ASM1061 PCI-E to 4 Port SATA 3.0 Expansion Adapter Card User Manual

1. Entwodiksyon

This manual provides detailed instructions for the installation, operation, and troubleshooting of your DIEWU ASM1061 PCI-E to 4 Port SATA 3.0 Expansion Adapter Card. This card allows you to add four high-speed SATA 3.0 ports to your computer system, enhancing storage capabilities and performance. Please read this manual carefully before installation and retain it for future reference.

Figure 1: ASM1061 PCI-E to 4 Port SATA 3.0 Expansion Adapter Card

2. Enfòmasyon sou Sekirite

• Always power off your computer and unplug it from the power outlet before installing or removing any internal components.
• Mete yon braslè ponyèt anti-estatik oswa touche souvan yon objè metal ki konekte a tè pou dechaje elektrisite estatik, ki ka domaje konpozan elektwonik yo.
• Handle the expansion card by its edges to avoid touching the gold connectors or components on the PCB.
• Ensure the card is correctly seated in the PCI Express slot before powering on the system.
• Pa ekspoze kat la nan imidite oswa tanperati ekstrèm.

3. Pake kontni

Tanpri verifye ke tout atik yo prezan nan pakè ou a:

• 1 x ASM1061 PCI-E to 4 Port SATA 3.0 Expansion Card
• 1 x Low-profile sipò (pou ti bwat faktè fòm)
• 1 x Driver disk

Figi 2: Sa ki pakè

4. Kondisyon sistèm

Before installation, ensure your system meets the following requirements:

• Operating System: Windows® XP/Vista/7 (32/64 bit)/8/10
• Available PCI Express slot: One available PCI Express x1, x4, x8, or x16 slot

5. Gid Enstalasyon

5.1 Enstalasyon Materyèl

1. Etenn òdinatè w lan epi deploge kòd kouran an.
2. Louvri ka òdinatè w lan.
3. Locate an available PCI Express slot (x1, x4, x8, or x16).
4. If necessary, remove the metal bracket cover from the chosen slot on your computer case. If installing in a low-profile case, replace the standard bracket on the card with the included low-profile bracket.
5. Carefully insert the ASM1061 card into the PCI Express slot, ensuring it is firmly seated.
6. Fikse kat la ak yon vis sou bwat òdinatè a.
7. Connect your SATA hard drives or SSDs to the SATA ports on the expansion card using SATA data cables.
8. Close your computer case and reconnect the power cord.
9. Pouvwa sou òdinatè w lan.

Figi 3: Top view of the expansion card with SATA ports

Figi 4: Side view showing the PCI Express connector

5.2 Enstalasyon chofè

1. After booting into Windows, the system may automatically detect and install the necessary drivers.
2. If drivers are not automatically installed, insert the provided driver disk into your CD/DVD drive.
3. Navigate to the driver folder for your operating system (e.g., Windows 10).
4. Run the setup executable (e.g., setup.exe) and follow the on-screen instructions to complete the driver installation.
5. Rekòmanse òdinatè w la apre enstalasyon chofè a fini.

6. Operasyon Enstriksyon

6.1 Verifikasyon Enstalasyon

To verify that the card and drivers are installed correctly:

• Open Device Manager (Right-click 'This PC' or 'My Computer' > 'Manage' > 'Device Manager').
• Look under 'Storage controllers' or 'IDE ATA/ATAPI controllers'. You should see an entry for the ASMedia SATA controller (e.g., 'ASMedia 106x SATA Host Controller').
• Your connected SATA drives should appear under 'Disk drives'.

6.2 Connecting/Disconnecting Drives

The card supports hot-plugging and hot-swapping. This means you can connect or disconnect SATA drives while the system is running. However, it is always recommended to safely eject or unmount drives through the operating system before physically disconnecting them to prevent data loss.

7. Antretyen

• Keep the inside of your computer case clean and free of dust to ensure proper airflow and prevent overheating of components.
• Periodically check SATA cable connections to ensure they are secure.
• Avoid physical impact or bending of the card.

NAN. Depanaj

8.1 Card Not Detected

• Ensure the card is fully seated in the PCI Express slot.
• Try installing the card in a different PCI Express slot.
• Check your motherboard's BIOS/UEFI settings to ensure the PCI Express slot is enabled and configured correctly.
• Verify that your system meets the minimum system requirements.

8.2 Drives Not Appearing

• Ensure SATA data cables are securely connected to both the expansion card and the drives.
• Verify that your SATA drives are powered correctly (connected to the power supply).
• Check Device Manager to see if the ASMedia SATA controller is listed without errors. If not, reinstall drivers.
• For new drives, they may need to be initialized and formatted in Disk Management (Windows).

8.3 Pèfòmans Ralanti

• Ensure you are using SATA 3.0 compatible drives and cables to achieve 6Gbps speeds.
• Verify that the drivers are correctly installed and up to date.
• Check your system's overall performance and ensure no other components are bottlenecking the storage.

9. Espesifikasyon

10. Konsèy itilizatè yo

• Mizajou chofè: While a driver disk is provided, always check the manufacturer's websit la pou dènye chofè yo pou asire pèfòmans ak konpatibilite optimal.
• Kalite kab: Use high-quality SATA data cables for reliable connections and to achieve maximum transfer speeds. Poor quality cables can lead to intermittent drive detection or slower performance.
• Anviwònman BIOS/UEFI yo: If you encounter issues, check your system's BIOS/UEFI settings. Ensure that the PCI Express slot is enabled and that any relevant storage controller settings are configured appropriately (e.g., AHCI mode for SATA).
• Koneksyon pouvwa: Ensure all connected SATA drives have a stable power connection from your power supply unit. The expansion card itself draws power from the PCIe slot.

11. Sipò

If you encounter any issues that cannot be resolved using this manual, please refer to the support section on the product's purchase page or contact the seller directly for assistance. Provide your product model and a detailed description of the problem to facilitate quicker support.