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FireWire+Hi-Speed USB
ExpressCard
Quick Installation Guide
Introducing the FireWire+Hi-Speed USB
ExpressCard
The FireWire+Hi-Speed USB ExpressCard adds FireWire
and high-speed USB 2.0 interfaces to your notebook
computer.
Key Features and Benefits
• Adds FireWire 400 & Hi-Speed USB 2.0 ports to
your ExpressCard equipped PC notebook or
desktop computer for external drive connections
• Works with USB (2.0 & 1.1) devices including
cameras, scanners, CD/DVD & hard disk drives,
memory card readers, and FireWire devices such as
DV camcorders, FireWire hard disk drives, digital
cameras, scanners, CD-RW/DVD drives, video
games system, & other audio/video devices
• Compliant with IEEE 1394-1995, P1394a-2000, and
OHCI Interface Specification 1.1
• Compliant with USB specification, revision 2.0
• Hot-swapping allows you to connect/detach
FireWire/USB devices without first turning your
system off
• Can be installed in an ExpressCard/34 or /54 slot
Note: USB 1.1 devices are limited to USB 1.1 speeds
even when they are connected to USB 2.0 host adapter
or USB 2.0 hubs.
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System Requirements
• Notebook PC with an available ExpressCard slot
• Windows® 2000/XP (32-/64-bit)/Server 2003
(32-/64-bit)/Vista (32-/64-bit)
Package Contents
• FireWire+Hi-Speed USB ExpressCard
• Quick installation guide
Layout
Note: For devices that require more power than
provided by both ports, an optional power adapter
can be purchased from SIIG online store. Most USB
or FireWire devices do not need this optional power
adapter to work. However, if your device does not
work properly or you experience poor performance,
the power supply is recommended.
USB 2.0
1394a
Power Adapter Jack
Figure 1: Layout
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Hardware Installation
General instructions for installing the card are provided
below. Since the design of systems may vary, refer to
your system’s reference manual for further information,
if needed.
Insert the card into the ExpressCard slot of your system.
Make sure it is inserted all the way in for a solid connection.
Driver Installation
Windows will automatically detect and install the correct
driver for this board. No additional driver is necessary.
To Verify Windows Installation
1. Check Device Manager to verify successful
installation.
Windows 2000/XP/Server 2003: Right click My
Computer, click Manage, then click Device
Manager.
Windows Vista™: Right click Computer, click
Manage, click Continue, then click Device Manager.
2. Double click IEEE 1394 Bus host controllers, and
Texas Instruments OHCI Compliant IEEE 1394
Host Controller should be displayed.
3. Double click Universal Serial Bus controllers, and
Generic USB Hub should be displayed.
Connecting USB Devices
When connecting USB devices, hold the FireWire+HiSpeed USB ExpressCard so it does not move from side to
side, otherwise, the ExpressCard may eject from the slot.
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Technical Support and Warranty
QUESTIONS? SIIG’s Online Support has 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. Answers
to your questions could be just a few clicks away. You can also submit
questions online and a technical support analysts will promptly
respond.
SIIG offers a lifetime manufacturer warranty with this product. Please
see our web site for more warranty details. If you encounter any
problems with this product, please follow the procedures below.
A) If it is within the store's return policy period, please return the
product to the store where you purchased from.
B) If your purchase has passed the store's return policy period, please
follow these steps to have the product repaired or replaced.
Step 1: Submit your RMA request.
Go to www.siig.com, click Support, then RMA to submit a
request to SIIG RMA. If the product is determined to be
defective, an RMA number will be issued. SIIG RMA department
can also be reached at (510) 413-5333.
Step 2: After obtaining an RMA number, ship the product.
• Properly pack the product for shipping. All software, cable(s)
and any other accessories that came with the original package
must be included.
• Clearly write your RMA number on the top of the returned
package. 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.
• You are responsible for the cost of shipping. Ship the product
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
no cost to the customer.
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FireWire+Hi-Speed USB ExpressCard is a trademark of SIIG, Inc. SIIG and the SIIG logo are registered
trademarks of SIIG, Inc. Microsoft, Windows and Windows Vista are either registered trademarks or
trademarks of Microsoft Corporation in the United States and/or other countries. Other names used in
this publication are for identification only and may be trademarks of their respective companies.
November, 2007 Copyright © 2007 by SIIG, Inc. All rights reserved.
About SIIG, Inc.
Founded in 1985, SIIG, Inc. is a leading computer upgrade manufacturer
of I/O connectivity products, including PCI & ISA serial and parallel
ports, USB, Serial ATA & UltraATA controllers, FireWire (1394a/b),
networking, sound cards, and other accessories. SIIG is the premier
one-stop source of upgrades.
SIIG products offer comprehensive user manuals, many user-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, and through e-commerce sites.
PRODUCT NAME
FireWire+Hi-Speed USB ExpressCard
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 Avenue
Fremont, CA 94538-3152, USA
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