Dell 124T LTO-3 Installation Overview, Installation Preparation, Scsi Bus Requirements

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Installing the Autoloader: Dell™ PowerVault™ 124T LTO-3 Autoloader User's Guide

Installation Overview

Unpacking the Autoloader

Installation Preparation

Identifying Product Components

SCSI Bus Requirements

Connecting the SCSI and Power Cables

Accessories

Preparing the Host and Verifying the Connection

Choosing a Location

Installing the Device Drivers

UL Requirements

Enabling LUN Support in Linux

Bar Code Reader

Enabling LUN Support in Netware

Product Overview

 

 

 

Installation Overview

Installing the autoloader consists of the following steps, which are explained in more detail later in this section:

1.Prepare to install your new Dell PowerVault 124T LTO-3 autoloader (see "Installation Preparation").

2.Identify the proper SCSI bus types (see "SCSI Bus Requirements").

3.Identify the accessories that come with the autoloader (see "Accessories").

4.Install the autoloader in a computer rack near the host server. If installing a rack mount unit, refer to your rack Installation Guide.

5.Shut down or turn off the server and all devices attached to the server (see "Connecting the SCSI and Power Cables").

6.Attach the SCSI cable to the autoloader and server's SCSI host adapter (see "Connecting the SCSI and Power Cables").

7.Attach the power cable to the autoloader and plug in the power cable to the nearest power outlet (see "Connecting the SCSI and Power Cables"). Power the autoloader on to ensure it passes the Power-on Self-Test (POST).

8.Set the SCSI ID for the autoloader (see "Setting the SCSI ID").

9.Set up the host and verify the connection (see "Preparing the Host and Verifying the Connection").

Installation Preparation

Before you install your new Dell PowerVault 124T LTO-3 autoloader, unpack it carefully and inspect it for any damage that might have occurred during shipping. The Getting Started Guide included in the packaging describes all the necessary information to unpack and inspect your autoloader correctly. Locate the Getting Started Guide and follow the directions.

Ensure that the work area is free from conditions that could cause electrostatic discharge (ESD). Discharge static electricity from your body by touching a known grounded surface, such as your computer's metal chassis.

SCSI Bus Requirements

You must connect the Dell PowerVault 124T LTO-3 autoloader to one of the following SCSI bus types:

•Ultra 160 SCSI, Low-voltage Differential (LVD)

•Ultra 320 SCSI, Low-voltage Differential (LVD)

•Single-ended (SE) SCSI bus

NOTE: The Dell PowerVault 124T LTO-3 autoloader is not compatible with a High-voltage Differential (HVD) SCSI bus.

Your SCSI host adapter card must also support the SCSI bus type used to connect the autoloader. If you use a LVD SCSI bus, use a host adapter card with a connection for a high-density (HD) 68-pin cable.

NOTE: If you use an SE SCSI bus, the tape drive's performance is limited to the maximum data transfer speed of the bus.

NOTE: The maximum number of autoloaders supported per SCSI bus is two.

NOTE: The autoloader may not work with multiple SCSI LUNS when attached to a redundant array of independent disks (RAID) controller. The autoloader is not recommended for use with a RAID controller. If this problem occurs, it is recommended that the autoloader be attached to a separate SCSI bus controller on the server.

Accessories

The following accessories are shipped with the Dell PowerVault 124T LTO-3 autoloader:

•Getting Started Guide

•SCSI host cable

•SCSI terminator

•Hardware to rack mount the autoloader (autoloader rails are included, rack rails are optional)

•One magazine blank

•Power cable

•Documentation CD containing all of the documentation in Adobe® Portable Document Format (PDF) and supplied device drivers

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Contents Dell PowerVault 124T LTO-3 Autoloader Users Guide Configuring the Autoloader Setting Ethernet Setting the Scsi IDSetting the IP Address Setting the Subnet MaskSetting an IP Gateway Setting the Time Setting the Snmp ServerSetting the Time Server Barcode Reader Scsi Barcode LengthEnter Getting Lost Passwords Setting MagazinesSetting Security Setting PasswordsBack to Contents Front Panel Diagnostic Tests Diagnostic Tests from the Front PanelSetting the Security Stopping a Diagnostic TestDiagnostics Using the Remote Management Unit Remote Management Unit Diagnostic TestsTechnical Assistance Online ServicesFtp.dell.com AutoTech ServiceTechnical Support Service Automated Order-Status ServiceBefore You Call Scsi Bus Requirements Installation OverviewInstallation Preparation AccessoriesProduct Overview Choosing a LocationUL Requirements Bar Code ReaderBack Panel Overview AccessoriesUnpacking the Autoloader Identifying Product ComponentsConnecting the Scsi and Power Cables Scsi cable Scsi terminator Power cableEthernet cable Scsi cable Scsi terminator Tape Drive Device Driver Installing the Device DriversClick Update Driver Preparing the Host and Verifying the ConnectionAutoloader Device Driver Enabling LUN Support in Linux Back to Contents Overview Enter Passwords Operators Panel FunctionalityLogout Using Cartridges Insert a Single CartridgeMoving a Single Cartridge Using Magazines and Magazine Blanks Ejecting a Single CartridgeInward Side of a Magazine Outward Side of a Magazine Installing a Magazine Ejecting a MagazineManually Operating the Magazine Magazines Viewing PowerVault 124T Autoloader StatusRunning an Inventory Viewing Status InformationViewing Tape Drive Version Viewing Firmware VersionViewing Element Status Viewing Tape Drive StatusNetwork Viewing Ethernet InformationMAC address IP addressViewing Status Information Default Username and PasswordRemote Management Unit Overview Opening the Remote Management UnitSystem Operations Options ConfigurationTime Display Feedback on PagesCleaning Tape CompressionBar Code Reader From the Configuration menu, click Networking Setting the MagazinesSetting the System Time Setting Network OptionsTo set the Client Authorization Control Setting Front Panel Security OptionsTo Set Network Configuration To set User AdministrationError Logs and Diagnostics Viewing Error or History LogsFirmware Library Operations Set to Home Characteristic Product Alone Physical SpecificationsAutoloader Performance Specifications Autoloader Environmental SpecificationsTape Drive Specifications Autoloader Power SpecificationsAutoloader Vibration Specifications Autoloader Shock SpecificationsBasic Troubleshooting Problem Probable Cause Suggested ActionBefore Contacting Customer Support Checking for Errors Operator Control Panel Error DisplayAutoloader Logs through RMU Autoloader Error DetailAutoloader Logs Autoloader Logs through OCPSystem Miscellaneous Error Types Message Error TypesStack/Global Data Corruption Error Types System Shutdown/Disruption Error TypesTCP/IP Stack and Task Error Types Tape Drive Error TypesDrive/Media Error Types Miscellaneous Error TypesLoader Task Error Types Code Update Error TypesScsi Server Task Error Types Picker/Magazine Servo Error Types Servo Elevator Hardware Error TypesServo Picker Hardware Error Types Servo Motor Error Types Magazine Hardware Error TypesSystem Event Types Front Panel Error Types Barcode Error TypesDiagnostic Error Types TapeAlert Logs through RMU TapeAlert LogsTapeAlert Logs through OCP TapeAlert InterpretationPage Page Page Returning the Autoloader for Service To prepare the autoloader for shipmentTo Remove the Autoloader from a Rack Packing the Autoloader
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