Adaptec 1480A User Guide

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    U5-4’5 G71,- 5LIM5+51 "& )DAPTER
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    © 1997 Adaptec, Inc. All rights reserved. Adaptec, and the Adaptec logo are trademarks of Adaptec, Inc. which may be registered in some jurisdictions. Printed in Singapore STOCK NO.: 511537-00, Rev. A KL 8/97
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    w w w w SlimSCSI 1480 Adapter User's Guide R
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    the SlimSCSI 1480 2 Installing the SlimSCSI Windows 95 Driver 5 Using the SlimSCSI Adapter 6 Hot Plugging 6 Controlling the SCAM and Ultra Features 7 Understanding SCSI 10 SCSI IDs 10 SCAM Protocol 10 Terminating the SCSI Bus 11 Obtaining SCSI Cables 11 Connector Types 12 Troubleshooting 13
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    diskette s SlimSCSI 1480 Adapter User's Guide s 50-pin high-density cable s 50-pin low-density cable s Adaptec EZ-SCSI software and Quick Reference Guide s Mail-in card for free DB25 cable s Registration card System Requirements s Portable PC with CardBus-enabled PC Card slot s Windows® 95, version
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    on the back of the device. Note: If your SCSI device has a DB25 (25-pin) connector, you can order a free DB25 cable from Adaptec by sending in the card included in this User's Guide. 3 Connect the SlimSCSI cable to the SlimSCSI 1480, as shown below: CardBus Slots SlimSCSI 1480 SlimSCSI Connector 2
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    Installing the SlimSCSI 1480 4 Plug the other end of the cable into the first (or only) SCSI device, as shown below. Make sure the SCSI device is not powered. SCSI Connector SCSI Device Terminator 5 (Optional) Connect up to two additional UltraSCSI devices by daisy-chaining them to the first
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    sure whether the SCSI device provides termination power. 9 Connect all power cables to the SCSI devices. Then power up all the devices. 10 Insert the SlimSCSI 1480 into one of your portable PC's Card- Bus slots. 11 Power up your portable PC. Next, you must install the SlimSCSI Windows 95 driver. 4
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    Update Device Driver wizard, insert the SlimSCSI 1480 Setup Diskette for Windows 95 in the floppy disk drive. Click the Next button. Note: Refer to the Windows 95 Device Driver Wizard Help if you have questions about installing the driver. 4 If you see Adaptec APA-1480 CardBus SCSI Controller in the
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    if the SCSI device activity light is on.) Follow these steps to remove the SlimSCSI 1480 while Windows 95 is running 1 Click on the small PC Card (PCMCIA) icon in the lower right corner of the screen. You will see a dialog box similar to the following: 2 Select Adaptec APA-1480 CardBus UltraSCSI
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    mode that is supported by newer SCSI devices. By default, the SCAM and Ultra options are enabled when you install your SlimSCSI 1480 adapter. To disable or enable the SCAM and Ultra features: 1 From Windows 95, click the Start button, point to Settings, and then click Control Panel. 2 Double-click
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    SlimSCSI 1480 User's Guide 4 Double-click SCSI Controllers. The System Properties dialog box now looks like this: 5 Double-click Adaptec APA-1480 CardBus UltraSCSI Adapter. 6 Select the Settings tab in the dialog box. In the Adapter Set- tings box type one of these commands: s To disable the Ultra
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    Using the SlimSCSI Adapter The dialog box will now display the options you have entered, as shown below: Note: To enable an option that you previously disabled, return
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    same time. s The SlimSCSI 1480 adapter is preset to SCSI ID 7, which gives it the highest priority on the SCSI bus. s In Windows 95, you can use the Device Manager to view the SCSI ID and other information about each installed SCSI device. s If you installed Adaptec® EZ-SCSI® software, you can use
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    SCSI Cables You will need additional SCSI cables if you connect more than one SCSI device to your SlimSCSI 1480. It is important to use highquality cables to ensure that data is read and written correctly. Adaptec provides high-quality SCSI cables designed specifically for use with the SlimSCSI 1480
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    device with a DB25 connector, you can order a free DB25 cable from Adaptec to connect it to the SlimSCSI 1480. The mail-in card for the cable is inserted in this User's Guide. The total length of cabling on the SCSI bus should not exceed the maximum lengths listed in the following table: Maximum
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    are working correctly, contact the manufacturer of the problem device for troubleshooting information. General Hardware Troubleshooting s Be sure all SCSI cables and power cables are properly connected and all SCSI devices are powered. s Be sure the SlimSCSI 1480 is firmly seated in the CardBus slot
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    SlimSCSI 1480 User's Guide General Software Troubleshooting Some portable PCs have a Suspend/Resume button to problem: 1 In Windows 95, click the Start button, then click Run. 2 In the Run window, type command, then click OK. 3 At the DOS prompt, type cd \windows\system and press Enter. If Windows 95
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    Windows 95 socket is enabled and is running correctly? 1 Insert the SlimSCSI 1480 in the CardBus slot. 2 Click the Start button and click Settings. 3 Click Control Panel. 4 Double click the System icon, and then select the Device Man- ager tab. 5 Double-click SCSI controllers. If APA-1480 CardBus
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    . 5 Double-click SCSI controllers. The driver for the SlimSCSI adapter is listed as Adaptec APA-1480 CardBus UltraSCSI Adapter. s If the driver is listed, this means it is loaded properly. s If the driver is listed but has an exclamation mark inside a yellow circle, it is in a problem state (usually
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    Troubleshooting 3 Follow the onscreen instructions. If Windows 95 does not detect the SlimSCSI 1480, run the Add New Hardware Wizard again: 1 Double-click Add New Hardware in the Control Panel. 2 Select No on the second screen of the wizard. 3 Select SCSI controllers on the next screen. 4 Select the
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    Start button, select Settings, and select Control Panel. 2 Double-click the System icon. 3 Click the General tab in the System Properties dialog box. If Windows 95 version 4.00.950b or higher is listed in the top right area of the dialog box, your SlimSCSI 1480 probably needs a system BIOS update
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    s To use the Adaptec Interactive Support System, call 800-959-7274 or 408-945-2550, 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. The system prompts you with questions regarding your problem and then provides step-by-step troubleshooting instructions. s To speak with a product support representative, call 408-934
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    945-2550, M-F, 6:00 A.M. to 5:00 P.M., Pacific Time. s To order Adaptec software and SCSI cables, call 800-442-7274 or 408-957-7274, M-F, 6:00 A.M. to 5: Adaptec, the Adaptec logo, APA, and EZ-SCSI are trademarks of Adaptec, Inc. which may be registered in some jurisdictions. Windows and Windows 95
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    installed and used in accordance with the instruction manual, may cause harmful interference to radio help. Use a shielded and properly grounded I/O cable and power cable to ensure compliance of this unit to the specified may cause undesired operation. Adaptec, Inc. APA-1480 Tested To Comply With
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    to: a use the Software on a single computer system which incorporates an Adaptec SCSI Card, or in the case of a multi-user or networked system which permits workmanship under normal use and service for a period of thirty (30) days from the date of delivery to you. ADAPTEC DOES NOT AND CANNOT
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    you agree to be bound by its terms and conditions. You further agree that it is the complete and exclusive statement of the agreement between Adaptec and you which supersedes any proposal or prior agreement, oral or written, and any terms of this Agreement or any different terms will be enforceable
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    is available to the purchaser by delivering the product during the warranty period to an authorized Adaptec service facility or to Adaptec and providing proof of purchase price and date. The purchaser shall bear all shipping, packing and insurance costs and all other costs, excluding labor and
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