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Chapter 3 Troubleshooting

When installing ACARD AEC-6280M and it does not function properly, follow the

troubleshooting below.

1. Check power supply.

Whenever start to check the malfunction devices, check the power status (ON /

OFF).

2. Verify IDE device.

Always make IDE device functions is in proper mode setting before installing

ACARD AEC-6280M.

3. Check host adapter.

To verify the adapter is seated in its slot on the motherboard.

4. Check all connectors and cables.

Check internal IDE connector, device power connector, and cables are con-

nected well. Cables are easily damaged because of un-proper fold. Try a new

cable known to be good. Make sure no connector pins are bent. Verify pin 1 on

the interface cable is aligned with pin 1 on the drive and host adapter.

5. PCI Slot Position.

Use ACARD AEC-6280M in Mac Clone computer which is not manufactured by

Apple that may need to change the PCI Slot for properly operation.