Adaptec AUA-3121 manual Overview

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This guide explains how to install the DuoConnect Host Bus Adapter in a PCI slot and how to install its associated drivers. It also describes how to connect a USB device and a digital video camera.

Overview

The DuoConnect adapter enables you to connect USB 1.1 (EHCI), USB 2.0 (OHCI), and FireWire (IEEE 1394) devices to your PC- compatible or Macintosh computer.

USB 2.0 is the fastest USB standard, capable of transferring data at up to 480 megabits per second. USB 2.0 devices are compatible with USB 1.1 devices.

FireWire is a serial bus protocol similar to USB 2.0. It transfers data at speeds of up to 400 megabits per second and is used with computer peripherals as well as with consumer electronics, such as digital video cameras and game consoles.

The DuoConnect adapter is a 32-bit, 33-MHz PCI adapter and works in any PCI slot.

Refer to the Readme file on the DuoConnect CD for a list of operating systems the DuoConnect adapter supports.

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Contents USER’S Guide Changes CopyrightTrademarks DisclaimerAdaptec Technical Support Technical Support Identification Tsid NumberIii Limited 5-Year Hardware Warranty Adaptec Software License Agreement Page Regulatory Compliance Statements European Union Compliance StatementViii Overview Kit Contents System RequirementsInstalling the DuoConnect Adapter Close the computer cabinet and reattach the power cord Controller Installing the Windows DriversWindows XP TypeClick Have Disk Installing the Windows Drivers FireWire controller Windows Installing the Windows Drivers Installing the Windows Drivers FireWire controller USB 2.0 controller USB 1.1 controllers Windows Me Installing the Windows Drivers FireWire controller USB 2.0 controller USB controllers Windows 98 SE Installing the Windows Drivers Window shown below, uncheck all options and click Next Select The updated driver Recommended, and click Next Installing the Windows Drivers Installing the Windows Drivers Installing the Windows Drivers Window shown below, uncheck all options and click Next Select The updated driver Recommended, and click Next Installing the Windows Drivers FireWire controller USB 2.0 controller USB 1.1 controllers Installing the Macintosh Driver Installing the Macintosh Driver DuoConnect and Deep Sleep Connecting USB Devices HotpluggingConnecting a Digital Video Camera Troubleshooting Adaptec, Inc