Overland Storage ARCvault 12 Quick Start Manual

This document describes how to unpack and install either
an ARCvault 12 loader or ARCvault 24 library into a
standard RETMA 19" rack using only 2U of space. The
units come with either SCSI, Fibre Channel (FC), or SAS
drives installed.
Each unit comes with the tray-style Rack Kit and an
Accessory Kit containing these items:
• Read Me First document
• Power cord
• Bar code labels
• Magazine Release Tool
First Things First—Activate Your Warranty!
Before installing your new unit, it is essential that you
activate your ARCvault warranty. Technical and warranty
support are not available until this is done:
1. Go to the Overland Technical Support website at:
http://support.overlandstorage.com/
2. Using the MEMBER LOGIN, log in to the site.
NOTE: If you are not yet a member, click the New member?
1) and follow the instructions. It's free!
link (Figure

Unpacking the ARCvault Unit

WARNING: Due to the weight of the unit, it is
recommended that at least two people be used to lift
the unit out of the box to prevent injury.
Both the ARCvault 12 and ARCvault 24 come packaged in
the same type of container.
1. Open the top of the box
end caps.
2. Remove the Rack Kit and Accessory Kit.
3. Lift the ARCvault out and set it on a secure surface.
4. Remove the ESD bag.
5. Using the enclosed Important Unpacking Instructions,
remove both the screws and well-nuts underneath
and the shuttle bracket inside the front left door.
CAUTION: The screws and bracket hold the robotics
in place for shipment and MUST be removed before
operating. Refer to the Important Unpacking
Instructions for details.
6. Place all the packaging components inside the box and
save the box in case you ever need to ship the unit.
Part Number 10400006-106 06/2008
Quick Start Guide
(Figure 2) and lift off the top
©2006-2008 Overland Storage, Inc.
ARCvault
• Serial cable (for Service use only)
• Documentation CD with a PDF of the user guide
• This quick start guide
For SCSI drive models, the Accessory Kit also includes:
• LVD SCSI cable, 2m (6.5 ft.)
• SCSI terminator
For SAS drive models, the kit also includes:
• SAS cable, 3m (9.75 ft.)
Before unpacking the unit, ensure that the area is free
from conditions that cause electrostatic discharge (ESD).
(E-Mail)
Figure 1. Login and Sign-up Links
3. From the menu on the left, select My Products > Add
or Register a Product, and follow the on-screen
instructions.
Rack Kit &
Accessory Kit
End Cap
CAUTION: Shuttle Bracket & Bottom
Figure 2. Unpacking an ARCvault
®
12 & 24
(Password)
End Cap
ESD
Bag
Screws MUST be Removed!
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