IBM Ultrium Gen 6, Installation And User Manual

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Before unpacking and installing the drive into an enclosure or server, touch its
static-protective packaging to an unpainted metal surface on the enclosure or
server for at least two seconds. This reduces static electricity in the packaging
and your body.
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When possible, remove the drive from its static-protective packaging and install
it directly into an enclosure or server without setting it down. When this is not
possible, place the drive's packaging on a smooth, level surface and place the
drive on the packaging.
v Do not place the drive on the cover of the enclosure or server, or on any other
metal surface.
Inventory checklist
Make sure that the following items are included in the shipment.
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Power cord (You must order the applicable cord for your country or region
separately.)
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IBM LTO Ultrium Cleaning Cartridge
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Single-connector SAS wrap tool
v Optional Rack Mount Kit
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Documentation CD, that includes the IBM Half High LTO Ultrium Gen 6 Internal
SAS Tape Drive Installation and User's Guide (this document), the multilingual
Safety Information , Safety Information Labels , Environmental Notices and User's Guide ,
and the Warranty .
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SAS cables are not part of the ship group. They must be ordered separately.
Installing a tape drive
Use the information in this section to install a tape drive. The following list of
steps provides a brief overview of the installation process.
1. “Unpacking the drive”
2. “Acclimating the drive and media” on page 11
3. “Turning off the enclosure or server” on page 11
4. “Setting the feature switches” on page 11
5. “Mounting the drive in an enclosure or server” on page 12
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“Connecting and testing power to the drive” on page 12
7. “Connecting the cable” on page 13
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“Running drive diagnostics” on page 13
9. “Installing device drivers” on page 13
10. “Connecting the external interface cable (enclosure or server installations
only)” on page 14
11. “Configuring the drive to the server, switch, or hub” on page 14
Unpacking the drive
Use this information to unpack the drive.
Unpack the drive and store the packaging for future moves or shipping.
Attention: If you return the unit for service, ship it in its original or equivalent
packing material, or the warranty may be invalidated.
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IBM Half High LTO Ultrium Gen 6 Internal SAS Tape Drive: Installation and User's Guide