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Dell™ PowerVault™ 124T LTO-3 Autoloader User's Guide
Introduction
Installing the Autoloader
Operating the Autoloader
Remote Management Unit
Front Panel Administration
Diagnostics
Troubleshooting
Technical Specifications
Getting Help
Notes, Notices, and Cautions
NOTE: A NOTE indicates important information that helps you make better use of your system.
NOTICE: A NOTICE indicates either potential damage to hardware or loss of data and tells you how to avoid the problem.
CAUTION: A CA
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Back to Contents Page Front Panel Administration: Dell™ PowerVault™ 124T LTO-3 Autoloader User's Guide Configuring the Autoloader SCSI Barcode Length Setting the SCSI ID Setting Security Setting Ethernet Setting Magazines Setting the Time Setting Passwords Barcode Reader When you first power on the Dell PowerVault 124T LTO-3 autoloader, it automatically runs a Power-On Self-Test (POST). During the POST, the left (green) LED flashes. After the POST, the left (green) and right
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To configure the Dell PowerVault 124T LTO-3 autoloader, you must verify the setup of the following: l SCSI ID(s). For the autoloader, there is a single SCSI ID. l Magazine(s). l Ethernet IP address (if you are not using DHCP). l SNMP server IP address—only if SNMP is being used. l Time server IP address (or the time zone, date, and time, if configuring manually)—only if a time server is being used. l Control mode. l Security option. Setting the SCSI ID Each SCSI device attached to a
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l An IP gateway (optional) l A Simple Network Management Protocol (SNMP) server (optional) l A time server, or set the time and time zone manually (optional) Setting the IP Address An IP address is the address of any device attached to a network. Each device must have a unique IP address. IP addresses are written as four sets of numbers separated by periods ranging from 0.0.0.0 up to and including 255.255.255.255. IP addresses are either permanent or dynamically assigned. A permanent, o
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NOTE: If you make a mistake, press Escape to backspace to the digit you want to change. 5. Press Enter. New Gateway is xxx.xxx.xxx.xxx appears on the LCD. You do not need to reboot the autoloader. 6. Press Escape or Enter to return to the Ethernet submenu. Setting the SNMP Server An SNMP server monitors a network by processing reporting activity in each network device (hub, router, bridge, and so on). The server uses this information to define what is obtainable from each device and wha
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4. Scroll to set the number of hours difference between your local time and Greenwich Mean Time (GMT). 5. Scroll to set the number of minutes difference between your local time and GMT, then press Enter. The new time zone is set. 6. Press Escape or Enter as necessary to return to the main menu. To set the date and time: 1. From the main menu, scroll to Configuration, and then press Enter. 2. From the Configuration menu, scroll to Time, and then press Enter. 3. From the Time submenu, scrol
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Setting Magazines In some cases, autoloader owners were being charged Independent Software Vendor (ISV) licensing fees for two-magazine autoloaders although only one magazine was configured. This occurred because the ISV software was registering the autoloader as a two-magazine device, regardless of the number of magazines configured. You have the ability to set the number of magazines in the autoloader. The default setting is Left. To set the number of magazines: 1. From the main menu, s
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Back to Contents Page Diagnostics: Dell™ PowerVault™ 124T LTO-3 Autoloader User's Guide Diagnostic Tests from the Front Panel Remote Management Unit Diagnostic Tests Diagnostic Tests from the Front Panel Diagnostic tests allow you to calibrate parts of the autoloader, check the condition of parts, or test the autoloader's functionality. From the front panel, you can perform all of the diagnostic tests. Because certain tests require you to manually insert a minimum of two cartridges, yo
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2. Scroll to the test you want to run and press Enter. If you are already logged in as Administrator, the test begins executing immediately. The message Running Test appears while the test is running. NOTE: Each test takes from 30 seconds to several minutes to complete. To stop the test prematurely, see "Stopping a Diagnostic Test." 3. If you are not logged in, you will be asked to enter the Administrator password. Do the following: ¡ From the front panel, enter the administrator password by
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Back to Contents Page Getting Help: Dell™ PowerVault™ 124T LTO-3 Autoloader User's Guide Technical Assistance Dell Enterprise Training and Certification Problems With Your Order Product Information Returning Items for Warranty Repair or Credit Before You Call Technical Assistance If you need assistance with a technical problem, perform the following steps: 1. Complete the procedures in "Before Contacting Customer Support". 2. Run the system diagnostics
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www.dell.com/jp (Japan only) www.euro.dell.com (Europe only) www.dell.com/la (Latin American countries) www.dell.ca (Canada only) l Anonymous file transfer protocol (FTP) ftp.dell.com/ Log in as , and use your e-mail address as your password. l Electronic Support Service support@us.dell.com apsupport@dell.com (Asian/Pacific countries only) support.jp.dell.com (Japan only) support.euro.dell.com (Europe only) l Electronic Quote Service sales@dell.com
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Automated Order-Status Service To check on the status of any Dell™ products that you have ordered, you can go to support.dell.com, or you can call the automated order-status service. A recording prompts you for the information needed to locate and report on your order. See the contact information for your region. Technical Support Service Dell's technical support service is available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, to answer your questions about Dell hardware. Our technical support staf
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Before You Call NOTE: Have your Express Service Code ready when you call. The code helps Dell's automated-support telephone system direct your call more efficiently. If possible, turn on your system before you call Dell for technical assistance and call from a telephone at or near the computer. You may be asked to type some commands at the keyboard, relay detailed information during operations, or try other troubleshooting steps possible only at the computer system itself. Ensure that t
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Back to Contents Page Installing the Autoloader: Dell™ PowerVault™ 124T LTO-3 Autoloader User's Guide Installation Overview Unpacking the Autoloader Installation Preparation Identifying Product Components SCSI Bus Requirements Connecting the SCSI and Power Cables Accessories Preparing the Host and Verifying the Connection Choosing a Location Installing the Device Drivers UL Requirements Enabling LUN Support in Linux Bar Code Reader Enabling LUN Support in Netware Product
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l Bar code labels l TORX L-key drivers (T8 and T10) l Emergency Magazine Removal Tool Choosing a Location Choose a location that meets the following criteria (see "Technical Specifications"): NOTICE: Do not place the autoloader on its side or upside down. Do not stack anything on top of the autoloader. Rack Standard 19-inch rack with 2U (3.5 in.) of clearance. Requirements Room 10-35°C (50-95°F) Temperature Power Source AC power voltage: 100-127 VAC; 200-240 VAC Line frequency: 50
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1 Power switch 2 Media door (mailslot) 3 Front panel LEDs 4 Front panel LCD screen 5 Function keys 6 Left magazine 7 Right magazine (or blank) Back Panel Overview 1 68-pin HD SCSI connectors 2 Fan vent 3 Power connector 4 Ethernet connector 5 Power switch NOTE: If the cover must be taken off, there are 26 screws and 6 rail bolts that need to be removed. The cover should be removed only by a qualified Dell Service Provider. Unpacking the Autoloader Before you begin,
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1 SCSI cable 2 SCSI terminator 3 Power cable 4 Getting Started Guide 5 CD (drivers and documentation) 6 Magazine blank 7 Bar code labels 8 TORX L-key drivers (T8 and T10) 9 Emergency Magazine Removal Tool Connecting the SCSI and Power Cables To connect the SCSI and power cables to the autoloader, follow these steps: 1. Shut down and turn off the selected server. Turn off all attached accessory devices, such as printers and other SCSI devices. 2. Attach one end of the SCSI cable (includ
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Preparing the Host and Verifying the Connection If necessary, install a SCSI host adapter, software, and compatible drivers. Refer to the manuals for the host computer and SCSI host adapter for detailed instructions. In addition, follow these general guidelines: l When the host server is powered on, install software, and/or drivers that are compatible with the autoloader (see "Installing the Device Drivers"). Software compatibility information is available at support.dell.com. Most backup so
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Manager. The LTO-3 drive should be listed under the ? Other Devices item as IBM ULTRIUM-TD3 SCSI Sequential Device. 4. Right-click the IBM ULTRIUM-TD3 SCSI Sequential Device listing and click Properties. 5. Select the Driver tab. 6. Click Update Driver. 7. When the Upgrade Device Driver Wizard appears, click Next. 8. Click Display a list... and then click Next. 9. Scroll down and click Tape Drive, and then click Next. 10. Click Have Disk, type replacing with the drive letter for the CD
