USER'S MANUAL FireSCSI Xpress FireWire (IEEE1394) to SCSI Adapter I N T E R N A T I O N A L, I N C.
USER'S MANUAL CONTENTS Home Controls within Adobe® Acrobat® Reader? Getting started Introduction What's included with the FireSCSI Xpress System requirements Connecting to a Macintosh Installation overview Installing the driver software Connect a SCSI device to the FireSCSI Xpress Connect the FireSCSI Xpress to your computer SCSI Termination SCSI Addressing Using the FireSCSI Xpress Connecting to a PC Compatible Installation overview Installing the driver software Connect a SCSI device to the FireSCSI Xp
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USER'S MANUAL Introduction: Thank you for purchasing the FireSCSI Xpress from Microtech International, Inc. The FireSCSI Xpress is a USB to SCSI converter for new Apple Macintosh and PC Compatible owners who wish to use their existing SCSI peripherals such as hard drives, Zip drives, and CDROM drives on a enabled system.
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USER'S MANUAL Installation Overview The FireSCSI Xpress is relatively easy to install and operate. To avoid complications during the installation process, please follow the steps in order as described in this chapter. Installing the Driver Software Macintosh Installation (Mac OS 8.5 or above): 1. Insert the Microtech Installer CD-ROM 2. Double-click on the "Microtech Installer" Icon 3. Follow any instructions displayed on the screen. 4.
USER'S MANUAL Connect a SCSI Device to the FireSCSI Xpress Microtech includes accessories to help make setup as convenient and hassle free as possible. The SCSI connector on your FireSCSI Xpress model may or may not be the appropriate SCSI connector to use in your system configuration (depending on the type of connectors on your SCSI device(s). You may need to obtain an adapter to properly connect the FireSCSI Xpress to your SCSI device. 1.
USER'S MANUAL Connect the FireSCSI Xpress to your computer 1. Connect one end of the FireWire (IEEE1394) cable to the FireSCSI Xpress. 2. Then connect the other end to and available FireWire port on your Macintosh computer as shown. 3. Follow any special instructions that accompanied your SCSI deviceand then restart your computer to complete the installation. You are now ready to use your SCSI peripheral.
USER'S MANUAL SCSI Addressing As only one device can be connected at once, the SCSI address on your SCSI device can be set at any ID you choose. Using the FireSCSI Xpress The FireSCSI Xpress cable by itself is "hot-pluggable," that is it can be safely attached to and detached from a live system. It is important to note however - SCSI devices are not hot-pluggable (based on industry standards).
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USER'S MANUAL Installation Overview The FireSCSI Xpress is relatively easy to install and operate. To avoid complications during the installation process, please follow the steps in order as described in this chapter. IInstalling the Driver Software For Windows 98SE: Insert the Microtech Installer CD-ROM. Open "My Computer" and then open the drive corresponding to your CD-ROM. Next double-click on the file labeled "242975us.exe" which will update your computer's FireWire support.
USER'S MANUAL Connect a SCSI Device to the FireSCSI Xpress Microtech includes accessories to help make setup as convenient and hassle free as possible. The SCSI connector on your FireSCSI Xpress model may or may not be the appropriate SCSI connector to use in your system configuration (depending on the type of connectors on your SCSI device(s). You may need to obtain an adapter to properly connect the FireSCSI Xpress to your SCSI device. 1.
USER'S MANUAL Connect the FireSCSI Xpress to your computer 1. Connect one end of the IEEE1394 cable to the FireSCSI Xpress. 2. Then connect the other end to an available IEEE1394 port on your Macintosh computer as shown. 3. Follow any special instructions that accompanied your SCSI device and then restart your computer to complete the installation. You are now ready to use your SCSI peripheral.
USER'S MANUAL SCSI Addressing As only one device can be connected at once, the SCSI address on your SCSI device can be set at any ID you choose. Using the FireSCSI Xpress The USB Xpress SCSI is hot-pluggable on the Windows 98 operating environment, meaning that you can connect and disconnect the cable from your computer without having to shutdown. However, you must be sure that none of the devices are being accessed before you remove the cable from the PC.
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USER'S MANUAL Solutions to Common Problems If you are experiencing problems regarding your FireSCSI Xpress refer to the questions below for a possible solution. Additionally up to the minute tips and solutions can also be found on our web site: www.microtechint.com. If the problem persists after trying the solutions provided below and on our web site, please contact our technical support department.
USER'S MANUAL ? The SCSI connector on my FireSCSI Xpress does not appear to be the same as on my SCSI device(s) — how do I connect them? A. The SCSI connector on your FireSCSI Xpress model may or may not be the appropriate SCSI connector to use in your system configuration (depending on the SCSI connection required for your hardware set up. You may need to obtain an adapter to properly connect the FireSCSI Xpress to your SCSI device(s).
USER'S MANUAL Contacting Microtech Technical Support The FireSCSI Xpress is relatively easy to install and operate and normally should not produce many complications. However, if you need assistance or have questions of any kind, our trained staff members are ready to help. Our Technical Support and Customer Service Departments can be reached via e-mail at tech@microtechint.com or by calling 800-666-9689 or 203-483-9402 from 8:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. (EST), Monday through Friday.
USER'S MANUAL MICROTECH LIMITED WARRANTY Microtech’s warranty obligations are limited to the terms set forth below: Microtech International, Inc., (“Microtech”) warrants this product against defects in material and workmanship for the period of two (2) years. The warranty period begins with the date of original retail purchase. This limited warranty is made only to the original end user purchaser ("you") of the product and does not extend to any subsequent purchasers or owners of the product.
USER'S MANUAL CONTACTING Microtech International Microtech International, Inc. is an industry leader in digital connectivity solutions and personal computer memory upgrades. Our digital connectivity solutions include an extensive line of PC Card and flash memory readers and media, which improve the performance, capacity, and flexibility of any digital appliance. Microtech is well known throughout the world for its innovative products and exceptional customer service.
USER'S MANUAL Copyright Information The contents of this manual are copyrighted by Microtech International, Inc. and may not be reproduced in whole or in part without written permission of Microtech International, Inc. The same proprietary and copyright notices must be affixed to any permitted copies as were affixed to the original.
