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4560SLX Tape LibraryUser’s GuideImportant:To maintain your new IBM 4560SLX Tape Library at peak performance and reliability,follow the maintenance pro

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After rebooting, the modules will revert back to their default configurationsand the library will be fully operational.Remote fail-over to primary mas

Appendix C. SpecificationsThis appendix provides hardware, environmental, primary power, and coolingspecifications and installation considerations for

EnvironmentalThis section provides safety, electromagnetic emissions, electrostatic discharge, andvibration information for the 4560SLX Tape Library.S

Temperature, humidity, and altitudeThe following table provides temperature, humidity, and altitude specifications forthe 4560SLX Tape Library.Table 1

Table 19. Shock specifications (transit/storage)Transit/storage (packed - no damage)Peak Acceleration 30 G’sDuration 30 msWaveshape 1/2 sine pulsesApp

Voltage limitsThe 4560SLX Tape Library is capable of using any nominal ac voltage between 100and 240 V ac power, at 50 or 60 Hz. It is capable of powe

CoolingForced-air cooling is used to keep the tapes drives, logic devices, motor amplifiers,motors, and power supplies below their maximum allowable t

Appendix D. Field replaceable units (FRUs)Table 27 lists all of the parts that can be replaced by the user or trained servicepersonnel.Table 27. Field

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Appendix E. Warranty informationThis section contains the warranty period for your product, information aboutobtaining warranty service and support, a

Chapter 1. IntroductionThe IBM 4560SLX Tape Library is a backup and restore solution for high-endxSeries™servers. The library provides many features a

v Option numberv Proof of purchasev Computer manufacturer, model, serial number (if IBM), and manualv Exact wording of the error message (if any)v Des

IBM Statement of Limited Warranty Z125-4753-06 8/2000Part1-General TermsThis Statement of Limited Warranty includes Part 1 - General Terms and Part 2

During the warranty period, IBM or your reseller, if approved by IBM to providewarranty service, provides without charge certain types of repair and e

contract or tort claim), except for any liability that cannot be waived or limited byapplicable laws, IBM is liable for no more than1. damages for bod

Governing Law: The following replaces “laws of the country in which you acquired theMachine” in the first sentence:laws of the State of New York.ASIA

The English language version of this Agreement prevails over any other languageversion.HONG KONG AND MACAUGoverning Law: The following replaces “laws

The arbitration fee will be borne by the losing party unless otherwise determinedby the arbitral award.During the course of arbitration, this Agreemen

disputes relating to it will be submitted to the exclusive jurisdiction of the Englishcourts; and 5) in Greece, Israel, Italy, Portugal, and Spain any

Extent of Warranty: The following is added to this Section:Except as expressly provided in these terms and conditions, all statutoryconditions, includ

The following item is added to this paragraph:3. breach of IBM’s obligations implied by Section 12 of the Sale of Goods Act 1979or Section 2 of the Su

– Fibre Channel Option (FCO) card– Interface cables (two)– Fibre Option User Guidev SDLT magazine option (Part number: 59P6661)– Left magazine– Right

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Appendix F. NoticesIBM may not offer the products, services, or features discussed in this document inall countries. Consult your local IBM representa

TrademarksThe following terms are trademarks of International Business MachinesCorporation in the United States, other countries, or both:HelpCenterIB

Dieses Gerät erfüllt die Bedingungen der EN 55022 Klasse A. Für diese Klasse vonGeräten gilt folgende Bestimmung nach dem EMVG:Geräte dürfen an Orten,

Questo prodotto è conforme alle normative di protezione ai sensi della Direttivadel Consiglio dell’Unione Europea 89/336/CEE sull’armonizzazione legis

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Part Number: 59P6690Printed in U.S.A.(1P) P/N: 59P6690

Table 1 describes the different indicator settings of the library status LED.Table 1. Library front panel indicatorsLibrary IndicatorsSolid Green The

MagazinesThe 4560SLX Tape Library contains two removable tape cartridge magazines thatare accessible through the magazine doors as shown in Figure 3.

Power supplyThe power supply is accessible from the rear of the library as shown in Figure 5.These auto-ranging power supplies are capable of using an

Tape drivesThe 4560SLX Tape Library supports a 0-drive, 1-drive, or 2-drive configuration asshown in Figure 6. All inactive tape drives are hot-swap c

The library controller board contains a single microprocessor and associated logicdevices to control all robotics operations and manage overall librar

Multi-module library systemsThe 4560SLX Tape Library is an expandable tape library that can be configured ina variety of module and drive combinations

library control software as a single library. For multi-module applications, the toplibrary module becomes the primary master module and all other lib

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Chapter 2. InstallationThis chapter explains how to install the 4560SLX Tape Library. Sections in thischapter include:v Setupv SCSI cable configuratio

Attaching the slide members to the libraryTo attach the slide members to the library, complete the following procedures:1. Remove the inner slide memb

Attaching the slide members to the rackTo attach the slide members to the rack, complete the following procedure:1. Attach the front (shorter) and rea

3. Push the middle slide member as far as possible to the front of the slidemember assembly.Installing a library in the rackTo install a library in th

8. Remove the door latch insert (the red tab located on the front panel).9. Re-insert the drives.10. Fully tighten the rear mounting bracket screws.11

SCSI configurationYour specific configuration will depend on the speed of your host and SCSIcontroller. The library uses high performance tape drives.

Two tape drives on a dual host systemFigure 18 shows a typical SCSI cable configuration for a library with two tapedrives installed using a dual host

Multiple libraries on a single host systemFigure 19 shows a typical SCSI cable configuration for a multi-unit library with avarying number of drives u

Multiple libraries on a dual host systemFigure 20 shows a typical SCSI cable configuration for a library with multiplelibraries and tape drives instal

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2. Toggle the power switch to on “|”.3. Press the touch screen to activate the display.When power is first applied to the libraries, a series of Power

Chapter 3. Library configurationThe library provides several configuration options to support a variety ofapplications and platforms. The settings for

5. Select the button next to the SCSI ID you want to set. The screen will displaythe current setting as shown in Figure 24.6. Enter a new value for th

9. Press the Back button to return to the Main menu screen. Repeat this procedureto set any remaining SCSI IDs.Setting up reserved tape cartridge slot

To reserve a slot, complete the following procedure:1. From the Menu screen, select the Library option from the Edit Options area.2. From the Library

4. Enter a new value and select Save. A confirmation screen appears on thedisplay as shown in Figure 30.5. Press the Back button until you return to t

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Chapter 4. OperationThis chapter describes how to operate the 4560SLX Tape Library.Using the touch screenThe touch screen enables you to set up and co

Note: In a scaled multi-module library system, selecting the Mail Slot Accessbutton on the master library touch screen displays the mail slots of all

To move a cartridge, complete the following procedure:1. Touch the Source box or Source Element Type from the Move Media screen.The Source box will ch

Note: Before using this information and the product it supports, read the information inAppendix E, “Warranty information” on page 99 and Appendix F,

option is displayed in the Destination box. For example, touching Slot threetimes displays Slot 3 in the Destination box.5. Select the Execute Move bu

Table 2 describes the available Library options.Table 2. Library optionsOption DescriptionLibrary Stays Offline AfterPower-up InitializationThe librar

Table 2. Library options (continued)Option DescriptionBarcode Label Size This option enables you to limit the maximum number ofcharacters of the bar c

Table 3. SCSI configuration options (continued)Definition Option and default description Default valueLibrary SCSI BusParityThis option enables you to

Table 3. SCSI configuration options (continued)Definition Option and default description Default valueTapeAlert Mode This option enables you to specif

Table 4 describes the available Network options.Table 4. Network configuration optionsDefinition Option and default description Default valueIP Addres

Cartridge Map: This option provides a visual indication of all library drives, mailslots and magazine slots, including whether there is a cartridge pr

Table 5. Security level optionsSecurity level AccessUser Level 1 Mail slot access onlyUser Level 2 Mail slot and magazine access onlyService User and

Network: This option enables you to define the network options used toconfigure the library for your specific needs as shown in Figure 46. For adescri

Each password is represented by four decimal digits that are stored in NVRAM(non-volatile memory) in a range of 0001 to 9999. 0000 is used to disable

ContentsSafety ...vPreface ...viiProduct Registration ...viiChapter 1. Introduction ...1Contents...1C

PowerThis option initiates a library power-down operation. Figure 49 shows theconfirmation screen that is displayed when this option is selected. The

Inserting cartridges into a magazineA full magazine is shown in Figure 51. Note that the lowest numbered tapecartridge slot is the one closest to the

magazine door for mail slot access. After opening the left magazine door, pivot themail slot forward to insert a tape cartridge as shown in Figure 52.

Chapter 5. MaintenanceThis chapter describes how to replace and run cleaning cartridges in the 4560SLXTape Library.Note: Only qualified service techni

Manually running a cleaning cartridgeYou can manually run a cleaning cartridge from three locations:v The mail slot - Running a cleaning cartridge fro

1. Reserve the cleaning cartridge slot. For more information, see “Setting upreserved tape cartridge slots” on page 23.2. Install a cleaning cartridge

11. Select Destination and then select Cleaning Slot in the Destination ElementType box.12. Select Execute Move to put the new cleaning cartridge in t

Chapter 6. TroubleshootingThe following information might be useful if you experience problems using the4560SLX Tape Library.Platform problemsIncorrec

Table 6 lists ERPs reported on the touch screen of the library. This list includes onlythose procedures that can be safely performed by a user. For a

Fault symptom codes (FSCs)Table 7 lists the FSCs and their related ERPs that might be displayed on the touchscreen. If an FSC continues, report it to

Cabling considerations for fail-over operation . . 88Fail-over initiation ...88Restoringnormaloperation...89Appendix C. Specifications ..

Table 7. Fault symptom codes (continued)Message FSC ERPVertical Tach Errors 3004 C,GPassthru Tach Errors 3005 C,GExcessive Picker Friction Error 3006

Table 7. Fault symptom codes (continued)Message FSC ERPDrive Stow Failed, Media Returned to Source 3082 FDrive Stow Failed, Media Remains in Drive 308

Table 7. Fault symptom codes (continued)Message FSC ERPDrive Status Fail 503D FCommand response from unexpected source 7001 D,GControl command executi

Table 7. Fault symptom codes (continued)Message FSC ERPInvalid comm. get attempt A005 C,GComm initialization error A006 C,GPut of a NULL comm A007 C,G

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Chapter 7. Using the NeoCenter utilityThe NeoCenter utility enables you to configure the unit using the Windows®interface. The utility enables you to

An upload process screen is displayed for a moment and then the Configuredialog box appears:3. Select the IP Addresses tab.4. Set the IP addresses by

2. On the Configure screen, select the Access tab.The Access tab panel is displayed.3. Place the text cursor into a level field and type in the passwo

Setting SCSI parameters1. Establish communications with the library.2. On the Configure Library screen, click the SCSI Parameters tab.The SCSI Paramet

3. Click the radio button for System Trace or Non-Volatile Trace.4. Use the Browse button to select a network destination for the uploaded binaryfile.

SafetyBefore installing this product, read the Safety Information.Antes de instalar este produto, leia as Informações de Segurança.Pred instalací toho

Downloading dataThe library firmware is resident in flash memory; however, IBM periodicallyupdates this code. You can find the latest firmware files b

Rebooting the libraryTo reboot the library, complete the following procedure:1. Establish communications with the library.2. From the Diag menu, selec

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Chapter 8. Web TLCWeb TLC (Total Library Control) is a remote interface device built into your4560SLX Tape Library that enables you to monitor and con

In order to use Web TLC, you must have the following:v A 10 BaseT Ethernet networkv A dedicated IP address (either Internet or local)v A host computer

2. Enter your password in the appropriate field and click Login.The Web TLC Control Panel page appears with the Status screen displayed.StatusClick th

To move a selected cartridge using Web TCL, complete the following procedure:1. Specify the source slot and destination.2. Click the Execute the move

Appendix A. Adding a tape driveThis appendix explains how to add a tape drive to the library. See Chapter 1,“Introduction” for a list of tape drives s

4. Secure the tape drive to the library using the two thumbscrews.5. Configure the tape drive using the touch screen.Figure 63. Installing a tape driv

Appendix B. Adding a library moduleThe 4560SLX architecture is uniquely suited to growing storage needs. It enablesthe robotics in the 4560SLX Tape Li

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The cartridge elevator is composed of a 10U motor drive assembly with extensionsequal to the combined heights of the number of modules installed in th

2. Position the router at the top rear of the rack to locate the appropriatemounting holes in the rack rails.3. Install the four captive fasteners int

Installing the cartridge elevatorTo install the cartridge elevator, complete the following procedure:Note: The following procedure assumes that the mo

Note: With a blank panel or tape drive removed, there is access to movingparts. DO NOT reach into open cavities.a. Loosen the captive retainer screws

5. Install all of the modules in the equipment rack.6. Slide each of the 4560SLX Tape Libraries a few inches forward, starting belowthe top (master) l

11. Replace drive 2 or the blank cover to all modules. If replacing a drive, repeatthe procedure below for each module.a. Fully support the drive shoe

v Tie bars (to connect extensions)v Install hardwareThe following are required tools for the cartridge elevator:v #2 Phillips, stubby, or right-angle

2. Slide the elevator car to the top of the primary chassis.The elevator car is now positioned over the belt block bracket access cutoutnext to the PC

4. Turn the primary chassis face down.The belt block brackets and fasteners are now visible through the accesscutout.5. Remove the four mounting screw

8. Mount the cartridge elevator extension:a. Insert alignment pins of the extension to the slot at the bottom of theprimary chassis as shown in Figure

PrefaceThis manual provides step-by-step installation instructions and informationrequired for ongoing use and maintenance of the IBM®4560SLX Tape Lib

c. Attach the large tie bars with the four mounting screws so that the bevelededge is facing the inside corner of the chassis and extension.9. Remove

15. Position the media elevator car over the belt block access cutout.16. Position the ends of the timing belt under the elevator car at the midpoint

19. Secure the timing belt with the two belt brackets and four retaining screws. Ifthe belt was sized properly a small space between the belt ends is

common functions in a slave module. The following procedure prepares yourmulti-module library for cartridge elevator use.The following procedure assum

5. Press Master, then press Save.The Module Configuration Confirmation pop-up window is displayed.6. Press OK. The module reboots.The touch screen wil

now controlled through the master. The missing options identify the moduleas a slave as shown in Figure 84.8. Repeat step 1 through step 6 for all sla

2. Install a terminator on the master library controller adapter connection.3. Optional: Connect the WAN point to the host with a 10BaseT cable as sho

7. Connect the male to male 9-pin cartridge elevator cable from the primarymaster to the lower serial port connection on the cartridge elevator.8. Con

If any of the slave modules are at a different firmware level than the master,update the multi-module system using the master module touch screen (iff

Local fail-over to secondary master initiationThe fail-over operation should be initiated when it is determined that the primarymaster module is in a