Labeling tape cartridges
Using unlabeled media can significantly increase the inventory scan time and is therefore not
recommended for normal operation.
Procedure
Apply a high-quality preprinted bar code label to each tape cartridge.
LTO tape cartridges have a recessed area on the face of the cartridge next to the write-protect switch.
Use this area for attaching the adhesive-backed bar code label.
Loading tape cartridges
The library will power on without tape cartridges. However, the library needs cartridges before performing
data read or write operations, or any tests or operations that transfer cartridges.
Procedure
1.
Open a magazine.
a.
From the OCP, navigate to the
Open Magazine/Mailslot > Open Magazine
screen.
The library lights the magazine release button for each magazine in the library.
b.
Press the magazine release button for the magazine to be opened.
The library will release the lock.
c.
Pull the magazine straight out of the library, supporting the bottom with your hand.
NOTE:
If the magazine has not been extended or removed from the library within 30 seconds, the library
will relock the magazine.
2.
Load the cartridges.
Insert one or more labeled cartridges into the storage slots in the magazine.
The lowest row of storage slots in the library is inaccessible to the robot, so do not load cartridges in
those slots. If the library detects cartridges in the lowest row it will mark them as inaccessible and not
use them for backup operations.
3.
Insert the magazine into the magazine slot.
The library waits 10 seconds after a magazine has been reinserted before starting the inventory
process. During this time, press a magazine release button to release another magazine. If another
magazine release button is not pressed during those 10 seconds, the library locks all magazines and
starts the inventory process.
Verifying the installation
Procedure
1.
Verify that the library and drives have the current firmware revision.
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