IBM EtherLink XL manual Changing Configuration, Configuration Settings

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CHANGING CONFIGURATION

 

This chapter describes how to display and change configuration settings for the 3C905B-TX adapter using the 3Com NIC Diagnostics program.

Before you change the settings, contact your system administrator.

Configuration Settings

Table 4-1 lists each configuration option, the default setting, and the available settings.

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Table 4-1Option Settings

Option

Default Setting

Available Settings

 

 

 

Network Driver

Normal

Minimize CPU Utilization, Maximize

Optimization

 

Network Performance, Normal

Full-Duplex

Auto Select

Enabled, Disabled, Auto Select

Boot PROM

Disabled

Disabled, 8K, 16K, 32K

Media Type

Auto Select

100BASE-TX, 10BASE-T, Auto Select

PACE

Disabled

Enabled, Disabled

NDIS Driver Speed

None

100 Mbps, 10 Mbps (Windows NT only),

 

 

N/A (Windows 95)

Remote Wake-Up

No

Yes, No

 

 

 

CAUTION: Before setting the 3C905B-TX adapter for full-duplex, make sure that the switch port is also set to full-duplex or supports full-duplex and auto-negotiation (NWay).

Full-duplex at 100 Mbps improves the performance of switch (hub) connections. The 3C905B-TX adapter supports full-duplex at 10 or 100 Mbps. If the switch supports the NWay feature and full-duplex, the 3C905B-TX adapter automatically runs in full-duplex.

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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 Finding Specific Information in This Guide About this GuideList conventions that are used throughout this guide Conventions13C905B-TX Adapter IntroductionIndustry-Leading Performance DynamicAccess SoftwareInstallation and Configuration Remote Wake-Up10/100 Mbps Support PC and Server Requirements How Do I Install the 3C905B-TX Adapter?Installing the Adapter 1Inserting the Adapter Secure the adapter with the screw you removed earlierProceed to the next section, Connecting to the Network Connecting to the NetworkReconnect all cables and replace the PC cover Connecting the Remote Wake-Up CableWindows InstallingIf Windows prompts you to reboot, click No Network components should now include Click OK Confirming InstallationClick Yes Click the Device Manager tabWindows Windows NT Upgrading from Windows 95 to WindowsInsert EtherDisk Diskette #2. The driver is updated Windows NT VersionSelect 3Com EtherLink XL NIC Click Add Adapter Click Continue Click CancelAutoLink Requirements NetWare for Windows 3.1x, Windows for Workgroups, and DOSRun the Install program. Enter ainstall Running the AutoLink ProgramInsert EtherDisk Diskette #1 in drive a Press Enter to continue the server installation Installing the Novell NetWare Server DriverNetWare Version Select 3Com Fast EtherLink XL 10/100 Ethernet NICMultiple Adapters Network Text File Name Network Driver Name Operating System Supported Network DriversConfiguration Settings Changing ConfigurationChanging Configuration Settings Displaying Configuration SettingsSelect 3Com NIC Utilities Select 3Com NIC Diagnostics Click NIC Details to display the NIC Details screenChanging Configuration Settings Selecting Pace Applications Changing Pace ConfigurationSelect the protocol that the application uses Changing Pace Ranges and ProtocolsUsing the DOS Configuration Program Setting Fast IPPace Advanced Options Specifications SpecificationsFigure A-1RJ-45 Connector Pin Assignments RJ-45 Connector Pin AssignmentsTechnical Support Help and Service InformationProblem Solving Placing the Call to IBM Preparing for the CallTroubleshooting 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 Eeprom Fifo Running the Echo TestOn both PCs 3Com Support Services3Com NIC Diagnostics Program B-11 Removing the 3C905B-TX Adapter Pace and 3NICDIAGS Software Select 3Com NIC Diagnostic Utilities Click Add/RemoveChecking 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 QuestionAnswer Frequently Asked QuestionsQuestion Answer Answer Frequently Asked Questions B-19 Accessing the 3Com World Wide Web Glossary DynamicAccess software10/100 auto-negotiation NWay DRMONInfinite bursting Full scatter gatherNetwork interface card NIC Pace technologyNumbers IndexVersion 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