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Spectra Logic 10000 manual Storage Management Options, Direct Attached Storage DAS Environment

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Storage Management Options

Chapter 1. Introduction

Storage Management Options

Following are a few examples of how the Spectra 10000 library can be used in different storage management environments.

Direct Attached Storage (DAS) Environment

Clients

Servers

SCSI Library

Figure 1-6A SCSI library in a DAS environment.

Network Attached Storage (NAS) Environment

Clients

Server

Filers

Fibre Channel

Switch

Fibre Channel

Library

Figure 1-7A Fibre Channel library in a NAS environment.

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Spectra Logic 10000 manual Storage Management Options, Direct Attached Storage DAS Environment

Contents

Copyright 2002 Spectra Logic Corporation. All rights reserved P.N. 92844007 Revision CSpectra Logic Contact Information NoticesLicense Agreement United States OfficeWarnings and Cautions AC PowerLithium Battery TapesRack Mounting PowerSafety CablingContents Chapter 1. IntroductionChapter 2. Preparing the Host System Chapter 4. Configuring the Library Chapter 3. Preparing the LibraryChapter 5. Operating the Library Chapter 7. Troubleshooting Chapter 8. Technical Support and ServiceChapter 6. Maintaining the Library Appendix B. Regulatory and Safety Standards Appendix A. Library SpecificationsIndex Related Publications 1 IntroductionAbout This Guide Conventions Used in This ManualSCSI Configuration Fibre Channel ConfigurationAbout the Spectra 10000 Library Library Components Front Panel ComponentsFigure 1-1 The library’s front panel components Library Menu Screens Press the + and - symbols on buttons to change settingsThe configured setting is displayed beside the button Screen Figure 1-2 Diagram of the library’s menu screensSCSI Bus Mode Switch Override ECC1Internal Components Figure 1-3 The library’s internal componentsSCSI Library Rear Panel Components Figure 1-4 The SCSI library’s rear panel componentsFibre Channel Library Rear Panel Components Figure 1-5 The Fibre Channel library’s rear panel componentsPower Connector The power connector provides a port for AC power Network Attached Storage NAS Environment Storage Management OptionsDirect Attached Storage DAS Environment Figure 1-6 A SCSI library in a DAS environmentFigure 1-9 A Fibre Channel library in another type of SAN environment Storage Area Network SAN EnvironmentFigure 1-8 A Fibre Channel library in one type of SAN environment Clients Servers Fibre Channel Switch Fibre Channel LibraryProfessional Services Before Configuring the Library 2 Preparing the Host SystemDetermining SCSI ID Usage Selecting a SCSI Bus for the Library SCSI Libraries OnlyOperating System Compatibility Sony AIT Device Driver SupportIf You Need Assistance Software CompatibilityChapter 2. Preparing the Host System Spectra 10000 Library Release Notes 3 Preparing the LibraryUnpacking the Library Spectra 10000 Library User Guide this guideMedia and Hardware Environment Selecting an Appropriate Environment for the LibraryRack Mount vs. Tabletop Configuration Air Quality9284AXXX-X-XM or 9284AXXX-X-X3 Preparing to Connect the Library Selecting the Mode of Library Operation Single Bus ModeDual Bus Mode inputSplit-Bus Configuration Figure 3-1 SCSI connectors for Port 1 and PortA message displays PARAMETERS SAVE, RESTART? Managing the Split-Bus Configuration Figure 3-3 Configuring a library for split-bus modeFigure 3-5 Possible Logical Library Configuration Drive SCSI Bus Drive SunOS HostFigure 3-6 Possible Logical Library Configuration Drive SCSI Bus Drive UNIX Host 30 Slots 10 Slots SCSI Bus DriveSetting SCSI IDs Setting the Drive SCSI IDsDrive SCSI IDs Setting the Library SCSI ID for Bus Library SCSI IDStandard Operation, SCSI Parity Disabled Setting the Library Configuration SwitchStandard Operation, SCSI Parity Enabled SCSI Target Mode Disabled SSCL OnlyConnecting the SCSI Cables and Terminators Connecting the Serial Cable Connecting the Library to Fibre Channel Figure 3-11 Two-node private loop Figure 3-12 N-node private loopLoop Connectivity Connecting the AC Power Figure 3-13 N-node public loopChapter 3. Preparing the Library Selecting the Library Mode 4 Configuring the LibraryConfiguring Library Software SCSI Bus 2 IDSplit-Bus Operation Only Library 2 Slots Setting Library Parameters General SettingsBrightness, Contrast, and Volume DateTime Library EmulationRS-232 Handshake SCSI Bus Mode SCSI InitiatorFibre Channel Information Screen Figure 4-1 The Fibre Channel information screenThe fields are described here Soft and Hard Addresses Configuring Library Tape Drive Settings Emulate 1/2Emulate 3/4 Checking for Correct Operation Performance Test 1 Power UpFigure 4-2 Drive boxes are highlighted for installed drives Performance Test 2 Confirm SCSI IDsFigure 4-3 Accessing information on the Spectra 10000 screen Note the library SCSI IDs 0 and 1 in the second screen in FigureUpgrading Library Firmware Upgrading Drive Firmware Using Passwords 5 Operating the LibraryViewing and Enabling Bar Codes Creating a Backup Firmware Tape Inserting Tapes Moving Tapes Removing TapesInserting Tapes Individually Loading TapesBulk Loading Tapes Moving Tapes Removing Tapes Bulk UnloadExchange Media Queued UnloadsFigure 5-1 The Queued Unload message To enable queued unloadsTo begin the queued unload Figure 5-2 The bar code Configuration screen Viewing and Enabling Bar CodesBarcodes Screen Figure 5-3 The Barcodes screenThe bar code screen displays the bar code numbers and slots of bar coded media as follows Creating a Backup Firmware Tape Figure 5-4 The Code Tape screenUpgrading Library Firmware Note for Fibre Channel LibrariesLoading Library Firmware Figure 5-5 The Code Tape screenForcing a Firmware Reload Upgrading Drive Firmware Upgrading Drive FirmwareConfirming Correct Firmware Resetting Drive Emulation Using Passwords Creating a User PasswordLocking Screens Figure 5-6 Confirm that the screens are lockedFigure 5-7 The Screen Unlocked dialog box Copying Data From Non-AIT Tapes to AIT Tapes Using the MCE Utility Figure 5-8 The MCE Select screenChapter 5. Operating the Library Replacing the Air Filter Changing Hosts Cleaning Drives 6 Maintaining the LibraryAccessing Library Information Accessing Drive Information Additional Media and Accessories Custom Bar Code Label SequencesAccessing Library Information Spectra 10000 ScreenFigure 6-1 The Spectra 10000 screen First Screen The Drive Info Screen Accessing Drive InformationDrive Information Screens Figure 6-2 The first Drive Info screenSecond Screen The Information Screen Figure 6-3 The second Drive Information screenECC Fault Check ECC ScreensReplacing the Air Filter Figure 6-4 The front panel releaseChanging Hosts Figure 6-5 Release the grill and swing it openCleaning Drives Built-In Cleaning FeatureTape Drive Head Cleaning Manual Drive Head Cleaning OperationHandling Tapes Packing the Library for Shipment Packaging7. Lay the necessary paperwork in the library box Figure 6-6 Correct packaging of the library6. Place the top foam cushions over the library Figure 8. Seal the box with heavy packing tapeBar Code Labels Additional Media and AccessoriesCertified Media PackRack Magazine ShelfEuropean Office Ordering Media and AccessoriesContacting Spectra Logic Sales Ordering Media7 Troubleshooting Troubleshooting problems is divided into three sectionsLibrary Operation Problems Tape Drive Problems Bar Code Problems Library Operation Problems Library hangs, will not boot, or does not communicate with hostLibrary boots, but will not come to Unit Ready state If the error described is No response from SCSI target Library powers up with drive faultsLibrary powers up with screen blank Replacing a FuseFigure 7-2 Slide the cover back 4. Check if you have a drive installed in the Drive 3 slot positionLibrary screens are locked Library screen does not respond to touchDrive fault displayed Figure 7-5 Drive fault displayedSystem fault displayed Drive alert displayedFigure 7-6 Drive alert displayed Library does not respond to move commands System Fault with Drive FaultFigure 7-7 System fault displayed Tape drive will not write data Tape Drive Problems2. Press OK to clear the error Gripper arm must be empty Tape stuck in gripper armTape stuck in drive Tape stuck in slot, or will not move into driveLabels read but missing a character Bar Code ProblemsLabels not read Labels read but have an extra characterChapter 7. Troubleshooting 8 Technical Support and Service Important InformationLimited Warranty Spectra Logic Repair PolicyOut-of-Warranty Repairs Warranty ShippingWarranty Turnaround Time Non-Warranty ShippingFour-Hour Response On-Site Service Advanced Exchange ServiceNext Business Day On-Site Service Advanced Technical Support OptionsContacting Technical Support Opening a Support TicketRMA Returns How to Contact Technical Support Professional ServicesAppendix A. Library Specifications Library SpecificationsLibrary Data Storage Capacity Physical Specifications Power RequirementsRobotics Specifications Library ReliabilitySony AIT Tape Drive Specifications Available AIT Drive System Compatibility Modes Close StyleNetApp Server, version 5.3.4 or higher Functional Changes for Specific Drive Emulation Selections controller HSC bus systemsApproved Media Sony AIT Media SpecificationsSony AME Media CapacityBar Code Specifications Bar Code Label StandardsFigure A-1 A bar code label attached to an AIT cartridge The SCSI Bus Single-Ended, LVD, or HVDFast/Slow and Wide/Narrow SCSI SCSI Cables and Terminators SCSI Terminator DescriptionsSCSI Cable Descriptions Single-Ended/Low-Voltage Differential SCSI Connectors SR/+PCRCASignal High-Voltage Differential Differential SCSI Connectors Signal Appendix A. Library Specifications Appendix B. Regulatory and Safety Standards Safety Agency StandardsFCC Notice Japan BMPT Vfg 243/1991 Bescheinigung des Herstellers/ImporteursEU Declaration of Conformity Protection against electrical hazards Index Page Page interface SSCL Page Page Page adjusting LCD upgrades firmwareVCCI Certification 126 version library firmware 80 volume warnings AC power as conventions 9 bar code scanner 3 lithium battery