Managing the AMASS File System
Step 6. New volumes in the Database have an initial status of unformatted (U) and inactive (I). To make the new volumes usable, define attributes and initialize the media with the commands listed in the following table:
Command | Characteristic |
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vollabel | Enter the preprinted alphanumeric |
| barcode label in the Database |
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StorageTek Redwood tape drives only:
tapelength Enter the length of tape in the Database
volformat | Mark the volume Active |
• Active = allows AMASS to read and/or write to media
Command Reference |