Libraries are also known as media changers, jukeboxes, robots, automated libraries, or media libraries. The SAM-QFS Manager software enables you to manage certain libraries, assuming the current server has the SUNWsamfsr and SUNWsamfsu packages installed locally. For information about the types of libraries that are supported, see About Removable Media Management.
Libraries are robotically controlled devices designed to load (import) and unload (export) removable cartridges without operator intervention. A library contains a robotic arm that is used to transport cartridges, slots in which to store cartridges, and one or more drives on which to mount cartridges.
Each cartridge in a library has one or more volumes. A volume is a named area on a cartridge that is used for storing data. Double-sided cartridges have two volumes, one on each side. A volume name identifies a volume.
You can use the SAM-QFS Manager software to add libraries to or remove libraries from the archiving file system configuration. Archive policies for the site determine which libraries and drives to use for archiving and staging.