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Token Ring-in-Fast
Ethernet Server
Network Interface Card
User Guide
http://www.3com.com/
Part No. 09-1128-000
Published February 1998
3Com Corporation ■ 5400 Bayfront Plaza ■ Santa Clara, California ■ 95052-8145
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CONTENTS
ABOUT THIS GUIDE
Conventions 1
Related Documentation 2
1INTRODUCTION
2HARDWARE INSTALLATION
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Obtaining the Latest Drivers |
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Installing the NetWare Server Driver |
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Running the Group 3 Test |
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Changing the Test Setup |
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Getting Help If a Test Fails |
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Further Testing 4-6 |
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CONFIGURATION |
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Changing Configuration Settings |
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Changing the Windows NT Registry |
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A SPECIFICATIONS |
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NIC Specifications A-1 |
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RJ-45 Connector Pin Assignments |
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TECHNICAL SUPPORT |
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Online Technical Services B-1 |
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World Wide Web Site B-1 |
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3Com Bulletin Board Service |
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Access by Analog Modem |
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Access by Digital Modem |
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3ComFacts Automated Fax Service |
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Support from Your Network Supplier |
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Support from 3Com B-4 |
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Returning Products for Repair B-6 |
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INDEX
3COM CORPORATION LIMITED WARRANTY
FCC CLASS B STATEMENT
FCC DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY
3COM END USER SOFTWARE LICENSE AGREEMENT
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FIGURES
1-1 |
Basic TR-in-FE System |
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Larger-Scale TR-in-FE System |
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Inserting the NIC in a PCI Slot |
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Connecting the Cable |
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NIC LEDs at Power Up |
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TABLES
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Text Conventions 2 |
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2-1 |
Installation Requirements |
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3C395 NIC LED Descriptions |
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DOS Diagnostic Tests |
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Using the Configuration and Diagnostic Program |
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Troubleshooting Tips |
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Configuration Settings |
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Using the Configuration and Diagnostic Program |
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Lifetime Limited
Warranty
3Com’s EtherLink®, Fast EtherLink, TokenLink®, TokenLink Velocity®, ATMLink™ PCI, FDDILink™, and Token Ring-in-Fast Ethernet Server network interface cards have a Lifetime Limited Warranty. For further details, please see 3Com’s Limited Warranty statement in this guide.
To ensure the very best 3Com service and support, take the time to complete the product registration card.
Customers in the countries or regions shown below should send the completed registration card to the appropriate address. Customers in other non-U.S. locations should send the registration card to the U.S. address on the front of the card.
■ Asia |
■ Italy, Greece, Spain, Portugal, Malta |
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3Com Asia Ltd., Marketing Department |
3Com Mediterraneo Srl, |
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Room 2506-07, 25/F. |
Marketing Department |
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Citibank Tower |
Via Michelangelo Buonarroti, 1 |
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Citibank Plaza, Central |
20093 Cologno Monzese MI |
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Italy |
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3Com Australia, Marketing Department |
3Com Japan, Marketing Department |
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99 Walker Street |
Shinjuku Sumitomo Building 23F |
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Level 7 |
2-6-1 Nishi Shinjuku, Shinjuku-ku |
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North Sydney |
Tokyo 163-02 |
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New South Wales 2060 |
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3Com Nordic, Marketing Department |
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Marketing Department |
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Nevelgaarde 8-9 |
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164 22 KISTA |
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Nieuwegein |
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3Com France, Marketing Department |
Pacific House |
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Immeuble McKinley |
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BP 965 |
Globe Park Marlow-on-Thames |
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1, Avenue de l’Atlantique |
Buckinghamshire, SL7 1YL |
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ABOUT THIS GUIDE
This guide contains installation procedures and technical information about the 3Com® Token Ring-in-Fast Ethernet Server network interface card (3C395 NIC).
This guide is for those who install the card as part of a 3Com Token Ring-in-Fast Ethernet (TR-in-FE) network configuration.
It is assumed that users are familiar with NICs and with Ethernet, Fast Ethernet, and token ring network operations.
If the information in the release notes shipped with the product differs from the information in this guide, follow the information in the release notes.
Conventions
Table 1 and Table 2 list conventions that are used throughout this guide.
Table 1 Notice Icons
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Important features or instructions |
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Table 2 Text Conventions
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Related Documentation
The following document contains information about installing and using a TR-in-FE network configuration:
SuperStack II Switch 2000 TR Token Ring-in-Fast Ethernet Module (part number 99045)
1 INTRODUCTION
The 3Com Token Ring-in-Fast Ethernet Server network interface card (3C395 NIC) allows a Fast Ethernet server to receive encapsulated token ring packets. The 3C395 NIC is part of a 3Com Token Ring-in-Fast Ethernet (TR-in-FE) system that allows both Ethernet and token ring clients to share Fast Ethernet servers without the use of bridging, routing, or proprietary code.
A basic TR-in-FE system, shown in Figure 1-1, gives token ring clients access to a 100 Mbps server. Such a system requires these components:
■Fast Ethernet switch (SuperStack II Switch 3000)
■TR-in-FE server (a Fast Ethernet server with a 3C395 NIC)
■3Com SuperStack II Switch 2000 TR with a 3Com SuperStack II Switch 2000 TR Token Ring-in-Fast Ethernet Module (TR-in-FE module)
SuperStack II Switch 3000
SuperStack II Switch 2000 TR with TR-in-FE module
100 Mbps TR-in-FE server
with 3C395 NIC
16/4 Mbps token ring clients
Figure 1-1 Basic TR-in-FE System
In a basic system, token ring clients connect to a SuperStack II Switch 2000 TR equipped with a TR-in-FE module. The TR-in-FE module encapsulates token ring packets within Fast Ethernet frames and allows interconnection to a Fast Ethernet switch connected to the TR-in-FE server. The 3C395 NIC allows the TR-in-FE server to receive the encapsulated token ring packets, thus providing access to the 100 Mbps server for token ring clients.
1-2 CHAPTER 1: INTRODUCTION
A larger-scale TR-in-FE configuration appears in Figure 1-2. Such a system allows both token ring and Ethernet devices to share the same Fast Ethernet physical wiring infrastructure and server base. Servers that are to be used for both token ring and Fast Ethernet clients must be equipped with both 3C395 and Fast Ethernet NICs.
SuperStack II Hub TR
16/4 Mbps token ring clients
SuperStack II Hub 100
SuperStack II Switch 2000 TR with TR-in-FE module
SuperStack II Switch 3000
Token ring servers
Servers with both 3C395 and Fast Ethernet NICs
Ethernet
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Figure 1-2 Larger-Scale TR-in-FE System
The 3C395 NIC is based on 3Com Fast Ethernet technology. The NIC has the following features:
■Parallel Tasking architecture for high throughput and low processor utilization
■Support for full-duplex operation
■Support for PCI 2.0 or higher specifications
■32-bit bus master design
■Status LEDs
■Single shielded RJ-45 connector
■Support for Category 5 unshielded twisted-pair (UTP) cabling for 100BASE-TX Fast Ethernet networks
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The 3C395 NIC is only part of an entire TR-in-FE system. This guide only describes how to install the NIC in a
Fast Ethernet server. For details on installing and setting up the TR-in-FE module, see the documentation for the TR-in-FE module: SuperStack II Switch 2000 TR
Token Ring-in-Fast Ethernet Module (part number 99045).
Safety Precautions
Observe the following safety precautions.
WARNING: Personal computers operate with voltages that can be lethal. Before removing the cover, turn off the computer and unplug it. Disconnect all cables that are connected to the main system unit. Remove jewelry from your hands and wrists. Use insulated or nonconductive tools.
CAUTION: The NIC is packed in an antistatic container to protect it during shipment. To avoid damaging the NIC or the PC, reduce static electricity on your body by wearing an electrostatic discharge wrist strap attached to the chassis or by touching an unpainted metal part of the chassis before handling the NIC.
CAUTION: Install the 3C395 NIC in a PCI slot that conforms to PCI 2.0 or higher specifications. Do not attempt to install the NIC in an ISA or EISA slot. Doing so may damage the NIC and the computer.
2-2 CHAPTER 2: HARDWARE INSTALLATION
Installation Requirements
Before you install the 3C395 NIC, the TR-in-FE module must be installed in the SuperStack II Switch 2000 TR and set up as described in the TR-in-FE documentation. Other installation requirements are summarized in Table 2-1.
Table 2-1 Installation Requirements
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One slot that conforms to PCI 32-bit |
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Disk drive |
High-density 3.5-inch floppy diskette. |
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Cable |
UTP Category 5. |
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Connector |
RJ-45. |
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Installation Instructions
Be sure that the TR-in-FE module is installed and set up as described in the TR-in-FE documentation. Then follow these steps to install the 3C395 NIC:
1Unpack and inspect the NIC.
Observe static electricity precautions. Verify that you have the following items:
■3C395 NIC
■3Com software diskette
■Token Ring-in-Fast Ethernet Network Interface Card User Guide
Installation Instructions |
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If you find a problem, contact the network supplier and the carrier that delivered the package. If you need to return a NIC to 3Com, pack it in the original (or equivalent) packing material to maintain the warranty.
Complete the Product Registration Card and return it to 3Com. Or call 1-800-NET-3Com for immediate registration.
2Remove the computer cover.
If necessary, refer to the PC manufacturer’s documentation for details on removing the computer cover.
3Insert the 3C395 NIC in a PCI slot.
The PCI slot must conform to PCI Local Bus Specification, revision 2.0 or higher.
Select an available PCI slot and remove the expansion cover plate. (Keep the screw.) Insert the NIC securely in the
PCI slot (not in an ISA or EISA slot). Replace the screw. See Figure 2-1.
If necessary, refer to the PC manufacturer’s documentation for details on installing expansion boards.
PCI slot |
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Figure 2-1 Inserting the NIC in a PCI Slot
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