Quantum Scalar 24 Instruction Manual
© November 2007 Quantum Corporation. All rights reserved. Document 6-00699-010 RevA
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Release Notes
Contents 0
Purpose of This Release ................................................................................................ 1
New Features and Enhancements............................................................................... 2
Compatibility Matrix..................................................................................................... 2
Resolved Issues .............................................................................................................. 3
Known Issues ................................................................................................................. 3
Documentation............................................................................................................... 3
Contacting Quantum..................................................................................................... 4
Purpose of This Release 0
Scalar 24 includes new features that extend its capabilities. These release notes
describe the new features, as well as currently known issues and issues that were
resolved for this release of the product. These notes also provide drive and
auxiliary firmware compatibility information. Visit http://www.quantum.com
for additional information about Scalar 24 and previous releases.
Product Scalar 24® 313A.GY003
Date November 2007
Release Notes
Document 6-00699-010 RevA
November 2007
2 New Features and Enhancements
New Features and Enhancements 0
Scalar 24 (313A.GY003) includes the following feature for this new product launch.
•IBM LTO-4 Tape Drive Support - The Scalar 24 now supports IBM LTO-4 Fibre and SCSI
tape drives.
Compatibility Matrix 0
The following table provides information about library and tape drive firmware
compatibility with Scalar 24 (313A.GY003). This information is current as of the
publication date of these release notes.
Scalar 24 Compatibility Matrix 0
Component Firmware Version
Library Firmware 313A.GY003
RMU Firmware 210E.00002
Drive Types
IBM LTO1 5AU1
IBM LTO2 5AT0
IBM LTO2 LC 4C60
IBM LTO3 73P5
IBM LTO4 77BA
Release Notes
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Resolved Issues 3
Resolved Issues 0
This release of Scalar 24 (313A.GY003) firmware resolved the following issues:
• None.
Known Issues 0
This release of Scalar 24 (313A.GY003) firmware has the following known issues:
Documentation 0
Scalar 24 Documentation 0The following documents are currently available for the Scalar 24 (313A.GY003) .
To order a copy of the source code covered by the Open Source License, contact the
Quantum Technical Assistance Center. Refer to Contacting Quantum below.
Change
Request
Number
Service
Request
Number
Description Workaround
CR 40284 Drive firmware update fails when
initiated via the RMU.
Upload drive firmware via the serial interface
using an external utility or FUP tape (firmware
upgrade tape). Instructions provided in the
User Documentation.
Document Number Document Title
6-00310-02 Scalar 24 Quick Start Guide
6-01625-02 Scalar 24 User’s Guide
Release Notes
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November 2007
4 Contacting Quantum
Contacting Quantum 0
More information about this product is available on the Service and Support website at
www.quantum.com/support. The Service and Support Website contains a collection of
information, including answers to frequently asked questions (FAQs). You can also access
software, firmware, and drivers through this site.
For further assistance, or if training is desired, contact Quantum:
For the most updated information on Quantum Global Services, please visit:
www.quantum.com/support
Quantum Technical Assistance
Center in the USA:
+1 800-284-5101
For additional contact information: www.quantum.com/support
To open a Service Request: www.quantum.com/esupport
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