3com 10/100BASE-T4 PCI Manuel d'utilisateur

® F AST E THER L INK â P ARALLEL T ASKING â 10/100BASE-T4 PCI N ETWORK A DAPTER U SER G UIDE A member of the 3Com Fast EtherLink family of ada

A BOUT T HIS G UIDE Introduction This guide explains how to install the 3Com â Fast EtherLink â Parallel Tasking â 10/100BASE-T4 PCI adapter. Al

2 A BOUT T HIS G UIDE Conventions The following tables list text and icon conventions that are used throughout this guide: Table 1 Text Conventi

1INTRODUCTIONThe 3Comâ Fast EtherLinkâ Parallel Taskingâ 10/100BASE-T4 PCI adapter is a 32-bit adapter for use in a personal computer with a Peripher

1-2 CHAPTER 1: INTRODUCTIONThe 10/100BASE-T4 PCI adapter connects your PCI-compliant personal computer to an Ethernet network wired with IEEE 802.3 st

Adapter Features 1-3Check the documentation provided with the PCI computer to locate the bus master slots. Adapter FeaturesThe 10/100BASE-T4 PCI adapt

1-4 CHAPTER 1: INTRODUCTIONPCI TechnologyThe PCI local bus is a high-performance bus that provides a processor-independent data path between the CPU i

2INSTALLING THE ADAPTERThis chapter discuses the following topics: Inspecting the Fast EtherLink 10/100BASE-T4 PCI adapter Installing the boot PROM

2-2 CHAPTER 2: INSTALLING THE ADAPTER2 Verify that you have received all items listed in step 1, and inspect each item for damage.If you find any omiss

Connecting to the Network 2-3Figure 2-1 PCI Computer with PCI and EISA SlotsThe adapter’s backplate should be flush with the computer’s chassis. Be s

2-4 CHAPTER 2: INSTALLING THE ADAPTERFor both 10BASE-T and 100BASE-T4 Ethernet networks, the Fast EtherLink PCI adapter uses Category 3, 4, or 5 unshi

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Connecting to the Network 2-5100BASE-T4 connections use all 4 pairs of wire normally contained in a bundle of Category 3, 4, or 5 UTP cable. The “stra

3LOADING THE NETWORK DRIVERSThis chapter describes how to load the network drivers required to let the 3C595-T4 PCI adapter operate with your network

3-2 CHAPTER 3: LOADING THE NETWORK DRIVERSUsing the EtherDisk DisketteThe EtherDisk diskette contains the latest versions of the network drivers avail

Using Windows 95 3-3installing the drivers. Table 3-2 provides the procedures to use to access DOS from various operating systems.Using Windows 95If y

3-4 CHAPTER 3: LOADING THE NETWORK DRIVERSb In the panel at the bottom of the dialog box, type the drive name and pathname from which Windows 95 shoul

Using NetWare ODI 3-56 Double-click the adapter name to display a description of the adapter and its current status.The next dialog box confirms that t

3-6 CHAPTER 3: LOADING THE NETWORK DRIVERSAutoLink Installation To use the AutoLink program to install NetWare DOS ODI client software on a PC with a

Using NetWare ODI 3-75 Read the screen and press [Enter].6 When the main menu screen shown in Figure 3-2 appears, select NetWare DOS ODI Client, and p

3-8 CHAPTER 3: LOADING THE NETWORK DRIVERSAuto installation may take a few moments. Several messages appear while the AutoLink program is running. A fi

Using NetWare ODI 3-94 When the AutoLink installation is complete, remove the diskette.5 Turn off the computer, install the second adapter, and connec

® L IFETIME W ARRANTY 3Com’s EtherLink â , TokenLink â , Fast EtherLink, FDDILink ä , and 3Com Impact ä ISDN ISA adapters have a Lifetime Warranty.

3-10 CHAPTER 3: LOADING THE NETWORK DRIVERS10 Repeat step 9 for any additional adapters that you may have installed.11 Reboot the computer.Finding the

Loading NDIS Drivers 3-11One or More Adapters in a ServerIf you are running NetWare and have installed one or more adapters in a PCI computer that is

3-12 CHAPTER 3: LOADING THE NETWORK DRIVERS4 From the displayed list of network operating systems select the appropriate operating system for your env

Transcend PC Link SmartAgent Driver Agents 3-13If you have one of these drivers installed, as soon as you connect a network cable to the system, the A

4PERFORMING TROUBLESHOOTING AND DIAGNOSTIC TESTSThis chapter explains how to isolate and solve 10/100BASE-T4 PCI adapter problems.Make sure that the a

4-2 CHAPTER 4: PERFORMING TROUBLESHOOTING AND DIAGNOSTIC TESTSBefore Running the TestsWhen the DOS operating system first loads, it executes the AUTOEX

Starting the Diagnostic Program 4-3Starting the Diagnostic ProgramAlways run diagnostic tests with no device drivers or memory managers (EMM386.EXE an

4-4 CHAPTER 4: PERFORMING TROUBLESHOOTING AND DIAGNOSTIC TESTS2 Press [Enter] to start the tests.Group 1 tests (the default setting) run ten times unl

Starting the Diagnostic Program 4-5Setting Up an Echo ServerTo test 10 Mbps operation of the 10/100BASE-T4 PCI adapter, use a computer as an echo serv

4-6 CHAPTER 4: PERFORMING TROUBLESHOOTING AND DIAGNOSTIC TESTSStarting the Group 3 TestTo run the Group 3 test on a Fast EtherLink PCI adapter, follow

Customers in the countries shown below should send the completed registration card to the appropriate address. Customers in other non-U.S. locations

Getting Help If a Test Fails 4-7Getting Help If a Test FailsIf any test fails, you can get additional information as follows:1 Highlight the test that

4-8 CHAPTER 4: PERFORMING TROUBLESHOOTING AND DIAGNOSTIC TESTS If you are running the Group 3 test, make sure that the adapter is connected to a prop

Changing the Test Setup 4-9Changing the Test SetupTo change the test parameters, follow these steps:1 Choose Test Setup from the Test menu in the main

4-10 CHAPTER 4: PERFORMING TROUBLESHOOTING AND DIAGNOSTIC TESTSCheck the length and rating of the UTP cable connection. Make sure the cable segment is

ACABLINGThis appendix discusses the following topics: Adapter cabling requirements Twisted-pair cable and the EIA/TIA cable categories 10BASE-T ope

A-2 APPENDIX A: CABLINGTwisted-Pair Cable Twisted-pair cable consists of copper wires surrounded by an insulator. Two wires are twisted together (the

10BASE-T Operation A-310BASE-T Operation10BASE-T is the Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers (IEEE) 802.3 standard for Ethernet signaling

A-4 APPENDIX A: CABLING100BASE-T StandardThe 100BASE-T standard defines a network architecture based on the 10BASE-T standard that retains almost all o

100BASE-T Standard A-5100BASE-T4 Operation100BASE-T4 is the IEEE 802.3 specification for Ethernet signaling for 100 Mbps over four pairs of Category 3

A-6 APPENDIX A: CABLINGRJ-45 Connector Pin AssignmentsFigure A-1 shows the RJ-45 connector pin assignments.Figure A-1 RJ-45 Connector Pin Assignment

C ONTENTS A BOUT T HIS G UIDE Introduction 1How to Use This Guide 1Conventions 2 1 I NTRODUCTION Adapter Features 1-3PCI Technology

BCONFIGURING SOFTWARE SETTINGSThe Fast EtherLink 10/100BASE-T4 PCI adapter is automatically configured by the PCI’s computer’s BIOS with the following

B-2 APPENDIX B: CONFIGURING SOFTWARE SETTINGSChanging Software Settings* This option specifies whether to optimize the network driver for a normal env

Changing Software Settings B-35 When the auto installation screen appears, as shown in Figure 3-1 press [Enter].6 When the main menu appears with a li

B-4 APPENDIX B: CONFIGURING SOFTWARE SETTINGSIn both cases, a screen similar to the one shown in Figure B-2 appears, showing the parameters for the se

Changing Software Settings B-5You must highlight OK and press [Enter] to save the settings. If you want to use the same settings on other adapters, yo

CSPECIFICATIONSThis appendix lists the specifications for the Fast EtherLink 10/100BASE-T4 PCI adapter. It also contains pin assignments for the adapte

DTECHNICAL SUPPORT3Com provides easy access to technical support information through the variety of services described in this appendix.On-line Techni

D-2 APPENDIX D: TECHNICAL SUPPORTAccess by ISDNISDN users can dial-in to 3Com BBS using a digital modem for fast access up to 56 Kbps. To access 3ComB

Support from Your Network Supplier D-33ComFacts Automated Fax Service3Com Corporation’s interactive fax service, 3ComFacts, provides data sheets, tech

D-4 APPENDIX D: TECHNICAL SUPPORT Details about recent configuration changes, if applicableIf you are outside the U.S. and Canada, contact your local

Loading NDIS Drivers 3-11Updating NDIS Drivers 3-12Auto Select Media Type 3-12Transcend PC Link SmartAgent Driver Agents 3-13Desktop

GLOSSARY10BASE-TThe IEEE 802.3 standard for a 10 Mbps baseband network on twisted-pair cable.100BASE-FXThe IEEE 802.3 standard for a 100 Mbps baseband

2 GLOSSARYAuto Select Media TypeA utility that detects the type of network cable connected to the adapter and automatically selects that connection fo

GLOSSARY 3EIA/TIAElectronics Industries Association/Telecommunications Industries Association. The organization that develops wiring standards for the

4 GLOSSARYMAC Media access control. The operational scheme that gives each network node orderly access to the network cable. CSMA/CD is a MAC protocol

GLOSSARY 5STPShielded twisted-pair cable. Twisted-pair cabling with an overall shield to prevent the entry of outside interference, and individually s

INDEXNumerics10/100BASE-T4 PCI adapter 1-3100BASE-FXdescription A-5100BASE-Tmedia specifications A-4standard A-4100BASE-T4description A-5Fast

2 INDEXDDEC PATHWORKS 3-11default option settings B-2Desktop Management Interface (DMI) 1-3, 3-13diagnostic program, starting 4-3diagnostic t

INDEX 3networkconnecting to 2-3management 3-13Network Driver Optimization option setting B-2network supplier support D-3NWCLIENT subdirectory

4 INDEXWWindows 3.X 3-3Windows 95confirming adapter installation 3-4loading the driver 3-3Windows for Workgroups 3-12Windows NT 3-12wiring re

LIMITED WARRANTYHARDWARE: 3Com warrants its hardware products to be free from defects in workmanship andmaterials, under normal use and service, for t

C S PECIFICATIONS Adapter Specifications C-1Network Interface C-1Physical Dimensions C-1Environmental Operating Range C-1Power Require

3COM SHALL NOT BE LIABLE UNDER THIS WARRANTY IF ITS TESTING AND EXAMINATIONDISCLOSE THAT THE ALLEGED DEFECT IN THE PRODUCT DOES NOT EXIST OR WAS CAUSE

FCC CLASS B CERTIFICATION3Com CorporationModel No: 3C595-T4FCC ID: DF63C595-T4Made in U.S.A.This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operat

CE NOTICEMarking by the symbol indicates compliance of this equipment to the EMC directive ofthe European Community. Such marking is indicative that

F IGURES 1-1 10/100BASE-T4 PCI Adapter 1-2 2-1 PCI Computer with PCI and EISA Slots 2-3 2-2 Connecting Twisted-Pair Cable 2-4 3-1 AutoLin

T ABLES 1 Text Conventions 2 2 Notice Icons 2 3-1 Summary of Driver Loading Procedures 3-1 3-2 Accessing DOS from Other Operating Systems