Quantum DLT VS80 manual Installing Your Tabletop Tape Drive, Before You Begin

Chapter 3: DLT VS80 Installation

3.1.2Before You Begin

Installing your DLT VS80 tabletop tape drive requires no special tools. You will need a ballpoint pen to change the SCSI ID switch on the rear panel of the tape drive.

If you are installing a DLT VS80 internal tape drive, refer to “Installing Your Internal Tape Drive” on page 3-10for instructions. Installing your DLT VS80 internal tape drive requires the tools needed to install an internal tape drive in the computer you have chosen to house the tape drive (for example, a screwdriver and some ESD protection).

3.2Installing Your Tabletop Tape Drive

This section contains step-by-step instructions for installing your DLT VS80 tabletop tape drive. Be sure to read through this entire section before beginning the installation.

3.2.1Unpacking Your Tabletop Tape Drive and Selecting a Location

Before you begin, clear a desk or table so that you can unpack your tabletop tape drive. You also need to select a location near the server or workstation that is to host your tape drive.

NOTE: If the room in which you are working differs from the temperature at which the tabletop tape drive was shipped or stored by 30 ºF (15 ºC) or more, let the tape drive acclimate to the surrounding environment for at least 12 hours before opening the shipping carton.

Unpacking Your Tabletop Tape Drive

The first step is to unpack and inspect your tabletop tape drive for shipping damage, following these steps:

1.Inspect the shipping box for damage. If you notice any damage, report it to the shipping company immediately.

2.Open the shipping box and remove the accessories package. Open the accessories package so that the accessories are handy during installation.

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