Quantum Audio quick start SuperLoader 3A Series Quick Start Guide, Choosing a Location

SuperLoader™ 3A Series Quick Start Guide

The Quantum® SuperLoader™ 3A Series autoloader is an automated storage and retrieval device with an integrated A-Series tape drive and up to two tape magazines holding up to eight cartridges each. It has a built-in FTP server and Web interface.

For more information, see the SuperLoader 3A Series User’s Guide

(PN 81-81643) and the A-Series FTP File Server User’s Guide (PN 81-81800) on the documentation CD provided with your autoloader.

This quick start guide uses the following conventions:

Note: Notes emphasize important information related to the main topic.

Caution: Cautions indicate potential hazards to equipment and are included to prevent damage to equipment.

Warning: Warnings indicate potential hazards to personal safety and are included to prevent injury.

This document explains how to unpack the SuperLoader 3A Series autoloader and install it in a standard 19-inch rack.

SuperLoader 3A Series

Contents	0
Choosing a Location	1
Preparing for the Installation	2
Providing Necessary Tools	2
Taking ESD Precautions	3
Preparing for Rack Mounting	3
Unpacking the Autoloader	4
Checking Accessories	5
Rack Mounting the Autoloader	6
Autoloader Panel Overviews	12
Connecting Ethernet
and Power Cables	13
After the Installation	14

Choosing a Location

The autoloader is designed to fit in a standard 19-inch rack using either the long or short brackets (depending on the depth of the rack). The autoloader uses standard rack mounting hardware.

Note: It is recommended that you review this entire document prior to beginning the installation.