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2. Connect the power cable connector to the four-pin connector on the tape drive
Step 6. Completing the installation
Check your work before closing the computer.
1. Be sure that the power and SCSI connectors are securely attached. Be sure that
2. Replace the computer cover and secure it in place.
3. Reconnect the cables and then reconnect the power cords.
Step 7. Turning on the device
Turn on all the attached devices; then turn on your computer. The tape drive
performs a power-on self-test (POST) within 15 seconds, and then performs a drive
reset. You may hear a slight buzzing sound as POST completes. This is normal
Step 8. Updating the configuration
For most computers, the configuration-setup utility program automatically
recognizes the new tape drive. However, you might have to provide information
about your system changes after you restart your computer.
Ensure that the appropriate advanced SCSI programming interface (ASPI) device
drivers are installed to support the tape drive. Device drivers are usually provided
with the SCSI adapter.
If your computer does not recognize the tape drive after startup or if you receive
startup errors, run the configuration-setup utility program as described in the
documentation that comes with your computer. Press the Unload button on the
right side of the drive front panel to eject any tape that might be inserted and to
reset the drive. If the problem persists, turn off the computer; then turn it back on.
If the problem continues, see "Troubleshooting" on page 2-2 for further steps.
Step 9. Installing backup and restore software
The tape drive is used for backing up and restoring data. Consequently, to use the
drive, you must install an appropriate backup and restore application for your
computer operating system. Use the instruction below that best fits your situation:
v If you are using your own software, follow the directions that come with your
v If you are using the hardware installation support that your operating system
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as shown in the illustration.
Attention: Do not force the power cable into the tape drive power connector. If the power
cable is upside down and you force the connection, you might damage the drive.
If all the power cables are in use, purchase a dc Y-splitter cable, which is
available at most electronics stores. Split a cable to make a connection available
for the tape drive.
the cables are neatly routed.
software.
provides, and the operating system requests a device driver, insert the
Documentation CD and look in the "device driver" folder. If the required device
driver is not included on the Documentation CD, you can go to
www-3.ibm.com/pc/support and search for "59P6745" for a list of new and
updated drivers.
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