Initio INI-9090U manual Troubleshooting

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Troubleshooting

In the following section you will find commonly asked questions and answers to problems encountered during the installation of your host adapter.

Question: Why isn’t the INI-9XXX banner “!!! Press <CRTL><I> for SmartSCSI Setup Utility

!!!” displayed when I power up the host system?

Answer: Verify that all cabling to the host adapter is installed correctly, refer to the hardware installation section of this manual.

Question: On boot-up the message “SCSI BIOS Installed” is displayed, but my system hangs.

Answer: Verify that the CMOS interrupt structure is set to INTA and the CMOS IRQ level matches the jumper settings on the motherboard. Refer to your PC user manual.

Question: On boot-up, not all the peripherals are scanned and recognized.

Answer: Verify that each of the SCSI devices on the bus has its own distinct SCSI ID number and all peripherals are receiving power. Refer to your peripheral manual for informa- tion regarding changing SCSI ID’s.

Verify the SCSI Termination is set correctly. Make sure the last peripheral on the SCSI bus has termination. See the peripheral manual for proper termination information.

After the above steps are executed, if you are still not recognizing all attached peripherals, configure the host adapter to operate in an Asynchronous Transfer mode by changing its setting under the SCSI Devices Setup section of the SmartSCSI Setup Utility. This feature is discussed thoroughly in the chapter entitled Host Adapter Setup.

Question: On boot-up I get a message “Missing Operating System”, displayed. The boot drive is greater than 1 gigabyte.

Answer: Verify the “DOS SPACE> 1 GB” is enabled in the INI-9XXX SmartSCSI Setup Utility.

Question: Under SCO UnixWare, the system displays a panic message or crashes during bootup:

Answer: Reboot the system and verify that the INI-9100A is using IRQ10. Please Refer to your system documentation to set the interrupt levels and your peripheral docu- mentation for help in setting SCSI ID’s.

In order to boot from the old UnixWare kernel, reboot the system and execute the following steps:

Begin an interactive boot session by pressing the <SPACEBAR> at the BOOTING UNIXWARE prompt.

At the system [boot]# prompt, type KERNEL=unix.org <ENTER>

Type go <ENTER>.

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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 MS-DOS/Windows 3.1x Driver Installation InstallationOverview 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 InstallationNovell NetWare Driver Installation Adding the Initio driver to an existing IntraNetWare systemPCI.XXXX.XXXX.XXXX.XXXX.XX 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 SCO Unix Driver Installation Updating interrupts and hardware settings10Overview Installing the Initio driver in a new SCO Unix system Adding the Initio driver to an existing SCO Unix systemEnter Changing to the INI-9XXX as the bootable host adapter Initio SCO UnixWare Driver Installation Installing the Initio driver in a new UnixWare system11Overview 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.

One of the main features of the INI-9090U is its support for both IDE and SATA interfaces. This dual compatibility ensures that users can connect a wide variety of storage devices, ranging from traditional hard drives to solid-state drives, facilitating easy upgrades and maintenance of storage systems. This flexibility is particularly beneficial for businesses that rely on diverse data storage solutions and need to maintain effective operational capabilities.

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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.