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DE-528CT Ethernet Adapter / User s Guide TABLE OF CONTENTS Introduction......2-1 Features........2-1 General steps to set up/configure a DE-528CT card ..2-2 For a DE-528CT without Boot ROM ..2-2 For a DE-528CT with Boot ROM .... 2-2 Hardware Installation....3-1...
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DE-528CT Ethernet Adapter / User s Guide C. Specifications......C D. Cable Specifications....D E. Device Drivers......E Introduction...
DE-528CT Ethernet Adapter / User s Guide NTRODUCTION The DE-528CT is a high performance PCI based Ethernet Adapter which is based upon Industry Standard PCI Local Bus Specification 2.0, that features plug and play function, making it fully auto-configurable. The Ethernet Adapter offers the network medium selection of 10BASE-T(RJ-45) or 10BASE2(BNC) connection.
4. If necessary, modify files according to installation instructions. 5. Restart the computer [Optional]. 6. If the DE-528CT doesn t function properly, run SETUP.EXE on the DE- 528CT software diskette to locate the problem. For a DE-528CT with Boot ROM 1.
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DE-528CT Ethernet Adapter / User s Guide In order to run the Network Diagnostics program (SETUP.EXE) Note successfully, the network drivers and related files, copied from the DE-528CT installation diskette, and the SETUP.EXE file must be stored in the same directory.
NSTALLATION CAUTION : To prevent the damage to the product due to ESD, please use wrist straps during the installation and maintenance. Installation of a DE-528CT Ethernet adapter requires two steps: Step 1 Insert the adapter into an expansion slot Shut down the computer, unplug its power cord, and remove the chassis cover.
DE-528CT Ethernet Adapter / User s Guide Step 2. Network Cable Connections Before connecting a network cable to the DE-528CT adapter, ascertain that the network cable medium is Twisted-Pair Thin Coaxial . Then refer to one of the two sections following, according to your cable network cable type.
DE-528CT Ethernet Adapter / User s Guide Plug one end into the RJ-45 receptacle of the DE-528CT adapter, and plug the other end into an available port of a 10Base-T hub. Push each RJ-45 plug into its receptacle until its retainer snaps into place.
528CT may be installed and used, and the frequency of revisions in these network systems, the instructions for software installation are given as README files on the DE-528CT driver program diskette supplied in your DE-528CT package. Required software is provided on a diskette labeled the DE-528CT Installation.
The DE-528CT adapter will be automatically configured when the computer is powered on. Run the SETUP.EXE configuration and diagnostics program to verify configuration of the DE-528CT as set by the installation procedure, and assist with isolation of any faults in operation. These procedures are...
DE-528CT Ethernet Adapter / User s Guide Configuring DE-528CT Choose Set Up New Configuration from the Main Menu dialog box, then the Set Up New Configuration Menu appears. Run Diagnostics Choose Run Diagnostics from the Main Menu dialog box, then the Run...
DE-528CT Ethernet Adapter / User s Guide ROM I NSTALLATION Boot ROM The optional device allows you to connect a diskless workstation to Boot ROM the network. Follow the steps to install your 1. Insert the Boot ROM into the socket on the adapter.
Connection failure, and coaxial cable was used. Action: Verify the is properly terminated.. coaxial cable LED I NDICATORS ACTIVE Flashing green indicates that the adapter is transmitting or receiving. LINK Steady green indicates good linkage between the DE-528CT and its supporting hub.
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DE-528CT Ethernet Adapter / User s Guide PECIFICATIONS IEEE 802.3 Standard 10BASE-T and 10-BASE2 Wiring Connector RJ-45 and BNC Bus Characteristics bits; Local Specification 2.0 I/O address being assigned by the BIOS to a free I/O address block IRQ line INTA;...
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DE-528CT Ethernet Adapter / User s Guide ABLE PECIFICATIONS The DE-528CT Ethernet adapter has three connector alternatives. Each connector requires a different cable. This section describes the various cable s specifications: Cable for RJ-45 connector for 10BASE-T network Cable type...
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DE-528CT Ethernet Adapter / User s Guide EVICE RIVERS The DE-528CT installation diskette contains the following drivers: DE-528CT drivers: NDIS driver Novell Netware 3.x and 4.x ODI driver Packet driver Drivers available for the following systems/protocols: MS LAN Manager Win/TCP Pathway Access for DOS...
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