3Com EISA 10/100BASE-T manual Inspecting the Adapter, Installing the Boot Prom

2-2 CHAPTER 2: INSTALLING THE HARDWARE

Inspecting the Adapter

Before installing the adapter in your computer, you should visually inspect it for damage that might have occurred during shipment from the factory.

CAUTION: Each adapter is packed in an antistatic container to protect it during shipment.To avoid damaging any static- sensitive components after removal from the container, be sure to reduce any static electricity on your person. One way to do this is to touch the metal chassis of your computer.You can maintain grounding by wearing a wrist strap attached to the chassis.

1Open the shipping container and carefully remove its contents. The package should contain the following items:

■3Com Fast EtherLink Parallel Tasking EISA 10/100BASE-T adapter

■Fast EtherLink Parallel Tasking EISA 10/100BASE-T Network Adapter User Guide

■3C59X EtherDisk diskette

2Verify that you have received all items listed above, and inspect each item for damage.

If you find any omissions or damage, contact your network supplier and the carrier that delivered the package.

Installing the Boot PROM

The boot PROM is optional and can be purchased separately. If you are installing it onto the adapter, follow the instructions that accompanied the boot PROM.

Inserting the Fast EtherLink EISA Adapter

To insert the adapter into the computer, follow these steps:

1Unplug the computer and disconnect all cables that are connected to the main system unit.