HP StorageWorks vs80 User manual

user’s guide

hp StorageWorks

vs80 1/8 autoloader

Part Number: C9265-90001

Edition 2

September 2002

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Notice

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document may be photocopied, reproduced, or

translated into another language. The information

contained in this document is subject to change

without notice.

Typographical Conventions and

Terms

Italics Menu choices and screens on the

autoloader.

[Bold]: Front panel keys to press on the

autoloader.

This table format indicates the menus you need to

enter on the autoloader front panel:

Note Notes explain significant concepts or

operating instructions.

Caution Cautions call attention to an operating

procedure or practice that could

damage the product if not correctly

performed. Do not proceed until you

understand and meet these required

conditions.

WARNING Warnings call attention to a procedure

or practice that could result in personal

injury if not correctly performed. Do

not proceed until you fully understand

and meet the required conditions.

In This Manual

Chapter 1 Installing the Autoloader:

Describes autoloader features,

autoloader accessories, and

installation tasks.

Chapter 2 Operating the Autoloader:

Describes the front panel menu

structure, menu tree, and drive and

tape operations.

Chapter 3 Autoloader Administration:

Describes how to configure the

autoloader, upgrade firmware,

and retrieve autoloader

information.

Chapter 4 Troubleshooting:

Describes how to identify and

troubleshoot autoloader problems

and resolve error conditions.

Appendix A Technical specifications:

Describes the environmental,

autoloader, drive, and media

specifications.

Appendix B Customer support:

Includes support information for

the autoloader.

Revision History

Edition 1 December 2001: C9265-90000

Initial release

Edition 2 September 2002: C9265-90001

Revised for rebranding updates.

Updates

For the most current version of this manual, and other

information regarding your tape autoloader, visit the

HP Customer Care web site:

http://www.hp.com/support/storage

Main Menu -> Command -> Import

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Notice 2

Typographical Conventions and Terms 2

In This Manual 2

Revision History 2

Updates 2

1Installing the Autoloader 7

Chapter Overview 7

Installation Overview 8

Understanding Autoloader Features 9

SCSI Requirements 9

Product Overview 10

Choosing a Location 12

Unpacking the Autoloader 13

Identifying Product Components 14

Accessories 14

Rack Kit Components (if rackmount unit) 15

Installing the Autoloader into a Rack 16

Connecting the SCSI and Power Cables 19

Preparing the Host and Verifying the Connection 21

2Operating the Autoloader 23

Chapter Overview 23

Operator’s Panel Overview 24

LED Indicators 26

Operator’s Panel Control Buttons 27

Understanding the Menu Structure 28

Using Cartridges 29

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Importing Cartridges 30

Exporting Cartridges 31

Loading Cartridges 32

Unloading Cartridges 33

Write-Protecting Cartridges 34

Maintaining Cartridges 35

Cleaning the Tape Drive 36

Creating an Inventory of Cartridges 38

3Autoloader Administration 39

Chapter Overview 39

Configuring the Autoloader 40

Resetting the Autoloader 40

Changing the SCSI ID 41

Setting the Autoloader Operating Mode 42

Random Mode 42

Sequential Mode 42

Updating Firmware 45

Using HP Library & Tape Tools 45

Using a Firmware Upgrade Tape 46

Running the Autoloader System Test 48

Retrieving Information About the Autoloader 49

Cycle Count 49

View Event Log 49

Firmware Revision 50

4Diagnostics and Troubleshooting 51

Chapter Overview 51

Using HP Library & Tape Tools to Diagnose Problems 52

Troubleshooting Installation Problems 53

Troubleshooting Common Problems 55

Removing Stuck Cartridges 62

Autoloader Error Codes 66

ATechnical Specifications 71

Appendix Overview 71

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Autoloader Specifications 72

Environmental Specifications 73

Tape Drive Specifications 74

Media Specifications 75

BCustomer Support 77

Appendix Overview 77

Registering Your Product 78

Service Options 79

SupportPacks 79

Contacting HP Customer Support 80

Information Needed for Support 80

Backup Software Support 81

HP Telephone Support 81

North and South America 81

European Customer Support Centers 82

Asia Pacific Customer Support Centers 83

Elsewhere 84

Warranty Information 85

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Chapter 1 Installing the Autoloader 7

Installing the Autoloader

Chapter Overview

This chapter describes the following:

■Installation Overview on page 8

■Understanding Autoloader Features on page 9

■Choosing a Location on page 12

■Unpacking the Autoloader on page 13

■Identifying Product Components on page 14

■Installing the Autoloader into a Rack on page 16

■Connecting the SCSI and Power Cables on page 19

■Preparing the Host and Verifying the Connection on page 21

8 Installing the Autoloader Chapter 1

Installation Overview

Installing the autoloader consists of the following steps, which are explained in

more detail later in this chapter:

1. Choose a location for the autoloader (page 12).

2. Unpack and check the autoloader for shipping damage (page 13).

3. Identify the accessories that come with the autoloader (page 14).

4. Install the autoloader in a computer rack or select a table or desktop near

the host server (page 16).

5. Shut down, turn off, and remove power from the server and all devices

attached to the server (page 19).

6. Attach the SCSI cable to the autoloader and server’s SCSI host adapter

(page 19).

7. Attach the power cable to the autoloader and plug in the power cable to

the nearest power outlet (page 19). Power the autoloader on to ensure it

passes the power-on self test.

8. Set the SCSI ID for the autoloader (if necessary, page 41).

9. Set up the host and verify the connection (page 21).

Chapter 1 Installing the Autoloader 9

Understanding Autoloader Features

The autoloader is a SCSI-2 Low-Voltage Differential (LVD) data storage device

that incorporates a Benchmark Storage Innovations DLT vs80 tape drive and

eight tape slots. The autoloader operates as a single SCSI device with two

Logical Unit Numbers (LUNs), one for the tape drive (0) and the other for the

autoloader robotics (1). The autoloader uses up to eight DLTtape IV data

cartridges, providing a maximum formatted capacity of 640 Gigabytes and a

sustained data transfer rate as high as 360 MB per minute, assuming a 2:1

compression ratio.

The autoloader is compatible with most operating systems and environments

that support the SCSI interface, but requires either direct support from the

operating system or a compatible backup application to take full advantage of

its many features.

SCSI Requirements

The autoloader incorporates a wide SCSI-2, Low-Voltage Differential (LVD)

SCSI bus, but may also be attached to a Single-Ended (SE) SCSI bus. Make

sure your SCSI host adapter or controller supports these standards. If you

connect the autoloader to an SE SCSI bus or if there are SE devices attached to

the same SCSI bus, the autoloader’s performance is limited to the maximum

data transfer speed and maximum cable lengths of the SE bus. The autoloader

is NOT compatible with a standard differential (Diff) SCSI bus, also know as

High-Voltage Differential (HVD) SCSI. The autoloader is compatible with a

narrow (50-pin) SCSI bus using a customer-supplied 68-pin to 50-pin adapter

that terminates the unused 18 pins. These adapters are sometimes labeled

high-byte termination.

10 Installing the Autoloader Chapter 1

Product Overview

Figure 1 Front Panel Controls

1Power switch (recessed)

2Mailslot

3Front panel LEDs

4Front panel LCD screen

5Control keys

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