Specifications
Page 1-8 Compatibility and Board Setup
1.6.2AM-645 8mm Magnetic Tape Subsystem
In order for the Exabyte tape drive to work with the Roadrunner hardware, new firmware
must be installed in the drive. The updated firmware is available from Alpha Micro under
part number PDB-00645-90. Once the new firmware is installed, the Exabyte tape drive
will operate in SCSI-1 mode only. The ability to span tapes is not supported on the
Exabyte tape drive.
1.6.3AM-647 DAT Magnetic Tape Subsystem
The DAT tape drive is SCSI-2 ready and does not require any firmware updates to be
compatible with Roadrunner hardware. However, on the back of the DAT drive a change
needs to be made to one of the configuration switches. Switch S4 must be placed in the
"ON" position in order for the drive to operate in SCSI-2 mode.
After making the configuration switch change, you must turn the tape drive power off
and then back on in order for the switch change to take affect.
1.7SCSI HARD DISK DRIVE COMPATIBILITY
Depending on your order, your new SCSI drive may already be loaded with a
Roadrunner compatible AMOS operating system. If this is the case, the drive will be
clearly labeled indicating how it was configured.
Precautions concerning hard disk drives must be taken
prior
to performing the actual
hardware installation. The following chapters highlight the various system configurations
and how to deal with them. Be sure you read the applicable hardware installation
chapter carefully and have a good understanding of the procedure before you begin
disassembling your working system!
All installation procedures and descriptions are aimed at technically qualified personnel
who are already thoroughly familiar with Alpha Micro system hardware and software.
1.7.1Maxtor and Quantum SCSI Disk Considerations
Maxtor LXT, MXT, and 7200 series SCSI disk drives supplied by Alpha Micro are
supported for use on the Roadrunner’s SCSI port. However, for use on your computer’s
SASI port (if applicable), Maxtor MXT SCSI drives must have revision 1.5 firmware or
later. Also, in order to be compatible with the Roadrunner hardware, your Maxtor MXT
SCSI-2 compatible disk drive must have a sticker indicating it has special 6F+ firmware
or it must be using 1.5 or later production firmware.
Quantum LPS, Empire, Lightning, Trailblazer, and Fireball SCSI disk drives sold by
Alpha Micro are also supported on the Roadrunner’s SCSI port.
PDI-00172-60, Rev. A02