Figure 5 Decision tree for connecting an internal tape drive to an internal SAS port
Mounting requirements
You need one industry-standard, 5¼-inch, half-height bay in which to install the LTO Ultrium tape
drive.
For many servers, no mounting tray or rails are required. Devices simply slide into the server
chassis and are fixed with screws. Other servers have built-in trays or rails. Rail kits for a number
of industry-standard servers may be available.
Some servers use nonstandard mounting rails and do not include spares. If this is the case with
your system, you will have to order these accessories from the server manufacturer before you
can install the tape drive.
Remove server cover
WARNING!
To avoid personal injury or damage to the server or tape drive, ensure that the
server is disconnected from the mains power supply while you install the drive.
CAUTION:
Static electricity can damage electronic components. Always wear an anti-static
wriststrap if one is available. If not, after you have disconnected power from the server and
removed the cover, touch a bare metal part of the chassis. Similarly, touch a bare metal part of
the drive before installing it.
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Installing an internal LTO Ultrium tape drive
