Multi-module library systems, Library robotics | IBM 4560SLX

1	Bar code reader
2	Cartridge shuttle assembly

Figure 9. Library robotics

Multi-module library systems

The 4560SLX Tape Library is an expandable tape library that can be configured in a variety of module and drive combinations. The drives are mounted in a removable drive shoe that enables easy installation and removal. Therefore, a failed drive can be swapped without the server or library power needing to be cycled.

The library can be stacked with additional library modules to form a multi-module, rack-mounted configuration. All multi-module libraries in the stack can operate together as a single virtual library system through a rear-mounted cartridge elevator as shown in Figure 10. Stacked units are interconnected through their rear panel Ethernet connections and an external Ethernet router mounted to the rack.

1	Interface connector
2	Cartridge elevator location

Figure 10. Cartridge elevator mounting location and connector

Any combination of modules, not exceeding a height of 40U can comprise a library module system. A library module system appears to the host computer system and

84560SLX Tape Library: User’s Guide

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Contents

4560SLX Tape Library User’s Guide Page 4560SLX Tape Library User’s Guide Page Contents Appendix C. Specifications Safety Vi 4560SLX Tape Library User’s Guide Preface Product Registration Viii 4560SLX Tape Library User’s Guide Contents ConfigurationsIntroduction Library interfaces Front panel Library Indicators Magazine doors Magazines Mail slots Power supply Power supply Tape drives Library controller board Robotics Library controller adapter and PCI slots Multi-module library systems Library robotics Introduction 10 4560SLX Tape Library User’s Guide Installation Setup Attaching the slide members to the library Rack mounting the library Installing the slide members Attaching the slide members to the rack Installing a library in the rack Installing the library module Scsi cable configurations Scsi interface connectorsInterface cable specifications Scsi configuration Two tape drives on a single host system Two tape drives on a dual host system Multiple libraries on a single host system Turning on your library Dual host multi-unit system Powering library module Library configuration Setting a Scsi ID Scsi ID selection screen Setting up reserved tape cartridge slots Drive 1 Bus 3 Data Field screen Slot numbering Reserved slots numeric keypad 26 4560SLX Tape Library User’s Guide Operation Using the touch screenMail Slot Access left magazine only Technical support information Magazine Access Move Media Move Media screen LCD contrast controls Menu Describes the available Library options Option Description Definition Option and default description Default value Describes the available Scsi options SCSI-3 Generate Unit Attention Reports information Conditionally Generate Recovered ErrorUnconditionally Generate Recovered Error Report on Unsolicited Request Sense Reports Describes the available Network options Utilities Security level Access Edit Options Edit Scsi Options screen Online Status Power Using tape cartridgesRemoving magazines Using the mail slot left magazines only Inserting cartridges into a magazine Bar code labels Left magazine mail slot Automatically running a cleaning cartridge MaintenanceRunning a cleaning cartridge Supported media Manually running a cleaning cartridge Running a cleaning cartridge from the mail slot Replacing a cleaning cartridge in a reserved slot Replacing a cleaning cartridge in the right magazineReplacing a cleaning cartridge in the mail slot 46 4560SLX Tape Library User’s Guide Troubleshooting Platform problemsError recovery procedures ERPs Error Recovery ERP code Procedure/Description Fault symptom codes FSCs Message 301B Picker Jammed on Stow 310F Picker Retries Exceeded Drive removal failed 7010 HotPlug statue update failed FSC ERP 54 4560SLX Tape Library User’s Guide Using the NeoCenter utility Setting IP addressesEstablishing communication with your host Setting an access password Configure dialog box IP addresses Setting Snmp traps Setting e-mail addressesSetting remote FTP server parameters Setting library parameters Setting Scsi parametersSetting the Scsi identification Setting the drives Upload Data From Library prompt Downloading data Download Data to Library prompt Rebooting the library 62 4560SLX Tape Library User’s Guide World Wide Web accessible Web TLC Web TLC access Operation Inventory Display Logical / Physical Functions History Appendix A. Adding a tape drive Removing tape-drive blank panel Installing a tape drive Planning your installation Appendix B. Adding a library module Router installation Positioning the modulesCartridge elevator router Cartridge elevator router Installing the cartridge elevator Cartridge elevator router installed Drive shoe and blank panel removal Cover plate removal Cartridge elevator extension assembly Components Assembly Factory assembled cartridge elevator Cartridge elevator bottom plate Tensioner ramp/idler pulley zero point Tensioner ramp/idler pulley Tie bar installation Timing belt installation base section Module configuration Timing belt to belt block Configuring the primary master module Powering up the library Configuring slave modules Module Configuration screen Module configured as a slave Cabling and interface connections Four module library cabling Verifying firmware level of the slave modules Cabling considerations for fail-over operation Fail-over operationCartridge elevator terms Fail-over initiation Restoring normal operation Local fail-over to secondary master initiation Remote fail-over to primary master Physical characteristics 4560SLX Tape Library Appendix C. SpecificationsOperational specifications 4560SLX Tape Library Hardware Electromagnetic emissions SafetyEnvironmental Electrostatic discharge Temperature, humidity, and altitude Shock Transit/storage packed no damage Primary powerVibration Physical drop test packaged no damage Voltage limits Power requirementsPower line disturbance Frequency limits Rack mounting Installation considerationsCooling Input supply Appendix D. Field replaceable units FRUs Description Part number 98 4560SLX Tape Library User’s Guide Service and support Appendix E. Warranty informationWarranty period Warranty period Three years Support 24 hours a day, 7 days a week Click Support Phone List Warranties of ANY Kind 102 4560SLX Tape Library User’s Guide Part 2 Country-unique Terms Governing Law Asia Pacific Australia Hong Kong and Macau Following Terms Apply to ALL Emea Countries Following Terms Apply to the Country Specified Italy Following item is added to this paragraph 110 4560SLX Tape Library User’s Guide Appendix F. Notices Trademarks Deutsche EMV-Direktive electromagnetische Verträglichkeit Europen Union EMC directive Unione Europea Directiva EMC Conformidad électromagnética Appendix F. Notices 116 4560SLX Tape Library User’s Guide Page Part Number 59P6690