Chapter 2. Installing the drive
This is a customer setup unit. It is the customer's responsibility to install this
product.
Avoiding Drive Damage
To avoid static electricity damage when handling the drive, use the following
precautions:
v Limit your movement. Movement can cause static electricity to build around you.
v Always handle the drive carefully. Never touch exposed circuitry.
v Prevent others from touching the drive.
v Before unpacking and installing the drive into an enclosure, touch its
v When possible, remove the drive from its static-protective packaging and install it
v Do not place the drive on the cover of the enclosure or on any other metal
Installation overview
Installation involves the following steps:
10. "Install Device Drivers" on page 2-5
11. "Configure the Tape Drive to a Server/Host" on page 2-5
12. "Updating firmware" on page 2-6
13. "Register for Support Notification" on page 2-7
Unpack the Drive
Unpack the drive and store the packaging for future moves or shipping.
Attention:
packing material, or the warranty may be invalidated.
1. Inspect the unit for shipping damage. If there is damage, do not install the unit.
2. Locate the label on the rear panel of the unit with the machine type, model
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static-protective packaging to an unpainted metal surface on the enclosure for at
least two seconds. This reduces static electricity in the packaging and your body.
directly into an enclosure without setting it down. When this is not possible, place
the drive's packaging on a smooth, level surface and place the drive on the
packaging.
surface.
1. "Unpack the Drive"
2. "Verify the Shipment" on page 2-2
3. "Installing a 19-inch rack mount kit (optional)" on page 2-2
4. "Inspect the Power Cord and Outlet" on page 2-3
5. "Position the Tape Drive" on page 2-4
6. "Install the SAS Host Adapter Card (if required)" on page 2-4
7. "Connect the SAS Bus Cable" on page 2-4
8. "Connect Power" on page 2-5
9. "Run drive diagnostics" on page 2-5
If you return the unit for service, ship it in its original or equivalent
Report the damage immediately by contacting your place of purchase.
number, and serial number of the unit. Make a note of these numbers and store
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