Fatal Error on Drive 1 with Adaptec 1540CF SCSI Controller (121520)


The information in this article applies to:

  • Microsoft Windows NT Server 3.1
  • Microsoft Windows NT Workstation 3.1
  • Microsoft Windows NT Advanced Server 3.1
  • Microsoft Windows NT Workstation 3.5
  • Microsoft Windows NT Workstation 3.51
  • Microsoft Windows NT Workstation 4.0
  • Microsoft Windows NT Server 3.5
  • Microsoft Windows NT Server 3.51
  • Microsoft Windows NT Server 4.0
This article was previously published under Q121520

SYMPTOMS

When you use the Windows NT Backup program (NTBACKUP.EXE) with an Adaptec 1540CF SCSI controller and an Exabyte 8500 tape drive, the following error message may appear:
Fatal error on drive 1

CAUSE

This problem occurs when the on-board termination on the Adaptec 1540CF SCSI controller is not properly disabled.

RESOLUTION

The Adaptec 1540CF SCSI controller has a software option for on-board termination instead of physical resistor terminators. To perform the error- free backup, the on-board termination on this SCSI card needs to be fully disabled with the software option. For additional information regarding the software option, call Adaptec Technical Support at (800) 959-7274.

The products discussed here are manufactured by Adaptec, Inc., a vendor independent of Microsoft; we make no warranty, implied or otherwise, regarding these products' performance or reliability.
Modification Type:MajorLast Reviewed:5/6/2003
Keywords:KB121520
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