Overview

What is LibMON?

LibMON is a tool used to administer, configure, and monitor tape libraries over a network or over the Internet. Using LibMON, you can remotely view library status, event information, and even contact those responsible for library operations.

LibMON tasks are initiated using remote 'Point and Click' operation through the JAVA-based graphical user interface. With LibMON, you can perform the following functions:

LibMON Security

LibMON automatically verifies the user name and password whenever a client attempts to open any LibMON URL. Only valid users are allowed access to LibMON. This password verification function is performed in conjunction with the HTTP server.

LibMON provides two security levels.

For example, if you are running the Apache HTTP server and followed the installation procedure, two default users would be created automatically:

Both the Admin and Guest security levels require a username and password combination to access LibMON. Creating, modifying, and deleting user passwords is controlled by the HTTP server. The number of LibMON users with Admin and Guest privileges will vary depending on your site needs.

Navigating LibMON

You can navigate through the LibMON application using standard Web browser controls or with buttons and menu options available in LibMON windows. This section describes both kinds of navigational tools.

Using Browser Controls

Use the navigational tools of your Web browser to move between the LibMON pages. Refer to the online help for your browser for more information on using its navigational tools.

Using LibMON Windows

LibMON windows consist of three fixed elements.

  • Domain Strip - The left side of this section contains the Domain field, which indicates the name of the server to which the libraries are attached. Two icons are displayed to the right of the Domain name: The Help Link provides access to online help. The Stick Page Push Pin link posts the page. If posted, clicking the Next Page navigation icon launches a new browser.
  • Menu Bar - The content of the menu bar varies by page. However, it functions consistently for every page. The LibMON menus are all drop-down selection boxes. When selected, the first item in the menu is the menu title and does not represent a selectable menu option. The three types of menus that can exist in the menu bar are as follows:
  • Management area - The content of this section differs by page. Within this area, a selectable Library, Event, or Contact Manager may exist.
  • Using LibMON Managers

    Within the management area, a selectable Library, Event, or Contact Manager can exist. Managers display multiple objects of the same type, such as tape libraries, events, or contacts. For example, the LibMON Home Page consists of two managers, labeled Libraries and Events.

    Before selecting an object within the management area, the Manager itself must be selected. For example, to select a library, first select the Libraries manager, then select the library.

    Using LibMON Help

    LibMON provides an integrated HTML-based help subsystem. LibMON help is available by selecting the question mark icon in the domain strip located near the top of all LibMON pages. You can navigate through LibMON help using standard Web browser controls and hypertext references embedded in the LibMON help system.