TapeAlert flags supported by the library

Parameter Code Flag name Type Description

01d

Library Hardware A

C

The media changer mechanism is having difficulty communicating with the drive:

  • Turn the media changer OFF, then ON
  • Restart the operation.
  • If problem persists, contact Technical Support.

02d

Library Hardware B

W

There is a problem with the media changer mechanism. If the problem persists, contact Technical Support.

04d

Library Hardware D

C

The library has a hardware fault that is not mechanically related or requires a power cycle to recover.

  • Turn the media changer OFF, then ON.
  • Restart the operation.
  • If the problem persists, contact Technical Support.

05d

Library Diagnostics Required

W

The library mechanism might have a hardware fault.

Run extended diagnostics to verify and diagnose the problem. Check the library user's manual for device-specific instructions on running extended diagnostic tests.

13d

Library Pick Retry

W

There is a potential problem with the drive ejecting cartridges or with the library picking cartridges from a slot.

  • No action needs to be taken at this time.
  • If the problem persists, contact Technical Support.

14d

Library Place Retry

W

There is a potential problem with the library mechanism placing a cartridge into a slot.

  • No action needs to be taken at this time.
  • If the problem persists, contact Technical Support.

15d

Library Load Retry

W

There is a potential problem with the drive or the library mechanism loading cartridges, or an incompatible cartridge.

This flag is cleared when the next move command is received.

16d

Library Door

C

The operation failed because the library door is open.

  • Clear any obstructions from the library door.
  • Close the library door.
  • If the problem persists, call the library supplier help line.
17d Library I/O Station C There is a mechanical problem with the library media I/O Station.

19d

Library Security

W

Library security is compromised. The door was opened then closed during operation.

20d

Library Security Mode

I

The library security mode was changed. The library was either put into secure mode, or the library exited the secure mode. This is for information purposes only. No action is required.

21d

Library Offline

I

The library was manually turned offline and is unavailable for use.

22d

Library Drive Offline

I

A drive inside the library was taken offline. This is for information purposes only. No action is required.

24d

Library Inventory

C

The library detected an inconsistency in its inventory.

  • Redo the library inventory to correct inconsistency.
  • Restart the operation.

28d

Power Supply

W

A redundant power supply failed inside the library. Check the library users manual for instructions on replacing the failed power supply.

33d

Library Capacity Exceeded

C

The total number of volumes exceeds the available number of storage elements. Remove a cartridge from the inventory to recover.
  • I = Informational suggestion to user
  • W = Warning. Remedial action is advised. Performance of data might be at risk.
  • C = Critical immediate remedial action is required.