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11When the configuration is correct, click the Identification tab.

The computer name is the name of your PC. Give your PC a unique name of up to 15 characters. The PC name cannot include blank spaces.

A workgroup (such as your department) is composed of the PCs you usually communicate with and the workgroup’s shared resources (such as printers).

If you use peer group networking, the workgroup name is your peer group. Peers can see each other when they look in the Network Neighborhood.

For information on peer-to-peer networking, see the W95NDIS3.TXT file in the HELP directory on EtherDisk Diskette #1.

Your computer description is visible to other members of your workgroup in the Network Neighborhood.

12Click OK.

The network connection is configured. Windows 95 prompts you to restart the PC.

13Click Yes.

After the PC restarts, you can log on to your network. If you have problems, see Appendix B.

Confirming Installation

Complete the following procedure to confirm that the 3C905B-TX adapter is properly installed:

1Double-click the My Computer icon.

2Double-click the Control Panel icon.

3Double-click the System icon.

The System Properties box appears, detailing your system setup.

4Click the Device Manager tab.

A list of devices appears, arranged by type.

5Double-clickNetwork Adapters.

The name of the installed 3C905B-TX adapter appears:

3Com EtherLink XL Adapter (3C905B)

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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 PerformanceRemote Wake-Up Installation and Configuration10/100 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 Click Yes Confirming InstallationClick OK Click the Device Manager tabWindows Upgrading from Windows 95 to Windows Windows NTWindows NT Version Insert EtherDisk Diskette #2. The driver is updatedSelect 3Com EtherLink XL NIC Click Add Adapter Click Cancel Click ContinueNetWare for Windows 3.1x, Windows for Workgroups, and DOS AutoLink RequirementsRunning the AutoLink Program Run the Install program. Enter ainstallInsert EtherDisk Diskette #1 in drive a NetWare Version Installing the Novell NetWare Server DriverPress Enter to continue the server installation Select 3Com Fast EtherLink XL 10/100 Ethernet NICMultiple Adapters Supported Network Drivers Network Text File Name Network Driver Name Operating SystemChanging Configuration Configuration SettingsSelect 3Com NIC Utilities Select 3Com NIC Diagnostics Displaying Configuration SettingsChanging Configuration Settings 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 usesSetting Fast IP Using the DOS Configuration ProgramPace 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 IBMStatus LEDs TroubleshootingAdditional Technical Support Resources LED Accessing the 3C905B-TX Adapter Help System 3Com NIC Diagnostics ProgramSelect 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 Checking the Remote Wake-up Function Select 3Com NIC Diagnostic Utilities Click Add/RemoveRemoving the 3C905B-TX Adapter Pace and 3NICDIAGS Software Windows 95 and Windows NTVerify the driver version 3Com DOS Diagnostic ProgramRemove the PC cover and check the Remote Wake-Up connection Connect a straight-through cable from the PC to the hub Crossover Cable Troubleshooting TipsCabling Troubleshooting Hubs with Crossover Cable Frequently Asked Questions QuestionAnswerQuestion Answer Answer Frequently Asked Questions B-19 Accessing the 3Com World Wide Web 10/100 auto-negotiation NWay DynamicAccess softwareGlossary DRMONNetwork interface card NIC Full scatter gatherInfinite bursting 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