Verifying The Shipment; Installing The Rack Mount Kit (Optional); Inspecting The Power Cord And Outlet; Positioning The Tape Drive - IBM TS2280 Setup, Operator, And Service Manual

Verifying the shipment

Ensure that the following items are included in the shipment:
v Power cord (For the appropriate cord for your country or region, see.Appendix C, "Ordering optional
features, replacement parts, and power cords," on page 73)
v IBM LTO Ultrium Cleaning Cartridge
v Single-connector SAS wrap tool
v Optional Rack Mount kit
v The IBM TS2280 Tape Drive Quick Reference (GC27-2276-02)
v The IBM TS2280 Tape Drive Setup, Operator, and Service Guide SC27-4649-00
v Documentation CD (includes library documentation, translated safety information, and translated
warranty information).
v SAS or USB cables are not part of the ship group. They must be ordered separately.

Installing the rack mount kit (optional)

Refer to Appendix D, "Installing a 19-inch rack mount kit (optional)," on page 79. If you did not order
the optional kit, proceed to "Inspecting the power cord and outlet."
If you ordered a 24-inch rack mount kit, refer to the installation instructions included in the kit.

Inspecting the power cord and outlet

1. Inspect the power cord plug to ensure that it matches the power receptacle. If it does not match, see
"Power cords" on page 74 to determine the appropriate power cord.
2. Ensure that all associated electrical outlets are properly grounded and that the circuit breaker is
turned on.
DANGER

Positioning the tape drive

Position the unit so it is convenient to the server. The only restrictions are the length of the power cord
and the length of the cable to the server. Recommended locations are
v Away from high-traffic areas, especially if the floor is carpeted.
v Out of printer or copy rooms to avoid toner and paper dust. Do not store paper supplies next to any
unit.
v Away from moving air, such as doorways, open windows, fans, and air conditioners.
v Off the floor.
v In a horizontal position.
v Where the tape cartridge can be easily inserted.
The unit should not be stacked. Do not place anything on top of the unit.
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IBM TS2280: Setup, Operator, and Service Guide Machine Type 3580 Model H8S
An electrical outlet that is not correctly wired could place hazardous voltage on metal
parts of the system or the devices that attach to the system. It is the responsibility of
the customer to ensure that the outlet is correctly wired and grounded to prevent an
electrical shock. (D004)