Sun Microsystems SL500 User Manual

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StorageTek Library Console 

Introduction 

The StorageTek Library Console (SL Console) is a Java-based software application that 

provides a graphical user interface (GUI) for monitoring and managing the StorageTek 

library. 

Following are some of the activities you can perform with the SL Console:

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Manage available library storage capacity

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Manage and configure library partitions (optional feature)

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View and modify status and properties of the library and associated devices (drives, 

CAP, robots, and elevators)

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Perform an audit on all or part of the library

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Perform a self-test on the library or an associated device

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Perform a diagnostic move (exercise a robot)

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Locate a cartridge

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Move a cartridge from one location to another

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Display library event logs

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Display error explanations 

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Download new library firmware while the library is in operation

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Display context-sensitive help 

SL Console Modes

Depending on your needs, you can run the SL Console in any of the following modes. 

For details and procedures, see: 

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