CAUTION

Operating the Library

Using Online Drive Replacement

Using Online Drive Replacement

1 2 → ADMIN * → ONLINE REPAIR *

Unless the situation described below exists, this options should only be used by an authorized service representative. Using this option causes the library drive

mechanism(s) to become inactive.

Online drive replacement is an important new feature that allows:

•an authorized service representative to replace a faulty drive while the library is active

•a user to clear a drive cleaning error when a tape that may be damaged is in the drive

This feature should only be used by an authorized service representative. However, if an older, frequently used tape causes a drive cleaning message to be displayed more than once and you suspect the tape is damaged, use the “Online Repair” option can be used to clear the drive error message so you can attempt to recover data from the damaged tape.

To use this option to clear a drive cleaning error:

1.With CLEAN DRV # displayed, press CANCEL until the drive status displays. (# is the drive number containing the damaged tape.)

2.Press NEXT until ADMIN * displays, then press ENTER.

3.Enter the three-part numerical password (see “Entering the Administration Menu Password” on page 3-9).

4.INFO * displays. Press NEXT or PREV until ONLINE REPAIR * displays, then press ENTER. DRIVE POWER * displays.

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