IBM 4690 User manual

IBM 4690 Store System:
TR-4 Tape Drive User’s Guide
Last Updated: February 19, 1998
IBM

IBM 4690 Store System:
TR-4 Tape Drive User’s Guide
Last Updated: February 19, 1998
IBM

© Copyright International Business Machines Corporation 1998. All rights reserved.
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Contents
Notices .............. v
Trademarks.............. v
Preface ..............vii
Who Should Read This Manual ....... vii
How This Manual is Organized ....... vii
Related Publications ........... vii
Store System Related Publications — Software vii
Store System Related Publications — Hardware ix
General Publications.......... x
Chapter 1. Overview......... 1
Chapter 2. Tape Drive Installation . . . 3
Installing the TR-4 EIDE Tape Drive...... 3
Step 1. Preparing for Installation ...... 3
Step 2. Configuring the IDE Drive ..... 3
Step 3. Mounting the Drive........ 6
Step 4. Attaching the Cables ....... 6
Step 5. Completing the Installation ..... 6
Installing the TR-4 SCSI Internal Tape Drive . . . 7
Step 1. Planning Your SCSI Configuration . . 7
Step 2. Preparing for Installation ...... 7
Step 3. Configuring the SCSI Drive ..... 8
Step 4. Mounting the Drive........ 8
Step 5. Attaching the SCSI and Power Cables 9
Step 6. Completing the Installation ..... 9
Installing the External SCSI Drive ...... 9
Step 1. Planning Your SCSI Configuration . . 10
Step 2. Preparing for Installation ......10
Step 3. Configuring the Drive .......10
Step 4. Completing the Installation ..... 11
Upgrading the Firmware ......... 11
Upgrading the Firmware for the Store Controller 11
Upgrading the Firmware for the Tape Drive 11
Installing the Software .......... 11
Enabling the Feature .........12
Selecting the Correct EIDE Tape Drive....12
Chapter 3. Using the Tape Drive....13
Loading and Unloading Tape Cartridges ....13
Setting the Write-Protect Switch .......13
Reviewing Performance Considerations ....13
Checking the Reliability of the Tape Data ....14
Listing a Tape .............14
Erasing a Tape ............14
Messages ..............14
Chapter 4. Tape Drive Specifications 19
Physical Specifications ..........19
Power Requirements...........19
Drive-Performance Specifications ......20
Environmental Requirements ........20
Tape Cartridge Specifications and Capacities . . 21
Regulatory Compliance ..........21
Chapter 5. Maintenance and
Troubleshooting ..........23
Maintenance .............23
Caring for Tape Cartridges........23
Cleaning the Tape Head ........23
Troubleshooting ............24
EIDE Tape Drive ...........24
EIDE and SCSI Tape Drives .......24
Safety ...............25
Disconnecting ............25
Connecting .............25
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Notices
References in this publication to IBM products, programs, or services do not imply
that IBM intends to make these available in all countries in which IBM operates.
Any reference to an IBM product, program, or service is not intended to state or
imply that only IBM’s product, program, or service may be used. Any functionally
equivalent product, program, or service that does not infringe any of IBM’s
intellectual property rights may be used instead of the IBM product, program, or
service. Evaluation and verification of operation in conjunction with other
products, except those expressly designated by IBM, is the user’s responsibility.
IBM may have patents or pending patent applications covering subject matter in
this document. The furnishing of this document does not give you any license to
these patents. You can send license inquiries, in writing, to the IBM Director of
Licensing, IBM Corporation, 500 Columbus Avenue, THORNWOOD NY 10594
USA.
Trademarks
The following terms are trademarks of the IBM Corporation in the United States or
other countries or both:
AISPO
AIX
NetView
OS/2
OS/400
PC 300
Personal System/2
PS/2
Systems Applications Architecture
Other company, product, and service names may be trademarks or service marks
of others.
Microsoft, Windows, Windows NT, and the Windows 95 logo are trademarks or
registered trademarks of Microsoft Corporation.
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Preface
This book describes the 4690 Store System support for both the SCSI and the EIDE
tape drives.
Who Should Read This Manual
This book is intended for users who are familiar with hardware and software
installation procedures, and also with the concepts and facilities of the IBM 4690
OS Version 2 (hereafter called the operating system) and the IBM 4690 Store
System.
How This Manual is Organized
This book contains 5 chapters. The following list briefly describes each chapter of
the book.
v“Chapter 1. Overview” on page 1 provides a general overview of the tape drives
including tape capacity and reliability information.
v“Chapter 2. Tape Drive Installation” on page 3 provides instructions on installing
the hardware and software for the tape drives.
v“Chapter 3. Using the Tape Drive” on page 13 provides operating instructions for
the tape drives.
v“Chapter 4. Tape Drive Specifications” on page 19 provides specifications and
requirements for the tape drive.
v“Chapter 5. Maintenance and Troubleshooting” on page 23 provides instructions
on performing maintenance on the tape drive. It also contains troubleshooting
information.
Related Publications
A CD-ROM is available that contains the online books that are a part of the IBM
Store Systems Library Collection, SK2T-0331.
Store System Related Publications — Software
IBM 4690 Store System Library
IBM 4690 Store System: Touch Screen Support for 4690 OS Programming Guide,
SC30-3780
IBM 4690 OS V2: Planning, Installation, and Configuration Guide, GC30-3984
IBM 4690 OS V2: Programming Guide, SC30-3987
IBM 4690 OS V2: User’s Guide, SC30-3983
IBM 4690 OS V2: Communications Programming Reference, SC30-3986
IBM 4690 OS V2: Messages Guide, SC30-3985
IBM 4680 Store System: Preparing Your Site, GA27-3692
IBM 4680 BASIC: Language Reference, SC30-3356
IBM 4680 Store System: Display Manager User’s Guide, SC30-3404
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IBM 4690 Store System: 4690 Terminal Services for DOS User’s Guide, SC30-3688
IBM 4680 and 4680-90 General Sales Application
IBM 4680-90 General Sales Application: Planning and Installation Guide, GC30-3630
IBM 4680-90 General Sales Application: Guide to Operations, SC30-3632
IBM 4680-90 General Sales Application: Programming Guide, SC30-3631
IBM 4680 General Sales Application – Price Management Feature: User’s Guide,
SC30-3461
IBM 4680 General Sales Application – Terminal Offline Feature: User’s Guide,
SC30-3499
IBM 4680-90 General Sales Application: Full Screen – Guide to Operations,
SC30-3664
IBM 4680-90 General Sales Application: Master Index, GX27-3958
IBM 4680 and 4680-90 Supermarket Application
IBM 4680-90 Supermarket Application: Planning and Installation Guide, GC30-3633
IBM 4680-90 Supermarket Application: Guide to Operations, SC30-3635
IBM 4680-90 Supermarket Application: Programming Guide, SC30-3634
IBM 4680 Supermarket Application – Terminal Offline Feature: User’s Guide,
SC30-3512
IBM 4680 Supermarket Application – Electronic Funds Transfer Feature: User’s Guide,
SC30-3513
IBM 4680-4690 Supermarket Application – Electronic Funds Transfer Feature
Enhancement: User’s Guide, SC30-3718
IBM 4680-90 Supermarket Application: Master Index, GX27-3957
IBM 4680 Chain Drug Sales Application
IBM 4680 Chain Drug Sales Application: Planning and Installation Guide,
GC30-3412
IBM 4680 Chain Drug Sales Application: Guide to Operations, SC30-3413
IBM 4680 Chain Drug Sales Application: Programming Guide, SC30-3414
IBM 4680 Store Management Application
IBM 4680 Store Management Application: Planning and Installation Guide,
GC30-3483
IBM 4680 Store Management Application: Guide to Operations, SC30-3484
IBM 4680 Store Management Application: Programming Guide, SC30-3487
IBM 4680 Store Management Application – Inventory Control Feature: User’s Guide,
SC30-3485
IBM 4680 Store Management Application – Price Management Feature: User’s Guide,
SC30-3486
IBM Systems Application Architecture
IBM Systems Application Architecture: Common Programming Interface
Communications Reference, SC26-4399
In-Store Processing
In-Store Processing: Application Development Guide, SC30-3534
In-Store Processing: IBM AIX – Application Development Guide, SC30-3537
In-Store Processing: IBM OS/2 Extended Edition – Application Development Guide,
SC30-3538
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In-Store Processing: IBM OS/400 – Application Development Guide, SC30-3535
In-Store Processing: IBM 4680 OS – Application Development Guide, SC30-3536
Store System Related Publications — Hardware
IBM 4694 Point-of-Sale Terminals
IBM 4694 Point-of-Sale Terminals: Installation and Operation Guide, SA27-4005
IBM Store Systems: Installation and Operation for Point-of-Sale Input/Output Devices,
GA27-4028
IBM 4693, 4694, and 4695 Point-of-Sale Terminals: Hardware Service Manual,
SY27-0337
IBM Store Systems: Hardware Service Manual for Point-of-Sale Input/Output Devices,
SY27-0339
IBM Store Systems: Parts Catalog, S131-0097
IBM 4693 Point-of-Sale Terminals
IBM 4693 Point-of-Sale Terminals: Installation and Operation Guide, SA27-3978
IBM Store Systems: Installation and Operation for Point-of-Sale Input/Output Devices,
GA27-4028
IBM 4693 Point-of-Sale Terminals: Setup Instructions, P/N 73G1012
IBM 4693 Point-of-Sale Terminals: Quick Reference Card, P/N 73G1022
IBM 4693, 4694, and 4695 Point-of-Sale Terminals: Maintenance and Test Summary,
SX27-3919
IBM 4693, 4694, and 4695 Point-of-Sale Terminals: Hardware Service Manual,
SY27-0337
IBM Store Systems: Hardware Service Manual for Point-of-Sale Input/Output Devices,
SY27-0339
IBM Store Systems: Parts Catalog, S131-0097
IBM 4693 Point-of-Sale Terminals: Reference Diskette, SX27-3918
IBM 4693 Point-of-Sale Terminals: Diagnostic Diskette, SX27-3928
IBM 4693 Point-of-Sale Terminals: Support Diskette for Medialess Terminals,
SX27-3929
IBM 4683/4684 Point-of-Sale Terminals
IBM 4683 Point-of-Sale Terminal: Installation Guide, SA27-3783
IBM 4684 Point-of-Sale Terminal: Installation Guide, SA27-3837
IBM 4684 Point-of-Sale Terminal: Introduction and Planning Guide, SA27-3835
IBM 4684 Store Loop Adapter/A: Installation, Testing, Problem Determination, and
Technical Reference, SD21-0045
IBM 4683/4684 Point-of-Sale Terminal: Operations Guide, SA27-3704
IBM 4680 Store System and IBM 4683/4684 Point-of-Sale Terminal: Problem
Determination Guide, SY27-0330
IBM 4684 Point-of-Sale Terminal: Maintenance Summary Card, SX27-3885
IBM 4680 Store System: Terminal Test Procedures Reference Summary, GX27-3779
IBM 4683/4684 Point-of-Sale Terminal: Maintenance Manual, SY27-0295
IBM Store Systems: Hardware Service Manual for Point-of-Sale Input/Output Devices,
SY27-0339
IBM Store Systems: Hardware Technical Reference, SY27-0336
IBM Store Systems: Parts Catalog, S131-0097
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Scanners
IBM 1520 Hand-Held Scanner User’s Guide, GA27-3685
IBM 4686 Retail Point-of-Sale Scanner: Physical Planning, Installation, and Operation
Guide, SA27-3854
IBM 4686 Retail Point-of-Sale Scanner: Maintenance Manual, SY27-0319
IBM 4687 Point-of-Sale Scanner Model 1: Physical Planning, Installation, and
Operation Guide, SA27-3855
IBM 4687 Point-of-Sale Scanner Model 1: Maintenance Manual, SY27-0317
IBM 4687 Point-of-Sale Scanner Model 2: Physical Planning Guide, SA27-3882
IBM 4687 Point-of-Sale Scanner Model 2: Operator’s Guide, SA27-3884
IBM 4687 Point-of-Sale Scanner Model 2: Maintenance Manual, SY27-0324
IBM 4696 Point-of-Sale Scanner Scale: Physical Planning, Installation, and Operation
Guide, GA27-3965
IBM 4696 Point-of-Sale Scanner Scale: Maintenance Manual, SY27-0333
IBM 4696 Point-of-Sale Scanner Scale: Specification Sheet, G221-3361
IBM 4697 Point-of-Sale Scanner Model 001: Maintenance Manual, SY27-0338
IBM 4697 Point-of-Sale Scanner Model 001: Physical Planning, Installation, and
Operations Guide, SY27-3990
IBM Personal Computer and IBM Personal System/2
IBM Personal System/2 – Model 50 Quick Reference and Reference Diskette,
S68X-2247
IBM Personal System/2 – Model 60 Quick Reference and Reference Diskette,
S68X-2213
IBM Personal System/2 – Model 70 Quick Reference and Reference Diskette,
S68X-2308
IBM Personal System/2 – Model 80 Quick Reference and Reference Diskette,
S68X-2284
IBM Personal System/2 – Store Loop Adapter/A – Supplements for the Hardware
Maintenance Library, SK2T-0319
Cabling
A Building Planning Guide for Communication Wiring, G320-8059
IBM Cabling System Planning and Installation Guide, GA27-3361
IBM Cabling System Catalog, G570-2040
Using the IBM Cabling System with Communication Products, GA27-3620
Networks
IBM Local Area Network Support Program, IBM P/N 83X7873
IBM Token-Ring Network Introduction and Planning Guide, GA27-3677
IBM Personal System/2 Store Loop Adapter/A: Installation and Setup Instructions,
SK2T-0318
General Publications
Advanced Data Communications for Stores – General Information, GH20-2188
Distributed Systems Executive – General Information, GH19-6394
Communications Manager X.25 Programming Guide, SC31-6167
IBM Disk Operating System 4.0 Command Reference, S628-0253
IBM Proprinters, SC31-3793
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IBM 4680 Support for COBOL Version 2 (Softcopy provided with the product)
IBM 4680 Store System Regression Tester (Softcopy provided with the product)
IBM 4680 X.25 Application Programming Interface, GG24-3952
NetView Distribution Manager: General Information, GH19-6587
Systems Network Architecture: General Overview, GC30-3073
IBM Local Area Network Administrator’s Guide, GA27-6367
DSX Preparing and Tracking Transmission Plans, SH19-6399
IBM Dictionary of Computing (New York; McGraw-Hill, Inc., 1993)
DSX Preparing and Tracking Transmission Plans, SH19-6399
IBM Local Area Network Support Program, IBM P/N 83X7873
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Chapter 1. Overview
The operating system provides support for the following tape drives:
vEIDE Internal
vSCSI Internal
vSCSI External
Refer to the IBM 4690 OS V2: User’s Guide for more information on using the
Streaming Tape Drive Utility.
The following table shows the tape drives supported.
Name Manufacturer Model Number Part Number
IBM 4.0/8.0GB TR4 Internal
EIDE Tape Drive Options by IBM 2359 06H9720
Seagate ATAPI TapeStor
8000 Seagate Technologies, Inc. TST8000R-ABET
IBM TR-4 4.0/8.0 GB
Internal SCSI Tape Drive Options by IBM 06H9716
IBM TR-4 4.0/8.0 GB
External SCSI Tape Drive Options by IBM 3502-900
TapeStor 8000 TR-4 4-8 GB
Internal SCSI Tape Drive Seagate Technologies, Inc. TST8000R-SBET
TapeStore 8000 TR-4 4-8 GB
External SCSI Tape Drive Seagate Technologies, Inc. TST8000E-SBET
Tape Capacity
A Travan TR-4 cartridge can store up to 4 GB of uncompressed data.
However, the actual capacity per cartridge varies according to the number
and size of the files to be stored. Because the Travan TR-4 cartridge is
designed to store data from an entire hard disk, under normal conditions
you should not need to insert a second tape. The large storage capacity
allows the tape drive to be used in unattended mode (Remote Command
Processor), which is a significant advantage over tape drives that have
smaller capacities and require user intervention to change tapes.
Low cost
Because only one cartridge is needed for most system backups, you save
on tape cartridge cost. One Travan TR-4 cartridge may be cheaper than
multiple smaller capacity tapes.
High Speed Data Transfer
The tape drive is capable of transferring raw data at 600 KB per second.
Part of this data, Error Correction Code (ECC) data, is used to recover
from read errors. The resulting throughput should be about 30 MB per
minute when the tape drive is able to maintain streaming.
Buffered Data to Maintain Streaming
The tape drive’s RAM allows buffering of data in the hardware. The
software in the Store Controller also has a buffer. With buffering in the
hardware and the software, the number of underruns should be reduced.
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Compatibility with the Floppy Drive
Because the tape drive attaches to either a SCSI or IDE cable instead of the
floppy ribbon cable and does not use DMA channel 2, there is no
contention with the floppy drive.
Installation Flexibility
The tape drives install in either a 5.25-inch or 3.5-inch bay inside the Store
Controller.
Note: Because the TR-4 EIDE tape drive uses EIDE, it works with systems
that do not have a SCSI card.
Reliability
The Mean Time Between Failures (MTBF) is an impressive 200,000 hours.
Reliability should be improved from previous tape drives because the ECC
can recover up to 6 bad segments per block instead of the 3 bad segments
per block.
SupportThe following table shows the systems that support the TR-4 tape drive.
Description Machine Type
PC 300 6571*, 6573, 6581*, 6583, 6577, 6587, 6589
PC 700 6875, 6877, 6885, 6887
Notes:
1. The systems marked with an asterisk (*) cannot support the SCSI tape drive because
they have no PCI slot.
2. For the SCSI tape drives, a SCSI host adapter is required if one is not already in the
system.
The operating system does not support the TR-4 EIDE tape drive on IBM PS/2
(Microchannel) systems or IBM servers. However, the TR-4 SCSI tape drive is
supported on the following IBM servers:
vPC Servers 310
vPC Servers 315
vPC Servers 325
vPC Servers 330
There may be additional desktop systems that support the tape drive that were not
available at the time of this publication. In order for the tape drive to be supported
on a system unit, all of the following conditions must be met:
vThe tape drive is supported by the PC Company on a particular system. Contact
the PC Company to determine if a particular system supports the TR-4 tape
drive.
vThe system is supported by the operating system. To view a list of systems
supported by the operating system, see the Internet web address:
http://www.raleigh.ibm.com/rds/storesys/4690/contmatx.htm.
The IBM 4690 Store System software does not support the formatting of a tape
cartridge. The tapes must be preformatted.
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Chapter 2. Tape Drive Installation
This chapter contains hardware and software installation instructions for the TR-4
tape drives. It contains instructions for both the EIDE tape drive and the SCSI
internal and external tape drives.
Attention: Before installing this product, see “Safety” on page 25.
Attention: Tape drives are sensitive to static electricity discharge. The drives are
wrapped in a static-protective bag to prevent damage.
Installing the TR-4 EIDE Tape Drive
To install this drive, you must have the following:
vAn IDE controller that supports the ATA Packet Interface (ATAPI). The ATAPI
interface provides for communications between the store controller and the tape
drive.
vThe documentation that comes with your store controller.
Step 1. Preparing for Installation
1. Turn off the store controller and unplug the power cables from the power outlet
for the store controller and all attached peripherals.
2. Open the store controller. For specific information on opening your store
controller refer to the documentation that comes with your store controller.
Become familiar with the store controller’s internal components, and determine
what kind of configuration you need to install.
3. Locate an available IDE connector on the secondary IDE cable in your store
controller. The tape drive only works on the secondary IDE cable. If your store
controller does not have a secondary IDE cable, you must add one. Because
most IBM PC computers do not include a secondary IDE cable, you must
purchase an IDE cable separately. If your store controller does not have a
secondary IDE cable, purchase an 18-inch, 40-pin ribbon cable at your computer
dealer or electronics store.
4. Touch the static-protective bag containing the tape drive to an unpainted metal
surface on the store controller for at least 2 seconds. Remove the drive from the
static-protective bag, holding the drive by the edges, and place it on the bag.
Step 2. Configuring the IDE Drive
1. Set the IDE jumper ON for the setting that applies to your IDE configuration.
The tape drive is preset at the factory to slave (SL). The IDE configuration
block pin assignments are:
7and 8: Reserved
5and 6:MA
3and 4:SL
1and 2:CS
where:
MA – Master
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SL – Slave
CS – Cable Select
Each of the two IDE cables (primary and secondary) normally has two
connectors for attaching two IDE devices (master and slave). The C: drive must
be on the primary IDE cable, and the tape drive must be on the secondary IDE
cable. When choosing your configuration, remember that two devices on the
same IDE cable cannot be accessed at the same time. Performance is increased
if you can avoid using both devices that are on the same IDE cable at the same
time. A device will lock out another device on the same IDE cable until the
operation is complete. Assuming that there are only two supported IDE
devices, hard disks and tape drives, and that there can only be one tape drive
and a maximum of two hard disks, the recommended configurations are:
Configuration 1
Master on primary IDE:
C: drive
Slave on primary IDE:
none
Master on secondary IDE:
tape drive
Slave on secondary IDE:
none
In the configuration above, you must configure the tape drive as the master
(MA) by placing a jumper over vertical pins 5and 6. There is no contention for
the devices.
Configuration 2
Master on primary IDE:
C: drive
Slave on primary IDE:
D: drive
Master on secondary IDE:
tape drive
Slave on secondary IDE:
none
In the configuration above, you must configure the tape drive as the master
(MA) by placing a jumper over vertical pins 5and 6. The tape drive does not
contend with other devices. The C: drive does contend with the D: drive. If a
file access to one hard disk is in progress, a file access to the other hard disk
must wait until the first access is complete before starting the file access to the
second hard disk.
This configuration may be best when you have two hard disks and you have a
need to run the tape drive while other applications are actively accessing the D:
drive. There is no contention between the tape drive and the hard disks.
Configuration 3
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Master on primary IDE:
C: drive
Slave on primary IDE:
none
Master on secondary IDE:
D: drive
Slave on secondary IDE:
tape drive
In the configuration above, you do not need to change the jumper on the tape
drive, but you may need to change the jumper on the D: drive. Some hard
disks have three possible jumper settings:
vmaster
vmaster with a slave attached
vslave
If you have one of these hard disks and it is currently a “master with no slave”
and you are adding the tape drive as a “slave”, then you must change the
jumpers on the hard disk from “master” to “master with a slave attached”. The
C: drive does not contend with other devices. The D: drive does contend with
the tape drive. If a tape operation is in progress, a file access to the D: drive
must wait for the tape drive to complete a command before starting the file
access. Any application waiting for the file access to complete cannot run
during this time.
Alternatively, if a file access to the D: drive is in progress, the tape drive must
wait for the file access to complete before a tape operation can begin. This may
cause an underrun and the tape drive must stop, rewind a little, and start
forward again, which impacts tape drive performance. The configuration above
may be best when you have two hard disks and you have no need to run the
tape drive while other applications are actively accessing the D: drive. There is
no contention between the C: and D: drive.
Configuration 4
Master on primary IDE:
none
Slave on primary IDE:
none
Master on secondary IDE:
tape drive
Slave on secondary IDE:
none
The configuration above assumes that all of your hard disks are SCSI instead of
IDE. In this configuration, you must configure the tape drive as the master
(MA) by placing a jumper over vertical pins 5and 6. There is no contention for
the devices.
2. Refer to your store controller documentation to determine if your store
controller supports the cable select (CS) feature. With the cable select feature
there is a special cable and the placement of the devices on the cable connectors
determines whether a device is master or slave if the devices are set to CS.
Most store controllers do not use this cable feature.
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Step 3. Mounting the Drive
1. Locate an available bay or space in your store controller to mount the tape
drive. The tape drive can be mounted in either a horizontal or vertical position.
When mounted horizontally, the tape drive should be oriented so that the
activity light is on the top left corner of the tape opening when looking at the
tape drive from the front. The drive fits in a 3.5-inch (1-inch high) standard bay.
Note: You can also mount the drive in a 5.25-inch (1.6-inch high) bay using the
5.25-inch mounting kit provided. When you attach the brackets to the
sides of the 3.5-inch tape drive, you increase the width and height of the
drive. The installation instructions are located on the mounting kit
packaging.
2. Remove the cover plate from the bay selected. Slide the drive partially into the
bay. Align the drive-bay screw holes with the threaded holes in the drive
housing (or bracket, if applicable).
3. Use the screws provided to secure the drive in the bay. Usually two screws are
used on each side. Some installations use the screw holes on the bottom (circuit
board side) of the drive. Using the wrong size screws can damage the drive. Do
not overtighten the screws. Check to ensure that the drive is securely mounted.
Step 4. Attaching the Cables
1. Locate the IDE and power connectors.
2. Locate the appropriate IDE cable and spare connector and attach it to the tape
drive. Use a 40-pin ribbon cable to connect the tape drive on the rear of the
drive. The connector is keyed and fits properly only one way if the ribbon is
also keyed. Do not force the connector. If it does not attach easily, turn the
connector around and try again. Ensure that line 1 of the IDE cable (usually
color coded) aligns with pin 1 of the IDE connector. (Pin 1 is on the side closest
to the power connector pins.)
3. Locate an unused power connector coming from the store controller power
supply. If all power cables are in use, purchase a dc Y-connector at your
computer dealer or electronics store. Locate an available power cable and
connect it to the 4-pin power connector on the tape drive . The cable connector
is keyed and will fit properly only one way.
Step 5. Completing the Installation
1. Be sure that the power and interface connectors are securely attached.
2. Be sure that the cables are neatly routed. They must not:
vGet in the way when the cover is replaced
vImpede the power supply fan blade
vBlock air flow paths
3. Replace the store controller cover and secure it in place.
4. Reconnect the ac power cord and cables. Turn on all attached devices; then turn
on the store controller.
5. When the Configuration/Setup Utility is automatically entered, Select “Devices
and I/O Ports”.
6. Select “IDE Drives Setup...”.
7. Select each item in the list of IDE drives and verify that all of your hard disks
are defined correctly. They should not be shown as “Not Installed”. To select
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