IBM 4-Port 10/100 Base-TX Ethernet PCI Installation And Using Manual

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4-Port 10/100 Base-TX Ethernet PCI Adapter
Installation and Using Guide
SA23-2567-02

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  • Page 1 4-Port 10/100 Base-TX Ethernet PCI Adapter Installation and Using Guide SA23-2567-02...
  • Page 2 A reader’s comment form is provided at the back of this publication. If the form has been removed, address comments to Publications Department, Internal Zip 9561, 11400 Burnet Road, Austin, Texas 78758-3493. To send comments electronically, use this commercial internet address: aix6kpub@austin.ibm.com. Any information that you supply may be used without incurring any obligation to you.
  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Installing Device Drivers on the SP Nodes . . 11 Chapter 5. Updating System Firmware . . 13 Chapter 6. Installing the 4-Port 10/100 Base-TX Ethernet PCI Adapter . . 15 Installing the Adapter . . 15 Verifying the Installation .
  • Page 4 Appendix B. Notices . 25 4-Port 10/100 Base-TX Ethernet PCI Adapter: Installation and Using Guide...
  • Page 5: Safety Information

    Safety Information DANGER An electrical outlet that is not correctly wired could place hazardous voltage on metal parts of the system or the devices that attach to the system. It is the responsibility of the customer to ensure that the outlet is correctly wired and grounded to prevent an electrical shock.
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  • Page 7: Handling Static Sensitive Devices

    Handling Static Sensitive Devices Attention: Static electricity can damage this device and your system unit. To avoid damage, keep this device in its anti-static protective bag until you are ready to install it. To reduce the possibility of electrostatic discharge, follow the precautions listed below: v Limit your movement.
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  • Page 9: About This Book

    About This Book This book provides information about installing the 4-Port 10/100 Base-TX Ethernet PCI Adapter and device driver support software, as well as how to attach the adapter to a network. Use this book in conjunction with your specific system unit and operating system documentation.
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  • Page 11: Chapter 1. Overview

    Chapter 1. Overview The 4-Port 10/100 Base-TX Ethernet PCI Adapter is a 32/64-bit high performance expansion adapter card for systems adhering to the Peripheral Component Interconnect (PCI) and IEEE 802.3 standards. The adapter connects the system to an Ethernet LAN at either 10Mbps or 100Mbps data rate.
  • Page 12: Software Requirements

    Software Requirements The 4-Port 10/100 Base-TX Ethernet PCI Adapter is supported on AIX Versions 4.3.3 or later. The device driver package (devices.pci.23100020) must be at VMRF/PTF level 4.3.3.10 or later. Before you install the adapter, ensure that your operating system supports it.
  • Page 13: Chapter 2. Preparing For Installation

    Chapter 2. Preparing for Installation This chapter helps you prepare to install the 4-Port 10/100 Base-TX Ethernet PCI Adapter. Note: If you are installing a version of AIX later than 4.3.3 at this time, install the 4-Port 10/100 Base-TX Ethernet PCI Adapter before you install the operating system (see “Chapter 6.
  • Page 14 A flat-blade screwdriver v A registration card Note: Be sure to retain your proof of purchase as it might be required to receive warranty service. 4-Port 10/100 Base-TX Ethernet PCI Adapter: Installation and Using Guide...
  • Page 15: Chapter 3. Installing The Device Driver Software

    It is also available on separate media. If you are installing the 4-Port 10/100 Base-TX Ethernet PCI Adapter on a system with a version of AIX later than 4.3.3, the device driver is already installed and you can continue with “Chapter 5.
  • Page 16 11. Remove the installation media from the drive. 12. Press F10 to exit SMIT. 13. Go to “Chapter 5. Updating System Firmware” on page 13. to update your system firmware. 4-Port 10/100 Base-TX Ethernet PCI Adapter: Installation and Using Guide...
  • Page 17: Chapter 4. Installing The Device Driver On The Rs/6000 Sp System

    Chapter 4. Installing the Device Driver on the RS/6000 SP System For an SP system, the installation tasks must be performed on each node. You must make the installation files available and then install them on all the relevant nodes. This chapter discusses the following tasks to enable you to install the device driver on the RS/6000 SP System: v Checking System Prerequisites...
  • Page 18 Contact the system administrator for assistance. __ 7. Record the name that appears below lppsource_name for each node on which the adapters are being installed. You will use this information later. 4-Port 10/100 Base-TX Ethernet PCI Adapter: Installation and Using Guide...
  • Page 19 __ 8. Verify that the device driver is installed in the lppsource directory by typing the following at the system prompt: cd spdata/sys1/install/<lppsource_name>/lppsource <lppsource_name> was recorded in the previous step. Once you are in this directory, verify that the fileset is in the lppsource directory by typing the following at the prompt: ls devices.pci.23100020* If the device driver is not in the lppsource directory, proceed to section...
  • Page 20: Installing Software On The Control Workstation

    __ 5. Update the SPOT (Shared Product Object Tree) by doing the following: a. Type the following at the system prompt: smitty nim_res_op The Resource Name screen displays with the following highlighted: boot resources boot 4-Port 10/100 Base-TX Ethernet PCI Adapter: Installation and Using Guide...
  • Page 21: Installing Device Drivers On The Sp Nodes

    b. Move the cursor down until the SPOT resource is highlighted. The SPOT resource should look similar to: spot_AIX421 resources spot The format of the spot name is: spot_<lppsource_name>. <lppsource_name> was the name that you recorded in a previous step. c.
  • Page 22 "installp -acqXd /mnt device driver 2>&1" | more device driver is defined in the previous step. After the device driver is installed on the node, contact your service provider to have the adapter installed. 4-Port 10/100 Base-TX Ethernet PCI Adapter: Installation and Using Guide...
  • Page 23: Chapter 5. Updating System Firmware

    Firmware Update diskette, do not apply the update, and continue with “Chapter 6. Installing the 4-Port 10/100 Base-TX Ethernet PCI Adapter” on page 15. If you need to update the firmware installed on your system, use the instructions in your system documentation and return to “Chapter 6.
  • Page 24 4-Port 10/100 Base-TX Ethernet PCI Adapter: Installation and Using Guide...
  • Page 25: Chapter 6. Installing The 4-Port 10/100 Base-Tx Ethernet Pci Adapter

    Chapter 6. Installing the 4-Port 10/100 Base-TX Ethernet PCI Adapter After you install the device driver and system firmware, you can install the 4-Port 10/100 Base-TX Ethernet PCI Adapter. This chapter explains how to install the 4-Port 10/100 Base-TX Ethernet PCI Adapter, which involves the following tasks:...
  • Page 26: Verify Aix Software Installation

    If the adapter installed does not appear, continue with “Verify AIX Software Installation”. Verify AIX Software Installation To verify that the device driver for the 4-Port 10/100 Base-TX Ethernet PCI Adapter is installed, do the following: 1. If necessary, log in as root user.
  • Page 27: Running Adapter Diagnostics

    If this information displays but you continue to have problems, go to “Chapter 6. Installing the 4-Port 10/100 Base-TX Ethernet PCI Adapter” on page 15. v If no data displays on your screen, the 4-Port 10/100 Base-TX Ethernet PCI Adapter device driver did not install correctly. Return to “Chapter 3. Installing the Device Driver Software”...
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  • Page 29: Chapter 7. Connecting To An Ethernet Network

    Chapter 7. Connecting to an Ethernet Network Refer to your local procedures for information about connecting the 4-Port 10/100 Base-TX Ethernet PCI Adapter to your Ethernet network. Connecting the Network Cables and Adapter Make sure you have the hardware listed in “Verifying Your Hardware Requirements” on page 3 before you begin connecting the adapter.
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  • Page 31: Appendix A. Communications Statements

    Appendix A. Communications Statements The following statement applies to this product. The statement for other products intended for use with this product appears in their accompanying documentation. Federal Communications Commission (FCC) Statement Note: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class A digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules.
  • Page 32: International Electrotechnical Commission (Iec) Statement

    Interference by Information Technology Equipment (VCCI). If this equipment is used in a domestic environment, radio disturbance may arise. When such trouble occurs, the user may be required to take corrective actions. 4-Port 10/100 Base-TX Ethernet PCI Adapter: Installation and Using Guide...
  • Page 33: Electromagnetic Interference (Emi) Statement - Taiwan

    Dieses Gerät ist berechtigt in Übereinstimmung mit Dem deutschen EMVG vom 9.Nov.92 das EG–Konformitätszeichen zu führen. Der Aussteller der Konformitätserklärung ist die IBM Germany. Dieses Gerät erfüllt die Bedingungen der EN 55022 Klasse A. Für diese von Geräten gilt folgende Bestimmung nach dem EMVG: Geräte dürfen an Orten, für die sie nicht ausreichend entstört sind, nur mit besonderer...
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  • Page 35 Appendix B. Notices This information was developed for products and services offered in the U.S.A. The manufacturer may not offer the products, services, or features discussed in this document in other countries. Consult the manufacturer’s representative for information on the products and services currently available in your area. Any reference to the manufacturer’s product, program, or service is not intended to state or imply that only that product, program, or service may be used.
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