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Hard Drive Installation
Compaq Confidential - Need to Know Required
Writer: M. Church Part Number: 212399-001 File Name: g-appb.doc
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Turn on all external SCSI devices before turning on the power to
the computer. This enables the SCSI controller to recognize the
external devices.
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All SCSI hard drives must be either internal or external, but never
both. The system accommodates a combination of other internal
and external SCSI devices, such as tape and CD-ROM drives.
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Compaq does not recommend mixing different width SCSI devices
on the same SCSI chain or on the same SCSI controller. Mixing
devices of different widths on the same chain or controller will
always result in a data transfer rate of the slowest machine in that
chain. It is acceptable to mix Wide-Ultra2 and Wide-Ultra160
SCSI devices, but do not mix Narrow devices with any devices
other than Narrow devices.
For additional information about optional SCSI devices, refer to the
documentation included with the device or contact your Compaq
authorized dealer, reseller, or service provider.
CAUTION:
Do not route cables near the air intake to the power supply.
Cables routed in this manner can block airflow to the power supply, causing
it to overheat.