Quantum 6473033V3R0 User Manual

FC420 Fibre Channel Bridge Quick Reference Guide

This Quick Reference Guide explains how to install one FC420 Fibre Channel bridge in an ATL M1500 library, or up to three FC420 bridges in an ATL M2500 library.

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Step 1: Prepare for Installation

1 Make sure your system meets the following requirements:

• Point-to-point/fabric or arbitrated public or private loop topology

• For fabric configurations, a Quantum-approved Fibre Channel switch

• Quantum-approved network management software package

• Windows

8 and 9, or other Quantum-approved operating system

Note: For a complete list of Quantum-approved networking hardware, software, and operating systems, contact the Quantum Help Desk or an authorized Quantum sales representative.

Note: The FC420 Fibre Channel bridge can only be used in LVDconfigured libraries.

Make sure you have the tools recommended for this procedure:

• #1 PHILLIPS

• Flat blade screwdriver

2 Verify the contents of the FC420 Bridge Upgrade Kit, referring to the

Quantum FC420 Upgrade Kit Contents List (PN 6473023).

Caution: The small form-factor pluggable (SFP) connector on the FC420 bridge is removable; however, the SFP connector should only be removed by authorized repair personnel. Removal of the SFP connector may void the warranty.

NT 4.0 SP6 or later, Windows 2000 SP2 or later, Solaris®

screwdriver

3 Take precautions to prevent electrostatic discharge (ESD). These

precautions include:

• Wearing a properly grounded antistatic wrist strap

• Wearing other antistatic apparel (smock, footwear, etc.)

• Handling library components with care and keeping the FC42 0 bridge in

its antistatic packaging until you are ready to install it

Caution: Failure to take adequate antistatic precautions may result in damage to the FC420 bridge or other library components.

FC420 Fibre Channel Bridge Quick Reference Guide

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Step 2: Install FC420 Bridge(s)

1 Turn off the library by pressing the power switch on each power supply at the back of the library. 2 Remove the power cable from the back of the library. 3 If you are installing the first FC420 bridge in the library, use a flat blade screwdriver to loosen the two large

thumbscrews securing the primary electronics module to the back of the library (see figure 1), then pull the primary electronics module from the chassis using the round handles.

4 If you are installing a second or third FC420 bridge in an ATL M2500 library, remove the six screws that secure the

secondary electronics module to the back of the libr ary. Save the six screws for reinstallation of the secondary electronics module.

pane

Secondary electronics module

ATLM2500 back panel

Slots for

additional

FC420

bridges

Mounting

screws

mary electronics module

Thumbscrews

Slot for first FC420 bridge

Handles

Figure 1 Removing the Primary and Secondary Electronics Modules

5 Remove the two screws securing the expansion slot cover plate to the back of the electronics module and remove

the cover plate. Save the screws for use later in this installation. Save the cover plate for future use.

6 Remove the screws securing the hold-down clamp.

Save the clamp for use later in this installation.

7 Carefully remove the new FC420 bridge from its antistatic packaging.

Caution: Hold the FC420 bridge by the edges, avoiding contact with the components and connectors.