Preface

This book is the primary reference and user’s guide for the LSI Logic LSIU160 PCI to Single Channel Ultra160 SCSI Host Adapter. It contains a complete functional description for the LSIU160 as well as complete physical and electrical specifications.

Audience

This document assumes that you have some familiarity with SCSI protocol and related support devices and will benefit persons installing and using the LSIU160.

Organization

This document has the following chapters and appendix:

•Chapter 1, Using the LSIU160, defines the interfaces and characteristics of the LSIU160.

•Chapter 2, Installing the LSIU160, provides both quick and detailed installation instructions.

•Chapter 3, Configuring the LSIU160, describes the SCSI BIOS Configuration Utility to configure adapter and device settings.

•Appendix A, Technical Specifications, describes the physical and operational environments of the LSIU160.

•Appendix B, Glossary of Terms and Abbreviations, provides definitions of various terminology that is referenced throughout this user’s guide.

Preface

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