Asante Technologies 10/100 manual Installing Network Specific Drivers

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Installing Network Specific Drivers

3 Double-click the AsantéFAST Installer icon or the AsantéNIC-PCI Installer icon and click OK when the Installer banner appears.

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The Easy Install dialog box then appears.

Important: To properly install the Open Transport driver, you must use the Installer program. Do not drag the files to the System Folder; doing so may not install the files properly.

Click the Install button.

The Installer program examines your Macintosh and installs the appropriate driver.

6 Click the Restart button when the message appears stating that the installation was successful.

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After successfully installing the adapter and the driver, you need to configure the AppleTalk control panels on the Macintosh.

Select Control Panels from the Apple Menu.

Select AppleTalk from the Control Panels submenu.

The AppleTalk control panel appears.

9 Click the Connect Via: dropdown list box showing available com- munication connections.

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Select the Ethernet slot number where the adapter is installed.

Close the AppleTalk control panel by clicking on the close box.

A dialog box appears asking whether you want to save changes.

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Contents AsantéFAST 10/100 AsantéNIC-PCI Page AsantéFAST 10/100 AsantéNIC-PCI Copyright Notice Table of Contents Troubleshooting AsantéFAST 10/100 Adapter for PCI IntroductionConventions Introduction AsantéNIC-PCI AdapterPCI Local Bus Package ContentsIntroduction Installing the Adapter Installing the Asanté PCI AdapterConnecting a Thick Ethernet Cable AsantéNIC-PCI Only Connecting the Adapter to the NetworkConnecting a UTP Cable Self-Configuring the Adapter Computers without the Self-Configuring FeatureConfiguring the Adapter Testing the Adapter Network Operating Systems Supported Installing Network DriversNovell NetWare 3.x Client Installing Network Specific DriversNovell NetWare 4.x Client Installing Network Specific DriversInstalling Network Drivers Page \WFW Microsoft Windows NT Workstation Power Macintosh Open Transport Driver Installing Network Specific Drivers Click Save Overview TroubleshootingLED Indicators Data Traffic LED AsantéFAST 10/100 and AsantéNIC-PCI Link Integrity LED AsantéFAST 10/100 AsantéNIC-PCI10Mbps Operation LED AsantéFAST 10/100 Only 100Mbps Operation LED AsantéFAST 10/100 OnlyPC Diagnostic Program Using the Diagnostic ProgramUsing the Diagnostic Program Power Macintosh Diagnostic ProgramDouble-click the AsantéFAST Troubleshooter icon or Using the Diagnostic Program Troubleshooting AsantéFAST 10/100 Adapter AsantéNIC-PCI Adapter SpecificationsA-2 Technical Support Hours Technical SupportContacting Technical Support B-2 Page Asanté TECHNOLOGIES, INC., 821 FOX LANE, SAN JOSE, CA

10/100 specifications

Asante Technologies has been a prominent player in the networking industry, offering a range of solutions designed to enhance connectivity and improve network performance. Among its notable products is the Asante Technologies 10/100 line of network switches, which provides reliable, high-speed Ethernet connectivity.

One of the standout features of the Asante 10/100 switches is their capability to support both 10Base-T and 100Base-TX Ethernet speeds. This flexibility allows organizations to seamlessly integrate older 10 Mbps devices with newer 100 Mbps equipment, ensuring a smooth transition as businesses upgrade their network infrastructure. The automatic speed negotiation feature enables these switches to automatically detect and set the appropriate speed for connected devices, simplifying the installation process and minimizing downtime.

The Asante 10/100 switches typically come in various configurations, including 5, 8, 16, and 24 ports, offering options that suit diverse networking needs. With their compact design, these switches are ideal for small to medium-sized businesses, offices, and home networks. Their plug-and-play functionality further enhances usability, allowing users to set up the network quickly without requiring complex configuration.

Another noteworthy characteristic of the Asante 10/100 switches is their support for auto-MDI/MDI-X. This technology eliminates the need for crossover cables, as the switches can automatically detect the type of cable connected and adjust the configuration accordingly. This feature simplifies network design and helps prevent potential connectivity issues.

Performance-wise, Asante Technologies 10/100 switches are engineered to handle a high volume of data traffic while maintaining optimal performance. They feature non-blocking architecture, which ensures that data flows smoothly between ports without bottlenecks. Additionally, these switches often come equipped with advanced features like Quality of Service (QoS), which prioritizes critical data traffic, thus ensuring better performance for applications sensitive to latency.

Overall, Asante Technologies' 10/100 switches stand out as reliable and versatile networking solutions, combining ease of use with advanced features. Their adaptability to both legacy and modern devices, coupled with excellent performance and management capabilities, makes them an excellent choice for businesses looking to enhance their network infrastructure efficiently.