Sun Microsystems StorageTek TIMBERWOLF 9740, Hardware Operator'S Manual

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General Information
This chapter describes the library storage module (LSM) for an automated
cartridge system (ACS). An ACS is a removable media, robotic system that
mounts cartridges into storage cells, tape drives, cartridge access port (CAP), or
cartridge exchange mechanism (CEM).
Figure 1-1 on page 1-2 and Figure 1-2 on page 1-3 show the location of the major
components for the LSM.
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Library Storage Module Components
The LSM has four major components:
• A robot
• A cartridge access port (CAP) that holds up to 14 cartridges
• Storage cells for 326 or 494 cartridges
• An optional cartridge exchange mechanism (CEM)
Attached to the rear of the LSM is either:
• A cartridge drive that houses 9490 or SD-3 controller transport units
• A 9741 or 9741E Drive Cabinet that houses DLT and/or T9840 drives
• An expanded 9741 Drive Cabinet with T9940 drives
Supported tape drives for this LSM include:
• 9490 or SD-3 cartridge transport units (CTUs)
• DLT drives
• T9840 or T9940 tape drives
• A combination of DLT and T9840 or T9940 tape drives