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The Tape Library ExpertsTM TLS-5000 TLS-6000 TLS-8000 Installation and Operation Manual 501450 Rev. G

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5.14 SCSI Interface The standard SCSI control-interface to the Medium-changer (MC) is both Low Voltage Differential (LVD) and Single-Ended (SE) cap

5.14.3 Connecting the SCSI Data Cable(s) Attach SCSI Terminator SCSI Bridge Cables (same lengths) To SCSI Device or To SCSI Host System Figure 5

5.14.3.2 Additional Connection Examples It is possible to connect the Medium-changer and tape drives to the same SCSI bus, different SCSI busses,

SCSI Bus Type QUALSTAR P/N Low Voltage Differential or Single-Ended – LVD/SE 117-0011-9 Table 5-5 68 Pin SPI-2 Terminators 5.14.5 SCSI Termina

5.14.5.2 Termination Power Jumper A removable jumper is connected in series with the termination power. Removing the jumper (TPWR) disconnects the

Termination PowerCover Plate Figure 5-37 Quantum DLT Termination Power Jumper 4. Locate the 0.1-inch push-on jumpers that are the larger of th

The factory-default settings are sufficient for 90% of the SCSI applications in the field. This means that in nine out of ten installations, the sy

Menu System 6. The Menu System 6-1 The menu system allows the user to perform manual operations. It also allows a qualified individual to make con

If a multiple-choice value is highlighted, the  (UP) and  (DOWN) keys cycle through the available choices. If the  (UP) or  (DOWN) key is press

6.1.4 The EXIT Control Key The EXIT key behaves as follows: While editing a menu item’s value, pressing the EXIT key exits the editor and restores

11.3.1 Browser Requirements... 11-4 11.4 E-mail Requirements

• If no tape is inserted, the I/O Port slot retracts one or two minutes after the I/O Port is summoned. Use the Configuration\Advanced\Changer\I/O

6.1.5.2 Parking the Handler While the operating display is visible, press and hold down the  (Daisy) key to view the  (Daisy) key menu (Figure 6

6.3 Menu Elements 6.3.1 Menu Items Line 1 of any menu display always indicates the name of the menu right justified, with the exception of the Top

6.3.2 Values The data to the right of the colon after a value name represents the current value of that item. There are several types of values: 6.

6.3.3 Location Designators Refer to Section 3.5 for definitions of locations and SCSI elements. A Location Designator contains six characters used

Example Definition p..H.. The Handler (single bay models) pL.H.. The left Handler (dual bay models) pR.H.. The right Handler (dual bay models) p..S

6.3.4.2 Editing non-Multiple-Choice Values If only the first character of the value is highlighted with a flashing block cursor after pressing the

A/N hex A/N hex A/N hex A/N hex A/N hex A/N hex A/N hex A/N hex (space) 20 L 4C X 58 j 6A v 76 7 37 * 2A [ 5B A 41 M 4D Y 59 k 6B w 77 8 38

6.4 The Menu Hierarchy The hierarchical menu system is divided into three menus: Configuration, Maintenance and Operation. Each of these menus con

6.6 Alerts Alerts are important messages, which take over the entire display and remain visible until dismissed by the operator. If the alert messa

1. Introduction 1.1 Who Should Read This Manual This manual covers Qualstar’s family of ½-inch tape libraries – namely the TLS-5000 series utiliz

Management 7. Resource Management 7-1 7.1 Introduction The physical resources of a TLS-5000, 6000 or 8000 tape library may be sub-divided for mult

Medium-changer knows the SCSI ID of the host computer that is talking to it and can therefore indicate to that host that only a pre-determined (pre

7.4 Resource Inventory The first order of business is to document precisely what is in your TLS. This data will then be used when allocating resour

7.5 Resource Allocation Worksheet TLS-Model: TLS-_____________ Device Make Model SCSI Bus SCSI ID Allocated to:* Management 501450 Rev. G MC

Input Mag. Slots Output Mag. Slots* Partition (drive specific) SequentialMode  First  Last  First  Last  Sequential-T1 Sequential-T2

Sequential drives running in the Dual-bin mode require two identical slot allocations because of their separate input- and output-bins. The input a

Input Mag. Slots Output Mag. Slots* Partition (drive specific) Sequential Mode  First  Last  First  Last  Sequential-LT1 Sequential-LT

Configuration\Advanced\Library ? menu Variable Value From Column # of Table 7-3 Enable: OFF Drive First: 1 Drive Last: 2 Fixed First: 3 Fixed La

7. Configure each library and drive according to all of the parameters of Sections 8.13 and 8.20. 8. Now enable the active Logical Libraries by c

The Configuration Menu 8. The Configuration Menu e Configuration Menu 8. The Configuration Menu 8-1 8-1 ...Configuration.Advanced.Drive.Sec

Although Qualstar has made every effort to insure the accuracy of the information contained in this manual, no guarantee is expressed or implied th

The following sections explain each menu in detail. An explanation of the display and detailed instructions on navigating the menu system are conta

The Legends in Figure 8-1 and Figure 8-2 indicate the types of digits found in the value items of the Configuration menu's sub-menus. An expla

Setting any or all of the security locks to ON does not disable navigation through the menu structure, rather it simply prevents certain values fro

Door Lock Configuration Lock Inventory Lock Master Lock Menu Item    SCSI ID:, SCSI ID Left:, SCSI ID Right:   \Configuration SET TO DEF

8.2 Configuration Menu •••••••Configuration •Advanced •Drive •Q-Link SCSI ID: dd SCSI ID Left dd SCSI ID Right: dd •Security SET

8.3 Configuration\Advanced Menu C•••••••••••Advanced •Changer •Control Panel •Library •Log •SCSI •SCSI Left •SCSI Right •SCSI Inquiry This

8.4.2 Door Open This value determines the action the carriage/handler takes when the door is opened while the carriage/handler is moving. ABORT The

8.4.5 Power On Clear The Power On Clear value determines how the changer deals with the abnormal presence of a cartridge in the Handler when TLS po

8.6 Configuration\Advanced\Changer\Inventory Menu CA•Changer•Inventory Invalidate: SENTRY Label Scan: ALWAYS Mag. Labels: SOME PowerOn:INVALID

8.6.1 Invalidate This value indicates the condition that invalidates the inventory. Invalidate is a multiple-choice value with the options listed b

NOTICE A NOTICE box contains additional important information not covered by the other three types of special text: DANGER, CAUTION, or NOTE. 1.3 L

8.6.4 PowerOn This value determines whether or not the inventory database is invalidated when TLS power is removed or lost. PowerOn is a multiple-c

2. Next, the cartridge is moved from the tape drive, to any slot. 3. The tape drive’s element address is not included in the determination, so th

8.7 Configuration\Advanced\Changer\I/O Port Menu CA•Changer••I/O Port CALL Key: 1 MIN Export: YES Extended:NOT READY Import: Y

8.7.2 Export This value controls the changer’s access to the I/O Port slot. It also sets the value of the Export Enable bit in the SCSI Read Elemen

8.7.5 Import Scan This value determines whether the changer will scan barcode labels on cartridges when they are inserted into the I/O Port. Import

The Configuration\Advanced\Changer\Mechanics menu describes the hardware configuration of the TLS. The values in this menu are factory-set to refle

8.9 Configuration\Advanced\Control Panel Menu CA•••••Control Panel •Alarm Backlight: ON Contrast: 32 •Display The Configuration\Adv

8.10.2 Handler Error This alarm sounds whenever the handler has a problem, which requires manual intervention (e.g. a stuck cartridge). The default

Display Files There are three sets of display data: CURRENT, SAVED, and DEFAULT. The host can read all three sets of display data, and can change t

8.13 Configuration\Advanced\Library\? Menu C•Advanced•Library•? Enable: ON Drive First:llllll Drive Last: llllll Drives: dd Sl

1.4 Class 1 LED Product The TLS may contain a class 1 LED product. CAUTION CLASS 1 LED PRODUCT VORSICHT LED KLASSE 1 PRODUCT NACH IEC 825-1 1-4 I

8.13.3 Drive Last This value defines the last tape drive assigned to this partition. The drives are numbered from T1 to T4 in single bay libraries.

8.13.9 VIOP Last This value defines the last VIOP slot assigned to this partition. The slots are numbered from 1A01 to 6B10 (model dependent). All

The default value, 00-FILL causes the tape drive serial numbers to be padded with the NUL character (hex 00). Some software and equipment manufactu

8.14 Configuration\Advanced\Library\Elements Address Menu CAL•?•ElementAddress Display: SAVED Data Transfr:ddddd Imp/Export: ddddd Medium

8.14.1 Configuration\Advanced\Library\ElementAddress\Display There are two sets of element addresses. They are selectable in the menu and function

8.15 Configuration\Advanced\Log Menu C•Advanced•••••••Log BDC: OFF Clean: ON Configuration: ON DriveBay: OFF Executiv

8.16 Configuration\Advanced\SCSI Menu C•Advanced••••••SCSI C•Advanced SCSI•Left CA••••••••SCSI•Right •Library Disconnect: ON Enable:

The Enable is a multiple-choice value with the options listed below: BUSY The Medium-changer responds to any SCSI command with a status of BUSY an

8.16.5 Parity This value determines what action the Medium-changer will take when it detects a parity error on the SCSI bus during a Command Out, D

8.17 Configuration\Advanced\SCSI Inquiry Menu 8.17 Configuration\Advanced\SCSI Inquiry Menu CA•SCSI••••••Inquiry Set: CUSTOM XXXXXX

Unpacking 2. Unpacking 2-1 This chapter contains unpacking instructions for the TLS. Repacking instructions are found in Chapter 13. 2.1 Unpackin

Selecting an Inquiry String Use the control keys as follows to copy the desired Inquiry string into the display. See Figure 8-4 for a list of avail

5. Press ENTER and edit the line as previously described. 6. When all the lines are satisfactory, press EXIT. NOTE If Custom string was created a

8.18 Configuration\Advanced\SCSI\Library Menu CA•SCSI••••••Library CAS•Left•••••Library CAS•Right••••Library Initiator 0: a Initiator 1:

8.19 Configuration\Drive Menu Configuration••Drive •T1:DISABLED 9 •T2:RANDOM 10 •T3:1A01 10 11 •T4: NONE •LT1: N

8.20 Configuration\Drive\?T? Menu C•Drive••••••••••?T? Mdl: NONE SN:??????????????? Enabled: YES Revision: xxxx Serial: ??

model value is set to NONE. The selection in this item is not affected by the SET TO DEFAULTS command. 8.20.2 SN 8.20.3 Enabled YES NO 8.20.4 Revis

The default tape drive SCSI ID values are 1 through 4, for tape drives T1 through T4 respectively in single bay libraries. For dual bay libraries t

NOTICE A SCSI bus reset is acceptable to the tape drives but may adversely affect any host computer attached to the TLS’ Medium changer (control in

When this tape drive (upper right corner of this menu) is selected from the Operations\Clean Drive menu, the changer will go to this location to fe

If a cartridge is in the tape drive at power-on, the library stops and waits for the operator to either manually eject the cartridge or call upon t

NOTE Before unpacking the unit, check the shipping container for damage, and report all shipping damage to the carrier before opening the carton.

8.20.17 Output Last The Output Last value determines the last magazine cartridge location for the Output range allocated for Dual-Bin operation for

8.21.2 Ma This value is Q-Link IP mask. When the Use DHCP value is set to ON, this value is supplied via DHCP. When Use DHCP is OFF, the IP mask ma

The Operation Menu 9. The Operation Menu e Operation Menu 9. The Operation Menu 9-1 9-1 ...Operation.Clean Drive.Demonstrations.Element

9.1 Introduction Be sure to read the Menu System and Configuration Menu chapters before proceeding with this chapter. The Operation menu and its su

9.2 Operation Menu •Clean Drive •Demonstrations •Exchange Carts. •Move Cartridge •Position Carousel •Position Handler •Unload Drive The Oper

9.3 Operation\Clean Drive Menu O••••••••Clean Drive T1 T2 T3 T4 LT1 LT2 LT3 LT4 RT1 RT2 RT3 RT4 Note that the bold menu items are model

9.4 Operation\Demonstrations Menu O•••••Demonstrations •Feature List START RANDOM MOVES STOP RANDOM MOVES Load Drives: NO CAUTION Do not ent

9.4.3 STOP RANDOM MOVES Command The STOP RANDOM MOVES command stops the continuous sequence of random cartridge moves that begins when the START R

non-volatile RAM. This information is available to the host software through the SCSI-2 Read Element Status command. The changer never forgets its

9.5.3 INVALIDATE Command NOTE This command is locked by the Inventory Lock and the Master Lock. The INVALIDATE command has no effect upon Sequentia

Accessory Carton Models 6110 and 8111 OnlyCorner Blocks8 TotalCorner Blocks 8 Total Inner Carton Outer CartonInner CartonFoam Base Liner Inner Car

A common cause of this condition is when a user opens the cabinet’s door, manually removes a cartridge from a tape drive and then closes the door.

The only editable values in the Operation\Element Status\Display menu are the Location and Source Loc. values. ASC and ASQ These items only display

Tape Drives T1 and up 1A01 and up (including VIOP slots) Magazine Slots I I/O Port Slot Handler H Private Slot P When a match occurs, only the firs

This menu is used to manually exchange cartridges between two or three locations. It performs the same function as the SCSI-2 Exchange Medium comma

9.9 Operation\Move Cartridge Menu O•••••Move Cartridge From Loc.: llllll To Location:llllll MOVE NOTE The MOVE command is locked by the Invento

9.11 Operation\Position Handler Menu O•••Position Handler To Location:llllll POSITION This menu is used to position the handler at a specific lo

Sequential State State Description Location Description STOPPED Idle - waiting to start RUNNING Sequential mode in progress The return to locatio

9.14 Operation\Unload Drive Menu T1 T2 T3 T4 LT1 LT2 LT3 LT4 RT1 RT2 RT3 RT4 NOTE Note that the bold menu items are model dependent. Li

Operation 10. Sequential Operation 10-1 10.1 Introduction A sequential tape drive looks to the host computer as a singular tape drive with an opera

Operation 501450 Rev. G When a Dual-Bin operation is interactively started (via the menu system), the changer moves the cartridge found at (or afte

2.2 Models 54xx, 64xx and 84xx DANGER DEPENDING UPON THE MODEL, THE TLS WEIGHS OVER 235 POUNDS (107 Kg), EXCLUDING MAGAZINES AND CARTRIDGE DRIVES.

Operation 10-3 Configuration\Drive\?T? menu (shown above in italic type) for each Sequential tape drive. Each of these menus items is described in

Operation 501450 Rev. G • Either the Input First or the Input Last is unassigned. An unassigned value is indicated by five dots (...) in the Dis

Operation 10-5 NOTE When this menu’s Input First value is set and the number of cartridges allocated for Sequential or Recycle operation with this

Operation 501450 Rev. G • One or more of the drive’s allocated magazine storage locations are reserved by the SCSI host (see the Maintenance\Displ

10.2.3.3 Input Slots When the Input First and Input Last values are changed, the Input Slots value automatically changes to reflect the total numbe

NOTE When this menu’s Output First value is set and the number of cartridges allocated for Dual-Bin operation with this menu’s drive (?T?) is set i

If a cartridge is in the tape drive at power-on or after an inventory violation, the previous input and output slots are invalidated. If after the

Sequential State Sequential State State Description State Description Location Description Location Description Idle - waiting to be started. Locat

NOTE 10.4.1 Slot This value indicates the current cartridge location of the sequence. If the operation has not been started, this will be the unass

When the Sequential operation for this drive is completed: • The Operation\Sequential menu indicates STOPPED for this drive (?T?). •?T?: STOPPED

Important Manual/Firmware Revision Information This manual and the operating firmware for the Tape Library System (TLS) are revised periodically as t

5. Remove both cabinet thumbscrews from the baseplate in the rear of the TLS (item 4). 6. With the help of an assistant, remove the TLS from the

10.5.2 Breaking the Inventory Sentry Beam Breaking the Inventory Sentry Beam violates the changer’s inventory and stops the sequential process. Ho

Q-Link Remote Library Manager 11. Q-Link Remote Library Manager 11-1 The optional Q-Link provides a remote interface to Qualstar’s TLS series tape

Q-Link Remote Library Manager 501450 Rev. G 2. Navigate to the TLS menu item Configuration\Q-Link and press the ENTER key. This menu panel is use

Q-Link Remote Library Manager 11-3 4. Use the  (UP) and  (DOWN) keys to navigate the selection indicator to the SET ADDRESSES command. Press th

Q-Link Remote Library Manager 501450 Rev. G 11.2 Connect Q-Link to the Ethernet LAN After Q-Link’s Ethernet address is configured (see Section 8.

Q-Link Remote Library Manager 11-5 11.6 Quick Start Guide • A factory default library will go directly to the Library Quick View screen. • Type

Q-Link: Logged Out from 10.10.10.10… Log In Figure 11-3 Sample of the Log In screen when the User Name and Password are Blank 11.7.2 The Private

Figure 11-5 Sample of a Private\Passwords Screen without Admin Privileges The Configuration, Door Open, Inventory and Master privileges are dir

Figure 11-6 Password\Confirm Password entries are not the same Q-Link Message Window NOTE If the User 1 (Admin) Passcode (user name or password)

4. Repeat steps 1 through 3 for each email recipient. 5. Click the Send test email button and then check the email recipient’s inbox for the mess

Top View Front Cabinet Door Rear RearThumbscrewsFrontThumbscrews Figure 2-3 Cabinet Thumb Screws - Models 64xx and 84xx Top of TLS3/16-Allen

3. Click once on the Submit button to complete the changing of Password. 4. Two different screens will appear as the uploading process proceeds.

Figure 11-9 Sample of the Q-Link Firmware Reprogramming Progress Screen 5. When the Q-Link uploading/programming is complete a screen will appe

1. Access the firmware file by either clicking on the Browse button or typing the file path to the firmware file. Figure 11-11 Sample of the Li

Figure 11-12 Sample of the Library Firmware Upload Progress Screen Figure 11-13 Sample of the Library Firmware Reprogramming Progress Screen

5. When the Q-Link uploading/programming is complete a screen will appear that shows the old and new firmware information. See Figure 11-14. Libra

Maintenance 12. Preventive Maintenance 12-1 This chapter describes the things that can be done to keep the TLS running reliably. DANGER TO AVOID TH

12.1.2 Cleaning the Interior The inside of the TLS cabinet is pressurized to keep out dust and cooled by filtered air to ensure an optimum operati

12.1.5 Cleaning the I/O Port and Y Clear Sensors Refer to Figure 12-2. The I/O Port has three sensors (emitter/detector pairs). Two of the I/O Por

Direct air spray to these 2 holes. Figure 12-3 Inventory Sentry Beam Emitter 12.1.7 Cleaning the Tape Drives Follow the procedures given in th

Use a cleaning tape to clean a Benchmark drive when the Alert LED lights on the drive's front panel (Figure 12-5). WRITE PROTECT IN-USE ALER

2.3 Models 58xxx, 68xxx and 88xxx DANGER DEPENDING UPON THE MODEL, THE TLS WEIGHS OVER 602 POUNDS (273 Kg), EXCLUDING MAGAZINES AND CARTRIDGE DRIV

Use a cleaning tape to clean an IBM LTO drive when C displays on the drive's single-character display and the status light is off (Figure 12-7

12.2 Checking the Air Filters The TLS and the tape drives are cooled by outside air that is drawn into the TLS enclosure through one or more air f

3. Next, increase the Filter Days value in the Configuration\ Advanced\Changer menu. If it is estimated that the filter could go an additional 90

12.3 Replacing the Air Filter DANGER TO PREVENT THE POSSIBILITY OF PERSONAL INJURY, DO NOT REPLACE AN AIR FILTER ELEMENT WHILE THE TLS’ POWER IS O

2. Use a flat blade screwdriver to turn the single quarter-turn fastener at the top of each Air Filter Clamp counter-clockwise. 3. Remove each Ai

1. Use a flat blade screwdriver to turn the four quarter-turn fasteners on the large Air Filter Clamp counter-clockwise. 2. Remove the large Air

IMPORTANT: Use only Qualstar Leadscrew Lubricant, part number 732-0003-2, for this procedure. NOTE Note that all lubricant that is put into a TLS r

13. Repacking This chapter explains how to properly repack the TLS-5000, TLS-6000 and TLS-8000 for shipping. 13.1 Models 6110, 8111, 62xx and 82xx

The shipping carton contains the following items: Tape Library System (TLS) Accessory Carton: One Power Cord Two Door Keys Magazines

7. Rock the top of the Inner Carton away from the Outer Carton, then place two Corner Blocks under the Inner Carton, on the side closest to the Ou

Pallet AssemblyShipping Carton Cardboard Top Cap Figure 2-5 Pallet Assembly and Shipping Carton 3. Lift the cardboard top cap off of the shipp

Foam Aft Liner Plastic BagInner Carton Inner Carton Foam Base Liner Inner CartonOuter CartonCorner Blocks 8 TotalCorner Blocks8 TotalAccessory Car

13.2 Packing Models 54xx, 64xx and 84xx DEPENDING UPON THE MODEL, THE TLS WEIGHS OVER 125 POUNDS (57 Kg), EXCLUDING MAGAZINES AND CARTRIDGE DRIVES

9. Install all four carton flap wing nuts and fender washers (item 1). CartonTop ViewCarton FlapWing Nuts(4)Carton FlapWing Nuts Figure 13-2 C

13.3 Packing the Dual Bay TLS Models DANGER DEPENDING UPON THE MODEL, THE TLS WEIGHS OVER 602 POUNDS (273 Kg), EXCLUDING MAGAZINES AND CARTRIDGE D

RampsHook and Loop MaterialPallet AssemblyGroove in Pallet AssemblyLibrary Wheels2 x 4 at rear of Pallet Assembly Figure 13-4 Ramps Attached to

Pallet Assembly2 x 4 to be inserted into the Pallet Assembly Ramps Notches in the Pallet Assembly Figure 13-5 Ramps Under the Library 8. Detac

11. Guide the two pieces of nylon webbing over the top of the library, making sure that they are not twisted and that the webbing is located in th

Pallet AssemblyShipping Carton Cardboard Top Cap Figure 13-8 Pallet Assembly and Shipping Carton 20. Place the cardboard top cap on top on the

14. Glossary TLSCHANGERCONTROLPANELI/OPORTTAPEDRIVESTAPECARTRIDGESCARRIAGEHANDLERBARCODEREADER(optional)CAROUSEL(selective)MAGAZINESSCSI Bus(moves

Control Panel The Control Panel has a group of control keys and an alphanumeric display. The Control Panel is used to inform the operator of the Ch

Cardboard and Foam Packaging Material Pallet Assembly Plastic BagBuckle (1 of 2) Nylon Webbing Shipping Carton(1 of 2 pieces) Figure 2-6 Removi

Java Virtual Machine A program that interprets Java script. Location Designator A Location Designator contains alphanumeric characters used to desc

14-4 Glossary 501450 Rev. G Stacker A term that refers to a “Single-pass, sequential-only Changer.” A Stacker device changes Tape Cartridges for a

8. Remove the webbing from the library and roll it up. Secure the roll of webbing with a piece of tape or a nylon tie. 9. Remove the plastic bag

RampsHook and Loop MaterialPallet AssemblyGroove in Pallet AssemblyLibrary Wheels Figure 2-9 Ramps Attached to the Pallet Assembly 13. Carefull

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Description 3. Product Description 3-1 3.1 General Description The TLS-5000 Series libraries utilize SAIT (SuperAIT) tape drives. The models in th

3.2 Models 6110 8111 6210, 6220 8211, 8222 5433, 54666430, 64608433, 846658132, 58264 68120, 68240 88132, 88264 Figure 3-1 TLS-5000/6000/8000 L

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TLS-6000 Feature/Model 6110 6210 6220 6430 6460 68120 68240 Maximum number of tape drives 1 2 2 4 4 8 8 Media capacity in cartridges (10

bay libraries because of their dual Drive Bays. All other models are single bay libraries. Differences among the models are noted where required. D

Logo Window Key Lock Control Keys Display I/O PortDoor 6110/8111 62xx/82xx (54/64/84xx and 58/68/88xxx have the same external features) Figure 3-

3.4.1.2 Rear Panel The AC power receptacle, line fuse, power switch and SCSI connectors are mounted on the TLS rear panel. TLS systems operate over

Power SwitchRear Service Panel or Fibre Channel Option Access Cover Access Cover Quarter-turn Fasteners (4) (TLS-54/64/84xx models only) Line Fuse

SCSI Connectors Drive Cooling Fan Thumbscrew Latch +5V LED +12V LED Interface Label Figure 3-6 54xx, 64xx and 84xx Rear View with Access Cover

Rear Service Panel or Fibre Channel Option (2)Access Covers (2) Access Cover Quarter-turn Fasteners (4) per Cover (TLS-58/68/88xxx models only) Li

+5V LEDDrive Cooling Fan SCSI Connectors Thumbscrew Latch +12V LED Figure 3-8 58xxx, 68xxx and 88xxx Rear View with Access Covers Removed

3.4.2 TLS Components This section defines some of the components, which make up the TLS. Guide Shafts and Leadscrew Carriage Tape Drives Private S

Left Side Right Side Carriage (2) I/O Port (1) One face of 6 shownGuide Shafts and Lead Screw (2) Removable Magazines (12/24) Handler and Gripper

Table of Contents 1. Introduction...

Magazine Holder Magazine Slots Rear Mounting Tabs Go Here Magazine Mount Alignment PinAlignment PinSlotHandleMagazineAlignment Pin Slot Rear Mount

3.4.2.2 Magazine Mounts The TLS contains one or more magazine mounts, (see Figure 3-11). Upgrade kits are available for the following models, which

opening the (possibly locked) cabinet door. While the operating display is visible (e.g., the model number is displayed and not one of the menus),

the changer. Finally, the changer must be configured for each drive using the Configuration\Drive\Td menus. NOTE After a Tape Drive Assembly is ins

Y-Axis Lead ScrewZ-Axis Motor Barcode Readermounted under CarriageGripper HandlerGuide CarriageGuideY-Axis Motor Figure 3-12 The Parts of the R

character. All of the labels within the TLS must be of the same check character definition: either all with or all without. 3.4.8.1 DLT Barcode Lab

0.61 Max 0.17 Min 0.17 Min 2.75 Max3.08 MaxDimensions in inches; full scale.A 0 0 0 0 2 8 10.39 Min 1.55 Max 0.43 Min 0.43 Min 6.99 Max7.82 MaxDim

3.5.2 Element Mapping Resources under control of the changer are referred to as Elements. The SCSI specification defines four Element Types: Data T

Handler Slot The handler slot is designated by the letter H in Single Bay libraries. In dual bay libraries, L.H designates the slot of the left han

Element Type Physical Location Default Element Addresses L1A01 – L1A11 0 – 10 L1B01 – L1B11 11 – 21 L2A01 – L2B11 22 – 43 L3A01 – L3B11 44 –

4.3 Control Keys... 4-2 4.4 I/O Port

3.5.7 Inventory Validation When the inventory database is invalidated, the changer scans all locations before it does anything else, and stores the

3.6 Random and Multi-Sequential (Multiple Stacker) Operation Each tape drive and cartridge storage location in the TLS may be configured through t

3.7 Logical Libraries When shipped from the factory, all TLS-5000, TLS-6000 and TLS-8000 libraries look like a single library with all of its tape

3.9 Cartridge Location Designator Diagrams Magazine Slots 6110 A01 A02 A03 A04 A05 A06 A07 A08 A09 A10 Drive T1 Handler H Magazine Slots 6210 A01

Magazine Slots Face 3A01 3A02 3A03 3A04 3A05 3A06 3A07 3A08 3A09 3A10 3 1A01 1A02 1A03 1A04 1A05 1A06 1A07 1A08 1A09 1A10 1 5A01 5A02 5A03 5A04 5A

5A01 5A02 5A03 5A04 5A05 5A06 5A07 5A08 5A09 5A10 5 4A014A024A034A044A054A064A074A084A094A1046A016A026A036A046A056A066A076A086A096A106Magazine Slo

68120. . I . .L5A02L5A03L5A04L5A05L5A01L5A07L5A08L5A09L5A10L5A06L3A03 L3A04 L3A05 L3A07 L3A08 L3A09 L3A10 L3A06 L1A02 L1A03 L1A04 L1A05 L1A01 L1A0

L.H . . R.H . .L.T4 . L.T3 . L.T2 . L.T1 . R.T4 .R.T3 .R.T2 .R.T1 .Handler Right Side HandlerLeft SideDrives Left Side Drives68240L1B02 L1B03 L1B0

Magazine Slots1A011A021A031A041A051A061A071A081A091A101A112A012A022A032A042A052A062A072A082A092A102A11Face1 28222I/O Port SlotDrivesT1T2HandlerHPr

1A01 1A02 1A03 1A04 1A05 1A06 1A07 1A08 1A09 1A10 1A11 2A012A022A032A042A052A062A072A082A092A102A113A013A023A033A043A053A063A073A083A093A103A114A0

5.14.6 Enabling SCSI Termination Power in Quantum DLT Tape Drives ... 5-41 5.14.7 Access Cover ...

L6A02L6A03L6A04L6A05L6A01L6A07L6A08L6A09L6A10L6A11L6A06L5A02L5A03L5A04L5A05L5A01L5A07L5A08L5A09L5A10L5A11L5A06L4A02 L4A03 L4A04 L4A05 L4A01 L4A07

Panel 4. Control Panel 4-1 4.1 Introduction The control panel (Figure 4-1) is composed of a Display, six Control Keys and an I/O Port. The control

4.3 Control Keys Five of the six control keys below the display are used to access the menu system. The sixth control key, the  (Daisy) key, is us

A0 0 0 0 2 8 0A0 0 0 0 2 8 0A0 0 0 0 2 8 0RE C SAFEHP LTO Tape CartridgeWrite Enable/Protect Tab Window Write Enable/ProtectTab Window(shown unloc

Installation 5. Installation 5-1 5.1 Installation Considerations 5.1.1 Operating Environment The TLS is designed to operate in an ambient environ

MODEL IDLE PEAK PEAK V-A 5433, 5466 ≤ 140 watts ≤ 478 BTUs/hr ≤ 290 watts ≤ 989 BTUs/hr ≤ 305 V-A 58132, 58264 ≤ 330 watts ≤ 1126 BTUs/hr ≤ 525 wat

peak V-A values indicted in Table 5-1. A UPS should also protect the host computer and all other devices on the SCSI bus. There are multiple univer

D 1.00 W H W 2.75 Typical Stabilizer Feet (2) MODEL H HEIGHT (in/cm) W WIDTH (in/cm) D DEPTH (in/cm) EMPTY WEIGHT (lb/kg) SHIPPING WEIGHT (lb/

61.9 37.251.12 30.5 Dimensions shown in inchesW MODEL HEIGHT (in/cm) WIDTH (in/cm) DEPTH (in/cm) EMPTY WEIGHT (lb/kg) SHIPPING WEIGHT (l

Other Weights Weight (lb/kg) Tape Drive/Carrier Assembly 8.0 / 3.6 Magazine 2.0 / 0.9 Data Cartridge 0.5 / 0.23 SCSI Bridge (Jumper) Cable 0.3

8.2.4 SET TO DEFAULTS ... 8-6 8.3 Configuration\Advance

4. Reinstall two of the screws removed in step 2 to secure the Stabilizer Foot. 5. Lower the cabinet back down. 6. Repeat steps 3 through 5 to i

5.3 Locking Casters on Dual Bay Models After a 58xxx, 68xxx or 88xxx series library has been moved into its desired position, the casters on the b

a) If the diagnostics complete successfully, display line one will indicate “Qualstar” and the TLS model number. b) If the diagnostics fail, an er

• Never apply power to a tape drive unless the Tape Drive Assembly is fully seated in the Drive Bay. Otherwise, the tape drive’s handle, and the a

4. Use the other hand to gently lift up on the tape drive’s handle to open it all the way. DO NOT LIFT UP ON THE LEVER ATTACHED TO THE TAPE DRIVE’

• Never stack the tape cartridges more than five high. • Before a cartridge is inserted into a tape drive, it should be allowed to acclimate to t

when the tape cartridge is gently shaken. If this reel lock tab is not visible do not use the cartridge. Reel Lock Opening Figure 5-7 Location

If the loop is torn, bent, pulled in, or not sticking up about 1/8-inch, do not use the tape cartridge. Leader Loop Leader Loop Figure 5-9 Open

5.8 Installing a Door Lever on Quantum DLT 4000, 7000 or 8000 Tape Drives Door Levers, which are included with the Quantum DLT 4000, 7000 and 8000

D-shaftDrive’sHandle Figure 5-12 D-shaft Location Bracket Flat Washers and Locking Nuts ClampDoor Lever Drive’sHandleCartridge Opening Figure 5

8.10.1 Door Open ... 8-18 8.10.2 Handler

ClampDoor Lever Figure 5-14 Door Lever Clamp 5.9 Installing a Tape Drive Assembly CAUTION This installation procedure should only be performed b

CAUTION To prevent damaging the TLS and/or a Tape Drive Assembly, make certain that all power is OFF, and the TLS’ power cord is removed before ins

Rear Service Panel or Fibre Channel Option TLS SCSI Connectors Power SwitchInstalledTape Drive AssemblyFuseAC Power ReceptacleFiller PlateFiller P

Carrier Handle Carrier Handle NameplateThumbscrew Latch Drive Cooling FanSCSI Connectors+ 12V LED + 5V LED LTO Direct Fibre Attach Tape Drive SAIT

Mating ConnectorMounting Rails Guide Pins Figure 5-19 Model 6220 - Rear View 8. Turn the Thumbscrew Latch on the Tape Drive Assembly all the w

NOTE After TLS power is turned on, it may take several minutes for the tape drives to appear on the SCSI bus. Therefore, wait until the changer bec

6. Press the  (DOWN) key (if necessary) to select a drive number (Td), then press the ENTER key to view the menu below. (The figure below shows t

11. After completing all of the desired configuration changes, press the MENU key, then press the EXIT key, to exit the menu system. Drive Positi

5.11 Quantum DLT 4000, 7000 and 8000 Tape Drive Leader Re-Attachment CAUTION This procedure should only be performed by trained personnel. Damage

Screws (6) Phillips Screwdriver Figure 5-20 Screws in Top Cover of Quantum DLT Tape Drive 3. Remove the top cover. 4. If a tape cartridge is s

8.20.3 Enabled ... 8-37 8.20.4 Revis

Drive HandleInterposer Figure 5-21 Location of Interposer 5. Put on the cotton lint free gloves before proceeding. 6. Locate the clear plasti

Clear Plastic Dust Cover Dust CoverRelease TabsSmall Flat Blade Screwdriver Third Holding Tab will be under a sticker, if attached. Figure 5-22

Takeup Reel Cartridge Takeup Leader may be re-attached, if detached. HeadRollers Rollers EOT/BOT Sensor EncoderTachometerTach RollerLine Buckling

11. Very carefully slide the leader in front of the head positioning the leader so that it enters the tape path and passes around all six rollers.

14. If a sticker was attached to the dust cover, use a lint free cloth pad dampened with isopropyl alcohol to remove any residue from the sticker.

Figure 5-29 Take Up Leader Engages into Cartridge Leader Figure 5-30 Load Sequence Begins Installation 501450 Rev. G 5-32

5.12 Installing Media 5.12.1 Static Precautions Before handling data cartridges, it is a good idea to eliminate any static charge that may exist. T

5.12.2 Loading a Magazine CAUTION Do not drop tape cartridges. If a cartridge is dropped, the tape may be damaged without any visible signs. Using

CAUTION Tape cartridges can be damaged by tilting a magazine opening downwards (the tapes might fall out). NEVER TILT A LOADED MAGAZINE DOWNWARDS!

Magazine Holder Magazine Slots Rear Mounting Tabs Go Here Magazine Mount Alignment PinAlignment PinSlotHandleMagazineAlignment Pin Slot Rear Mount