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TL891 MiniLibrary System User's

Guide

First Edition (March 1999)

Part Number ER-TL891-UA. A01

Compaq Computer Corporation

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Notice

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TL891 MiniLibrary System User's Guide

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Contents

About This Guide

Text Conventions .................................................................................................vii

Symbols in Text ..................................................................................................viii

Symbols on Equipment........................................................................................viii

Rack Stability........................................................................................................ix

Getting Help..........................................................................................................ix

Compaq Technical Support.............................................................................ix

Compaq Website .............................................................................................x

Compaq Authorized Reseller ...........................................................................x

Chapter 1

Introduction

Modules .......................................................................................................1-1

The Expansion Unit......................................................................................1-3

The Base Module..........................................................................................1-3

SCSI Interface Configurations.......................................................................1-4

SCSI Bus Performance Considerations..........................................................1-4

Physical Configuration..................................................................................1-5

System Expansion.........................................................................................1-5

Features........................................................................................................1-6

Advanced Design Features..........................................................................1-12

Chapter 2

Operation

Expansion Unit.............................................................................................2-1

Starting the System.......................................................................................2-8

The MiniLibrary Menu Structure ................................................................2-12

Inserting and Removing Cartridges .............................................................2-24

Inserting a Magazine...................................................................................2-28

Base Module...............................................................................................2-29

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Chapter 3

Installation

Introduction..................................................................................................3-1

Planning Your Installation ............................................................................3-3

Mechanical Installation.................................................................................3-4

Chapter 4

Configuration

How to Customize Configuration..................................................................4-1

Descriptions of Configuration Options..........................................................4-3

Chapter 5

Regular Maintenance

Cleaning Cartridge........................................................................................5-2

Chapter 6

Diagnostics and Troubleshooting

Diagnosing Problems....................................................................................6-1

Error Recovery.............................................................................................6-2

Fault Symptom Codes (FSC) ........................................................................6-5

Using CE Diagnostics.................................................................................6-25

Using the Demo Submenu ..........................................................................6-26

Appendix A

Specifications

Safety.......................................................................................................... A-5

Electromagnetic Emission............................................................................ A-6

Statement for Equipment Meeting FCC Class A Requirements.....................A-8

Equipment Meeting VDE Class B Requirements.......................................... A-9

(VFG 1046/84 and VFG 243/91 for Germany)............................................. A-9

VCCI Notice for Japan Class I Equipment.................................................. A-10

Appendix B

Accessories

Data and Cleaning Cartridge Ordering Information ...................................... B-1

Bar Code Label and Magazine Ordering Information.................................... B-2

Appendix C

Product Notes for Windows NT and Novell NetWare

Host SCSI Interface..................................................................................... C-1

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Appendix D

Product Notes for Sun

General Information.....................................................................................D-1

Modifications Required for Solaris 2.4 (or later)........................................... D-3

Appendix E

Product Notes for IBM RS/6000

Modifications Required to Operate the TZ89 DLT Cartridge SBB Tape

Drive or Tabletop Drive with AIX 4.1.4 (or later)..........................................E-1

Appendix F

Adding a Second Tape Drive

Parts Location .....................................................................................................F-1

Overall Procedure................................................................................................F-2

Removing and Replacing the Skin Cover (Desktop Models Only)..................F-2

Removing and Replacing the Cover Plate......................................................F-4

Removing and Replacing the Drive Caddy Assembly....................................F-5

Installing the Second Tape Drive...................................................................F-7

Appendix G

Information on Pass-Through Section Covers

Pass-Through Section Covers .............................................................................G-1

Appendix H

Tape Drives and Cartridges

Care and Handling of Cartridges..................................................................H-1

Checking a Cartridge for Damage ................................................................H-3

Archival Guidelines............................................................................................ H-6

Transportation Guidelines............................................................................H-6

Cleaning Guidelines..................................................................................... H-7

Cleaning the Tape Drive Heads....................................................................H-9

Preparing Cartridges for Use...................................................................... H-10

Index

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About This Guide

This guide is designed to be used as step-by-step instructions for installation

and as a reference for operation, troubleshooting, and future upgrades.

Text Conventions

This document uses the following conventions to distinguish elements of text:

Keys Keys appear in boldface. A plus sign (+) between

two keys indicates that they should be pressed

simultaneously.

USER INPUT User input appears in a different typeface and in

uppercase.

FILENAMES File names appear in uppercase italics.

Menu Options,

Command Names,

Dialog Box Names

These elements appear in initial capital letters.

COMMANDS,

DIRECTORY NAMES,

and DRIVE NAMES

These elements appear in uppercase.

Type When you are instructed to type information, type

the information without pressing the Enter key.

Enter When you are instructed to enter information, type

the information and then press the Enter key.

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Symbols in Text

These symbols may be found in the text of this guide. They have the following

meanings.

WARNING: Text set off in this manner indicates that failure to follow directions

in the warning could result in bodily harm or loss of life.

CAUTION: Text set off in this manner indicates that failure to follow directions

could result in damage to equipment or loss of information.

IMPORTANT: Text set off in this manner presents clarifying information or specific

instructions.

NOTE: Text set off in this manner presents commentary, sidelights, or interesting points

of information.

Symbols on Equipment

These icons may be located on equipment in areas where hazardous conditions

may exist.

Any surface or area of the equipment marked with these symbols

indicates the presence of electrical shock hazards. Enclosed area

contains no operator serviceable parts.

WARNING: To reduce the risk of injury from electrical shock hazards,

do not open this enclosure.

Any RJ-45 receptacle marked with these symbols indicates a Network

Interface Connection.

WARNING: To reduce the risk of electrical shock, fire, or damage to

the equipment, do not plug telephone or telecommunications

connectors into this receptacle.

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Any surface or area of the equipment marked with these symbols

indicates the presence of a hot surface or hot component. If this

surface is contacted, the potential for injury exists.

WARNING: To reduce the risk of injury from a hot component, allow

the surface to cool before touching.

Power Supplies or Systems marked with these symbols

indicate the equipment is supplied by multiple sources of

power.

WARNING: To reduce the risk of injury from electrical shock,

remove all power cords to completely disconnect power from

the system.

Rack Stability

WARNING: To reduce the risk of personal injury or damage to the equipment,

be sure that:

■The leveling jacks are extended to the floor.

■The full weight of the rack rests on the leveling jacks.

■The stabilizing feet are attached to the rack if it is a single rack

installations.

■The racks are coupled together in multiple rack installations.

■A rack may become unstable if more than one component is extended for

any reason. Extend only one component at a time.

Getting Help

If you have a problem and have exhausted the information in this guide, you

can get further information and other help in the following locations.

Compaq Technical Support

You are entitled to free hardware technical telephone support for your product

for as long you own the product. A technical support specialist will help you

diagnose the problem or guide you to the next step in the warranty process.

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In North America, call the Compaq Technical Phone Support Center at

1-800-OK-COMPAQ1. This service is available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.

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:

■Technical support registration number (if applicable)

■Product serial number (s)

■Product model name(s) and numbers(s)

■Applicable error messages

■Add-on boards or hardware

■Third-party hardware or software

■Operating system type and revision level

■Detailed, specific questions

Compaq Website

The Compaq website has information on this product as well as the latest

drivers and Flash ROM images. You can access the Compaq website by

logging on to the Internet at http://www.compaq.com.

Compaq Authorized Reseller

For the name of your nearest Compaq Authorized Reseller:

■In the United States, call 1-800-345-1518.

■In Canada, call 1-800-263-5868.

■Elsewhere, see the Compaq website for locations and telephone

numbers.

1For continuous quality improvement, calls may be recorded or monitored.

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