HP Embedded Firewall manual Running the Network Test, Running the NIC Test, Click Perform NIC Test

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Running the Network Test

Running the Network Test

Run the Network Test to check the NIC connectivity to the network. To successfully pass the Network Connectivity test, at least one of the following conditions must be met:

A Windows client running on the same network. This client must have a successfully installed Windows diagnostics program that is currently not running.

A NetWare server running on the same network.

A DHCP server running on the same network.

A DNS server running on the same network with TCP/IP properties configured for the DNS server.

To run the Network test:

1On the Diagnostics screen, click Run Network Test. The Network Connectivity Test screen appears.

2Click Start.

If the test passes, the NIC connection to the network is functioning correctly.

3Click Close.

If the test fails, make sure that the:

NIC is properly connected to the network cable.

Hub or switch to which the NIC is connected is powered on.

Cable complies with the proper length and specifications for your network.

Running the NIC Test

Run the NIC Test to check the physical components, connectors, and circuitry on the NIC.

1On the Diagnostics screen, click Run NIC Test. The NIC Test screen appears.

2Click Perform NIC Test.

While the test is running, a progress bar indicates test progress.

If the test passes, the NIC is functioning correctly.

If the test fails, a message indicates the error type. Click Help in the error message screen to obtain more information.

3Click Close.

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Contents 10/100 Secure Network Interface Card User GuideUnited States Government Legend Contents Installing and Configuring Data Encryption Offloads Configuring the NIC Running NIC Diagnostics Installing and Connecting the NIC Minimum Installation RequirementsInstallation Overview Safety Precautions Preparing the NIC and the ComputerNetwork Environment Cable Required Maximum Cable Length Installing and Connecting the NIC 3CR990B-97 NIC Verifying the Network Driver Installation Installing the Network DriverInstall without Diagnostic Program-installs the driver only Double click Network ConnectionsWindows 2003 Server Driver Installation Windows XP Driver Installation Windows XP Driver Installation Windows 2000 Driver Installation Windows 2000 Driver Installation Click Have Disk Windows NT 4.0 Driver InstallationVerifying the Network Driver Installation Windows 98 SE Driver Installation Windows 98 SE Driver Installation Novell NetWare Driver Installation Installing the Driver in Novell NetWare Server 5.1Installation During Novell OS Installation Identifying the Slot Number Installation with Novell Already InstalledChoose Select a driver Select Save parameters and load driverLoad ODINEB.NLM Verifying or Modifying NIC ParametersRemoving Drivers from Autoexec.ncf Installing the Driver in Novell NetWare Server Page Cd /tmp/3c990/3c990 make Linux 2.4 Driver InstallationLinux 2.4 Driver Installation Overview Offloading Encryption ProcessingSelecting Basic or Strong Encryption Processing Configuring IPSec in Windows 2003, Windows XP, and Windows Creating a Security PolicyEncryption Type Level Description Defining the Console Clear the Activate the default response rule check boxCreating the Policy Select IP Security Policy Management, and then click AddCreating a Filter Binding the FilterCreating the Filter Action Enabling Encryption Binding the Filter ActionDisabling Encryption Select Un-assignInstalling and Configuring Data Encryption Offloads Installing 3Com Advanced Server Features for Windows About the Advanced Server Features3Com DynamicAccess Advanced Server Features Failover Load BalancingVLANs Server Features Using Other NICsVerifying the Installation Installing 3Com Advanced Server SoftwarePlanning the Configuration Configuring Groups and VLANsNumber of VLANs Working With Server FeaturesCreating a Group Windows 2003, Windows XP, and WindowsWindows NT Specifying a Dedicated IP Address Adding NICs to a GroupCreating a Vlan Click ConfigureChanging an IP Address Specifying Traffic PrioritiesDisabling Load Balancing for a Group Saving the ConfigurationChanging the Primary NIC Removing a NIC from a GroupSymptomTip Troubleshooting a Load Balancing ConfigurationDisplaying NIC Properties Displaying Group PropertiesDouble-clickNetwork Adapters Enabling Offloads Value Offload Function EnablesConfiguring Offloads for a Group of Different NICs Default NIC Settings Configuring the NICOption Description Settings DisabledAll Configuring the NICMethod Description Requirements Configuration MethodsInstalling the 3Com NIC Diagnostics Program Changing General NIC Configuration SettingsUsing the 3Com NIC Diagnostics Program Starting the 3Com NIC Diagnostics ProgramUsing the 3Com DOS Configuration Program Enabling or Disabling the Boot ROM Setting Configuring the Managed PC Boot Agent MBABooting From the Network BBS BIOS-Compatible PCsDisabling the 3Com Logo Non-BBS BIOS-Compatible PCsInterpreting the NIC LEDs Troubleshooting the NIC3CR990B-97 NIC State MeaningViewing the NIC LEDs in the Diagnostics Program Troubleshooting Problems with the LEDs3CR990B-FX-97 NIC Accessing the 3Com Knowledgebase Accessing 3Com Support DatabasesAccessing the 3Com NIC Help System Accessing Release Notes and Frequently Asked QuestionsTroubleshooting the NIC Installation Problems or Error MessagesCleaning Up a Failed Installation Tip Description Troubleshooting the Network ConnectionTroubleshooting a Network Connection Troubleshooting Remote Wake-UpRJ-45 Cabling Pinouts Copper NIC Only Troubleshooting HubsRemoving the Network Driver Windows 2003, Windows XP, and WindowsWindows NT Windows 98 SE Removing 3Com DynamicAccess Advanced Server Features From the Start menu, select Settings/Control PanelNetWare Running the 3Com DOS Diagnostics Program Running NIC DiagnosticsTab Description Running the NIC Diagnostics TestsRunning the Network Test Running the NIC TestClick Perform NIC Test Viewing the NIC LEDs in the 3Com Diagnostics Program Using the 3Com Icon in the Windows System TrayViewing Network Statistics Removing the 3Com NIC Diagnostics Program Enabling the IconDisplaying Network Statistics Running NIC Diagnostics Hardware 3CR990B-97 NIC SpecificationsNetwork Interface Standards Conformance3CR990B-FX-97 NIC Specifications Cabling Requirements RJ-45 Connector Pin Assignments About the 3Com DMI Agent Installing the 3Com DMI AgentClick NIC Software Click Install 3Com DMI Agent Now Installing the 3Com DMI AgentSystem Requirements Network 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