StorageTek 9840 - Manual (Page 63)

95741 Sixth Edition 3-13
9738 Library Attachment
Install Host Interface Cables
The 9840 supports FC and SCSI interfaces. Refer to:
• “9738 Fibre Channel Cable(s)”
• “9738 Library SCSI Cable(s)” on page 3-16
9738 Fibre Channel Cable(s)
Use the instructions below to attach Fibre Channel drives to the 9738 Library:
CAUTION:
Cable damage. Fiber-optic cables are easily damaged. Follow the
guidelines in
“Fiber Optic Safety” on page 2-5 to prevent damage to the
cables.
6. Connect the plug of the TTI cable to the drive (see figure).
a. P983 goes to drive 0.
b. P982 goes to Drive 1.
c. P981 goes to Drive 2.
7. Repeat Step 6 for remaining drives.
1. TTI cable
1. Mark each FC cable with the drive position number, device address, and port.
2. Route the cable(s) from the host, hub or switch to the 9738 library.
Note: Do not connect either end of the cables at this time.
3. Remove the rubber port plug from the selected drive port.
4. Remove the cable connector covers and clean the cable ends with wipes.
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