3Com 10/100BASE-T4 PCI manual Settings

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CONFIGURING SOFTWARE

 

 

SETTINGS

The Fast EtherLink 10/100BASE-T4 PCI adapter is automatically configured by the PCI’s computer’s BIOS with the following basic configuration parameters:

I/O Port Address

Interrupt Request Level (IRQ)

This is done automatically when the computer with the installed Fast EtherLink PCI adapter is turned on for the first time after installation of the adapter. Other required parameters are preset on the adapter so that it will function without further action.

Additional default settings can be changed in the following situations:

You have a boot PROM.

You want to manually select the network speed for the adapter.

You want to optimize driver performance for Windows.

You want to enable the Full Duplex option for 10 Mbps operation.

The Full Duplex setting can only be utilized in a 10 Mbps network with a hub or a switch that supports it.

Table B-1 lists each software option and the options’ default setting and available settings. Refer to the on-line help (press [F1] when the option is highlighted) for more information about each setting.

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Contents User Guide Fast Etherlink Parallel TaskingNetwork Adapter Adapters3Com Corporation 5400 Bayfront Plaza Santa Clara, California Lifetime Warranty Asia Contents Configuring Software Settings Cispr B Compliance Figures Tables Introduction How to Use This GuideAbout this Guide Conventions Print Autolink.logAdapter automatically senses and switches to either Introduction10/100BASE-T4 PCI Adapter Adapter Features PCI Technology 3C59X EtherDisk diskette version 5.1 or above Installing the AdapterInspecting the Adapter Installing the Boot Prom Installing the AdapterConnecting to the Network PCI Computer with PCI and Eisa SlotsRJ-45 connector Connecting to the Network Drivers Summary of Driver Loading ProceduresLoading the Network Using the EtherDisk Diskette Accessing DOSUsing Windows Name of the installed 3Com adapter appears, as follows Confirming Adapter Installation for WindowsSystem Properties box appears, detailing your system setup This confirms the adapter’s installationAutoLink Requirements Using NetWare ODIOne Adapter in a Client Alternatively, at the prompt, type AutoLink InstallationAt the prompt, type ESC=Cancel Read the screen and press EnterMultiple Adapters in a Client FEA0 Select Configuration and Diagnostic Program and press Enter Main menu appearsLoading Ndis Drivers One or More Adapters in a ServerFollow the instructions displayed in the subsequent screens Updating Ndis DriversAuto Select Media Type Transcend PC Link SmartAgent Driver Agents Desktop Management InterfacePerforming Troubleshooting Diagnostic Tests Troubleshooting with the Diagnostic TestsTypes of Tests After performing the diagnostic tests, reboot your computerBefore Running the Tests Fast EtherLink 10/100BASE-T4 PCI adapterStarting the Diagnostic Program Running the Group 1 TestsRunning the Group 3 Test Setting Up an Echo Server 3C59XCFG Getting Help If a Test Fails To print the file, type To change the test parameters, follow these steps Changing the Test SetupMiscellaneous Checks LEDs LEDCabling Pin assignments for the RJ-45 connectorWhen properly connected to a 10BASE-T network, Adapter Cabling RequirementsTwisted-Pair Cable 10BASE-T Operation 10BASE-T Specifications100BASE-TX designates the Ieee 802.3 specification for 100BASE-T Standard100BASE-TX Operation 100BASE-T4 Operation 100BASE-FX OperationRJ-45 Connector Pin Assignments Figure A-1 shows the RJ-45 connector pin assignmentsSettings Type at the prompt Changing Software SettingsTo change the software option settings, follow these steps Select Adapter Installed Adapters Continue this procedure with any of the other options Press Tab to highlight OK. Press Enter\CONFIG\3C595.SET Specifications Adapter SpecificationsTechnical Support On-line Technical Services3Com Bulletin Board Service To use 3ComForum Log on to CompuServe World Wide Web Site3ComForum on CompuServe Press Return to see the 3ComForum main menuLocal numbers are available within the following countries 3ComFacts Automated Fax ServiceSupport from Your Network Supplier To obtain an RMA number, call or fax Returning Products for RepairDetails about recent configuration changes, if applicable Glossary 100BASE-TAuto Select Media Type BusEIA/TIA EMM386MAC STP Index NumericsDOS Ndis Network Driver Optimization option setting B-2 Windows 3.X 3-3 Windows Limited Warranty 3Com Corporation Bayfront Plaza Interference Handbook CE Notice