2. Installation
This section describes how to install the adapter. For connecting to the network, you must have the following:
1.Network adapter card installed to your computer.
2.Cabling (compatible with network topology)
3. Software for the adapter card contains both configuration utilities and drivers
2.1 Unpack and Inspect
Caution:
Under ordinary circumstances, this adapter card will not be affected by static charge as may be received through your body during handling of the unit .In special circumstances where you may carry an extraordinarily high static charge, it had better reduce the charge by touching a ground before handling the adapter card.
Open the shipping gift box and carefully remove all items. In addition to this User’s guide, please check the following items:
One 100M Fast Ethernet PCI Adapter Card One 3.5” Drivers and Utilities diskette This user’s guide
2.2 Install the Adapter
1.Turn off the power to the PC.
2.Remove any metal decorations from your hands and wrists.
3.Remove the cover from your PC.
4.Locate an empty,
<Note>
i.Do not install the Fiber Adapter in a shared PCI slot. Avoid any PCI slot next to an ISA slot because this is often a shared slot and does not support bus mastering.
ii.If you have problems in identifying a suitable slot, check your PC documentation or ask your system administrator for help.
