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__ 7. Place the tape drive cover plate on the autoloader back panel. Make sure
Replacing the autoloader
This section describes how to replace the autoloader.
Removing the autoloader
To remove the tape drive, complete the following steps:
__ 1. Make sure that the environment is free of conditions that could cause
DANGER
__ 2. Turn off the autoloader and disconnect the power cord.
__ 3. Disconnect the SCSI cable, SCSI terminator, and Ethernet cable from the
__ 4. Remove the autoloader from the rack.
__ 5. Locate the tape drive cover plate at the back of the autoloader.
__ 6. Using a #1 Phillips screwdriver, remove the two screws securing the cover
Figure 24. Removing the Tape Drive Cover Plate
__ 7. Disconnect the power cable, SCSI cable, and serial cable from the tape drive.
Figure 25. Disconnecting the tape drive cables
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that the cables are not pinched by the cover plate. Insert and tighten the two
screws.
electrostatic discharge (ESD). If possible, use an antistatic mat and a
grounded static protection wristband during installation. If a mat and
wristband are not available, touch a known grounded surface, such as a
metal computer chassis.
Electrical current from power, telephone, and communication cables is
hazardous. See "Safety" on page v for more information.
back of the autoloader.
plate (see Figure 24). Set the cover plate and screws aside.
Route the cables downward and away from the sides of the tape drive.
Serial Cable
SCSI Cable
Cover plate
Two screws
Power Cable
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