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SuperLoader Drive Carrier Assembly (DCA) Replacement 

Quick Start Guide

Step 3:

 Remove the Current DCA

Note:

 Before you remove the DCA,

 make sure the 

tape drive does not contain a tape cartridge.

 For 

instructions about unloading a cartridge from the tape 
drive, refer to the User’s Guide.

a.

  Turn off the SuperLoader using the front panel button.

b.

  Disconnect all cables from the back of the DCA.

c.

  Remove the four screws that secure the DCA to the chassis at 

the rear of the SuperLoader.

Caution:

 While removing or handling the SuperLoader 

DLT DCA, do not touch the exposed printed circuit 
board assembly on the underside of the unit.

d.

  With one hand, grasp the DCA handle and slide the DCA out 

while supporting it from underneath with your other hand.

e.  Set the DCA 

Screws

DCA bay

DCA

Handle

e.

  Set aside the DCA you just removed.

Note:

 The DCA must be returned to Quantum in the 

replacement DCA packaging within 7 business days. 
For further information, refer to the return material 
authorization (RMA) instructions shipped with the 
replacement DCA.

Step 4:

 Install the Replacement DCA

Caution:

 While removing or handling the SuperLoader 

DLT DCA, take appropriate ESD precautions to prevent 
accidentally touching or damaging the exposed 
printed circuit board assembly on the underside of 
the unit.

a.

  Remove the replacement DCA from its antistatic packaging.

b.

  Grasp the DCA by the handle with one hand and support the 

underside of the DCA with the other hand.

c.

  Slide the DCA into the DCA bay. Make sure you position the 

DCA correctly; it should slide smoothly into the bay.

d.

  Install the four screws (included with the replacement DCA) 

to secure the DCA to the SuperLoader chassis. Tighten the 
screws firmly.

e.

  Make sure that the AC power switch on the back of the DCA 

is off. Then, connect the power and SCSI cables.

f.

  Turn on the SuperLoader by pressing the AC power switch at 

the back of the unit. Verify that the SuperLoader is operating 
properly.

Note:

 On all SuperLoaders, SCSI terminators must be 

used for proper operation of the drive.

81-81264-01 A01 Rev. August 2004

6207947-07cN 01

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