IBM Gigabit Ethernet-SX PCI Adapter Installation And User Manual

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Gigabit Ethernet-SX PCI Adapter
Installation and User's Guide
SA23-2561-01

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  • Page 1 Gigabit Ethernet-SX PCI Adapter Installation and User’s Guide SA23-2561-01...
  • Page 2 © International Business Machines Corporation 1998, 2002. All rights reserved. Note to U.S. Government Users – Documentation related to restricted rights – Use, duplication, or disclosure is subject to the restrictions set forth in the GSA ADP Schedule Contract with IBM Corp.
  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Contents Safety Information. Handling the Gigabit Ethernet-SX PCI Adapter . . vii Electrostatic Discharge Protection. . vii About This Book . . ix ISO 9000 . . ix References to AIX Operating System . . ix Related Publications . . ix Trademarks and Acknowledgments .
  • Page 4 Installation and User’s 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 The Gigabit Ethernet-Sx Pci Adapter

    Handling the Gigabit Ethernet-SX PCI Adapter Attention: Static electricity can damage your equipment. Leave the Gigabit Ethernet-SX PCI Adapter in its static-protective bag until you are ready to install it in your system unit. Electrostatic Discharge Protection Take the following precautions whenever you handle the Gigabit Ethernet-SX PCI Adapter or other static-sensitive devices: v If you have an anti-static wrist strap, use it while handling the adapter.
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  • Page 9: About This Book

    About This Book This book provides information about the Gigabit Ethernet-SX PCI Adapter, how to install and configure the adapter, and how to attach the adapter to a network. Use this book together with your specific system unit and operating system documentation.
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  • Page 11: Chapter 1. Overview

    The Gigabit Ethernet-SX PCI Adapter is a 32/64-bit high performance expansion adapter card for systems adhering to the Peripheral Component Interconnect (PCI) and IEEE 802.3z standards.
  • Page 12 Attention: The fiber adapters are designed with specifications for the cable to be a dual cable connector, transmit and receive cable ends clamped together. If a customer uses separate transmit and receive fiber cables, it is strongly recommended that the cables be clamped together to enhance the retention strength on the fiber transceiver connector.
  • Page 13: Chapter 2. Preparing To Install The Adapter

    50 µ.m MMF Verifying Your Software Requirements The Gigabit Ethernet-SX PCI Adapter is supported on some AIX 4.2.1 and all AIX 4.3.2 operating systems. Please ensure that your operating system supports this adapter before you install it. Contact your support representative for assistance.
  • Page 14: Gathering Tools And Documentation

    v A registration card Contact the place of purchase if an item is missing or damaged. Note: Be sure to retain your proof of purchase as it might be required to receive warranty service. Gathering Tools and Documentation To install the adapter, you need the following items: v A flat-blade screwdriver v Your system unit documentation, including any service documentation v Your operating system documentation...
  • Page 15: Chapter 3. Installing The Device Driver

    Chapter 3. Installing the Device Driver This chapter provides instructions for installing the device driver for the Gigabit Ethernet-SX PCI Adapter on an AIX system. The device driver is provided for an AIX operating system. If your installed AIX operating system (4.2.1 and 4.3.2) supports the Gigabit Ethernet-SX PCI Adapter, the device driver is already installed and you can install the adapter.
  • Page 16 14. Press F10 to exit SMIT. 15. 15. To shut down your system, type: shutdown -F then press Enter. 16. Go to Chapter 4, “Installing the Adapter” on page 7. Installation and User’s Guide...
  • Page 17: Chapter 4. Installing The Adapter

    Chapter 4. Installing the Adapter After you install the device driver, you can install the Gigabit Ethernet-SX PCI Adapter. This chapter takes you through the steps of installing your Gigabit Ethernet-SX PCI Adapter which involves the following tasks: v Installing the adapter in your system unit...
  • Page 18: Running Adapter Diagnostics

    Running Adapter Diagnostics Diagnostics are provided with the device driver software. If you must run diagnostics, refer to your system unit documentation for instructions. Installation and User’s Guide...
  • Page 19: Chapter 5. Connecting To An Ethernet Network

    Chapter 5. Connecting to an Ethernet Network Refer to your local procedures for information about connecting the Gigabit Ethernet-SX PCI Adapter to your Ethernet network. Attention: The fiber adapters are designed with specifications for the cable to be a dual cable connector, transmit and receive cable ends clamped together.
  • Page 20: Understanding The Adapter Leds

    Understanding the Adapter LEDs The LEDs on the Gigabit Ethernet-SX PCI Adapter provide information about the card’s operation status. The LEDs are visible through the card’s mounting bracket and, when lit, indicate the following conditions: Light State Description Data(Yellow) Blinking...
  • Page 21: Appendix. Communications Statements

    Appendix. 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 B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules.
  • Page 22: European Union (Eu) Statement

    Responsible Party: v International Business Machines Corporation v New Orchard Road v Armonk, New York 10504 v Telephone: (919) 543-2193 Tested to Comply With FCC Standards FOR HOME OR OFFICE USE European Union (EU) Statement This product is in conformity with the protection requirements of EU Council Directive 89/336/EEC on the approximation of the laws of the Member States relating to electromagnetic compatibility.
  • Page 23: Avis De Conformité Aux Normes Du Ministère Des Communications Du Canada

    Radio Protection for Germany 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 B. Appendix. Communications Statements...
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  • Page 26 Part Number: 00P5094 Printed in U.S.A. December 2002 SA23-2561-01...

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