60 - (English) User's Guide

Troubleshooting, Removal, and Replacement

Removing and Replacing Drive Modules (for HP Authorized Personnel)

Chapter 44-54

Removing and Replacing Drive Modules (for

HP Authorized Personnel)

This section explains how to replace a drive module in the following

situations:

• The library is not connected to the host.

The host cannot access the library. The library can be powered on or

off during drive replacement.

• The library is connected to the host.

The library is connected to the host, and the backup software can

access the functional drives. Drives can be replaced without disabling

or interrupting most functions of the library. This feature must be

supported by the backup software.

Drive Replacement Overview

1. Determine which drive has failed (if you are replacing a failed drive).

2. Unload a tape from the drive, if possible.

3. Take the drive module offline (drive module only; the library does not

need to be powered off).

4. Remove the drive module.

5. Insert and connect the new drive module.

6. Bring drive online.

7. Update drive firmware if needed. See “Upgrading Firmware” on page

4-60.