Chapter 5 Servicing
5.3 Removing and Replacing a Tape Drive
Figure 5.2 Tape drive removal
To replace a tape drive:
Procedure
1
Before installing the new drive inspect the connectors on the tape drive. Ensure that the
connectors are intact, free of any foreign objects, and have no cracks or deformed or bent
contacts.
2
Slowly insert the new tape drive into the drive bay, and align the connectors on the library
while supporting the drive assembly (see
3
Push the Product ID tag slide down slightly to prevent damage.
Figure 5.3 Installing a tape drive
4
Push the tape drive slowly into the drive bay until the drive seats itself against the back of
the library.
5
Push the Product ID tag slide back underneath the drive sled. When inserted properly, only
the handle of the slide will be visible.
6
Tighten the captive thumbscrews until the drive is secure.
7
Connecting the power cable and terminator.
8
Power on the library using the power button on the front panel. Run the library Verify test.
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