SIIG PCI-to-PC Card Pro User manual

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PCI-to-PC Card Pro
Quick Installation Guide
FeaturesandBenefits
• Compliant with PCI local bus specification 2.2
• Compliant with PC card standard release 8.0
specification
• Supports CardBus (Card-32) and 16-bit (PCMCIA
2.1/JEIDA 4.2) card
• ACPIandPCIbuspowermanagement1.1compliant
• Bridge function between PCI bus and CardBus
• Supports PCI Master/Target protocol and direct
connection to PCI bus
SystemRequirements
• PentiumorequivalentPCwithanavailablePCIslot
•Windows®98SE/ME/2000:supports32-bitPCCard
•WindowsXP/Server2003/Vista: supportsboth32-
bit PC Card and 16-bit PCMCIA
PackageContents
•PCI-to-PC Card Pro
• This quick installation guide
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Layout
Figure 1. Layout
Note: The ejector lever can be placed in two
positions, locked and unlocked. When inserting a
PC Card, the lever can be in either position.
However,thelevermustbeintheunlockedposition
to eject a PC Card. To unlock the lever, push it in
until you hear a click then release it.
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 case for a few
seconds. Avoid any contact with internal parts and
handle cards only by their external edges.
Ejector lever

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1. Turn OFF the power to your computer.
2. Unplugthepowercordandremoveyourcomputer's
cover.
3. Remove the slot bracket from an available PCI slot.
4. CarefullyalignthecardtotheselectedPCIslotpush
the board down firmly, but gently, until it is well
seated.
5. Replace the slot bracket holding screw to secure the
card.
6. Replacethecomputercoverandreconnectthepower
cord.
Driver Installation
Pleasemakesuretheboardisinstalledbeforeproceeding
with software installation.
Windows98SE
1. Boot up Windows. At the Welcome to the PC
Card (PCMCIA) Wizard, select No, and click Next.
2. At the PC Card (PCMCIA) Wizard, select No,
then click Next.
3. Click Finish.
Note: IfpromptedfortheWindows98SEInstallation
CD, click OK. Insert this CD, then click OK.
4. Restart Windows to complete the installation.
WindowsME/2000/XP/Server2003/Vista
Windows ME, 2000, XP, Server 2003 and Vista operating
system will automatically detect and install the correct
drivers for the PC Card adapter. Restart Windows if
you're prompted to do so.

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ToVerifySuccessfulInstallation
1. Check Device Manager to verify successful driver
installation.
Windows 98SE/ME: From the main desktop, right
click My Computer, then click Properties. Click
Device Manager tab.
Windows 2000/XP/Server 2003/Vista: Right click My
Computer, click Manage, then click Device
Manager.
2. Look for the following.
Windows 98SE/ME: Double click PCMCIA socket:
- Ricoh RL5C475 CardBus Controller should be
displayed.
Windows 2000/XP/Server 2003/Vista: Double click
PCMCIA adapters:
- Ricoh R/RL/RT/RC/5C475(II), R5C520 or
Compatible CardBus Controller should be
displayed.
3. If this entry doesn't appear, shut down your system
andmakesurethePCIboardisproperlyseated. Or
installthePCCardadapterintoanotherPCIslotand
try again.

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Figure 2. Inserting a PC Card
Insert with
label facing
down
Inserting/Removing the PC Cards
InsertingthePCCard: There'sonlyonewaythePCCard
canbeinsertedintotheslot. Donottrytoforceitinifyou
meet some resistance. In most systems, the PC Card
should be inserted with the label facing down towards
the bottom of your system. See Figure 2 for proper
orientation.
Removing the PC Card: Simply push the ejector lever
and the PC Card will slide out from the card slot. See
Figure 1 on page 2 for more details.
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Technical Support and Warranty
QUESTIONS? SIIG’sOnlineSupporthasanswers! Simplyvisitour
web site at www.siig.com and click Support. Our online support
databaseisupdated dailywithnewdriversandsolutions. Answers
toyourquestionscouldbejustafewclicksaway. Youcanalsosubmit
questions online and a technical support analysts will promptly
respond.
SIIGoffersalifetimemanufacturerwarrantywiththisproduct. Please
see our web site for more warranty details. If you encounter any
problemswiththis product,pleasefollowtheproceduresbelow.
A) If it is within the store's return policy period, please return the
producttothestorewhereyoupurchasedfrom.
B) Ifyourpurchasehaspassedthestore'sreturnpolicyperiod,please
followthese steps tohave the productrepaired or replaced.
Step1: SubmityourRMArequest.
Go to www.siig.com, click Support, then RMA to submit a
request to SIIG RMA. If the product is determined to be
defective,anRMAnumberwillbeissued. SIIGRMAdepartment
can also be reached at [phone].
Step2: After obtainingan RMAnumber, ship the product.
•Properlypacktheproductforshipping. Allsoftware,cable(s)
andanyotheraccessoriesthatcamewiththeoriginalpackage
mustbeincluded.
•Clearly write your RMA number on the top of the returned
package. SIIGwillrefusetoacceptanyshippingpackage,and
will not be responsible for a product returned without an
RMA number posted on the outside of the shipping carton.
•Youareresponsible for thecostofshipping. Ship theproduct
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
nocosttothecustomer.

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September,2007 Copyright©2007 bySIIG,Inc.All rightsreserved.
About SIIG, Inc.
Foundedin1985,SIIG,Inc.isaleadingcomputerupgrademanufacturer
ofI/Oconnectivityproducts,includingPCI&ISAserialandparallel
ports,USB,SerialATA&UltraATAcontrollers,FireWire(1394a/b),
networking,soundcards,andotheraccessories. SIIG is the premier
one-stopsourceofupgrades.
SIIGproductsoffercomprehensiveusermanuals,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,andthroughe-commercesites.
PRODUCT NAME
PCI-to-PC Card Pro
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