SIIG 04-0327A User Manual

CyberParallel PCI
Quick Installation Guide

Introducing the CyberParallel PCI

The CyberParallel PCI is a high-speed parallel I/O card for
parallel device connections. It provides 1 ECP/EPP
parallel port which supports data transfer rates up to

1.5 MB/sec.

Features and Benefits

• Conforms to PCI v2.2 Plug and Play

• Can be installed in 32-/64-bit, 3.3v/5v PCI and

PCI-X slots

• Full support for DOS and Windows based software

• PCI IRQ sharing feature reduces IRQ conflicts

• Compliant with IEEE 1284-1994 parallel port
standard

• Works with various types of parallel port devices
including printers, removable drives, scanners,
CD-R/RWs, and more

• Supports ECP/EPP, Bi-directional Parallel Port
(PS2) and Standard Parallel Port (SPP) modes

System Requirements

• Pentium or equivalent computer with an available
PCI slot

• DOS, Windows 95/98/98 SE/ME/NT 4.0/2000/
XP/Server 2003

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Package Contents

• (1) CyberParallel PCI board

• (1) Driver CD

• This quick installation guide

Board Layout

Parallel Port

Figure 1. CyberParallel PCI Layout

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.

Caution: Static Electricity Discharge may permanently
damage your system. To avoid possible static electricity
discharge during the installation, please follow the
guidelines below:

• Discharge any static electricity build up in your
body by touching a large grounded metal surface or
the computer’s case (if plugged in), for a few seconds.

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• During the installation, avoid any contact with

internal parts. Handle cards only by their external
edges.

1. Turn OFF the power to your computer.

2. Unplug the power cord and remove 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's holding screw to secure
the card.

6. Replace the computer cover and reconnect the power
cord.

Figure 2. Inserting the PCI Board

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