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 Introduction
13C905B-TX NIC
 DynamicAccess Software
Industry-Leading Performance
 Installation and Configuration
Remote Wake-up
10/100 Mbps Support
PC and Server Requirements
 How Do I Install the 3C905B-TX NIC?
3C905B-TX NIC
 Installing the NIC
 Secure the NIC with the screw you removed earlier
1Inserting the NIC
 Connecting to the Network
2Connecting the Network Cable to the RJ-45 Port
 Connecting the Remote Wake-up Cable
Reconnect all cables and replace the PC cover
 Installing
Windows
 If Windows prompts you to reboot, click No
 Network components should now include
 Confirming Installation
Click OK
Click Yes
Click the Device Manager tab
 Updating the Network Driver
Windows NT
Windows NT Version
 Click Update
Installing the Network Driver
 Network Settings window, click Close
Click Cancel
 Click Continue
 Run the Install program. Enter ainstall
NetWare for Windows 3.1x, Windows for Workgroups, and DOS
AutoLink Requirements
Running the AutoLink Program
 Installing the Novell NetWare Server Driver
NetWare Version
 At the A\ prompt, enter nwserver
Press Enter to continue the server installation
Multiple NICs
 Supported Network Drivers
Network Text File Name Network Driver Name Operating System
 Troubleshooting
Status LEDs
 3Com NIC Diagnostics Program
Description Flashing Steady Off
 Accessing the 3C905B-TX Help System
Select 3Com NIC Utilities Select 3Com NIC Diagnostics Help
 Select 3Com NIC Utilities Select 3Com NIC Diagnostics
Running the NIC Self-Test
 Eeprom Fifo
 Running the Echo Test
On both PCs
 3Com Support Services
43Com NIC Diagnostics Program Support Screen
 Generating a Problem Report
 5Problem Report Main Screen
 To exit the program, click Cancel
 Removing the 3C905B-TX NIC Pace and 3NICDIAGS Software
Checking the Remote Wake-up Function
Windows 95 and Windows NT
Windows Control Panel, select Add/Remove Programs
 Remove the PC cover and check the Remote Wake-Up connection
3Com DOS Diagnostic Program
Verify the driver version
 Crossover Cable Troubleshooting Tips
Connect a straight-through cable from the PC to the hub
 Troubleshooting Hubs with Crossover Cable
 Frequently Asked Questions
Question Answer
 Add/Remove Programs
 Question Answer
 What is a Magic Packet?
QuestionAnswer
 Accessing the 3Com World Wide Web
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 Option Default Setting Available Settings
Changing Configuration
Configuration Settings
 Click NIC Details to display the NIC Details screen
Displaying Configuration Settings
Changing Configuration Settings
 Changing Configuration Settings
 Changing Pace Configuration
Selecting Pace Applications
 Changing Pace Ranges and Protocols
Select the protocol that the application uses
 Pace Advanced Options
Using the DOS Configuration Program
Setting Fast IP
 Specifications
Specifications
 RJ-45 Connector Pin Assignments
Figure A-1RJ-45 Connector Pin Assignments
 World Wide Web Site
Online Technical Services
3Com Bulletin Board Service
 3ComFacts Automated Fax Service
Access by Analog Modem
Access by Digital Modem
408 654
 3ComForum on CompuServe Online Service
Support from Your Network Supplier
Log on to your CompuServe account Type
Press Return to see the 3ComForum main menu
 Support from 3Com
 Regional Sales Office Telephone Number 3Com GmbH
3Com Iberia
3Com Latin America
3Com Mediterraneo
 Returning Products for Repair
Country Telephone Number Fax Number
 DynamicAccess software
Glossary
DRMON
Full scatter gather
 Infinite bursting
Network interface card NIC
10/100 auto-negotiation NWay
Pace technology
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