Maxdata Quantum SuperLoader 3 manuale

SuperLoader 3

Quick Start Guide

TABLE OF CONTENTS

This quick start guide provides basic installation and configuration instructions. For

more information, see the

Quantum SuperLoader3 Autoloader User’s Guide

on the

documentation CD provided with your SuperLoader3 autoloader.

Installing the Autoloader 0

Installing the autoloader consists of the following steps, which are explained in

more detail later in this section:

1 Prepare to install your new Quantum SuperLoader 3 autoloader (see

Installation Preparation

4 Install the autoloader in a computer rack. For rack installion, see the rack

installation guide.

5 Shut down or turn off the server and all devices attached to the server (see

Connecting the SCSI and Power Cables).

6 Attach the SCSI cable to the autoloader and server's SCSI host adapter (see

Connecting the SCSI and Power Cables).

7 Attach the power cable to the autoloader and plug in the power cable to the

autoloader on to ensure it passes the Power-on Self Test (POST).

8 Set the SCSI ID for the autoloader.

Verifying the Connection).

Installation Preparation 0

Before you install your new Quantum SuperLoader 3 autoloader, unpack it

carefully and inspect it for any damage that might have occurred during shipping.

Quantum SuperLoader 3 Quick Start Guide

describes all the necessary

information to unpack and inspect your autoloader correctly.

Ensure that the work area is free from conditions that could cause electrostatic

discharge (ESD). Discharge static electricity from your body by touching a known

grounded surface, such as your computer's metal chassis.

turning the power back on. The power supply requires at least two to three

seconds for the capacitors to discharge. This ensures a complete system

reset on power down and may avoid system errors.