IBM TS1160 User Manual

Chapter 6. Installation
Before installation
Notes:
• The 3592 drive canister (drive) might require certain microcode prerequisites. See “Appendix D.
Minimum microcode requirements” on page 288.
• Consider setting aside and storing the drive canister packaging materials for the future repack of a 3592
drive canister for storage, transportation, or return. See “Repacking instructions” on page 181.
Ensure that
• Installation planning specications are met by checking with the branch ofce or physical planning
representative
• A Solutions Assurance Product Review (SAPR) is held for the rst 3592 installed at this account
• You gather information from the customer about drive options, Fibre Channel address, and attachment
data. See Table 144 on page 206.
• The customer has the correct software levels and correct host PTFs for 3592 attachment. See
“Appendix D. Minimum microcode requirements” on page 288).
• Correct length bre cables are available for connection to a host, or to a switch
• Because you are eld-installing a 3592 drive canister into a rack, ensure that one of the feature codes in
Table 138 on page 168 (3592 rack) is installed.
Table 138: Installation Instruction feature codes and RPQs
Description Machine type Model Feature code
Rack Mount Kit 3592 EH7, EH8, 55F, 60F 4804
Rack Drive Accessories 3592 EH7, EH8, 55F, 60F 4805
Drive Filler Panel 3592 EH7, EH8, 55F, 60F 4806
Install rst drive in Rack
Mount Kit
3592 EH7, EH8, 55F, 60F 9806
Install second drive in
Rack Mount Kit
3592 EH7, EH8, 55F, 60F 9807
10-meter OM3 ber
Cable (LC)
3592 EH7 AGK1
25-meter OM3 ber
Cable (LC)
3592 EH7 AGK2
80-meter OM3 ber
Cable (LC)
3592 EH7 AGK3
Attached to System z 3592 EH7, EH8, 55F, 60F 9000
Attached to HP-UX
System
3592 EH7, EH8, 55F, 60F 9210
Attached to Solaris
System
3592 EH7, EH8, 55F, 60F 9211
168 IBM 3592 TS1140, TS1150, TS1155, and TS1160 Tape Drives: Maintenance Information

IBM TS1160 Specifications

General

Brand	IBM
Model	TS1160
Category	Storage
Language	English