Attaching Sas Cable - Dell PowerVault LTO User Manual

Figure 11. Attaching SAS cable
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7. Securing the tape drive
The tape drive can now be secured to the system as shown in Figure 12 on page 15. There are several
ways to secure the drive. If the drive is on rails or in a sled, then push it in place. Some systems require
the drive to be inserted into a media bay and attached directly to the system with screws.
Figure 12. Secure the drive
8. Connecting host system power and testing power to the tape drive
Connect the power cord to the system and to the electrical outlet. To ensure that the drive is receiving
power, watch for the following indicators while the power to the system is turned on:
a. The single-character display presents a series of random characters.
b. The single-character display becomes blank (not lit).
c. The Fault LED briefly turns on, then the ready/activity LED turns on solid.
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SAS cable
Power cable
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