Plasmon LD 8100 User Manual

THE PLASMON 8000 SERIES

OPTICAL DISK DRIVE

LD 8100

USER MANUAL

P/N 9662915 B

Reproduction of this manual, or any portion of this manual, is prohibited without the express permission of
Plasmon Laser Magnetic Storage (LMS). Plasmon LMS reserves the right to make changes in this
document and the product referred to herein without prior notice.

© 2000 Plasmon Laser Magnetic Storage

WARNING

Always observe the following when installing, operating or maintaining
this product:

• This unit must be connected to a power distribution system that has a

direct connection to earth ground (Terminated Terra [TT] network/
ground connected). This unit is not suitable for use on a floating
ground (Interrupted Terra [IT]) network.

• The AC input power cord must be shielded and must have a minimum

current rating of 10 A with a nominal cross-section area of 0.75 sq mm
(reference: AWG #18) per conductor, 2 wires plus ground and product
safety approvals as required for use in the country in which the unit is
installed.

• When the unit is mounted in an equipment rack or cabinet, be certain

that the internal temperature within the rack or cabinet does not
exceed the limits defined in the Product Specification or this
document.

• To ensure the integrity of safety features of this unit, maintenance must

be performed only by qualified service personnel using designated
Plasmon LMS parts.

• In case of fire or other emergency, isolate the units from the main

power by disconnecting the power plugs from their site power
receptacles. In situations where disconnecting the plugs is not
possible or practical, use the system main power disconnect to isolate
the units from the main power.

• To prevent fire or shock hazard, do not expose this unit to rain or

moisture. Refer servicing to qualified technicians.

(German Translation)

Bei der Installation, Bedienung und Wartung dieses Produkts, bitte
immer die folgenden Vorsichtsmaßnahmen treffen:

• Dieses Gerät muß an ein Stromversorgungssystem angeschlossen

werden, das direkt mit einem Erdungsanschluß verbunden ist
(Terminated- Terra-Netz [TT]/mit Erdanschluß). Dieses Gerät kann
nicht an ein ungeerdetes Netz (Interrupted Terra [IT]) angeschlossen
werden.

• Die Verbindungsschnur des Wechselstromeingangs muß entstört sein

und ihr Minimalstrom unter folgenden Bedingungen bei 10 A liegen:
Der Nennquerschnitt beträgt 0,75 mm je Leiter (Referenz: American
Wire Gauge Nr. 18), es bestehen 2 Drähte plus ein Erdanschluß und
das Produkt entspricht den im Land, in dem es aufgestellt wird,
geltenden Sicherheitsvorschriften.

• Wird das Gerät in ein Gerätegestell oder einen Geräteschrank

eingebaut, ist darauf zu achten, daß die interne Temperatur im Gestell
oder Schrank nicht über die in den Produktspezifikationen oder
diesem Dokument angegebenen Grenzwerte hinausgeht.

WARNUNG

• Um ein ordnungsgemäßes Funktionieren der Sicherheitsmerkmale

dieses Gerätes zu gewährleisten, dürfen Wartungsarbeiten nur von
qualifiziertem Fachpersonal ausgeführt werden. Es sind darüber
hinaus nur Ersatzteile zu verwenden, die von der Firma Plasmon LMS
angegeben werden.

• Im Falle eines Feuers oder in einem anderen Notfall sind die Geräte

vom Hauptnetz zu trennen, indem die Netzstecker aus den
Steckdosen am Einbauort gezogen werden. Ist ein Herausziehen der
Stecker nicht möglich oder zu umständlich, trennen Sie die Geräte mit
Hilfe des System- Hauptnetzabschalters vom Hauptnetz.

• Um Feuer- oder Stromschlaggefahr zu vermeiden, ist dieses Gerät

niemals Regen oder Feuchtigkeit auszusetzen. Wartungsarbeiten
sind qualifiziertem technischen Personal zu überlassen.

RADIO/TV INTERFERENCE (USA)

The information in this section applies only to units in use within the United States:
This equipment generates and uses radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used properly, that is,

in strict accordance with the manufacturer's instruction, may cause interference to radio and television
reception. It has been type tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class A computing device in
accordance with the specifications of Part 15 of FCC Rules, which are designed to provide reasonable
protection against such interference in a residential installation. However, there is no guarantee that
interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause interference to radio or
television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged
to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures:

• reorient the receiving antenna

• relocate the equipment away from the receiver

• plug the equipment into a different outlet so that equipment and receiver are on different branch

circuits.

If necessary, the user should consult the dealer or an experienced radio/television technician for additional
suggestions. A pamphlet by the FCC ‘How to Identify and Resolve Radio-TV Interference Problems' is
available from the US Government Printing Office, Washington, D.C., 20402, Stock No. 044-000-00345-4.

CDRH COMPLIANCE

LD 8100 contains a Class 1 Laser Product. This product complies with 21CFR Chapter 1, Subchapter J,
applicable at date of manufacture.

CANADIAN EMI COMPLIANCE

Canadian Department of Communications standards require that the following statement appear in
operating manuals for any digital apparatus imported into Canada:

This digital apparatus does not exceed the Class A limits for radio noise for digital apparatus set out in the
Radio Interference Regulations of the Canadian Department of Communications.

FRENCH TRANSLATION

Cet équipement digital ne dépasse pas les limites de la Classe A pour les interférences radioélectriques
des systémes digitaux fixées par les Réglements concernant les Interférences Radioélectriques établis par
le Ministére des Communications du Canada.

All Plasmon LMS products comply with the requirements of this standard.

Agency Compliance and Approval

For details on Agency Compliance and Approval refer to the LD 8100/LF 8120/LF 8600LF 8602 Product
Specification Manual (P/N 97663035).

TABLE OF CONTENTS

SCOPE 9

RELATED PUBLICATIONS 9
NOTICES 9

GENERAL DESCRIPTION 11
DRIVE CHARACTERISTICS 13

RACK MOUNT AND DESKTOP CONFIGURATIONS 13
TOWER CONFIGURATION 15
FILENET LIBRARY CONFIGURATION 17
PLASMON 1800 LIBRARY CONFIGURATION 19
DIMENSIONS AND WEIGHTS 21
TEMPERATURE, HUMIDITY AND ALTITUDE 22

MEDIA ENVIRONMENTAL CHARACTERISTICS 23
SHOCK AND VIBRATION 23
AC POWER REQUIREMENTS 24
AC GROUND 24

AC POWER CORD 24

POWER SUPPLY OUT-OF-RANGE PROTECTION FEATURES 24
HEAT DISSIPATION 24
TILT RANGE 24
PARTICULATE LIMITS 25
WARNING LABELS 25

UNPACKING AND REPACKING INSTRUCTIONS 27

UNPACKING THE LD 8100 27

DESKTOP, RACK MOUNT AND LIBRARY CONFIGURATIONS 27

TOWER CONFIGURATION 29
INSPECTING THE LD 8100 31
REPACKING THE LD 8100 31

DESKTOP, RACK MOUNT AND LIBRARY CONFIGURATIONS 32

TOWER CONFIGURATION 34

INSTALLATION AND DE-INSTALLATION 35

INSTALLATION REQUIREMENTS 35
QUICK RELEASE RACK MOUNT KIT INSTALLATION 36
QUICK RELEASE RACK MOUNT DE-INSTALLATION 47
SCSI BUS CONSIDERATIONS 48
CONNECTING POWER AND SCSI CABLES 50

CONNECTING THE POWER CORD 50

CONNECTING MULTIPLE DEVICES 50

CONNECTING A SINGLE DEVICE 51

CONNECTOR VERIFICATION 52

OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS 53

CONTROLS AND INDICATORS 53
POWER-ON PROCEDURE 54
MODES OF OPERATION 55

OPERATING MODE 55

CONFIGURATION MODE 58

VIEWING THE CONFIGURATION ("VIEW CONFIG") 61
SETTING THE CONFIGURATION ("SET CONFIG") 63
SET DEFAULTS 66
SETTING THE SCSI ID 66
SETTING THE BUS PARITY CHECKING 67
SETTING THE LANGUAGE 67
SETTING THE WRITE PROTECT OPTION 68
SETTING THE MEDIA AUTOSPIN OPTION 68
SETTING THE LOAD SWITCH OPTION 69
SETTING THE READ AHEAD OPTION 69
SETTING THE CDE CURS OPTION 70
SETTING THE BUSY OPTION 70
SETTING THE MODSEL RA OPTION 71
SETTING THE MM SPINUP OPTION 71
SELECT TARGET NEGOTIATION 72

VIEWING DIAGNOSTIC RESULTS OR PERFORMING

DIAGNOSTICOPERATIONS ("DIAGNOSTICS") 73

SET THE INTERNAL DRIVE SERIAL NUMBER ("SET SERIAL #") 78

TEST MODE 80

MEDIA CARTRIDGE HANDLING 81

SETTING THE WRITE PROTECTION SWITCH 83
AFFIXING LABELS TO THE MEDIA CARTRIDGE 84
MANUAL RELEASE MECHANISM 85

OPERATOR MAINTENANCE 87

INSPECTING AND CLEANING FAN AND BLOWER FILTERS 87
REPLACING FUSES 88
MEDIA CLEANING 90

MEDIA CLEANING USING CLEANING KIT P/N 97662550 90

APPENDIX A 91

GERMAN TRANSLATIONS/ÜBERSETZUNGEN INS DEUTSCHE 91

SCOPE

This User Manual describes unpacking, installing, operating, and maintaining the LaserDrive LD 8100
High-Performance Optical Disk Drive.

RELATED PUBLICATIONS

PUBLICATION PART NUMBER

LD 8100/LF 8120/LF 8600/LF 8602 Product Specification 97663035
LD 8100/LF 8120/LF 8600/LF 8602 SCSI Interface Specification 97662164
LD 8100 Hardware Maintenance Manual 97663081

NOTICES

Three levels of notices are used throughout this document.

WARNING

A WARNING is used to alert the reader of situations or conditions that
could potentially result in personal injury, fire hazard or equipment
damage.

CAUTION

A CAUTION is used to warn of undesirable procedures or of
situations in which equipment damage could potentially result.

NOTE

A NOTE is used to emphasize an area of text or to provide additional
information.

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WARRANTY STATEMENT

The LD 8100 is warranted as stated in the purchase agreement between Plasmon and it’s customer,
or the Plasmon sales order acknowledgment, whichever is applicable.

The Plasmon LMS quality system is in compliance and registered to ISO 9001. The LD 8100 is
manufactured from new parts, or remanufactured parts.

LD 8100 warranty does not cover defects or damage caused by the use of unauthorized parts or
repairs or improper use or maintenance. Repairs or replacements not covered by the warranty will
be invoiced at Plasmon’ then current prices.

The warranty is void when installation, service or repairs are performed by un-certified personnel;
when the product is affected by unauthorized alterations, modifications or other tampering or
misuse; when the product is incorporated into a system which causes or involves any changes in
the physical, mechanical or electrical arrangement of the product; or when the product is not used
in accordance with its applicable specifications.

The term, authorized personnel, is defined as those persons who have been trained by Plasmon
LMS Technical Services.

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GENERAL DESCRIPTION

The Plasmon Infinity LaserDrive LD 8100 is a write once read many (WORM), high-capacity optical disk
drive which uses a removable 300-mm (12-in.), LM 8000 optical media cartridge with storage capacity of
30 GBytes. The LD 8100 can also read LM 6000 and LM 4000 media. Contact Plasmon LMS for
availability and ordering information for the LM 4000 media option.

The LD 8100 is available in a Rack Mount, Desktop, Tower, FileNet® Library and Plasmon Library
configurations, offering support for varied operating orientations and installation environments (see figure
below).

RACK MOUNT
CONFIGURATION

PLASMON LIBRARY
CONFIGURATION

DESKTOP
CONFIGURATION

TOWER
CONFIGURATION

FILENET LIBRARY
CONFIGURATION

Figure 1. LD 8100 Configurations

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The LD 8100 supports a maximum sustained read and write transfer rate of 6.0 MBytes/sec without data
verification. The drive will also support a 2.9 MBytes/sec write transfer rate with error correction and defect
management to maintain data integrity and manage media flaws.

A Drive Operator Console (DOC) located on the front panel of the drive provides user control of drive
operation, configuration and test as explained in the Operating Instruction section of this manual.

Operating messages are presented on the alphanumeric display in English, French or German. The
language used is selectable.

The Auxiliary Diagnostic Port (ADP) can be used to download updates to the drive firmware in the field.
Refer to the LD 8100/ LF 8120/ LF 8600/ LF 8602 Product Specification (P/N 97663035) for more
information. The ADP is located on the front panel of the Rack Mount, the Desk Top and the Tower
configurations. The ADP may be located on the rear panel of the Plasmon Library and the Filenet
configurations. The ADP may also be used as a standard serial port for setting the SCSI ID.

The LD 8100 drive implements the Small Computer System Interface (SCSI) via standard SCSI-2 micro
connectors (68 pin) located on the rear panel. Single-ended and differential, High Voltage interface options
are available, and the interface can be changed in the field. Both the single-ended and differential
controllers support asynchronous or synchronous data transfer operations.

Preventive maintenance for the LD 8100 is minimal. Corrective maintenance is simplified by internal
diagnostic firmware which detects, isolates and reports malfunctions to the operator and identifies the Field
Replaceable Unit (FRU).

LM 8000 media is interchangeable between the LD 8100, LF 8120, LF 8600, and the LF 8602. The
LD 8100 can also read LM 6000 and LM 4000 media. Contact Plasmon LMS for availability and ordering
information for the LM 4000 media option.The

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DRIVE CHARACTERISTICS

This section describes the LD 8100 Rack Mount, Desktop, Tower, FileNet Library and Plasmon Library
configurations. All LD 8100 configurations have the same major internal subassemblies.

RACK MOUNT AND DESKTOP CONFIGURATIONS

The LD 8100 Rack Mount
configuration is designed for
horizontal operation and slide
mounting in an EIA standard
19-in. rack. The Rack Mount
configuration is installed in a
rack using the Quick Release
Rack Mount Kit (refer to the
Installation section of this
manual).

Figure 2. LD 8100 Rack Mount

Drive

The LD 8100 Desktop
configuration is designed for
horizontal operation as a stand­alone device on a table top. The
Desktop configuration includes an
enclosure and rubber feet.

Figure 3. LD 8100 Desktop Drive

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The figure below illustrates the front panel layout. The ADP connector is located beside the DOC but is
concealed by the Bezel.

BEZEL

DOC

MEDIA CARTRIDGE LOADING DOORS

ADP

Figure 4. LD 8100 Rack Mount and Desktop Front Panel Layout (Rack Mount Version Shown)

The LD 8100 Rack Mount and Desktop rear panel layout includes a DOC/ADP Blank Panel, MCLI Blank
Panel, AC Power Switch, Receptacle, SCSI-2 I/O Panel Assembly and a ground connector. The figure
below illustrates the rear panel layout. A Fan Grill and filter element are installed over the fan vent to filter
out contaminants from cooling air entering through the rear panel.

AC POWER
SWITCH

DOC/ADP

BLANK PANEL

AC POWER
RECEPTACLE

GROUND
CONNECTOR

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MCLI

BLANK PANEL

SCSI-2 I/O
CONNECTORS

Figure 5. LD 8100 Rack Mount Rear Panel

TOWER CONFIGURATION

The Tower configuration (see figure below) is designed for vertical operation as a stand-alone device on
an open floor or beside a desk. The Tower configuration includes an enclosure for both the LD 8100 and
the pedestal. The pedestal is supported by four casters which can be locked to prevent unintentional
movement.

18.9 cm
(7.4 in)

67.3 cm

(26.5 in)

48.6cm
(19.1 in)

30.5 cm

(12.0 in)

66.7cm
(26.2 in)

Figure 6. LD 8100 Tower Configuration

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DOC

ADP

MEDIA CARTRIDGE
LOADING DOOR

The figure to the right illustrates the rear
panel of the LD 8100 Tower configuration
and identifies the location of the AC
power switch, Receptacle, ground
connector, SCSI-2 I/O Panel Assembly,
DOC/ADP Blank Panel and MCLI Blank
Panel. A Fan Grill and filter element are
installed over the fan vent to filter
contaminants from cooling air entering
through the rear panel.

AC POWER
RECEPTACLE

AC POWER
SWITCH

The illustration to the left shows the front
panel of the LD 8100 Tower configuration
and identifies the location of the DOC and
ADP connector. The ADP connector is
located below the DOC but is concealed by
the bezel.

Figure 7. LD 8100 Tower Front Panel Layout

SCSI-2 I/O
PANEL
ASSEMBLY

MCLI BLANK
PANEL

FAN/GRILL AND
FILTER ASSEMBY

Figure 8. Rear View of LD 8100 Tower

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DOC BLANK
PANEL

GROUND
CONNECTOR

FILENET LIBRARY CONFIGURATION

The FileNet Library configuration (see figure below), does not have a Bezel and is designed for vertical or
horizontal mounting and for operation in a FileNet Library. The FileNet Library configuration has the same
major assemblies as the other LD 8100 configurations but is configured for use in a FileNet Library by
adding the MCLI connector and Registration Panel.

Figure 9. FileNet Library Configuration

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BLANK
PANEL

MEDIA CARTRIDGE

LOADING SLOT

REGISTRATION
PANEL

The figure on the left illustrates the
front panel of the FileNet Library
configuration and identifies the
location of the DOC/ADP Blank
Panel. The DOC and ADP connector
are located on the rear panel, so the
DOC/ADP Blank Panel is used to
cover the DOC and ADP mounting
holes. A special Registration Panel is
installed on the FileNet Library
configuration in place of the Bezel.

Figure 10. LD 8100 FileNet Library

Front Panel

The figure on the right illustrates
the rear panel of the LD 8100
FileNet Library configuration and
identifies the location of the AC
Power Switch, Receptacle, ground
connector, SCSI-2 I/O Panel
Assembly, DOC, ADP connector
and the MCLI connector. A Fan
Grill and filter element are installed
over the fan vent to filter
contaminants from cooling air
entering through the rear panel.

Figure 11. LD 8100 FileNet Library

Rear Panel

AC POWER

RECEPTACLE

AC POWER

SWITCH

DOC

SCSI-2 1/O
CONNECTORS

MCLI I/O
CONNECTOR

FAN GRILL AND

FILTER ELEMENT

GROUND
CONNECTOR

ADP

CONNECTOR

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PLASMON 1800 LIBRARY CONFIGURATION

The Plasmon Library configuration (see figure below), which does not have a Bezel or Registration Panel,
is designed for horizontal mounting and operation in a Plasmon 1800 Series Library. The Plasmon Library
configuration has the same major assemblies as the other LD 8100 configurations but is adapted for use in
a Plasmon 1800 Library by adding an MCLI connector.

Figure 12. Plasmon 1800 Series Library Drive

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The figure below illustrates the front panel of the Plasmon Library configuration and identifies the location
of the DOC/ADP Blank Panel. The DOC and ADP connector are located on the rear panel. The DOC/ADP
Blank Panel is used to cover the DOC and ADP mounting holes.

DOC/ADP
BLANK PANEL

MEDIA CARTRIDGE
LOADING PORT

Figure 13. LD 8100 Plasmon Library Front Panel

The figure below illustrates the rear panel of the LD 8100 Plasmon Library configuration and identifies the
location of the AC Power Switch, AC Receptacle, ground connector, SCSI-2 I/O Panel Assembly, DOC,
ADP connector and the MCLI connector. A Fan Grill and filter element are installed over the fan vent to
filter contaminants from cooling air entering through the rear panel.

AC POWER
SWITCH

DOC

FAN GRILL AND
FILTER ELEMENT

AC POWER

RECEPTACLE

SCSI-2 1/O
CONNECTORS

ADP

CONNECTOR

GROUND
CONNECTOR

Figure 14. LD 8100 Plasmon Library Rear Panel

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MCLI

CONNECTOR

DIMENSIONS AND WEIGHTS

The following table lists the dimensions of the LD 8100 Rack Mount, Desktop and Tower, FileNet and
Plasmon Library configurations. These dimensions do not include extending media cartridges or interface
cabling. Refer to the LX 8000 Series Product Specification (P/N 97663035) for the dimensions of the
FileNet and Plasmon Library configurations with a media cartridge and interface cabling.

Table 1. Dimensions of the LD 8100 Configurations

DIMENSION RACKMOUNT DESKTOP TOWER FILENET PLASMON

Chassis Length:

With Mounting Kit:

Chassis Width:

With Mounting Kit:

Chassis Height:

With Mounting Kit:

60.9 cm
(24.0 in)

65.3 cm

(25.7 in)

43.0 cm
(16.9 in)

47.5 cm

(18.7 in)

16.9 cm
(6.7 in)

17.8 cm

(7.0 in)

64.3 cm
(25.3 in)

67.3 cm

1

(26.5 in)

2

64.3 cm
(25.3 in)

67.3 cm

(26.5 in)

64.3 cm
(25.3 in)

64.3 cm
(25.3 in)

67.3 cm

2

(26.5 in)

3

66.5 cm

(26.2 in)

43.0 cm
(16.9 in)

48.6 cm

1

(19.1 in)

2

16.9 cm
(6.7 in)

18.8 cm

(7.4 in)

4

16.9 cm
(6.7 in)

2

43.0 cm
(16.9 in)

30.5 cm

(12.0 in)

16.9 cm
(6.7 in)

18.8 cm

1

(7.4 in)

5

48.6 cm
(19.1 in)

63.2 cm

(24.8 in)

4

43.0 cm
(16.9 in)

16.9 cm
(6.7 in)

43.8 cm

6

(17.2 in)

3

60.9 cm

Mounting Depth

1 Includes the Bezel.
2 Includes the Bezel and chassis cover.
3 Includes the Registration Panel.
4 The pedestal and pedestal skin.
5 Includes the rubber feet.
6 Includes the chassis skin, pedestal and casters.
7 Depth to which the drive extends into the mounting rack.

(24.0 in

)7

The following weight specifications do not include interface cabling or optical media:

Rack Mount 30.5 kg (67 lbs)
Desktop 35.9 kg (79 lbs) Includes Enclosure
Tower 41.8 kg (92 lbs) Includes Enclosure and Pedestal
FileNet Library 31.4 kg (69 lbs) Includes Registration Panel
Plasmon Library 30.5 kg (67 lbs)

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TEMPERATURE, HUMIDITY AND ALTITUDE

The following table lists the LD 8100 operating, nonoperating, storage and transit limits for temperature,
humidity, and altitude.

Table 2. Temperature, Humidity and Altitude Limits

CONDITION OPERATING NONOPERATING

Temperature

Maximum Rate of

10° to 42° C

(50° to 108° F)

11° C/hr (20° F/hr) 20° C/hr (36° F/hr) 20° C/hr (36° F/hr)

2

-40° to 66° C

(-40° to 151° F)

Change
Humidity

10 to 99% 5 to 95% 5 to 95%

(Noncondensing)
Maximum Rate of

10%/hr 10%/hr 10%/hr

Change
Maximum Wet Bulb

Temperature

3

Minimum Dew Point

28° C (82° F) 46° C (115° F) 46° C (115° F)

2° C (35.6° F) 2° C (35.6° F) 2° C (35.6° F)

Altitude

-300 to 3000 m
(-984 to 9840 ft)

-300 to 3000 m

(-984 to 9840 ft)

STORAGE/TRANSIT

-40° to 66° C

(-40° to 151° F)

Storage:

-300 to 3000 m
(984 to 9840 ft)

Transit:

-300 to 12,000 m
(-984 to 40,000 ft)

1

1 Storage specifications are for 90 days maximum in Plasmon LMS packaging. No condensation is permitted. Transit specifications are

based on a maximum 1-week period in a factory-sealed container.

2 Maximum operating temperature is 42°C (107.6°F) for a free-standing drive at sea level unless otherwise stated. Maximum operating

temperature is derated linearly above 300 m altitude to 38°C (100.4°F) at 2,000 m altitude.

3 See the LD 8100/LF 8600/LF 8602 Product Specification (P/N 97663035) for more information concerning the temperature and humidity

operating range.

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MEDIA ENVIRONMENTAL CHARACTERISTICS

The following table presents the LM 8000 Media environmental characteristics.

Table 3. Media Operation, Storage and Transportation Environments

OPERATION AND

SPECIFICATION

SHORT TERM

STORAGE

(2 years maximum)

TRANSPORTATION
(2 weeks maximum)

LONG TERM

STORAGE

Temperature 10°C to 47°C

50°F to 116.6°F

Relative Humidity
(no condensation)

Wet Bulb Temperature 26°C max. (78.8°F) 26°C max. (78.8°F) 26°C max. (78.8°F)
Temperature Gradient 10°C/hr max.

Air Pressure N/A N/A N/A
Solar Radiation N/A Case to be kept closed Not to be stored in direct

5% - 80% 5% - 90% 5% - 80%

(18.0°F/hr max.)

-20°C to +55°C

-4.0°F to 131.o°F

31°C/hr max.

(55.8°F/hr max.)

10°C to 30°C

50°F to 86.0°F

5°C/hr max.

(9.0°F/hr max.)

sunlight

SHOCK AND VIBRATION

The following table lists the conditions and limits for shock and vibration.

Table 4. Shock and Vibration Criteria and Limits

CONDITION OPERATING

Swept Vibration
(bidirectional)
1 Octave/Min

5 to 250 Hz 0.1 g
peak, 250 to 500 Hz

0.20 g peak

NONOPERATING

5 to 44 Hz, 0.03 in
double amplitude,
44 to 500 Hz

3.0 g peak

1

STORAGE/TRANSIT

5 to 44 Hz, 0.03 in
double amplitude,
44 to 500 Hz

3.0 g peak

2

3

Shock
(host retries may be
required and drive
performance may

10 - msec half sine
pulse of 5.0 g peak
with pulses applied
every 3 sec

degrade during test)
Unpacked (3 axis) 5 - msec half sine

Packed on Pallet 46 - cm (18 - in) drop

1 With media removed
2 In Plasmon LMS-approved packaging
3 Shock repetition rate should be limited to allow mechanical system transients to subside between pulses.

pulse of 20 g peak

test flat

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AC POWER REQUIREMENTS

The LD 8100 has an AC power switch with an integral grounded power connector and fuses located on the
rear panel. Two spare fuses are included within the power connector. Refer to Replacing Fuses section for
the fuse replacement procedure.

The required fuses are 5A slow blow, 5 x 20 mm, hot and neutral.
The power supply will operate with the line voltages listed in the following table. The power supply is auto

ranging and does not require mechanical switching for input voltage or frequency selection.

Table 5. Typical RMS Line Current and Power Requirements

AC LINE

VOLTAGE

95.0V TO 128V 1.3A / 101W 10A

173.0 TO 269V 0.7 / 110W 5A 1.0A / 160W 15

1

This current measurement determines the stated power and maximum heat dissipation of the Drive (546 BTU/hr) based on RMS

current over the 10S cycle derated by the Power Factor. It also determines the 2.0 A UL plate rating.

READY

SURGE PEAK

<1s

(SPIN-UP)

READY + 1 SPIN-UP/DN

CYCLE EVERY 10 s

2.0A / 160W

(1)

MIN

SERVICE

RATING

15A

AC GROUND

The LD 8100 AC power cord connects the LaserDrive to safety ground through the site AC power system.
The site AC power system must tie this safety ground connection to earth ground. All site AC power
connections must be maintained on the same safety ground.The line ground connector located on the rear
panel can also be used to tie chassis ground to earth ground. This ground connector is a 6-mm (0.24-in)
M4 stud with a nut and lock washer.

AC POWER CORD

The type of AC power cord that is supplied with the LD 8100 is based on the configuration ordered and the
destination country.

POWER SUPPLY OUT-OF-RANGE PROTECTION FEATURES

The LD 8100 power supply provides over and under voltage protection, over current protection, and over
temperature protection. Should an out-of-range condition be detected, the LD 8100 will shut down the DC
outputs of the power supply. Once the situation has been corrected, power can be restored by turning the
AC power switch to the off position and then to the on position again.

HEAT DISSIPATION

The drive will typically present a heat load of 95 calories/hr (376 BTU/hr) during a read/write operation.
When media cartridges are inserted, loaded, spun up, spun down, unloaded and removed at the rate of
one per 10 seconds, the drive will typically present a heat load of 137 calories/hr (546 BTU/hr).

TILT RANGE

The LD 8100 Rack Mount, Desktop and Plasmon Library configurations will operate over a tilt range of 10°
from the horizontal position. The Tower and FileNet Library configuration will operate over a tilt range of
10° from the vertical position. The LD 8100 is not designed for dynamic tilt environments.

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PARTICULATE LIMITS

The LD 8100 is designed for use in an office or computer room. The environment must have a low dust
level. The LD 8100 filters incoming air for cooling to reduce the quantity of particles entering the drive;
however, the filter is not effective against small particles (including tobacco smoke) which will become
deposited on optical components and media, causing degradation in drive performance. Refer to the
Operator Maintenance section for media cleaning and air filter cleaning instructions.

WARNING LABELS

The LD 8100 is classified as a laser product. As such, it is subject to United States Federal requirements
covering laser products. The warning labels shown in the figure below are necessary to ensure compliance
with Federal regulations and must not be removed from the LD 8100.

LASER CLASS LABEL

FCC, RFI, CLASS A
LABEL

LASER DANGER
LABEL

CANADIAN CLASS A
COMPLIANCE LABEL

Figure 15. Locations of the LD 8100 Warning Labels

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UNPACKING AND REPACKING

INSTRUCTIONS

If the Laser Drive’s shipping carton shows evidence of rough handling or damage, return the unit in its
carton to your supplier and request a replacement.

UNPACKING THE LD 8100

Each LD 8100 is shipped on a pallet in a shipping carton with foam packing material which protects the unit
from shock and vibration.

After you receive your LD 8100, inspect the shipping carton for damage before unpacking the unit to
substantiate a claim with the carrier if the unit is damaged. Retain all original packing materials and
receipts for possible reshipment.

WARNING

The LD 8100 must be unpacked, repacked and transported by two
persons. Physical injury can result if one person attempts to transport
or lift the LD 8100. A wheeled cart is recommended for transporting
the LD 8100 within a building. Precautions should be taken to guard
against sudden bumps and jarring.

DESKTOP, RACK MOUNT AND LIBRARY CONFIGURATIONS

To unpack the LD 8100 Desktop, Rack Mount and Library configurations, refer to the next figure and
perform the following procedure:

1) Cut the bands that secure the outer carton to the lower carton.

2) Lift the outer carton away from the lower carton and pallet.

3) Remove the small options and accessories tray.

The shipping carton will also contain a Quick Release Rack Mount Kit if it is ordered with the LD 8100 Rack
Mount configuration. If you are unpacking an LD 8100 Rack Mount configuration, check for the Quick
Release Rack Mount Kit carton and remove it at this time.

4) Lift both foam cushions away from the LD 8100.

5) Remove the ESD packing material.

6) Carefully lift and remove the LD 8100 from the shipping carton and place it on a flat
surface.

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OPTION/
ACCESORY
TRAY

OUTER
CARTON

FOAM
CUSHION

MOUNTING/SLIDE

(RACK MOUNT

CONFIGURATION)

FRONT FOAM
CUSHION

LOWER
CARTON

KIT

ESD PACKING
MATERIAL

LD 8100

FOAM PADS

PALLET

Figure 16. Unpacking the LD 8100 Desktop, Rack Mount and Library Configurations

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TOWER CONFIGURATION

To unpack the LD 8100 Tower configuration, refer to the next figure and perform the following procedure:

1) Cut the bands that secure the carton to the lower portion pallet.

2) Carefully lift the carton up and away from the pallet while supporting the wooden hinged
ramp.

3) Lower the ramp to the floor.

4) Remove the options and accessories tray.

5) Lift both foam cushions away from the LD 8100.

6) Remove the ESD packing material.

WARNING

The LD 8100 must be unpacked, repacked and transported by two
persons. Physical injury can result if one person attempts to transport
or lift the LD 8100. A wheeled cart is recommended for transporting
the LD 8100 within a building. Precautions should be taken to guard
against sudden bumps and jarring.

Ensure that all four casters are locked. Lift the front end of the LD 8100 high enough to remove the bottom
cushion.

7) Remove the foam bumper.

8) Remove the bottom cushion.

9) Lower the LD 8100 onto the pallet.

10) Unlock the casters and roll the LD 8100 down the ramp to its installation location.

11) Lock the casters once you have the LD 8100 situated at its installation location.

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CARTON

OPTIONS/
ACCESSORIES
TRAY

FRONT FOAM
CUSHION

REAR FOAM
CUSHION

ESD PACKING
MATERIAL

FOAM

BUMPER

HINGED
WOODEN
RAMP

PALLET

Figure 17. Unpacking and Repacking the LD 8100 Tower Configuration

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LD 8100

BOTTOM
CUSHION