Choosing A Location - HP C7745NB - SureStore DLT Tape Autoloader 1/9 Service Manual

Choosing a Location

Choose a location that meets the following criteria.
Table 3
Location Criteria
Weight
Room
temperature
Power
source
Air quality
Humidity
Clearance
Chapter 1
23 kg (50 lbs)
10-35º C (50-95º F)
AC power voltage: 100-127 V or 200-240 V
Line frequency: 50-60 Hz
Note Locate the AC outlet near the autoloader. The AC
power cord is this product's main AC disconnect
device and must be easily accessible at all times.
Minimal sources of particulate contamination. Avoid areas near
frequently used doors and walkways, stacks of supplies that collect
dust, and smoke-filled rooms.
Caution Excessive dust and debris can damage tapes and
tape drives.
20-80% RH
Standalone configuration — includes the cosmetic enclosure and
feet (see Installing a Standalone Autoloader in a Rack
page 20):
Back 56 cm (22 inches) for cooling and service.
Front 86 cm (34 inches) for operator access.
Rackmounted configuration (see
on page 22)
Above Requires 6 EIA (26.67 cm or 10.5 inches) of
clearance in a rack.
Back Allow adequate room for service access, at least 61
cm (24 inches).
Front Requires 86 cm (34 inches) for tape access.
on
Rackmounting the Autoloader
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