3Com 3CR990SVR97 manual Viewing the NIC LEDs in the Diagnostics Program, Running the NIC Test

146CHAPTER 9: RUNNING NIC DIAGNOSTICS

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.

■Make sure that the hub or switch to which the NIC is connected is powered on.

■Make sure that the 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.

Viewing the NIC LEDs in the Diagnostics Program

To view the LEDs in the 3Com NIC Diagnostics program:

1Make sure that the NIC, the network driver, and the 3Com NIC Diagnostics program are installed.

2Open the Windows Start menu.