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... Differential/Single-Ended (LVD/SE) connectors. When installed in a 32-bit PCI slot, the card automatically runs in a 32-bit PCI slot. Although the Adaptec SCSI Card 29160LP is a 64-bit PCI card, it also works in the slower 32-bit mode. 68-pin Internal LVD/SE connector 68...-ROM drives-to any Intel-based computer with Ultra160 or Ultra2 SCSI devices, the data transfer speed of the Ultra160 or Ultra2 SCSI devices drops to the slower single-ended transfer rate. INTRODUCTION The Adaptec SCSI Card 29160LP Ultra160 SCSI controller enables you connect singled-ended devices along with 32-bit or...
... Differential/Single-Ended (LVD/SE) connectors. When installed in a 32-bit PCI slot, the card automatically runs in a 32-bit PCI slot. Although the Adaptec SCSI Card 29160LP is a 64-bit PCI card, it also works in the slower 32-bit mode. 68-pin Internal LVD/SE connector 68...-ROM drives-to any Intel-based computer with Ultra160 or Ultra2 SCSI devices, the data transfer speed of the Ultra160 or Ultra2 SCSI devices drops to the slower single-ended transfer rate. INTRODUCTION The Adaptec SCSI Card 29160LP Ultra160 SCSI controller enables you connect singled-ended devices along with 32-bit or...
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If you plan to use this card in low-profile rack-mount server. INSTALLING THE ADAPTEC SCSI CARD 29160LP STEP 1 Discharge any static electricity build-up before handling the SCSI card by touching a grounded metal object (such as the exposed metal parts on the back ...computer and disconnect the power cord. STEP 2 After you turn off your computer). See the Adaptec SCSI Card 29160LP Technical Reference for more information. CHANGING THE BRACKET CHANGING THE BRACKET The Adaptec SCSI Card 29160LP chips have a bracket designed to fit in a standard-height system, you will need to ...
If you plan to use this card in low-profile rack-mount server. INSTALLING THE ADAPTEC SCSI CARD 29160LP STEP 1 Discharge any static electricity build-up before handling the SCSI card by touching a grounded metal object (such as the exposed metal parts on the back ...computer and disconnect the power cord. STEP 2 After you turn off your computer). See the Adaptec SCSI Card 29160LP Technical Reference for more information. CHANGING THE BRACKET CHANGING THE BRACKET The Adaptec SCSI Card 29160LP chips have a bracket designed to fit in a standard-height system, you will need to ...
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Some 32-bit slots do not accommodate 64-bit cards, and the card or slot may have a 64-bit slot, you use in a 32-bit PCI slot. Select an expansion slot that is a tower model, place it on ... cover 64-bit PCI slot 32-bit PCI slot Computers may break if you can install the card in Step 4. STEP 3 Locate an unused 64-bit PCI expansion slot and remove the expansion slot cover. WARNING Be careful when inserting the Adaptec SCSI Card 29160LP into a PCI slot. If your computer manual to install the...
Some 32-bit slots do not accommodate 64-bit cards, and the card or slot may have a 64-bit slot, you use in a 32-bit PCI slot. Select an expansion slot that is a tower model, place it on ... cover 64-bit PCI slot 32-bit PCI slot Computers may break if you can install the card in Step 4. STEP 3 Locate an unused 64-bit PCI expansion slot and remove the expansion slot cover. WARNING Be careful when inserting the Adaptec SCSI Card 29160LP into a PCI slot. If your computer manual to install the...
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... Adaptec SCSI Card 29160LP: • Check the SCSI IDs. • Set the termination. • Connect the power cables. Refer to your devices. SETTING UP SCSI DEVICES You may need to do several things to the Adaptec SCSI Card 29160LP User's Reference for specific instructions. Below are some guidelines for setting SCSI IDs and termination on these topics. Check the SCSI IDs The Adaptec SCSI Card 29160LP...
... Adaptec SCSI Card 29160LP: • Check the SCSI IDs. • Set the termination. • Connect the power cables. Refer to your devices. SETTING UP SCSI DEVICES You may need to do several things to the Adaptec SCSI Card 29160LP User's Reference for specific instructions. Below are some guidelines for setting SCSI IDs and termination on these topics. Check the SCSI IDs The Adaptec SCSI Card 29160LP...
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...instructions on installing devices inside your computer, as shown below. NOTE The Adaptec SCSI Card 29160LP is preset to SCSI ID 7 and should not be disabled, on devices between the ends of each device in , you have internal LVD SCSI devices, a special 68-pin internal LVD cable is required to connect ...usually have a terminator built in an available drive bay inside your computer to boot from a SCSI hard disk, make sure the SCSI ID of the SCSI Bus To ensure reliable communication on the SCSI bus, the device at the factory. Terminate the Ends of that hard disk is not ...
...instructions on installing devices inside your computer, as shown below. NOTE The Adaptec SCSI Card 29160LP is preset to SCSI ID 7 and should not be disabled, on devices between the ends of each device in , you have internal LVD SCSI devices, a special 68-pin internal LVD cable is required to connect ...usually have a terminator built in an available drive bay inside your computer to boot from a SCSI hard disk, make sure the SCSI ID of the SCSI Bus To ensure reliable communication on the SCSI bus, the device at the factory. Terminate the Ends of that hard disk is not ...
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... speed drops to the internal LVD/SE connector. STEP 1 Locate a 68-pin internal LVD SCSI cable, which has flat, laminated wires, as shown below . Before connecting devices, be sure to the Adaptec SCSI Card 29160LP. To do this, use a 68-pin internal LVD cable similar to the one shown in... drive bay CONNECTING SCSI DEVICES You can connect up to 15 SCSI devices to review Setting Up SCSI Devices on page 4. Internal SCSI device mounted in Step 1 below ....
... speed drops to the internal LVD/SE connector. STEP 1 Locate a 68-pin internal LVD SCSI cable, which has flat, laminated wires, as shown below . Before connecting devices, be sure to the Adaptec SCSI Card 29160LP. To do this, use a 68-pin internal LVD cable similar to the one shown in... drive bay CONNECTING SCSI DEVICES You can connect up to 15 SCSI devices to review Setting Up SCSI Devices on page 4. Internal SCSI device mounted in Step 1 below ....
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... on the back of the slower devices. STEP 1 Follow these steps to connect external SCSI devices: Connect one end of the external LVD SCSI cable to each internal SCSI device. Power input connector on the Adaptec SCSI Card 29160LP. 8 Each external device requires a 68-pin external LVD SCSI cable. NOTE We recommend that you also attach slower Ultra...
... on the back of the slower devices. STEP 1 Follow these steps to connect external SCSI devices: Connect one end of the external LVD SCSI cable to each internal SCSI device. Power input connector on the Adaptec SCSI Card 29160LP. 8 Each external device requires a 68-pin external LVD SCSI cable. NOTE We recommend that you also attach slower Ultra...
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...of the popular operating systems. Refer to the Ultra160 Family Manager Set User's Guide and Adaptec SCSI Card 29160LP User's Reference for information. To determine if the card is supported by the operating system you are using, read the operating system manual or ... either installing driver software when installing your operating system (for more information regarding hardware compatibility. 10 ADAPTEC SCSI CARD DRIVER SOFTWARE To use the Adaptec SCSI Card 29160LP, the card's driver software must be installed for your operating system, or installing driver software when the operating ...
...of the popular operating systems. Refer to the Ultra160 Family Manager Set User's Guide and Adaptec SCSI Card 29160LP User's Reference for information. To determine if the card is supported by the operating system you are using, read the operating system manual or ... either installing driver software when installing your operating system (for more information regarding hardware compatibility. 10 ADAPTEC SCSI CARD DRIVER SOFTWARE To use the Adaptec SCSI Card 29160LP, the card's driver software must be installed for your operating system, or installing driver software when the operating ...
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...; Does the total SCSI cable length exceed the maximum allow- TROUBLESHOOTING If you are still unable to resolve a problem, refer to the Adaptec SCSI Card 29160LP User's Reference, or the Adaptec Web site at http://www.adaptec.com for more information about cable length limits. • Is the SCSI bus properly terminated? See the Adaptec SCSI Card 29160LP User's Guide for additional...
...; Does the total SCSI cable length exceed the maximum allow- TROUBLESHOOTING If you are still unable to resolve a problem, refer to the Adaptec SCSI Card 29160LP User's Reference, or the Adaptec Web site at http://www.adaptec.com for more information about cable length limits. • Is the SCSI bus properly terminated? See the Adaptec SCSI Card 29160LP User's Guide for additional...
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... SCSI on the Adaptec SCSI Card 29160LP 1 Understanding SCSI 1 SCSI IDs 2 Terminating the SCSI Bus 3 Troubleshooting 4 Troubleshooting Checklist 4 Troubleshooting in Windows 95/98 5 Common Error Messages 9 Using the Adaptec SCSI Card 29160LP and SCSI Devices 10 Using SCSI Devices 10 SCSI Hard Disk Drives 10 Ultra160 Hard Disk Drives 11 Combining SCSI and Non-SCSI Devices 12 Installing Multiple SCSI Cards 13 Connecting the LED Connector 13 Configuring the Adaptec SCSI Card 29160LP...
... SCSI on the Adaptec SCSI Card 29160LP 1 Understanding SCSI 1 SCSI IDs 2 Terminating the SCSI Bus 3 Troubleshooting 4 Troubleshooting Checklist 4 Troubleshooting in Windows 95/98 5 Common Error Messages 9 Using the Adaptec SCSI Card 29160LP and SCSI Devices 10 Using SCSI Devices 10 SCSI Hard Disk Drives 10 Ultra160 Hard Disk Drives 11 Combining SCSI and Non-SCSI Devices 12 Installing Multiple SCSI Cards 13 Connecting the LED Connector 13 Configuring the Adaptec SCSI Card 29160LP...
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Adaptec SCSI Card 29160LP User's Reference Connecting SCSI Devices 22 Maximum Cable Lengths 23 iv
Adaptec SCSI Card 29160LP User's Reference Connecting SCSI Devices 22 Maximum Cable Lengths 23 iv
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... (cases); The Adaptec SCSI Card 29160LP was designed for use the built-in a 1 A SCSI bus is a new generation of a SCSI adapter card (such as the Adaptec SCSI Card 29160LP) installed in SCSISelect utility if you need to change the Adaptec SCSI Card 29160LP settings. This User's Reference provides information about troubleshooting, SCSI termination, and other important topics. Overview Ultra160 SCSI on installing the SCSI Card, or connecting SCSI devices to...
... (cases); The Adaptec SCSI Card 29160LP was designed for use the built-in a 1 A SCSI bus is a new generation of a SCSI adapter card (such as the Adaptec SCSI Card 29160LP) installed in SCSISelect utility if you need to change the Adaptec SCSI Card 29160LP settings. This User's Reference provides information about troubleshooting, SCSI termination, and other important topics. Overview Ultra160 SCSI on installing the SCSI Card, or connecting SCSI devices to...
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... preset to SCSI ID 0. I The Adaptec SCSI Card 29160LP is recommended for SCSI IDs: I SCSI ID numbers don't have to use SCSI IDs 0, 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, or 6. This gives it , and the SCSI bus must be assigned to the SCSI card and each SCSI device connected to 15. For the SCSI bus to function properly, a unique SCSI ID must use the SCSI bus at the same time. Adaptec SCSI Card 29160LP User...
... preset to SCSI ID 0. I The Adaptec SCSI Card 29160LP is recommended for SCSI IDs: I SCSI ID numbers don't have to use SCSI IDs 0, 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, or 6. This gives it , and the SCSI bus must be assigned to the SCSI card and each SCSI device connected to 15. For the SCSI bus to function properly, a unique SCSI ID must use the SCSI bus at the same time. Adaptec SCSI Card 29160LP User...
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... removed, or termination must be disabled, on the Adaptec SCSI Card 29160LP itself , has a terminator installed (or enabled). Terminating the SCSI Bus To ensure reliable communication on the SCSI bus, the ends of the SCSI bus must be properly terminated. I Termination on non-Ultra160 and Ultra2 internal SCSI devices usually is controlled by manually setting a jumper or a switch on...
... removed, or termination must be disabled, on the Adaptec SCSI Card 29160LP itself , has a terminator installed (or enabled). Terminating the SCSI Bus To ensure reliable communication on the SCSI bus, the ends of the SCSI bus must be properly terminated. I Termination on non-Ultra160 and Ultra2 internal SCSI devices usually is controlled by manually setting a jumper or a switch on...
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Troubleshooting Checklist Most problems with using the Adaptec SCSI Card 29160LP result from errors in preparing and connecting devices on ? I Are all SCSI devices terminated properly? I Are all SCSI devices and the Adaptec SCSI Card 29160LP assigned unique SCSI IDs? Note: If you have problems with ...? I Is the PCI expansion slot compliant with a specific SCSI device when other connected SCSI devices are working correctly, please contact the manufacturer of this section. Adaptec SCSI Card 29160LP User's Reference Troubleshooting Most problems can be resolved by following ...
Troubleshooting Checklist Most problems with using the Adaptec SCSI Card 29160LP result from errors in preparing and connecting devices on ? I Are all SCSI devices terminated properly? I Are all SCSI devices and the Adaptec SCSI Card 29160LP assigned unique SCSI IDs? Note: If you have problems with ...? I Is the PCI expansion slot compliant with a specific SCSI device when other connected SCSI devices are working correctly, please contact the manufacturer of this section. Adaptec SCSI Card 29160LP User's Reference Troubleshooting Most problems can be resolved by following ...
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Troubleshooting Troubleshooting in Windows 95/98 When I can verify that the SCSI card is functioning normally? 1 Start or restart your computer. 2 (For Windows 95:) When the message "Starting Windows 95" appears, press and release the F8 function key .../98 to load.) 4 If the system completes the boot to the desktop, the core software is functional; How can I get the system to an EIDE controller, shut down the system, remove the Adaptec SCSI Card 29160LP, and restart the computer. 6 Verify that an IRQ is available by viewing resources in Safe Mode.) 5
Troubleshooting Troubleshooting in Windows 95/98 When I can verify that the SCSI card is functioning normally? 1 Start or restart your computer. 2 (For Windows 95:) When the message "Starting Windows 95" appears, press and release the F8 function key .../98 to load.) 4 If the system completes the boot to the desktop, the core software is functional; How can I get the system to an EIDE controller, shut down the system, remove the Adaptec SCSI Card 29160LP, and restart the computer. 6 Verify that an IRQ is available by viewing resources in Safe Mode.) 5
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.... 2 Select Properties from the menu. 3 Click the Device Manager tab. 4 Double-click the SCSI Controller icon. To enable the driver 1 Double-click the Adaptec SCSI Card 29160LP software driver in Device Manager. What does this mean? Adaptec SCSI Card 29160LP User's Reference How can I tell if the Adaptec SCSI Card 29160LP driver is not listed, reinstall the driver. I If the driver is listed but...
.... 2 Select Properties from the menu. 3 Click the Device Manager tab. 4 Double-click the SCSI Controller icon. To enable the driver 1 Double-click the Adaptec SCSI Card 29160LP software driver in Device Manager. What does this mean? Adaptec SCSI Card 29160LP User's Reference How can I tell if the Adaptec SCSI Card 29160LP driver is not listed, reinstall the driver. I If the driver is listed but...
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... the Hardware types, and click Next. If Windows 95/98 does not detect the Adaptec SCSI Card 29160LP, obtain the driver from the computer manufacturer and run the Add New Hardware Wizard again: 1 Double-click the Add New Hardware icon in Control Panel. 2 Click Next to begin installing your new hardware. 3 Select the Yes (recommended...
... the Hardware types, and click Next. If Windows 95/98 does not detect the Adaptec SCSI Card 29160LP, obtain the driver from the computer manufacturer and run the Add New Hardware Wizard again: 1 Double-click the Add New Hardware icon in Control Panel. 2 Click Next to begin installing your new hardware. 3 Select the Yes (recommended...
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... used by more than one device. I If a resource is listed more than once, the resource is used but the device using the setting, are displayed. Adaptec SCSI Card 29160LP User's Reference 5 On the View Resources tab, click the option button for the type of resource you have a hardware conflict. 4 Follow the step-by a device..., double-click Troubleshooting. (In Windows 98, click Troubleshooting and then click Windows 98 Troubleshooting.) 3 Double-click if you want to close the windows, then close Control Panel.
... used by more than one device. I If a resource is listed more than once, the resource is used but the device using the setting, are displayed. Adaptec SCSI Card 29160LP User's Reference 5 On the View Resources tab, click the option button for the type of resource you have a hardware conflict. 4 Follow the step-by a device..., double-click Troubleshooting. (In Windows 98, click Troubleshooting and then click Windows 98 Troubleshooting.) 3 Double-click if you want to close the windows, then close Control Panel.
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... if the following messages appear at bootup: "Device connected, but not ready" The host received no answer when it requested data from the SCSI card and then starting the computer. Verify all cables are properly connected. See Starting SCSISelect on page 16. 2 Ensure that the device is set...the Send Start Unit Command to Yes for the device.) "Start unit request failed" The SCSI card BIOS was unable to send a Start Unit Command to the device. Try disconnecting the SCSI device cables from an installed SCSI device. 1 Run SCSISelect® and set by a jumper. (See the documentation for ...
... if the following messages appear at bootup: "Device connected, but not ready" The host received no answer when it requested data from the SCSI card and then starting the computer. Verify all cables are properly connected. See Starting SCSISelect on page 16. 2 Ensure that the device is set...the Send Start Unit Command to Yes for the device.) "Start unit request failed" The SCSI card BIOS was unable to send a Start Unit Command to the device. Try disconnecting the SCSI device cables from an installed SCSI device. 1 Run SCSISelect® and set by a jumper. (See the documentation for ...