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and follow the software links. The CDs also contain backup applications that
are used with other products but are not applicable to the 110/220 GB SDLT
Internal Tape Drive. Supported tape drive configurations can be found on the
IBM Server Compatibility Web page at http://www.ibm.com/pc/compat
Installation requirements
To install this drive, you must have the following:
v A low voltage differential (Ultra2) SCSI host adapter
v Documentation for your computer, SCSI bus adapter, or external enclosure
v An Ultra2 LVD active terminator if you are installing the tape drive at the
end of an Ultra2 LVD SCSI device chain
v Phillips head and flat blade screwdrivers for the mounting screws, and for
opening your computer
v Flat-nose pliers (optional) to install and remove jumpers
v An available 5.25-inch half high drive bay
Installing the drive
This section contains information on installing the tape drive in IBM servers
and in other computers.
Installing the drive in IBM servers
The tape drive is compatible with the Netfinity
7600 and 8500R servers. The tape drive can be installed internally in the IBM
eserver xseries 230, 240, 250, 340, and 260. It can be installed externally, using
an IBM 3551001 enclosure, in the IBM eserver xseries 200, 220, 230, 240, 250,
330, 340, 350 and 370. Refer to the documentation that comes with the server
for detailed instructions on installing the tape drive.
General installation instructions
Follow these steps to install the tape drive.
Step 1. Selecting a SCSI ID
Each device on a SCSI bus must have a unique SCSI ID. You can select a SCSI
ID from 0 to 15 for the tape drive. The SCSI ID must be supported by your
SCSI adapter. Refer to your SCSI adapter documentation for the range and
relative priority of the IDs supported. The tape drive is shipped with the SCSI
ID preset to 5.
2. SCSI termination might be provided with your computer or SCSI adapter. Refer to the
documentation that comes with your computer or SCSI adapter for more information.
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