Preface; Inside This Manual - Adaptec AHA-2740 User Manual

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.
Adaptec AHA-2740 Series User's Manual
Stock Number: 510381-00 / Rev. C
Print Spec Number: 491709-00 Rev C
Current Date: 9/1/93
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ECN Date: 9/14/93
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