ARCvaultTM 48

Quick Start Guide

This document describes how to unpack and install an ARCvault 48 library into a standard RETMA 19" rack. The library has a 4U form factor.

Each unit comes with a Rack Kit and an Accessory Kit containing these items:

Read Me First document

Power cord

Bar code labels

Magazine Release Tool

Documentation CD with a PDF of the user guide

This ARCvault 48 Quick Start Guide

For SCSI drive models, the Accessory Kit also includes:

LVD SCSI cable, 2m (6.5 ft.)

SCSI terminator

Before unpacking the unit, ensure that the area is free from conditions that cause electrostatic discharge (ESD).

First Things First—Activate Your Warranty!

Before installing your new unit, it is essential that you activate your ARCvault warranty. Technical and warranty support are not available until this is done.

All that is required is for you to register your unit at the Overland Technical Support website.

1.Go to the Overland Technical Support website at: http://support.overlandstorage.com/

2.Using the MEMBER LOGIN E-mail and Password fields, log in to the site.

NOTE: If you are not yet a member, click the SIGN UP NOW button and follow the instructions to become a member. It’s free!

3.Under MY PRODUCTS, click Add or Register a New Product and follow the on-screen instructions.

Unpacking the ARCvault Unit

WARNING: Due to the weight of the unit, it is recommended that at least two people be used to lift the unit out of the box to prevent injury.

1.Open the top of the box (Figure 1) and remove both the Rack Kit box and Accessory Kit bag.

2.Remove the top caps.

3.Lift the ARCvault out and set it on a secure surface.

4.Remove the ESD bag from the library.

5.Using the enclosed Important Unpacking Instructions, remove the screws and well nuts underneath and the shuttle bracket inside.

CAUTION: The screws and bracket hold the robotics in place for shipment and MUST be removed before operating.

6.Place all packaging components in the box.

7.Save the box in case you ever need to ship the unit.

Rack Kit

Top Caps

AccessoryKit

RA -C 10 62

CartonFigure 1. Unpacking an ARCvault 48

Part Number 10400007-101 04/2007

©2007 Overland Storage, Inc.

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