StorageTek SL8500, User Manual

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CAP
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CAP
See cartridge access port (CAP) .
CLI
Command line interface.
capacity
The storage capacity of the library. See also active capacity and installed capacity .
cartridge
A container holding magnetic tape that can be mounted to a drive to read or write
data. The library uses data, diagnostic, and cleaning cartridges.
cartridge access port (CAP)
A port built into the door panel of the library used to import or export cartridges.
cartridge array
A plastic housing that holds multiple cartridges when not in use. The inner walls of
the SL8500 library consist of 14-slot arrays and the outer walls consist of 13-slot arrays.
cleaning cartridge
A tape cartridge that used to clean the tape path in a drive. Cleaning cartridges are
drive specific and should be replaced after a limited number of uses.
customer interface module (CIM)
The front module of the SL8500 library which contains the touch screen operator panel
and allows service personnel to access the library and service bay.
DEM
See drive and electronics module (DEM) .
dWWN
See dynamic WWN .
data cartridge
A cartridge used to store data.
diagnostic cartridge
A cartridge used for diagnostic routines of a drive.
drive and electronics module (DEM)
The module in the SL8500 library that houses the electronics control module, power
distribution units (PDUs), power supplies, accessory racks and equipment, and tape
drives for the library. The module is located at the rear of the library.
drive array
The metal housing installed in the drive and electronics module for mounting tape
drive tray assemblies. The drive and electronics module holds up to four array
assemblies, and each array holds up to 16 tape drive tray assemblies.
drive bay
A section of the drive array that holds one tape drive tray.