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Console OS (Service Console) Hang While Copying a Large File Between SCSI Disks

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When I am copying a large file between two SCSI disks, the console operating system (Service Console) hangs. What is wrong?

Solution

We have observed a problem with the Adaptec AIC-7899 Ultra 160/m SCSI host adapter that is built into some Dell server systems, such as the Dell Dimension 420. This is a dual-function card that has disks on function 0 and other devices such as the tape on function 1. There is an external SCSI connector that is also controlled by this card. If there are devices attached to the external SCSI connector, the card may hang when transferring files between internal SCSI devices and external SCSI devices. We recommend that you not attach devices to the external SCSI connector.

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