Accton Technology EtherCombo-16 Installation Manual

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  • Page 1 Installation Manual Plug and Play ™ MultiPacket Accelerator (MPX ) Adapters...
  • Page 2 Installation Manual Plug and Play MultiPacket ™ Accelerator (MPX ) Adapters...
  • Page 3 Accton Technology Corporation reserves the right to revise this publication and to make changes to any or all parts of this manual at any time, without obligation to notify any person or entity of such revisions or changes.
  • Page 4 Package Contents Carefully open the package and verify the contents against the checklist below: EtherCombo-16, or EtherDuo-16 EtherCombo-16 (Model No. EN1660) or EtherDuo-16 (Model No. EN1666) BNC T-type Connector Driver Diskette Installation Manual EtherPair-16 EtherPair-16 (Model No. EN1661) Driver Diskette...
  • Page 5 Quick Installation Guide ™ Using 1Step for DOS Workstations 1Step is designed to simplify the process of installing ® ® your Accton PnP MPX adapter for NetWare other network operating systems. Here’s how to quickly install and configure your Accton PnP MPX adapter for both NetWare and non-NetWare users.
  • Page 6 Special DOS Commands Description Command Copies 1STEP.EXE and related files to INSTALL your hard disk. This choice is required <Enter> for non-NetWare network operating systems (optional for NetWare). After using INSTALL, 1STEP runs the 1STEP Accton integrated hardware <Enter> configuration and software installation program.
  • Page 7 Installation Dialog Box 2. To exit 1Step, press the "Exit" command button. 3. Press <Enter> to select a setting. ↑ ↓ 4. Use to move the cursor up or down. 5. Press <ESC> to quit. Quick Installation Guide...
  • Page 8 (PnP MPX ) adapters. It provides information on how to install and set up the following adapters: • EtherCombo-16 (EN1660) • EtherPair-16 (EN1661) • EtherDuo-16 (EN1666) Read through the manual before installing the adapter to help avoid common problems such as address and interrupt conflicts.
  • Page 9: Table Of Contents

    Contents Chapter 1 Introduction Hardware Description LED Indicators Link Status Indicator Activity Indicator 1Step for DOS Workstations Chapter 2 Hardware Installation Adapter Installation Boot ROM Installation (Optional) Running Diagnostics RELEASE.TXT File Chapter 3 Using 1Step Getting Started Quick Installation with 1Step MPX Link Hardware Configuration View Current Configuration...
  • Page 10 Appendix B Pin Assignments RJ-45 Connector 15-pin D-type Connector Appendix C Specifications System Configuration Operating Environment Hardware Certification Network Software Drivers I/O Base Address IRQ Channels Memory Addresses Appendix D Regulatory Standards Conformance EMI Certification Appendix E Product Support Services E-1 Product Registration Problem Report Hardware Repair Service...
  • Page 11 Glossary Index List of Figures Figure 1.1 Status LED Indicators for EN1660, EN1661 and EN1666 Adapters Figure C.1 Memory Addresses List of Tables Table 1.1 Features of MPX Ethernet Adapter Series Table 3.1 Adapters and Transceiver Settings Table B.1 RJ-45 Pin Assignments Table B.2 D-Type Connector Pin Assignments...
  • Page 12: Chapter 1 Introduction

    Chapter 1 Introduction Plug and Play is a design philosophy based on a set of open specifications for PC architecture. The ultimate goal of Plug and Play is to design enough intelligence into the PC itself to handle installation and configuration tasks without user intervention.
  • Page 13: Hardware Description

    Standards Conformance, Power Requirement, and LED indicators on the adapter. Table 1.1 lists their differences. Table 1.1 Features of MPX 2 Ethernet Adapter Series EN1660 EN1661 EN1666 Description EtherCombo-16 EtherPair-16 EtherDuo-16 On-board RJ-45, BNC, AUI RJ-45 RJ-45, BNC connectors On-board...
  • Page 14: Led Indicators

    LED Indicators Status LEDs are located on the rear of each adapter. Figure 1.1 Status LED Indicators for EN1660, EN1661 and EN1666 Adapters Link Status Indicator The Link (LNK) LED indicates that a valid 10BASE-T link beat is established. This LED is always lit (green) when the unit is in normal operational mode;...
  • Page 15: 1Step Tm For Dos Workstations

    1Step for DOS Workstations This package includes the menu-driven 1Step Installation Program for configuring each adapter, running diagnostics, and installing software drivers. This version of the program supports NetWare and NDIS driver installation. Refer to the chapter on Using 1Step for more information.
  • Page 16: Hardware Installation

    Chapter 2 Hardware Installation The adapter can be installed in any available 8-bit or 16-bit expansion slot in computers based the ISA bus. However, 16-bit memory access performs best. This chapter lists the steps for installing the adapter in your computer.
  • Page 17 Select an empty computer slot and remove its slot cover bracket. Plug the adapter into the selected expansion slot. Press the adapter firmly into the slot, making sure it is seated properly. Fasten the holding screws to make sure the adapter is properly seated in the expansion slot.
  • Page 18 13. Select Hardware Configuration. If your system supports Plug and Play, use Default Setup to automatically allocate necessary I/O and IRQ resources to the adapter. Otherwise use Manual Setup to specify these parameters. 14. Select from the Main Menu to automatically configure the adapter if your computer supports Plug and Play.
  • Page 19 17. Diagnose the adapter, if necessary. To test the adapter’s components and its installation, select Diagnose the Adapter or Diagnose EEPROM from the Main Menu to run diagnostics. Run diagnostics before loading the software driver. Otherwise, your system may hang. 18.
  • Page 20: Boot Rom Installation (Optional)

    Boot ROM Installation (Optional) A socket for installing an optional boot ROM is provided on-board which allows the adapter to be used for diskless operation. The boot ROM permits the host PC to load the operating system over the network. A boot ROM is available from your Accton dealer.
  • Page 21: Release.txt File

    RELEASE.TXT File The Driver Diskette contains a RELEASE.TXT file in the root directory which provides information about the disk’s contents. Use the DOS TYPE command to check the contents of this file. Hardware Installation...
  • Page 22: Using 1Step

    Chapter 3 ΤΜ Using 1Step 1Step is designed to simplify the PnP MPX adapter’s hardware installation. The current version of 1Step performs driver installation for NetWare. For operating systems other than NetWare, 1Step copies the installation files to your system’s hard drive and displays instructions on how to install the drivers.
  • Page 23: Quick Installation With 1Step

    Quick Installation with 1Step Type the following command at the DOS prompt, then press <Enter > to display the main screen for 1Step: 1STEP Press <Enter> Open the Hardware Configuration menu. If you have more than one PnP MPX adapter installed, identify the one you wish to configure by selecting the corresponding MAC address from the LAN Adapter list box.
  • Page 24: Mpx Link

    MPX Link After you have finished installing the network interface card, you can use this function to automatically log onto the Novell NetWare network. The current I/O Base Address and IRQ setting in the adapter card will be used. To have 1Step copy the appropriate drivers onto your hard disk, create the necessary configuration files, initialize the network drivers, and log onto the nearest NetWare server, follow these steps:...
  • Page 25: Hardware Configuration

    Let 1Step create your startnet.bat file and then net.cfg file if you don’t already have a valid configuration defined for these files. 1Step then loads the network drivers and attaches to the nearest server, which prompts for your password. Hardware Configuration If more than one PnP MPX adapter is installed in your system, the Hardware Configuration module will...
  • Page 26: Default Setup

    If you need to modify the current configuration, return to the Main Menu and select Manual Setup. Note that the PnP MPX Vendor ID and Serial Number make up the PnP MPX Serial Identifier used to distinguish this adapter card from all other cards in the system. Default Setup If your computer complies with Plug and Play standards, the system will automatically allocate...
  • Page 27 Plug and Play Installation Menu Jumperless Installation Menu Medium Type - The transceiver setting depends on the type of adapter you are using. It should agree with the network cabling type (see Table 3.1 on the following page). This program provides 3 choices for selecting media type;...
  • Page 28: Table 3.1 Adapters And Transceiver Settings

    Table 3.1 Adapters and Transceiver Settings Adapter Possible Transceiver Setting EN1660 RJ-45,BNC,AUI EN1661 RJ-45 EN1666 RJ-45,BNC Full-Duplex - If the server you are attached to and all interconnecting devices (e.g., switching hubs) support this mode, then enable full-duplex. Boot ROM - The adapter provides an empty socket for installing an optional 16 KB Boot ROM.
  • Page 29: Diagnose Adapter

    Diagnose Adapter Run diagnostics before the software driver is loaded into the system. Otherwise, your system may hang. To test the adapter’s components and its installation, select Diagnose the Adapter from the Main Menu to run diagnostics. This test monitors the adapter and corresponding cabling system.
  • Page 30: Diagnose Eeprom

    Diagnose EEPROM To test the adapter’s onboard EEPROM, select Diagnose EEPROM from the Main Menu to run Read/Write tests on each register in the EEPROM. Run Diagnostics on Network To thoroughly verify your adapter’s ability to communicate with another device on the network, select Run Diagnostics on Network from the Main Menu.
  • Page 31 Selecting the Network OS - Accton’s PnP MPX Ethernet adapters provide extensive driver support. The version of 1Step that comes with this package supports installation for various drivers, including NetWare, NDIS and ODI. If your network operating system runs under DOS, use 1Step to install the corresponding driver.
  • Page 32 Selecting Frame Type (Novell only) - Select the Frame Type required for your adapter from the choices provided. Selections include Ethernet_802.3, Ethernet_II, Ethernet_802.2 and Ethernet_SNAP. The factory default frame type is Ethernet_802.3 for NetWare 3.x and Ethernet 802.2 for NetWare 4.0. Identifying the Driver’s Directory Location - Enter the directory path in the box labeled Target Directory to indicate the location for the NetWare drivers.
  • Page 33: Appendix A Troubleshooting

    This section provides tips to isolate and solve common problems. If the problems remain unsolved, contact your dealer or Accton Technology Corporation's Technical Support Section. Write a problem description, including what problems occurred, when they occurred, duration of the problems, the product number, serial number, hardware, software and DOS version that you're using.
  • Page 34: Clean Boot

    Refer to the Product Support Services section of this manual for contact information. The following sections offer some helpful suggestions and tips to go about resolving some of the more common problems you may encounter during the installation process. "Clean Boot" Many installation problems are caused by incompatible device drivers and resource conflicts.
  • Page 35 Symptom Adapter failure; unable to log into the network. Possible Causes Bad cable connection. Adapter not properly installed in computer slot. Host PC’s slot defective. Suggestions Check cabling for loose connection or wrong pin assignment if you're using the RJ-45 connection. Check if the adapter is properly seated in the computer’s slot;...
  • Page 36: Appendix B Pin Assignments

    Appendix B Pin Assignments RJ-45 Connector Table B.1 RJ-45 Pin Assignments Pin Number Assignment Pin 1 Output Transmit Data + Pin 2 Output Transmit Data + Pin 3 Input Receive Data + Pin 6 Input Receive Data - Pin 4, 5, 7, 8 Reserved for other use 15-pin D-type Connector Table B.2 D-Type Connector Pin Assignments...
  • Page 37: Appendix C Specifications

    Boot ROM Address : 8 choices, C0000h to DFFFFh on 16 KB boundaries Dimensions : 6.195" x 4" (EN1660) 6.195" x2.48"(N1661& EN1666) Table C.1 Media Supported/Standards Conformance Product Name EtherCombo-16 EtherPair-16 EtherDuo-16 Model No. Model No. EN1661 EN1666 Standards IEEE802.3 10BASE-T 10BASE-T...
  • Page 38: Operating Environment

    Operating Environment Temperature : 0° to 55°C (Std. Operating) Humidity : 10% to 90% (Noncondensing) Environment Tests : ESD (IEC801.2), RS (IEC801.3), EFT/Burst (IEC801.4), Vibration, Shock, Drop Tests Table C.2 Power Requirements AUI External Transceiver Transceiver Transceiver +5V/110mA +5V/420mA +12V/500mA EN1660 (Stand-by), (Stand-by),...
  • Page 39: I/O Base Address

    NDIS 2.0 Drivers IBM LAN Server, IBM LAN Support Program, IBM OS/2 EE V2.0, DEC PATHWORKS, Sun PC-NFS, Banyan VINES, IBM TCP/IP for DOS & OS/2, Wollongong Pathway Access, Microsoft LAN Manager NDIS 3.0 Drivers Microsoft Windows for Workgroups 3.11, Windows NT3.x, Windows 95 Unix Drivers SCO Unix, UnixWare, Solaris Unix...
  • Page 40: Irq Channels

    IRQ Channels List of commonly used IRQ Channels Table C.4 IRQ Channels EGA/VGA EGA/VGA COM2 COM2 COM1 COM1 Hard Disk Parallel Printer Port N.A. Unused N.A. Unused N.A. Mouse for PS/2 N.A. Unused Specifications...
  • Page 41: Memory Addresses

    Memory Addresses List of commonly used Memory Addresses Figure C.1 Memory Addresses Shaded areas represent the addresses of the corresponding device Specifications...
  • Page 42: Appendix D Regulatory Standards Conformance Emi Certification

    Appendix D Regulatory Standards Conformance EMI Certification FCC Class B Certification Accton Technology Corporation Model Number: EN1660R01 FCC ID: HED1660ENR01LCT Model Numbers: EN1661R01, EN1666R01 FCC ID: HED1666ENR01LCT This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following conditions: 1.
  • Page 43 • Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from the one which the receiver is connected to. • Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help. You are hereby cautioned that changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void your authority to operate the equipment.
  • Page 44 EN55022 Declaration of Conformance This is to certify that the Accton Ethernet Adapter is shielded against the generation of radio interference in accordance with the application of Council Directive 89/336/EEC, Article 4a. Conformity is declared by the application of EN55022:1987 Class B (CISPR 22:1985/BS 6527:1988). Compliance with the applicable regulations is dependent upon the use of shielded cables.
  • Page 45: Appendix E Product Support Services

    DOS version that you are using. Then contact your dealer or Accton Technology Corporation for assistance. Hardware Repair Service You must get an RMA (Return Materials Authorization) number before returning any hardware for repair.
  • Page 46: Software Update And Upgrade Service

    payment by T/T (Telegram Transfer), and Accton will send you the fixed component after receiving payment. With or without warranty, if the hardware is found to be free of defect, you will only be charged for testing and handling cost. Software Update and Upgrade Service Accton constantly improves its software products by adding...
  • Page 47: Technical Support

    Forward your technical questions by email to support@accton.com.tw • Mail your technical questions to: For all countries except North and South America Accton Technology Corporation Attn: Technical Support No. 1 Creation Road III Science-based Industrial Park Hsinchu 300, Taiwan, R.O.C.
  • Page 48: Limited Lifetime Warranty

    Limited Lifetime Warranty Limited Warranty Accton warrants to the original owner that the product delivered in this package will be free from defects in material and workmanship for the lifetime of the product. This warranty does not cover the product if it is damaged in the process of being installed.
  • Page 49 The product may contain fully tested, recycled parts, warranted as if new. For warranty information: All territories except America: Accton Technology Corporation, International Headquarters No. 1, Creation Rd. III, Science-based Industrial Park, Hsinchu 300, Taiwan, R.O.C. Phone:...
  • Page 50: Accton Offices

    Accton Offices Accton Technology Corporation International Headquarters No. 1 Creation Rd. III, Science-based Industrial Park, Hsinchu 300, Taiwan, R.O.C. Hsinchu: Phone: 886-3-577-0270 Fax: 886-3-577-0267, 886-3-577-5541 BBS: 886-3-577-0654 Taipei: Phone: 886-2-577-1220 to 9 Fax: 886-2-577-0816 Accton USA, 1962 Zanker Road, San Jose, CA 95112, USA...
  • Page 51 Kano Bldg. 7F, 1-25-1 Nishi-Gotanda, Shinagawa-ku, 141 Tokyo, Japan Phone: 81-3-3495-1351 Fax: 81-3-3495-1352 Ordering Information Adapters ì EtherCombo-16 (EN1660) - RJ-45, BNC & AUI ports ì EtherPair-16 (EN1661) -RJ-45 port ì EtherDuo-16 ( EN1666) - RJ-45 & BNC ports Transceivers ì...
  • Page 52 Glossary 10BASE-T IEEE’s specifications for running 10 Mbps Ethernet using twisted-pair cable (100 STP or UTP). The maximum length of cable for a point-to-point connection is 100 meters, and the maximum number of nodes is 1024. 10BASE2 IEEE’s specifications for running 10 Mbps Ethernet using thin coaxial cable (50 RG-58).
  • Page 53 A connector with a half-twist locking shell typically used for thin coaxial cable. Boot ROM Read-only memory chip that allows a workstation to communicate with a file server to read a DOS boot program from the server. Broadcast A “broadcast” refers to the process of sending a message to all stations on a network.
  • Page 54 Frame A group of bits that include data plus control information. Generally refers to a link layer (layer 2) protocol. I/O Address Input/output address; starting address for data input and output. IEEE 802.3 standard Standard for the physical and electrical connections in local area networks developed by the IEEE (Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers).
  • Page 55 NetWare Novell’s network operating system, which provides the ability to transparently share services across dissimilar platforms. Uses the NetWare Core Protocol (NCP), Internetwork Packet Exchange (IPX), and Sequential Packet Exchange (SPX) protocols. RJ-45 Connector Most common terminator for unshielded twisted-pair wiring.
  • Page 56 Index Symbols 15-pin D-type Connector B-1 1Step A-1 Accton Offices E-6 Activity Status Indicator 1-3 Adapter Installation 2-1 BIOS Option A-2 Boot ROM Installation 2-1 , 2-5 Bulletin Board Service E-2 Clean Boot A-2 Collision Status Indicator 1-4 Customer Remedies E-4 Diagnose Adapter 2-5 Diagnose EEPROM 2-5 Diagnostics 2-5...
  • Page 57 Getting Started 3-1 Hardware Certification C-2 Hardware Configuration 2-3 , 3-4 Hardware Description 1-2 Hardware Repair Service E-1 I/O Test 3-8 Interactive Fast Fax E-2 Jumperless mode A-3 LED Indicators 1-3 Limited Lifetime Warranty E-4 Link (LNK) LED 1-3 Link Status Indicator 1-3 Manual Setup 2-3 Memory Management Options 3-11 Menu Bar Commands 3-11...
  • Page 58 Ordering Information E-7 Owner Registration Card E-1 Pin Assignments B-1 Power Requirement 1-2 Problem Report E-1 Product Registration E-1 Product Support Services E-1 RELEASE.TXT 2-6 Return Materials Authorization E-1 Return Process E-4 RJ-45 Connector B-1 RMA E-1 , E-4 Software Update E-2 Specifications C-1 Standards Conformance 1-2 System Configuration C-1...
  • Page 59 EN166xR01 E0996-R01 150010-101...

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