This course is for Systems Administrators, Operators, and Data Center Managers.

Upon successful completion of this training the student will be able to:

• Describe the function and operation of the SL8500 Modular Library System andassociated tape drives
• Identify the functional components of the SL8500
• Explain the differences between the SL8500 operation to previous StorageTek libraries
• Define the key safety features of the SL8500
• Explain tape drive options for the SL8500 tape library
• Solve basic operational problems including:
  • Robot re-initialization
  • Tape drive resetting
  • Failed redundant component identification
• Demonstrate the proper procedure for entering the library
• Explain the StorageTek barcode labeling system
• Operate Streamline Library Console (SLC) for diagnostic and operational reporting
• Explain the operational differences between previous current versions of ACSLSsoftware
• Explain the operational differences between previous and current versions of ACSLS software applied to the SL8500 tape library

Module 1 - Introduction

• Agenda, objectives, and course scope
• 9310/SL8500 differences (as required)

Module 2 - SL8500 Familiarization

• Documentation resources
• Safety components and considerations
• Library modules
• SL8500 operations overview

Module 3 - SL8500 Initialization

• Library internal & external connectivity
• Loading library management software
• Controls and indicators
• Overview of operator tasks

Module 4 - Modes of library operation

• Automated mode
• Manual mode (entering the library)

Module 5 - Tape drive options/restrictions Module 6 - Tape cartridges

• Types
• Ordering
• Preparing for use
• Maintenance

Module 7 - Cell/tape drive/robot addressing Module 8 - ACSLS operations differences Module 9 - HSC operations differences Module 10 - Basic troubleshooting

• Monitoring library events
• Interpreting SLC messages

Module 11 - Obtaining maintenance support Module 12 - Summary Q&A Module 13 - Assessment