Security

The equipment must be located so that access to the equipment can be controlled and monitored. Consider all of these recommended security measures when you are determining where to locate your TS4500 tape library.

Library location

You are responsible for the security of the TS4500 tape library, the cartridges that are contained within the library, and shelf-resident cartridges. To prevent unauthorized access to data, IBM recommends locating the TS4500 tape library and all shelf-resident cartridges in an area where access is controlled.

Locking mechanisms

The I/O stations have locking mechanisms that prevent you from opening an I/O station door when the accessor is manipulating cartridges in a station. The library's front door has a key lock. The key-lock is the same for every front door, and the keys are shipped with the library. The side doors of the base frames (Lx5) also have a key lock, which is the same key lock that is used for the front door. The library's rear door has a different key lock. The key lock is the same for every rear door and the keys are shipped with the library.

Onsite security measures

You are also responsible for evaluating, selecting, and implementing security features, administrative procedures, and appropriate controls in application systems and communication facilities.

Data security

Data security is accomplished through the TS4500 management GUI. For more information about data security, see Access and Security.