This chapter describes how to install the SDLT 600 tape drive. This includes configuration jumper
settings, connector pin assignments, installation instructions, power and signal cabling descriptions,
and operating instructions. This chapter also includes information on configuring and connecting the
tabletop version of the tape drive into a system.
This chapter covers the following topics:
"Warranty Note"
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void your warranty.
"Safety, Handling, and ESD Protection"
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with the SDLT 600 tape drive system.
"Pre-Installation Guidelines"
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system. This includes recording the model and serial numbers, and checking that the proper SCSI
(or Fibre Channel) controller and cable have been delivered.
"Configuring and Installing an Internal Tape Drive with SCSI Interface"
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configure and install an internal tape drive with the SCSI interface into a system.
"Configuring and Installing an Internal Tape Drive with Fibre Channel Interface"
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configure and install an internal tape drive with the Fibre Channel interface into a system.
"Configuring and Installing a Tabletop Tape Drive"
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tabletop version of the tape drive.
"Confirming the Installation"
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correctly.
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Warranty Note
Please refer to the warranty before installing your tape drive. Certain actions taken during installation
could void the warranty if not properly conducted.
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Installing Your Tape Drive
provides a general reminder of certain precautions to follow so that you do not
describes proper steps to take before installing the tape drive in a
describes how to confirm that the tape drive has been installed
March 2004
describes appropriate safeguards to use when working
describes how to configure and install the
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