Sun Microsystems Virtual Tape Library - Manual (Page 48)

Managing virtual libraries
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Configuring physical libraries and devices
VTL software supports either direct‐attached libraries or, optionally, shared libraries
managed by ACSLS/Library Station software.
■ If you are using a direct‐attached library, see “Managing direct‐attached physical
tape storage” on page 34.
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If you are using a shared library, see “Managing ACSLS and Library Station tape
pools” on page 38.
Managing direct‐attached physical tape storage
If you have a direct‐attached library or device, you must assign the library or device
to VTL using the VTL console software. Carry out the following tasks:
■ “Preparing physical libraries and devices for assignment” on page 34
■ “Assigning direct‐attached physical tape libraries/devices” on page 37.
▼ Preparing physical libraries and devices for assignment
1. If you have not added a new physical library or tape device, stop here and go to
the next task.