Some Rules to Follow
When You. Connect
the SlideWriter
• Be certain the host computer and SlideWriter's AC power is off
before connecting or disconnecting the SCSI cables.
• Do not exceed a total of 6 meters (19.7 feet) in combined cable
length among all devices on the SCSI bus.
• A number of suggested device layouts are provided on the
following page. Ensure that you terminate both ends of the SCSI bus
for whichever arrangement you decide upon.
• Check to see if the host computer has internal SCSI bus
termination. Some systems such as the Macintosh Plus do not, and
require an external terminator plug as described above. Never
double terminate either end of the SCSI bus.
• The SlideWriter has internal SCSI bus termination. If you decide
to install the SlideWriter in the middle of the device chain, as in
Figure 2-6, then its terminators must be removed. Refer to page 39
of this manual for complete instructions.
» In order to guarantee secure cable connections between devices
you should fasten the interlocking wire clips or screws on the
connector ends, and ensure that adequate strain relief is provided
wherever cables connect into the devices.
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