All the new hard disk drives have the LVD/MSE interface. Can I use them on a Narrow single-ended SCSI bus?
• Answer: Yes. Although the LVD/MSE SCSI interface is a Wide (16-bit) interface, you can connect it to a Narrow (8-bit) single-ended bus. The LVD/MSE interface will switch to the single-ended mode with the single-ended limitations on data throughput and cable length. Remember that LVD peripherals do not have built in terminators. Also, remember that it is best to terminate the unused upper byte data bits on the LVD drive.
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