Spectra Logic Spectra 12000 Install Manual
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- Page 1 Passive QIP Replacement Guide ™ Spectra 12000 ™ Spectra 64000 Part Number 90910895 Revision A...
- Page 2 Information furnished in this manual is believed to be accurate and reliable. However, no responsibility is assumed by Spectra Logic Corporation for its use. Due to continuing research and development, Spectra Logic Corporation may revise this publication from time to time without notice, and reserves the right to change any product specification at any time without notice.
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Page 3: Table Of Contents
Contents Introduction ..................... 4 Prepare the Library and the Host System ............6 Remove the Old Passive QIP................8 Install the New Passive QIP ................11 Finish......................15 Passive QIP Replacement Guide: Spectra 12000, Spectra 64000 3... -
Page 4: Introduction
Both the Spectra 12000 and Spectra 64000 utilize the Gator architecture for robotic tape libraries developed by Spectra Logic. Gator architecture in the Spectra 12000 can be configured with 60 to 120 cartridges and from two to eight tape drives. Gator architecture in the Spectra 64000 can be configured with up to 640 cartridges and 32 tape drives in a single rack. -
Page 5: What You Will Need
How long will this take? This procedure should take less than an hour. What you will need You will need a Passive QIP assembly from Spectra Logic or an authorized reseller. Passive QIP FRU Assembly Part Number 90919024 You will also need:... -
Page 6: Prepare The Library And The Host System
Prepare the Library and the Host System Shut down the library while keeping SCSI connection to the host system Warning: Electrical shock inside the library can cause injury or death. Disconnect the AC power before opening the library door. 1. Disable any backup software that may try to access the library. 2. - Page 7 Remove the QIPs Remove both QIPs Captive Screws QIPs Figure 2 Remove the QIPs. 1. Use the flat head screwdriver to loosen the two captive screws connecting each QIP assembly to the chassis (Figure 2). Figure 3 Remove the QIP Assemblies. 2.
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Page 8: Remove The Old Passive Qip
Remove the Old Passive QIP Open the door and remove the assembly 1. Use the library door key to unlock the upper lock on the front door of the Gator (Figure 3). Open the door. Figure 4 Unlock the door. Figure 5 Remove all drive sleds. - Page 9 Remove the Old Passive QIP 4. Disconnect the Voltage-sense cable (Figure 6). Note: You will only need to disconnect the Voltage sense cable if replacing the top passive QIP on a Spectra 12000, or the first, third or fifth passive QIP starting from the top of a Spectra 64000.
- Page 10 Remove the Old Passive QIP 6. Use the #2 Phillips screwdriver to remove the five screws holding the passive QIP to the chassis (Figure 8). Figure 8 Remove the passive QIP. 7. Remove the passive QIP. 10 Part Number 90910895...
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Page 11: Install The New Passive Qip
Install the New Passive QIP 1. Thread the CAN cable through the port in the new passive QIP, and thread the voltage sense cable around the right side so it comes out by the connector (Figure 9). 2. Use the #2 Phillips screwdriver to attach the new passive QIP to the chassis (Figure 10). - Page 12 Install the New Passive QIP 3. Attach the voltage sense cable (Figure 11). Warning: Failure to attach the voltage sense cable can result in serious injury to yourself and/or the library. Make sure the voltage sense cable is attached before powering up the unit. Figure 11 Attach the voltage sense cable.
- Page 13 Install the New Passive QIP 4. Attach the CAN cable (Figure 12). Figure 12 The Voltage sense and CAN cables. 5. Use the settings you recorded on page 8 to set the passive QIP dip switches. 6. Replace the drive sleds. 7.
- Page 14 Replace the QIPs Replace both QIPs QIPs Figure 13 Replace the QIPs. 1. Slide the QIP assemblies into place (Figure 14). Captive Screws QIPs Figure 14 Replace the QIP Assemblies. Figure 15 Tighten the captive screws. 2. Use the flat head screwdriver to tighten the two captive screws connecting each QIP assembly to the chassis (Figure 15).
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Page 15: Finish
You have now completed the Passive QIP installation. If you have difficulty If you need assistance with any part of this procedure, call Spectra Logic Technical Support at 800-227-4637 or 303-449-6444 extension 3175. Please inform the support representative that you are replacing the Passive QIP in your Spectra 12000 or Spectra 64000 library.