It still needs to check which tapes are in the library, but using the barcode
reader is MUCH quicker.

In a 3575 library, using the dsmadmc audit by it self takes around an hour for
200 tapes. With the checklabel=barcode, it takes about 3 minutes.

Be warned, however. Some features of ADSM have had the barcode option turned off
(for example, checkin libvolume). This appears to have been removed at about PTF
level 13 for ADSM Server 2.1.5. See the README in /usr/lpp/adsmserv/2.1.5.XX for
the list of changes for each PTF level.

Peter Gathercole
Open Systems Consultant

Donald Burdette wrote:

> We have a 3570-B12 tape drive that does not have the barcode reader feature.
> What does this do for you from ADSM standpoint if I get one installed?  Does
> having the barcode reader eliminate the need for the 3570 to have re-read
> all the tape labels if you open the door to the unit?
>
> thanks for you help,
>
> Don Burdette