IBM Tape Library Magstar 3494, Operator'S Manual

Page: 15 / 378

Preface
This book provides information for the new operator and for the experienced
operator to use the IBM Magstar 3494 Tape Library. If you are a new operator,
give special attention to the organization of this book (see “Organization”) and read
the sections indicated for new operators.
Users of this information should be familiar with the 3490E magnetic tape
subsystems. IBM recommends that you read the
IBM 3494 Tape Library
Introduction and Planning Guide , GA32-0279.
Organization
The material in this publication is presented as follows:
v
“Chapter 1. Introduction” on page 1 contains an introduction and a description of
the IBM 3494 Tape Library. This section is required reading if you are a new
operator.
v
“Chapter 2. Controls and Indicators” on page 31 contains a description of the
location and function of the controls and indicators found on the 3494. This
section is required reading if you are a new operator.
v
“Chapter 3. Operational Characteristics” on page 41 contains a description of the
operational characteristics of the 3494. This section includes information for the
experienced operator or system administrator.
v
“Chapter 4. Operational Modes and States, and Informational States” on page 63
provides a description of the different modes and states of the 3494. This section
includes information for the experienced operator or system administrator.
v
“Chapter 5. Basic Operating Procedures” on page 75 provides a description of
the tasks performed by using the 3494 operator panel. This section is required
reading if you are a new operator.
A quick reference table for basic operating procedures is included at the start of
this section.
v
“Chapter 6. Advanced Operating Procedures” on page 85 provides detailed
information about using the library manager and the tasks that may be performed
with the library manager. This section includes information for the experienced
operator or system administrator.
A quick reference table for advanced operating procedures is included at the start
of this section.
v
“Chapter 7. Remote Library Manager Console Feature” on page 241 provides
information on the remote library manager.
v
“Chapter 8. Problem Determination Procedures” on page 259 provides
information on error reporting and recovery. This section includes information for
the experienced operator or system administrator.
A quick reference table for problem determination procedures is included in this
section.
v
“Appendix A. Keyboard Template” on page 305 identifies the uses of the library
manager function keys.
v
“Glossary” on page 341 lists important terms used in this book.
© Copyright IBM Corp. 1993, 1999
xiii