IBM PCM-9575, 100/10 user manual Ethernet configuration, Watchdog timer configuration, Network boot

Models: 100/10 PCM-9575

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2.21 Ethernet configuration

2.21 Ethernet configuration

The PCM-9575 is equipped with a high performance 32-bit PCI-bus Ethernet interface which is fully compliant with IEEE 802.3U 10/ 100Mbps CSMA/CD standards. It is supported by all major network operating systems.

The medium type can be configured via the RSET8139.EXE program included on the utility disk. (See Chapter 3 for detailed information.)

2.21.1 100Base-T connector (CN12)

10/100Base-T connects to the PCM-9575 via an adapter cable to a 10-pin polarized header (CN12).

2.21.2 Network boot

The Network Boot feature can be utilized by incorporating the Boot ROM image files for the appropriate network operating system. The Boot ROM BIOS files are included in the system BIOS, which is on the utility CD disc.

2.21.3 LAN controller power select (JP2)

Table 2.5: LAN controller power select (JP2)

3.3 V*

Standby 3.3V

 

 

* default setting

Note: PCM-9575 supports Wake-on-LAN. For Wake-on LAN, J6 has to be set to the Standby 3.3 V position

2.22 Watchdog timer configuration

An on-board watchdog timer reduces the chance of disruptions which EMP (electro-magnetic pulse) interference can cause. This is an invalu- able protective device for standalone or unmanned applications. Setup

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