9840 Tape Drive
Operations Guide
Abstract
This guide describes how to perform routine system operations for the 9840 tape drive
and associated tape libraries on HP NonStop™ servers and Integrity NonStop NS -
series servers. These tasks include monitoring the operator panel and performing
labeled tape operations, backups, and basic troubleshooting. This guide also describes
installing and configuring the 9840 tape drive for the NonStop NS-series server. It is
written for system operators.
Product Version
N.A.
Supported Release Version Updates (RVUs)
This guide supports G06.11 and all subsequent G-series RVUs and H06.03 and all
subsequent H-series RVUs until otherwise indicated by its replacement publication.
Part Number
Published
429596-002
June 2005
Download from Www.Somanuals.com. All Manuals Search And Download.
Glossary
High-Capacity 1-1
Performance 1-2
i
Download from Www.Somanuals.com. All Manuals Search And Download.
Contents
4. L700 Tape Library
3-11
Indicators 4-3
Buttons 4-3
ii
Download from Www.Somanuals.com. All Manuals Search And Download.
Contents
A. 9840 Troubleshooting and Recovery
A-3
C. Installing and Configuring the Tape Drive for the NonStop
NS-Series Server
Overview C-1
Installation C-3
Configuration C-8
iii
Download from Www.Somanuals.com. All Manuals Search And Download.
Contents
vi
Download from Www.Somanuals.com. All Manuals Search And Download.
What’s New in This Manual
Manual Information
9840 Tape Drive
Operations Guide
Abstract
This guide describes how to perform routine system operations for the 9840 tape drive
and associated tape libraries on HP NonStop™ servers and Integrity NonStop NS -
series servers. These tasks include monitoring the operator panel and performing
labeled tape operations, backups, and basic troubleshooting. This guide also describes
installing and configuring the 9840 tape drive for the NonStop NS-series server. It is
written for system operators.
Product Version
N.A.
Supported Release Version Updates (RVUs)
This guide supports G06.11 and all subsequent G-series RVUs and H06.03 and all
subsequent H-series RVUs until otherwise indicated by its replacement publication.
Part Number
Published
429596-002
June 2005
Document History
Part Number
429596-001
429596-002
Product Version
Published
March 2001
June 2005
N.A.
N.A.
New and Changed Information
vii
Download from Www.Somanuals.com. All Manuals Search And Download.
What’s New in This Manual
New and Changed Information
viii
Download from Www.Somanuals.com. All Manuals Search And Download.
About This Manual
Notation Conventions
Hypertext Links
Blue underline is used to indicate a hypertext link within text. By clicking a passage of
text with a blue underline, you are taken to the location described. For example:
This requirement is described under Backup DAM Volumes and Physical Disk
Drives on page 3-2.
Change Bar Notation
Change bars are used to indicate substantive differences between this manual and its
preceding version. Change bars are vertical rules placed in the right margin of
changed portions of text, figures, tables, examples, and so on. Change bars highlight
new or revised information. For example:
The message types specified in the REPORT clause are different in the COBO
environment and the Common Run-Time Environment (CRE).
The CRE has many new message types and some new message type codes for
old message types. In the CRE, the message type SYSTEM includes all
messages except LOGICAL-CLOSE and LOGICAL-OPEN.
ix
Download from Www.Somanuals.com. All Manuals Search And Download.
About This Manual
Change Bar Notation
x
Download from Www.Somanuals.com. All Manuals Search And Download.
1 9840 Tape Drive Overview
This section contains:
9840 Tape Drive Description
The 9840 is a small, modular, high performance tape drive designed for NonStop
servers. The 9840 tape drive is used in tape enclosure or tape library configurations
and is compatible with theses tape libraries: the 9310, 9710, 9740, and L700.
The tape drive measures 82.55 mm (3.25 inches) high, 146.05 mm (5.75 inches) wide,
and 381 mm (15 inches) deep. The 9840 features a proprietary design to provide faster
average access time, higher data rates, higher capacity, and lower costs compared
with similar units in the marketplace.
Fast Data Transfer Rate
Used for unattended backups or archiving, the 9840 tape drive allows the user to
backup a higher data capacity at a higher speed. In a noncompressed mode, the 9840
tape drive has a maximum transfer rate of 10 MB/sec.
High-Capacity
The 9840 tape drive accepts the STK1R data cartridge. When this cartridge is used,
the amount of data stored on the tape can be up to 20 GB (uncompressed).
Media Durability
The STK1R data cartridge can endure 10,000 loads, 6,500 long-length passes, and
80,000 short-length passes, and a minimum shelf life of 10 years, which provides
superior media durability and data reliability.
Data Compression
The 9840 tape drive can write compressed or uncompressed information to a labeled
or unlabeled tape. Compression increases the cartridge capacity (over the
uncompressed format) by two to three times.Writing compressed data on tape means
the tape drive compresses data whenever possible. The specific amount of data stored
on the tape is not predictable because the amount of compression varies with the type
of data being written. Because of this, the amount of compressed data stored on tape
can vary significantly.
1-1
Download from Www.Somanuals.com. All Manuals Search And Download.
9840 Tape Drive Overview
Performance
The 9840 tape drive can store up to 60 gigabytes (GB) on a STK1R data cartridge.
Table 1-1. 9840 Cartridge Capacities
9840
9840
Cartridge Type
(Uncompressed)
(Compressed)
STK1R Data
Cartridge
20 GB
60 GB
Performance
The 9840 tape drive stores and shares information reliably and quickly. It offers the
speed, capacity, and access demanded by today's storage-intensive applications and
active users. Mainframe-class reliability allows continuous and confident operation.
Utilize space more efficiently by attaching more drives to a new or existing library.
Unrestricted connectivity and adaptability support unlimited growth for open system to
mainframe, Ultra SCSI, Fibre Channel, and ESCON. It fits seamlessly and cost-
effectively into current StorageTek automated storage solutions.
The 9840 subsystems have these characteristics:
Faster backup and restore operations. Move or retrieve data with simultaneous
read or write to each controller transport unit. First access to data averages 8
seconds.
•
More data storage. Each cartridge holds up to 20 GB uncompressed (60 GB with
compression).
•
Easy migration to present and emerging technologies.
•
Flexible. Mix media within an automated library. Attach additional drives to new or
existing libraries.
•
9840 Tape Drive in Tape Libraries
The 9710 ACS Tape Library can house up to ten 9840 tapes drives. The library holds
from 252 to 588 tape cartridges. The robot contained in the 9710 ACS Tape Library is
responsible for loading and unloading the tape cartridges in the tape drives as tapes
are requested by the system.
9840 Tape Cartridge Description
The tape cartridge used by the 9840 tape drive has a 20-gigabyte capacity
1-2
Download from Www.Somanuals.com. All Manuals Search And Download.
9840 Tape Drive Overview
9840 Tape Cartridge Description
Figure 1-1. The 9840 Tape Cartridge
A. Rear view
B. Front view
4. Write protect switch
5. Finger grips
C. Bottom view
1. Manufacturer label
2. Customer label
3. Access door
6. VOLSER label
7. Media ID (human or barcode readable)
8. Media ID (machine readable)
9. Manufacturer part ID
1-3
Download from Www.Somanuals.com. All Manuals Search And Download.
9840 Tape Drive Overview
Where to Find More Information
Where to Find More Information
Use this manual in conjunction with these manuals:
Source
HP
Manual
SCF Reference Manual for the Storage Subsystem
S-series Planning and Configuration Guide
Guardian User’s Guide
HP
HP
HP
Guardian Disk and Tape Utilities Reference Manual
HP
9840 (CT9840FC-3) Installation and User’s Guide for
NonStop Servers
STK
STK
STK
STK
9840 Tape Drive User’s Reference Manual
9840 Tape Drive Product Manual
9840 Tape Drive System Product Manual
9710 ACS Tape Library Operators Guide
1-4
Download from Www.Somanuals.com. All Manuals Search And Download.
2 9840 Operator Panel
This section contains:
Operator Panel Description
The 9840 operator panel has a ten-digit display, four push-button switches, and four
Figure 2-1. 9840 Operator Panel
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
10
11
1. Power indicator
2. Activity indicator
3. Clean indicator
2-1
Download from Www.Somanuals.com. All Manuals Search And Download.
9840 Operator Panel
Operator Panel Switches
4. Service indicator
5. IPL switch
6. Manual unload device
7. Unload switch
8. Operator display
9. Menu switch
10. Select switch
11. Tape cartridge entry
Operator Panel Switches
and 10) are unique to the 9840 design. Together they enable you to obtain information
about the tape drive or to perform special tape operations such as reformatting tapes.
2-2
Download from Www.Somanuals.com. All Manuals Search And Download.
9840 Operator Panel
Operator Panel Switches
Table 2-1. Operator Panel Switches
Control Name
Control Description
Pressing this switch causes the tape to rewind and unload, ending
with the tape ejected and retrievable.
If this switch is pressed during a write operation, the tape drive
attempts to write the remaining data before it unloads. A display of
“UnWr xxxx” (meaning Unwritten Data, where xxxx is a fault
symptom code) means that the attempt failed and some data
remains unwritten to tape.
Pressing the Unload switch again causes the loss of this data. For
the NonStop servers to save the unwritten data, the operator must
issue the following SCSI command sequence before pressing
Unload again:
Unload Switch
Recover Buffer Data
2-3
Download from Www.Somanuals.com. All Manuals Search And Download.
9840 Operator Panel
Operator Panel Switches
Table 2-1. Operator Panel Switches
Control Name
Control Description
Use the IPL switch to reset the tape drive when necessary.
Pressing the indented switch causes Initial Program Load (IPL),
identical to the program initiations that takes place automatically
after power on sequencing is complete. “IPL Pend” (IPL Pending)
is displayed for one second when this switch is pressed.
During IPL, the following are normally displayed in sequence:
“LOAD XXXX” (XXXX = SCSI, FBCN)
“LOAD CC” (Load Common Controller Code)
“LOAD SERVO” (Load Servo Code)
“Start Init” (Start Initialization)
(A corporate ID, indicating tape drive loaded properly and is
operational)
IPL Switch
Use the Menu switch to enter and exit the menu system and
browse in and out of menus. The menu system allows you to
reconfigure the tape drive or perform special operations. Refer to
Appendix B, 9840 Menu System for more information.
When in normal operation mode, pressing this switch will take you
to the Online/Offline top menu. To make changes in the tape drive
configurations or to perform special operations, the tape drive
must be offline. Use the Select switch to change modes.
The most important Main Menu selections are:
Offline/Online state
Drive Configuration State
Special Drive Operations
Main Exit
Menu Switch
When in a main configuration menu, pressing this switch selects
one of the direct configuration action choices in the Main Menu
itself, or the underlying submenus, depending on the structure of
information.
When in the configuration submenu, pressing the Select switch
selects one of the direct configuration/action choices in the
submenu.
Select Switch
2-4
Download from Www.Somanuals.com. All Manuals Search And Download.
9840 Operator Panel
Operator Panel LEDs
Operator Panel LEDs
Table 2-2. Operator Panel LEDs
LED Name
Status
Off
Indicator Description
Power (green)
Power is off.
Flashing
Unit is not functional (powering on, resetting
the tape drive by performing an IPL, or
collecting dump).
Flashing doesn’t stop: IPL failed.
Constantly on
Off
Power on and IPL have executed properly.
Activity (green)
Clean (Amber)
Cartridge is not loaded or ejected.
Tape motion is in progress.
Flashing
Constantly ON
Tape loaded, and the tape drive is ready; unit
is operational.
Constantly ON
Tape drive requires cleaning.
Indicator activated for Certain intermittent media errors were
one of these reasons: detected
A preset length of tape passed over the
read/write heads.
Service (Red)
Off
No error was detected.
Flashing
An error was detected, and dump data has
been collected to EEPROM. Following a
successful IPL, display alternates between a
corporate “XXXX:DMP x”
Where XXXX = FSC, and x = number of
uncollected dumps in EEPROM. Optionally,
insert dump-formatted tape to copy data to the
tape. The operator can ignore a flashing
indicator. Flashing stops and messages are
removed when any tape is inserted or any
control is pressed. If within one minute the
tape drive detects the same FSC, the
message “DumpAgain?” is displayed: refer to
instructions.
Constantly ON
A hardware error was detected and tape drive
is not functional. The operator cannot ignore a
constant indicator. If resetting the tape drive by
performing an IPL does not eliminate the
problem, contact your service provider to
replace the tape drive.
2-5
Download from Www.Somanuals.com. All Manuals Search And Download.
9840 Operator Panel
Operator Panel LEDs
errors do not cause a specific error message on the alphanumeric display.
Table 2-3. Service and Power LEDs
Service LED
Power LED
On
Meaning
Action
Off
Normal operation
take no action.
Flashing after
collection is
done
On or flashing
Tape drive error
recovered to
EEPROM.
Reset the tape drive by
performing an IPL to see if the
problem repeats.
If the problem repeats, collect
dump data and/or contact your
service provider to replace the
tape drive.
Off or flashing Flashing while
Tape drive error;
automatically
resetting the tape
drive by
action takes
place
performing an IPL
again or power on
initiated
Off or flashing Flashing
constantly,
Tape drive failed to Contact your service provider to
power on properly. replace tape drive
meaning it does
not exit IPL
mode
On
On
Tape drive failed.
Reset the tape drive by
performing an IPL to see if
problem repeats.
If problem repeats, contact your
service provider to replace the
tape drive.
2-6
Download from Www.Somanuals.com. All Manuals Search And Download.
9840 Operator Panel
Operator Panel Display
Operator Panel Display
The operator panel display is a single-line, ten-character alphanumeric display linked
to the tape drive and to the NonStop system. Use the display to view the state of the
tape drive, fault symptom codes when applicable, and the menu selections and
configurations states when the tape drive is in Menu mode.
Messages can be stable or blinking, and two messages can alternate. Operator panel
displays might be shown twice, abbreviated in quotation marks and with full spelling.
Abbreviated spellings in the quotations show exact display presentation. The full
spelling is added to clarify meanings.
recommended actions. The notation FSC stands for a four-digit alphanumeric fault
symptom code. The code itself is not important for identifying the error type in the field.
Note. For removal and replacement of a tape drive, contact your service provider. All other
procedures referred to in this table follow the table.
Table 2-4. Operator Panel Messages
Display
Probable Cause
Recommended Action
* (asterisk)
A steady asterisk indicates that
the tape drive is online but not
loaded
Operator discretion
ASIA DIAG
Bank N Bad
Normal display while tape drive
perform IPL
Wait for IPL to complete.
During boot, a section of memory
(1,2,3, or 4) is found bad
If IPL doesn’t correct problem,
contact your service provider to
replace the tape drive.
Boot Fail
IPL failed
Reset the tape drive by performing
an IPL again.
If that fails, contact your service
provider to replace the tape drive.
BT Monitor
Cnhndnsn
A sequence of pushbuttons took
you to an Engineering zone
Reset the tape drive by performing
an IPL to clear.
Hardware revision level supported This message occurs when
by the firmware in this tape drive,
where:
firmware level is insufficient to
control the hardware level in the
tape drive. Contact your service
provider to install newer level
firmware.
n = any number 0-9
c = controller processor level
h = host side formatter level
d = device side formatter level
s = servo level
CC DIAG
Normal display while tape drive
performs IPL
Wait for IPL to complete.
2-7
Download from Www.Somanuals.com. All Manuals Search And Download.
9840 Operator Panel
Operator Panel Display
Table 2-4. Operator Panel Messages
Display
Probable Cause
Recommended Action
CHK (FSC)
Operational failure: tape drive is
automatically reset by performing
an IPL
Wait for IPL to complete and then
retry operation.
If IPL fails, contact your service
provider to replace the tape drive.
Cleaning
(*Cleaning*)
Cleaning tape was inserted and
the tape drive is now in the
process of cleaning
No action is necessary.
CodCrFail1
CodCrFail2
Unable to write tape
Ensure the tape is write-enabled.
Try another tape.
Unable to position on tape
Unreadable tape format
Reclaim as data tape.
Retry operation.
Try another tape.
If persistent, refer to Forcing a
CodeUpDate
The firmware in the tape drive is
being updated from the NonStop
system: operator panel switches
are locked
No action is necessary.
CodUpFail1
CodUpFail2
Unable to read tape
Try another tape.
Try another tape.
Unable to read position on tape
Unable to read image on tape
EEPROM bad
If the problem continues, reset the
tape drive by performing an IPL.
If problem persists after the IPL,
contact your service provider to
replace tape drive
CodUpFail3
Unreadable tape format
Reclaim as data tape and recreate
code tape.
Retry operation.
Try another tape.
If persistent, refer to Forcing a
CodUpFail4
Not a code updated tape
Retry with correct tape.
If persistent, refer to Forcing a
2-8
Download from Www.Somanuals.com. All Manuals Search And Download.
9840 Operator Panel
Operator Panel Display
Table 2-4. Operator Panel Messages
Display
Probable Cause
Recommended Action
DatCrFail1
Unable to create (format) a data
tape
Ensure tape is write-enabled.
Try another drive.
If persistent, refer to Forcing a
DmpCrFail1
DmpCrFail2
DumpToHost
Unable to create (format) a dump
tape
Ensure tape is write-enabled.
Try another tape.
Try another drive.
If persistent, refer to Forcing a
Unreadable tape format
Reclaim as data tape.
Retry operation.
Try another tape.
If persistent, refer to Forcing a
Dump or event log is being
transferred to the NonStop
system: operation panel switches
are locked
No action is necessary.
DmpWrFail1
DmpWrFail2
Unable to write dump to tape
Unable to position on tape
No dump to process
Try another tape: ensure tape is
formatted for dump.
Force a dump: Refer to Forcing a
DumpAgain?
Tape drive detected the same
CHK (FSC) within one minute
Exp ClCart
Cleaning cartridge is used up
Replace the cleaning cartridge.
FFFF:Dmp Y
Alternates with corporate ID at
completion of IPL, where
FFFF=FSC of last dump date
collected, Y=number of
Optionally move dumps to the
NonStop system or tape: refer to
uncollected dumps in EEPROM
Fix_CfgErr
INIT (FSC)
does not match
Initialization error
Reset the tape drive by performing
an IPL.
If that fails, contact your service
provider to replace the tape drive.
2-9
Download from Www.Somanuals.com. All Manuals Search And Download.
9840 Operator Panel
Operator Panel Display
Table 2-4. Operator Panel Messages
Display
Probable Cause
Recommended Action
IPL Pend
IPL Pending is displayed for one
second when IPL is pressed
Wait until IPL completes
automatically.
Load CC
The common controller code is
loading
No action is necessary.
Loading
Tape cartridge is being loaded
Normal display during boot
No action is necessary.
Wait for IPL to complete.
Try another tape.
Load ESCON
Load (FSC)
Load/unload operation has failed
If another tape works, the original
tape is suspect. Refer to
If another tape also fails load, reset
the tape drive by performing an
IPL.
If failure persists, contact your
service provider to replace the
tape drive.
Load SCSI
Locating
Normal display during boot
Wait for IPL to complete.
No action is necessary.
Tape drive is doing a high speed
seek
Memory Err
RAM failed during IPL
Reset the tape drive by performing
an IPL again.
If that fails, contact your service
provider to replace tape drive.
NT Ready F
NT Ready U
Non-write protected tape is in
process of manual unload
Wait until unload operation
completes.
Write protected tape is in process
of manual unload
Wait until operation completes.
Online
The tape drive is operational
Power supply has failed
No action is necessary.
Power Fail
Contact your service provider to
replace the power supply.
Reading
The tape drive is in the read mode No action is necessary.
Ready F
Ready U
Rewinding
Save Fails
Loaded tape is file protected
Loaded tape is not file protected
The tape drive is rewinding
Operator discretion.
Operator discretion.
No action is necessary.
New configuration cannot be
saved
Contact your service provider to
replace tape drive.
SavingDump
Displayed while saving dump to
EEPROM
Normal display. Wait for the dump
to complete.
2-10
Download from Www.Somanuals.com. All Manuals Search And Download.
9840 Operator Panel
Operator Panel Display
Table 2-4. Operator Panel Messages
Display
Probable Cause
Recommended Action
Start Init
Initialization started
No action is necessary.
A Corporate ID
Displayed at successful IPL
completion when the tape drive is
operational
This ID might be of StorageTek or
another corporate distributor.
Trapped
Boot is trapped in a closed loop
No action is necessary.
UnWr (FSC)
Unload switch was pressed while
a write was taking place
Go to “Handling a UnWr xxxx
Indication” in Appendix A.
Write Prot
Writing
Tape drive attempted to write to a
write-protected tape
Change switch on tape cartridge to
write-enabled.
The tape drive is in write mode
No action is necessary.
2-11
Download from Www.Somanuals.com. All Manuals Search And Download.
9840 Operator Panel
Operator Panel Display
2-12
Download from Www.Somanuals.com. All Manuals Search And Download.
3 Operating the 9840 Tape Drive
This section contains:
Powering On and Performing an IPL on a Tape
Drive
1. Power on the tape drive:
If the tape drive power supply does not have a power switch, plug the power
supply cable into the library power strip.
•
If the tape drive or drive power supply has a power switch, ensure that the
power cord is attached and turn on the power switch.
•
2. Wait until the tape drive finishes the IPL . Note the following:
The messages “CC DIAGS” and “ASIA DIAGS” indicate the IPL diagnostics
are active. These messages are informational and require no action.
•
The tape drive powers on automatically to “Online” if drive is operable and no
configuration error occurred.
•
The tape drive powers on to “Offline” if a configuration error occurred. The
message “FIX_CfgErr” is displayed. Refer to Fix_CfgErr Error on page A-2
•
Note. If any error is displayed, refer to Appendix A, 9840 Troubleshooting and Recovery for a
description of corrective action.
Performing an IPL on the Tape Drive From the
Host
Use the SCSI Write Buffer command to accomplish this task.
3-1
Download from Www.Somanuals.com. All Manuals Search And Download.
Operating the 9840 Tape Drive
Checking the Status of Tape Devices
Checking the Status of Tape Devices
You can use the TSM Service Application or the Subsystem Control Facility (SCF) to
check the status of tape drives.
Using the TSM Service Application
For more information, refer to the TSM Service Application online help.
Using the SCF STATUS Command
Use the SCF STATUS command to display current status information about an object.
The syntax for the STATUS command is:
STATUS [ /OUT file-spec/ ] [ object-spec ]
[ ,DETAIL ]
[ ,SEL state ]
OUT file-spec
Directs all SCF output generated for this command to the specified file.
DETAIL
Specifies that all status information should be displayed. If DETAIL is omitted, a
single line of data is returned for each object name.
SEL state
Specifies that information should be displayed only for objects that are in the
specified state.
Object-spec
Specifies one of the following combinations of object type and object name:
Object Type
SCSI
Object Name
$device-name
$device-name-path
$sto-mgr
SCSI
SUBSYS
TAPE
$tape-name
Wild card characters are supported.
3-2
Download from Www.Somanuals.com. All Manuals Search And Download.
Operating the 9840 Tape Drive
Using the SCF STATUS Command
STATUS SCSI Command
This subsection describes the STATUS SCSI command for Open SCSI devices. The
command syntax is:
STATUS SCSI $ device-name [ -P | -B ]
$ device-name
specifies the name of the Open SCSI I/O process.
-P | -B
specifies whether the path is the primary (-P) or the backup (-B).
DETAIL
Returns all status information.
Examples using STATUS SCSI
These are examples of the STATUS SCSI command:
To display the status of all Open SCSI devices on the system, type:
•
-> STATUS SCSI $*
To display the summary status of the Open SCSI device $DEV00, type:
•
-> STATUS $DEV00
To display the detailed status of the Open SCSI device $DEV00, type:
•
-> STATUS $DEV00, DETAIL
To display the summary status of the backup path of the Open SCSI device
$SD00, type:
•
-> STATUS $SDOO-B
STATUS SUBSYS Command
This subsection describes the STATUS SUBSYS command. The command
syntax is:
STATUS SUBSYS $ZZSTO
An Example Using STATUS SUBSYS
To display the summary status of storage subsystem manager, type:
-> STATUS SUSBSYS $ZZSTO
3-3
Download from Www.Somanuals.com. All Manuals Search And Download.
Operating the 9840 Tape Drive
Starting or Stopping a Tape Drive
STATUS TAPE Command
This subsection describes the STATUS TAPE command. The command syntax
is:
STATUS TAPE $tape name
Examples using STATUS TAPE
These are examples show the STATUS TAPE command:
To display the summary status of all tape drives starting with $TAPE:
•
-> STATUS TAPE $TAPE*
To display the detailed status of the tape $TAPE0:
•
-> STATUS $TAPE0, DETAIL
Starting or Stopping a Tape Drive
Taking a Tape Drive Online or Offline
1. If taking the tape drive offline from the host, change the drive to offline for all host
paths to the drive.
2. Press the Menu switch. The display shows the current state of the drive as either
“Online” or “Offline.”
3. To change the current state, press the Select switch once. Observe the display:
a. “Offl Pend” means offline is pending (wait for the system response).
b. “Onl Pend” means online is pending (waiting for the diagnostics completion).
c. “IPL Pend” means the IPL will start within one second.
d. A display of “Online” or “Offline” means the transition was successful. This is
the new state of the drive.
4. If the drive is now online, exit the Menu mode by pressing Menu until “Exit Menu?”
is displayed, and then press Select to exit.
5. If the drive is now offline, proceed to the other menus by pressing Menu.
6. If the drive is being taken online from the host, change the drive to online for all
host paths to the drive.
Starting a Tape Device using SCF
Use the SCF START command to initiate the operation of an object (make a stopped
device accessible to user processes). Successful completion of the START command
leaves the object in a STARTED state.
3-4
Download from Www.Somanuals.com. All Manuals Search And Download.
Operating the 9840 Tape Drive
Starting a Tape Device using SCF
START Command Syntax
The syntax for the START command is:
START [ /OUT file-spec/ ] [ object-spec]
[ , DEBUG $ terminal-name ]
[ , SEL state ]
[ , SPECIAL ]
OUT file-spec
Directs all SCF output generated (for this command) to the specified file.
DEBUG $terminal-name
Specifies that the process is started in the debug mode against the terminal
supplied in the command.
SEL state
Specifies that the command should be issued only to objects that are in the
specified state.
SPECIAL
Specifies that the object will start in the SERVICING state, substate SPECIAL.
To restart an object in the SERVICING state, issue a RESET command
followed by a START command.
object-spec
specifies one of the following combinations of object type and object name:
Object Type
SCSI
Object Name
$device-name
$device-name-path
$tape-name
SCSI
TAPE
START SCSI Command
This subsection describes the START SCSI command. Use the START SCSI
command to make a stopped Open SCSI device or path to an Open SCSI device
accessible to user processes. The command syntax is:
START SCSI {$device-name | $device-name-path}
Wild-card characters are supported.
Examples using START SCSI
These examples shows how the START SCSI command:
3-5
Download from Www.Somanuals.com. All Manuals Search And Download.
Operating the 9840 Tape Drive
Starting a Tape Device using SCF
To start all Open SCSI devices on the system (that are in the proper state to start),
type:
•
•
->START SCSI $*
To start the backup path to the Open SCSI device $DEV0, type:
->START $DEV00-B
START SCSI Considerations
Before using the START SCSI command, consider the following:
Use the SCF STATUS SCSI command to verify that an Open SCSI device has
been started.
•
If the START SCSI command is failing, see the NonStop Hardware Support Guide
for troubleshooting ideas.
•
START TAPE Command
This subsection describes the details about the START TAPE command. Use the
START TAPE command to assign a tape drive to a specific NonStop S-series system.
The command syntax is:
START TAPE $tape-name
Wild-card characters are supported.
Examples using START TAPE
These examples show the START TAPE command:
To start all tapes available on the system, type:
•
-> START TAPE $*
To start $TAPE0:
•
-> START $TAPE0
START TAPE Considerations
If the tape process does not start, use the SCF RESET TAPE, FORCED command
prior to starting the tape drive.
3-6
Download from Www.Somanuals.com. All Manuals Search And Download.
Operating the 9840 Tape Drive
Stopping a Tape Device using SCF
Stopping a Tape Device using SCF
Use the SCF STOP command to terminate access to a storage device in an orderly
manner. This means that the device isn't stopped until current activity ends. When the
STOP command finishes, configured devices are left in a STOPPED state, substate
DOWN. The devices remain in the system configuration database.
When the last path to a device is stopped, an implicit refresh operation is also
performed. This is a general cleanup operation so that the device will not have any
changed buffers or file control blocks outstanding.
STOP Command Syntax
The syntax for the STOP command is:
STOP [ /OUT file-spec/ ] [object-spec ]
[ , FORCED ]
[ , SEL state ]
OUT file-spec
Directs all SCF output generated for this command to the specified file.
FORCED
Specifies that the command should be executed without any interaction with
you, even if there are files open on the device. SCF will not prompt you for
confirmation.
SEL state
Specifies that the command should be applied only to objects that are in the
specified state.
Object-spec
Specifies one of the following combinations of object type and object name:
Object Type
SCSI
Object Name
$device-name
$device-name-path
$tape-name
SCSI
TAPE
Wild-card characters are supported.
STOP SCSI Command
This subsection describes the STOP SCSI command. The STOP SCSI command
stops access to the specified Open SCSI device. The command syntax is:
STOP SCSI {$device-name | $1dev} [ -P | -B ]
$device-name| $1dev
3-7
Download from Www.Somanuals.com. All Manuals Search And Download.
Operating the 9840 Tape Drive
Cleaning the Tape Path
Specifies the name or logical device number of the device.
-P | -B
Specifies whether the path being stopped is the primary (-P) or backup (-B).
Wild-card characters are supported.
Examples using STOP SCSI
These examples show the STOP SCSI command:
To stop access to the backup path of the Open SCSI device $DEV1:
•
-> STOP $DEV1-B
To stop access to all paths of the Open SCSI device $DEV00:
•
-> STOP $DEV00
STOP TAPE Command
This subsection describes the details about the STOP TAPE command. The STOP
TAPE command stops access to the specified tape drive. The command syntax is:
STOP TAPE { $tape-name | $1dev }
$tape-name| $1dev
Specifies the name or logical device number of the tape device.
An Example using STOP TAPE
This is an example of the STOP TAPE command. To stop access to all tape drives
starting with $TAPE, type:
-> STOP TAPE $TAPE*
Cleaning the Tape Path
You must clean the 9840 tape path with a cleaning cartridge when the amber Clean
indicator light comes on. This indicator lights when certain tape errors are detected or a
certain length of tape passed through the tape path.
Caution. Do not use the cleaning cartridge unless the Clean indicator comes on. Cleaning
more frequently might cause excessive head wear.
3-8
Download from Www.Somanuals.com. All Manuals Search And Download.
Operating the 9840 Tape Drive
To Dry-Clean the Tape Path
To Dry-Clean the Tape Path
Caution. Do not wet-clean the 9840 tape path. Cleaning with chemicals or with tools other
than the cleaning cartridge is not allowed.
Note. This procedure does not require you to take the tape drive offline.
1. If applicable, unload the drive.
2. Insert a cleaning cartridge into the drive.
Note. If the cleaning cartridge ejects immediately without performing a clean operation and the
drive displays “Exp_CLcart,” it means that the cleaning tape is used up. Obtain a new cleaning
cartridge.
3. Observe the indications:
The green Activity indicator flashes to indicate cleaning is taking place.
•
•
The cartridge ejects and the Clean indicator turns off when cleaning is
complete.
A displayed “CHK XXXX” message means a cleaning cartridge failure, where
“XXXX” is a Fault Symptom Code; try a different cleaning cartridge.
•
4. Remove the cleaning cartridge when the drive ejects the cartridge.
Performing Tape Cartridge Operations
Write-Protecting a Tape Cartridge
Caution. Do not degauss 9840 tapes. Servo tracks are written on the tape at the factory.
When these tracks are mistakenly erased, the tape cartridge must be discarded.
1. Hold the tape cartridge with the customer label side up and rear volser label toward
you.
2. Locate the write protect switch on the right side of the tape cartridge.
3. Move the switch to the front of the tape cartridge (away from you) to write protect
position.
Loading a Tape Cartridge
1. Insert the tape cartridge in the drive (see Figure 5-1).
2. Wait for a displayed message:
A “Ready F” (File Protect) message means that tape is loaded and is write
protected.
•
3-9
Download from Www.Somanuals.com. All Manuals Search And Download.
Operating the 9840 Tape Drive
Unloading a Tape Cartridge
A “Ready U” (File Unprotected) message mans that tape is loaded and not
write protected.
•
•
A “Load XXXX” message means that the tape load has failed, where the
“XXXX” is a Fault Symptom Code (see Table A-2, in Appendix A, for
instructions on how to handle this condition).
Unloading a Tape Cartridge
1. Ensure the tape drive is not selected from the host.
2. Press the Unload switch.
3. If the tape fails to eject, see Removing a Stuck Tape Cartridge on page A-6.
If this switch is pressed during a write operation, the drive attempts to write the
remaining data before it unloads. A display of “UnWr XXXX” (Unwritten Data) means
that the attempt failed and some data remains unwritten to tape.
Pressing the Unload switch again causes loss of this data. For the host to save the
unwritten data, issue the following SCSI command before pressing Unload again:
Recover Buffer Data
•
Reclaiming (Reformat) a Tape Cartridge
When a tape cartridge is corrupted or formatted for special uses such as dump or
firmware, it can be reformatted as a data tape and returned to normal usage. This
procedure is referred to as reclaiming a tape for normal use.
1. Take the tape drive offline.
2. Press Menu until the Drive Mode Main Menu is reached. “Drv Menu?” displays.
3. Press Select to enter the Drive Menu.
4. Press Menu until “MakeDataTp” appears.
5. Press Select to initiate; any tape cartridge present in the drive is ejected.
6. When the “Ld Data Tp” displays, place a write-enabled tape in the drive. The
operation starts automatically and erases and reformats any tape.
If “DatCrFailx” is displayed (where x = 1), see Table A-2 in Appendix A for
instructions on how to handle this error condition.
7. When done, exit Drive Mode and remove the tape from the drive.
8. Put the drive online.
3-10
Download from Www.Somanuals.com. All Manuals Search And Download.
Operating the 9840 Tape Drive
Formatting a Diagnostic Dump Tape
Formatting a Diagnostic Dump Tape
To collect a diagnostic dump, you must prepare a tape with a special format so that it
will accept diagnostic dump data. Use this procedure to format the tape. This
procedure does not do a diagnostic dump.
1. Take the tape drive offline.
2. Press Menu until the Drive Mode Main Menu is reached. “Drv Menu?” is displayed.
3. Press Select to enter the Drive Menu.
4. Press Menu once. “MakeDumpTp”appears.
5. Press Select to start. Any tape cartridge present in the drive is ejected.
6. When “Ld Dump TP” is displayed, place a write-enabled tape cartridge in the drive.
The operation starts automatically and erases and reformats a new tape and gives
it a special dump tape ID coding.
7. ‘When done, exit the Drive Mode.
8. Put the drive online.
Using Labeled Tapes
NonStop systems support two standard tape-label formats:
ANSI
•
IBM-MVS
•
Enabling or Disabling Labeled-Tape Operations using SCF
Note. Because labeled tapes can be cataloged and offer security features for protecting data,
you should use labeled tapes with 9840 tape drives.
Use the SCF ALTER SUBSYS command to enable or disable labeled-tape operations.
For example, to turn on labeled-tape processing, enter at a TACL prompt:
> SCF
-> STOP TAPE $* (Stops all tape operation)
-> ALTER $ZZSTO, LABELTAPE ON
-> START TAPE $*
-> EXIT
-> ZSERVER /NAME $ZSVR, NOWAIT, CPU primary-cpu / backup-cpu
3-11
Download from Www.Somanuals.com. All Manuals Search And Download.
Operating the 9840 Tape Drive
Using the MEDIACOM Utility for Labeled-Tape
Operation
To turn off labeled-tape processing, enter at a TACL prompt:
> STOP $ZSVR (Stops the tape server process $ZSVR)
> SCF (Starts SCF)
-> STOP TAPE $* (Stops all tape operation)
-> ALTER $ZZSTO, LABELTAPE OFF
-> START TAPE $*
For complete details about the ALTER SUBSYS command, including command syntax,
see the SCF Reference Manual for the Storage Subsystem.
Using the MEDIACOM Utility for Labeled-Tape Operation
MEDIACOM is the utility for managing labeled-tape operations. MEDIACOM replaces
TAPECOM and provides the operator interface to the Distribute Systems Management
(DSM)/Tape Catalog.
Use MEDIACOM commands to:
Label new tapes and catalog them
•
•
•
•
Handle tape mount requests
Manage the use of uncataloged tapes
Create scratch tapes
Using BACKUP and RESTORE
BACKUP and RESTORE are two of the most commonly used utilities for moving files
between a NonStop system and cartridge tapes:
Use BACKUP to copy disk files to magnetic tape on a regular basis.
•
•
Use RESTORE to replace files from tape if one or more disk files are lost or
destroyed.
For more information on the BACKUP and RESTORE utilities, refer to the Guardian
Disk and Tape Utilities Reference Manual.
3-12
Download from Www.Somanuals.com. All Manuals Search And Download.
Operating the 9840 Tape Drive
Restoring Tape Files to Disk
Restoring Tape Files to Disk
Use the RESTORE utility to copy files from magnetic tape to disk. This example
restores the contents of $TAPE to a specified subvolume on $DISK1 located within the
same system:
-> RESTORE $TAPE, $DISK1.*.*, NOPROMPT
Note. When the restore operation requires multiple tape cartridges, the NOPROMPT option
prevents user prompts between tapes. The restore operation continues when the tape drive is
ready and the robot loads the next requested tape.
Viewing the Contents of a Tape
The RESTORE utility allows the contents of a labeled or unlabeled tape cartridge
before restoring files to disk to be viewed. The following example instructs the
RESTORE utility to verify the tape on drive $TAPE0, list the files without writing the
tape to disk, and leave the tape online so that a RESTORE process can be started
without remounting the tape:
-> RESTORE $TAPE0,*.*, VERIFYTAPE,LISTONLY, NOUNLOAD
Using the BLOCKSIZE Option
Larger BLOCKSIZE values can improve BACKUP performance by increasing the size
of data records written to tape. The BLOCKSIZE option specifies the number of
1024-byte increments (blocks) in each record. When using larger block sizes, make
sure all tape drives and systems that will read the tape support the BLOCKSIZE
specified.
Before using BLOCKSIZE values larger than 28, consider:
A tape that was backed up with a BLOCKSIZE larger than 28 can be restored only
on a system using a D30 or later version of RESTORE on a tape drive that
supports the larger block transfers.
•
Expanded networks do not support BLOCKSIZE values larger than 28.
•
For more information about the BLOCKSIZE option, refer to the Guardian Disk and
Tape Utilities Reference Manual.
Using the NOUNLOAD Option
The NOUNLOAD option directs the BACKUP utility to rewind the final tape and leave it
online in the drive when the BACKUP process is completed. If the NOUNLOAD option
in the BACKUP command is not specified the robot returns the last tape cartridge to its
slot within the 9710 ACS Tape Library, when the drive is finished writing to the tape.
The robot then loads the next tape cartridge requested.
-> BACKUP $TAPE1, $MYDISK.MYVOL.*, NOUNLOAD
3-13
Download from Www.Somanuals.com. All Manuals Search And Download.
Operating the 9840 Tape Drive
Using BACKUP and RESTORE with Tape Libraries
Using BACKUP and RESTORE with Tape Libraries
To begin a BACKUP or RESTORE operation when using a tape library, a tape cartridge
must be loaded into one of the drives contained within the tape library. For operations
requiring a single tape cartridge, the tape drive writes to or reads from the tape, then
the robot unloads the tape cartridge (unless the NOUNLOAD option was specified),
and loads the next requested tape label cartridge.
Using Multiple Tape Cartridges
For BACKUP or RESTORE operations requiring multiple tape cartridges, the system
issues a mount request that the robot receives via the server and the new tape
cartridge is loaded. For examples, see the following subsections.
Backing Up Disk Files to Tape
The following example copies all files from the $DISK1.USER2 subvolume to the tape
on the tape drive name $TAPE1. The NOPROMPT option instructs the host system not
to prompt you before writing to each tape. This option is useful when the backup
requires more than one tape cartridge, and the process utilizes a labeled tape
environment.
->BACKUP $TAPE1, $DISK1.USER2.*,NOPROMPT
Using Labeled Tapes with Backup and Restore
If labeled tapes are being used, tape DEFINE with BACKUP and RESTORE
commands must be used. A tape DEFINE specifies information about a tape file, such
as the label type, tape density, and expiration date of the data on the tape. The
following example specifies a CLASS TAPECATALOG DEFINE named “=BACK.” The
BACKUP command copies all the files on the $DATA volume to tape.
-> ADD DEFINE =BACK, CLASS TAPECATALOG, LABELS BACKUP&
-> USE OUT, CATALOG OFF
-> BACKUP =BACK, $DATA.*.*,LISTALL, NOPROMPT
The LISTALL option lists the names of all files backed up.
•
The NOPROMPT option instructs BACKUP not to prompt you before beginning to
write on each tape but to begin when it detects the tape drive is ready.
•
For more information about labeled-tape processing, see Using Labeled Tapes on
page 3-13. For more information on tape DEFINEs, see these manuals:
Guardian User's Guide
•
Guardian Disk and Tape Utilities Reference Manual
•
•
DSM/Tape Catalog User's Guide
3-14
Download from Www.Somanuals.com. All Manuals Search And Download.
Operating the 9840 Tape Drive
Where to Find More Information
BACKUP Requiring Multiple Tape Cartridges
For backups that require more than one tape cartridge, the robot starts with the tape
cartridge that was requested to begin the backup process. If the BACKUP command
includes the NOPROMPT option, the robot loads additional tapes sequentially without
prompting the operator.
For example, if a BACKUP command that requires three tape cartridges is issued, the
robot loads the tape cartridges requested in sequential order. The robot unloads the
tape from the drive as the BACKUP process finishes and then loads the next tape
cartridge.
Note. Tape cartridges are loaded from random slot order. The robot tracks the inventory of
tape cartridges by label.
If a BACKUP operation requires additional tape cartridges but the requested tape
cartridge is not in the tape library, the tape cartridges already written must be removed
(Dismount, Eject) and the requested tape cartridge must be loaded into the CAP
(Cartridge Access Port).
Where to Find More Information
This table tells where to get more information on labeled tapes, labeled-tape
processing, tape operator tasks, and utilities for managing tape operations:
For more
information about… Read…
Enabling labeled-tape SCF Reference Manual for the Storage
processing
Subsystem
Managing labeled-
tape processing
Guardian User's Guide
MEDIACOM and
tape-label formats
DSM/Tape Catalog Operator Interface
(MEDIACOM) Manual
BACKUP utility,
RESTORE utility, or
TAPECOM utility
Guardian Disk and Tape Utilities Reference
Manual
FUP utility
File Utility Program (FUP) Reference Manual
3-15
Download from Www.Somanuals.com. All Manuals Search And Download.
Operating the 9840 Tape Drive
Where to Find More Information
3-16
Download from Www.Somanuals.com. All Manuals Search And Download.
L700 Tape Library
Operator Panel
Operator Panel
The operator panel, recessed into the library’s rack door, contains buttons, indicators,
and a graphic display. Figure 4-1 shows the panel.
Figure 4-1. Operator Panel Display, Control, and Indicators
4-2
Download from Www.Somanuals.com. All Manuals Search And Download.
L700 Tape Library
Indicators
Use this panel to:
Monitor current information about the CAPs, configuration, drives, doors, drive
cleaning, hardware and software versions, and library status.
•
Help resolve library problems.
•
•
If an error occurs, the display shows a fault symptom code (FSC), which can be
given to a systems delivery engineer (SDE) or to the local service representative to
help resolve problems. Write down the FSC as soon as it is displayed.
Set library, network, and drive configurations.
Manipulate CAPs.
•
•
•
•
•
•
Replace the drive cleaning cartridges and set the cleaning cartridge usage.
Run library and drive tests.
Reset (start an initial program load [IPL] on) the library.
For specific task instructions refer to Chapter 5, “Configuring and Testing the
CTL700 Tape Library,” and Chapter 6, “Operating the CTL700 Tape Library.”
Indicators
Three indicators on the operator panel provide basic status information: Library Active,
Service Required, and Open. Refer to Figure 4-1 for details about these indicators.
Buttons
Six buttons appear on the operator panel: CAP, RESET, MENU, SELECT, and the up
and down arrows. The CAP and RESET let the user directly manipulate the library; the
remaining four buttons let the user manipulate the menus and underscored values on
the graphic display. Refer to Figure 4-1 for the location and description of each button.
Note. The up arrow, down arrow, and SELECT buttons manipulate only values that are under
operator control. As the user “scrolls” down a list of selections, the cursor underscores these
values. Values that are not underscored cannot be manipulated.
Display Screens
Screens on the graphic display show current information and allow input. Information
accessible on the screens includes: drive status, CAP status, library capacity and
features, hardware and software versions, SCSI type, cleaning cartridge and Auto
Clean status, and error and FSC information.
Except for the CAP status and error and FSC information, these values are set through
an automatic configuration process that occurs during an IPL.
4-3
Download from Www.Somanuals.com. All Manuals Search And Download.
L700 Tape Library
Display Screens
These values require user input:
Cleaning cartridge usage threshold
•
•
•
•
•
Drive configuration: SCSI ID and bus status (on or off bus)
Network configuration values: library name, IP address,
Library configuration values: SCSI ID, Fast Load enable/disable, date, time
Display brightness and contrast
In addition, the display screens must be used to:
Export cleaning cartridges through the CAPs
•
•
Run diagnostic tests
The following subsections describe the library’s main screens.
Library Status
The Library Status screen is an information-only screen. It is the first screen to appear
on the operator panel after an IPL. The screen displays the status of the CAPs, the
activity of the library, and the status of each of the installed drives. Figure 4-2 shows an
example of the Library Status screen.
Figure 4-2. Library Status Screen
By pushing the MENU button from the Library Status screen, the user can access the
Main Menu (see Figure 4-3).
4-4
Download from Www.Somanuals.com. All Manuals Search And Download.
L700 Tape Library
Display Screens
Figure 4-3. Main Menu Screen
FSC Logs
Accessible from the Main Menu, the FSC Logs screen displays all fault symptom codes
(FSCs), the number of occurrences, and the date and time of the last occurrence. The
screen may be scrolled to display the last 20 events. Figure 4-4 is an example of the
FSC Logs screen.
Note. The following statements apply to the event log screen:
Events listed in the log might be failures. All events are recorded.
•
•
FSCs are generated for both library and drive errors.
4-5
Download from Www.Somanuals.com. All Manuals Search And Download.
L700 Tape Library
Display Screens
Figure 4-4. FSC Log Screen
CAP Status
Accessible from the Main Menu, the CAP Status screen is an information-only screen.
It displays either the VOLSER of a cartridge or a status message for each slot in a
CAP magazine. The CAP status screen appears in Figure 4-5.
Note. Scroll down to view the contents of both CAPs.
Figure 4-5. CAP Status Screen
4-6
Download from Www.Somanuals.com. All Manuals Search And Download.
L700 Tape Library
Display Screens
Drive Information
Accessible from the Main Menu, the Drive Information Menu is an information-only
screen that lists manufacturing and status information about the selected drive (see
Figure 4-6).
Vendor
The manufacturer of the drive
Type
The drive model
Status
The drive’s local number and status
The serial number assigned by the drive’s manufacturer
Serial Number
Interface Type
The type of client to drive interface (this example shows a
SCSI interface)
Code Version
The firmware version of the drive
Figure 4-6. Drive Information Menu
Cleaning Information
Accessible from the Main Menu, the Cleaning Info Menu provides information about
cleaning and controls the library’s cleaning cartridges. It enables the user to change
the warning count for each type of cleaning cartridge. Figure 4-7 shows and example
of the Cleaning Info Menu:
Num Clean Cartridges
The total number of cleaning cartridges mounted in the
reserved cells within the library
DLT Warn Count
9840 Warn Count
Currently Not Applicable
The number of times the user wants the 9840 cleaning
cartridge to be used before the library ejects it
Export Clean Cartridges
A procedure for using the CAP to remove cleaning
cartridges from the reserved cells
4-7
Download from Www.Somanuals.com. All Manuals Search And Download.
L700 Tape Library
Display Screens
The Cleaning Info Menu enables the user to change the warning count for each type of
cleaning cartridge. The menu also lets the user check the number of times a cleaning
cartridge has been used.
Figure 4-7. Cleaning Informaion Menu
Diagnostic Tests
Accessible from the Main Menu, the Main Diagnostics Menu lets the user perform the
following tests:
Drive -related tests:
•
Clean Drive: Enables the user to clean the tape drives.
°
Mount: Loads test tapes from a drive.
°
Dismount: Unloads test tapes from a drive.
°
Mount-Dismount Loop: Loads and unloads test tapes from a drive. The user
may designate the number of times the tape library goes through the loop.
°
Get-Put Loop
•
Gets a diagnostic tape and returns it to the same location. The user may designate
the number of times the tape library goes through the loop.
Demo Mode
•
Simulates tape library operation.
Note. All diagnostic tests except for Clean Drive require the tape library and associated drive
to be offline.
4-8
Download from Www.Somanuals.com. All Manuals Search And Download.
L700 Tape Library
Display Screens
Figure 4-8. Main Diagnostics Menu
Version Information
Accessible from the Main Menu, the Version Info Menu is an information-only screen
(see the example in Figure 4-9). It displays the version level of the library’s functional
code, the date and time the code was completed, and the serial number of the logic
card (also referred to as the “MPC card”).
Figure 4-9. Version Information Menu
4-9
Download from Www.Somanuals.com. All Manuals Search And Download.
L700 Tape Library
Display Screens
Configuration Menu
Accessible from the Main Menu (Figure 4-10) routes the user to the configuration
menus (library, drive, and network) and to the panel display controls.
Figure 4-10. Configuration Menu
Library Configuration
Accessible from the Main Configuration menu, the Library Config menu displays library
capacity information and lets you modify library’s configuration. Figure 4-11 shows an
example library configuration screen.
The screen lets you:
SCSI ID
Fast Load
Date
Library’s SCSI identification number
Fast Load feature on or off
Current date
Time
Current time
The screen lets you set the:
SCSI Type
What type of SCSI bus connects the library to the network
(differential or single-ended)
Auto Clean
CAPs
Whether Auto Clean is enabled
The number of CAPs installed
User Cells
How many data storage cells the library contains
The number of drive columns installed
Whether an expansion frame is installed
Drive Column
Expansion Frame
4-10
Download from Www.Somanuals.com. All Manuals Search And Download.
L700 Tape Library
Display Screens
Figure 4-11. Library Configuration Menu
Drive Configuration
Accessible from the Main Configuration Menu, the drive configuration menu lets you
modify portions of each drive’s configuration. Figure 4-12 shows an example screen.
For each drive, the menu displays the tape drive position, drive type, SCSI ID and
indicates whether the drive is on the same SCSI bus as the library.
The panel only displays 16 lines per screen. If the library contains more than eight
drives, the user must use the down arrow button to scroll to drive 09 and above. For
more information, see “Drive Information” in Chapter 5.
Note. The cursor position is saved on all screens that list the library’s drives.
4-11
Download from Www.Somanuals.com. All Manuals Search And Download.
L700 Tape Library
Display Screens
Figure 4-12. Drive Configuration Menu
Display Information
Accessible from the Main Configuration menu, the Display Inf. menu (see Figure 4-13)
leads to menus that let the user adjust the contrast and backlight on the graphic
display screen. For more information, see “Screen Characteristics” in Chapter 5.
Figure 4-13. Display Information Menu
4-12
Download from Www.Somanuals.com. All Manuals Search And Download.
L700 Tape Library
Operations Overview
Operations Overview
This table lists the tasks that you can perform through the operator panel menus. The
task appear in the order you would find them in the operator panel Main Menu:
FSC Logs
•
•
•
•
•
•
CAP Status
Cleaning Info
Diagnostics
Version Info.
Configuration
Library Power Switch
The library power switch is a circuit breaker or breakers behind the right front door of
the tape library. Figure 4-14 shows the power switch location. This switch, attached to
the AC power distribution unit (PDU), controls the AC power to the library and drive
column.
The power switch has two configurations:
A single breaker on the AC power distribution unit controls the tape library and a
single drive column.
•
An optional second breaker, located on the second power distribution unit power
and the second drive column and an optional second library power supply.
•
Note.
1. For this configuration, the second breaker must be connected to a separate electrical
circuit.
2. If only one breaker is powered off, the second breaker, if installed, will still be powered on.
To apply power to the library and drive column, lift the switch or switches.
To remove power from the library and drive column.
1. Make sure all jobs are complete.
2. Push down on the library power switch or switches.
4-13
Download from Www.Somanuals.com. All Manuals Search And Download.
L700 Tape Library
Tape Drive Power Switches
Figure 4-14. Library Power Switch Location
Tape Drive Power Switches
The tape drives are behind the drive access door inside the right side door of the
library. Each drive has a power switch that controls the supply of power to only that
drive. Figure 4-15 shows the 9840 tape drive power switch location.
To remove power from a drive, turn the drive switch to the “0” position.
To supply power to a drive, turn the drive switch to the “|” position.
4-14
Download from Www.Somanuals.com. All Manuals Search And Download.
L700 Tape Library
Operating in the Automated Mode
Figure 4-15. Drive Power Switch Location
Operating in the Automated Mode
Automated mode is the normal operating mode of the tape library. When the tape
library is online and the robot is mounting and dismounting cartridges, monitor the
server operator console and the tape library operator panel for messages and respond
appropriately.
When a tape library is online, you might also need to:
Enter cartridges into the tape library through the cartridge access port (CAP)
•
•
•
•
•
•
Eject cartridges from the library through the CAP
Replace a cleaning cartridge
Manually clean a drive
Review the FSC log
Run diagnostic tests
4-15
Download from Www.Somanuals.com. All Manuals Search And Download.
L700 Tape Library
Monitoring Status Information
The following sections describe how to perform these activities.
Monitoring Status Information
The user can monitor the library, CAP, and drive status information through the library
status screen (see Figure 4-1--Operator Panel Display). The user can also monitor
CAP magazine status and the cleaning cartridge usage count through operator panel
menus.
Drive Status
Table 6-1 summarizes drive status messages that might appear on the library status
screen:
Table 4-1. Drive Status Messages
Status Message
INIT REQUIRED
NOT CONNECTED
UNKNOWN DRIVE
Explanation
You must initialize the drive.
This drive is not connected to a SCSI bus.
The library does not recognize the type of drive in this
location.
NOT COMMUNICATE
This drive is not communicating with the client, or the drive
is powered off.
NOT FUNCTIONAL
NOT LOADABLE
CARTRIDGE IN
This drive is not functioning properly.
The library cannot load a cartridge into this drive.
The drive contains a cartridge, but the cartridge is loaded
in this drive.
CLEAN NEEDED
CLEAN FAILED
LOADING
This drive requires cleaning.
The attempt to clean this drive failed.
The library is mounting a cartridge into this drive.
The cartridge in this drive has been rewound.
The library is dismounting a cartridge into this drive.
The library has loaded a cartridge into this drive.
The cartridge in this drive is being rewound.
This drive is performing a read or write operation.
The drive is being cleaned.
REWOUND
UNLOADING
LOADED
REWINDING
BUSY
CLEANING
Note. The operator panel displays only 16 lines per screen. If the library contains more than 8
drives, use the down arrow button to scroll to drive 09 and higher.
Drive Information
To view the details about an installed drive, including its serial number and firmware
version:
4-16
Download from Www.Somanuals.com. All Manuals Search And Download.
L700 Tape Library
Monitoring Status Information
1. Press the MENU button to display the Main Menu.
2. If necessary, press an arrow button until the cursor lines up with DRIVE INFO.
3. Press the SELECT button. A list of all the installed drives appears.
4. Use the arrow buttons until the cursor underscores the desired drive.
5. Press the SELECT button. The Drive Information Menu will appear (see Figure 4-
6). The screen lists the manufacturer, model, status, serial number, interface type,
and firmware version of the selected drive. See Table 6-1 for list of drive status
messages.
CAP Magazine Status
To check the status of a CAP magazine and its contents:
1. Press the MENU button to display the Main Menu.
2. If necessary, press an arrow button until the cursor lines up with CAP STATUS.
3. Press the SELECT button. A blank screen will appear.
4. Press the SELECT button again. The CAP Contents Menu will appear. The screen
lists the VOLSER of each cartridge in an installed magazine or it lists a status
message. See Table 6-2 for the status messages that will appear on this list.
Note. Each CAP has four magazines, numbered one through four, from the top location to the
bottom.
Table 4-2. CAP Status Messages
Status Message
Explanation
EMPTY
This magazine slot does not contain a cartridge
This magazine slot contains a cartridge, but the library has
not yet performed the necessary audit to identify the
cartridge
UNKNOWN
This magazine slot contains a cartridge, but the camera
could not read the cartridge’s VOLSER label
UNREADABLE
Cleaning Cartridge Usage Count
This procedure assumes that you have loaded cleaning cartridges into the reserved
cells and has subsequently reset the library. (Taking these steps enables the Auto
Clean function.) To check the number of times the cleaning cartridges have been used
since they were installed in the library:
1. Press the MENU button to return to the Main Menu.
2. Press the arrow buttons until the cursor underscores CLEANING INFORMATION.
3. Press the SELECT button. The panel displays the Cleaning Info menu.
4-17
Download from Www.Somanuals.com. All Manuals Search And Download.
L700 Tape Library
Entering Cartridges Through the CAP
4. Press the arrow buttons until the cursor highlights EXPORT CLEANING
CARTRIDGE.
5. Press the SELECT button. The export screen appears, which lists all installed
cleaning cartridges by domain (or cartridge type), VOLSER, and usage count.
Note. If the usage count for a cleaning cartridge has exceeded its warning count, the export
screen will display EXPIRED. The user must remove this cartridge from the library.
6. Press the MENU button to exit out of the export screen.
Entering Cartridges Through the CAP
To unlock the CAP, open it, and place cartridges into it:
1. Enter the console command to unlock the CAP.
2. Press the CAP A or CAP B button on the operator panel to open the CAP. The
indicator will light.
Caution. The cartridges must be entered properly or the robot or tape drive might be
damaged, or the tape library could stop operating. Use only 9840 cartridges for 9840 drives.
3. Load the cartridges into the magazine. This can be done in one of two ways: Pull
out and down on the magazine handle or remove the magazine by lifting it out. See
Figure 6-1.
4-18
Download from Www.Somanuals.com. All Manuals Search And Download.
L700 Tape Library
Ejecting Cartridges Through the CAP
Figure 4-16. Removing the CAP Magazine
Note. The snap-on retention cartridge cover can be used to keep cartridges in place when
carrying the magazine. Remove the clear cover from the back of the magazine by lifting the
side edge. To protect the cartridges, place the slots on one edge of the cover into the grooves
on the side of the magazine’s top panel and snap the other edge into place.
4. Enter the cartridges into the magazine so they lie flat, with the bar code up and the
reel facing away from you.
Caution. Remove the retention cover before loading the magazine into the CAP.
5. Return the magazine to its closed position. (If a retention cover is used on the
magazine, remove the cover before replacing the magazine.)
6. Press the CAP A or CAP B button on the operator panel to close the CAP.
Note. It is strongly recommended that unlabeled cartridges are not entered into the CAP.
Ejecting Cartridges Through the CAP
To unlock the CAP, open the CAP, and remove the cartridges from it:
4-19
Download from Www.Somanuals.com. All Manuals Search And Download.
L700 Tape Library
Manually Cleaning a Drive
1. At the console, enter the VOLSERs of the cartridges that are required. The robot
retrieves the cartridges and insert them into the CAP.
2. Enter the console command to open the CAP. This unlocks the CAP.
3. Press CAP A or CAP B button on the operator panel to open the CAP.
4. Remove or pull down the magazine and remove the cartridges and store them
outside the tape library.
5. Repeat these steps until all the required cartridges have been removed.
6. Press the CAP button to close the CAP.
7. Refer to the console and software documentation for further instructions.
Manually Cleaning a Drive
If the Auto Clean function on the library is not enabled, then the library status screen
on the operator panel will display “Clean Needed” whenever a specific drive needs
cleaning. To clean this drive:
1. Enter the console command to open the CAP. This will unlock the CAP.
2. Press the CAP button on the operator panel to open the CAP.
3. Insert the required cleaning cartridge into the CAP.
4. Press the CAP button to close the CAP.
5. Press the MENU button until the Main Menu displays.
6. Press the arrow button until the cursor highlights DIAGNOSTICS.
7. Press the SELECT button. The panel displays Main Diagnostics Menu.
8. Press the arrow buttons until the cursor highlights DRIVE DIAGNOSTICS.
9. Press the SELECT button. The screen displays a list of all installed drives.
10. Use the arrow buttons to highlight the desired drive.
11. Press the SELECT button. The Diagnostics for Drive Menu appears.
12. Press the arrow buttons until the cursor highlights CLEAN DRIVE.
13. Press the SELECT button. A message will appear stating that the drive will be
cleaned at the next opportunity.
14. When the cleaning is complete, the robot will return the cleaning cartridge to the
CAP.
15. To clean another drive of the same type, press the MENU button to return to the
lists of drive, and repeat Steps 10 through 14.
16. When drive cleaning is complete, press the CAP button to open the CAP.
4-20
Download from Www.Somanuals.com. All Manuals Search And Download.
L700 Tape Library
Reviewing FSC Logs
17. Remove the cleaning cartridge, and make a record of how many times it has been
used.
18. Press the CAP button to close the CAP.
Note. The Auto Clean feature is automatically enabled if even one cleaning cartridge is loaded
into the reserved cell area and then the library is reset.
Reviewing FSC Logs
A SDE or other StorageTek representative might ask the user to review the library’s
fault symptom code (FSC) log so the user can better analyze library-related problems.
The FSC log records significant events, warnings and errors that the library has
generated during operation.
To review the FSC log:
1. Press the MENU button until the Main Menu appears.
2. If necessary, press the arrow buttons until the cursor highlights “FSC LOGS.”
3. Press the SELECT button. The panel displays the FSC log screen.
4. Use the arrow buttons to scroll through the log.
This ample entry on the FSC logs screen, followed by an explanation of the entry’s
elements:
3329
03 NONE
14:46:14
03/01/2004
3229
This four-character code is the FSC.
03
This value indicates the number of times this FSC has occurred.
This message indicates which, if any, mechanical device was involved.
NONE
03/01/2004
These digits indicate the date the FSC occurred. The fields from left to
right are month, day, and year.
14:46:14
These digits indicate the time the FSC occurred. The fields from left to
right are hour, minutes, and seconds.
Running Diagnostic Tests
Diagnostic tests included in the library’s firmware let you manage certain aspects of the
library’s operation. The library may be placed in the demonstration mode through the
Diagnostics screen.
4-21
Download from Www.Somanuals.com. All Manuals Search And Download.
L700 Tape Library
Running Diagnostic Tests
Table 4-3. CTL700 Library Drive Diagnostic Tests
Test
Description
Clean Drive
This function is not a test. It moves a specified cleaning cartridge from
the CAP to a tape drive and initiates drive cleaning. When cleaning is
complete, it returns the cleaning cartridge to the CAP. This routine does
not require the library to be offline.
Mount
This test mounts a diagnostic tape to the selected drive.
This test dismounts a diagnostic tape from the selected drive.
Dismount
Mount-
Dismount
This test mounts and dismounts a diagnostic tape from the selected
drive.
Caution. Only trained personnel should perform diagnostic tests. Before performing the
diagnostic tests, check that the library and drives are offline.
Running Drive Diagnostic Tests
To run a diagnostic test on a drive:
1. Place the library and drives offline.
2. Press the MENU button until the Main Menu displays.
3. Press the arrow buttons until the cursor highlights DIAGNOSTICS.
4. Press the SELECT button. The panel displays Main Diagnostics Menu.
5. Press the arrow buttons until the cursor underscores DRIVE DIAGNOSTICS.
6. Press the SELECT button. The screen displays a list of all installed drives.
7. Use the arrow buttons to highlight the desired drive.
8. Press the SELECT button. The Diags for Drive Menu appears.
9. Press the arrow buttons until the cursor highlights the desired test. For a
description of the available tests, see Table 6-3.
10. Press the SELECT button. If MOUNT/DISMOUNT LOOP was selected, an editing
screen will appear:
a. Use the arrow buttons to enter the desired value. (The up arrow button
increases the value. The down arrow button decreases the value.)
b. Press the SELECT button.
11. The user will be prompted to confirm that the library is wanted in Maintenance
Mode (offline) before beginning the test (ARE YOU SURE?). Confirm this by
pressing the SELECT button. The MENU button may be pressed to abort.
12. Wait until the test is complete; the screen displays TEST COMPLETE.
4-22
Download from Www.Somanuals.com. All Manuals Search And Download.
L700 Tape Library
Running Diagnostic Tests
Running a Get-Put Loop
During a Get-Put loop, the hand loads and unloads a cartridge from a storage cell. This
tests the functionality of the hand assembly. To run a Get-Put loop:
1. Place the library and tape drives offline.
2. Press the MENU button until the Main Menu displays.
3. Press the arrow buttons until the cursor highlights DIAGNOSTICS.
4. Press the SELECT button. The panel displays the Main Diagnostics Menu.
5. Press the arrow buttons until the cursor underscores GET PUT LOOP.
6. Press the SELECT button. The Get-Put Mode screen appears.
7. You are prompted to confirm that the library is wanted to be in Maintenance Mode
(offline) before beginning the test (ARE YOU SURE?). Confirm this by pressing the
SELECT button. The MENU button may be pressed to abort.
8. Wait until the test is complete; the screen will display TEST COMPLETE.
Operating in Demo Mode
Caution. Potential for error: Running the library in the Demo Mode causes the data cartridges
to be rearranged. After the Demo Mode is complete, the library must be reset, and the client
must be given the command to upload the library audit data to the client.
With the library in Demo Mode (demonstration mode), the hand unloads a cartridge
from a storage cell, rotates around on the Z and theta axes, and loads the cartridge
back to a different storage cell. This tests the functionality of the robot. To operate in
Demo Mode:
1. Place the library and drives offline.
2. Remove all data cartridges from the library.
3. Load a demonstration cartridge into the library.
4. Press the MENU button until the Main Menu appears.
5. Press the arrow buttons until the cursor underscores DIAGNOSTICS.
6. Press the SELECT button. The panel displays the Main Diagnostics Menu.
7. Press the arrow buttons until the cursor underscores DEMO MODE.
8. Press the SELECT button. An edit screen appears.
9. Use the arrow buttons to enter the desired number of loops. The up arrow button
increases the value by 100. The down arrow button decreases the value by 100.
The maximum number of loops allowed is 2,000.
10. Press the SELECT button.
4-23
Download from Www.Somanuals.com. All Manuals Search And Download.
L700 Tape Library
Powering Off the Library
11. The user will be prompted to confirm that the library is wanted to be in
Maintenance Mode (offline) before beginning the test (ARE YOU SURE?). Confirm
this by pressing the SELECT button. The MENU button may be pressed to abort.
12. Wait until the test is complete; the screen will display TEST COMPLETE.
13. Press the RESET button to reset the library.
Powering Off the Library
To power off the library:
1. Enter the command at the server console to remove the tape library and drives
from online status.
2. Press down on the switch or switches (breakers) behind the right front door of the
tape library.
Operation in Manual Mode
The following pages describe operations that can be performed when the tape library is
in the manual mode. Manual mode occurs when the tape library is not online or loses
power.
When the library is offline, you might have to:
•
•
•
•
•
•
•
Open the front door
Move the robot
Locate a cartridge in the storage cells
Remove a cartridge from the hand
Mount a cartridge in a drive
Dismount a cartridge from a drive
Before starting any of these tasks, precautions must be taken against electrostatic
discharge (ESD).
Caution. Components are Sensitive to Static Electricity: Even a small electrostatic discharge
could damage an electrical component inside the library. A damaged component might not fail
immediately, but over time, it will become worse, possibly causing an “intermittent” problem. Be
sure to touch gray, unpainted metal before reaching inside the library.
After the library door has been opened:
1. Touch a gray, unpainted metal surface, such as the library frame just inside the
front door.
2. Keep all body movement to a minimum as the tape drives and library components
are being touched.
4-24
Download from Www.Somanuals.com. All Manuals Search And Download.
L700 Tape Library
Opening the Library Front Doors
Antistatic wrist straps with clip-on ends are commercially available.
Opening the Library Front Doors
The front doors on the library must be opened to perform manual operations. Refer to
Figure 6-2 as this procedure is performed.
Figure 4-17. Opening the Access Doors
1. Make sure all jobs have ended and that the tape library is offline.
2. Open the tape library right front door by pulling on the left side of the door.
3. Open the tape library left front door by using a latch key to unlock both locks. Turn
the key counterclockwise to unlock them, then pull open the door.
Moving the Robot
After the tape library doors have been opened, the robot might need to move to make it
easier to access the stored cartridges or the tape drives.
4-25
Download from Www.Somanuals.com. All Manuals Search And Download.
L700 Tape Library
Moving the Robot
Read and observe these following caution before attempting to move any portion of the
robot.
Caution. Potential Equipment Damage: To prevent damaging the hand or Z carriage, check
that the reach mechanism on the hand is fully retracted before moving any part of the robot.
Push the gripper mechanism into the retracted position. If the tape library goes offline due to a
power failure, the reach mechanism might be extended into a storage cell or drive. If the robot
is rotated when this condition exists, the hand could be damaged.
Move the Z column and Z carriage only as shown in Figures 2-6 and 2-7.
Take precaution against potential ESD damage by touching gray, unpainted metal before
reaching into the library. Do not touch exposed electrical parts when moving any part of the
robot.
Raising and Lowering the Hand-camera
If the hand is needed to be raised or lowered, slowly and carefully move it by placing
your fingers on the hand-camera assembly as shown in Figure 2-7.
Rotating the Z-Column
If you need to rotate the Z column, grasp it and carefully rotate it, as shown in Figure 2-
6.
The Z column does not rotate a full 360 degrees. If the column meets resistance and
stops before reaching the desired position, it has contacted a stopping mechanism. Do
not force it. Rotate the column in the opposite direction.
Locating a Cartridge in the Storage Cells
Figure 5-1 shows the locations of the panels, rows, and columns of the cartridge
storage cells in the library. The decal at the top of each column also provides location
information. To remove a cartridge from a storage cell, slide the cartridge out.
Removing a Cartridge From the Hand
If the tape library loses power, a cartridge might be left in the hand. It can be removed
from the hand and mounted into a drive for a read/write operation.
Caution. Possible equipment damage: Follow the procedures described in the section titled
“Moving the Robot.” Failing to do so could damage the hand.
Do not touch any electronic components on the hand assembly. The components could easily
be damaged.
To remove a cartridge from the hand:
1. Rotate the Z column; move the hand until it is facing the front door.
4-26
Download from Www.Somanuals.com. All Manuals Search And Download.
L700 Tape Library
Moving the Robot
2. Push on the back of the reach mechanism until the gripper is extended to its full
position, as shown in Figure 6-3.
Caution. Heated components: If the robot has been active, the solenoid and switch might be
hot to the touch. Wait for the solenoid to cool before touching it.
Figure 4-18. Extending the Gripper
3. Hold the solenoid on top of the reach mechanism with one hand and grasp the
cartridge with the other. Rotate the solenoid switch clockwise until the cartridge is
released from the gripper, as shown in Figure 6-4.
Caution. Potential equipment damage: Check that the gripper mechanism is fully retracted. If
it is left extended and the robot is turned, the gripper mechanism will strike a storage cell. If it is
left extended and the hand is facing the tape library door when it is closed, the door will strike
the gripper mechanism.
4-27
Download from Www.Somanuals.com. All Manuals Search And Download.
L700 Tape Library
Moving the Robot
Figure 4-19. Removing the Cartridge from the Hand
4. Push the gripper mechanism back into the hand until the mechanism is fully
retracted.
Loading and Unloading Cartridges Manually
When the library is offline, a cartridge can be loaded to a drive or unloaded from a
drive after adequate precautions have been taken. The following pages provide
manual load and unload procedures for 9840 drives.
Note. If any cartridges are manually loaded, they must be manually unloaded and stored in a
cell or removed.
Loading a Cartridge Into a 9840 Drive
To load a cartridge in a 9840 drive:
1. Obtain the cartridge VOLSER, location, and drive number from the server console.
2. Open the tape library right front door by pulling on the left side of the door.
3. Open the library left front door by using a latch key to unlock both locks. See
Figure 6-2. Turn the key counterclockwise to unlock the locks, then pull the door
open.
4-28
Download from Www.Somanuals.com. All Manuals Search And Download.
L700 Tape Library
Moving the Robot
4. Locate the cartridge (see the section titled “Locating a Cartridge in the Storage
Cells” in Chapter 5).
5. Insert the cartridge into the 9840 tape drive using the direction shown in Figure 6-
5.
Figure 4-20. Loading a Cartridge into the 9840 Tape Drive
6. Wait for one of the following messages to display on the drive's front panel and
take the appropriate action, if necessary:
The Ready F (File Protected) message displays when a write-protected
cartridge loads successfully.
•
The Ready U (File Unprotected) message displays when a cartridge that is not
write-protected loads successfully.
•
The NTReady message displays when the tape in the cartridge has lost
tension. Follow the instructions outlined in the 9840 Tape Drive System User's
Reference Manual to correct this condition.
•
The LOADxxxx message displays when the cartridge unsuccessfully loads,
where the xxxx is a fault symptom code. Follow the instructions outlined in the
•
9840 Tape Drive System User's Reference Manual to correct this condition.
Unloading a Cartridge From a 9840 Tape Drive
To unload a cartridge from a 9840 drive:
4-29
Download from Www.Somanuals.com. All Manuals Search And Download.
L700 Tape Library
Moving the Robot
1. Make sure that the 9840 drive is not selected by the client.
2. Obtain the drive number from the server console and place the drive offline.
3. Open the tape library right front door by pulling on the left side of the door.
4. Open the library left front door by using a latch key to unlock both locks. See
Figure 6-2. Turn the key counterclockwise to unlock the locks, then pull the door
open.
5. Press the UNLOAD switch on the front panel of the drive.
One of the following conditions can occur:
After the tape rewinds, the cartridge ejects from the 9840 drive. Remove the
cartridge from the 9840 drive.
•
The cartridge fails to eject after the tape rewinds. Refer to the 9840 Tape Drive
User's Reference Manual to correct the condition.
•
If the UNLOAD switch is pressed during a write operation, the 9840 drive tries
•
to write the remaining data before the cartridge unloads. If the UnWrxxxx
(Unwritten Data) message displays, where the xxxx is the fault symptom code,
the attempt failed and some data remains unwritten to the tape. For more
information about recovering from an Unwritten Data condition, refer to the
9840 Tape Drive User's Reference Manual.
Returning the Library to Online Status
To return the tape library online for automated operations:
1. Refer to your specific drive publications for instructions on making the drives ready.
Note. If any cartridges are manually loaded, they must be manually unloaded and stored in a
storage cell or removed from the library.
2. Close and lock the tape library doors. The robot will perform an audit of the cells.
3. Place the tape library online by entering the command at the server operator
console.
4. Give the client command to upload audit data to the client.
5. Refer to your specific software publications for instructions on replacing the
cartridges removed and on inserting cartridges into the storage cells.
4-30
Download from Www.Somanuals.com. All Manuals Search And Download.
A 9840 Troubleshooting and
Recovery
This section contains:
Handling Errors or Indications
Save Fails Error
Cause. A “Save Fails” error occurs when saving a new configuration. It indicates that
the RAM has failed the save operation.
Cause. The tape drive cannot work properly with defective information in RAM.
Cause. Contact your service provider to replace the tape drive.
Fix_CfgErr Error
Cause. A “Fix_CfgErr” error occurs following power on or IPL; the tape drive
configuration data was sent from the EEPROM to the RAM and the RAM data failed
the ASIA (Application Specific Interface Adapter) checksum test.
Cause. The tape drive completes the IPL but remains offline.
Caution. This error check does not protect you from entering the wrong configuration in the
first place. It only tells you that the RAM content had somehow changed since the configuration
data was last entered. If you originally entered a wrong configuration and the circuits are in
working order, it will not show up as an error.
This error check does not lock tape drive operation. You can place the tape drive online without
changing the tape drive configuration. Do so only if you have determined that an unused bit in
the RAM or EEPROM is bad in accordance with the following procedure.
1. Check the tape drive configuration against your records.
2. If the client records and the tape drive configurations match there are two
possibilities:
A-1
Download from Www.Somanuals.com. All Manuals Search And Download.
9840 Troubleshooting and Recovery
UnWr xxxx Indication
An unused bit in the RAM or EEPROM has become bad.
•
•
There might be a problem with the ASIA interface.
3. To isolate one of the two possibilities:
a. Save the configuration again. Because the configuration is already apparently
correct, re-saving the configuration generates and stores a new checksum.
If an unused bit of the RAM has become bad, it is now included in the ASIA
checksum and will not show up again as an error.
b. IPL the tape drive.
c. If the error is not repeated, it is indicated that an unused bit in the RAM is bad.
This problem can now be disregarded. Go to Step 5.
d. If the problem is repeated and the configuration remains correct, there may be
a problem with an unused bit in the EEPROM or the checksum circuit.
Note. When the configuration in the RAM is correct, the tape drive can usually operate
normally while it remains powered on, even it the EEPROM or checksum circuit in the
ASIA are damaged.
4. If the client and tape drive configurations do not match, there are two possibilities:
a. A damaged used are of the RAM.
b. A damaged used area of the EEPROM.
Reconfigure the tape drive and save the new configuration.
1. If a used area of the RAM is bad, the save operation will fail, causing a
“Save Fails” error. In that case the “Fix_CfgErr” was caused by a bad RAM.
Contact your service provider to replace the tape drive.
2. If the save operation succeeds, the EEPROM is probably bad. The new
configuration is properly saved only to the RAM: The EEPROM may have
corrupt data.
Note. When the configuration in the RAM is correct, the tape drive can usually
operate normally while it remains powered on, even if the EEPROM is damaged.
5. If applicable, place the tape drive back online.
6. If the configuration problem repeats on the next IPL, it means that the EEPROM is
damaged. Contact your service provider to replace the tape drive.
UnWr xxxx Indication
Cause. “UnWr xxxx” means unwritten data. This display occurs if the Unload switch
was pressed during a write operation. It indicates that the tape drive attempted to write
the remaining data before it unloaded, but the attempt failed.
A-2
Download from Www.Somanuals.com. All Manuals Search And Download.
9840 Troubleshooting and Recovery
DumpAgain? Message
Cause. Some data remains unwritten to tape.
Cause. Loss of this data occurs if you press the Unload switch again. Before pressing
Unload again, you must issue the following command sequence : In the SCSI
environment: Recover Buffer Data. This allows the NonStop system to save the
unwritten data.
DumpAgain? Message
Cause. The “DumpAgain?” message alternates with a “CHK xxxx” fault symptom code
indication while the Service light flashes. This occurs when the identical “CHK xxxx”
fault symptom code is detected within one minute.
Cause. The tape drive becomes non-operational and requires manual intervention.
Cause. With this condition, you may choose to take a dump, but there is no
requirement to do so. If you have reason to take the dump, press any control except
the IPL switch. This saves the dump data to the EEPROM. While the dump is being
saved to the EEPROM, the Service light goes out and the display alternates between
“SavingDmp” and the “CHK xxxx” display. After saving, the tape drive automatically
IPL’s.
from EEPROM to tape or a file.
If you do not want to take the dump, press the IPL switch. This IPLs the tape drive
without copying the dump data to the EEPROM.
If the IPL fails, as indicated by any error message, contact your service provider to
replace the tape drive.
•
If the IPL is successful, continue with normal operations.
•
Identifying Unrecoverable Tapes
Caution. Do not degauss 9840 tapes. Servo tracks are written on the tape at the factory.
When these tracks are mistakenly erased as by degaussing, you must discard the tape
cartridge.
An unrecoverable defective tape, including a degaussed tape, fails in all operations or
most operations. A failing tape on one drive should be tested on another drive. If the
tape fails on both drives, the tape is most likely bad. To confirm this conclusion:
1. Take another tape and test it on the original drive on the same operation that
previously failed. If the operation does not fail with the new tape, conclude that the
previous tape is probably defective.
Menu System. If the Reclaim Menu rejects the tape, the tape is unrecoverable and
must be discarded.
A-3
Download from Www.Somanuals.com. All Manuals Search And Download.
9840 Troubleshooting and Recovery
Forcing a Diagnostic Dump (Reset Drive)
Forcing a Diagnostic Dump (Reset Drive)
This is a RESET operation. It works the same as an initial program load (IPL), but also
forces a diagnostic dump of the present state of the machine. A forced diagnostic
dump is usually done in response to an Engineering request to identify drive status at
any time during drive operation.
Forcing a diagnostic dump resets the drive and writes the dump to the EEPROM. The
EEPROM can accumulate approximately 12 dumps, depending on compression.
Dumps remain in the EEPROM until it is full. If EEPROM lacks sufficient space for an
additional dump, all previous dumps are erased and only the newest dump remains in
the EEPROM.
Note. New dumps are appended to earlier dumps already on the tape.
To force an immediate diagnostic dump from the operator panel to the EEPROM:
1. Press the Menu and Unload switches for one second to dump present drive status
from memory to EEPROM. Dump data collection begins when “CHK FFFF” is
displayed and the Power indicator begins to flash.
2. Observe the Service indicator. When the dump data collection is complete, the
Service indicator flashes.
3. The drive automatically performs an IPL and returns to online: The display
alternates between the corporate ID and FFFF:DmpYY until any normal drive
activity is started.
Writing the Diagnostic Dump Tape to File
The dump data on a dump tape can be accessed and read as data. To do so, write-
protect the dump tape and load it into a drive. The drive recognizes the dump tape, but
because it is write protected, does not go into automatic diagnostic dump operation.
Instead, it waits for a read command from the host.
To copy the EEPROM dump data to tape:
1. Take the drive to offline.
2. Remove any tape cartridge from the drive.
3. Insert a write-enabled dump tape in a drive: Data is automatically written to the
tape from the drive EEPROM. While data is copied to the tape, the Activity
indicator flashes. When the copy is done, the tape ejects.
Note. If the tape is file-protected, operation will not take place and the tape will not eject.
4. When finished, return the drive to online, or replace as necessary.
A-4
Download from Www.Somanuals.com. All Manuals Search And Download.
9840 Troubleshooting and Recovery
Removing a Stuck Tape Cartridge
Use the guidelines in Appendix A of this manual to FTP dump file to destination.
Removing a Stuck Tape Cartridge
When you press the Unload switch, or when the unload function is electronically
triggered, and the cartridge fails to eject, you must manually remove the tape cartridge.
Caution. In the procedure below, do not turn the screw driver counter-clockwise, as it may
cause damage to the gears.
1. Insert a flat screwdriver through the hole on the right side of the drive operator
panel.
2. Press against the spring-loaded screw inside until it stops.
3. Turn the screw clockwise until the cartridge releases.
Figure A-1. Recovering From a Stuck Cartridge
Place screwdriver here
A-5
Download from Www.Somanuals.com. All Manuals Search And Download.
9840 Troubleshooting and Recovery
Operating a Drive Manually in a Tape Library
Operating a Drive Manually in a Tape Library
When a tape library is down, you might have to operate the tape drive manually from
inside the library. Press Unload on the drive operator panel to ensure the drive is not
stuck in an intermediate position.
Performing a Tape Boot or Tape Load
A tape boot/load should only be performed at the advice of service providers.
Caution. Tape Boot is a destructive function that destroys the files on the system disk. It
should be performed only on the advice of service providers. It destroys all information in the
system configuration database including all configuration information about tapes, adapters,
and more. Unlike the K-series, the system image doesn’t contain this information. Many
additional steps are required to restore the system to working order.
Performing Processor Memory Dumps to Tape
When the system is running, the normal procedure is to perform a memory dump from
the processor to disk, then copy the memory dump to tape. If the entire system is down
(all processors are halted), you can perform a tape dump using the TSM Low-Level
Link Application. For information about how to perform memory dumps, refer to the
S-series Operations Guide.
Tape Dump Alerts
Before performing a tape dump:
All processors in the system must be halted. Tape dumps can only be performed if
the entire system is down.
•
A tape drive must be connected to a PMF CRU in group 01. Tape drives
connected through a ServerNet/DA or to any other PMF CRUs or IOMF CRUs
cannot be used for tape dumps.
•
A-6
Download from Www.Somanuals.com. All Manuals Search And Download.
9840 Menu System
Examples of Menu Operations, Reference
Figure B-2. Offline Menu Structure
Examples of Menu Operations, Reference
If you are unfamiliar with the functions of the operator panel and menus, go to the
section titled “Examples of Menu Operations” in this appendix. There the user will find
sample procedures that can be experimented with.
B-2
Download from Www.Somanuals.com. All Manuals Search And Download.
9840 Menu System
Instructions for Menu Operations
Instructions for Menu Operations
The next few subsections provides instructions for the menu operations. Each
subsection has its own subject:
One section deals with how to View SCSI Configurations.
•
•
•
The second section deals with how to Change SCSI Configurations.
The final section does Drive Operations.
The subsections show all operations sequentially. All the necessary preceding
instructions must be followed.
Full Spelling Vs. Abbreviations in Quotation Marks
Operator panel displays might be shown twice: abbreviated in quotation marks and
with full spelling. Abbreviated spellings in the quotations show exact display
presentation. The full spelling is added to clarify meanings.
“If applicable, press Menu to access”
This is an instruction. It means that you should do one of three things:
1. Do nothing if the user is already at the menu of choice.
2. Press Menu once if you are still at the previous menu and wants access to the
next menu.
3. Press Menu as necessary to reach the menu of choice, or until an Exit Menu is
reached.
“Press Menu to exit to the next sub-menu”
This is an instruction. Pressing Menu once takes the user to the next sub-menu.
Pressing Menu twice will take a menu farther. The user can continue until an Exit
Menu is reached.
Explanation of the Menu Trees
for the menu operations. Each figure has its own subject:
Figure B-4 views SCSI configurations
•
•
•
Figure B-5 changes SCSI configurations
Figure B-6 does drive operations
The menu trees show the operator panel switches and displays in the order in which
they are operated and viewed. Only two switches are used for the menu system: Menu
B-3
Download from Www.Somanuals.com. All Manuals Search And Download.
9840 Menu System
Explanation of the Menu Trees
and Select. The boxes show the menus and selected displays. The menu trees legend
Figure B-3. Menu Tree Legend
followed:
1. Press Menu to view the Online/Offline Menu.
2. Press:
a. Select--to change the status to Online (only if the drive is offline)
b. Menu--to go to the View Configuration Menu
3. Press Select to view SCSI configurations.
4. Repeatedly press Select or Menu to step through the configuration displays.
Note. Although the display on the drive can only show a single line of text at a time and
displays only the selected option, the trees display all the possible options.
Note. In all cases but one, when the user changes the 9840 configuration and saves the
change, the configuration change is complete. This is not true when the user changes the
address in the 9840 by which the library addresses the drive (drive library address). In this
case the drive does not know that it has a new address until it is IPLed. The drive will keep
responding to its previous address unless it is IPLed after the address is changed.
Caution. After saving a configuration change, always IPL the drive if the library address has
also been changed.
B-4
Download from Www.Somanuals.com. All Manuals Search And Download.
9840 Menu System
View SCSI Configuration Status
Online/Offline Main Menu
Selections: “Online”
“Offline”
Default is set to online.
For viewing the configuration, the drive must be online.
1. If applicable, press Menu to access.
2. If Online is not displayed, press Select to toggle to Online.
View Configuration Main Menu
Selections: “View CFG?” (View Configuration?)
To bypass this menu and view only the software release level, press Menu twice.
Otherwise follow the instructions.
1. If applicable, press Menu once to display the menu.
2. Press Select to access: the compression status is displayed.
3. Press Select or Menu repeatedly to view the rest of the configuration status:
Data Security Erase (DSE)
SCSI ID
Target Negotiation
SCSI Bus Speed
SCSI Bus Width
SCSI Emulation Mode
Library Address
CSL Mode
4. Press Menu or Select to go to the Exit Menu.
5. Press Menu to repeat viewing or Select to go to the next level, Software Release
Level Menu.
Software Level View Menu
Selections: none
Display shows Rx.yy.zzzc where:
x = major revision number
yy = minor revision number
B-6
Download from Www.Somanuals.com. All Manuals Search And Download.
9840 Menu System
View SCSI Configuration Status
zzz = the integration number
c = channel type (s=scsi, e=escon, f=fibre)
1. If applicable, press Menu once to display the software level.
2. Press Menu again to go to the Exit Menu.
Main Exit Menu
Selections: “Exit Menu?”
This menu gives you the opportunity to repeat the operations.
1. If applicable, press Menu to access.
2. To repeat the operation, press Menu: this takes you to the beginning.
3. To exit the operation, press Select.
B-7
Download from Www.Somanuals.com. All Manuals Search And Download.
9840 Menu System
SCSI Configuration Menu
“OffLn Pend” and OnLn Pend” may display while waiting for a system response of
diagnostics completion:
1. If applicable, press Menu to access.
2. To go online and exit operations:
a. Press Select to toggle to Online.
b. Press Menu repeatedly until “Exit Menu?” displays.
c. Press Select to exit.
3. To change configuration or perform special operations:
a. Press Select to toggle to Offline.
b. Press Menu to exit to next menu.
Configuration Main Menu (Entry Point to Configuration Sub-
Menus)
Selections: “Chng CFG?” (Change Configuration)
This is the entry point to the configuration sub-menus: when selected, the configuration
status for Compress Mode, next, is immediately available.
1. If applicable, press Menu to access.
2. Press Select to enter Configuration sub-menus, OR press Menu to bypass and go
to next main menu: next main menu is Drive Main Menu.
Compress Mode Sub-Menu In Configuration Main Menu
Selections: “CMPRSS Off” (Compress Mode Off)
“CMPRSS Yes” (Compress Mode Yes)
“CMPRSS No” (Compress Mode No)
Defaults to the last saved selection.
When Off, does not allow data compression: host request has no effect.
When Yes, the default is data compression: host can request no data compression.
When No, the default is no data compression: host can request data compression.
Press Select until the desired option appears.
Press Menu to exit to the next sub-menu.
B-9
Download from Www.Somanuals.com. All Manuals Search And Download.
9840 Menu System
SCSI Configuration Menu
DSE Mode Sub-Menu In Configuration Main Menu
Selections: “Full DSE Y” (Full Data Security Erase Yes)
“Full DSE N” (Full Data Security Erase No)
Defaults to last saved selection.
Full DSE Yes allows full Data Security Erase of all tracks; it consumes much time.
Full DSE No writes information on the media that notifies the drive that no valid data
exists beyond this point; it is quicker.
1. If applicable, press Menu to access.
2. Press Select until the desired option displays.
3. Press Menu to exit to the next sub-menu.
SCSI ID Sub-Menu In Configuration Main Menu
Selections: “SCSI ID x”
Defaults to the last saved selection.
Establishes SCSI ID of drive. Provided address range is 0-7 for a narrow channel an 0-
F for a wide channel.
1. If applicable, press Menu to access.
2. Press Select to increment counter to ID value.
3. Press Menu to exit to the next sub-menu.
SCSI Target Negotiation Mode Sub-Menu In Configuration
Main Menu
Selections: “Targ Neg Y” (Target Negotiation Yes)
“Targ Neg N” (Target Negotiation No)
Defaults to the last saved selection.
When Yes is chosen, it allows drive control unit to initiate negotiations with host and to
clarify SCSI transmission speed, in case the host had not done so.
1. If applicable, press Menu to access.
2. Press Select until the desired option displays.
3. Press Menu to exit to the next sub-menu.
B-10
Download from Www.Somanuals.com. All Manuals Search And Download.
9840 Menu System
SCSI Configuration Menu
SCSI Bus Speed Sub-Menu In Configuration Main Menu
Selections: “SCSI Ultra” (fastest)
“SCSI Fast”
“SCSI Slow” (slowest)
Defaults to last saved selection.
Selects ultra, fast or slow channel transmission speed for drive, to match drive with
host capabilities:
1. If applicable, press Menu to access.
2. Press Select until the desired option displays.
3. Press Menu to exit to next sub-menu.
SCSI Bus Width Sub-Menu In Configuration Main Menu
Selections: “SCSI 16 Bit” (wide bus)
“SCSI 8 Bit” (narrow bus)
Defaults to last saved selection.
Selects 8- or 16-bit channel width for drive, to match drive with host configuration.
1. If applicable, press Menu to access.
2. Press Select to toggle the selections.
3. Press Menu to exit to the next sub-menu.
Tape Bar (Tape Usage Bar Chart) in Configuration Main
Menu
Selections: “Tape Bar Y” (The tape usage bar chart is wanted to be displayed.)
“Tape Bar N” (The tape usage bar chart is not wanted to be displayed.)
Selects or deselects bar-charts that show how much tape is written and how much tape
has been read. See a detailed description under “Tape Bar Chart Explanation.”
1. If applicable, press Menu to access.
2. Press Select until the desired option displays.
3. Press Menu to exit to the next sub-menu.
B-11
Download from Www.Somanuals.com. All Manuals Search And Download.
9840 Menu System
SCSI Configuration Menu
Language Selection in Configuration Main Menu
Selections: “Language?” (What language does the user want to select?)
Selects one of several operator display languages: English, Espanioles, Francais,
Italiano, or Deutcher.
1. If applicable, press Menu to access.
2. Press Select until the desired option displays.
3. Press Menu to exit to the next sub-menu.
Emulation Mode Sub-Menu In Configuration Main Menu
Selections: “Emul XXX” (Emulation Mode XXX)
Defaults to last saved selection.
Default is always “Emul STD” unless informed otherwise. Do not use a selection other
than STD unless instructed to do so by STK Engineering.
Caution. There is also an “Emul STD’s” selection. Do not use this selection unless instructed
to do so by STK Engineering.
1. If applicable, press Menu to access.
2. Press Select until the desired option displays.
3. Press Menu to exit to the next sub-menu.
Library Address Sub-Menu In Configuration Main Menu
Selections: “Lib Adr Yz” (Library Address with Nibble Y flashing)
“Lib Adr yZ” (Library Address with Nibble Z flashing)
Defaults to last saved selection.
For 9710, and 9740 libraries, the addresses of all drives are 00. In each 9310 library
cabinet, looking at the back of the drives, the address sequence is:
Left column from top:0 through 9
•
•
Right column from top: A through 13
Caution. After saving the configuration change, always IPL the drive if its library address has
also been changed.
1. If applicable, press Menu once to access, or twice if wishing to bypass. If not
bypassing:
2. Press Select for Y nibble: Y will flash.
3. Press Select to increment Y nibble to the desired value.
B-12
Download from Www.Somanuals.com. All Manuals Search And Download.
9840 Menu System
SCSI Configuration Menu
4. Press Menu to advance to Z nibble: Z will flash.
5. Press Select to increment Z nibble to the desired value.
6. Press Menu to observe the whole address.
7. If okay, press Menu again to exit to the next sub-menu.
8. If it is not okay, press Select to repeat the process.
Save Configuration Sub-Menu In Configuration Main Menu
Selections: “Save CFG?” (Save Configuration?)
Displays: “Save Fails”
This Sub-Menu displays only if drive is offline AND the drive configuration was
changed.
1. If applicable, press Menu to access.
2. To save and go to the configuration exit menu, press Select:
3. “Saving CFG” displays for 2 seconds.
4. “Save Fails” displays for RAM problems: see Table A-2 in Appendix A for
instructions.
5. To not save and go to the configuration exit menu, press Menu.
Exit Configuration Sub-Menu In Configuration Main Menu
Selections: “Exit CFG?” (Exit Configuration?)
This submenu gives the user the opportunity to repeat the configuration.
1. If applicable, press Menu to access.
2. To repeat, edit, or review the configuration, press Menu (goes to Compress Mode,
which is the first configuration Sub-Menu).
3. To exit the menu system:
a. Press Select.
b. Press Menu repeatedly until “Exit Menu?” shows.
Main Exit Main Menu
Selections: “Exit Menu?”
This menu gives the user the opportunity to return the drive online, and stay in or exit
the menu system.
1. If applicable, press Menu to access.
B-13
Download from Www.Somanuals.com. All Manuals Search And Download.
9840 Menu System
Drive Operations Menu
2. To return to the Online/Offline Main Menu to return drive to online and exit:
a. Press Menu.
b. Return to the Online/Offline Menu at the beginning of this table.
3. To exit the menu system without returning the drive to online, press Select.
Drive Operations Menu
Figure B-6. Drive Operations Menu
B-14
Download from Www.Somanuals.com. All Manuals Search And Download.
9840 Menu System
Drive Operations Menu
Online/Offline Main Menu
Selections: “Online”
“Offline”
Defaults to Online.
“OffLn Pend”, “OnLn Pend” may display while waiting for system response or
diagnostics completion.
1. If applicable, press Menu to access.
2. To go online and exit operations:
a. Press Select to toggle to Online.
b. Press Menu repeatedly until “Exit Menu?” shows.
c. Press Select to exit.
3. To change configuration or to do special operations:
a. Press Select to toggle to Offline.
Press Menu several times to reach the Drive Main Menu.
Drive Main Menu
Selections: “Drv Menu?” (Drive Menu?)
This is the entry point to the drive Sub-Menus.
1. If applicable, press Menu to access.
2. Press Select to enter the drive Sub-Menus, OR press Menu to bypass the drive
menus.
Code Update Sub-Menu In Drive Main Menu
Selections: “IPL From Tp” (Initial Program Load Drive from New Firmware Tape)
Displays: “CodUpFailsx” (Code Update Fail Number x)
This selection updates the firmware in the drive from the firmware tape inserted in
drive.
1. Press Menu to bypass. If not bypassing:
2. Press Select to activate: if a tape is present in the drive it will be ejected.
3. When “Ld IPL TP” displays, insert write-protected firmware tape with desired code.
When done, the drive automatically ejects tape, IPL’s, and comes online.
B-15
Download from Www.Somanuals.com. All Manuals Search And Download.
9840 Menu System
Drive Operations Menu
Dump Tape Sub-Menu In Drive Main Menu
Selections: “MakeDumpTp” (Make Dump Tape)
Displays: “DmpCrFailx” (Dump Create Fail Number x)
This selection copies the firmware from the drive to tape. This tape may be used to
update other drives using the Code Update Sub-Menu.
1. If applicable, press Menu once to access, or twice to bypass. If not bypassing:
Press Select to activate: if a tape is present in the drive it will be ejected.
2. When “Ld Dump Tp” display, insert write enabled tape: old data on tape will be
erased.
3. When tape ejects, insert another, or press Menu to exit to next sub-menu.
Create Code Update Sub-Menu In Drive Main Menu
Selections: “MakeCodeTp” (Make Code Tape)
Displays: “CodCrFailx” (Code Create Fail Number x)
This selection copies the firmware from the drive to tape. This tape may be used to
update other drives using the Code Update Sub-Menu.
1. If applicable, press Menu once to access, or twice to bypass. If not bypassing:
2. Press Select to activate: if a tape is present in the drive, it will be ejected.
3. When “Ld Code Tp” displays, insert write enabled tape: old data on tape will be
erased.
4. When tape ejects, insert another, or press Menu to exit to next sub-menu.
Reclaim Tape Sub-Menu In Drive Main Menu
Selections: “MakeDataTp” (Make Data Tape)
Displays: “DatCrFailx” (Data Create Fail Number x)
This selection reformats tapes so they can be reused as normal data tapes--referred to
as “reclaiming.”
Drive Exit Sub-Menu In Drive Main Menu
Selections: “Exit Drv?” (Exit Drive?)
This sub-menu allows the user to repeat the drive menu or exit.
1. If applicable, press Menu to access.
2. To return to Code Update Sub-Menu (beginning of Drive Main Menu), press Menu.
3. To exit menu system:
B-16
Download from Www.Somanuals.com. All Manuals Search And Download.
9840 Menu System
Tape Bar-Chart Explanation
a. Press Select.
b. Press Menu repeatedly until “Exit Menu?” is displayed.
Main Exit Main Menu
Selections: “Exit Menu?”
This menu gives the user the opportunity to return the drive to online and exit the menu
system.
1. If applicable, press Menu to access.
2. To return to the Online/Offline Main Menu to return drive to online and exit:
a. Press Menu.
b. Return to the online/offline menu at the beginning of this table.
3. To exit the menu system without returning the drive to online, press Select.
Tape Bar-Chart Explanation
The tape bar-chart displays two horizontal bars, one showing how much tape has been
written, and the other showing how much tape has been read. When selected from the
menu, these bars are shown during read and write operations and when the drive is
Ready (idle) Mode. The bar display alternates with the Write, Read, and Ready display
depending on the present mode of the drive.
The bar gets its information from the MIR (Media Information Region) on the tape. This
information is written to tape when the tape is unloaded. If this information is bad, the
bar will not display. To rewrite the MIR information, the host must read the entire tape
and then unload it.
The displayed bars use all ten display segments on the operator panel. Each segment
is usually employed to a display number, letter, or symbol, but in “Bar Mode,” all ten
segments are used together to display the horizontal bars.
Each segment has seven vertical dots and five horizontal dots. There are fifty dots the
entire length of the display, so that each dot represents 2% travel and each segment
represents 10% travel of the bars.
Three rows of dots in the middle of the display represent the read bar and the two
outer rows on each side represent the write bar. However, where the read bar has not
B-17
Download from Www.Somanuals.com. All Manuals Search And Download.
9840 Menu System
Examples of Menu Operations
Figure B-7. Tape Bar Chart
The write bar is in the shaded area. It has a matrixed pattern: only every other dot is
lighted. It shows the tape is 50% written.
The read bar is inside the write bar in the unshaded area to the left. The bar shows up
as an unlit single row lined with a solid-lighted row on each side. It shows that the tape
is 24% read.
Examples of Menu Operations
To become familiar with the functions of the operator panel menus, these pages
provide sample procedures.
How to enter the Menu system
1. Enter the menu system by pressing the Menu switch once.
a. Observe the display and ensure that it shows “Online” or “Offline.”
b. If the display does not show “Online” or “Offline,” then the user is already in the
menu system: see “How to Repeat or Exit the Menu System” for instructions on
how to exit.
B-18
Download from Www.Somanuals.com. All Manuals Search And Download.
9840 Menu System
How to View Drive Configuration of Software Level
2. If the user is in the Online/Offline menu and the unit is online, press the Select
switch once to change to Offline.
3. Press the Menu switch to go to the next menu subject, which is Configuration
Menu Processing.
Once in the menu system, the user can follow the display prompts, or follow the
instructions in the “SCSI Configuration Menu” section.
How to View Drive Configuration of Software Level
1. Enter the menu system by pressing the Menu switch once.
a. Observe the display and ensure that it shows “Online” or “Offline.”
2. If Offline, press the Select switch once to change to Online.
3. Press the Menu switch to go to the Configuration Main Menu. The display will
show “View CFG?”
a. To view the software release level only:
1. Press Menu once more,
2. Go to Step 4.
b. To view the drive configuration first:
1. Press Select,
2. Press Menu or Select repeatedly to see all the drive configurations, until
the user reaches the Configuration Exit Menu.
c. At the Configuration Exit Menu:
1. Press Menu to repeat the viewing, or,
2. Press Select to exit the Software Release Menu.
4. View the software release level. The format is:
Rx.yy.zzzc
Where:
x = major revision number
yy = minor revision number
zzz = the integration number
c = channel type (s = SCSI, e = Escon, f = Fibre)
5. After viewing the software release level, press Menu to exit the Main Exit Menu:
see “How to Repeat of Exit the Menu System,” for instructions on how to exit.
B-19
Download from Www.Somanuals.com. All Manuals Search And Download.
9840 Menu System
How to Save, Abort, or Repeat Configuration
Changes
How to Save, Abort, or Repeat Configuration Changes
Note. The “saving” option is available only when exiting from the Configuration Main Menu if
any configuration menu item was changed. If the configuration wasn’t changed, the saving
option is bypassed.
After the user has made changes in the configuration selections:
1. Press the Menu switch repeatedly until the configuration save menu is reached.
The display will show “Save CFG?”
2. Choose from the following as applicable:
a. To save and exit:
Press Select to save: “Saving CFG” is displayed for about two seconds.
Press Select again to exit to the next main menu.
b. To abort changes, keep the original configuration, and exit:
Press Menu to not save the changes.
Press Select to exit to the next main menu.
c. To abort changes and repeat configuration editing:
Press Menu to not save the changes.
Press Menu again to repeat the configuration editing.
How to Repeat or Exit the Menu System
When the user is finished with the menu operations:
1. If applicable, press the Menu switch repeatedly until the next exit menu is reached.
The display will show “Exit CFG?”, “Exit Drv?”, or “Exit Menu?”
If the user is at the “Exit CFG?” or “Exit Drv?” Menu
1. To repeat to the previous menu, press Menu.
2. To exit to the next main menu, press Select.
3. If the user wished to exit all menus, press Menu repeatedly until the main exit is
reached. “Exit Menu?” will be displayed.
If the User is at the “Exit Menu?” (Main Exit Menu):
1. To return to the menu system or place a drive online:
a. Press Menu: “Offline” will usually be displayed.
b. To change to Online and exit menu mode:
B-20
Download from Www.Somanuals.com. All Manuals Search And Download.
9840 Menu System
Example of Menu Selection: SCSI Bus Speed Mode
c. To return to the menu system, press Menu.
1. Press Select to toggle drive online/offline status.
2. Press Menu repeatedly until “Exit Menu?” is displayed, then press Select
to exit.
2. To exit menu mode altogether without changing drive online/offline status, press
Select.
3. If the user exited, observe the display. When the user exits Menu mode, a drive
status indication such as these is shown:
A Ready message (indicating that the drive is online and loaded)
•
•
•
An asterisk (indicating that the drive is online but not loaded)
An Offline message alternating with an asterisk (indicating the drive is offline)
Example of Menu Selection: SCSI Bus Speed Mode
1. Enter the Menu system and take the drive offline.
2. Repeatedly press Menu until the Configuration Main Menu is reached. “Change
CFG?” will be displayed.
3. Press Select to enter the Configuration Main Menu.
4. Repeatedly press the Menu switch until the display shows “SCSI Ultra,” “SCSI
Fast,” or “SCSI Slow.” What shows is the current selection.
5. To change the current selection, press the Select switch until the desired display is
reached. What shows now is the new unsaved selection.
6. Press Menu as necessary to reach the configuration save menu: “Save CFG?” will
be displayed.
7. Choose from the following as applicable:
a. To save the changes and exit:
Press Select to save: “Saving CFG” is displayed for about two seconds.
Press Select again to exit to the next main menu.
b. To abort the changes, keep the original configuration, and exit:
Press Menu to not save.
Press Select to exit to the next main menu.
c. To not save and repeat configuration editing:
Press Menu to not save.
Press Menu again to repeat configuration editing (return to Step 2).
B-21
Download from Www.Somanuals.com. All Manuals Search And Download.
9840 Menu System
Example of Menu Selection: Enable/Disable
Compression
8. If exiting, press Menu as necessary to reach the Main Exit Menu: “Exit Menu?” will
be displayed.
9. Press Menu to return to the Online/Offline Menu: “Offline” will be displayed.
10. Press Select to toggle from Offline to Online.
11. Press Menu to exit to the menu system.
Example of Menu Selection: Enable/Disable Compression
1. Enter the Menu system and take the drive offline.
2. Repeatedly press Menu until the Configuration Main Menu is reached. “Chng
CFG?” will be displayed.
3. Press Select to enter the Configuration Main Menu.
4. Repeatedly press the Menu switch until the display shows “CMPRSS Off,”
“CMPRSS Yes,” or “CMPRSS No.” What shows is the current selection. See
the “SCSI Configuration Menu” section for an explanation of these choices.
5. To change the current selection, press the Select switch until the desired display is
reached. What shows now is the new unsaved selection.
6. Press Menu as necessary to reach the configuration save menu: “Save CFG?” will
be displayed.
7. Choose from the following as applicable:
8. If exiting, press Menu as necessary to reach the Main Exit Menu: “Exit Menu?” will
be displayed.
9. Press Menu to return to the Online/Offline Menu: “Offline” will be displayed.
10. Press Select to toggle from Offline to Online.
11. Press Menu to exit the menu system.
B-22
Download from Www.Somanuals.com. All Manuals Search And Download.
C
Installing and Configuring the Tape
Drive for the NonStop NS-Series
Server
This section contains:
Overview
A Fibre Channel to SCSI router must be used to connect the 9840 tape drive to the
Fibre Channel ServerNet Adapter (FCSA) on the HP NonStop NS-series server.
Figure C-1 shows how the 9840 tape drive is connected to the server by using the
router.
Note. For Installation and Configuration information for the NonStop S-series server, see the
CT9840-3 Installation and User’s Guide.
C-1
Download from Www.Somanuals.com. All Manuals Search And Download.
Installing and Configuring the Tape Drive for the
NonStop NS-Series Server
Overview
Figure C-1. Hardware Configuration
9840 Tape Drive
SCSI Cable
Fibre Channel to
SCSI Router
FCSA
Fiber Cable
NonStop NS-Series
Server
For more information on the router, refer to the M8201 Fibre Channel to SCSI Router
Installation and User’s Guide.
C-2
Download from Www.Somanuals.com. All Manuals Search And Download.
Installing and Configuring the Tape Drive for the
NonStop NS-Series Server
Installation
Installation
1. Connect the small end of the SCSI cable to the Fibre Channel to SCSI router on
Table C-1. SCSI Cable Part Numbers and Descriptions
Product
Number
Part
Number
Description
520-001
520-003
520-010
520-015
520-020
520-023
529794-001
529795-001
529796-001
529797-001
529798-001
529799-001
CBA, 1 meter, VHDCI 68P to HD 68P, HVD SCSI Cable
CBA, 3 meter, VHDCI 68P to HD 68P, HVD SCSI Cable
CBA, 10 meter, VHDCI 68P to HD 68P, HVD SCSI Cable
CBA, 15 meter, VHDCI 68P to HD 68P, HVD SCSI Cable
CBA, 20 meter, VHDCI 68P to HD 68P, HVD SCSI Cable
CBA, 23 meter, VHDCI 68P to HD 68P, HVD SCSI Cable
Figure C-2. SCSI Cable
2. Tighten the screws by hand to secure the cable to the unit. Do not use a
screwdriver.
C-3
Download from Www.Somanuals.com. All Manuals Search And Download.
Installing and Configuring the Tape Drive for the
NonStop NS-Series Server
Installation
3. Connect one end of the fiber cable to the small form-factor pluggable (SFP) on the
4. Attach the power cord to the Fibre Channel to SCSI router’s AC power receptacle
Note. The router does not have protection against lightning surges. Customers located in high
risk areas should use external surge protection rated for use in their location and be able to
handle the power demand of the router.
Figure C-3. Front View of the Fibre Channel to SCSI Router
Figure C-4. Rear View of the Fibre Channel to SCSI Router
Port 0
Port 1
Power
Switch
Small Form-Factor
Pluggable (SFP)
AC Power
Receptacle
C-4
Download from Www.Somanuals.com. All Manuals Search And Download.
Installing and Configuring the Tape Drive for the
NonStop NS-Series Server
Installation
5. Connect the larger end of the SCSI cable to SCSI port 1 on the rear panel of the
Figure C-5. Front View of the Tape Drive
Note. Tape drives are preconfigured to SCSI ID 5.
C-5
Download from Www.Somanuals.com. All Manuals Search And Download.
Installing and Configuring the Tape Drive for the
NonStop NS-Series Server
Installation
Figure C-6. Rear View of the Tape Drive
Port 2
Port 1
AC Power
Receptacle
Power Switch
6. Tighten the screws by hand to secure the cable to the unit. Do not use a
screwdriver.
location.
8. Tighten the screws by hand to secure the terminator to the tape drive. Do not use a
screwdriver.
location), and then plug the other end into an AC power outlet.
Note. The tape drive does not have protection against lightning surges. Customers in high risk
areas should use external surge protection rated for use in their location and be able to handle
the power demand of the tape drive.
C-6
Download from Www.Somanuals.com. All Manuals Search And Download.
Installing and Configuring the Tape Drive for the
NonStop NS-Series Server
Installation
10. Connect the other end of the fiber cable to the Fibre Channel ServerNet adapter
FCSA.
Figure C-7. View of Two FCSAs at the Rear of the Server
C-7
Download from Www.Somanuals.com. All Manuals Search And Download.
Installing and Configuring the Tape Drive for the
NonStop NS-Series Server
Configuration
The fiber cable is a multimode/short wave fiber optic cable. This cable is normally
an orange color.
Table C-2. Fiber Cables
Connector
LC - LC
Fiber Cable
50/125 µm
Fiber Cable Distance
2-300 meters (6.56-984.25 feet)
3-150 meters (9.84-492.13 feet)
LC - LC
62.5/125 µm
wait for it to perform its power-on-self-test (POST).
12. Power on the router, and then wait for it to perform its power-on-self-test (POST).
Configuration
1. In SCF, issue this command:
SCF> ADD TAPE $tape, SENDTO STORAGE, LOCATION (group, module,
slot), SAC sac-id, PORTNAME 64-bit-portname, LUN lun-id
Example:
SCF> ADD TAPE $TAPE1, SENDTO STORAGE, LOCATION (110,2,3), SAC
1, PORTNAME 100000E00C00F000,LUN 1
Note. The LUN in SCF should be 1 for the tape drive that is on bus 0. The LUN in SCF should
be 3 for the tape drive that is on bus 1.
Note. PORTNAME in SCF corresponds to the WWP name of the router. This name is located
on the back of the device.
Figure C-8. Rear View of the Fibre Channel to SCSI Router
WWN Name
WWP Name
Ethernet MAC ID
(Physical Address)
WWNN: 100000E00200F000
WWPN: 100000E00C00F000
ENET MAC ID: 00:E0:02:00:00:XY
C-8
Download from Www.Somanuals.com. All Manuals Search And Download.
Installing and Configuring the Tape Drive for the
NonStop NS-Series Server
Configuration
Note. WWN stands for World Wide Name.
Note. WWP stands for World Wide Port.
2. To start the tape drive on the server, issue this command in SCF:
SCF> START TAPE $tape
Example:
SCF> START TAPE $TAPE1
For complete details about the ADD and START commands, including command
syntax, see the SCF Reference Manual for the Storage Subsystem.
C-9
Download from Www.Somanuals.com. All Manuals Search And Download.
Installing and Configuring the Tape Drive for the
NonStop NS-Series Server
Configuration
C-10
Download from Www.Somanuals.com. All Manuals Search And Download.
Safety and Compliance
This sections contains three types of required safety and compliance statements:
Regulatory compliance
•
Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment (WEEE)
•
•
Safety
Regulatory Compliance Statements
The following regulatory compliance statements apply to the products documented by
this manual.
FCC Compliance
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class A
digital device, pursuant to part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to
provide reasonable protection against harmful interference when the equipment is
operated in a commercial environment. This equipment generates, uses, and can
radiate radio-frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the
instruction manual, may cause interference to radio communications. Operation of this
equipment in a residential area is likely to cause harmful interference in which case the
user will be required to correct the interference at his own expense.
Any changes or modifications not expressly approved by Hewlett-Packard Computer
Corporation could void the user’s authority to operate this equipment.
Canadian Compliance
This class A digital apparatus meets all the requirements of the Canadian Interference-
Causing Equipment Regulations.
Cet appareil numérique de la classe A respecte toutes les exigences du Règelment sur
le matériel brouilleur du Canada.
Statements-1
Download from Www.Somanuals.com. All Manuals Search And Download.
Safety and Compliance
Regulatory Compliance Statements
Korea MIC Compliance
Taiwan (BSMI) Compliance
Japan (VCCI) Compliance
This is a Class A product based on the standard or the Voluntary Control Council for
Interference by Information Technology Equipment (VCCI). If this equipment is used in
a domestic environment, radio disturbance may occur, in which case the user may be
required to take corrective actions.
Statements-2
Download from Www.Somanuals.com. All Manuals Search And Download.
Safety and Compliance
Regulatory Compliance Statements
European Union Notice
Products with the CE Marking comply with both the EMC Directive (89/336/EEC) and
the Low Voltage Directive (73/23/EEC) issued by the Commission of the European
Community.
Compliance with these directives implies conformity to the following European Norms
(the equivalent international standards are in parenthesis):
EN55022 (CISPR 22)—Electromagnetic Interference
•
•
•
•
EN55024 (IEC61000-4-2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 8, 11)—Electromagnetic Immunity
EN61000-3-2 (IEC61000-3-2)—Power Line Harmonics
EN61000-3-3 (IEC61000-3-3)—Power Line Flicker
EN60950 (IEC950)—Product Safety
•
Laser Compliance
This product may be provided with an optical storage device (that is, CD or DVD drive)
and/or fiber optic transceiver. Each of these devices contains a laser that is classified
as a Class 1 Laser Product in accordance with US FDA regulations and the IEC
60825-1. The product does not emit hazardous laser radiation.
WARNING: Use the controls or adjustments or performance of
procedures other than those specified herein or in the laser
product’s installation guide may result in hazardous radiation
exposure. To reduce the risk of exposure to hazardous
radiation:
Do not try to open the module enclosure. There are no
user-serviceable components inside.
•
Do not operate controls, make adjustments, or perform
procedures to the laser device other than those specified
herein.
•
Allow only HP Authorized Service technicians to repair
the module.
•
The Center for Devices and Radiological Health (CDRH) of the U.S. Food and Drug
Administration implemented regulations for laser products on August 2, 1976. These
regulations apply to laser products manufactured from August 1, 1976. Compliance is
mandatory for products marketed in the Unites States.
Statements-3
Download from Www.Somanuals.com. All Manuals Search And Download.
Safety and Compliance
SAFETY CAUTION
SAFETY CAUTION
The following icon or caution statements may be placed on equipment to indicate the
presence of potentially hazardous conditions:
DUAL POWER CORDS CAUTION:
“THIS UNIT HAS MORE THAN ONE POWER SUPPLY CORD.
DISCONNECT ALL POWER SUPPLY CORDS TO COMPLETELY
REMOVE POWER FROM THIS UNIT."
"ATTENTION: CET APPAREIL COMPORTE PLUS D'UN CORDON
D'ALIMENTATION. DÉBRANCHER TOUS LES CORDONS
D'ALIMENTATION AFIN DE COUPER COMPLÈTEMENT
L'ALIMENTATION DE CET ÉQUIPEMENT".
DIESES GERÄT HAT MEHR ALS EIN NETZKABEL. VOR DER
WARTUNG BITTE ALLE NETZKABEL AUS DER STECKDOSE
ZIEHEN.
Any surface or area of the equipment marked with these symbols
indicates the presence of electric shock hazards. The enclosed area
contains no operator-serviceable parts.
WARNING: To reduce the risk of injury from electric shock hazards, do
not open this enclosure.
DOUBLE POLE FUSING
CAUTION: DOUBLE-POLE /NEUTRAL FUSING.
ATTENTION: DOUBLE POLE/FUSIBLE SUR LE NEUTRE
NOT FOR EXTERNAL USE
CAUTION: NOT FOR EXTERNAL USE. ALL RECEPTACLES ARE FOR INTERNAL
USE ONLY.
ATTENTION: NE PAS UTILISER A L’EXTERIEUR DE L’EQUIPEMENT
IMPORTANT: TOUS LES RECIPIENTS SONT DESTINES UNIQUEMENT A UN
USAGE INTERNE.
VORSICHT: ALLE STECKDOSEN DIENEN NUR DEM INTERNEN GEBRAUCH.
Statements-4
Download from Www.Somanuals.com. All Manuals Search And Download.
Safety and Compliance
Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment (WEEE)
HIGH LEAKAGE CURRENT
To reduce the risk of electric shock due to high leakage currents, a reliable grounded
(earthed) connection should be checked before servicing the power distribution unit
(PDU).
Observe the following limits when connecting the product to AC power distribution
devices: For PDUs that have attached AC power cords or are directly wired to the
building power, the total combined leakage current should not exceed 5 percent of the
rated input current for the device.
“HIGH LEAKAGE CURRENT, EARTH CONNECTION ESSENTIAL BEFORE
CONNECTING SUPPLY”
“HOHER ABLEITSTROM. VOR INBETRIEBNAHME UNBEDINGT
ERDUNGSVERBINDUNG HERSTELLEN”
“COURANT DE FUITE E’LEVE’. RACCORDEMENT A LA TERRE INDISPENSABLE
AVANT LE RACCORDEMENT AU RESEAU”
FUSE REPLACEMENT
CAUTION – For continued protection against risk of fire, replace only with same fuse
type TCF15, Rated 600V~, 15A. Disconnect power before changing fuses.
Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment
(WEEE)
Information about the Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment (WEEE) directive can
be accessed from the left navigation area of the NTL home page: select NonStop
Computing > Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment (WEEE).
Important Safety Information
Safety information can be accessed from the left navigation area of the NTL home
page: select NonStop Computing>Important Safety Information. A document
window containing a binder of safety information, in several languages, appears. In the
document window, click a document title to open the safety information in another
language. Local HP support can also help direct you to your safety information.
Statements-5
Download from Www.Somanuals.com. All Manuals Search And Download.
Safety and Compliance
Important Safety Information
Statements-6
Download from Www.Somanuals.com. All Manuals Search And Download.
Index
Diagnostic dump
A
forcing A-4
alternates A-3
B
BACKUP 3-12
BACKUP using multiple tape
cartridges 3-15
BLOCKSIZE 3-13
E
F
C
cartridge tapes
Clean 2-5
H
I
L
Labeled tapes
using 3-11
Labeled-tape operations
disabling 3-11
enabling 3-11
D
Index-1
Download from Www.Somanuals.com. All Manuals Search And Download.
Index
M
LED 2-5
activity 2-5
power 2-5
R
service 2-5
RESTORE 3-12
M
S
SCF
N
NOUNLOAD 3-13
O
Offline 3-4
Online 3-4
Switch
Operating a tape drive manually in a tape
library A-6
Operator panel
description 2-1
display 2-7
switches 2-2
P
IPL 2-4
Index-2
Download from Www.Somanuals.com. All Manuals Search And Download.
Index
T
Menu 2-4
Select 2-4
Unload 2-3
Special Characters
T
Tape cartridge
loading 3-9
reclaiming 3-10
reformatting 3-10
unloading 3-10
using multiple cartridges with BACKUP
write-protecting 3-9
Tape libraries
using with BACKUP and
RESTORE 3-14
Tape library
U
Using BACKUP and RESTORE with tape
libraries 3-14
Using multiple tape cartridges with
V
W
Index-3
Download from Www.Somanuals.com. All Manuals Search And Download.
Index
Special Characters
Index-4
Download from Www.Somanuals.com. All Manuals Search And Download.
|
