HP Colorado 5GB User Manual

Installation Guide
This guide shows you how to:
1. Connect the tape drive to your parallel port (and printer, if needed)
2. Install the software
3. Select and use tapes with your drive
When you finish, your tape drive will be ready to make a backup.
Check Your Tape-Drive Package
Check each item to ensure you have everything you need.
Data Cable
HP Colorado 5GB
External Tape
Software
User’s
Guide
Power Supply and
Power Cord
(U.S. version shown
other versions may vary.)
Installation
Guide
Software
Installation
CD
Driver Installation diskette
Drive

HP Colorado 5GB Specifications

General

Brand	HP
Model	Colorado 5GB
Category	Storage
Language	English

Summary

Installation Guide

Check Your Tape-Drive Package

Verifies all components are present before proceeding with installation.

Connecting the Hardware

Overview

Provides a general overview of the hardware setup.

Using the Tape Drive on Other Computers

Instructions for moving the tape drive to a different computer.

Installing the Software

Check Your Parallel Ports

Verifies computer's parallel port settings for optimal tape drive performance.

Interchangeability of Tapes

Details compatibility between different software versions and tape backups.

Install Colorado Backup for Your Operating System

Guides installation for DOS, Windows, and Windows 95/NT environments.

Installing Colorado Backup for DOS

Step-by-step instructions for installing the DOS version of the software.

Installing Colorado Backup for Windows

Instructions for installing the software on Windows 3.x.

Installing Colorado Backup for Windows 95

Detailed steps for installing the software on Windows 95.

Configuring the drive for Windows NT 4.0

Steps to configure the tape drive for use with Windows NT 4.0.

If You Have Problems...

Achieving optimal performance

Tips for improving the tape drive's performance, including disk utilities.

Printer Status Monitor Software

Addresses potential conflicts with printer status monitor software.

Using Tapes and Caring for Your Drive

Choosing Tapes for Your Tape Drive

Recommends compatible tape cartridges for optimal performance and usage.

Inserting a Tape

Provides instructions on how to properly insert a tape cartridge into the drive.

Removing a Tape

Details the correct procedure for removing a tape cartridge from the drive.

Caring for Your Tape Drive

Offers guidance on maintenance and precautions for the tape drive.

Technical Information

Minimum System Requirements

Lists the hardware and software prerequisites for installing the tape drive.

Colorado Backup for DOS Requirements

Specifies the system requirements for installing the DOS version of the software.

Colorado Backup for Windows Requirements

Outlines the system requirements for installing the Windows version of the software.

Colorado Backup for Windows 95 Requirements

Lists the specific requirements for installing the software on Windows 95.

What Affects Performance

Explains factors influencing the tape drive's speed and functionality.

Drive Specifications

Details technical specifications like data transfer rate, tape speed, and format.

Reliability Specifications

Provides information on error rates, mean time between failures, and warranty.

Federal Communications Commission R.F. Interference Statement

States compliance with FCC rules regarding radio frequency interference.

FCC Declaration of Conformity

Declares product conformity with relevant safety and EMC standards.

Software License Agreement for External Drives

Hewlett-Packard Limited Warranty Statement

Returning Your Drive

Customer Support Services

FAX

Provides FAX numbers for customer support in various regions.

Support for Your Tape Drive

Offers guidance on obtaining help with the tape drive from resellers or HP.

QuickFax Faxback Service

Explains how to use the QuickFax service for product information documents.