IBM System Storage TS2240, Setup, Operator, And Service Manual

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4. If the cartridge unloads, inform the operator that the cartridge is unloaded. If the
cartridge does not unload, repeat steps 2 and 3 once before continuing with this
procedure.
Recommended Tools
v
#1 Phillips screwdriver
v ESD Kit
v
Flashlight (optional)
v #1 Flathead screwdriver (optional)
Beginning Procedure
1. Refer to the enclosure documentation for instructions on removing the drive.
2. Place the drive on a non-slip, sturdy work surface.
3. Ground yourself to the drive by using the ESD Kit.
4. Remove the cover of the drive by performing the following steps:
a. To remove the drive bezel, pull the right side of the bezel from the front of
the drive, then pull the left side of the bezel out of the frame of the drive.
b. Remove the cover of the internal drive by performing the following steps:
1) Remove the four cover-mounting screws (
1
in Figure E-5). Two screws
are located on each side of the drive.
2) Remove the cover by lifting it up.
5. Inspect the drive to decide which of the following conditions most closely
matches the symptom on the drive:
v Tape spooled off the supply reel - All the tape appears to be on the takeup
reel and no tape is on the supply reel (inside the cartridge). Test the drive
after the procedure is completed.
v
Tape pulled from leader pin (or broken at the front end) - All the tape
appears to be on the supply reel (inside the cartridge) and very little or no
tape appears to be on the takeup reel. The leader block is positioned in the
takeup reel. Return the drive after the procedure is completed.
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Figure E-5. Removing the bezel and the cover from the internal drive
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TS2240 Tape Drive Setup, Operator and Service Manual