Sun Microsystems 9740 - Manuals

viii Revision P 95693 Figures Figure 1-1. External Components . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-2Figure 1-2. Robot Components . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ...

ix Revision P 95693 Tables Table 1-1. LSM Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-6Table 3-1. Playground Cartridge Locations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ...

95693 Revision P xi Preface This guide describes how to operate the TimberWolf 9740 Library Storage Module (LSM). Most of the information in this guide pertains to the hardware. Note: Refer to the appropriate publications for specific information about the controller transport units, tape drives, so...

xii Revision P 95693 ■ Alert Messages Alert messages call your attention to information that is especially important or that has a unique relationship to the main text or graphic. Note: A note provides additional information that is of special interest. A note might point out exceptions to rules or ...

95693 Revision P xiii ■ Additional Information Sun Microsystems, Inc. (Sun) offers several methods for you to obtain additional information. Sun’s External Web Site Sun’s external Web site provides marketing, product, event, corporate, and service information. The external Web site is accessible to ...

95693 Revision P xv Notices Please read the following compliance and warning statements for this product. CAUTION: Potential equipment damage: Cables that connect peripherals must be shielded and grounded; refer to descriptions in the cable instruction manuals. Operation of this equipment with cable...

xvi Revision P 95693 ■ Japanese Compliance Statement The following compliance statement in Japanese pertains to VCCI EMI regulations: English translation : This is a Class A product based on the Technical Requirement of the Voluntary Control Council for Interference by Information Technology (VCCI)....

95693 Revision P xvii ■ Internal Code License Statement The following is the Internal Code License Agreement from Sun StorageTek: NOTICE INTERNAL CODE LICENSE PLEASE READ THIS NOTICE CAREFULLY BEFORE INSTALLING AND OPERATING THIS EQUIPMENT. THIS NOTICE IS A LEGAL AGREEMENT BETWEEN YOU (EITHER AN IND...

95693 Revision P 1-1 1 General Information This chapter describes the library storage module (LSM) for an automated cartridge system (ACS). An ACS is a removable media, robotic system that mounts cartridges into storage cells, tape drives, cartridge access port (CAP), or cartridge exchange mechanism...

Library Storage Module Components 1-2 Revision P 95693 Robot Figure 1-2 on page 1-3 shows the robot components. The robot is a mechanism that moves cartridges between storage cells, CTUs, tape drives, CAP, or CEM. The robot consists of the Z column assembly, hand, and camera assembly. The Z column a...

Library Storage Module Components 1-4 Revision P 95693 Cartridge Access Port The cartridge access port (CAP) is a storage area where you add cartridges to or remove cartridges from an LSM. The CAP is located on the right front door. LSMs are shipped with the type of CAP that allows you to place 14 c...

95693 Revision P 1-5 Cartridge Drives and Cabinets ■ Cartridge Drives and Cabinets The cartridge drive attaches to the rear of the LSM and contains: • Two or four 9490 (TimberLine) CTUs • One to four SD-3 (RedWood) CTUs The 9741 or 9741E drive cabinets attach to the rear of the LSM and contains: • O...

LSM Specifications 1-6 Revision P 95693 ■ LSM Specifications Table 1-1 lists the LSM specifications: Table 1-1. LSM Specifications Description Specification Power cable US/Canada 100-120 VAC UL/CSA power cable International 200 to 240 VAC HAR power cable Input voltage rangeNominal voltage 100 or 240...

95693 Revision P 2-1 2 Controls and Indicators This chapter shows and describes the power switch and operator panel for the LSM. It also describes how to set the SCSI address as well as the maximum usage count of the cleaning cartridges. Refer to the controller transport unit or tape drive operator ...

Power Switch 2-2 Revision P 95693 Tape Drives and Cabinets Drives that are housed in the standard and expanded (9741 and 9741E) Drive Cabinet each have their own power supply that attaches to a power strip at the base of the cabinet. To power down drives in the 9741/9741E Drive Cabinet the circuit b...

95693 Revision P 2-3 Operator Panel ■ Operator Panel The operator panel is mounted to the right front door of the LSM. The panel contains function keys (also referred to as softkeys) and indicators, plus a two-line display. The operator panel displays LSM status, configuration, test sequences, and e...

95693 Revision P 2-5 Setting the SCSI Address Figure 2-4. Symbol Definitions for Menu Block Diagram (C62015) Press Execute to Enter 9740 Test Screens EXECUTE PRESSED MENU PRESSED Symbol Definitions for Menu Block Diagrams How Used.... = display screen with actual display screen text = display screen...

95693 Revision P 3-1 3 Operating the LSM This chapter contains the procedures for: • Powering-on or IPLing the LSM • Powering-off the LSM • Operating in automated mode • Operating in manual mode When the machine is controlled by the host, refer to your software publications and enter the command fro...

Operating the LSM in Automated Mode 3-2 Revision P 95693 ■ Operating the LSM in Automated Mode When the LSM is online and operating in automated mode, it performs many tasks that you would otherwise perform manually. However, to keep the LSM operating efficiently while the robot is mounting and dism...

95693 Revision P 3-3 Operating the LSM in Automated Mode 4. Close the CAP. The lock automatically engages. Notes: • The host software determines what happens when you enter a cartridge upside down or with an unreadable label. Under normal conditions, the camera on the hand audits the CAP and recogni...

Operating the LSM in Automated Mode 3-4 Revision P 95693 Ejecting Cartridges through the CAP Refer to your specific software publications for instructions about having the robot insert the desired cartridges into the CAP. To eject cartridges through the CAP: 1. Enter the VOLSERs of the cartridges yo...

95693 Revision P 3-5 Cleaning Drives in the LSM ■ Cleaning Drives in the LSM Drive cleaning can be initiated either by the operator or by the backup application. The following information describes the functions the operator needs to perform to clean the drives. Operator-initiated cleaning is handle...

Cleaning Drives in the LSM 3-6 Revision P 95693 Setting the Cleaning Cartridge Usage Count You can use the operator panel to set the maximum number of times a cartridge can be used to make sure that it is effective. Remember that each drive’s cartridge has a maximum number of cleans, and must be rep...

95693 Revision P 3-7 Cleaning Drives in the LSM Replacing Cleaning Cartridges When an LSM operating in an SCSI control path environment is in AUTO CLEAN mode, the only method to use to replace an expired cleaning cartridge is by selecting the Change Cln Cart utility from the main operator panel menu...

Cleaning Drives in the LSM 3-8 Revision P 95693 Serial Interface If your control path is serial, these items are true: • You do not have the option of using the AUTO CLEAN function from the operator panel. • All drive cleaning is managed by and controlled through the host. The manner which ACSLS (Au...

95693 Revision P 3-9 Cleaning Drives in the LSM To unlock the CAP: 1. Press EXECUTE on the operator panel. a. The operator panel displays ONLINE CAP UNLK PENDING . b. The hand unlocks the CAP. c. The operator panel displays ONLINE CAP UNLOCKED . 2. Open the CAP to gain access to the cells. 3. Remove...

Operating in Manual Mode 3-10 Revision P 95693 ■ Operating in Manual Mode When an LSM is offline, you might be: • Opening the LSM front doors • Moving the robot • Locating a cartridge in the storage cells • Mounting and dismounting a cartridge • Removing a cartridge from the hand • Returning the LSM...

Operating in Manual Mode 3-12 Revision P 95693 Moving the Robot After opening the LSM doors, you might need to move the robot to make it easier to access the stored cartridges or the drives. Read and observe the following caution before attempting to move any portion of the robot. CAUTION: Potential...

95693 Revision P 3-13 Operating in Manual Mode Rotating the Z Column CAUTION: Potential equipment damage : The Z column does not rotate a full 360 degrees. If you meet resistance when rotating it, do not force it. Rotate the Z column in the opposite direction. If you need to rotate the Z column, gra...

Operating in Manual Mode 3-14 Revision P 95693 Locating a Cartridge in the Storage Cells Figure 3-6 through Figure 3-9 illustrate the locations of the panels, rows, and columns of the cartridge storage cells in a typical LSM configuration. Note: There is a decal at the top of each column that also p...

95693 Revision P 3-15 Operating in Manual Mode Figur e 3-7.Locating Car tridges–P anel s, Cell s, Rows, Ca rtridge Drive (C62013) C62013 T T T 0 0 0 T T T T T T T T T 41 41 41 T = ARRAY TARGET CTU 0 CTU 1 CTU 2 CTU 3 AREA RESERVED FORCAP LATCH ASSEMBLY 36 0 0 0 0 0 0 36 36 0 0 COLUMN 0 COLUMN 0 COLU...

Operating in Manual Mode 3-18 Revision P 95693 Figure 3-10 shows the cell locations of cartridges stored in the playground. These cells are used to store diagnostic and cleaning cartridges, and to provide an empty/dropoff cell for the robot if the LSM loses power while a cartridge is in the hand. Ta...

95693 Revision P 3-19 Operating in Manual Mode Note: No more than two drive types can be mixed in the 9741/9741E Drive Cabinet. Mounting and Dismounting Cartridge Tapes When you are operating in manual mode, you may need to mount and dismount cartridge tapes from different types of CTUs and tape dri...

Operating in Manual Mode 3-20 Revision P 95693 Mounting a Cartridge into a 9490 or SD-3 CTU See “Controller Transport Units” on page 4-1 for more information. WARNING: Personal injury : To avoid injury to your hand, keep your fingers out of the transport; the elevator lowers automatically when a car...

95693 Revision P 3-21 Operating in Manual Mode Mounting a Cartridge into a DLT Drive Use Figure 3-11 and “Digital Linear Tape Drives” on page 4-4 for the following procedures: Figure 3-11. DLT Handle and Hub Positions E62378 DRIVESHUTTLE DRIVE HUB(UP) HUB(DOWN) CARTRIDGEHOOK (UP) CARTRIDGEHOOK (DOWN...

Operating in Manual Mode 3-22 Revision P 95693 CAUTION: Potential equipment damage : Before mounting a cartridge into the drive, make sure that power is on, and that the Operate Handle indicator is on. Use the drive shuttle to operate, not the drive handle. A safety mechanism protects the drive if y...

95693 Revision P 3-23 Operating in Manual Mode 4. Insert the cartridge into the shuttle and push the cartridge into the back of the drive until it is firmly seated. 5. Push the shuttle completely back, pause for about two seconds, then release the shuttle. CAUTION:If the cartridge has been ejected f...

Operating in Manual Mode 3-24 Revision P 95693 Mounting a Cartridge into a T9840 Drive Important: T9840A/B and T9840C VolSafe cartridges are not interchangeable. T9840C tape drives can read the 20-GB VolSafe tape cartridges used in T9840A and T9840B drives, but cannot write to them. The 40-GB VolSaf...

95693 Revision P 3-25 Operating in Manual Mode Dismounting a Cartridge from a T9840 Drive To unload the cartridge from a T9840 drive: 1. Ensure that the drive is not selected. CAUTION: Loss of data : Pressing the Unload switch during a write operation causes the drive to try to write the remaining d...

Operating in Manual Mode 3-26 Revision P 95693 Mounting a Cartridge into a T9940 Drive See “T9840 and T9940 Tape Drives” on page 4-5 for more information. To load the cartridge in a T9940 drive: 1. Follow the steps in “Mounting and Dismounting Cartridge Tapes” on page 3-19 . 2. Insert the cartridge ...

95693 Revision P 3-27 Operating in Manual Mode Removing a Cartridge from the Hand If the LSM goes offline because of a power failure, a cartridge might be left in the hand. If you need the cartridge to complete a job request, you can manually remove it from the hand and mount it into a drive for a r...

Operating in Manual Mode 3-28 Revision P 95693 5. Turn the reach mechanism drive belt until the gripper is fully retracted. 6. If a cartridge was in the top cell, re-insert it properly into the cell. Expansion Door Procedure To remove a cartridge from the hand when your LSM has an expansion door: 1....

95693 Revision P 3-29 Operating in Manual Mode Returning the LSM Online To place the LSM online for automated operations: 1. Refer to your specific drive publications for instructions about making the drives ready. For DLT, make sure that the Operate Handle light is on and the handle is up. 2. Close...

95693 Revision P 4-1 4 Drives This chapter contains an overview about the controller transport units (CTUs) and tape drives for the 9740 Library Storage Module (LSM). Note: See Appendix A for information about the cartridge tapes. CTUs mount in cartridge drives that attach to the rear of the LSM. Ea...

9741/9741E Drive Cabinet 4-4 Revision P 95693 ■ 9741/9741E Drive Cabinet The drive cabinet houses from 1 to 10 DLT, 9840, T9840, or T9940 tape drives or a combination of these tape drives. Digital Linear Tape Drives Digital Linear Tape (DLT) drives mount inside a 9741/9741E Drive Cabinet. These driv...

95693 Revision P 5-1 5 Service This chapter describes what to do if problems occur with the 9740 Library Storage Module. In some cases, you might be able to correct the problem. In other cases, you must contact your service provider to correct the problem. Notes: • Refer to Appendix A, “Cartridge Ta...

Sun’s Worldwide Offices 5-2 Revision P 95693 2. Describe the problem to the call taker. The call taker will ask several questions and will either route your call to a trained support technician or dispatch a service representative. If you have the following information when placing a service call, t...

95693 Revision P A-1 A Cartridge Tape Information This appendix contains information about the cartridge tapes used in the controller transport units (CTUs) and tape drives for the LSM. ■ Cartridge Requirements Cartridges must meet specifications defined in American National Standard Magnetic Tape a...

Inspecting a Cartridge A-2 Revision P 95693 ■ Inspecting a Cartridge A defective or dirty cartridge can damage a drive. Always inspect a cartridge before inserting it into a drive or a library. Look for: • Cracked or broken cartridge • Broken leader block • Broken leader block latch • Damaged write-...

Inspecting a Cartridge A-4 Revision P 95693 Figure A-4. Inspecting a T9840 Cartridge (C62715) REAR VIEW C62715 WRITEPROTECT SWITCH(FORWARD POSITION IS WRITE PROTECTED) FINGER GRIPS VOLSERLABEL MEDIA IDLABEL CUSTOMER LABEL AREA MANUFACTURERLABELAREA Figure A-5. Inspecting a T9940 Cartridge (C62727) C...

95693 Revision P A-5 Storing Cartridges ■ Storing Cartridges When storing a cartridge: • Do not take a cartridge out of its protective wrapping until you are ready to use it. Use the tear string, not a sharp instrument, to remove the wrapping. • Store cartridges in a clean environment that duplicate...

Repairing a Detached Leader Block A-6 Revision P 95693 When a cleaning cartridge is used the specified number of times, it is automatically placed into the CAP, and the operator panel displays “(3480, SD-3, DLT, T9840, or T9940) CLEANING CART USED UP.” See “Replacing Cleaning Cartridges” or “Replaci...

95693 Revision P A-7 Applying Labels ■ Applying Labels Cartridge labels reflect the cartridge media and usage. The types of cartridge labels you might need to apply are: • Customer • VOLSER • Cleaning • Diagnostic • Media labels Notes: • Make sure that the labels are not placed elsewhere on the cart...

Applying Labels A-8 Revision P 95693 Figure A-6. 3480 Cartridge Label Locations (C62031) CUSTOMERLABEL VOLSERLABEL C62031 Figure A-7. ETape Cartridge Label Locations (C62528) CUSTOMERLABEL VOLSERLABEL MEDIALABEL C62528

95693 Revision P A-9 Applying Labels Figure A-8. EETape Cartridge Label Locations (C62526) CUSTOMERLABEL C62526 VOLUME/SERIALNUMBER(VOLSER)LABEL MEDIALABEL“Z” Figure A-9. Helical Scan Cartridge Label Locations (C62032) C62032 WRITE-PROTECTSWITCH CUSTOMERLABEL TAPELENGTHLABEL VOLUME/SERIAL NUMBER(VOL...

Applying Labels A-10 Revision P 95693 Figure A-10. T9840 Cartridge Label Locations (C62444) C62444 MEDIAID LABEL VOLSERLABEL WRITE-PROTECT CUSTOMERLABEL Figure A-11. T9940 Cartridge Label Location (C62731) C62731 MEDIAID VOLSERLABELAREA CUSTOMERLABELAREA MANUFACTURERLABELAREA

95693 Revision P A-11 Applying Labels DLT Cartridges The DLTtape VOLSER letter located next to the last number in the VOLSER reflects the media. Cleaning cartridges have CLN in the VOLSER, diagnostic cartridges have DG in the VOLSER. See Figure A-12 and insert the label into the recessed area on eac...

Setting the Write-Protect Switch A-12 Revision P 95693 ■ Setting the Write-Protect Switch Write-protect, also called file-protect, is a setting on cartridge tapes that prevents data form being written on the tape but reading data is still possible. Write-enable is a setting that allows data to be wr...

95693 Revision P A-15 Setting the Write-Protect Switch DLT Write-Protect Switch To write-enable a DLT cartridge: 1. Hold the cartridge with the rear VOLSER label toward you. 2. Locate the write-protect switch on the front of the cartridge. 3. Slide the write-protect switch to the right so that the o...

Setting the Write-Protect Switch A-16 Revision P 95693 T9840 Write-Protect Switch To write-enable a T9840 cartridge: 1. Hold the cartridge with the customer label side up and rear VOLSER label toward you. 2. Locate the write-protect switch on the right side of the cartridge. 3. Slide the write-prote...

95693 Revision P A-17 Setting the Write-Protect Switch T9940 Write-Protect Switch 1. Hold the cartridge with write-protect switch towards you. 2. Locate the write-protect switch on the front of the cartridge. 3. Slide the write-protect switch to the left so the arrow points to the unlocked padlock i...

Environmental Specifications A-18 Revision P 95693 ■ Environmental Specifications The following tables list the different cartridge environmental specifications: Table A-1. 9490 Cartridge Environmental Specifications Operating Environment Temperature 15.6º to 32.2ºC (60º to 90ºF) Relative humidity 2...

95693 Revision P Glossary-1 Glossary This glossary defines terms and abbreviations used in this publication. Many of the definitions are taken from other sources. The letters in the parentheses that follow some definitions indicate the source of the definition: (A). The American National Standard Di...

95693 Revision P Index-1 Index Numerics 9490 cartridge specifications, A-18cartridges, A-2dismounting a cartridge, 3-20mounting a cartridge, 3-20operator panel, 4-2overview, 4-2power switch, 4-2recording formats, 4-2types of tapes, 4-2write-protect switch, A-12 9741/9741E drive cabinet, 4-4 A agreem...

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