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Note: For optimal performance, it is highly recommended to use a dedicated
SCSI bus for this tape device. Mixing this device with hard disk drives
on the same SCSI bus will degrade performance.
Follow these guidelines to select a SCSI ID:
v Assign the tape drive to one of the higher priority IDs available (0–6).
v Assign the lower priority ID numbers (8-15) to those devices that are most
often used or are faster than other devices in the chain.
v Do not assign an ID of 7, because this is usually used as the SCSI adapter
ID.
Depending on your computer, there are several ways to view your current
SCSI ID settings:
v For many IBM computers, press F1 during the startup after the memory
check completes. Other adapters show SCSI settings when you press Ctrl A.
Check the documentation that comes with your computer or SCSI adapter
for information on how to view configuration information.
v Use SCSI adapter utility programs, if available.
v Inspect the installed SCSI devices to see how the jumpers that determine the
IDs are set.
Step 2. Preparing for installation
To prepare for installation:
1. Turn off all attached devices.
2. Turn off the computer.
3. Unplug the power cords for the computer.
4. Disconnect all cables from the computer and all attached devices.
5. Open the computer. For specific information on opening your computer,
refer to the documentation that comes with your computer.
6. If you are installing the drive in an external storage enclosure, turn off the
power to the enclosure.
Attention: Tape drives are sensitive to static electricity discharge. The drive is
wrapped in a static-protective bag to prevent damage.
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