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Understanding SCSI

In this chapter...

What is SCSI?

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SCSI IDs

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Terminating the SCSI Bus

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Using SCSI Devices

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Combining SCSI and Non-SCSI Devices

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Installing Multiple SCSI Cards

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Overriding SCSI Termination Settings

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Connecting SCSI Devices

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Maximum Cable Lengths

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This chapter provides useful information on using the Adaptec SCSI Card and your SCSI

devices. For more information about a specific SCSI device, refer to the documentation for that

device.

Section	Page
About This Guide	9
What You Need to Know Before You Begin	10
Terminology Used in this Guide	10
How to Find More Information	10
Kit Contents and System Requirements	11
Kit Contents	12
System Requirements	12
About Your SCSI CARD	13
SCSI Card Features	14
About the Adaptec SCSI 29320LPE	14
Understanding SCSI	15
What is SCSI?	16
SCSI IDs	16
Terminating the SCSI Bus	16
Using SCSI Devices	17
Using SCSI Disk Drives	17
Using Ultra320 and Ultra160 Disk Drives	17
Using SCSI Devices	18
Combining SCSI and Non-SCSI Devices	18
Installing Multiple SCSI Cards	18
Connecting the LED Connector	19
Overriding SCSI Termination Settings	19
Connecting SCSI Devices	20
Adaptec SCSI Card 29320LPE	20
Maximum Cable Lengths	21
Getting Started	22
Ultra320 SCSI on the Adaptec 29320LPE	23
Device Drivers	23
Selecting Cables	23
SCSI Cables	23
Before You Begin	24
Installing the Adaptec SCSI Card	24
Connecting Disk Drives	24
Installing with an Operating System	25
Installing on an Existing Operating System	25
Uninstalling Your Adaptec 29320LPE	25
Replacing a SCSI Card	25
Installing the Driver and an Operating System	27
Before You Begin	28
Creating a Driver Disk	28
Installing with Windows	28
Installing with Red Hat Linux	29
Installing with SUSE Linux	29
Installing with NetWare	29
Installing the Driver on an Existing Operating System	31
Before You Begin	32
Creating a Driver Disk	32
Installing with Windows	32
Installing on Red Hat or SUSE Linux	33
Installing on NetWare	33
Configuring the Adaptec SCSI Card with SCSISelect	34
Starting SCSISelect	36
Exiting SCSISelect	36
Using SCSISelect Settings	36
SCSI Bus Interface Options	36
Changing Configuration Settings	39
Using SCSI Disk Utilities	43
Listing SCSI IDs and LUNs	43
Safety Information	45
Electrostatic Discharge (ESD)	45
Technical Specifications	46
Environmental Specifications	47
DC Power Requirements	47
Current Requirements	47
Using Advanced Configuration Parameters	48
Using Windows SCSI Parameters	49
Using Driver-specific Parameters	50
Troubleshooting	52
Troubleshooting Checklist	53
General Troubleshooting	53
Troubleshooting Windows	54
Troubleshooting NetWare	54
Error Messages	56
Common Error Messages	57
Driver Error Messages	57
Windows Error Messages	59
Glossary	60

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