DL380 G1 external SCSI

[Steve Simek]

The G1's are so old now I can't find data on them, and need to hook up an external autoloader. I seem to remember that I'll need to change termination, but can't find out how to do it...
All help appreicated.
Steve

[Stephen Kebbell · Accepted solution]

Hi,

the DL380 G1's external SCSI connector is controlled by the Integrated Smart Array controller. This does not support autoloaders or libraries, only standalone tape drives. You'll need a seperate SCSI controller.

Regards,
Stephen

[Steve Simek]

Thanks! I added a separate controller and all devices are now seen.

[2mths]

FYI - I believe that on a G1 you can remove a chip from the on board controller and this removes\disables the 'array' functionality and then you can hang an autochanger off the back.

I have several DL380 G1's like this.

Note: I'm not HP\Compaq certified and this may not be a good idea, but to the best of my knowledge something akin to what I have described above can be done and works.