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CAUTION
If these guidelines are
not followed correctly,
your computer and
other FireWire devices
may not operate
.
correctly
Multiple Device Connection
FireWire Connection Instructions & Limitations
FireWire devices can be connected in any combination of branching
and chaining, as long as no loops are formed. A FireWire bus can
support up to 16 consecutive cable hops of 4.5 meters (14.76 feet)
each. There are no SCSI-style ID numbers to set and no termination
requirements.
FireWire Connection Guidelines
Follow these guidelines for connecting FireWire devices to the
computer:
Do not connect more than 63 devices at one time (including
!
computers). If possible, connect slower devices at the end of the
chain.
Do not connect devices in such a way that any two devices have
!
more than 16 cables directly connected between them.
Do not connect FireWire cables in a way that forms a ring of
!
devices.
Unused FireWire connections should be left empty. There are no
!
terminators for FireWire connections.
Connect devices that require power from the FireWire bus directly
!
to the computer or a FireWire hub.
Do not unplug a FireWire device while it is being used. For
!
example, do not unplug a FireWire hard drive while copying files
onto it.
If you have problems with digital video transfers, make certain
!
that no other FireWire devices are being used at the same time.
If for any reason the application program cannot establish contact
!
with the FireWire external hard drive, the bus may be reset by
momentarily unplugging the FireWire cable from the drive and
replugging it.
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