HP StorageWorks ESL E-Series Tape Library Unpacking and Installation Guide (350800-011, May 2010)

Table Of Contents

1 Unpacking the library

This chapter contains the following sections:

• “Selecting an installation location” on page 9

• “Preparing for the installation” on page 13

• “Unpacking the library” on page 14

• “Setting up the library” on page 23

• “Storing the packaging materials” on page 32

CAUTION:

Only qualified HP field service engineers should unpack the HP StorageWorks ESL E-Series tape

library.

Selecting an installation location

When choosing an installation site for the HP StorageWorks ESL E-Series tape library, consider the

requirements described in:

• “Floor space” on page 10

• “Floor clearance” on page 11

• “Floor strength and inclination” on page 11

• “Power and grounding” on page 12

• “Environmental conditions” on page 13

NOTE:

These requirements are also described in the

HP StorageWorks ESL E-Series Tape Library User

Guide

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