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FastStor 2 User GuideDocument Number: 6-00515-03 Rev A

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Intended Use 11SafetyRead all safety and operating instructions before operating this product. Keep this manual for future reference. This unit is eng

12 6-00515-03 Rev A• Servicing—Do not attempt to service the product beyond that described in the operating and installation instructions. All other s

Federal Communication Commission Notice (USA only) 13Federal Communication Commission Notice (USA only)To determine which classification applies to yo

14 6-00515-03 Rev A• Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected.• Consult the dealer or

CE Notice 15CE NoticeMarking by the symbol indicates compliance of this tape library to the EMC (Electromagnetic Compatibility) and Low Voltage dire

16 6-00515-03 Rev AFor Class A products based on the standard of the Voluntary Control Council for Interference by Information Technology Equipment (V

Features 17DescriptionThe FastStor 2 autoloader provides automated data storage, archival, backup, and retrieval for a range of systems from desktop w

18 6-00515-03 Rev A• Rackmount Ready—The available rackmount kit enables you to rackmount your autoloader in 2U of rack space. Switches and Indicators

Switches and Indicators 19Figure 3-2 Autoloader Rear PanelTable 3-2 Rear Panel Component NamesCallout Description1 Power connector2 Fan vent3 HD68 SCS

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Unpacking and Inspecting 21Getting StartedThis section describes how to install and set up the FastStor 2 autoloader. Unpacking and InspectingBefore y

22 6-00515-03 Rev A2. Inspect the shipping box for damage. If you notice any damage, report it to the shipping company immediately.3. Open the shippin

Autoloader SCSI Connections 23Autoloader SCSI ConnectionsThe autoloader incorporates a wide SCSI-2, Low-Voltage Differential (LVD) SCSI bus, but may a

24 6-00515-03 Rev A4. Attach the terminator to the remaining SCSI connector on the rear panel of the autoloader (if the autoloader is the last or only

Preparing the Host System 25Connecting More than one FastStor 2If you are connecting more than one autoloader on the same SCSI channel, connect each u

26 6-00515-03 Rev AIn Windows 2000™: Settings -> Control Panel -> System -> Hardware -> Device Manager -> Tape Drive and/or Media Chang

Operator Panel 27Operating the AutoloaderThis topic discusses how to operate the following FastStor 2 autoloader components.Operator PanelThe Operator

28 6-00515-03 Rev AIf the tape drive has a cartridge loaded, the top line displays Drive loaded. The cartridge currently loaded in the drive is indica

Operator Panel 29Control ButtonsThe Operator Panel includes four buttons that provide access to all operations and information menus. Table 5-2 descri

ContentsContents iiiIntroductionAudience . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

30 6-00515-03 Rev AFigure 5-3 Operator Panel Menu StructurePowering on the AutoloaderTo power-on the autoloader• Use the eraser end of a pencil or som

Working with Data Cartridges 31The autoloader powers up.Working with Data CartridgesThe following describes how to work with your data cartridges. For

32 6-00515-03 Rev A7. Repeat steps 5 and 6 as needed for any additional cartridges, and then press CANCEL when you are done importing cartridges.8. Ve

Working with Data Cartridges 33While cartridges are loading, status messages appear on the LCD screen. When the operation is complete, the Drive Stopp

34 6-00515-03 Rev AFigure 5-4 Write-Protect Switch on an LTO-1/LTO-2 CartridgeFigure 5-5 Write-Protect Switch on an Super DLTtape 1 CartridgeMaintaini

Cleaning the Tape Drive 35• The operating temperature range for LTO-1/LTO-2 cartridges is 10 to 35 degrees C. The storage temperature range is 16 to 3

36 6-00515-03 Rev A6. When tape drive cleaning is complete, the Clean Drive LED indicator turns off (if previously on) and the autoloader unloads and

Resetting the Autoloader 37Managing the Autoloader This section discusses managing the autoloader, including resetting the autoloader, setting SCSI ID

38 6-00515-03 Rev AViewing or Changing the Autoloader SCSI IDUse the following procedure to view or to modify the autoloader SCSI ID.To change the aut

Autoloader Operating Modes 39Autoloader Operating ModesThe autoloader has operational modes that affect how the autoloader loads tapes into the drive.

iv 6-00515-03 Rev AFront Panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

40 6-00515-03 Rev A3. Press + or - until the Circular Mode message appears on the LCD screen. The second line on the LCD screen indicates the current

Using System Test 41Using a Firmware Upgrade TapeThis option performs a firmware code update to the drive using a firmware upgrade tape previously cre

42 6-00515-03 Rev ARunning a System TestRunning a System Test verifies the basic operational soundness of the autoloader and tape drive. All regular b

Viewing Firmware Levels 433. Press + or – until the View Event Log message appears on the LCD screen. The LCD screen also displays the errors and even

44 6-00515-03 Rev ATo view the product version1. From the Home Screen or main menu, press + or – until Information appears on the top line of the LCD

Installation Issues 45Troubleshooting and DiagnosticsThis section contains information on troubleshooting and diagnosing your autoloader.Installation

46 6-00515-03 Rev A• Compatibility—Ensure that the autoloader is compatible with the SCSI host system adapter and backup application you plan to use.

Troubleshooting Matrix 47Tape MovementTape stuck in drive• Power cycle the autoloader, allow it to complete initialization, which in rare cases can ta

48 6-00515-03 Rev ACannot write to or read from tape • Make sure that the cartridge is write enabled (move the write-protect switch to the enabled pos

Troubleshooting Matrix 49Autoloader PerformanceThe autoloader is not efficiently backing up data• Check the network bandwidth from the host system. If

Contents vResetting the Autoloader. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37Viewi

50 6-00515-03 Rev ACleaning cartridge is incompatible• Make sure you are using an allowed cleaning cartridges (see Specifications).Expired cleaning ca

Removing Stuck Cartridges From Slots 51Removing Stuck Cartridges From SlotsIf the autoloader experiences a severe mechanical problem or if you need to

52 6-00515-03 Rev A5. Remove the top cover by lifting it from the back and easing it out from under the front panel display cover, and then lift the c

Viewing Autoloader Error Codes 538. Ensure the carrier is properly installed on the belt by gently pressing on the top of the carrier and sliding it b

54 6-00515-03 Rev A82H Device status not suitable to execute this commandIf the robotics are busy, some commands cannot be executed at the same time.

Viewing Autoloader Error Codes 55A0H to A5HCodes within this range indicate low level axis errors.A0H Belt axis error An error occurred during cartrid

56 6-00515-03 Rev AGetting HelpBefore calling ADIC Technical Assistance Center (ATAC), follow these steps - which will help you take full advantage of

Getting Help 57• Serial number of the FastStor 2 autoloader (obtained from the rear panel of the unit) • Serial number for the Firmware Revision of Au

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Physical 59SpecificationsUse the following information to learn more about the physical requirements necessary to use and store the autoloader, the ca

vi 6-00515-03 Rev ATape Drive. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

60 6-00515-03 Rev ATable 8-3 provides the capacity specifications for the FastStor 2 with an Super DLTtape 1 drive. Table 8-3 Super DLTtape 1 Autoload

Environment 61EnvironmentTable 8-5 provides the environmental requirements necessary to operate the FastStor 2.Table 8-5 Environmental SpecificationsT

62 6-00515-03 Rev ATable 8-7 provides the requirements necessary to operate a FastStor 2 configured with an Super DLTtape 1 tape drive.Table 8-7 Super

Media 63MediaRegarding media, observe these general rules:• Use only drive-appropriate formatted cartridges. Formatted cartridges contain embedded ser

64 6-00515-03 Rev ATable 8-11 provides the media requirements necessary to use the LTO -2 tape drive.Table 8-11 LTO-2 Media SpecificationsCharacterist

IndexIndex 65Aabnormal display ... 28adapter and connection guidelinesoverview ...

66 IndexEEN 55022 compliance ... 14enter button ... 29environmental requir

Index 67operator panelabnormal display ... 28cancel button ... 29control buttons

68 Indexmaintaining ... 34media requirements ... 63re-inventory ...

Audience 7IntroductionThis manual provides sufficient training information for operation of your FastStor 2 Autoloader. It is recommend that you read

8 6-00515-03 Rev AFormatting ConventionsThe following is a list of formatting conventions used throughout this document: An operator is responsible fo

Formatting Conventions 9 WARNING: SOME WORK AND MODIFICATIONS CAN ONLY BE PERFORMED WITH THE APPROPRIATE QUALIFICATIONS AND TRAINING (FOR EXAMPLE, REP