User’s Guide for Qio CF4 Professional CompactFlash Media ™ ® Reader & Writer For Windows
Contents 1 Introduction and Package Contents........................................................................................... 1 Introduction Package Contents—QIO-CF4-E34 Package Contents—QIO-CF4-PCIE 2 Qio CF4 Enclosure Description................................................................................................... 2 3 Mac User’s Software/Hardware Installation Steps....................................................................
Chapter 1 – Introduction and Package Contents Introduction Qio CF4’s 6 Gb/s PCIe 2.0 eSATA controller offers support for hardware RAID controllers to enable Qio CF4 to control up to eight drives (in two drive enclosures). Qio CF4 is a professional 4-slot CompactFlash (CF) media reader & writer, and eSATA host controller. Included with Qio CF4 is either the Sonnet Express Bus Extender PCIe 2.0 adapter card (for desktop computers) or the Sonnet PCIe 2.
Chapter 2 – Qio CF4 Enclosure Description 1–P ower Indicator LED This indicator lights when Qio CF4 is powered, the Sonnet adapter card is installed properly in its slot, the PCIe cable between the two is plugged in securely, and the computer powered on 2 – CF Media Slots These slots accept Type I CF memory cards; Qio CF4 is not compatible with Type II (Microdrive, etc.
Chapter 3 – Mac User’s Software/Hardware Installation Steps C – Express Bus Extender PCIe 2.0 Installation Steps This chapter covers the Qio CF4 software and hardware installation steps for Mac users. Windows users should skip to Chapter 5 – Windows User’s Hardware Installation and Connection Steps. WARNING: When handling computer products, take care to prevent components from being damaged by static electricity; avoid working in carpeted areas.
Chapter 4 – Mac User’s Qio CF4 Connection Steps Connecting Qio CF4 to a MacBook Pro With an ExpressCard Slot It is important that you connect the PCIe 2.0 Bus Extender ExpressCard/34 adapter and the Qio CF4 enclosure in the proper order, before you turn on your computer: After installing the software, do the following: 1. Connect the external PCIe x1 interface cable to the PCIe 2.0 Bus Extender ExpressCard/34 adapter. 2. Insert the PCIe 2.
Chapter 5 – Windows User’s Hardware Installation and Connection Steps 3. Open the computer to access the expansion card area (PCI Express slots); refer to your computer’s user manual for specific information. WARNING: When handling computer products, take care to prevent components from being damaged by static electricity; avoid working in carpeted areas. Handle expansion cards only by their edges and avoid touching connector traces and component pins.
Chapter 5 – Windows User’s Hardware Installation and Connection Steps B – Connect Qio CF4 to a Laptop Computer Connect the PCIe 2.0 Bus Extender ExpressCard/34 adapter and the Qio CF4 enclosure in the proper order, before you turn on your computer: 1. Connect the external PCIe x1 interface cable to the PCIe 2.0 Bus Extender ExpressCard/34 adapter. 2. Insert the PCIe 2.0 Bus Extender ExpressCard/34 adapter into your computer’s ExpressCard slot. 3.
Chapter 6 – Windows User’s BIOS Setup Steps A – BIOS Settings Change for Desktop Users A – BIOS Settings Change for Laptop Users Support Note: Due to limited PCI I/O space, you will be Support Note: Due to limited PCI I/O space, you will be instructed in the section below to disable at least one option ROM in the computer’s BIOS. It may be necessary to disable at least one additional option ROM to support all of the Qio CF4’s features. If necessary, you can re-enable option ROMs in the BIOS.
Chapter 7 – Memory Card and Adapter Card Use Inserting and Removing CF Cards Using the Sonnet PCIe 2.
Chapter 8 – Using Drives Connected via eSATA Mac Users: Connecting/Disconnecting Drives Windows Users: Connecting/Disconnecting Drives •M ac OS X users may hot-plug and hot-swap drives connected to the Qio CF4 •A lways shut down your computer and drives before disconnecting the drives or their cables from the Qio CF4 • Before disconnecting cables from the Qio CF4 or attached drives, eject any mounted drive or volume by dragging its icon to the Eject icon in the Dock, or clicking its Eject button in
Chapter 9 – Tips and Known Issues Tips Known Issues For Windows Users Hot-Plugging Memory Cards You may hot-plug and hot-swap cards in and out of the Qio CF4 enclosure. However, you must follow proper procedures for ejecting volumes or else you may lose data on the card or cause your computer to behave unexpectedly. Do not insert cards into the Qio CF4 enclosure while your computer is sleeping. Depending on Which Slot You Installed the Sonnet Express Bus Extender PCIe 2.
Chapter 10 – Specifications, Precautions, FCC Compliance, and Support Information Specifications External Connectors (Qio CF4 Enclosure) Warnings (continued) • Do not expose the device to rain, use it near water or containers that contain liquids which might spill into any openings, or in damp or wet conditions Four CompactFlash (CF) Two eSATA External PCIe x1 - 18 Two power; one 12VDC @ 3A (20VDC MAX) input, one 12VDC @ .
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