Step 2: Install the Rackmount Kit (Optional for 5U and 14U)

All Scalar i500 libraries taller than 14U must be installed in a rack.The rack secures the bottom module, and all other modules are then secured to the bottom module. Installing the modules into the rack requires at least two people. For instructions, see “Installing the Rackmount Kit” in the Scalar i500 User’s Guide.

Step 3: Install the Module(s)

There are two possible library configurations:

Installing the Control Module as a Standalone Unit

Installing a Multi-Module Library Configuration

Installing the Control Module as a Standalone Unit

1Open the library’s I/E station door and access door.

2Lift the control module and place it in the desired location.

3If you are placing the control module in a rack, use the rack ears to fasten the control module to the rack. For instructions, see “Installing the Rackmount Kit” in the Scalar i500 User’s Guide.

4Continue installation with Step 4: Install the Module Components on page 13.

Installing a Multi-Module Library Configuration

Follow these instructions if you are installing a new multi-module library, or if you are adding expansion modules to an existing library.

Required tools:

Phillips #2 screwdriver, for removing and replacing the top cover plate

T10 TORX screwdriver, for removing and replacing the bottom cover plate

There are no restrictions on where the control module can be installed in the library configuration. However, the recommended placement of the control module for library configurations up to 32U is on top of all installed 9U expansion modules. The recommended placement of the control module for 41U library configurations is on top of three 9U expansion modules and below the top expansion module.

 

 

 

 

Cover Plate

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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CONTROL MODULE

 

 

 

 

 

 

Cover Plate

CONTROL MODULE

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Cover Plate

CONTROL MODULE

Expansion Module

Expansion Module

Expansion Module

 

 

 

 

 

CONTROL MODULE

Expansion Module

Expansion Module

Expansion Module

Expansion Module

 

 

 

 

 

Cover Plate

Cover Plate

Cover Plate

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Cover Plate

 

 

 

 

 

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