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Step 3. Mounting the Drive
1. Locate an available bay or space in your store controller to mount the tape
drive. The tape drive can be mounted in either a horizontal or vertical position.
When mounted horizontally, the tape drive should be oriented so that the
activity light is on the top left corner of the tape opening when looking at the
tape drive from the front. The drive fits in a 3.5-inch (1-inch high) standard bay.
Note: You can also mount the drive in a 5.25-inch (1.6-inch high) bay using the
5.25-inch mounting kit provided. When you attach the brackets to the
sides of the 3.5-inch tape drive, you increase the width and height of the
drive. The installation instructions are located on the mounting kit
packaging.
2. Remove the cover plate from the bay selected. Slide the drive partially into the
bay. Align the drive-bay screw holes with the threaded holes in the drive
housing (or bracket, if applicable).
3. Use the screws provided to secure the drive in the bay. Usually two screws are
used on each side. Some installations use the screw holes on the bottom (circuit
board side) of the drive. Using the wrong size screws can damage the drive. Do
not overtighten the screws. Check to ensure that the drive is securely mounted.
Step 4. Attaching the Cables
1. Locate the IDE and power connectors.
2. Locate the appropriate IDE cable and spare connector and attach it to the tape
drive. Use a 40-pin ribbon cable to connect the tape drive on the rear of the
drive. The connector is keyed and fits properly only one way if the ribbon is
also keyed. Do not force the connector. If it does not attach easily, turn the
connector around and try again. Ensure that line 1 of the IDE cable (usually
color coded) aligns with pin 1 of the IDE connector. (Pin 1 is on the side closest
to the power connector pins.)
3. Locate an unused power connector coming from the store controller power
supply. If all power cables are in use, purchase a dc Y-connector at your
computer dealer or electronics store. Locate an available power cable and
connect it to the 4-pin power connector on the tape drive . The cable connector
is keyed and will fit properly only one way.
Step 5. Completing the Installation
1. Be sure that the power and interface connectors are securely attached.
2. Be sure that the cables are neatly routed. They must not:
v Get in the way when the cover is replaced
v Impede the power supply fan blade
v Block air flow paths
3. Replace the store controller cover and secure it in place.
4. Reconnect the ac power cord and cables. Turn on all attached devices; then turn
on the store controller.
5. When the Configuration/Setup Utility is automatically entered, Select “Devices
and I/O Ports”.
6. Select “IDE Drives Setup...”.
7. Select each item in the list of IDE drives and verify that all of your hard disks
are defined correctly. They should not be shown as “Not Installed”. To select
6 TR-4 Tape Drive User’s Guide