Plasmon V15 Manuel d'utilisateur

Plasmon Enterprise D User ManualPage 8 Preparing Cartridges . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Plasmon V15 AIT Tape Library User ManualPage 98 3. Connect the SCSI cables to the tape drive. CAUTIONTo avoid Damaging the tape drive, make sure the l

Maintenance and ServicePage 99If you cannot solve the problem yourself, contact your service provider or Plasmon Technical Support (seeContacting Plas

Plasmon V15 AIT Tape Library User ManualPage 100 Figure 33. Removing Rack Mount Bracket2. If the library is the only device on the rack shelf, remove

Maintenance and ServicePage 1013. From the back, slide the library off of the rack shelf. WARNINGThe library weighs approximately 40 pounds (18 kg). T

Plasmon V15 AIT Tape Library User ManualPage 102 Packing the LibraryUse the original packing materials to pack the library (shipping containers, packi

Maintenance and ServicePage 1032. Insert the empty accessory box or filler tube (if your library did not come with an accessory box) into the library

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TroubleshootingPage 105CHAPTER 9TROUBLESHOOTINGThis chapter provides troubleshooting information for the library. It provides a list of suggestions fo

Plasmon V15 AIT Tape Library User ManualPage 106 Problems with Library InstallationIf your library and application software are not communicating afte

TroubleshootingPage 107Problems with Tape Drive OperationIf you have been successfully operating the application software and library in the past, but

Table of ContentsPage 9Avoiding Interruptions. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

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Appendix APage 109APPENDIX ASPECIFICATIONSThis appendix provides overall specifications for the library, power cord requirements, SCSI cablespecificat

Plasmon V15 AIT Tape Library User ManualPage 110 Power Cord Requirements The type of AC power cord supplied with the library depends upon the configur

Appendix APage 111SCSI Cable LengthThe maximum allowable cable length for an LVD SCSI bus, including all internal and external cables, isspecified as

Plasmon V15 AIT Tape Library User ManualPage 112 The following table indicates the Ethernet port’s pin assignments and functions.Table 19. Ethernet Po

Appendix BPage 113APPENDIX BSCSI CONFIGURATIONThis appendix provides an overview of the SCSI interface and some general guidelines for connecting thel

Plasmon V15 AIT Tape Library User ManualPage 114 SCSI IDEach device on the SCSI bus must have a unique ID. The host computer uses these IDs to identif

Appendix CPage 115APPENDIX CBAR CODE LABEL SPECIFICATIONThis appendix provides specifications for creating bar code labels used on cartridges in Plasm

Plasmon V15 AIT Tape Library User ManualPage 116 EncodationRefer to the AIM Uniform Symbol USS-39 specification for the description and format of the

Appendix CPage 117Optical SpecificationThe optical specifications for the bar code labels are listed below.•Use the white calibration standard to cali

Plasmon Enterprise D User ManualPage 10 Resuming Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Plasmon V15 AIT Tape Library User ManualPage 118 Label DimensionsThe following figure shows the bar code label dimensions. Dimensions given in inches

Appendix CPage 119The following table lists the bar code label dimension specifications.Specification DimensionSymbol height 0.44 inches (11.1 mm) as

Plasmon V15 AIT Tape Library User ManualPage 120 Volume Identifier Formats•The volume identifier only uses ASCII characters A through Z (41h-5Ah), 0 t

Appendix CPage 121APPENDIX DERROR CODESThis appendix describes the error codes that appear on the library’s LCD (liquid crystal display). LCD errorcod

Plasmon V15 AIT Tape Library User ManualPage 122 The following table lists the library hardware error conditions in numerical order.Table 20. V15 Oper

Appendix CPage 12332 Barcode module failure. The barcode module is not func-tioning properly.Make sure the library and tape drives are not being used

Plasmon V15 AIT Tape Library User ManualPage 124 41 W axis failed home. The library could not move the robot to the home position on the wrist axis.Op

Appendix CPage 12573 Stepper Move Fail. The firm-ware failed to complete a step-per move. Make sure the library and tape drives are not being used by

Plasmon V15 AIT Tape Library User ManualPage 126 92 Drive Offline Error. The tar-geted drive has been taken offline and cannot service command request

Appendix CPage 127120 Drive cmd error. The tape drive failed to respond to a command from the library.Make sure the library and tape drives are not be

List of FiguresPage 11LIST OF FIGURESThe Plasmon V15 Tape Library. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Plasmon V15 AIT Tape Library User ManualPage 128 198 Robot full before command. The robot, all slots, and all drives contain a cartridge when an Initi

Appendix CPage 129214 Invalid Slot Config. The Max-imum Number of Slots is set to 1 and the last slot is config-ured as a cleaning slot.Change the Max

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IndexPage 131Aaccessories 23cartridges 23cleaning cartridges 24software 24activity LED, ethernet 54addresseselements 67ethernet 50gateway 51IP 51netwo

Plasmon V15 AIT Tape Library User ManualPage 132 Eejecting cartridge manually 83element addresses 67element indexes 66emulation mode 40environment, op

IndexPage 133Ooperating environment 109operator panelerror codes 37menus 35operator keys 37status screen 34Ppacking the library 102park and unlock for

Plasmon V15 AIT Tape Library User ManualPage 134 Uunload button 83unlock door key 37unpacking the library 22Vverify barcode checksum option 45verifyin

Contacting Plasmon To obtain technical support in the United StatesPlasmon Technical Support 1-877-585-67931-719-593-4192 (fax)e-mail support@plasmon.

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List of TablesPage 13LIST OF TABLESAccessories and Equipment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

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Product OverviewPage 15CHAPTER 1PRODUCT OVERVIEWCongratulations on selecting the Plasmon® V15 AIT-2 or AIT-3 tape library. Your new library providesun

Plasmon V15 AIT Tape Library User ManualPage 16 Library FeaturesThe Plasmon V15 library includes the following features:•Independent Small Computer Sy

Product OverviewPage 17Library ComponentsThis section provides an overview of the library components.Front Panel Components Figure 3. V15 Front Panel

Plasmon V15 AIT Tape Library User ManualPage 18 Back Panel Components Figure 4. V15 Back Panel Components• Drive carrier. Accessible from the back pa

Product OverviewPage 19Internal Components Figure 5. V15 Internal ComponentsWARNINGRemoving a drive or access panel with the library powered on mayr

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Hardware InstallationPage 21CHAPTER 2HARDWARE INSTALLATIONThis chapter describes how to install the library hardware, which includes the following ste

Plasmon V15 AIT Tape Library User ManualPage 22 Unpacking the Library 1. Remove the library from the packing materials, as shown in the unpacking step

Hardware InstallationPage 23Obtaining Accessories and EquipmentMake certain you have all the accessories and equipment for library operation, as indic

Plasmon V15 AIT Tape Library User ManualPage 24 Selecting Cleaning CartridgesThe Sony AIT tape drives do not require periodic cleaning with a separate

Hardware InstallationPage 25WARNINGBefore performing any installation or maintenance procedures, besure that the library power switch is in the off po

Plasmon V15 AIT Tape Library User ManualPage 26 2. Make sure the write-protect switches on the cartridges are set correctly, as shown in the following

Hardware InstallationPage 272. If you plan to use a cleaning cartridge to clean the tape drive, place a cleaning cartridge in the fixed slot closest t

PrefacePage 1PREFACECopyrightCopyright 2003 by Plasmon. All rights reserved. This item and the information contained herein are theproperty of Plasmon

Plasmon V15 AIT Tape Library User ManualPage 28 Installing Cartridges in Magazine1. Install cartridges in the magazine so that the write-protect switc

Hardware InstallationPage 29Connecting the Library to the SCSI BusThis section provides general guidelines for connecting the library to the SCSI bus.

Plasmon V15 AIT Tape Library User ManualPage 30 To Connect the library to the SCSI Bus:1. Connect the host computer’s SCSI cable to one of the library

Hardware InstallationPage 31Connecting the Power Cord The type of AC power cord supplied with the library depends upon the configuration ordered, and

Plasmon V15 AIT Tape Library User ManualPage 32 Powering on the Library To power on the library:1. Make sure the library’s door is closed and latched.

ConfigurationPage 33CHAPTER 3CONFIGURATIONThis chapter provides steps for configuring the library, as follows:•Start by reading the first section, Usi

Plasmon V15 AIT Tape Library User ManualPage 34 Using the Operator Panel The library includes a two-line LCD and keypad, called the operator panel, wh

ConfigurationPage 35MenusTo access the menus, press [MENU] from the keypad. The first selection to display is “CartridgeInventory.” You can then press

Plasmon V15 AIT Tape Library User ManualPage 36 The Main Menu selections are described in the following table.Table 2. Main Menu Selections MenuSelec

ConfigurationPage 37Operator KeysUse the operator keys to perform the following actions:Table 3. Operator Keys Error CodesIf a hardware error occurs,

Plasmon V15 AIT Tape Library User ManualPage 2 Safety Agency StandardsThe Plasmon V15 library complies with the following domestic and international p

Plasmon V15 AIT Tape Library User ManualPage 38 Table 4. Library Configuration Options ConfigurationOptionDescriptionSCSI Menu:SCSI IDs Setting SCSI

ConfigurationPage 39Setting the SCSI IDsThis section describes how to view the default SCSI IDS for the library and change them, if necessary. NOTEThe

Plasmon V15 AIT Tape Library User ManualPage 40 Setting the Emulation ModeThis section describes how to configure the library so that it emulates an E

ConfigurationPage 413. Press the down arrow key until “SCSI Parity” displays, as shown below. This screen shows whether parity is enabled (1) or disab

Plasmon V15 AIT Tape Library User ManualPage 42 Setting the Autoclean OptionThe Autoclean option allows the library to automatically perform the clean

ConfigurationPage 43Setting the Clean Cycles Left OptionThe Clean Cycles Left option is a counter that tracks the number of times a cleaning cartridge

Plasmon V15 AIT Tape Library User ManualPage 44 Setting the POST BarCode Scan OptionWhen the POST Barcode Scan option is enabled, the library automati

ConfigurationPage 45Setting the Verify Barcode Checksums Option If you use barcode labels that contain checksum characters, you should enable the Veri

Plasmon V15 AIT Tape Library User ManualPage 46 Setting the LCD Security OptionThe library’s security option allows you to prevent unauthorized person

ConfigurationPage 472. Press [ENTER]. An informational message displays, then the following screen appears. 3. Use the left and right arrow keys to m

PrefacePage 3.The lower label in the figure above is on the bottom of the laser scanner enclosure internal to the library,and is not visible unless th

Plasmon V15 AIT Tape Library User ManualPage 48 Checking the SetupAfter you install the library hardware and configure the library, check the setup by

Ethernet ConfigurationPage 49CHAPTER 4ETHERNET CONFIGURATIONAs an option, your library may include an Ethernet connection, which can be used to remote

Plasmon V15 AIT Tape Library User ManualPage 50 Setting Ethernet AddressesThis section describes how to set the network addresses that enable the libr

Ethernet ConfigurationPage 51Table 5. Ethernet Configuration Options Ethernet AddressDescriptionNetwork Address Selects the method used to set the Int

Plasmon V15 AIT Tape Library User ManualPage 52 Viewing the Ethernet Security ScreensThe Ethernet security screens allow you to view the read-only val

Ethernet ConfigurationPage 53The following table describes each Ethernet security screen.Table 6. Ethernet Security Screens Connecting the Ethernet Ca

Plasmon V15 AIT Tape Library User ManualPage 54 To connect the Ethernet cable: 1. Insert one end of the cable into the Ethernet port until you hear it

Library OperationPage 55CHAPTER 5LIBRARY OPERATIONThis chapter describes the following library operations you may need to perform:Replacing cartridges

Plasmon V15 AIT Tape Library User ManualPage 56 Replacing Cartridges and the MagazineThis section describes how to replace cartridges and the magazine

Library OperationPage 57Replacing the Magazine1. From inside the door, remove the magazine by grasping the handle and pulling it straight out, as show

Plasmon V15 AIT Tape Library User ManualPage 4 Product Warranty CautionThe Plasmon® V15 library is warranted free from defects in materials, parts, an

Plasmon V15 AIT Tape Library User ManualPage 58 Closing the Front Door1. Close the front door. Make certain the door closes completely so the door loc

Library OperationPage 59Control modes are described in the following table. Table 7. Robot Control Modes To change the control mode: 1. If the securit

Plasmon V15 AIT Tape Library User ManualPage 60 Operating the Library in Sequential ModeWhen the library is operating in Sequential mode, its internal

Library OperationPage 61Before restarting, the library performs the following actions:1. If the robot is moving a cartridge, it finishes the move. (Th

Plasmon V15 AIT Tape Library User ManualPage 62 6. Press the down arrow key to display the Restart Option screen. The screen shows whether the Restart

Library OperationPage 63Viewing the Cartridge InventoryThe Cartridge Inventory screens allow you to view information the library maintains for each st

Plasmon V15 AIT Tape Library User ManualPage 64 Table 10. Cartridge Inventory Fields Cartridge Inventory FieldDescriptionIndex: Displays the element i

Library OperationPage 65Source: Displays the index of the last storage element from which the cartridge was moved. If the Source displays “255”, the c

Plasmon V15 AIT Tape Library User ManualPage 66 Resetting the LibraryTo reset the library, you can use one of the following methods:•Press [RESET] fro

Library OperationPage 67The following diagram shows the element index assignments for the library. Figure 25. V15 Element IndexesElement AddressesYou

PrefacePage 5HOW TO USE THIS MANUALFirst Time InstallationIf you are installing the library for the first time, refer to the following chapters:• Chap

Plasmon V15 AIT Tape Library User ManualPage 68 5. Press [ENTER]. The following screen appears. 6. Use the up or down arrow keys to indicate whether y

Library OperationPage 695. Use the up or down arrow keys to select one of the tests (described in the following table), then press [ENTER].6. When the

Plasmon V15 AIT Tape Library User ManualPage 70 Displaying Library InformationThis section describes how to view the following library information:•Co

Library OperationPage 712. Press [ENTER]. The screen displays the library code version. Press the down arrow key twice until “System Statistics” displ

Plasmon V15 AIT Tape Library User ManualPage 72 Viewing System SensorsThe System Sensors screen enables you to check the current status of the library

Library OperationPage 73The following table describes the information in the System Sensors screens.Table 13. System Sensor Screens System Sensor Desc

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Tape Drive OperationPage 75CHAPTER 6TAPE DRIVE OPERATIONThis chapter describes how to perform the following tasks:•Monitoring the tape drive status•Cl

Plasmon V15 AIT Tape Library User ManualPage 76 Monitoring Tape Drive StatusYou can monitor the status of the tape drives in several ways:•Reading the

Tape Drive OperationPage 77 Figure 27. AIT-3 Tape Drive Status IndicatorsThe following table describes some of the AIT-3 tape drive LED states. For a

Plasmon V15 AIT Tape Library User ManualPage 6 Conventions Used in This ManualThis manual uses the following conventions:[ENTER] Boxed text indicates

Plasmon V15 AIT Tape Library User ManualPage 78 Viewing the Drive Display ScreensYou can view additional information about the drive’s status from the

Tape Drive OperationPage 79The following table lists some messages that can appear for the selected AIT tape drive.Table 16. Drive Display MessagesVie

Plasmon V15 AIT Tape Library User ManualPage 80 3. Use the up or down key to select the drive menu from which you want information. Press [ENTER]. A s

Tape Drive OperationPage 81Cleaning the Tape DriveWhen a drive does require cleaning, the library displays a cleaning message on the Status Screen. Yo

Plasmon V15 AIT Tape Library User ManualPage 82 5. Press [ENTER]. The Drive 1 menu appears. 6. Use the up or down arrow key to select the menu for the

Tape Drive OperationPage 83Ejecting a Cartridge ManuallyIf a problem occurs that requires intervention, you may need to eject a cartridge from the tap

Plasmon V15 AIT Tape Library User ManualPage 84 Resetting a Tape DriveResetting a tape drive causes the drive to perform its power-on self-test and re

Diagnostics and FirmwarePage 85CHAPTER 7DIAGNOSTICS AND FIRMWAREThis chapter describes how to do the following:•Upgrade library firmware via the conso

Plasmon V15 AIT Tape Library User ManualPage 86 Connecting to the Console InterfacedThis section describes how to connect your library to the host com

Diagnostics and FirmwarePage 87Setting the Library’s Baud RateBefore accessing console, you must set the baud rate for the library to the host compute

Table of ContentsPage 7TABLE OF CONTENTSPREFACE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Plasmon V15 AIT Tape Library User ManualPage 88 5. Check the ASCII setup from HyperTerminal:a. From the File menu, select Properties.b. In the Propert

Diagnostics and FirmwarePage 89To upgrade the library firmware:1. Obtain new firmware for the library. You can download new firmware from Plasmon’s we

Plasmon V15 AIT Tape Library User ManualPage 90 Creating a Diagnostic Listing via ConsoleIf you report a problem to Plasmon Technical Support, you may

Diagnostics and FirmwarePage 91Connecting to an FTP UtilityThis section describes how to connect your library to a host computer and how to access an

Plasmon V15 AIT Tape Library User ManualPage 92 3. As a precautionary measure, make a copy of the current firmware by creating a new directory for it

Maintenance and ServicePage 93CHAPTER 8MAINTENANCE AND SERVICEThis chapter describes the following:•Using touch-up paint on the housing•Cleaning the l

Plasmon V15 AIT Tape Library User ManualPage 94 Using Touch-up Paint on the HousingA paint kit is available for touching up nicks and scratches on the

Maintenance and ServicePage 95Preparing for Replacement1. Obtain a #2 Phillips cross recess screwdriver.2. Ensure that the environment is free of cond

Plasmon V15 AIT Tape Library User ManualPage 96 Removing the Tape Drive1. Disconnect the SCSI cables from the back of the tape drive. The SCSI connect

Maintenance and ServicePage 973. Remove the drive carrier by grasping the handle and pulling it directly out of the library.CAUTIONThe drive carrier w