SIIG DP FireWire 800 PCIe User manual

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04-0488B
DP FireWire 800 PCIe
QuickInstallationGuide
Introducing the DP FireWire 800 PCIe
The DP FireWire 800 PCIe is designed to add FireWire 800
interface to your computer.
FeaturesandBenefits
• Provides 3 FireWire 800 (9-pin) ports for multiple
device connections
• Works with DV camcorders, FireWire hard disks,
digital cameras, scanners, CD-RW/DVD drives,
video game systems, & other audio/video devices
• CompliantwithIEEE1394b&backwardcompatible
with 1394a-2000 and 1394-1995 standards
• Compliant with PCI Express Base Specification
Revision 1.0a
• Installs in any available PCI Express slot and
supports serial bus data transfer rates of 100, 200,
400, 800Mbps
SystemRequirements
• PCI Express equipped system with an available PCI
Express slot
• Windows®7 (32-/64-bit) / Vista (32-/64-bit) / XP
(32-/64-bit) / Server 2003 & 2008 (32-/64-bit) / 2000
• Mac OS®X v10.4 or later

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FireWire 800
Ports
Power Connector
PackageContents
•DP FireWire 800 PCIe
• Spare enhanced low profile bracket
• "Y" split power cable & driver CD
• Quick installation guide
BoardLayout
Figure 1: Layout
Note:The Power Connector (same as the one used
withyourfloppydiskdrive)isdesignedtoprovide
additional power to the board when needed. This
connection is recommended. We recommend to
connect this power connector when the following
conditions occur:
- All ports are used.
- Device(s) not being detected.
In case you need to connect this power connector,
power off your system first before making this
connection.

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Hardware Installation
General instructions for installing the card are provided
below. Since the design of computer cases and
motherboards vary, refer to your computer’s reference
manual for further information, if needed.
Static Electricity Discharge may permanently damage
your system. Discharge any static electricity build up in
your body by touching your computer’s case for a few
seconds. Avoid any contact with internal parts and
handle cards only by their external edges.
1. Turn OFF the power to your computer and any
other connected peripheral devices. Unplug the
computer's power cord.
2. Remove the computer cover and install the card in
an available PCI Express slot.
Note: For low-profile system chassis, remove the
installed full size bracket and install the spare low
profile bracket now.
3. Push the board down firmly, but gently, until it is
well seated.
4. Connect an available 4-pin power connector from
the system power supply to the Power Connector
on the DP FireWire 800 PCIe board (See Figure 1 on
page 2). This connection is optional, but
recommended for reliable power output. The
included "Y" split power cable can be used to
provide additional 4-pin power connectors.
5. Secure the card and replace the cover.

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Driver Installation
This section provides information on how to install the
FireWire 800 drivers.
Windows7(32-/64-bit)
Windows 7 automatically installs it's built-in FireWire
400 driver for the DP FireWire 800 PCIe. To get the full
speed out of this controller,install the FireWire 800
driver using the directions below.
1. Insert the driver CD. Click Start.
For 32-bit: In the Search programs and files box,
type D:\setup32.exe, press Enter. (Change D: to
match your CD-ROM drive letter)
For 64-bit: In the Search programs and files box,
type D:\setup64.exe, press Enter. (Change D: to
match your CD-ROM drive letter)
2. Follow the on screen instructions to complete the
installation.
WindowsVista™(32-/64-bit)
WindowsVistaautomaticallyinstallsit's built-inFireWire
400 driver for the DP FireWire 800 PCIe. To get the full
speed out of this controller,install the FireWire 800
driver using the directions below.
1. Insert the driver CD. Click Start.
For 32-bit: In the Start Search box, type
D:\setup32.exe, press Enter. (Change D: to match
your CD-ROM drive letter)
For 64-bit: In the Start Search box, type
D:\setup64.exe, press Enter. (Change D: to match
your CD-ROM drive letter)
2. Follow the on screen instructions to complete the
installation.

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WindowsXP(32-/64-bit)
Windows XP automatically installs it's built-in 1394a
driver for the DP FireWire 800 PCIe. To get the full speed
out of this controller,install the FireWire 800 driver using
the directions below.
1. Insert the driver CD. Click Start, Run.
For 32-bit: Type D:\setup32.exe, click OK. (Change
D: to match your CD-ROM drive letter)
For 64-bit: Type D:\setup64.exe, click OK. (Change
D: to match your CD-ROM drive letter).
2. Follow the on screen instructions to complete the
installation.
WindowsServer2003(32-/64-bit)
Windows Server 2003 automatically installs it's
built-in FireWire 400 driver for the DP FireWire 800 PCIe.
To get the full speed out of this controller,install the
FireWire 800 driver using the directions below.
1. Insert the driver CD. Click Start, Run.
For 32-bit: Type D:\setup32.exe, click OK. (Change
D: to match your CD-ROM drive letter)
For 64-bit: Type D:\setup64.exe, click OK. (Change
D: to match your CD-ROM drive letter)
2. Follow the on screen instructions to complete the
installation.

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WindowsServer2008(32-/64-bit)
Windows Server 2008 automatically installs it's built-in
FireWire 400 driver for the DP FireWire 800 PCIe. To get
the full speed out of this controller,install the FireWire
800 driver using the directions below.
1. Insert the driver CD. Click Start.
For 32-bit: In the Start Search box, type
D:\setup32.exe, press Enter. (Change D: to match
your CD-ROM drive letter)
For 64-bit: In the Start Search box, type
D:\setup64.exe, press Enter. (Change D: to match
your CD-ROM drive letter)
2. Follow the on screen instructions to complete the
installation
Windows2000
Windows 2000 automatically installs it's built-in 1394a
driver for the DP FireWire 800 PCIe. To get the full speed
out of this controller, install the FireWire 800 driver using
the directions below.
1. Insert the driver CD. Click Start, Run. Type
D:\setup32.exe, click OK. (Change D: to match
your CD-ROM drive letter)
2. Follow the on screen instructions to complete the
installation.

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ToVerifyWindowsInstallation
1. Check Device Manger to verify installation.
For Windows 7 / XP / Server 2003 / 2000: Right click
Computer or My Computer, click Manage, then
click Device Manager.
For Windows Vista: Right click Computer, click
Manage, click Continue, click Device Manager.
For Windows Server 2008: Right click Computer,
click Manage, double click Diagnostics, click
Device Manager
2. Double click 1394 Bus host controllers. Unibrain
driver/OHCI Compatible Board or IEEE 1394b
(FireWire 800) adapter should be displayed.
Mac OS X v10.4 or later
Mac OS will automatically detect and install the correct
driver for the DP FireWire 800 PCIe. No additional driver
is necessary.
ToVerifyMacOSInstallation
Check System Profiler to verify installation.
1. Click Go, then Utilities.
2. Double click System Profiler.
3. Click FireWire and another FireWire Bus should be
displayed.

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Connecting Devices
General driver installation steps are provided below.
Please review your device's user manual for more details.
Windows 7 / Vista / Server 2008
Windows 7, Windows Vista, or Server 2008 will
automatically detect and install most FireWire devices
when connected. However, for devices that do not install
automatically, additional drivers may be required. Refer
to the device's users manual and/or contact the device's
manufacturer for the correct driver.
WindowsXP
1. At the Found New Hardware Wizard.
For XP w/SP2 or later: Select No, not this time, then
click Next.
For XP w/SP1 or earlier: Go directly to step #2.
2. SelectInstalltheSoftwareAutomatically,clickNext.
3. Click Continue Anyway. (Skip if not prompted)
4. Click Finish to complete the installation.
WindowsServer2003
1. At the Found New Hardware Wizard.
For Server 2003 w/SP1 or later: Select No, not this
time, then click Next.
For Server 2003: Go directly to step #2.
2. SelectInstalltheSoftwareAutomatically,clickNext.
3. At the Security Alert box click Yes, or the Hardware
Installation box click Continue Anyway, then click
Finish to complete the installation.

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Windows2000
1. At the Found New Hardware Wizard, click Next.
2. Select Search for a suitable driver..., then click Next.
3. Uncheck all check boxes, click Next, click Next.
4. Click Finish to complete the installation.
MacOS
MacOSwillautomaticallydetect andinstall mostFireWire
devices when connected. If additional drivers are
required, refer to the device's users manual.

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ubSwitch Utility (Windows only)
In order to use a DV camcorder with this controller,
Microsoft's FireWire 400 driver must be installed in the
system. We have supplied an easy to use utility that
allows switching between Microsoft's driver and the
FireWire 800 driver. Before using this utility, unplug all
devices from the FireWire 800 card.
The steps, taken from Windows XP, may be different for
other Windows operating systems.
1. Click Start, Programs, Unibrain ubcore, Tools then
ubSwitch.
2. Right click the ubSwitch icon located in the system
tray by the clock.
3. Click the 1394 Adapter that you want to switch, then
click on Microsoft 1394 Drivers.
Note: If your system has multiple 1394 adapters
installed, make sure that you click on the 1394
adapter that the camcorder will be plugged into.
4. Windows will display an information box when the
driver is ready for use. It may take a few seconds for
this box to appear.
Note: To switch back to the FireWire 800 driver,
follow the same procedures, but in step 3 instead of
clickingonMicrosoft1394Drivers, clickonUnibrain
1394 Drivers.

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Technical Support and Warranty
QUESTIONS? SIIG’sOnline Support hasanswers! Simplyvisit our
web site at www.siig.com and click Support. Our online support
database is updated daily with new drivers and solutions. Answers
toyour questions could bejusta few clicks away. Youcan also submit
questions online and a technical support analysts will promptly
respond.
SIIGoffers alifetimemanufacturerwarrantywiththisproduct. Please
see our web site for more warranty details. If you encounter any
problems with this product, please follow the procedures below.
A) If it is within the store's return policy period, please return the
product to the store where you purchased from.
B) Ifyour purchase has passed thestore'sreturn policy period, please
follow these steps to have the product repaired or replaced.
Step 1: Submit your RMA request.
Go to www.siig.com, click Support, then RMA to submit a
request to SIIG RMA. If the product is determined to be
defective, an RMA number will be issued.
Step 2: After obtaining an RMA number, ship the product.
•Properly pack the product for shipping. All software, cable(s)
and any other accessories that came with the original package
must be included.
•Clearly write your RMA number on the top of the returned
package. SIIG will refuse to accept any shipping package, and
will not be responsible for a product returned without an
RMA number posted on the outside of the shipping carton.
•You are responsible for the cost of shipping. Ship the product
to the following address:
SIIG, Inc.
6078 Stewart Avenue
Fremont, CA 94538-3152, USA
RMA #:
•SIIG will ship the repaired or replaced product via Ground
in the U.S. and International Economy outside of the U.S. at
no cost to the customer.

DP FireWire 800 PCIe is a trademark of SIIG, Inc. SIIG and the SIIG logo are registered trademarks of
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Microsoft Corporation in the United States and/or other countries. Mac and Mac OS are registered
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June, 2009 Copyright ©2009 by SIIG, Inc. All rights reserved.
About SIIG, Inc.
Foundedin1985,SIIG,Inc.isaleadingcomputerupgrademanufacturer
of I/O connectivity products, including PCI & ISA serial and parallel
ports, USB, Serial ATA & UltraATA controllers, FireWire (1394a/b),
networking, sound cards, and other accessories. SIIG is the premier
one-stop source of upgrades.
SIIGproducts offercomprehensive usermanuals, manyuser-friendly
features, and are backed by an extensive manufacturer warranty.
High-quality control standards are evident by the overall ease of
installation and compatibility of our products, as well as one of the
lowest defective return rates in the industry. SIIG products can be
found in computer retail stores, mail order catalogs, through major
distributors, system integrators, and VARs in the Americas and the
UK, and through e-commerce sites.
PRODUCT NAME
DP FireWire 800 PCIe
FCC RULES: TESTED TO COMPLY WITH FCC PART 15, CLASS
B OPERATING ENVIRONMENT: FOR HOME OR OFFICE USE
FCCCOMPLIANCESTATEMENT:
This device complies with part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is
subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause
harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference
received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.
THE PARTY RESPONSIBLE FOR PRODUCT COMPLIANCE
SIIG, Inc.
6078 Stewart Avenue
Fremont, CA 94538-3152, USA
Phone: [phone]