Taking Esd Precautions - Quantum P2000 Series User Manual

Chapter 2 Basic Library Operations
Installing Tape Cartridges
Taking ESD
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Precautions
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Caution: Handle tape cartridges with care. Do not drop or
bang them, or place them near sources of
electromagnetic interference. Rough handling can
displace the tape leader, making the cartridge
unusable and potentially hazardous to the tape
drives.
Components within the P2000 library contain static-sensitive parts.
To prevent damage to these parts while performing installation,
maintenance, or replacement procedures, observe the following
precautions:
Keep the library turned off during all installation,
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maintenance, and replacement procedures.
Note: Hosts without a direct SCSI interface require external
communications bus converters.
Keep the library power cord connected to a grounded power
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outlet except when working with AC electrical components.
Warning: Avoid contact with the power supplies, EMI
filter, and all other AC electrical components
while the library is connected to a power outlet.
Use an antistatic wrist strap when touching internal library
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components. To use the wrist strap properly, place the band
around your wrist and attach the clip to the library frame. Keep
the strap on until you are ready to close the library doors.
Keep static-sensitive parts in their shipping containers until
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ready for installation.
Do not place static-sensitive parts on any metal surface. If you
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need to put down a static-sensitive part, place it inside its
protective shipping bag or on a grounded antistatic mat.
ATL P2000 Series Automated Tape Library User's Guide