3Com Ethernet Network Interface Card warranty Features and Benefits, Specifications

The documentation included with your NIC makes installation easy. The user guide covers everything from the basics of networking to step-by-step instructions on how to install and use your network interface card.

The Network Assistant CD-ROM is also included. It explains networking for newcomers in simple terms. And it provides faster access to networking capabilities for experienced users. Clear graphic instructions offer simple explanations of network concepts and terms and guide you through setup, installation, and problem solving.

Features and Benefits

10/100 Fast Ethernet NIC—from the leader in NICs and Fast Ethernet networking

RJ-45 interface for connection to 100BASE-TX or 10BASE-T networks

Industry-leading performance in Windows 95, 98 and

Windows NT environments

Plug-and-playfor easy installation

LED indicators and diagnostics software for simple troubleshooting

Comprehensive documentation with step-by-step instructions for easy installation

Network Assistant CD-ROM for information on easy network setup and troubleshooting

Part of 3Com’s award-winning OfficeConnect solution specifically

designed for small business networks

High-quality technical support

Lifetime limited warranty†

Specifications

Bus Type

PCI

Cable

TX (unshielded twisted pair)

Software Compatibility

Windows 95

Windows 98

Windows NT 3.51 and 4.0

Allows connection to Windows NT and Novell NetWare Networks

Connector

RJ-45

Cables and Operating Distances

10BASE-T

Category 3, 4, or 5 UTP on two pairs up to 328 ft/100 m

100BASE-TX

Category 5 UTP on two pairs up to 328 ft/100 m

Network Interface

Ethernet IEEE 802.3 industry standard

100 Mbps CSMA/CD standards

LEDs

10 LNK, 100 LNK, ACT

Warranty

These OfficeConnect products are covered by a lifetime limited warranty.† In Germany, the warranty only extends for 10 years and is not available where restricted or prohibited by law.

To qualify for a warranty, you must submit a registration card.

Ordering Information

OfficeConnect Fast Ethernet Network Interface Card

For more OfficeConnect product information, please refer to the following publications:

OfficeConnect 10/100 LAN PC Card data

sheet400440-002

OfficeConnect ISDN LAN Modem data

sheet400396-005

OfficeConnect Hubs and Switches data

sheet400317-008

OfficeConnect 56K* LAN Modem data

sheet400397-003

HP JetDirect 300X OfficeConnect Print Server data sheet

OfficeConnect Remote 511 and 531 Access Routers data sheet

400318-003

HP JetDirect 170X OfficeConnect External Print Server data sheet

400484-002

To find out more about 3Com small busi- ness networking solutions, contact your 3Com Account Manager, or visit 3Com’s World Wide Web site at www.3com.com/smallbusiness/.

3Com Corporation

5400 Bayfront Plaza P.O. Box 58145

Santa Clara, CA 95052-8145 Phone: 1 800 NET 3Com or 1 408 326 5000

Fax: 1 408 326 5001

† See User Guide for details.

*Capable of receiving downloads at up to 56 Kbps and sending at up to 31.2 Kbps. Due to IC/FCC regulations on power output, receiving speeds are limited to 53 Kbps. Actual speeds may vary. Requires compatible analog phone line and server equipment. See www.3com.com/56k for details.

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