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About this Manual
This manual describes and explains how to install the Gigabit Ethernet
82543 PCI mezzanine card (PMC). This network interface card (NIC) is
designed for the PCI bus and operates independently of a host processor.
Audience
This manual is intended for anyone who designs OEM systems, supplies
additional capability to existing compatible systems, or works in a lab
environment for experimental purposes. It is important to note that a basic
knowledge of computers and digital logic is assumed.
It is presumed that users have knowledge and working experience with:
❏Basic concepts and uses of Ethernet networks
❏Peripheral Component Interconnect (PCI) bus
❏PCI Mezzanine Cards (PMCs)
Summary of Changes
This is the second release of the Gigabit Ethernet/82543 PMC Module
Installation and Use guide.
Date Description of Change
June 2001 Initial print.
April 2005 Modified Figure 1-3 on page 1-12.
Updated Table 3-6 on page 3-9.
Included UL details.
Modified Power Requirements on page B-2.
Added EMC Compliance on page B-5.
Editorial changes.