Instant EtherFast® Series
Chapter 8: Windows XP
Installation
Overview
After physically connecting the Adapter to your computer’s USB port or hub, follow these instructions to install the hardware device driver. The installation procedure for the hardware device driver may vary slightly depending on your current system configuration. If at any time during the installation you encounter problems, consult “Appendix A: Troubleshooting.”
Windows XP Driver Installation
1.If you haven’t already, start your computer.
2.Windows XP will automatically detect the Adapter connected to your com- puter and display the Welcome to the Found New Hardware Wizard screen. Select Install from a list or specific location (Advanced), and insert the Driver CD into the
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Note: Throughout this guide, it is assumed that “D” is the letter of your
Compact USB 2.0 10/100 Network Adapter
3.Select Search for the best driver in these locations. Only select Include this location in the search:, and enter D:\winxp in the field provided. Then click the Next button.
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4.Windows will notify you that the driver has not passed Windows Logo test- ing. This is normal, and it has been verified that the Adapter does work with Windows XP. Click the Continue Anyway button.
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Note: Do not click Cancel at any time during the installation process. Doing so will prevent your driver from being properly installed on your PC.
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