Chapter 3 Connections; Host Connection; Host Preparation - Fujitsu ETERNUS LT260 User Manual

Chapter 3
Connections
This chapter describes the configuration for each interface to connect to the LT260.
3.1

Host Connection

3.1.1

Host Preparation

CAUTION
Follow these general guidelines:
• Check with a system administrator before powering off the host computer.
• For a SAS library, confirm availability or install a SAS HBA that supports multiple LUNs.
• For a direct-attach Fibre Channel library, confirm availability of install an FC HBA.
• For connection of a Fibre Channel library through a compatible switch, verify that sufficient ports are
available.
• Use an appropriate HBA for your tape drive due to performance requirements.
If the transfer rate of the HBA is low, performance may degrade when moving highly compressible data to
a tape drive with a higher transfer rate.
• In a SAN installation, all switches between the host and the library must be of the appropriate type.
If the transfer rate of the switch on the path is low, performance may degrade. Configure zoning so only
the backup servers may access the library.
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Static Sensitive
Risk of damage to devices
• A discharge of static electricity damages static-sensitive devices or micro
circuitry.
• Proper packaging and grounding techniques are necessary precautions to
prevent damage.
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