Seagate Scorpion 96, Installation Manual

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DAT Autoloader Installation Manual 1
1. Introduction
About this user’s guide
This user’s guide contains information on installing and
operating the Scorpion 96 DAT autoloader.
This chapter summarizes the key features of the Autoloader.
Chapter 2 lists precautions to take while installing the drive
and describes how to remove the shipping restraints. The
third chapter describe how to configure and mount the
internal drive. Chapter 4 describes how to configure and
attach the external drive. Chapter 5 provides operation and
maintenance instructions. Chapter 6 lists drive technical
specifications and Chapter 7 summarizes sources of
technical support information.
About the Scorpion 96 autoloader
The Seagate internal Autoloader is a fully integrated,
intelligent, multicartridge digital audio tape (DAT) system that
supports the DDS (Digital Data Storage), DDS-1, DDS-2 and
DDS-3 tape formats. It includes a retractable drawer to
accommodate multicartridge loader magazines.
The internal autoloader is designed to be installed inside a
computer, in a 5.25-inch, full-height drive bay. The external
autoloader is designed to be used as a standalone SCSI
device.
The Scorpion 96 autoloader combines established DAT
technology, high density recording and hardware data-
compression capability, and Seagate's proven computer-
grade DAT-drive design to provide unmatched reliability and
performance.