Checklist: Configure Removable Storage

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Applies To: Windows Server 2003, Windows Server 2003 R2, Windows Server 2003 with SP1, Windows Server 2003 with SP2

Checklist: Configure Removable Storage

Step Reference

Verify that you have a supported library.

See the hardware compatibility information in the Windows Catalog. You can access the Windows Catalog from Support resources.

Install and test the library.

Read the library's operation guide and follow the manufacturer's recommendations. Pay particular attention to slot numbering and supported media types, and note whether the drives require periodic cleaning.

Create new media pools to support applications, as needed.

Create a new media pool.

Move sufficient media to a free media pool.

Move media to another media pool.

Set user or group permissions for Removable Storage as needed.

Change user permissions for Removable Storage.