■Energy Star® support

Features Not Currently Supported

The following features are not currently supported for the Sun GigaSwift Ethernet driver software in the Solaris 9 x86 Operating System.

■Dynamic reconfiguration (DR) and redundancy/failover support

■Diskless client

■Installing the Solaris Operating System over this adapter

■Using this adapter as the primary boot device

■Setting the local-mac-address?variable

■Jumbo-frame mode

■Sun Trunking

■User-executable self-test using OpenBoot PROM

■SunVTS™ diagnostic tool

Using the Installation Script

The Sun GigaSwift Ethernet CD provides automated installation for the GigaSwift Ethernet driver software. In most cases, you can use the following procedure and execute the installation script. If you have any problems, see Appendix A for manual installation procedures.

When you have executed the script, select the interface card that is installed on your system. For this product, select the “Sun GigaSwift Ethernet Adapter.”

The script first checks to ensure that the software driver package has already been installed. If the package is installed, the script verifies the patch level and updates the driver with the updated patch if necessary. If the packages are not installed on Solaris 8 or 9 software, the installation script installs the latest prepatched packages. If the system does not require updating because the patch level is at or beyond the current install version, the script exits with an appropriate message.

▼To Install the Software Using the Installation Script

1.At the system console, become superuser (root).

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GigaSwift Ethernet Adapter specifications

The Sun Microsystems GigaSwift Ethernet Adapter is a high-performance network interface card that was designed to provide advanced connectivity solutions for enterprise environments. Launched in the early 2000s, this adapter caters to the increasing demands for speed and efficiency in networking, especially amidst the rise of data-intensive applications.

One of the standout features of the GigaSwift Ethernet Adapter is its capability to support gigabit Ethernet technology, delivering data transfer rates of up to 1 Gbps. This allows organizations to boost their network throughput significantly, ensuring that bandwidth-intensive applications, such as video conferencing, online collaboration, and large file transfers, can be handled without significant lag or disruption.

The adapter utilizes a PCI-X interface, which enhances its performance compared to traditional PCI interfaces. This allows for higher bandwidth operations, making the GigaSwift suitable for servers and workstations that require robust connectivity. It is backward compatible with earlier Ethernet standards, which means it can seamlessly communicate with existing network infrastructures, preserving investments in legacy technologies.

Another critical characteristic of the GigaSwift Ethernet Adapter is its support for various networking protocols. It is designed to operate in diverse networking environments, supporting both full-duplex and half-duplex modes, which maximizes its efficiency in data transmission. This flexibility makes it an ideal choice for heterogeneous networks where different devices and standards coexist.

Furthermore, the adapter features advanced error detection and correction technologies, ensuring reliable transmission of data over the network. With features such as flow control and jumbo frame support, it enhances the efficiency and performance of large-scale data transfers.

The GigaSwift also comes equipped with diagnostic and management utilities, allowing network administrators to monitor the network performance effectively. This is crucial for identifying bottlenecks and optimizing network configurations to ensure peak operational efficiency.

Overall, the Sun Microsystems GigaSwift Ethernet Adapter is an essential tool for businesses looking to upgrade their networking infrastructure. Its combination of speed, versatility, and reliability allows enterprises to adopt next-generation networking solutions while maintaining compatibility with existing systems, ultimately contributing to a more robust and efficient IT environment.
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