Removing The Compact Flash Card - IBM System Storage TS3310 Setup And Operator Manual

v the most current version of the library firmware
v the most current version of the drive firmware
v Vital Product Data (VPD)
v error log data
v a machine state "snapshot" the library saves when an error occurs
The drive firmware is retained on an EPROM on the drive. If a new drive with
downlevel drive firmware is installed, the library automatically updates the new
drive with the latest version of drive firmware, which is stored on the compact
flash card. The library boot code loads the library application firmware from the
compact flash card to active RAM memory on power up.
In the event that the LCB malfunctions and needs to be replaced, the compact flash
card must be removed from the old LCB and mounted on the replacement LCB.

Removing the Compact Flash Card

Important: When removing the Compact Flash Card, you must wear an ESD
anti-static wrist strap, or touch the library frame to discharge any
static electricity in your body. Do not attempt to remove the Compact
Flash Card without taking appropriate ESD precautions.
Selections made during library configuration, reside on the Compact
Flash Card. Using the Appendix D, "Library Configuration Form," on
page D-1, record all current library settings before removing the card.
You will need this information to re-configure your library after
replacing the card. Use the Operator Panel to re-configure your library.
Chapter 11. Add, Remove, Replace Procedures
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