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Page 1: Ethernet Adapter
High Performance 32-Bit PCI Bus Ethernet Adapter With support for BNC and RJ45 connectors NX-32PCI UIDE Part #MAN108 Rev. 1.0 NX32PCI/D... -
Page 2: Table Of Contents
Section Two - Installation This section will provide step by step instructions on how to install your new MaxTech network adapter. Installation of this network adapter consists of A) hardware installation, B) card configuration and C) - Page 3 2.1 Unpacking Your Network Adapter Your package should contain the following items: Adapter Card Driver disk The back plate of the card has the following features (See Fig- ure 2-1): • 2 network cable connectors: RJ45 Connector 10BASE-T networks BNC Connector 10BASE-2 networks •...
- Page 4 Turn off your computer and all peripherals. Make a note of the power cord and other cables connected to your computer and disconnect them. Remove your computer’s cover (refer to your computer’s owner manual). Select an available PCI expansion slot, and then remove the slot cover.
- Page 5 Figure 2-2 Boot ROM alignment Align ROM and socket notches turn to Section 2.2 to continue installa- tion. 2.3 PCI Adapter Configuration The steps used to configure your adapter depend on whether your computer system supports the Plug and Play (PnP) 1.0a specification. You most likely have a Plug and Play 1.0a compliant system if it was purchased after June 1994 or if the BIOS is dated after June 1994.
- Page 6 the IRQ. The procedures to perform PCI card setup on early generation PCI bus PCs and the related terms to describe each procedure vary depending on which BIOS your computer uses. Refer to your computer's manual for specific information on configuring PCI slots.
- Page 7 information. To run SETUP.EXE, insert the driver diskette into a disk drive. From the DOS prompt, change to that drive by typing A: (or B:) and pressing Enter. Type \SETUP at the DOS prompt and press Enter. This will start the program. 2.4.1 View Current Configuration Select View Current Configuration to see the current adapter settings.
- Page 8 The Full-Duplex Function should be enabled only if the server you are attached to and all intercon- necting devices (e.g. switching hubs) support this mode. Boot ROM Size should only be set if a Boot ROM is present on the card. Enabling this setting allows remote booting from the server.
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Page 9: Section Three - Driver Installation
RAM Test: Checks on-board RAM. The Run Diagnostics on Network option allows the user to test the network cable connection between two cards. One card is setup as a Re- sponder and a second card is setup as an Initia- tor. - Page 10 3.1 Windows 95 Driver Installation Note: Windows 95 identifies most add-on cards based on the chipset used. The MaxTech Ethernet adapters use the Realtek Ethernet chipset and will be identified as such. When Windows 95 starts for the first time after card installation, it detects the adapter as a “PCI Ethernet...
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Page 11: Section Four - Using The Remote Boot Rom
tion for the adapter. Click “OK” to install the adapter. Windows 95 may request its own installation disks for some files. Insert the Windows 95 disks as required. When all necessary files are copied, the adapter is configured. Restart Windows 95 as prompted. -
Page 12: Section Five - Troubleshooting
Section Five - Troubleshooting This section describes some of the common prob- lems you may encounter while using your network adapter. When troubleshooting, you should make sure that the network you are connected to is functioning. If you suspect that the adapter is malfunctioning, replace it with another adapter which is known to function properly. -
Page 13: Section Six - Cable Information
Section Six - Cable Information The MaxTech NX-32PCI network adapters support both Coax and UTP cable schemes used in Ethernet networks. 10Base-T networks use unshielded twisted-pair cable and 8-pin RJ-45 modular connectors. -
Page 14: Section Eight - Technical Support
If you have not referred to the Troubleshooting section, there is a good chance the solution to your problem is there. If you still can not solve the problem, call the MaxTech Service Center at (562) 921-4438 between 9:00 a.m. and 6:00 p.m. -
Page 15: Fcc Class B Statement
Section Eight - Technical Support . When you are instructed by the Technical Support Representative to return the product to MaxTech for repair, you will be given an RMA (Return Merchandise Authorization) number. You must have an RMA Number to return the product for service . - Page 16 All registered trademarks are the property of their respective owners. Copyright © 1997 MaxTech. All rights reserved. No repro- duction of this document in any form is allowed without written permission from MaxTech. First Edition...
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