T950-LumOS Tape Library

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Product Information

Specifications

Model: SPECTRA T950 Library
Manufacturer: Spectra Logic

Software: LumOS

Product Usage Instructions

1. Library Overview

The SPECTRA T950 Library is equipped with various features
including LumOS Software, Front Panel Components, Operator Panel,
Tape Drives, and more.

2. Accessing the LumOS User Interface

To access the LumOS User Interface, log in using the provided
credentials. Navigate through the Dashboard to access different
features and settings.

3. Configuring The Library

To configure the library, you can set up users, edit settings
such as network configurations, power settings, and create
different partitions for storage and cleaning.

4. Encryption

The library supports BlueScale and KMIP Encryption for data
security. You can add, export, and delete encryption keys as
needed.

5. Using The Library

To control the library power, import/export magazines, and
exchange cartridges, follow the specific instructions provided in
the user manual. Make sure to prepare partitions accordingly.

FAQ

Q: How do I power on the library?

A: To power on the library, locate the Power button on the main
panel and press it to initiate the power-up sequence.

Q: Can I add additional storage partitions?

A: Yes, you can create new storage partitions by accessing the
Partition Overview section in the settings and following the steps
outlined for creating a new partition.

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TABLE OF CONTENTS

Contacting Spectra Logic

About This Guide

Intended Audience

Product Status

Related Information

Chapter 2 – Library Overview

Library Features

LumOS Software

Front Panel Components

Interior Components

Main and Drive Expansion Frame Rear Components

Operator Panel and Touch Screen

TeraPack Access Ports (TAPs)

Spectra Library Control Modules

Exporting Controllers

Tape Drives

SpectraVision Camera

TeraPack Cartridge Handling

Library Expansion and Upgrades

Overview of the LumOS User Interface

Access Options

LumOS Web Interface

User Interface Features

Logging in to the LumOS User Interface

Dashboard

Overview of the LumOS API

Accessing the LumOS API

Authentication in ReST API

Sample API Command

API Updates

Chapter 3 – Architecture Overview

Media Pools

Library Partitions

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Storage Partitions

Cleaning Partitions and Auto Drive Clean

Drive and Media Frames

Component Identifiers

Drive Identifiers

Connectivity

TeraPorter Connectivity

Drive Connectivity

High-Availability Configurations

Redundant Connectivity

Robotics Failover

Redundant Power Supplies

Chapter 4 – Configuring The Library

Configuring Users

Creating and Editing Users

Editing the Current User Password

Configuring Settings

Basic Settings

Auto-Logout Settings

Authentication Settings

Network Settings

Syslog and Remote Client Settings

Power Settings

Barcode Settings

Dashboard Settings

Partition Overview

Licensing

Configuring and Using Cleaning Partitions and Auto Drive Clean

Configuring and Using Storage Partitions

Storage Partition Options

Creating A Partition

Overview

Partition Interface

Creating A New Cleaning Partition

Creating A New Storage Partition

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Modifying An Existing Partition

Deleting A Partition

101

Chapter 5 – Encryption

102

BlueScale Encryption Key Management Overview

103

Understanding the Components

103

Standard Edition vs. Professional Edition

103

Configuring Encryption

105

Adding BlueScale Encryption

105

Exporting BlueScale Encryption Keys

108

Deleting BlueScale Encryption Keys

109

Authorization Settings

110

Multi User Mode

112

KMIP Encryption Key Management Overview

114

Adding KMIP Encryption

114

Chapter 6 – Using The Library

119

Controlling the Library Power

121

Power On the Library

121

Power Off the Library

122

Importing, Exporting, and Exchanging Magazines

123

Dual TAP

123

Bulk TAP

123

Requirements

123

Restrictions

124

Performing an Import or Export

126

Importing Into a Storage or Cleaning Partition

127

Import Requirements

127

Prepare the Storage Partition or the Cleaning Partition

129

Import the Magazines

130

Exporting Magazines and Cartridges

132

Prepare for the Export

132

Export the Magazines or Cartridges in a Partition

133

Exchanging Magazines and Cartridges

135

Prepare for the Exchange

135

Exchange the Magazines or Cartridges in a Partition

135

Move Media

137

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Moving Media

137

Media Lifecycle Management

139

Navigating the MLM Screen

139

Tape Details

140

Tape Mount History

141

Drive Lifecycle Management

142

Overview

142

Drive Health Reports

142

Drive Lifecycle Management

143

Navigating the DLM Screen

143

Drive Details

144

Drive Mount History

145

Drive Actions

146

Licenses

147

Adding a License

147

Chapter 7 – Maintaining The Library

148

Updating, Servicing, or Moving the Library

149

Diagnostics & Utilities

150

Alerts

176

Configuring Alerts

178

Adding or Editing Alert Subscribers

179

Log Gathering

181

Gathering Logs

181

Managing Backups

182

Package Update

184

Overview

184

Configuring a Package Update

184

Drive Firmware Update

186

Updating Drive Firmware in LumOS User Interface

186

Updating Drive Firmware Using ITDT

192

Robotics

195

Robot Details

195

Chapter 8 – Technical Support

196

Accessing the Technical Support Portal

197

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Create an Account Log Into the Portal Opening a Support Ticket Search for Help Online Submit an Incident Online Submit an Incident by Phone Returns
Appendix A – Best Practices
MLM Best Practices Implementation Guidelines Usage Policy Guidelines
Using Cartridges Labeling Cartridges Handling Cartridges Storing Cartridges Using Cartridges in the Library Cartridge Rotation
Appendix B – Specifications
Library Specifications Data Storage Capacity Size and Weight Service Access Requirements Shipping and Storage Size and Weight Power Specifications Environmental Specifications Shock and Vibration Specifications
Interface Specifications Component Interface Connectors Network Interface Cable Requirements Universal Serial Bus (USB) Support NDMP Support
Tape Drive and Media Specifications LTO Tape Drive Specifications TS11xx Technology Tape Drive Specifications Drive-Based Encryption Highlights

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Tape Media Specifications

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Barcode Label Specifications

246

Interoperability and Software Compatibility

251

Appendix C – Regulatory & Safety Standards

252

EU Declaration of Conformity

253

Emission Standards

254

FCC Notice

254

Korean Notice

254

Safety Standards and Compliance

255

Laser Warning

255

Nemko Accreditation

256

Environmental Regulations

257

Waste of Electronic and Electrical Equipment (WEEE) Directive

257

Restriction of Hazardous Substances in Electrical and Electronic

Equipment (RoHS)

257

Measures for the Administration of the Control of Pollution by

Electronic Information Products (China)

258

Recycling Your Library

258

Conflict Minerals Policy

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Date April 2025 May 2025

Description Initial Release. Updated for LumOS 2.2.

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ABOUT THIS GUIDE
ABOUT THIS GUIDE
This guide describes how to configure, use, maintain, and troubleshoot the Spectra® T950 library. It also provides specifications for the library.
INTENDED AUDIENCE
This guide is intended for data center administrators and operators who maintain and operate backup systems. The information in this guide assumes a familiarity with SCSI and Fibre Channel command protocols, as well as with network connectivity protocols such as Fibre Channel, SAS, and Ethernet. It also assumes a knowledge of technical tasks such as configuring operating systems and installing drivers.
PRODUCT STATUS
The Spectra Logic® Technical Support portal provides information about which products are currently supported and which are considered discontinued. To view information about discontinued products, log into the portal (see Accessing the Technical Support Portal on page 197).

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ABOUT THIS GUIDE
RELATED INFORMATION
This section contains information about this document and other documents related to the T950 library.
User Interface Screens
The interface changes as new features are added or other modifications are made between software revisions. Therefore, the screens on your library may differ from those shown in this document.
Additional Publications
For additional information about the T950 library and its drives, refer to the publications listed in this section.
T950 Tape Library
This guide and the following documents related to the T950 library are available as PDF files on the Spectra Logic website at support.spectralogic.com/documentation. · The Spectra T950 Library Site Preparation Guide provides information about preparing your
site for the installation of the T950 library. · The Spectra Tape Libraries SCSI Developer’s Guide provides detailed information about the
SCSI and Fibre Channel commands used in the library. · The Spectra Tape Libraries Warnings document provides all of the warnings found in Spectra
tape libraries documentation, in English and 27 other languages.

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LTO Ultrium Tape Drives
The following documents provide information that is applicable to all IBM LTO tape drives.
· IBM Tape Device Drivers Installation and User’s Guide Note: This guide also provides information about using the IBM Tape Diagnostic Tool (ITDT) to troubleshoot drive problems.
· IBM TotalStorage LTO Ultrium Tape Drive: SCSI Reference
For drive-specific information, search for the product name (for example, LTO 8) on the documentation page on the IBM website. You can also search the IBM Support Portal at: ibm.com/support/knowledgecenter/.
TS11xx Technology Drives
The following documents provide information that is applicable to TS11xx technology drives.
· IBM System Storage Tape Drive 3592 SCSI Reference · IBM Tape Device Drivers Installation and User’s Guide
Note: This guide also provides information about using the IBM Tape Diagnostic Tool (ITDT) to troubleshoot drive problems.

Typographical Conventions
This document uses the following conventions to highlight important information:

WARNING

Read text marked by the “Warning” icon for information you must know to avoid personal injury.

CAUTION

Read text marked by the “Caution” icon for information you must know to avoid damaging the library, the tape drives, or losing data.

IMPORTANT

Read text marked by the “Important” icon for information that helps you complete a procedure or avoid extra steps.

Note: Read text marked with “Note” for additional information or suggestions about the current topic.

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CHAPTER 2 – LIBRARY OVERVIEW
CHAPTER 2 – LIBRARY OVERVIEW

The Spectra T950 library is an enterprise-class, highly scalable library. It provides fast, affordable storage that meets the stringent requirements for data integrity, data security, and high reliability in the enterprise environment.

This chapter provides an overview of the T950 library features and components.

Library Features

LumOS Software

Front Panel Components

Interior Components

Main and Drive Expansion Frame Rear Components

Operator Panel and Touch Screen

TeraPack Access Ports (TAPs)

Spectra Library Control Modules

Exporting Controllers

Tape Drives

SpectraVision Camera

TeraPack Cartridge Handling

Library Expansion and Upgrades

Overview of the LumOS User Interface

Access Options

LumOS Web Interface

User Interface Features

Logging in to the LumOS User Interface

Dashboard

Overview of the LumOS API

Accessing the LumOS API

Authentication in ReST API

Sample API Command

API Updates

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LIBRARY FEATURES

This section provides an overview of the features that make the T950 library a highly versatile enterprise storage solution. The library’s unique modular design lets you tailor the library to suit your current data requirements and easily expand it in the future. Keep up with data growth and technology changes by adding storage capacity and incorporating new drive technologies as they become available.
LumOS Software

The library’s LumOS software lets you set configuration options, view library and drive information and metrics, manage cartridges, and monitor library operations. You can access the LumOS interface using any of the following methods:
· The T950 operator panel interface — via the touch screen on the library’s operator panel.
· The LumOS web interface — via the Remote Library Controller (RLC) using a standard web browser.
· The LumOS API — via API Platform software or a custom program developed to use the LumOS API.
See Overview of the LumOS User Interface on page 47, for detailed information about the features and controls provided by the LumOS user interface.

IMPORTANT

Many of the features described in this user guide require your library to be running the most current version of the LumOS software. Spectra Logic recommends that you keep your library’s LumOS software and component firmware up-to-date at all times. If you are using a previously released LumOS package, upgrading to the current release is strongly recommended. See Maintaining The Library on page 148 for detailed information.

The LumOS software includes the following features (listed in alphabetical order).
API Command Interface
The API interface provides a set of commands for use in customer-generated programs used for controlling all library operations without using the LumOS user interface.

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Auto Configuration Save
The Auto Configuration Save feature automatically generates a daily backup file on the LS. The backup file contains the library configuration, partition configuration, move history, and the MLM and DLM databases, as well as the encryption configuration and any BlueScale encryption keys.
If desired, you can download the backup file after it is created. Having an external copy of the backup file ensures that you can recover the library configuration, as well as the MLM and DLM databases, in the event of a disaster and is highly recommended.

Auto Drive Clean
Auto Drive Clean provides library-based cleaning of drives without user intervention. Automated drive cleaning results in fewer failed tape read/write operations and is the recommended method for cleaning drives.
The Auto Drive Clean feature uses a dedicated cleaning partition for storing cleaning cartridges. The cleaning partition can be shared by multiple storage partitions and is used by the library to automatically clean drives whenever necessary.

Diagnostics and Utilities
Diagnostics and utilities are available through the LumOS interface. Selecting a diagnostic or utility displays additional information, including whether or not you can run the operation while the library is operating.

IMPORTANT

In general, the library diagnostics and advanced utilities are only for use under the direction of Spectra Logic Technical Support.

Drive Lifecycle Management
Drive Lifecycle Management (DLM) helps you identify drives that are experiencing high error rates or other problems. See Drive Lifecycle Management on page 142 for detailed information.
Encryption Key Management
The Spectra T950 library can encrypt data and manage encryption keys using BlueScale key management.

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EnergyAudit Reporting
The EnergyAudit feature lets you gather power consumption metrics using the LumOS API.
Media Lifecycle Management
Media Lifecycle Management (MLM) helps you manage your tape media by giving you tools to proactively determine potential media errors before they happen. See Media Lifecycle Management on page 139 for detailed information about configuring and using the MLM features.
Shared Library Services (SLS) Partitioning
The library uses Shared Library Services (SLS) virtualization technology to partition the library into multiple virtual libraries. See Library Partitions for detailed information about how partitions function in the library. See Creating A Partition on page 89 for detailed information about configuring and using partitions.
Soft Load
The Soft Load feature uses the drives soft load (or auto load) functionality to improve library performance. Soft Load requires that the partition use LTO-6 or later generation drives.
Spectra Swarm
The Spectra Swarm bridge is a high-performance storage controller that adds 40-Gigabit Ethernet connectivity to SAS tape drives. See the Spectra Swarm Bridge Installation & Configuration Guide for more information.

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Front Panel Components
Figure 1 shows the front components of a five frame library. It also shows the relative locations of the main frame, the expansion frames, and the service frames. The expansion frames and bulk TAP are optional.

Figure 1 Front panel components. The following table describes each of the components shown in Figure 1.

Component Window Panels
Main Frame

Description
The window panels on the outer side of the right- and left-most frames let you view the inside of the library and provide access to the interior components. The window panels are equipped with safety interlocks that power down the library robotics when removed.
The main frame houses the library control module (LCM), the main robotics control module (RCM), the operator panel, the TeraPack access port (TAP), robotics interface modules (RIMs), power supplies, the EtherLib switch, and drives. It also provides cartridge storage.

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Component

Description

Operator Panel

The operator panel on the main frame includes a color LCD touch screen and library power button. To learn more, see Operator Panel and Touch Screen on page 34. A stylus for making selections and typing entries on the touch screen can be conveniently stored near the screen.

TeraPack Access Ports (TAPs)

The TeraPack Access Ports (TAPs) act as entry/exit ports that let you import media into or remove media from the library. The library has two types of TAPs:
· The center TAP lets you import or export a single magazine. The two TAP chambers alternate to provide increased throughput.
· The optional bulk TAP lets you import or export up to 14 TeraPack magazines in a single operation.
To learn more about the TAP, see TeraPack Access Ports (TAPs) on page 35.

Expansion Frames

Expansion frames make it possible to increase media storage capacity or the number of drives in the library. See Drive, Media, and Service Frames for more information.

Air Filters and Fans

The air filters on the front of the main frame, drive frames, and service frames prevent particulate contaminants from being pulled into the library by the air circulation system. Redundant fans in the main and drive frames ensure positive pressure inside the library, keeping dust out, and circulate clean air for climate control inside the library.

Doors (not shown)

Lockable doors on the back of the main, drive expansion, and service frames enclose the drives and cable connections to prevent unauthorized access.

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Interior Components
Figure 2 shows the interior components of the library. Note: The interior components are shown for reference only. They are not accessible during normal operation.

Figure 2 Library interior components (viewed through the right-hand service frame with the access panel removed). The following table describes each of the components shown in Figure 2.

Component LED Light Bars

Description
The LED light bars, mounted at the top of the main frame and each expansion frame, illuminate the interior of the library.

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Component Transporter
Media Storage

Description
Note: Depending on your library, the light bars may be different from those shown in Figure 2 on page 23.
The transporter and the Vertical Axis (VAX) column make up the robotics used to move a TeraPack magazine from one location to another in the library.
The transporter, which is mounted on the VAX column, retrieves the magazine from the source chamber and holds it while the VAX column moves to its destination. The cartridge picker then removes the requested individual cartridge from the magazine and inserts it into a drive. When the drive is finished using the cartridge and ejects it, the cartridge picker retrieves the cartridge and places it in a magazine. The VAX column then moves the transporter to return the magazine to a storage chamber.
The VAX column moves along the horizontal axis (HAX) and the transporter moves up and down the VAX column to perform all media movement within the library. The barcode reader mounted on the cartridge picker reads the barcode labels on TeraPack magazines and individual cartridges. The library uses the barcode label information to maintain an inventory of the media currently storied inside the library.
All of the media in the library is stored in TeraPack magazines. Each magazine contains nine slots for TS11xx technology cartridges or ten slots for LTO cartridges. The magazines are placed in TBAs or on shelves divided into chambers. Each chamber provides storage for one TeraPack magazine.
The number of slots in a frame depends on the type and configuration of the frame and magazines (see Drive, Media, and Service Frames). The maximum media storage capacity of the library depends on the number of drives installed and the number of drive and media expansion frames installed (see Data Storage Capacity).

Main and Drive Expansion Frame Rear Components

The components on the library’s rear panel depend on the type of frame. Figure 3 shows the rear panel components of the library main frame. Except where noted in the following descriptions, the same components are present in each drive expansion frame.
Note: Any bays that do not contain components must have covers installed to maintain proper air circulation throughout the library and to protect the internal components.

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Figure 3 Library main frame rear components (doors removed). The following table describes each of the components shown in Figure 3 on page 25.

Component Doors (not shown)

Description
Doors on the back of each frame protect the cabling connections. The doors are equipped with safety interlocks that cause the library robotics to operate at a reduced speed while the doors are open.

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Component

Description

Tool Storage

The compartment above the media storage area in the main frame provides space for storing the tool kit and documentation that accompanies the library.

BlueScale Vision Camera Connector

The dedicated Ethernet port for the BlueScale Vision camera lets you connect the camera to an Ethernet network and use the web-based software to monitor the interior of the library. Each frame that contains a camera has an Ethernet connector.
Notes:
· The BlueScale Vision camera connector is not present if a frame does not have a BlueScale Vision camera installed.
· In media expansion frames, the connector is in a similar location.

Media Storage Chambers

All of the media in the library is stored in TeraPack magazines, each of which contains ten slots for LTO media or nine slots for TS11xx technology media. The magazines are placed on shelves divided into chambers. The number of chambers at the back of a frame depends on the type of frame and its configuration.

Drive Bay Assemblies (DBAs)

A main or drive frame can have either three or six DBAs installed.
Each DBA provides the electrical and internal interface connections for up to four drives. Each DBA also includes a controller bay for a RIM or EtherLib switch to the right of the drives.
Notes:
· Any drive or controller bays that do not contain components must have covers installed to maintain proper air circulation throughout the library and to protect internal components.
· The library does not support placing an LTO drive in Drive Bay Assembly position 1 if there is a TS11xx technology drive in Drive Bay Assembly position 2, or in Drive Bay Assembly position 3 if there is a TS11xx technology drive in Drive Bay Assembly position 4.

Flex Bays (for DBAs or TBAs)

In LTO main and drive frames, three flex bays make it possible to configure the frame to increase media storage capacity or data throughput. The flex bays accommodate either three Drive Bay Assemblies (DBAs) or three TeraPack Bay Assemblies (TBAs).
Note: TS11xx technology or mixed media main and drive frames always include DBAs or shelves in place of the flex bays.

TeraPack Bay Assemblies (TBAs)

Each TBA contains four chambers, each of which accommodates a single magazine. If the frame has only three DBAs installed, TBAs occupy the flex bays.

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Component LCM
24 VDC Robotics Power Supply Modules

Description
Dedicated on-board library control modules run the LumOS software that controls all aspects of library operation.
Two 24 VDC power supply modules in the main frame provide redundant power for the library robotics and motors, the fans, and the interior LED light bars.

Each 24 VDC power supply module has two indicator LEDs, one for DC power status and one for AC power status. The color of the LED indicates the power supply status:
· Green — The power is on and functioning normally.
· Orange — The power supply has a fault condition.
· Off — The power is not on or the power supply module is not functioning normally.
Notes:
· Drive expansion frames do not include 24 VDC power supply modules.
· If the second 24 VDC power supply module is not installed, a cover over the opening maintains proper air circulation throughout the frame.

Robotics Interface Module (RIM)

One RIM2 can be installed in each of the vertical controller bays to the right of the drives in the main frame DBA (see Figure 3 on page 25). A RIM2 or LTO-6 or later generation drive, or a TS tape technology drive is required to provide the Fibre Channel interface to the library’s TeraPorter.

Drives

The library accommodates multiple generations of high-performance, high-capacity, full-height and half-height LTO drives, TS11xx technology drives. The drives are installed in DBAs, with each DBA accommodating up to four drives. Drives are hot-swappable to provide uninterrupted operation.
Notes:
· Any drive bays that do not have drives installed must have covers installed to maintain proper air circulation throughout the frame and to protect internal library components.

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Component Power Control Module (PCM) 5/12 VDC Power Supply Modules
5/12 VDC Power Supply Modules (continued)

Description
· The library does not support placing an LTO drive in Drive Bay Assembly position 1 if there is a TS11xx technology in Drive Bay Assembly position 2, or in Drive Bay Assembly position 3 if there is a TS11xx technology in Drive Bay Assembly position 4.
The PCM supplies power to the power supplies and monitors the power supply modules in the frame for output voltage, output current, power supply fan operational status, and power supply operational temperature. The PCM uses the voltage and current data to calculate the library power usage that is available using the API and displayed in the LumOS user interface.
The 5/12 VDC power supply modules convert AC input to provide the 5 VDC and 12 VDC power used by the drives in the frame. In the main frame, these power supplies also provide power to the controller bays, the LCM, the RCM, and the LCD operator panel. With the exception of its voltage rating, the 5/12 VDC power supply module physically resembles the 24 VDC robotics power supply module shown on on the previous page.
The number of supplies required by a library is calculated by Spectra Logic based on the number and type of drives in the library. Extra supplies provide redundancy and failover protection.
There are two different power supplies available depending on the age and configuration of the library. The new and old supplies can be mixed in a power control module and older supplies can always be replaced by a newer supply. However, newer supplies cannot always be replaced by an older supply. Contact Spectra Logic Technical Support (see Technical Support on page 196) for more information.
Power Supply Type 1 Each power supply module has two indicator LEDs, one for AC power status and one for DC power status. The color of the LED indicates the status.
· Green — The power is on and functioning normally.
· Orange — The power supply has a fault condition.
· Off — The power is not on or the power supply module is not functioning normally.
Note: Any bays that do not have power supply modules installed must have covers installed to maintain proper air circulation throughout the frame.

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Component

Description

Power Supply Type 2 Each power supply module has three indicator LEDs, one for AC power status, one for 5-volt power status, and one for 12-volt power status. The color of the LED indicates the status.
· Green — The power is on and functioning normally.
· Amber — The supply is operating with a Current/Temperature Limit.
· Red — There is a fault that prevents the supply from operating.
· Off — The power is not on or the power supply module is not functioning normally.
Note: Any bays that do not have power supply modules installed must have covers installed to maintain proper air circulation throughout the frame.

Dual AC Power Module

The dual AC power module provides surge protection for the library power system and monitors the primary AC input power to determine whether it is present and of adequate voltage. If the primary AC input fails or drops too low, the dual AC power module handles the failover to the redundant, secondary AC input until the primary input is restored.

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Component

Description
Each dual AC power module includes both primary and secondary AC power connectors and two breaker switches. There are three types of dual AC power modules: dual AC, dual AC with convenience outlet, and dual AC 2. Dual AC with convenience outlet and dual AC 2 power modules include a 200-240 VAC convenience outlet. The dual AC convenience outlet is rated at 5 A. The dual AC 2 convenience outlet is rated at 2 A.
Dual AC Power Module and Dual AC Power Module with Convenience Outlet LEDs indicate the status of the primary and secondary AC inputs.
· Primary and Secondary Input Power LED States:
· Green – Good/Active
· Orange – Under Voltage
CAUTION If the power sources for the AC inputs for a frame using the dual AC or dual AC with convenience outlets are not on the same phase, damage to the library could result.

Figure 4 Dual AC power module

Dual AC Power Module (continued)

Figure 5 Dual AC power module with convenience outlet
Dual AC 2 Power Module LEDs indicate the status of the primary and secondary AC inputs and the overall dual AC 2 module.

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Component

Description
· Primary and Secondary Input Power LED States: · Green – Good/Active · Blue – Good/Not Active · Orange – Bad/Active, cannot switch to secondary source · Red – Under Voltage Lockout · Off – Not Present
· Dual AC 2 Status LED States: · Blinking Green – Good Status · Solid Red – Over Temperature, >100C
Notes: · The dual AC 2 does not require the power sources for the AC inputs for
a frame to be on the same phase. · The convenience outlet is powered by the primary AC input. If the
primary input fails, the convenience outlet does not function.

Figure 6 Dual AC 2 power module.
Bulk TAP Media Expansion Frame Components
The bulk TeraPack Access Port (TAP) media expansion frame is used to import or export up to 14 magazines in a single operation. See TeraPack Access Ports (TAPs) on page 35 for detailed information about how the bulk TAP operates.

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Figure 7 The front of the bulk TAP service frame. The following table describes each of the components shown in Figure 7.

Component TAP Carousel Door Release Button
Door

Description
The TAP carousel accommodates up to 14 TeraPack magazines.
An LED in the button indicates the current state of the TAP carousel. Pressing the button, when the carousel is ready to be loaded or unloaded, opens the door. · Solid green — The carousel is ready to be loaded or unloaded. · Flashing green — An import or export operation is in progress. · Red — The carousel is in an error state. · Off — The carousel is empty and there are no unprocessed import or
export requests.
The door locks to prevent unauthorized access to the carousel.

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Component Media Storage
Bulk TAP Service Control Module (SCM) (on rear)

Description
The bulk TAP frame has 50 LTO media storage chambers or 42 TS11xx media storage chambers. Each chamber accommodates a single TeraPack magazine. See Drive, Media, and Service Frames for additional information.
The bulk TAP service control module (SCM) provides the control logic for the bulk TAP carousel and door.

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Operator Panel and Touch Screen
The operator panel touch screen on the main frame provides local access to the LumOS user interface through the Library Control (LC) server. You can select options and enter information by touching the appropriate location on the screen.

Figure 8 The library operator panel displaying the Dashboard screen of the LumOS user interface. The operator panel includes the following features:

Component LCD touch screen
Power Button

Description
The LCD touch screen lets you monitor library operations and select configuration options using the LumOS user interface.
The power button provides front panel on/off control of the library.

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TeraPack Access Ports (TAPs)
The TeraPack Access Ports (TAPs) act as entry/exit ports that let you import magazines into or export magazines from the library. A magazine can contain one or more cartridges or it can be empty.
Note: To import or export individual cartridges, they must be placed in a magazine.
The library features two types of TAPs:
· The center TAP lets you move TeraPack magazines into or out of the library one at a time. During import or export operations involving multiple magazines, the TAP doors alternate so that the operation completes more quickly.
· The carousel in the bulk TAP media frame lets you move up to 14 magazines into or out of the library in a single operation.
Using the TAP to move cartridges into and out of the library provides these key advantages:
· Data Security — Media is never stored in the TAP. A newly inserted TeraPack magazine is automatically moved into the library and placed in a storage chamber. A magazine already in the library is only moved to the TAP when you request an export operation through the user interface. Data security and backup integrity are enhanced because the media stored in the library can only be accessed using the password-protected LumOS user interface or API.
· Convenience — Instead of individually importing or exporting single cartridges as you would with a traditional entry/exit port, using a TAP lets you handle multiple cartridges in a single operation, thus reducing the time spent on import and export tasks.

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Center TAP
The center TAP lets you move a single TeraPack magazine into and out of the library. When you use the center TAP, one of the two TAP doors opens so that you can insert or remove a magazine. During import or export operations involving multiple magazines, the TAP doors can alternate so that the operation completes more quickly.

Figure 9 The center TAP with a TeraPack magazine loaded.
See Importing, Exporting, and Exchanging Magazines on page 123 for details on how the center TAP is used to import and export TeraPack magazines.

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Bulk TAP
The optional bulk TAP service frame lets you import or export up to 14 TeraPack magazines in a single operation.

Figure 10 The bulk TAP carousal.
See Importing, Exporting, and Exchanging Magazines on page 123 for details on how the bulk TAP is used to import and export TeraPack magazines.
Spectra Library Control Modules
The library uses control modules called the Spectra Library Server (Spectra LS). The dedicated computer run the library’s LumOS software, which controls and manages all aspects of the library operation. It functions as both the Library Control Module (LCM) and the Robotics Control Module (RCM).
Spectra LS Overview
Figure 11 shows the external components on a Spectra LS module. Notes: l The connectors are only used for troubleshooting and diagnostic purposes under the direction of Spectra Logic Technical Support.

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l The Spectra LS also contains an internal hard drive that is used for storing the CAN logs used for troubleshooting the library.

Figure 11 The connectors and components on a Spectra LS. The following table describes the components shown in Figure 11.

Component USB Ports (4) Monitor Connector Ethernet Port
Dedicated EtherLib Port

Description
The USB ports on the LCM can be used to connect a USB device for transferring BlueScale encryption keys, saving configurations, and uploading LumOS software packages. Note: Not supported in the initial LumOS release.
You can connect a monitor and use it to view the LumOS user interface instead of using the library front panel. Note: Not supported in the initial LumOS release.
The left-most Ethernet port on the LCM connects the library to an Ethernet network and is used to access the library through the LumOS web interface using the Remote Library Controller (RLC). The LumOS web interface provides access to all of the options available from the library’s operator panel except those that require physical interaction with the library (for example, importing or exporting media). The Spectra LS has a 10/100/1000BaseT connection.
The right-most Ethernet port on the Spectra LS is configured as a dedicated EtherLib port. EtherLib uses this port to speed communication between components in the library. Note: This port cannot be used to access the LumOS web interface.

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Spectra LS Functionality
The LS module must be installed in the top slot of the main frame where it functions as both the Library Control Module (LCM) and Robotics Control Module (RCM). The following table describes each function of the Spectra LS control module:

When functioning as the…

The Spectra LS control module…

Library Control Module (LCM)

Runs the LumOS software, which provides the LumOS user interface that is used to perform all configuration, import/export, and management functions for the library. The LumOS user interface is accessible locally through the library’s touch screen and remotely using a standard web browser.
In addition to providing the user interface, the LumOS software running on the LCM generates and maintains the MLM database, BlueScale encryption keys, system logs, and other information related to the current system status. It also handles email operation.
The LCM also processes media changer commands from the hosts and storage management software to control the operation of the TeraPorter. The LCM stores all of the information about the location and status of each element in the library, as well as the raw media inventory in its nonvolatile memory.

LCR Functionality
The Library Can Repeater (LCR) module is installed in the bottom slot of the main frame. When the library control module issues a command, the LCR duplicates that signal across all frames.

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Figure 12 Identifying the LCR in the back of a library.
Exporting Controllers
Either a RIM2, a direct-attached LTO-6 or later generation drive, or TS1155, TS1160, or TS1170 tape technology drive is required to provide the control path for the library’s robotics. When configuring a storage partition, the device you select to provide the robotic control path is referred to as the “exporting controller” for the partition.
The controller is the bridge between an external Fibre Channel or SAS connection from the host and the internal interface used by the library. It provides the control path for the media changer commands sent from the host to the library. The controller relays the commands to the LCM, which processes the commands and uses them to control the robotics in the library.
A minimum of one controller is required to connect the library’s TeraPorter to the Fibre Channel or SAS network. To learn more about the role the controller plays in the library, see TeraPorter Connectivity.
Notes: l A tape drive can only provide the control path for one partition. A RIM2 can provide the robotic control path for up to 16 partitions.
l The library supports 12 RIM2 exporters and 48 drive exporters.
RIMs are mounted in the vertical controller bay located along the right side of each DBA.

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Figure 13 The Robotics Interface Module 2 (RIM2). The following table describes the controllers supported by the library.

Controller RIM2
Tape Drive (LTO and TS Technology)

Description
The RIM2 has two dual-channel 8-Gbps Fibre Channel ports (Port A and Port B), which can be used to provide connections to two separate Fibre Channel arbitrated loops or fabrics. The two ports can also be used to provide redundant control paths to the robotics from a single Fibre Channel arbitrated loop or fabric. The USB ports (4) can be used to connect a USB device for updating the RIM2 during a library package update. Notes:
· The Ethernet ports on the RIM2 are reserved for future use.
· The CAN port and monitor port on the RIM2 are for troubleshooting only.
The commands to control the motion of the robotics within the partition are sent from the host to the exporting drive’s logical unit number 1 (LUN 1). The motion control commands are then routed to the robotics using the exporting drive’s Automation/Drive Interface (ADI).

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Tape Drives
The library supports LTO-6 and later generation Fibre Channel full-height drives, LTO-7 and later generation half-height Fibre Channel and SAS drives (not shown) and TS11xx technology drives. The drives are mounted in drive sleds, which are installed in DBAs in the main and drive expansion frames. Each DBA can accommodate up to four drives. Drives are hotswappable to provide uninterrupted operation.
Note: To prevent issues with transporter position calibration, do not put labels on the front face of drives.

Figure 14 The LTO-5 and later Figure 15 The TS11xx

Fibre Channel drive sled.

technology drive sled.

The following table describes the drive components.

Component Drive Sled

Description
The drive sled provides the electrical and logical connections to the library, as well as the connections to the host Fibre Channel arbitrated loop or fabric or SAS network.
The drive sled firmware assigns an identifier to the drive based on its location in the library (see Drive Identifiers). This identifier is used to identify the drives in the LumOS user interface and API interface.
See Drive Connectivity for additional information about the Fibre Channel connectivity provided by the drive sled.

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Component

Description

Fibre Channel Connectors

Each Fibre Channel drive sled has two multi-mode optical SFP LC connectors (Port A and Port B) that are used to connect the drive directly to a Fibre Channel network. The two ports let you connect two separate fiber optic cables to each drive.
Note: For half-height drives in a full-height sled, only port A is available.

SAS Connector

Each SAS drive sled has a two, unshielded, single-port SFF-8088 (LTO-6 through 8) or SFF-8644 (LTO-9) serial connector that provides the Serial Attached SCSI (SAS) connectivity for the drive.

Status LED

Indicates the operational status of the drive sled (not the drive). · Flashing green — The drive sled is functioning normally. · Flashing red/orange — The drive sled has experienced an error. · Alternating flashing green and red/orange — The drive is ready for
replacement.

Drive Power LED

Indicates if the drive is powered on.

Lock Release

The drive sled automatically locks into place when it is installed in the DBA to keep it from being accidentally pulled out of the library. The lock release disengages the lock.

Ethernet and USB Ports These ports are typically unused, however, they may be used by service personnel to perform drive firmware updates.

For more information about the drives in the library, see:
· LTO Ultrium Tape Drives on page 16 for a list of documents that provide information that is applicable to all IBM LTO tape drives.
· TS11xx Technology Drives on page 16 for a list of documents that provide information that is applicable to TS11xx technology drives.
· LTO Tape Drive Specifications on page 235 for information about the transfer rates and storage capacities of LTO drives.
· TS11xx Technology Tape Drive Specifications on page 239 for information about the transfer rates and storage capacities of TS11xx technology drives.
· Network Interface Cable Requirements on page 232 for cabling requirements for host connections to the drives.
SpectraVision Camera

The SpectraVision camera lets you view the interior of the library while it is operating. The main frame usually contains a camera. In multi-frame libraries, additional cameras can be installed in the expansion frames to provide monitoring of the entire library. Each camera can view the interior of the frame where it is mounted and a portion of one frame to either side.

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Figure 16 White SpectraVision camera.

Figure 17 Black Spectra Vision camera.

The SpectraVision camera is mounted at the top rear of a frame. The camera lets you observe import and export operations, tape mounts, cartridge moves, and robotic operations in real time. The ability to view the interior of the library without removing the side panels provides an additional level of monitoring for your library.
Notes: l The LED lights mounted at the top of each frame provide illumination for the camera.
l The library must be powered-down to replace the SpectraVision camera.

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TERAPACK CARTRIDGE HANDLING
The library optimizes space usage by storing media on horizontal shelves. This horizontal storage provides very high density by using space within the library instead of the limited space provided by the vertical library walls. Each horizontal shelf is divided into multiple equal-sized media storage chambers. Each chamber accommodates a single TeraPack magazine.
The library uses TeraPack magazines to import and export cartridges through the TAPs and to store cartridges inside the library. Each magazine holds up to ten LTO cartridges or nine TS11xx technology cartridges. The magazine has guides along each side and grooves on the bottom to ensure proper alignment when it is inserted into the TAP.

Figure 18 TeraPack magazine with barcode labeled cartridges and plastic dust cover (LTO shown).
Storing and handling cartridges in TeraPack magazines helps eliminate errors resulting from mishandling individual tapes, which is the leading cause of tape damage. When inside the library, TeraPack magazines are stored in semi-enclosed chambers. When not in the library, an optional clear plastic dust cover snaps onto the magazine to protect the cartridges. The cartridges are continually protected by the TeraPack magazine, both inside and outside of the library.
Using TeraPack magazines offers the following advantages:
· Barcode labeling All of the cartridges in a TeraPack magazine, as well as the magazine itself, are barcode labeled for easy identification.
· Grouped media The cartridges in a TeraPack magazine are treated as a single unit during import and export operations. This grouped media handling simplifies media management tasks by eliminating the need to import or export cartridges one by one.

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LIBRARY EXPANSION AND UPGRADES
The T950 library is designed to transform and expand to meet a data center’s changing storage requirements, as well as to achieve storage consolidation goals. See for additional information.
Capacity on Demand (CoD)
The library’s capacity-on-demand feature (CoD) lets you purchase a library that suits your current needs and then purchase additional capacity later as required. CoD reduces up-front costs as you only pay for what you currently need. As more capacity is required, it can be added in increments by purchasing activation keys to license additional chambers in the library. You can then import additional TeraPack magazines to fill the licensed chambers.
Modular Expansion
The modular design makes it possible to increase media storage capacity or number of drives in the library to meet storage and performance needs as they evolve within an organization. From the basic three-frame T950 library configuration, additional expansion frames can be added to increase the tape slot and drive capacities. See Drive, Media, and Service Frames for more information.

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OVERVIEW OF THE LUMOS USER INTERFACE
The LumOS user interface lets you set configuration options, view library and drive information and metrics, manage media, monitor library operations, and perform maintenance operations.
Access Options
The LumOS user interface is accessed using either the touch screen on the library operator panel or through the LumOS web interface.
Operator Panel Touch Screen Interface
The touch screen on the operator panel of the main frame is the library’s local LumOS user interface. You select options and enter information by simply touching the appropriate location on the screen with a stylus or your finger. The touch screen interface includes a soft keyboard that you can use to enter characters into the text fields.
LumOS Web Interface
The LumOS web interface lets you use a standard web browser to access the library through the Remote Library Controller (RLC). Simply enter the library’s IP address into a browser running on a computer, tablet, or phone that can access the Ethernet network connected to the library’s LCM module. The LumOS web interface provides access to the same features and functions that are available through the touch screen, excluding functions that involve physical interaction with the library.
Note: Users with sufficient permissions can manually override and remove the restrictions on functions that involve physical interaction.
When using the web interface, keep the following requirements in mind:
Supported Browsers
Remote access to the library through the web interface is only officially supported using the Google® ChromeTM browser. Additional browsers have not been fully tested with the LumOS web interface. Using an unsupported browser may result in the LumOS web interface not displaying or operating as expected.

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User Interface Features

The following sections describe the common LumOS user interface features.

Toolbars
The toolbar panel appears along the top edge of each screen and lets you navigate through the available toolbars to select options. Clicking on a toolbar expands it to display the available options.

Option Overview
The following table provides an overview of the options available under each toolbar.

Toolbar Status
Configuration

Available Options
· Dashboard – Provides an overview of the library and its components, including library capacity, tape drive and media status, robot status, environmental and power information, and a list of the last 20 media moves performed by the library.,
· Status Messages – Displays Info, Summary, Warning, Error, and Fatal Error messages.
· DLM – (Drive Lifecycle Management) – Displays all present drives with access to their health status, mount history, and details.
· MLM – (Media Lifecycle Management) – Displays all present tapes with access to their health status, barcode, and details.
· Robotics – Displays the status of the robots inside the library and their details. When using the operator panel, users can send the robots to service.
· Library Hardware – Displays the health status and details of all hardware present in the library.
· Environment – Displays temperature and humidity information. · Power Usage – Displays the wattage used by the library. · Firmware Update Status – Displays the status of each firmware update
check, which is performed each time the library is powered on, or when the LumOS software restarts.
· Partitions – Displays all Cleaning and Storage partitions. Users can use the Partitions screen to create, edit, and delete partitions.
· Package Update – Displays the active package and allows users to upload, change, and delete packages.

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Toolbar Operations Tools

Available Options
· Drive Firmware Update – Displays the Drive Firmware Update screen, which provides controls for staging and committing drive firmware updates.
· Settings – Displays the Settings screen, which allows users to modify basic, authentication, network, and metric settings.
· Licensing – Displays the Licensing screen, which allows users to view existing licenses and add new license keys.
· User Management – Displays the Users screen, which allows users to create, edit, or delete users.
· Encryption – Displays the Encryption screen, which allows users to add, import, export, or delete a BlueScale encryption key, add a KMIP server, and change the encryption password.
· Move Media – Displays all Cleaning and Storage partitions and allows users to move media inside the library.
· Exchange Media – Only accessible on the operator panel. Displays all pools and magazines and allows the user to import or export magazines through the main and bulk TAPs.
· Import Media – Only accessible on the operator panel. Displays all available partitions and allows the user to import magazines into partitions using the main and bulk TAPs.
· Export Media – Only accessible on the operator panel. Displays all available partitions and allows the user to export magazines from partitions using the main and bulk TAPs.
· Log Gather – Displays the Log Gather screen, which allows the user to select a log type and time range and initiate a log gather.
· Backup/Restore – Displays the Backup/Restore screen, which allows the user to create, delete, upload, download, and restore from a backup file.
· Diagnostics & Utilities – Displays the Diagnostics screen, which allows the user to run diagnostics to troubleshoot the library. These tests should only be performed under guidance from Spectra Logic Technical Support.
· Alerts – Displays the Alerts screen, which allows the user to configure automatic alerts and add subscribers to the alert mail list.

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LOGGING IN TO THE LUMOS USER INTERFACE
To log in to the LumOS user interface, use the front panel. To access the web interface, use the front panel to determine the T950 library’s IP address, then open a web browser on a computer on the same network and enter the IP address of the library. The login screen displays.
Figure 19 The T950 Login screen. Enter in the Username and Password and click Login to log in.
· The default username is su. · The default password is spectra. Note: When logging into the LumOS interface, the web page defaults to the Dashboard.

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The LumOS Web Interface

Figure 20 The LumOS web interface features.
1. The current selected screen. 2. The current selected toolbar. 3. All feature screens available under the current selected toolbar. 4. The selected feature screen. 5. The current system time, and buttons for accessing system messages, user configuration,
and to log out of the LumOS interface.
Dashboard
The LumOS user interface dashboard provides an overview of the T950 library status. Expand the title bar and then select Status > Dashboard. Use the figure below to help you navigate the dashboard.

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Figure 21 The T950 Dashboard.
T950 Dashboard
1. Capacity – The tape media storage capacity of the library. Click the widget to view the current license keys installed in the library, and to add new license keys.
2. Tape Media – The current number of tape cartridges in the library, and the general status of all media. Click the widget to view the Media Lifecycle Management screen.
3. Tape Drives – The current number of tape drives in the library, and the general status of the tape drives. Click the widget to view the Drive Lifecycle Management screen.
4. Robotics – The number and status of the robot(s) installed in the library, as well as the total mounts per hour. Click the widget to view the Robotics screen for more detailed information.
5. Environment – The current temperature and humidity readings for the robot(s) installed in the library. Click the widget to view the Environment screen for more detailed information.
6. Power Usage – The current wattage used by the library. Click the widget to access the Power Usage screen for more detailed information.
7. Tape Moves – The last 20 tape media moves performed by the library.

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OVERVIEW OF THE LUMOS API
The LumOS API for the T950 tape library allows you to control all aspects of the library that are available when using the library front panel or remote library connection.
Note: The API is updated every time the LumOS software is updated.
Accessing the LumOS API
The LumOS API is accessed using the following path: https://library IP address/api For example: https://10.10.11.203/api

Figure 22 The main screen of the LumOS API.
Authentication in ReST API
Authentication in a REST API ensures that only authorized users can access or modify resources. The client sends credentials to the library, the library checks the provided credentials, and issues a Bearer token the user must use in the request headers for all future requests. A token is returned by sending a POST command to ‘api/auth/login’ with the required request body, and then using the token returned in the JSON body by the authorization HTTP header for subsequent requests.

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Sample API Command
The below sample API command shows the login process using Curl. Command: curl -k -H ‘Content-Type: application/json’ -d ‘{“username”:”su”,”password”:”spectra”, “domain”:”NATIVE”}’ -X POST https://10.10.11.203/api/auth/login Response: {“passwordHasExpired”:false,”refreshUntil”:1738180782,”token”:”eyJhbGciOiJIUzI1NiIsInR5cCI 6IkpXVCJ9.eyJ0eXBlIjozLCJncm91cHMiOlsiU3VwZXJVc2VyIl0sImRvbWFpbiI6Ik5BVElWRSIsI mxhc3RQYXNzd29yZFNldFRpbWUiOjE3MzgwNzkzNTYwMTc0MDAwMDAsInBhc3N3b3JkS GFzRXhwaXJlZCI6ZmFsc2UsInJlZnJlc2hVbnRpbCI6MTczODE4MDc4Miwic3ViIjoic3UiLCJleH AiOjE3MzgwOTUyODIsImlhdCI6MTczODA5NDM4MiwianRpIjoiYTQxODljOGItNzM3Yi00N WExLTk0YjAtOTQ5NGE2NTg1MDhhIn0.svJOVzxbJICUuvdWYnWnby5azQcxwQ3QEcXpswF 7uvo”,”tokenExpiresAt”:1738095282}
API Updates
The LumOS API is updated whenever the LumOS system software is updated. New API commands are listed in the Release Notes for each LumOS software release.

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The T950 library is designed to provide maximum flexibility and ease of use in an enterpriseclass system.

Media Pools

Library Partitions

Storage Partitions

Cleaning Partitions and Auto Drive Clean

Drive and Media Frames

Component Identifiers

Drive Identifiers

Connectivity

TeraPorter Connectivity

Drive Connectivity

High-Availability Configurations

Redundant Connectivity

Robotics Failover

Redundant Power Supplies

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MEDIA POOLS

Inside the library, magazines and cartridges are logically grouped through the use of pools. These pools are made up of chambers, each of which accommodates a single magazine. The library has three different types of pools: storage pools, entry/exit pools, and the free pool.
Storage pool
The chambers in a storage partition’s storage pool provide the cartridge storage for a partition. You specify the number of chambers assigned to a storage pool when you create a partition.
· Each storage partition has its own storage pool containing at least one chamber. The cartridges in the storage pool are available for use by the host storage management software that accesses the partition.
· A cleaning partition has at least one chamber in its storage pool and can be shared by multiple storage partitions if they all use the same type of cleaning cartridge. The cleaning cartridges stored in the cleaning partition are not accessible to the storage management software.
Entry/Exit pool
The chambers in an entry/exit pool provide an interim storage location for cartridges during import and export operations. You specify the number of entry/exit pool chambers when you create a storage partition. Cleaning partitions do not have an entry/exit pool.

IMPORTANT

The host storage management software cannot use the cartridges in the entry/exit pool for backup jobs. However, the storage management software can access the cartridges stored in the entry/exit pool to move them into the storage pool.

A cartridge is in the entry/exit pool for one of the following reasons:
· It was ejected from the storage pool by the storage management software, or moved manually using the LumOS user interface.
· A magazine containing one or more cartridges was imported into the library. From the entry/exit pool, the cartridges can be imported into the storage partition’s storage pool.
· A magazine containing one or more special-purpose cartridges was imported into the library using the TAP. These cartridges may be used for cleaning a drive.

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Free pool
Chambers that are not assigned to a partition are in the free pool. These chambers can be assigned to a storage partition or a cleaning partition. The chambers in the free pool cannot be accessed through the user interface or the storage management software until they are added to a partition.

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LIBRARY PARTITIONS
Partitions divide the library logically to appear as one or more physical libraries–one library per configured partition. Partitioning simplifies storage consolidation through the creation of virtual libraries, each with its own drives and media. Each partition:
· Has exclusive access to the tape drives and media storage assigned to it. · Can control the TeraPorter to move media within the partition.
The library supports two types of partitions, storage partitions and cleaning partitions. You can configure a maximum of 16 partitions using the maximum number of physical controllers noted below. One or more cleaning partitions can be configured in a single library. A single cleaning partition can be associated with multiple storage partitions. Cleaning partitions do not count against the storage partition maximum.
Note: The more partitions in a library, the longer each move can take. You may need to increase the timeout setting in your storage management software.
Storage Partitions
Overview
The library requires, at a minimum, one storage partition. Each storage partition must have at least one drive and one chamber in its storage pool. Drives and chambers can only be assigned to one storage partition at a time.
In some environments, using multiple storage partitions is crucial to data center efficiency and growth. For example, multiple partitions are extremely useful in the following situations:
Multiple Storage Management Software Packages
If groups within your company use different storage management software packages, each software package requires its own dedicated library. Instead of maintaining multiple physical libraries — one per backup package — the data center can use a single Spectra Logic library with multiple partitions, in which each partition appears to the software as a dedicated library.
Encryption
If you want to encrypt some but not all of your backup data, you can partition the library into an encryption partition and non-encryption partition to segregate the two types of data.
Multiple Drive Generations
If your data center uses multiple generations of LTO drives, Spectra Logic strongly recommends configuring separate partitions for each generation to ensure read/write compatibility between the drives and cartridges.

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Shared Resources
If each department in the company must keep their data segregated, partitioning the library supplies this segregation, as well as the subsequent integrity of the data set. Each partition can only access the drives and cartridge locations assigned to it. Data from other partitions cannot become intermixed with the data stored on the media in the partition’s inventory.
Multiple Databases
If your company uses multiple databases, partitioning the library preserves the backup processes associated with each type of database.
Cleaning Partitions and Auto Drive Clean
Overview
The cleaning partition provides permanent storage for cleaning cartridges inside the library. This special-purpose partition does not have an entry/exit pool or any drives associated with it. A single cleaning partition can be shared by multiple storage partitions.
Auto Drive Clean uses the cleaning cartridges in the cleaning partition to provide librarybased cleaning of drives with minimal user intervention. Automated drive cleaning results in fewer failed tape read/write operations and is the preferred method for cleaning drives.
Drives in a partition with an associated storage partition are cleaned no more than once in any 12 hour period.
Note: Software-initiated drive cleaning operations cannot use the cleaning cartridges stored in a cleaning partition; the cartridges are not accessible to the storage management software.
Requirements
The Auto Drive Clean feature requires a cleaning partition to be associated with the storage partitions that contain the drives you want to clean.
Cleaning cartridges used in a cleaning partition must be stored in specially labeled Maintenance TeraPack magazines. The cartridges themselves must be identified with “CLN” at the beginning of the barcode on their labels. The library prevents you from importing cleaning cartridges and magazines that are not properly labeled into a cleaning partition.
Auto Drive Clean Operation
When a drive is unloaded in response to a host request and the data cartridge is moved to its storage location, the library queries the drive to determine if it needs cleaning. If cleaning is required, the library delays notifying the host that the SCSI move command for the unloaded data cartridge is complete while it performs an automatic drive cleaning.

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During the delay, the library retrieves a cleaning cartridge from the cleaning partition and inserts it into the drive. When the cleaning is complete, the library returns the cleaning cartridge to the cleaning partition and notifies the host that the SCSI move command for the unloaded data cartridge is complete. The library then posts a system message that the cleaning was successful.
Expired Cleaning Cartridges
When an expired cleaning cartridge is loaded into a drive, it is immediately ejected without attempting the cleaning. The library flags the cleaning tape as expired in its inventory and does not attempt to use it for subsequent cleanings.
If the cleaning partition contains another valid cleaning cartridge, a cleaning that failed because of an expired cleaning cartridge is reattempted the next time the host unloads a data cartridge from the drive.
MLM Tracking of Cleaning Cartridges
When you use MLM-enabled cleaning cartridges, the library stores usage information in the MLM database, including the number of cleans remaining and the cartridge health – good, near expiration or expired. This information is retained in the MLM database when a cleaning cartridge is exported from the library.
When a cartridge is nearing the end of its useful life, the library notifies you so that you can replace the cartridge. This early notification helps prevent failed cleanings resulting from using an expired cleaning cartridge.
The library does not store any information about non-MLM cleaning cartridges in the MLM database. However the library does mark an expired cleaning cartridge and does not attempt to use it again as long as it remains in the library. If an expired non-MLM cartridge is exported and then re-imported into the library, it is identified as expired the next time it is loaded into a drive.

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DRIVE AND MEDIA FRAMES

The T950 library’s modular design makes it possible to increase media capacity or the number of drives in the library to meet storage and performance needs as they evolve. Expansion frames can be added to the basic single-frame library for a maximum of eight frames.
As viewed from the front of the library, the main frame must be positioned as the left-most frame or the frame immediately to the right of the bulk TAP. Up to four drive expansion frames can be located immediately to the right of the main frame. Media frames can be located to the right of the main frame and any drive frames.
The following table shows the number of media storage chambers and drives in each type of frame in the T950 library.

Frame Type

Number of Chambers

LTO Library

T950 main

· 3 DBAs/3TBAs

· 6 DBAs

T950B main

100

· 1 DBAs/shelves

· 3 DBAs/3 TBAs

or shelves

· 6 DBAs

T950B main with

110

a bulk TAP

· 1 DBAs/shelves

· 3 DBAs/3 TBAs

or shelves

· 6 DBAs

Drive expansion

101

(optional)

· 3 DBAs/3 TBAs

· 3 DBAs/ shelves

107

Number of slots

Maximum Number of Drives

950

830

1000

920

800

1100

980

800

1010

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Frame Type

Number of Chambers

· 6 DBAs

Media expansion

130

(optional)

Bulk TAP

expansion

(optional)

TS11xx Technology Library

T950B main

· 1 DBAs/shelves

· 3 DBAs/shelves

· 6 DBAs/shelves

T950B main with

a bulk TAP

· 1 DBAs/shelves

· 3 DBAs/shelves

· 6 DBAs/shelves

Drive expansion

(optional)

· 3 DBAs/shelves

· 6 DBAs/shelves

Media expansion

110

(optional)

Bulk TAP

expansion

(optional)

Number of slots 890 1300

Maximum Number of Drives
24 None

910

None

738

684

594

810

729

594

810

675

990

None

693

None

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COMPONENT IDENTIFIERS
The library user interface and the API command interface use component identifiers for each drive. These identifiers also appear in system messages. The component identifier is based on the component’s location relative to the frame and drive bay assembly (DBA) where it is installed. Figure 23 shows the relationship between the DBAs and the locations of the drives in the main frame. The relationships are the same in each drive expansion frame.
Notes: l DBAs are numbered from the bottom up, with DBA 1 being the bottom-most. l Drives are numbered from left to right and bottom to top in a DBA, as viewed from the back of the library. Each DBA can hold up to four drives. l If the frame contains 3 DBAs, DBAs 3, 4, and 5 become TBAs or shelves.

Figure 23 The relationship between the DBA, drive locations and their identifiers in the user interface and API interface.

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Drive Identifiers
The firmware in the drive sled that houses each drive assigns an identifier to the drive based on its location in the library. The identifier is also used to generate the World Wide Name (WWN) that the library reports for the drive (see World Wide Names for Fibre Channel Drives on page 68). Because the identifier is location-based, it remains constant even if the physical drive is replaced by a new drive. The new drive assumes the location-based identifier.

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CONNECTIVITY
The library TeraPorter and the drives connect to the host system over a Fibre Channel arbitrated loop or fabric, or a SAS fabric. These connections carry two types of information:
· The commands from the storage management software that control the TeraPorter motion and the read/write operations of the drives.
· The data being transferred to and from a drive by the host.
TeraPorter Connectivity
From the host perspective, both single TeraPorter libraries and dual TeraPorter libraries contain a single TeraPorter. The library manages the two TeraPorters in a dual TeraPorter library to provide the most efficient operation.
The TeraPorter requires a drive or RIM2 to provide the robotic control path. When configuring a storage partition, the drive or RIM2 you select to provide the robotic control path is referred to as the “exporting controller” for the partition. The exporting controller makes the partition accessible to the hosts as a media changer (a library). It receives the media changer commands sent from the host to the library and relays them to the LCM, which in turn processes them into the motion commands used to control the robotics.
You can select multiple exporting controllers for a partition and use your host software to either export the same changer interface over the controllers to provide redundancy.
Control Path Through a Direct-Attached Drive
In a direct-attached drive configuration, one or more drives in a storage partition are designated as the exporting drive (also know as the exporting controller). The commands from the host to control the motion of the robotics within the partition are routed to the exporting drive’s logical unit number 1 (LUN 1). Commands to control the operation of the exporting drive are sent from the host to LUN 0 of the drive.
Notes: l If you have multiple storage partitions, you must designate an exporting controller for each partition.
l A drive can only provide the robotic control path for the partition to which it is assigned.
l You can select multiple drives as controllers, and export the same changer interface over the drives to provide redundancy, as long as your storage management software can support this. These multiple paths cannot be used at the same time.
l Assigning multiple drive exporters to one partition reduces the total number of partitions that can be configured in the library.

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Figure 24 shows an example of a partition with two Fibre Channel drives providing the robotic control path. LUN 1 on the drives provides the robotic control path over which the commands to the robotics are received from the host.

Figure 24 An example of a partition with two directattached Fibre Channel drives providing the robotic control path.
Control Path Through a RIM2
A RIM2 provides the bridge between the external Fibre Channel interface from the host and the internal interface used by the library to communicate with the TeraPorter.
A RIM2 can support up to 16 partitions. Each partition has full control of the robotics. For example, if the library contains two partitions, a single RIM2 can provide the robotic control path for both partitions.
If desired, you can configure multiple RIM2s as exporters for the same partition and use your host software to either export the same changer interface over the RIM2s to provide redundancy.
Figure 25 shows an example of a partition with Fibre Channel drives and a RIM2. Port A on the RIM2 provides the robotic control path over which the commands to the TeraPorter are received from the host.

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Figure 25 An example of a RIM2 in a partition with direct-attached Fibre Channel drives.
World Wide Names for Partitions
The World Wide Name (WWN) displayed for each partition is the WWN of the controller (RIM2) that provides the robotic control path for the partition (the exporting controller). The WWN is based on the physical location of the RIM2 in the library and remains constant even if the RIM2 is replaced. The new RIM2 assumes the location-based WWN.
· The partition WWN is the World Wide Node Name (WWNN) for the exporting controller. · If multiple partitions use the same Fibre Channel port on the RIM2, all of the partitions
have the same WWNN and the same World Wide Port Name (WWPN). However, the partitions will have different LUNs under those controllers, starting at LUN zero (0). · If you create two partitions and configure one partition to use Port A and another to use Port B, the WWNN/WWPN of port A will start with 21 and the WWNN/WWPN of port B will start with 22. In this case the ports are independent. · If you export the same partition out both port A and port B on a RIM2, the WWNN will be the same for both ports but the WWPN will be different. This scenario is a type of redundant path to the robotics.
For Partitions with a Drive or Drives as the Exporting Controller
The partition WWN is the same as the WWN for the drive. The commands to control the motion of the robotics within the partition are sent from the host to the exporting drive’s logical unit number 1 (LUN 1). Commands to control the operation of the exporting drive are sent from the host to LUN 0 of the drive.

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See World Wide Names for Fibre Channel Drives below for more information about WWNs for drives.
Drive Connectivity
The drives in the library have either a Fibre Channel interface or a SAS interface.
· Serial Attached SCSI (SAS) drives connect directly to a SAS HBA. · Fibre Channel drives connect directly to the host using a Fibre Channel arbitrated loop
or fabric.
Figure 25 on page 67 is a simple representation of how the robotics and direct-attached Fibre Channel drives are connected directly to a Fibre Channel SAN through a switch or hub. Note: When connecting Fibre Channel drives to an arbitrated loop, keep in mind that all of the
drives on an arbitrated loop must share the data transfer capacity (bandwidth) of the interface. Having multiple devices on the same loop can negatively impact the performance of all the devices.
World Wide Names for Fibre Channel Drives
As part of providing network connectivity, the drive sled firmware assigns a location-based WWN for the drive it houses. This WWN is used by the host software to address the drive. Because this WWN is location-based, it remains constant even if a drive is replaced by a different one of the same type. The new drive assumes the location-based identifier and WWN.
Note: The WWN displayed on the Drive Details screen is actually the WWPN for port A on the drive sled. The WWPN for port B is the same as the one for port A except that the second digit from the left is 2 instead of 1.

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HIGH-AVAILABILITY CONFIGURATIONS

In high-availability enterprise environments, keeping the library operating even in the event of a network connection failure or component failure is extremely important.
Redundant Connectivity
In a high-availability environment, the ability to maintain communications between the host systems and the library and its drives in the event of a connection failure is essential.
· The library can be configured to use two RIM2s or two tape drives to provide redundant connectivity to the media changer functionality of the library.
· Alternatively, multiple RIM2s in a partition can be configured to export the same changer interface to provide redundancy.
· The servers and Fibre Channel switches used to access the direct-attached Fibre Channel drives in the library can use failover software to provide redundant connectivity through the two Fibre Channel ports on each full-height drive
Exporting Controller Redundancy
You can select multiple RIMs as controllers for a single partition, and export the same changer interface over them to provide redundancy, as long as your data storage software can support this.
Drive Connectivity Failover
The drives used with the library are equipped with two Fibre Channel or SAS ports. The two ports cannot be used simultaneously to provide redundant data paths between the hosts and the drive. However, they can be used to provide failover capability in the event that communication to the port currently in use is interrupted. This failover can be accomplished several ways, including:
· Manually disconnect the cable from the failed port and connect it to the other port. You may need to reconfigure your host software to recognize the alternate port.
· Connect each port on the drive to a separate HBA port in the host. Configure one HBA port as the primary connection and the other HBA port as the failover connection. Install failover software on the host computer to control the transfer of I/O from one HBA to the other in case of a failure. Note: You may also need to configure your storage management software to correctly recognize both ports. Refer to your failover software, HBA, and storage management software documentation for instructions. Note: Tape drives sold by Spectra Logic do not support MPIO.

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Robotics Failover
The standard library configuration includes dual robotic TeraPorters. During normal operation, each TeraPorter operates independently. The library software manages the TeraPorters to ensure that they perform as efficiently as possible and do not interfere with each other.
In the event that one of the TeraPorters experiences a problem, the TeraPorter automatically moves into service position, and the other TeraPorter takes over all media move operations. In the event that the malfunctioning TeraPorter is unable to move itself into its service position, the other TeraPorter pushes it into the service position.
Redundant Power Supplies
The library requires 5/12 VDC to power the drives. The number of power supplies required by a library is calculated based on the number and type of drives in the library. Extra power supplies provide redundancy and failover protection.
The library main frame requires one 24 VDC power supply to provide power for the library robotics, motors, fans, and interior LED panels. An additional 24 VDC supply can be installed to provide redundancy.
The main frame and each drive frame have both a primary and a secondary AC power input. When using a redundant AC power configuration, each input for a frame is connected to a separate branch circuit, which allows for failover in the event of a power failure in one of the circuits.
· When using a dual AC power module, the two AC inputs for each frame must be on the same phase, and the voltages must be the same within a few volts.
· The dual AC 2 does not require the power sources for the AC inputs for a frame to be on the same phase. See Input Power Requirements for more information.
If the power sources for the AC inputs for a frame using the dual AC or dual AC CAUTION with convenience outlets are not on the same phase, damage to the library
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This chapter describes configuring the T950 library, including creating partitions.

Configuring Users

Creating and Editing Users

Editing the Current User Password

Configuring Settings

Basic Settings

Auto-Logout Settings

Authentication Settings

Network Settings

Syslog and Remote Client Settings

Power Settings

Barcode Settings

Dashboard Settings

Partition Overview

Licensing

Configuring and Using Cleaning Partitions and Auto Drive Clean

Configuring and Using Storage Partitions

Storage Partition Options

Creating A Partition

Overview

Partition Interface

Creating A New Cleaning Partition

Creating A New Storage Partition

Modifying An Existing Partition

Deleting A Partition

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CONFIGURING USERS

Overview
Each library user is assigned to one of three user groups, each with its own set of pre-defined library privileges.

Understanding User Groups and Security
The following table describes the three user groups and the privileges of each.

User Group Type Superuser
Administrator Operator

Description
Controls all aspects of the library’s configuration and operation, including defining other library users and assigning them to a userprivilege group. By default, the LumOS software has a superuser account named “su”. Notes:
· The library requires a minimum of one superuser. You cannot delete the last member of the superuser group.
· Only a user with superuser privileges can add, modify, or delete users.
· Only a user with superuser privileges can access and configure encryption features.
Configures and uses the library. Users in the Administrator group have the same privileges as users in the superuser group with the exceptions of creating or modifying library users, accessing the encryption features, changing authenticators, restoring the library from a backup, or reading the security log.
Performs day-to-day operations. Users assigned to the Operator group can move media, and import and export media using the Entry/Exit pool, but cannot access the more sensitive library operations such as configuration, diagnostics, and security.

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Creating and Editing Users
This section describes using the LumOS user interface to create and edit users. To begin, login to the LumOS user interface and navigate to Configuration > User Management.

Figure 26 The LumOS Users screen.
Use Figure 26 above to help you create and edit users. 1. Enter the required information for Username, User Group, Password, and Confirm Password. Valid user groups are Operator, Admin, and Superuser. Note: Usernames are case sensitive. 2. Select the partition(s) you want to assign to the new user. Note: Users can only access the partition(s) assigned to them. 3. Click Create User. The new user displays below in the All Users section.

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4. Click Change Password and enter and confirm a new password if desired. 5. To edit a user, select one or more users in the All Users section. Select the desired action
from the Update Action drop-down menu and then an option from the Please Choose an Update Action First drop down menu. Note: Valid update actions include under Update Action are:
l Add Partition Access l Remove Partition Access l Change User Group 6. Click Update Selected Users.
Editing the Current User Password
This section describes using the LumOS user interface to edit the password for the user profile actively signed on to the library.
Figure 27 The LumOS toolbar buttons. 1. Click on the blue user icon in the top right to open the current user settings.

Figure 28 The LumOS User Configuration screen.
2. Click Change Password. 3. Enter the current user password, the new desired password, and confirm the new
desired password. 4. Click Submit.

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CONFIGURING SETTINGS
You can use the LumOS user interface to configure settings for the T950 library. This section describes configuring all settings in the Settings screen in these sections:
· Basic Settings on the next page · Auto-Logout Settings on page 77 · Authentication Settings on page 77 · Network Settings on page 80 · Syslog and Remote Client Settings on page 81 To begin, log in to the LumOS user interface and select Configuration > Settings.

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Basic Settings

Figure 29 The Basic Settings section.
1. Enter a Name for the T950 library. 2. Enter Contact information for the library. 3. Enter Location information for the library. 4. Select between Manual or NTP for the time format on the library. · If you select Manual, enter the required time and date information or click the calendar
icon on the right hand side to set the time. · If you select NTP, enter the required NTP server information for up to four NTP servers
(not pictured). 5. Select the Front Panel Time Zone in the drop-down menu. 6. Click Submit Changes (not pictured).

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Auto-Logout Settings
This section covers the available auto-logout settings for the LumOS user interface. All entry field text must be numerical.

Figure 30 The Auto-Logout section.
1. Enter a value for the Refresh Timeout. This setting is the length of time in seconds that you can refresh a token. If set to zero, you can indefinitely refresh a token provided a valid and current access token.
2. Enter a value for the Token Lifetime.This setting is the length of time in seconds that an access token is valid. The minimum value is 60 seconds.
Authentication Settings
This section covers all the available authentication settings in the LumOS user interface.

Figure 31 The Authenticator sections.
1. Enter a New Authenticator Name.
2. Click New LDAP Authenticator to create a new LDAP (Lightweight Directory Access Protocol) Authenticator. See the LDAP Authenticator subsection on the next page to learn how to configure a LDAP authenticator.
3. Click New NATIVE Authenticator to create a new NATIVE Authenticator. See the NATIVE Authenticator subsection on page 79 to learn how to configure a native authenticator.

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LDAP Authenticator
This section covers the available LDAP authentication settings in the LumOS user interface.

Figure 32 The LDAP Authenticator section.
1. Toggle the selector to enable the LDAP authenticator. 2. Enter the required information for the Read Only User username, Read Only Password,
the Base DN (domain name) information, Username Key, and Groups Key. 3. Toggle the selector to enable Trusted Certificate if desired. 4. Enter information for the Port, Superuser Group, and Admin Group. 5. Enter information for the Operator Group. 6. Click Submit Changes.

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NATIVE Authenticator
This section covers the available NATIVE authentication settings in the LumOS user interface. Note: The library only supports one NATIVE authenticator.

Figure 33 The NATIVE authenticator section.
1. Toggle the selector to enable the NATIVE authenticator. 2. Enter the desired password requirements in the entry fields. 3. Select Enable Password Expiration if desired. 4. Enter the desired password expiration settings in the entry fields. 5. Click Submit Changes.

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Network Settings
This section covers configuring Network Settings.

Figure 34 The Network Settings screen. 1. Toggle the drop-down menu between DHCP and Static as desired. 2. Enter information for the Network address.
IMPORTANT IPv4 and IPV6 IP addresses must be entered in CIDR format.
3. Enter information for Default gateway. 4. Enter information for Port. Click Populate Default Port if desired. 5. Enter information for DNS Servers if desired. You may enter up to three DNS servers. 6. Click Submit Changes (not pictured).

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Syslog and Remote Client Settings
This section covers configuring the Syslog and Remote Client settings.
Figure 35 The Syslog Settings and Remote Client Settings sections. 1. Enter information for the Syslog Remote Server. You can enter an IP address or hostname for the remote syslog server. Note: Syslog on Spectra LumOS uses UDP and the port 514. 2. Select Import/Export Allowed for Remote Clients to allow remote clients to prepare Import/Export actions. You still require physical access to the library to move the cartridges inside the TAP. 3. Click Submit Changes.

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Power Settings
This section covers configuring the LumOS power settings.
Figure 36 The Power Settings section. 1. Select Auto Power On to automatically power the library after an unexpected power loss event. 2. Select Power Button Shutdown to allow users to press the library power button to turn the library off. 3. Click Submit Changes (not pictured).

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Barcode Settings
This section covers configuring the LumOS barcode settings.
Figure 37 The Barcode Settings section. 1. Use the Checksum Behavior drop-down menu to select between Use Checksum, No Checksum, and Ignore Checksum. 2. Use the drop-down menu to select the Truncation Side. 3. Enter a number into modify the Number of Characters to Report. 4. Click Submit Changes (not pictured).

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Dashboard Settings
This section covers configuring the LumOS dashboard setting.
Figure 38 The Dashboard Settings section. 1. Select Enable Pre-Login Dashboard on Library Front Panel to display the pre-login dashboard screen on the library front panel. 2. Click Submit Changes (not pictured).

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PARTITION OVERVIEW

The library supports two types of partitions: storage partitions and cleaning partitions. When configuring partitions, keep in mind the requirements in the following sections.
Licensing

By default the library allows you to create a single cleaning partition and a single storage partition using five storage chambers total. Additional partitions and storage chambers are available through purchasable licenses. Contact Spectra Logic to purchase additional licenses for your library. See Licenses on page 147 for information on entering a purchased license key into the library.
Configuring and Using Cleaning Partitions and Auto Drive Clean

· Cleaning partitions do not count against the partition maximum.
· A cleaning partition can be shared by multiple storage partitions as long as the cleaning cartridges are compatible with the drive types in each storage partition.
· Cleaning partitions use chambers that are not licensed with a Capacity On Demand (CoD) key. If all of the chambers are licensed, a cleaning partition uses any chambers that are not already assigned to another partition.
· Configuring a cleaning partition and assigning it to one or more storage partitions automatically enables the Auto Drive Clean feature for those storage partitions. The drives in the storage partitions with an associated cleaning partition are cleaned automatically when a drive indicates that it needs cleaning.
· The cleaning cartridges in the cleaning partition are inaccessible to the storage management software. If your storage management software supports automated drive cleaning and you plan to use this method to clean the drives, store a TeraPack magazine (not a Maintenance TeraPack magazine) containing one or more cleaning cartridges in the storage partition’s storage pool. The storage management software can then access the cleaning cartridges when needed.

IMPORTANT

If you store cleaning cartridges in the storage partition, make sure that they are identified as required by your storage management software to prevent the storage management software from attempting to use the cartridges for writing or reading data.

· The cleaning cartridges used in a cleaning partition must be stored in specially labeled Maintenance TeraPack magazines.

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· If you do not configure a cleaning partition and associate it with the storage partitions, you must use your storage management software to perform the cleaning or use the LumOS user interface to manually move a cleaning cartridge to the drive that needs cleaning.
· Media moves initiated from the front panel or REST API commands do not trigger drive auto cleaning.
Configuring and Using Storage Partitions
· You can configure storage partitions either before or after you configure cleaning partitions. If you want to use Auto Drive Clean with a storage partition, it is easier to configure the cleaning partition before you configure the storage partition. If you choose to create the storage partition before you create the cleaning partition, you need to modify the storage partition to assign the cleaning partition to it.
· The library requires, at a minimum, one storage partition to be configured before you can use the library. Each storage partition must have a minimum of one drive and one chamber assigned to the storage pool.
· When using multiple tape technologies, Spectra Logic strongly recommends configuring separate partitions for each technology.
· When using both Fibre Channel and SAS drives in the library, the different drive interface types must be in separate partitions.
· Chamber Availability — The number of chambers available for a storage partition depends on how many chambers in the library are licensed and how many chambers are used by other partitions. Note: The more partitions in a library, the longer each move can take. If move requests can be sent to several partitions at once, you may need to increase the timeout setting in your storage management software.
· Restrictions on Exporters — Each partition is exported by a RIM2 or drive.
· a single RIM2 can export up to 16 partitions, but still only count as one exporter.
· If desired, you can configure multiple exporting RIM2 controllers to a single partition and use your host software to export the same changer interface over the controllers to provide redundancy.
Storage Partition Options
Before you begin configuring partitions, gather the information listed in the following table.

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Option Soft Load MLM Discovery
Read Element Status SlotIQ Quick PostScan
Barcode

Description
The Soft Load feature uses the drive’s soft load (or auto load) functionality to improve library performance. Soft Load requires that the library have high performance transporters.
Choose the MLM discovery options for the partition. · Disabled – Prevent the partition from populating in the MLM database. · Auto Discovery – Automatically add newly imported cartridges to the
MLM database. · PreScan – Automatically add newly imported cartridges to the
MLM database. Additionally checks the cartridge to determine if it has any of the following characteristics: · Non-MLM-enabled · Broken or dislodged leader · Write protected · Encrypted tape with a moniker not currently stored in the library · Red media health
Read Element Status returns the status of elements in the partition. · Standard – The default setting. · Tape Generation – Adds Media Domain, Media Type, Drive Domain, and
Drive Type to the SCSI command response.
SlotIQ optimizes robotics performance by allowing the library to virtualize slot locations and optimize the order of moves in a queue to reduce the amount of robotic movement required for any set of moves.
Quick PostScan performs a readability verification test to verify data integrity for all of the cartridges in the partition. Quick PostScan verifies all the data on a single wrap from the beginning of the tape (BOT) to the end of the wrap or end of recorded data (EOD), whichever comes first. Note: Quick PostScan is only supported for Spectra Certified Media, and only for tape cartridges in storage slots. Tape cartridges in drives or Entry/Exit slots are not scanned. Note: Media moves initiated from the front panel or REST API commands do not trigger PostScan operations.
Choose the barcode label options for the partition. Spectra Certified data cartridges with standard barcode labels use a barcode with eight humanreadable characters followed by a checksum character that is not humanreadable.
Barcode options allow the user to set the checksum behavior, truncation side, and the number of characters to report.

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Option

Description
· Checksum Behavior – The library supports three different checksum behaviors. Use Checksum (default) verifies the barcode against the checksum during a read. Ignore Checksum does not verify the barcode against the checksum. If your labels do not include a checksum, use No Checksum.
· Truncation Side – Truncates barcode characters in the library. The library supports Left and Right side truncation.
· Number of Characters to Report – Select the number of barcode characters to report. If Number of Characters to Report is set to a lower number than 16, the library truncates characters on the side configured by Truncation Side.
IMPORTANT Be careful when specifying the number of characters to report. You may end up with duplicate barcodes reported. For example, 12345XXXL2 and 12345ABCL3 are both reported as 12345 with a right side truncation of 5 characters.

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CREATING A PARTITION
Overview
The LumOS user interface allows the user to create a new partition on the T950 library. This section covers Creating A New Storage Partition on page 91 and Creating A New Cleaning Partition on the next page.
Partition Interface
Log into the LumOS user interface and select Configuration > Partition. The Partitions screens displays.

Figure 39 The LumOS partitions screen.
Features of the Partitions screen include: · Partition Tab (1) – Displays all existing partitions. The filter sorts the list by Partition Name or Media Type. · Partition Management Tab (2) – Displays the information about the selected partition. · Create New Partition button (3) – Opens the wizard to create a new partition.

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Creating A New Cleaning Partition
The following section describes the steps to create a new cleaning partition. The step numbers relate to the numbered locations on the figure below.

Figure 40 The LumOS cleaning partition creation screen.
1. Click the New Partition button. Enter the name for the new cleaning partition and click Begin Cleaning Partition Creation. The cleaning partition creation section displays.
Note: Only alphanumeric characters are allowed for the partition name. 2. Select the Media Type you want to use. Cleaning partition media type must match the
storage partition media type. 3. Use the Storage entry field or slider to select the number of chambers for the partition. 4. Select the desired Checksum Behavior using the drop-down menu. You may specify the
Truncation Side using the drop-down menu, and the number of characters using the slider. 5. Click Create Cleaning Partition.

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Creating A New Storage Partition
The following section describes the steps to create a new storage partition. The step numbers correspond to the numbered locations on the figures below. Start by clicking the New Partition button and entering the name for the new storage partition.
Note: Only alphanumeric characters are allowed for the partition name. Click Begin Storage Partition Creation. The storage partition creation section displays.
Note: The Partition name cannot be edited in the future.

Figure 41 The LumOS storage partition creation screen – Media Type and Chambers.
1. Use the Media Type drop-down menu to select between LTO and TS drives. Note: Media type cannot be changed after creation. 2. Use the entry fields or sliders to select the number of Storage chambers and Entry/Exit
chambers for the partition.

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Figure 42 The LumOS storage partition creation screen – Drives and Exporters.
3. Select the Drives to include in the partition. At least one drive is required to create a partition.
4. Select any desired RIM2s or drives selected in Step 3 as an Exporter. At least one exporter is required to create a partition.
5. Click the Gear Icon next to a RIM2 to configure the RIM2 settings.

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Figure 43 The LumOS storage partition creation screen RIM2 configuration.
6. Use the selector to configure Port for the partition. At least one port must be selected as an exporter to add the RIM2 to the partition.
Note: If a RIM2 port is configured for multiple partitions, the RIM2 port configuration is shared across all shared partitions.
7. Select a configuration type. If you select Use Custom Configuration, continue to Step 8 on page 93. Otherwise, skip to Step 9 on page 93.
8. If you selected Use Custom Configuration, use the drop-down menu to select an Address Mode, enter a Loop ID in the entry field, and select a Fibre Connection Mode from the drop-down menu.
9. Click Accept Configuration.

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Figure 44 The LumOS storage partition creation screen – Cleaning Partition and MLM Discovery Mode.
10.If desired, select a Cleaning Partition. Cleaning partitions must use the same media type as the storage partition.
11.If desired, use the selector to enable SoftLoad.
12.Select MLM Discovery Mode. Available options are Auto Discovery, PreScan, Passive, and Disabled.
· Auto Discovery discovers newly imported cartridges and adds them to the MLM database.
· PreScan discovers newly imported cartridges, adds them to the MLM database, and additionally runs a basic health and function test on the tape cartridge.
· Passive does not discover new imported cartridges, but does add tape cartridge information to the MLM database when the tape cartridge is unloaded from a drive.
· Disabled prevents the tape cartridges in the partition from populating to the MLM database.

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Figure 45 The LumOS storage partition creation screen – Read Element Status Options and Quick PostScan.
13.Use the Read Element Status Options drop-down menu to select between Standard, Media Zoning, and Tape Generation options.
14.Use the selectors to configure the Quick PostScan frequency. If you select On Interval, enter a value in the entry field to indicate the number of days between scans.
Note: Media moves initiated from the front panel or REST API commands do not trigger PostScan operations.

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Figure 46 The LumOS storage partition creation screen – Encryption Options.
15.If desired, use the drop-down menu to select an Encryption type. Available options are Disabled, BlueScale Encryption, and KMIP. If you select to use encryption, use the Encryption Key drop-down menu to select an existing key. For more information on how to add an encryption key, see Configuring Encryption on page 105.

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Figure 47 The LumOS storage partition creation screen – Checksum Options.
16.For Barcode Options, use the Checksum Behavior drop-down menu to select between Use Checksum, No Checksum, or Ignore Checksum.
17.Use the drop-down menu to select the Truncation Side. 18.Enter a number into modify the Number of Characters to Report.

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Figure 48 The LumOS storage partition creation screen – Emulation Options. 19.If desired, use the selector to enable Emulation. If you select to use emulation, enter
Vendor and Product information in the required fields. Note: Contact Spectra Logic Technical Support before modifying this setting. 20.Click Create Storage Partition at the bottom of the screen (not shown).

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MODIFYING AN EXISTING PARTITION

This section describes how to edit or modify an existing partition.

CAUTION

Use your storage management software to empty all drives and discontinue host operations before modifying an existing partition.

Preparation
Before making changes to an existing partition, review the information in the Partition Overview on page 85 to ensure that you address any requirements. In addition, consider the following recommendations and requirements:
· Spectra Logic strongly recommends backing up the library configuration, either to a USB device or as an attachment to an email before you make changes.
· When reducing the number of chambers assigned to a partition, physically export any magazines in those chambers before you remove chambers from the partition.

IMPORTANT

By default, the library deletes empty chambers from a partition first. However, if all chambers are full, the library is forced to delete populated chambers. When this happens, the magazines in the deleted chambers are no longer accessible through the LumOS user interface. You must add these chambers to either a new or existing partition before the magazines are accessible again.

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Modify a Partition
Log into the library as a user with superuser or administrator privileges, then navigate to Configuration > Partitions. Use the following figure and corresponding steps to modify an existing partition.

Figure 49 The Partitions screen.
1. Select the partition you want to modify. 2. On the Partition Management Tab, expand the sections you want to modify and make
your desired changes. See Storage Partition Options on page 86 for information about each setting. 3. Click Update Partition.

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DELETING A PARTITION
When you delete a partition, the drives and chambers previously assigned to that partition are available to be assigned to a new or existing partition.
Preparation
Before deleting an existing partition, make sure you address the following: · Spectra Logic strongly recommends backing up the library configuration before you delete
a partition. · Empty all drives in the partition. · To ensure that you do not inadvertently mix cartridges from one storage partition with that
from another, use your storage management software to eject all cartridges from the storage partition’s storage pool.
After the partition is deleted, any magazines in the chambers that were IMPORTANT assigned to the partition’s storage and entry/exit pools are not accessible
until the chambers are assigned to another partition.
· If the storage partition is configured to use encryption, make sure that you export the encryption key for any cartridges that were in the partition.
· If you plan to delete a cleaning partition, remove the cleaning partition from any existing storage partitions, otherwise the delete fails.
Auto Configuration Save
When you delete a partition, the library automatically generates a configuration backup file and saves it to the memory card in the LCM. If you configured the email option, an email with the backup file as an attachment is sent to the specified recipient.
Delete A Partition
Use the following steps to delete an existing partition: 1. Log in as a user with superuser or administrator privileges and navigate to Configuration > Partitions. 2. Select the partition you want to delete. 3. Click the trashcan icon in the top right of the Partition Management Tab. 4. Click Confirm on the confirmation screen.

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This chapter describes supported encryption methods and how to configure encryption on your T950 library.

BlueScale Encryption Key Management Overview

103

Understanding the Components

103

Standard Edition vs. Professional Edition

103

Configuring Encryption

105

Adding BlueScale Encryption

105

Exporting BlueScale Encryption Keys

108

Deleting BlueScale Encryption Keys

109

Authorization Settings

110

Multi User Mode

112

KMIP Encryption Key Management Overview

114

Adding KMIP Encryption

114

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BLUESCALE ENCRYPTION KEY MANAGEMENT OVERVIEW
BlueScale Encryption key management is tightly integrated into your T950 library. BlueScale Encryption key management is provided through the library’s user interface.
Understanding the Components
The BlueScale Encryption key management system contains two major components: · The BlueScale Encryption Key management Software — The key management feature is
accessed through the library’s user interface, either using the operator panel or a remote connection through the LumOS web interface. Spectra BlueScale encryption key management is available in Standard and Professional Editions to meet your site security requirements. · The Encryption Chip in the LTO-6 or Later Generation Drives — Using encryption-enabled hardware makes encryption extremely fast and places no burden on your network. After encryption is enabled, data is automatically encrypted as it is written to tape. Note: Encryption-enabled LTO drives use the same encryption algorithm, ensuring that tapes
encrypted by one LTO drive generation can be read by another generation of drive as long as the tape itself is compatible with the drive.
Standard Edition vs. Professional Edition
To determine a BlueScale Encryption key management strategy appropriate for your site and your data, decide on the security level required for your site, and the amount and kinds of data to encrypt. After you decide on the appropriate security level and whether data sets need to be isolated, you can decide which edition of BlueScale Encryption meets your needs.
BlueScale Encryption Standard Edition
Standard Edition is included as a standard feature on the library. It is suitable for sites with a primary goal of securing data while it is transported to a remote location and stored there for long-term archival.
BlueScale Encryption Professional Edition
Professional Edition provides additional choices for defining the level of security you implement in your data center. It is suitable for sites that want the added security of multipassword access to the encryption configuration controls and for importing and exporting encryption keys, and the added flexibility of storing up to 30 encryption keys on the library.

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The following table compares the major differences between the Standard and Professional Editions.
Note: Subsequent releases will add additional features to BlueScale Encryption Professional Edition.

Feature

Standard Edition

Professional Edition

Availability

Included as a standard feature on the library.

Requires a pur

Documents / Resources

SPECTRA T950-LumOS Tape Library [pdf] User Guide
T950-LumOS, T950-LumOS Tape Library, Tape Library, Library

References

User Manual

SPECTRA T950-LumOS Tape Library User Guide

T950-LumOS Tape Library

Product Information

Specifications

Product Usage Instructions

1. Library Overview

2. Accessing the LumOS User Interface

3. Configuring The Library

4. Encryption

5. Using The Library

FAQ

Q: How do I power on the library?

Q: Can I add additional storage partitions?

Documents / Resources

References

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