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Introduction
This document explains how to install and use the Adaptec SlimSCSI
- the Universal SCSI Connection (model APA
PC Card-to-SCSI adapter allows you to easily connect most SCSI
devices to portable PCs using any of several popular operating sys-
tems. The SlimSCSI adapter includes the following features:
High-speed operation
Ability to connect up to seven SCSI devices
50-pin high-density and 50-pin low-density SCSI connectors,
which can be used with almost any SCSI-compatible device
The following software is included with the SlimSCSI adapter:
®
Adaptec EZ-SCSI
4.0 software, providing SlimSCSI adapter sup-
port for most SCSI devices running under Windows
®
Windows
95, and Windows NT
audio CD player, a tape backup utility, an online tutorial, and other
programs.
Windows NT/OS2/Windows 95 Driver diskette
CardWizard Pro (for Windows 3.1) and CardWizard Pro for
Windows 95 software, which can be installed, if necessary, to
resolve resource conflicts on PCs running under these operating
systems.
Where Do I Start?
First, follow the instructions in Installing the SlimSCSI Adapter on
page 2.
When you have installed the SlimSCSI adapter and SCSI devices,
turn to Completing the Installation on page 3. Install the software by
following the instructions for the operating system you are
using-Windows 3.1, Windows 95, Windows NT, or OS/2.
®
™
-1460A). The SlimSCSI
®
3.1,
™
. Adaptec EZ-SCSI includes an
Contents
Adapter . . . . . . . . . . 2
in Windows 3.1 . . . . . . . . . 3
in Windows 95 . . . . . . . . . 4
in Windows NT . . . . . . . . 5
in OS/2 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
Using the SlimSCSI
Adapter . . . . . . . . . . 7
Hot Plugging . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
Disk Partitioning . . . . . . . . . 7
Need Assistance? . . . . 8
Troubleshooting Checklist . 8
Troubleshooting with
CardWizard Pro . . . . . . . . 9
Contacting Adaptec . . . . . .10
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Summary of Contents for Adaptec SlimSCSI APA-1460A
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Page 1: Table Of Contents
Introduction This document explains how to install and use the Adaptec SlimSCSI ™ - the Universal SCSI Connection (model APA -1460A). The SlimSCSI PC Card-to-SCSI adapter allows you to easily connect most SCSI devices to portable PCs using any of several popular operating sys- tems. -
Page 2: Installing The Slimscsi Adapter
Installing the SlimSCSI Adapter Follow these steps to install the SlimSCSI adapter and connect your SCSI devices to it: Determine which SlimSCSI cable you need to connect the SlimSCSI adapter to the first (or only) SCSI device. The SlimSCSI kit includes a cable with a 50-pin high-density connector and another cable with a 50-pin low-density connector. -
Page 3: Completing The Installation
(or only) device on the SCSI bus is terminated. Start Windows 3.1. Insert the Adaptec EZ-SCSI diskette #1 in the PC’s floppy disk drive. Select File/Run from the Program Manager menu. When the Run dialog box appears, type a:\setup and click OK. -
Page 4: Completing The Installation In Windows 95
PC’s version of DOS Card and Socket Services. Boot the PC to DOS and insert the Adaptec EZ-SCSI diskette #2 in the PC’s floppy drive. At the DOS prompt, change to the drive letter of the floppy drive (usually a:), type dosinst, and press Enter. -
Page 5: Completing The Installation In Windows Nt
PC’s version of DOS Card and Socket Services. Boot the PC to DOS and insert the Adaptec EZ-SCSI diskette #2 in the PC’s floppy drive. At the DOS prompt, change to the drive letter of the floppy drive (usually a:), type dosinst, and press Enter. - Page 6 Click Close, and exit Setup; then restart your PC when you are prompted to do so. When Windows NT starts again, insert the Adaptec EZ-SCSI diskette #1 in the floppy disk drive. Select Run from Program Manager’s File menu.