Tandberg Data Storage Library T128, User Manual

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Columns
A storage column is a group of slots arranged vertically in the library. Columns are represented by the
second digit of a library coordinate. Columns are identified relative to the front left of the library. The column
in the front left of the library is number 1. The column numbering continues around the library in a clockwise
direction. The I/E station column is always number 6.
Slots
Fixed storage slots are represented by the third digit of the library location coordinate. Within each column,
slots are numbered from top to bottom, starting at 1. For example, in
Figure 10 on page 56, the full location
coordinate of Slot 1 is 0, 1, 1.
Tape Drives
Tape drives are addressed first by module and then by tape drive bay within the module. The drive bays
within a module are numbered from top to bottom. A one-based numbering system is used. The full address
of a tape drive is in the form of [module,drive bay]; for example: [0,1], [1,3], [-1,2].
Power Supplies
Power supplies are addressed as [module,PS#], where PS# is 1 for the left power supply and 2 for the right
power supply. The PS# is also etched on the module chassis, above each power supply.
Performing Media Operations
Administrative users and users can use commands on the web client and operator panel Operations menu
to perform the following media operations:
• Import data cartridges into the library
• Export data cartridges from the library
• Move data cartridges between tape drives, I/E stations, and storage slots within a partition
• Import cleaning cartridges into the library (AutoClean is enabled)
• Export cleaning cartridges from the library (AutoClean is enabled)
• Load cartridges into tape drives
• Unload cartridges from tape drives
• Change the tape drive mode from online to offline and back as needed
In addition, administrative users can:
• Clean tape drives manually, using the Tools > Drive Mgmt > Clean Drive command on the
operator panel
The following topics provide an overview of these media operations. For step-by-step procedures, see the
library’s online Help. To access the online Help system, click the
Help icon at the top right of the web client
or operator panel user interface.