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To attach the SCSI and power cables to the tape drive:
1. Locate the SCSI cable on your computer (a 68-pin (wide) ribbon cable with one
end connected to the SCSI adapter) and find the next available connector that is
farthest from the adapter. Use all empty bus connectors beginning with the one
farthest from the adapter to ensure better signal quality.
Note: The SCSI adapter might be part of the computer system board or might be
an adapter installed in an expansion slot.
2. Attach the SCSI cable from your computer to the tape drive 68-pin SCSI
connector 1. The SCSI cable connector at the end of the SCSI cable will
attach to the drive only one way. Do not force the cable onto the drive.
Attention: Do not force the power cable into the tape drive power connector. If
the power cable is upside down and you force the connection, you might damage
the drive.
3. Connect the power cable connector to the four-pin connector 2 on the tape
drive as shown in the illustration. If all the power cables are in use, purchase a
dc Y-splitter cable, which is available at most electronics stores, and split a
connection to make a connection available for the tape drive.
Step 6. Completing the installation
Check your work before closing the computer.
1. Be sure that the power and SCSI connectors are securely attached. Be sure that
the cables are neatly routed.
2. Replace the computer cover and secure it in place. Reconnect the power cords
and cables.
Step 7. Turning on the device
Turn on all attached devices; then turn on your computer. The tape drive performs a
power-on self-test (POST) within 15 seconds and then performs a drive reset.
Step 8. Updating the configuration
For most computers, the configuration-setup utility program automatically recognizes
the new tape drive. However, you might have to provide information about your
system changes after you restart your computer.
Ensure that the appropriate advanced SCSI programming interface (ASPI) device
drivers are installed to support the tape drive. Device drivers are usually provided
with the SCSI adapter.
If your computer does not recognize the tape drive after startup or you receive startup
errors, run the configuration-setup utility program as described in the documentation
that comes with your computer.
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