Dell PowerVault TL1000 Tape Autoloader User's Guide
Dell PowerVault TL1000 Tape Autoloader User's Guide
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Contents Read this first . . . . . . . . . . . . iii Chapter 4. Operations . . . . . . . . 4-1 Contacting Dell . The Operator Panel . . . Monitoring the library . Managing the library . . Configuring the library . Servicing the library . . The Web User Interface . . Monitoring the library . Managing the library . Configuring the library . Servicing the library . . . . . . . . . . . . . . iii Figures . . . . . . . . . . . . . . vii Tables . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Appendix A. Error codes . . . . . . A-1 Library sense data. . Tape drive sense data . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . C-1 . C-3 Library error codes . . . . . . . . . . . A-1 Drive error codes . . . . . . . . . . . A-11 Web User Interface error messages . . . . . . A-11 Trap definitions (types) . . . . . . . . . A-14 Appendix D. Library Configuration Form . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . D-1 Appendix B. TapeAlert flags . . . . . B-1 Accessibility . . . . . . . . . . . .
Figures | 1-1. | 1-2. 1-3. 1-4. 1-5. 1-6. 1-7. 2-1. 2-2. 2-3. 2-4. 2-5. 2-6. 2-7. 2-8. 2-9. 2-10. 3-1. | 3-2. | | 3-3. 3-4. 3-5. 3-6. 3-7. 3-8. 3-9. 3-10. 3-11. 3-12. 3-13. 3-14. 3-15. 3-16. 3-17. 3-18. 3-19. 3-20. 3-21. 3-22. 3-23. 3-24. 3-25. 3-26. 3-27. 3-28. 4-1. 4-2. 4-3. 4-4. 4-5. 4-6. 4-7. 4-8. 4-9. TL1000 Tape Autoloader . . . . . . . 1-1 Front panel components . . . . . . . 1-2 Cartridge Magazine . . . . . . . . . 1-4 Cartridge magazine (top view) . . . . . 1-4 Rear panel components. . . . .
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Tables 1. 1-1. 1-2. 1-3. 1-4. 1-5. 1-6. 1-7. 1-8. 1-9. 2-1. 3-1. 3-2. 5-1. 5-2. 5-3. 5-4. Class I Laser Product . . . . . . . . xii Data capacity and recording format 1-2 Front panel component descriptions 1-2 Rear panel component descriptions 1-5 Ultrium data and cleaning cartridge compatibility with Ultrium tape drive . . . 1-9 Physical specifications. . . . . . . . 1-10 Electrical specifications . . . . . . . 1-10 Environmental specifications . . . . . 1-10 Operational specifications . . . . . .
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Safety and environmental notices Safety notices and environmental notices for this product are shown and described. Safety notices Observe the safety notices when this product is used. These safety notices contain danger and caution notices. These notices are sometimes accompanied by symbols that represent the severity of the safety condition. Most danger or caution notices contain a reference number (Dxxx or Cxxx). The sections that follow define each type of safety notice and give examples.
If the symbol is... It means... This part or unit is heavy but has a weight smaller than 18 kg (39.7 lb). Use care when lifting, removing, or installing this part or unit. (C008) A hazardous condition due to the unit's susceptibility to electrostatic discharge. Laser safety and compliance Table 1. Class I Laser Product The library might contain a laser assembly that complies with the performance standards set by the US Food and Drug Administration for a Class I laser product.
Rack safety The following general safety information must be used for all rack mounted devices. DANGER v Always lower the leveling pads on the rack cabinet. v Always install stabilizer brackets on the rack cabinet. v To avoid hazardous conditions because of uneven mechanical loading, always install the heaviest devices in the bottom of the rack cabinet. Always install servers and optional devices, starting from the bottom of the rack cabinet.
CAUTION: Removing components from the upper positions in the rack cabinet improves rack stability during relocation. Follow these general guidelines whenever you relocate a populated rack cabinet within a room or building: v Reduce the weight of the rack cabinet by removing equipment, starting at the top of the rack cabinet. When possible, restore the rack cabinet to the configuration of the rack cabinet as you received it.
Preface | This manual contains information and instructions necessary for the setup, operation, and servicing of the Dell™ PowerVault™ TL1000 Tape Library.
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Chapter 1.
3), 200 GB Tape Cartridge (Ultrium 2), and WORM (Ultrium 6, Ultrium 5, Ultrium 4). The library data storage capacity can be further increased by using hardware compression. Table 1-1. Data capacity and recording format Type Native Data Capacity Recording Format Ultrium 6 2500 GB (6250 GB at 2.5:1 compression) Reads and writes data on 2176 tracks, 16 tracks at a time. Ultrium 5 1500 GB (3000 GB at 2:1 compression) Reads and writes data on 1280 tracks, 16 tracks at a time.
Table 1-2. Front panel component descriptions (continued) Number Component Description 3 Cartridge magazine The tape library has a single cartridge magazine that can hold up to 9 data cartridges, or 8 data cartridges with a 1-slot I/O station. See Figure 1-3 on page 1-4. Column 5/Tier 1 in the cartridge magazine can be configured as a 1-slot I/O station. Column 5/Tier 2 in the cartridge magazine is reserved for the exchange position and can be accessed by the library only.
Cartridge magazine o l T um ie n r 5 1 C C o l T um ie n r 5 2 o l T um ie n r 4 1 C C o l T um ie n r 4 2 o l T um ie n r 3 1 C o l T um ie n r 3 2 C o l T um ie n r 2 1 C o l T um ie n r 2 2 C o l T um ie n r 1 1 C o l T um ie n r 1 2 1 a29z0025 C 2 3 Figure 1-3. Cartridge Magazine 1 Cartridge locations as they appear in the Library Map. Note: These labels are for reference only and do not display on the magazine.
Rear panel 5 4 1 2 6 a29z0003 3 Figure 1-5. Rear panel components Table 1-3. Rear panel component descriptions Number Component 1 Power connector 2 Power switch The library is powered ON when the power supply switch on the rear panel is ON (|). The library has no independent power switch on the front panel. 3 SAS host interface connector Serial-attached SCSI host interface cable connection.
Bar code reader The bar code reader is a part of the library accessor. The bar code reader reads each cartridge bar code label that identifies the types of cartridge magazines and tape drive that is installed in the library. It also provides inventory feedback to the host application, Operator Panel, and Web User Interface. The library stores the customized inventory data in memory. Library firmware supports a 6 or 8-character volume serial number (VOLSER) on the bar code label on the tape cartridge.
Supported Internet Protocols | The TL1000 Tape Autoloader supports the Internet protocols: v IPv4 v IPv6 To learn more about IPv4, visit http://www.iana.org/. To learn more about IPv6, visit http://www.ipv6.org/.. Simple Network Management Protocol (SNMP) messaging Occasionally, the library might encounter a situation that you want to know about, such as an open magazine or a fault that causes the library to stop.
Ultrium tape drives The TL1000 Tape Autoloader supports the Ultrium 4 (S4H), Ultrium 5 (S5H), and Ultrium 6 (S6H) half-high tape drives. | a80hh015 The Ultrium 4, Ultrium 5, and Ultrium 6 half-high tape drives support the Serial Attached SCSI (SAS) interface. They have one Mini-SAS (SFF-8088) connector. Figure 1-6.
Table 1-4.
Front Reserved slot Rear Column 5 Column 4 Column 3 Column 2 Tier 2 Tier 2 Tier 2 Tier 2 Column 5 Column 4 Column 3 Column 2 Column 1 Tier 1 Tier 1 Tier 1 Tier 1 Tier 1 Column 1 Tier 2 Drive Accessor Figure 1-7. Location coordinates A storage element address is assigned to each cartridge at the time the cartridge is inserted.
Table 1-7. Environmental specifications (continued) Parameter Operating (see Note) Storage Shipping 0 - 2,500 0 - 2,500 0 - 2,500 Altitude (meters) Note: The operating environment of the library must not conflict with the media storage requirements. The library can operate at elevated temperatures for an extended period. However, the temperature might shorten the useful life of media that is stored in the library.
v Keep the library out of printer and copier rooms because of toner and paper dust. Additionally, do not store paper supplies next to the library. v Keep the library away from moving air caused by doorways, open windows, fans, and air conditioners. Ensure that the machine covers are always kept closed to minimize any contamination from airborne particles. Supported device drivers Device drivers enable the drive to interact with various servers.
Chapter 2. User interfaces “Operator Panel” “Web User Interface” on page 2-5 The library has a local interface, the Operator Panel, and a remote Web User Interface (UI). The Operator Panel is on the front of the library and allows users to work locally on the library. The Web User Interface allows users and administrators to view and perform some library functions from remote sites. The Web User Interface is implemented as a Java™ Applet that runs in a web browser from any PC on the network.
Table 2-1. Operator Panel component descriptions (continued) Number Component 4 Cancel key Button that is used to cancel a user action and return to the last menu item 5 Enter key Button that is used to display a submenu or to select a user action 6 Description Ready/Activity Green LED lit when the unit is powered ON. The LED LED flashes when there is any library activity or the library is offline.
error LED is ON. The error code remains on the Operator Panel until a key is pressed, which causes the Operator Panel to return to the Home Screen. Numeric error codes are used for unrecoverable errors. Otherwise, text status messages are displayed. When the library powers ON or resets, it goes through several internally controlled initialization processes, called the Power-On-Self-Test (POST). Front panel LEDs All LEDs are updated during power ON and reset sequences.
1. After you navigate to the menu item, press the Enter key to select the menu item. 2. With the Plus and Minus keys, select one of the various predefined states for that item. 3. Press the Enter key to apply the new state. Entering numerical values Numerical values are needed for network addresses, password entries, and other configuration entries. 1. After you navigate to the menu item, the current value is displayed and the cursor highlights the first digit of the value that can be changed. 2.
Screen elements 3 a29z0030 2 1 Figure 2-4. Screen elements The Operator Panel displays a single menu item ( 1 in Figure 2-4) on each screen. The existence of other menu items above and below the currently displayed item is indicated by the arrows ( 2 in Figure 2-4) on the right side of the screen. a29z0032 In the Configuration menu, the current configuration setting is indicated by an asterisk ( 3 in Figure 2-4) on the right side of the screen.
a29z0194 Figure 2-6. Java security warning message a29z0195 After the Web User Interface is started, the login window is displayed. Figure 2-7. Login page The factory default account login and password for an Administrator account is v Account: admin v Password: secure The account name and password are case-sensitive. After your account name and password are entered, use your mouse to click Login or press the Enter key. For information about account privileges, see “User privileges” on page 2-8.
v Logoff - Click to log out of the Web User Interface. Menus available from the Web User Interface a29z0196 Figure 2-8 shows the Web User Interface window for a User account, Figure 2-9 shows the window for a Superuser account, and Figure 2-10 on page 2-8 shows the window for an Administrator account. a29z0197 Figure 2-8. User account window Figure 2-9. Superuser account window Chapter 2.
a29z0198 Figure 2-10. Administrator account window For a complete description of all Web User Interface menu options, see Chapter 4, “Operations,” on page 4-1. User privileges User privilege levels are manually assigned to user accounts created within the library. Controlling access to screens and operations within the library preserves the integrity of the library and the data that is stored within the library. There are three types of user privileges in the library.
Chapter 3.
Table 3-1. Location criteria (continued) Criteria Definition Clearance v Back: Minimum of 15 cm (6 in.) v Front: Minimum of 30 cm (12 in.) v Sides: Minimum of 5 cm (2 in.) Rack requirements Standard EIA 19-inch rack: 1U space Installing in a rack The TL1000 Tape Autoloader can be easily installed into a standard 19-inch rack system. A standard 19-inch rack system contains multiple mounting locations that are called EIA units as defined by the Electronics Industries Association.
a29z0015 | Figure 3-1. Rack mount screw locations for front and rear vertical rails | | 3. Place the screws 11 into the left and right brackets. | | | | 4. Attach the left 3 and right 4 (Figure 3-2 on page 3-4) front brackets to the front of the library chassis with 2 flat-head screws 8 on each side. Use the top two screw holes on each side. The flange of each bracket with the inserted screws ( 11 ) fits into the cutout on each side of the bezel. Chapter 3.
| 8 3 a29z0185 4 11 8 | | Figure 3-2. Attaching the front brackets to the library chassis | 5. Attach the left 1 and right 2 rear brackets to the left 5 and right 6 front rails with 2 round-head screws 10 on each side (Figure 3-3). 12 1 2 5 6 a29z0019 10 Figure 3-3. Attaching the rear brackets to the rails Important: Do NOT tighten these screws completely. 6. Slide in the rear rails 7 from back to front, to create the rail assemblies.
a29z0018 7 Figure 3-4. Creating the rail assemblies | | 7. Install the rail assemblies into the rack (Figure 3-5 on page 3-6). Ensure the 3 holes in the front of the unit align with the 1U space marked on the vertical rails in Step 2. Secure the rails to the rack with 4 flat-head screws 9 on each side of the rack. Use the top and bottom screw locations on the front and rear of the rack rail (Figure 3-1 on page 3-3)). Chapter 3.
9 a29z0020 9 Figure 3-5. Installing the rail assemblies 8. Slide the library chassis into the rack. The heads of the large screws 11 appear through the oval openings on each side of the bezel. Use a Phillips screwdriver to attach these screws to the rack (Figure 3-6). | | | a29z0186 | | | Figure 3-6.
9. Secure the rear of the library to the rack with a round-head screw 10 on each rear bracket (Figure 3-7). Tighten the other rear bracket screws to secure the library to the rack. 10 a29z0022 10 Figure 3-7. Securing the rear of the library in the rack 10. Run the SAS cable, power cable, and Ethernet cable through the hook-and-loop fastener strap 12 . Leave enough slack to reach the corresponding connectors, then tighten the strap (Figure 3-8). a29z0023 12 Figure 3-8.
a29z0102 1 Figure 3-9. accessor locking screw Attaching the library to a server The drive is attached to a server with the Serial Attached SCSI (SAS) interface. The Web User Interface accesses the library with an ethernet interface. Connecting the Host Interface cables To connect the host interface cable to the library: Note: It is recommended that you shut down and turn OFF the associated server before you connect the SAS interface cable.
2. Attach the host end of the SAS cable to the drive’s SAS connector ( 2 in Figure 3-10 on page 3-8). See “SAS host interface” on page 1-6 for information about the type of SAS connector that is required for attachment to the drive. Note: On rack mount installations, run the cable through the hook-and-loop fastener strap on the right rear bracket. 3. Attach the other end of the host SAS interface cable to the host or to an interposer if required. 4.
Important: To disconnect all power from the library, turn the power switch to the OFF position, then remove the power cord from the outlet. The power switch removes power from portions of the library and the drive, but the power supply still has ac power at its input. Note: When the library is power-cycled, wait 10 seconds after the power is OFF before the library is powered ON again. Configuring the library The library can be configured with the Web User Interface or the Operator Panel.
Table 3-2. Default library configuration settings (continued) Configuration Item Default Setting Library mode Random Loop Enabled Auto Load Enabled Active slots 9+0 ENCRYPTION Encryption method None DATE and 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 Mail event 0.0.0.
7. 8. 9. 10. 11. “Configuring encryption settings” on page 3-18 “Configuring email notifications” on page 3-20 “Configuring trap notifications” on page 3-21 “Managing user access” on page 3-23 “Saving the library configuration” on page 3-24 Logging in to the Web User Interface To log in to the Web User Interface: 1. If necessary, obtain the IP address of the library on the Operator Panel. a. From the top menu of the Operator Panel, press the Minus key to select View Current Information, and press Enter.
a29z0099 Figure 3-12. Web User Interface login screen 6. Click Login. a29z0193 Checking firmware level Figure 3-13. System summary Check the current level of library firmware that is displayed in the System Summary. If an updated level of firmware is available, download and update the library firmware before normal operation starts. See “Updating library and drive firmware” on page 4-38. Chapter 3.
Configuring library settings a29z0124 Logical library settings Figure 3-14. Logical library mode settings To configure the library access mode settings for the logical library: 1. Expand Configure Library, if necessary, and click Logical in the left navigation pane of the Web User Interface. 2. Select the Library Mode. v Random - In random mode, the library allows the server's (host's) application software to select any data cartridge in any order.
second digit configures Column 5, Tier 1 of the magazine as an I/O Station (0 when disabled, and 1 when enabled). The Auto Cleaning function can be enabled only if there is at least one inactive position in the magazine. If Auto Cleaning is enabled, the inactive positions become cleaning cartridge positions. 3. Click Submit to enable the settings. a29z0123 Physical library settings Figure 3-15.
a29z0125 Configuring network settings Figure 3-16. Network settings Once the network settings are entered on the Operator Panel, the current network configuration of the library can be modified with the Web User Interface. The changes that are made to the network settings do not take effect until after the library is rebooted. To modify the network settings: 1. Expand Configure Library, if necessary, and click Network in the left navigation pane of the Web User Interface. 2.
– Prefix length - Decimal value that indicates the number of contiguous, high-order bits comprising the network portion of the address. – Gateway - Allows access outside the local network. v DNS setting - Select Use DNS to use a domain name server. The DNS server, if entered, allows the encryption, date and time, and notifications IP addresses to be specified with host names instead of numerical IP addresses. – DNS IP address - Sets the IP address of the DNS server. 4. Click Submit to enable the settings.
– NTP server address - Enter the IP address of the time server. IPv4 and IPv6 addresses are supported, depending on the TCP/IP settings. Host names can be entered instead of numerical IP addresses if Use DNS is selected in the Network settings. – Time zone - Enter the time zone relative to Greenwich Mean Time (GMT). v If the time server is disabled, enter the local time and date manually. – Date - Enter the date with the MM/DD/YYYY format. – Time - Enter the time with the HH:MM:SS format.
a29z0200 Figure 3-19. Encryption enabled settings | | | | | | To modify the encryption settings: 1. Expand Configure Library, if necessary, and click Encryption in the left navigation pane of the Web User Interface. 2. In the Encryption method: drop-down menu, choose Application Managed to enable encryption in your library. No further configuration steps are necessary. Note: Library Managed Encryption and System Managed Encryption are not supported in this Library.
a29z0127 Configuring email notifications Figure 3-20. Email notifications Note: This procedure is optional. To set up email notifications of library events: 1. Expand Configure Library, if necessary, and click Notifications in the left navigation pane of the Web User Interface. 2. Click the SMTP (Mail) Settings tab. 3. Configure the SMTP server and header settings. v SMTP server address - SMTP mail server address. IPv4 and IPv6 addresses are supported.
a29z0128 Configuring trap notifications Figure 3-21. Trap notifications Note: This procedure is optional. SNMP notifications are not enabled unless there is a check mark in the SNMP Enabled check box. To disable SNMP notifications, clear the SNMP Enable check box and click Submit. | The traps that are supported by the TL1000 Tape Autoloader are listed in “Trap definitions (types)” on page A-14. To set up trap notifications for an SNMP server: 1.
a29z0140 Figure 3-22. Trap list settings v Validity - Enable/Disable setting. v Trap version - v1, v2c, or v3. For v2c and v3, the Inform check box determines whether an SNMP INFORM request is sent instead of a trap event. v IP address - IPv4 and IPv6 addresses are supported. Host names can be entered instead of numerical IP addresses if the DNS server is specified. v Community (v1 or v2c) - SNMP community name. v User name (v3 only) - SNMPv3 unique user name.
v Privacy - Privacy service encryption and decryption algorithm, DES or AES. When an algorithm is specified, a privacy password and confirmation of the password are required. 7. Select the event level to report in the Trap event field. 8. Click Test to send a test trap notification to the enabled IP addresses. 9. Click Submit to enable the settings. a29z0122 Managing user access Figure 3-24. User access settings Note: This procedure is optional.
4. Assign a user access role. v User - User access permission allows users to monitor the library, but not to complete functions that affect the library. v Superuser - Superuser access permission allows users to operate the physical and logical library, but not to change configuration settings. v Administrator - Administrator access permission allows users to complete tape library functions and change configuration settings. 5. Click Submit to enable the settings.
2. Link speed (Default: Auto Negotiation) a. Select Configure Network Settings > Configure Link Speed. b. Select the required speed and press Enter. c. Press Enter again to apply the setting, or Cancel to reject the setting. The speed must be set to Set Auto Negotiation for gigabit Ethernet networks. d. Press Cancel to backtrack through the menu hierarchy. 3. DHCP IPv4 (Default: Enabled) a. Select Configure Network Settings > Configure DHCP > Configure DHCPIPv4. b.
c. Press Enter again to apply the setting, or Cancel to reject the setting. d. Press Cancel to backtrack through the menu hierarchy. 9. Press Cancel to return to the Network Settings menu. 10. Press Cancel to return to the Configuration menu. 11. Press Cancel to return to the top menu screen. Configuring library settings To configure the library settings, complete the following procedure: 1. From the top menu screen, press the Minus key to select Configuration, and press Enter. 2.
To stop sequential mode, use the Move Cartridge command to unload the drive. This command cancels sequential mode; the next sequential cartridge is NOT loaded. To restart sequential mode, use the Move Cartridge command again to load a cartridge; the loading sequence resumes from the home position of that cartridge. c. Press Enter again to apply the setting, or Cancel to reject the setting. d. Press Cancel to backtrack through the menu hierarchy. 6.
Note: Column 5 Tier 2 is reserved as the exchange position. This position is accessible by the library only. A locking mechanism prevents insertion of a cartridge into the reserved slot. Each cartridge must be inserted with the indicator arrow on the leading edge of the upper surface of the cartridge pointing towards the cartridge magazine (see Figure 3-28). Note: Do not rely on the bar code label orientation, if attached, to provide an indication of the correct cartridge orientation.
4. When prompted, insert a customer supplied scratch cartridge into the I/O station. When the scratch cartridge is loaded, the bar code reader reads the bar code label on the cartridge and stores it for later comparison. The cartridge is then moved to the tape drive, where the drive runs its own write/read/verify test. When the test is done, the library tells the drive to eject the cartridge, and then the cartridge is moved back to the I/O station.
Note: Library firmware and tape drive firmware are verified and released together. When the latest firmware is updated, verify that all installed components such as the tape drive and library are at the latest levels noted on the Support website. Mixing different levels of library and tape drive firmware is not supported and might cause unpredictable results. Dell suggests that you update library and drive firmware when new levels become available.
Chapter 4.
“The Web User Interface” on page 4-16 Monitoring the Library “The system summary” on page 4-17 “The library map” on page 4-18 Managing the Library “Moving cartridges” on page 4-20 “Unloading the drive” on page 4-21 “Cleaning the drive manually” on page 4-21 “Taking the library online and offline” on page 4-21 “Conducting a library inventory” on page 4-22 “Unlocking the cartridge magazine” on page 4-22 Configuring the Library “Managing user access” on page 4-23 “Configuring physical library settings” on
The Operator Panel Figure 4-1 shows the top-level menu tree structure of the Operator Panel on the front of the TL1000 Tape Autoloader. For details on how to select commands and options, see the description in “Operator Panel” on page 2-1.
Current information View Current Information Figure 4-3. Current information Use View Current Information to display the network settings information. The settings that are displayed include: v Network settings – Worldwide node name – IP address protocol stack – IP address Firmware revision Service View Firmware Revision Figure 4-4. Firmware revision Select Service > View Firmware Revision to display the current version of the library firmware.
a29z0024 Figure 4-6. I/O station unlocked After the I/O station is closed, wait for the library to complete its inventory before you proceed with normal library operations. Note: A blue release gate in the upper left corner of each column in the cartridge magazine prevents each cartridge from falling out of the front of the magazine. When manually releasing the gate with one hand, position your other hand in front of the column opening to protect cartridges that are ejected by the internal column spring.
Moving cartridges Commands Move Cartridge Source Slot Destination Slot Figure 4-8. Move cartridge command Select Commands > Move Cartridge to move data cartridges and cleaning cartridges between the I/O station, storage positions, and tape drive. Specify the following parameters: v Source Slot - Specify a source that contains a cartridge. v Destination Slot - Specify the destination. Press the Enter key to move the cartridge from the source to the destination.
Press the Enter key to move the cleaning cartridge to the drive and start drive head cleaning. The cleaning cartridge is returned to its home position when drive cleaning is finished. Conducting a library inventory Commands Inventory Figure 4-11. Inventory command Select Commands > Inventory to force the library to run an inventory of the cartridge magazine, accessor, and tape drive to refresh the library map.
Select Commands > Move to Ship Position when the library is prepared to move to a new location. The accessor must be placed in a parked position within the library housing. Move to Ship Position finishes all active commands that are received from the host application, does not process any new commands, and moves the accessor to the parked position before the power is turned OFF. 1. When Unlock Magazine is displayed, press the Enter key to unlock the cartridge magazine.
Configuring the library Configuring auto cleaning Configuration Configure Auto Cleaning Enable Auto Cleaning Disable Auto Cleaning Figure 4-17. Auto Cleaning settings Select Configuration > Configure Auto Cleaning to enable or disable automatic head cleaning of the tape drive in the library. | Note: It is recommended that the Auto Clean function is enabled on the library. With the Auto Clean function enabled, drive cleaning occurs automatically.
Configuring the library access mode Configuration Configure Library Configure Library Mode Set Random Mode Set Sequential Mode Configure Loop Mode Enable Loop Mode Disable Loop Mode Configure Autoload Mode Enable Autoload Mode Disable Autoload Mode Figure 4-19. Library access mode settings Select Configuration > Configure Library > Configure Library Mode to set the logical library access mode.
Configuring date and time settings Configuration Configure Library Configure Date/Time Set Date Set Time Figure 4-20. Date and time settings Select Configuration > Configure Library > Configure Date/Time to set the date and time on your library manually after a power disruption and when daylight saving time starts and ends. The date is set in MM/DD/YYYY format, and the time is set in 24-hour HH:MM:SS format.
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 Input IP Address Set IP Address Ipv6 Input IP Address x 4 Change Subnet Mask Set Subnet Mask Input Subnet Mask Set Prefix Length Input Prefix Change Ga
– IPv4 - Select to enter the library IP address with the IPv4 protocol. – IPv6 - Select to enter four library IP addresses with the IPv6 protocol. v Subnet Mask - If DHCP is disabled, set the IP address of the subnet mask. – Subnet Mask - Select to enter the subnet mask address with the IPv4 protocol. – Prefix Length - Select to enter the prefix length for the IPv6 protocol. v Gateway - If DHCP is disabled, set the IP address of the gateway.
To restore your library configuration, see “Saving and restoring configuration settings” on page 4-32. Servicing the library The Service menu on the Operator Panel gives users access to troubleshooting and maintenance diagnostic tools. Checking the library error status Service View Error Status View Library Error Status View Drive Error Status Figure 4-24. Error status menu Select Service > View Error Status to check the status of the major library components.
tells the drive to eject the scratch cartridge, and then the cartridge is moved back to the I/O station. The bar code is read again and compared with the value stored earlier. 3. When prompted, remove the scratch cartridge from the I/O station. The result of the test (PASSED or error message) is reported on the Operator Panel. 4. View the Error Log to check if any errors occur. If an error occurs, see Appendix A, “Error codes,” on page A-1 to identify and locate the problem.
The Web User Interface Figure 4-27 shows all the menu options available from the Web User Interface for the Administrator User account. For information on the menu user access privileges for User, Superuser, and Administrator accounts, see Chapter 2, “User interfaces,” on page 2-1.
Monitoring the library a29z0193 The system summary Figure 4-28. System Summary screen Select Monitor Library > System Summary to display a summary of the status of the tape drive and the library, and the current configuration of the library, comprising: v Library name v Library status (OK, Degraded, or Failed). It displays Not Ready while initializing. v Drive status (OK, Degraded, or Failed).
v Number of cartridges and slot configuration – Cartridge in the drive (0 or 1); Slots value is always “N/A” – Number of cartridges in the active slots; Number of active slots – Number of cartridges in the cleaning/inactive slots; Number of cleaning/inactive slots – Number of cartridges in the I/O Station (0 or 1) when enabled; Number of I/O Station slots – Number of cartridges in the reserved slot; Number of reserved slots v Library firmware version v Library serial number v Drive firmware version a29z011
– Library mode (Random or Sequential). In Sequential mode, Loop and Auto load mode are also displayed.
Managing the library a29z0116 Moving cartridges Figure 4-30. Move Cartridges screen Use Manage Library > Move Cartridges to move data and cleaning cartridges between the I/O station, storage positions, inactive slots, and tape drive. Move cartridges by clicking and dragging a cartridge from one location to another, or by right-clicking a cartridge and selecting a destination. Select a cartridge to display information for that cartridge in the Source pane on the right side of the page.
Note: Each column has a spring loaded mechanism that pushes the cartridges into Tier 1. Moving a second cartridge into a column moves the first cartridge into Tier 2. Cartridges cannot be moved directly from Tier 1 in one column to Tier 2 in another column in a single move operation (intermediate move operations are required). Note: Cartridges cannot be moved to the accessor with this command.
It is sometimes necessary to take the library offline before library servicing functions are completed. Once these operations are finished, it is necessary to bring the library back online. Note: The tape drive is always online, even when the library is offline. Conducting a library inventory Figure 4-34. Inventory screen a29z0138 Select Manage Library > Inventory to force the library to run an inventory of the cartridge magazine, accessor, and tape drive to refresh the library map.
Configuring the library a29z0122 Managing user access Figure 4-37. User Access screen Select Configure Library > User Access to add, modify, or remove administrator, superuser, and user accounts, and to change passwords. Up to 7 users can be configured with the Web User Interface. Add, modify, or remove users with the following information: v Select action – Add - To add new users. – Modify - To change the selected user’s access role or password. – Remove - To delete the selected user from the system.
Click Submit to transfer the settings to the library. A dialog message is displayed when the settings are updated successfully. Click Refresh to read the current settings from the library. a29z0123 Configuring physical library settings Figure 4-38. Physical library settings screen Select Configure Library > Physical to configure the I/O station and auto cleaning.
– Sequential - In sequential mode, the library's firmware predefines the selection of the cartridges. After initialization, the firmware causes the library to select the first available cartridge found (counting from the lowest Column/Tier position through the highest cartridge position in your library) for loading into the drive. See “Location coordinates and element addresses” on page 1-9.
a29z0125 Configuring network settings Figure 4-40. Network settings screen Use Configure Library > Network to set the network settings for the library. Note: The Internet Protocol (IPv4, IPv6, or dual IPv4/IPv6) selection is used for the TL1000 Tape Autoloader IP address, subnet mask, gateway address, time server address, mail server address, SNMP trap address, and EKM server addresses.
– Prefix Length - Decimal value 0 - 128 indicating the number of contiguous, high-order bits comprising the network portion of the address. – Gateway - Allows access outside the local network. v DNS setting - Select Use DNS to use a domain name server. The DNS server, if entered, allows the encryption, date and time, and notifications IP addresses to be specified with host names instead of numerical IP addresses. – DNS IP address - Sets the IP address of the DNS server.
a29z0200 Figure 4-42. Encryption settings enabled screen Configure encryption with the following settings: 1. Expand Configure Library, if necessary, and click Encryption in the left navigation pane of the Web User Interface. 2. In the Encryption method: drop-down menu, choose Application Managed to enable encryption in your library. No further configuration steps are necessary. | | | | Note: Library Managed Encryption and System Managed Encryption are not supported in this Library.
remote NTP time server over the network. Alternatively, the date and time can be synchronized with the clock on your host computer. And lastly, that date and times can be set manually. Note: Selecting Refresh refreshes the date and time. Note: If you choose to manually set your date and time, you must reset the date and time after the library is power cycled and after a library reset. Note: When the library is power cycled, wait 10 seconds after the power is OFF before powering ON the library again.
a29z0127 Configuring email notifications Figure 4-44. Email settings screen Select Configure Library > Notifications > SMTP (Mail) Settings to configure the email settings for sending event information whenever an event of a certain level occurs.
a29z0128 Configuring SNMP trap notifications Figure 4-45. SNMP settings screen | Use Configure Library > Notifications > SNMP Settings to configure the trap settings for sending event information whenever an event of a certain level occurs, and to register users who can access the tape library with SNMP Version 3. The traps that are supported by the TL1000 Tape Autoloader are listed in “Trap definitions (types)” on page A-14. Download the SNMP MIB file for this library from http://www.dell.com/support.
– – – – IP address - IPv4 and IPv6 addresses are supported. Community (v1 or v2c) - SNMP community name. User name (v3 only) - SNMPv3 unique user name. Authentication (v3 only) - Authentication algorithm, MD5, or SHA. When an algorithm is specified, an authentication password and confirmation of the password are required. – Privacy (v3 only) - Privacy service encryption and decryption algorithm, DES or AES. When an algorithm is specified, a privacy password and confirmation of the password are required.
Does Auto Saved VPD Data exist for Library IP Address? Yes No VPD Data is Saved Does Library S/N = Auto Saved S/N? Yes No VPD Data is Saved Write Auto Saved VPD Data to Library? Yes No Auto Saved VPD Data is written to Library Overwrite Auto Saved VPD Data? Yes No Auto Saved VPD Data is overwritten Auto Saved VPD Data is not overwritten Figure 4-46. Save/Restore configuration with cookies a29z0129 Saving and restoring configuration manually with Web User Interface Figure 4-47.
Servicing the library a29z0130 Operator interventions Figure 4-48. Operator interventions screen Select Service Library > Operator Interventions to display a log history summary of information, warning, and error events that occurred for the selected library component units. The summary can be filtered to display the operator intervention log for a specific hardware component and specific event levels. The log is stored in memory on the library control board.
a29z0131 Library logs Figure 4-49. View Library Logs screen Select Service Library > View Library Logs to display a log history summary of errors that occurred. The error log is displayed with sense data information. The summary can be filtered to display errors with specific sense data code types. Click Refresh to read the log of errors from the tape library. You can select an error in the Index List panel to display data specific to that error in the Detail panel.
a29z0136 Trace data Figure 4-50. Traces screen Select Service Library > Traces to display a trace history of errors that occurred. The summary can be filtered to display the type of errors that are occurring within a specified time period. The system trace data for the interval that is entered in the Number of Minutes field is displayed. The summary can be filtered to trace data for specific system logs. Click Refresh to read the system trace data from the tape library.
Note: Both file name fields must be entered and the file names must be unique. To download a drive log: 1. Take the library offline. 2. For each type of memory dump (normal or forced), click the corresponding Browse button to display a dialog to enter a file name and to select a location to save the drive log. 3. Click Download to download the drive log and save to a file. a29z0169 Downloading library logs Figure 4-52.
a29z0132 Updating library and drive firmware Figure 4-54. Firmware Update screen Select Service Library > Firmware Update to update the library and drive firmware. Note: It is the customer's responsibility to maintain the library and drive firmware at the most recent level. Consider these recommendations to provide maximum performance and reliability: v The latest version of microcode must be installed on your tape libraries and devices. v The library code must be updated first, unless noted otherwise.
| 2. Use Service Library > Firmware Update and click Browse to locate the library firmware file with extension ".fmg" (for example, TL1000_31.3000.fmg) or the LTO SAS drive firmware file with extension".ro" (for example, 85F0L3AH.ro) that you downloaded from the Dell web site, then click Update. The Web User Interface indicates that the operation is complete. This means that the firmware file is successfully moved from the host computer to the library. 3.
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Chapter 5. Media “Data cartridges” on page 5-2 “Write once, read many (WORM) cartridges” on page 5-3 “Cleaning cartridge” on page 5-4 “Bar code labels” on page 5-5 “Write-Protect switch” on page 5-6 “Cartridge care and handling” on page 5-7 “Environmental and shipping specifications for tape cartridges” on page 5-10 | | To ensure that your Ultrium Tape Drive conforms to Dell's specifications for reliability, use only LTO Ultrium tape cartridges.
Data cartridges The different generations of Ultrium data cartridges can be identified by color: Table 5-1. Cartridge types and colors Type Color Ultrium 6 Black Ultrium 6 WORM Black and Silvery gray Ultrium 5 Burgundy Ultrium 5 WORM Burgundy and Silvery gray Ultrium 4 Green Ultrium 4 WORM Green and Silvery gray Ultrium 3 Slate Blue Ultrium 3 WORM Slate Blue and Silvery gray Ultrium 2 Purple Ultrium 1 Black All generations contain 1/2-inch, dual-coat, magnetic tape.
cartridge, across the drive head, and onto a non-removable take-up reel. The head can then read or write data from or to the tape. The write-protect switch ( 4 in Figure 5-1 on page 5-1 prevents data from being written to the tape cartridge. For more information, see “Write-Protect switch” on page 5-6. The label area ( 5 in Figure 5-1 on page 5-1) provides a location to place a label. .
Each WORM cartridge has a unique, worldwide cartridge identifier (WWCID), which consists of the unique CM chip serial number and the unique tape media serial number. Ultrium 6 WORM cartridges are two-tone black and silvery-gray. Figure 5-2.
A tape drive within a library requires the use of a library menu function to either automatically or manually clean the tape drive. See Chapter 4, “Operations,” on page 4-1. Important: The drive must be cleaned only when it is requested by the drive. The Ultrium Universal Cleaning Cartridge is valid for 50 uses. The cartridge's LTO-CM (Cartridge Memory) chip tracks the number of times that the cartridge is used. Note: The drive automatically ejects an expired cleaning cartridge.
Attention: Do not place any type of mark on the white space at either end of the bar code. A mark in this area might prevent the library from reading the label. T O 1 2 3 L6 a69i0360 L Figure 5-3. Sample bar code label on the LTO Ultrium 6 Tape Cartridge. The volume serial number (LTO123) and bar code are printed on the label.
eligible to become a scratch (blank) data cartridge. Do not write-protect scratch (blank) cartridges. The tape drive cannot write new data to them. 1 a67e0026 If you must manually set the write-protect switch, slide it left or right to the desired position. Figure 5-4. Setting the write-protect switch Table 5-6. Location of the write-protect switch 1 Write-Protect switch Cartridge care and handling Attention: Do not insert a damaged tape cartridge into the drive.
Ensure proper packaging v When shipping a cartridge, use the original or better packaging. v Always ship or store a cartridge in a jewel case. v Use only a recommended shipping container that securely holds the cartridge in its jewel case during transportation. v Never ship a cartridge in a commercial shipping envelope. Always place it in a box or package.
Perform a thorough inspection After you purchase a cartridge and before you use it, complete the following steps: v Inspect the cartridge's packaging to determine potential rough handling. v When a cartridge is inspected, open only the cartridge door. Do not open any other part of the cartridge case. The upper and lower parts of the case are held together with screws. Separating them destroys the usefulness of the cartridge. v Inspect the cartridge for damage before you use or store it.
Examples of cartridge problems Example: Split Cartridge Case (see “Perform a thorough inspection” on page 5-9) The cartridge's case is damaged. There is a high possibility of media damage and potential loss. Perform the following steps: 1. Look for cartridge mishandling. 2. Use the Leader Pin Reattachment Kit (part number 08L9129) to correctly seat the pin. Then, immediately use data recovery procedures to minimize chances of data loss. 3. Review media-handling procedures.
Chapter 6. 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 a customer replaceable unit (CRU). The customer is responsible for the setup and maintenance of the library.
Customers can frequently resolve a simple problem themselves by with the information found in “Diagnosing a problem” on page 6-3. If the problem is unrecoverable, the customer must contact Dell Technical Support (see “Contacting Dell technical support” on page 7-2). | | Library error message content When a library event occurs, the event is logged in to flash memory on the Library Control Board. The library error log is viewed on the Operator Panel by selecting Service > View Error Status.
Diagnosing a problem Problem Area If... Then... Cartridge A cartridge is not ejecting from the drive... 1. Try unloading the drive (Operator Panel: Commands > Unload). 2. Power cycle the library. 3. If the cartridge does not eject from the drive, see “Contacting Dell technical support” on page 7-2. | The cartridge case or tape inside the cartridge is damaged... Replace the tape cartridge. Your cleaning cartridge expires... Replace the cleaning cartridge.
Problem Area If... Then... Communication Functions You are experiencing difficulty with exercising some library functions (for example, updating firmware or logging in to the library remotely)... 1. If you have a recent backup of your configuration, proceed to the next step. If you do not, try to save one now (Web User Interface: Configure Library > Save/Restore). 2. If a static IP address is used, make note of your library's IP address. With DHCP, proceed to the next step. 3.
Problem Area If... Then... Error Codes or TapeAlert Flags The library issued an error code... 1. Make note of the error code. An error message was received 2. Power cycle the library. by way of email notification (if a. If the error recurs, see Appendix A, “Error codes,” enabled)... on page A-1. b. If the error does not recur, resume normal library operations. A TapeAlert flag was received... 1. Make note of the TapeAlert flag. 2. Power cycle the library. a.
Problem Area If... Then... Library Not Booting There is a blank operator panel/display... Failure of the login screen to display on the Operator Panel in 15 minutes indicates that the boot-up process is not completing. The accessor does not move... 1. Power OFF the library and wait at least 1 minute before the library is powered ON to recover from the The display is stuck on problem. initialization for extended period 2. If a library firmware update was completed, try of time...
the interface communication path, run the Test Device function, if available, after the drive is selected. This function writes and reads data across the interface, also sending a command to the drive to run the internal performance read/write test. 6. If the host tool, ITDT, cannot detect the drive or library, look for problems with the host interface cabling, the HBA, the device driver, or the backup application software. Isolating Web User Interface problems 1.
Installation and configuration problems Problems that are encountered during the installation of the library are caused by improper application software configuration errors or an incorrectly configured operating system. If the application software that you are using is not communicating with the library after installation, check: v Accessor locking screw: Ensure that the accessor locking screw on the rear panel of the library is removed before the library is powered ON.
1 2 3 4 Ready/Activity LED Cleaning LED Attention LED Error LED Table 6-1. Front Panel LED indicators Library Condition Ready/Activity LED POST (Power ON Self Test) Message on Display Cleaning LED Attention LED Error LED Flashes 2 times per second OFF OFF OFF INITIALIZING... INVENTORY...
Reseating cables To reseat external library cables, complete the following steps: 1. Locate the following cables on the rear panel of the library. a. SAS attachment for the drive b. Ethernet cable for connection to a network c. Power supply cable 2. Check and reseat, if necessary, all of the cables that are connected to your library. 3. Verify that there is no damage to any connector pins.
Chapter 7. Service procedures | “ITDT-DCR” | “Contacting Dell technical support” on page 7-2 | | | ITDT-DCR ITDT-DCR is a tool with multifunction capability and is a quick, convenient, and efficient method for drive firmware updates. It can also assist with drive dump retrievals. Some of the capabilities of this tool: v Runs quick or extended diagnostic procedures on tape drives.
| Contacting Dell technical support | For customers in the United States, call 800-WWW-DELL (800-999-3355). | | | Note: If you do not have an active Internet connection, you can find contact information about your purchase invoice, packing slip, bill, or Dell product catalog. | | | | | | | | | | Dell provides online and telephone-based support and service options. Service availability varies by country and product, and some services might not be available in your area.
Chapter 8. Removal and replacement procedures “Required tools” “Replacing a defective cartridge magazine” “Unlocking the cartridge magazine manually” Required tools Installing or relocating the rack mount kit or deskside kit for your library requires the following tool: v #2 Phillips screwdriver Replacing a defective cartridge magazine After your replacement cartridge magazine is received, complete the following steps to replace the defective cartridge magazine.
Figure 8-1. Cartridge magazine lock release access hole 2. Insert the end of a straightened paper clip, or similar object, into the lock release access hole. Gently push the lock mechanism to release the lock and eject the cartridge magazine. 3. If the I/O station is enabled, push the lock mechanism twice or push and hold the lock mechanism until the cartridge is withdrawn far enough to clear the I/O station lock. 4. Remove the cartridge magazine from the front of the library.
Appendix A. Error codes “Library error codes” “Drive error codes” on page A-11 “Web User Interface error messages” on page A-11 “Trap definitions (types)” on page A-14 When an error occurs during operation of the library, the library stops the current operation and displays an error code on the Operator Panel. Unless otherwise noted, try to resolve the problem by cycling power to the library and retrying the last operation.
Table A-1. Library error codes (continued) Code (H) Description Panel Indication Action Required 1. Observe LEDs. See “Interpreting front panel LEDs” on page 6-8. 2. Confirm the DHCP server settings. 0010 Information acquisition from the DHCP server failed. 3. Reseat all cables. See “Reseating cables” on page 6-10. - 4. Cycle the power supply and try again. v If the problem is corrected, run Library Verify before normal library operations resume.
Table A-1. Library error codes (continued) Code (H) Description Panel Indication Action Required 1. Reseat all cables. See “Reseating cables” on page 6-10. 2. Cycle the power supply and try again. 002B Commands to the encryption capable drive over the retry limit. - v If the problem is corrected, run Library Verify before normal library operations resume. v If the problem persists, see “Contacting Dell technical support” on page 7-2. LDI I/F error. 002C Cycle the power supply and try again.
Table A-1. Library error codes (continued) Code (H) Description Panel Indication 0053 Response acknowledge error received from bar code reader. Suspect the bar code reader cable connection. 0056 Receive data checksum error received from bar code reader. Suspect the bar code reader cable connection. CHK 0056 0057 Invalid data received from bar code reader. Suspect the bar code reader cable connection. CHK 0057 0058 A bar code reader read-error detected.
Table A-1. Library error codes (continued) Code (H) Description Panel Indication 0071 Calibration failed due to an empty magazine. Suspect the magazine set sensor. CHK 0071 0072 Calibration measurement invalid data error. Suspect the centering sensor, X motor, or P motor. CHK 0072 0074 GET, centering check, or bar code reader read operation failed because the accessor contains media. Suspect the centering sensor. CHK 0074 0075 PUT operation failed because the accessor contains no media.
Table A-1. Library error codes (continued) Code (H) Description Panel Indication Action Required CHK 0080 1. Check the accessor locking screw and remove it if it is installed. See “Removing the accessor locking screw” on page 3-7. X movement error #1. 0080 During X movement, the target stop position's origin sensor error detected. Suspect the X origin sensor or X motor. 2. Cycle the power supply and try again. v If the problem is corrected, run Library Verify before normal library operations resume.
Table A-1. Library error codes (continued) Code (H) 00B1 00B2 Description No media is contained in the specified cell (Cell Empty). Suspect the centering sensor, X motor, or P motor. Media detected in the accessor at completion of centering check operation. Suspect the centering sensor. Panel Indication Action Required Cycle the power supply and try again. CHK 00B1 v If the problem is corrected, run Library Verify before normal library operations resume.
Table A-1. Library error codes (continued) Code (H) Description Panel Indication Action Required 1. Confirm that the magazine is closed. 00C0 accessor operation disabled because a cartridge magazine was removed. Suspect the magazine set sensor. 2. Cycle the power supply and try again. CHK 00C0 v If the problem is corrected, run Library Verify before normal library operations resume. v If the problem persists, see “Contacting Dell technical support” on page 7-2. Centering calibration error #1.
Table A-1. Library error codes (continued) Code (H) 00DD Description An error detected during bar code reader firmware check. Suspect the bar code reader cable connection. Panel Indication Action Required 1. Initiate an inventory. See “Conducting a library inventory” on page 4-7 (Operator Panel) or “Conducting a library inventory” on page 4-22 (Web User Interface). CHK 00DD 2. Cycle the power supply and try again.
Table A-1. Library error codes (continued) Code (H) Description Panel Indication Sensor error #2. 00F1 Accessor encoder sensor A error detected during blink check. Suspect the accessor encoder sensor A. Cycle the power supply and try again. CHK 00F1 X encoder sensor error detected during blink check. Suspect the X encoder sensor. CHK 00F2 Sensor error #4. 00F3 Magazine sensor error detected during blink check. Suspect the magazine sensor. CHK 00F3 Sensor error #5.
Drive error codes Table A-2. Drive error codes Code (H) Description Panel indication 0200 Invalid data sent to drive. CHK 0200 NAK detected. 0201 Timeout error occurred while drive is waiting for response. CHK 0201 0203 Drive disconnected. CHK 0203 0205 Drive busy. CHK 0205 0206 Command could not be executed because drive is not mounted. CHK 0206 020E Drive error detected. CHK 020E 020F Unsupported drive detected.
Table A-3. Web user error messages (continued) Title Parameter Error Command Error Message Issuing Panel Login failure. Login Unsupported update file. Firmware Update Invalid parameter found in [***]. Configure Library Please input parameter of [***]. Configure Library Password parameter error. User Access User name parameter error. User Access Not enough role. User Access A user name unmatched. User Access A user is already existing. User Access Users full.
Table A-3. Web user error messages (continued) Title Cleaning Command Error I/O Error Network Error Message Issuing Panel Illegal medium. Clean Drive Source element empty. Clean Drive Destination element full. Clean Drive Drive failure. Clean Drive Prevent medium removal. Clean Drive During import/export element access. Clean Drive Gap detected. Clean Drive Not loaded. Clean Drive Expired medium. Clean Drive Write protect error. Clean Drive Cleaning execution failure: [****].
Trap definitions (types) The TL1000 library supports the following types of SNMP traps. | Table A-4.
Appendix B. TapeAlert flags “TapeAlert flags supported by the library” “TapeAlert flags supported by the Ultrium tape drive” on page B-3 Additional information is provided to the reader about the tape library and tape drive. All error code and diagnostic information cannot be accessed from the Operator Panel of the library. The Operator Panel will, however, display other library error codes and drive error codes when problems occur.
Table B-1. TapeAlert flags supported by the library (continued) Flag Number 04 06 Flag Name Description Action Required Library Hardware D The library mechanism has a hardware fault that is not mechanism-related, or requires power cycle to recover. 1. Cycle the power supply and try again. Library Interface The library identified an interface fault. 1. Check all cables and cable connections. Preventive maintenance of the library is required.
Table B-1. TapeAlert flags supported by the library (continued) Flag Number 18 Flag Name Library Magazine Description Library magazine not present. Type1 Action Required The library cannot operate without the magazine. C 1. Insert the magazine into the library. 2. Restart the operation. 1 21 Library Offline Library manually turned offline. The library was manually turned offline and is unavailable for use. I 22 Library Drive Offline Library turned internal drive offline.
Table B-2. TapeAlert flags supported by the Ultrium tape drive (continued) Flag Number B-4 Flag Name Description Action Required 8 Not data grade Set when the tape cartridge is not Replace the tape cartridge with a data-grade. Any data that you back data-grade tape cartridge. up to the tape is at risk. 9 Write protect Set when the tape drive detects that the tape cartridge is write-protected.
Table B-2. TapeAlert flags supported by the Ultrium tape drive (continued) Flag Number Flag Name Description Action Required 31 Hardware B Set when the tape drive fails its internal Power-On Self-Tests (POSTs). Note the error code on the single-character display and see “Contacting Dell technical support” on page 7-2. 32 Interface Set when the tape drive detects a problem with the host interface. See “Contacting Dell technical support” on page 7-2.
Table B-2. TapeAlert flags supported by the Ultrium tape drive (continued) Flag Number 55 Flag Name Load failure Description Set when a hardware malfunction prevents the tape cartridge from being loaded into the drive, or when a tape cartridge is stuck in the drive. Action Required If the tape cartridge does not load in the drive: 1. Remove the tape cartridge from the library and inspect it for damage. If damaged, discard it. 2. Insert another tape cartridge into the tape drive.
Appendix C. Sense data “Sense Key definitions” “Library sense data” “Tape drive sense data” on page C-3 Sense Key definitions Table C-1.
Table C-2.
Tape drive sense data Table C-3. Ultrium Tape drive sense data Byte 0 Bit Address or Name 7 6 5 4 Valid Address Bit 2 1 Segment Number x'00' Filemark EOM ILI Reserved (End of medium) (Incorrect length indicator Sense Key See “Sense Key definitions” on page C-1.
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Table C-4. Ultrium Tape drive sense data - Bytes 12 and 13 (continued) Byte 12 ASC Byte 13 ASCQ Description 04 02 Initializing Command Required - A cartridge is present in the drive, but is not logically loaded. A Load command is required. 04 03 Manual Intervention Required - A cartridge is present in the drive but could not be loaded or unloaded without manual intervention. 0C 00 Write Error - A Write operation has failed. This is probably due to bad media, but may be hardware related.
Table C-4. Ultrium Tape drive sense data - Bytes 12 and 13 (continued) Byte 12 ASC Byte 13 ASCQ Description 30 0D Medium Error - WORM integrity check. The drive rejected a Read or Write operation because the cartridge is a suspicious WORM cartridge. 31 00 Media format corrupted - Data could not be read because the format on tape is not valid, but is a known format. A failure occurred attempting to write the FID.
Table C-4. Ultrium Tape drive sense data - Bytes 12 and 13 (continued) Byte 12 ASC Byte 13 ASCQ Description Sense Key 0 (No Sense) EE 13 Encryption - Key Translate EF 13 Encryption - Key Translate EKM Sense Key 3 (Medium Error) 30 02 Encryption - Encryption feature is not enabled so format/processing is not supported.
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3. The File Mark flag (Byte 2, bit 7) is set if a Space, Read, or Verify command did not complete because a file mark was read. 4. The End of Media (EOM) flag (Byte 2, bit 6) is set if a Write or Write File Marks command completed in the early warning area. Spacing into BOM also causes this flag to be set. It is also set on an attempt to read or space past EOD, or if an attempt is made to space into Beginning of Media. 5.
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Appendix D. Library Configuration Form Make a copy of this form, fill it out as you are installing and configuring your library. Update the form each time changes are made to the library. The information that is contained on this form is important, and helpful if a call to Dell service is necessary. Store this form in a secure location.
DNS IP address NTP Date/Time Server NTP Server IP address Time Zone Auto Adjustment by PC SMTP (Mail) Server SMTP Server Address Sender Address Subject Mail to 01 Mail to 02 Mail to 03 Mail to 04 Mail Event Level SNMP Server Community Name Location Contact Trap to 01 Trap to 02 Trap to 03 Trap to 04 User 1 User 2 User 3 User 4 Trap Event Level Library and Drive Firmware Type of Firmware Current Firmware Level Library Drive Users Accounts The Administrator (admin) password is listed in the table below.
User name Access Level Password Support Notification User name Password Appendix D.
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Accessibility Accessibility features help a user with a physical disability, such as restricted mobility or limited vision, successfully use the HTML version of the customer documentation. Features | | These are the major accessibility features for the HTML version of the Dell PowerVault TL1000 Tape Autoloader User's Guide. v You can use screen-reader software and a digital speech synthesizer to hear what is displayed on the screen. The following screen readers are tested: WebKing and Window-Eyes.
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Glossary This glossary defines the special terms, abbreviations, and acronyms that are used in this publication. If you do not find the term that you are looking for, refer to the index or to the Dictionary of Computing, 1994. Numbers 2:1 compression The relationship between the quantity of data that can be stored with compression as compared to the quantity of data that can be stored without compression.
ANSI American National Standards Institute. application-managed encryption Tape encryption that is controlled by an application. archive To collect and store files in a designated place. ASCII American National Standard Code for Information Interchange. A 7 bit coded character set (8 bits including parity check) that consists of control characters and graphic characters. assigning a device The establishing of the relationship of a device to a running task, process, job, or program.
browser A client program that initiates requests to a web server and displays the information that the server returns. buffer A routine or storage that is used to compensate for a difference in rate of flow of data or time of occurrence of events, when data is transferred from one device to another. bus A facility for transferring data between several devices that are located between two end points, only one device able to transmit at a specified moment.
compact disc (CD) A disc, usually 4.75 inches in diameter, from which data is read optically by using a laser. compression The process of eliminating gaps, empty fields, redundancies, and unnecessary data to shorten the length of records or blocks. concurrent Refers to diagnostic procedures that can be run on one control unit while the rest of the subsystem remains available for customer applications.
degauss To make a magnetic tape nonmagnetic by using electrical coils that carry currents that neutralize the magnetism of the tape. degausser A device that makes magnetic tape nonmagnetic. degradation A decrease in quality of output or throughput or an increase in machine error rate. degraded Decreased in quality of output or throughput or increased machine error rate. deserialize To change from serial-by-bit to parallel-by-byte. detented A part that is held in position with a catch or lever.
DRAM Dynamic random-access memory. drive, magnetic tape A mechanism for moving magnetic tape and controlling its movement. Drive Not Configured This message occurs during the first boot after a factory settings restore is run. This message is not a real issue since it takes time for the library to configure. DRV Drive. DSA key Encryption key type. DSE Data security erase. DSP Digital signal processor. E EBCDIC Extended binary-coded decimal interchange code. EC Edge connector. Engineering change.
EPO Emergency power off. EPROM Erasable programmable read only memory. EQC Equipment check. equipment check An asynchronous indication of a malfunction. Error log A data set or file in a product or system where error information is stored for later access. ESD Electrostatic discharge. ESP Encapsulating Security Payload. An Internet Protocol that provides origin authenticity, integrity, and confidentiality protection of a packet.
format The arrangement or layout of data on a data medium. formatter Part of a magnetic tape subsystem that performs data conversion, speed matching, encoding, first level error recovery, and interfaces to one or more tape drives. FP File protect. frayed Damaged as if by an abrasive substance. FRU Field replaceable unit. FSC Fault symptom code. FSI Fault symptom index. FTSS Field Technical Sales Support.
HVD SCSI Bus High Voltage Differential Hz Hertz (cycles per second). I ID Identifier. identifier (ID) (1) In programming languages, a lexical unit that names a language object; for example, the names of variables, arrays, records, labels, or procedures. An identifier usually consists of a letter optionally followed by letters, digits, or other characters. (2) One or more characters that are used to identify or name data element and possibly to indicate certain properties of that data element.
IOP Input/output processor. IP Internet Protocol. IP address An identifier for a computer or device on an Internet Protocol (TCP/IP) network. Networks that use the TCP/IP protocol route messages that are based on the IP address of the destination. See IPv4 and IPv6. IPL Initial program load. IPSec (IP security) A set of protocols for securing IPv6 network communications by authentication and encryption. IP Stack A TCP/IP protocol stack that manages static IP addresses.
library-managed encryption Tape encryption that is controlled by the tape library. Linear Tape-Open (LTO) A type of tape storage technology that is developed by the IBM Corporation, Hewlett-Packard, and Quantum. LTO technology is an “open format” technology, which means that its users have multiple sources of product and media. The “open” nature of LTO technology enables compatibility between different vendors' offerings by ensuring that vendors comply with verification standards.
Cartridge, a 2-character code, L1, that represents information about the cartridge. L identifies the cartridge as one that can be read by devices that incorporate LTO technology; 1 indicates that it is the first generation of its type. mega One million of. meter In the Metric System, the basic unit of length; equal to approximately 39.37 inches. MIB Management Information Base. Information repository that is used by SNMP. micro One millionth of. microcode (1) One or more micro instructions.
as they pass through a router or firewall. Most systems that use NAT do so to enable multiple hosts on a private network to access the Internet over a single public IP address. NEMA National Electrical Manufacturers Association. node In a network, a point at which one or more functional units connect channels or data circuits. NTP Network Time Protocol. This protocol allows the library to set its internal date and time that is based on the date and time of a server. NVS Nonvolatile storage.
PM Preventive maintenance. POR Power-on reset. port A physical connection for communication between the 3590 and the host processor. The 3590 has 2 SCSI ports. Portable Document Format (PDF) A standard that is specified by Adobe Systems, Incorporated, for the electronic distribution of documents.
RFC (Request for Comments) Request for Comments (RFC) documents are a series of memoranda, which encompasses new research, innovations, and methodologies applicable to Internet technologies. RH Relative humidity. RID tag Repair identification tag. RML Rack Mount Line. robot Picker. robotics Picker assembly. root CA certification In cryptography, a root certificate from a certificate authority (CA). RPQ Request for price quotation. RSA key Encryption key type. R/W read/write. S s Seconds of time.
serializer A device that converts a space distribution of simultaneous states, which represents data into a corresponding time sequence of states. servo, servos An adjective for use in qualifying some part or aspect of a servomechanism. servomechanism A feedback control system in which at least one of the system signals represents mechanical motion. signature A digital signature that is used in cryptography to identify one party to ensure authenticity.
special feature A feature that can be ordered to enhance the capability, storage capacity, or performance of a product, but is not essential for its basic work. SPI Security Parameters Index. SR Service representative, see also CE. SRAM Static random access memory. SS Status store. SSL (Secure Sockets Layer) A set of cryptographic protocols for secure communications on the Internet for such things as web browsing, email, Internet faxing, instant messaging, and other data transfer.
| TCU Tape control unit. TDT Tape Diagnostic tool. TH Thermal. thread/load operation A procedure that places tape along the tape path. TM Tapemark. transport mode End-to-end communications security in which the end-point computers do the security processing. trusted certification In cryptography, a trustworthy certificate that is not registered with a certificate authority. tunnel mode Port-to-port communications security in which security is provided to several machines by a single node.
World Wide Node Name (WWNN) A unique character string which identifies Fibre Channel Host Bus adapters (HBA). WORM Write Once Read Many. Write Write command. WT World trade. WWCID Worldwide Cartridge Identifier. WWN Worldwide Name. WWNN Worldwide Node Name. WWPN Worldwide port name. X XR External register. XRA External register address register.
F-20 Dell PowerVault TL1000 Tape Autoloader User's Guide
Index A access mode library configuration 3-14 accessibility keyboard E-1 repeat rate of up and down buttons E-1 shortcut keys E-1 accessor 4-39 accessor locking screw removing 3-7 Accessor locking screw 1-5 accessor statistics, viewing 4-39 account types 2-5 Acoustical specifications 1-10 active slots 3-14, 3-26, 4-9, 4-24 address 3-17 administrator 4-23 application managed encryption 4-27 application managed encryption (AME) 3-18 Attention LED 2-1 authentication 3-21 auto cleaning 3-14, 3-26, 4-24 autoloa
library (continued) configuring 3-10 configuring active slots 4-9 logging out 4-8 powering down 4-7 preparing to ship 4-7 rebooting 4-8 Library 3-27 library access mode 3-14 library and drives, resetting 4-37 Library configuration save/restore 3-24 Library Configuration Form D-1 library depth 1-10 library dimensions 1-10 library in rack 3-2 library inventory 4-22 library logs, downloading 4-37 library managed encryption 4-27 library managed encryption (LME) 3-18 library map 4-17 library mode 4-10 library se
time server 3-17, 4-28 time settings 3-26, 4-11, 4-28 tools, required 8-1 top menu 4-3 top menus 4-16 trace data 4-36 trace date, viewing 4-36 trap definitions A-14 trap notifications 4-31 Trap notifications configuration 3-21 troubleshooting 6-1 types A-14 U Ultrium tape drives 1-8 unloading 4-6 unloading drive 4-21 unlock 4-22 unlocking 4-5 unlocking the cartridge magazine updating library and drive firmware 4-38 user 4-23 user access, managing 4-23 user accounts 4-23 User accounts configuration 3-23 use
X-4 Dell PowerVault TL1000 Tape Autoloader User's Guide
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