Unpacking Your Drive; Selecting A Location For Your Drive - Freecom DLT VS-80 Installation And Operation Manual

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Unpacking your Drive

Before you do anything else, unpack and inspect your DLT-VS80esDesktop Drive for
shipping damage. To do a thorough job, follow these steps:
1. Inspect the shipping box for damage. If you notice any damage, report it to the shipping
company immediately.
2. Open the shipping box and remove the accessories package. Open the accessories
package so that the accessories are handy during installation.
3. With the drive still in the shipping box, reach under and around the drive, carefully lift it
out of the shipping box, and place it on the work surface, top facing up. Do not stand the
drive on either end.
4. Carefully remove the remove the drive from the protective bag.
Note: Save the packing materials in case you need to move or ship your drive in the future.
You must ship your DLT-VS80esDesktop Drive in the original or equivalent packing
materials to preserve your warranty.
2.3.2.2

Selecting a Location for your Drive

Select a location for your DLT-VS80esDesktop Drive that is flat, sturdy, level, and close to
the host server or workstation. A desk or table-top is most suitable. Regardless of the
location you choose for your DLT-VS80esDesktop Drive, make sure the environment is free
from dust and excessive temperature and humidity. See the DLT-VS80 Product
Specification manual for acceptable operating temperature and humidity limits.
Be sure to follow these additional guidelines when selecting a location for your DLT-
VS80esDesktop Drive:
Allow at least 6 inches (15.2 cm) behind the drive for proper cooling.
Avoid locations near printers or photocopy machines, both of which produce paper fiber
and other types of dust and airborne contaminants.
Do not place your drive on the floor.
Avoid locations near generators, electric motors, audio speakers, or other sources of
magnetic fields. Magnetic fields can adversely affect your drive and media.
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