Install nTier File Migrator
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Install nTier File Migrator
Use the following steps to install the nTier File Migrator software.
1.
Ensure that the tape library or stand-alone drive is powered on and connected to
the nTier. Refer to the
User Guide
that accompanied your nTier for information
about connecting a library or stand-alone tape drive to the nTier.
2.
Connect to the nTier’s BlueScale web interface and access the Windows Desktop
(see
Access the nTier Windows Desktop
on page 35).
3.
From the nTier Windows Desktop, use Windows Explorer to locate the nTier File
Migrator installation file, which is located at:
C:\Program Files (x86)\SpectraLogic\
nTier File Migrator (x64).msi
4.
Double-click the file name to run the installation program.
5.
Follow the instructions provided by the setup wizard accepting defaults.
6.
When the setup is complete, restart the nTier.
a.
From the Windows Start menu, select
Shut Down > Restart
.
b.
When prompted for a reason for the restart, select an appropriate option. If
desired, enter additional information in the Comment box.
c.
Click
OK
to restart the server
.
Install and Activate the Tape Drives
After installing the nTier File Migrator software, install the device drivers and enable
any stand-alone tape drives as described in the following sections.
Install Device Drivers
You must install device drivers for each of the different types of tape drive in your
configuration in order for the nTier File Migrator software to control them. You must
also replace the default Windows Medium Changer device driver (for libraries) with the
device driver specifically designed for use with nTier File Migrator.
