Quantum Scalar 50 User manual

Scalar 50 Tape Library

Scalar 50

Quick Start Guide

Introduction

The Scalar 50 tape library is an automated storage and retrieval device

consisting of up to two full height tape drives or four half height tape drives

and up to 32 SDLT cartridges or 38 LTO tape cartridges (see figure 1).

This instruction uses the following conventions:

This document explains how to unpack the Scalar 50 tape library and install

it in a standard 19 in. rack. Once the library is unpacked and installed, set

up the library using the instructions in the Scalar 50 User’s Guide PN 81-

81768. This installation procedure will take approximately 4 hours to

complete.

Note: Notes emphasize important information related to the main

topic.

Caution: Cautions indicate potential hazards to equipment and are

included to prevent damage to equipment.

Warning: Warnings indicate potential hazards to personal safety and

are included to prevent injury.

Note: It is recommended to review the entire document prior to

beginning the installation.

Contents 0

Introduction..............................................1

Choosing a Location.................................2

Rack Space Requirements .....................2

Environmental Conditions ....................2

Preparing for the Installation..................3

Providing Necessary Tools ....................3

Taking ESD Precautions.........................3

Unpacking the Scalar 50 Tape Library .....4

Installing the Library................................6

Locating the Mounting Position...........6

Installing the Library.............................7

Initial Configuration............................23

Setup Wizard ..........................................31

Multiple Library Stacks ..........................36

Testing the Library Configuration.........39

Enabling Capacity on Demand ..............42

2Choosing a Location

Scalar 50 Quick Start Guide

Figure 1 Scalar 50 Tape

Library

Choosing a Location

When choosing an installation site for the Scalar 50, consider the following requirements:

•Rack Space Requirements

•Environmental Conditions

Rack Space Requirements 0Table 1 contains the rack requirements for the Scalar 50 tape library.

Table 1 Rack Requirements

Environmental Conditions 0The installation site must have the following environmental conditions:

• Humidity: 20%-80% non-condensing

• Temperature: 10°C-35°C (50°F-95°F)

• Altitude: -500 to 10,000 feet (-152 to 3048 meters)

Dimensions Scalar 50

Depth 31 in (78.7 cm)

Width 19 in (48.3 cm)

Height 6.75 in (17 cm), 4U

Weight 52 lbs (23.6 kg)

Air Clearance Open 4 in (10 cm) behind unit

for proper air flow

Preparing for the Installation 3

Scalar 50 Tape Library

These environmental conditions apply when the Scalar 50 tape library is in operation.

Preparing for the Installation

Before you begin the installation procedure in this section, make the following

preparations as described in this section:

•Providing Necessary Tools

•Taking ESD Precautions

Providing Necessary

Tools 0Provide the following tools for unpacking and installing the Scalar 50 tape library:

• #1 Phillips screwdriver

• #2 Phillips screwdriver

• #1 flat blade screwdriver

• Allen wrench (2.5mm and 3mm) included in accessory kit

• Antistatic wrist strap included in accessory kit

Taking ESD Precautions 0Some components within the Scalar 50 tape library contain static-sensitive parts. To avoid

damaging these parts while performing installation procedures, always observe the

following precautions:

• Keep the Scalar 50 turned off during all installation procedures.

• Use an antistatic wrist strap (included in the accessory kit).

• Keep static-sensitive parts in their original shipping containers until ready for

installation. Look for the ESD sticker to identify static sensitive parts.

• Avoid touching connectors and other components.

Note: For additional specifications, refer to the Quantum Scalar 50 Series User’s Guide

(PN 81-81768)

Note: Dry climates and cold-weather heating environments have lower relative

humidity and are more likely to produce static electricity.

4Unpacking the Scalar 50 Tape Library

Scalar 50 Quick Start Guide

Unpacking the Scalar 50 Tape Library

This section explains how to unpack the Scalar 50 tape library and move it to its final

installation location.

By following these instructions, you help ensure that the system will continue to be

safeguarded after it arrives at the installation site.

Unpack and remove the following components from the packing materials (see figure 2):

1Remove the accessories kit and set it aside. The accessories kit contains all of the parts

necessary for installing the Scalar 50 in a rack..

2With the help of a second person, lift the library chassis up and out of the shipping

carton.

3Place the library on a table approximately waist high.

Note: Inspect the outer library packaging for damage. If there is any damage evident

on the library packaging, do not continue with the installation and contact

Quantum customer support.

Note: Unpack the library as close to the installation location as possible.

Warning: At least two people are required to move the library chassis.

Caution: Lift the library chassis at the sides. Avoid putting the weight of the

library chassis on the front bezel.

Unpacking the Scalar 50 Tape Library 5

Scalar 50 Tape Library

Figure 2 Unpacking the Scalar

4Remove the antistatic sheet:

aCut the tape strips securing the sheet.

bFold the sheet down.

cWith the help of a second person, lift the library up off of the antistatic sheet.

dPlace the library Scalar 50 the table or desk next to the antistatic sheet.

eIf this is a multiple library stack, see Multiple Library Stacks on page 36 before

proceeding.

The Scalar 50 is ready to install.

Accessory kit

Foam

Scalar 50

tape library

Foam

Front bezel

Lift point

6Installing the Library

Scalar 50 Quick Start Guide

Installing the Library

Installing a Scalar 50 tape library in a rack consists of the following steps:

•Locating the Mounting Position

•Installing the Library

•Initial Configuration

Locating the Mounting

Position 0The Scalar 50 tape library is designed to fit in a standard 19 inch wide rack.

It is important to the library installation to locate the hole pattern in the rack rails and

install clip nuts if required (see figure 3). The library must be installed at the beginning of

the hole pattern to ensure that the library does not interfere with other devices in the rack.

See table 2 for information on common rack hole types.

Table 2 Rack Hole Types Figure Description

Note: The rails within the rack have a hole pattern that repeats throughout the rail. X

marks the screw positions. Install nut clips (included in the accessory kit) on the rails if

necessary.

Square rack holes are the most common type of rack

holes. They can accept either cage nuts which mount

from the back of the rail or clip nuts which clip on from

the side of the rack rail.

Through holes require clip nuts to accept mounting

hardware.

Threaded holes require neither cage or clip nuts to

accept mounting hardware.

Cage nut

Clip nut

Installing the Library 7

Scalar 50 Tape Library

Figure 3 Rail Hole Pattern

Installing the Library 0Installing the Scalar 50 tape library consists of the following steps:

•Installing the Rack Mount Shelves

•Installing the Library Chassis

•Cabling the Library

The following table describes the hardware necessary for installing the Scalar 50 in a rack.

These parts are located in the accessory kit.

Warning: If the rack is empty at the time of installation, do NOT install the Scalar 50

tape library too high in the rack. The weight of the library may cause the

rack to become “top heavy” and unstable if installed in the top of an

empty rack. Begin installing the Scalar 50 tape library from the bottom of

the rack if more than one library is installed.

Note: If this is an upgrade to an existing library system, see Multiple Library Stacks

on page 36.

.625 in (15.9 mm)

.5 in (12.7 mm)

.625 in (15.9 mm)

Top of rack

.312 in (7.92 mm)

.5 in (12.7 mm)

Hole pattern

The marks above (X) indi-

cate the location of mount-

ing hardware on the rack

rails. Ensure that any neces-

sary mounting hardware is

installed on the rack rails

prior to installing the chas-

sis.

1 Scalar 50 System (4U)

1U = 1.75 in

(44.45mm)

Front panel screws

mounting positions

Back panel screws

mounting positions

Front panel screws

mounting positions

8Installing the Library

Scalar 50 Quick Start Guide

Table 3 Library Mounting

Hardware

Installing the Rack Mount Shelves 0

Before installing the rack mount shelves, you must collect the following information:

• Type of rack mount rails (square hole, through hole, or threaded hole)

• Depth of rack (34 in, 86.3 cm minimum depth recommended; however, rack depths of

24 in, 60.9 cm to 36 in, 91.4 cm are supported)

Qty Figure Part Number Description

16 PN 90-87203-01 Allen head screws (M5 x 10) for

shelf assembly

8 PN 74-87575-01 T- nuts (M5)

4 metric

and 4

standard

PN 74-88052-01

(metric)

PN 74-88053-01

(standard)

Rail adapters (both metric and

standard holes are included, 8

total adapters, see figure 6)

2 PN 74-88055-01

(shelf)

PN 74-88056-01

(extender)

Right and left support shelves

(left shown)

4 sets PN 74-88054-01

(plate)

PN 90-87203-02

(screws)

Front and back rail mounting

hardware (M4 x 12 allen screws

and mounting plates)

2 sets PN 74-88057-01

(bracket)

PN 74-88058-01

(clamp)

Back bracket hardware (M5 x 8

allen screws and mounting

plate)

2 sets PN 90-87343-08

(screws)

PN 90-87275-01

(screws)

Back clamp hardware (M5 x 8

and back clamp)

Extender

Shelf

Installing the Library 9

Scalar 50 Tape Library

1Assemble the rack mount shelves included in the accessory kit (left and right):

aThe holes used to attach the two halves of the rack mount shelves differ

depending on the depth of the rack (see figure 4).

Figure 4 Rack Mount Shelf

Depth Requirements

Use these holes for rack

depths of 27 in (68.5 cm)

to 36 in (91.4 cm)

Use these holes for rack

depths of 24 in (60.9 cm)

to 28 in (71.1 cm)

Left shelf oriented

with FlexLink™

opening toward front

of rack

Use these holes for rack

depths of 27 in (68.5 cm)

to 36 in (91.4 cm)

Use these holes for rack

depths of 24 in (60.9 cm)

to 28 in (71.1 cm)

Right shelf oriented

with FlexLink opening

toward back of rack

Front of rack

Back of rack

Front of rack

10 Installing the Library

Scalar 50 Quick Start Guide

bLoosely attach the rack mount shelves to the extenders with 4 M5 x 10 Allen

screws and T-nuts (see figure 7).

Figure 5 Assembling the Left

and Right Rack Mount Shelves

M5 x 10 Allen screws

T-nuts

Left-hand rackmount shelf

Right-handrackmountshelf

T-nuts must be

oriented as

shown to properly

fit in the shelf

adjustment slot

T-nuts must be oriented as

shown to properly fit in the

shelf adjustment slot

The metal fold

must be toward

the outside of

the self as

shown

The metal fold

must be toward

the outside of

the self as

shown

Back of rack

Front of rack

Back of rack

Extender

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