Quantum scalar 100 Quick Setup Guide

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ADIC  Scalar  100  Quick Start Guide
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Beginning with the bottom slot (drive module 
1), find the lowest available drive slot(s). 
Loosen the two thumbscrews on the filler 
plate(s) and remove the filler plate(s). 
For AIT libraries, install drives into slots two 
through five, beginning with slot two.
If you have drives to install, install them now 
by following steps 2 and 3. Otherwise, skip 
to step 4. 
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3
Slide the drive(s) into position and tighten 
the two captive thumbscrews. 
Filler Plate
Drive Module
Captive thumbscrews
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Install the cables between the bottom drive 
and the Library Controller and between the 
Library Controller and the host.
If you have more than one SCSI bus, 
connect a cable between the bottom drive on 
the SCSI bus and the host. 
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Terminate the SCSI bus(es) with an 
appropriate terminator (LVD or HVD). 
If your library configuration contains a SNC (Storage 
Networking Controller), the installation and set-up 
must be performed by ADIC-qualified personnel.
Remove the key from the back panel. 
Unlock and open the front door. Remove the  
interior packing and securing material.
Be sure to remove the rubber band that 
secures the picker. 
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On the bottom-most drive, connect a jumper 
cable to the top SCSI connector and then to 
the bottom SCSI connector on the drive 
above it. Repeat this for all the drives. 
If you have more than two drives, split the 
drives between SCSI buses. 
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Depending on your host SCSI bus type, set 
the SCSI interface switch to LVD or HVD.
Your library is now ready.
Front Power Switch
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Turn on the rear power switch and then turn 
on the front power switch. 
Install tape cartridges into magazines. Close 
and lock the front door. 
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10
Connect the power cord to the power outlet 
on the rear of the library. 
Power up your host system and verify 
communication with all devices on the bus. 
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LVD SCSI
Connections
Rear Power
Switch
Drive to 
Library Controller
Library 
Controller
 to Host
Optional
SNC
Terminator
Jumper Cable
Power Cord
Library 
 to Host
SCSI Interface 
Switch
HVD SCSI
Connections
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