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Appendix
The S-AIT library and the host computer cannot
communicate with each other
• Verify that the host computer is on.
• Verify that the SCSI adapter card is correctly installed in the host computer.
• Verify that the SCSI ID of the unit is unique. Duplicate SCSI IDs cannot be
used on one SCSI bus.
• Verify that the SCSI cable is correctly connected to the unit and the host
computer. Push the connectors into their receptacles and, if necessary, tighten
the screws until they are firmly seated. For details, see “Connecting the SCSI
Bus Cable” on page 20.
• Verify that the SCSI bus is terminated correctly. For details, see “Connecting
the SCSI Bus Cable” on page 20.
• Verify that all the connector pins are undamaged. Remove the terminator and
cable connectors, and inspect them for bent, recessed, or missing pins.
Replace the damaged component if necessary.
• Verify whether there are too many SCSI devices on the SCSI bus. The
maximum permissible number of SCSI devices on the SCSI bus is sixteen,
including the SCSI host adapter card.
• Verify that all the connected SCSI devices are LVD devices.
The S-AIT library is an LVD device. Do not connect HVD devices to the unit.
• Verify the length of the SCSI cable. On LVD SCSI, make sure that the total
length of SCSI cable that connects the last device on the SCSI bus with the
host computer (the whole length including both internal and external cables)
does not exceed 12 m (39.4 ft.). The internal cable of the library measures 2 m.
• After you power on the library, wait until the LCD panel displays “<<<ON
LINE>>>.” Then verify that the host computer is powered on. If the host
computer is turned on immediately after the library is powered on, the host
computer may not correctly detect the SCSI IDs.
Your software does not detect the unit
• Verify that your software supports the S-AIT library. For details about
software that can be used on the S-AIT library and supported operating
systems, contact your dealer.
• Verify that the software is correctly installed and set up on the host computer.
• Some application software may require a device driver that loads the data
from the library. Install a device driver based on your operating system. For
device drivers, refer to the Sony Web site where you can download the
Operating Instructions.