IBM EtherLink XL manual Industry-Leading Performance, DynamicAccess Software

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1-2CHAPTER 1: INTRODUCTION

Unless specifically indicated, the name 3C905B-TX is used throughout this guide to refer to both adapters.

This chapter describes the 3C905B-TX adapter features and PC and server requirements.

Industry-Leading Performance

The 3C905B-TX adapter provides the following performance features:

Interactive Access technology to minimize CPU utilization

Parallel Tasking® II architecture for high throughput and low processor utilization

Full-duplex 10 Mbps and 100 Mbps support

Hardware IP checksum enabled for better Internet and intranet performance

Fast IP switching solution that allows you to cost-effectively scale internetwork performance as bandwidth requirements increase

32-bit bus master design with full scatter gather and infinite bursting performance

Flow control (IEEE 802.1x), which optimizes performance in switched networks through efficient data transmissions

DynamicAccess Software

DynamicAccess® software delivers intelligence at the edge of the network to optimize network performance and control.

DynamicAccess features include PACEInteractive Access technology, dRMON (distributed RMON) support, and support for PACE real-time and multimedia applications.

PACE class of service drivers enable prioritization of multimedia and business-critical applications like video conferencing and distance learning. With the 3Com PACE drivers, you can set the class of service for each application.

The 3C905B-TX adapter ships with dRMON SmartAgent® intelligent agents that collect remote management information used by the Transcend® Edge Monitor System. Together, they provide full RMON network management information for both switched and Fast Ethernet networks.

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Contents IBM 10/100 Fast EtherLink XL Adapters by 3Com User Guide Page Contents Specifications Accessing the 3C905B-TX Adapter Help System B-6 Page Figures Tables About this Guide Finding Specific Information in This GuideConventions List conventions that are used throughout this guideIntroduction 13C905B-TX AdapterDynamicAccess Software Industry-Leading PerformanceInstallation and Configuration Remote Wake-Up10/100 Mbps Support How Do I Install the 3C905B-TX Adapter? PC and Server RequirementsInstalling the Adapter Secure the adapter with the screw you removed earlier 1Inserting the AdapterConnecting to the Network Proceed to the next section, Connecting to the NetworkConnecting the Remote Wake-Up Cable Reconnect all cables and replace the PC coverInstalling WindowsIf Windows prompts you to reboot, click No Network components should now include Confirming Installation Click OKClick Yes Click the Device Manager tabWindows Upgrading from Windows 95 to Windows Windows NTInsert EtherDisk Diskette #2. The driver is updated Windows NT VersionSelect 3Com EtherLink XL NIC Click Add Adapter Click Cancel Click ContinueNetWare for Windows 3.1x, Windows for Workgroups, and DOS AutoLink RequirementsRun the Install program. Enter ainstall Running the AutoLink ProgramInsert EtherDisk Diskette #1 in drive a Installing the Novell NetWare Server Driver Press Enter to continue the server installationNetWare Version Select 3Com Fast EtherLink XL 10/100 Ethernet NICMultiple Adapters Supported Network Drivers Network Text File Name Network Driver Name Operating SystemChanging Configuration Configuration SettingsDisplaying Configuration Settings Changing Configuration SettingsSelect 3Com NIC Utilities Select 3Com NIC Diagnostics Click NIC Details to display the NIC Details screenChanging Configuration Settings Changing Pace Configuration Selecting Pace ApplicationsChanging Pace Ranges and Protocols Select the protocol that the application usesUsing the DOS Configuration Program Setting Fast IPPace Advanced Options Specifications SpecificationsRJ-45 Connector Pin Assignments Figure A-1RJ-45 Connector Pin AssignmentsHelp and Service Information Technical SupportProblem Solving Preparing for the Call Placing the Call to IBMTroubleshooting Status LEDsAdditional Technical Support Resources LED 3Com NIC Diagnostics Program Accessing the 3C905B-TX Adapter Help SystemSelect 3Com NIC Utilities Select 3Com NIC Diagnostics Help Running the Self-Test Figure B-23Com NIC Diagnostics Program General Screen Running the Echo Test Eeprom Fifo3Com Support Services On both PCs3Com NIC Diagnostics Program B-11 Select 3Com NIC Diagnostic Utilities Click Add/Remove Removing the 3C905B-TX Adapter Pace and 3NICDIAGS SoftwareChecking the Remote Wake-up Function Windows 95 and Windows NT3Com DOS Diagnostic Program Verify the driver versionRemove the PC cover and check the Remote Wake-Up connection Crossover Cable Troubleshooting Tips Connect a straight-through cable from the PC to the hubCabling Troubleshooting Hubs with Crossover Cable Frequently Asked Questions QuestionAnswerQuestion Answer Answer Frequently Asked Questions B-19 Accessing the 3Com World Wide Web DynamicAccess software Glossary10/100 auto-negotiation NWay DRMONFull scatter gather Infinite burstingNetwork interface card NIC Pace technologyIndex NumbersVersion World Wide Web WWW Statement of Limited Warranty Extent of Warranty Federal Communications Commission FCC Statement Industry Canada Class B Emission Compliance Statement Unione Europea Directiva EMC Conformidad Electromagnética 3COM END User Software License Agreement