IBM System Storage TS3310, Maintenance Information

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Redundant Power Supply (Feature Code 1900)
The optional redundant configuration power supplies may be hot swapped
without interrupting library operation. Each supply in a control module and
expansion module includes its own input AC line cord. During redundant
operation, each supply carries one-half the power load. If a line cord or power
supply fails, the second supply sources the complete power load. Optionally, a
single power supply and line cord may be installed if redundant power is not
required. The second power supply slot is physically covered in this configuration.
The library may be upgraded to redundant power at a later time.
Feature Licenses
A feature license controls the setting of feature-enabled flags that are based on a
user input key and the library serial number that is stored in the library vital
product data (VPD). A unique key exists for each library based on an encryption of
the chassis serial number and a feature code.
After a feature is enabled, it cannot be disabled. The library's serial number can
only be assigned at the factory.
The library uses feature licenses to enable the Capacity Expansion, Advanced
Reporting, Path Failover, and Transparent LTO Encryption features.
Advanced Reporting (Feature Code 1650)
The Advanced Reporting feature license key enables the Media Analysis and Drive
Resource functions of the TS3310 Tape library. These user-configurable reporting
features provide graphical displays for both diagnostic and trend analysis data
which enable customers to evaluate tape drive, media performance, and drive
utilization parameters.
Advanced Reporting is only available to Superuser, Administrative and Service
users through the Web User Interface (UI). Data for Advanced Reporting should
persist for 12 months, but it is also limited to 1 MB. The persisted data is
checksum protected and will persist through a library power loss. The raw data for
these reports can also be downloaded and e-mailed as a Comma Separated Values
(CSV) file through the remote Web UI.
Advanced Reporting Reports:
You use the Advanced Reporting function to create reports that can be configured
for viewing and analysis.
Note: To use Advanced Reporting, you must have Advanced Reporting licensed
on your library and your library firmware must be at version 520G or later.
The Advanced Reporting license applies to your entire library, regardless of
library size. Therefore, you only need to purchase the license once. If you
increase the size of your library, your existing license applies to your new
library configuration.
Drive Utilization
Drive Utilitzation provides tape drive usage information that shows
which tape drives are working at optimum capacity and which are
under-utilized. This information can help you allocate tape drive
resources properly.
Media Integrity
Media Integrity provides TapeAlert counts for various combinations
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TS3310 Tape Library Maintenance Information
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