2. Setting up the Scanner
Connecting to the Host Computer
This scanner connects to a host personal com- puter through a SCSI interface. This section provides an overview of SCSI, and explains how to connect the scanner to a host com- puter.
What is SCSI?
“SCSI” (Small Computer System Interface) is an interface standard that is used for high- speed data transfer between a peripheral device and a host computer.
∙In a SCSI connection,
∙Each device is assigned a unique SCSI ID (0 to 7), which must be set for the device before turning on the power and before turning on the computer.
∙The last device in the daisy chain requires a terminator.
1:SCSI cables
2:Up to 7 devices
3:Terminator
Important
❒If two or more devices in a daisy chain share the same SCSI ID, misoperation and data loss may result. Set a unique SCSI ID for this scanner that does not duplicate the SCSI ID of any other de- vice.
SCSI Connection Require-
ments for the Scanner
∙This scanner complies with the
∙If you are using a SCSI board and driver software that supports SCAM, the SCSI ID of this scanner will be set automati- cally, so there is no need to set the ID. If you are using a driver that does not have a SCAM function, it will be necessary to set the SCSI ID for the scanner if the SCSI ID is identical to that of another device that is connected.
∙The scanner’s terminator can be enabled or disabled by turning a DIP switch on or off.
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