Contents
Main
Technical Support
Statement of Conditions
Contents
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About This Manual
Conventions, Formats and Scope
How to Use This Manual
How to Print this Manual
Revision History
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Chapter 1 Introduction
About the NETGEAR 10/100/1000 Mbps Gigabit Ethernet Adapter GA311
Key Features and
Whats in the Box?
Hardware Description
Chapter 2 Basic Setup
What You Need Before You Begin
Verifying System Requirements
Preparing to Install Your GA311 Gigabit Ethernet Adapter
Selecting the Network Cable
Installation Order
Basic Installation Instructions
For Windows Vista Users
First, install the GA311 Gigabit Ethernet Adapter
T HEN , INSTALL THE GA311 SOFTWARE.
D:\GA311\setup
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For Windows XP, 2000, Me, and 98SE Users
F IRST , INSTALL THE GA311 SOFTWARE .
D:\GA311\setup
Next, install the GA311 Gigabit Ethernet Adapter
For Windows NT 4.0 Users Installing a GA311
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Moving the GA311 to a Different Slot in Windows Vista, XP, 2000, Me, or 98SE
Moving the GA311 to a Different Slot in Windows NT 4.0
Updating the Driver Software in Windows NT 4.0
Determining the GA311 Connection Status
Viewing the Physical Connection Indicators
Installing the GA311 Smart Wizard Utility
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Chapter 3 Configuration and Troubleshooting
Understanding the Configuration Options
Configuring Optional Adapter Properties
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Basic Troubleshooting Tips
Checking the Port LEDs
Using a Troubleshooting Checklist
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Appendix A Technical Specifications
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Appendix B Manual Driver Installation
Basic Installation Instructions
For Windows Vista and XP Users Installing a GA311
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For Windows 2000 & 98SE/Me Users Installing a GA311
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For Windows NT 4.0 Users Installing a GA311
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Appendix C Related Documents
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Index