User manual QUANTUM SCALAR 24

[. . . ] Installation and Operation Guide ADVANCED DIGITAL INFORMATION CORPORATION Scalar® 24 www. adic. com Copyright © 2002-2005 ADIC The information contained in this document is subject to change without notice. This document contains proprietary information which is protected by copyright. No part of this document may be photocopied, reproduced, or translated to another language without prior written consent of ADIC. ADIC shall not be liable for errors contained herein or for incidental or consequential damages (including lost profits) in connection with the furnishing, performance or use of this material whether based on warranty, contract, or other legal theory. [. . . ] · Storage: appears as a valid storage location to the host application (host sees 24 data slots). Recommended: Import/Export 3 Press and to select the configuration of the I/E slot. insert graphic 4 Press and then to accept the changes and move to the next option. Available options are: · on: library is split into two partitions. The host is affected (reduced slot/drive count) based on which partition it is attached to. · off: host sees entire library Recommended: off If you want to use partitioning, configure it using the Config Slots submenu. If you enable partitioning through the Setup Wizard, set the items shown in Step 12 through Step 16. 5 Press and partitioning. to enable/disable 62 Using the Menus Selection Description/Result Available options are: · on: The library automatically cleans the drives when cleaning is required. · off: AutoClean is disabled Recommended: off If you want to use AutoCleaning, configure it using the Config Slots submenu. If you enable AutoCleaning through the Setup Wizard, set the items shown in Step 7 through Step 11. 6 Press and to enable/disable AutoClean. If you do not enable AutoClean, skip to Step 12. 7 Press and then to accept the changes and move to the next option. Available options are: · Both: Cleans both partitions · Part 1: Only cleans Partition 1 · Part 2: Only cleans Partition 2 8 9 Press and AutoClean. to select the mode for Press and then to accept the changes and move to the next option. Slots 20 - 23 can be used as cleaning slots for LTO; slots 17 - 20 for SDLT. For more information, refer to Configure Cleaning Slots on page 70. 10 Press and to select the number of cleaning slots you would like to configure. If you did not enable partitioning, skip to Step 18. Scalar 24 Installation and Operation Guide 63 Selection Description/Result The slots in the magazine on the left are always Partition 1 and the slots in the magazine on the right are always Partition 2. LTO You can designate a minimum of 8 slots for each Partition (7 magazine slots and 1 rear slot). You can designate a maximum of 16 slots for Partition 1 (7 magazine slots, 8 rear slots, and the I/E slot, if configured as a data slot). You can designate a maximum of 15 slots for Partition 2 (7 magazine slots and 8 rear slots). If you configure cleaning slots, the total number of rear slots available is reduced. SDLT You can designate a minimum of 7 slots for each Partition (6 magazine slots and 1 rear slot). You can designate a maximum of 14 slots for Partition 1 (6 magazine slots, 7 rear slots, and the I/E slot, if configured as a data slot). You can designate a maximum of 13 slots for Partition 2 (6 magazine slots and 7 rear slots). If you configure cleaning slots, the total number of slots available for Partition 2 is reduced. Refer to Configure Cleaning Slots on page 70 for more information. 12 If you enabled partitioning, press and to select the number of slots for Partition 1 and Partition 2. 13 Press and then to accept the changes and move to the next option. 64 Using the Menus Selection Description/Result LTO · Random: Allows your backup software to access any tape cartridge randomly. [. . . ] This feature works with LTO drive types only. Scalar 24 Installation and Operation Guide 137 Environmental Considerations For best performance of your Scalar 24, and to minimize the chance of condensation, please observe the following guidelines: · · Install your Scalar 24 on a level surface. If you expose cartridges to temperatures outside the operating limits, (refer to Specifications), stabilize them by leaving the cartridges in the operating temperature for a minimum of two hours before you use them. Avoid temperature problems by ensuring that the Scalar 24 front and rear panels are not obstructed so that the drive has adequate ventilation. Position the Scalar 24 where the temperature is relatively stable (that is, away from open windows, fan heaters, and doors). [. . . ]