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- Page 1 NSTALLATION UIDE AVA-2904 PCI- SCSI C...
- Page 2 SCSI devices—such as scanners and CD-ROM, CDR, CDRW, and DVD drivers—to Microsoft operating systems (OSs). The Adaptec drivers are embedded within the Microsoft OS as AIC-7850. Alternately, the drivers can be downloaded from Adaptec’s Web site—http://www.adaptec-europe.com or http://www.adaptec.com—using the driver download option.
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Page 3: Installation And Setup
This installation guide explains how to install and use your new AVA-2904 SCSI Card. Once you have performed the installation steps described in this guide, your AVA-2904 SCSI Card and SCSI devices are ready for operation. If you are not connecting the full complement of seven devices during your initial installation, when the time comes to add another peripheral, this guide will help with that installation. - Page 4 (typically black) white or ivory) Align the AVA-2904 SCSI Card over the PCI slot and lower the card into the slot. Press it down firmly so that the bus contacts are securely seated in the slot. Secure the card bracket with the screw you removed in Step 2.
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Page 5: Connecting Internal Scsi Devices
SCSI D ONNECTING EVICES You can connect a total of seven SCSI devices to the AVA-2904 SCSI Card. Whether installing internal or external devices to a SCSI card, be certain that all devices are assigned a unique SCSI ID from 0 to 6. - Page 6 AVA-2904 PCI-to-Fast SCSI Card • If you purchased your SCSI card in an Adaptec kit, an internal SCSI cable that allows you to connect up to two internal SCSI devices is included. If you are connecting more than two internal SCSI devices, you must obtain a 50-pin internal SCSI cable with enough connectors to accommodate any additional devices.
- Page 7 Installation Guide If indeed you’ve only one device, you must attach it to the end of the cable. Remove (or disable) terminators on all devices that you plan to install in the middle of the cable (as shown in the figure at the bottom of page 5).
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Page 8: Connecting External Scsi Devices
* Connectors not portrayed to scale. If you have a SCSI device with a DB25 connector, you can order a DB25 cable from Adaptec to connect it to the AVA-2904 SCSI Card. No external cables are provided with this kit. You can order cables to fit your specific requirements from Adaptec or any computer products supplier. - Page 9 Installation Guide Procedure for Connecting External Devices You must prepare each external SCSI device for installation. Using the SCSI ID selector on the back of the device, be certain each external device is assigned a unique ID number ranging from 0 to 6. Refer to the device’s documentation for instructions on setting the SCSI ID.
- Page 10 AVA-2904 PCI-to-Fast SCSI Card Plug one end of the external SCSI cable into the card’s external SCSI connector, and plug the other end of the cable into either one of the SCSI connectors on the external SCSI device. (If you are installing only one external device, attach a terminating plug to the device.)
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Page 11: Driver Software Installation
In other types of situations, the following may be helpful. Windows 95 or 98 Once your AVA-2904 SCSI Card is installed and you have restarted your system, Windows 95 or 98 prompts you through the rest of the installation process. Follow these steps:... - Page 12 AVA-2904 PCI-to-Fast SCSI Card When the next setup wizard window appears, select (check) the CD-ROM drive option from the list, and click Next. Be sure the Microsoft Windows 9x CD-ROM is in your CD-ROM drive! Your system locates the device and prompts you to continue...
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Page 13: Windows Me And Windows 2000
The most current version of both OSs have embedded driver support for the SCSI card as part of the installation software. When the AVA-2904 SCSI Card is installed and you have rebooted your computer, the Add New Hardware Wizard setup window appears to walk you through the final steps. - Page 14 Your OS locates the appropriate driver for the newly detected device and automatically processes the installation. The AVA-2904 SCSI Card is detected as AIC-7850. This is the integrated circuit chip on your AVA-2904 SCSI Card. Once installed, the wizard confirms completion. Click Finish.
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Page 15: Windows Nt
With completion of this section, installation of your AVA-2904 SCSI Card and selection of drivers is complete. For more useful information on configuring your SCSI devices and using your AVA-2904 SCSI Card, refer to Using Your SCSI Card and SCSI Devices on page 16. Windows NT 4.0 The most current version of the Windows NT 4.0 OS has... - Page 16 Adaptec. From the SCSI Adapter list on the right side, highlight the driver you wish to install, then click OK. If the AVA-2904 SCSI Card does not show up in the list, select the Adaptec AHA-294X/AHA-394X or AIC-78XX PCI SCSI Controller.
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Page 17: Configuring Scsi Devices
When one or more Fast SCSI devices (SCSI devices that support a data transfer rate of up to 10 MB/sec) are connected to the AVA-2904 SCSI Card, the total length of all cables (internal and external) must not exceed 3 m (9.8 ft). See your device’s documentation to determine if it is a Fast SCSI device. -
Page 18: Installing Multiple Scsi Cards
(for example, each card can have a device with SCSI ID 2). Verifying that the Windows 95, 98, or Me (Millennium Edition) Driver is Installed To verify that the driver for the AVA-2904 SCSI Card is installed properly in Windows 95, Windows 98, or Windows Me, follow these steps: Click the Start button, point to Settings, then click Control Panel. - Page 19 Installation Guide Verifying that the Windows NT 4.0 Driver is Installed To verify that the Windows NT 4.0 driver for the AVA-2904 SCSI Card is installed properly, follow these steps: From the Start menu, go to Settings, and select Control Panel.
- Page 20 AVA-2904 PCI-to-Fast SCSI Card SCSI Card Settings The default SCSI card settings listed in the table below are fixed and cannot be changed. These settings are appropriate for most systems. SCSI Card Settings Default Card SCSI ID SCSI Parity Checking...
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Page 21: Troubleshooting
Are all SCSI devices powered on? • Are all SCSI bus cables and power cables properly connected? • Is the AVA-2904 SCSI Card firmly seated and secured in the PCI expansion slot? • Is pin 1 orientation maintained throughout the SCSI bus? •... - Page 22 SCSI devices are working correctly, please contact the device’s manufacturer for troubleshooting information. If, after addressing the questions in this section, you are still unable to resolve a problem, refer to the Adaptec Web site at http://www.adaptec-europe.com or http://www.adaptec.com for additional troubleshooting information and direction.
- Page 23 Copyright © 1997, 2001 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 24 Adaptec Customer Support If you have questions about installing or using your Adaptec product, check this installation guide 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’ll need your TSID.
- Page 25 13:30 to 15:00, Central European Time. To expedite your service, have your computer in front of you. To order Adaptec products, including accessories and SCSI cables: UK: +0800 96 65 26 or fax +0800 731 02 95 Other European countries: +32 11 300 379 Australia and New Zealand Visit our Web site at http://www.adaptec.com.au.
- Page 26 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. AVA-2904 Tested to Comply...
- Page 27 Limited 5-Year 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...
- Page 28 © 1997, 2001 Adaptec, Inc. All rights reserved. P/N.: 512859-06UK, Ver. AA LOC 05/01...
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