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3Com 09-1457-000 User Manual

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Part No. 09-1457-000
October 1998
3Com Megahertz
10 Mbps LAN PC Card

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  • Page 1: User Guide

    Part No. 09-1457-000 October 1998 3Com Megahertz 10 Mbps LAN PC Card User Guide...
  • Page 2 The software described in this documentation is furnished under a license agreement included with the product either as a separate document or on the software distribution diskette in a root directory file named LICENSE.TXT. If you are unable to locate a copy, please contact 3Com and a copy will be provided to you.

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    ONTENTS NSTALLING THE Before You Begin Connecting the 3CCE589ET LAN PC Card Connecting the 3CCE589EC PC Card Connecting the 3CXE589ET PC Card Connecting the 3CXE589EC PC Card Detaching the PC Card Cable and PC Card COMBO Cable NSTALLING THE Before You Install the Network Driver Which Driver Installation Instructions Should You Use? Windows 98 and Windows 95 Windows 98...
  • Page 4 Using DynamicAccess Software Version 1.5 with the Edge Monitor System Setting a dRMON Password PECIFICATIONS ECHNICAL UPPORT Online Technical Services World Wide Web Site 3Com FTP Site 3Com Bulletin Board Service 3ComFacts Automated Fax Service Support from Your Network Supplier Support from 3Com Returning Products for Repair...
  • Page 5 NDEX ORPORATION FCC C LASS TATEMENT FCC D ECLARATION OF NDUSTRY ANADA TATEMENT VIS DE CONFORMITÉ À LA RÉGLEMENTATION ’I NDUSTRIE ANADA IMITED ARRANTY ONFORMITY LASS MMISSION OFTWARE ICENSE OMPLIANCE GREEMENT...
  • Page 7 IGURES 3Com Megahertz 10 Mbps LAN PC Cards Connecting the 3CCE589ET PC Card Connecting the 3CCE589EC PC Card Connecting the 3CXE589ET PC Card Connecting the 3CXE589EC PC Card Network Cable and PC Card COMBO Cable LEDs XJACK LAN PC Card LED...
  • Page 9 ABLES Network Driver Text File Names LED Description Frequently Asked Questions Option Settings PC Cards Specifications...

  • Page 11: Installing The Lan Pc Cards

    NSTALLING THE PC C The 3Com Megahertz 10 Mbps LAN PC Cards (models 3CCE589EC, 3CCE589ET, 3CXE589EC, and 3CXE589ET) connect your notebook to an Ethernet network. The PC Card models are the same except for the connectors. Figure 1 3Com Megahertz 10 Mbps LAN PC Cards These LAN PC Cards automatically operate at 10 Mbps when connected to an Ethernet hub.

  • Page 12: Before You Begin

    3Com Megahertz 10 Mbps LAN PC Card Cable that shipped with your PC Card 3Com Megahertz 10 Mbps LAN PC Card User Guide 2 LAN Installation Disks If any of these items are missing from the LAN PC Card package, contact your PC Card supplier.

  • Page 13: Connecting The 3Cce589Ec Pc Card

    Connecting the 3CCE589EC PC Card 1 Remove PC Cards from your notebook and turn it on. 2 If you are using the RJ-45 connector, connect the PC Card COMBO cable to the 3CCE589EC PC Card. a Connect one RJ-45 connector on the network cable to the PC Card COMBO cable.

  • Page 14: Connecting The 3Cxe589Et Pc Card

    1: I HAPTER NSTALLING THE You may see prompts for driver installation. Go to Chapter 2 to install the network driver that allows you to login to the network. Connecting the 3CXE589ET PC Card 1 Remove all PC Cards from your notebook and turn it on. 2 Insert one RJ-45 connector on the network cable into the 3CXE589ET PC Card XJACK Figure 4 Connecting the 3CXE589ET PC Card...

  • Page 15: Connecting The 3Cxe589Ec Pc Card

    Connecting the 3CXE589EC PC Card 1 Remove all PC Cards from your notebook and turn it on. 2 If you are using the XJACK RJ-45 connector, connect one RJ-45 connector on the network cable to the 3CXE589EC PC Card XJACK connector in Figure 4.

  • Page 16: Detaching The Pc Card Cable And Pc Card Combo Cable

    Detaching the PC Card Cable and PC Card COMBO Cable To detach the PC Card cable and PC Card COMBO cable from the PC Card, squeeze the sides of the connector. The cable detaches from the PC Card easily.

  • Page 17: Installing The Network

    This chapter describes how to install the 3Com network driver for Windows 98, Windows 95,Windows NT, Windows for Workgroups, and DOS. See Table 1 on the last page of this chapter for information about Banyan Vines, Microsoft LAN Manager, IBM LAN...

  • Page 18: Windows 98 And Windows 95

    Windows 98 or 95 system installation files (either on hard disk, floppy diskettes, or CD) to complete the installation. 3Com includes the NDIS 5, NDIS 4, and the NDIS 3 network drivers on LAN Installation Disk 1. The 3Com software automatically detects which Windows version is installed on your notebook and loads the correct driver.
  • Page 19 6 Select Floppy disk drives, insert LAN Installation Disk 1, and click Next. After the hardware wizard finds the installation files on the diskette, it displays 3Com Megahertz LAN PC Card (589E) (Ethernet). 7 Click Next to copy the required files and build a driver information database.

  • Page 20: Windows 95

    LAN PC Card (589E) (Ethernet)”. 4 Click Finish to accept the driver. Windows displays the message: “The file net589a.inf on 3Com Megahertz LAN PC Card Installation Disk could not be found. The default directory was C:Windows\Options\Cabs.” 5 Enter a: and click OK.

  • Page 21: Confirming Installation

    The PC Card name appears confirming successful installation: 3Com Megahertz LAN PC Card (589E) (Ethernet) 6 Double-click 3Com Megahertz LAN PC Card to display a description of LAN PC Card and its current status. The dialog box confirms that the PC Card is working properly.

  • Page 22: Windows 95 Version 4.00.950A

    1 Make sure the PC Card is installed and connected to the network, as described in Chapter 1. The New Hardware Found window appears and states that it has detected the 3Com Megahertz LAN PC Card (589E) (Ethernet). 2 Insert LAN Installation Disk 1.

  • Page 23: Windows Nt 4.0 Installation Without Networking Installed

    6 Insert LAN Installation Disk 1 into the floppy drive and click OK. 7 When the Select OEM Option window opens, select 3Com Megahertz LAN PC Card (Ethernet) and click OK. The Network Adapters list shows the 3Com Megahertz LAN PC Card with a check mark on it.
  • Page 24 If the files in the NT folder are still not found, enter the path to the floppy drive (for example, a:\) and click Continue. 14 In the 3Com Megahertz LAN PC Card dialog box, enter the Network settings for the PC card and click Continue.

  • Page 25: Windows Nt 4.0 Installation With Networking Installed

    floppy drive, and click OK. 5 When the SELECT OEM OPTION window opens, select 3Com Megahertz LAN PC Card (Ethernet), and click OK. 6 Enter the Network settings for the PC Card. Select the appropriate settings for the card. In most cases...

  • Page 26: Windows Nt Version 3.51

    6 Insert LAN Installation Disk 1 into the floppy drive. Enter the name of the drive (for example, A:\) and click OK. 7 Select 3Com Megahertz LAN PC Card from the list and click OK. The LAN PC Card files are copied to your PC.

  • Page 27: Microsoft Windows For Workgroups (Wfw)

    Plug and Play environments, you cannot operate the LAN PC Card with the included 32-bit driver. To ensure support for WFW v3.11, 3Com includes a 16-bit NDIS 2.0 driver. This driver offers full support for WFW, but may affect PC performance. To resolve this deficiency with WFW 3.11, you may want to upgrade your operating system.

  • Page 28: Installing The Network Driver

    8 Insert LAN Installation Disk 2 in the floppy drive. 9 Click OK to accept the default directory. 10 Select 3Com Megahertz LAN PC Card and click OK. 11 In the Network Drivers dialog box click Close. 12 In the Network Setup dialog box click OK.

  • Page 29: Autolink For Windows 3.X, Windows For Workgroups, And Dos

    AutoLink for Windows 3.x, Windows for Workgroups, and DOS AutoLink for Windows 3.x, Windows for Workgroups, and DOS If no other PC Cards are installed, you can use 3Com’s AutoLink NetWare ODI client software (including the driver), and to modify the CONFIG.SYS and AUTOEXEC.BAT files.

  • Page 30: Press Enter

    2: I HAPTER NSTALLING THE 5 Press Enter. An Operating System selection screen appears. 6 Select AutoLink for DOS, Windows 3.x, or WFW 3.11. Several messages appear while the AutoLink program is running. A final message indicates successful installation. If problems occur only when the AutoLink program runs, view or print the AUTOLINK.LOG file (located in the C:\ directory) to see problems listed in the file.

  • Page 31: Supported Network Drivers

    Supported Network Drivers The files in Table 1 are located in the HELP directory on LAN Installation Disk 2. Table 1 Network Driver Text File Names Network Operating System Windows 98 Windows 95 Windows NT (v 4.0/3.51) Windows for Workgroups (NetWare) Windows for Workgroups (NDIS 2 driver)

  • Page 33: Troubleshooting

    This chapter provides the following troubleshooting information: Checking LEDs Accessing the 3Com LAN PC Card help system DOS Diagnostics program Resolving hardware resource conflicts Frequently Asked Questions Troubleshooting tips The 3Com World Wide Web site (http://www.3com.com/) offers the latest drivers, troubleshooting information, and software updates in the Support area.

  • Page 34: Accessing The Lan Pc Card Help System

    3: T HAPTER ROUBLESHOOTING To use the LED for troubleshooting, the LAN PC Card must be connected to the network (see Chapter 1) and the network drivers must be installed (see Chapter 2). For the 3CXE589ET and 3CXE589EC LAN PC Cards, the LED is on the PC Card itself.

  • Page 35: Dos Diagnostics Program

    You can also copy the TCAUM589 file from LAN Installation Disk 1 to your notebook. The 3Com PC Card Release Notes Screen appears that displays tips about installing and using the LAN PC Card. Click >> button at the top of the Release Notes screen...

  • Page 36: Windows Nt 4.0

    (I/O Base Address and Interrupt values) using Windows NT. 1 From the Control Panel double-click Network. 2 Click the Adapter tab. 3 Select 3Com Megahertz LAN PC Card and click Properties. 4 Change the I/O or IRQ value and click Confirm.

  • Page 37: Frequently Asked Questions

    “Generic PCI Ethernet Controller” under Other Devices in the Device Manager? What should I do if a yellow exclamation point appears next to the 3Com Megahertz LAN PC Card name? What is DynamicAccess ® What is Fast IP?
  • Page 38 What is the performance gain when using Fast IP? Answer Client requirements: Notebook running Windows 98, Windows 95, Windows NT (versions 4.0 or 3.51), 3Com Megahertz LAN PC Card, and the TCP/IP stack. Network requirements: Switched path between stations and single broadcast domain.

  • Page 39: Troubleshooting Tips

    If you think you have resource conflicts (I/O base address or interrupts) run the Windows 95 conflict troubleshooter as described earlier in this chapter. If trouble persists contact your MIS department or network manager. For additional troubleshooting information see the 3Com Web site at www.3com.com. Troubleshooting Tips...

  • Page 41: Changing Configuration

    This chapter describes how to display and change configuration settings for the LAN PC Card. Before you change these settings, contact your MIS department. Configuration Settings Table 4-1 lists each configuration option, the default setting, and the available settings. Table 4 Option Settings Option CIS Memory Address I/O Base Address...

  • Page 42: Configuration Setting Descriptions

    4: C HAPTER HANGING ONFIGURATION Configuration Setting Descriptions CIS Memory Address The CIS Memory requires a 256 KB segment of memory for drivers. I/O Base Address The I/O address space is used by the LAN PC Card for communication between the LAN PC Card and the notebook.

  • Page 43: Changing Configuration

    4 Double-click the System icon in the Control Panel. 5 In the System Properties window, click Device Manager. 6 Double-click Network Adapters. 7 Double-click 3Com Megahertz LAN PC Card. 8 Select the Resources tab. 9 Select Input/Output Range or Interrupt Request. 10 Uncheck Automatic Settings.

  • Page 44: Windows Nt 4.0

    Interrupt values using Windows NT. 1 From the Control Panel double-click Network. 2 Click the Adapters tab. 3 Select 3Com Megahertz LAN PC Card (Ethernet) and click Properties. 4 Change the I/O or IRQ value and click OK. DOS Configuration Program To change the configuration on a DOS notebook, see...

  • Page 45: Dynamic Access

    For complete information on how to use DynamicAccess software, see the DynamicAccess software documentation on the DynamicAccess Disk. Be sure to visit the 3Com Web site for additional postings of FAQs for the Edge Monitor System and new DynamicAccess software versions and information at: http://support.3com.com/nav/trans_net_man.htm...

  • Page 46: Using Dynamicaccess Software Version 1.5 With The Edge Monitor System

    5: D HAPTER YNAMIC Using DynamicAccess Software Version 1.5 with the Edge Monitor System The Edge Monitor System operates as described in the Transcend dRMON Edge Monitor System User Guide. Follow the instructions in the Release Notes and the user guide. The new software for the end nodes should be installed according to the instructions included in the file on the disk.

  • Page 47: Setting A Drmon Password

    Edge Monitor while you run the KEYSET.EXE file again from a login script to set the correct password. Be sure to visit the 3Com Web site for additional postings of FAQs for the Edge Monitor System and new DynamicAccess software versions and information at: http://support.3com.com/nav/trans_net_man.htm...

  • Page 49: Specifications

    Table 5 PC Cards Specifications Network Interface 10 Mbps Ethernet 10BASE-T Physical Dimensions Length Width Height Weight Environmental Operating Range Operating temperature Relative humidity Card Information Structure (CIS) and Memory Size Drivers Diagnostics FIFO Network Cable Specifications UTP Cable Requirements: Category 3 LAN and high-speed data cable (10 Mbps) that meets the requirements of EIA/TIA-568 and EIA/TIA TSB-36 Category 4 extended distance LAN cable that meets the requirements of...

  • Page 50: Specifications

    A: S PPENDIX PECIFICATIONS Mean Time Between Failures (hours calculated) 70 ˚C (158 ˚F) mobile environment 25 ˚C (77 ˚F) mobile environment FCC Certification 128, 694.33 hours 342, 367.70 hours Part 15, Class B...

  • Page 51: Technical Support

    3Com FTP Site Download drivers, patches, and software across the Internet from the 3Com public FTP site. This service is available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. ECHNICAL automated fax service...

  • Page 52: 3Com Bulletin Board Service

    U.K. U.S. Access by Digital Modem ISDN users can dial in to the 3Com BBS using a digital modem for fast access up to 56 Kbps. To access the 3Com BBS using ISDN, use the following number: 1 408 654 2703 UPPORT ftp.3com.com...

  • Page 53: 3Comfacts Automated Fax Service

    Call the following number to locate your local 3Com sales office: U.S. 1 800 NET-3Com The 3Com sales office will refer you to the nearest 3Com authorized service partner. If you are unable to contact your network supplier, see the following section on how to contact 3Com.
  • Page 54 B: T PPENDIX ECHNICAL Below is a list of worldwide technical telephone support numbers: Country Asia Pacific Rim Australia China From anywhere in China: From Shanghai: Hong Kong India Indonesia Japan Malaysia New Zealand Pakistan Philippines P.R. of China Singapore S.

  • Page 55: Returning Products For Repair

    Mexico North America Returning Products for Repair Before you send a product directly to 3Com for repair, you must first obtain a Return Materials Authorization (RMA) number. Products sent to 3Com without RMA numbers will be returned to the sender unopened, at the sender’s expense.
  • Page 56 Country Telephone Number Latin America 1 408 326 2927 U.S. and Canada 1 800 876 3266, option 2 Note: RMA forms (except Europe) are available on CardFacts. Dail 408 727-7021. All other locations 408 492-1790 Fax Number 1 408 326 6883 1 408 326 7120 408 326-7120...
  • Page 57 NDEX Numbers 3Com bulletin board service (3Com BBS) 42 3Com URL 41 3ComFacts 43 AutoLink program 19 bulletin board service 42 cabling specifications 39 troubleshooting 29 Card Information Structure (CIS) memory size 39 changing I/O, IRQ or memory range 25, 33 CIS Memory Address 32 configuration...
  • Page 58 39 power requirements 39 release notes 24 returning products for repair 45 software options changing 31 technical support 3Com URL 41 bulletin board service 42 fax service 43 network suppliers 43 product repair 45 troubleshooting 29 URL 41...
  • Page 59 ARDWARE 3Com warrants its hardware products to be free from defects in workmanship and materials, under normal use and service, for the following lengths of time from the date of purchase from 3Com or its Authorized Reseller: Network interface cards...
  • Page 60 IMITATION OF IABILITY TO THE FULL EXTENT ALLOWED BY LAW, 3COM ALSO EXCLUDES FOR ITSELF AND ITS SUPPLIERS ANY LIABILITY, WHETHER BASED IN CONTRACT OR TORT (INCLUDING NEGLIGENCE), FOR INCIDENTAL, CONSEQUENTIAL, INDIRECT, SPECIAL, OR PUNITIVE DAMAGES OF ANY KIND, OR FOR LOSS OF...
  • Page 61 NOTE: In order to maintain compliance with the limits of a Class B digital device, 3Com requires that you use quality interface cables when connecting to this device. Changes or modifications not expressly approved by 3Com could void the user’s authority to operate this equipment. Refer to the manual for specifications on cabling types.
  • Page 62 TRADE SECRETS; TITLE: You acknowledge and agree that the structure, sequence and organization of the Software are the valuable trade secrets of 3Com and its suppliers. You agree to hold such trade secrets in confidence. You further acknowledge and agree that ownership of, and title to, the Software and all subsequent copies thereof regardless of the form or media are held by 3Com and its suppliers.

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