Adaptec APA-1460A User's Guide

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4SlimSCSI 1460 Adapter User’s Guide5(Optional) Connect up to two additional SCSI devices by daisy-chaining them to the first device, as shown below:6B

5Installing the SlimSCSI 14608Be sure that at least one external SCSI device provides SCSI bus termination power or that the last device on the bus su

6SlimSCSI 1460 Adapter User’s GuideCompleting the InstallationUpdating the Windows 95 Miniport DriverWindows 95 has built-in software support for the

7Completing the InstallationCompleting the SlimSCSI Installation in Windows 3.11If Windows 3.1 is not already running, start it now.2Insert the Adapte

8SlimSCSI 1460 Adapter User’s GuideCompleting the SlimSCSI Installation in Windows NTThe SlimSCSI adapter is supported under Windows NT version 3.51 a

9Completing the Installation5When EZ-SCSI installation is complete, remove the diskette and reboot your PC to DOS. A drive letter should now be assign

10SlimSCSI 1460 Adapter User’s Guide8Select APA-1425/50/60 SCSI Host Adapter, for NT 3.51 from the list and click OK to add it to the list of SCSI ada

11Completing the InstallationCompleting the SlimSCSI Installation in OS/2Here is some important information about using the SlimSCSI adapter in comput

12SlimSCSI 1460 Adapter User’s Guide8Open the OS/2 System icon, and then open the System Setup folder. Double-click the Device Driver Installation ico

13Using the SlimSCSI 1460Using the SlimSCSI 1460Hot PluggingAfter you install the SlimSCSI 1460 driver in your Windows 95 PC, you can insert or remove

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14SlimSCSI 1460 Adapter User’s Guide4When you see the message You may safely remove this device, remove the SlimSCSI 1460 from the slot.Caution: Your

15Understanding SCSIUnderstanding SCSISCSI (pronounced “scuzzy”) stands for Small Computer Systems Interface. SCSI is an industry standard computer in

16SlimSCSI 1460 Adapter User’s GuideTerminating the SCSI BusTo ensure reliable communication on the SCSI bus, terminators must be installed (or enable

17Understanding SCSIConnector TypesSeveral different types of SCSI connectors are used on SCSI devices, and each type requires a different kind of cab

18SlimSCSI 1460 Adapter User’s GuideTroubleshootingMost problems with the SlimSCSI 1460 result from errors in prepar-ing and connecting the SCSI devic

19TroubleshootingWindows 3.1 TroubleshootingIf you installed CardWizard Pro software to correct a resource allo-cation problem, be sure that the EZ-SC

20SlimSCSI 1460 Adapter User’s Guide4Verify that the SlimSCSI 1460 software driver is loading prop-erly (see below).How do I determine if the SlimSCSI

21TroubleshootingWhat if there is no SCSI controllers icon under Device Manager, or the SlimSCSI 1460 software driver does not appear under Device Man

22SlimSCSI 1460 Adapter User’s Guide4On the View Resources tab, click the option button for the type of resource you want to check. Read the informati

23Troubleshooting with CardWizard ProOS/2 TroubleshootingYour SCSI subsystem and SCSI devices may become unstable when your laptop PC enters suspend m

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24SlimSCSI 1460 Adapter User’s Guide6Follow the instructions that appear on the screen. Refer to the CardWizard Pro online Help if you encounter any p

25Contacting AdaptecIf you have questions about installing or using your Adaptec prod-uct, check this User’s Guide first—you will find answers to most

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iii▼ ▼ ▼ ▼ ContentsIntroduction 1Where Do I Start? 1Contents of Kit 1System Requirements 2Installing the SlimSCSI 1460 2Completing the Installat

ivSlimSCSI 1460 Adapter User’s GuideTroubleshooting with CardWizard Pro 23Contacting Adaptec 25Electronic Support 25Technical and Product Support 25Sa

1IntroductionCongratulations on your purchase of Adaptec’s SlimSCSI® 1460. The SlimSCSI 1460 allows you to connect up to three SCSI devices to your po

2SlimSCSI 1460 Adapter User’s Guide Mail-in card for free DB25 cable Registration cardSystem Requirements Portable PC with a PC Card Type II, Type III

3Installing the SlimSCSI 14603Connect the SlimSCSI cable to the SlimSCSI 1460, as shown below:4Plug the other end of the cable into the first (or only