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Chapter 2 2-27
Library Installation
Preparing the Host for Installation
Library Installation
Library Installation
Preparing the Host for Installation
Install the SCSI host bus adapter card(s) and compatible driver(s). Refer
to the host computer and the interface card user manuals for information
on installing interface cards. Ensure that you have a host bus adapter
card that is compatible with the library.
1. Properly power off all peripheral devices connected to the host
computer.
NOTE If the host computer is connected to a network, check with the system
administrator before turning off power.
2. Power off the host.
• Use proper procedures to prevent electrostatic discharge (ESD).
U se w r i s t - g rou n d i ng s t r ap s a n d a n t i - s t at i c m a t s w h e n r em o v i n g
internal components.
• Make sure that the host computer has the appropriate number of
card expansion slots available.
• Ensure the host bus adapter card is support by your backup
software application.
• Refer to the “Cable Specifications” on page 1-20 for more
information on SCSI cable length requirements.
• Check for available SCSI IDs if you are installing the library onto
the same SCSI bus as other devices. You might need to change the
SCSI ID from the library front panel if you think there will be an
ID conflict with another device.
3. When the host is powered on, install the software and/or driver(s) into
the host that are compatible with the library.