SIIG FireWire 800 3-Port PCI User manual

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Introducing the FireWire 800 3-Port PCI
The FireWire 800 3-Port PCI is designed to support both
PC and Mac®computers. It provides 3 hot-pluggable
Firewire 800 (1394b) ports with data transfer rates up to
800Mbps.
FeaturesandBenefits
• Provides 3 FireWire 800 (1394b) ports for multiple
1394b and 1394a device connections
• Supports IEEE 1394b and backwards compatible
with 1394a-2000 and 1394-1995 standards
• Supports data transfer rates of 100, 200, 400, and
800Mbps
• Built-in 4-pin power connector provides a reliable
powersource whenconnectedtothesystem'spower
supply (recommended)
SystemRequirements
PC:
• Pentium®or equivalent PC, an available PCI slot
• Windows®7 (32-/64-bit) / Vista (32-/64-bit) / XP
(32-/64-bit) / Server 2003 & 2008 (32-/64-bit) / 2000
Mac:
• Power Mac®G3 (Blue & White) or later with an
available PCI slot
• Mac OS®10.2.4 or later: Up to 800 Mbps
• Mac OS 9.1-9.2.x, Mac OS 10.1.x-10.2.3: Up to 400
Mbps
FireWire 800 3-Port PCI
Quick Installation Guide
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PackageContents
•FireWire 800 3-Port PCI
•Spare low profile bracket
•Driver CD
•Quick Installation Guide
BoardLayout
Figure 1. Board Layout
Note:ConnectingthePowerConnectorisoptional,
but recommended. Make this connection only if
your peripheral device is not working properly
when plugged into the FireWire 800 3-Port PCI. For
Mac systems without a spare 4-pin power
connector,thepower connector from theCD/DVD
player connected to a Y-split power cable (not
included) can be used for power.
FireWire 800 Ports
Power Connector

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Hardware Installation
Note: For low profile systems, replace the currently
mounted bracket with the spare low profile bracket.
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 your computer’s cover and install the card
in an available PCI slot.
3. Push the card 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 FireWire 800 3-Port PCI (see Figure 1, on page
2). This connection is optional, but recommended
for reliable power output.
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 3-Port PCI drivers.
Windows7(32-/64-bit)
Windows 7 automatically installs it's built-in FireWire
400 driver for the FireWire 800 3-Port PCI. 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'sbuilt-inFireWire
400 driver for the FireWire 800 3-Port PCI. 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 FireWire 800 3-Port PCI. 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 FireWire 800 3-Port
PCI. 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 FireWire 800 3-Port PCI. 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 FireWire 800 3-Port PCI. 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.
MacOSDriverInstallation
1. Mac OS 10.2.4 or later has built-in FireWire 800
(1394b) driver support with the operating system.
No driver installation is needed. The FireWire 800
3-Port PCI will work up to 800 Mbps.
2. Mac OS 9.1, 9.2.x, and Mac OS 10.1.x-10.2.3 have
built-in FireWire 400 (1394a) driver support with
the operating system. No driver installation is
needed. The FireWire 800 3-Port PCI will work up to
400 Mbps.
ToVerifyMacOSInstallation
Check System Profiler to verify successful installation.
1. Click Go, then click 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 maybe 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. SelectInstallthe SoftwareAutomatically,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, then click Next.
4. Click Next, then click Finish.
MacOS
MacOSwillautomaticallydetect andinstallmostFireWire
devices when connected. For devices that do not install
automatically, additional drivers may be required. Refer
to the device's users manual for more information.

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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 3-Port PCI.
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
clickingonMicrosoft1394 Drivers, clickonUnibrain
1394 Drivers.