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Quantum PX720 Unpacking And Installation Instructions

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Quantum PX720 Unpacking
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Floor Space..................................................................................................................4
Floor Clearance ..........................................................................................................5
Floor Strength and Inclination.................................................................................5
Power and Grounding ..............................................................................................5
Environmental Conditions .......................................................................................6
Providing Necessary Tools and Equipment ..........................................................6
Taking ESD Precautions ...........................................................................................6
Receiving the Library................................................................................................7
Unboxing the Library................................................................................................8
Positioning the Library ...........................................................................................11
Unpacking the Library............................................................................................13
Storing the Shipping Materials ..............................................................................22
Leveling the Library................................................................................................22
Cabling the Quantum PX720 .................................................................................23
Loading the Tape Cartridges .................................................................................34
Initial Configuration................................................................................................34
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  • Page 1: Table Of Contents

    Unboxing the Library...8 Positioning the Library ...11 Unpacking the Library...13 Storing the Shipping Materials ...22 Leveling the Library...22 Installing the Quantum PX720 Library Cabling the Quantum PX720 ...23 Loading the Tape Cartridges ...34 Initial Configuration...34 Document 6444602-04 A01, March 2005...
  • Page 2 Quantum PX720 Unpacking and Installation Instructions Document 6444602-04 A01 March 2005 6207947-05fN 19 c...

  • Page 3: Introduction

    20 tape drives and up to 642 SDLT or 726 LTO tape cartridges bins (figure This document explains how to unpack the Quantum PX720. Once the library is unpacked and moved to the desired installation location, set up the library using the instructions in the Quantum PX720 Series User’s Guide.

  • Page 4: Selecting An Installation Location

    Quantum PX720 Unpacking and Installation Instructions Document 6444602-04 A01 March 2005 Selecting an Installation Location When choosing an installation site for the PX720, consider the following requirements: • • • • • These requirements are also described in the Quantum PX720 Series User’s Guide.
  • Page 5 Figure 4 Wall Outlet Two dedicated wall outlets and a 20 amp circuit breaker are required to provide power to the PX720 library. Outside North America, replace the supplied power cord with a harmonized 3 x 1.5 mm approved by the country where used, and install the appropriate wall outlet.

  • Page 6: Environmental Conditions

    • • • • Provide the following tools for leveling the library: • Some components within the PX720 library contain static-sensitive parts. To Taking ESD avoid damaging these parts while performing installation procedures, always Precautions observe the following precautions: •...

  • Page 7: Unpacking The Library

    Unpacking the Library This section explains how to unpack the library and move it to its final installation location. The PX720 is shipped in packing materials designed to protect it from damage during transit. By following these instructions, you help ensure that the library will continue to be safeguarded after it arrives at the installation site.
  • Page 8 If any part is missing or damaged (look for scuffs on the Note: antistatic bag), contact your authorized reseller. 2 Choose the unloading side. The PX720 may be unloaded from only the right side of the pallet. 3 Verify the minimum floor space requirements (see...
  • Page 9 Steel Bands Figure 7 Removing the Box Top Cover Quantum PX720 Unpacking and Installation Instructions 5 Lift the cardboard box top cover straight up and off of the pallet (see figure 6 Remove the eight cardboard box retaining clips to their open position and...
  • Page 10 Quantum PX720 Unpacking and Installation Instructions Document 6444602-04 A01 March 2005 Figure 8 Removing the Cardboard Box Retaining clips Figure 9 Removing the Front Pallet Rail Bolts 7 Remove the 3-3/8 in. hex head bolts, lock washers, and flat washers from...
  • Page 11 (see Hex head bolts 1 Map out a route to the installation site (see the Quantum PX720 Pre- Installation Site Survey Instructions). 2 Remove the four restraining bolts securing the PX720 to the shipping...
  • Page 12 Quantum PX720 Unpacking and Installation Instructions Document 6444602-04 A01 March 2005 Figure 11 Removing the Restraining Bolts Figure 12 Raising the Leveling Feet Leveling feet in raised position Bolts 3 Raise the leveling feet (see figure 4 Inspect the library for any damage that may have occurred during shipment.
  • Page 13 Unpacking the Library Quantum PX720 Unpacking and Installation Instructions 5 Carefully roll the library down the ramp (see The Quantum PX720 with 20 tape drives weighs 1350 Warning: pounds (612 kg). Two people are required to move and install the library.
  • Page 14 Quantum PX720 Unpacking and Installation Instructions Document 6444602-04 A01 March 2005 Figure 14 Removing the Base Shipping Foam Service tray 2 Unlock and open the library doors (front and back): The front door lock is located behind the service tray.
  • Page 15 Quantum PX720 Unpacking and Installation Instructions Document 6444602-04 A01 March 2005 Figure 15 Removing the Shipping Foam Foam Foam Back of library Front of library 4 Using the power cables from the accessory kit, connect the library to a grounded power source (see figure 16).

  • Page 16: Storing The Shipping Materials

    Quantum PX720 Unpacking and Installation Instructions Document 6444602-04 A01 March 2005 Figure 16 Library Power Connections Power connectors 5 Remove the internal library frame restraints by (see Removing four 1/4 in. hex nuts securing the two pieces of the restraint with a 7/16 in. wrench or socket.
  • Page 17 Internal Library Frame Restraint Bolt Hex nuts Quantum PX720 Unpacking and Installation Instructions Bolt 6 From the front of the library, remove the two shipping restraints (vertical has 4 screws and robot has 7 screws) securing the robot with a PHILLIPS...
  • Page 18 Quantum PX720 Unpacking and Installation Instructions Document 6444602-04 A01 March 2005 Figure 18 Removing the Robot Shipping Restraints Robot shipping restraint 7 Use the screws removed in step restraint to the robot shipping restraint (see 8 Store the five spare screws in the robot shipping restraint as shown in...
  • Page 19 10 From the back of the library, remove the two nuts securing the counter Figure 20 Removing the Counter Weight Shipping Restraint 11 Reverse the counter weight shipping restraint and reinstall on the back Quantum PX720 Unpacking and Installation Instructions Shipping restraints in storage position Spare screws...
  • Page 20 Quantum PX720 Unpacking and Installation Instructions Document 6444602-04 A01 March 2005 Figure 21 Storing the Counter Weight Shipping Restraint 12 Remove the six panel shipping restraints (three on each side) with a 7/16 Shipping restraint Nuts in. wrench or socket (see...
  • Page 21 Middle shipping restraint Lower shipping restraint Panels shown outside of library for clarity 13 Store the panel shipping restraint hardware (three sets on each side) on Quantum PX720 Unpacking and Installation Instructions Upper shipping restraint Middle shipping restraint Lower shipping restraint...

  • Page 22: Leveling The Library

    Quantum PX720 Unpacking and Installation Instructions Document 6444602-04 A01 March 2005 Figure 23 Panel Shipping Restraints Storage Locations Panel restraint storage locations Left storage position shown To store the shipping and packaging materials for future use: Storing the Shipping Materials...

  • Page 23: Installing The Quantum Px720 Library

    Connecting the Cluster Controller Ethernet Cables Cabling a SCSI PX720 Library Cabling a Fibre Channel PX720 Library 1 Open the back door of the Quantum PX720 to gain access to the tape drive cluster controllers (see figure 25 2 Refer to...
  • Page 24 Quantum PX720 Unpacking and Installation Instructions Document 6444602-04 A01 March 2005 Table 1 Cluster Controller Ethernet Connections Tape Drive Cluster Cluster Controller Ethernet Connections Tape Drive Cluster 0 Eth1 - to internal network from the cabinet controller Eth2 - not used Eth3 - to first FC470 if present Eth4 - to tape drive cluster 1;...
  • Page 25 Figure 24 Cluster Controller Ethernet Connections Quantum PX720 Unpacking and Installation Instructions Tape drive cluster 0 Tape drive cluster 1 Tape drive cluster 2 Tape drive cluster 3 Tape drive cluster 4 Installing the Quantum PX720 Library Document 6444602-04 A01...
  • Page 26 Figure 25 Tape Drives and Robotics Controller 1 Open the back door of the Quantum PX720 to gain access to the tape drives and robotics controller (see 2 Route a SCSI cable up through the base of the library on the right-hand...
  • Page 27 Figure 26 Connecting the Tape Drives Quantum PX720 Unpacking and Installation Instructions 3 Connect the host computers to the tape drives by routing SCSI cables up through the base of the library and along the right-hand side of the cabinet (see figure 26).
  • Page 28 Quantum PX720 Unpacking and Installation Instructions Document 6444602-04 A01 March 2005 Figure 27 Connecting the Library to the Local Area Network Cabling a Fibre Channel PX720 Library Use the following procedure to connect the SCSI jumper cables, terminators, and Ethernet cables to the tape drive cluster(s) and FC470(s).

  • Page 29: Document 6444602-04 A01, March 2005

    Table 2 Cabling a FC470 Bridge to the Tape Drives Quantum PX720 Unpacking and Installation Instructions 4 The SCSI, Ethernet, and Fibre Channel cables must be routed and stacked in the right-hand clamps correctly so the back door will close. Route the cables down through the cable channel on the right-hand side of the library.
  • Page 30 Quantum PX720 Unpacking and Installation Instructions Document 6444602-04 A01 March 2005 Tape Drive Connection Tape drive 10, upper port Tape drive 10, lower port Tape drive 11, upper port Tape drive 11, lower port Tape drive 12, upper port Tape drive 12, lower port...
  • Page 31 Eth3 on drive cluster 2 FC470 4 Eth3 on drive cluster 3 Eth3 on drive cluster 4 FC470 5 Terminator Quantum PX720 Unpacking and Installation Instructions FC470 1 Tape drive cluster 0 Tape drive cluster 1 Tape drive cluster 2 Tape drive cluster 3...
  • Page 32 Quantum PX720 Unpacking and Installation Instructions Document 6444602-04 A01 March 2005 Figure 29 Securing the SCSI, Ethernet, and Fibre Channel Cables Fibre Channel (2 ports) Ethernet (1 port) SCSI (4 ports) Installing the Quantum PX720 Library SCSI cables route Ethernet and Fibre Channel...
  • Page 33 Quantum PX720 Unpacking and Installation Instructions Document 6444602-04 A01 March 2005 Figure 30 FC470 Cable Connections Maximum Drive Configuration Installing the Quantum PX720 Library...
  • Page 34 March 2005 Before operating the library, load the appropriate tape cartridges (LTO or Loading the Tape SDLT) into the library starting with the left-hand panels (refer to the Quantum Cartridges PX720 User’s Guide PN 6444601 for more information on tape cartridges).
  • Page 35 Figure 32 Menu Screen Figure 33 Password Screen Quantum PX720 Unpacking and Installation Instructions 3 From the screen, use the up and down arrows to highlight Menu and press Select 4 The library prompts you for your password (see 5 Enter the 6 digit password.
  • Page 36 Quantum PX720 Unpacking and Installation Instructions Document 6444602-04 A01 March 2005 Figure 34 Setup Screen Back screen displays the following information: Setup • IP Address (requires cabinet reboot) • IP Subnet Mask • IP Gateway • DHCP (default enabled) •...
  • Page 37 Quantum PX720 Unpacking and Installation Instructions • To change the password, use the up and down arrows to select Change Password and press 6-digit password using the numbers provided on the OCP. Press to accept the new password. When prompted, re-enter the Select password to confirm.
  • Page 38 Quantum PX720 Unpacking and Installation Instructions Document 6444602-04 A01 March 2005 Installing the Quantum PX720 Library...

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