Preface This manual describes how to install and use the Fiber Ethernet Adapter. This Fiber Adapter allows options of different fiber connections, such as connector types and segment distance. To get the most out of this manual, you should have an understanding of Ethernet networking concepts.
Product Overview Fiber Ethernet Adapter Figure 1: Adapters with SC (left) and ST (right) connectors, featuring two LEDs Package Contents When you unpack the product package, you shall find the items listed below. Please inspect the contents, and report any apparent damage or missing items immediately to our authorized reseller.
Fiber Ethernet Adapter Product Features • Provide a variety of fiber connections: SC, ST, MT-RJ or VF-45 connectors for multi-mode, and SC connector for single-mode • Support 32-bit Bus Master operation • PCI bus clock speed range from 16.75 to 40 MHz •...
Driver Support The Fiber Adapter supports a wide range of drivers for commonly used network operating systems: • NDIS2 (DOS, OS/2, LANtastic, WFW3.1…) • NDIS for Win95, 98, NT 3.51, 4.0, 5.0 WFW3.11 • NetWare ODI driver for DOS, OS/2, and NetWare 3.x, 4.x, 5.0 Server •...
Fiber Ethernet Adapter LEDs LNK Link This LED comes on when a network connection is established successfully. ACT Activity This LED flashes when the port is transmitting or receiving data. LEDs Status Indication A valid network connection established. Steady LNK stands for LINK. Disconnection.
Hardware Installation Installing Fiber Adapter into PCI slot Step 1: Turn off the power to the PC. Step 2: Remove any metal decorations from your hands and wrists. Step 3: Remove the cover from your PC. Step 4: Locate an empty, non-shared bus mastering 32-bit PCI slot and remove the corresponding backplate.
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Fiber Ethernet Adapter Install the Fiber Ad ap ter into the PCI slot a nd sc rew it onto the b ac kp la te Figure 2: Installing Fiber Adapter into 32-bit PCI slot <Note> Always ensure the power is cut off before any installation to avoid electric shock and possible damage to the equipments.
Connecting Remote Wake-Up Cable This is an optional function. Proceed with the installation only when your PC supports this Remote Wake-Up and you wish to make use of this function. Please check your Motherboard User’s Guide for more information. Step 1: Make sure the power to the PC is off.
Fiber Ethernet Adapter Connecting to Your Network This section describes how to connect the Fiber Adapter to a 100 Mbps fiber-based Ethernet network, which contributes to its optimal performance. <Note> You must connect the Fiber Adapter to the network before installing the network driver.
Cabling Requirements For cabling requirements and maximum segment distance when connecting the Fiber Adapter to your network, please refer to the Ordering Information on page 18. T X c onnec tor Insert the othe r end of c a b le into the 'rec eive' (RX) c onnec tor on network hub or switc h Insert the othe r end of c a b le...
Fiber Ethernet Adapter Software Installation Diagnostic Software The program (RSET8139.exe) provided in the software diskette is 1) to set up the Fiber Adapter’s hardware configuration, and 2) for diagnostic purpose. Step 1: Execute the program. This program MUST be run under pure DOS. Press <SPACE>...
About Hardware’s Configuration Step 1: Choose “View Current Configuration” from the Main Menu and press <ENTER> to view the adapter’s current configuration. Step 2: If you want to change the current configuration, choose “Set Up New Configuration” from the Main Menu and press <ENTER> to proceed. Step 3: Choose “Media Type”...
Fiber Ethernet Adapter Run Diagnostics Step 1: Choose “Run Diagnostics” from the Main Menu. Press <ENTER>. Step 2: Select a test or diagnostics, and press <ENTER> to run: --> Run EEPROM Test --> Run Diagnostics On Board --> Run Diagnostics On Network (requires twoTE100PCIFXplus on the same network.
Loading Network Drivers The Fiber Adapter is shipped with one software diskette enclosed. The following drivers are provided in the diskette: • NDIS2 (DOS, OS/2, LANtastic, WFW3.11…) • NDIS for Win95, 98, NT 3.51, 4.0, 5.0, WFW3.11 • NetWare ODI driver for DOS, OS/2, and NetWare 3.x, 4.x, 5.0 Server •...
Fiber Ethernet Adapter Quick List for Supported Network Drivers Network OS Text File Path Windows NT 3.51 \Winnt\Msnt.txt Windows NT 4.0 \Winnt\Msnt.txt Windows 95 NDIS3 OSR2 \W95osr2\Netrts.inf Windows 98 NDIS5 \Win98\Win98.txt Windows for Workgroups 3.1 NDIS2 \Ndis2\Ndis.txt \Ndis2\Wfw.txt Microsoft Network Client 3.0 \Ndis2\Ndis.txt \Ndis2\Msclient.txt LAN Manager 2.0...