2.4 Testing The Adapter
The SETUP program provides an option in its main menu for adapter diagnostics. One or more PCs on the network can run the test simulta- neously. The Test Adapter option runs several tests and the results are indicated by either PASS or FAIL. Make sure that the network cable is attached (and properly terminated if using a BNC connection) to the adapter when using this option. If any test fails, the program notifies you of the error and suggests actions to correct the problem.
Follow the
The following suite of tests are available through the Test Adapter option:
1.Configuration Test: Identifies the host PC
2.I/O Test: Tests configured I/O port
3.ID Test: Verifies the adapter’s node ID
4.RAM Test: Checks
5.Internal Loop back Test: Performs trans- mit/receive tests within the controller
6.External Loop back Test: Performs trans- mit/receive tests on the network link
7.Interrupt Test: Checks Interrupt Line
8.Network Function: Performs network packet transmit/receive tests
2.5Boot ROM Installation (optional)
An empty ROM socket is provided on the adapter to accept an optional Remote Boot ROM (available from your dealer). The Boot ROM al- lows the PC to load the Operating System over the network for diskless applications.
1.Insert the Boot ROM into the socket. Make
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