Tools You May Need; Preparing The Computer - HP C5644A - SureStore Travan T4i Tape Drive User Manual

Tools You May Need

You may need the following tools to complete the installation:


A medium-size Phillips screwdriver


A medium-size flat-bladed screwdriver (if your computer uses slotted screws)


A Torx screwdriver (if your computer uses Torx screws)


Needle-nose pliers


A grounding mat or wrist strap (optional but recommended)

Preparing the Computer

Before you begin the installation process, ensure that your computer is equipped with
a SCSI host adapter or on-board SCSI controller with its associated driver installed
according to the directions in its installation guide.
You may want to have your computer manuals available for reference during this
procedure.
Caution Static electricity can damage electronic components. Turn all equipment off before
removing the computer's cover. A grounding mat or wrist strap provides the best
protection against static. If you don't have either of these, always touch the
computer's chassis before touching any internal boards or devices.
1 If there are other SCSI devices in your computer, you may want to check their SCSI
ID numbers and termination status before you switch off the computer. See "Planning
the SCSI Bus" on page 1-9 for more information.
2 Close down all applications, switch off the computer and any peripherals, and unplug
them from the power outlets.
3 Remove the cover from your computer.
As you work inside your computer, you may find that you have to disconnect the
Caution
internal SCSI cable or power cable from other devices to maneuver the new tape drive
into place. If you do this, take note of existing cable connections and their orientation,
so you can put them back correctly later.
Installing an Internal Tape Drive
Tools You May Need
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