TotalAdvantage(tm) VL Complete 32-bit VL-to-Fast SCSI and VL-to-EIDE Host Adapter --------------------------------------------------------------------------- OVERVIEW Adaptec, a recognized market leader in SCSI solutions, introduces a new member of the Altra(tm) line of host adapter products designed for single- user and small office environments. The TotalAdvantage VL kit is based on the AVA(tm)-2825 VL-to-Fast SCSI and VL-to-EIDE (Enhanced IDE) host adapter. The kit delivers VL performance for SCSI, standard IDE and EIDE peripherals on a single VL card, optimizing the use of limited VL slots. --------------------------------------------------------------------------- KEY BENEFITS SCSI and EIDE (Enhanced IDE) together, for maximum connectivity The TotalAdvantage VL kit enables you to increase your system performance by making the most of the VL slot. VL bus interfaces offer an average of 73% performance increase over the ISA bus architecture. However, most systems only come with two available slots. If you're using one for a graphics or sound card, that leaves just one high-performance VL slot open. So take advantage of the increased performance and select an adapter that gives you the widest mix of SCSI, standard IDE and EIDE connectivity solutions -- the TotalAdvantage VL kit from Adaptec. The TotalAdvantage VL kit is the easiest, most cost-effective way to get flexible, high-performance VL connectivity -- all in a single slot. Expand your choice of peripherals With Fast-SCSI and full EIDE Mode 3 compatibility, the TotalAdvantage VL kit gives you the flexibility to connect a wide variety of peripherals to your system. Our TotalAdvantage VL kit allows you the advantage of connecting up to 12 internal and external peripherals (seven SCSI, two standard or EIDE, two standard floppy and one floppy tape drive). With SCSI you can choose from a variety of peripherals including CD-ROM drives, tape and DAT drives, scanners and of course, hard disk drives, both internal and external. With EIDE, you can connect up to two internal hard drives or the new ATAPI CD-ROM drives when ATAPI software is included from device manufacturers. No matter what type of peripherals you want to connect, or which interface you choose, the TotalAdvantage VL kit delivers the connectivity, compatibility, and flexibility you need. An easy I/O choice Everything you need to install and use the TotalAdvantage VL kit is provided including software, an AVA-2825 VL host adapter, an internal SCSI cable, and complete documentation. Included in the kit is our FLEXI-Driver(tm) software to enhance your standard IDE or EIDE hard disk drive performance. The kit also includes Adaptec's EZ-SCSI(tm) Lite software, a simple, menu-driven software that takes you step-by-step through DOS/Windows installation as well as Adaptec's SCSISelect(tm) configuration utility which eliminates the need to handle jumpers and termination resistors. The SCSISelect software also has a diagnostic test, SCSI disk formatter and a disk media verification test. In addition, it reports the status of the host adapter BIOS firmware plus all other devices attached. The combination of Adaptec EZ-SCSI Lite and SCSISelect software makes the TotalAdvantage VL host adapter virtually Plug and Play. Buy with confidence. The Altra line from Adaptec TotalAdvantage VL, a member of the Altra line of host adapters from Adaptec, has been specially designed for single-user and small office environments. The kit comes with a five-year limited warranty, and unlimited free technical support. And because the TotalAdvantage VL kit is backed by Adaptec's reputation for quality, reliability, and compatibility, you can make your I/O connections with complete confidence. IOware(reg) by Adaptec Adaptec's IOware products combine hardware and software technology into I/O solutions that speed the flow of data from one part of the system to another, ensuring the level of performance required for today's data- and graphics- intensive applications. Adaptec is known worldwide for its IOware product solutions. --------------------------------------------------------------------------- KIT INCLUDES: * AVA-2825 VL-to-Fast SCSI and VL-to-EIDE host adapter * AVA-2825 Installation Guide * AVA-2825 User's Manual * Adaptec EZ-SCSI Lite software diskette * Adaptec EZ-SCSI Lite software User's Manual * FLEXI-Driver EIDE software diskette * FLEXI-Driver Installation Guide * Warranty/Registration card * MS Registration card (Microsoft(reg)) * Read Me First card * Internal SCSI cable --------------------------------------------------------------------------- TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS Computer Bus: VESA Local Bus Interface Protocol: PIO Device Protocol: EIDE (Enhanced IDE) and Fast SCSI-2 Data Transfer Rates: VL-Bus Up to 40 Mbytes/sec SCSI Up to 10.0 MBytes/sec (synchronous) EIDE Up to 16.6 MBytes/sec PIO (Mode 4 Burst) Advanced SCSI Features: Concurrent support of Fast SCSI, synchronous and asynchronous, parity handling, disconnect/reconnect, programmable interrupts BIOS-resident SCSISelect configuration utility Electrical Drives: Software-enabled, single-ended, active SCSI terminator Host Bus Width: 32-bit Device Support: Up to seven SCSI devices Up to two standard IDE or EIDE hard drives Up to two standard and one floppy tape drive I/O Operating System Support: DOS/Windows Physical Dimensions: 9.75" x 3.75" (24.8 cm x 9.5 cm) I/O Hardware: One internal 50-pin SCSI connector One external high-density 50-pin SCSI connector One internal 40-pin standard IDE connector One internal 34-pin floppy connector MTBF: 285,486 hours (Bellcore, Method 1) --------------------------------------------------------------------------- Adaptec, Inc. 691 South Milpitas Boulevard Milpitas, California 95035 Adaptec Europe Belgium Tel: (32) 2-352-34-11 FAX: (32) 2-352-34-00 Adaptec Japan Tokyo Tel: (81-3)-5276-9882 FAX: (81-3)-5276-9884 Adaptec Singapore Tel: (65) 278-7300 FAX: (65) 273-0163 --------------------------------------------------------------------------- Literature: 1-800-934-2766 (USA and Canada) (510) 732-3829 Ordering Software: 1-800-442-7274 (USA and Canada) (408) 957-7274 Interactive FAX : (408) 957-7150 Adaptec USA Bulletin Board: (408) 945-7727 (up to 28,800 baud, using 8 bits, 1 stop bit, no parity) CompuServe: GO ADAPTEC Microsoft Network: GO ADAPTEC Internet ftp server: ftp.adaptec.com World-Wide Web: http://www.adaptec.com/ --------------------------------------------------------------------------- Copyright © 1995 Adaptec, Inc. All rights reserved. All rights reserved. Adaptec, the Adaptec logo, IOware, the IOware logo, Altra, AVA, TotalAdvantage, EZ-SCSI, SCSISelect, and FLEXI-Driver are trademarks of Adaptec, Inc. which may be registered in some jurisdictions. All other trademarks used are owned by their respective owners. Information supplied by Adaptec, Inc. is believed to be accurate and reliable at the time of printing, but Adaptec assumes no responsibility for any errors that may appear in this document. Adaptec, Inc. reserves the right without notice, to make changes in product design or specifications. Part Number: W980181-021 Rev. B 1/95