16 Bit SCSI Host Adapter (250-4161) Installation Faxback Doc. # 5072 HARDWARE INSTALLATION Now that the host adapter is configured correctly for your Tandy 3000/4000 computer system the hardware installation procedure can begin. To install the host adapter you should follow the installation steps in order. 1. Turn OFF the power to the computer system. 2. Remove the system cover by removing the three case screws on the rear of the machine and carefully sliding the case forward. 3. Install the supplied 50 pin ribbon cable to the host adapter. This cable must be oriented correctly. Pin 1 of the SCSI header is located at the top and is designated by a 1. After locating pin 1 on the host adapter and on the SCSI cable, carefully insert the connector located at the end of the long end of the cable in to the host adapter connector. After ensuring that all pins are lined up and that the pin 1 orientation is correct, firmly seat the connector to the board. 4. After installing the SCSI cable, the host adapter can be installed in the computer. It is recommended that the host adapter be installed in the slot closest to the power supply to simplify cabling. 5. The cable should be routed forward a few inches and then folded to go up and over any adjacent boards between the host adapter and the drive bays. Please refer to the peripheral's installation instructions to ensure proper pin 1 orientation on the SCSI peripherals. NOTE: Pin 1 SCSI cable orientation must be consistent throughout the system. This may require several twists in the 50 pin SCSI cable. 6. After installing the host adapter and cabling to the SCSI peripherals, carefully slide the case back on to the computer and secure with the three case screws. (SMM/jlc-03/27/94)