1 Before You Start



1.1 What Is in This Manual

This manual gives the procedures for installing and replacing the 5.0 Gbyte
8 mm tape drive in the following systems:

The installation or replacement of the tape drive consists of the procedures shown in Figure 1-1. These procedures are explained in greater detail in each system-specific chapter.

    Figure 1-1 Installation Procedures for the 5.0 Gbyte 8 mm Tape Drive

1.2 What Tools You Will Need

You will need the following tools to install or replace a 5.0 Gbyte tape drive in your system:

1.3 Verifying the Temperature of the Drive

Exposure to a sudden temperature or humidity change could cause condensation within the drive which could damage it. At the installation site, allow the drive to remain in its packing container until its temperature matches that of the surrounding air. Use Table 1-1 as a guide for allowable times before unpacking the drive based on the temperature of the drive upon receipt.

    Table 1-1 Acclimation Times for a Drive 

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Temperature Differential from Internal                 Acclimation Time
and External Temperatures                                                
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Degrees (F)                               Degrees (C)  Hours
                                                       
+/-15                                     +/-8.3       1
                                                       
+/-20                                     +/-11.1      2
                                                       
+/-30                                     +/-16.6      4
                                                       
+/-40                                     +/-22.2      6
                                                       
+/-50                                     +/-27.7      7
                                                       
+/-60                                     +/-33.3      8

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Caution -

A tape drive is an electromechanical device that may be damaged by excessive physical shock. Store or transport the drives in the right-side up position only. Do not shake, bump, or drop the drives when moving them. Such physical shock or incorrect positioning can damage the drives.

1.4 Where to Find Your Installation Instructions

Refer to the appropriate chapter in this manual to install or replace the
5.0 Gbyte tape drive in your system: