actiLib Autoloader 1U
– User and Service Guide
Page 88 of 97
To replace a tape drive:
1.
Before installing the new drive inspect the connectors on the tape drive. Ensure that the
connectors are intact, free of any foreign objects, and have no cracks or deformed or bent
contacts.
2.
Slowly insert the new tape drive into the drive bay, and align the connectors on the loader
while supporting the drive assembly (see Figure 47).
3.
Push the Product ID tag slide down slightly to prevent damage.
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Figure 475 Installing a tape drive
4.
Push the tape drive slowly into the drive bay until the drive seats itself against the back of
the loader.
INFORMATION
If you are adding an additional tape drive to your loader,
or if you are upgrading an existing drive, be sure to use
supported cabling configurations.
5.
Push the Product ID tag slide back underneath the drive sled. When inserted properly, only
the handle of the slide will be visible.
6.
Tighten the captive thumbscrews until the drive is secure.
7.
Connecting the power cable, SCSI cable and terminator.
8.
Power on the loader (or power on the drive refer to
“Changing the drive configuration” using
the power button on the front panel.
9.
Run the Loader Verify test.
9.4
Removing and replacing the base chassis
You will need a #3 Phillips screwdriver to remove and replace the base chassis assembly.
Before beginning, be sure the tape drive or does not contain a tape cartridge. To remove a
cartridge, see
”Moving tapes in the loader” on page 65.
To remove the components in the base chassis and the base chassis from the rack:
1.
Obtain adequate assistance to lift and stabilize the loader during removal and replacement.
2.
Remove the magazines from the loader.
3.
Turn off power to the loader and disconnect all cables.
4.
From the front of the loader loosen the two screws anchoring the mounting brackets on the
loader to the rack. These are captive screws and cannot be removed.
5.
Remove your loader from the rack.
6.
Remove the replacement loader enclosure from the packing materials.
