Filter
Top Products
Step 5. Attaching cables
To attach the SCSI and power cables to the tape drive:
1. Locate the SCSI cable on your computer (a 68-pin 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
connector1. 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 2to the four-pin connector 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. Split a cable 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.
Installation and user’s guide 5