Continuity tests alone are not sufficient to qualify SCSI cable assemblies. Proper testing of SCSI cables must include a test for correct connection of twisted pairs and shielding.
Continuity tests check only that wires are making connections on both ends of a cable.
This will cause crosstalk with resultant SCSI errors. The SCSI Cable Tester will perform this test, called an Integrity Test. Test continuity 2. Test integrity 3. The continuity test and twisted pair integrity test can be performed on a SCSI cable in about 10 seconds.