HP Enterprise Modular Library E-SeriesUser GuideHP Part Number: AH876-96010Published: December 2012Edition: 8th
Parts of the libraryThe following figures show the parts of a 469e library. See (page 7).Figure 1 Front view of the library2. Base module1. Reserved s
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C Ordering HP tape cartridges and barcode label packsWhere to buy tape cartridges and barcode labelsHP recommends using HP tape cartridges in your HP
Table 34 HP tape cartridges and barcode labels (continued)HP part numberTape drive type/productC7974WL (1.6 TB1—Europe, Americas only)Custom prelabele
D Installing a redundant PDUPDU componentsThe library comes with one PDU installed. For a variety of reasons, it may be desirable or necessaryto add a
Placement of redundant PDU componentsThe library primary PDU (#1) and two power strips (#1 and #3) are installed at the factory. Theredundant PDU (#2)
Glossaryarray (1) A section of vertical or horizontal tape cartridge receptacles inside a library.(2) A molded unit that holds multiple cartridges.bac
or an arbitrated loop. Fibre Channel is a generalized transport mechanism with no protocol ofits own. A Fibre Channel does not have a native input/out
magazine A removable array that holds tape cartridges and is placed into the load port.PCI Peripheral component interconnect. The PCI bus typically ru
IndexSymbols71econfiguration, 7number of slots, 11reserved slots, 23, 40slot numbering, 24upgrading, 13, 27Aadapter panel, 13adjust screen contrast, 4
Figure 2 Rear view of the library2. Switch for the internal network (in libraries with LTO4 orlater tape drives only)1. Reserved space4. Tape drive ex
Federal Communications Commission notice, 87floorat lowest module, 23library, 12, 14, 23HHBA device drivertroubleshooting, 62verifying information, 62
power supplies, 37slots, 23OOCPfunctions, 35Home screen, 33icons, 32tabs and status bar, 33timeouts, 34troubleshooting, 55OCP screensComponent Status,
HP, 80Telnet session, 19, 20terminal configuration settings, 63text symbols, 81troubleshootingbasic Fibre Channel, 61devices, verifying, 62FC connecti
and the floor limits the distance that the robot can travel. If the library floor is attached to the basemodule, the bottom two rows (containing 16 sl
The card cage in the base module (see (page 13)) provides six cPCI slots for the following:• Library robotics controller (see (page 16)) A single slot
Tape drive expansion moduleThe tape drive expansion module is an 8U chassis containing 94 LTO slots (84 permanent and10 configurable). The number of u
Figure 6 Card cage expansion module2. 4U blank cover1. Viewing window4. Power supplies3. Card slots5. FansCapacity expansion moduleThe capacity expans
Library robotics controllerThe library robotics controller contains firmware to control the robot, communicate with the InterfaceManager card, manage
The Interface Manager card communicates with the management station over the LAN. Themanagement station is a Microsoft Windows-based PC (server) that
5. To save any changes to the network settings, select the Save button at the bottom, right of theOCP.Any client machine on the LAN can communicate wi
Changing the master controller (SIPP master)One interface controller is assigned by the Interface Manager card as the master controller theSIPP master
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Figure 15 Library network2. FC Switch (SAN)1. Hosts4. Interface Manager card3. Interface controller6. Library robotics controller5. LTO2 or LTO3 tape
Figure 16 Library load ports on 40U configurationTape drivesThe Ultrium tape drive is a high performance streaming tape drive that uses LTO technology
Figure 17 Ports on the switch for the internal network1. 10/100Base-TX RJ-45 portsOperator control panelThe OCP displays library status information an
messages often include a slot location in the format MRC x,y,z. This identifies a module (x), row(y), and column (z) location.Each module has a differ
Figure 19 Slot numbering in the base module for the EML 71e2. Array targets for the barcode scanner1. Robot park zone4. Software demarcation between u
Figure 20 Slot numbering in the base module for all other EML configurations2. Array targets for the barcode scanner1. Robot park zone4. Software dema
Figure 22 Slot numbering in the card cage expansion module2. Array targets1. Slots available for data cartridges4. Expansion identification label3. Sl
the management station directly, or through any client on the LAN using a browser-based GUI.Multiple Command View TL clients can be simultaneously ope
2 Using the libraryThis chapter describes operating procedures for the library.Powering on the library1. Close the center door of the library and turn
3. If this is the first time the library has been powered on after delivery, or if a new interfacecontroller was installed, configure the interface co
Contents1 Library overview...7Available configurations...
HP recommends that you use them on your tape cartridges. Your host software can use barcodelabels to track the following information:• Date of format
Figure 27 Attaching an Ultrium barcode labelSetting the write-protect switchEach tape cartridge has a sliding write-protect switch. This switch determ
4. Grab the handle on the magazine and pull it out of the library.CAUTION: Guard plates prevent access to the inside of the library when a load portma
Table 2 OCP icons (continued)DescriptionIconThumbtack in—The screen has been selected for display after a period ofinactivity. Only one screen at a ti
Figure 31 Menu screenThe status bar is a quick indicator of library health. The bar is green when the library is functioningnormally, yellow during a
period before a timeout. Otherwise, the library re-enters a normal timeout state after 60minutes.For certain functions, the timeout feature is disable
Table 3 OCP componentsOptions to view or selectTabIdentity ScreenStatusHealth Summary >• Library and Robotics >Library Status◦◦ Robotics Status◦
Table 3 OCP components (continued)Options to view or selectTabReboot LibraryMedia Operations >• Move Tape• Clean DriveRun Admin Tests >• Operato
Figure 32 OCP Status screenTable 4 Status screen functionsDescriptionFunctionContains basic configuration information. The library name, IPv4 address,
Table 4 Status screen functions (continued)DescriptionFunctionEnables you to filter informational, warning, and critical events. The fivemost recent e
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Table 5 Configuration screen functions (continued)DescriptionFunctionBoth IPv4 and IPv6 can be enabled, but both cannot be disabled atthe same time.•
Table 6 Operations screen functions (continued)DescriptionFunctionPerforms the following tasks:Media Operations• Move Tape Select a Source and Element
Support screenThe Support screen provides access to screens showing HP support information, service tasks,contact information, and enables you to disp
Interface Manager cardFigure 37 Indicators and reset on the Interface Manager card 342213–001 or 393531–001Figure 38 Indicators and reset on the Inter
e2400-FC 2Gb interface controllerFigure 39 Indicators on the e2400-FC 2Gb interface controllerTable 10 Indicators on the e2400-FC 2Gb interface contro
LTO tape drivesFigure 41 Indicator on an LTO2 or LTO3 tape driveTable 12 Indicator on an LTO2 or LTO3 tape driveFunctionControl/indicatorIndex No.When
Figure 43 Indicators on an LTO5 and LTO6 tape driveTable 14 Indicators on an LTO5 or later tape driveFunctionControl/indicatorIndex No.When lit (yello
Table 15 Indicators on the switch for the internal network (continued)FunctionControl/indicatorIndexNo.On--The port is enabled and receiving a link in
Power supply in the base module or tape drive expansion moduleFigure 46 Indicator on the autoranging power supplyTable 17 Indicator on the autoranging
Power distribution unitNOTE: The EML 71e does not include a power distribution unit because you install it in yourown rack.Figure 48 Controls and indi
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3 Troubleshooting and event reportingThis chapter describes how to solve problems you might encounter while operating the library.For additional assis
Cleaning Ultrium tape drivesBe aware of the following:• Ultrium tape drives have been developed to have a minimal cleaning requirement.• An Ultrium un
the library. Both platform problems and general tape drive errors display an error message orevent code on the OCP. Use the event codes listed later i
Startup problemsTable 21 Startup problemsCorrective actionProblemMake sure that:The library does not power on.• The power cord is connected to a groun
Table 21 Startup problems (continued)Corrective actionProblem• Power cords from PDU power strips are installed and seated.• The library main power swi
Table 21 Startup problems (continued)Corrective actionProblemThe OCP displays a yellow warningand the Status→Health•Check cable connections.• Check In
Table 23 Robotics problems (continued)Corrective actionProblemClose the center door to recalibrate the library.The robot times out or hangs.• Make sur
Operating problemsTable 24 Operating problemsCorrective actionProblemThe host computer cannot communicatewith the library.• Make sure that Command Vie
Table 25 Tape drive problems (continued)Corrective actionProblem• Reseat the tape drive.• Check tape drive status on the OCP and with Command View TL.
Table 26 Common Interface Manager card issuesSolutionPossible causeSymptomBad network connectionCommand View TL serverdoes not detect the InterfaceMan
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Table 26 Common Interface Manager card issues (continued)SolutionPossible causeSymptomCheck cabling and observe indicators on the InterfaceManager car
Table 27 Interface Manager card LED fault isolation (continued)ProceduresIndicatorsOffBlinks 4x per 5 secondintervalBlinks 1x per 5 secondintervalOff•
Examining FC port connectionMost hubs and switches have link indicators showing link status. When the interface controller isconnected and powered on,
Table 28 Terminal configuration settingsSettingAttributeAutobaud, 9600, 19200, 38400, 57600, 1152001BAUD Rate8Data Bits1Stop BitNoneParityNone or XON/
4 Removing and replacing partsThis chapter provides information for the removal and replacement of each expansion module andfield replaceable unit (FR
6. Loosen the captive screws in the ejector handles at both ends of the Interface Manager card.Use a #1 Phillips screwdriver.CAUTION: Be aware that th
10. Compare the memory modules.a. Locate the memory module on the old and replacement Interface Manager cards. Comparethe memory modules on the two ca
Interface Manager card 480240-001This section explains how to replace the 480240-001 Interface Manager card installed in an EMLE-Series tape library.
7. Move the CompactFlash card.a. The Interface Manager card contains a CompactFlash card which stores the libraryconfiguration. To retain the library
3. Power on the library.a. Set the library power switch at the upper right corner to the ON position. Check thepower supply power indicators to verify
1 Library overviewThe HP Enterprise Modular Library (EML) E-Series Tape Libraries provide performance, reliabilityand investment protection for your d
Figure 52 Screw locations on the base-module power supplyWARNING! The power supply might be hot.5. Pull the handle on the power supply to remove it fr
Characteristics• Hot-swappable and redundant• 3U x 8HP size with two LEDsProvides 100–240 VAC, 3 A, 47–63 Hz, to the card cageexpansion moduleFunction
LTO2 or LTO3 tape drive375817-001 or 409859-001 (Ultrium 460 or LTO2)381676-001or 409860-001 (Ultrium 960 or LTO3)Part numberIn the base module or tap
1. Insert the tape drive into an empty drive bay.2. Tighten the captive screw to attach the tape drive to the drive bay.CAUTION: To avoid damaging FC
602100-001 (Ultrium 3280)Part numberIn the base module or tape drive expansion moduleLocationCharacteristics• Hot-swappable• 1/2-inch cartridge tape d
Load port magazine375813-001Part numberInside the load port door on the right side of the base module, tapedrive expansion module, and capacity expans
3. After all load port doors are closed, the library does an inventory of the load ports.Figure 57 Inserting a magazine into the load port76 Removing
5 Moving the libraryThis section explains how to move or ship the library. To ship the library, or move it using a motorvehicle (for example, truck, o
6. Disconnect all cables from hosts, switches, or local networks and pack them with other libraryaccessories.7. If the library needs to be crated, go
Figure 58 Repacking the library2. Corner posts1. Ramps4. Cap3. Corrugated sheets6. Shock pallet5. Antistatic bagPreparing the library for operationAft
Table 1 EML configurations (continued)Number ofpossibletape drivesConfigurablereservedslotsConfigurableload portslots (inmultiples of5)Maximumslotsava
6 Support and other resources• “Contacting HP” (page 80)• “Related information” (page 80)• Document conventions and symbolsContacting HPGo to www.hp.c
• http://www.hp.com/support/downloads• http://www.hp.com/go/tapeassureHP tape cartridgesTo make sure you get the best performance from your tape libra
IMPORTANT: Provides clarifying information or specific instructions.NOTE: Provides additional information.TIP: Provides helpful hints and shortcuts.Up
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A Specifications and characteristicsLibrary component specificationsTable 30 Library component specificationsSpecificationCharacteristic10642 rack wit
Table 30 Library component specifications (continued)SpecificationCharacteristic20.1 kg (44.2 lb)Weight35.6 x 81.1 x 48.0 cm (14.0 x 31.9 x 18.9 in)Di
AcousticsTable 32 AcousticsIdleOperatingItem7.5 Bels (A)7.5 Bels (A)Sound power7.5 Bels (A)7.5 Bels (A) (60 dB)Sound pressure BystanderpositionUltrium
B Regulatory statementsFederal Communications Commission noticePart 15 of the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) Rules and Regulations has establ
ModificationThe FCC requires the user to be notified that any changes or modifications made to this devicethat are not expressly approved by Hewlett-P
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Table 1 EML configurations (continued)Number ofpossibletape drivesConfigurablereservedslotsConfigurableload portslots (inmultiples of5)Maximumslotsava
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