Quantum 818126401A01 User Manual

SuperLoaderTM Drive Carrier Assembly (DCA) Replacement

Quick Start Guide

This Quick Start Guide gives the
steps for replacing the drive carrier
assembly (DCA) of a Quantum
SuperLoader.

These instructions are for both
the SuperLoader DLTTM (which
includes the SuperLoader SDLT)
and SuperLoader LTO due to the
nature of their similarities. In
general, the SuperLoader DLT is
used in the illustrations. Though the
components are similar in appearance,
many component parts are not
interchangeable. These include the
magazines, cartridges, drive carrier
assembly, magazine blank, magazine
handle, and the bar code reader.

For additional information, visit
www.quantum.com, refer to the

Quantum Superloader Automated
Tape Library User Manual

a PDF (portable document format) file
on the SuperLoader Documentation
CD, or contact Quantum Technical
Support and Customer Service by
calling 1-800-284-5101.

Note: Adobe Acrobat Reader

4.0 or later is required to view
and print PDF documents.
To download a free copy of
Adobe Acrobat Reader, go to
www.adobe.com.

installed as

Step 1: Unpack the DCA

a. Look for markings on the shipping carton that indicate the top. If necessary,

position the carton so that it is right-side up.

b. Using scissors, a utility knife, or other appropriate tool, carefully cut the packing

tape along the length and ends of the carton.

c. Fold open the box flaps.

d. Remove the plastic bag containing installation hardware (four screws).

e. Reach into the carton with both hands, lift the DCA and its foam pads out of the

box, and place the DCA on a flat work surface.

f. Rotate the DCA so that one foam pad is against the work surface and the other is

above the DCA.

g. Remove the exposed foam pad from the DCA.

h. Rotate the DCA so that the other foam pad is up. Remove the foam pad.

The DCA should still be inside antistatic packaging.

Caution: This device is static-sensitive. Proper grounding and electrostatic

discharge (ESD) handling precautions are required before removing the
DCA from its packaging. These precautions include unpacking the DCA in
a static-free work area and using an antistatic wrist band as well as other
antistatic apparel.

i. Set the DCA down on the work surface.

Step 2: Prepare for Removal and Replacement

Caution: Do not apply power to the DCA unless the DCA is fully installed in

the SuperLoader and secured by all four mounting screws.

a. Make sure you have the following tools:

• #2 PHILLIPS® screwdriver

b. Take appropriate ESD precautions. Leave the replacement DCA in its antistatic

packaging until you are ready to install it.

SuperLoader Drive Carrier Assembly (DCA) Replacement Quick Start Guide

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Step 3: Remove the Current DCA

Note: Before you remove the DCA, make sure the

tape drive does not contain a tape cartridge. For

instructions about unloading a cartridge from the tape
drive, refer to the User’s Guide.

a. Turn off the SuperLoader using the front panel button.

b. Disconnect all cables from the back of the DCA.

c. Remove the four screws that secure the DCA to the chassis at

the rear of the SuperLoader.

Screws

Caution: While removing or handling the SuperLoader

DLT DCA, do not touch the exposed printed circuit
board assembly on the underside of the unit.

d. With one hand, grasp the DCA handle and slide the DCA out

while supporting it from underneath with your other hand.

e. Set aside the DCA you just removed.

Note: The DCA must be returned to Quantum in the

replacement DCA packaging within 7 business days.
For further information, refer to the return material
authorization (RMA) instructions shipped with the
replacement DCA.

Step 4: Install the Replacement DCA

Caution: While removing or handling the SuperLoader

DLT DCA, take appropriate ESD precautions to prevent
accidentally touching or damaging the exposed
printed circuit board assembly on the underside of
the unit.

a. Remove the replacement DCA from its antistatic packaging.

b. Grasp the DCA by the handle with one hand and support the

underside of the DCA with the other hand.

c. Slide the DCA into the DCA bay. Make sure you position the

DCA correctly; it should slide smoothly into the bay.

d. Install the four screws (included with the replacement DCA)

to secure the DCA to the SuperLoader chassis. Tighten the
screws firmly.

DCA bay

e. Make sure that the AC power switch on the back of the DCA

is off. Then, connect the power and SCSI cables.

DCA

f. Turn on the SuperLoader by pressing the AC power switch at

the back of the unit. Verify that the SuperLoader is operating
properly.

Handle

Note: On all SuperLoaders, SCSI terminators must be

used for proper operation of the drive.

United States of America

For more information,

visit our Web site at

www.quantum.com

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