by pushing power button located on
the bottom left-hand corner of the OCP (see figure 18).
2The OCP asks you: “Are the packaging materials
removed?” (YES or NO).
3Press YES to continue.
4The OCP asks again: “Are you sure the packaging
materials are removed?” (YES or NO).
5Press YES to continue. The library continues the boot
process. When complete, the Home screen displays.
6Press Setup from the Home screen. The OCP displays
the Setup screen (see figure 21):
Figure 21 Setup Screen
7From the Setup screen, use the up and down arrows to
highlight Cabinet and press Enter.
The Cabinet Setup screen displays (see figure 22):
Figure 22 Cabinet Setup Screen
8The Cabinet Setup screen allows you to configure the
following information about the library (see table 5):
Enter
Table 5 Setting Up the Cabinet
Setting the Date and Time 0
To set the date and time:
1From the Setup screen, use the up and down arrows to
highlight Date and Time and press Enter.
The Date and Time screen displays (see figure 23):
Figure 23 Date and Time Screen
The Date and Time screen displays the following
information about the library:
Cabinet Options Description
Host bus Sets the SCSI ID for both the
library and tape drives.
Stack role Assigns the library stack role
as Master, Slave, or Stand
alone (solo). There can be only
one Master library in a
multiple stack. Once
configured as a slave, all
library OCP functions can be
controlled via the Master
library OCP. The library model
number will also change to
PX500S indicating a stacked
library configuration. The
library model number is
available from the home
screen on the Master library
OCP.
Left load port Enables or disables the left
load port
Right load port Enables or disables the right
load port
Drive FUP from tape Allows you to perform a tape
drive firmware update from a
firmware update tape
cartridge.

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2Use the up and down arrows to view or edit the time
zone, date, and time information. Press Enter to accept
the new settings.
3When you are finished viewing/editing the date and
time information, press Exit to return to the Setup
screen.
Setting Network Information 0
To view or edit the network information:
1From the Setup screen, use the up and down arrows to
highlight Network and press Enter.
The Network screen displays (see figure 24):
Figure 24 Network Screen
The Network screen allows you to view or edit the
following network settings:
• DHCP (default setting)
• IP address
• Subnet mask
•Defaultgateway
2Use the up and down arrows to select the network
setting you wish to view or edit and press Enter.
When you are finished viewing/editing the network
information, press Back, then Exit to return to the
Setup screen.
3For the network information such as the IP address to
be active or take effect, you must power down the
library by holding down the power button located on
the front of the library after changing any of the
network settings (see figure 18).
The library shuts down.
4Push the power button to start the library.
The PX502 tape library is initially configured and ready
for use.
NOTE:If you are using DHCP, you do not have to setup
the following network information. Once the
library is on-line, it is ready to use.
NOTE:The library must be offline to change these
settings.
Multiple Library Stacks 0
If the library will be installed in a rack with other PX500
Series libraries, you must prepare each chassis prior to
installation. Preparing the library chassis for installation into
a multiple library stack consists of:
• Removing the FlexLink cover plates
• Installing the alignment hardware
To prepare the library chassis for multiple stack operation:
1Remove two PHILLIPS screws securing each FlexLink
cover located on the top and bottom of the library
using a #1 PHILLIPS screwdriver (see figure 25).
NOTE:If the library is NOT being installed with other
libraries to operate in a multiple library stack, it is
not necessary to complete the following
instructions.
NOTE:It is recommended to place the Master library in
the middle of the library stack for improved
performance.
NOTE:Remove the bottom FlexLink cover on every library
except the bottom library in the stack. Remove
the top FlexLink cover on the bottom library in the
stack.

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Figure 25 Removing the FlexLink
Cover
2The alignment hardware installed on the top and
bottom of the libraries in a multiple stack allow the
FlexLink bays to align correctly when installed in a rack.
Install the following alignment hardware (see
figure 26):
aInstall the top alignment hardware with two Allen
head screws.
bInstall the bottom alignment hardware with one
Allen head screw.
Screws
FlexLink cover
Remove only the top
FlexLink cover on the
bottom library in the
stack
FlexLink cover
Screws
Remove only the
bottom FlexLink
cover on the top
library in the stack
Top
Bottom
Figure 26 Installing the
Alignment Hardware
The libraries are prepared for installation in a multiple
stack.
NOTE:Install only the bottom alignment hardware on
the top library in the stack and the top alignment
hardware on the bottom library in the stack.
Top alignment hardware
Screws
Screws
Bottom alignment hardware
Top
Bottom