Section Seven - Technical Support ... 11 Section Eight - Notices ... 12 Section One - Introduction Maxtech network adapters are high performance, Industry Standard Achitecture (ISA) Ethernet net- work adapters designed for Plug and Play (PnP) systems. The adapters are NE-2000 compatible and include a 16KB RAM buffer for improved net- work transmission and reception.
Section Two - Installation This section provides step-by-step instructions on how to install your new network adapter. Installation of this network adapter is a two-step process con- sisting of actual hardware installation and card configuration. This network adapter is designed to be configured by the Plug and Play capabilities of the host computer/operating system.
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before installation. Discharge any static electricity from your body by touching any metal surface. 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).
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Section 2.3.1 for all Windows 95 systems Section 2.3.2 for PnP systems without Win- Section 2.3.3 for Non-PnP Systems 2.3.1 Configuration in Windows 95 When Windows 95 starts for the first time after card installation, it detects the adapter as an NE2000 compatible card.
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When using the card on a legacy (non-PnP) sys- tem, the setup and diagnostic program SETUP.EXE is used to configure the adapter. Note: To use the network card in a legacy system, the Operating Mode must be set to Jumperless instead of Plug and Play To run the setup program, insert the driver diskette into drive A: (or B:).
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For more information on running SETUP, refer to the file README.TXT in the root directory of the driver diskette. The following configuration options are available in the SETUP Main Menu: • View Current Configuration • Setup • Run Diagnostics View Current Configuration displays the current settings of the card.
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cable is attached (and properly terminated if using a BNC connection) to the adapter when using this option. If any test has a fail count, press the spacebar for help on the reason for the failure and possible solutions The following tests are performed in the Run Diagnostics on Board option: Configuration Test: Checks the initial sta- tus of the Ethernet controller...
ning the SETUP program. Align ROM and socket notches Follow the Remote Boot Workstation instal- lation procedure given in your network oper- ating system manual (i.e. create a Boot Image on the server for Novell networks, or start remote booting services on LAN Man- ager networks, etc.).
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functioning. If you suspect that the adapter is malfunctioning, replace it with another adapter which is known to function properly. Also try the adapter in another computer. This can determine whether the adapter or computer causes the prob- lem. If you cannot resolve your difficulty after reading the following information, contact your dealer or vendor for assistance.
nators. If the terminators do not measure 50 ohms +/- 1%, replace the terminator. Measure the coaxial cable with a 50-ohm terminator attached to one end. The total resistance of the cable plus the terminator should be no more than a few ohms more than the terminator alone.
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.
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 .
the unit by any unauthorized service center. This warranty is voided if the product has been abused, misused, modified, or repaired by an unauthorized service center. 8.2 FCC Class B Statement 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.
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