User guide

GenesisMP Chapter 3 – Connecting Additional Peripherals
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The Last Link in the SCSI Chain
In order for a SCSI chain to operate properly, the last device in the chain requires termination.
There are various ways that a device can provide termination.
• Many devices today provide active termination or an on-off switch for easy
control. Active termination automatically senses the condition of the SCSI bus
and provides termination if it is needed.
Checking for Active
Termination
• Termination can also be provided by connecting an external terminator to the
last device on the bus.
External SCSI Terminator
Active SCSI termination switch