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- Page 1 Intel EtherExpress PRO/100 T4 PCI LAN Adapter Model B Installation Guide...
- Page 2 5200 N.E. Elam Young Parkway Hillsboro, OR 97124-6497 Intel Corporation assumes no responsibility for errors or omissions in this guide. Nor does Intel make any commitment to update the information contained herein. Other product and corporate names may be trademarks of other companies and are used only for explanation and to the owners’...
- Page 3 Where to go for more information Intel Fast Ethernet Networking Solutions Intel offers a complete line of Fast Ethernet products, including adapters, hubs, switches, and management software. For more information, data sheets, white papers, or demos, visit our networking website: http://www.intel.com/comm-net/sns...
- Page 4 Put the Adapter in the Computer Turn off the computer and unplug the power cord. Then remove its cover. Warning: Turn off and unplug power to the computer before removing its cover. Failure to do so could shock you and may damage the adapter or computer.
- Page 5 Connect the Network Cable Connect a single network cable to the PRO/100 T4 PCI adapter as shown below. For 100Base-T4, your network cable must be four-pair, category 3, 4, or 5 grade, twisted-pair wiring. If you plan on running the adapter at 100 Mbps, it must be connected to a 100Base-T4 hub (not a 100Base-TX hub).
- Page 6 DOS prompt, type SETUP If you have more than one Intel PRO series PCI adapter in your computer, an adapter selection menu appears on the screen. Select the adapter you want by noting the Ethernet address. See page 11 for more information on multiple adapters.
- Page 7 Setup displays the adapter’s configuration, then runs a series of diagnos- tic tests that makes sure the adapter and network are functioning properly. If Setup finds a problem, it displays the results and some possible solutions. When Setup finishes the tests, you’ll see the Install Network Drivers screen.
- Page 8 Install network drivers - Windows NT Version 4.0 only After putting the adapter in the computer and starting Windows NT, you need to install the Intel drivers. Have the Windows NT CD-ROM disk available for this procedure. If you are installing Windows NT 4.0 at this time, click the Start...
- Page 9 When the list of adapters appears, scroll to the end of the list and select <Other> Requires disk from manufacturer. Insert the Intel Configuration and Drivers disk in the A: drive and click OK. Drivers and the Intel PROSet utility are installed and PROSet starts.
- Page 10 14 if necessary. • Make sure you’re using the drivers for this adapter. Drivers are located on the Windows NT CD-ROM or on the Intel Drivers and Configuration disk version 2.3 or later. •...
- Page 11 Network Neighboorhood. Install PROSet Software PROSet is an enhanced Intel utility that you can use to easily configure and test your adapter in Windows 95. PROSet also displays the computer resources that were assigned to each PRO adapter installed. To install PROSet: Insert the Intel Configuration and Drivers disk.
- Page 12 Click the Driver tab, then click Change Driver. Select Network Adapters and click OK. Click Have Disk from the window that appears. Insert the Intel Configuration and Drivers Disk and click OK. Follow any prompts for Windows 95 installation disks and restart when prompted.
- Page 13 Ethernet address that is printed on a label on the adapter. Run Setup from the Intel disk to view the Ethernet address and slot number for each installed adapter. For more information, see the README files. NetWare 4.11 server installations use unique slot numbers that are assigned during sever setup.
- Page 14 For more information, see the README file for NetWare servers. Windows NT While running Windows NT: From the Control Panel, double-click the Intel PROSet icon. PROSet examines your system and displays the Adapter Setup window. If you have multiple adapters, click the “Show All Adapters” box and then select the adapter you are configuring (you can identify it by its Ethernet address).
- Page 15 Click Restart Windows NT. Windows 95 While running Windows 95: From the Control Panel, double-click the Intel PROSet icon. PROSet examines your system and displays the Adapter Setup window. If you have multiple adapters, click the adapter you are configuring (you can identify it by its Ethernet address). Each adapter must be configured separately.
- Page 16 Troubleshooting If the adapter can’t connect to the network Make sure the cable is installed properly. The network cable must be securely attached at both RJ-45 connections (adapter and hub). If the cable is attached but the problem persists, try a different cable.
- Page 17 Testing the adapter Test the adapter by running Intel diagnostics. For DOS or Windows 3.1 computers, run Setup on the Intel Drivers and Configuration disk. For Windows NT and Windows 95 run Intel PROSet by double-clicking the Intel PROSet Icon in the Control Panel.
- Page 18 The computer hangs when the drivers are loaded. • Change the PCI BIOS interrupt settings. See the next page for PCI installation tips. • If you are using EMM386, it must be version 4.49 or newer (this version ships with MS-DOS 6.22 or newer). Diagnostics pass, but the connection fails or errors occur.
- Page 19 PCI computers are designed to automatically configure add-in cards each time the computer starts. Your PCI computer sets the I/O address and IRQ level for your Intel network adapter when the computer starts. These values cannot be changed by Intel adapter software. If you experience a problem when the computer starts, additional configuration steps may be required.
- Page 20 LAN. WARRANTY: Intel warrants that it has the right to license you to use the Software. The Software is provided “AS IS.” Intel warrants that the media on which the Software is furnished will be free from defects in material and workmanship for a period of one (1) year from the date of purchase.
- Page 21 Return Material Authorization (RMA) number (see below), along with proof of purchase (if not registered), either to the dealer from whom you purchased it or to Intel with an explanation of any deficiency. If you ship the product, you must assume the risk of damage or loss in transit. You must use the original container (or the equivalent) and pay the shipping charge.
- Page 22 (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation. CAUTION If the device is changed or modified without permission from Intel, the user may void his or her authority to operate the equipment. Canadian compliance (Industry Canada)
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