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Matrox FastNIC 10/100
Single Port Fast Ethernet 100BaseTX NIC
PCI Network Interface Card
Installation Guide
10574-MT-0102
The Matrox FastNIC 10/100 is a high-performance Fast Ethernet adapter card,
ideal for typical and "power user" PC workstations. The FastNIC installs into a
standard bus-mastering PCI slot. Driver support is provided for most popular
network operating systems.
A
Before You Begin
Verify the contents of your package. It should contain the following items:
• Matrox FastNIC 10/100
• Software driver diskette
• Registration card
• This guide
If any of these items are missing, contact your Matrox Networks
NOTE:
representative.
B
System Requirements
The FastNIC is a standard PCI device. The BIOS of the PC into which the
FastNIC will be installed must conform to the PCI Local Bus Specification v2.0/
2.1. The PCI slot into which you will insert the card must support PCI bus
mastering. If necessary, refer to the documentation that came with the PC for
information regarding its compliance to the PCI standard.
C
Installing the Card
To install the FastNIC in a PC, perform the following steps:
1. Turn off your PC.
2. Open the case of your PC and locate an empty PCI expansion slot.
3. Unbolt and remove the blank panel adjacent to the PCI slot you will use
for the FastNIC.
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Summary of Contents for Matrox FastNIC 10/100 10574-MT-0102
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Page 1: Before You Begin
Matrox FastNIC 10/100 Single Port Fast Ethernet 100BaseTX NIC PCI Network Interface Card Installation Guide 10574-MT-0102 The Matrox FastNIC 10/100 is a high-performance Fast Ethernet adapter card, ideal for typical and “power user” PC workstations. The FastNIC installs into a standard bus-mastering PCI slot. - Page 2 4. Carefully insert the FastNIC card into the PCI expansion slot as shown in the following diagram: 5. Secure the FastNIC card in place with the bolt that previously held the blank panel you removed previously. 6. Replace the cover of the PC. Selecting the Right Cable The FastNIC is a standard Fast Ethernet adapter card.
- Page 3 • SCO UNIX Installation instructions for Windows 95, Windows NT, and Novell NOTE: NetWare (DOS client) are provided below. For other network operating systems, please consult the documentation that came with the network operating system for information on how to install and configure client PC drivers.
- Page 4 3. Click on the Have Disk button: 4. Insert the driver diskette into the PC’s floppy drive. Specify the directory a:\win95 and click OK: 5. By default, the Fast NIC is configured for AutoDetect mode. However, you can use the Properties window to force the speed and duplex settings of the card:...
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Page 5: Windows Nt
Windows NT To install the software driver for the Windows NT operating system, please perform the following steps: 1. Double-click on the following icons: 2. Click on the Add button: 3. Click on the Have Disk button:... - Page 6 4. Insert the driver diskette into the PC’s floppy drive. Specify the directory a:\winnt and click OK: 5. By default, the Fast NIC is configured for AutoDetect mode. However, you can use the Properties window to force the speed and duplex settings of the card: Novell NetWare (DOS Client) To install the driver support software for a Novell NetWare DOS client,...
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Page 7: G Troubleshooting
Understanding the Status Lights 10/100Mb ! " #!$ Troubleshooting A diagnostic utility is supplied with the FastNIC to assist you with troubleshooting. -
Page 8: Obtaining Technical Support
OLUTION The device may require a cross-over or straight-through wire in order to connect to the other device. Refer to the instructions contained in section D to determine which kind of wire to use in order to connect a specific type of device. -
Page 9: Specifications
Specifications Standard IEEE802.3/802.3u 10BaseT/100BaseTX Bus Interface 32 bit bus master Hardware Interrupts PCI INTA Base I/O Addresses Assigned by BIOS Cable Connections RJ-45 (10BaseT) UTP Category 3 and higher. RJ-45 (100BaseTX) UTP Category 5. Software Support • Microsoft Windows NT •... -
Page 10: Regulatory Compliance
Regulatory Compliance FCC Compliance Statement Warning Changes or modifications to this unit not expressly approved by the party responsible for the compliance could void the user’s authority to operate this equipment. Note This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules.