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Preface Inside This Manual This manual provides complete instructions on how to install and use the Adaptec AHA-2740 Series of EISA-to-Fast SCSI Host Adapters. Chapter 1, Introduction, provides general information about the Adaptec AHA-2740 Series of host adapters. The features, board layout, and default settings are included. It also tells you how to contact Adaptec Technical Support. Chapter 2, Getting Started, has the information needed to install the host adapter and SCSI devices. Chapter 3, Configuring the Host Adapter, describes the EISA Configuration utility and how it is used to configure your host adapter. The chapter also describes the utilities available through the EISA Configuration utility. Chapter 4, Troubleshooting, has information to assist you in troubleshooting problems that may occur during installation and configuration. Appendix A, Specifications, lists technical specifications of the host adapter and its connectors, which may be of use to the advanced user or technician. Appendix B, I/O Operating Environment, provides information on using your host adapter with various operating systems, such as DOS/Windows. A brief discussion on Adaptec's EZ-SCSI I/O Operating Environment Software is also included. Appendix C, Optimizing Performance, has various tips on maximizing the performance of your host adapter. Appendix D, Disk Drives Over 1 Gigabyte, describes Adaptec's extended translation feature which allows you to bypass the DOS 1024 cylinder limit, and supports disk drives up to 8 Gigabytes (GBytes) in size. xi Adaptec AHA-2740 Series User's Manual Stock Number: 510381-00 / Rev. C (Page 0-xi) Print Spec Number: 491709-00 Rev C Current Date: 9/1/93 ECN Date: 9/14/93