SANDBERG 130-14 Compatible Firewire Boost User Manual

SANDBERG 130-14 Compatible Firewire Boost

Introduction

With this powerful card in your computer, you can connect equipment that uses the high-speed IEEE1394 standard, also called FireWire.

Installing the Card

• Switch off your computer and disconnect all the cables.
• Open the case.
• Remove the cover plate on the rear of the PC next to a free PCI port. If you are unsure which ports in your PC are PCI ports, look in the instructions for your motherboard or computer.
• Carefully insert the card into the PCI socket so that the metal flange is located where you removed the cover plate. Fasten the card to the case.
• Close the case and start Windows.

Specifications

• Type: IEEE1394.A compliant OHCI specification V0.94
• Speed: Transfer data rates of 100, 200 and 400Mbits/s
• Interrupter: Plug and play Bus: PCI Bus
• Supports Provisions of IEEE 1394-1995 Standard for High Performance Serial
  Bus and the P1394a Supplement 2.0
• Full P1394a Supplement Support includes: Arbitrated short reset, Connection Debounce, Multi-speed Concatenation, Ack Accelerated Arbitration, Fly-By Concatenation, Programmable Port Disable, Suspend, Resume, PHY IDs Do Not Increment Past 63
• Logic Performs Bus Initialization and Arbitration Functions
• Encode and Decode Functions Included for Data-Strobe Bit-Level Encoding
• Incoming Data Re-synchronized to Local Clock
• Cable Power Presence Monitoring
• Programmable Node Power Class Information for System Power Management
• Embedded Bus Holder Isolation to Link Layer Controller Interface
• Fully Interoperable with IEEE Std1394-1995 Devices
• Connectors: 3*IEEE 1394 external ports, 1*IEEE 1394 internal port

PCI 2.2
This standard is required for your PCI port so that the FireWire card works correctly. Further information on this can be found in the instructions for your motherboard or computer.

The Internal Port
The internal FireWire port can be used, for example, for hard disk and CD-ROM drives with an IEEE1394 interface. Please note that the internal port on the card (port 4) cannot be used if the upper port on the rear (port 1) is in use.

The Internal Power Socket
Some motherboards may have problems supplying sufficient power to the FireWire card via the PCI socket. Therefore, it may be necessary to connect a 5/12-Volt cable (as for the CD-ROM drive) directly to the card.

Driver Installation in Windows®
When Windows starts, the associated software is installed automatically. You just need to restart your computer and follow the instructions on the screen. The card is now installed and ready for use.

Features

• FireWire Boost: Designed to increase your FireWire port’s power output, the SANDBERG 130-14 ensures a more reliable connection for devices that need more power, such as audio/video equipment and external hard drives.
• Compatibility: It is adaptable to a wide range of devices because it can be used with both 6-pin and 4-pin FireWire connectors.
• Power Supply: To ensure steady performance and avoid disconnections, this device provides extra power to FireWire devices that might be using more current than the port can handle.
• Plug-and-play: No complicated installation or other software is required. The FireWire Boost only needs to be plugged into your system to begin operating.
• Compact Design: The gadget takes up little room and is easy to carry and install due to its compact size and light weight.
• High Data Transfer speeds: Facilitates rapid data sharing between FireWire-connected devices by supporting the high data transfer speeds of FireWire technology.

Safety Information

• Electrical Safety: To reduce the chance of receiving an electrical shock, make sure the equipment is always connected to a properly grounded electrical system.
• Avoid Overloading: To prevent device failure or damage, avoid trying to power devices that have a higher power output than what is supported.
• Keep Dry: To prevent malfunctions or short circuits, keep the FireWire Boost device away from water, moisture, and high humidity.
• Proper Ventilation: To avoid overheating, make sure the gadget has enough ventilation. Keep it away from hot sources.
  unplug Power: To prevent electrical dangers, always unplug power from the connected equipment before installing or removing the device.
• Utilization with Compliant Devices: To prevent harm, the FireWire Boost should only be utilized with FireWire-enabled devices that fall within the device’s power and performance parameters.

Troubleshooting

The FireWire card was not found during startup

• Check that the card is correctly located in the PCI port.
• Try to connect the internal power to the power socket on the FireWire card.
• Move the FireWire card to another PCI port.

The FireWire card does not register that a FireWire device has been connected

• Not all FireWire devices are registered in the same way as normal hardware. Look in the manual for the Fire Wire equipment and see how it must be installed.
• Try to connect the internal power to the power socket on the FireWire card.
• If you need further help or assistance in connection with your Sandberg product, you can see details on this on the last but one page of these instructions.
• Have fun with your Sandberg FireWire Boost PCI card!

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