Silicon 9980983 Pci SCSI Controller Ultra Wide Se

Product Description

The Silicon 9980983 is a PCI-based controller card designed to bring Ultra Wide Single-Ended (SE) SCSI capabilities to a computer system. This type of controller was crucial for expanding storage options in servers and high-performance workstations, allowing for the connection of multiple SCSI devices such as hard drives, optical drives, and scanners. The Ultra Wide SCSI standard offered significantly higher data transfer rates compared to earlier SCSI versions, enabling faster access to data and improved system performance. This controller card leverages the PCI bus, a common expansion slot in computers of its time, ensuring broad compatibility with many motherboards. The Ultra Wide SE specification indicates support for a wider data path (16-bit) and higher signaling speeds, typically achieving transfer rates of up to 40 MB/s. This makes it suitable for demanding applications that require fast and reliable data throughput. Users installing the Silicon 9980983 would typically need to install specific drivers for their operating system to recognize and utilize the card and connected SCSI devices. It serves as a vital interface for systems requiring robust, high-speed storage solutions, particularly in environments where SCSI was the preferred connectivity standard for peripherals. The 'Silicon' brand suggests a focus on core component manufacturing, aiming to provide reliable interface solutions.