HP StorageWorks ESL E-Series Tape Library users guide (350799-010, October 2007)

B Rel ocating the library

CAUTION:

HP strongly recommends that an HP authorized service representative relocate a library to another

location.

This appendix explains how to relocate the library. As used in this appendix, the term relocate means

either to ship the library or sim p ly to move it to a nearby location (for example, from one area in a

building to another).

NOTE:

These instructions address relocating a standalone library. To relocate a Cross Linked (CLM) Library,

you must remove the CL M components including the brackets that connect the cabinets together, and

ensure that you have r oom for the entire system when selecting a new location. Otherwise, treat the

cabinets as if each were a separate library that you are relocating.

The instruct

ions in this appendix are divided into the following:

• Checking the new installation site

• Preparing the library for relocation

• Crating the

library

• Preparing the library for operation

To ship the library or move it using a motor vehicle (for example, truck, or forklift), follow a ll of the

instructions in this appendix.

To move the l

ibrary to a new location within the same building or facility, follow all instructions in this

appendix e

xcept for those found in Crating the library.

NOTE:

These procedures require the original packing materials of the library. If you do not have the original

packing materials, contact your support representative.

CAUTION:

Moving or shipping the library without proper packing materials can result in damage to library

components.

Checking the new installation site

Check the new installation site for the library using the guidelines found in the H P StorageWorks ESL

E-Series

Pre-Installation Site Survey Instructions. Make sure the new location meets all applicable

clearance, environmental, and power requirements.

Preparing the librar y for relocation

To prepare the library for relocation, refer to:

• Removing tape cartridges

• Installing shipping restraints and packing

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