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2. GETTING STARTED
This chapter discusses features of the ZT 8954 and summarizes the information you
need to get your ZT 8954 operational. Read this chapter and Chapter 3, "
Theory of
Operation
," before you use the board. Most users will not need to adjust any jumpers for
correct operation.
Many of the topics in "Getting Started" are discussed in greater detail in subsequent
chapters. You will find a number of cross references for topics containing further
information. Many of the details of the floppy disk controller can be found in the Intel
Peripherals Data Book in the 82078-1 data sheet, also available as a separate Intel
publication 290468-002.
The ZT 8954 is supported by CPU boards that have on-board DMA controllers to
perform the floppy disk data transfer (for example, ZT 8902 Revision A, ZT 8903,
ZT 8904, and ZT 8905). The ZT 8954 is supported in Ziatech DOS and STD 32 STAR
SYSTEMs, starting with BIOS 4.01.
UNPACKING
Be sure to check the shipping carton for damage. If the shipping carton and contents
were damaged, notify the carrier and Ziatech for an insurance settlement. Retain the
original shipping carton and packing material for inspection by the carrier. Save the anti-
static bag for storing or returning the ZT 8954.
Do not return any product to Ziatech without a Return Material Authorization (RMA)
number. The procedure for obtaining an RMA number from Ziatech is explained in the
"
Returning for Service
" section of Appendix C, "Customer Support."
Caution:
Like all equipment utilizing MOS devices, the ZT 8954 must
be protected from static discharge. Never remove any of the socketed
parts except at a static-free workstation. Use the anti-static bag shipped
with the ZT 8954 to handle the board.
SYSTEM REQUIREMENTS
The ZT 8954 is designed for use in STD and STD 32 bus environments. The ZT 8954 is
dependent upon the host CPU's performing DMA cycles to transfer data between the
floppy disk and the host's memory. It is important to note that not all CPU boards have
this capability. In particular, the ZT 8954 is designed for use with the ZT 8902
Revision A, ZT 8903, ZT 8904, and ZT 8905. Use the following lists to determine
whether your Ziatech CPU board supports the ZT 8954.
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