3Com 10/100BASE-T4 PCI manual Changing Software Settings, Type at the prompt

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APPENDIX B: CONFIGURING SOFTWARE SETTINGS

 

 

 

 

Table B-1 Option Settings

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Option

 

Default Setting

Available Settings

 

 

 

 

Boot PROM

Disabled

Disabled, 8 K, 16 K, 32 K, 64 K

Media Type

10BASE-T

100BASE-T4, 10BASE-T, Auto Select

Network Driver

Normal

Normal, Minimize CPU Utilization,

Optimization*

 

Maximize Network Performance

Full Duplex

Disabled

Enabled (10 Mbps only), Disabled

*This option specifies whether to optimize the network driver for a normal environment, a minimized CPU utilization environment, or a maximized network performance environment. You may choose to use a larger percentage of CPU resources under DOS in order to improve network throughput.

In multitasking environments, choosing the Minimize CPU Utilization option saves the resources of the CPU for other tasks. If no other applications are making major demands on CPU resources, you may choose the Maximize Network Performance option.

Full duplex operation is possible only in 10 Mbps operation when used in an environment where the switch supports it. Do not enable the Full Duplex option unless your switching hub is set for full duplex.

Changing Software Settings

To change the software option settings, follow these steps:

If this computer is an operating server, notify all users of the server to save their work and log out from the network. The Configuration and Diagnostic Program disrupts the normal operation of servers and workstations, so work that is not saved may be lost.

1Make sure the 10/100BASE-T4 PCI adapter has been properly installed in your computer.

2Boot your computer under DOS, version 3.1 or later.

3Place the EtherDisk diskette in a floppy drive on your computer and make that drive the active drive. For example:

A:[Enter]

4Type at the prompt:

Install [Enter]

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Contents Adapters Fast Etherlink Parallel TaskingNetwork Adapter User Guide3Com Corporation 5400 Bayfront Plaza Santa Clara, California Lifetime Warranty Asia Contents Configuring Software Settings Cispr B Compliance Figures Tables How to Use This Guide About this GuideIntroduction Print Autolink.log ConventionsIntroduction Adapter automatically senses and switches to either10/100BASE-T4 PCI Adapter Adapter Features PCI Technology Installing the Adapter Inspecting the Adapter3C59X EtherDisk diskette version 5.1 or above Installing the Adapter Installing the Boot PromPCI Computer with PCI and Eisa Slots Connecting to the NetworkRJ-45 connector Connecting to the Network Summary of Driver Loading Procedures Loading the NetworkDrivers Accessing DOS Using the EtherDisk DisketteUsing Windows This confirms the adapter’s installation Confirming Adapter Installation for WindowsSystem Properties box appears, detailing your system setup Name of the installed 3Com adapter appears, as followsUsing NetWare ODI One Adapter in a ClientAutoLink Requirements AutoLink Installation At the prompt, typeAlternatively, at the prompt, type Read the screen and press Enter ESC=CancelMultiple Adapters in a Client FEA0 Main menu appears Select Configuration and Diagnostic Program and press EnterOne or More Adapters in a Server Loading Ndis DriversUpdating Ndis Drivers Auto Select Media TypeFollow the instructions displayed in the subsequent screens Desktop Management Interface Transcend PC Link SmartAgent Driver AgentsTroubleshooting with the Diagnostic Tests Performing Troubleshooting Diagnostic TestsFast EtherLink 10/100BASE-T4 PCI adapter After performing the diagnostic tests, reboot your computerBefore Running the Tests Types of TestsRunning the Group 1 Tests Starting the Diagnostic ProgramRunning the Group 3 Test Setting Up an Echo Server 3C59XCFG Getting Help If a Test Fails To print the file, type Changing the Test Setup Miscellaneous ChecksTo change the test parameters, follow these steps LED LEDsAdapter Cabling Requirements Pin assignments for the RJ-45 connectorWhen properly connected to a 10BASE-T network, CablingTwisted-Pair Cable 10BASE-T Specifications 10BASE-T Operation100BASE-T Standard 100BASE-TX Operation100BASE-TX designates the Ieee 802.3 specification for 100BASE-FX Operation 100BASE-T4 OperationFigure A-1 shows the RJ-45 connector pin assignments RJ-45 Connector Pin AssignmentsSettings Changing Software Settings To change the software option settings, follow these stepsType at the prompt Select Adapter Installed Adapters Press Tab to highlight OK. Press Enter Continue this procedure with any of the other options\CONFIG\3C595.SET Adapter Specifications SpecificationsOn-line Technical Services 3Com Bulletin Board ServiceTechnical Support Press Return to see the 3ComForum main menu World Wide Web Site3ComForum on CompuServe To use 3ComForum Log on to CompuServe3ComFacts Automated Fax Service Support from Your Network SupplierLocal numbers are available within the following countries Returning Products for Repair Details about recent configuration changes, if applicableTo obtain an RMA number, call or fax 100BASE-T GlossaryBus Auto Select Media TypeEMM386 EIA/TIAMAC STP Numerics IndexDOS Ndis Network Driver Optimization option setting B-2 Windows 3.X 3-3 Windows Limited Warranty 3Com Corporation Bayfront Plaza Interference Handbook CE Notice