4-657-183-19(1) AIT Library Operating Instructions Before operating the unit, please read this manual thoroughly and retain it for future reference. LIB-162 © 2001 Sony Corporation INFORMATION You are cautioned that any changes or modifications not expressly approved in this manual could void your authority to operate this equipment. WARNING To prevent fire or shock hazard, do not expose the unit to rain or moisture. To avoid electrical shock, do not open the cabinet. Refer servicing to qualified personnel only. Caution The mains plug on this equipment must be used to disconnect mains power. Please ensure that the socket outlet is installed near the equipment and shall be easily accessible. Notice Use the power cord set approved by the appropriate testing organization for the specific countries where this unit is to be used. WARNING Before performing any installation or maintenance procedures, be sure that the library power switch is in the off position and that the power cord is disconnected from the library. WARNING The standalone library weighs around 20 kg (with 2 AIT drives installed). At least 2 people are needed to move or lift the library. Make sure you install the rack-mount library in the lowest possible location in the rack. For best results, use a rack with extension support legs. If you have any questions about this product, please contact Sony Support Center written in the warranty card. 2 INFORMATION This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures: · Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna. · Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver. · Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected. · Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help. This device requires shielded interface cables to comply with FCC emission limits. If you have any questions about this product, please contact Sony Support Center written in the warranty card. Declaration of Conformity Trade Name: Model No.: Responsible Party: Address: Telephone No.: SONY LIB-162 Sony Electronics Inc. 16450 W. Bernardo Dr., San Diego, CA 92127 U.S.A. 858-942-2230 This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation. Diese Ausrüstung erfüllt die Europäischen EMC-Bestimmungen für die Verwendung in folgender/folgenden Umgebung(en): ·Wohngegenden ·Gewerbegebiete ·Leichtindustriegebiete (Diese Ausrüstung erfüllt die Bestimmungen der Norm EN55022, Klasse B.) ACHTUNG Zur Trennung vom Netz ist der Netzstecker aus der Steckdose zu ziehen, welche sich in der Nähe des Gerätes befinden muß und leicht zugänglich sein soll. HINWEIS Hinweis: Der höchste Schalldruckpegel beträgt 70 dB(A) oder weniger gemäß ISO7779. Operating environment Installation Temperature Relative Humidity Ratings Frequency Current Mass Horizontal 10°C to 35°C 20% to 80% (no condensation) 50 / 60 Hz 1.4 A / 0.7 A max. approx. 20 kg Betriebsumgebung Installation Temperatur Relative Luftfeuchtigkeit Horizontal 10°C bis 35°C 20% bis 80% (nicht kondensierend) Elektrische Eingangsspannung 100 -120/200 - 240 V Daten Frequenz 50 / 60 Hz Strom 1,4 A / 0,7 A max. Masse ca. 20 kg Input Voltage 100 -120/200 - 240 V 3 Table of Contents Chapter 1 Introduction Overview.......................................................................7 Product Features and Functions ...............................8 Front ................................................................................ 8 Rear ................................................................................. 9 Inside (front) ................................................................. 11 System Structure.......................................................12 Cartridges...................................................................12 AIT Cartridge................................................................ 12 Cleaning Cartridge ........................................................ 13 Software .....................................................................13 Precautions ................................................................14 Chapter 2 Installation Overview.....................................................................15 Unpacking ..................................................................15 Checking the Package Contents..............................17 Preparing the Host Computer ..................................17 Installing the AIT library............................................18 Connecting the Power Cable....................................19 Connecting to the Host Computer ...........................19 Setting the DIP Switches ..........................................21 Connecting SCSI Peripheral Devices ......................22 Turning the Power On/Off.........................................23 Initial Setup ................................................................25 Setting the Date and Time............................................. 26 Setting the SCSI ID....................................................... 27 Setting the Cartridges.................................................... 29 Connecting to the Network ........................................... 32 Chapter 3 Basic Usage Overview.....................................................................36 Control Panel .............................................................36 Usage of the Control Panel ........................................... 36 Viewing the Status Display........................................... 37 Menu Items ................................................................... 38 Control Buttons .........................................................41 Warnings ....................................................................43 Errors..........................................................................43 Setting or Changing the Password..........................44 4 Basic Settings............................................................45 Disabling the Display of the Date and Time Screen ..... 45 Disabling the Life Warning Display ............................. 46 Setting the Bar Code ..................................................... 47 Setting the R-MIC Function.......................................... 48 Adjusting the Brightness of the LCD Panel.................. 49 Using the Sequential Mode ........................................... 50 Disabling the Buttons on the Front Panel...............51 Assigned Element Addresses ..................................52 Handling the Cartridges............................................52 Handling........................................................................ 52 Storing........................................................................... 53 Daily Maintenance .....................................................53 Chapter 4 Operating the AIT Library Overview.....................................................................54 Using the Cartridges .................................................54 Taking Out the Cartridges............................................. 54 Replacing the Cartridges ............................................... 58 Moving the Cartridges .................................................. 65 Viewing Information Related to the AIT Library .....66 Viewing Cartridge Information .................................66 Chapter 5 Operating the AIT Drive Overview.....................................................................68 Viewing Information Related to the AIT Drive.........68 Cleaning the AIT Drive ..............................................69 Chapter 6 Using the Library Administration Menu Overview.....................................................................73 Library Administration Menu....................................74 Accessing Library Administration Menu.................74 Menu Items.................................................................76 System Configuration Menu.....................................76 Configuration ................................................................ 76 Network......................................................................... 78 SCSI ID ......................................................................... 80 Password ....................................................................... 82 Maintenance Menu ....................................................83 Life Count ..................................................................... 83 Error Count ................................................................... 85 Sensor............................................................................ 86 History........................................................................... 87 Diagnostic ..................................................................... 89 Firmware Upload .......................................................... 90 5 Information Menu ......................................................93 Information.................................................................... 93 Inventory ....................................................................... 94 Appendix If You Forget the Password ......................................95 Changing the Air Filter 1...........................................95 Changing the Air Filter 2...........................................97 Troubleshooting ........................................................98 Transporting the AIT Library ....................................99 Hardware Specifications.........................................100 Hardware..................................................................... 100 Memory capacity......................................................... 101 Optional Accessories (sold separately) ................101 SCSI Cable and Terminator Specifications...........101 SCSI Cable.................................................................. 101 SCSI Cable Length...................................................... 102 SCSI Specifications.................................................102 About SCSI Components ............................................ 102 About SCSI Bus .......................................................... 102 Error Code List ........................................................103 Other Messages.......................................................106 Index .........................................................................108 © 2001 Sony Corporation. All rights reserved. Trademarks · Sony, StorStation and Advanced Intelligent Tape are trademarks or registered trademarks of Sony Corporation in this country, other countries, or both. · Other product names are trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective owners in this country, other countries, or both. 6 Introduction Chapter Overview LIB-162 is an AIT (Advanced Intelligent Tape) library with a built-in AIT drive. Up to 16 cartridge volumes can be set and used. You can set and use up to 16 cartridges at once. The unit can also be connected to, and used with, a workstation or server. Up to 16 cartridge volumes can be set Up to 16 AIT cartridge volumes can be set. Cartridges can be replaced from the front panel. Since the AIT library has a built-in bar code reader, bar code labels can be used to manage cartridges. The following types of cartridges can be used in this library: LIB-162/A4 models AIT-4 Cartridge: can record up to 3200 GB of data LIB-162/A3 models · AIT-3 Cartridge: can record up to 1600 GB of data · AIT-2 Cartridge: can record up to 800 GB of data · AIT-1 Cartridge: can record up to 560 GB of data LIB-162/A2 models · AIT-2 Cartridge: can record up to 800 GB of data · AIT-1 Cartridge: can record up to 560 GB of data LIB-162/A1 models · AIT-1 Cartridge: can record up to 560 GB of data Notes · Cartridges that can be used vary according to the type of built-in drive. · The memory capacity mentioned above assumes the use of all 16 AI ...