StarTech.com PCI1394MP Instruction Manual

PCI FireWire Card

PCI1394MP

Instruction Manual

Actual product may vary from photo

3 Port IEEE-1394 FireWire PCI Card

FCC Compliance Statement

This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital
device, pursuant to part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide
reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This
equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed
and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio
communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a
particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or
television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the
user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following
measures:

• Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.

• Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.

• Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the
receiver is connected.

• Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.

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Table of Contents

Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1

Before You Begin . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1

System Requirements . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1

Contents . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1

Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2

Installing the Card . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2

Installing the Drivers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2

Verifying Your Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3

Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4

Accessory Products from StarTech.com . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4

Technical Support . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6

Warranty Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6

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Introduction

Thank you for purchasing a StarTech.com PCI FireWire card. This card allows you to
instantly connect your video camera, image scanner, digital still camera, or any other
IEEE-1394 FireWire device to your PC and is perfect for experienced users who are
looking for a no-nonsense way to add FireWire to their computers.

Features

• Compatible with most digital video camcorders including Sony, Canon, Panasonic,
JVC, Samsung, and others

• Supports hard disk drives, DVD drives, CD-R/RW drives, printers, and more

• Data transfer rates up to 400 Mbits/sec.

• Allows the connection of internal FireWire peripherals

• Backed by StarTech.com’s lifetime warranty

Before You Begin

To ensure a quick and easy PCI FireWire card installation, please read through this
section carefully before attempting to install the card.

System Requirements

• An IBM-PC compatible computer

• One available PCI slot

• One of the following operating systems: Windows 98SE/ME/2000/XP

•ACD-ROM or other optical drive (for driver installation)

WARNING! PCI cards, like all computer equipment, can be severely damaged by static
electricity. Be sure that you are properly grounded before opening your computer case or
touching your PCI card. StarTech.com recommends that you wear an anti-static strap
when installing any computer component. If an anti-static strap is unavailable, discharge
yourself of any static electricity build-up by touching a large grounded metal surface
(such as the computer case) for several seconds. Also be careful to handle the PCI card
by its edges and not the gold connectors.

Contents

This package should contain:

•1 x PCI FireWire card

• 1 x Instruction Manual

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Installation

This section will guide you through the installation of your PCI FireWire card. Please
read through the instructions carefully and complete each step in the order listed.

Installing the Card

1. Make sure that your system is unplugged and you are grounded.

2. Remove the cover of your system (see your computer’s user manual for details, if
necessary) and gently turn your computer onto its side.

3. Locate an empty PCI slot (usually white in color) and remove the metal plate that
covers the rear bracket. You may need a Phillips screwdriver to perform this step.
Retain this screw! You will need it to secure the card later.

4. Gently insert the PCI card into the empty slot, making sure it is firmly seated.

5. Secure the card in place using the screw you removed in Step 3.

6. Put the computer case back on.

Installing the Drivers

Once you have connected your FireWire card, the next time you turn on your computer
Windows will automatically detect that you have installed new hardware. Follow the
instructions below to install the required software drivers.

Windows 98SE

1. Windows should automatically detect the new hardware. At the Add New Hardware
Wizard window, click Next.

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PCI
Slots

2. Select Search for the best driver for your devices (Recommended) and click
Next.

3. Insert the Windows 98SE CD-ROM into your computer’s optical drive and check the
CD-ROM option. Click Next.

4. Choose The Updated Driver (Recommended) and click Next.

5. Click Next again. If prompted for the Windows CD again, type x:\win98 and click
OK (where “x:” is letter assigned to your CD-ROM or other optical drive).

6. Click Next, then Finish to complete the driver installation. Select Yes to restart your
computer (if prompted).

Windows ME

1. Windows should automatically detect the new hardware. At the Add New Hardware
Wizard window, click Next.

2. Select Search for the best driver for your devices (Recommended) and click
Next.

3. Insert your Windows ME CD into your computer’s optical drive. Select CD-ROM
drivers and click Next.

4. Click Finish.

5. Remove the CD and select Yes to restart your computer (if prompted).

Windows 2000

Windows 2000 will automatically locate and install the required drivers.

Windows XP

Windows XP will automatically locate and install the required drivers.

Verifying Your Installation
Windows 98SE/ME

1. Go to Start > Settings > Control Panel.

2. Double click System.

3. Click the Hardware tab.

4. If the card does not

appear with a red x or yellow exclamation point (!) next to it,
Windows has not detected a problem with the installation and the card should
function normally.

Windows 2000/XP

1. Go to Start > Settings > Control Panel.

2. Double click System.

3. Click the Hardware tab and choose Device Manager.

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4. If the card does not appear with a red x or yellow exclamation point (!) next to it,
Windows has not detected a problem with the installation and the card should
function normally.

Specifications

Accessory Products from StarTech.com

Contact your local StarTech.com dealer or visit www.startech.com for cables or other
accessories that will help you get the best performance out of your new product.

6 ft. IEEE-1394 FireWire Cable 4-6 pin M/M

1394_46_6

10 ft. IEEE-1394 Firewire Cable 4-6 pin M/M

1394_46_10

15 ft. IEEE-1394 Firewire Cable 4-6 pin M/M

1394_46_15

6 ft. IEEE-1394 FireWire Cable 6-pin to 6-pin

1394_6

10 ft. IEEE-1394 Firewire Cable 6-6 pin M/M

1394_10

15 ft. IEEE-1394 Firewire Cable 6-6 pin M/M

1394_15

IEEE-1394 Firewire 4-6 pin Adapter M/F

FIRE46MF

Mutant Mods 6 ft. Blue - Green Lava Lamp LED IEEE-1394 FireWire Cable, 6-6 pin

1394_6FLBG

Mutant Mods 6 ft. Red - Yellow Lava Lamp LED IEEE-1394 FireWire Cable, 6-6 pin

1394_6FLRY

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Form Factor/Interface Full-sized PCI, ver. 2.1 compliant

Standards Supported IEEE-1394/IEEE-1394A (FireWire 400)

Maximum Data Transfer Rate 400 Mbits/sec.

Connectors 4 x 6-pin FireWire female (1 internal, 3 external)

OS Support Windows 98SE/ME/2000/XP

Fully plug and play compliant

Regulatory & Other Certifications FCC Class B, CE, UL, Microsoft WHQL

Mutant Mods 6 ft. Blue LED IEEE-1394 FireWire Cable, 6-6 pin

1394_6LEDBL

Mutant Mods 6 ft. Red LED IEEE-1394 FireWire Cable, 6-6 pin

1394_6LEDRD

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Technical Support

StarTech.com’s lifetime technical support is an integral part of our commitment to provide
industry-leading solutions. If you ever need help with your product, visit
www.startech.com/support and access our comprehensive selection of online tools,
documentation, and downloads.

Warranty Information

This product is backed by a lifetime warranty. In addition, StarTech.com warrants its
products against defects in materials and workmanship for the periods noted, following
the initial date of purchase. During this period, the products may be returned for repair, or
replacement with equivalent products at our discretion. The warranty covers parts and
labor costs only. StarTech.com does not warrant its products from defects or damages
arising from misuse, abuse, alteration, or normal wear and tear.

Limitation of Liability

In no event shall the liability of StarTech.com Ltd. and StarTech.com USA LLP (or their
officers, directors, employees or agents) for any damages (whether direct or indirect,
special, punitive, incidental, consequential, or otherwise), loss of profits, loss of business,
or any pecuniary loss, arising out of or related to the use of the product exceed the
actual price paid for the product.

Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential
damages. If such laws apply, the limitations or exclusions contained in this statement
may not apply to you.

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Revised: 18 August 2004 (Rev. B)

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