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March 5th, 2004 13:00
Installing Sony AIT Autoloader in PowerEdge 4300
I want to install a Sony AIT autoloader (68 pin connector) internally in my 4300. The machine currently as a 50 pin SCSI CD-rom installed, and then a single 68 pin LVD connector which runs to an external connector. I have two options:
1. Get a 50 pin to 68 pin adaptor and attach the tape drive to the CD-rom cable. What ID should the drive be set to if this is used?
2. Get a 68 pin cable and use the connector that the external port is connected to. I don't forsee any need for the external connector at all. What ID should the drive be set to if this is used?
The tape drive has an auto-termination setting. Do I leave this enabled or not?
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March 10th, 2004 18:00
Hi,
I would prefer the tape drive alone on the 68 pin cable. This will make troubleshooting easier in the event of trouble.
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Birchyboy
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March 10th, 2004 18:00
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March 10th, 2004 18:00
Hi,
1. The adapter part number is 1704T. The default Scsi ID for factory installed tape drives is ID 6.
2. The 68 pin cable is part number 1192P. Tha cable has a terminator built in, I would leave the drive terminated also. Scsi ID 6 applies here too.
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