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SuperLoader 3

SuperLoader™ 3

Quick Start Guide

The Quantum

SuperLoader™ 3 is an automated storage and retrieval

device consisting of a tape drive and up to two tape magazines holding up

to eight cartridges each.

For more information, see the

Quantum SuperLoader 3 User’s Guide

(PN 81-81317) on the documentation CD provided with your autoloader.

This quick start guide uses the following conventions:

Note: Notes emphasize important information related to the main topic.

Caution: Cautions indicate potential hazards to equipment and are

included to prevent damage to equipment.

WARNING: Warnings indicate potential hazards to personal safety and

are included to prevent injury.

This document explains how to unpack the SuperLoader 3 and install it in a

standard 19-inch rack.

Contents

Choosing a Location...............................2

Preparing for the Installation.................2

Providing Necessary Tools ..................3

Taking ESD Precautions ......................3

Preparing for Rack Mounting.............3

Unpacking the Autoloader .....................4

Checking Accessories .........................5

Rack Mounting the Autoloader..............6

Autoloader Panel Overviews ................11

SCSI Bus Requirements.........................12

General Information.........................12

Connecting SCSI, SAS, or Fibre Channel

and Power Cables.................................13

SAS 1 and SAS 2 Connectors............12

Setting the SCSI ID ...............................17

Preparing the Host and Verifying the

Connection ...........................................17

Windows Operating System Support...18

Autoloader Device Driver .................18

Tape Drive Device Driver...................19

After the Installation............................19

Summary of content (20 pages)

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SuperLoader 3 Contents Choosing a Location...............................2 Preparing for the Installation.................2 Providing Necessary Tools ..................3 Taking ESD Precautions ......................3 SuperLoader™ 3 Quick Start Guide ® The Quantum SuperLoader™ 3 is an automated storage and retrieval device consisting of a tape drive and up to two tape magazines holding up to eight cartridges each.
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SuperLoader 3 Quick Start Guide Choosing a Location The autoloader is designed to fit in a standard 19-inch rack using either the long or short brackets (depending on the depth of the rack). The autoloader uses standard rack mounting hardware.
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SuperLoader 3 • Preparing for Rack Mounting Providing Necessary Tools Provide the following tools for unpacking and installing the autoloader: • #2 Phillips screwdriver • Level • Antistatic wrist strap Taking ESD Precautions Some components within the autoloader contain static-sensitive parts. To avoid damaging these parts while performing installation procedures, always observe the following precautions: • Ensure that the work area is free from conditions that could cause electrostatic discharge (ESD).
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SuperLoader 3 Quick Start Guide 4 Verify that the total current of all rack mounted components (including the autoloader) will not exceed the current rating of the power distribution unit or outlet receptacles. 5 Secure the help of at least one other person. At least two people are required to safely install the autoloader into a rack cabinet. WARNING: Failure to take these safety steps may result in personal injury or equipment damage.
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SuperLoader 3 5 Remove the foam insert from the magazine bay of the autoloader. Save the packing materials in case you need to move or ship the autoloader in the future. Note: If the cover must be taken off, there are 26 screws that need to be removed.
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SuperLoader 3 Quick Start Guide Figure 1 Rack Mount Hardware Support brackets (74-60605-01) Short autoloader brackets (72-A225-A) Long autoloader brackets (72-A226-A) Support bracket screws 72-A348-A (4) or 90-60227-50 (4) Rack Mounting the Autoloader This section provides the steps for attaching the autoloader directly to the stationary rails of a rack. Refer to table 1 for information on common rack hole types.
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SuperLoader 3 Figure Description Threaded holes require neither cage or clip nuts to accept mounting hardware. Note: The rails within the rack have a hole pattern that repeats throughout the rail. 1 Install two clip nuts, 1.75 in. (44.45 mm) apart, onto each of the four rails of the rack, making sure that you install each pair of clip nuts at exactly the same level (see figure 2). Figure 2 Installing Two Clip Nuts Rail Rail Clip nut Outer covers of the rack 1.75 in (44.
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SuperLoader 3 Quick Start Guide Figure 3 Attaching Autoloader Brackets Autoloader Screws (10-32 x 1/4 only) Autoloader bracket 3 Using rack screws, attach a support bracket to the clip nuts on each rear rail (see figure 4). Note: Be sure to attach the support brackets correctly; the side of the bracket with only two holes should be secured to the rail.
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SuperLoader 3 Figure 4 Attaching Support Brackets Clip nuts Support bracket Rack screws Rear rail in rack Outer cover of rack 4 With the help of a second installer, insert the autoloader into the rack so that the autoloader brackets slide into corresponding support brackets on the rear rails and the tabs at the front of the autoloader align flush with the clip nuts on the front rails (see figure 5). Caution: Do not release the front end of the autoloader until it can be secured to the rack.
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SuperLoader 3 Quick Start Guide Figure 5 Sliding Autoloader into Rack Autoloader bracket Support bracket 5 While the other installer holds the front end of the autoloader, secure the front end of the autoloader to the rack using four rack screws (two per tab) as shown in figure 6. Tighten the screws just enough to secure the autoloader to the front rails.
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SuperLoader 3 Figure 7 Connecting Support Brackets Support bracket Autoloader bracket Screws 7 Verify that the autoloader is level. Adjust as needed. 8 When the autoloader is level, tighten all screws securing the autoloader to the rack. This includes the following: • Four screws securing the autoloader tabs to the front rails. • Four screws securing the support brackets to the rear rails. • Four screws securing the autoloader brackets to the support brackets.
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SuperLoader 3 Quick Start Guide 4 Front panel LCD screen 5 Function keys 6 Left magazine (or blank) 7 Right magazine (or blank) The Ethernet connector on the back panel allows you to connect to the autoloader remote management interface.
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SuperLoader 3 Note: The maximum number of autoloaders supported per SCSI bus is two. The autoloader may not work with multiple SCSI LUNs when attached to a RAID controller. The autoloader is not recommended for use with a RAID controller. If this situation occurs, it is recommended that the autoloader be attached to a separate SCSI bus controller on the host or server.
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SuperLoader 3 Quick Start Guide LTO-5 Tape Drive SAS Connectors SuperLoader 3 systems with a LTO-5 tape drive contain a SAS 2 connector (see Figure 11). Figure 11 SAS 2 Connector Notch in SAS 2 connectors Connector shown outside of system for clarity. The SAS 2 connector contains a notch that allows SAS 2 cables that are longer than 4 meters to be connected to the device. Note: Quantum recommends using SAS cables that are no longer than 4 meters when connecting to a host.
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SuperLoader 3 Figure 12 Cable Connectors (Fibre Channel Tape Drive) LC Fibre Channel connector Ethernet cable Figure 13 Cable Connectors (SAS Tape Drive) SFF 8088 SAS connector Ethernet cable Figure 14 Cable Connectors (SCSI Tape Drive) HD 68-pin SCSI connectors SCSI terminator SCSI cable Ethernet cable Connecting SCSI, SAS, or Fibre Channel and Power Cables 15
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SuperLoader 3 Quick Start Guide If the supplied SCSI cable does not fit the connector on your SCSI host adapter, you either have an incompatible SCSI host adapter or you need to purchase a cable adapter. Contact your service representative or your SCSI host adapter manufacturer for information. 4 Attach the terminator to the remaining SCSI connector on the back panel (see figure 14) of the autoloader (if the autoloader is the last or only device on the SCSI bus).
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SuperLoader 3 Setting the SCSI ID Each SCSI device attached to a server or workstation must have a unique SCSI ID from 0 through 7. The default SCSI ID is 5 for the SuperLoader 3. To change the SCSI ID for the SuperLoader 3: 1 If the main menu is not already visible, press Enter. 2 On the main menu, scroll to Configuration and press Enter. 3 On the Configuration submenu, scroll to SCSI ID and press Enter. 4 Scroll to the number you want to set as the autoloader's SCSI ID, then press Enter.
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SuperLoader 3 Quick Start Guide • Ensure the autoloader is properly terminated. If the autoloader is the only SCSI device other than the SCSI host adapter on the selected SCSI bus, it must be terminated. Likewise, if the autoloader is physically the last SCSI device on the SCSI bus, it must be terminated. Only the devices physically at the beginning and end of the SCSI bus should be terminated. If the host is located at the beginning of the SCSI bus, the host should already have a terminator installed.
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SuperLoader 3 Tape Drive Device Driver For the tape drive (within the autoloader) device driver, go to one of the following: • For the LTO-2 drive, go to: http://www.quantum.com/ServiceandSupport/ SoftwareandDocumentationDownloads/LTO-2Drives/Index.aspx#Drivers. • For the LTO-3 drive, go to: http://www.quantum.com/ServiceandSupport/ SoftwareandDocumentationDownloads/LTO-3Drives/Index.aspx#Drivers. • For the HP LTO-4 SCSI drive, go to: Software and Driver Downloads at the HP Web site.
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SuperLoader 3 Quick Start Guide *81-81313-05* 20 81-81313-05 Rev A, February 2010 For assistance, contact the Quantum Customer Support Center: USA: 800-284-5101 (toll free) or 949-725-2100 EMEA: 00800-4-782-6886 (toll free) or +49 6131 3241 1164 APAC: +800 7826 8887 (toll free) or +603 7953 3010 Worldwide: http://www.quantum.com/ServiceandSupport Backup. Recovery. Archive. It’s What We Do. ©2010 Quantum Corporation. All rights reserved.