Prepare mounting bay – HP StoreEver DAT Tape Drives User Manual

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For many operating systems you can install and run HP Library & Tape Tools from the

HP StorageWorks Tape CD-ROM to check your server’s current SCSI configuration (see

HP Library & Tape Tools

” on page 55). This will provide information about the SCSI bus and

the SCSI IDs in use.
The UNIX Configuration Guide on the HP StorageWorks Tape CD-ROM also contains instructions on

how to determine the SCSI IDs of existing devices on UNIX servers.

2.

Change the tape drive’s SCSI ID, if necessary.
The SCSI ID is set using jumpers on a set of pins at the rear of the drive, as shown in figure 3. Use

tweezers or small pliers to move the jumpers to the pattern corresponding to the ID you want. Do not

remove the TP jumper. It should always be set.

NOTE:

Spare jumpers will be attached to the drive. The drive is supplied with compression

enabled. It can be disabled by removing the compression jumper, but this is not generally

recommended. For further details, refer to the

UNIX Configuration Guide

on the HP

StorageWorks Tape CD-ROM.

Prepare mounting bay

CAUTION:

To avoid personal injury or damage to the server or tape drive, ensure that the server is disconnected

from the mains power supply while you install the drive.

1.

Assemble the necessary tools and materials:
• Phillips screwdriver
• Flat-bladed screwdriver (if your server uses slotted screws)
• Torx screwdriver (if your server uses torx screws)
• Your server manuals (for reference during installation)

2.

Perform a normal system shutdown and turn off the server and any connected peripherals.

3.

Remove the cover and front panel from the server, as detailed in your server’s documentation.
As you work inside the server, you may have to disconnect other signal cables or power cables from

other devices to maneuver the new drive into place. If you have to do this, make a note of their

position and connections so you can put them back correctly later.

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Installing an internal DAT tape drive

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