Quantum Audio drive DDS-4 - Manual (Page 33)

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Installing external tape drives
This chapter describes how to install external DDS-4 and DAT 72 drives.
Topics in this chapter are:
• “Unpacking” on page 33
• “What Else You Need” on page 33
• “Installation Summary” on page 34
• “Registering Your Tape Drive” on page 39
NOTE: If you have an internal drive, refer to Chapter 3 for installation instructions.
Unpacking
Before you unpack the contents of your drive package, inspect the shipping containers for damage.
If you spot damage to the container, notify your carrier immediately.
When you unpack the package, compare the items received with those on the packing list. If any
item is missing or damaged, please contact your place of purchase immediately.
What Else You Need
In addition to the contents included with your external tape drive, you need the following items to
install your external tape drive.
• A SCSI host bus adapter that is properly installed and configured in a host computer
• A 50-to-68 pin adapter, if your computer has a narrow SCSI interface connector.