The 5 Gbyte 4mm Backup Tape Drive Server Installation Manual gives the procedures you will need to perform in order to successfully install a 5 Gbyte 4mm Backup Tape Drive in your system.
This manual does not include specific software commands or procedures. Instead, software tasks are named and you can refer to the operating system documentation that was shipped with your system when you need help with commands or procedures such as:
Depending on the operating system you are using, you can find descriptions of commands and procedures in the following documents:
Table P-1 describes the type changes and symbols used in this book.
Table P-1 Typographic Conventions
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Typeface or Meaning Example Symbol --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
AaBbCc123 The names of commands, Edit your .login file. files, and directories; on- screen computer output Use ls -a to list all files. system% You have mail. AaBbCc123 What you type, contrasted system% su with on-screen computer output password: AaBbCc123 Command-line To delete a file, type rm placeholder: replace with a filename. real name or value AaBbCc123 Book titles, new words or Read Chapter 6 in User's Guide. terms, or words to be These are called class options. emphasized You must be root to do this. Code samples are included in boxes and may display the following: % UNIX C shell prompt system% $ UNIX Bourne shell prompt system$ # Superuser prompt, either system# shell --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Refer to the following documentation for supporting information.
Table P-2 Related Documentation
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Name Part Number ----------------------------------------------------------
SPARCserver 1000 Storage Device User's Guide 801-2198-xx 5 Gbyte 4mm Backup Tape Drive User's Guide 801-4624-xx SPARCserver 1000 System Service Manual 801-2895-xx ----------------------------------------------------------
The following symbols mean:
Risk of personal injury or equipment damage. Follow the instructions to reduce the risk of personal injury or equipment damage.
Hazardous voltages are present. Follow the instructions to reduce the risk of electric shock and danger to personal health.
Caution -
Improper handling by unqualified personnel can cause serious damage to this equipment. Unqualified personnel who tamper with this equipment may be held liable for any resultant damage to the equipment.Individuals who remove any outer panels or open covers to access this equipment must observe all safety precautions and ensure compliance with skill level requirements, certification, and all applicable local and national laws.
Procedures contained in this document must be performed by qualified service-trained maintenance providers.
Note - Before you begin, carefully read each of the procedures in this manual. If you have not performed similar operations on comparable equipment, do not attempt to perform these procedures.
For your protection, observe the following safety precautions when setting up your equipment: