User manual LACIE ESATA PCI CARD

[. . . ] 9 4. eSATA Questions & Answers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10 5. Contacting Customer Support . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . LaCie Technical Support Contacts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12 6. Warranty Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . [. . . ] To help prevent the loss of your data, LaCie highly recommends that you keep TWO copies of your data; one copy on your external hard drive, for instance, and a second copy either on your internal hard drive, another external hard drive or some other form of removable storage media. If you would like more information on backup, please refer to our Web site. LaCie eSATA PCI Card · design by sisMO User Manual introduction page 4 1. Introduction Thank you for your purchase of your new LaCie eSATA PCI Card!Based on the revolutionary new Serial ATA technology, these PCI cards feature the latest technological advancements in interface connectivity and have the bandwidth to handle both the most demanding applications and environments. The LaCie eSATA PCI Card was built for performance, and integrates easily into systems that require high data transfer speeds to serve up files quickly and efficiently, maximizing your storage system utilization and enhancing your productivity. These cards support hot-pluggability and, due to their support of the Serial ATA specification, offer serious advantages in terms of reliability, scalability, interoperability and data integrity. Your LaCie PCI Card Capabilities Boot from external drives under Windows or Mac Supports a burst transfer rate of 150MB/s Anti-static handle Quick Links Click a topic: Inserting your LaCie PCI Card Driver Installation LaCie eSATA PCI Card · design by sisMO User Manual your LaCie esATA PCi Card page 5 2. Minimum System Requirements The LaCie eSATA PCI Card is compliant with the Open Host Controller Interface (OHCI) and the Enhanced Host Controller Interface (EHCI). Important Info: The format of this card is not compatible with PCI express slots, laptops or notebook computers, and therefore cannot be installed on these types of systems. Windows Windows 2000, Windows Server 2003, Windows XP, or Windows Vista One PCI slot that complies with PCI Specification Rev. 2. 3 or above Pentium III or higher compatible processor 128MB RAM CaUtIon: Before handling and installing your LaCie eSATA PCI Card, ensure that you have properly grounded yourself. Electrostatic Discharge (ESD) can quickly and easily damage or destroy your component or your computer. Electrostatic Discharge for information on how to properly ground yourself. Mac Important Info: During installation or removal, always hold your card by the anti-static gripping pad. Mac OS 10. 3. x or higher One PCI slot that complies with PCI Specification Rev. 2. 3 or above G3 (Blue & White), G4, G5, or Intel Processor 128MB RAM teChnICal note: Serial ATA is a new technology and some legacy hardware and operating systems may not support all of its features. For optimal performance, LaCie recommends at least the following: Windows Users: Hardware: Intel® Pentium® 4 with a LaCie eSATA PCI Card System: Windows XP (SP1) Mac Users ­ Hardware: G5 with a LaCie eSATA PCI Card System: Mac OS X 10. 3. 4 LaCie eSATA PCI Card · design by sisMO User Manual your LaCie esATA PCi Card page 6 2. 1. Two eSATA Ports ­ These ports are where you attach the eSATA interface cables. Jumpers ­ Mac users need to change this configuration before installing the card. Jumper Adjustment for Mac Operating System for details. eSATA PCI Card User Manuals ©2 00 8 La Ci e, all rights 25 97 reserved. 71 08 0 82 7 LaCie eSATA PCI Card · design by sisMO User Manual installing your LaCie PCi Card page 7 3. Electrostatic Discharge (ESD) Important Info: During installation or removal, always hold your card by the anti-static gripping pad. Static electricity is an electric charge caused by an imbalance of electrons on the surface of a material. When you touch an object and are shocked, this is the transfer of the static charge or the balancing of your charge to that of the object. ESD can cause two different types of damage to computers and peripherals: (1) Catastrophic, which is the complete loss of device functionality, and (2) Latent Defect, where the device is only partially effected, and the device loses part of its productivity and longevity. Because we cannot eliminate the generation of static electricity, it is extremely important to follow the proper steps to ground yourself before handling your LaCie eSATA PCI Card or touching any internal component of your computer. This can be accomplished by proper grounding in conjunction with the use of ESD safe mats, wrist or shoe straps. [. . . ] Before contacting us, make sure that you are in front of your computer and that you have the following information on hand: Your card's serial number Computer brand and model Operating system and version Amount of memory installed Names of CD or DVD drives installed on your computer Names of any other devices installed on your computer LaCie eSATA PCI Card · design by sisMO User Manual Contacting Customer support page 12 5. 1. 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Warranty Information LaCie warrants your PCI card against any defect in material and workmanship, under normal use, for the period designated on your warranty certificate. In the event this product is found to be defective within the warranty period, LaCie will, at its option, repair or replace the defective PCI card. [. . . ]