HP NonStop G-Series - Manual (Page 2)

i List of Acronyms
ANSI American National Standard Institute
BOT Beginning of tape
CPU Central processing unit
ECC Error correction code
FRU Field replacement unit
LAN Local area network
LCD Liquid crystal display
LED Light emitting diode
MFC Multifunction controller
POST Power-on self-test
SCSI Small Computer Systems Interface
ii Terminology Used in This Manual
Emulator The fast SCSI bridge between the host and the tape drive that provides intelligence to
execute commands to the tape drive and manipulate data for display on the LCD.
Host Computer or platform that contains the tape controller (also known as SCSI initiator).
Initiator A SCSI device that initiates the SCSI protocol to control one or many target devices.
Target Receiver of the SCSI commands sent by an initiator. Target peripheral devices include
tape drives, tape drive robotics, disk drives, optical scanners, and so on.
iii Assumptions About Reader Knowledge
This manual assumes that the reader is familiar with:
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The operational principles of tape drives
• The Small Computer Systems Interface (SCSI)
iv Safety Summary
Observe the following safety precautions during installation, operation and maintenance.
Warning
Keep away from live circuits. Do not connect or disconnect the tape drive subsystem or make adjustments inside the
equipment when the unit's power cord is on. Always disconnect the power cord before removing the cover or
touching any internal components.
CAUTION
Any changes or modifications to the equipment by the user not expressly approved by the grantee or manufacturer
could void user's authority to operate such equipment.
HP StorageWorks DAT 72 (Model 5242-2SE) User's Guide
ii HP Part Number 528297-003 July 2005