Sun Microsystems SL500 manual Introduction, SL Console Modes

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StorageTek Library Console

Introduction

The StorageTek Library Console (SL Console) is a Java-based software application that provides a graphical user interface (GUI) for monitoring and managing the StorageTek library.

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Manage available library storage capacity

Manage and configure library partitions (optional feature)

View and modify status and properties of the library and associated devices (drives, CAP, robots, and elevators)

Perform an audit on all or part of the library

Perform a self-test on the library or an associated device Perform a diagnostic move (exercise a robot)

Locate a cartridge

Move a cartridge from one location to another Display library event logs

Display error explanations

Download new library firmware while the library is in operation Display context-sensitive help

SL Console Modes

Depending on your needs, you can run the SL Console in any of the following modes. For details and procedures, see:

■“Local Operator Panel” on page 33

■“Standalone SL Console” on page 35

■“Web-launched SL Console” on page 42

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