Alacritech 100x2, 100x4, 100x1 User Manual

Hardware Installation Guide

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 100x2 Dual-Port Server Adapter

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 100x1 Single-Port Server Adapter

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Preface

Disclaimer

The information in this document is subject to change without
notice. Alacritech reserves the right to change any portion of these
products for reasons such as improving performance or enhancing
functionality. Alacritech assumes no liability arising out of the
application or use of these products for anything other than its
intended purpose.

Copyright

This document is copyrighted material. No part of this document
may be copied by any means without the written permission of
Alacritech, Inc.

Alacritech 100x4 Quad-Port Server Adapter, Alacritech 100x2
Dual-Port Server Adapter and Alacritech 100x1 Single-Port Server
Adapter Hardware Installation Guide, Eighth Edition (May 2002).

This document describes the hardware installation of the 100 Series
of server adapters from Alacritech, Inc. This document is the official
reference source for all revisions/releases of these products until
rescinded by an update.

Copyright © 2000-2002 Alacritech, Inc. All rights reserved.
Alacritech, the Alacritech logo, SLIC Technology and the SLIC
Technology logo are registered trademarks of Alacritech, Inc. in the
United States and Europe. All other marks belong to their respective
owners.

Patents

One or more United States and international patents apply to
Alacritech products, including without limitation: U.S. Patent Nos.
6,226,680., 6,247,060., 6,334,153, 6,389,479, 6,393,487, 6,427,171,
6,427,173, and 6,434,620.

Part Number: 900020 Rev 9 08/02

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Organization of This Guide

This guide covers the installation for the Alacritech 100 Series of
server adapters and contains the following sections:

Chapter 1 - Introduction, provides a general introduction to the
100 Series of server adapters and the SLIC technology on which
they are based.

Chapter 2 - Hardware Installation, includes the specifications for
the hardware and the procedure required to install the hardware
component.

Chapter 3 – Software Installation and Support, provides a list of
possible problems and their solutions.

Appendix A – Hardware Warranty and Information, provides
the text of the Limited Lifetime Hardware Warranty for the
hardware component. This section also includes instructions for
returning a defective product, the text of the Limitation of Liability
and Remedies statement, and Compliance and Conformity
statements.

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Table of Contents

1 Introduction 1-1

1.1 About this Guide 1-1

1.2 Description 1-1

1.3 Specifications 1-2

1.4 100 Series Multi-port Adapter Card Diagram 1-3

1.5 100 Series Single-port Adapter Card Diagram 1-4

2 Hardware Installation 2-1

2.1 Hardware Installation Overview 2-1

2.2 Installing the Low Profile Bracket 2-2

2.3 Hardware Installation 2-4

3 Software Installation and Support 3-1

3.1 Alacritech Automated Customer Support 3-1

3.2 Readme Files on Your Product CD-ROM 3-1

3.3 Installing the Adapter Software 3-1

Appendix A Hardware Warranty and Information A-1

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1 Introduction

1.1 About this Guide

This guide describes how to install the Alacritech 100 Series of
server adapters.

1.1.1 Naming conventions

Because this guide applies to the 100x4 Quad-port, 100x2 Dual-port
and 100x1 Single-port server adapters, the general term 100 Series
applies to all versions of the adapter, except where indicated.

1.2 Description

The 100 Series of Server Adapters are multi-port 64-bit Fast
Ethernet server adapters that employ Alacritech’s patented SLIC
(Session-Layer Interface Card) technology, which uses an
innovative application-specific integrated circuit (ASIC) for
protocol processing.

SLIC technology increases server performance and efficiency.

■ Protocol processing is offloaded onto the server adapter,

freeing the CPU for application processing and
maximizing throughput.

■ A unique ASIC utilizes an Internet Protocol Processor

(IPP), optimized for protocol processing, which delivers
faster performance than general purpose CPUs.

SLIC eliminates the burden of protocol processing on the host CPU.
By offloading protocol data processing, SLIC technology frees the

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CPU for application processing, boosting both network and server
performance.

1.3 Specifications

Port Speeds IEEE Auto Negotiation: 10/100 or 20/200 with

full duplex

Ethernet: 10 Mbps or 20 Mbps with full duplex

Connectors RJ-45

Media 10BaseT: Category 3, 4, or 5 Twisted Pair;

100BaseTX: Category 5 Twisted Pair

Bus Type 64-bit bus master PCI v2.2, Universal Card

Compatible with 32-bit PCI 2.2

Low Profile Enabled (100x1)

Reliability MTBF 250,000 hours

Power 1.6A @ 5V typical (100x4)

1.3A @ 5V typical (100x2)

.75A @ 5V typical (100x1)

Safety UL/c (UL), IEC950, UL1950, CSA C22.2, IEC

60950

Environmental
Factors

EMC Standards
Compliance

Diagnostic LEDs Link speed/integrity and network activity for each

Temperature: 0 to 55º C

Relative humidity: 5% to 85% non-condensing

Altitude: 3000 m maximum

IEEE 802.3 10BaseT

IEEE 802.3u 100BaseTX

Fully compliant auto-negotiation

FCC class B

EN55022 Class B, CE, VCCI B

individual channel

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1.4 100 Series Multi-port Adapter Card Diagram

Below is a diagram of the LED locations and ports of the 100x4
Quad-port Server Adapter. The 100x2 Dual-port Server Adapter is
similar, but does not have the bottom two ports or corresponding set
of LEDs.

Figure 1: 100x4 Quad-port Server Adapter Interface

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1.5 100 Series Single-port Adapter Card Diagram

Below is a diagram of the LED locations and port of the 100x1
Single-port Server Adapter. LEDs show Link, Activity, and 100TX
mode.

Figure 2: 100x1 Single-port Server Adapter Interface

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2 Hardware Installation

2.1 Hardware Installation Overview

The 100 Series was designed for servers on an Ethernet or Fast
Ethernet network using TCP/IP.

The Server computer must have the following features:

■ Supported Operating System (see readme on CD for

latest OS support)

■ One available bus-mastering PCI slot

■ CD-ROM or CD compatible drive, or network CD drive

for software installation.

The network should have the following features:

■ 10Base-T Ethernet (10Mb) using Category 3, 4, or 5

Twisted Pair or 100Base-TX Fast Ethernet (100Mb)
using Category 5 Twisted Pair with RJ-45 connectors

■ TCP/IP.

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2.2 Installing the Low Profile Bracket

The 100x1 Single-Port Server Adapter includes a low profile
bracket to facilitate installation in a low profile slot. To install a
100x1 Server Adapter in a low profile PCI slot, the bracket on the
rear of the card will need to be changed with the included low
profile bracket.

1. Remove the two 4-40 x 3/16 screws bottom side of the
card.

2. Install the low profile PCI bracket - P/N 9012, making
sure that the mounting tabs are on the bottom side of the
board and the screws secured from the component (top)
side. See Figure 3 for details.

To revert a 100x1 Server Adapter from low profile to standard PCI
the bracket on the rear of the card will need to be changed to the
original bracket.

1. Remove the two 4-40 x 3/16 screws from the topside of
the card.

2. Install the standard PCI bracket - P/N 6588, making
sure that the mounting tabs are on the top (component)
side of the board and the screws secured from the
bottom side. See Figure 3 for details.

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Figure 3 Mounting detail for standard and low profile brackets

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2.3 Hardware Installation

Note: Alacritech server adapters use components that

are sensitive to ESD. Proper ESD handling and
storage should be followed.

Note: Windows 2000 automatically loads driver software

upon detection of new PCI hardware. To aid this
process, the Windows 2000 software pre­installation must be performed before hardware is
installed.

1. Turn off and unplug the computer. Failure to do so
could endanger you, and may damage the adapter or
computer.

2. Remove the computer cover, and install the 100 Series
adapter in any available bus-mastering PCI slot. Use a
64-bit PCI slot, if available, to maximize system
performance. The 100 Series is fully compatible with
32-bit PCI slots, and 3.3 volt or 5.0 volt PCI slots.
Some PCI slots have fasteners, which must be secured
in order for the adapter card to function correctly.

3. Replace the computer cover, turn on and boot the
computer.

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3 Software Installation and Support

3.1 Alacritech Automated Customer Support

You can reach Alacritech’s automated support service 24 hours a
day, every day. The service contains the most up-to-date
information about Alacritech products. You can access the most
current drivers, installation instructions, troubleshooting
information, and general product information.

Support: http://www.alacritech.com/html/techsupport.html

Corporate: http://www.alacritech.com

3.2 Readme Files on Your Product CD-ROM

For product errata, see the readme text files. To view the files, go to
the Alacritech Product CD. Open the files with any text editor.

3.3 Installing the Adapter Software

For information about installing driver software, open the Users
Guide Rev xx.pdf file in the doc directory on the CD ROM.

Where “x” is the version of the documentation release.

The PDF files can be read using Acrobat Reader software
available from Adobe Systems Incorporated at

http://www.adobe.com

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Appendix A Hardware Warranty and

Information

LIMITED LIFETIME HARDWARE WARRANTY

Alacritech warrants to the original owner that the hardware product
delivered in this package will be free from defects in material and
workmanship. This warranty does not cover of the product if it is damaged
in the process of being installed or improperly used.

THE ABOVE WARRANTY IS IN LIEU OF ANY OTHER
WARRANTY, WHETHER EXPRESS, IMPLIED OR STATUTORY,
INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO ANY WARRANTY OF NON­INFRINGEMENT OF INTELLECTUAL PROPERTY,
MERCHANTABILITY, FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE
ARISING OUT OF ANY PROPOSAL, SPECIFICATION, OR SAMPLE.

This warranty does not cover replacement of adapter products damaged by
abuse, accident, misuse, neglect, normal wear and tear, alteration, repair,
disaster, improper installation, or improper testing. If the adapter product is
found to be defective, Alacritech, at its option, will replace or repair the
hardware product at no charge except as set forth below provided that you
deliver the adapter product along with a Return Material Authorization
(RMA) number (see below), along with proof of purchase, either to the
dealer from whom you purchased it or to Alacritech with an explanation of
any deficiency.

With the same RMA procedure, at your option, Alacritech will refund your
purchase price if the product is found to be defective and is returned within
three months of the purchase date.

If you ship the adapter product, you must assume the risk of damage or
loss in transit. You must use the original container and pay the shipping
charge.

Alacritech may replace or repair the adapter product with either new or
reconditioned parts, and any adapter product, or part thereof replaced by
Alacritech becomes Alacritech’s property. Repaired or replaced adapter
products will be returned to you at the same revision level as received or
higher, at Alacritech’s option. Alacritech reserves the right to replace
discontinued adapter products with an equivalent current generation
adapter product.

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Returning a Defective Product

Before returning any adapter product, contact Alacritech Customer Support
and obtain a Return Material Authorization (RMA) number by using the
automated support service at http://www.alacritech.com/support.

If the Customer Support Group verifies that the adapter product is
defective, they will have the RMA department issue you an RMA number
to place on the outer package of the adapter product. Alacritech cannot
accept any product without an RMA number on the package.

Limitation of Liability and Remedies

ALACRITECH’S SOLE LIABILITY HEREUNDER SHALL BE
LIMITED TO DIRECT, OBJECTIVELY MEASURABLE DAMAGES.
IN NO EVENT SHALL ALACRITECH HAVE ANY LIABILITY FOR
ANY INDIRECT OR SPECULATIVE DAMAGES (INCLUDING,
WITHOUT LIMITING THE FOREGOING, CONSEQUENTIAL,
INCIDENTAL, AND SPECIAL DAMAGES) INCLUDING, BUT NOT
LIMITED TO, INFRINGEMENT OF INTELLECTUAL PROPERTY,
REPROCUREMENT COSTS, LOSS OF USE, BUSINESS
INTERRUPTIONS, LOSS OF GOODWILL, AND LOSS OF PROFITS,
WHETHER ANY SUCH DAMAGES ARISE OUT OF CONTRACT
NEGLIGENCE, TORT, OR UNDER ANY WARRANTY,
IRRESPECTIVE OF WHETHER ALACRITECH HAS ADVANCE
NOTICE OF THE POSSIBILITY OF ANY SUCH DAMAGES.
NOTWITHSTANDING THE FOREGOING, ALACRITECH’S TOTAL
LIABILITY FOR ALL CLAIMS UNDER THIS AGREEMENT SHALL
NOT EXCEED THE PRICE PAID FOR THE PRODUCT. THESE
LIMITATIONS ON POTENTIAL LIABILITIES WERE AN ESSENTIAL
ELEMENT IN SETTING THE PRODUCT PRICE. ALACRITECH
NEITHER ASSUMES NOR AUTHORIZES ANYONE TO ASSUME
FOR IT ANY OTHER LIABILITIES.

Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or
consequential damages, so the above limitations may not apply to you.

CRITICAL CONTROL APPLICATIONS: Alacritech specifically
disclaims liability for use of the adapter product in critical control
applications (including, for example only, safety or health care control
systems, nuclear energy control systems, or air or ground traffic control
systems) by Licensee or Sublicensees, and such use is entirely at the user’s

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risk. Licensee agrees to defend, indemnify, and hold Alacritech harmless
from and against any and all claims arising out of use of the adapter
product in such applications by Licensee or Sublicensees.

SOFTWARE: Software provided with the adapter product is not covered
under the hardware warranty described above. See the applicable software
license agreement that shipped with the adapter product for details on any
software warranty.

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FCC COMPLIANCE STATEMENT

NOTE: 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.
These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful
interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses
and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in
accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio
communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not
occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful
interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by
turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct
the interference by one or more of the following measures:

■ Reorient the receiving antenna

■ Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver

■ Move the computer away from the receiver

■ Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different

from that to which the receiver is connected.

The user may find the following booklet prepared by the Federal
Communications Commission helpful:

The Interference Handbook

This booklet is available from the U.S. Government Printing Office,
Washington, D.C. 20402. Stock No. 004-000-00345-4.

NOTE: In order to maintain compliance with the limits of a Class B digital
device, Alacritech requires that you use network cables of a specific
quality when connecting this device. For 100BASE-TX operation, your
network cables must be Category 5, twisted pair wiring. For 10BASE-T
operation, use Category 3, 4 or 5 twisted-pair wiring. If you use this
adapter in a residential environment, you must use Category 5 cables.

Changes or modifications not expressly approved by Alacritech could void
the user’s authority to operate this equipment.

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FCC DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY

We, Alacritech Inc., at
234 E. Gish Road
San Jose, CA 95112
[phone]
declare under our sole responsibility that the product
Alacritech SLIC P/N’s 100000, 100001, 100004, 100005, and 100007
Comply with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the
following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful
interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received,
including interference that may cause undesired operation.

VCCI Declaration Of Conformity

This 100000, 100001, 100004, 100005, and 100007 are Class B products
based on the standard of the Voluntary Control Council For Interference by
Information Technology Equipment (VCCI). If this is used near a radio or
television receiver in a domestic environment, it may cause radio
interference. Install and use the equipment according to the instruction
manual.

EN Declaration of Conformity

The 100000, 100001, 100004, 100005, & 100007 have been tested in
accordance with the application of Council Directive 89/336/EEC, Article
4a. Conformity is declared by the application of EN55022 Class B (CISPR

22), EN55024, and EN60950.

Compliance is dependent upon the use of shielded data cables

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