2. Installing the Adapter
This chapter describes how to install the Fast Ethernet PCI adapter in a PCI computer and how to connect the adapter to the network. Before installing the adapter, you need the following:
•A computer system that is compliant with the PCI specifications version 2.0 or later.
•An available PCI bus master slot in the computer
•The adapter driver diskette
•UTP cables - use a UTP Category 5 cable with an
2.1 Installing the Adapter
To install the adapter in your computer, follow these steps:
1.Turn off the power to the computer and disconnect all cables connected to the computer.
2.Remove the computer's cover.
3.Unscrew and remove the slot cover from the PCI bus master slot that you plan to use.
4.Install optional Boot ROM, if you want to use the remote boot ROM function. Refer to Appendix 5 for more information.
5.Insert the adapter into the slot and secure the screw (see Figure
6.Replace the computer cover and reconnect all previously connected cables.
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