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Chapter 2. Preparing to Install the 20/40GB 4MM Internal Tape Drive
This chapter covers all the things you need to do before you install your 20/40GB 4MM
Internal Tape Drive. Preparing to install the tape drive involves the following tasks:
v Verifying your software requirements
v Making sure your package is complete
v Gathering tools and documentation
v Planning your SCSI device layout
v Determining your SCSI address.
Verifying Your Software Requirements
The 20/40GB 4MM Internal Tape Drive is supported on AIX 4.3.0 or later.
Checking Prerequisites
Check that your package contains the following items:
v The 20/40GB 4MM Internal Tape Drive
v Media kit containing:
– 1 data cartridge
– 1 cleaning cartridge
– 1 test tape
– jumpers (located in a plastic bag)
v Specific hardware for attaching the tape drive to your specific system, as detailed on
the parts listing that comes with your 20/40GB 4MM Internal Tape Drive
Needed Tools and Documentation
The following tools and documentation are needed to complete the installation:
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A flat-bladed screwdriver
v Your system unit documentation, including any service documentation
v Your operating system documentation
Contact the place of purchase if an item is missing or damaged.
Planning Your SCSI Device Layout
SCSI devices are attached in a daisy-chain configuration to a SCSI adapter inside your
system unit. SCSI devices can be installed inside your system unit or connected
externally. When you connect more than one SCSI device, it is important that you plan
the layout of your SCSI chain. Each device in the chain has a unique SCSI address
(also called a SCSI ID). A terminator is required at each end of the SCSI chain.
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