Chapter 1 - PL Basics
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PL-5910 Series User Manual
MS: Combination of 2 units - Master or Slave, is possible.
M: Used only for Master.
S: Used only for Slave.
• Since the PL unit's hard disk drive (HDD) is a consumable item, i.e. it
has a finite usage lifetime, be sure to back up its data frequently and
perform regular maintenance.
• The Hard Disk lifetime given here may be reduced due to unforeseen
environmental factors, however, generally speaking, at an operating
temperature of 20
o
C and assuming 333 hours of operation (HDD mo-
tor is ON) per month (an access time of 20% or less), the HDD unit
should last for 20,000 hours (power is ON) or approximately 5 years,
whichever comes first.
•
The PL is equipped with three IDE interfaces. Two can be used by the HDD or
FFD units (PL-5911T can use only one), and one can be used by either the CD-
ROM drive or the Mirror Disk unit. Physically, even though up to three IDE
drive units can be connected at the same time, IDE interface specifications
require that a controller's simultaneous operation be limited to a single master
and slave unit, for a total of two devices. The following chart shows the combi-
nations available when using two IDE units (PL-5911T can use only one).
Commercially Available Items
PL-5910 Series units can all use commercially available expansion boards (PCI/ISA
compatible) as well as a standard keyboard, mouse, printer, and USB-compatible
devices. However, among the commercially available USB devices, not all will be
compatible with the PL unit.
•
Be sure to use only DIM modules manufactured by Digital. Installing other
DIM modules may result in either damage to or failure of the PL, and will void
your warranty.
•
When using USB type devices, be sure they are USB compatible, and be sure to
read that device's Installation Guide prior to connecting it to the PL.
MS M
M
M
M
S
S
S
CD-ROM Drive Unit
S
S
S
S
CF Card Unit
S
S
S
M
M
M
M MS
