Quantum DLTtape DLT 4000, Product Manual

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Hardware Implementation
Quantum DLT 4000 Tape Drive 2-3
2.1.3 Electrostatic Discharge (ESD) Protection
Various electrical components on/within the tape drives are sensitive to static
electricity and Electrostatic Discharge (ESD). Even a static buildup or discharge
that is too slight to feel can be sufficient to destroy or degrade a component's
operation.
To minimize the possibility of ESD-related damage to the drive, we strongly
recommend using both a properly installed workstation anti-static mat and a
properly installed ESD wrist strap. When correctly installed, these devices reduce
the buildup of static electricity that might harm the drive.
Observe the following precautions to avoid ESD-related problems:
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Use a properly installed anti-static pad on your work surface.
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Always use a properly fitted and grounded wrist strap or other suitable ESD
protection when handling the drive and observe proper ESD grounding
techniques.
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Hold the drive only by its sides. Do not touch any components on the
PCBA.
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Leave the drive in its anti-static bag until you are ready to install it in the
system.
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Place the drive on a properly grounded anti-static work surface pad when it
is out of its protective anti-static bag.
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Do not use the bag as a substitute for the work surface anti-static pad. The
outside of the bag may not have the same anti-static properties as the
inside. It could actually increase the possibility of ESD problems.
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Do not use any test equipment to check components on the PCBA. There are
no user-serviceable components on the drive.
2.2 DRIVE SETUP
Drive setup for DLT 4000 tape drive includes the following:
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Set the SCSI ID for the drive (default = SCSI ID 5)
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Configure the drive to provide TERMPWR
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Set parity checking for the drive (default = parity checking enabled)
If you want to change any of the settings, go to the applicable subsection;
otherwise, proceed directly to section 2.3.