HP StorageWorks ESL9000 Series Pass-Through Mechanism (PTM) Installation Guide (February 2005)

Installing a PTM
28 HP StorageWorks ESL9000 Series Pass-Through Mechanism (PTM) Installation Guide
Installing the PTM
The installation instructions differ depending on the libraries that are being
connected. Refer to the following sections depending on your specific library:
Installing the PTM in an ESL9198 or ESL9322, page 28
Installing the PTM in an ESL9326 or ESL9595, page 41
Installing the PTM in an ESL9198 or ESL9322
The PTM installation consists of the following steps:
Removing the tape cartridge bins, page 28
Installing the PTM adapter plate, page 35
Installing the PTM assembly, page 37
Centering the PTM assembly, page 39
Reinstalling the tape cartridge bins, page 40
Removing the tape cartridge bins
Before installing the PTM, certain tape cartridge bins must be removed from the
library. The specific tape cartridge bins to remove differ depending on the position
of the library in the multiple-unit configuration. Refer to Table 4 on page 31 for
information on which bins to remove.
Note: Right side of the library refers to the right side as you face the front of the library.
Left side of the library refers to the left side as you face the front of the library.