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Connecting hard disks and other SCSI devices
Your computer has a port for connecting devices that use the Small Computer
System Interface (SCSI, pronounced “skuh-zee”). The SCSI port permits
high-speed communication between the computer and the device. The SCSI
icon appears above the port on the computer’s back panel.
IMPORTANT
Follow the instructions in this section and the instructions that
came with your hard disk or other SCSI device when connecting it to your
Macintosh.
SCSI devices commonly used with the Macintosh include hard disks,
CD-ROM drives, scanners, printers, and tape backup drives.
Your computer comes with one SCSI device already installed—your internal
hard disk. You can connect up to six additional SCSI devices in a chain. Each
device must have its own, unique ID number.
Setting up a SCSI device to use with your Macintosh involves
m installing any necessary device drivers
m setting the device’s SCSI ID number
m physically attaching the device to your Macintosh
Note: Your computer has a second, internal SCSI connector to suppport an
internal hard disk array. If you wish to install a hard disk array, contact an
Apple-authorized service provider for assistance.
SCSI port
SCSI icon
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