1 HV Installation and Operations Guide

50 Installing the HP Surestore Bridge Chapter 3

Installing the HP Surestore Bridge

This section describes how to install the bridge, including factors to consider

when unpacking the bridge for the first time. The bridge can be setup as either

a desktop or rackmount installation and can be connected to different types of

devices.

Note Please read this chapter carefully and completely before working

with the bridge.

Before physically installing the bridge, consider the location, intended use, and

the type of devices to which the bridge will be attached. See Chapter 2 for

more information.

Location

The bridge can be placed on a desktop, mounted in the accessory bin of the

HP 10/180 or HP 20/700 libraries, or mounted in a standard 19-inch rack.

The operating environment should meet the requirements found in

Environmental Specifications on page 28. If you plan to use the bridge on a

table top, attach the stick-on feet to the bottom of the bridge to protect the table

surface.

Note The bridge has a cooling fan mounted in the back of the

enclosure and air intake vents on the front of the enclosure. The

back fan vent and the front air intake vents should remain clear

of obstructions to ensure proper airflow.

Note Do not connect any devices or cables to the bridge until the

bridge is secured in a rack or placed on a flat, level surface.