HP STORAGEWORKS SSL1016 - Manual (Page 124)

Tape Drive Cleaning
124 SSL1016 Tape Autoloader Reference Guide
Auto Clean
Note: Auto Clean is not supported on Windows 2000 removable storage.
The Auto Clean function permits the autoloader to perform the cleaning process
automatically without interrupting normal operation. The Auto Clean feature is
turned off by default.
With Auto Clean enabled, the autoloader monitors the cleaning requirements of
the tape drive. When the drive indicates a Cleaning Required status, the autoloader
automatically removes the cleaning cartridge from its slot and inserts it into the
tape drive. After completing the cleaning cycle, the autoloader returns the
cleaning cartridge to its slot.
When Auto Clean is enabled, the autoloader automatically cleans the tape drive
when a Cleaning Required status occurs. During the cleaning cycle, the LCD
displays messages indicating the progress of the process:
■ Loading Cleaning Cartridge. The autoloader is loading the cleaning cartridge
from its magazine slot into the tape drive.
■ Cleaning Drive. The cleaning cartridge is running in the tape drive.
■ Unloading Cleaning Cartridge. The autoloader is returning the cleaning tape
to its magazine slot.
Note: If you enable Auto Clean, make sure the cleaning option in your backup
software is turned off.
Before you enable the AutoClean option, you must designate which slot contains
the cleaning cartridge and load the cleaning cartridge into that slot. If you have not
done this, the autoloader will not allow you to enable Auto Clean.
To set Auto Clean:
1. On the main menu, scroll to Configuration.
2. Press Enter.
3. On the Configuration submenu, scroll to Cleaning Tape.
4. Press Enter.
5. Log in as Administration.