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3Com ETHERLINK III User Manual (122 pages)

Parallel Tasking 16-Bit ISA and 32-Bit EISA Adapter

Brand: 3Com | Category: Adapter | Size: 0 MB

Table of Contents
7
Lifetime Warranty
13
Introduction

15
Follow the Road Map

17
Chapter 1 Installing the Adapter

21
- Inspecting the Adapter
  22
- Adapter Backplate Types
  23
- Adapter Types
  24
- Installing the Boot PROM
  25
- Inserting the Etherlink III Adapter
  25
- Removing the Cover
  26
- Removing the Backplate
  27
- Inserting the Adapter
  28
Chapter 2 Configuring the ISA Adapter

29
Chapter 3 Configuring the EISA Adapter

43
- Configuring the EISA Computer to Accept an EISA
  44
  - Adapter
    44
  - EISA Option Settings
    46
- Changing Software Option Settings
  46
  - Network Driver Optimization
    47
  - Maximum Modem Speed
    47
- Auto Installing the EISA Adapter for a Netware NOS
  48
- Auto Installation Screen
  49
- Main Menu
  50
Chapter 4 Configuring the ISA Adapter for an EISA Computer

52
Chapter 5 Connecting to the Network

61
Chapter 6 Installing the Network Drivers

69
Chapter 7 Performing Troubleshooting and Diagnostic Tests

75
- Starting the Diagnostic Program
  76
- Auto Installation Screen
  77
- Main Menu
  77
- Main Window with First Adapter Selected
  79
- Run Tests Dialog Box
  79
  - Adapter Test Setup
    80
    
    Group 1 Tests
    80
  - Getting Help if a Test Fails
    81
  - Changing the Test Setup
    84
- Test Setup Dialog Box
  84
  - Group 2 and Group 3 Test Setup
    86
  - Group 2 Test
    86
    
    Connecting a Loopback Plug
    86
- Assembling a Loopback Plug
  87
  - Group 3 Test
    88
    
    Setting up an Echo Server
    88
    
    Running the Group 3 Test
    90
- Miscellaneous Checks
  90
  - Link Beat LED
    90
- Link Beat LED
  91
  - Software Checks
    92
- Technical Support Sources
  92
Appendix A Using the Configuration and Diagnostic Program

93
- A-1. the Menu Hierarchy
  93
- Using the Menus
  94
  - Using the Keyboard
    94
  - Using the Speed Keys
    95
  - Using the Mouse
    95
- Choosing a Menu Item
  96
  - Using the File Options
    97
- Getting Help
  97
- Exiting the Program
  98
- Using the Command Line
  98
- A-2. Sample Dialog Box
  98
  - Command Line Keywords
    100
Appendix B Specifications

101
- Adapter Card Specifications
  101
- B-1. RJ-45 Connector Pin Assignments
  104
- RJ-45 Connector Pin Assignments
  104
- AUI Connector Pin Assignments
  104
Appendix C Error Messages

105
Appendix D Technical Support

111
- On-Line Product Support
  111
  - Cardboard Bulletin Board Service
    111
  - 3Comfacts Automated Fax Service
    112
  - Ask3Com On-Line Service
    113
  - 3Com Documentation on CD-ROM
    114
- Support from Your Network Supplier
  114
  - U.S. and Canada
    114
  - Outside the U.S. and Canada
    115
- Returning Products for Repair
  116

3Com ETHERLINK III User Manual (98 pages)

Parallel Tasking 16/32-Bit Micro Channel Adapters

Brand: 3Com | Category: Adapter | Size: 0 MB

Table of Contents
7
Introduction

12
- Lifetime Warranty
  13
Quick Start

15
Chapter 1 Installation

26
Insert the 3C529 Adapter into the 16- or 32-Bit Expansion Slot and Secure It with the Screw (See Figure 1-3)

30
10. Replace the Computer's Cover

30
Reconnect All Devices and Cables Except the Network Cable

30
Chapter 2 Configuring Your Computer

31
Chapter 3 Changing the 3C529 Adapter Options

34
- Using the Configuration and Diagnostic Program
  34
- Auto Installation Screen
  36
- Main Menu
  36
- Main Window with First Adapter Selected
  37
- Option Settings
  38
- 3C529 Adapter Options
  39
  - Network Driver Optimization
    39
  - Maximum Modem Speed
    39
Chapter 4 Connecting to the Network

41
Chapter 5 Installing the Network Drivers

50
Chapter 6 Troubleshooting

57
- Running the Diagnostic Program
  57
- Auto Installation Screen
  59
- Main Menu
  59
  - Starting the Group 1 Tests
    60
- Main Window with Adapter Selected
  60
- Run Tests Dialog Box
  61
  - Changing the Test Setup
    62
- Test Setup Dialog Box
  62
  - If a Test Fails
    64
  - Setting up the Group 2 Test
    64
  - Connecting a Loopback Plug
    64
  - Setting up the Group 3 Test
    65
- Assembling a Loopback Plug
  65
  - Setting up an Echo Server
    66
  - Running the Group 3 Test
    67
- Troubleshooting Tips
  67
- Hardware
  70
  - Link Beat LED
    70
- Software
  71
- Additional Information
  71
Appendix A Using the Configuration and Diagnostic Program

72
- Using the Menus
  72
- A-1. the Menu Hierarchy
  72
  - A-1. Definition of Keys
    73
  - Using the Keyboard
    73
    
    Using the Speed Keys
    74
  - Using the Mouse
    74
  - A-2. Definition of Menu Items
    75
- Choosing a Menu Item
  75
  - Using the File Options
    76
- Help
  77
- A-2. Sample Dialog Box
  77
- Exiting the Program
  78
- Using the Command Line
  78
  - Command Line Keywords
    80
Appendix B Specifications

81
Appendix C Error Messages

83
Appendix D Technical Support

87
- On-Line Product Support
  87
- Support from Your Network Supplier
  90
  - U.S. and Canada
    90
  - Outside the U.S. and Canada
    91
- Returning Products for Repair
  92

3Com ETHERLINK III User Manual (78 pages)

Parallel Tasking 16-Bit ISA Network Interface Card

Brand: 3Com | Category: Network Hardware | Size: 4 MB

Table of Contents
5
About this Guide
11
How to Use this Guide
11
Conventions
11
Notice Icons
12
Text Conventions
12
Product Overview
13
3C509B Network Interface Cards
13
Features
14
Dynamicaccess Technology
14
PACE Technology Support
15
Distributed RMON
15
Transcend Etherlink Smartagent Software
15
How Do I Install the 3C509B NIC
15
Installing the 3C509B NIC
17
Nstalling the 3C509B Nic
17
Connecting to the Network
18
Inserting the 3C509B NIC in a PC
18
RJ-45 Port
19
Connecting the 3C509B-TPO NIC Using the RJ-45 Port
19
BNC Port
20
AUI Port
20
Connecting the 3C509B-TPC NIC Using the BNC Port
20
Link LED
21
Connecting the 3C509B-COMBO NIC Using the AUI Port
21
Installing the Network
23
Windows 95
23
Confirming Installation
26
Windows NT
27
Windows NT Version 3.51
28
Netware for Windows 3.1X, Windows for Workgroups, and DOS
29
Autolink Requirements
30
Running the Autolink Program
30
Main Menu
30
Obtaining Netware Nlms
31
Netware Nlms
31
Installing Other Supported Network Drivers
32
Network Driver Text File Names
32
Configuring the 3C509B Nic
33
Reconfiguring the NIC
34
NIC Configuration Screen
34
Changing NIC Configuration from ISA to EISA
35
Changing NIC Configuration from EISA to ISA
36
Changing Configuration Settings
37
Configuration Option Settings
38
Changing the Settings
39
Changing PACE Configuration
39
Selecting PACE Applications
39
Changing PACE Ranges and Protocols
41
PACE Applications Screen
41
PACE Additional Ranges Screen
41
PACE Advanced Options
42
PACE Settings Descriptions
43
PACE Advanced Options Screen
43
Troubleshooting
47
Checking the NIC
47
Frequently Asked Questions
47
Troubleshooting with the Diagnostic Tests
48
Starting the Diagnostic Program
48
Running the Group 1 Tests
49
Running the Group 2 Test
50
Assembling a Loopback Plug
50
Starting the Group 2 Test
51
Running the Group 3 Test
51
Setting up an Echo Server
52
Diagnostic Programs
52
Starting the Group 3 Test
53
Getting Help if a Test Fails
53
Resolving Hardware Resource Conflicts with Windows 95 and Windows NT
54
Changing the I/O Base Address or the Interrupt Request Level
54
Removing the 3C509B NIC Software
55
Crossover Cable Troubleshooting Tips
55
Troubleshooting Hubs with Crossover Cable
56
Straight-Through and Crossover Cable Pinouts
56
Troubleshooting Tips
57
Frequently Asked Questions
58
Specifications
61
NIC Specifications
61
RJ-45 Connector Pin Assignments
62
AUI Connector Pin Assignments
62
Cable Specifications
63
Support
65
Online Technical Services
65
World Wide Web Site
65
3Com Bulletin Board Service
66
Access by Analog Modem
66
Access by Digital Modem
66
3Comfacts Automated Fax Service
66
3Comforum on Compuserve Online Service
67
Support from Your Network Supplier
68
Support from 3Com
68
Returning Products for Repair
70
Index
71

3Com ETHERLINK III User Manual (76 pages)

PARALLEL TASKING PCI BUS MASTER NETWORK ADAPTERS

Brand: 3Com | Category: Adapter | Size: 0 MB

Lifetime Warranty
3
Table of Contents
5
About this Guide

10
- How to Use this Guide
  10
- Conventions
  11
Text Conventions

11
Notice Icons

11
Introduction

12
C590 Adapter Backplates

13
3C590 PCI Adapter Cable and Connector Speciﬁcations

13
- Features
  14
- PCI Technology
  14
Installing the Pci Adapter

16
- Before You Begin
  16
- Installing the Adapter
  17
PCI and EISA Bus Connectors in a PCI Computer

17
- Connecting to the Network
  18
  - Connecting to the On-Board Transceiver
    18
    
    Connecting to Thin Ethernet Cable
    18
    
    Connecting to Twisted-Pair Cable
    19
- Connectors for 3C590 PCI Adapters
  18
Connecting Thin Ethernet Cable

19
- Connecting to an External Transceiver
  20
Slide Latch

20
- Using Auto Select Media Type
  21
Connecting the AUI Cable

21
Installing the Network Drivers

24
- Accessing DOS
  25
- Installing Netware Drivers
  25
  - Finding the Adapter's Port Address
    26
  - One Adapter in a Client
    26
    
    Autolink Requirements
    27
    
    Fast Installation
    27
    
    Detailed Installation
    28
Autolink Information Screen

30
Main Menu

30
Performing Troubleshooting and Diagnostic Tests

38
- Troubleshooting with the Diagnostic Tests
  38
- Starting the Diagnostic Program
  39
  - Running the Group 1 Tests
    40
  - Running the Group 2 Test
    41
    
    Assembling a Loopback Plug
    41
    
    Starting the Group 2 Test
    41
  - Running the Group 3 Test
    42
    
    Setting up an Echo Server
    42
3-1 Accessing DOS from Other Operating Systems3-2

43
- Starting the Group 3 Test
  43
Diagnostic Programs

43
- Getting Help if a Test Fails
  44
  - Changing the Test Setup
    46
- Miscellaneous Checks
  47
  - Link Beat LED
    47
A Softwareoptionsettings

50
- Changing Software Option Settings
  50
- Appendix A: Software Option Settings
  
  51
4-1 Assembling a Loopback Plug4-4

52
A-1 Main Menu

52
Option Settings

53
A-2 Main Window with Multiple Adapters

53
A-3 Conﬁguration Dialog Box

54
- Saving Software Option Settings
  55
B Specifications

56
- Adapter Speciﬁcations
  56
AUI Connector Pin Assignments

57
- B-1 RJ-45 Connector Pin Assignments
  57
- RJ-45 Connector Pin Assignments
  57
- Cable Requirements
  58
  - On-Line Technical Services
    59
    
    3Com Bulletin Board Service
    59
  - Technical Support
    59
- Support
  
  59
- Glossary
  
  64
  - Network Adapter
    67
  - Twisted-Pair
    69

3Com ETHERLINK III User Manual (56 pages)

Parallel Tasking 16-Bit ISA Adapter

Brand: 3Com | Category: Adapter | Size: 18 MB

Table of Contents
5
Roduct O Verview

9
- Overview
  9
- ISA Adapter Types
  10
ISA Adapter Cable and Connector Specifications

10
- System Requirements
  11
- Features
  11
1-2 Topic Locator for the User Guide 1-4

12
- Roadmap to the User Guide
  12
Notice Icons

12
Nstalling the a Dapter

13
- Getting Started
  13
- Inserting the Adapter
  14
- Connecting to the Network
  14
  - Connecting to the On-Board Transceiver
    15
  - Connecting to an External Transceiver
    16
- Auto Select Media Type
  17
Onfiguring the a Dapter

19
- Autolink Software for Netware Environments
  19
  - Using the Autolink Program
    20
Autolink Information Screen

21
Main Menu

22
- Configuring Multiple Adapters
  23
  - Configuring the First Adapter
    23
Main Window with Multiple Adapters

23
Configuration Dialog Box

24
Option Settings

30
- Plug and Play
  32
  - Disabling Plug and Play
    32
Nstalling the N Etwork D Rivers

33
Assembling a Loopback Plug

40
- Running the Group 3 Test
  41
Diagnostic Programs

42
- Getting Help if a Test Fails
  43
  - Changing the Test Setup
    45
- Miscellaneous Checks
  46
  - Link Beat LED
    46
S Pecifications

49
- Adapter Specifications
  49
- RJ-45 Connector Pin Assignments
  
  50
- AUI Connector Pin Assignments
  
  50
  - Cable Specifications
    51
T Echnical S Upport

53
- On-Line Technical Services
  53
  - 3Com Bulletin Board Service
    53
  - World Wide Web Site
    53
  - Ask3Com on Compuserve
    54
  - 3Comfacts Automated Fax Service
    54
- Support from Your Network Supplier
  55
- Returning Products for Repair
  56

3Com ETHERLINK III Quick Manual (8 pages)

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3Com ETHERLINK III User Manual (122 pages)

Table of Contents

Introduction

Follow the Road Map

Chapter 1 Installing the Adapter

Chapter 2 Configuring the ISA Adapter

Chapter 3 Configuring the EISA Adapter

Chapter 4 Configuring the ISA Adapter for an EISA Computer

Chapter 5 Connecting to the Network

Chapter 6 Installing the Network Drivers

Chapter 7 Performing Troubleshooting and Diagnostic Tests

Appendix A Using the Configuration and Diagnostic Program

Appendix B Specifications

Appendix C Error Messages

Appendix D Technical Support

3Com ETHERLINK III User Manual (98 pages)

Table of Contents

Introduction

Quick Start

Chapter 1 Installation

Remove the Expansion Slot's Backplate (See Figure 1-2). You Can Install the 3C529 Adapter in any 16- or 32-Bit Expansion Slot

Insert the 3C529 Adapter into the 16- or 32-Bit Expansion Slot and Secure It with the Screw (See Figure 1-3)

10. Replace the Computer's Cover

Reconnect All Devices and Cables Except the Network Cable

Chapter 2 Configuring Your Computer

Chapter 3 Changing the 3C529 Adapter Options

Chapter 4 Connecting to the Network

Chapter 5 Installing the Network Drivers

Chapter 6 Troubleshooting

Appendix A Using the Configuration and Diagnostic Program

Appendix B Specifications

Appendix C Error Messages

Appendix D Technical Support

3Com ETHERLINK III User Manual (78 pages)

Table of Contents

3Com ETHERLINK III User Manual (76 pages)

Table of Contents

About this Guide

Text Conventions

Notice Icons

Introduction

C590 Adapter Backplates

3C590 PCI Adapter Cable and Connector Speciﬁcations

Installing the Pci Adapter

PCI and EISA Bus Connectors in a PCI Computer

Connecting Thin Ethernet Cable

Slide Latch

Connecting the AUI Cable

Installing the Network Drivers

Autolink Information Screen

Main Menu

Performing Troubleshooting and Diagnostic Tests

3-1 Accessing DOS from Other Operating Systems3-2

Diagnostic Programs

A Softwareoptionsettings

Appendix A: Software Option Settings

4-1 Assembling a Loopback Plug4-4

A-1 Main Menu

Option Settings

A-2 Main Window with Multiple Adapters

A-3 Conﬁguration Dialog Box

B Specifications

AUI Connector Pin Assignments

Support

Glossary

3Com ETHERLINK III User Manual (56 pages)

Table of Contents

Roduct O Verview

ISA Adapter Cable and Connector Specifications

1-2 Topic Locator for the User Guide 1-4

Notice Icons

Nstalling the a Dapter

Onfiguring the a Dapter

Autolink Information Screen

Main Menu

Main Window with Multiple Adapters

Configuration Dialog Box

Option Settings

Nstalling the N Etwork D Rivers