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...1-5 Bar code reader 1-6 SAS host interface 1-6 Encryption 1-6 Supported Internet Protocols 1-7 Simple Network Management Protocol (SNMP) messaging 1-7 Network Time Protocol 1-7 Ultrium tape drives 1-8 Media 1-8 Logical Unit Number (LUN) scanning . . . . . 1-9 Location coordinates and element addresses . . . 1-9 Library specifications 1-10 Product environment 1-11 Supported device drivers 1-12 Chapter 4. Operations 4-1 The Operator Panel 4-3 Monitoring the library 4-3 Managing the library 4-4 Configuring the library 4-9 Servicing the library 4-14 The Web User Interface...
...1-5 Bar code reader 1-6 SAS host interface 1-6 Encryption 1-6 Supported Internet Protocols 1-7 Simple Network Management Protocol (SNMP) messaging 1-7 Network Time Protocol 1-7 Ultrium tape drives 1-8 Media 1-8 Logical Unit Number (LUN) scanning . . . . . 1-9 Location coordinates and element addresses . . . 1-9 Library specifications 1-10 Product environment 1-11 Supported device drivers 1-12 Chapter 4. Operations 4-1 The Operator Panel 4-3 Monitoring the library 4-3 Managing the library 4-4 Configuring the library 4-9 Servicing the library 4-14 The Web User Interface...
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... magazine command 4-5 4-8. Firmware revision 4-4 4-5. Figures | 1-1. Rear panel components 1-5 1-6. Securing the rear of a cartridge 5-9 Front panel LEDs 6-8 Cartridge magazine lock release access hole 8-2 vii Network settings 3-16 3-17. Save configuration 3-24 3-27. Location coordinates 1-10 2-1. Password entry screen 2-4 2-4. Creating the rail assemblies 3-5 3-5. Encryption enabled settings 3-19 3-20. Front panel components 1-2 1-3. Web User Interface login screen 3-13 3-13. Cartridge release gate 3-27 3-28. TL1000 Tape...
... magazine command 4-5 4-8. Firmware revision 4-4 4-5. Figures | 1-1. Rear panel components 1-5 1-6. Securing the rear of a cartridge 5-9 Front panel LEDs 6-8 Cartridge magazine lock release access hole 8-2 vii Network settings 3-16 3-17. Save configuration 3-24 3-27. Location coordinates 1-10 2-1. Password entry screen 2-4 2-4. Creating the rail assemblies 3-5 3-5. Encryption enabled settings 3-19 3-20. Front panel components 1-2 1-3. Web User Interface login screen 3-13 3-13. Cartridge release gate 3-27 3-28. TL1000 Tape...
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... firmware supports a 6 or 8-character volume serial number (VOLSER) on the bar code label on tape drives (desktop, stand-alone, and within libraries) is configured and managed by Field Technical Sales Support (FTSS), customer documentation, and software support for SAS drives. The encryption enabled drive contains the necessary hardware and firmware to the host application, Operator Panel, and Web User Interface. The Encryption function on the tape cartridge. In some instances, SSRs are provided by way of different sizes and types...
... firmware supports a 6 or 8-character volume serial number (VOLSER) on the bar code label on tape drives (desktop, stand-alone, and within libraries) is configured and managed by Field Technical Sales Support (FTSS), customer documentation, and software support for SAS drives. The encryption enabled drive contains the necessary hardware and firmware to the host application, Operator Panel, and Web User Interface. The Encryption function on the tape cartridge. In some instances, SSRs are provided by way of different sizes and types...
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...Gateway 0.0.0.0 IPv6 settings Disabled DHCP (Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol) Enabled Stateless auto-configuration Static IP address Enabled Disabled IPv6 address 0:0:0:0:0:0:0:0 Prefix length 64 Gateway 0:0:0:0:0:0:0:0 DNS setting Disabled DNS IP address 0.0.0.0 PHYSICAL Library name (Blank) Auto Cleaning Bar code label length Disabled 8 characters LOGICAL 3-10 Dell PowerVault TL1000 Tape Autoloader User's Guide The power switch removes power from the outlet. Configuring the library The library can be configured with the Operator Panel and the Web User Interface...
...Gateway 0.0.0.0 IPv6 settings Disabled DHCP (Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol) Enabled Stateless auto-configuration Static IP address Enabled Disabled IPv6 address 0:0:0:0:0:0:0:0 Prefix length 64 Gateway 0:0:0:0:0:0:0:0 DNS setting Disabled DNS IP address 0.0.0.0 PHYSICAL Library name (Blank) Auto Cleaning Bar code label length Disabled 8 characters LOGICAL 3-10 Dell PowerVault TL1000 Tape Autoloader User's Guide The power switch removes power from the outlet. Configuring the library The library can be configured with the Operator Panel and the Web User Interface...
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... TIME NTP server Disabled NTP server address 0.0.0.0 Time zone (GMT) +00:00 Date (MM/DD/YYYY) 01/08/2008 Auto adjustment by PC Every 1 minute NOTIFICATIONS SMTP (mail) settings Mail server address 0.0.0.0 Mail event Error events enabled SNMP (trap) settings Community Public Trap event Error events enabled SNMPv3 engine ID (Set by a Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol (DHCP) server, the network parameters are automatically set. Table 3-2. Once remote access is serviced by library firmware) Static library network settings must be entered with the Web User Interface...
... TIME NTP server Disabled NTP server address 0.0.0.0 Time zone (GMT) +00:00 Date (MM/DD/YYYY) 01/08/2008 Auto adjustment by PC Every 1 minute NOTIFICATIONS SMTP (mail) settings Mail server address 0.0.0.0 Mail event Error events enabled SNMP (trap) settings Community Public Trap event Error events enabled SNMPv3 engine ID (Set by a Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol (DHCP) server, the network parameters are automatically set. Table 3-2. Once remote access is serviced by library firmware) Static library network settings must be entered with the Web User Interface...
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...Operator Panel top menus Monitoring the library Configuration settings Service View Error Status Diagnostics View Firmware Revision Telnet Service Port* * For use by technical support personnel only. Configuration settings Use Configuration > View Settings to display a list of cleaning slots when Auto cleaning is enabled - I /O Station* Unlock Magazine Commands Configuration View Current Information Service Logout * If enabled. Link speed - IP address protocol - Top Level Unlock I /O station (On/Off) - Number of the library configuration settings. Model number Chapter 4. Configuration View...
...Operator Panel top menus Monitoring the library Configuration settings Service View Error Status Diagnostics View Firmware Revision Telnet Service Port* * For use by technical support personnel only. Configuration settings Use Configuration > View Settings to display a list of cleaning slots when Auto cleaning is enabled - I /O Station* Unlock Magazine Commands Configuration View Current Information Service Logout * If enabled. Link speed - IP address protocol - Top Level Unlock I /O station (On/Off) - Number of the library configuration settings. Model number Chapter 4. Configuration View...
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... is used for the library. v DHCP - (Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol) Enable DHCP to set the IP address of the library manually. 4-12 Dell PowerVault TL1000 Tape Autoloader User's Guide Configuring network settings Configuration Configure Network Settings Configure Link Speed Set Auto Negotiation Set 10 Base-T Full Set 10 Base-T Half Set 100 Base-T Full Set 100 Base-T Half Configure DHCP Configure DHCP IPv4 Enable DHCP IPv4 Disable DHCP IPv4 Configure DHCP Ipv6 Enable DHCP IPv6 Disable DHCP Ipv6 Change IP Address Set IP Address Ipv4 Set IP Address Ipv6 Change Subnet Mask Set...
... is used for the library. v DHCP - (Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol) Enable DHCP to set the IP address of the library manually. 4-12 Dell PowerVault TL1000 Tape Autoloader User's Guide Configuring network settings Configuration Configure Network Settings Configure Link Speed Set Auto Negotiation Set 10 Base-T Full Set 10 Base-T Half Set 100 Base-T Full Set 100 Base-T Half Configure DHCP Configure DHCP IPv4 Enable DHCP IPv4 Disable DHCP IPv4 Configure DHCP Ipv6 Enable DHCP IPv6 Disable DHCP Ipv6 Change IP Address Set IP Address Ipv4 Set IP Address Ipv6 Change Subnet Mask Set...
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... be reset after restoring factory default settings. See "Configuring date and time settings" on page 3-10. - Select to enter the library IP address with the following settings: v Back light - v Subnet Mask - Select to enter four gateway IP addresses with the IPv4 protocol. - Select to enter the gateway IP address with the IPv6 protocol. Configuring Operator Panel settings Configuration Configure Op Panel Settings Configure LCD Back Light Enable Auto Back Light Input Count (min) Disable Auto Back Light Change Login Password New Password Reenter Password...
... be reset after restoring factory default settings. See "Configuring date and time settings" on page 3-10. - Select to enter the library IP address with the following settings: v Back light - v Subnet Mask - Select to enter four gateway IP addresses with the IPv4 protocol. - Select to enter the gateway IP address with the IPv6 protocol. Configuring Operator Panel settings Configuration Configure Op Panel Settings Configure LCD Back Light Enable Auto Back Light Input Count (min) Disable Auto Back Light Change Login Password New Password Reenter Password...
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... in the library where the event occurred v Event level v Description of the event 4-34 Dell PowerVault TL1000 Tape Autoloader User's Guide Click Refresh to display the operator intervention log for the operator intervention event comprises: v Index number of the event v Date the event occurred v Time the event occurred v Unit in memory on the library control board. You can be filtered to read the log of information, warning, and error events that occurred for the...
... in the library where the event occurred v Event level v Description of the event 4-34 Dell PowerVault TL1000 Tape Autoloader User's Guide Click Refresh to display the operator intervention log for the operator intervention event comprises: v Index number of the event v Date the event occurred v Time the event occurred v Unit in memory on the library control board. You can be filtered to read the log of information, warning, and error events that occurred for the...
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... types of errors from the tape library. Information about errors and action to display errors with sense data information. v Library/Drive error code ([Code]) For example, in log entry 010, a [0222] error states that error in Appendix C, "Sense data," on page A-1. The summary can select an error in the Index List panel to display data specific to display a log history summary of errors that are listed in state of Prevent Media Removal. View Library Logs screen Select Service Library > View...
... types of errors from the tape library. Information about errors and action to display errors with sense data information. v Library/Drive error code ([Code]) For example, in log entry 010, a [0222] error states that error in Appendix C, "Sense data," on page A-1. The summary can select an error in the Index List panel to display data specific to display a log history summary of errors that are listed in state of Prevent Media Removal. View Library Logs screen Select Service Library > View...
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... and drive firmware are updated. 4-38 Dell PowerVault TL1000 Tape Autoloader User's Guide This action supports any changes made to increase overall reliability, improve tape handling, reduce the possibility of the library. 2. Select the Drive component in an S4H library: 1. To update library and drive firmware: 1. Ensure that release. Firmware Update screen Select Service Library > Firmware Update to display the graphical view of data errors, and enhance diagnostic capabilities. Note: It is installed in the library code...
... and drive firmware are updated. 4-38 Dell PowerVault TL1000 Tape Autoloader User's Guide This action supports any changes made to increase overall reliability, improve tape handling, reduce the possibility of the library. 2. Select the Drive component in an S4H library: 1. To update library and drive firmware: 1. Ensure that release. Firmware Update screen Select Service Library > Firmware Update to display the graphical view of data errors, and enhance diagnostic capabilities. Note: It is installed in the library code...
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..., see "Diagnosing a problem" on page 6-8. Troubleshooting "How the library reports problems" "Library error message content" on page 6-2 "Diagnosing a problem" on page 6-3 "Isolating problems" on page 6-6 "Installation and configuration problems" on page 6-8 "Interpreting front panel LEDs" on page 6-8 "Reseating cables" on page 6-10 "Emailing logs" on page 6-10 | The TL1000 Tape Autoloader is displayed on the Operator Panel. If the problem is charged for the setup and maintenance of problems as soon...
..., see "Diagnosing a problem" on page 6-8. Troubleshooting "How the library reports problems" "Library error message content" on page 6-2 "Diagnosing a problem" on page 6-3 "Isolating problems" on page 6-6 "Installation and configuration problems" on page 6-8 "Interpreting front panel LEDs" on page 6-8 "Reseating cables" on page 6-10 "Emailing logs" on page 6-10 | The TL1000 Tape Autoloader is displayed on the Operator Panel. If the problem is charged for the setup and maintenance of problems as soon...
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...panel LEDs" on page 4-38. is still reporting errors, power cycle the library. Then... b. Power cycle the library. Reset the library. 2. If the library still fails, reset factory defaults. The Library firmware does not Failure of the error code. Troubleshooting 6-5 a. If the error does not recur, resume normal library operations. If the problem persists, see Appendix A, "Error codes," on attachment interface problems... Power cycle the library. Problem Area Error Codes or TapeAlert Flags | | | | | Firmware Front Panel LEDs Host Attachment Interface Installation and Configuration...
...panel LEDs" on page 4-38. is still reporting errors, power cycle the library. Then... b. Power cycle the library. Reset the library. 2. If the library still fails, reset factory defaults. The Library firmware does not Failure of the error code. Troubleshooting 6-5 a. If the error does not recur, resume normal library operations. If the problem persists, see Appendix A, "Error codes," on attachment interface problems... Power cycle the library. Problem Area Error Codes or TapeAlert Flags | | | | | Firmware Front Panel LEDs Host Attachment Interface Installation and Configuration...
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... the problem. 2. Cycle library power. 3. Failure of the library, clean the drive. 4. Logs You are required to the library; Disable NTP. 2. and the library is ON See "Isolating library power problems." If the power supply seems to be delivering power to download the Using the Web User Interface. Power If the power supply switch is OFF... but the power supply is not completing. 1. If the test fails, replace the library. 5. To further test 6-6 Dell PowerVault TL1000 Tape Autoloader User's Guide...
... the problem. 2. Cycle library power. 3. Failure of the library, clean the drive. 4. Logs You are required to the library; Disable NTP. 2. and the library is ON See "Isolating library power problems." If the power supply seems to be delivering power to download the Using the Web User Interface. Power If the power supply switch is OFF... but the power supply is not completing. 1. If the test fails, replace the library. 5. To further test 6-6 Dell PowerVault TL1000 Tape Autoloader User's Guide...
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... and instructions on page 7-2. See | "ITDT-DCR" on page 7-1 for problems with the host interface cabling, the HBA, the device driver, or the backup application software. the interface communication path, run the internal performance read/write test. 6. Ensure that the correct IP, netmask, and gateway addresses are case-sensitive. 2. If ITDT-DCR cannot successfully locate the LTO drive, suspect cabling or HBA problems, and skip to Step 3. This function writes and reads data...
... and instructions on page 7-2. See | "ITDT-DCR" on page 7-1 for problems with the host interface cabling, the HBA, the device driver, or the backup application software. the interface communication path, run the internal performance read/write test. 6. Ensure that the correct IP, netmask, and gateway addresses are case-sensitive. 2. If ITDT-DCR cannot successfully locate the LTO drive, suspect cabling or HBA problems, and skip to Step 3. This function writes and reads data...
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...: Many backup applications use their own drivers for the library and drive. Interpreting front panel LEDs Light emitting diodes (LEDs) on page 1-9. These models require an HBA that all connections are still experiencing difficulty with your library, | see "Contacting Dell technical support" on how to determine whether a step was missed or misread. v Backup application installation: Refer to the documentation included with installing or configuring your backup application software for instructions on page...
...: Many backup applications use their own drivers for the library and drive. Interpreting front panel LEDs Light emitting diodes (LEDs) on page 1-9. These models require an HBA that all connections are still experiencing difficulty with your library, | see "Contacting Dell technical support" on how to determine whether a step was missed or misread. v Backup application installation: Refer to the documentation included with installing or configuring your backup application software for instructions on page...
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... the problem persists, see "Contacting Dell technical support" on initialization, a RAM (base area) error was detected. Observe LEDs. Library error codes Table A-1. Upgrade/reinstall firmware and try again. Reseat all cables. Library error codes Code (H) Description Panel Indication Action Required 0000 No valid error code information. - 0001 0002 0003 At power-on page 7-2. 0008 A usable drive could not be detected. At power-on page 7-2. All 4 LEDs ON Ready/Activity LED ON and Error LED...
... the problem persists, see "Contacting Dell technical support" on initialization, a RAM (base area) error was detected. Observe LEDs. Library error codes Table A-1. Upgrade/reinstall firmware and try again. Reseat all cables. Library error codes Code (H) Description Panel Indication Action Required 0000 No valid error code information. - 0001 0002 0003 At power-on page 7-2. 0008 A usable drive could not be detected. At power-on page 7-2. All 4 LEDs ON Ready/Activity LED ON and Error LED...
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... 00 Cartridge fault - C-6 Dell PowerVault TL1000 Tape Autoloader User's Guide A hardware failure has been detected in the drive. 50 00 Write Append Error - A write type command failed because the point at the start of the command. 3A 00 Media Not Present - A Mode Select command has been used to a problem with the drive. 53 02 Media Removal Prevented - A command could not be completed due to the drive during the Data phase. 4E 00 Overlapped Commands - Table C-4. A media access command has been...
... 00 Cartridge fault - C-6 Dell PowerVault TL1000 Tape Autoloader User's Guide A hardware failure has been detected in the drive. 50 00 Write Append Error - A write type command failed because the point at the start of the command. 3A 00 Media Not Present - A Mode Select command has been used to a problem with the drive. 53 02 Media Removal Prevented - A command could not be completed due to the drive during the Data phase. 4E 00 Overlapped Commands - Table C-4. A media access command has been...
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... key manager 3-18 Encryption Key Manager (EKM) 3-18 encryption key manager configuration 3-18 encryption policy 3-18, 4-27 encryption settings 4-27 environmental specifications 1-10 error codes A-1, A-11 Error LED 2-1 error logs 6-2, 6-10 error messages 6-2, A-11 error messages and resolutions 6-2 error status 4-14 ethernet port 1-5, 3-8 F firmware 4-4 firmware, updating 4-38 frequency, electrical supply 1-10 front panel 1-2 G gateway 3-16, 3-24, 4-12 glossary F-1 H hardware attributes, viewing 4-4 Host Bus Adapter (HBA) 1-9 host interface cable 3-8 Host interface cables, connecting...
... key manager 3-18 Encryption Key Manager (EKM) 3-18 encryption key manager configuration 3-18 encryption policy 3-18, 4-27 encryption settings 4-27 environmental specifications 1-10 error codes A-1, A-11 Error LED 2-1 error logs 6-2, 6-10 error messages 6-2, A-11 error messages and resolutions 6-2 error status 4-14 ethernet port 1-5, 3-8 F firmware 4-4 firmware, updating 4-38 frequency, electrical supply 1-10 front panel 1-2 G gateway 3-16, 3-24, 4-12 glossary F-1 H hardware attributes, viewing 4-4 Host Bus Adapter (HBA) 1-9 host interface cable 3-8 Host interface cables, connecting...
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... safety xiii rack mounting 3-2 rack mounting rails 3-2 RAID 1-9 random access mode 3-14, 3-26, 4-10 Read/Write capability 5-3 X-2 Dell PowerVault TL1000 Tape Autoloader User's Guide Ready/Activity LED 2-1 rear panel 1-5 rebooting the drive 4-8 rebooting the library 4-8 removing accessor locking screw 3-7 removing during installation 8-1 reporting library problems 6-1 reporting problems 6-1 reseating cables 6-10 resetting the library and drives 4-37 S safety information laser compliance xii laser safety xii SAS 3-8 SAS Host Interface 1-6, 3-8 SAS interface 1-5 saving/restoring 4-32 SCSI ID...
... safety xiii rack mounting 3-2 rack mounting rails 3-2 RAID 1-9 random access mode 3-14, 3-26, 4-10 Read/Write capability 5-3 X-2 Dell PowerVault TL1000 Tape Autoloader User's Guide Ready/Activity LED 2-1 rear panel 1-5 rebooting the drive 4-8 rebooting the library 4-8 removing accessor locking screw 3-7 removing during installation 8-1 reporting library problems 6-1 reporting problems 6-1 reseating cables 6-10 resetting the library and drives 4-37 S safety information laser compliance xii laser safety xii SAS 3-8 SAS Host Interface 1-6, 3-8 SAS interface 1-5 saving/restoring 4-32 SCSI ID...