×

Efficient magazine moves

  • US 8,682,471 B2
  • Filed: 09/27/2010
  • Issued: 03/25/2014
  • Est. Priority Date: 09/27/2010
  • Status: Active Grant
First Claim
Patent Images

1. A data storage library comprising:

  • a magazine possessing a plurality of slots wherein each slot is adapted to hold a tape cartridge, said slots are mapped to a client, including a first slot mapped via a first slot address, said data storage library adapted to form a link with said client,a spare slot in said magazine devoid of being mapped to said client, anda first mobile storage cartridge disposed in said first slot wherein prior to being mapped as said first slot, said first slot was formerly another spare slot.

View all claims
  • 0 Assignments
Timeline View
Assignment View
    ×
    ×