Adaptec DuoConnect AUA-3020 User manual

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This Guide describes how to install the Adaptec DuoConnect AUA-3020
adapter in a Windows computer.
Kit Contents
■DuoConnect adapter
■FireWire cable (6-foot/1.8 meter, 6-to-4-pin FireWire cable used to
connect digital video cameras)
■DuoConnect CD containing device drivers, software, the AUA-3020
DuoConnect Adapter User’s Guide, and other documentation
■Adaptec DuoConnect Installation Guide
The User’s Guide on the CD provides more detailed instructions on
installing the adapter, including driver installation instructions and
troubleshooting tips. In addition, the User’s Guide provides Technical
Support and Warranty information for your adapter.

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System Requirements
In order to use the DuoConnect adapter, you need
■One of the following types of computers:
■Windows XP, Windows 2000, Windows Me, or Windows 98SE
computer with a 200-MHz (or faster) processor
■Power Macintosh Beige G3, Rev. B or newer, with Macintosh
OS 9.0.4 and later
■An available PCI slot (32-bit or 64-bit, 3.3-volt or 5-volt, 33-MHz and
66-MHz)
■A CD-ROM drive

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Installing the DuoConnect Adapter
To install the DuoConnect adapter in a computer, follow these
instructions:
1Discharge any static electricity from your body by touching a
grounded metal object (such as the exposed metal parts on the back
of your computer) before handling the DuoConnect adapter.
2Turn off power to the computer and disconnect the power cord.
3Open the computer cabinet. See your computer documentation for
specific instructions, if needed.
4 Locate an unused 32- or 64-bit PCI expansion slot and remove the
expansion slot cover. Save the slot cover screw, if any, for use in Step 5
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Slot cover screw
Expansion slot
cover
64-bit PCI slot
32-bit PCI slot

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5Insert the DuoConnect adapter in the PCI expansion slot. Press the
adapter firmly into the slot until it clicks into place. Replace the slot
cover screw. When installed properly, the adapter should be level
with the expansion slot, as shown below.
6Close the computer cabinet and reattach the power cord.
7Restart your computer and follow the onscreen instructions to
complete the installation. For more information, refer to the User’s
Guide on the DuoConnect CD.

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Adaptec AUA-3020
DuoConnect Adapter
Installation Guide