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Before you start
Check system prerequisites. (Always connect to a wide, Ultra SCSI-2 Low-Voltage Differential (LVD)
or Single-Ended (SE) SCSI bus.) Visit the HP Surestore DLT1 web page:
//www.hp.com/support/dlt1. For example, you can use HP Library & Tape Tools to help
you install your drive.
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Step 1: Check the drive’s SCSI ID
Check the tape drive’s SCSI ID on the SCSI ID switch on the rear panel of drive. If necessary,
change it from the default of 5 by pressing the + or - buttons above and below the SCSI ID number.
Use a ball-point pen or similar pointed object. To prevent particle contamination, do not use a
pencil.
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Step 2: Connect the SCSI cable
Power off the computer. Attach one end of the SCSI cable (supplied with the drive) to the
computer’s external SCSI connector and connect the other end to the SCSI connector on the rear
of the tape drive.
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Step 3: Connect the power cable
Plug the power cable securely into the socket on the rear panel of the drive. Plug the other end of
the power cable into the power outlet.
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Your tape drive
Find out what the LEDs on your tape drive indicate and make sure you are using the correct type
of cartridge. page 13
Use the correct media
Find out how to use and care for DLTtape IV cartridges and how to use DLT1 cleaning cartridges. page 15
Operating the tape drive
Power on the drive, then the computer. Check operation and carry out a trial backup and restore. page 17
HP Library & Tape Tools
Find out more about the free diagnostic and troubleshooting tool supplied with your tape drive. page 19
Register your tape drive
Register your tape drive to ensure you receive up-to-date information about HP’s products, services
and support.
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Troubleshooting
If you experience problems during installation, check this section first. For more detailed
troubleshooting information visit the web site:
//www.hp.com/support/dlt1.
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