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Quantum P1000 Series Unpacking Instructions Manual

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ATL P1000 Series Library
Unpacking Instructions
Introduction....................................................................................................3
Selecting an Installation Location ...............................................................5
Floor Space...............................................................................................5
Floor Clearance .......................................................................................6
Floor Strength and Inclination ..............................................................6
Overhead Clearance ...............................................................................6
Power and Grounding ...........................................................................6
Power Inlet ........................................................................................7
Rack Current Rating Consideration ..............................................7
Grounding .........................................................................................7
Temperature......................................................................................7
Environmental Requirements ...............................................................7
Unpacking the Library..................................................................................8
Unloading Space Requirements ..................................................................9
Uncrating the Library .................................................................................10
Installing the Slide Assembly in the Rack................................................13
Verifying the Rack Requirements.......................................................13
Rack Current Rating Consideration ............................................13
Grounding .......................................................................................14
Temperature....................................................................................14
Determining the Mounting Position ..................................................14
Installing the Slide Assembly in the Rack .........................................15
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  • Page 1: Table Of Contents

    ATL P1000 Series Library Unpacking Instructions Introduction...3 Selecting an Installation Location ...5 Floor Space...5 Floor Clearance ...6 Floor Strength and Inclination ...6 Overhead Clearance ...6 Power and Grounding ...6 Power Inlet ...7 Rack Current Rating Consideration ...7 Grounding ...7 Temperature...7 Environmental Requirements ...7...
  • Page 2 ATL P1000 Series Library Unpacking Instructions Document 6221100-02, Ver. 2, Rel. 0 March 1999 Adjusting the Slide Assembly ... 17 Adjusting the Slide Assembly on the Mounting Brackets ... 17 Adjusting the Slide Assembly Tray on the Slide Rails ... 19 Removing the Library from the Pallet ...

  • Page 3: March

    Introduction The ATL P1000 Series is an automated tape library consisting of up to 4 tape drives and 30 DLT™ cartridges. This document explains how to unpack the ATL P1000 Series. Once the library is unpacked and moved to the desired installation location, set up the library using the instructions in the ATL P1000 Series Library User’s Guide.
  • Page 4 ATL P1000 Series Library Unpacking Instructions Document 6221100-02, Ver. 2, Rel. 0 March 1999 Figure 2 ATL P1000 Series Library, Rack-mount Configuration Rack (not included) Key lock Bulk pack door Load pack door Power switch Load port Introduction...

  • Page 5: Selecting An Installation Location

    Selecting an Installation Location When selecting an installation site for the ATL P1000 Series, consider the following requirements: ‡ ‡ ‡ ‡ ‡ These requirements are also described in the ATL P1000 Series Library User’s Guide. Figure 3 shows the floor space requirements of the stand-alone P1000.

  • Page 6: Floor Clearance

    The library auto-ranging power supply accepts single-phase, 90 VAC to 264 VAC input power at 47 Hz to 63 Hz. 19-inch rack ). This is sufficient to support a fully loaded P1000 on the floor or in Selecting an Installation Location 24 in.

  • Page 7: Power Inlet

    15A/120V rack. If other equipment is installed in the rack, determine the total current rating of all the equipment before adding the P1000 library to the rack. Grounding The P1000 must be connected to a grounded power outlet. If the library is rack-mounted, the rack must also be grounded.

  • Page 8: Unpacking The Library

    ATL P1000 Series Library Unpacking Instructions Document 6221100-02, Ver. 2, Rel. 0 March 1999 Unpacking the Library The P1000 unpacking procedure consists of the following steps: ‡ ‡ ‡ ‡ ‡ The following sections detail each of these steps. Note: Before performing the procedures in the following sections, make sure the site you have chosen for the installation meets the requirements listed in “Selecting an Installation Location”...

  • Page 9: Unloading Space Requirements

    Figure 6 Unloading Space Requirements, Stand- alone Library Pallet ramp Unloading area (minimum) 18 in. (46 cm) ATL P1000 Series Library Unpacking Instructions Library 33 in. (84 cm) 30 in. (76 cm) Unloading Space Requirements Document 6221100-02, Ver. 2, Rel. 0 March 1999 Pallet 97 in.

  • Page 10: Uncrating The Library

    To uncrate the P1000 library: Procedure Open the top of the shipping carton by carefully cutting the packaging tape. The following items are stacked on top of the P1000: ‡ accessories tray ‡ ramp (stand-alone library) or slide assembly (rack-mount library) Remove these items from the carton and set them aside.
  • Page 11 Figure 7 Uncrating the Stand-alone Library ATL P1000 Series Library Unpacking Instructions Document 6221100-02, Ver. 2, Rel. 0 Accessories tray Ramp Foam supports Library Clips Uncrating the Library March 1999...
  • Page 12 ATL P1000 Series Library Unpacking Instructions Document 6221100-02, Ver. 2, Rel. 0 March 1999 Figure 8 Uncrating the Rack-mount Library Procedure (continued) Release the four clips that secure the carton to the pallet. To release a clip, pinch the center tabs of the clip firmly together and pull on the tabs.

  • Page 13: Installing The Slide Assembly In The Rack

    15A/120V rack. If other equipment is installed in the rack, determine the total current rating of all the equipment before adding the P1000 library to the rack. ATL P1000 Series Library Unpacking Instructions verifying that the rack meets the necessary requirements...

  • Page 14: Grounding

    Document 6221100-02, Ver. 2, Rel. 0 March 1999 Grounding The P1000 must be connected to a grounded power outlet. If the library is rack-mounted, the rack must also be grounded. Temperature The rack temperature should be less than 90qF (32qC).

  • Page 15: Document 6221100-02, Ver. 2, Rel

    To install the slide assembly in the rack (see figure 10 on page 16): Assembly in the Rack Procedure ATL P1000 Series Library Unpacking Instructions If the rack retma rail holes are not threaded, attach the appropriate threaded clips to the holes that correspond to: ‡...
  • Page 16 ATL P1000 Series Library Unpacking Instructions Document 6221100-02, Ver. 2, Rel. 0 March 1999 Procedure (continued) Note: Do not tighten the nuts securing the rear mounting brackets to Figure 10 Installing the Slide Assembly in the Rack Retma rails Mounting screws Remove the two 10-32 x 3/4 in.

  • Page 17: Adjusting The Slide Assembly

    Procedure Figure 11 Loosening the Outer Nuts ATL P1000 Series Library Unpacking Instructions The front door of the rack opens and closes freely. The rear door of the rack opens and closes freely. When fully extended, the slide assembly extends at least 30 in.
  • Page 18 ATL P1000 Series Library Unpacking Instructions Document 6221100-02, Ver. 2, Rel. 0 March 1999 Procedure (continued) Note: Do not release the inner channel locks. When the slide assembly is in the desired position, tighten all outer nuts: Pull the slide assembly tray forward until you can access the four rear screws.

  • Page 19: Adjusting The Slide Assembly Tray On The Slide Rails

    Adjusting the Slide Assembly Tray on the Slide Rails To adjust the slide assembly tray on the slide rails: Procedure ATL P1000 Series Library Unpacking Instructions Access hole Loosen the inner nuts on both sides of the slide assembly (see figure 13).
  • Page 20 ATL P1000 Series Library Unpacking Instructions Document 6221100-02, Ver. 2, Rel. 0 March 1999 Figure 13 Loosening the Inner Nuts Procedure (continued) When the slide assembly tray is in the desired position, tighten all inner nuts: Extend the slide assembly out of the rack until both the intermediate and inner channels of the slide rails lock (see figure 12).
  • Page 21 Check for adequate clearance. If necessary, repeat this procedure to adjust the slide tray further. Now that the slide assembly is properly installed and adjusted, you are ready to remove the P1000 from the shipping pallet and mount it in the rack. Installing the Slide Assembly in the Rack ATL P1000 Series Library Unpacking Instructions Document 6221100-02, Ver.

  • Page 22: Removing The Library From The Pallet

    Use safe practices when lifting or guiding the library and handling the slide assembly or the ramp. Remove the plastic bag enclosing the P1000: Cut along the front seam of the plastic bag. Continue to cut all the way to the back of the library.
  • Page 23 Stand-alone Library from the Pallet Fastener strips ATL P1000 Series Library Unpacking Instructions Attach the ramp to the pallet using fastener strips (see figure 15). Make any necessary preparations for moving the library. This may involve clearing a path to the installation site, unlocking doors, and placing mats over carpeted areas.

  • Page 24: Removing A Rack-Mount Library From The Pallet

    If rack stabilizing feet are present, extend them during this procedure. If the rack does not have stabilizing feet, use extreme caution when extending the slide tray and mounting the P1000 in the rack. Removing the Library from the Pallet...
  • Page 25 Figure 16 Lifting the Rack-mount Library from the Pallet Shipping bag ATL P1000 Series Library Unpacking Instructions With the help of a second person, lift the library from the pallet (see figure 16). Pallet Removing the Library from the Pallet Document 6221100-02, Ver.
  • Page 26 ATL P1000 Series Library Unpacking Instructions Document 6221100-02, Ver. 2, Rel. 0 March 1999 Procedure (continued) Figure 17 Placing the Library on the Slide Assembly Tray Place the library on the fully extended slide assembly tray (see figure 17). Screws Secure the library to the slide tray, using six screws from the accessories kit (see figure 17).
  • Page 27 Save the shipping carton, bag, foam supports, and pallet for future use. These items are required to package the library for reshipment. Removing the Library from the Pallet ATL P1000 Series Library Unpacking Instructions Document 6221100-02, Ver. 2, Rel. 0 March 1999...

  • Page 28: Removing The Internal Packing Materials

    ATL P1000 Series Library Unpacking Instructions Document 6221100-02, Ver. 2, Rel. 0 March 1999 Removing the Internal Packing Materials This section explains how to remove the internal packing materials that protect the library during shipping and installation. Caution: Before removing the internal packing materials, verify that...

  • Page 29: Removing The Shipping Restraint

    Procedure Note: Retain the original shipping container and shipping bag, pallet, ATL P1000 Series Library Unpacking Instructions Grasp the front edge of the shipping restraint and carefully push inward at both corners while lifting it up at an angle (see figure 20).
  • Page 30 ATL P1000 Series Library Unpacking Instructions Document 6221100-02, Ver. 2, Rel. 0 March 1999 Figure 20 Removing the Shipping Restraint Extension axis assembly Removing the Internal Packing Materials Shipping restraint Drive shelf...

  • Page 31: Packaging The Library For Reshipment

    Center the extension axis assembly between the mounting blocks for the load and bulk packs. Raise the extension axis assembly and place the foam block beneath it. Packaging the Library for Reshipment ATL P1000 Series Library Unpacking Instructions Document 6221100-02, Ver. 2, Rel. 0 March 1999...
  • Page 32 ATL P1000 Series Library Unpacking Instructions Document 6221100-02, Ver. 2, Rel. 0 March 1999 Procedure (continued) The library is now ready for reshipment. Carefully lower the extension axis assembly so that it rests on the foam block. Hook the lip of the shipping restraint under the edge of the bottom drive shelf (see figure 20 on page 30).

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