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National Instruments GPIB-SCSI-A Getting Started

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Getting Started with
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NI-488.2
for Solaris
GPIB-SCSI-A for Solaris
June 2001 Edition
Part Number 320639B-01

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  • Page 1 GPIB Getting Started with Your GPIB-SCSI-A and ™ NI-488.2 for Solaris GPIB-SCSI-A for Solaris June 2001 Edition Part Number 320639B-01...
  • Page 2 Sweden 08 587 895 00, Switzerland 056 200 51 51, Taiwan 02 2528 7227, United Kingdom 01635 523545 For further support information, see the Technical Support Resources appendix. To comment on the documentation, send e-mail to techpubs@ni.com. Copyright © 1993, 2001 National Instruments Corporation. All rights reserved.
  • Page 3 The reader should consult National Instruments if errors are suspected. In no event shall National Instruments be liable for any damages arising out of or related to this document or the information contained in it.
  • Page 4 Classification requirements are the same for the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) and the Canadian Department of Communications (DOC). Changes or modifications not expressly approved by National Instruments could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment under the FCC Rules.
  • Page 5 Canadian Department of Communications This Class B digital apparatus meets all requirements of the Canadian Interference-Causing Equipment Regulations. Cet appareil numérique de la classe B respecte toutes les exigences du Règlement sur le matériel brouilleur du Canada. Compliance to EU Directives Readers in the European Union (EU) must refer to the Manufacturer's Declaration of Conformity (DoC) for information** pertaining to the CE Mark compliance scheme.
  • Page 6 Conventions The following conventions are used in this manual: This icon denotes a note, which alerts you to important information. This icon denotes a caution, which advises you of precautions to take to avoid injury, data loss, or a system crash. bold Bold text denotes the names of light-emitting diodes (LEDs).

  • Page 7: Table Of Contents

    Using SCSI Terminating Resistors..............2-6 Connecting the Hardware ....................2-8 Step 1. Shut Down the System ................2-9 Step 2. Connect the Cables................2-9 Step 3. Switch On Your GPIB-SCSI-A............2-10 Step 4. Power On Your System...............2-10 Installing NI-488.2......................2-10 Configuring the Software with ibconf (Optional)............2-11 Removing NI-488.2 (Optional)..................2-11...
  • Page 8 Contents Appendix C Technical Support Resources Glossary Index GPIB-SCSI-A for Solaris viii ni.com...

  • Page 9: What You Need To Get Started

    Introduction This chapter explains how to use this manual, lists what you need to get started, and briefly describes the GPIB-SCSI-A and NI-488.2 for Solaris. What You Need to Get Started ❑ Solaris version 2.5.1 or higher installed on your Sun SPARC system ❑...

  • Page 10: Gpib Hardware Overview

    GPIB or SCSI ports and to perform all necessary GPIB-to-SCSI protocol conversions. Standard GPIB cables can connect the GPIB-SCSI-A with up to 14 devices. If you need to connect to more than 14 devices, you can add them to your system using an IEEE 488 extender or expander, such as the National Instruments GPIB-130, GPIB-120A, or GPIB-140A.

  • Page 11: Installation

    NI-488.2 software. The GPIB-SCSI-A is shipped from the factory with a 100-120 V or a 220-240 V power supply. Before you use the GPIB-SCSI-A, verify that the voltage on the power supply matches the voltage that is supplied in your area.

  • Page 12: Configuration Switch Settings For Sw1

    SCSI (S) mode. Optional parity checking on the SCSI port is disabled. The SCSI ID that the GPIB-SCSI-A responds to is set at 5, and the primary GPIB address is set at 0. Additionally, the GPIB-SCSI-A kit is shipped from the factory with a SCSI terminating resistor installed.
  • Page 13 The default settings of switches 1 through 3 are ON, OFF, ON, respectively, to select the SCSI ID of 5. Switches 4 through 8 are OFF, indicating that the GPIB primary address of the GPIB-SCSI-A is 0. Tables 2-1 and 2-2 show the possible configurations of the eight switches for SW1 and what each configuration indicates.
  • Page 14 GPIB Primary Address 23 GPIB Primary Address 24 GPIB Primary Address 25 GPIB Primary Address 26 GPIB Primary Address 27 GPIB Primary Address 28 GPIB Primary Address 29 GPIB Primary Address 30 GPIB Primary Address 0 GPIB-SCSI-A for Solaris ni.com...

  • Page 15: Configuration Switch Settings For Sw2

    Configuration Switch Settings for SW2 The DIP switch at location SW2 on the rear panel (see Figure 2-1) is used to configure the mode of operation for the GPIB-SCSI-A. These switch settings should not be changed for use with the Sun SPARC system.

  • Page 16: Using Scsi Terminating Resistors

    If your GPIB-SCSI-A is located at the end of an SCSI bus, you can prevent echoes by leaving the terminating resistor pack installed on one of the ports on the rear panel of the GPIB-SCSI-A.
  • Page 17 6 SCSI Host Figure 2-4. Location of Terminating Resistors for GPIB-SCSI-A at End of SCSI Bus If your GPIB-SCSI-A is not located at the end of the SCSI bus, remove the terminating resistor pack from the rear panel of the GPIB-SCSI-A. Also ensure that all other devices in the middle of the bus (for example, the SCSI disk drive in Figure 2-5) do not have terminating resistors installed.

  • Page 18: Connecting The Hardware

    2 Terminating Resistors 4 GPIB-SCSI-A 6 SCSI Host Figure 2-5. Location of Terminating Resistors for GPIB-SCSI-A Not at End of SCSI Bus Connecting the Hardware The following are general instructions for connecting the GPIB-SCSI-A to the Sun SPARC system. Consult the chapter on installing external drives in the installation guide that came with your Sun SPARC system for specific instructions and warnings.

  • Page 19: Step 1. Shut Down The System

    Never connect or disconnect SCSI cables when any device (computer, tape drive, Caution GPIB-SCSI-A, and so on) is powered on. Doing so can cause fuses to blow inside the GPIB-SCSI-A and inside other SCSI devices that supply termination power (TERMPWR) to the SCSI bus.

  • Page 20: Step 3. Switch On Your Gpib-Scsi-A

    Installation Step 3. Switch On Your GPIB-SCSI-A Switch on your GPIB-SCSI-A by using the rocker switch on the rear panel. The POWER LED should come on immediately and the READY indicator on the front panel should come on after the GPIB-SCSI-A has passed its power-on self-test, indicating that the unit is ready for operation.

  • Page 21: Configuring The Software With Ibconf (Optional)

    Installation Verification. Removing NI-488.2 (Optional) If you ever decide to stop using your GPIB-SCSI-A, you can remove NI-488.2 from your system. To remove NI-488.2 from the kernel configuration, you must have superuser privilege and the driver must not be in use.

  • Page 22: Installation Verification

    If you are unable to run successfully after you have followed the on-screen instructions, ibtsta refer to Appendix A, Troubleshooting and Common Questions. © National Instruments Corporation GPIB-SCSI-A for Solaris...

  • Page 23: Using Ni-488.2 With Solaris

    • Troubleshoot problems with your application Enter the following command to run ibic ibic For more information about , refer to Chapter 6, ibic, in the ibic NI-488.2M Software Reference Manual. © National Instruments Corporation GPIB-SCSI-A for Solaris...

  • Page 24: Programming Considerations

    For information about each NI-488 function and IEEE 488.2-style function, choosing a programming method, developing your application, or compiling and linking, refer to the NI-488.2M Software Reference Manual. GPIB-SCSI-A for Solaris ni.com...

  • Page 25: Troubleshooting And Common Questions

    The SCSI cable must be securely connected to the GPIB-SCSI-A. • If the GPIB-SCSI-A is the last device on the SCSI bus, make sure that you have placed the terminating resistor pack on one of the SCSI ports on the rear panel of the GPIB-SCSI-A to terminate the SCSI bus. Refer...
  • Page 26 If you already have completed the troubleshooting steps, contact National Instruments. What could be causing a problem if the installation process fails? The most probable reason is that the GPIB-SCSI-A is at a different SCSI Target ID than what you entered during installation. Reinstall using the correct ID.
  • Page 27 Chapter 5, NI-488M Software Characteristics and Functions, in the NI-488.2M Software Reference Manual, for more information. What information should I have before I call National Instruments? Please have the results of the diagnostic test . You also should have ibtsta to try to find the source of your problem.

  • Page 28: Appendix B Specifications

    Specifications This appendix lists the electrical, environmental, and physical specifications of the GPIB-SCSI-A and the recommended operating conditions. Electrical Characteristics Power supply unit........100 to 120 VAC ±10%, 50/60 Hz input 220 to 240 VAC ±10%, 50/60 Hz input Maximum current requirement ....100 to 120 VAC, 90 mA 220 to 240 VAC, 45 mA Fuse rating and type .......
  • Page 29 Appendix B Specifications Physical Characteristics Overall case size ........74.5 by 190.2 by 250.9 mm (2.934 by 7.489 by 9.88 in.) Case material ..........All metal enclosure Rack mounting........Single or dual kits available Weight.............1.81 kg (4 lb) GPIB-SCSI-A for Solaris ni.com...
  • Page 30 Technical Support Resources Web Support National Instruments Web support is your first stop for help in solving installation, configuration, and application problems and questions. Online problem-solving and diagnostic resources include frequently asked questions, knowledge bases, product-specific troubleshooting wizards, manuals, drivers, software updates, and more. Web support is available through the Technical Support section of ni.com...
  • Page 31 Appendix C Technical Support Resources Worldwide Support National Instruments has offices located around the world to help address your support needs. You can access our branch office Web sites from the Worldwide Offices section of . Branch office Web sites provide ni.com...
  • Page 32 GPIB General Purpose Interface Bus hertz IEEE Institute of Electrical and Electronic Engineers inches pounds light-emitting diode meters megabytes of memory random-access memory seconds SCSI Small Computer System Interface (bus) © National Instruments Corporation GPIB-SCSI-A for Solaris...
  • Page 33 Glossary volts volts alternating current volts direct current GPIB-SCSI-A for Solaris ni.com...
  • Page 34 POWER LED, 2-10 software, 2-11 READY LED, 2-10 connecting cables, 2-9 rear panel (figure), 2-1 connecting GPIB-SCSI-A to SPARC system troubleshooting, A-1 connecting cables, 2-9 powering on the GPIB-SCSI-A, 2-10 powering on your system, 2-10 shutting down the system, 2-9...
  • Page 35 C-1 programming considerations, 4-2 terminating resistors removing, 2-11 GPIB-SCSI-A at end point of SCSI bus, 2-6 verification error, A-2 GPIB-SCSI-A not at end point of SCSI bus, 2-7 troubleshooting overview hardware, A-1 GPIB-SCSI-A, 1-2 NI-488.2, A-1 NI-488.2, 1-2...

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