D-Link DGE-528T manual Features

The working relationship between a DGE-528T adapter and main memory working in Bus Master mode is powered by the Bridge/Memory Controller of the PCI bus. This reduces the CPU role in network operations, thus freeing the CPU to service other tasks, with resulting improvement in overall computing (multitasking) performance. At the same time, it produces superior network throughput by reducing latency (waiting for CPU service) during transmissions and receptions.

Features

Wake On LAN

Wake On LAN (WOL) is an ACPI function allowing a powered down (sleeping) computer to be powered ON from a remote station. To use the WOL feature, the NIC must be WOL capable and the motherboard of the PC must be ACPI compliant. While powered-down computers Sleep, WOL enabled NICs monitor LAN traffic for valid Wake-up frames. When one is received, the NIC will immediately wake-up and send a signal to the motherboard to power ON the computer.

Some uses for the WOL feature include:

·Forgot a document and are out of town? Send a Wake-up signal to your computer and retrieve the needed file.

·Initiate long routines and reports before you get to work.

·Transfer files when the network traffic is low (during late hours).

·Power ON your PC before you arrive to work.

·The MIS department can upgrade software on computers after hours from a remote station.

Connecting the WOL Cable

NOTE: If your system’s motherboard WOL Connector does not fit the WOL Cable or does not have 3 pins, do not attempt to force a connection or alter the components to fit. Doing so could permanently damage your computer.

The WOL function is system dependent, in addition to the following instructions, you may need to download WOL software from INTEL or another manufacturer’s website.

Please consult your computer’s manual for specific BIOS settings.

The WOL Cable is an interconnect cable with standard 3-pin connectors on each end. Please follow the procedures listed below to ensure proper installation of the WOL cable.

1.Connect either end connector of the WOL Cable to the NIC WOL Connector. Both ends of the WOL Cable are identical, so either end may be used.

Examine the PC motherboard and/or refer to the manual for the motherboard to locate the corre- sponding WOL Connector on the motherboard. The actual location is system dependent, but the motherboard may have a label beside the WOL Connector. After you have located the WOL connector on the motherboard, connect the cable.

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