ADIC FastStor 2 User Manual
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FastStor
Installing or Removing a Barcode Reader
A barcode reader enables your FastStor 2 autoloader to read tape cartridge information contained in
barcode labels attached to data cartridges. The barcode becomes part of the information stored in the
application software.
Contents
Page Topic
1 What’s in the Box?
1 Tools Required
2 Installing a Barcode Reader
5 Removing a Barcode Reader
6 Contacting ADIC
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What’s in the Box?
The following items are included in your barcode reader kit.
Description Quantity
Barcode reader 1
Barcode label sheet 1
Tools Required
The following tools are required to work with the barcode reader kit.
Description Quantity
A small flat blade screwdriver 1
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Installing a Barcode Reader
Use the following instructions to install the barcode reader to the rear of the autoloader unit. Use Figure 1
as a reference.
Figure 1 Installing a Barcode Reader
1 Turn off your autoloader and remove the SCSI cable(s) from the rear panel, and then disconnect the
power cord from the outlet.
2 The cover plate is on the rear panel of the autoloader. Using a flat blade screwdriver, remove the cover
plate and store it in a secure locations for future use.
Save the screws for Step 4. Store the cover plate in a secure location.
3 Align the barcode reader to the outlet and then attach the barcode reader cable to the barcode outlet.
Be careful not to force the barcode reader into the outlet. If you try to install the barcode reader upside
down, the cable connections will not match.
4 Using a flat blade screwdriver, attach the barcode reader to the rear panel of the autoloader using the
screws from the cover plate.
5 Reconnect the SCSI cable(s) and the power cord to your autoloader.
Applying Barcode Labels to Cartridges
Before your barcode reader can operate, you must attach barcode labels to your data cartridges. If you
insert cartridges that already have barcode labels, you must cycle the power on your autoloader. See the
FastStor 2 User’s Guide for information on loading media into your autoloader.
2 FastStor 2 Installing or Removing a Barcode Reader
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