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Re: hot-swappable SCSI



On Mon, 17 Feb 1997, Ira Abramov wrote:

> I need to install a new webserver for a client, the option of having a
> portable external SCSI DAT drive between the linux and an existing Digital
> Unix box (I suppose an Alpha, standard Centronics or mini-SCSI
> connections).
> I don't worry about compatability with both OSs/machines (or should I?)
> but I am concerned about how I can attach/detach it freely. I know it is
> possible to detach the tape from the DigiUnix and reattach it while the
> machine is up, but what about a PC platform? most hardware is only

I've heard hot-plugging SCSI deviced not designed for it can be dangerous
to the device and bus.  Why not just do backups over the network?

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