SIIG FireWire Dual-Port CardBus User manual

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FireWire Dual-Port CardBus
Quick Installation Guide
04-0238F
Introducing the FireWire Dual-Port Cardbus
TheFireWire Dual-Port CardBus isdesignedtoaddFireWire
(1394a) interface to notebook computers for easy
connection to DV camcorders, hard disk drives, scanners,
printers, and other FireWire devices.
Features and Benefits
• Compliant with IEEE 1394-1995, P1394a-2000 and
OHCI 1.1 standards
• Supports serial bus data transfer rates of 100, 200
and 400 Mb/s
• Hot-swappingallowsyoutoconnect/detachdevices
without first turning your system off
• Supports both asynchronous and isochronous data
transfer modes
• Works with a variety of 1394 devices including
digital cameras, DV camcorders (Sharp, Sony,
Panasonic,JVC,Cannonandotherbrands),portable
harddisks, CD-RW/DVD-ROMs, printersandother
audio/video devices
System Requirements
• Pentium III or equivalent notebook PC with an
available CardBus Type II slot
• Windows®7 (32-/64-bit) / Vista (32-/64-bit) / XP
(32-/64-bit) / Server 2003 & 2008 (32-/64-bit) / 2000
/ ME / 98SE

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RecommendedsystemforDigitalVideocapturing/editing:
• Pentium 4 or better notebook computer
• 512MB RAM and CD-ROM drive
• 5 GB of available hard disk space
PackageContents
•FireWire Dual-Port CardBus
•Quick installation guide
Layout
Figure 1. Layout
*Note: The power adapter (not included) can be
purchased on SIIG's online store. If your FireWire
device does not come with it's own power supply,
you will need to purchase this power adapter.
1394a Ports
(6-pin)
Power Adapter Jack*
Power LED

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Hardware Installation
General instructions for installing the card are provided
below. Since the design of portable computers may vary,
refer to your system's reference manual for further
information, if needed.
1. Power off your notebook computer and any other
connected peripheral devices.
2. Insert the PC Card into the CardBus Type II slot of
your PC with its 68-pin connector facing the slot.
Make sure it is inserted all the way in for a solid
connection.
3. Power on your notebook PC.
Driver Installation
This section will guide you through the installation of
your FireWire Dual-Port CardBus.
Windows 7 / Vista / XP / Server 2003 & 2008 / 2000
Windows 7, Vista , XP, Server 2003, 2008 and 2000 will
automatically detect and install the correct driver for
your FireWire Dual-Port CardBus. Restart Windows if
prompted.
Windows ME
1. At the Add New Hardware Wizard, choose
Automatic search for a better driver
(Recommended), then click Next.
2. Click Finish then restart Windows to complete the
installation.

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Windows 98SE
1. At the Add New Hardware Wizard, click Next.
2. Choose Search for the best driver for your device,
and click Next.
3. Uncheck all the boxes, click Next, Next, Next.
Note: If you are prompted to insert your Windows
Installation disk, insert it and click OK.
4. Click Finish, then restart Windows to complete the
driver installation.
To Verify Driver Installation
1. Check Device Manager to verify successful driver
installation.
Windows 7: Right click Computer, click Manage.
Click Device Manager.
Windows Vista: Right click Computer, click Manage,
click Continue, then click Device Manager.
Windows XP / Server 2003 & 2008 / 2000: Right click
My Computer, then click Manage. Click Device
Manager.
Windows ME / 98SE: Right click My Computer, click
Properties. Click Device Manager tab.
2. Double click 1394 Bus Controller or IEEE 1394 Bus
host controllers option. An IEEE 1394 Host
Controller should be displayed.
Device Connection
Many FireWire devices have built-in driver support with
Windows. Please refer to the device's user manual for
detailed installation information.

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Technical Support and Warranty
QUESTIONS? SIIG’sOnline Support hasanswers! Simplyvisitour
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 be just a few clicksaway. Youcan also submit
questions online and a technical support analysts will promptly
respond.
SIIGoffers alifetime manufacturerwarranty withthis product. 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 the store's return 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. Your RMA request will be processed, 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.

FireWire Dual-Port CardBus is a trademark of SIIG, Inc. SIIG and the SIIG logo are registered
trademarksofSIIG,Inc. MicrosoftandWindowsareregisteredtrademarksofMicrosoftCorporation.
All other names used in this publication are for identification only and may be trademarks of their
respectiveowners.
April, 2010 Copyright © 2010 by SIIG, Inc. All rights reserved.
About SIIG, Inc.
Founded in 1985, SIIG, Inc. is a leading manufacturer of IT connectivity
solutions (including Serial ATA and Ultra ATA Controllers, FireWire, USB,
and legacy I/O adapters) that bridge the connection between Desktop/
Notebook systems and external peripherals. SIIG continues to grow by
adding A/V and Digital Signage connectivity solutions to our extensive
portfolio. Allcentered around the distribution and switching of A/V signals
overCAT5/6,theseproductsinclude matrix switches,distributionamplifiers,
extenders, converters, splitters, cabling, and more.
SIIG is the premier one-stop source of upgrades and is committed to
providing high quality products while keeping economical and competitive
prices. High-quality control standards are evident by one of the lowest
defective return rates in the industry. Our products offer comprehensive
user manuals, user-friendly features, and most products are backed by a
lifetime warranty.
SIIG products can be found in many computer retail stores, mail order
catalogs, and e-commerce sites in the Americas, as well as through major
distributors, system integrators, and VARs.
PRODUCT NAME
FireWire Dual-Port CardBus
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]