DLT VS160 Tape Drive Quick Install Guide
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Figure 1:
Back of Tape Drive
Figure 2:
Connect the Cables
Figure 3:
Back of Tape Drive
SCSI host
adapter
SCSI
cable
Terminator
On
Off
SCSI
cable
Power
cable
Tabletop Tape Drive (en)
Step 1: Inspect and Prepare the Tape Drive
a. Inspect the shipping box for damage. If you find any damage, report it to the shipping
company immediately.
Note:
Save the packing materials in case you need to move or ship the tape drive. You must ship
the tape drive in the original or equivalent packing materials to preserve your warranty.
b. Change the SCSI ID for your tape drive, if necessary. See Figure 1. Use a small screwdriver or
ballpoint pen to press the buttons above or below the SCSI ID to increase or decrease the number.
For complete instructions, see the Installation and Operations Guide.
c. Select a location near the server or workstation that will host your tape drive. Shut down and
power off the host and all peripheral devices attached to the selected host. If necessary, install an
LVD/SE host bus adapter in the server or workstation.
Step 2: Connect the Tape Drive
a. Connect the SCSI cable to the tape drive and to the SCSI host bus adapter — or to the
previous device on the SCSI bus. See Figures 2 and 3.
b. Connect an active LVD/SE terminator onto one end of your tape drive, if it is the last or only
device on the SCSI bus. See Figure 3.
Note:
If the tape drive is not the last or only device on the SCSI bus, make sure the last device on
the SCSI bus is properly terminated
and
is powered on whenever you use your tape drive.
c. Ensure that the power switch on the rear panel of the tape drive is in the OFF position. See
Figure 3. Connect the power cable to your tape drive and plug the power cable in to the nearest
power outlet.
d. Connect the power cables to the host server or workstation and all peripheral devices.
e. Power on your tape drive and any attached peripheral devices.
f. Power on the server or workstation and allow its operating system to start.
Note:
Turn to the last page for information on additional resources.
