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Figure 3–20: Removing a TK-Series Cable
Communication Cable
Interface Card Assembly
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7. Remove the cable from the rear of the TK-series drive and then remove
the sliding tracks from the defective TK-series drive. Save the tracks
and cable for the new TK-series drive.
Installation Notes
If the new TK-series tape drive unit is attached to a skid plate, you must
remove the skid plate from the new drive and install the skid plate on the
defective drive before returning the drive.
When replacing a TK-series drive, do not pinch any cabling at the rear
of the tape drive (Figure 3–20). If you feel resistance when sliding the
drive into the BA430/BA440 enclosure, remove the drive unit and check
BA430/BA440 FRU Removal and Replacement 3–29