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Are all SCSI 320 Interfaces the same? Wednesday, October 3rd, 2007

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So no you can’t assume that a SCSI device is automatically compatible you need to make sure you have the correct SCSI pin connection (50, 68 or 80) on your cable/motherboard.

50 is the older variation

68 is the most common

80 is the newer type (aka SCA)

On the link below you can find a good comparison of the different SCSI connection types. 

I was in a mad rush to order a new SCSI 320 hard disk and ordered the wrong one by mistake. So hopefully this quick post will help other avoid that mistake. Get the pin type first.

Link: http://utils.blinkenlights.nl/scsi/ or http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/SCSI