HP StorageWorks MSL Library Extender user

guide
This document provides information about installing, configuring, operating, troubleshooting, and servicing an
HP StorageWorks MSL Library Extender. This document is intended for system administrators who plan to install,
operate, or service a Library Extender. It is helpful to have experience administering an HP StorageWorks
MSL2024, MSL4048, or MSL8096 Tape Library. This document is a supplement to the HP StorageWorks
MSL2024, MSL4048, and MSL8096 Tape Libraries user and service guide.

Part number: AQ746-96005

Second edition: September 2009
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Contents

1 Features and overview ...................................................................... 11

Slot numbering and mailslot configurations .................................................................................. 12
Tape drives .............................................................................................................................. 12
Power supply redundancy .......................................................................................................... 12
Using the Extender with the Encryption Kit .................................................................................... 13
Extended libraries and logical libraries ........................................................................................ 13
Installation overview .................................................................................................................. 13
Rack stability ............................................................................................................................ 14

2 Configuring and operating an extended library ................................... 15

Powering on the extended library ................................................................................................ 15
Powering off the extended library ................................................................................................ 16
Viewing identity information ....................................................................................................... 17
Viewing Library status ................................................................................................................ 18
Configuring the extended library ................................................................................................ 21
Default settings for the extended library ................................................................................. 25
Updating firmware .................................................................................................................... 25
Running diagnostic tests ............................................................................................................. 26

3 Installing the Library Extender ............................................................ 27

Identifying product components .................................................................................................. 28
Downloading product documentation .......................................................................................... 28
Determining the master and lower Library .................................................................................... 29
Saving the Library configurations ................................................................................................ 29
Upgrading the Library firmware .................................................................................................. 29
Enabling extended mode ........................................................................................................... 30
Removing the cartridges from the Libraries .................................................................................... 30
Powering off the Libraries ........................................................................................................... 31
Positioning the Libraries in a rack ................................................................................................ 31
Removing a Library from a rack or tabletop conversion cover ................................................... 32
Moving the rack rails and clip nuts ....................................................................................... 33
Moving the clip nuts ........................................................................................................... 34
Installing the Library in the rack rails ..................................................................................... 34
Relocating tape drives ............................................................................................................... 35
Removing and replacing drive bay covers .................................................................................... 36
Removing the USB device and Ethernet cable from the lower Library ................................................ 37
Extending the pull-out tab .......................................................................................................... 37
Aligning the Libraries ................................................................................................................ 38
Installing the Extender ............................................................................................................... 39
Powering on the extended library ................................................................................................ 40
Checking the Extender LEDs ................................................................................................ 41
Verifying the installation ............................................................................................................. 42

4 Using diagnostic tools and troubleshooting .......................................... 43

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 Extender status LEDs .................................................................................................................. 43
The Library Extender cycle test .................................................................................................... 44
The wellness test ....................................................................................................................... 44
Using HP Library & Tape Tools ................................................................................................... 48
Library Extender error codes ...................................................................................................... 48
Additional robotic error sub-codes .............................................................................................. 53

5 Servicing the Library Extender ............................................................ 55

Replacing the Library Extender ................................................................................................... 55
Powering off the Libraries .................................................................................................... 55
Removing the Library Extender ............................................................................................. 56
Installing the new Extender .................................................................................................. 56
Removing the Library Extender .................................................................................................... 56
Disabling extended mode and powering off the Libraries ......................................................... 56
Removing the Library Extender ............................................................................................. 57
Preparing the Libraries to operate as separate Libraries ........................................................... 57
Replacing drive bay covers .................................................................................................. 58
Connecting the Ethernet cable ............................................................................................. 58
Powering on the Libraries ..................................................................................................... 58
Copying the key server token ............................................................................................... 58
Reconfiguring the Libraries ................................................................................................... 59
Settings retained from the extended library ...................................................................... 59
Settings that are set to default values .............................................................................. 59
Settings where the lower Library reverts to earlier values ................................................... 59
Special cases .............................................................................................................. 60
Removing a cartridge from the Extender ....................................................................................... 60
Repackaging the Library Extender ............................................................................................... 61
Releasing the magazines manually ............................................................................................. 64

6 Support and other resources .............................................................. 67

Contacting HP .......................................................................................................................... 67
Before you contact HP ......................................................................................................... 67
HP contact information ........................................................................................................ 67
Subscription service ............................................................................................................ 67
Documentation feedback ..................................................................................................... 67
Related information ................................................................................................................... 67
Documents ........................................................................................................................ 67
Websites ........................................................................................................................... 68
Document conventions and symbols ............................................................................................. 68
Customer self repair .................................................................................................................. 69

A Technical specifications .................................................................... 71

B Electrostatic discharge ...................................................................... 73

Preventing electrostatic damage .................................................................................................. 73
Grounding methods .................................................................................................................. 73

C Regulatory compliance notices .......................................................... 75

Regulatory compliance identification numbers .............................................................................. 75
Federal Communications Commission notice ................................................................................ 75
FCC rating label ................................................................................................................ 75
Class A equipment ....................................................................................................... 75

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 Class B equipment ....................................................................................................... 76
Declaration of Conformity for products marked with the FCC logo, United States only ................. 76
Modification ...................................................................................................................... 76
Cables .............................................................................................................................. 76
Canadian notice (Avis Canadien) ............................................................................................... 76
Class A equipment ............................................................................................................. 76
Class B equipment .............................................................................................................. 77
European Union notice .............................................................................................................. 77
Japanese notices ...................................................................................................................... 77
Japanese VCCI-A notice ...................................................................................................... 77
Japanese VCCI-B notice ...................................................................................................... 77
Japanese power cord statement ............................................................................................ 77
Korean notices ......................................................................................................................... 78
Class A equipment ............................................................................................................. 78
Class B equipment .............................................................................................................. 78
Taiwanese notices ..................................................................................................................... 78
BSMI Class A notice ........................................................................................................... 78
Taiwan battery recycle statement .......................................................................................... 78
Laser compliance notices ........................................................................................................... 79
English laser notice ............................................................................................................. 79
Dutch laser notice ............................................................................................................... 79
French laser notice ............................................................................................................. 80
German laser notice ........................................................................................................... 80
Italian laser notice .............................................................................................................. 80
Japanese laser notice .......................................................................................................... 81
Spanish laser notice ........................................................................................................... 81
Recycling notices ...................................................................................................................... 81
English notice .................................................................................................................... 81
Bulgarian notice ................................................................................................................. 82
Czech notice ..................................................................................................................... 82
Danish notice .................................................................................................................... 82
Dutch notice ...................................................................................................................... 82
Estonian notice .................................................................................................................. 83
Finnish notice ..................................................................................................................... 83
French notice ..................................................................................................................... 83
German notice ................................................................................................................... 83
Greek notice ...................................................................................................................... 84
Hungarian notice ............................................................................................................... 84
Italian notice ...................................................................................................................... 84
Latvian notice .................................................................................................................... 84
Lithuanian notice ................................................................................................................ 85
Polish notice ...................................................................................................................... 85
Portuguese notice ............................................................................................................... 85
Romanian notice ................................................................................................................ 85
Slovak notice ..................................................................................................................... 86
Spanish notice ................................................................................................................... 86
Swedish notice ................................................................................................................... 86
Turkish notice ..................................................................................................................... 86
Battery replacement notices ........................................................................................................ 87
Dutch battery notice ............................................................................................................ 87
French battery notice .......................................................................................................... 88
German battery notice ........................................................................................................ 88
Italian battery notice ........................................................................................................... 89
Japanese battery notice ...................................................................................................... 89
Spanish battery notice ........................................................................................................ 90

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Glossary ............................................................................................ 91

Index ................................................................................................. 93

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Figures
1 Library Extender installed with two MSL4048 Tape Libraries ......................................... 11
2 Help available from the RMI ..................................................................................... 15
3 Press the power buttons on both Libraries to power on the extended library .................... 16
4 Press the power button on the master Library to power off the extended library ............... 16
5 Identity > Library page ............................................................................................ 17
6 Example of the System Status pane from an extended library with an MSL8096 master
Library and MSL4048 lower Library .......................................................................... 19
7 Status > Library RMI page for an extended library with an MSL4048 master Library and
an MSL2024 lower Library ....................................................................................... 20
8 Configuration > System RMI page for an extended library with an MSL8096 master Library
and an MSL4048 lower Library ................................................................................ 22
9 Library Extender product contents .............................................................................. 28
10 Library Extender installed with two MSL4048 Tape Libraries ......................................... 29
11 Library power button ............................................................................................... 31
12 Two MSL4048 Tape Libraries installed in a rack in the rack rails supplied with the Libraries
in adjacent rack locations ........................................................................................ 31
13 Removing an MSL4048 from a rack .......................................................................... 32
14 Installing the MSL2024 and MSL4048 rack rails ......................................................... 33
15 Clip nut locations .................................................................................................... 34
16 Installing an MSL4048 and tightening the captive screws ............................................. 35
17 Tape drive thumbscrew locations ............................................................................... 35
18 Removing a tape drive ............................................................................................. 36
19 Removing drive bay covers to create space for the Extender ......................................... 36
20 Installing covers on unused drive bays ....................................................................... 37
21 Removing the USB device and Ethernet cable from the lower Library .............................. 37
22 Trimming the pull-out tab .......................................................................................... 38
23 Captive screw locations ........................................................................................... 38
24 Aligning the Libraries with the alignment gauge .......................................................... 39
25 Aligning the Extender with the upper drive bay ........................................................... 39
26 Sliding the pull-out tab into the Library ....................................................................... 40
27 Tightening the Extender thumbscrews ......................................................................... 40
28 Extended library power buttons ................................................................................ 41
29 Library Extender LEDs .............................................................................................. 41

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 30 Library Extender status LEDs ..................................................................................... 43
31 Aligning the Extender tab in the Library slot ................................................................ 44
32 Extended Library power off button ............................................................................. 55
33 Removing the Extender ............................................................................................ 56
34 Removing the Extender ............................................................................................ 57
35 Removing the Extender ............................................................................................ 60
36 Access to release lever for the right magazines in the master Library .............................. 65
37 Access to release lever for the left magazines in the master Library ................................ 65
38 Access holes for the right and left magazines in the lower Library .................................. 65
39 Releasing the magazine .......................................................................................... 66

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Tables
1 Supported configurations ......................................................................................... 11
2 Storage slot numbering ............................................................................................ 12
3 Mailslot numbering ................................................................................................. 12
4 Top-row corner slot positions .................................................................................... 45
5 Error codes ............................................................................................................ 49
6 Sub-codes for error B8 ............................................................................................. 50
7 Sub-codes for error B9 ............................................................................................. 50
8 Sub-codes for error BD ............................................................................................ 50
9 Sub-codes for error BE ............................................................................................. 52
10 Sub-codes related to Library robotics errors during movement to extender position ........... 53
11 Document conventions ............................................................................................. 68
12 Physical specifications ............................................................................................. 71
13 Environmental specifications ..................................................................................... 71

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1 Features and overview

The Library Extender combines two HP StorageWorks MSL Tape Libraries to create a single extended
library. Before installing the Extender, the Libraries must be installed in the rack rails supplied with
the Libraries in adjacent rack locations, one Library above the other. See the example shown in Figure
1.

Figure 1 Library Extender installed with two MSL4048 Tape Libraries

.

The Extender occupies the lower half-height drive bay of the upper Library and the top half-height
drive bay of the lower Library.
The upper Library controls the extended library and is called the master Library. The extended library
uses only the master Library OCP, USB port, and Ethernet connection.
The lower Library is controlled by the master Library. The lower Library OCP, USB port, and Ethernet
connection are not used by the extended library.
Table 1 Supported configurations

Master Library Lower Library Total slots Total half-height drive Total full-height drive
bays bays

MSL4048 MSL2024 72 3+1 1+0

MSL4048 MSL4048 96 3+3 1+1

MSL8096 MSL2024 120 3+1 3+0

MSL8096 MSL4048 144 3+3 3+1

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Slot numbering and mailslot configurations
Magazine and mailslot numbering begins with the lower Library and continues with the master Library.
For storage slot numbering, see Table 2.
Table 2 Storage slot numbering

Extended library configuration Slot numbers (without mailslots enabled)

Lower Library Master Library Lower Library Master Library

MSL2024 MSL4048 1–24 25–72

MSL4048 MSL4048 1–48 49–96

MSL2024 MSL8096 1–24 25–120

MSL4048 MSL8096 1–48 49–144

The mailslots in both Libraries can be configured for use in the extended library. For mailslot numbering,
see Table 3.
Table 3 Mailslot numbering

Extended library configuration Mailslot numbers (with all mailslots enabled)

Lower Library Master Library Lower Library Master Library

MSL2024 MSL4048 M1 M2–M4

MSL4048 MSL4048 M1–M3 M4–M6

MSL2024 MSL8096 M1 M2–M16

MSL4048 MSL8096 M1–M3 M4–M19

Tape drives
Tape drives are numbered starting with the lower Library and continuing with the master Library.
Any tape drive in the extended library can host the SCSI Library interface. The default is the lowest
tape drive in the lower Library.

Power supply redundancy

Both Libraries must have a working power supply for the extended library to operate. To have total
power supply redundancy, both Libraries must have working redundant power supplies. In an extended
library, if only one Library has redundant power supplies installed, the extended library will continue
to operate in case of a power supply failure in that Library. An extended library containing an
MSL2024 cannot have total power supply redundancy because the MSL2024 only has one power
supply.

12 Features and overview

Using the Extender with the Encryption Kit
The HP StorageWorks 1/8 G2 & MSL LTO-4 Encryption Kit provides secure generation and storage
of encryption keys.
An extended library will only access the key server token in the master Library.

NOTE:
The USB port in the lower Library is not active.

The extended library must contain at least one LTO-4 tape drive to use the Encryption Kit. LTO-4 tape
drives can be in any valid drive location in the extended library.
If combining two Libraries that were both using the Encryption Kit, you can copy the keys from one
of the tokens onto the other so the token that will be used in the extended library has the keys to read
tapes from both Libraries. See the section on combining keys from multiple key server tokens in the
HP StorageWorks 1/8 G2 and MSL Encryption Kit user guide for instructions. To download the user
guide from the HP website, see Related documentation, page 67.
If you separate an extended library that uses the Encryption Kit and will have at least one LTO-4 tape
drive in each of the Libraries, you can copy the encryption keys on the token from the extended library
to a new token so both Libraries have access to all of the keys. See the HP StorageWorks 1/8 G2
and MSL Encryption Kit user guide for instructions. To download the user guide from the HP website,
see Related documentation, page 67.

Extended libraries and logical libraries

When the Extender is installed, the extended library is configured as a single logical library. An
extended library cannot be partitioned into multiple logical libraries.
If the Libraries are ever separated, each individual Library will become a single logical library until
reconfigured.

Installation overview
Successful installation of the Extender requires performing key steps in the order specified in Chapter
3, page 27.
1. Obtain the latest firmware for each Library from the HP website and download it into each Library
separately.
2. Enable extended mode on each Library.
3. Power off both Libraries.
4. Position the Libraries in the rack on their own rack rails.
5. Align the two Libraries using the alignment gauge.

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 6. Move the tape drives, if necessary, to open the drive bays that will be used by the Extender.

NOTE:
In an MSL4048, a full-height tape drive will only operate in the two upper or two lower
half-height drive locations. Do not install a full height tape drive in the middle half-height
drive bays of an MSL4048 Tape Library.

7. Install the Extender.

8. Tighten the captive rack attachment screws on the front of the Libraries.
9. Power on both Libraries and verify that the three Extender LEDs are illuminated.

Rack stability
Rack stability protects personnel and equipment.

WARNING!
To reduce the risk of personal injury or damage to equipment:
• Extend leveling jacks to the floor.
• Ensure that the full weight of the rack rests on the leveling jacks.
• Install stabilizing feet on the rack.
• In multiple-rack installations, fasten racks together securely.
• Extend only one rack component at a time. Racks can become unstable if more than one component
is extended.

14 Features and overview

2 Configuring and operating an extended
library

This chapter provides information about extended library configuration and operation tasks that are
different from a single Tape Library.
If you are installing the Extender for the first time, read this chapter for reference after installing the
Extender following the instructions in Chapter 3, page 27.

TIP:
Check the Help screens in the RMI for additional information. The help pages are updated with most
firmware updates and often contain technical details that are not contained in this document. To
access RMI help, click Help on the right side of the Web page banner, as shown in Figure
2 on page 15.

Figure 2 Help available from the RMI

.

Powering on the extended library

To power on the extended library, power on each of the Tape Libraries from their OCPs. The Libraries
can be powered on in either order. The initialization sequence is faster if the lower Library is powered
on first.

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 Figure 3 Press the power buttons on both Libraries to power on the extended library
.

If the master Library is powered on first, it will prompt the user to power on the lower Library. If the
lower Library is powered on first, it will remain in an uninitialized state until it receives an initialization
command from the master Library.

Powering off the extended library

To power off the extended library, power off the master Library. The master Library will power the
lower Library off. If the master Library is powered off with the emergency power off procedure or the
power cord is removed, the lower Library will lose communication with the master Library and must
be powered off by depressing its power button and holding it for at least 10 seconds.

Figure 4 Press the power button on the master Library to power off the extended library
.

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Viewing identity information
To view detailed information about both Tape Libraries and the Extender, use the RMI Identity >
Library page or the master Library Info > Identity OCP screen.

Figure 5 Identity > Library page

.

The Library Information pane displays information about the master Library and the extended library.
• Serial Number — the electronic serial number for the master Library. The part of the serial number
before the '_' character, should match the serial number printed on the Library label, located on
the pull out tab on the back of the Library. The part of serial number after the '_' character encodes
the extended library components as follows:
• X — signifies that the master Library is in extended mode
• ml — shows the height of the master and lower Libraries, respectively
• 2 is an MSL2024
• 4 is an MSL4048
• 8 is an MSL8096
In the example shown in Figure 5, page 17, with the serial number DEC716067E_X84, the master
Library serial number is DEC716067E, the master Library is an MSL8096 and the lower Library
is an MSL4048.
• Product ID — how the device identifies itself to the host computer. This will always be MSL G3
Series.
• Currently Installed Library Firmware x.xx / y.yy.
• x.xx is the version of the Library controller firmware. This number is used to reference firmware
versions when downloading new firmware from the HP website.
• y.yy is the version of the robotics firmware.

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 • Bootcode Firmware Revision.
• Library Mode.
• Automatic — the device will switch from Sequential to Random mode if it receives media
changer SCSI commands.
• Manual — the device will stay in the current mode until another mode is configured by a user.
• Random — the device will not automatically load and unload tapes. Instead, it will wait for
commands from the backup software or the OCP to load and unload tapes.
• Sequential — the device will automatically unload the tape in the drive when the host software
sends an unload command to the drive and then automatically load the tape from the next
highest sequentially numbered full slot.
• Loop — in Loop mode, the Library will load the tape from the lowest numbered full slot after
the tape from the highest numbered full slot is unloaded. If Loop is not listed, the Library will
stop automatically loading and unloading tapes after the tape from the last full slot is unloaded.

CAUTION:
Since loop mode will endlessly cycle through the tapes, it is possible to overwrite old data.
Make sure that there are enough tapes in the Library or that the tapes are regularly rotated
in and out to ensure that data you want to save is not overwritten.

• Autoload — the device will automatically load the tape from the lowest numbered full slot on
power up.
• WWide Node Name — a world wide unique identifier that the Library reports over SCSI and
may be used by operating systems or software applications to identify and track the Library.
The Library Extender pane displays information about the Library Extender.
• Firmware revision — the version of Library Extender firmware.
• Serial Number — the electronic serial number for the Library Extender.
The Lower Library Information pane displays information about the lower Library.
• Serial Number — the electronic serial number for the lower Library. This serial number should
match the serial number printed on the Library label, located on the pull out tab under the drive
or lowest drive bay cover on the back of the Library.
• Product ID — how the device identifies itself to the host computer. This will always be MSL G3
Series.
• Currently Installed Library Firmware x.xx / y.yy
• x.xx is the version of the Library controller firmware. This number is used to reference firmware
versions when downloading new firmware from the HP website.
• y.yy is the version of the robotics firmware.
• Library Height
• 2U is an MSL2024
• 4U is an MSL4048

Viewing Library status

To view a summary of the extended library status, use the RMI System Status pane.

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Figure 6 Example of the System Status pane from an extended library with an MSL8096 master Library
and MSL4048 lower Library
.

• Updated — the day, date, and time of the most recent status view. This timestamp comes from
your computer and may be different from the Library time lower in the pane. Click your browser's
refresh button to update the system status.
• Status of the Library and tape drives

The green Status Ok icon indicates that the device is fully operational and that no user intervention
is required.

The blue exclamation point Status Warning icon indicates that user intervention is necessary, but
that the device can still perform most operations.

The red X Status Error icon indicates that user intervention is required and that the device is not
capable of performing some operations.

• Slots (Free/Total) — The number of free and total storage slots.

• Free is the number of empty storage slots.
• Total is the number of storage slots available to the host software, which does NOT include
reserved slots.
• Mailslot — shows whether the mailslot is open, closed, or disabled.
• Library Time — the date and time from the Library, which can be set from the OCP or RMI. The
Library Time is updated when the system status is refreshed. The time of the most recent refresh is
the Updated time at the top of the pane. If you call HP Service and are requested to provide the
Library time, refresh the system status with your browser refresh button and then give the service
engineer this Library Time.
• Power Supply Status (MSL4048 and MSL8096)
• MSL4048 — Online — The power supply is installed.
• MSL8096 — Good — The power supply is functioning correctly.

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 • MSL8096 — Functional, fan failure — The power supply is supplying power to the Library,
but the fan has failed so the power supply could fail soon. The power supply should be replaced.
• Installed, failed — The power supply installed in the unit is not working and the Library no
longer has redundant power. The power supply should be replaced.

NOTE:
If the MSL4048 has two power supplies and one fails, after a power cycle the Library will not
recognize the failed power supply as installed in the Library.

The number of power supplies installed in the Library is displayed next to the icon.
• MSL8096 — Removed — A power supply was installed in this location before but has been
removed. Power Supply 1 will always show Removed when it is missing. Power Supply 2 will
show Removed until the Library is rebooted.

For detailed status information, use the RMI Status > Library page or OCP Info > Status screen.

Figure 7 Status > Library RMI page for an extended library with an MSL4048 master Library and an
MSL2024 lower Library
.

• Status, Lower Library Status — The status of the master and lower Libraries.

The green Status Ok icon indicates that the device is fully operational and that no user intervention
is required.

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 The blue exclamation point Status Warning icon indicates that user intervention is necessary, but
that the device can still perform most operations.

The red X Status Error icon indicates that user intervention is required and that the device is not
capable of performing some operations.

• Library Extender Status — The status of the Library Extender and extended mode. If the Extender
is installed but extended mode not enabled or if extended mode is enabled but the Extender is
not enabled, the Library Extender Status will include instructions for addressing the inconsistency.
• Cartridge in Transport — The slot number where the tape currently in the robot originated. None
if there is not a tape in the robotic.
• Odometer, Lower Library Odometer — The total number of moves the master Library and lower
Library have performed since their manufacture. A cartridge transfer between Libraries will increment
both odometers. A cartridge move within a single Library will only increment the odometer in that
Library.
• Total Power On Time, Lower Library Total Power On Time— The number of days, hours, and
minutes master Library and lower Library have been powered on since their manufacture.
• Robotic Status, Lower Library Robotic Status — The current status of the master Library and lower
Library robotics, and a description of the operation the robots are currently performing.
• Internal Temperature, Lower Library Internal Temperature — The internal temperature reported by
the master Library and lower Library.
• Power Supply Status — The current status of each of the installed power supplies. (MSL4048 and
MSL8096). See Power Supply Status values, page 19.
• Media Removal — Prevented, if the backup software is preventing media removal from the Library.
When media removal is prevented, mailslot user access and magazine removal are disabled.
• Level n. Left Magazine — The state of the left magazine at level n. The magazine levels are
numbered from the bottom of the Library to the top. For example, Level 1. Left Magazine is the
bottom magazine on the left side looking at the Library from the front.
• Present, if the Library senses the presence of a fully inserted magazine.
• Removed, if the magazine is not fully inserted into the Library.
• Level n. Right Magazine — the state of the right magazine at level n.
• Present, if the Library senses the presence of a fully inserted magazine.
• Removed, if the magazine is not fully inserted into the Library.

Configuring the extended library

Configure the extended library from the RMI Configuration > System page or from the master Library
OCP Configuration menu.

NOTE:
In extended mode, the only functions available through the lower Library OCP are disabling extended
mode and adjusting the display contrast (MSL4048 or MSL8096 only).

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Figure 8 Configuration > System RMI page for an extended library with an MSL8096 master Library
and an MSL4048 lower Library
.

• Library LUN Hosted By Drive — Specifies the master tape drive for the extended library through
which the host system controls the extended library. The default is the lowest numbered tape drive
in the extended library. If an extended library has only one tape drive, it is the master drive for
the extended library. If an extended library has more than one tape drive, you may specify the
master. The number is the physical drive number.
• Library Mode — Specifies the library mode for the extended library. The default mode is Automatic.
The extended library supports three behavior modes: Random, Sequential, and Automatic. The
extended library automatically detects the required mode from the series of SCSI commands it
receives; however, you can also change the mode. Select the operating mode based on the cap-
abilities of the software controlling the tape cartridges.
Random mode — In Random mode, the device does not automatically load tapes into the tape
drives; it waits for commands from the software or operator to load and unload tapes. Random
mode is used with a full featured or a robotics-aware backup application and is the most common
mode of operation. Your backup software must support robotics, which may require an additional
software module.
Sequential mode — In Sequential mode, the device automatically loads and unloads tapes from
the drive. Sequential mode is used when the backup software is NOT robotics-aware or was de-
signed for standalone drives only.
When Extended mode is enabled, the extended library will only use the lowest-numbered tape
drive in the extended library.
The operator begins the sequence by loading the desired tape into the tape drive. When a tape
is unloaded, the device automatically removes the tape from the drive, returns it to its original slot,
then loads the tape from the next available higher numbered slot.
To further determine how tapes are loaded into the tape drive while in Sequential mode, you can
set the Loop and Autoload options.

22 Configuring and operating an extended library

 • When Autoload mode is set, the device automatically loads the cartridge from the lowest-
numbered full slot into the tape drive. It then follows standard sequential operation.
• When Loop mode is on, the original first cartridge in the sequence is reloaded after the device
has cycled through all available cartridges. If Loop mode is off and the last cartridge has been
unloaded, the device stops loading cartridges until you load another manually.

CAUTION:
Use caution when choosing Loop mode because it makes it possible to overwrite data on
previously written cartridges.

Automatic mode: In Automatic mode, the device switches from Sequential mode into Random
mode when it receives certain SCSI commands. Automatic mode is the default setting.
• Reserved Slots — The number of slots in the extended library that are not available to the backup
software. You can store cleaning cartridges in reserved slots, or leave reserved slots empty. The
slots are reserved from the highest slot number down. The default is 0 reserved slots so the maximum
number of slots are available to the host. The extended library must have at least two slots that
are not reserved.
• Mailslot Configuration for the master Library and lower Library
• MSL2024 and MSL4048 — configures the mailslot in the lower left magazine as a mailslot
or storage slots. The MSL2024 mailslot has one slot; the MSL4048 mailslot has three slots.
Enabling the mailslot will reduce the total number of storage slots. The default is disabled.
• MSL8096 — configures the mailslot in the lower-left magazine and upper-right magazine as
mailslots or storage slots. Enabling a mailslot will reduce the number of storage slots. The default
is 0 mailslots enabled.
You can enable either or both of the mailslots by selecting the number of mailslot slots in the
Mailslot Configuration drop down list.
• 0 disables both mailslots.
• 3 enables the lower-left mailslot only.
• 12 enables the upper-right mailslot only.
• 15 enables both mailslots.

CAUTION:
Enabling or disabling a mailslot will re-number the storage slots in one or both of the Libraries.
After enabling or disabling any mailslots, update the backup software inventory. You may also
need to re-configure the backup software to adjust the number of storage slots and presence of
the mailslot.

• Auto Clean Enabled — When auto clean is enabled, the device automatically loads a cleaning
cartridge when a tape drive needs to be cleaned. The device identifies a tape cartridge as a
cleaning cartridge if it has a bar code label that starts with CLN or after an unlabeled cleaning
tape has been loaded into the tape drive.
The Library can use a cleaning cartridge from any slot, even if the slot is reserved. The Library
keeps track of the usage count for each of the cleaning cartridges. When multiple cleaning cart-
ridges are available, the Library will first select a cleaning cartridge with an unknown usage count
so the Library can start tracking the cartridge's usage count. If the Library knows the usage count
for all of the cleaning cartridges, the Library will select the one with the highest usage count.

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 Auto cleaning is disabled by default. You can enable automatic cleaning even if there are no
cleaning cartridges in the device. In this case, the device will display a warning message.

CAUTION:
Only enable automatic cleaning in either the backup application or the Library, not both.

• Barcode Label Length Reported to Host — the number of bar code characters reported to the host
application. This option provides compatibility with libraries and software with more limited bar
code reading capabilities. The default is 8.
• Barcode Label Alignment Reported to Host — configures the end of the bar code label characters
to report to the host application when reporting fewer than the maximum number of characters.
For example, when reporting only six characters of the bar code label 12345678, if the alignment
is left, the Library will report 123456. If the alignment is right, the Library will report 345678. The
default is left, which is used by most software applications.
• Ignore Barcode Media ID — when disabled (default), the barcode Media ID on the tape cartridges
will be checked by the Library. The Library will only allow appropriate tape cartridges to be loaded
into tape drives. The barcode Media ID is the last two characters of the barcode. For example,
an LTO-4 labeled cartridge will not be allowed to move into an LTO-3 tape drive. When Ignore
Barcode Media ID is enabled, the Library will move any tape to any tape drive. If the cartridge
is incompatible with the tape drive, a message will be displayed. HP strongly recommends that
all tape cartridges have barcodes with the correct Media ID.
• Magazine access using front panel - Admin password required — when enabled (default), the
Administrator password is required to remove the magazines from the OCP. When disabled, the
magazines may be removed using the OCP without entering a password. Robotic motion is pre-
vented when magazines are removed. Allowing unauthorized removal of magazines can leave
the Library in a state where backup operations cannot continue if all magazines are not properly
replaced in the Library. The default is to require the Administrator password.
• Extended mode enabled — select the box to enable extended mode; clear the box to disable ex-
tended mode. The configuration will take effect when the Library power is cycled. Extended mode
must be enabled or disabled in both Libraries.
Extended mode can only by disabled in the lower Library from the OCP.

System configuration changes are only applied after the Apply Selections or the Submit button is
selected. After making the selection, a warning page informs you of the impact of the proposed
change. In some cases a pop-up screen asks you to confirm the change. Many changes also require
the device to reboot. You may need to click Refresh to see the changes.

24 Configuring and operating an extended library

Default settings for the extended library

Setting Default for the extended library

Administrator password Retained from the master Library

Mailslot configuration All mailslots are disabled

Network settings Retained from the master Library

Barcode format reporting Retained from the master Library

Reserved slots Reserved slots are set to 0

SCSI master drive Lowest physical drive in the master Library

SCSI tape drive addresses Retained by both Libraries.

Contrast setting (MSL4048 and MSL8096) Retained by both Libraries.

Library mode Automatic

Autoload No

Loop No

Date and time Retained from the master Library. The lower Library is synchron-
ized with the master Library with every command in the extended
library.

Drive power All tape drives are powered on.

Auto clean Retained from master Library

SNMP Retained from the master Library. If SNMP is not configured for
the master Library but is configured for the lower Library, the
extended library takes the settings from the lower Library.

Allow magazine access without a password Retained from the master Library

Ignore barcode media ID Retained from the master Library

Encryption Enabled if encryption is enabled in either Library otherwise dis-

abled.

Logical libraries (partitioning) Disabled

Updating firmware
Both Libraries must have a firmware version that supports the Library Extender and the firmware
versions must be compatible with each other for the extended library to operate. When installing and
configuring the extended library the first time, you must update both Libraries to the most recent
available firmware versions to ensure that the firmware versions are compatible. For instructions on
installing firmware, see Upgrading the Library firmware, page 29.
To find Library firmware that supports the Library Extender:

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 1. Browse to http://www.hp.com/support/msl_extender.
2. Select and download the newest firmware version for your Library without _LX_ in the filename.

NOTE:
The first time you install the Extender you must update the firmware in each Library individually. For
future firmware updates, when extended mode is enabled you can update the firmware for both
Libraries at the same time with the Extender firmware package. Updating with the firmware package
is not only faster and easier, but ensures that the Libraries have compatible firmware versions. When
updating firmware for the extended library, select the file with _LX_ in the filename.

The library extender firmware package can be installed from the RMI Support > Firmware page, from
the OCP Support > FW Upgrade > By USB screen, or by using HP Library & Tape Tools version 4.8
or newer.
Tape drive firmware is updated through the master Library for all tape drives in the extended library.
See the HP StorageWorks MSL2024, MSL4048, and MSL8096 Tape Libraries user and service guide
for instructions on updating tape drive firmware.

NOTE:
Before downgrading the Library firmware to a version that does not support the Extender, disable
extended mode in both Libraries and remove the Extender.

Running diagnostic tests

Diagnostic tests for the extended library
• Demo — moves cartridges from the slots to the drives and back. At the end of the test the cartridges
are returned to their original slots. The demo is executed from the RMI or OCP.
• Slot to slot — shuffles the cartridges between slots to exercise the robot. At the end of the test the
cartridges are NOT returned to their original slots. The slot test is executed from the RMI or OCP.
• Library Extender cycle test — moves the first available cartridge in the master Library to the lower
Library and back, exercising the robotics in both Libraries and the Extender, with cartridge ex-
changes in both directions. At the end of the test the cartridge is returned to its original slot. The
Library Extender cycle test is executed from the RMI or OCP.
• Wellness test — exercises all extended library functionality except the external interfaces. The
wellness test is executed from the OCP. For instructions on setting and running the wellness test,
see The wellness test, page 44.
The demo and slot to slot tests are intended to show the device operating. For Library Extender service
and diagnostics, execute the Library Extender cycle test. To verify installation and repairs, execute
the wellness test.

26 Configuring and operating an extended library

3 Installing the Library Extender

This chapter provides instructions for installing the Library Extender.

WARNING!
The MSL2024 Tape Library weighs up to 15.6 kg (34.3 lb) without media and up to 20.4 kg (44.9
lb) with media (24 cartridges). The MSL4048 Tape Library weighs up to 24.6 kg (54.1 lb) without
media and up to 34.2 kg (75.2 lb) with media (48 cartridges). The MSL8096 Tape Library weighs
up to 46.6 kg (102.7 lb) without media and up to 68.8 kg (151.7 lb) with media (96 cartridges).
• Observe local health and safety requirements and guidelines for manual material handling.
• Remove all tapes to reduce the overall weight of the device and prevent cartridges from falling
into the robotic path and damaging the Library.
• Obtain adequate assistance to lift and stabilize the device during installation or removal.

WARNING!
When placing the Library into or removing the Library from a rack, to reduce the risk of personal
injury or damage to equipment:
• Extend the rack's leveling jacks to the floor.
• Ensure that the full weight of the rack rests on the leveling jacks.
• Install stabilizing feet on the rack.
• Extend only one rack component at a time. Racks may become unstable if more than one component
is extended.

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Identifying product components

Figure 9 Library Extender product contents

.

Verify that you received the following:

1. Library Extender

2. Packet containing two half-height drive bay covers, four screws, and the alignment gauge.

3. Getting started guide

Downloading product documentation

This document contains information about configuring and operating the extended library. For
information about and instructions for installing, configuring, and operating the Tape Libraries,
download the HP StorageWorks MSL2024, MSL4048, and MSL8096 user and service guide from
the HP website:
1. Browse to
nl

http://www.hp.com/support/tape.
2. In the Tape Storage and Media section, select Tape Libraries.
3. Select HP StorageWorks MSL4048 Tape Library.

NOTE:
The same user guide is used for the MSL2024, MSL4048, and MSL8096 Tape Libraries.

4. In the Resources for HP StorageWorks MSL4048 Tape Library section, select Manuals.
5. In the User guide section, download the following documents:
• HP StorageWorks MSL2024, MSL4048, and MSL8096 user and service guide
• HP StorageWorks 1/8 G2 and MSL Encryption Kit user guide, if the Libraries use the Encryp-
tion Kit

28 Installing the Library Extender

Determining the master and lower Library
The Library Extender is installed with two HP StorageWorks MSL Tape Libraries to combine the
cartridge and tape drive slots into a single extended library, as shown in the example in Figure
10, page 29.

Figure 10 Library Extender installed with two MSL4048 Tape Libraries

.

The upper Library controls the extended library and is called the master Library. The extended library
uses the master Library OCP, USB port, and Ethernet connection.
The lower Library is operated by the master Library. Its OCP, USB port, and Ethernet connection are
not used in the extended library configuration.
The upper Library must be an MSL4048 or MSL8096. The lower Library can be an MSL2024 or
MSL4048.

Master (upper) Lower

MSL4048 or MSL8096 MSL2024 or MSL4048

Saving the Library configurations

When the extended Library is configured, many of the individual Library configuration settings are
not retained. If you might ever want to recover their individual configurations, for example to separate
the Libraries in the future, save the Library configuration for each Library to a file. See the HP
StorageWorks MSL2024, MSL4048, and MSL8096 user and service guide for instructions on saving
the Library configuration.

Upgrading the Library firmware

Each Library must have a firmware version that supports the Library Extender, and the firmware versions
for the two Libraries must be compatible with each other for the extended library to operate.

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 Verify that each Library has the latest released version of firmware. Update to the latest firmware if
necessary.
To find the version of firmware installed on the Library, see the RMI Support: Firmware screen.
From the MSL4048 or MSL8096 operator control panel (OCP), navigate to the Info > Identity > Library
screen. The Library Controller FW Revision field shows the Library firmware revision.
From the MSL2024 OCP:
1. From the Home screen, press Next until the display shows Status/Information. Press Enter.
2. Press Next until the display shows Library Information. Press Enter.
3. Press Next until the display shows the Firmware Rev.

To download Library firmware that supports the Library Extender from the HP website:
1. Browse to http://www.hp.com/support/msl_extender.
2. Select and download the newest firmware version for your Library without _LX_ in the filename.

NOTE:
The first time you install the Extender you must update the firmware in each Library individually. For
future firmware updates, when extended mode is enabled you can update the firmware for both
Libraries at the same time with the Extender firmware package. Updating with the firmware package
is not only faster and easier, but ensures that the Libraries have compatible firmware versions. When
updating firmware for the extended library, select the file with _LX_ in the filename.

Enabling extended mode

Enable Extended Mode from the RMI Configuration > System screen or OCP Configuration > Library
menu in both Libraries before installing the Library Extender.

NOTE:
Extended mode will be enabled but not active until the Library is powered off and then powered on.

Removing the cartridges from the Libraries

Before installing the Extender, the Libraries must be installed in the rack rails supplied with the Libraries
in adjacent rack locations, one Library directly above the other.
Skip this section if you do not need to move a Library.

WARNING!
When the Library is moved, any cartridges in the Library can become dislodged from the magazines
and damage the cartridges and Library robotics. To avoid damaging the Library, remove the cartridges
before moving the Library.

30 Installing the Library Extender

 Use the OCP or RMI to open the magazines and remove the tapes from the Library. The magazines
with the tapes in them may also be removed from the Library.
See the HP StorageWorks MSL2024, MSL4048, and MSL8096 user and service guide for instructions
on opening or removing the magazines.

Powering off the Libraries

Press the power button on the front panel to power off each Library as shown in Figure 11, page 31.

Figure 11 Library power button

.

Positioning the Libraries in a rack

Figure 12 Two MSL4048 Tape Libraries installed in a rack in the rack rails supplied with the Libraries
in adjacent rack locations
.

Before installing the Library Extender, the two Libraries must be installed in a rack in the rack rails
supplied with the Library and the master Library must be installed directly above the lower Library in
the adjacent rack location as shown in Figure 12, page 31.
If you do not need to move either of the Libraries, skip to Relocating tape drives, page 35.

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 If either Library is mounted in a tabletop conversion cover, remove the cover and install the Library
in the rack in the rack rails supplied with the Library. If either Library needs to be moved, remove the
Library and its rack rails from the rack and install the rails and Library in the necessary rack location.

NOTE:
If the Library Extender is near the rear rack door latch, you might need to move the Libraries to a
different rack location to close and latch the rack doors.

Removing a Library from a rack or tabletop conversion cover

Unplug the power cord from the wall outlet. Remove the power cord from the Library.
Remove all other cables from the Library.
Obtain adequate assistance to lift and stabilize the Library during removal and replacement.
From the front of the Library 1) completely loosen the screws inside the left and right front bezel (these
are captive screws and cannot be removed), then 2) slide the Library out of the rack or cover using
assistance as shown in Figure 13, page 32.

Figure 13 Removing an MSL4048 from a rack

.

CAUTION:
Always lift the Library from the side edges. Lifting the Library from the magazine or drive openings,
or from the drive handles can damage the Library.

32 Installing the Library Extender

Moving the rack rails and clip nuts
Using a #3 Phillips screwdriver, remove the rails from the rack. For an MSL4048 or MSL8096 also
remove the clip nuts.
Secure one rail to each side of the rack in the new location. Secure the front and the back of each
rail to the rack. The front of the rails is straight and the back is angled as shown in Figure 14.

Figure 14 Installing the MSL2024 and MSL4048 rack rails

.

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Moving the clip nuts
For the MSL4048 and MSL8096, replace the clip nuts in the locations shown in Figure 15, page 34.

MSL4048 MSL8096

Figure 15 Clip nut locations

.

1. Clip nut location 2. Rail screw location

3. Library bottom 4. U marker

Installing the Library in the rack rails

With assistance, slide the Library onto the metal rails as shown in Figure 16, page 35. Secure the
front bezel to the rack using a #2 Phillips screwdriver placed through the small holes in the mounting
bracket to tighten the captive screws on each side of the Library.

CAUTION:
To avoid personal injury and damage to equipment, obtain adequate assistance to set the Library on
the rails.

34 Installing the Library Extender

 Figure 16 Installing an MSL4048 and tightening the captive screws
.

Replace tape cartridges and magazines in the Library.

Relocating tape drives

The Extender is installed in the bottom half-height drive bay of the upper Library and the top half-height
drive bay in the lower Library. If a tape drive is installed in either of these drive bays, relocate the
tape drive to another drive bay.
1. Verify that the Library is powered off.
2. Loosen the blue captive thumbscrews on the tape drive as shown in Figure 17, page 35.

Figure 17 Tape drive thumbscrew locations

.

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 3. Pull straight back on the tape drive handle while supporting the bottom of the tape drive to remove
it from the Library as shown in Figure 18, page 36.

Figure 18 Removing a tape drive

.

4. If necessary, remove one or two drive bay covers from the destination drive bay.
5. Slide the tape drive into its new drive bay. Tighten the blue thumbscrews with your fingers to
secure the tape drive in the Library.

If you removed a tape drive and are not reinstalling it in a Library, store it in an anti-static bag.

Removing and replacing drive bay covers

If necessary, use a #1 Phillips screwdriver to remove the bottom half-height drive bay cover from the
upper Library and the top half-height drive bay cover from the lower Library to create a space for the
Library Extender as shown in Figure 19.

Figure 19 Removing drive bay covers to create space for the Extender
.

Install drive bay covers over any drive bays that are not used by a tape drive or the Library Extender
as shown in Figure 20, page 37. Two half-height drive bay covers are supplied with the Library
Extender for this purpose if needed.

36 Installing the Library Extender

 Figure 20 Installing covers on unused drive bays
.

Removing the USB device and Ethernet cable from the lower
Library
Remove the Ethernet cable and USB device from the lower Library as shown in Figure 21, page 37.
When the Library Extender is installed, only the Ethernet and USB ports in the upper Library are active.

Figure 21 Removing the USB device and Ethernet cable from the lower Library
.

Extending the pull-out tab

On the upper Library, fully extend the pull-out tab containing product information.
If the tab has a plastic extension on both sides, clip the left extension, as shown in Figure 22, page 38,
without removing the product information. Leave the tab pulled out while installing the Extender.

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 Figure 22 Trimming the pull-out tab
.

Aligning the Libraries

Before installing the Extender, the Libraries must be aligned horizontally.
Loosen each of the captive screws inside the left and right front bezels in the locations shown in Figure
23, page 38 that attach the Libraries to the front of the rack 1/2 turn. Loosening the screws in this
manner allows the Libraries to be aligned horizontally while retaining the necessary reference to the
front of the rack. (These screws will be retightened later in the procedure.)

Figure 23 Captive screw locations

.

Secure the alignment gauge to the top half-height drive bay in the lower Library by tightening the two
thumbscrews with your fingers.
Adjust the horizontal alignment of one or both Libraries until the edge of the chassis tab is aligned
with the center of the V in the notch of the alignment gauge as shown in Figure 24, page 39.

38 Installing the Library Extender

 Figure 24 Aligning the Libraries with the alignment gauge
.

Gently remove the alignment gauge without moving either of the Libraries. Save the alignment gauge
for future use if the Libraries are moved or the Extender is installed with other Libraries.

Installing the Extender

WARNING!
To avoid damage to the Libraries and Extender, verify that both Libraries are powered off before
installing the Extender.

To install the Extender:

1. Align the upper tab on the side of the Extender with the slot in the upper drive bay and slide the
Extender into the Libraries as shown in Figure 25, page 39.

Figure 25 Aligning the Extender with the upper drive bay

.

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 2. When the Extender reaches the pull-out tab, thread the pull-out tab through the slit in the Extender
attachment plate so the plastic extension of the pull-out tab is outside of the Extender. This will
allow the Extender to seat completely and allow the information on the tab to be viewed after
the Extender is installed. Slide the Extender the rest of the way into the Libraries and then slide
the pull-out tab into the Library as shown in Figure 26, page 40.

Figure 26 Sliding the pull-out tab into the Library

.

3. Tighten the two thumbscrews on each side of the Extender with your fingers or a #1 Phillips
screwdriver to secure the Extender to the Libraries as shown in Figure 27.

Figure 27 Tightening the Extender thumbscrews

.

4. From the front of the Libraries, tighten the captive screws inside the right and left front bezels that
were loosened earlier in the procedure.
5. Connect an Ethernet cable to a working LAN connection and to the Ethernet connector on the
back of the master Library.
6. Attach a power cable to each power connector on the back panels of the Libraries. Plug the
power cables into the nearest properly grounded power outlet.

Powering on the extended library

Power on both Libraries with the power buttons on the front panel as shown in Figure 28, page 41.
The Libraries can be powered on in either order. The initialization sequence is faster when the lower
Library is powered on first.

40 Installing the Library Extender

 Figure 28 Extended library power buttons
.

NOTE:
The Library Extender receives power from the Libraries; it does not have its own power cord or power
button.

Allow the extended library to come to the Ready state. This may take several minutes.

Checking the Extender LEDs

All three Extender LEDs will be green when the Extender is installed correctly and functional. Check
the LEDs on the Extender in the locations shown in Figure 29, page 41 to verify that the Extender is
operating correctly.

Figure 29 Library Extender LEDs

.

1. Master Library connection status Green when the master Library is powered on and the Extender is in-
stalled correctly.

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 2. Library Extender status Green when the Extender is operating correctly. Flashing when the
Extender is initializing or has failed with a hard error and is no longer
functional. Initialization can take up to 15 minutes.

3. Lower Library connection status Green when the lower library is powered on and the Extender is in-
stalled correctly.

Verifying the installation

To verify the installation, run the wellness test from the OCP Support > Run Tests screen. The wellness
test will exercise all Library and drive functionality for the extended library. Access to this test requires
the administrator password and will request mailslot interaction. For instructions on running the wellness
test, see The wellness test, page 44

42 Installing the Library Extender

4 Using diagnostic tools and troubleshooting

This chapter provides information for verifying that the Extender is properly installed and troubleshooting
the Library Extender.
If you are installing the Extender for the first time, read this chapter for reference after installing the
Extender following the instructions in Chapter 3, page 27.

Extender status LEDs

The Library Extender has three LEDs that display the Extender's connection and power status.

Figure 30 Library Extender status LEDs

.

1. Master Library connection Green when the master Library is powered on and the Extender is installed
status correctly.

2. Library Extender status Green when the Extender is operating correctly. Flashing when the Extender
is initializing or has failed with a hard error and is no longer functional.
Initialization can take up to 15 minutes.

3. Lower Library connection status Green when the lower library is powered on and the Extender is installed
correctly.

All three LEDs will be green when the Extender is installed correctly and functional.
If the master Library connection status LED (1) is not green, verify the following:
• The master Library is powered on.
• The power supply status in the master Library is Good .
• Extended mode is enabled in the master Library.
• The two Libraries are properly aligned as described in Aligning the Libraries, page 38.

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 Figure 31 Aligning the Extender tab in the Library slot
.

The tab on the Extender must be inserted in the slot on the master Library, as shown in Figure 31,
for the Extender to seat properly in the connector in the master Library. If the tab is under or to the
left of the bracket, the electrical connection will not be completed.
• The master and lower Libraries have the current firmware versions.
If Library Extender status LED (2), is flashing:
• The Library Extender may be initializing. Check the OCP for status messages and wait a few
minutes for the initialization process to complete. Initialization can take up to 15 minutes.
• The Library Extender has failed with a hard error. See the master Library log to find the error code.
If the lower Library connection status LED (3), is not green, verify the following:
• The lower Library is powered on.
• If the lower Library is an MSL4048, its power supply status is Good .
• Extended mode is enabled in the lower Library.
• The rack rails are straight and the front bezel screws attaching both Libraries to the rack are secure.
The back planes of the two Libraries should be aligned in the same plane. If the master Library is
set further back the plug on the Extender might not reach the connector on the lower Library.
• The master and lower Libraries have the current firmware versions.

The Library Extender cycle test

The Library Extender cycle test verifies that the Library Extender can transfer cartridges between
Libraries. The Library Extender cycle test moves the first available cartridge in the master Library to
the lower Library and back, exercising the robotics in both Libraries and the Extender, with cartridge
exchanges in both directions. When the test is complete, the cartridge is returned to its original slot.
The Library Extender cycle test is executed from the RMI or OCP.

The wellness test

The wellness test exercises all Library and tape drive hardware, except the external connections, and
is useful for verifying that a device is working correctly. The wellness test requires operator interaction
with the mailslot so cannot be initiated from the RMI.

44 Using diagnostic tools and troubleshooting

For complete testing, enable a mailslot and ensure that at least one of the top-row corner slots in one
of the Libraries contains a tape cartridge.
Table 4 Top-row corner slot positions

MSL2024 top-
row corner slots
with mailslot dis-
abled: 9, 12, 21,
24

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MSL4048 top-
row corner slots
with mailslot dis-
abled: 21, 24,
45, 48

46 Using diagnostic tools and troubleshooting

 MSL8096 top-
row corner slots
with mailslot dis-
abled: 45, 48,
93, 96

IMPORTANT:
The Library will remove any tape cartridges from the tape drives and go offline when running the
wellness test. Verify that any applications using the Library have completed before starting the wellness
test.

You can have the Library run up to 10 cycles of the wellness test. The wellness test exercises all enabled
tape drives in the extended library.
The wellness test requires operator interaction and can only be run from the OCP. During the wellness
test:
1. The operator starts the wellness test from the master Library OCP. The administrator password is
required.
2. The master Library performs a self test, verifies that it can communicate with the tape drives and
the Extender, and then the lower Library performs a self test.
3. The Library returns any tape cartridges from the tape drives to their home slots. If the home slot
for a cartridge is not known, the Library will move the cartridge to the mailslot and prompt the
operator to remove it.
4. The Library prompts the operator to enter the number of cycles to run the test.
5. The Library opens the lowest-numbered mailslot in the extended library, which will generally be
in the lower Library, and prompts the operator to insert a scratch cartridge.

NOTE:
In the MSL8096, the 12-slot mailslot does not pop out; the operator must open it.

6. The operator inserts a scratch cartridge into the lowest-numbered mailslot. If no mailslots are
enabled or the operator closes the mailslot without inserting a cartridge into the lowest-numbered
mailslot, the Library will perform a shortened version of the wellness test, skipping Step 7.

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 7. The Library loads the scratch cartridge into the first tape drive, unloads the scratch cartridge from
the tape drive, and returns the scratch cartridge to the mailslot. If the operator selected to test all
of the tape drives, the Library will load the scratch cartridge into each tape drive before returning
it to the mailslot.
8. The Library moves the tape cartridge from the four top-row corner slots of both Libraries to the
tape drive load point and then returns the tape cartridge to its slot. If none of the top-row corner
slot positions of either Library contains a tape cartridge, the test stops and the Library displays
an error message.
9. If additional cycles remain to be run, the test will return to Step 7 if there is a tape cartridge in
the mailslot or Step 8 if there is not a cartridge in the mailslot.
10. At the conclusion of the test, the Library pops open the mailslot and waits for the operator to
remove the scratch tape. In the MSL8096, if only the 12-slot mailslot is configured, the Library
will prompt the operator to open the mailslot and remove the scratch tape cartridge.
11. The Library displays the test completion status, including any recoveries or errors that may have
occurred.

Using HP Library & Tape Tools

With HP Library & Tape Tools installed on the host server you can:
• Identify all Fibre Channel, SAS, and parallel SCSI devices connected to your system.
• View detailed configuration, identification, inventory, and drive information for the device.
• Easily update device and drive firmware, including the Library Extender firmware bundles, which
include firmware for both Libraries.
• Run advanced diagnostic tests, including connectivity, read/write, media validation, and testing
the functionality of the device.
• View device and drive error logs.
• Generate a detailed support ticket that can be emailed or faxed to your HP support representative
for analysis.
The HP Library & Tape Tools diagnostic provides an intuitive GUI with integrated context-sensitive
help. It can be downloaded free of charge from
nl

http://www.hp.com/support/TapeTools.
To diagnose problems with L&TT:
1. Run L&TT on the host server. You can install L&TT on the host server, or run it from a CD-ROM or
USB flash drive on the host server.
2. Pull a support ticket for the device.
3. Look at the device analysis results for additional information about the device's operation.

Library Extender error codes

The error code and sub-error code tables include a list of possible solutions, starting with the most
likely. After performing the solution, retry the operation to see whether the problem continues or the
error code changes.

48 Using diagnostic tools and troubleshooting

NOTE:
See the HP StorageWorks MSL2024, MSL4048, and MSL8096 Tape Libraries user and service guide
for additional Library error codes.

Table 5 Error codes

Code Message Cause Solution

• If this is a new installation,

verify that the Extender is
See Table 6, page 50 for de- installed properly and that
B8 Library Extender missing. both Libraries are powered
tails.
on.
• Power cycle both Libraries.

• If this is a new installation,

verify that the Extender is
Communication error on the installed properly and that
See Table 7, page 50 for de-
B9 I²C bus between the master both Libraries are powered
tails.
Library and the Extender. on.
• Power cycle both Libraries.

• If this is a new installation,

verify that the Extender is
Communication error on the The master Library cannot installed properly and that
BA serial connection between the communicate with the lower both Libraries are powered
master and lower Libraries. Library. on.
• Power cycle both Libraries.

• If this is a new installation,

Stack link not established due The master Library has some verify that the Extender is
to communication issues communication with the lower installed properly and that
BB both Libraries are powered
between the master and lower Library, but not enough to
Libraries. function. on.
• Power cycle both Libraries.

• Verify that the lower Lib-

rary is powered on.
• Verify that extended mode
is enabled in the lower
Library.
• Power cycle both Libraries.
The lower Library did not re-
Power of lower Library not de- • If the lower Library is an
BC spond to the master Library
tected in time. MSL4048, verify that its
within the specified time.
power supply status is
Good .
• Verify that the master and
lower Libraries have the
most recent firmware ver-
sions.

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 Code Message Cause Solution

• Power cycle both Libraries.

Library Extender has reported
BD See Table 8, page 50. • Run the Library Extender
an error condition.
cycle test.

The Extender is incompatible • Download the current lib-

with the Libraries, or the firm- rary extender firmware
Extender or library stack incom- ware versions on the Libraries bundle to update the Librar-
BE ies to compatible firmware
patibility. and Extender are incompatible
with each other. See Table versions.
9, page 52. • Retry the operation.

Table 6 Sub-codes for error B8

Sub-code Message

40 Library Extender expected

41 Lower Library expected

42 Master Library expected

Table 7 Sub-codes for error B9

Sub-code Message

31 No device present

32 I²C write error

33 I²C read error

Table 8 Sub-codes for error BD

Sub-code Message Cause Solution

• Power cycle the master

Library.
The Extender robotic cannot
01 Sensor master home not found. locate its home position within • Run the Library Extender
the master Library. cycle test.
• Retry the operation.

• Power cycle the lower Lib-

rary.
The Extender robotic cannot
02 Sensor lower home not found. locate its home position within • Run the Library Extender
the lower Library. cycle test.
• Retry the operation.

50 Using diagnostic tools and troubleshooting

Sub-code Message Cause Solution

• Power cycle the master

Library and run the Library
Extender cycle test.
• Retry the operation. If the
The Extender robotic is stuck motor is still blocked, re-
Motor blocked in master home
03 in its home position within the move the Extender from the
position.
master Library. Libraries, and then inspect
the Extender and master
Library for a physical
blockage. Re-install the Ex-
tender.

• Power cycle the lower Lib-

rary and run the Library
Extender cycle test.
• Retry the operation. If the
motor is still blocked, re-
The Extender robotic is stuck move the Extender from the
Motor blocked in lower home
04 in its home position within the Libraries, and then inspect
position.
lower Library. the Extender and lower
Library for a physical
blockage. Re-install the Ex-
tender.
• Retry the operation.

• Power cycle both Libraries

and run the Library Ex-
tender cycle test.
• Retry the operation. If the
The Extender robotic is stuck motor is still blocked, re-
Motor blocked between master move the Extender from the
05 between its two home posi-
and lower home position. Libraries, and inspect the
tions.
Extender and master Lib-
rary for a physical block-
age. Re-install the Extender.
• Retry the operation.

• Power cycle the both Librar-

ies and run the Library Ex-
tender cycle test.
• Retry the operation. If the
motor is still blocked, re-
The Extender robotic is stuck
06 Motor blocked and hot. move the Extender from the
and the motor is hot.
Libraries, and then inspect
the Extender and master
Library for a physical
blockage. Re-install the Ex-
tender.

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 Sub-code Message Cause Solution

• Power cycle both Libraries.

• If this is a new installation
The library controller could not or the Libraries have been
10 Motor error. start the motor in the Extender moved, verify that the Ex-
robot. tender is installed properly
and that both Libraries are
powered on.

• Power cycle both Libraries

and run the Library Ex-
tender cycle test.
• Retry the operation. If the
motor is still blocked, re-
Debris is keeping the Extender
11 Motor block in extender path. move the Extender from the
robotic from moving.
Libraries, and then inspect
the Extender and master
Library for a physical
blockage. Re-install the Ex-
tender.

• Power cycle both Libraries

The Extender robotic does not and run the Library Ex-
12 Motor position not valid. tender cycle test.
know where it is positioned.
• Retry the operation.

• Power cycle both Libraries

and run the Library Ex-
tender cycle test.
The library controller issued a
• If this is a new installation
Extender has not been initial- move command to the Ex-
13 or the Libraries have been
ized yet. tender, but the Extender was
moved, verify that the Ex-
not initialized.
tender is installed properly
and that both Libraries are
powered on.

The motor that moves the Ex- • Verify that airflow to the
14 Motor is hot. tender robotic has exceeded Extender has not been
its thermal limit. blocked.

• Verify that the Extender is

The Extender did not respond installed properly and that
Timeout while waiting for ex-
21 to the master Library within the both Libraries are powered
tender becoming ready.
specified time. on.

Table 9 Sub-codes for error BE

Sub-code Message Cause Solution

The Extender is not an HP • Verify that the Extender is

Extender personality not an HP StorageWorks MSL
51 StorageWorks MSL Library
matching. Library Extender.
Extender.

52 Using diagnostic tools and troubleshooting

 Sub-code Message Cause Solution

• Verify that the lower Lib-

The lower Library is not an HP rary is an HP Storage-
Lower Library personality not
52 StorageWorks MSL2024 or Works MSL2024 or
matching.
MSL4048 Tape Library. MSL4048 Tape Library.

• Update the extended lib-

rary firmware with the cur-
The firmware version of the rent firmware bundle,
Extender firmware not match- Extender is not compatible which will update both Lib-
53
ing. with the firmware version of raries and the Extender
the master Library. with compatible firmware
versions.

• Disable extended mode,

The firmware versions of the update both Libraries to the
Lower Library firmware level master Library and lower Lib- most recent released ver-
54
not matching. rary are not compatible with sions, and then re-enable
each other. extended mode.

• Verify that the master (top)

Incompatible height form factor The master Library is not an Library is an MSL4048 or
55
for master Library. MSL4048 or MSL8096. MSL8096.

• Verify that the lower Lib-

Incompatible height form factor The lower Library is not an rary is an MSL2024 or
56
for lower Library. MSL2024 or MSL4048. MSL4048.

• Power cycle the master

Library. (The master Library
The firmware upgrade failed, will attempt to download
possibly because of a power the Extender firmware to
57 Extender firmware corrupted
failure during the upgrade the Extender when the
operation. master Library is powered
on.)

Additional robotic error sub-codes

The following sub-codes are associated with robotics errors (error 0x80 to 0xA6), which are described
in the HP StorageWorks MSL2024, MSL4048, and MSL8096 Tape Libraries user and service guide.
See Table 10.
Table 10 Sub-codes related to Library robotics errors during movement to extender position

Sub-code Message

Invalid stack configuration (1/8 G2 Tape Autoloader cannot be part of an extended

F0
library.)

F1 Error during elevator home movement

F2 Error during sled movement to home sensor

F3 Error during sled movement to extender position

F4 Error during rotation movement to extender position

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Sub-code Message

F5 Error during elevator movement to extender position

F6 Error during sled movement to rotate position

F7 Error during rotational movement

Error cartridge present sensor during cartridge transfer from robotics to extender
F8
carrier (and reverse)

F9 Cartridge present sensor deviates from expected parameter

Error during first slider movement (movement with opened gripper) from/to extender
FA
position

FB Error during first gripper movement (open gripper) from/to extender position

FC Error during second gripper movement (close gripper) from/to extender position

FD Error during third slider movement (move to block) from/to extender position

FE Error during third gripper movement (close gripper) from extender position

FF Error during fourth slider movement (pull back) from/to extender position

54 Using diagnostic tools and troubleshooting

5 Servicing the Library Extender

This chapter provides instructions for servicing the Library Extender, including replacing the Extender,
removing the Extender, removing a cartridge from the Extender, and releasing magazines manually.

Replacing the Library Extender

Use this procedure to replace the Library Extender with another Library Extender.

Powering off the Libraries

Press the power button on the master Library to power off the extended library as shown in Figure
32, page 55. The master Library will park the Extender robotic and power off the lower Library.

Figure 32 Extended Library power off button

.

If the lower Library does not power off after five minutes, depress the power button on the lower
Library and hold it for at least 10 seconds.

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Removing the Library Extender
To remove the Library Extender:
1. Using a #1 Phillips screwdriver, 1) loosen the four screws that secure the Extender to the Tape
Libraries, as shown in Figure 33, page 56.

Figure 33 Removing the Extender

.

2. Pull the Extender straight out of the Libraries.

To store or ship the Library Extender, repackage it in the original packaging materials as shown in
Repackaging the Library Extender, page 61.

Installing the new Extender

To install the new Extender, follow the instructions starting with Aligning the Libraries, page 38.

Removing the Library Extender

Use this procedure if you are removing the Library Extender to reconfigure the two Libraries as
independent Libraries.

Disabling extended mode and powering off the Libraries

The procedure for disabling extended mode and powering off the Libraries varies depending on
whether the extended library is operational or not. Select the procedure that fits your situation.
If the extended library is operational:
1. Disable extended mode from the master Library Configuration > System menu.
2. Press the power button on the master Library to power off the extended library.

If the extended library is in an error condition or the Extender has been removed:
1. Disable extended mode from the master Library Configuration > System menu.

56 Servicing the Library Extender

 2. Press the power button on the master Library to power off the master Library. If the Library does
not respond to the power button, depress the power button and hold it for at least 10 seconds.
3. Disable extended mode from the lower Library Configuration > System menu.
4. Press the power button on the lower Library to power off the lower Library. If the Library does
not respond to the power button, depress the power button and hold it for at least 10 seconds.

Removing the Library Extender

To remove the Library Extender:
1. Using a #1 Phillips screwdriver, 1) loosen the four screws that secure the Extender to the Tape
Libraries, as shown in Figure 34, page 57.

Figure 34 Removing the Extender

.

2. Pull the Extender straight out of the Libraries.

To store or ship the Library Extender, repackage it in the original packaging materials as shown in
Repackaging the Library Extender, page 61.

Preparing the Libraries to operate as separate Libraries

Each Library must have at least one tape drive. Skip this procedure if you do not need to relocate a
tape drive from one Library to the other.

IMPORTANT:
To avoid damage to the Library, ensure that the tape drive is powered off before removing it from a
Library.

HP StorageWorks MSL Library Extender user guide 57

 1. To remove a tape drive from its current location, loosen the blue captive thumbscrews on the tape
drive.

2. Pull straight back on the tape drive handle while supporting the bottom of the tape drive to remove
it from the Library.

3. If necessary, remove one or two drive bay covers.

4. Slide the tape drive into its new drive bay. Tighten the blue thumbscrews with your fingers to
secure the tape drive in the Library.

Replacing drive bay covers

Use a #1 Phillips screwdriver to secure drive bay covers over any open tape drive bays.

Connecting the Ethernet cable

To use the RMI with the lower Library, insert one end of an Ethernet cable into the Ethernet port on
the back of the Library. Plug the other end into an Ethernet LAN port.

Powering on the Libraries

Power on each Library from its OCP. They no longer communicate with each other and must be
configured and operated separately.

Copying the key server token

Skip this section if the extended library is not using the HP StorageWorks 1/8 G2 and MSL Encryption
Kit.
The encryption keys used to read and write encrypted data are stored on a USB key server token. In
the extended library, encryption keys are stored in the key server token installed in the master Library.

58 Servicing the Library Extender

 When the Libraries are separated, each Library will need its own key server token with the keys to
read tapes that were written by the extended Library.
To create a second key server token with the keys used by the extended library, follow the instructions
for backing up the key server token data in the HP StorageWorks 1/8 G2 and MSL Encryption Kit
user guide.
Insert the key server token into the USB port on the master Library.

Reconfiguring the Libraries

When extended mode is disabled, each Library will have a mix of settings from the extended library,
default values, previous values, and new values. Use the OCP or RMI to check the settings for each
Library and reconfigure them if necessary. See the HP StorageWorks MSL2024, MSL4048, and
MSL8096 Tape Libraries user and service guide for more information about the settings and configuring
the Libraries.

Settings retained from the extended library

The following settings are retained by both Libraries from the extended library:
• Administrator password
• SCSI tape drive addresses
• Fibre Channel drive settings
• Date and time
• Email notification
• Encryption — remains On if LTO3 or LTO4 tape drives are installed

Settings that are set to default values

The following settings are set to default values:
• Mailslot configuration — all mailslots disabled
• Reserved slots — no reserved slots
• Library mode — Automatic
• Autoload — No
• Loop — No
• Logical libraries (partitioning) — Off
• SCSI master drive — the lowest tape drive in each Library

Settings where the lower Library reverts to earlier values

For the following settings, the upper Library retains the settings from the extended Library and the
lower Library reverts to the settings it had before extended mode was enabled:
• Network settings
• Barcode format reporting
• Auto clean
• SNMP
• Log tracing configuration
• Allow magazine access without the Administrator password
• Ignore barcode media ID

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Special cases
• OCP contrast setting (MSL4048 and MSL8096) — each Library retains the setting it had before
extended mode was enabled.
• Drive power — In the extended library, one of the tape drives is configured as the SCSI master
drive. The SCSI master drive can be in either Library.
When extended mode is disabled, the Library that hosts the tape drive that was configured as the
SCSI master drive in the extended library retains the drive power settings from the extended library.
Thus, if any tape drives in this Library were powered off, they will continue to be powered off.
In the other Library, all tape drives are powered on.

Removing a cartridge from the Extender

If the extended library cannot return a tape to one of the Tape Libraries, you may need to remove it
manually.
1. Remove the Extender from the tape Libraries.
a. Using a #1 Phillips screwdriver, loosen the four thumbscrews that secure the Extender to the
Tape Libraries.
b. Pull the Extender straight out of the Libraries as shown in Figure 35, page 60.

Figure 35 Removing the Extender

.

2. If the tape cartridge is near the front of the Extender, grasp the cartridge with your hand and
pull it straight out of the Extender.

60 Servicing the Library Extender

 3.
CAUTION:
Removing the top of the Extender will require its replacement. Only remove the top of the
Extender to retrieve a cartridge when all other removal attempts have failed.

To remove a cartridge that is stuck in the back of the Extender:

a. Using a #2 Phillips screwdriver, loosen the six screws marked with arrows on the sheet metal
on top of the Extender.
b. Remove the top sheet metal.
c. Remove the cartridge.
d. Replace the sheet metal and tighten the screws.

Repackaging the Library Extender

IMPORTANT:
Shipping the Extender without properly repackaging it can damage the Extender.

Follow these steps to package the removed Library Extender for storage or shipment.
To package the removed Library Extender for storage or shipment:
1. Insert the cardboard support in the space between the top and bottom of the extender.

2. Place the extender on the base position of the cardboard wrapper.

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3. Fold the tab on the cardboard support piece down, and then fold the ends of the wrapper over
the front and back of the Extender.

4. Wrap the sides of the wrapper around the sides of the Extender.

5. Secure the wrapper with packaging tape.

6. Place the foam caps around the front and back of the Extender.

62 Servicing the Library Extender

7. Attach a foam side support on each side of the Extender.

8. Place the protected Extender in the shipping box.

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 9. Secure the box with packaging tape.

Releasing the magazines manually

If you cannot remove the magazines via the OCP or RMI, do the following:
1. Power off both Libraries.
2. Unplug the power cord from the Library with the magazines to be removed.

64 Servicing the Library Extender

3. From the back of the device, find the access hole for the magazine to be released. See Figure
36, Figure 37, and Figure 38.

Figure 36 Access to release lever for the right magazines in the master Library
.

Figure 37 Access to release lever for the left magazines in the master Library
.

Figure 38 Access holes for the right and left magazines in the lower Library
.

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4. To manually release a magazine, push the end of a small metal pin or straightened paper clip
until you feel some resistance, about 1.5 cm (0.6 inch), into the magazine access hole to depress
the magazine release tab. While holding in the release tab, have a second person attempt to
pull the magazine out of the front of the unit. For the MSL4048 and MSL8096, all magazines
on a side are released and may be removed at the same time. See Figure 39.

Figure 39 Releasing the magazine

.

1. Push a metal pin or paper clip into the access hole.

2. Pull the magazine out of the front of the unit.

IMPORTANT:
Do not force the pin once you encounter resistance. Doing so can damage the Library.

5. Repeat Step 4 for the other magazine if necessary.

6. If other tapes are still in the device, or if you were unable to manually remove the magazines,
contact HP customer service for assistance.

66 Servicing the Library Extender

6 Support and other resources

Contacting HP
Before you contact HP
Be sure to have the following information available before you contact HP:
• Product model names and numbers
• Technical support registration number (if applicable)
• Product serial numbers
• Error messages
• Operating system type and revision level
• Detailed questions

HP contact information
For worldwide technical support information, see the HP support website:
http://www.hp.com/support

Subscription service
HP recommends that you register your product at the Subscriber's Choice for Business website:
http://www.hp.com/go/e-updates
After registering, you will receive e-mail notification of product enhancements, new driver versions,
firmware updates, and other product resources.

Documentation feedback
HP welcomes your feedback.
To make comments and suggestions about product documentation, please send a message to
[email protected]. All submissions become the property of HP.

Related information
Documents
• HP StorageWorks MSL2024, MSL4048, and MSL8096 Tape Libraries user and service guide
• HP StorageWorks MSL Library Extender getting started guide and replacement instructions
• HP StorageWorks 1/8 G2 and MSL Encryption Kit user guide

HP StorageWorks MSL Library Extender user guide 67

 You can find these documents from the Manuals page of the HP Business Support Center website:
http://www.hp.com/support/manuals
In the Storage section, click Tape Storage and Media and then select your product.

Websites
• http://www.hp.com
• http://www.hp.com/go/storage
• http://www.hp.com/support/manuals
• http://www.hp.com/support/downloads
• http://www.hp.com/support/mslg3stree — Troubleshooting tree.
• http://www.hp.com/support/msl_extender
• http://www.hp.com/go/tapetools — HP Library and Tape Tools

Document conventions and symbols

Table 11 Document conventions

Convention Element

Blue text: Table 11 Cross-reference links and e-mail addresses

Blue, underlined text: http://www.hp.com Website addresses

• Keys that are pressed

• Text typed into a GUI element, such as a box
Bold text
• GUI elements that are clicked or selected, such as menu
and list items, buttons, tabs, and check boxes

Italic text Text emphasis

• File and directory names

• System output
Monospace text
• Code
• Commands, their arguments, and argument values

• Code variables
Monospace, italic text
• Command variables

Monospace, bold text Emphasized monospace text

WARNING!
Indicates that failure to follow directions could result in bodily harm or death.

CAUTION:
Indicates that failure to follow directions could result in damage to equipment or data.

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 IMPORTANT:
Provides clarifying information or specific instructions.

NOTE:
Provides additional information.

TIP:
Provides helpful hints and shortcuts.

Customer self repair

HP CSR programs allow you to repair your StorageWorks product. If a CSR part needs replacing,
HP ships the part directly to you so that you can install it at your convenience. Some parts do not
qualify for CSR. Your HP-authorized service provider will determine whether a repair can be
accomplished by CSR.
For more information about CSR, contact your local service provider, or see the CSR website:
http://www.hp.com/go/selfrepair

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70 Support and other resources
A Technical specifications

Table 12 Physical specifications

Characteristic Product alone Packaged

Height 88 mm (3.46 inch) 290 mm (11.42 inch)

Width 225 mm (8.86 inch) 410 mm (16.14 inch)

Extender depth 375 mm (14.76 inch) 560 mm (22.05 inch)

Library depth with Extender installed 908 mm (35.75 inch) N/A

Extender overhang beyond drive fan

103 mm (4.06 inch) N/A
and handle

Weight 2.7 kg (5.95 lb) 4.5 kg (9.92 lb)

Table 13 Environmental specifications

Characteristic Specification

10º to 35º C operating

Temperature nl

-40º to 60º C non-operating

Recommended operating temperature 10º to 35º C

Temperature shock immunity - maximum 10º C per hour operating

nl

rate of change 20º C per hour non-operating

Dust concentration less than 200 microgram/cubic meter

0 to 4,200 m (13,000 ft) at 25º C ambient operating

Altitude nl

-7 m to 10,668 m (-22 to 35,000 ft) non-operating

15% to 80% RH non-condensing operating

Humidity nl

5% to 90% RH non-condensing non-operating

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72 Technical specifications
B Electrostatic discharge

To prevent damaging the system, be aware of the precautions you need to follow when setting up
the system or handling parts. A discharge of static electricity from a finger or other conductor may
damage system boards or other static-sensitive devices. This type of damage may reduce the life
expectancy of the device.

Preventing electrostatic damage

To prevent electrostatic damage, observe the following precautions:
• Avoid hand contact by transporting and storing products in static-safe containers.
• Keep electrostatic-sensitive parts in their containers until they arrive at static-free workstations.
• Place parts on a grounded surface before removing them from their containers.
• Avoid touching pins, leads, or circuitry.
• Always be properly grounded when touching a static-sensitive component or assembly. See
Grounding methods.

Grounding methods
Use one or more of the following methods when handling or installing electrostatic-sensitive parts:
• Use a wrist strap connected by a ground cord to a grounded workstation or computer chassis.
Wrist straps are flexible straps with a minimum of 1 megohm (±10 percent) resistance in the
ground cords. To provide proper ground, wear the strap snug against the skin.
• Use heel straps, toe straps, or boot straps at standing workstations. Wear the straps on both feet
when standing on conductive floors or dissipating floor mats.
• Use conductive field service tools.
• Use a portable field service kit with a folding static-dissipating work mat.
If you do not have any of the suggested equipment for proper grounding, have an HP authorized
reseller install the part.

NOTE:
For more information on static electricity, or assistance with product installation, contact your HP
authorized reseller.

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74 Electrostatic discharge
C Regulatory compliance notices

This section contains regulatory notices for the HP StorageWorks MSL Library Extender.

Regulatory compliance identification numbers

For the purpose of regulatory compliance certifications and identification, this product has been
assigned a unique regulatory model number. The regulatory model number can be found on the
product nameplate label, along with all required approval markings and information. When requesting
compliance information for this product, always refer to this regulatory model number. The regulatory
model number is not the marketing name or model number of the product.
Product specific information:
HP StorageWorks MSL Library Extender
Regulatory model number: LVLDC-0501
FCC and CISPR classification: Class A
These products contain laser components. See Class 1 laser statement in the Laser compliance notices
section.

Federal Communications Commission notice

Part 15 of the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) Rules and Regulations has established
Radio Frequency (RF) emission limits to provide an interference-free radio frequency spectrum. Many
electronic devices, including computers, generate RF energy incidental to their intended function and
are, therefore, covered by these rules. These rules place computers and related peripheral devices
into two classes, A and B, depending upon their intended installation. Class A devices are those that
may reasonably be expected to be installed in a business or commercial environment. Class B devices
are those that may reasonably be expected to be installed in a residential environment (for example,
personal computers). The FCC requires devices in both classes to bear a label indicating the interference
potential of the device as well as additional operating instructions for the user.

FCC rating label

The FCC rating label on the device shows the classification (A or B) of the equipment. Class B devices
have an FCC logo or ID on the label. Class A devices do not have an FCC logo or ID on the label.
After you determine the class of the device, refer to the corresponding statement.

Class A equipment
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class A digital device,
pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection
against harmful interference when the equipment is operated in a commercial environment. This
equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in
accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. Operation

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 of this equipment in a residential area is likely to cause harmful interference, in which case the user
will be required to correct the interference at personal expense.

Class B equipment
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device,
pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection
against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses, and can
radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions,
may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that
interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference
to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the
user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures:
• Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
• Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
• Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit that is different from that to which the receiver
is connected.
• Consult the dealer or an experienced radio or television technician for help.

Declaration of Conformity for products marked with the FCC logo, United States
only
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions:
(1) this device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference
received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.
For questions regarding this FCC declaration, contact us by mail or telephone:
• Hewlett-Packard Company P.O. Box 692000, Mail Stop 510101 Houston, Texas 77269-2000
• Or call 1-281-514-3333

Modification
The FCC requires the user to be notified that any changes or modifications made to this device that
are not expressly approved by Hewlett-Packard Company may void the user's authority to operate
the equipment.

Cables
When provided, connections to this device must be made with shielded cables with metallic RFI/EMI
connector hoods in order to maintain compliance with FCC Rules and Regulations.

Canadian notice (Avis Canadien)

Class A equipment
This Class A digital apparatus meets all requirements of the Canadian Interference-Causing Equipment
Regulations.
Cet appareil numérique de la class A respecte toutes les exigences du Règlement sur le matériel
brouilleur du Canada.

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Class B equipment
This Class B digital apparatus meets all requirements of the Canadian Interference-Causing Equipment
Regulations.
Cet appareil numérique de la class B respecte toutes les exigences du Règlement sur le matériel
brouilleur du Canada.

European Union notice

Products bearing the CE marking comply with the EMC Directive (89/336/EEC) and the Low Voltage
Directive (73/23/EEC) issued by the Commission of the European Community.
Compliance with these directives implies conformity to the following European Norms (in parentheses
are the equivalent international standards and regulations):
• EN 55022 (CISPR 22)—Electromagnetic Interference
• EN55024 (IEC61000-4-2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 8, 11)—Electromagnetic Immunity
• EN61000-3-2 (IEC61000-3-2)—Power Line Harmonics
• EN61000-3-3 (IEC61000-3-3)—Power Line Flicker
• EN 60950 (IEC60950)—Product Safety

Japanese notices

Japanese VCCI-A notice

Japanese VCCI-B notice

Japanese power cord statement

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Korean notices

Class A equipment

Class B equipment

Taiwanese notices

BSMI Class A notice

Taiwan battery recycle statement

Recovery mark: Recovery text:

• Four-in-one recycling symbol • “Please recycle waste batteries”

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Laser compliance notices
English laser notice
This device may contain a laser that is classified as a Class 1 Laser Product in accordance with U.S.
FDA regulations and the IEC 60825-1. The product does not emit hazardous laser radiation.

WARNING!
Use of controls or adjustments or performance of procedures other than those specified herein or in
the laser product's installation guide may result in hazardous radiation exposure. To reduce the risk
of exposure to hazardous radiation:
• Do not try to open the module enclosure. There are no user-serviceable components inside.
• Do not operate controls, make adjustments, or perform procedures to the laser device other than
those specified herein.
• Allow only HP Authorized Service technicians to repair the unit.

The Center for Devices and Radiological Health (CDRH) of the U.S. Food and Drug Administration
implemented regulations for laser products on August 2, 1976. These regulations apply to laser
products manufactured from August 1, 1976. Compliance is mandatory for products marketed in the
United States.

Dutch laser notice

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French laser notice

German laser notice

Italian laser notice

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Japanese laser notice

Spanish laser notice

Recycling notices
English notice

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Bulgarian notice

Czech notice

Danish notice

Dutch notice

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Estonian notice

Finnish notice

French notice

German notice

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Greek notice

Hungarian notice

Italian notice

Latvian notice

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Lithuanian notice

Polish notice

Portuguese notice

Romanian notice

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Slovak notice

Spanish notice

Swedish notice

Turkish notice

Türkiye Cumhuriyeti: EEE Yönetmeli ine Uygundur

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Battery replacement notices
Dutch battery notice

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French battery notice

German battery notice

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Italian battery notice

Japanese battery notice

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Spanish battery notice

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Glossary

CSR Customer self repair. An HP program that allows you to repair your StorageWorks
product by shipping the repair part directly to you.

GUI Graphical user interface.

I²C The internal communication bus used by the Library to communicate with the
tape drives

L&TT HP StorageWorks Library and Tape Tools. A set of diagnostic tools for HP
StorageWorks tape libraries and tape drives, including the MSL2024, MSL4048,
and MSL8096 Tape Libraries. L&TT can be downloaded free of charge from
http://www.hp.com/support/TapeTools.

OCP Operator control panel. The LCD panel and buttons on the front panel of the
Tape Library.

RMI Remote Management Interface. A web-based interface used to monitor and

control the Library.

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Index

ESD (electrostatic discharge)

B obtaining additional information, 73
battery replacement notices, 87 prevention measures, 73
boot straps, using, 73 storing products, 73
transporting products, 73
European Union notice, 77
C
Canadian notice, 76
configuring, 15 F
library, 21 features, 11
conventions Federal Communications Commission notice,
document, 68 75
text symbols, 68 firmware
customer self repair, 69 updating, 25
floor mats, dissipating, 73
D
Declaration of Conformity, 76 G
default settings, 25 ground strap specifications, 73
diagnostic tests grounding
demo, 26 methods, 73
Library Extender cycle test, 26 straps, wearing, 73
running, 26 suggested equipment for, 73
slot to slot, 26
wellness test, 26
diagnostic tools, 43 H
Extender status LEDs, 43 heel straps, using, 73
Library & Tape Tools, 48 help, 15
Library Extender cycle test, 44 obtaining, 67
wellness test, 44 HP
dissipating floor mats, 73 technical support, 67
document
conventions, 68
related documentation, 67
documentation
HP website, 68
providing feedback, 67

E
electrostatic damage prevention, 73
Encryption Kit
using with the Extender, 13
error codes, 48

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I P
installation partitioning, 13
aligning the Libraries, 38 parts
checking the Extender LEDs, 41 proper handling, 73
determining the master and lower Library, 29 storing, 73
downloading product documentation, 28 transporting, 73
enabling extended mode, 30 power off, 16
extending the pull-out tab, 37 power on, 15
identifying product components, 28 power supply redundancy, 12
installing the Extender, 39 preventing electrostatic damage, 73
installing the Library in the rack rails, 34 product information tab, 37
moving the clip nuts, 34
moving the rack rails and clip nuts, 33
overview, 13 R
positioning the Libraries in a rack, 31 rack stability
powering off the Libraries, 31 warning, 14
powering on the extended library, 40 regulatory compliance
relocating tape drives, 35 Canadian notice, 76
removing a Library from a rack or tabletop European Union notice, 77
conversion cover, 32 identification numbers, 75
removing and replacing drive bay covers, 36 Japanese notices, 77
removing the cartridges from the Libraries, Korean notices, 78
30 laser, 79
removing the USB device and Ethernet cable Taiwanese notices, 78
from the lower Library, 37 related documentation, 67
saving the Library configuration, 29 releasing the magazines manually, 64
upgrading the Library firmware, 29 removing a cartridge from the Extender, 60
verifying the installation, 42 removing the Library Extender, 56
repackaging the Extender, 61
replacing the Library Extender, 55
J RMI
Japanese notices, 77 help, 15

K S
Korean notices, 78 service procedures
releasing the magazines manually, 64
removing a cartridge from the Extender, 60
L removing the Extender, 56
laser compliance notices, 79 repackaging the Extender, 61
library replacing the Extender, 55
configuring, 21 settings
Library & Tape Tools, 48 default, 25
library identity slot numbering, 12
viewing, 17 specifications
library status environmental, 71
viewing, 18 physical, 71
logical libraries, 13 static-dissipating work mat, 73
lower Library, 11 static-safe containers
storing products, 73
transporting products, 73
M status LEDs, 43
mailslot configurations, 12
master Library, 11

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straps, ground
boot, 73
heel, 73
toe, 73
Subscriber's Choice, HP, 67
supported configurations, 11
symbols in text, 68

T
Taiwanese notices, 78
tape drive numbering, 12
technical support
HP, 67
service locator website, 68
text symbols, 68
toe straps, using, 73
tools, conductive type, 73
troubleshooting, 43
troubleshootings
error codes, 48

U
updating firmware, 25

V
viewing
library identity, 17
library status, 18

W
warning
rack stability, 14
websites
customer self repair, 69
HP ,
HP Subscriber's Choice for Business, 67
product manuals, 68
work mat, static-dissipating, 73
wrist straps
specifications, 73
using, 73

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