Tape Library Hardware Operator's Guide

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General Information

This chapter describes the library storage module (LSM) for an automated

cartridge system (ACS). An ACS is a removable media, robotic system that

mounts cartridges into storage cells, tape drives, cartridge access port (CAP), or

cartridge exchange mechanism (CEM).

Figure 1-1 on page 1-2 and Figure 1-2 on page 1-3 show the location of the major

components for the LSM.

■ Library Storage Module Components

The LSM has four major components:

• A robot

• A cartridge access port (CAP) that holds up to 14 cartridges

• Storage cells for 326 or 494 cartridges

•An optional cartridge exchange mechanism (CEM)

Attached to the rear of the LSM is either:

• A cartridge drive that houses 9490 or SD-3 controller transport units

• A 9741 or 9741E Drive Cabinet that houses DLT and/or T9840 drives

• An expanded 9741 Drive Cabinet with T9940 drives

Supported tape drives for this LSM include:

• 9490 or SD-3 cartridge transport units (CTUs)

•DLT drives

• T9840 or T9940 tape drives

• A combination of DLT and T9840 or T9940 tape drives