M-Systems Flash Disk Pioneers 45-SR-001-01-7L user manual General, Kit Contents, Visual Inspection

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FFD 3.5" SCSI Flash Disk User Manual

1 General

This manual provides you with the information you need to properly install your new FFD 3.5" SCSI Flash drive. M-Systems recommends that only properly qualified and trained personnel install the drive.

The following sections contain information about handling, mounting considerations, address and configuration setups, cabling and connectors, and how to obtain technical assistance and service. In addition, Section 10 provides answers to common questions regarding SCSI devices.

Note: Remember to always back up your data before adding disk drives to your system!

2 Kit Contents

Ensure that your kit contains the following items:

FFD 3.5" SCSI Flash Disk. (Throughout the remainder of this document the FFD 3.5" SCSI Flash Disk will be referred to as FFD).

4 mounting screws, M-Systems part no. 01-SC-034-00.

If any items are missing, please contact your dealer.

3 Visual Inspection

Before unpacking or handling a drive, take all proper electrostatic discharge (ESD) precautions, including personnel and equipment grounding. Before you begin installing the FFD into your system, verify the following:

If the shipping container appears to be damaged or water-stained, notify your dealer.

Remove the disk from its shipping enclosure and inspect it for any damage that may have occurred during shipment. If any damage is observed, notify your dealer.

Record the disk serial number and shipment date.

Retain the original shipping enclosure and all packing material for reshipment.

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Contents FFD 3.5 Scsi Flash Disk Table of Contents Kit Contents GeneralVisual Inspection Handling Instructions Scsi ID InstallationFFD 3.5 Scsi Drive Configuration System RequirementsTermination Write Protection Termination Power TrmpwrFFD 3.5 Scsi Flash Disk Drive Installation Installing the FFD in a PCTo install the FFD Scsi Cable Connection and Termination Configuration To install the FFD in a UNIX-based platform Using the FFD on a DOS-Based PlatformUsing the FFD on a UNIX-Based Platform To install the FFD as a disk drive under DOSTo install the FFD as a drive under Unix 209BFFH Drive Parameters3D68FFH F5AH Status LED Color Indicator Description LED Indicators and Configuration SwitchTo install a standard Adaptec 1542CF TroubleshootingCommon Problems Installing Your Scsi Host AdapterScsi ID Configuration Termination ConfigurationCables Solving Installation ProblemsUnstable Termination Incorrect TerminationGetting Help Frequently Asked Questions FAQs About Scsi What is Termination and TRMPWR? What is Plug-and-play P&P SCSI?What is Scsi Configured AutoMagically SCAM? What is a Scsi ID?Cables, Cable Lengths What types of Scsi connectors are available?Signal Levels What is Single-Ended and Differential SCSI?How to Contact Us