HP StorageWorks MSL Library Extender user guide (AQ746-96005, September 2009)
Table Of Contents
- HP StorageWorks MSL Library Extender user guide
- Table of Contents
- 1 Features and overview
- 2 Configuring and operating an extended library
- 3 Installing the Library Extender
- Identifying product components
- Downloading product documentation
- Determining the master and lower Library
- Saving the Library configurations
- Upgrading the Library firmware
- Enabling extended mode
- Removing the cartridges from the Libraries
- Powering off the Libraries
- Positioning the Libraries in a rack
- Relocating tape drives
- Removing and replacing drive bay covers
- Removing the USB device and Ethernet cable from the lower Library
- Extending the pull-out tab
- Aligning the Libraries
- Installing the Extender
- Powering on the extended library
- Verifying the installation
- 4 Using diagnostic tools and troubleshooting
- 5 Servicing the Library Extender
- Replacing the Library Extender
- Removing the Library Extender
- Removing a cartridge from the Extender
- Repackaging the Library Extender
- Releasing the magazines manually
- 6 Support and other resources
- A Technical specifications
- B Electrostatic discharge
- C Regulatory compliance notices
- Glossary
- Index
Removing the Library Extender
To remove the Library Extender:
1. Using a #1 Phillips screwdriver, 1) loosen the four screws that secure the Extender to the Tape
Libraries, as shown in Figure 33, page 56.
Figure 33 Removing the Extender
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2. Pull the Extender straight out of the Libraries.
To store or ship the Library Extender, repackage it in the original packaging materials as shown in
Repackaging the Library Extender, page 61.
Installing the new Extender
To install the new Extender, follow the instructions starting with Aligning the Libraries, page 38.
Removing the Library Extender
Use this procedure if you are removing the Library Extender to reconfigure the two Libraries as
independent Libraries.
Disabling extended mode and powering off the Libraries
The procedure for disabling extended mode and powering off the Libraries varies depending on
whether the extended library is operational or not. Select the procedure that fits your situation.
If the extended library is operational:
1. Disable extended mode from the master Library Configuration > System menu.
2. Press the power button on the master Library to power off the extended library.
If the extended library is in an error condition or the Extender has been removed:
1. Disable extended mode from the master Library Configuration > System menu.
Servicing the Library Extender56