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  • Adaptec 1821900 | User Reference - Page 1
    USER'S REFERENCE ADAPTEC SCSI CARD 29160 ULTRA160 SCSI CONTROLLER
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    R Adaptec, Inc. 691 South Milpitas Boulevard Milpitas, CA 95035 © 2000 Adaptec, Inc. Adaptec, Inc. All rights reserved. Adaptec and the Adaptec logo are trademarks of Adaptec, Inc. which may be registered in some jurisdictions. Printed in Singapore STOCK NO.: 512521-03, Rev. A RAC 01/2000 (SRC:
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    w w w w Adaptec SCSI Card 29160 Ultra160 SCSI Controller User's Reference R
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    w w Contents Overview 1 Ultra160 SCSI on the Adaptec SCSI Card 29160 1 Understanding SCSI 2 SCSI IDs 2 Terminating the SCSI Bus 3 Troubleshooting 5 Troubleshooting Checklist 5 Troubleshooting in Windows 95/98 6 Common Error Messages 10 Using the Adaptec SCSI Card 29160 and SCSI Devices 12 Using SCSI
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    Adaptec SCSI Card 29160 User's Reference Configuring the Adaptec SCSI Card 29160 with SCSISelect 16 Starting SCSISelect 18 Exiting SCSISelect 18 Using SCSISelect Settings 18 SCSI Bus Interface Definitions 19 Boot Device Options 19 SCSI Device Configuration 19 Advanced Configuration Options 21 Using
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    Adaptec SCSI Card 29160 The Adaptec SCSI Card 29160 supports Ultra160 SCSI devices. Ultra160 is a new generation of runs in the slower 32-bit mode. This User's Reference provides information about troubleshooting, SCSI termination, and other important topics. It also explains how to use the
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    Adaptec SCSI Card 29160 User's Reference Note: Read the Adaptec SCSI Card 29160 Installation Guide if you need instructions on installing the SCSI Card and connecting SCSI devices to it. Understanding SCSI SCSI (pronounced "scuzzy") stands for Small Computer Systems Interface. SCSI is an
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    between the ends of each cable. Since the method for terminating a SCSI device can vary widely, refer to the device's documentation for instructions on how to enable or disable termination. Here are some general guidelines for termination: s Internal Ultra160 and Ultra2 SCSI devices come from the
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    Adaptec SCSI Card 29160 User's Reference s Termination on non-Ultra160 and Ultra2 internal SCSI devices usually is controlled by manually setting a jumper or a switch on the device, or by physically removing or installing one or more resistor modules on the device. s Termination on most external
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    can be resolved by following the recommendations in the Troubleshooting Checklist below. If you still experience problems after following the recommendations, continue with the rest of this section. Troubleshooting Checklist Most problems with using the Adaptec SCSI Card 29160 result from errors
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    Adaptec SCSI Card 29160 User's Reference Troubleshooting in Windows 95/98 When I start Windows 95/98, the system locks up when the Windows logo is displayed. How can I get the system to
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    Troubleshooting 4 Double-click the SCSI Controller icon. The software driver for the Adaptec SCSI Card 29160 is listed as 29160, 29160N, 29160B, CPQ29160 hardware. 3 Select Yes (recommended) and click Next to have Windows search for the Adaptec SCSI Card 29160. 4 Follow the on-screen instructions. 7
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    Adaptec SCSI Card 29160 User's Reference If Windows 95/98 does not detect the Adaptec SCSI Card 29160, get the driver disk or CD included with the SCSI card 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
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    Windows 95/98? 1 Click the Start button, then click Help. 2 From the Contents tab, double-click Troubleshooting. (In Windows 98, click Troubleshooting and then click Windows 98 Troubleshooting.) 3 Double-click if you have a hardware conflict. 4 Follow the step-by-step instructions in Windows Help. 9
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    Adaptec SCSI Card 29160 User's Reference Common Error Messages Here is what you should do if the following messages appear at bootup: "Device connected, but not ready" The host received no answer when it requested data from an installed SCSI device. 1 Run SCSISelect® and set the Send Start Unit
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    Troubleshooting SCSISelect termination option for the SE connector to Automatic or Enable. "Attention! Insufficient termination detected on the SE connectors" The SCSI card BIOS has detected
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    Adaptec SCSI Card 29160 User's Reference Using the Adaptec SCSI Card 29160 and SCSI Devices This section provides useful information on using the Adaptec SCSI Card 29160 and your SCSI devices. For more information about a specific SCSI device, refer to the documentation for that device. Using SCSI
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    Using the Adaptec SCSI Card 29160 and SCSI Devices Using Ultra160 Hard Disk Drives s We recommend that you connect your LVD (Ultra160 and Ultra2) SCSI devices to the two 68-pin connectors on the LVD-SE SCSI segment and that you connect your non-LVD SCSI devices (if any) to the two SE (single-ended
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    without much difficulty. (To determine if the motherboard BIOS supports BBS, read the computer documentation or contact your motherboard manufacturer of disk drives in the same computer: Does computer Want computer to BIOS support BBS? boot from SCSI drive? Then do this: No No No action
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    Using the Adaptec SCSI Card 29160 and SCSI Devices Installing Multiple SCSI Cards s You can install multiple SCSI cards in your computer; you are limited only by the available system resources (for example, IRQ settings, I/O port addresses, BIOS addresses, and so forth). s Each SCSI card you install
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    Adaptec SCSI Card 29160 User's Reference Configuring the Adaptec SCSI Card 29160 with SCSISelect SCSISelect, included with the Adaptec SCSI Card 29160, enables you to change SCSI settings without opening the computer or handling the card. SCSISelect also enables you to low-level format or verify the
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    Options Available Settings Default Setting Enable Disconnection Yes, No Yes (Enabled) Send Start Unit Command Enable Write Back Cache 2 BIOS Multiple LUN Support 2 Include in BIOS Scan 2 Yes, No Yes (Enabled) N/C (No Change) N/C (No Yes, No Change) Yes, No No (Disabled) Yes, No Yes
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    Adaptec SCSI Card 29160 User's Reference Starting SCSISelect Follow these steps to start SCSISelect: 1 Turn on or restart your system. During the startup process, pay careful attention to the messages that appear on your screen. 2 When the following message appears on your screen, press the Ctrl-A
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    of data transfer on the SCSI bus. Leave this setting enabled unless any SCSI device connected to the Adaptec SCSI Card 29160 does not support SCSI parity. s Host Adapter SCSI Termination-(Default: Automatic) Determines the termination setting for the SCSI card. The default setting for both the LVD
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    using an 8-bit SCSI device that hangs or exhibits other performance problems with 16-bit data transfer rate enabled. s Enable Disconnection-(Default change), which usually allows for optimum drive performance. s BIOS Multiple LUN Support-(Default: No) Leave this setting at No if the device does not
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    Configuring the Adaptec SCSI Card 29160 with SCSISelect Advanced Configuration Options Note: Do not change the Advanced Configuration Options unless absolutely necessary. s Reset SCSI Bus at IC Initialization-(Default: Enabled) When set to Enabled, the SCSI card generates a SCSI bus reset during its
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    s Boot Only-Only the removable-media drive designated as the boot device is treated as a hard disk drive. s All Disks-All removable-media drives supported by the BIOS are treated as hard disk drives. Caution: You may lose data if you remove a removablemedia cartridge from a SCSI drive controlled by
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    Int 13 Extensions-(Default: Enabled) When set to Enabled, the SCSI card BIOS supports Int 13h extensions as required by Plug-and-Play. The setting can be either enabled or disabled if your system is not Plug-and-Play.
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    Adaptec SCSI Card 29160 User's Reference Connecting SCSI Devices Here are some examples of how you can connect internal and external SCSI devices to the Adaptec SCSI Card 29160. To achieve maximum performance, attach the first device to the end connector (furthest from the SCSI card); attach
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    The third column lists the maximum number of SCSI devices you can connect to the SCSI card. Maximum Cable Length Data Transfer Rate Maximum Devices Supported 25 m (82.0 ft) Ultra160 SCSI (160 MBytes/sec) 1 and Ultra2 SCSI (80 MBytes/sec) 12 m (39.4 ft) Ultra160 SCSI (160 MBytes/sec)1 15 and
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    Copyright © 2000 Adaptec, Inc. All rights reserved. No part of this publication may be reproduced, stored in a retrieval system, or transmitted in any form or by any means, electronic, mechanical, photocopying, recording or otherwise, without the prior written consent of Adaptec, Inc., 691 South
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    assistance, please contact us. We offer the following support and information services. Technical Support Identification (TSID) Number s The TSID is week. s Search the Adaptec Support Knowledgebase (A.S.K.) at http://ask.adaptec.com for articles, troubleshooting tips, and frequently asked questions
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    . This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy, and if not installed and used in accordance with the instruction manual, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation
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    Canadian Compliance Statement This Class B digital apparatus meets all requirements of the Canadian InterferenceCausing Equipment Regulations. Cet appareil numérique de la classe B respecte toutes les exigences du Règlement sur le matérial brouilleur du Canada. Japanese Compliance 30
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    : Adaptec warrants only that the media upon which the Software is furnished will be free from defects in material or workmanship under normal use and service for a period of thirty (30) days from the date of delivery to you. ADAPTEC DOES NOT AND CANNOT WARRANT THE PERFORMANCE OR RESULTS YOU MAY
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    9 Export: You acknowledge that the laws and regulations of the United States restrict the export and re-export of the Software. You agree that you will not export or re-export the Software or media in any form without the appropriate United States and foreign government approval. 10 U.S. Government
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