Installing The Library Foot Pads (Desktop Installation) - IBM TS3100 Setup, Operator, And Service Manual

Important: If any of the contents of your shipment are damaged or missing, call the appropriate number
that is listed on the Quality Hotline card.
Important: If your library did not contain preinstalled drives, then install them now. Refer to
"Removing/installing/adding a tape drive sled" on page 223 for instructions on installing your tape
drives.

Installing the library foot pads (desktop installation)

About this task
If you intend to install your library in a rack, skip this step and proceed to "Removing and storing the
shipping lock" on page 43.
Important: Operating your library on a flat surface without foot pads might damage your library or
cause it not to function properly.
Six foot pads must be installed on the bottom of the library before the library is used as a desktop unit.
To install the library foot pads:
Procedure
1. Carefully lay the library on its side.
2. Peel the adhesive from the back of each foot pad.
3. Install the foot pads on the bottom of the library enclosure by pressing each foot into one of the six
areas ( 1 ) as shown in the figure.
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