Hewlett-Packard DDS-3 Tape Drive User's Guide

This guide provides installation, configuration, and usage instructions for the HP DDS-3 Tape Drive, including troubleshooting and removal procedures.


Hewlett-Packard DDS-3 Tape Drive User's Guide - cover page
Brand
Hewlett-Packard
Category
Other Computer Accessories
Document type
User Manual
Language
English
Pages
51
File format
PDF
File size
254 KB
Published
06 November, 2026
Updated
06 November, 2026
MD5 checksum
AB1FA89754ACFC8ECF6A855751CE17D9

About this manual

This document serves as the User's Guide for the Hewlett-Packard DDS-3 Tape Drive. It details the procedures for installing the drive into a workstation system, configuring SCSI settings, and preparing the hardware for operation. The guide covers safety precautions, environmental requirements, and physical specifications necessary for proper setup.

What's inside

  • General Description
  • Environmental Requirements
  • Physical Specifications
  • Preparing to Install
  • SCSI-2 Connection
  • Using the Drive
  • Loading and Unloading Cassette
  • Troubleshooting
  • Removal/Replacement Procedures
  • SCSI Connector Pinouts

Specifications

Width101.6 mm (3.96 in.)
Height94 mm (3.66 in.)
Depth150 mm (5.85 in.)

Frequently asked questions

What tools are required to install the DDS-3 drive?

The guide lists specific tools required in the 'Tools Required' section, though the exact list is not detailed in the provided text.

How do I verify the DDS-3 Tape Drive operation?

You can verify the drive operation using the 'verify' command or the Support Tools Manager as described in the troubleshooting chapter.

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