- Hewlett-Packard Tool Storage User Manual
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Installation
Chapter 2. Installation & Configuration 
CAUTION! The A3312A storage system should only be installed by an HP service 
representative. See “Installing the A3312A into an EIA Cabinet”. 
This chapter tells how to install and configure the deskside and rackmount storage systems. It includes 
information on: 
• installing the storage system 
• installing additional storage modules 
• setting SCSI ID switches 
• connecting SCSI cabling 
• applying SCSI bus labels 
• connecting power cords 
• powering-on the storage system 
The term hot pluggable, refers to storage modules that can be replaced while the host is operating. Not all 
modules are hot pluggable, and some modules require the use of command line utilities before the module 
is removed, and after the module is replaced. Table 1 shows the HP systems that support hot pluggable 
modules. 
You cannot install additional disk modules or DDS tape modules while the host and storage system are 
operating. When installing a new storage system, you must shut down the host before you connect power 
to and power-on the storage system.  
Table 1. HP System Support of Hot Pluggable Modules* 
Module Type  HP 3000 Series 900 
MPE-iX, Version 5 
with Express 3 
HP 9000 Series 700, 
C-Series and J-Series 
HP 9000 Series 800 
with Strict Mirroring 
Fan  Yes  Yes  Yes 
Power  Yes  Yes  Yes 
DDS Tape  No  No  No 
SE Disk   No  No  No 
DF Disk  Yes  No  Yes 
*Yes = Hot Pluggable; No = Not Hot Pluggable 










