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- Page 1 HP-PB 100Base-T Network Adapter Installation and Service HP 3000 MPE/iX Computer Systems Edition 1 B5427-90001 E0897 Printed in: U.S.A. August 1997...
- Page 2 Notice The information contained in this document is subject to change without notice. Hewlett-Packard makes no warranty of any kind with regard to this material, including, but not limited to, the implied warranties of merchantability or fitness for a particular purpose. Hewlett-Packard shall not be liable for errors contained herein or for direct, indirect, special, incidental or consequential damages in connection with the furnishing or use of this material.
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Page 3: Table Of Contents
Contents HP-PB 100Base-T Network Adapter Installation at a Glance Installation Overview ........10 Product Description . - Page 4 Contents Removal/Replacement Instructions......27 Removal/Replacement of the Adapter ......28 Reshipment Guidelines .
- Page 5 Figures Figure 1-1 . Address Location ........15 Figure 1-2 .
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- Page 7 Tables Table 1-1. LED Patterns ........22 Table 2-1.
- Page 8 Tables...
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Page 9: Hp-Pb 100Base-T Network Adapter Installation At A Glance
HP-PB 100Base-T Network Adapter Installation at a Glance The following figure shows how to install the HP-PB 100Base-T Network Adapter. -
Page 10: Installation Overview
5. Configure the adapter. 6. Verify operation. Product Description The HP-PB 100Base-T Network Adapter provides the hardware needed to interface an HP-PB backplane to a 100Base-T Network. The HP-PB 100Base-T Network Adapter has the following features: • one built-in RJ-45 connector, for attachment to the hub •... -
Page 11: In This Book
NOTE This manual is limited to installation of the HP-PB 100Base-T Network Adapter only. It is assumed network hubs and cabling are in place and the appropriate HP-PB 100Base-T network software and operating... -
Page 13: Installation Procedure
Installation Procedure This section contains installation instructions for the HP-PB 100Base-T Network Adapter. The instructions are organized into six primary steps listed below. Each step is described in detail in this section. If the adapter has already been installed at the factory, you may proceed directly to step 4. -
Page 14: Prepare To Install The Adapter
Installation Procedure 1. Prepare to Install the Adapter 1. Prepare to Install the Adapter Before installing the adapter, you should perform the following steps: 1. Observe antistatic precautions. 2. Verify product contents. 3. Record adapter identification information. 4. Gather tools and accessories. Observe Antistatic Precautions This product contains electronic components that can easily be damaged by small amounts of static electricity. -
Page 15: Record Adapter Information
Installation Procedure 1. Prepare to Install the Adapter Record Adapter Information Record the relevant information from the card here for future reference. If your adapter requires service in the future this information will be needed by HP service personnel. Card Information to Record Example Information... -
Page 16: Gather Tools And Accessories
Installation Procedure 1. Prepare to Install the Adapter Gather Tools and Accessories Check the hardware installation manual of your computer model for special tools and accessories required to access the I/O adapter slot(s). The following common tools are helpful: • screwdrivers necessary for opening your computer and installing adapters •... -
Page 17: Shut Down The Operating System And Switch Off The Computer
2. Shut Down the Operating System and Switch Off the Computer 1. Before installing the HP-PB 100Base-T Network Adapter, ensure that the operating system is shut down. Refer to your computer system manuals for proper shutdown procedures to avoid corruption or loss of data. -
Page 18: Install The Adapter
Installation Procedure 3. Install the Adapter 3. Install the Adapter To install the adapter in the host computer, perform the following steps: a. Access the adapter slot(s). b. Select an available adapter slot. c. Insert the adapter into the slot. d. -
Page 19: Switch On The Power To The Computer
Installation Procedure 3. Install the Adapter 2. Insert the adapter into the slot. Be sure the contacts and adapter guides are properly aligned. 3. Fold in the extractor levers. 4. Press the adapter firmly until you feel the connector mate fully. 5. -
Page 20: Attach The Adapter To The Network
Installation Procedure 4. Attach the Adapter to the Network 4. Attach the Adapter to the Network Use the RJ-45 connector for connecting a UTP category 5 cable (not supplied) to a 100Base-T or 10Base-T hub/switch. Refer to Figure 1-3. Figure 1-3 Port Connection Attach the cable to the RJ-45 connector by following these steps: a. -
Page 21: Configure The Adapter Into The System
Installation Procedure 5. Configure the Adapter into the System 5. Configure the Adapter into the System On MPE systems you will need to configure the adapter into the system. In particular you must specify link auto-negotiation, speed, and duplex settings to match those of the network hub/switch port to which you attached the adapter. -
Page 22: Verify Operation
6. Verify Operation 6. Verify Operation Verify proper operation of the HP-PB 100Base-T Network Adapter by checking the LEDs on the card. When the computer is switched on, the Power LED will come on. At this point, the rest of the LEDs are in an uninitialized state, and cannot be used until the driver on the system has been started. -
Page 23: Service Information
Service Information This section provides the following service information: • Field Replaceable Units • Troubleshooting Tools • Removal/Replacement Instructions • Reshipment Guidelines • Technical Specifications... -
Page 24: Field Replaceable Units
There are no FRUs on this adapter. If there should be a problem the entire adapter is replaceable. Exchange Assembly The HP-PB 100Base-T Network Adapter may be replaced under the HP board exchange program. Adapter part numbers are listed below: New Adapter... -
Page 25: Troubleshooting Tools
Service Information Troubleshooting Tools Troubleshooting Tools Troubleshooting tools are used to identify faulty adapters. For this product, the following tools are available: • troubleshooting checklist (see Table 2-1) • VGPBA online diagnostic (has online help) Card LEDs The six LEDs on the back of the card can be used to determine the state of the adapter while the driver on the system is running. - Page 26 Service Information Troubleshooting Tools Table 2-1 Troubleshooting Checklist LED state Possible cause Solution Power LED off No power applied to card Check power to HP-PB bus/system, verify adapter is properly seated in its slot. Blown fuse Replace the adapter Test LED on Driver has detected a fatal Consult console and/or log files for hardware or software condition...
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Page 27: Removal/Replacement Instructions
Service Information Removal/Replacement Instructions Removal/Replacement Instructions This section describes removal and replacement for the HP-PB 100Base-T Network Adapter. WARNING Unless otherwise noted in your system manuals, removal of the network adapter should only be done with power removed from the host computer. Failure to comply may result in an electrical shock hazard, or in damage to the hardware. -
Page 28: Removal/Replacement Of The Adapter
Service Information Removal/Replacement Instructions Removal/Replacement of the Adapter For adapter removal, follow the procedures below: 1. Before removing the card, ensure that the operating system is shut down and power to the host computer is switched off. Consult your computer documentation for proper shutdown procedures to avoid file corruption or loss of data. -
Page 29: Reshipment Guidelines
Service Information Reshipment Guidelines Reshipment Guidelines If any item of the product is to be returned to Hewlett-Packard for any reason, contact your HP Sales and Support Office to coordinate the return. When returning the item, attach a tag that identifies the owner and indicates the reason for shipment. -
Page 30: Technical Specifications
Service Information Technical Specifications Technical Specifications The network adapter technical specifications are provided in Table 2-2. Table 2-2 100Base-T Network Adapter Technical Specifications Specifications Safety • UL 1950, 2nd Edition • CSA 22.2 No 950, 2nd Edition • IEC 950 (1991)/EN 60950 (1992) Communication •... -
Page 31: Declaration Of Conformity
Service Information Declaration of Conformity Declaration of Conformity A declalaration of conformity is shown in Figure 2-1. Figure 2-1 Declaration of Conformity Chapter 2... - Page 32 Service Information Declaration of Conformity Chapter 2...
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Page 33: Glossary
Glossary Numbers auto-negotiation Uses a series of link pulses to encode hardware capability information, such that a 10Base-T The name commonly hub and end node can agree upon used to refer to the older LAN the highest-performing technology which preceeded configuration both are capable of 100Base-T. - Page 34 Glossary layer to 100MBit/s, and defines a new family of 100BBit/s physical layers (layer 1), such as 100Base- Ethernet A LAN that uses the TX, 100Base-T4, or 100Base-FX. CSMA/CD method of access and These are connected through a transmits at 10Mbit/s on a bus or media independent access layer star topology.
- Page 35 Glossary local area network A general- information. In the IEEE 802.3 purpose communications network environment this structure is often that interconnects a variety of referred to as the ‘MAC frame”. devices within a limited Packet is the more commonly used geographical area.
- Page 36 Glossary slot The physical place in the back token ring A network with a ring of the computer where a card plugs topology that uses a token for the in. Each slot has a number. purpose of establishing control. Control of the network is passed star topology A logically star- with the token from one network shaped network layout where all...
- Page 37 Numerics 100Base-T hub grounding wrist strap removal/replacement of adapter 100Base-T hub/switch 10Base-T hub/switch reshipment guidelines retaining screws RFI suppression HP-PB 100Base-T Network RJ-45 connector adapter configurations and Adapter limitations HP-PB backplane adapter part numbers hub/switch adapter slot connector select adapter slot...
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