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Setting the SCSI ID
Each SCSI device attached to the server that is to be the host
for the DLT VS 40/80 GB tape drive must have a unique SCSI
ID. Check the SCSI IDs on all other devices attached to the
selected SCSI bus, including the SCSI host adapter itself, on
the selected server and select an unused SCSI ID for the tape
drive. If the drive factory default SCSI ID 6 is not being used
by another device on the same SCSI bus, you do not need to
change the SCSI ID.
Figure 1: Rear view of internal tape drive
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68-pin SCSI connector
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Power connector
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SCSI ID jumpers
Note:
If the tape drive is attached to a narrow SCSI bus, only IDs 0
through 7 are valid.
Locate the SCSI ID jumpers on the rear panel of the drive as
shown in Figure 1. Use Figure 2 to select the desired SCSI ID.
Figure 2: SCSI ID settings
Note:
The SCSI ID can be set up to 15, but a SCSI ID above 6 is not
recommended.
Note:
SCSI ID 7 is reserved for the controller.
Terminating the Tape Drive
If the DLT VS 40/80 GB tape drive is the only SCSI device –
other than the SCSI host adapter – on the selected server, it
must be terminated. Likewise, if the DLT VS 40/80 GB tape
drive is the last device on the selected server SCSI bus, it must
be terminated.
The DLT VS 40/80 GB tape drive ships with a ribbon cable
that is already terminated as shown in Figure 3. If you use a
cable other than the one provided, be sure that the cable is
terminated at each end.
Figure 3: Ribbon cable with terminator
Installing the Internal Tape Drive
Caution:
Electrostatic discharge (ESD) can damage
electronic components. Be sure you are properly grounded
before beginning this procedure. Refer to Appendix B,
“Electrostatic Discharge,” in the
HP StorageWorks DLT VS
40/80 GB Tape Drive Reference Guide
for additional
information.
1. Shut down the operating system and power off the selected
server. Turn off all attached peripherals such as printers and
other SCSI devices. Remove the power cable from the host
server and all attached peripherals.
Caution:
Failure to follow these instructions could result in
damage to the DLT VS 40/80 GB tape drive or other
devices.
2. Remove the cover from the host server to allow access to
the desired drive bay.
Note:
Your server may differ from the following illustrations; refer to
the documentation included with your server.
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SCSI ID
0
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6
Jumper
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