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3-8CHAPTER 3: INSTALLING THE NETWORK DRIVER

Installing the Network Driver

Follow these steps to install the network driver in a PC running Windows NT version 3.51:

1Install the 3C905B-TX NIC and connect it to the network, as described in Chapter 2.

2Restart the PC and start Windows NT.

3In the Control Panel, double-click Network.

4In the Network Settings window, click Add Adapter.

5In the Add Network Adapter window, select <Other> Requires disk from manufacturer.

6Click Continue.

7Insert EtherDisk Diskette #2 in drive A and click OK.

8In the Select OEM Option box, select 3Com EtherLink XL PCI Adapter (3C905B).

9Click OK.

The Bus Location window appears.

10Click OK.

Windows NT copies the ﬁles from EtherDisk Diskette #2.

If you are prompted for network information, contact your MIS department for the requested information.

11In the Network Settings Change window, click OK. Windows NT completes the installation.

12Click Restart to restart your PC.

If you have problems, see Chapter 4 for troubleshooting information.

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Contents PCI 10/100BASE-TX 3Com Corporation 5400 Bayfront Plaza Santa Clara, California Contents Troubleshooting Specifications Page Figures Tables Lifetime Limited Warranty Asia Japan Australia, New Zealand Sweden, Finland, NorwayDenmark Belgium, Netherlands, Luxembourg United Kingdom, EireFinding Speciﬁc Information in This Guide About this GuideIf you are looking for Turn to Icon Description ConventionsConvention Description Introduction 13C905B-TX NICDynamicAccess Software Industry-Leading PerformanceInstallation and Conﬁguration Remote Wake-up10/100 Mbps Support PC and Server RequirementsHow Do I Install the 3C905B-TX NIC? 3C905B-TX NICInstalling the NIC Secure the NIC with the screw you removed earlier 1Inserting the NICConnecting to the Network 2Connecting the Network Cable to the RJ-45 PortConnecting the Remote Wake-up Cable Reconnect all cables and replace the PC coverInstalling WindowsIf Windows prompts you to reboot, click No Network components should now include Conﬁrming Installation Click OKClick Yes Click the Device Manager tabWindows NT Version Windows NTUpdating the Network Driver Click Update Installing the Network DriverNetwork Settings window, click Close Click CancelClick Continue Run the Install program. Enter ainstall NetWare for Windows 3.1x, Windows for Workgroups, and DOSAutoLink Requirements Running the AutoLink ProgramInstalling the Novell NetWare Server Driver NetWare VersionMultiple NICs Press Enter to continue the server installationAt the A\ prompt, enter nwserver Supported Network Drivers Network Text File Name Network Driver Name Operating SystemTroubleshooting Status LEDs3Com NIC Diagnostics Program Description Flashing Steady OffAccessing the 3C905B-TX Help System Select 3Com NIC Utilities Select 3Com NIC Diagnostics HelpSelect 3Com NIC Utilities Select 3Com NIC Diagnostics Running the NIC Self-TestEeprom Fifo Running the Echo Test On both PCs3Com Support Services 43Com NIC Diagnostics Program Support ScreenGenerating a Problem Report 5Problem Report Main Screen To exit the program, click Cancel Removing the 3C905B-TX NIC Pace and 3NICDIAGS Software Checking the Remote Wake-up FunctionWindows 95 and Windows NT Windows Control Panel, select Add/Remove ProgramsVerify the driver version 3Com DOS Diagnostic ProgramRemove the PC cover and check the Remote Wake-Up connection Crossover Cable Troubleshooting Tips Connect a straight-through cable from the PC to the hubTroubleshooting Hubs with Crossover Cable Frequently Asked Questions Question AnswerAdd/Remove Programs Question Answer What is a Magic Packet? QuestionAnswerAccessing the 3Com World Wide Web Page Conﬁguration Settings Changing ConfigurationOption Default Setting Available Settings Changing Conﬁguration Settings Displaying Conﬁguration SettingsClick NIC Details to display the NIC Details screen Changing Conﬁguration Settings Changing Pace Conﬁguration Selecting Pace ApplicationsChanging Pace Ranges and Protocols Select the protocol that the application usesSetting Fast IP Using the DOS Conﬁguration ProgramPace Advanced Options Specifications SpeciﬁcationsRJ-45 Connector Pin Assignments Figure A-1RJ-45 Connector Pin Assignments3Com Bulletin Board Service Online Technical ServicesWorld Wide Web Site 3ComFacts Automated Fax Service Access by Analog ModemAccess by Digital Modem 408 6543ComForum on CompuServe Online Service Support from Your Network SupplierLog on to your CompuServe account Type Press Return to see the 3ComForum main menuSupport from 3Com Regional Sales Office Telephone Number 3Com GmbH 3Com Iberia3Com Latin America 3Com MediterraneoReturning Products for Repair Country Telephone Number Fax NumberDynamicAccess software GlossaryDRMON Full scatter gatherInﬁnite bursting Network interface card NIC10/100 auto-negotiation NWay Pace technologyIndex NumbersNIC Index Page 3Com Corporation Limited Warranty FCC Class B Statement FCC Declaration of Conformity Page