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# 2 Planning and Preparation

Note: The installation instructions in this guide are based upon the Sun Rack II which is the standard Oracle 19-inch rack.

## Rack Preparation

- It is suggested that you position the power distribution unit on the right side of the rack as viewed from the rear of the rack (see Figure 2-1). The SL150 power supply outlets are on the right side.

Figure 2-1 Rear View of Sun Rack II (PDU on RIght Side)

Illustration Legend:

1 - Power Distribution Unit (PDU)

Note: Refer to the rack and power distribution unit documentation for instructions.

- The rack front and rear service clearance must be at least 965 mm (38 inches).

- Provide sufficient space to install the base module (3U) and any additional modules (2U each) at initial installation (a 300 tape library, ten modules, spans 21U). In addition:

  - Position the base module in the rack to enable easy access to the operator panel and mailslot

  - Allow for future expansion (2U modules)

- It is suggested that you remove the front door from the rack to provide unimpeded access during installation of a library module.

## Tape Device Driver

Make sure that the proper device driver is installed, if applicable. Download the driver from the HP web site, if needed.

For example, Oracle has qualified the HP LTO-5 drive with Windows driver 3.5.0.0.

## Environmental Information

Temperature:

- Operating: +10° to +40°C (+50° to +104°F)

- Non-operating -40° to +60°C (-40° to +140°F)

Relative Humidity:

- Operating: 20% to 80% non-condensing

- Non-operating: 10% to 95% non-condensing

The operating environment must adhere to additional requirements (see Appendix C, "Controlling Contaminants").

### To Stage the SL150 Library

Warning: An unpacked base module (Module 1) weighs approximately 27.2 kg (60 pounds). Use two persons to lift or transport.

1. Transport the packaged unit to the staging area.

2. Clear access to the shipping carton.

   You might need to remove plastic wrap and cut shipping straps.

### To Unpack and Acclimate the SL150 Library

Task 1 Unpack the Library Module

  1. Open the carton.

  2. Remove the front rails from the base module packing material and set them aside.

     Note: The rails will be used in a later instruction (see "Base Module Mounting Rail").

  3. Remove the foam pieces which cover the top of the library module.

  4. Remove the accessory package at the end of the module, and set it aside.

  5. Lift the plastic covering the module.

Task 2 Acclimate the Library Module

  Warning: Module is heavy. Use two persons to lift or transport.

  1. Grasp the module by the sides, lift it out of the carton, and set it down.

     Note: Do not lift the Base Module by the front control panel, the tape drive, or the tape drive filler.

  2. Acclimate the module to the environment.

     Note: If the module is colder than the location and sufficient humidity exists, condensation may occur.

Task 3 Dispose of Shipping Materials

  1. Remove the pallet and any packaging materials from your work area.

  2. Continue with Chapter 3.