FC420 Fibre Channel Bridge Quick Reference Guide

This Quick Reference Guide explains how to install one FC420 Fibre Channel bridge in an ATL M1500 library, or up to three FC420 bridges in an ATL M2500 library.

If you are unfamiliar with any of the information or procedures in this document, the Quantum Help Desk is ready to assist you 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. To reach the Help Desk, call the number for your area listed in the Quantum ATL M-Series User’s Guide (PN 6423002).

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(PN 6423013).

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Step 1: Prepare for Installation

1Make sure your system meets the following requirements:

•Point-to-point/fabric or arbitrated public or private loop topology

•For fabric configurations, a Quantum-approved Fibre Channel switch

•Quantum-approved network management software package

•Windows® NT 4.0 SP6 or later, Windows 2000 SP2 or later, Solaris® 8 and 9, or other Quantum-approved operating system

Note: For a complete list of Quantum-approved networking hardware, software, and operating systems, contact the Quantum Help Desk or an authorized Quantum sales representative.

Note: The FC420 Fibre Channel bridge can only be used in LVD- configured libraries.

Make sure you have the tools recommended for this procedure:

•#1 PHILLIPS® screwdriver

•Flat blade screwdriver

2Verify the contents of the FC420 Bridge Upgrade Kit, referring to the Quantum FC420 Upgrade Kit Contents List (PN 6473023).

Caution: The small form-factor pluggable (SFP) connector on the FC420 bridge is removable; however, the SFP connector should only be removed by authorized repair personnel. Removal of the SFP connector may void the warranty.

3Take precautions to prevent electrostatic discharge (ESD). These precautions include:

•Wearing a properly grounded antistatic wrist strap

•Wearing other antistatic apparel (smock, footwear, etc.)

•Handling library components with care and keeping the FC420 bridge in its antistatic packaging until you are ready to install it

Caution: Failure to take adequate antistatic precautions may result in damage to the FC420 bridge or other library components.