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- Page 1 NC6136 Gigabit Server Adapter User Guide First Edition (April 2001) Part Number 212419-00A Compaq Computer Corporation...
- Page 2 All other product names mentioned herein may be trademarks of their respective companies. Compaq shall not be liable for technical or editorial errors or omissions contained herein. The information in this document is provided “as is” without warranty of any kind and is subject to change without notice.
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Page 3: Table Of Contents
Installing the Adapter in a Server ................2-2 Connecting the Fiber Network Cable ...............2-3 Appendix A Regulatory Compliance Notices European Union Notice ...................A-1 Appendix B Electrostatic Discharge Grounding Methods....................B-1 Appendix C Specifications NC6136 Gigabit Server Adapter Specifications............C-1 Fiber Cable Specifications..................C-2... -
Page 4: About This Guide
About This Guide This user guide can be used for reference when installing the Compaq NC6136 Gigabit Server Adapter. WARNING: To reduce the risk of personal injury from electrical shock and hazardous energy levels, only authorized service technicians should attempt to repair this equipment. Improper repairs could create conditions that are hazardous. -
Page 5: Where To Go For Additional Help
(Part Number 212420-021) Compaq Customer Support You can reach Compaq automated support services 24 hours a day, every day at no charge. The services provide the most up-to-date information about Compaq products. You can access installation instructions, troubleshooting information, and general product information from the Compaq website. -
Page 6: Compaq Website
Calling the Compaq Support Line When you call the Compaq Support line, you must be at your server with your software running and the product documentation at hand. The Compaq technician may ask for the following information:... - Page 7 Compaq has technical support centers worldwide. Many of the centers are staffed by technicians who speak the local languages. For a list of Compaq support centers, go to: http://www.compaq.com From the Compaq Worldwide home page, select your country and click Go to find the nearest Compaq office.
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Page 8: Introduction
The Compaq NC6136 Gigabit Server Adapter is a stand-alone, single port, 64-bit/66MHz PCI Gigabit (1000BASE-SX ) Ethernet adapter. It uses fiber-optic cable that provides failover capabilities with other Gigabit and 10/100 adapters installed in a server. The NC6136 Gigabit Server Adapter is a supported option for selected Compaq ProLiant™ servers. -
Page 9: Hardware Overview
Fiber SC Port (not used) Figure 1-1. Fiber SC Port and LED locations LED Indicators The NC6136 Gigabit Server Adapter has two diagnostic LED indicators for the fiber SC port. Table 1-1 LED Operations for the NC6136 Adapter LED Name... -
Page 10: Installing The Adapter
NOTE: Before removing the cover of your server, refer to the Compaq documentation for the proper methods for installing a PCI card and avoiding electric shock hazards. -
Page 11: Installing The Adapter In A Server
2-2 Compaq NC6136 Gigabit Server Adapter User Guide Installing the Adapter in a Server Refer to the Compaq ProLiant documentation for the specific steps necessary to safely install a PCI card in your server. Figure 2-1. Installing the adapter in a server 1. -
Page 12: Connecting The Fiber Network Cable
Installing the Adapter 2-3 Connecting the Fiber Network Cable The NC6136 Server Adapter has one SC fiber port. This port supports 1000BASE-SX multimode fiber cable with a maximum cable length dependent upon the fiber type, mode, and cable size. See Appendix C for maximum cable lengths. -
Page 13: Regulatory Compliance Notices
Appendix Regulatory Compliance Notices European Union Notice Products with the C0E Marking comply with both the EMC Directive (89/336/EEC) and the Low Voltage Directive (73/23/EEC) issued by the Commission of the European Community. Compliance with these directives implies conformity to the following European Norms (in brackets are the equivalent international standards): EN55022 (CISPR 22) –... -
Page 14: Electrostatic Discharge
Use conductive field service tools. Use a portable field service kit with a folding static-dissipating work mat. If you do not have any of the suggested equipment for proper grounding, have a Compaq authorized reseller install the part. NOTE: For more information on static electricity or assistance with product installation, contact your... -
Page 15: Appendix C Specifications
Appendix Specifications NC6136 Gigabit Server Adapter Specifications Table C-1 NC6136 Gigabit Adapter Specifications Specification Description Network Controller Chipset Intel 82543GC MAC Data Transfer Method 64-bit/66MHz PCI, compatible with 64-bit/33MHz or 32-bit/33MHz Bus Master DMA Standards Supported IEEE 802.3z, 802.3ad (static configuration mode only), 802.1p, 802.1Q... -
Page 16: Fiber Cable Specifications
C-2 Compaq NC6136 Gigabit Server Adapter User Guide Fiber Cable Specifications To connect to the network, the NC6136 uses 1000BASE-SX fiber cable. Table C-2 Fiber Cable Maximum Distances for 1000BASE-SX Mode Size Max Distance 62.5/125 µm Multimode 220 meters 50/125 µm...
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