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Permanently Removing Expansion Modules From an
Existing Library

Scalar i500 User's Guide

Permanently Removing Expansion Modules From an Existing Library
15 If the module you are removing or replacing contains FC I/O blades,
remove both the I/O blades and the accompanying fan blades from
the expansion module. For details, see
Replacing FC I/O Blades
Replacing the FC I/O Fan Blade
16 Before removing a module, you must first remove all expansion
modules (if any) positioned above it. Disconnect all power cords,
network data cables, and module-to-module cables from the module
you are removing or replacing and all modules located above it. Then
remove the modules.
Warning: Without tape drives, tape cartridges, or power
supplies, a control module weighs approximately 60
lbs (27.2 kg). An expansion module, without tape
drives, tape cartridges, or power supplies, exceeds 65
lbs (29.5 kg).
To avoid serious injury, at least two people are
required to safely lift the modules.
If the library is installed in a rack, you need to perform
Note:
additional steps to remove modules from and place
modules into the rack. See
on page 423 for more information.
These instructions explain how to permanently remove an expansion
module from the library.
There are some configuration settings to take into account when
removing an expansion module from an existing library.
• COD licenses remain the same. After the expansion module is
removed, there may be more slots licensed than are available. Only
the available slots appear on the
Chapter 12 Installing, Removing, and Replacing
Adding, Removing, and
on page 449 and Adding, Removing, and
on page 460.
Installing the Library in a Rack
screen.
License
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