Rack-mountable Tray
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Install Host Interface Cables
The 9840 Tape Drive supports Fibre Channel and SCSI interfaces. This section
contains:
•“Fibre Channel Cables (Rack-mount Tray)”
•“SCSI Cables (Rack-mount Tray)” on page 3-49
Fibre Channel Cables (Rack-mount Tray)
Use the instructions below to install Fibre Channel cables for a drive or CSL:
CAUTION:
Cable damage. Fiber optic cables are easily damaged. Follow the
guidelines in Chapter 2, “Safety and Handling” to prevent damage to the
cables.
1. Mark each Fibre Channel cable with the device address and port.
2. Route the cable(s) from near the host, hub, or switch to the rack.
Note: Do not attach either end of the cable(s) at this time.
3. Route the Fibre Channel cable(s) for the first drive tray through the floor tile cutout then
through the cable cutout in the floor of the rack, and up to the rear of the CSL or drive
tray.
4. Leave enough slack in the cable(s) to bend and connect to the drive port(s).
5. Remove the rubber port plug from the selected drive port and clean the port.
Note: If you are unfamiliar with the cleaning procedure, see “Clean Fibre Channel
Components” on page 8-4.
6. Remove the cable connector covers and clean the cable ends with wipes.
Note: If you are unfamiliar with the cleaning procedure, see “Clean Fibre Channel
Components” on page 8-4.