HP StorageWorks Enterprise Modular Library E-Series user guide (AH876-96001, October 2007)

Preparing the library for long-distance relocation
1. Use your applic
ation software to remove all tape cartridges from the tape drives.
2. Remove all tape
cartridges from the library slots.
3. Carefully pac
k all tape cartridges for shipment.
4. Install the shipping straps on the robot.
5. Push the yellow gear lock up to prevent movement of the reduction g ear.
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Shipping straps
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Yellow gear lock
6. Disconnect all cables from hosts, switches, or local networks and pack them with other library
accessories.
7. If the
library needs to be crated, go to the next section.
Repacking the library
Use this section if you need to:
• Ship the library to the new site.
• Transport the library by forklift or similar means.
WARNING!
Useatleasttwopeopletoperformanystepsthatinvolveliftingorguidingthelibrary.
1. Put the library on a shock pallet. If your library was delivered in a rack, use the shock pallet that
came with the library . If your library was not delivered in a rack, use your own shock pallet.
a. Raise the library support feet.
b. With the help of at least one person, roll the library to a position in front of the pallet ramp.
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Moving the library