Initio INI-9100UW user manual Plug and Play installation, Product features

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Plug and Play installation

The Initio INI-9100U/9100UW host adapter has been designed to take advantage of plug and play specifications and simplify installation. This once complex task is accomplished in the host adapter with on-board read only memory (ROM), that provides the necessary configuration mechanism for installation and booting without user intervention in PCI plug and play compliant systems.

Product features

PCI Compatibility The PCI Bus is a 32-bit bus with multiplexed address and data lines. The INI-9100U/9100UW meets PCI bus protocol, electrical and mechanical specifications.

Plug and Play

133 MBytes per second PCI burst mode

Hard Drives to 8 Gigabytes per drive capacity.

40 MBytes per second Ultra Wide SCSI transfers with the INI- 9100UW

20 MBytes per second Ultra SCSI transfers with the INI-9100U

The INI-9100U/9100UW host adapter has on-board read only memory (ROM) to provide the necessary configuration mechanisms for installation, configuration, and booting without user intervention.

The 32-bit data path for the PCI bus structure running in a synchronous mode at 33 MHz gives peak sustainable operating speeds of 133 MBytes/second.

Limitations on hard disk parameters for MS-DOS can be extended from 1 GByte to 8 GBytes.

Up to 40 MBytes/sec synchronous Ultra Wide SCSI data transfer for the INI-9100UW.

Up to 20 MBytes/sec synchronous Ultra SCSI data transfer for the INI-9100U.

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Contents Initio Initio Corporation Del Franco Street San Jose, CA VoiceCopyright TrademarksChanges Technical SupportREADME.TXT File IiiThis page Intentionally Left Blank Table of Contents Microsoft Windows 10-111-1 12-113-1 ViiViii Inside this manual IBM OS/2 Notational Conventions Convention DescriptionThis page Intentionally Left Blank Introduction Introduction Initio INI-9100U/9100UW host adapterApplication and peripheral support INI-9100U Host adapterPlug and Play installation Product featuresOnboard Bios Command QueuingProgrammable Scsi Auto-TerminationProduct specifications Where to get helpOperating Temperature Storage TemperaturePage This page Intentionally Left Blank Getting Started Host adapter and the Scsi bus Getting StartedScsi bus preparation Scsi bus termination Examples of Scsi bus terminationInstallation basics Scsi Devices Configuration Host Adapter TerminationInstalling the INI-9100U/9100UW host adapter and cabling Quick installation overviewUnpacking and inspection Configuring the host adapter Cable terminationPage Hardware Installation This Chapter Is About ∙ Installing the INI-9100U/9100UWIntroduction Hardware InstallationPreparing your Scsi device INI-9100UW Board Layout Power down the host computer and all peripherals Installation in ten easy stepsINI-9100U INI-9100UW Description Use static electricity discharge precautions Inserting the host adapterInstallation of internal Scsi cables Inserting the INI-9100U/9100UW into a PCI slotDrive activity LED Multiple InitiatorsInstallation of external Scsi cables Host computer configurationSmartSCSI Setup Utility System startupHard disk drive preparation Low-level formatHost Adapter Setup Host Adapter Setup When to use the SmartSCSI Setup UtilityRunning the SmartSCSI Setup Utility Press Ctrl I for SmartSCSI Setup UtilityMain menu options Device SetupScan Bus Page Page Host Adapter Setup Bios Setup Disk Utilities MS-DOS/Windows Installation MS-DOS Driver InstallationOverview Enter Type Dossetup Enter Continue Ctrl + ALT + DELDevice driver command line options Driver config optionsThis page Intentionally Left Blank Microsoft Windows Microsoft Windows 95 Driver Installation New Windows 95 installation Driver tab, then select Change Driver Select Initio INI-9100U/9100UW Host Adapter, select OK, then Adding the Initio Driver to an existing Windows 95 system Updating the Initio device driver Page Page Microsoft Windows-NT Microsoft Windows-NT Driver Installation OEMSETUP.INFNew Windows-NT installation Windows-NT Setup Enter Initio host adapter driver is now installed Page ∙ Type A\WINNT, select Continue Page Page Novell NetWare Novell NetWare Driver Installation \NETWARE\HAM\INI9100.DDINew NetWare 4.xx installation D\netware4.0\english\ EnterNovell 4.x Installation ∙ Type A\netware\v4x Press Enter Specify Initio Driver PathSelect the Initio Driver Adding the Initio driver to an existing NetWare system ∙ Type CD \ Nwserver Enter ∙ Type Server Enter∙ Select ini910U.DSK, press Enter Load Pathname ini910u Driver Config Option This page Intentionally Left Blank IBM OS/2 IBM OS/2 Driver Installation \OS2\INI910U.DDPNew OS/2 installation Edit CONFIG.SYS file Adding the Initio driver to an existing OS/2 systemSelect Destination Directory Add OS/2 Device DriverInstall Verbose Mode provides detail information about driver on This page Intentionally Left Blank SCO Unix SCO Unix Driver Installation 10-2Installing the Initio driver in a new SCO Unix system Updating interrupts and hardware settings10-3 10-4 Linking a package in SCO UnixAdding the Initio driver to an existing SCO Unix system ∙ Type i91u Enter 10-5Cd /etc/conf/cf.d Linkunix∙ Type i91u Enter 10-6∙ . /linkunix Enter Attach Number Lun10-7 11-8 SCO UnixWare SCO UnixWare Driver Installation 11-2Installing the Initio driver in a new UnixWare system 11-3Install Host Bus Adapter Drivers 11-4Install another HBA Diskette 11-5∙ cd /etc/conf/sdevice.d Adding the Initio driver to an existing UnixWare system11-6 Using multiple Host Adapters 11-7Removing the Initio driver from a UnixWare system Appendix Troubleshooting 12-2∙ Type go Enter 12-3DOS Space 1GB MS-DOS, OS/2 & Windows NTNetWare 12-4Drives with Multiple Operating Systems 12-5Page Glossary This Chapter Is About ∙ Common terms and definitionsDefinitions of Terms 13-213-3 Product Warranty FCC Compliance StatementClass B Equipment Information to User 13-4EN 55 9100UW2 Declaration of Conformance Declaration of the Manufacturer/Importer13-5

INI-9100UW, INI-9100U specifications

The Initio INI-9100UW and INI-9100U are high-performance SCSI (Small Computer System Interface) controllers designed to provide exceptional data transfer rates and efficient connectivity for various storage solutions. These controllers are particularly favored in environments that demand reliable and fast data access, including servers and workstations.

One of the standout features of the INI-9100 series is its ability to support ultra-wide SCSI, allowing for data transfer rates of up to 40 MB/s. This speed is crucial for applications requiring rapid data movement, such as databases, streaming applications, and intensive computing tasks. The INI-9100UW variant extends this capability with its support for 68-pin connectors, which further enhances data throughput by allowing for a greater number of devices to be connected simultaneously.

Both the INI-9100UW and INI-9100U are built on a robust architecture, which includes integrated support for a wide range of SCSI devices. This includes hard disk drives, CD-ROMs, and tape drives, making these controllers versatile solutions for both modern and legacy systems. Their compatibility with various operating systems, including Windows and Linux, ensures seamless integration into existing setups.

Furthermore, the Initio controllers employ advanced technologies such as asynchronous transfers and cycle stealing, which minimize CPU load and allow the system to handle multiple tasks simultaneously without bottlenecks. This makes them particularly advantageous in multitasking environments.

Another key characteristic of the INI-9100 series is their dedicated onboard BIOS, which simplifies device management and setup processes. Users can easily configure the controllers for optimal performance using the user-friendly interface provided by the BIOS.

In summary, the Initio INI-9100UW and INI-9100U are powerful SCSI controllers that offer high-speed data transfer capabilities, robust architecture, and versatile compatibility with various SCSI devices. Their advanced technologies and user-friendly features make them ideal solutions for environments requiring reliable and efficient data access. As data storage needs continue to evolve, the INI-9100 series remains a valuable asset for both enterprise-level and individual users seeking to enhance their storage solutions.