Technical information

9871 Tenth Edition 1-7
Tape Drives
Internal Fire Suppression System Ports
The LSM contains two ports to which the user may connect a fire suppression
system. This system, as well as its controls and sensors, is supplied by a third-
party vendor. A StorageTek marketing representative can provide more
information.
Robot Obstruction Search
During initialization, the robot moves slowly and sweeps through its full range
of motion. In this mode, current to the theta motor is limited, and you can stop
the robot with your hand. If any physical obstruction prevents the robot from
moving, the robot stops and an error is posted. If the robot movement is
disturbed but not completely stopped, the robot continues to sweep, but an
error is posted at the end of initialization and the robot does not go into normal
move mode.
■ Tape Drives
Tape drives can be attached to Panels 1 and 3 of the LSM.
Note: The 9360 supports a maximum of two drive types. For example, the LSM
may contain: (1) 9840 and TimberLine drives, (2) 9840 and SD-3 drives,
or (3) TimberLine and SD-3 drives.
The LSM cannot support 9840, SD-3, and Timberline drives.
The 9360 LSM works with the following tape drives:
• 4480 (18-track) Cartridge Subsystem
• 4490 (36-track) Cartridge Subsystem
• 9490 (36-track) Cartridge Subsystem [TimberLine]
• 9840 (288-track) Tape Drive
• SD-3 (helical scan) Cartridge Subsystem [RedWood]
• T9940 (288-track) Tape Drive
Notes:
1. The 9840 and T9940 drives require a 9741 Drive Cabinet.
2. 4480 or 4490 cartridge drives contain two or four tape transports.
3. 9490 cartridge drives contain two or four controller/transport units
(CTUs).
4. SD-3 cartridge drives contain from one to four CTUs.