StarTech.com PCIESATA2I User manual

PCIESATA2I
Manual Revision: 01/30/2012
1 Port eSATA + 1 Port SATA PCI Controller Card
with Low Prole Bracket
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may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that
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Instruction Manual i
Table of Contents
Introduction........................................................................................................................................................1
Package Contents.....................................................................................................................................1
System Requirements ............................................................................................................................1
Installation............................................................................................................................................................1
Hardware Installation..............................................................................................................................1
Driver Installation......................................................................................................................................2
Specications.....................................................................................................................................................3
Technical Support...........................................................................................................................................4
Warranty Information....................................................................................................................................4

Instruction Manual 1
Introduction
Package Contents
• 1 x PCI SATA/ eSATA Controller Card
• 1 x SATA Data Cable
• 1 x Low Prole Bracket
• 1 x Driver CD
• 1 x Instruction Manual
System Requirements
• One available PCI expansion slot
• Microsoft® Windows® 98SE/ ME/ 2000/ XP/ Server 2003/ Vista/ 7
Installation
Hardware Installation
1. Make sure that your system is unplugged and you are grounded.
2. Remove the cover of your system (see your computer’s user manual for details, if necessary)
and gently turn your computer onto its side.
3. Locate an empty PCI slot (usually white in color) and remove the metal plate that covers the
rear bracket. You may need a Phillips screwdriver to perform this step. Retain the screw!
You will need it to secure the card later.
4. Gently insert the card into the empty slot, making sure it is rmly seated.
5. Secure the card in place using the screw you removed in Step 3.
6. Install the devices you wish to use with the card into the case following the instructions
provided in their documentation.
7. Use the provided SATA cable to attach the internal devices you are using to the controller. Be
sure to also attach necessary power cords to all attached devices. For devices connected
to the external SATA port, a separate eSATA cable must be used.
8. Put the computer case back on.

Instruction Manual 2
Driver Installation
Windows® 2000
1. After the hardware installation, start Windows.
2. When Windows detects the PCIESATA2I, an “Add New Hardware Wizard” window will appear
on the screen. Select the “Specify the location of the driver (Advanced)”option then click
“Next” to continue the setup.
3. Select the option “Specify the location “ and type in “D:\WIN2000”, then click on “Next”
4. Click “Next” and then “Finish”, respectively.
5. Remove the CD, then select “Yes”to restart the computer and have the drivers take eect.
Windows® XP
1. After the hardware installation, start Windows.
2. When Windows detects the PCIESATA2I, an “Add New Hardware Wizard” window will appear
on the screen. Select the “Specify the location of the driver (Advanced)”option then click
“Next” to continue the setup.
3. Insert the included driver CD into the CD drive then type D:\WINXP into the eld designating
the le’s location. Press“Next” to continue the setup.
4. The driver installation has nished. Press “Finish”to continue.
5. Restart the computer for the driver to take eect.
Windows® Vista
1. After the hardware installation, start Windows.
2. Insert the driver CD into the CD-ROM drive.
3. Click on “Locate and install driver software (recommended)”from the pop-up window.
4. Navigate to your CD-ROM drive and locate the VISTA drivers in that directory.
5. Restart the computer for the setup to take eect.

Instruction Manual 3
Specications
Interface 32-bit PCI v2.2 - 33 MHz/ 66 MHz
SATA revision 1.0
Chipset VIA VT6421
Connectors 1 x 7-pin SATA (Internal)
1 x 7-pin eSATA (External)
Maximum Data Transfer Rate 1.5 Gbps
Operating System Support Windows 98SE/ ME/ 2000/ XP/
Server 2003/ Vista/ 7

Instruction Manual 4
Technical Support
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provide industry-leading solutions. If you ever need help with your product, visit
www.startech.com/support and access our comprehensive selection of online tools,
documentation, and downloads.
Warranty Information
This product is backed by a two year warranty.
In addition, StarTech.com warrants its products against defects in materials and workmanship for
the periods noted, following the initial date of purchase. During this period, the products may
be returned for repair, or replacement with equivalent products at our discretion. The warranty
covers parts and labor costs only. StarTech.com does not warrant its products from defects or
damages arising from misuse, abuse, alteration, or normal wear and tear.
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