[ INDIVIDUAL COMPONENT // USB / FIREWIRE ]
SIIG NN-400012-S8 FireWire 3-Port PCI
2 external 9-pin FireWire 800 ports. This model-specific archival record distinguishes documented product facts from platform-level compatibility assumptions.
MODEL SCOPE: SIIG NN-440012-S8. Confirm board revision, exact product label, firmware, bracket, and accessories before installation.
Reference specifications
| Model identifier | SIIG NN-400012-S8 FireWire 3-Port PCI |
|---|---|
| Host bus | 32-bit conventional PCI |
| Interfaces and protocols | Three external IEEE 1394 (FireWire) ports, up to 400 Mb/s. |
| Controller / chipset | Texas Instruments single-chip IEEE 1394 controller, per SIIG product description. |
| Driver and operating-system notes | IEEE 1394 OHCI driver support varies by Windows/Linux version. |
| Compatibility and archival notes | This is a PCI IEEE 1394 adapter, not a PCIe FireWire 800 card. Confirm 1394a cable and OS support for legacy devices. |
Compatibility, care & archival notes
- Verify exact revision, cable standard and peripheral power for archival transfers.
- Record PCB/revision identifiers, subsystem IDs, firmware and supplied accessories; OEM and retail versions may differ.
- Retain a verified backup and known-good driver/firmware before changing a working legacy configuration.
Sources & further reading
- Manufacturer — SIIG NN-440012-S8 product referenceVendor reference for the named model or family; confirm exact revision and current archived manual.
- PCI-SIG — PCI Express specificationsBus terminology; physical slot fit does not guarantee electrical compatibility.
- Linux kernel — PCI support documentationGeneral enumeration reference, not a promise of support for every device feature.