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Windows 2000 Driver Setup
Installing the Driver Software
Before you begin software installation:
■Make sure that all software installation requirements are met. See “System Requirements” on page 7.
■Install the hardware. For instructions, see “Installing and Connecting the NIC” on page 7.
NOTE: Before beginning this procedure, verify that Windows 2000 has been upgraded to the latest version with the latest service pack applied.
NOTE: Make sure the correct BIOS and firmware are installed to ensure the system works correctly.
Use the following procedure to install the driver for the first time in a system running
Windows 2000.
1Start Windows 2000 and log in. You must have Network Administrator privileges to install the driver software.
The Windows 2000 Found New Hardware wizard detects the new NICs and begins the driver installation.
2Insert the 3Com Installation CD in the
3From the main menu, select NIC Software.
4From the list on the left, click NIC Drivers.
5Click Install NIC Drivers.
6Click Install Win 2000 NIC Drivers.
7The Please Wait screen appears. After the installation is completed, an Update dialog box appears. Click OK.
8The Choose Operating System screen appears. Click Windows 2000.
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