Quantum Scalar i2000 User manual

6-00418-11
Scalar i2000
Quantum Scalar i 2000 Library
Quantum Scalar i2000 Library
Planning Guide Planning Guide Planning Guide Planning Guide

Scalar i2000 Planning Guide, 6-00418-11, February 2008, Made in USA.
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Contents
Chapter 1 About This Guide and Your Product 1
Product Safety Statements................................................................................ 1
Product Model Number.................................................................................... 2
Explanation of Symbols and Notes ................................................................. 2
Other Documents You Might Need ................................................................ 3
Getting More Information or Help.................................................................. 4
Chapter 2 Description 5
Control Module.................................................................................................. 7
Expansion Modules ......................................................................................... 19
I/O Management Unit .................................................................................... 21
Host Attachment.............................................................................................. 23
Remote Management ...................................................................................... 23
Managing Your Remote Library.................................................................... 24
Capacity on Demand....................................................................................... 28
Encryption and Quantum’s Encryption Key Manager .............................. 28

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Chapter 3 System Specifications 30
Performance Specifications............................................................................. 30
Environmental Specifications......................................................................... 31
Electrical Specifications................................................................................... 31
Physical Specifications .................................................................................... 35
Module Foot Pad Positions............................................................................. 53
Module Floor Cutout....................................................................................... 54
Drive Requirements and Compatibility ....................................................... 55
Barcode Requirements .................................................................................... 58
Chapter 4 Site Preparations 60
General Information ........................................................................................ 61
Physical Environment ..................................................................................... 63
Access Conditions............................................................................................ 64
Required Configuration Information............................................................ 69
SAN Readiness ................................................................................................. 71
Additional Comments..................................................................................... 71

Scalar i2000 Planning Guide 1
Chapter 1
1About This Guide and Your
Product
This guide contains information necessary for site planning prior to the
installation of the Scalar i2000. This guide is intended for anyone
interested in learning about or anyone that needs to know how plan for
the installation of the Scalar i2000.
This guide is intended to be used by system administrators, information
technology professionals, and Quantum professional services and service
personnel who will be involved with the installation of the library.
Product Safety Statements
This product is designed for data storage and retrieval using magnetic
tape. Any other application is not considered the intended use. Quantum
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
CAUTION
Be sure to read all operating instructions in this
manual and in the System, Safety, and Regulatory
Information Guide before operating this product.

Chapter 1 About This Guide and Your Product
Product Model Number
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bodily injury, damage to the equipment, or interference with other
equipment.
Product Model Number
The Scalar i2000 model number is as follows: SCi2000
Explanation of Symbols and Notes
The following symbols appear throughout this document to highlight
important information.
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.
CAUTION
Indicates a situation that may cause possible
damage to equipment, loss of data, or
interference with other equipment.

Chapter 1 About This Guide and Your Product
Other Documents You Might Need
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Other Documents You Might Need
The following documents are also available for this product. These
documents can be found on the product CD or at www.quantum.com/
support.
•Scalar i2000 User’s Guide (6-00421-xx)
• Quantum Intelligent Libraries Basic SNMP Reference (6-01159-xx)
•System, Safety, and Regulatory Information Guide (6-00618-xx)
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 in the
product box or at www.quantum.com/support.

Chapter 1 About This Guide and Your Product
Getting More Information or Help
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Getting More Information or Help
More information about this product is available on the Service and
Support website at www.quantum.com/support. The Service and
Support Website 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 Quantum:
Global Call Handling 1-800-284-5101
For additional contact information: www.quantum.com/support
To open a Service Request: www.quantum.com/esupport

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Chapter 2
2Description
The Scalar i2000 library automates the retrieval, storage, and control of
cartridges. The cartridges are mounted and retrieved from tape drives
using a robotic assembly that is driven by application software from the
host without operator intervention.
The library can be installed on a solid or a raised floor. The library has a
standard 19-inch rack footprint and can be placed in a standard server
rack space. Access is from the access and service doors so the library can
be placed with either side against a wall, or between racks.
The library is designed for ease of installation, configuration, and field
upgrades. The minimum library configuration consists of one control
module. Up to seven expansion modules can be added to the control
module as storage and tape drive requirements change. The maximum
library can be configured to accommodate from 102 through 3,492 LTO or
from 100 through 2,915 SDLT cartridges, from 1 through 96 tape drives,
and from 1 through 8 Import/Export (I/E) stations. See figure 1 on
page 6.
This chapter provides a description of the following features and
components:
•Control Module on page 7
•Expansion Modules on page 19
•I/O Management Unit on page 21
•Host Attachment on page 23
•Remote Management on page 23

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•Managing Your Remote Library on page 24
•Capacity on Demand on page 28
•Magazine and Drive Location in the Control Module on page 16
Figure 1 Front View of a
Control Module and Expansion
Module
control module
expansion module
touch screen
I/E station
access doors
operator panel