Adaptec APA-1350 manual Connector Types

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Understanding SCSI

Connector Types

Several different types of SCSI connectors are used on SCSI devices, and each type requires a different kind of cable. The following diagrams illustrate the different kinds of SCSI connectors:

SCSI-2 High-density 50-pin Connector

Standard MiniSCSI 1350 Connector for SCSI Perirpherals

Typically used with high-performance CD-ROM drives, hard disk drives, Jaz drives, and Plug

and Play devices.

If you have a SCSI device with a DB25 pin or low density 50-pin (SCSI-2) connection, you can order converters from Adaptec's web site.

DB25 Connector

Used with Iomega ZIP drives, Syquest EZFlyer, etc.

SCSI-1, Low-density Centronics 50-pin Connector

Used with many CD-ROM drives, hard disk drives, SCSI tape drives, and scanners

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