IBM Tape Library Magstar 3494, Operator'S Manual

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Figure 4 on page 7 shows the following functional components of the control unit
frame, viewable from the rear:
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Library manager
Controls all operations in the 3494. Its hardware consists of a controller,
display, pointing device, and keyboard. An optional Remote Library
Manager Console feature is also available for remote installation on a Local
Area Network (LAN) environment. During normal operations, the operator
panel controls are used to operate the 3494. The library manager is used
for error recovery, operations status, and service.
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Cartridge storage cells
Are located on the interior side of the front doors on the 3494 and on the
back interior wall.
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Cartridge accessor
Moves on horizontal and vertical axes, moving cartridges between the
storage cells, devices, and input and output facilities. The vision system
(barcode reader) on the cartridge accessor identifies cartridges.
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Picker
Is the part of the cartridge accessor that actually picks cartridges. The
picker comes standard with one gripper installed or two grippers if the
optional Dual Gripper feature is installed.
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3590 Model A00 or A50 Control Unit
is the 3590 Model A00 or A50 Control Unit.
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Figure 3. Control Unit Frame Functional Components, 3590 (Front View)
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Magstar 3494 Tape Library Operator Guide