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❐provides a brief overview of Scalar Library features. For detailed specifications, see Appendix C.

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I n s t a l l a t i o n a n d O p e r a t i n g G u i d e Scalar Series Copyright adic Copyright Notice Copyright 1995 adic Europe Copyright Notice Europe Shielded Cables EMI/RFI ComplianceUnited States - FCC Canada - Department of Communications according to EN DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY Blank Page Table of Contents viii What Happens When Door is Opened RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK DO NOT OPEN Safety Warnings Precautions This Chapter … ChapterThe Scalar Series The Scalar # Tape Slots FeaturesScalar Series Models # Drives Maximum Capacity and Sustained Transfer Rates OptionsDLT Drives Differential SCSI The Scalar The Scalar Getting Started Unpacking and Inspecting Checking the AccessoriesRequirements Barcode Labels Preparing the Library for InstallationPrepare and Install the Data Cartridges Write-Protect Switch Figure 4. DLT Cartridge Write-Protect Switch Install Data CartridgesInstall Cleaning Cartridge Optional Close and Lock the Front Door Drive SCSI ID Rotary Switches Setting the SCSI IDs Preparing the Host Computer System Power Off the ComputerConfirm and/or Install the SCSI Host Interface Backup Software steps you through the final phase of the installation process Connecting the Scalar Library Determining Your SCSI Configuration Installing SCSI Cables, Jumpers, and Terminators Connecting the Scalar The following table provides several examples of SCSI configurationsConfiguration Legend SCSI Configuration 1 - One SCSI Bus SCSI Configuration 3 - Three SCSI Buses SCSI Configuration 2 - Two SCSI Buses SCSI Configuration 5 - Five SCSI Buses SCSI Configuration 4 - Four SCSI Buses Installing the Backup Software Powering on the System Equipment Description Equipment Description Front Panel Switches and IndicatorsFront of adic Scalar Library when equipped with Mailbox LOCKED LED Displays and IndicatorsPower LED Display Connector Rear Panel Switches and ConnectorsDrive SCSI ID Switches Drive SCSI I/O Connectors AC Power Media Interchange Shelf Mailbox Off-Line Mode Menus MENU key Configuration MenuBuzzer Configuration Off-Line Time Set SCSI IDProduct Sign-On Initialize Scan Barcodes Initialize Map Slots Barcode Scanner Diagnostics Menu Serial Dnld Flash Mode Write Flash Memory Mode Equipment Description explains normal maintenance procedures Operation and Maintenancedescribes normal operation features of the Scalar Library provides details on the media and drive head cleaning cartridge Opening the Front Door Power Up ChecksNormal Operations General Guidelines Resuming Operation Drive Power-on Self-TestWhat Happens When Door is Opened The Tape in Use LED turns OFF. The Operate Handle LED Drive StatusIndicator Displays and Actions Drive State continued on next page Drive Operating ConditionsUse the following table to determine each drive’s operating condition Label DLT Data Cartridge DLT Media Unloading a Cartridge from Scalar 458 Library Using the Mailbox Scalar 458 onlyOn-Line Mode Loading a Cartridge into Scalar 458 Library Diagnostic Menu Off-Line ModeLoading a Cartridge into Drive Unloading a Cartridge from Drive Moving a Cartridge to/from the Storage Shelves Figure 16. DLT Cleaning Tape Normal MaintenanceCleaning the Drive Head Cleaning Tape Manually Inserting the Cleaning Tape Head Cleaning ProcedureCleaning Tape in Mailbox Scalar 458 only or Storage Slot Causes of the Use Cleaning Tape Warning Cleaning the Enclosure Blank Page includes information on error codes and the built-in diagnostics Troubleshooting and Diagnostics Library and Drive Operational Problems Installation Problems Troubleshooting and Diagnostics Library Error CodesEnvironmental Considerations When You Call adic Customer Assistance This Appendix … Diagnostics MenuAppendix Diagnostics Menu Drive Type Diagnostics Menu Error CountersEvent Counters Operation Log Firmware Revision Press ENTER to select the Servo Controller Position Picker at Slot Position Picker at Drv Position Picker at Mbox when Mailbox equipped Pick From Drive Pick From Mailbox when Mailbox equippedPick From Slot Place In Drive Place In Mailbox when Mailbox equippedPlace In Slot Test Secondary Fan Map SlotsCalibrate X and Y Close Drive Door Open Drive Door Glossary 62Glossary cartridge unload SCSI busslot terminator 64Glossary Specifications Reliability Power ConsumptionDrive Library Error Codes Code Error Code ListingScalar Series Error Codes Error Codes The jaws do not move at all Blank Page Index 72Index Index73 74Index