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The Plasmon Enterprise
D-Series
D875 - D2175 Libraries ~ DVD Drive
User Manual
P/N 97704577 E
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PREFACE Copyright ® Copyright 2004 by Plasmon . All rights reserved. This document and the information contained herein are the property of Plasmon. No part of this document may be reproduced, transmitted, transcribed, stored in a retrieval system, or translated into any language or computer language in any form or by any means, electronic, mechanical, magnetic, optical, chemical, manual, or otherwise, without the express written permission of Plasmon. United States Office European Headquarters,
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Revision History Revision Date Description A September 2002 Initial release. B November 2002 Updated installation information. C March 2003 Updated to include Multi Drive. D June 2003 Minor updates from Service. E October 2004 Updated format and presentation. Added bay pack- ing to Ch 2. NOTE The most current information about this product is available on the Plasmon web site (www.plasmon.com, or www.plasmon.co.uk). Preface Plasmon D875 - D2175 User Manual Page 2 Document Revision E
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Conventions Used WARNING A WARNING is used to alert the reader to situations or conditions that could potentially result in personal injury, fire hazard, or equipment damage. CAUTION A CAUTION is used to warn of undesirable procedures, or of situations in which equipment damage could result. NOTE A NOTE is used to emphasize an area of text or to provide additional information. Plasmon D875 - D2175 User Manual Preface Document Revision E Page 3
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Product Warranty This Plasmon library is warranted free from defects in materials, parts, and workmanship and to conform to the current product specification upon delivery. For the specific details of your warranty, refer to your sales contract or contact the company from which the library was purchased. The Plasmon quality system is in compliance with and registered to ISO9001:2000. All products are assembled from new or remanufactured parts. The warranty for the library shall not apply to fail
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TABLE OF CONTENTS PREFACE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 Copyright . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1 Disclaimer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1 Trademark Notices. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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Library Initialization. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19 SCSI Connection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .20 Loading Media . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .21 Identifying Storage Slots. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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LIST OF FIGURES The Bulk Loading Magazine . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12 D875 - D2175 Library, Front View . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14 D875 - D2175 Library, Rear View . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16 Space Planning for the Library . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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LIST OF TABLES D875 - D2175 Library Models . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11 Plasmon Pre-loaded Media . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12 Magazine Slot LED Indicators . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22 Organization of Media in the Library . . . . . . . . . . . .
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CHAPTER 1 PRODUCT OVERVIEW General Information The D875 - D2175 libraries make multiple CD-R, CD-RW, DVD-R, DVD-RAM, and DVD-RW media available to computer systems for reading and writing using Multi Drive technology. These libraries are scalable with capacities ranging from 750 to 2175 media. A media transport element (MTE) with a dual picker makes rapid media exchanges and provides high performance in a multi-user environment. A patented Rotation Station™ allows use of both single and double s
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The Magazine The Plasmon D875 - D2175 library uses CD-R, CD-RW, DVD-R, DVD-RAM, and DVD-RW pre-loaded media in a ten slot magazine. Packs of 40 pieces of media are also available. Contact Plasmon for ordering information. In the US, Asia/Pacific, South America, and Canada call 1-800-451-6845. In Europe, Middle East, and Africa call +44 (0) 1763 262 963. Table 2. Plasmon Pre-loaded Media Media Type Capacity DVD-R 9.4 GB (dual sides) DVD-R 4.7 GB (single sided) DVD-RAM 9.4 GB (dual sided) DVD-RAM
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Media and Magazine Handling To maintain maximum system reliability, the operator should take the time to inspect and clean each magazine before loading into the library. CAUTION Always condition the media to the normal operating temperature of the room before using them. Improper handling or an inappropriate environment can damage the media, the magazine, or media trays. To ensure continued reliability, observe the following: • When loading a magazine into the library or when handling a magazin
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Major Hardware Components The following figures show the locations of major library hardware components. A brief description of these components appears after each figure. Front Access Door Magazine Slots for Bulk Loading (top five slots) I/E Port Front Panel Display Drive Modules (6X) Magazine Access (two drives per Door module) Power Supplies (three supplies SCSI Bus maximum, located Connectors behind the panel) Main Power Switch and AC Connector Figure 2. D875 - D2175 Library, Front Vie
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Import/Export Port (I/E) The Import/Export port (I/E port) holds one magazine containing ten pieces of media. The port is located below the five magazine slots and is used to remove and load media while the library is on-line. Drive Modules Each drive module contains two 120 mm Multi Drives which accommodate CD-R, CD-RW, DVD-R, DVD-RAM, or DVD-RW media. The drives allow reading and writing of data to the media. Contact Plasmon for the latest drive updates. Main Power Switch and Power Cable The p
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Rear Access Door Lift Assembly Storage Slot Map Media Transport Element (MTE) Rotation Station Figure 3. D875 - D2175 Library, Rear View Rear Access Door The rear door provides access to the robotic elements and media slots in the library. Lift Assembly The lift assembly provides the vertical and pivotal motion for the media transport element (MTE), providing access to all media locations. Media Transport Element (MTE) The MTE is the mechanism that picks media and moves it between storage lo
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CHAPTER 2 LIBRARY INSTALLATION Getting Started This chapter provides information for installing the Plasmon D875 - D2175 libraries and the procedures necessary to quickly put a library on-line. Unpacking the Library Save all packing material in case it is ever necessary to ship the library. Library Position Position the library in a location that allows both the front and rear door to open completely without any obstructions. The figure below should be used as a guide for library space planning.
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Library Environment To ensure long term reliability, operate the library only between 10 ° to 32 °C (50 ° to 90 °F) and 10% to 90% relative humidity. The media and drives require a clean environment. Excessive dust and dirt can lead to data loss, and increase service calls. Power Cable and Power Switch Open the front door of the library and route the supplied power cable through the access hole in the bottom of the library to the power cable connector. Power Switch Thread the power cable through
