MaxTech NX-32PCI manual Boot ROM Installation optional

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1.Turn off your computer and all peripherals.

2.Make a note of the power cord and other cables connected to your computer and disconnect them.

3.Remove your computer’s cover (refer to your computer’s owner manual).

4.Select an available PCI expansion slot, and then remove the slot cover.

5.Touch the computer chassis before remov- ing the adapter from its anti-static bag. This will discharge any static electricity from your body.

6.Carefully install the adapter by firmly press- ing the card into the slot you have chosen, applying even pressure until the adapter is completely seated in the slot.

7.Fasten the retaining bracket with the screw from the slot cover. Make sure the adapter is properly aligned. Store the slot cover for future use.

8.Replace the computer cover and reconnect the power cord and all cables.

9.Attach the network cable to your adapter. Proceed to Section 2.3.

2.2.1 Boot ROM Installation (optional)

An empty ROM socket is provided on the adapter to accept an optional Remote Boot ROM (available from your dealer). The Boot ROM allows the PC to load the Operating System over the network for diskless applications.

1.Insert the Boot ROM into the socket. Make sure that the notch on the ROM matches the one on the socket (refer to Figure 2-2).

2.Be certain to enable your adapter's boot ROM by setting the Boot ROM Size param- eter to “16 Kilobytes” when running the SETUP.EXE program after the card has been installed (Refer to Section 2.4.2). Re-

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Contents NX-32PCI Contents Unpacking Your Network Adapter Hardware InstallationRJ45 Boot ROM Installation optional Configuration in Plug and Play systems Configuration in Non-Plug and Play Sys- temsRunning the Set Up Utility IRQSet Up New Configuration Medium Type Full-Duplex Function Boot ROM SizeTesting The Adapter Section Three Driver Installation Important NoteWindows 95 Driver Installation Windows 95 ReleaseSection Four Using the Remote Boot ROM Windows 95 Release 4.00.950 BCable Problems Section Five TroubleshootingIRQ Conflict Section Seven Specifications Section Six Cable InformationSection Eight Technical Support Five Year Limited WarrantySection Nine Notices FCC Class B Statement Disclaimer, Copyright, And Other Notices