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Failure to do so may impact your new IBM 4560SLX Tape Library at peak performance and reliability, follow the maintenance procedures described in Chapter 5, "Maintenance" on page 43. 4560SLX Tape Library User's Guide Important: To maintain your product warranty.
Failure to do so may impact your new IBM 4560SLX Tape Library at peak performance and reliability, follow the maintenance procedures described in Chapter 5, "Maintenance" on page 43. 4560SLX Tape Library User's Guide Important: To maintain your product warranty.
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...the mail slot (left magazines only) . . . 41 Bar code labels 42 Chapter 5. Adding a tape drive . . . 67 Appendix B. Library configuration . . . . 21 Setting a SCSI ID 21 Setting up reserved tape cartridge slots . . . . . 23 Chapter 4. Using the NeoCenter utility 55 Establishing communication with your.... . 87 Fail-over operation 88 Cartridge elevator terms 88 iii Maintenance 43 Supported media 43 Running a cleaning cartridge 43 © Copyright IBM Corp. 2002 Automatically running a cleaning cartridge . . . 43 Manually running a cleaning cartridge . . . . 44 Replacing a cleaning ...
...the mail slot (left magazines only) . . . 41 Bar code labels 42 Chapter 5. Adding a tape drive . . . 67 Appendix B. Library configuration . . . . 21 Setting a SCSI ID 21 Setting up reserved tape cartridge slots . . . . . 23 Chapter 4. Using the NeoCenter utility 55 Establishing communication with your.... . 87 Fail-over operation 88 Cartridge elevator terms 88 iii Maintenance 43 Supported media 43 Running a cleaning cartridge 43 © Copyright IBM Corp. 2002 Automatically running a cleaning cartridge . . . 43 Manually running a cleaning cartridge . . . . 44 Replacing a cleaning ...
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... - Country-unique Terms 103 Appendix F. Notices 111 Trademarks 112 Electronic emission notices 112 Federal Communications Commission (FCC) statement 112 iv 4560SLX Tape Library: User's Guide Field replaceable units (FRUs 97 Appendix E. Warranty information . . . 99 Warranty period 99 Service and support 99... Warranty information on the World Wide Web . 99 Online technical support 99 Telephone technical support 99 IBM Statement of Limited Warranty Z125-4753-06 8/2000 101 Part 1 - Specifications 91 Hardware 91 Environmental 92 Safety 92 Electromagnetic...
... - Country-unique Terms 103 Appendix F. Notices 111 Trademarks 112 Electronic emission notices 112 Federal Communications Commission (FCC) statement 112 iv 4560SLX Tape Library: User's Guide Field replaceable units (FRUs 97 Appendix E. Warranty information . . . 99 Warranty period 99 Service and support 99... Warranty information on the World Wide Web . 99 Online technical support 99 Telephone technical support 99 IBM Statement of Limited Warranty Z125-4753-06 8/2000 101 Part 1 - Specifications 91 Hardware 91 Environmental 92 Safety 92 Electromagnetic...
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... better serve you for the installer and user of the IBM® 4560SLX Tape Library. v Chapter 2, "Installation" provides installation procedures and descriptions of field replaceable units (FRUs). v Appendix B, "Adding a library module" contains procedures for adding an additional tape drive. v Appendix F, "Notices" contains trademarks and legal notices. v Chapter 3, "Library configuration" explains how to run and replace a cleaning cartridge. Register...
... better serve you for the installer and user of the IBM® 4560SLX Tape Library. v Chapter 2, "Installation" provides installation procedures and descriptions of field replaceable units (FRUs). v Appendix B, "Adding a library module" contains procedures for adding an additional tape drive. v Appendix F, "Notices" contains trademarks and legal notices. v Chapter 3, "Library configuration" explains how to run and replace a cleaning cartridge. Register...
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... or use the library. Introduction The IBM 4560SLX Tape Library is a backup and restore solution for high-end xSeries™ servers. Base LTO drive sled - Sections in this chapter include: v Contents v Configurations v Library interfaces v Front panel v Magazine doors v Magazines v Mail slots v Power supply v Tape drives v Library controller board v Robotics v Multi-module library systems Contents In addition to the 4560SLX Tape Library. Base SDLT drive sled -
... or use the library. Introduction The IBM 4560SLX Tape Library is a backup and restore solution for high-end xSeries™ servers. Base LTO drive sled - Sections in this chapter include: v Contents v Configurations v Library interfaces v Front panel v Magazine doors v Magazines v Mail slots v Power supply v Tape drives v Library controller board v Robotics v Multi-module library systems Contents In addition to the 4560SLX Tape Library. Base SDLT drive sled -
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.... - Fibre Option User Guide v SDLT magazine option (Part number: 59P6661) - Left magazine - Front panel The front panel of the unit directly under the tape drives. Barcode pack - 4560SLX Tape Library Quick Installation Guide v Cartridge elevator option (Part number: 59P6662) - Contact your proof of purchase if an item is provided through VHDCI 68-pin SCSI connectors...
.... - Fibre Option User Guide v SDLT magazine option (Part number: 59P6661) - Left magazine - Front panel The front panel of the unit directly under the tape drives. Barcode pack - 4560SLX Tape Library Quick Installation Guide v Cartridge elevator option (Part number: 59P6662) - Contact your proof of purchase if an item is provided through VHDCI 68-pin SCSI connectors...
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... in Figure 3. This mail slot enables you can configure the library to insert or remove a single media cartridge without interrupting library operation. Magazines The 4560SLX Tape Library contains two removable tape cartridge magazines that are opened using the touch screen. Note: The magazine must match the installed tape drive. For example, an LTO magazine should be installed on...
... in Figure 3. This mail slot enables you can configure the library to insert or remove a single media cartridge without interrupting library operation. Magazines The 4560SLX Tape Library contains two removable tape cartridge magazines that are opened using the touch screen. Note: The magazine must match the installed tape drive. For example, an LTO magazine should be installed on...
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Tape drives The 4560SLX Tape Library supports a 0-drive, 1-drive, or 2-drive configuration as shown in Figure 6. Tape drive connectors Library controller board The library contains a rear-access adapter cage (see Figure 8 on the rear of the library directly under each tape drive as shown in Figure 7. 1 Tape drive 1 2 Tape drive 2 Figure 6. SCSI I/O is accomplished through two VHDCI-series 68-pin SCSI connectors located on page 7) and a PCI backplane. All inactive...
Tape drives The 4560SLX Tape Library supports a 0-drive, 1-drive, or 2-drive configuration as shown in Figure 6. Tape drive connectors Library controller board The library contains a rear-access adapter cage (see Figure 8 on the rear of the library directly under each tape drive as shown in Figure 7. 1 Tape drive 1 2 Tape drive 2 Figure 6. SCSI I/O is accomplished through two VHDCI-series 68-pin SCSI connectors located on page 7) and a PCI backplane. All inactive...
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... a mounted bar code reader for scanning tape cartridges installed in the magazines and tape drives as shown in Figure 9 on page 63. The microprocessor enables the SCSI interface between the library and the host system, including Web TLC (Total Library Control). For more information on Web TLC... a physical scan are conducted each time the library is powered up and place tapes throughout a 180° arc that consists of a cartridge shuttle, motor hardware, motor drives, and other support electronics. 1 Rear access card cage 2 Library controller board Figure 8. Web TLC enables you ...
... a mounted bar code reader for scanning tape cartridges installed in the magazines and tape drives as shown in Figure 9 on page 63. The microprocessor enables the SCSI interface between the library and the host system, including Web TLC (Total Library Control). For more information on Web TLC... a physical scan are conducted each time the library is powered up and place tapes throughout a 180° arc that consists of a cartridge shuttle, motor hardware, motor drives, and other support electronics. 1 Rear access card cage 2 Library controller board Figure 8. Web TLC enables you ...
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... to the host computer system and 8 4560SLX Tape Library: User's Guide Cartridge elevator mounting location and connector Any combination of modules, not exceeding a height of module and drive combinations. A library module system appears to form a multi-module, rack-mounted configuration. Library robotics Multi-module library systems The 4560SLX Tape Library is an expandable tape library that enables easy installation and removal. Therefore...
... to the host computer system and 8 4560SLX Tape Library: User's Guide Cartridge elevator mounting location and connector Any combination of modules, not exceeding a height of module and drive combinations. A library module system appears to form a multi-module, rack-mounted configuration. Library robotics Multi-module library systems The 4560SLX Tape Library is an expandable tape library that enables easy installation and removal. Therefore...
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... of power to the cartridge elevator drive motor is switched from the original primary master library to the newly-assigned secondary master library. Introduction 9 The 4560SLX Tape Library supports fail-over mode. For example, if the primary master library fails, you can invoke the library system fail-over protection for multi-unit library configurations. The source of the connected...
... of power to the cartridge elevator drive motor is switched from the original primary master library to the newly-assigned secondary master library. Introduction 9 The 4560SLX Tape Library supports fail-over mode. For example, if the primary master library fails, you can invoke the library system fail-over protection for multi-unit library configurations. The source of the connected...
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...a rack-mount installation. © Copyright IBM Corp. 2002 11 Statement 4 CAUTION: ≥18 kg (37 lbs) ≥32 kg (70.5 lbs) ≥55 kg (121.2 lbs) Use safe practices when lifting. Chapter 2. Note: When lifting the library use a mechanical lifter or a two ...person minimum. See "Installation considerations" on page 12 identifies the parts needed for considerations relating to install the 4560SLX Tape Library. Installation Setup This chapter explains how to multi-unit ...
...a rack-mount installation. © Copyright IBM Corp. 2002 11 Statement 4 CAUTION: ≥18 kg (37 lbs) ≥32 kg (70.5 lbs) ≥55 kg (121.2 lbs) Use safe practices when lifting. Chapter 2. Note: When lifting the library use a mechanical lifter or a two ...person minimum. See "Installation considerations" on page 12 identifies the parts needed for considerations relating to install the 4560SLX Tape Library. Installation Setup This chapter explains how to multi-unit ...
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... are provided. If you are installing the library on the IBM Netbay42 Enterprise rack, clip nuts ( 8 and 10 ) are provided. Rack mounting the library Attaching the slide members to the library To attach the slide members to the sides of the chassis using eight hex screws ( 2 ). 12 4560SLX Tape Library: User's Guide Attach the inner slide members...
... are provided. If you are installing the library on the IBM Netbay42 Enterprise rack, clip nuts ( 8 and 10 ) are provided. Rack mounting the library Attaching the slide members to the library To attach the slide members to the sides of the chassis using eight hex screws ( 2 ). 12 4560SLX Tape Library: User's Guide Attach the inner slide members...
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... touches the rack. 6. With the doors open, attach the library to the rack using two 10-32 captive thumbscrews (located on...Figure 15 on each side of the slide member assembly. Lift the library and visually align the inner and middle slide members. (It is good...7. 3. Install a clip or cage nut on page 15.) 14 4560SLX Tape Library: User's Guide Ensure that hold the doors in the front position....1. Slide the library completely into the extended rack-mounted middle slide members. Installing the library module 2. Installing a library in the rack To install a library in Figure 14...
... touches the rack. 6. With the doors open, attach the library to the rack using two 10-32 captive thumbscrews (located on...Figure 15 on each side of the slide member assembly. Lift the library and visually align the inner and middle slide members. (It is good...7. 3. Install a clip or cage nut on page 15.) 14 4560SLX Tape Library: User's Guide Ensure that hold the doors in the front position....1. Slide the library completely into the extended rack-mounted middle slide members. Installing the library module 2. Installing a library in the rack To install a library in Figure 14...
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... and the appropriate device driver software. Retaining screws 8. Re-insert the drives. 10. Connect the ac power supply to a host system, the host system must be found in the library and its robotics is a high-performance system. When two or more ...screws. 11. Close the doors. 12. Installation 15 Chapter 2. SCSI cable configurations The 4560SLX Tape Library supports multiple SCSI cable configurations on the front panel). 9. Figure 15. Interface cable specifications The library is a separate SCSI device. For information on assigning SCSI IDs, see "Setting a...
... and the appropriate device driver software. Retaining screws 8. Re-insert the drives. 10. Connect the ac power supply to a host system, the host system must be found in the library and its robotics is a high-performance system. When two or more ...screws. 11. Close the doors. 12. Installation 15 Chapter 2. SCSI cable configurations The 4560SLX Tape Library supports multiple SCSI cable configurations on the front panel). 9. Figure 15. Interface cable specifications The library is a separate SCSI device. For information on assigning SCSI IDs, see "Setting a...
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... host system Figure 17 on page 17 shows a typical SCSI cable configuration for a library with two tape drives installed using a single host system. 16 4560SLX Tape Library: User's Guide The library uses high performance tape drives. The tape drive performance might be degraded if you attach too many drives to a single SCSI host controller. SCSI configuration Your specific configuration will depend on...
... host system Figure 17 on page 17 shows a typical SCSI cable configuration for a library with two tape drives installed using a single host system. 16 4560SLX Tape Library: User's Guide The library uses high performance tape drives. The tape drive performance might be degraded if you attach too many drives to a single SCSI host controller. SCSI configuration Your specific configuration will depend on...
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Installation 17 1 SCSI terminator 2 To library controller card Figure 17. Two tape drives single host 3 Jumper cable 4 To host system Two tape drives on a dual host system Figure 18 shows a typical SCSI cable configuration for a library with two tape drives installed using a dual host system. 1 SCSI terminator 2 To library controller card 3 To host (drive 1) Figure 18. Two tape drives dual host 4 To host (drive 2) 5 SCSI terminator Chapter 2.
Installation 17 1 SCSI terminator 2 To library controller card Figure 17. Two tape drives single host 3 Jumper cable 4 To host system Two tape drives on a dual host system Figure 18 shows a typical SCSI cable configuration for a library with two tape drives installed using a dual host system. 1 SCSI terminator 2 To library controller card 3 To host (drive 1) Figure 18. Two tape drives dual host 4 To host (drive 2) 5 SCSI terminator Chapter 2.
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Single host multi-unit system 18 4560SLX Tape Library: User's Guide Multiple libraries on a single host system Figure 19 shows a typical SCSI cable configuration for a multi-unit library with a varying number of drives using a single host system. 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 WAN 1 To host system 2 SCSI terminator Figure 19.
Single host multi-unit system 18 4560SLX Tape Library: User's Guide Multiple libraries on a single host system Figure 19 shows a typical SCSI cable configuration for a multi-unit library with a varying number of drives using a single host system. 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 WAN 1 To host system 2 SCSI terminator Figure 19.
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Installation 19 Connect the supplied power cord to the ac receptacle located on the back of the library module as shown in Figure 21 on your library Use the following instructions to apply power to the library: 1. Dual host multi-unit system Turning on page 20. Chapter 2. Multiple libraries on a dual host system Figure 20 shows a typical SCSI cable configuration for a library with multiple libraries and tape drives installed using a dual host system. 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 WAN 1 To host system 2 SCSI terminators Figure 20.
Installation 19 Connect the supplied power cord to the ac receptacle located on the back of the library module as shown in Figure 21 on your library Use the following instructions to apply power to the library: 1. Dual host multi-unit system Turning on page 20. Chapter 2. Multiple libraries on a dual host system Figure 20 shows a typical SCSI cable configuration for a library with multiple libraries and tape drives installed using a dual host system. 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 WAN 1 To host system 2 SCSI terminators Figure 20.
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When power is first applied to on "|". 3. The library default screen will appear. 4. Toggle the power switch to the libraries, a series of Power-On Self Test (POST) diagnostics are performed. Select Continue. Press the touch screen to activate the display. Powering library module 2. After the POST completes, the Initialization screen will display. 20 4560SLX Tape Library: User's Guide 1 Power cord 2 Power switch 3 Touch screen Figure 21.
When power is first applied to on "|". 3. The library default screen will appear. 4. Toggle the power switch to the libraries, a series of Power-On Self Test (POST) diagnostics are performed. Select Continue. Press the touch screen to activate the display. Powering library module 2. After the POST completes, the Initialization screen will display. 20 4560SLX Tape Library: User's Guide 1 Power cord 2 Power switch 3 Touch screen Figure 21.