SIIG PCI-32T User Manual

FireWire 800 PCI-32T
Quick Installation Guide

Introducing the FireWire 800 PCI-32T

The FireWire 800 PCI-32T is designed to support Pentium or equivalent
PC computers. It provides 2 independent hot-pluggable Firewire

800 (1394b) ports and 1 1394a port with data transfer rates up to
800Mbps.

Features and Benefits

• Provides 2 FireWire 800 (1394b) ports and 1 1394a (6-pin) port
for multiple 1394b/1394a device connections

• Supports IEEE 1394b and backwards compatible with 1394a­2000 and 1394-1995 standards

• Supports data transfer rates of 100, 200, 400, and 800Mbps

• Built-in 4-pin power connector provides extra power when
connected to the system's power supply (Recommended)

• Supports hot-swapping and Plug-n-Play connection of
peripheral devices

• Includes one spare low profile bracket for systems with low
profile chassis

• Works with various types of FireWire 800 (1394b) and 1394a
devices including portable hard disk, DV camcorder, digital
camera, CD-RW/DVD-ROM drive and other audio/video
devices

System Requirements

• Pentium or equivalent PC with an available 32-bit or 64-bit
PCI slot

• Windows 98SE/ME/2000/XP

Package Contents

• (1) FireWire 800 PCI-32T host adapter

• (1) Spare Low Profile bracket (to use with Low Profile chassis)

• (1) Driver software

• This quick installation guide

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Board Layout

4-Pin Power

Connector

Firewire Port

(1394a)

Firewire 800

Ports

Figure 1. Board Layout

Hardware Installation

Note: For Low Profile systems, replace the currently mounted
bracket with with the included Low Profile bracket.

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.

Static Electricity Discharge may permanently damage your system.
Discharge any static electricity build up in your body by touching
your computer’s case for a few seconds. Avoid any contact with
internal parts and handle cards only by their external edges.

• Turn OFF the power to your computer and any other
connected peripheral devices. Unplug the computer's power
cord.

• Remove your computer’s cover and install the card in an
available PCI slot.

• Push the board down firmly, but gently, until it is well seated.

• Connect an available 4-pin power connector from the system
power supply to the 4-pin power connector on the FireWire
800 PCI-32T (See figure 1). This connection is recommended
for reliable power output.

• Secure the card and replace the cover.

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