Initio INI-9090U Using Multiple Host Adapters, Removing the Initio driver from a UnixWare system

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4If the host adapter is NOT intended to be bootable, these instructions will guide you through changing the current software settings for UnixWare to establish the INI-9XXX as a non-bootable host adapter for your device:

At the system command prompt, type

/etc/conf/bin/idbuild -M i910u <ENTER>

cd / <ENTER>

shutdown -g0 ( 0 is Zero ) <ENTER>

Y <ENTER>

5Exit the UnixWare program and reboot your system to initialize the new device driver to control INI-9XXX.

Using Multiple Host Adapters

UnixWare is capable of supporting up to eight SCSI busses. If you choose to use multiple host adapters in your system, verify that each host adapter shared interrupt level is set to IRQ10. Please refer to your system documentation to set the interrupt levels.

Space for each host adapter in the system is configured and allocated by a separate line in the file /ETC/CONF/SDEVICE.D/I910U.

1Verify that Y is selected in the second field at the line starting at I910u in the file /ETC/ CONF/SDEVICE.D/I910U for each INI-9XXX in the system.

UnixWare will automatically rebuild the kernel when an additional INI-9XXX is detected.

Removing the Initio driver from a UnixWare system

1Once a UnixWare session is established and a command prompt is ready, type (recall that UnixWare is case sensitive):

Type: /etc/conf/bin/idinstall -d i910u <ENTER> to delete the following files:

/etc/conf/mdevice.d/i910u

/etc/conf/sdevice.d/i910u

/etc/conf/pack.d/i910u/driver.o

/etc/conf/pack.d/i910u/space.c

/etc/conf/pack.d/i910u/disk.cfg

/etc/conf/pack.d/i910u/disk.cfg

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Contents INI-9090U D140-01 June First Edition Contents Linux Driver Installation Initio INI-9090U HostAdapter IntroductionINI-9090U Board Layout Technical IllustrationProduct Features Product Features/SpecificationsProduct Specifications HostAdapter and the Scsi Bus Getting StartedScsi bus preparation Scsi bus terminationOFF Getting StartedInstallation Basics Hardware InstallationInstallation inTen Easy Steps OhighwayInserting the host adapter into a PCI slot Connecting the 50-pin internal flat ribbon cable External cable connection Hardware Installation Initio Host Adapter Setup Data can be Lost by Changing Settings Device SetupBios Setup Adapter SetupInitio Overview MS-DOS/Windows 3.1x Driver InstallationInstallation MS-DOS/Windows 3.1x Driver Installation Aspi CD-ROM Driver Command Line Options Aspi Manager Command Line OptionsAutoexec.bat Sample CONFIG.SYS and AUTOEXEC.BAT FilesAspi Disk Driver Command Line Options Aspi Partition & Format Utility Sample CONFIG.SYSNew Windows 95/95a Installation Microsoft Windows 95/95b OSR2 Driver InstallationControl Panel Microsoft Windows 95/95b OSR2 Driver InstallationMicrosoft Windows 95/95b OSR2 Driver Installation Updating the Initio Windows 95/95a Device Driver New Windows 95B OSR2 Installation Microsoft Windows 95/95b OSR2 Driver Installation Updating the Initio Windows 95B OSR2 Device Driver Initio NewWindows NT Installation Microsoft Windows NT Driver InstallationRemove diskette in drive a and set it aside Control Panel Installing a newWindows NT system from a Bootable CD New IntraNetWare Installation Novell NetWare Driver InstallationPCI.XXXX.XXXX.XXXX.XXXX.XX Novell NetWare Driver InstallationAdding the Initio driver to an existing IntraNetWare system Upgrading/Changing Driver on an Existing IntraNetWare Server Driver Config Options Device driver command line optionsNew OS/2 installation IBM OS/2 Driver InstallationAdding the Initio driver to an existing OS/2 system Device driver command line options Initio 10Overview SCO Unix Driver InstallationUpdating interrupts and hardware settings Enter Installing the Initio driver in a new SCO Unix systemAdding the Initio driver to an existing SCO Unix system Changing to the INI-9XXX as the bootable host adapter Initio 11Overview SCO UnixWare Driver InstallationInstalling the Initio driver in a new UnixWare system Adding the Initio driver to an existing UnixWare system Removing the Initio driver from a UnixWare system Using Multiple Host AdaptersSCO UnixWare Driver Installation 12Overview Linux DriversInitio Troubleshooting MS-DOS, OS/2 &Windows NT DOS Space 1GBDrives with Multiple Operating Systems Initio Index SETUP.EXE SYSTEM.INI TXTSETUP.OEM OEMSETUP.INFUpdate Driver Windows NT Workstation SetupFCC Compliance Statement Product WarrantyEN 55 9100UW2 Declaration of Conformance Declaration of the Manufacturer/Importer

INI-9090U specifications

The Initio INI-9090U is a versatile and robust controller designed to cater to the ever-evolving demands of modern storage solutions. As a high-performance USB to IDE and SATA interface controller, it stands out for its ability to bridge older technologies with contemporary data transfer requirements. This integration is particularly significant in environments where legacy systems must interface seamlessly with newer data transfer protocols.

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The INI-9090U is also designed with advanced error correction technologies, ensuring that data integrity is maintained during transmission. This feature is particularly crucial in environments where data accuracy is paramount. The controller is equipped with the latest firmware updates, allowing it to adapt to various operating systems and providing users with a seamless plug-and-play experience. Compatibility with major operating systems, including Windows and Linux, further enhances its usability.

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In summary, the Initio INI-9090U is a highly capable controller that combines flexibility, performance, and reliability in a single package. Its support for both IDE and SATA interfaces, high-speed data transfer, advanced error correction, and energy efficiency make it an ideal choice for businesses seeking to optimize their storage solutions while maintaining compatibility with legacy systems. As technology continues to evolve, controllers like the INI-9090U will remain integral to the seamless integration of old and new data storage solutions.