Re: How to install a CD-Rom

[Rubywand <rubywand@swbell.net>]

FM writes ...
> 
> Hello
> 
> First of all: I never before worked with a Mac!!!
> 
> I tried to plug a new SCSI CD-Rom to the external SCSI connector
> and first it seemed ok, but I couldn't get it work.
> All I know is: it's not a termination problem!
> I tested the Drive with my PC and worked really fine!
> What steps do I have to follow, to install a CD-Rom Drive at a Mac???
> 
 ....

     Technically, comp.sys.apple2 is an Apple II (not a PC or Mac) newsgroup. You
should be able to get expert help on a Mac newsgroup such as comp.sys.mac.system.

     If you are sure the CD-ROM drive is a SCSI drive (not IDE), then, one
possible reason (besides lack of termination) a new SCSI CD-ROM drive may work on
a PC but not function on a Mac is that the SCSI ID# is already taken on the Mac.

     Each device on the SCSI chain has its own unique Identification number,
normally in the range 0-7. The ID# is usually set via a thumbwheel or slide switch
on the back somewhere. Try changing the ID# to something lower, like 1 or 2. (You
should do this before powering ON the Mac.)



Rubywand