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Chapter 2. 8mm Tape Library Installation
This chapter provides step-by-step instructions on how to properly install the 7331
and 3449 Tape Library Model 3xx. You should complete the following steps when
installing the 8mm Tape Library.
Step 1. Checking the Electrical Outlets
DANGER
An electrical outlet that is not correctly wired could place hazardous
voltage on metal parts of the system or the products that attach to the
system. It is the customer's responsibility to ensure that the outlet is
correctly wired and grounded to prevent an electrical shock.
(RSFTD201)
Make sure the electrical outlets you use are properly grounded and meet the
following library power specifications.
Figure 3. Tape Library Power Specifications
Kv A: 0.34
Vac 100 to 127, or 200 to 240
Hertz 50 to 60
Watts 340
Step 2. Before You Begin
You will need to refer to the appropriate system manuals to locate information
required to install the Tape Library.
Get any system unit manuals that pertain to connecting peripheral equipment to
the system unit.
You may find the needed information under the following topics:
– Installing an external SCSI device
– External SCSI devices
DO NOT CONTINUE until you have located the manuals that describe how to:
Locate the SCSI controller where the 8mm Tape Library will be connected.
Determine the proper way to do a controlled shutdown and system start-up of
the system unit.
Tools required for installation:
#2 Phillips screwdriver
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