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