Small Computer Systems Interface
Use the SCSI connectors to connect external SCSI devices such as DDS–format tape drives and
CD–ROM drives. Consult the documentation that accompanies each SCSI device for specific
information concerning its use. Refer to Appendix C of the J Class Owner's Guide for information about
connecting SCSI devices to the workstation.
Unit or Mass Storage Device
SCSI host controller
First Hard Disk Drive
Second Hard Disk Drive
DDS Tape Drive
CD ROM Disk Drive
SCSI Floppy
Arbitration priorities for the single–ended and fast, differential SCSI–2 buses follow
the order 7 through 0. Never use SCSI address7 for any device. Address 7 is always reserved for the host
SCSI controller.
Function
Type:
Data rate:
Device limits:
Connector type:
Maximum external cable length:
Recommended Bus Address
7
6
5
3
2
0
Data
SCSI–II (ANSI X3.131–1986), single–ended
Synchronous – 5 MBs/second
7 internal and/or external peripherals
SCSI–II, ALT–1 50–pin high–density thumb-
screw
4 meters (13.1 feet)
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