SIIG FireWire Quick Installation Manual

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Introducing the FireWire 6-Port Hub

The FireWire 6-Port Hub is designed to support 1394-equipped PC.
It provides 6 independent hot-pluggable ports with data transfer
rates up to 400Mbps.

Features and Benefits

• Fully supports the IEEE 1394-1995 standard for high
performance serial bus and the P1394a Supplement

• Fully compliant with FireWire and iLINK implementation of
IEEE 1394 standard

• Full P1394a support includes: Connection Debounce,
Arbitrated Short Reset, Multi-speed Concatenation,
Arbitration Acceleration, Fly-by Concatenation, Port Disable/
Suspend/Resume

• Switching power adapter (AC adapter) ensures reliable power
source

• Act as a repeater to extend the cable length between each
device from 4.5m (standard) to 9m

• Allows you to connect DV camcorders (Sony, Panasonic,
Canon, JVC, Sharp and more), hard disk drives, printers, MO
drives, digital cameras, scanners, and audio/video devices
including TV, VCR, DVD to your computer

System Requirements

• Pentium or equivalent PC with an available 1394 port

• Windows 98SE/ME/2000/XP

Package Contents

• (1) FireWire 6-Port Hub

• (1) Switching power adapter

• (1) 1394 6- to 6-pin cable

• This quick installation guide

FireWire 6-Port Hub
Quick Installation Guide

04-0306A

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Layout

Figure 1. Front

Figure 2. Back

Safety Precautions

• Do not open the case or the warranty will be voided.

• Use the AC-DC power adapter designed for the FireWire 6-
Port Hub only.

• If the hub starts emitting unusual odors, sounds, or smoke,
unplug the unit immediately from it's power adapter. Stop
using it and contact the store where it was purchased from.

• Always hold the plug when unplugging the cable from the
hub. Do not pull the cord section to prevent any damage.

• Disconnect the AC-DC power adapter if the hub will not be
used for a long period of time.

LEDs

(6) 1394 Ports

Power Adapter

Connector

(1 for system connection)

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• Do not expose the hub to high humidity, high temperature,
direct sunlight, excessive dust/moisture, or strong magnetic
field.

• Do not touch the hub with wet hands to prevent any electric
shock. Should it become wet, unplug it from it's power
adapter before handling.

• Modifications done to the FireWire 6-Port Hub by unauthorized
personnel will result in voiding the warranty.

• Any damage, electric shock, fire or loss of function
resulting from unauthorized modifications to the FireWire 6-
Port Hub will not be the responsibility of the manufacturer.

Installation

The FireWire 6-Port Hub supports bus-powered and self-powered
modes. However, it's recommended to operate the hub in self­powered mode since it provides a more reliable power source when
connecting multiple 1394 devices. Follow instructions below to
install the hub in either bus-powered or self-powered mode.

Bus-powered mode

Bus-powered mode receives power from the PCI bus.

1. Power up your system.

2. Connect one end of the provided 1394 cable to any port on the

hub and the other end to an available 1394 port in your
system.

3. BUS_P LED will light up indicating the hub is operating in

bus-powered mode.

4. LINK LED will light up indicating the hub is linked to your

system.

5. The hub is now ready for device connection.

Self-powered mode

Self-powered mode receives power from the AC switching power
adapter.

1. Power up your system.

2. Plug in the power adapter to a reliable power source, then

connect the jack into the hub.

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3. Both SELF_P and BUS_P LEDs will light up indicating the

hub is operating in self-powered mode.

4. Connect one end of the provided 1394 cable to any port on the

hub and the other end to an available 1394 port in your
system.

5. LINK LED will light up indicating the hub is linked to your

system.

6. The hub is now ready for device connection.

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Technical Support

QUESTIONS? SIIG’s Online Support has the 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.
The answers to your problems could be just a few clicks away.

Return Merchandise Authorization (RMA)

SIIG warrants to the original buyer of the product that the hardware
is free of defects in materials and workmanship for a period of one,
two or five years from the date of purchase. If your product fails to
be in good working order during the warranty period, you may
return it to SIIG for repair or replacement at SIIG's option.

To return the product, you need to follow these steps.

Step 1: Contact SIIG's RMA Department

To obtain an RMA number, SIIG's RMA Department can be reached
by phone at [phone] or fax at [phone] or email at
[e-mail]. In order to issue an RMA number, the product
serial number is required. This number can be found on the side of
the box and on the back of the product.

Step 2: Complete the RMA form

• Fill out your Return Merchandise Authorization (RMA) form,
and include it in the package with the product.

• Properly pack the product for shipping. All software, cable(s)
and other accessories that came with the original package
must be included.

• Clearly write your RMA number on the top of the returned
package and on the accompanying RMA form.

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.

Step 3: Ship the Product

You are responsible for the cost of shipping back to SIIG at the
following address:

SIIG, Inc. RMA#_______________
6078 Stewart Ave.
Fremont, CA 94538

SIIG will ship the repaired or replaced product via UPS Ground or
US Mail at no cost to you.

UK Warranty & Support Information

The 5 year warranty supplied with this product is offered by SIIG,
Inc. If you should happen to encounter any problems with this
product, please follow the procedures below.

1. If it is within the first year of purchase, please return product

to the outlet you purchased from.

2. If your product is between 2 and 5 years old from date of

purchase, please contact SIIG using the contact details below.

For UK Technical Support

Telephone: [phone]
Fax: [phone]

Email: [e-mail]

Website: http://www.siig.uk.com

PRODUCT NAME MODEL NUMBER

FireWire 6-Port Hub NN2651

FCC RULES: TESTED TO COMPLY WITH FCC PART 15, CLASS B
OPERATING ENVIRONMENT: FOR HOME OR OFFICE USE

FCC COMPLIANCE STATEMENT:

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 Ave.

Fremont, CA 94538-3152

FireWire 6-Port Hub is a trademark of SIIG, Inc.
SIIG and SIIG logo are registered trademarks of SIIG, Inc. Microsoft and Windows are registered
trademarks of Microsoft Corporation. Pentium is a registered trademark of Intel Corporation.
Other names used in publication are for identification only and may be trademarks of their
respective companies.

May, 2003 Copyright ©2003 by SIIG, Inc. All rights reserved.