Changing the quantity of virtual I/O slots in a logical library

Complete this task to increase or decrease the quantity of virtual I/O slots in a logical library.

About this task

Note: This function is only valid and available if virtual I/O slots are enabled. In the TS3500 tape library, you can change the quantity of virtual I/O slots in a logical library by using the Tape Library Specialist Web interface, but not by using the operator panel.

To change the quantity of virtual I/O slots in a logical library, perform the following steps:

Procedure

  1. From the Work Items navigation pane, select Library —> Logical Libraries. The Manage Logical Libraries screen displays.
  2. Select a logical library, then from the Select Action drop down list, select Maximum VIO cartridges.
    The library displays a warning that changing maximum settings for a logical library may require reconfiguration of the host applications for selected logical libraries.
  3. Select Continue. The Change Number of VIO Slots screen displays.
  4. Enter the quantity of virtual I/O slots that you want and select Apply. The Success screen displays.
  5. Select Close. The Manage Library screen redisplays with the new quantity.