HP StorageWorks MSL Library Extender user guide (AQ746-96005, September 2009)

Contents
1 Features and overview ...................................................................... 11
Slot numbering and mailslot configurations .................................................................................. 12
Tape drives .............................................................................................................................. 12
Power supply redundancy .......................................................................................................... 12
Using the Extender with the Encryption Kit .................................................................................... 13
Extended libraries and logical libraries ........................................................................................ 13
Installation overview .................................................................................................................. 13
Rack stability ............................................................................................................................ 14
2 Configuring and operating an extended library ................................... 15
Powering on the extended library ................................................................................................ 15
Powering off the extended library ................................................................................................ 16
Viewing identity information ....................................................................................................... 17
Viewing Library status ................................................................................................................ 18
Configuring the extended library ................................................................................................ 21
Default settings for the extended library ................................................................................. 25
Updating firmware .................................................................................................................... 25
Running diagnostic tests ............................................................................................................. 26
3 Installing the Library Extender ............................................................ 27
Identifying product components .................................................................................................. 28
Downloading product documentation .......................................................................................... 28
Determining the master and lower Library .................................................................................... 29
Saving the Library configurations ................................................................................................ 29
Upgrading the Library firmware .................................................................................................. 29
Enabling extended mode ........................................................................................................... 30
Removing the cartridges from the Libraries .................................................................................... 30
Powering off the Libraries ........................................................................................................... 31
Positioning the Libraries in a rack ................................................................................................ 31
Removing a Library from a rack or tabletop conversion cover ................................................... 32
Moving the rack rails and clip nuts ....................................................................................... 33
Moving the clip nuts ........................................................................................................... 34
Installing the Library in the rack rails ..................................................................................... 34
Relocating tape drives ............................................................................................................... 35
Removing and replacing drive bay covers .................................................................................... 36
Removing the USB device and Ethernet cable from the lower Library ................................................ 37
Extending the pull-out tab .......................................................................................................... 37
Aligning the Libraries ................................................................................................................ 38
Installing the Extender ............................................................................................................... 39
Powering on the extended library ................................................................................................ 40
Checking the Extender LEDs ................................................................................................ 41
Verifying the installation ............................................................................................................. 42
4 Using diagnostic tools and troubleshooting .......................................... 43
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