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3U RM Storage Enclosure Reference Guide First Edition (April 2001) Part Number 232797-021 Compaq Computer Corporation...
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All other product names mentioned herein may be trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective companies. Compaq shall not be liable for technical or editorial errors or omissions contained herein. The information in this document is subject to change without notice.
This guide is designed to be used as step-by-step instructions for installation and as a reference for operation, troubleshooting, and future upgrades of the Compaq 3U RM Storage Enclosure. Text Conventions This document uses the following conventions to distinguish elements of text: Keys Keys appear in boldface.
Compaq 3U RM Storage Enclosure Reference Guide the information and then press the Enter key. Symbols in Text These symbols may be found in the text of this guide. They have the following meanings. WARNING: Text set off in this manner indicates that failure to follow directions in the warning could result in bodily harm or loss of life.
Contents vii Any surface or area of the equipment marked with these symbols indicates the presence of a hot surface or hot component. If this surface is contacted, the potential for injury exists. WARNING: To reduce the risk of injury from a hot component, allow the surface to cool before touching.
Compaq Technical Support In North America, call the Compaq Technical Phone Support Center at 1-800-OK-COMPAQ. This service is available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. For continuous quality improvement, calls may be recorded or monitored. Outside North America, call the nearest Compaq Technical Support Phone Center.
Chapter Tape Drive Installation Introduction This chapter describes how to install a tape drive in the Compaq 3U RM Storage Enclosure. Topics covered in this chapter include the following: SCSI IDs Removing and installing a tape drive Cable configurations Installing SCSI connectors...
2-2 Compaq 3U RM Storage Enclosure Reference Guide To set or change the SCSI ID of a tape drive, refer to your tape drive manual for setting the SCSI ID. Installing a Tape Drive IMPORTANT: If you are returning a failed tape drive, DO NOT return the slide-out drive tray.
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Tape Drive Installation 2-3 7. To position and align the tape drive in the slide-out drive tray, use the following table to determine which holes to use to align the tape drive. For more details, refer to the hood label. Hole Tape Drive SDLT and DAT Autoloader...
1 autoloader per SCSI cable Installing SCSI Connectors The 3U RM Storage Enclosure ships with two internal LVD wide SCSI cables attached to the SCSI connector panel. Up to two additional SCSI cables can be installed in the storage enclosure.
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Tape Drive Installation 2-5 Figure 2-3. Removing the top panel 3. Take out the screw 4 located on the outside of the unit. 4. Remove the blank panel 5 from the inside of the unit. Figure 2-4. Removing the external screw and internal blank panel 5.
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2-6 Compaq 3U RM Storage Enclosure Reference Guide Figure 2-5. Attaching the internal SCSI cable to the connector panel...
This chapter discusses the following topics: Rack Mounting Kit Installing the storage enclosure Rack Mounting Kit The Rack Mounting Kit that ships with the Compaq 3U RM Storage Enclosure contains: A template to mark the rack for proper alignment of rack-mounting brackets.
3-2 Compaq 3U RM Storage Enclosure Reference Guide Installing the Storage Enclosure WARNING: To reduce the risk of personal injury or damage to the equipment, be sure that: The leveling jacks are extended to the floor. The full weight of the rack rests on the leveling jacks.
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Installing the 3U RM Storage Enclosure into a Compaq Rack 3-3 4. From the rear of the rack, insert the front tabs of the spring-loaded rack rail into the proper holes. 5. Compress the rail forward and insert the rear tabs of the spring-loaded rack rail into the proper holes.
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3-4 Compaq 3U RM Storage Enclosure Reference Guide 9. From the rear of the rack, align the cable rack bracket with the hole in the spring-loaded rack rail and secure it with an M6 x 1.0-12L Phillips screw. Figure 3-4. Attaching the cable rack bracket 10.
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Installing the 3U RM Storage Enclosure into a Compaq Rack 3-5 13. Repeat step 12 for each SCSI controller in your system. 14. Plug the AC power cord into the power cord connector. 15. Route the system cables to the cable reel and secure with the velcro strip.
Numbers For the purpose of regulatory compliance certifications and identification, your Compaq 3U RM Storage Enclosure is assigned a Compaq series number. The Compaq series number for this product is: Series EO2501. The tape drive series number can be found on the product label, along with the required approval markings and information.
A-2 Compaq 3U RM Storage Enclosure Reference Guide Federal Communications Commission Notice Part 15 of the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) Rules and Regulations has established Radio Frequency (RF) emission limits to provide an interference-free radio frequency spectrum. Many electronic devices, including computers, generate RF energy incidental to their intended function and are, therefore, covered by these rules.
Modifications The FCC requires the user to be notified that any changes or modifications made to this device that are not expressly approved by Compaq Computer Corporation may void the user’s authority to operate the equipment. Cables Connections to this device must be made with shielded cables with metallic RFI/EMI connector hoods in order to maintain compliance with FCC Rules and Regulations.
A-4 Compaq 3U RM Storage Enclosure Reference Guide Canadian Notice (Avis Canadien) Class B Equipment This Class B digital apparatus meets all requirements of the Canadian Interference-Causing Equipment Regulations. Cet appareil numérique de la classe B respecte toutes les exigences du Règlement sur le matériel brouilleur du Canada.
Regulatory Compliance Notices A-5 Japanese Notice Taiwanese Notice Compliance with CDRH Regulations The Center for Devices and Radiological Health (CDRH) of the U.S. Food and Drug Administration implemented regulations for laser products on August 2, 1976. These regulations apply to laser products manufactured from August 1, 1976.
A-6 Compaq 3U RM Storage Enclosure Reference Guide Regulatory Compliance Label Location The Regulatory Compliance label for your Compaq 3U RM Storage Enclosure is located on the rear of the storage enclosure as shown in Figure A-1. Figure A-1. Location of Regulatory Compliance label...
Appendix Electrostatic Discharge To prevent damaging the system, be aware of the precautions you need to follow when setting up the system or handling parts. A discharge of static electricity from a finger or other conductor may damage system boards or other static-sensitive devices.
B-2 Compaq 3U RM Storage Enclosure Reference Guide Grounding Methods There are several methods for grounding. Use one or more of the following methods when handling or installing electrostatic-sensitive parts: Use a wrist strap connected by a ground cord to a grounded workstation or computer chassis.
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Index Canadian Notice (Avis Canadien) A-4 cartridges 1-4 3U rail extender kit 1-4 CE Marking A-4 3U RM Storage Enclosure See cleaning cartridges 1-4 storage enclosure Compaq series number A-1 configurations cable 2-1, 2-4 adding internal SCSI 2-1 internal SCSI connectors 2-1...
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2 Compaq 3U RM Storage Enclosure Reference Guide types of damage from B-1 storage enclosure into ESD See electrostatic discharge rack 3-1 European Union Notice A-4 tape drive 2-1, 2-2 fan assembly 1-6 loading storage enclosure into FCC Class A compliance...
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Index 3 removing loading into rack 3-4 drive blanks 2-2 rack mounting kit 3-1 slide-out drive tray 2-2 standard features 1-2 tape drive 2-1, 2-2 system cables top panel 2-5 routing through cable management 3-5 system, preventing electrostatic damage to B-1 SCSI adding internal connectors 2-1 cable configurations 2-1, 2-4...
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