Contents

Introduction..............................................................................................

1

Connect the Network Cable....................................................................

2

Configure the Controller and Install Drivers..........................................

3

Windows 95......................................................................................

3

Windows NT Server or Workstation...............................................

5

DOS and Windows 3.1 Setup for Novell NetWare Clients............

8

NetWare Server, Client 32, UNIX, OS/2, Banyan, and Other

 

Operating Systems .........................................................................

10

Installing Multiple Adapters .................................................................

11

Select Duplex Mode (Optional)............................................................

12

Choose Ethernet Controller Teaming Options.....................................

15

Setting Up Adapter Fault Tolerance Only.....................................

15

Setting Up Adaptive Load Balancing............................................

18

Setting -Up Fast EtherChannel ......................................................

21

Troubleshooting and FAQs...................................................................

24

If the OnBoard Ethernet Controller Can’t Connect to the Network..

24

 

Testing the Controller (Diagnostics) .............................................

25

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)............................................

26

Technical Information...........................................................................

28

PCI Installation Tips.......................................................................

28

“Push” Installation for Windows 95..............................................

29

Fast Ethernet Wiring ......................................................................

29

Fast Ethernet Hubs and Switches ..................................................

29

Network Software License Agreement ................................................

31

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