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

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