Dell NetWorker 19.9 Administration Guide

Releasing a silo device

When a silo device is configured for use with a NetWorker server, it is possible to restrict silo access only to the NetWorker server. These restrictions allow increased availability to the silo for those with full access. These restrictions can be lifted by using the Release Device feature.

1. In the Administration window, click Devices.
2. Open the Libraries folder in the navigation tree. The Libraries detail table appears.
3. Select a silo in the navigation tree or double-click a silo in the Libraries detail table to open the double-paned Library Operations view. The silo’s drives are listed in the Device column. The slots are listed in the Slot column.
4. Right-click a silo in the Slot column, and select Release Device. A window appears and asks whether to release devices.
5. Click Yes. The Library Operation window appears and displays this message:

   The library operation has started.
   Please see the Monitoring->Operations screen for its status.

6. Click OK.
7. Repeat all steps for each device to be released.