User guide

Cabling the Fibre Channel Converter
9800FC (CT9800FC) Fibre Channel Converter Installation and User’s Guide—524957-003
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Powering on the L700 Tape Library and the Fibre
Channel Converter
Powering on the L700 Tape Library and the Fibre Channel
Converter
1. Check that the power cords are fully seated in the AC power receptacles on
both the tape library and the Fibre Channel converter.
2. Attach the male end of the power cords to two separate power outlets.
3. Press the power switch to 1 on the L700 tape library.
4. Press the power switch to 1 on the Fibre Channel converter.
5. Verify that both of the devices power on.
If connectivity is established the green FC LED will be illuminated as shown in
Figure 3-6.
If connectivity is not established, the green FC LED will not be illuminated. See
Figure 3-7 on page 3-7. Check the fiber cable connections on both the tape
library and the Fibre Channel converter.
Note. The L700 tape library must be powered on first.
WARNING. The Fibre Channel converter does not have protection against lightning surges.
For this reason, if you are located in a high risk area, use external surge protection rated for
use in your location and be able to handle the power requirements of the tape drive
enclosure.