Page 1 First Edition (March 1999) Part Number ER-TL891-UA. A01 Compaq Computer Corporation Compaq Confidential – Need to Know Required Writer: Everett Godaire Project: TL891 MiniLibrary System User's Guide Comments: Part Number: ER-TL891-UA. A01 File Name: a-frnt Last Saved On: 3/3/99 12:17 PM...
Page 2 MERCHANTABILITY, FITNESS FOR PARTICULAR PURPOSE, GOOD TITLE AND AGAINST INFRINGEMENT. This publication contains information protected by copyright. No part of this publication may be photocopied or reproduced in any form without prior written consent from Compaq Computer Corporation. © 1999 Compaq Computer Corporation.
Page 3: Table Of Contents
Inserting and Removing Cartridges ............. 2-24 Inserting a Magazine................... 2-28 Base Module....................2-29 Compaq Confidential – Need to Know Required Writer: Everett Godaire Project: TL891 MiniLibrary System User's Guide Comments: Part Number: ER-TL891-UA. A01 File Name: a-frnt Last Saved On: 3/3/99 12:17 PM...
Page 4 Product Notes for Windows NT and Novell NetWare Host SCSI Interface ..................C-1 Compaq Confidential – Need to Know Required Writer: Everett Godaire Project: TL891 MiniLibrary System User's Guide Comments: Part Number: ER-TL891-UA. A01 File Name: a-frnt Last Saved On: 3/3/99 12:17 PM...
Page 5 Cleaning the Tape Drive Heads..............H-9 Preparing Cartridges for Use ..............H-10 Index Compaq Confidential – Need to Know Required Writer: Everett Godaire Project: TL891 MiniLibrary System User's Guide Comments: Part Number: ER-TL891-UA. A01 File Name: a-frnt Last Saved On: 3/3/99 12:17 PM...
Page 6 TL891 MiniLibrary System User's Guide Compaq Confidential – Need to Know Required Writer: Everett Godaire Project: TL891 MiniLibrary System User's Guide Comments: Part Number: ER-TL891-UA. A01 File Name: a-frnt Last Saved On: 3/3/99 12:17 PM...
Page 7: About This Guide
When you are instructed to enter information, type the information and then press the Enter key. Compaq Confidential – Need to Know Required Writer: Everett Godaire Project: TL891 MiniLibrary System User's Guide Comments: Part Number: ER-TL891-UA. A01 File Name: a-frnt Last Saved On: 3/3/99 12:17 PM...
Page 8: Symbols In Text
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Page 9: Rack Stability
A technical support specialist will help you diagnose the problem or guide you to the next step in the warranty process. Compaq Confidential – Need to Know Required Writer: Everett Godaire Project: TL891 MiniLibrary System User's Guide Comments:...
Page 10: Compaq Website
Outside North America, call the nearest Compaq Technical Support Phone Center. Telephone numbers for world wide Technical Support Centers are listed on the Compaq website. Access the Compaq website by logging on to the Internet at http://www.compaq.com. Be sure to have the following information available before you call Compaq:...
Page 11: Introduction
In a MiniLibrary System, you can combine modules to provide the right combination of capacity and performance to meet your present storage requirements. Compaq’s MiniLibrary storage architecture lets you add modules to optimize throughput and capacity as your needs change.
Page 12 Flexibility Compaq’s MiniLibrary storage architecture is uniquely suited to growing storage needs. Its flexible library robotics system enables you to start with a system configured to your present requirements, confident that as your storage needs evolve, you can easily modify the MiniLibrary by adding modules and extending the pass-through mechanism.
Page 13: The Expansion Unit
SCSI control from the host. Compaq Confidential – Need to Know Required Writer: Everett Godaire Project: TL891 MiniLibrary System User's Guide Comments: Part Number: ER-TL891-UA.A01 File Name: b-ch1 Introduction Last Saved On: 3/1/99 4:07 PM...
Page 14: Scsi Interface Configurations
SCSI Interfaces in Chapter 3, Installation. Compaq Confidential – Need to Know Required Writer: Everett Godaire Project: TL891 MiniLibrary System User's Guide Comments: Part Number: ER-TL891-UA.A01 File Name: b-ch1 Introduction Last Saved On: 3/1/99 4:07 PM...
Page 15: Physical Configuration
Compaq Confidential – Need to Know Required Writer: Everett Godaire Project: TL891 MiniLibrary System User's Guide Comments: Part Number: ER-TL891-UA.A01 File Name: b-ch1 Introduction Last Saved On: 3/1/99 4:07 PM...
Page 16: Features
Unlock/Open Button Magazine Security Lock Locked Indicator Control Panel Power Switch Compaq Confidential – Need to Know Required Writer: Everett Godaire Project: TL891 MiniLibrary System User's Guide Comments: Part Number: ER-TL891-UA.A01 File Name: b-ch1 Introduction Last Saved On: 3/1/99 4:07 PM...
Page 17 The base modules display other information as needed for localizing malfunctions. Compaq Confidential – Need to Know Required Writer: Everett Godaire Project: TL891 MiniLibrary System User's Guide Comments: Part Number: ER-TL891-UA.A01 File Name: b-ch1 Introduction Last Saved On: 3/1/99 4:07 PM...
Page 18 Figure 1-3. Insertion and removal of the magazine is described in Chapter 2, Operation. Compaq Confidential – Need to Know Required Writer: Everett Godaire Project: TL891 MiniLibrary System User's Guide Comments: Part Number: ER-TL891-UA.A01 File Name: b-ch1 Introduction Last Saved On: 3/1/99 4:07 PM...
Page 19 Barcode Label Slide Slot (not used) Front Label Slide Slot Slot 9 Compaq Confidential – Need to Know Required Writer: Everett Godaire Project: TL891 MiniLibrary System User's Guide Comments: Part Number: ER-TL891-UA.A01 File Name: b-ch1 Introduction Last Saved On: 3/1/99 4:07 PM...
Page 20 Motor Drive Power Connector Diagnostics Connector Base Module Robotics Interface Connectors Compaq Confidential – Need to Know Required Writer: Everett Godaire Project: TL891 MiniLibrary System User's Guide Comments: Part Number: ER-TL891-UA.A01 File Name: b-ch1 Introduction Last Saved On: 3/1/99 4:07 PM...
Page 21 System Map. Compaq Confidential – Need to Know Required Writer: Everett Godaire Project: TL891 MiniLibrary System User's Guide Comments:...
Page 22: Advanced Design Features
16-cartridge magazine offers the formatted capacities shown in Table 1-1. Compaq Confidential – Need to Know Required Writer: Everett Godaire Project: TL891 MiniLibrary System User's Guide Comments: Part Number: ER-TL891-UA.A01 File Name: b-ch1 Introduction Last Saved On: 3/1/99 4:07 PM...
Page 23 The media used in the MiniLibrary is rated by the media manufacturer at over 1,000,000 head passes, and a shelf life of at least 30 years. Compaq Confidential – Need to Know Required Writer: Everett Godaire Project: TL891 MiniLibrary System User's Guide Comments:...
Page 25: Operation
LED indicators. Compaq Confidential – Need to Know Required Writer: Everett Godaire Project: TL891 MiniLibrary System User's Guide Comments: Part Number: ER-TL891-UA.A01 File Name: c-ch2 Operation Last Saved On: 3/1/99 2:14 PM...
Page 26 Unlock/Open Button Magazine Security Lock Locked Indicator Control Panel Power Switch Compaq Confidential – Need to Know Required Writer: Everett Godaire Project: TL891 MiniLibrary System User's Guide Comments: Part Number: ER-TL891-UA.A01 File Name: c-ch2 Operation Last Saved On: 3/1/99 2:14 PM...
Page 27 (FSC) and error recovery procedures (ERP) appears in Chapter 6, Diagnostics and Troubleshooting. Compaq Confidential – Need to Know Required Writer: Everett Godaire Project: TL891 MiniLibrary System User's Guide Comments: Part Number: ER-TL891-UA.A01 File Name: c-ch2 Operation Last Saved On: 3/1/99 2:14 PM...
Page 28 2-4 TL891 MiniLibrary System User's Guide SHR-1229 Figure 2-2. Expansion Unit Control Panel Compaq Confidential – Need to Know Required Writer: Everett Godaire Project: TL891 MiniLibrary System User's Guide Comments: Part Number: ER-TL891-UA.A01 File Name: c-ch2 Operation Last Saved On: 3/1/99 2:14 PM...
Page 29 Default Screen through a multi-level menu structure, then select the desired option from the appropriate menu using Compaq Confidential – Need to Know Required Writer: Everett Godaire Project: TL891 MiniLibrary System User's Guide Comments:...
Page 30 SCSI ‘Not Ready’ until you exit the Menu Mode and the Ready light goes on. Compaq Confidential – Need to Know Required Writer: Everett Godaire Project: TL891 MiniLibrary System User's Guide Comments:...
Page 31 This effect stops when the user releases the button. Compaq Confidential – Need to Know Required Writer: Everett Godaire Project: TL891 MiniLibrary System User's Guide Comments: Part Number: ER-TL891-UA.A01 File Name: c-ch2 Operation Last Saved On: 3/1/99 2:14 PM...
Page 32: Starting The System
Those displays that are described in other chapters are cross-referenced here as well. Compaq Confidential – Need to Know Required Writer: Everett Godaire Project: TL891 MiniLibrary System User's Guide Comments:...
Page 33 A rectangle will appear in each position that contains a cartridge. An underline represents an empty slot. Compaq Confidential – Need to Know Required Writer: Everett Godaire Project: TL891 MiniLibrary System User's Guide Comments: Part Number: ER-TL891-UA.A01 File Name: c-ch2 Operation Last Saved On: 3/1/99 2:14 PM...
Page 34 4 represent the numbers the system has assigned to the first and last slots of that module. Compaq Confidential – Need to Know Required Writer: Everett Godaire Project: TL891 MiniLibrary System User's Guide Comments: Part Number: ER-TL891-UA.A01 File Name: c-ch2 Operation Last Saved On: 3/1/99 2:14 PM...
Page 35 Checking Drives Scanning Labels Orphaned Cartridge Trapped Cartridge Elevator Home Compaq Confidential – Need to Know Required Writer: Everett Godaire Project: TL891 MiniLibrary System User's Guide Comments: Part Number: ER-TL891-UA.A01 File Name: c-ch2 Operation Last Saved On: 3/1/99 2:14 PM...
Page 36: The Minilibrary Menu Structure
The MiniLibrary Menu Structure Figure 2-9, on the next page, shows the structure of the MiniLibrary menus. Compaq Confidential – Need to Know Required Writer: Everett Godaire Project: TL891 MiniLibrary System User's Guide Comments: Part Number: ER-TL891-UA.A01 File Name: c-ch2 Operation Last Saved On: 3/1/99 2:14 PM...
Page 37 Scaled AT 90% 2 times SHR-1196-2 Figure 2-9. MiniLibrary Menu Structure Compaq Confidential – Need to Know Required Writer: Everett Godaire Project: TL891 MiniLibrary System User's Guide Comments: Part Number: ER-TL891-UA.A01 File Name: c-ch2 Operation Last Saved On: 3/1/99 2:14 PM...
Page 38 If the code is correct, the Main Menu is displayed. If the code is incorrect, an error screen appears. Compaq Confidential – Need to Know Required Writer: Everett Godaire Project: TL891 MiniLibrary System User's Guide Comments:...
Page 39 Show Status Menu Maintenance Menu Configuration Menu Show History Menu Security Menu Compaq Confidential – Need to Know Required Writer: Everett Godaire Project: TL891 MiniLibrary System User's Guide Comments: Part Number: ER-TL891-UA.A01 File Name: c-ch2 Operation Last Saved On: 3/1/99 2:14 PM...
Page 40 Enter button to select the item. Compaq Confidential – Need to Know Required Writer: Everett Godaire Project: TL891 MiniLibrary System User's Guide Comments: Part Number: ER-TL891-UA.A01 File Name: c-ch2 Operation Last Saved On: 3/1/99 2:14 PM...
Page 41 Mode Page 1F Length Initialize Element Status Boot Version Flash Type Compaq Confidential – Need to Know Required Writer: Everett Godaire Project: TL891 MiniLibrary System User's Guide Comments: Part Number: ER-TL891-UA.A01 File Name: c-ch2 Operation Last Saved On: 3/1/99 2:14 PM...
Page 42 The Configure Menu, how to use it and the options available under it are described in Chapter 3, Installation. Compaq Confidential – Need to Know Required Writer: Everett Godaire Project: TL891 MiniLibrary System User's Guide Comments: Part Number: ER-TL891-UA.A01 File Name: c-ch2 Operation Last Saved On: 3/1/99 2:14 PM...
Page 43 Repeat the process Enter Compaq Confidential – Need to Know Required Writer: Everett Godaire Project: TL891 MiniLibrary System User's Guide Comments: Part Number: ER-TL891-UA.A01 File Name: c-ch2 Operation Last Saved On: 3/1/99 2:14 PM...
Page 44 ENTER to Validate ESCAPE to Exit Figure 2-22. Code Validate Submenu Compaq Confidential – Need to Know Required Writer: Everett Godaire Project: TL891 MiniLibrary System User's Guide Comments: Part Number: ER-TL891-UA.A01 File Name: c-ch2 Operation Last Saved On: 3/1/99 2:14 PM...
Page 45 10 _ _ _ _ _ Figure 2-24. Default Screen Compaq Confidential – Need to Know Required Writer: Everett Godaire Project: TL891 MiniLibrary System User's Guide Comments: Part Number: ER-TL891-UA.A01 File Name: c-ch2 Operation Last Saved On: 3/1/99 2:14 PM...
Page 46 (you can’t put a cartridge into a slot or drive which already has one in it). Compaq Confidential – Need to Know Required Writer: Everett Godaire Project: TL891 MiniLibrary System User's Guide Comments:...
Page 47 ‘From’ entry screen. Escape Compaq Confidential – Need to Know Required Writer: Everett Godaire Project: TL891 MiniLibrary System User's Guide Comments: Part Number: ER-TL891-UA.A01 File Name: c-ch2 Operation Last Saved On: 3/1/99 2:14 PM...
Page 48: Inserting And Removing Cartridges
Ready light from illuminating, refer to the section entitled Emergency Magazine Removal . Compaq Confidential – Need to Know Required Writer: Everett Godaire Project: TL891 MiniLibrary System User's Guide Comments: Part Number: ER-TL891-UA.A01 File Name: c-ch2 Operation Last Saved On: 3/1/99 2:14 PM...
Page 49 Figure 2-31. Magazine In Place Magazine Security Lock Unlock/Open Button Compaq Confidential – Need to Know Required Writer: Everett Godaire Project: TL891 MiniLibrary System User's Guide Comments: Part Number: ER-TL891-UA.A01 File Name: c-ch2 Operation Last Saved On: 3/1/99 2:14 PM...
Page 50 If you are unsuccessful in removing the magazine using this procedure, contract your technical support representative for further advice. Compaq Confidential – Need to Know Required Writer: Everett Godaire Project: TL891 MiniLibrary System User's Guide Comments: Part Number: ER-TL891-UA.A01 File Name: c-ch2 Operation Last Saved On: 3/1/99 2:14 PM...
Page 51 Figure 2-36. 10-Slot Tape Magazine with Cartridges Installed Label Slot 0 Write Protect Switch Compaq Confidential – Need to Know Required Writer: Everett Godaire Project: TL891 MiniLibrary System User's Guide Comments: Part Number: ER-TL891-UA.A01 File Name: c-ch2 Operation Last Saved On: 3/1/99 2:14 PM...
Page 52: Inserting A Magazine
Lock All Media In Progress Figure 2-41. Lock All Media Screen Compaq Confidential – Need to Know Required Writer: Everett Godaire Project: TL891 MiniLibrary System User's Guide Comments: Part Number: ER-TL891-UA.A01 File Name: c-ch2 Operation Last Saved On: 3/1/99 2:14 PM...
Page 53: Base Module
These features are described earlier in this chapter in the section entitled Inserting and Removing Cartridges. Compaq Confidential – Need to Know Required Writer: Everett Godaire Project: TL891 MiniLibrary System User's Guide Comments: Part Number: ER-TL891-UA.A01 File Name: c-ch2 Operation Last Saved On: 3/1/99 2:14 PM...
Page 54: Tape Requirements
1,000,000 passes, and to have a shelf life of 30 years when properly stored. Compaq Confidential – Need to Know Required Writer: Everett Godaire Project: TL891 MiniLibrary System User's Guide Comments: Part Number: ER-TL891-UA.A01 File Name: c-ch2 Operation Last Saved On: 3/1/99 2:14 PM...
Page 55 23 C +/-5 (73 F +/-9 at 50% +/-10% relative humidity. Compaq Confidential – Need to Know Required Writer: Everett Godaire Project: TL891 MiniLibrary System User's Guide Comments: Part Number: ER-TL891-UA.A01 File Name: c-ch2 Operation Last Saved On: 3/1/99 2:14 PM...
Page 56 Figure 2-43. DLT Tape Cartridge Leader Write Protect OFF Write Protect ON Compaq Confidential – Need to Know Required Writer: Everett Godaire Project: TL891 MiniLibrary System User's Guide Comments: Part Number: ER-TL891-UA.A01 File Name: c-ch2 Operation Last Saved On: 3/1/99 2:14 PM...
Page 57 Code 39, Codebar, 2-of-9, standard 2-of-5, or interleaved 2-of-5, with a length of 8 digits. Minimum element width is 7.5 mm. Compaq Confidential – Need to Know Required Writer: Everett Godaire Project: TL891 MiniLibrary System User's Guide Comments:...
Page 59: Introduction
Installing the Pass-Through mechanism (the two-module version is factory assembled) Mechanical Installation of the expansion and base module(s). instructions are provided for all rack types: Compaq Cabinet, EIA/RETMA Standard 19” cabinet, and StorageWorks SW500, SW600, or SW800 Metric cabinet Installing the Pass-Through mechanism in the rack...
Page 60 The remainder of this chapter describes each of these steps. Compaq Confidential – Need to Know Required Writer: Everett Godaire Project: TL891 MiniLibrary System User's Guide Comments: Part Number: ER-TL891-UA.A01 File Name: d-ch3 Installation Last Saved On: 3/2/99 2:30 PM...
Page 61: Planning Your Installation
Installation 3-3 Planning Your Installation The MiniLibrary System is intended to be mounted in a Compaq Cabinet, StorageWorks SW500, SW600, SW800 or a standard 19-inch EIA/RETMA equipment rack with a depth of 24 to 30 inches. Each module is shipped with EIA/RETMA slides installed.
Page 62: Mechanical Installation
Pass-Through base with Angle brackets idler pulley Tie bars L-Shaped Nut Plates Compaq Confidential – Need to Know Required Writer: Everett Godaire Project: TL891 MiniLibrary System User's Guide Comments: Part Number: ER-TL891-UA.A01 File Name: d-ch3 Installation Last Saved On: 3/2/99 2:30 PM...
Page 63 Figure 3-2, Pass-Through Mechanism Car (Front View) and Figure 3-3, Car Rear View Showing Belt Block. Compaq Confidential – Need to Know Required Writer: Everett Godaire Project: TL891 MiniLibrary System User's Guide Comments: Part Number: ER-TL891-UA.A01 File Name: d-ch3 Installation Last Saved On: 3/2/99 2:30 PM...
Page 64 3-6 TL891 MiniLibrary System User's Guide SHR-1234 Figure 3-2. Pass-Through Mechanism Car (Front View) Compaq Confidential – Need to Know Required Writer: Everett Godaire Project: TL891 MiniLibrary System User's Guide Comments: Part Number: ER-TL891-UA.A01 File Name: d-ch3 Installation Last Saved On: 3/2/99 2:30 PM...
Page 65 Carefully note the orientation of the block with respect to the car, as shown in Figure 3-3. Compaq Confidential – Need to Know Required Writer: Everett Godaire Project: TL891 MiniLibrary System User's Guide Comments: Part Number: ER-TL891-UA.A01 File Name: d-ch3 Installation Last Saved On: 3/2/99 2:30 PM...
Page 66 Omit the motor drive at this time. Compaq Confidential – Need to Know Required Writer: Everett Godaire Project: TL891 MiniLibrary System User's Guide Comments: Part Number: ER-TL891-UA.A01 File Name: d-ch3 Installation Last Saved On: 3/2/99 2:30 PM...
Page 67 Support Brace Tie Bar Motor Drive Section Base Section Extension Section Compaq Confidential – Need to Know Required Writer: Everett Godaire Project: TL891 MiniLibrary System User's Guide Comments: Part Number: ER-TL891-UA.A01 File Name: d-ch3 Installation Last Saved On: 3/2/99 2:30 PM...
Page 68 3. Locate the length of toothed belt that was enclosed with the extension section. Compaq Confidential – Need to Know Required Writer: Everett Godaire Project: TL891 MiniLibrary System User's Guide Comments: Part Number: ER-TL891-UA.A01 File Name: d-ch3 Installation Last Saved On: 3/2/99 2:30 PM...
Page 69 SHR-1237 Figure 3-5. Threading the Belt through the Drive Section Compaq Confidential – Need to Know Required Writer: Everett Godaire Project: TL891 MiniLibrary System User's Guide Comments: Part Number: ER-TL891-UA.A01 File Name: d-ch3 Installation Last Saved On: 3/2/99 2:30 PM...
Page 70 SHR-1238 Figure 3-6. Threading the Belt through the Base Section Compaq Confidential – Need to Know Required Writer: Everett Godaire Project: TL891 MiniLibrary System User's Guide Comments: Part Number: ER-TL891-UA.A01 File Name: d-ch3 Installation Last Saved On: 3/2/99 2:30 PM...
Page 71 Figure 3-8. Belt Block With Belt In Place Belt Gap Visible Block Compaq Confidential – Need to Know Required Writer: Everett Godaire Project: TL891 MiniLibrary System User's Guide Comments: Part Number: ER-TL891-UA.A01 File Name: d-ch3 Installation Last Saved On: 3/2/99 2:30 PM...
Page 72 Compaq Confidential – Need to Know Required Writer: Everett Godaire Project: TL891 MiniLibrary System User's Guide Comments:...
Page 73 When the wheels on the closed side are clear of the track, lift the car from the track and set it aside. Compaq Confidential – Need to Know Required Writer: Everett Godaire Project: TL891 MiniLibrary System User's Guide Comments:...
Page 74 Base Modules The Expansion Unit and Base Module(s) may be rackmounted in either a Compaq rack, a standard 19” EIA/RETMA rack (with a depth of 24-30”) or a StorageWorks (SW500, SW600, or SW800) metric rack using metric conversion brackets. Both rack types require two initial steps: 1.
Page 75 SHR-1241 Figure 3-10. Separating a Rack Slide Inner Slide Lock Compaq Confidential – Need to Know Required Writer: Everett Godaire Project: TL891 MiniLibrary System User's Guide Comments: Part Number: ER-TL891-UA.A01 File Name: d-ch3 Installation Last Saved On: 3/2/99 2:30 PM...
Page 76 6. From this point, the instructions vary depending on cabinet type, and you should proceed as follows: Refer to the Compaq Rackmounting Template, which is included with each module. EIA/RETMA Cabinet Rackmounting - Refer to the section entitled Rackmounting in a Standard (19”) EIA/RETMA Cabinet...
Page 77 4. If they are not already locked, pull the intermediate slides toward the front (out of the rack) so that they lock in the extended position. Compaq Confidential – Need to Know Required Writer: Everett Godaire Project: TL891 MiniLibrary System User's Guide Comments:...
Page 78 6. Press inward (toward the module) on each of the inner slide locks to permit the intermediate slides to move toward the rack. Compaq Confidential – Need to Know Required Writer: Everett Godaire Project: TL891 MiniLibrary System User's Guide Comments:...
Page 79 12. Once you have securely installed the MiniLibrary into the standard rack, proceed to the section entitled Interfaces and Cabling. Compaq Confidential – Need to Know Required Writer: Everett Godaire Project: TL891 MiniLibrary System User's Guide Comments: Part Number: ER-TL891-UA.A01 File Name: d-ch3 Installation Last Saved On: 3/2/99 2:30 PM...
Page 80 For 3rd or 4th modules from top (units 3 and 4) Compaq Confidential – Need to Know Required Writer: Everett Godaire Project: TL891 MiniLibrary System User's Guide Comments: Part Number: ER-TL891-UA.A01 File Name: d-ch3 Installation Last Saved On: 3/2/99 2:30 PM...
Page 81 (P/N 213164-108) through the holes marked #1. Compaq Confidential – Need to Know Required Writer: Everett Godaire Project: TL891 MiniLibrary System User's Guide Comments: Part Number: ER-TL891-UA.A01 File Name: d-ch3 Installation Last Saved On: 3/2/99 2:30 PM...
Page 82 Compaq Confidential – Need to Know Required Writer: Everett Godaire Project: TL891 MiniLibrary System User's Guide Comments: Part Number: ER-TL891-UA.A01 File Name: d-ch3 Installation Last Saved On: 3/2/99 2:30 PM...
Page 83 Installing the Pass-Through Mechanism in the Rack. Compaq Confidential – Need to Know Required Writer: Everett Godaire Project: TL891 MiniLibrary System User's Guide Comments: Part Number: ER-TL891-UA.A01 File Name: d-ch3 Installation Last Saved On: 3/2/99 2:30 PM...
Page 84 Nut Plate 968312-101 Lock Tab Threaded Post for Thumb Screw Compaq Confidential – Need to Know Required Writer: Everett Godaire Project: TL891 MiniLibrary System User's Guide Comments: Part Number: ER-TL891-UA.A01 File Name: d-ch3 Installation Last Saved On: 3/2/99 2:30 PM...
Page 85 SHR-1245 Figure 3-14. Installing the Pass-Through Mechanism in the Rack Compaq Confidential – Need to Know Required Writer: Everett Godaire Project: TL891 MiniLibrary System User's Guide Comments: Part Number: ER-TL891-UA.A01 File Name: d-ch3 Installation Last Saved On: 3/2/99 2:30 PM...
Page 86 Each module has a separate AC power connection. *IMPORTANT: In principle it is possible to daisy-chain the SCSI connections for multiple drives, to save SCSI controllers. Compaq strongly recommends against this practice because it may severely limit the data throughput performance and reliability of the library.
Page 87 Expansion Unit. The Expansion Unit determines the location of each module during power-up tests. Compaq Confidential – Need to Know Required Writer: Everett Godaire Project: TL891 MiniLibrary System User's Guide Comments: Part Number: ER-TL891-UA.A01 File Name: d-ch3 Installation Last Saved On: 3/2/99 2:30 PM...
Page 88 SCSI bus. Any of the separate buses may be combined using a SCSI jumper cable, available from Compaq. If any two or more devices are connected to the same SCSI bus, each must be assigned a unique SCSI address.
Page 89 32 inches (81 cm) Cables of different impedances should not be used together. Compaq Confidential – Need to Know Required Writer: Everett Godaire Project: TL891 MiniLibrary System User's Guide Comments: Part Number: ER-TL891-UA.A01 File Name: d-ch3 Installation Last Saved On: 3/2/99 2:30 PM...
Page 90 Interface Cable Specifications. Compaq Confidential – Need to Know Required Writer: Everett Godaire Project: TL891 MiniLibrary System User's Guide Comments: Part Number: ER-TL891-UA.A01 File Name: d-ch3 Installation Last Saved On: 3/2/99 2:30 PM...
Page 91 SCSI Interface Power Connector Library Connectors (not used in Slave Mode) Compaq Confidential – Need to Know Required Writer: Everett Godaire Project: TL891 MiniLibrary System User's Guide Comments: Part Number: ER-TL891-UA.A01 File Name: d-ch3 Installation Last Saved On: 3/2/99 2:30 PM...
Page 92 SCSI Interface Power Connector Library Connectors (not used in Slave Mode) Compaq Confidential – Need to Know Required Writer: Everett Godaire Project: TL891 MiniLibrary System User's Guide Comments: Part Number: ER-TL891-UA.A01 File Name: d-ch3 Installation Last Saved On: 3/2/99 2:30 PM...
Page 93 0_ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ 9 Figure 3-18. Base Module Default Screen Compaq Confidential – Need to Know Required Writer: Everett Godaire Project: TL891 MiniLibrary System User's Guide Comments: Part Number: ER-TL891-UA.A01 File Name: d-ch3 Installation Last Saved On: 3/2/99 2:30 PM...
Page 94 *Short 0x0E Model Number: *COMPAQ TL89x Figure 3-22. Special Config Submenu Compaq Confidential – Need to Know Required Writer: Everett Godaire Project: TL891 MiniLibrary System User's Guide Comments: Part Number: ER-TL891-UA.A01 File Name: d-ch3 Installation Last Saved On: 3/2/99 2:30 PM...
Page 95 Yours may vary depending on the number of modules in your system, as shown in the second line. Compaq Confidential – Need to Know Required Writer: Everett Godaire Project: TL891 MiniLibrary System User's Guide Comments: Part Number: ER-TL891-UA.A01 File Name: d-ch3 Installation Last Saved On: 3/2/99 2:30 PM...
Page 96 Set SCSI Set Element Base Set Identification Figure 3-27. Configure Submenu Compaq Confidential – Need to Know Required Writer: Everett Godaire Project: TL891 MiniLibrary System User's Guide Comments: Part Number: ER-TL891-UA.A01 File Name: d-ch3 Installation Last Saved On: 3/2/99 2:30 PM...
Page 97 An * appears to the left of the 4, to indicate that it is the current selection. Compaq Confidential – Need to Know Required Writer: Everett Godaire Project: TL891 MiniLibrary System User's Guide Comments:...
Page 98 NOTE: The Expansion Unit is not on the list. Module 1 refers to the Base Module just below it. Compaq Confidential – Need to Know Required Writer: Everett Godaire Project: TL891 MiniLibrary System User's Guide Comments: Part Number: ER-TL891-UA.A01 File Name: d-ch3 Installation Last Saved On: 3/2/99 2:30 PM...
Page 99 4. Press the button repeatedly to return to the Default Screen. Escape Compaq Confidential – Need to Know Required Writer: Everett Godaire Project: TL891 MiniLibrary System User's Guide Comments: Part Number: ER-TL891-UA.A01 File Name: d-ch3 Installation Last Saved On: 3/2/99 2:30 PM...
Page 100 Storage element base = 0001, Transfer element base = 00F0, and Import/Export element base = 00E0. Compaq Confidential – Need to Know Required Writer: Everett Godaire Project: TL891 MiniLibrary System User's Guide Comments: Part Number: ER-TL891-UA.A01 File Name: d-ch3 Installation Last Saved On: 3/2/99 2:30 PM...
Page 101: Cleaning Cartridge
This feature is commonly called a mail slot. It is implemented using SCSI Import/Export elements. Compaq Confidential – Need to Know Required Writer: Everett Godaire Project: TL891 MiniLibrary System User's Guide Comments: Part Number: ER-TL891-UA.A01 File Name: d-ch3 Installation Last Saved On: 3/2/99 2:30 PM...
Page 102 If the displays on your control panel differ from those described here, you may find an up to date listing of configuration options on the Compaq Website listed in the front of this manual. Reference Table 3-2:...
Page 103 Sequential DLT 1 Sequential Split Sequential Mode: *Normal Recirculate continued Compaq Confidential – Need to Know Required Writer: Everett Godaire Project: TL891 MiniLibrary System User's Guide Comments: Part Number: ER-TL891-UA.A01 File Name: d-ch3 Installation Last Saved On: 3/2/99 2:30 PM...
Page 104 38,400 57,600 115,200 Set Serial Number Serial Number field continued Compaq Confidential – Need to Know Required Writer: Everett Godaire Project: TL891 MiniLibrary System User's Guide Comments: Part Number: ER-TL891-UA.A01 File Name: d-ch3 Installation Last Saved On: 3/2/99 2:30 PM...
Page 105 See Table 3-2, MiniLibrary Special Configuration Options. Set Defaults *Compaq Defaults Compaq Confidential – Need to Know Required Writer: Everett Godaire Project: TL891 MiniLibrary System User's Guide Comments: Part Number: ER-TL891-UA.A01 File Name: d-ch3 Installation Last Saved On: 3/2/99 2:30 PM...
Page 106 Not Ready Not Ready Busy Auto Close Enabled Enabled Disabled continued Compaq Confidential – Need to Know Required Writer: Everett Godaire Project: TL891 MiniLibrary System User's Guide Comments: Part Number: ER-TL891-UA.A01 File Name: d-ch3 Installation Last Saved On: 3/2/99 2:30 PM...
Page 107 Rec. Error (cnd) Rec. Error (uncd) No Sense On Request Compaq Confidential – Need to Know Required Writer: Everett Godaire Project: TL891 MiniLibrary System User's Guide Comments: Part Number: ER-TL891-UA.A01 File Name: d-ch3 Installation Last Saved On: 3/2/99 2:30 PM...
Page 109: How To Customize Configuration
Figure 4-1 shows a typical Default Screen. Yours may vary depending on the number of drives in your library Compaq Confidential – Need to Know Required Writer: Everett Godaire Project: TL891 MiniLibary System User's Guider Comments:...
Page 110 DLT0 Format DLT1 Format Figure 4-4. Drive Selection Submenu Compaq Confidential – Need to Know Required Writer: Everett Godaire Project: TL891 MiniLibary System User's Guider Comments: Part Number: ER-TL891-UA.A01 File Name: e-ch4 Configuration Last Saved On: 3/1/99 2:15 PM...
Page 111: Descriptions Of Configuration Options
Descriptions of Configuration Options The items available on the Configuration Menu are as follows: Compaq Confidential – Need to Know Required Writer: Everett Godaire Project: TL891 MiniLibary System User's Guider Comments: Part Number: ER-TL891-UA.A01 File Name: e-ch4 Configuration Last Saved On: 3/1/99 2:15 PM...
Page 112 Cartridges 0 through 4 are loaded sequentially into DLT0; cartridges 5 through 9 are loaded sequentially into DLT1. Compaq Confidential – Need to Know Required Writer: Everett Godaire Project: TL891 MiniLibary System User's Guider Comments: Part Number: ER-TL891-UA.A01 File Name: e-ch4 Configuration Last Saved On: 3/1/99 2:15 PM...
Page 113: Set Sequential Configuration
Show Status Menu Maintenance Menu Configure Menu Figure 4-6. Main Menu Compaq Confidential – Need to Know Required Writer: Everett Godaire Project: TL891 MiniLibary System User's Guider Comments: Part Number: ER-TL891-UA.A01 File Name: e-ch4 Configuration Last Saved On: 3/1/99 2:15 PM...
Page 114 4. Press again so the is next to *Random. Enter Compaq Confidential – Need to Know Required Writer: Everett Godaire Project: TL891 MiniLibary System User's Guider Comments: Part Number: ER-TL891-UA.A01 File Name: e-ch4 Configuration Last Saved On: 3/1/99 2:15 PM...
Page 115 *Standard. Use the to change to Enter Compaq Confidential – Need to Know Required Writer: Everett Godaire Project: TL891 MiniLibary System User's Guider Comments: Part Number: ER-TL891-UA.A01 File Name: e-ch4 Configuration Last Saved On: 3/1/99 2:15 PM...
Page 116 Storage element base = 0001h, Transfer element base = 00F0h. Set Date Enables you to set the module’s calendar. Compaq Confidential – Need to Know Required Writer: Everett Godaire Project: TL891 MiniLibary System User's Guider Comments: Part Number: ER-TL891-UA.A01 File Name: e-ch4 Configuration Last Saved On: 3/1/99 2:15 PM...
Page 117 If the displays on your control panel differ from those described here, you may find an up to date listing of configuration options on the Compaq Website listed in the front of this manual. Reference Table 4-1:...
Page 118 Sequential DLT 1 Sequential Split Sequential Mode: *Normal Recirculate continued Compaq Confidential – Need to Know Required Writer: Everett Godaire Project: TL891 MiniLibary System User's Guider Comments: Part Number: ER-TL891-UA.A01 File Name: e-ch4 Configuration Last Saved On: 3/1/99 2:15 PM...
Page 119 38,400 57,600 115,200 Set Serial Number Serial Number field continued Compaq Confidential – Need to Know Required Writer: Everett Godaire Project: TL891 MiniLibary System User's Guider Comments: Part Number: ER-TL891-UA.A01 File Name: e-ch4 Configuration Last Saved On: 3/1/99 2:15 PM...
Page 120 See Table 4-2, MiniLibrary Special Configuration Options. Set Defaults *Compaq Defaults Compaq Confidential – Need to Know Required Writer: Everett Godaire Project: TL891 MiniLibary System User's Guider Comments: Part Number: ER-TL891-UA.A01 File Name: e-ch4 Configuration Last Saved On: 3/1/99 2:15 PM...
Page 121 1-7 char Label Alignment Left Align Left Align Right Align Compaq Confidential – Need to Know Required Writer: Everett Godaire Project: TL891 MiniLibary System User's Guider Comments: Part Number: ER-TL891-UA.A01 File Name: e-ch4 Configuration Last Saved On: 3/1/99 2:15 PM...
Page 122 Rec. Error (cnd) Rec. Error (uncd) No Sense On Request Compaq Confidential – Need to Know Required Writer: Everett Godaire Project: TL891 MiniLibary System User's Guider Comments: Part Number: ER-TL891-UA.A01 File Name: e-ch4 Configuration Last Saved On: 3/1/99 2:15 PM...
Page 123 It is implemented using SCSI Import/Export elements. Compaq Confidential – Need to Know Required Writer: Everett Godaire Project: TL891 MiniLibary System User's Guider Comments: Part Number: ER-TL891-UA.A01 File Name: e-ch4 Configuration Last Saved On: 3/1/99 2:15 PM...
Page 124 This configuration option enables you to withdraw some of the slots in the Expansion Unit from use as storage slots in order to meet licensing requirements. Set Special Configuration This option contains predefined Compaq operational configurations. Refer to the Table 4-2, MiniLibrary Special Configuration Options for default configuration characteristics Set Default This option resets all of the preceding configuration options to their factory defaults, excepting Date and Time, which remain at their current settings.
Page 125: Regular Maintenance
A diagnostic diskette (Windows NT, Windows 95 Operating Systems) which allows for firmware updates, is included in the Accessories Kit. Compaq Confidential – Need to Know Required Writer: Everett Godaire Project: TL891 MiniLibrary System User's Guide Comments: Part Number: ER-TL891-UA.AO1 File Name: f-ch5 Regular Maintenance Last Saved On: 3/1/99 2:15 PM...
Page 126: Cleaning Cartridge
7. Press the Unlock/Open button on the front panel. 8. Insert the magazine into the Base Module. Compaq Confidential – Need to Know Required Writer: Everett Godaire Project: TL891 MiniLibrary System User's Guide Comments: Part Number: ER-TL891-UA.AO1 File Name: f-ch5 Regular Maintenance Last Saved On: 3/1/99 2:15 PM...
Page 127 ENTER To Execute ESCAPE To Cancel Figure 5-4. Cleaning Confirmation Screen Compaq Confidential – Need to Know Required Writer: Everett Godaire Project: TL891 MiniLibrary System User's Guide Comments: Part Number: ER-TL891-UA.AO1 File Name: f-ch5 Regular Maintenance Last Saved On: 3/1/99 2:15 PM...
Page 128 9. Using the key provided, lock the Magazine Security Lock on the front panel (optional). Compaq Confidential – Need to Know Required Writer: Everett Godaire Project: TL891 MiniLibrary System User's Guide Comments: Part Number: ER-TL891-UA.AO1 File Name: f-ch5 Regular Maintenance Last Saved On: 3/1/99 2:15 PM...
Page 129: Diagnostics And Troubleshooting
In most cases, these types of errors report an error message and an FSC to the control panel. The only Compaq Confidential – Need to Know Required Writer: Everett Godaire Project: TL891 MiniLibrary System User's Guide Comments:...
Page 130: Error Recovery
Error Recovery Procedures (ERP) are described in detail in Table 6-1. Fault Symptom Codes (FSC) are listed in Table 6-2. Compaq Confidential – Need to Know Required Writer: Everett Godaire Project: TL891 MiniLibrary System User's Guide Comments: Part Number: ER-TL891-UA.A01 File Name: g-ch6 Diagnostics and Troubleshooting Last Saved On: 3/3/99 11:54 AM...
Page 131: Troubleshooting
Normal operation impossible SHR-1280 Figure 6-1. Troubleshooting Flow Chart Compaq Confidential – Need to Know Required Writer: Everett Godaire Project: TL891 MiniLibrary System User's Guide Comments: Part Number: ER-TL891-UA.A01 File Name: g-ch6 Diagnostics and Troubleshooting Last Saved On: 3/3/99 11:54 AM...
Page 132 Invalid operation. Select parameters correctly and try again. Call Technical Support. Compaq Confidential – Need to Know Required Writer: Everett Godaire Project: TL891 MiniLibrary System User's Guide Comments: Part Number: ER-TL891-UA.A01 File Name: g-ch6 Diagnostics and Troubleshooting Last Saved On: 3/3/99 11:54 AM...
Page 133: Fault Symptom Codes (Fsc)
When a fault persists, the operator should look up the FSC in Table 6-2 to determine the error recovery procedure to be followed. If you call Compaq Technical Support about a fault condition, be sure to furnish the FSC to aid in identifying the problem.
Page 134 Executing an Immediate command in browser mode. continued Compaq Confidential – Need to Know Required Writer: Everett Godaire Project: TL891 MiniLibrary System User's Guide Comments: Part Number: ER-TL891-UA.A01 File Name: g-ch6 Diagnostics and Troubleshooting Last Saved On: 3/3/99 11:54 AM...
Page 135 A message sent from the control process was not valid. continued Compaq Confidential – Need to Know Required Writer: Everett Godaire Project: TL891 MiniLibrary System User's Guide Comments: Part Number: ER-TL891-UA.A01 File Name: g-ch6 Diagnostics and Troubleshooting Last Saved On: 3/3/99 11:54 AM...
Page 136 An error occurred while attempting to move the door. continued Compaq Confidential – Need to Know Required Writer: Everett Godaire Project: TL891 MiniLibrary System User's Guide Comments: Part Number: ER-TL891-UA.A01 File Name: g-ch6 Diagnostics and Troubleshooting Last Saved On: 3/3/99 11:54 AM...
Page 137 Compaq Confidential – Need to Know Required Writer: Everett Godaire Project: TL891 MiniLibrary System User's Guide Comments: Part Number: ER-TL891-UA.A01 File Name: g-ch6 Diagnostics and Troubleshooting Last Saved On: 3/3/99 11:54 AM...
Page 138 Compaq Confidential – Need to Know Required Writer: Everett Godaire Project: TL891 MiniLibrary System User's Guide Comments: Part Number: ER-TL891-UA.A01 File Name: g-ch6 Diagnostics and Troubleshooting Last Saved On: 3/3/99 11:54 AM...
Page 139 3001 Picker Retries Exceeded Remove from code. continued Compaq Confidential – Need to Know Required Writer: Everett Godaire Project: TL891 MiniLibrary System User's Guide Comments: Part Number: ER-TL891-UA.A01 File Name: g-ch6 Diagnostics and Troubleshooting Last Saved On: 3/3/99 11:54 AM...
Page 140 16 attempts. continued Compaq Confidential – Need to Know Required Writer: Everett Godaire Project: TL891 MiniLibrary System User's Guide Comments: Part Number: ER-TL891-UA.A01 File Name: g-ch6 Diagnostics and Troubleshooting Last Saved On: 3/3/99 11:54 AM...
Page 141 Compaq Confidential – Need to Know Required Writer: Everett Godaire Project: TL891 MiniLibrary System User's Guide Comments: Part Number: ER-TL891-UA.A01 File Name: g-ch6 Diagnostics and Troubleshooting Last Saved On: 3/3/99 11:54 AM...
Page 142 Compaq Confidential – Need to Know Required Writer: Everett Godaire Project: TL891 MiniLibrary System User's Guide Comments: Part Number: ER-TL891-UA.A01 File Name: g-ch6 Diagnostics and Troubleshooting Last Saved On: 3/3/99 11:54 AM...
Page 143 Barcode UART Error 4013 DLT 1 UART Error continued Compaq Confidential – Need to Know Required Writer: Everett Godaire Project: TL891 MiniLibrary System User's Guide Comments: Part Number: ER-TL891-UA.A01 File Name: g-ch6 Diagnostics and Troubleshooting Last Saved On: 3/3/99 11:54 AM...
Page 144 DLT drive locations are currently occupied with tape cartridges. continued Compaq Confidential – Need to Know Required Writer: Everett Godaire Project: TL891 MiniLibrary System User's Guide Comments: Part Number: ER-TL891-UA.A01 File Name: g-ch6 Diagnostics and Troubleshooting Last Saved On: 3/3/99 11:54 AM...
Page 145 Compaq Confidential – Need to Know Required Writer: Everett Godaire Project: TL891 MiniLibrary System User's Guide Comments: Part Number: ER-TL891-UA.A01 File Name: g-ch6 Diagnostics and Troubleshooting Last Saved On: 3/3/99 11:54 AM...
Page 146 Auto Cleaning Display message only -not an error. continued Compaq Confidential – Need to Know Required Writer: Everett Godaire Project: TL891 MiniLibrary System User's Guide Comments: Part Number: ER-TL891-UA.A01 File Name: g-ch6 Diagnostics and Troubleshooting Last Saved On: 3/3/99 11:54 AM...
Page 147 Compaq Confidential – Need to Know Required Writer: Everett Godaire Project: TL891 MiniLibrary System User's Guide Comments: Part Number: ER-TL891-UA.A01 File Name: g-ch6 Diagnostics and Troubleshooting Last Saved On: 3/3/99 11:54 AM...
Page 148 Slave’s acknowledge was invalid. continued Compaq Confidential – Need to Know Required Writer: Everett Godaire Project: TL891 MiniLibrary System User's Guide Comments: Part Number: ER-TL891-UA.A01 File Name: g-ch6 Diagnostics and Troubleshooting Last Saved On: 3/3/99 11:54 AM...
Page 149 Pkt ID Invalid 6026 No Slaves to Flash continued Compaq Confidential – Need to Know Required Writer: Everett Godaire Project: TL891 MiniLibrary System User's Guide Comments: Part Number: ER-TL891-UA.A01 File Name: g-ch6 Diagnostics and Troubleshooting Last Saved On: 3/3/99 11:54 AM...
Page 150 Status packet, but no Command is currently active. continued Compaq Confidential – Need to Know Required Writer: Everett Godaire Project: TL891 MiniLibrary System User's Guide Comments: Part Number: ER-TL891-UA.A01 File Name: g-ch6 Diagnostics and Troubleshooting Last Saved On: 3/3/99 11:54 AM...
Page 151 Flash Init Error B010 Boot UART 0 Error continued Compaq Confidential – Need to Know Required Writer: Everett Godaire Project: TL891 MiniLibrary System User's Guide Comments: Part Number: ER-TL891-UA.A01 File Name: g-ch6 Diagnostics and Troubleshooting Last Saved On: 3/3/99 11:54 AM...
Page 152 F012 Flash Program Error F013 Flash CRC Error Compaq Confidential – Need to Know Required Writer: Everett Godaire Project: TL891 MiniLibrary System User's Guide Comments: Part Number: ER-TL891-UA.A01 File Name: g-ch6 Diagnostics and Troubleshooting Last Saved On: 3/3/99 11:54 AM...
Page 153: Using Ce Diagnostics
Cartridge Cycle Friction Test Tach Feedback Scanner Feedback Compaq Confidential – Need to Know Required Writer: Everett Godaire Project: TL891 MiniLibrary System User's Guide Comments: Part Number: ER-TL891-UA.A01 File Name: g-ch6 Diagnostics and Troubleshooting Last Saved On: 3/3/99 11:54 AM...
Page 154: Using The Demo Submenu
Pressing the Escape button a second time terminates Demo 1 and returns to the Maintenance Menu. Compaq Confidential – Need to Know Required Writer: Everett Godaire Project: TL891 MiniLibrary System User's Guide Comments:...
Page 155: Appendix A Specifications
20.0 MB/sec mode Native Data Capacity (Per Cartridge) 35 GB Compaq Confidential – Need to Know Required Writer: Everett Godaire Project: TL891 MiniLibrary System User's Guide Comments: Part Number: ER-TL891-UA.AO1 File Name: h-appa Specifications Last Saved On: 3/1/99 2:17 PM...
Page 156 TL891 Base Module 1.8-1.2 A Expansion Unit 1.0-0.5A Line Frequency 50-60 Hertz Compaq Confidential – Need to Know Required Writer: Everett Godaire Project: TL891 MiniLibrary System User's Guide Comments: Part Number: ER-TL891-UA.AO1 File Name: h-appa Specifications Last Saved On: 3/1/99 2:17 PM...
Page 157 Expansion Unit (packed with pass-through mechanism) 75 lbs. (34 kg.) Compaq Confidential – Need to Know Required Writer: Everett Godaire Project: TL891 MiniLibrary System User's Guide Comments: Part Number: ER-TL891-UA.AO1 File Name: h-appa Specifications Last Saved On: 3/1/99 2:17 PM...
Page 158 Humidity Gradient 10%/hour Altitude -100 to +10,000 ft. (-305 to 15,250m) Compaq Confidential – Need to Know Required Writer: Everett Godaire Project: TL891 MiniLibrary System User's Guide Comments: Part Number: ER-TL891-UA.AO1 File Name: h-appa Specifications Last Saved On: 3/1/99 2:17 PM...
Page 159: Safety
EMC Directive, Low Voltage Directive Canadian UL Listed CSA 22.2 No. 950 Compaq Confidential – Need to Know Required Writer: Everett Godaire Project: TL891 MiniLibrary System User's Guide Comments: Part Number: ER-TL891-UA.AO1 File Name: h-appa Specifications Last Saved On: 3/1/99 2:17 PM...
Page 160: Electromagnetic Emission
Compaq Confidential – Need to Know Required Writer: Everett Godaire Project: TL891 MiniLibrary System User's Guide Comments:...
Page 161 Product Idle Operate Idle Operate TL891 MiniLibrary System NOTE: Current values for specific configurations are available from Compaq representatives 1 B = 10 dBA. Table A-12 Schallemissionswerte - Werteangaben nach ISO 9296 und ISO 7779 /DIN EN27779: Schalleistungspegel Schalldruckpege...
Page 162: Statement For Equipment Meeting Fcc Class A Requirements
Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help. Compaq Confidential – Need to Know Required Writer: Everett Godaire Project: TL891 MiniLibrary System User's Guide Comments: Part Number: ER-TL891-UA.AO1 File Name: h-appa Specifications Last Saved On: 3/1/99 2:17 PM...
Page 163: Equipment Meeting Vde Class B Requirements
Externe Datenkabel: Sollte ein Austausch der von Digital spezifizierten Datenkabel nötig werden, muß der Betriber für eine einwandfreie Funkentstörung sicherstellen, daß Austauschkabel im Aufbau und Abschirmqualität dem Compaq Originalkabel entsprechen. Compaq Confidential – Need to Know Required Writer: Everett Godaire Project: TL891 MiniLibrary System User's Guide Comments:...
Page 164: Vcci Notice For Japan Class I Equipment
TV receivers, etc. Read the instructions for correct handling. Compaq Confidential – Need to Know Required Writer: Everett Godaire Project: TL891 MiniLibrary System User's Guide Comments: Part Number: ER-TL891-UA.AO1 File Name: h-appa Specifications Last Saved On: 3/1/99 2:17 PM...
Page 165: Appendix B Accessories
This appendix lists the supplies available for the TL891 MiniLibrary. Data and Cleaning Cartridge Ordering Information You can order additional CompacTape Data or Cleaning Cartridges for the TL891 System by contacting your authorized Compaq reseller or by calling Compaq’s ordering service at1-800-345-1518. Table B-1 lists cartridge ordering part numbers.
Page 166: Bar Code Label And Magazine Ordering Information
B-2 TL891 MiniLibrary System User's Guide Bar Code Label and Magazine Ordering Information Additional Bar Code Labels or Magazines can be ordered by calling Compaq. Part numbers are provided in the following table. Table B-2 Bar Code Label and Magazine Part Numbers...
Page 167: Product Notes For Windows Nt And Novell Netware
Novell NetWare operating systems. Host SCSI Interface Compaq Corporation has tested and supports the TZ89 DLT Cartridge Tape Drive under the Windows NT and Novell NetWare operating systems. The TZ89 DLT Cartridge Tape Drive uses the standard SCSI-2 command set to interface to a PC-based host system.
Page 168 Additionally, Compaq Computer Corporation publishes a list of commercial software products that support the TZ89. When choosing a software product to operate your tape drive, follow the software vendor’s installation procedure to implement support for your tape drive.
Page 169: Product Notes For Sun
Compression can be enabled or disabled at any time, with the change taking effect immediately when writing TZ89 density. Compaq Confidential – Need to Know Required Writer: Everett Godaire Project: TL891 MiniLibrary System User's Guide Comments: Part Number: ER-TL891-UA.A01 File Name: k-appd Product Notes for Sun Last Saved On: 3/1/99 2:18 PM...
Page 170 CT-III = CompacTape III Data Cartridge CT-IV = CompacTape IV Data Cartridge Compaq Confidential – Need to Know Required Writer: Everett Godaire Project: TL891 MiniLibrary System User's Guide Comments: Part Number: ER-TL891-UA.A01 File Name: k-appd Product Notes for Sun Last Saved On: 3/1/99 2:18 PM...
Page 171: Modifications Required For Solaris 2.4 (Or Later
The second parameter (0x36) is the tape type, specifying “other” tape drive. (This is defined in /usr/include/sys/mtio.h.) Compaq Confidential – Need to Know Required Writer: Everett Godaire Project: TL891 MiniLibrary System User's Guide Comments: Part Number: ER-TL891-UA.A01 File Name: k-appd Product Notes for Sun Last Saved On: 3/1/99 2:18 PM...
Page 172 Table D–1 which lists all other valid density values. Refer to Table D–1 for other density settings. Compaq Confidential – Need to Know Required Writer: Everett Godaire Project: TL891 MiniLibrary System User's Guide Comments: Part Number: ER-TL891-UA.A01 File Name: k-appd Product Notes for Sun Last Saved On: 3/1/99 2:18 PM...
Page 173 Compaq Confidential – Need to Know Required Writer: Everett Godaire Project: TL891 MiniLibrary System User's Guide Comments: Part Number: ER-TL891-UA.A01 File Name: k-appd Product Notes for Sun Last Saved On: 3/1/99 2:18 PM...
Page 174 Where: = CompacTape IV Data Cartridge CT-IV Compaq Confidential – Need to Know Required Writer: Everett Godaire Project: TL891 MiniLibrary System User's Guide Comments: Part Number: ER-TL891-UA.A01 File Name: k-appd Product Notes for Sun Last Saved On: 3/1/99 2:18 PM...
Page 175 /dev/rst4 The system responds with /etc/passwd Compaq Confidential – Need to Know Required Writer: Everett Godaire Project: TL891 MiniLibrary System User's Guide Comments: Part Number: ER-TL891-UA.A01 File Name: k-appd Product Notes for Sun Last Saved On: 3/1/99 2:18 PM...
Page 176 (/dev/rdsk/c0t3d0s6) onto the tape drive: ufsdump 0dbf 85937 126 /dev/rst4/dev/rdsk/c0t3d0s6 Compaq Confidential – Need to Know Required Writer: Everett Godaire Project: TL891 MiniLibrary System User's Guide Comments: Part Number: ER-TL891-UA.A01 File Name: k-appd Product Notes for Sun Last Saved On: 3/1/99 2:18 PM...
Page 177: Product Notes For Ibm Rs/6000
2. Select menu entry "Configure the devices you have added after the IPL". 3. Select menu entry "Change/show the characteristics". Compaq Confidential – Need to Know Required Writer: Everett Godaire Project: TL891 MiniLibrary System User's Guide Comments: Part Number: ER-TL891-UA.A01 File Name: l-appe Product Notes for IBM RS Last Saved On: 3/1/99 2:19 PM...
Page 178 # chdev –l rmt0 –a block_size=0 rmt0 changed Compaq Confidential – Need to Know Required Writer: Everett Godaire Project: TL891 MiniLibrary System User's Guide Comments: Part Number: ER-TL891-UA.A01 File Name: l-appe Product Notes for IBM RS Last Saved On: 3/1/99 2:19 PM...
Page 179 TZ89 – 85937 bpi, 52 quad tracks, serial cartridge tape, 70 GB (with compression) Compaq Confidential – Need to Know Required Writer: Everett Godaire Project: TL891 MiniLibrary System User's Guide Comments: Part Number: ER-TL891-UA.A01 File Name: l-appe Product Notes for IBM RS Last Saved On: 3/1/99 2:19 PM...
Page 180 The density value can be useful in reading tapes on earlier TK85, TZ86, TZ87, and TZ88 cartridges. Compaq recommends changing the block size of the TZ89 DLT Cartridge SBB Tape Drive or Tabletop Tape Drive to the maximum allowed by the operating system, utility, or application.
Page 181: Adding A Second Tape Drive
SHR-1201 Figure F-1. Parts Location Compaq Confidential – Need to Know Required Writer: Everett Godaire Project: TL891 MiniLibary System User's Guide Comments: Part Number: ER-TL891-UA. A01 File Name: m-appf Addding a Second Tape Drive Last Saved On: 3/1/99 1:26 PM...
Page 182: Overall Procedure
The skin cover is held in place by two captive screws near the top of the front panel, and two screws on each side of the base module (Figure F-2). Compaq Confidential – Need to Know Required Writer: Everett Godaire Project: TL891 MiniLibary System User's Guide Comments:...
Page 183 5. Tighten the two screws into the base module. Compaq Confidential – Need to Know Required Writer: Everett Godaire Project: TL891 MiniLibary System User's Guide Comments: Part Number: ER-TL891-UA. A01 File Name: m-appf Addding a Second Tape Drive Last Saved On: 3/1/99 1:26 PM...
Page 184: Removing And Replacing The Cover Plate
Removing and Replacing the Skin Cover (Desktop Models Only). Compaq Confidential – Need to Know Required Writer: Everett Godaire Project: TL891 MiniLibary System User's Guide Comments: Part Number: ER-TL891-UA. A01 File Name: m-appf Addding a Second Tape Drive Last Saved On: 3/1/99 1:26 PM...
Page 185: Removing And Replacing The Drive Caddy Assembly
2. Disconnect the SCSI cable connectors (1) ( Figure F-4) from the controller SCSI extension cable. Compaq Confidential – Need to Know Required Writer: Everett Godaire Project: TL891 MiniLibary System User's Guide Comments: Part Number: ER-TL891-UA. A01 File Name: m-appf Addding a Second Tape Drive Last Saved On: 3/1/99 1:26 PM...
Page 186 Compaq Confidential – Need to Know Required Writer: Everett Godaire Project: TL891 MiniLibary System User's Guide Comments: Part Number: ER-TL891-UA. A01 File Name: m-appf Addding a Second Tape Drive Last Saved On: 3/1/99 1:26 PM...
Page 187: Installing The Second Tape Drive
2. Slide the blank panel out of the drive caddy assembly. Compaq Confidential – Need to Know Required Writer: Everett Godaire Project: TL891 MiniLibary System User's Guide Comments: Part Number: ER-TL891-UA. A01 File Name: m-appf Addding a Second Tape Drive Last Saved On: 3/1/99 1:26 PM...
Page 188 12. Replace the drive caddy assembly as described in Removing and Replacing the Drive Caddy Assembly. Compaq Confidential – Need to Know Required Writer: Everett Godaire Project: TL891 MiniLibary System User's Guide Comments: Part Number: ER-TL891-UA. A01 File Name: m-appf Addding a Second Tape Drive Last Saved On: 3/1/99 1:26 PM...
Page 189: Information On Pass-Through Section Covers
Figure G-1 shows the cover assembly side plate (1) and Figure G-2 shows the mechanism section cover (2). Compaq Confidential – Need to Know Required Writer: Everett Godaire Project: TL891 MiniLibrary System User's Guide Comments: Part Number: ER-TL891-UA.A01 File Name: o-appg Information on Pass-Through Section Covers Last Saved On: 3/1/99 2:19 PM...
Page 190 SHR-1225 Figure G-2. Mechanism Section Cover Compaq Confidential – Need to Know Required Writer: Everett Godaire Project: TL891 MiniLibrary System User's Guide Comments: Part Number: ER-TL891-UA.A01 File Name: o-appg Information on Pass-Through Section Covers Last Saved On: 3/1/99 2:19 PM...
Page 191: Tape Drives And Cartridges
The Following guidelines will help protect your valuable data. Compaq Confidential – Need to Know Required Writer: Everett Godaire Project: TL891 MiniLibrary System User's Guide Comments: Part Number: ER-TL891-UA.01 File Name: p-apph Tape Drives and Cartridges Last Saved On: 3/3/99 10:43 AM...
Page 192 24 hours before using it. Compaq Confidential – Need to Know Required Writer: Everett Godaire Project: TL891 MiniLibrary System User's Guide Comments: Part Number: ER-TL891-UA.01 File Name: p-apph Tape Drives and Cartridges Last Saved On: 3/3/99 10:43 AM...
Page 193: Checking A Cartridge For Damage
Figure H-1. Opening the cartridge door Slide lever Cartridge (takeup) leader Compaq Confidential – Need to Know Required Writer: Everett Godaire Project: TL891 MiniLibrary System User's Guide Comments: Part Number: ER-TL891-UA.01 File Name: p-apph Tape Drives and Cartridges Last Saved On: 3/3/99 10:43 AM...
Page 194 Takeup Leader Notch Not Acceptable Takeup Leader Nose Compaq Confidential – Need to Know Required Writer: Everett Godaire Project: TL891 MiniLibrary System User's Guide Comments: Part Number: ER-TL891-UA.01 File Name: p-apph Tape Drives and Cartridges Last Saved On: 3/3/99 10:43 AM...
Page 195 6. Verify that the hub reel is flush with the case surface. If the hub reel is compressed it could become misaligned Compaq Confidential – Need to Know Required Writer: Everett Godaire Project: TL891 MiniLibrary System User's Guide Comments: Part Number: ER-TL891-UA.01 File Name: p-apph Tape Drives and Cartridges Last Saved On: 3/3/99 10:43 AM...
Page 196: Archival Guidelines
Duration:: 30 years (at 20 C and 40% relative humidity, non-condensing) Compaq Confidential – Need to Know Required Writer: Everett Godaire Project: TL891 MiniLibrary System User's Guide Comments: Part Number: ER-TL891-UA.01 File Name: p-apph Tape Drives and Cartridges Last Saved On: 3/3/99 10:43 AM...
Page 197: Cleaning Guidelines
If the problem persists after two cleanings, contact Compaq for service. Compaq Confidential – Need to Know Required Writer: Everett Godaire Project: TL891 MiniLibrary System User's Guide Comments: Part Number: ER-TL891-UA.01 File Name: p-apph Tape Drives and Cartridges Last Saved On: 3/3/99 10:43 AM...
Page 198 Compaq Confidential – Need to Know Required Writer: Everett Godaire Project: TL891 MiniLibrary System User's Guide Comments: Part Number: ER-TL891-UA.01 File Name: p-apph Tape Drives and Cartridges Last Saved On: 3/3/99 10:43 AM...
Page 199: Cleaning The Tape Drive Heads
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Page 200: Preparing Cartridges For Use
CompacTape IV cartridges. For best performance, use CompacTape IV cartridges in the library. DO NOT use CompacTape I or CompacTape II cartridges. NOTE: To order additional tape cartridges, contact you Compaq authorized dealer or resealler. Applying Bar Code Labels Before placing a cartridge in the library, you must apply a bar code label that uniquely identifies it to the library.
Page 201 Figure H-4. Write-protecting a cartridge write-protect switch orange protection tab Compaq Confidential – Need to Know Required Writer: Everett Godaire Project: TL891 MiniLibrary System User's Guide Comments: Part Number: ER-TL891-UA.01 File Name: p-apph Tape Drives and Cartridges Last Saved On: 3/3/99 10:43 AM...
Page 202 To change tape density, issue the appropriate commands from the application software on your host computer.. Compaq Confidential – Need to Know Required Writer: Everett Godaire Project: TL891 MiniLibrary System User's Guide Comments: Part Number: ER-TL891-UA.01 File Name: p-apph Tape Drives and Cartridges Last Saved On: 3/3/99 10:43 AM...
Page 203 When all right-side indicators blink, an error has occurred. To clear the error, press the Unload button. Compaq Confidential – Need to Know Required Writer: Everett Godaire Project: TL891 MiniLibrary System User's Guide Comments: Part Number: ER-TL891-UA.01 File Name: p-apph Tape Drives and Cartridges Last Saved On: 3/3/99 10:43 AM...
Page 205 Cabling 3-1 Demo Submenu 6-26 Capacity 1-12 Density Codes for Solaris D-2 Compaq Confidential – Need to Know Required Writer: Everett Godaire Project: TL891 MiniLibrary System User's Guide Comments: Part Number: ER-TL891-UA.A01 File Name: q-index Last Saved On: 3/3/99 12:15 PM...
Page 206 Front Panel 2-1 Magazine Security Lock 1-8 Front Panel and Media Locks 2-8 Compaq Confidential – Need to Know Required Writer: Everett Godaire Project: TL891 MiniLibrary System User's Guide Comments: Part Number: ER-TL891-UA.A01 File Name: q-index Last Saved On: 3/3/99 12:15 PM...
Page 207 Product Notes for IBM Set Reserved Slots 3-44 RS/6000 E-1 Set SCSI 4-4 Compaq Confidential – Need to Know Required Writer: Everett Godaire Project: TL891 MiniLibrary System User's Guide Comments: Part Number: ER-TL891-UA.A01 File Name: q-index Last Saved On: 3/3/99 12:15 PM...
Page 208 Tape Drive Control Panel H-13 Tape Drives and Cartridges H-1 Tape Requirements 2-30 Compaq Confidential – Need to Know Required Writer: Everett Godaire Project: TL891 MiniLibrary System User's Guide Comments: Part Number: ER-TL891-UA.A01 File Name: q-index Last Saved On: 3/3/99 12:15 PM...

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About this Guide

Chapter 1 Introduction

Chapter 2 Operation

Chapter 3 Installation

Chapter 4 Configuration

Chapter 5 Regular Maintenance

Chapter 6 Diagnostics and Troubleshooting

Appendix A Specifications

Appendix B Accessories

Appendix C Product Notes for Windows NT and Novell Netware

Appendix E

Appendix D Product Notes for Sun

Product Notes for IBM RS/6000

Appendix F Adding a Second Tape Drive

Appendix G Information on Pass-Through Section Covers

Appendix H Tape Drives and Cartridges

Quick Links

Troubleshooting

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