SIIG 1394 User manual

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1394 PCI Adapter
Installation Guide
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Introduction
The 1394 PCI Adapter is designed to add FireWire
(1394a) interface to your PC computer for easy connection
to DV camcorders, hard disk drives (self-powered),
scanners, printers and other 1394 devices.
Features and Benefits
• Compliant with IEEE 1394-1995, 1394a-2000 and
1394 OHCI 1.1 standards
• PCI 2.2 compliant and works in 32-/64-bit, 3.3V or
5V PCI slots
• Provides three high-speed FireWire ports for
connecting up to 63 devices
• Supportsbothasynchronousandisochronousdata
transfer modes
• Supports serial bus data transfer rates of 100, 200,
and 400 Mbps
System Requirements
• Pentium® II or equivalent PC with an available PCI
slot
• Windows®
8 (32-/64-bit) / 7 (32-/64-bit) / Vista
(32-/64-bit) / XP (32-/64-bit) / Server 2003 & 2008
(32-/64-bit) / Server 2008 R2 / 2000 / ME / 98SE

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Package Contents
•1394 PCI Adapter
• Installation guide
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.
StaticElectricityDischarge may permanently damage your
system. Discharge any static electricity build up in your
body by touching your computer 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.
2. Unplugthepowercordandremove your computer's
cover.
3. Remove the slot bracket from an available PCI slot.
4. Carefully align the card to the selected PCI slot push
the board down firmly, but gently, until it is well
seated.
5. Replace the slot bracket holding screw to secure the
card.
6. Replacethe computercoverand reconnect thepower
cord.

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Driver Installation
Please make sure the board is installed before proceeding
with driver installation.
Windows 8 / 7 / Vista / XP / Server 2003 & 2008 /
Server 2008 R2 / 2000
Windows 8, 7, Vista, XP, Server 2003 & 2008, 2008 R2 and
2000 will automatically detect and install the correct driver
for the 1394 PCI adapter. No additional driver installation
is needed.
Windows ME
1. At the Add New Hardware Wizard, choose
Automatic search for a better driver
(Recommended), then click Next.
2. Click Finish and restart Windows to complete
driver installation.
Windows 98SE
1. When Windows boots up, a New Hardware Found
dialogboxshouldappearandtheOHCICompliant
IEEE 1394 Host Controller is identified.
2. At the Add New Hardware Wizard, click Next.
3. Choose Search for the best driver for your device,
and click Next.

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4. Clear all check boxes, click Next and Next again.
Note: If prompted for the Windows 98SE CD, insert
it, then click OK.
5. Click Finish to complete driver installation.
To Verify Windows Installation
1. Check Device Manager to verify successful driver
installation.
For Windows 8 / 7 / XP / Server 2003 / 2000
Right click Computer or My Computer, click
Manage, click Device Manager.
For Windows Vista
Right click Computer, click Manage.Click
Continue, then click Device Manager.
For Windows Server 2008 / Server 2008 R2
Right click Computer, click Manage, double click
Diagnostics. Click Device Manager.
For Windows ME / 98SE
From the main desktop, right click My Computer,
then click Properties. Click Device Manager tab.
2. Double click 1394 Bus Controller or IEEE 1394
(Bus) host controllers option, an IEEE 1394 Host
Controller or VIA 1394 OHCI Compliance Host
Controller should be displayed.

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Connecting 1394 Devices
Windows has built-in driver support for many
1394 devices. Please refer to device
manufacturer for details on how to install
device driver for your 1394 product. Different
devices may require different types of 1394
cable.

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Technical Support and Warranty
QUESTIONS? SIIG’s Online Support has answers! Simply visit our web site at
www.siig.com and click Support. Our online support database is updated daily with
new drivers and solutions. Answers to your questions could be just a few clicks away.
You can also submit questions online and a technical support analyst will promptly
respond.
SIIG offers a lifetime manufacturer warranty with this product. This warranty covers
the original purchaser and guarantees the product to be free of any defects in materials
or workmanship for the life of the product.
SIIG will, at our discretion, repair or replace (with an identical product or product
having similar features and functionality) the product if defective in materials or
workmanship. This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may also have other
rights which vary from state to state. 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) If your purchase has passed the store's return policy period, please follow the steps
below to have the product repaired or replaced.
Step 1: Submit your RMA request.
Go to www.siig.com, clickSupport, then REQUEST A PRODUCT REPLACEMENT
to submit a request to SIIG RMA or fax a request to 510-657-5962. 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 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 to SIIG. 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.

PRODUCTNAME
1394 PCI Adapter
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]
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/
Notebooksystems andexternal peripherals. SIIGcontinues togrow byadding
A/V and Digital Signage connectivity solutions to our extensive portfolio.
SIIGproducts offercomprehensiveuser manuals,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,
throughmajor distributors,system integrators,and VARsin theAmericas and
the UK, and through e-commerce sites.
1394 PCI Adapter is a trademark of SIIG, Inc. SIIG and the SIIG logo are registered
trademarks of SIIG, Inc. Microsoft and Windows are registered trademarks of Microsoft
Corporation. All other names used in this publication are for identification only and may be
trademarks of their respective owners.
November, 2013 Copyright © 2013 by SIIG, Inc. All rights reserved.