Hp StoreEver MSL Tape Libraries Bedienungsanleitung

HP StorageWorks MSL Library Extender userguideThis document provides information about installing, configuring, operating, troubleshooting, and servic

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1 Features and overviewThe Library Extender combines two HP StorageWorks MSL Tape Libraries to create a single extendedlibrary. Before installing the

Slot numbering and mailslot configurationsMagazine and mailslot numbering begins with the lower Library and continues with the master Library.For stor

Using the Extender with the Encryption KitThe HP StorageWorks 1/8 G2 & MSL LTO-4 Encryption Kit provides secure generation and storageof encryptio

6. Move the tape drives, if necessary, to open the drive bays that will be used by the Extender.NOTE:In an MSL4048, a full-height tape drive will only

2 Configuring and operating an extendedlibraryThis chapter provides information about extended library configuration and operation tasks that arediffe

Figure 3 Press the power buttons on both Libraries to power on the extended library.If the master Library is powered on first, it will prompt the user

Viewing identity informationTo view detailed information about both Tape Libraries and the Extender, use the RMI Identity >Library page or the mast

• Bootcode Firmware Revision.• Library Mode.• Automatic — the device will switch from Sequential to Random mode if it receives mediachanger SCSI comma

Figure 6 Example of the System Status pane from an extended library with an MSL8096 master Libraryand MSL4048 lower Library.• Updated — the day, date,

Legal and notice information© Copyright 2009 Hewlett-Packard Development Company, L.P.The information contained herein is subject to change without no

• MSL8096 — Functional, fan failure — The power supply is supplying power to the Library,but the fan has failed so the power supply could fail soon. T

The blue exclamation point Status Warning icon indicates that user intervention is necessary, butthat the device can still perform most operations.The

Figure 8 Configuration > System RMI page for an extended library with an MSL8096 master Libraryand an MSL4048 lower Library.• Library LUN Hosted By

• When Autoload mode is set, the device automatically loads the cartridge from the lowest-numbered full slot into the tape drive. It then follows stan

Auto cleaning is disabled by default. You can enable automatic cleaning even if there are nocleaning cartridges in the device. In this case, the devic

Default settings for the extended libraryDefault for the extended librarySettingRetained from the master LibraryAdministrator passwordAll mailslots ar

1. Browse to http://www.hp.com/support/msl_extender.2. Select and download the newest firmware version for your Library without _LX_ in the filename.N

3 Installing the Library ExtenderThis chapter provides instructions for installing the Library Extender.WARNING!The MSL2024 Tape Library weighs up to

Identifying product componentsFigure 9 Library Extender product contents.Verify that you received the following:1. Library Extender2. Packet containin

Determining the master and lower LibraryThe Library Extender is installed with two HP StorageWorks MSL Tape Libraries to combine thecartridge and tape

Contents1 Features and overview ... 11Slot numbering and mailslot configurations ..

Verify that each Library has the latest released version of firmware. Update to the latest firmware ifnecessary.To find the version of firmware instal

Use the OCP or RMI to open the magazines and remove the tapes from the Library. The magazineswith the tapes in them may also be removed from the Libra

If either Library is mounted in a tabletop conversion cover, remove the cover and install the Libraryin the rack in the rack rails supplied with the L

Moving the rack rails and clip nutsUsing a #3 Phillips screwdriver, remove the rails from the rack. For an MSL4048 or MSL8096 alsoremove the clip nuts

Moving the clip nutsFor the MSL4048 and MSL8096, replace the clip nuts in the locations shown in Figure 15, page 34.MSL8096MSL4048Figure 15 Clip nut l

Figure 16 Installing an MSL4048 and tightening the captive screws.Replace tape cartridges and magazines in the Library.Relocating tape drivesThe Exten

3. Pull straight back on the tape drive handle while supporting the bottom of the tape drive to removeit from the Library as shown in Figure 18, page

Figure 20 Installing covers on unused drive bays.Removing the USB device and Ethernet cable from the lowerLibraryRemove the Ethernet cable and USB dev

Figure 22 Trimming the pull-out tab.Aligning the LibrariesBefore installing the Extender, the Libraries must be aligned horizontally.Loosen each of th

Figure 24 Aligning the Libraries with the alignment gauge.Gently remove the alignment gauge without moving either of the Libraries. Save the alignment

Extender status LEDs ... 43The Library

2. When the Extender reaches the pull-out tab, thread the pull-out tab through the slit in the Extenderattachment plate so the plastic extension of th

Figure 28 Extended library power buttons.NOTE:The Library Extender receives power from the Libraries; it does not have its own power cord or powerbutt

Green when the Extender is operating correctly. Flashing when theExtender is initializing or has failed with a hard error and is no longerfunctional.

4 Using diagnostic tools and troubleshootingThis chapter provides information for verifying that the Extender is properly installed and troubleshootin

Figure 31 Aligning the Extender tab in the Library slot.The tab on the Extender must be inserted in the slot on the master Library, as shown in Figure

For complete testing, enable a mailslot and ensure that at least one of the top-row corner slots in oneof the Libraries contains a tape cartridge.Tabl

MSL4048 top-row corner slotswith mailslot dis-abled: 21, 24,45, 48Using diagnostic tools and troubleshooting46

MSL8096 top-row corner slotswith mailslot dis-abled: 45, 48,93, 96IMPORTANT:The Library will remove any tape cartridges from the tape drives and go of

7. The Library loads the scratch cartridge into the first tape drive, unloads the scratch cartridge fromthe tape drive, and returns the scratch cartri

NOTE:See the HP StorageWorks MSL2024, MSL4048, and MSL8096 Tape Libraries user and service guidefor additional Library error codes.Table 5 Error codes

Class B equipment ... 76Declaration of Conformity

SolutionCauseMessageCode• Power cycle both Libraries.• Run the Library Extendercycle test.See Table 8, page 50.Library Extender has reportedan error c

SolutionCauseMessageSub-code• Power cycle the masterLibrary and run the LibraryExtender cycle test.• Retry the operation. If themotor is still blocked

SolutionCauseMessageSub-code• Power cycle both Libraries.• If this is a new installationor the Libraries have beenmoved, verify that the Ex-tender is

SolutionCauseMessageSub-code• Verify that the lower Lib-rary is an HP Storage-Works MSL2024 orMSL4048 Tape Library.The lower Library is not an HPStora

MessageSub-codeError during elevator movement to extender positionF5Error during sled movement to rotate positionF6Error during rotational movementF7E

5 Servicing the Library ExtenderThis chapter provides instructions for servicing the Library Extender, including replacing the Extender,removing the E

Removing the Library ExtenderTo remove the Library Extender:1. Using a #1 Phillips screwdriver, 1) loosen the four screws that secure the Extender to

2. Press the power button on the master Library to power off the master Library. If the Library doesnot respond to the power button, depress the power

1. To remove a tape drive from its current location, loosen the blue captive thumbscrews on the tapedrive.2. Pull straight back on the tape drive hand

When the Libraries are separated, each Library will need its own key server token with the keys toread tapes that were written by the extended Library

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Special cases• OCP contrast setting (MSL4048 and MSL8096) — each Library retains the setting it had beforeextended mode was enabled.• Drive power — In

3.CAUTION:Removing the top of the Extender will require its replacement. Only remove the top of theExtender to retrieve a cartridge when all other rem

3. Fold the tab on the cardboard support piece down, and then fold the ends of the wrapper overthe front and back of the Extender.4. Wrap the sides of

7. Attach a foam side support on each side of the Extender.8. Place the protected Extender in the shipping box.HP StorageWorks MSL Library Extender us

9. Secure the box with packaging tape.Releasing the magazines manuallyIf you cannot remove the magazines via the OCP or RMI, do the following:1. Power

3. From the back of the device, find the access hole for the magazine to be released. See Figure36, Figure 37, and Figure 38.Figure 36 Access to relea

4. To manually release a magazine, push the end of a small metal pin or straightened paper clipuntil you feel some resistance, about 1.5 cm (0.6 inch)

6 Support and other resourcesContacting HPBefore you contact HPBe sure to have the following information available before you contact HP:• Product mod

You can find these documents from the Manuals page of the HP Business Support Center website:http://www.hp.com/support/manualsIn the Storage section,

IMPORTANT:Provides clarifying information or specific instructions.NOTE:Provides additional information.TIP:Provides helpful hints and shortcuts.Custo

FiguresLibrary Extender installed with two MSL4048 Tape Libraries ... 111Help available from the RMI ...

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A Technical specificationsTable 12 Physical specificationsPackagedProduct aloneCharacteristic290 mm (11.42 inch)88 mm (3.46 inch)Height410 mm (16.14 i

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B Electrostatic dischargeTo prevent damaging the system, be aware of the precautions you need to follow when setting upthe system or handling parts. A

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C Regulatory compliance noticesThis section contains regulatory notices for the HP StorageWorks MSL Library Extender.Regulatory compliance identificat

of this equipment in a residential area is likely to cause harmful interference, in which case the userwill be required to correct the interference at

Class B equipmentThis Class B digital apparatus meets all requirements of the Canadian Interference-Causing EquipmentRegulations.Cet appareil numériqu

Korean noticesClass A equipmentClass B equipmentTaiwanese noticesBSMI Class A noticeTaiwan battery recycle statementRecovery text:• “Please recycle wa

Laser compliance noticesEnglish laser noticeThis device may contain a laser that is classified as a Class 1 Laser Product in accordance with U.S.FDA r

Library Extender status LEDs ... 4330Aligning the Extender tab in th

French laser noticeGerman laser noticeItalian laser noticeRegulatory compliance notices80

Japanese laser noticeSpanish laser noticeRecycling noticesEnglish noticeHP StorageWorks MSL Library Extender user guide 81

Bulgarian noticeCzech noticeDanish noticeDutch noticeRegulatory compliance notices82

Estonian noticeFinnish noticeFrench noticeGerman noticeHP StorageWorks MSL Library Extender user guide 83

Greek noticeHungarian noticeItalian noticeLatvian noticeRegulatory compliance notices84

Lithuanian noticePolish noticePortuguese noticeRomanian noticeHP StorageWorks MSL Library Extender user guide 85

Slovak noticeSpanish noticeSwedish noticeTurkish noticeTürkiye Cumhuriyeti: EEE Yönetmeli ine UygundurRegulatory compliance notices86

Battery replacement noticesDutch battery noticeHP StorageWorks MSL Library Extender user guide 87

French battery noticeGerman battery noticeRegulatory compliance notices88

Italian battery noticeJapanese battery noticeHP StorageWorks MSL Library Extender user guide 89

TablesSupported configurations ... 111Storage slot numbering ...

Spanish battery noticeRegulatory compliance notices90

GlossaryCSR Customer self repair. An HP program that allows you to repair your StorageWorksproduct by shipping the repair part directly to you.GUI Gra

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IndexBbattery replacement notices, 87boot straps, using, 73CCanadian notice, 76configuring, 15library, 21conventionsdocument, 68text symbols, 68custom

Iinstallationaligning the Libraries, 38checking the Extender LEDs, 41determining the master and lower Library, 29downloading product documentation, 28

straps, groundboot, 73heel, 73toe, 73Subscriber's Choice, HP, 67supported configurations, 11symbols in text, 68TTaiwanese notices, 78tape drive n

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