Quantum Scalar i6 User manual

Scalar i6 QUICK START
The Scalar i6 features simple, cartridge-based media handling with active vault and Extended Data Life
Management (EDLM) partitions that automatically scan media for certain issues. For complete documentation,
including pre-installation requirements, refer to the Scalar i6 Documentation Center:
http://quantum.com/scalari6docs.
Activate your warranty and register your product with Quantum: www.quantum.com/startup
Your system will include a single Control Module, or a Control and at least one Expansion Module (EM).
Installing the Scalar i6
A summary of the steps is below. For details, see:
Install > Single Module Installation or Install > Multi-Module Installation.
For safety information, see Resources > Safety Information.
Step 1 Unpack the library, and remove the top cover and restraints.
Step 2 Multi-module installation only: Remove the robot and
the bottom cover; then install the bottom cover on the
bottom module of the library.
Step 3 Mount the library in the rack. For specifications, see
“Rack” in the Technical Specifications section of the
Site Planning Guide.
Step 4 Multi-module installation only: Add EMs, and install the
robot and the top cover.
Step 5 Install components, and cable the library.
Step 6 Connect to the WebGUI, and install the firmware.
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Step 7 Log on, and run the Installation Verification Test (IVT).
Expansion Module
Control Module
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Operating and Maintaining the Scalar i6
At a minimum, you must complete the steps below to get your system up and running.
Step 1 Add licenses. See Operate > User Guide > Licenses.
Step 2 Define I/E slots. See Operate > User Guide > Library > I/E Area.
Step 3 Define cleaning slots. See Operate > User Guide > Library > Library Cleaning Slots.
Step 4 Create a partition. See Operate > User Guide > Partitions.
For information about configuring other parts of the system, such as setting the date and time, registering
the library, and configuring library contact information, see:
Install > Single Module Installation or Install > Multi-Module Installation.
Make sure to learn how coordinates work,
because this will help you locate drives,
slots, and media in your library.
See Operate > Understanding Coordinates.
Now that your system is up and running, use the Status menu to view hardware and library statuses.
Set up email notification for anyone who needs to
know about potential issues and information, such as:
•Media integrity, security, and usage
•Drive cleaning and utilization
•Reports about the system