ADIC Scalar AIT 440, Installation And Operating Manual

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Installation and Operation xvii
Drive carrier
When you purchase the library, each tape drive in the library is fitted
inside a drive carrier. The drive carrier allows you to slide the drive in
and out of the library if the tape drive needs repair or if you are adding
new tape drives.
Note: You must purchase the tape drive pre-installed in the drive
carrier.
Drive blank (not shown)
Drive blanks are “empty” drive carriers with solid faceplates. If you plan
to operate the library with fewer than four tape drives, you must install
drive blanks in the empty drive positions. The drive blanks ensure correct
airflow through the library for cooling, compliance with EMI
regulations, and in some configurations, correct SCSI connection.
AIT drive carrier