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Adaptec AUA-1411 User Manual

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  • Page 1 AUA-1411 DuoConnect for Notebooks User’s Guide...
  • Page 2 Copyright © 2003 Adaptec, Inc. All rights reserved. No part of this publication may be reproduced, stored in a retrieval system, or transmitted in any form or by any means, electronic, mechanical, photocopying, recording or otherwise, without the prior written consent of Adaptec, Inc., 691 South Milpitas Blvd., Milpitas, CA 95035.
  • Page 3 Adaptec Customer Support If you have questions about installing or using your Adaptec product, check this document first—you will find answers to most of your questions here. If you need further assistance, use the support options listed below. Technical Support Identification (TSID) Number Before contacting Technical Support, you need your unique 12-digit TSID number.
  • Page 4 Limited 5-Year Hardware Warranty 1. Adaptec, Inc. (“Adaptec”) warrants to the purchaser of this product that it will be free from defects in material and workmanship for a period of five (5) years from the date of purchase. If the product should become defective within the warranty period, Adaptec, at its option, will repair or replace the product, or refund the purchaser’s purchase price for the product,...
  • Page 5 TERMS APPLICABLE TO THE SOFTWARE, YOU MAY RETURN THE ENTIRE UNUSED PRODUCT FOR A FULL REFUND. In return for acquiring a license to use the Adaptec software, which may include software from third party licensors and patches made available by Adaptec (“Software”), and the related documentation, you agree to the following terms and conditions: 1.
  • Page 6 Software is furnished will be free from defects in material or workmanship under normal use and service for a period of thirty (30) days from the date of delivery to you. ADAPTEC AND ITS LICENSORS DO NOT AND CANNOT WARRANT THE PERFORMANCE OR RESULTS YOU MAY OBTAIN BY USING THE SOFTWARE OR DOCUMENTATION.
  • Page 7 This device complies with part 15 of the FCC rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause harmful interference and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation. Adaptec, Inc. FOR HOME OR OFFICE USE European Union Compliance Statement...
  • Page 8 Canadian Compliance Statement This Class B digital apparatus meets all requirements of the Canadian Interference- Causing Equipment Regulations. Cet appareil numérique de la classe B respecte toutes les exigences du Règlement sur le matériel brouilleur du Canada. Japanese Compliance (Voluntary Control Council Initiative) This equipment complies to class B Information Technology equipment based on VCCI (Voluntary Control Council for Interface).

  • Page 9: Table Of Contents

    In this Guide Getting Started Installing the Adaptec USB CardBus Plug-in Inserting the Adapter Installing the Device Drivers Connecting Devices Removing the Adapter Troubleshooting About USB Technology About 1394 Technology...

  • Page 10: Getting Started

    This User’s Guide explains how to install your AUA-1411 DuoConnect for Notebooks adapter and its associated drivers. It describes how to connect your AUA-1411 to a USB device and a digital video camera, and contains an overview of USB and 1394 (FireWire ) technology.

  • Page 11: Installation Overview

    Installation Overview Caution: Do not insert the DuoConnect for Notebooks adapter into your computer before you install the Adaptec USB CardBus Plug-in. See You install your DuoConnect for Notebooks in four simple steps: 1 Install the Adaptec USB CardBus Plug-in—Windows XP and Windows 2000 only.

  • Page 12: Installing The Adaptec Usb Cardbus Plug-In

    CardBus Plug-in (Windows XP and 2000 only) If you are running Windows XP or Windows 2000 on your notebook computer, you must install the Adaptec USB CardBus Plug-in software before you insert the DuoConnect for Notebooks adapter. Caution: Do not insert the DuoConnect for Notebooks adapter into your computer before you install the Adaptec USB CardBus Plug-in.

  • Page 13: Inserting The Adapter

    Inserting the Adapter To successfully install your DuoConnect for Notebooks adapter: 1 Disconnect any devices that are connected to the adapter. 2 Carefully insert the adapter into the CardBus slot of your computer, as shown. 3 Insert the DuoConnect for Notebooks CD into your CD-ROM drive, if you haven’t done so already.

  • Page 14: Installing The Device Drivers

    For Windows XP, see For Windows 2000, see For Windows Me, see For Windows 98SE, see Description NEC USB Open Host Controller Adaptec AUA-1411 CardBus to USB Enhanced Host Controller (See Note below.) Texas Instruments OHCI-compliant IEEE 1394 Controller page page...

  • Page 15: Windows Xp

    Windows XP Note: If your operating system is updated with the latest Microsoft service pack, Windows recognizes the new hardware and automatically installs the necessary drivers. Your installation is complete. If your operating system is not updated with the latest Microsoft service pack, Windows recognizes the new hardware and automatically opens the Found New Hardware Wizard.
  • Page 16 2 Click Continue Anyway. Note: Adaptec drivers have been fully tested and certified to work with the AUA-1411 card. 3 When the installation is complete, click Finish. 4 If you are prompted to restart your computer, click Yes. Installing the Device Drivers...
  • Page 17 USB 1.1 drivers Note: If you are using Microsoft’s USB 2.0 drivers, they will appear under Universal Serial Bus controllers instead of Adaptec’s USB 2.0 drivers, as shown in the next Figure. 1394 driver USB 1.1 drivers USB 2.0...

  • Page 18: Windows 2000

    Windows 2000 Note: If your operating system is updated with the latest Microsoft service pack, Windows recognizes the new hardware and automatically installs the necessary drivers. Your installation is complete. If your operating system is not updated with the latest Microsoft service pack, Windows recognizes the new hardware and automatically opens the Found New Hardware Wizard.
  • Page 19 Installing the Device Drivers 2 Select Search for a suitable driver..., then click Next. 3 Select only CD-ROM drives, then click Next.
  • Page 20 Installing the Device Drivers 4 Click Next. 5 When the installation is complete, click Finish. 6 Restart your computer if prompted to do so.
  • Page 21 USB 1.1 drivers Note: If you are using Microsoft’s USB 2.0 drivers, they will appear under Universal Serial Bus controllers instead of Adaptec’s USB 2.0 drivers, as shown in the next Figure. 1394 driver USB 1.1 drivers USB 2.0...

  • Page 22: Windows Me

    Installing the Device Drivers Windows Me Windows recognizes the new hardware and automatically opens the Found New Hardware Wizard. To complete the driver installation: 1 Select Automatic search for a better driver..., then click Next. 2 When the installation is complete, click Finish. 3 Restart your computer if prompted to do so.
  • Page 23 Verifying Driver Installation To verify that the drivers are installed: 1 Rick-click the My Computer desktop icon, select Properties, then click the Device Manager tab. 2 Select View devices by type. 3 Expand 1394 Bus Controllers and Universal Serial Bus controllers and verify that the drivers called-out below appear.
  • Page 24 Installing the Device Drivers Windows 98 SE These instructions guide you through the installation of 1394, USB 1.1, and USB 2.0 drivers. These drivers are installed in sequence, not all at the same time. Follow these instructions to ensure that all drivers are installed correctly.
  • Page 25 Installing the Device Drivers 3 Deselect all options, then click Next. 4 Select The updated driver..., then click Next.
  • Page 26 5 Click Next. 6 Click Finish. The 1394 driver installation is complete. The Add New Hardware Wizard reopens. 7 Repeat Step 1 Step The first USB 1.1 driver installation is complete. The Add New Hardware Wizard reopens. 8 Repeat Step 1 Step 6 The second USB 1.1 driver installation is complete.
  • Page 27 9 Click Next. 10 Click Search for the best driver..., then click Next. 11 Ensure that your DuoConnect for Notebooks CD is in your CD-ROM drive, then select Specify a location, type the drive letter of your CD-ROM drive, and click Next. Note: Your CD-ROM drive letter may be different from the one shown in the example.
  • Page 28 Verifying Driver Installation To verify that the drivers are installed: 1 Right-click the My Computer desktop icon, select Properties, and click the Device Manager tab. 2 Select View devices by type. 3 Expand 1394 Bus Controllers and Universal Serial Bus controllers.

  • Page 29: Connecting Devices

    You can connect standard USB 1.1 and high-speed USB 2.0 devices to your DuoConnect for Notebooks adapter. To ensure proper functioning, Adaptec recommends using only standard USB cables with a maximum length of 6 feet (2 meters). Hard disk drive connected...

  • Page 30: Connecting A Digital Video Camera

    External Power Source You may need to connect an external power source to the DuoConnect for Notebooks adapter if you are connecting it to multiple USB devices with varying power requirements, or FireWire devices that do not have their own power supply. If necessary, use a UL-approved power supply rated at 12 Volts and capable of 2.1 Amps, with connector size 3.5 mm outside/1.3 mm inside diameter, 8 mm length.

  • Page 31: Connecting Multiple Devices

    Note: You can connect USB 2.0 devices to a USB 1.1 hub, but they will run at USB 1.1 speed. See About USB Technology page 26 for more information. High-quality USB 2.0 hubs are available for sale on the Adaptec Web site at www.adaptec.com. Hot-plugging Your AUA-1411 adapter supports hot-plugging, so you can connect and disconnect your devices while your computer is running.

  • Page 32: Removing The Adapter

    Removing the Adapter You must use the Unplug or Eject Hardware Wizard to properly disconnect your DuoConnect for Notebooks adapter from your computer. To disconnect the adapter: 1 Stop and disconnect all devices connected to the adapter. (Refer to your devices’ documentation for instructions, if required.) 2 Click the Unplug or Eject Hardware Wizard icon (shown at right) on your system tray, which is in the bottom right corner of your screen.

  • Page 33: Troubleshooting

    Are your drivers current? Check driver availability. If you encounter any problems with the software utilities, check file on the CD. Readme For more troubleshooting information, visit search the Adaptec Support Knowledgebase at Troubleshooting page 6 to refer to the for the latest www.adaptec.com www.adaptec.com...

  • Page 34: About Usb Technology

    About USB Technology USB stands for Universal Serial Bus. It is the interface between your computer and the USB devices you plug into it. Your computer communicates with USB devices through the USB interface. About USB Devices USB devices can be plugged into USB ports only, and must be supported by USB drivers.

  • Page 35: About 1394 Technology

    About 1394 Technology 1394 (also known as FireWire or i.LINK) is an international standard data transfer protocol created by Apple Computer, Inc. and ratified by the International Standards Organization as IEEE 1394. It is a series of standardized commands for moving data from one device to another.
  • Page 36 Adaptec, Inc. 691 South Milpitas Boulevard Milpitas, CA 95035 USA © 2003 Adaptec, Inc. All rights reserved. Adaptec and the Adaptec logo are trademarks of Adaptec, Inc. which may be registered in some jurisdictions. Part Number: 513556-06, Ver. AA LB 04/03...

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