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FireWire CardBus Dual-M
Quick Installation Guide
04-0380A
Introducing the FireWire Cardbus Dual-M
The FireWire CardBus Dual-M is designed to add FireWire
(1394a) interface to your Mac notebook computer for
easy connection to FireWire devices.
Features and Benefits
• Compliant with IEEE 1394-1995, P1394a-2000 and
OHCI 1.1 standards
• Supports serial bus data transfer rates of 100, 200
and 400Mbps
• Hot-swapping allows you to connect/detach
devices without first turning your system off
• Supports both asynchronous and isochronous data
transfer modes
System Requirements
• PowerBook G3 or later with an available PC Card
slot
• Mac OS 9.0.4 or later
Package Contents
• FireWire CardBus Dual-M
• Quick installation guide
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Layout
Figure 1. Layout
*Note: The power adapter (not included) can be
purchased on SIIG's online store. If your FireWire
device does not come with it's own power supply,
you will need to purchase this power adapter.
Hardware Installation
General instructions for installing the card are provided
below, since the design of notebook computers may
vary. Refer to your system’s reference manual for further
information, if needed.
1. Power off your notebook computer and any other
connected peripheral devices.
2. Insert the PC Card into the CardBus Type II slot of
your PC with its 68-pin connector facing the slot.
Make sure it is inserted all the way in for a solid
connection.
3. Power on your notebook.
FireWire Ports
Power Adapter Jack*
Power LED
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Driver Installation
To ensure proper operation of the FireWire Cardbus
Dual-M in your Mac, some Mac OS require the most
current FireWire software from Apple. Apple's website
contains all the information needed to download and
install FireWire software update. Mac software download
URL is http://www.apple.com/support/downloads.
When you are at the download page, type in 1394 in the
Search box, check Restrict to Downloads box, then click
GO.
The information below will help you decide whether or
not to download and install the latest FireWire driver
update.
1. Mac OS 9.1, 9.2.x, and Mac OS X or later have
built-in FireWire driver support with the operating
system. No additional driver installation is needed.
2. Mac OS 9.0.x users should download and install the
FireWire software update version 2.5 or later.
3. Mac OS 8.6 users should download and install the
FireWire software update version 2.3.3.
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Technical Support and Warranty
QUESTIONS? SIIG’s Online Support has answers!
Simply visit our website at www.siig.com and click on 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 one of our technical
support analysts will promptly respond.
A lifetime manufacturer warranty supplied with this product is
offered by SIIG, Inc. Please see SIIG website for more warranty
details. If you should happen to encounter any problems with this
product, please follow the procedures below.
If it is within the store's return policy period, please return the
product to the store where you purchased from.
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 the product to SIIG
at the following address:
SIIG, Inc.
6078 Stewart Avenue
Fremont, CA 94538
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 CardBus Dual-M is a trademark of SIIG, Inc.
SIIG and SIIG logo are registered trademarks of SIIG, Inc. Mac and Mac OS are registered trademarks
of Apple Corporation. Other names used in this publication are for identification only and may be
trademarks of their respective companies.
April, 2005 Copyright ©2005 by SIIG, Inc. All rights reserved.
PRODUCT NAME
FireWire CardBus Dual-M
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
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, and e-commerce
sites in the Americas and the UK, as well as through major distributors,
system integrators, and VARs.
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