AT-2900 Series Adapters
Gigabit Ethernet Network Interface Cards
AT-2916SX
AT-2916LX10/LC
AT-2931SX
AT-2972SX
AT-2972LX10/LC
Installation and User’s Guide
613-001746 Rev. A
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Electrical Safety and Emissions Standards
This product meets the following standards.
Federal Communications Commission Interference Statement
Declaration of Conformity
Manufacturer Name: Allied Telesis, Inc.
Declares that the product: Gigabit Ethernet Adapters
Model Numbers: AT-2916SX, AT-2916LX10/LC, AT-2931SX, AT-2972SX, AT-2972LX10/LC
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of
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 or television reception. 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 of the following measures:
- Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
- Increase the separation between the equipment and the receiver.
- Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected.
- Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.
This device complies with part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions:
(1) This device must not cause harmful interference, and
(2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.
FCC Caution: Any changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void
the user’s authority to operate this equipment.
IMPORTANT NOTE:
FCC Radiation Exposure Statement:
This equipment complies with FCC radiation exposure limits set forth for an uncontrolled environment. End users must
follow the specific operating instructions for satisfying RF exposure compliance.
This transmitter must not be co-located or operating in conjunction with any other antenna or transmitter.
IEEE802.11b or 802.11g operation of this product in the U.S.A. is firmware-limited to channels 1 through 11.
Industry Canada
This Class A digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003.
Cet appareil numérique de la classe A est conforme à la norme NMB-003 du Canada.
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(RoHS) in Electrical and Electronic Equipment
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Substances (RoHS) in Electrical and Electronic Equipment. Allied Telesis ensures RoHS conformance by requiring
supplier Declarations of Conformity, monitoring incoming materials, and maintaining manufacturing process controls.
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RFI Emissions FCC Class B, EN55022 Class B, VCCI Class B, C-TICK, CE
Immunity EN55024
Electrical Safety EN60950 (TUV), UL 60950 (
Laser Safety EN60825
CULUS
)
Translated Safety Statements
Important: The indicates that a translation of the safety statement is available in a PDF
document titled “Translated Safety Statements” on the Allied Telesis website at
www.alliedtelesis.com/support/software.
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Contents
Preface .............................................................................................................................................................. 9
Document Conventions .................................................................................................................................................10
Contacting Allied Telesis ...............................................................................................................................................11
Chapter 1: Overview .....................................................................................................................................................13
Functional Description...................................................................................................................................................14
Contents of Your Shipment ....................................................................................................................................14
LEDs..............................................................................................................................................................................16
AT-2900 Series Adapter Software Drivers ....................................................................................................................17
Supported Operating Systems ...............................................................................................................................17
Software Driver Features .......................................................................................................................................17
Failover Teaming...........................................................................................................................................................19
Chapter 2: Installing the Hardware ...........................................................................................................................21
Reviewing Safety Precautions.......................................................................................................................................22
Pre-Installation Checklist...............................................................................................................................................24
Installing a Network Adapter Card.................................................................................................................................25
Connecting the Network Cables....................................................................................................................................29
Warranty Registration....................................................................................................................................................31
Chapter 3: Installing Windows Server 2003 and Windows XP Driver Software ...........................................33
Installing the Driver Software ........................................................................................................................................34
Using the Driver Installer........................................................................................................................................34
Updating the Adapter Software ..............................................................................................................................36
Modifying Configuration Properties ........................................................................................................................39
Uninstalling the Driver Software ....................................................................................................................................41
Chapter 4: Installing Windows 2008 R2, Windows Vista, and Windows 7 Driver Software ......................43
Installing the Driver Software ........................................................................................................................................44
Selecting the Device Manager ...............................................................................................................................44
Installing the Windows 2008 R2, Windows, Vista, and Windows 7 Driver Software .............................................. 47
Uninstalling the Driver Software ....................................................................................................................................50
Chapter 5: Setting Advanced Properties ................................................................................................................53
802.1p QOS ..................................................................................................................................................................55
Ethernet@Wirespeed™ (AT-2972/T2 only) ..................................................................................................................57
Flow Control ..................................................................................................................................................................58
Jumbo Mtu.....................................................................................................................................................................59
Interrupt Moderation ......................................................................................................................................................60
IPSec Offload ................................................................................................................................................................61
Large Send Offload Property.........................................................................................................................................63
Network Address ...........................................................................................................................................................64
Priority & VLAN .............................................................................................................................................................65
Receive Side Scaling ....................................................................................................................................................66
Speed & Duplex Mode ..................................................................................................................................................67
Checksum Offload.........................................................................................................................................................68
VLAN ID ........................................................................................................................................................................69
Wake Up Capabilities ....................................................................................................................................................70
WOL Speed...................................................................................................................................................................72
Chapter 6: Installing the Linux Driver Software ....................................................................................................73
Installing the Linux Driver Software ...............................................................................................................................74
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Building a Driver from a TAR File...........................................................................................................................74
Network Installation .......................................................................................................................................................76
Removing the Linux Driver from a TAR Installation .......................................................................................................77
Module Parameters .......................................................................................................................................................78
Chapter 7: Installing the Novell NetWare Driver Software .................................................................................83
Driver Installation...........................................................................................................................................................84
Pre-Installation Requirements .......................................................................................................................................85
Installing Novell NetWare Server 5.x or 6.0 Driver Software .........................................................................................86
Verifying or Modifying Adapter Parameters ...................................................................................................................88
Removing Drivers from Autoexec.ncf ............................................................................................................................93
Chapter 8: Installing the NDIS2 Driver Software for MS-DOS Platforms ........................................................95
Installing the NDIS2 Driver Software for Use on MS-DOS Platforms ............................................................................96
Pre-Installation Requirements ................................................................................................................................96
Modifying the Startup Disk .....................................................................................................................................96
Using Keywords for the B57.dos Drivers.....................................................................................................................101
Chapter 9: Installing the PXE Boot Agent .............................................................................................................103
Overview......................................................................................................................................................................104
Setup BIOS ..........................................................................................................................................................104
Server Setup................................................................................................................................................................105
Windows Server 2003 and Windows XP ..............................................................................................................105
DOS UNDI/APITEST............................................................................................................................................105
Red Hat Linux.......................................................................................................................................................105
Chapter 10: Troubleshooting ...................................................................................................................................107
Hardware Diagnostics..................................................................................................................................................108
Checking Port LEDs on the Adapter............................................................................................................................109
Troubleshooting Checklist ...........................................................................................................................................110
Verifying the Correct Drivers are Loaded ....................................................................................................................111
NetWare ...............................................................................................................................................................111
Linux.....................................................................................................................................................................111
Testing Network Connectivity ......................................................................................................................................113
Windows Server 2003 ..........................................................................................................................................113
NetWare ...............................................................................................................................................................114
Linux.....................................................................................................................................................................114
Software Problems and Solutions................................................................................................................................116
Microsoft Remote Installation Service (RIS) Instructions .....................................................................................116
Windows Server 2003 ..........................................................................................................................................116
Miscellaneous.......................................................................................................................................................116
Chapter 11: DOS Diagnostics ..................................................................................................................................119
Introduction..................................................................................................................................................................120
DOS Prompt Commands.............................................................................................................................................121
Diagnostic Tests ..........................................................................................................................................................122
Test Names ..........................................................................................................................................................122
Test Descriptions..................................................................................................................................................122
Error Messages ...........................................................................................................................................................129
Appendix A: Specifications .......................................................................................................................................133
Physical Specifications ................................................................................................................................................133
Environmental Specifications.......................................................................................................................................133
Power Specifications ...................................................................................................................................................134
Performance Specifications.........................................................................................................................................134
Optical Specifications ..................................................................................................................................................135
Appendix B: Cleaning Fiber Optic Connectors ....................................................................................................137
Using a Cartridge-Type Cleaner..................................................................................................................................138
Using a Swab ..............................................................................................................................................................140
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Figures
Figure 1. Removing the PC Cover.......................................................................................................................................25
Figure 2. Removing the Faceplate From PCI Slot...............................................................................................................26
Figure 3. Inserting the Network Adapter Card .....................................................................................................................27
Figure 4. Securing the Adapter Card...................................................................................................................................28
Figure 5. Welcome to the Found New Hardware Wizard Window.......................................................................................35
Figure 6. Found New Hardware Wizard Window.................................................................................................................35
Figure 7. Windows Server 2003 Start Window....................................................................................................................37
Figure 8. Run Window .........................................................................................................................................................37
Figure 9. Device Manager Window (Network adapter folder is collapsed) ..........................................................................38
Figure 10. Welcome to Hardware Update Wizard Window .................................................................................................38
Figure 11. Hardware Update Wizard Window .....................................................................................................................39
Figure 12. System Properties Dialog Box............................................................................................................................40
Figure 13. Windows 2008 R2 and Windows 7 Search Box .................................................................................................44
Figure 14. Windows Vista Start Menu .................................................................................................................................45
Figure 15. Windows Vista Run Window...............................................................................................................................45
Figure 16. Device Manager Window....................................................................................................................................46
Figure 17. Device Manager Window: Ethernet Controller ...................................................................................................47
Figure 18. Update Driver Software - Ethernet Controller Window .......................................................................................48
Figure 19. Update Driver Software: Ethernet Controller: Browse ........................................................................................49
Figure 20. Update Driver Software - Confirmation Window.................................................................................................49
Figure 21. Advanced Tab ....................................................................................................................................................56
Figure 22. Run Command Window....................................................................................................................................113
Figure 23. Command Window with pconfig/all displayed ..................................................................................................114
Figure 24. Command Window with ping displayed............................................................................................................114
Figure 25. Ferrule in an SC Connector Plug......................................................................................................................137
Figure 26. Unclean and Clean Ferrule...............................................................................................................................137
Figure 27. Cartridge Cleaner .............................................................................................................................................138
Figure 28. Rubbing the Ferrule Tip on the Cleaning Surface ....................................................................
Figure 29. Lint-Free and Alcohol-Free Swabs ...................................................................................................................140
Figure 30. Cleaning a Recessed Ferrule...........................................................................................................................140
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Figures
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Preface
This guide contains instructions on how to install the AT-2900 Series
Gigabit Ethernet Network adapters. In addition, procedures are provided
that describe how to install and configure the driver software.
The Preface contains the following sections:
“Document Conventions” on page 10
“Contacting Allied Telesis” on page 11
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Preface
Note
Caution
Warning
Document Conventions
This document uses the following conventions:
Notes provide additional information.
Cautions inform you that performing or omitting a specific action
may result in equipment damage or loss of data.
Warnings inform you that performing or omitting a specific action
may result in bodily injury.
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Contacting Allied Telesis
If you need assistance with this product, you may contact Allied Telesis
technical support by going to the Support & Services section of the Allied
Telesis web site at www.alliedtelesis.com/support. You can find links for
the following services on this page:
24/7 Online Support — Enter our interactive support center to
search for answers to your product questions in our knowledge
database, to check support tickets, to learn about RMAs, and to
contact Allied Telesis technical experts.
USA and EMEA phone support — Select the phone number that
best fits your location and customer type.
Hardware warranty information — Learn about Allied Telesis
warranties and register your product online.
Replacement Services — Submit a Return Merchandise
Authorization (RMA) request via our interactive support center.
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Documentation — View the most recent installation and user
guides, software release notes, white papers, and data sheets for
your products.
Software Downloads — Download the latest software releases for
your managed products.
For sales or corporate information, go to www.alliedtelesis.com/
purchase and select your region.
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Preface
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Chapter 1
Overview
This chapter provides an overview to the Allied Telesis AT-2900 Series
Gigabit Ethernet Adapters and contains the following sections:
“Functional Description” on page 14
“LEDs” on page 16
“AT-2900 Series Adapter Software Drivers” on page 17
“Failover Teaming” on page 19
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Functional Description
The AT-2900 Series Gigabit Ethernet Adapters target the increased
congestion experienced at the backbone and server in today’s networks.
These adapters provide a future upgrade path for high-end workstations
that require more bandwidth than Fast Ethernet can provide.
The adapter connects a PCI compliant server or workstation to a Gigabit
Ethernet network. The adapter incorporates a technology that transfers
data at a maximum rate of 2Gbps - 20 times the rate of Fast Ethernet
adapters. In addition, the adapters use fiber optic cabling and a connector
that meets 62.5/125um or 50/125um multimode specifications. These
adapters operate at 1000 Mbps full-duplex mode only.
The AT-2900SX Series of Gigabit Ethernet adapters includes the following
models:
AT-2916SX
AT-2931SX
AT-2972SX
The AT-2916 adapter is a 33/66Mhz 32-bit interface (PCI) card and is
available in three versions:
AT-2916SX/SC adapter
AT-2916SX/LC adapter
AT-2916LX10/LC adapter (suitable for long-haul fiber optic cables)
The AT-2931SX adapter is a 33/66/133Mhz 32/64-bit interface (PCI-X)
card and is available in two versions:
AT-2931SX/SC adapter
AT-2931SX/LC adapter
The AT-2972SX is a PCI Express 1-channel device.
The AT-2972LX10/LC adapter is suitable for long-haul fiber optic cables.
The AT-2972SX has one port. All ports have LC connectors.
The adapter versions differ only in their PCI connector type. The SC
version adapters have an SC connector, and the LC version adapters
have an LC connector. The LEDs and software drivers are identical for all
adapter models and versions.
Contents of Your
Shipment
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Included with your adapter are the following items:
Antistatic bag (used for protecting the adapter when stored or
shipped). Keep the adapter in its packaging until ready for
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installation.
Standard-profile bracket
Inform your network supplier of any missing or damaged items. If you need
to return the adapter, you must pack it in the original (or equivalent)
packing material or the warranty will be voided.
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LEDs
All fiber adapter models have two LEDs: LINK and ACT. The LINK LED
indicates an active link and the ACT (Activity) LED indicates data transfer
status. After the driver is loaded and the cables are connected properly.
The LINK LED is lit and the ACT LED is on if data traffic is present. See
Table 1.
Table 1. Fiber Optic Port LED Status
LED State Description
LINK On Valid fiber link.
Off No fiber link.
ACT Blinking Data traffic is present
between the adapter and
the switch.
Off Data traffic is not present.
The AT-2972T/2 has one copper port with a single LED. For a description,
see Table 2.
Table 2. AT-2972T/2 LED
State Description
On Valid link.
Off No valid link.
Blinking Data traffic is present between the adapter and the switch.
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AT-2900 Series Adapter Software Drivers
An AT-2900 Series adapter is shipped from the factory with the default
Broadcom software driver installed. To update the software driver, you
have two options:
If your system has an Internet connection, you can download the
AT-2900 software driver from the Microsoft’s Update Manager.
This utility is accessed through the Start button. However, the
Microsoft Update Manager may not have the latest Allied Telesis
software drivers.
You can download the latest version of the software driver from the
Allied Telesis website at www.alliedtelesis.com/support/
software.
This manual provides instructions to download the software driver from the
Allied Telesis website and install it on your adapter.
Supported
Operating
Systems
Software Driver
Features
The AT-2900 Series Adapters support software drivers on the following
operating systems:
Windows Server 2003
Windows XP
Windows 2008 R2
Windows Vista
Windows 7
Linux
Novell NetWare
MS-DOS
The following is a list of the AT-2900 Series Gigabit Ethernet Adapters
features for all of the supported operating systems:
Flow Control (IEEE 802.3X)
Jumbo frames (9 KB)
Layer 2 Priority Encoding (802.1P)
Adaptive interrupt frequency
Integrated 96 KB Frame Buffer Memory
Support for PXE
Load balancing
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Note
Novell NetWare 5.1 does not support Jumbo Frames.
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Failover Teaming
Note
Note
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Failover Teaming provides redundant adapter operation in the event that a
network connection fails. When multiple Allied Telesis Gigabit Ethernet
adapters are installed in the same server, they can be paired into Teams.
Each team must have at least one adapter, but can support up to eight
adapters. The number of teams is limited by the number of adapters that
are installed.
If the primary adapter in a team is disconnected because of failure of the
adapter, cable, or switch port, the secondary team member becomes
active, redirecting both inbound and outbound traffic originally assigned to
the primary adapter. Sessions are maintained, causing no impact to the
user.
The AT-2900 Series adapters have advanced server features for teaming
and failover. For more information, see the Broadcom Advanced Control
Suite 3 User’s Guide which you can download from the Allied Telesis
website at www.alliedtelesis.com/support/software.
Allied Telesis recommends disabling STP when using the teaming
and fault tolerance features.
Failover Teaming is available with the Broadcom Advanced Control
Suite 3 (BACS 3) utility.
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Chapter 2
Installing the Hardware
The AT-2900 Series adapters can be installed in a server or a workstation.
This chapter describes how to install the adapters.
This chapter contains the following sections:
“Reviewing Safety Precautions” on page 22
“Pre-Installation Checklist” on page 24
“Installing a Network Adapter Card” on page 25
“Connecting the Network Cables” on page 29
“Warranty Registration” on page 31
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Note
Warning
Warning
Warning
Warning
Note
Reviewing Safety Precautions
Please review the following safety precautions before you begin to install
the network adapter card.
The indicates that a translation of the safety statement is
available in a PDF document titled “Translated Safety Statements”
on the Allied Telesis website.
This is a “Class 1 LED product”. L1
Do not stare into the laser beam. L2
Warning: Do not look directly at the fiber optic cable ends or inspect
the cable ends with an optical lens. L6
Do not work on this equipment or cables during periods of lightning
activity. E2
Operating Temperature: This product is designed for a maximum
ambient temperature of 40 degrees C. E7
All Countries: Install this product in accordance with local and
National Electric Codes. E8
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Warning
The adapter is being installed in a system that operates with
voltages that can be lethal. Before you remove the cover of your
system, you must observe the following precautions to protect
yourself and to prevent damage to the system components:
– Remove any metallic objects or jewelry from your
hands and wrists.
– Use only insulated and nonconducting tools.
– Verify that the system is powered off and unplugged
before accessing the internal components.
– Installation or removal of adapters must be
performed in a static-free environment. The use of a
properly grounded wrist strap or other personal
antistatic device and an antistatic mat is strongly
recommended. E39
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Pre-Installation Checklist
1. Check that your system has an appropriate open PCI slot.
2. Verify that your system is using the latest BIOS.
3. If your system is active, shut it down.
4. When system shut down is complete, power OFF and unplug your
system.
5. Holding the adapter card by the edges, remove it from its shipping
package and place it on an antistatic surface.
6. Check the adapter for visible signs of damage, particularly on the
card’s edge connector.
Never attempt to install any damaged adapter. If the adapter is
damaged, report it to Allied Telesis. See “Contacting Allied Telesis” on
page 11.
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Installing a Network Adapter Card
Warning
The following instructions apply to installing an AT-2900 Series Gigabit
Ethernet Network adapter in most systems. Refer to the manuals that were
supplied with your system for details about performing these tasks on your
particular system.
To install the network adapter card, perform the following procedure:
1. Review the “Pre-Installation Checklist” on page 24 and “Reviewing
Safety Precautions” on page 22.
Before installing the adapter, ensure the system power is OFF and
unplugged from the power outlet, and that proper electrical grounding
procedures have been followed.
High voltage inside the system presents a safety hazard. Make sure
the power is off before removing the cover.
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2. Remove the system cover and select any appropriate empty PCI slot.
See Figure 1.
If you do not know how to identify an appropriate PCI slot, refer to your
system documentation.
Figure 1. Removing the PC Cover
3. Select an empty, non-shared PCI slot and remove the faceplate.
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Note
Caution
Keep the faceplate in a safe place. You may need it for future use. See
Figure 2.
Figure 2. Removing the Faceplate From PCI Slot
If you cannot locate or know how to find an appropriate PCI slot,
refer to the documentation that came with your system.
4. Remove the network adapter card from the shipping package and
store the packaging material in a safe location.
Wear a grounding device and observe electrostatic discharge
precautions when installing the network adapter card in a system.
Failure to observe this caution could result in damage to the card.
5. Applying even pressure at both corners of the card, push the adapter
card until it is firmly seated in the appropriate PCI slot.
Make sure the card is securely seated. See Figure 3.
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Note
Note
Caution
Figure 3. Inserting the Network Adapter Card
The connector dock in a 32-bit PCI slot is shorter than in a 64-bit PCI
slot. Although the AT-2931SX adapter is designed to fit in either slot
type, when installed in a 32-bit PCI slot, part of the adapter’s
connector edge remains undocked. This is part of normal operation.
When you install an AT-2931SX adapter in a 32-bit slot, the adapter
operates in 32-bit mode only.
Do not use excessive force when seating the card, because this may
damage the system or the adapter. If the card resists seating,
remove it from the system, realign it, and try again.
6. Secure the network adapter card to the chassis with a Phillips-head
screw (not provided) as shown in Figure 4.
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Note
Figure 4. Securing the Adapter Card
7. Replace the system’s cover and secure it with the screws removed in
Step 2.
8. Disconnect any personal antistatic devices.
9. Power the system on.
If you installed the adapter card in a Microsoft Windows Operating
system before installing the driver software, the Found New
Hardware Wizard launches automatically. For more information,
refer to the chapter for your Windows Operating system.
Once the system returns to proper operation, the adapter hardware is fully
installed. Next, connect the network cables. See “Connecting the Network
Cables” on page 29.
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Connecting the Network Cables
Warning
Note
All the fiber Gigabit Ethernet network adapters have two fiber optic
connectors for attaching the system to a compatible link partner, or an
IEEE 802.3z compliant gigabit switch. After connecting the system to the
network and power is supplied, the adapter performs auto-negotiation and
attempts to establish the connection at 1000 Mbps full-duplex only.
To connect a network cable to the adapter, perform the following
procedure:
1. Prepare a fiber optic cable according to the specifications in Table 3.
Table 3. 1000BASE-SX Fiber Optic Cable Specifications
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Port Type Connector Media
1000BASE-SX Fiber Optic 50 µm multimode
850 nm
1000BASE-SX Fiber Optic 62.5 µm multimode
850 nm
1000BASE-LX Fiber Optic 9.125 µm single mode
1310 nm
The fiber optic ports contain a Class 1 laser device. When the ports
are disconnected, always cover them with the provided plug.
Exposed ports may cause skin or eye damage.
2. Connect one end of the cable to the adapter.
3. Connect the other end of the cable to the appropriate Ethernet network
port or fiber optic port.
Maximum
Distance
550 meters
(1,804 feet)
275 meters
(853 feet)
10 kilometer
(6.213 miles)
After the cable is properly connected at both ends, the adapter port
LEDs should be functional. See Table 1 on page 16 for a description
of adapter port LED operation. For driver installation and
configuration instructions, refer to the software configuration for a
specific driver.
The AT-2972T/2 has two copper connectors. After you connect to the
network, the adapter performs auto-negotiation and attempts to establish
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the connection at the appropriate speed and duplex mode.
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Warranty Registration
Allied Telesis hardware products are covered under limited warranties.
Some products have a longer coverage than others.
All Allied Telesis warranties are subject to and provided only on the terms
and conditions set out in the Allied Telesis Limited Warranties listed on the
Allied Telesis website at alliedtelesis.com/support/warranty.
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Chapter 3
Installing Windows Server 2003 and Windows XP Driver Software
This chapter describes how to install the Windows Server 2003 and
Windows XP driver software. This chapter contains the following sections:
“Installing the Driver Software” on page 34
“Uninstalling the Driver Software” on page 41
After you install the driver software, you can modify the configuration
properties as described in see Chapter 5, “Setting Advanced Properties”
on page 53.
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Note
Note
Note
Note
Note
Installing the Driver Software
When a Windows Server 2003 or Windows XP system first boots up after
installing a new Allied Telesis Gigabit Ethernet adapter, the system
automatically detects the new hardware and prompts you to install the
driver software for that device.
There are three installation procedures:
“Using the Driver Installer” on page 34
“Updating the Adapter Software” on page 36
“Modifying Configuration Properties” on page 39
The adapter must be physically installed in your system before
installing the driver software. See Chapter 2, “Installing the
Hardware” on page 21 for details.
Using the Driver
Installer
If the Windows Server 2003 or Windows XP system detects an
adapter and installs a default driver, update the driver as described
in “Updating the Adapter Software” on page 36.
If there is an onboard Broadcom network interface, the native
Broadcom driver may load. You can use this driver, or the latest
driver supplied by Allied Telesis.
When you boot up either operating system after installing the adapter
card, a series of Found New Hardware windows are displayed. You must
have Administrator privileges to install the driver software.
Before beginning this procedure, verify that the Windows Server
2003 or Windows XP system has been upgraded to the latest
version with the latest service pack applied.
If you have a Windows XP system, the window in Figure 5 on page
35 opens. Start with step 1. If you have a Windows Server 2003
system, the window in Figure 6 on page 35 opens. Start with step 3
on the same page.
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To install the adapter software on a Windows Server 2003 or Windows XP
system, do the following:
1. Click Install from a list or specific location (Advanced).
Figure 5. Welcome to the Found New Hardware Wizard Window
2. Click Next.
The second Welcome to the Found New Hardware Wizard Window is
shown in Figure 6.
Figure 6. Found New Hardware Wizard Window
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Note
Note
Note
3. Click Include this location in the search.
4. Click Browse and locate the path of the software driver.
5. Click Next.
6. When the software installation is complete, click Finish to close the
wizard and complete the software installation.
Updating the
Adapter Software
This section provides a procedure for updating the adapter software for
the Windows Server 2003 or Windows XP systems. To obtain the latest
version of an AT-2900 Series adapter software drivers, download it from
the Allied Telesis website at www.alliedtelesis.com/support/software.
You may need to reboot your system after completing the driver
update to properly load the new drivers.
When you update the adapter software on existing devices, the Advanced
Property settings may not be updated unless you remove the existing
device by following the instructions in “Uninstalling the Driver Software” on
page 41. Then perform a scan for hardware changes in the device
manager followed by reinstalling the device with the current adapter
software as described in “Installing the Driver Software” on page 34.
Before uninstalling a device, capture all of the Advanced Property
settings because the properties will be lost.
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Updating the Windows Server 2003 or Windows XP Driver Software
To update the adapter software on a Windows Server 2003 or a Windows
XP system, perform the following procedure.
Update all adapters by repeating the following steps on each device.
1. Start either a Windows Server 2003 or a Windows XP system and
log in.
You must have Administrator privileges to update the driver software.
2. On the desktop, open the Start menu.
See Figure 7 on page 37 for an example of the Start menu.
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Figure 7. Windows Server 2003 Start Window
3. Select Run from the menu and enter the following command:
devmgmt.msc
See Figure 8 for an example of the Run Window.
Figure 8. Run Window
4. Click OK.
The Device Manager Window is shown in Figure 9.
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Figure 9. Device Manager Window (Network adapter folder is collapsed)
5. In the Device Manager window, click the + next to the Network
adapters folder.
The selection expands to show the list of installed network adapter
cards.
6. Right click on the adapter whose driver you want to update and select
Update Driver.
The Hardware Update Wizard Window opens, as shown in Figure 10.
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Figure 10. Welcome to Hardware Update Wizard Window
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7. For a Windows Server 2003 system, skip to step 10. For a Windows
XP system, click No, not this time to copy the driver software from
your PC.
8. Click Next.
The Second New Found Hardware Wizard Window opens, as shown
in Figure 11.
Modifying
Configuration
Properties
Figure 11. Hardware Update Wizard Window
9. Click Install from a list or specified location (Advanced).
10. Click Next.
11. If you are prompted to specify the location of the software driver, click
Browse (do not use the text field) and locate the path.
After you install the driver software, you can modify the configuration
properties. See Chapter 5, “Setting Advanced Properties” on page 53.
Although the default values are appropriate in most cases, you can
change any of the available options to meet the requirements of your
specific system. After the adapter driver software has been installed, you
can use this procedure to access the System Property Dialog box which
provides access to the Advanced Properties on the Advanced Tab. You
must have Administrator privileges to update the driver software.
To access the System Properties Dialog box, perform the following
procedure:
1. Start either a Windows Server 2003 or a Windows XP system and
log in.
2. On the desktop, right click My Computer.
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The My Computer window opens.
3. Select Properties from the menu.
The System Properties Dialog box opens, as shown in Figure 12 on
page 40.
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Figure 12. System Properties Dialog Box
For instructions that describe how to set the Advanced Properties, see
Chapter 5, “Setting Advanced Properties” on page 53.
Uninstalling the Driver Software
Caution
Note
Note
Before physically removing an adapter from your system, you must
uninstall the adapter driver software.
Before uninstalling the Allied Telesis device, be sure to capture all
Advanced Property settings because the properties are lost during
the uninstall process.
To uninstall the adapter software from your system, perform the following
procedure:
1. Start Windows Server 2003 or Windows XP and log in.
You must have Administrator privileges to remove the driver
software.
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2. Choose from the following:
If you have a Windows Server 2003 Server system, click Start.
Then select the Control Panel from the menu. Double-click the
System icon.
If you have a Windows XP system, right click on My Computer
Then select Properties from the menu.
The Device Manager Window opens. It is shown in Figure 9 on page
38.
3. In the Device Manager window, click the + next to the Network
adapters folder.
The selection expands to show the list of installed network adapter
cards.
4. Right-click on the adapter to be removed and select Uninstall.
A Confirm Device Removal window opens.
5. Click OK to complete the uninstall.
Not all driver files are removed as part of this procedure.
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Chapter 4
Note
Installing Windows 2008 R2, Windows Vista, and Windows 7 Driver Software
This chapter describes how to install the Windows 2008 R2, Windows
Vista, and Windows 7 driver software on an AT-2900 Series adapter. The
installation procedures are identical for both the 32-bit and 64-bit Windows
Operating Systems.
This chapter contains the following sections:
“Installing the Driver Software” on page 44
“Uninstalling the Driver Software” on page 50
To set Advanced Properties, see Chapter 5, “Setting Advanced
Properties” on page 53.
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Installing the Driver Software
After you install an AT-2900 Series adapter, the system detects the new
hardware and creates an entry in the Device Manager when the Windows
operating system first boots up. Shortly after you log in, you need to install
the driver software for the AT-2900 Series adapter. To install or update the
driver software, you must have administrative privileges.
This section provides the following procedures:
“Selecting the Device Manager” on page 44
“Installing the Windows 2008 R2, Windows, Vista, and Windows 7
Driver Software” on page 47
Selecting the
Device Manager
You must access the Device Manager during the both the install and
uninstall procedures. Each operating system has its own method of
selecting the Device Manager. See the following procedures:
“Selecting the Device Manager in Windows 2008 R2 and Windows 7”
on page 44
“Selecting the Device Manager in Windows Vista” on page 45
Selecting the Device Manager in Windows 2008 R2 and Windows 7
To select the Device Manager in Windows 2008 R2 or Windows 7, do the
following:
1. Select the Start button. See Figure 13 on page 44.
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Figure 13. Windows 2008 R2 and Windows 7 Search Box
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2. Enter the following command:
mmc compmgmt.msc
The Device Manager window is displayed. For an example of the
Device Manager window, see Figure 9 on page 38.
Selecting the Device Manager in Windows Vista
To select the Device Manager in the Windows Vista Operating System, do
the following:
1. Select the Start menu.
See Figure 14 for an example of the Windows Vista Start menu.
Figure 14. Windows Vista Start Menu
2. From the Start Menu, select Run.
The Windows Vista Run window is displayed. See Figure 15.
Figure 15. Windows Vista Run Window
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3. Enter the following command in the Run window:
mmc devmgmt.msc
4. From the Computer Management Window, select Device Manager in
the left panel. The Device Manager window is displayed. See Figure
16 on page 46.
On the Device Manager window, “Allied Telesis AT-2972SX Gbps
Fiber Ethernet” is listed under “Network adapters.”
The Device Manager window for an AT-2972SX adapter is shown in
Figure 16.
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Figure 16. Device Manager Window
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Installing the
Windows 2008
R2, Windows,
Vista, and
Windows 7
Driver Software
To obtain the latest version of an AT-2900 Series adapter software drivers,
download it from the Allied Telesis website at www.alliedtelesis.com/
support/software.
To install the Windows 2008 R2, Windows Vista, or Windows 7 Operating
System driver software, do the following:
The adapter must be physically installed in your system before you
install the driver software. See Chapter 2, “Installing the Hardware”
on page 21 for instructions.
1. Start a Windows operating system and log in.
2. Open the Device Manager.
For instructions on how to open the Device Manager, see one of the
following procedures:
r “Selecting the Device Manager in Windows 2008 R2 and Windows 7”
on page 44
r “Selecting the Device Manager in Windows Vista” on page 45
3. In the Device Manager window, click the + next to the Network
adapters folder.
The selection expands to show the list of installed network adapter
cards installed on your PC. An AT-2900 Series adapter is listed either
by its Allied Telesis name or “Broadcom NetExtreme.”
4. Right click Ethernet Controller and select Update Driver Software.
See Figure 17 for an example of the Device Manger window with
Ethernet Controller selected.
Figure 17. Device Manager Window: Ethernet Controller
The Update Driver Software - Ethernet Controller Window is displayed.
See Figure 18.
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Figure 18. Update Driver Software - Ethernet Controller Window
5. Click Browse my computer for driver software.
The Update Driver Software - Ethernet Controller: Browse for Driver
Software Window is displayed. See Figure 20 on page 49.
6. Click Browse to search your computer for the location of the driver
software. See Figure 19.
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Figure 19. Update Driver Software: Ethernet Controller: Browse
7. Click Next. A confirmation message is displayed. See Figure 20.
Figure 20. Update Driver Software - Confirmation Window
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Note
Caution
Uninstalling the Driver Software
Before physically removing an adapter from your system, you need to
uninstall the driver software first. The procedure in this section describes
how to uninstall the driver software.
You must have Administrator privileges to remove the driver
software.
Before uninstalling the Allied Telesis device, be sure to capture all of
the Advanced Property settings because the properties are lost
during the uninstall process.
To uninstall the driver software from your system, do the following:
1. Start a Windows 2008 R2, Windows Vista, or Windows 7 Operating
System on your laptop and log in.
2. Open the Device Manager.
For instructions on how to open the Device Manager, see the
following:
– “Selecting the Device Manager in Windows 2008 R2
and Windows 7” on page 44
– “Selecting the Device Manager in Windows Vista” on
page 45
The Device Manager Window is shown in Figure 16 on page 46.
3. In the Device Manager window, click the + next to the Network
adapters folder.
The selection expands to show the list of installed network adapter
cards.
4. Right-click on the adapter you want to remove and select Uninstall.
A Confirm Device Removal window opens.
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5. Click OK to complete the uninstall.
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Not all of the driver files are removed as a result of this procedure.
You can remove additional drivers and installation files by selecting
the check box to remove these files.
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Chapter 5
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Setting Advanced Properties
The Windows Advanced Properties are accessible from the Advanced
Tab. For Windows Server 2003 and Windows XP systems, you access the
Advanced Tab through the System Properties Dialog Box. For the
Windows 2008 R2, Windows Vista, and Windows 7 Operating System
software, you access the Advanced Tab through the Device Manager.
In most cases, the default property values available on the Advanced Tab
are appropriate although you can change any of the available options to
meet the requirements of your system. You must have Administrator
privileges to modify the driver software. After the driver software has been
installed, you can use the following procedures to verify or change the
adapter’s advanced properties:
“802.1p QOS” on page 55
“Ethernet@Wirespeed™ (AT-2972/T2 only)” on page 57
“Flow Control” on page 58
“Jumbo Mtu” on page 59
“Interrupt Moderation” on page 60
“IPSec Offload” on page 61
“Large Send Offload Property” on page 63
“Network Address” on page 64
“Priority & VLAN” on page 65
“Receive Side Scaling” on page 66
“Speed & Duplex Mode” on page 67
“Checksum Offload” on page 68
“VLAN ID” on page 69
“Wake Up Capabilities” on page 70
“WOL Speed” on page 72
After you upgrade the driver software, the Advanced Properties may
change.
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Note
The procedures in the sections listed above may differ slightly if the
“Classic Start Menu” is set on your computer.
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802.1p QOS
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The 802.1p QOS property is a standard that enables Quality of Service
(QOS). It is responsible for the QOS provisions on the local segment, and
the avoidance of the “all packets are treated equally” issue, which falls
onto the hub or switch servicing segment. The 802.1p QOS property
provides prioritization of packets traversing a subnet. Thus, when the local
segment becomes congested and the hub or switch workload results in the
delay (dropping) of packets, those packets with flags that correspond to
higher priorities receive preferential treatment and are serviced before
packets with lower priorities.
To enable or disable the 802.1p QOS property, perform the following
procedure:
1. For Windows Server 2003 and Windows XP systems, access the
System Properties Dialog Box. See “Modifying Configuration
Properties” on page 39.
For Windows 2008 R2, Windows 7, and Windows Vista systems,
access the Device Manger for your operating system:
To access the Device Manager window in Windows 2008 R2 or
Windows 7, see “Selecting the Device Manager in Windows 2008
R2 and Windows 7” on page 44.
To access the Windows Vista Device Manager, see “Selecting the
Device Manager in Windows Vista” on page 45.
2. Click the Advanced tab.
The Advanced tab is shown in Figure 21 on page 56.
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Figure 21. Advanced Tab
3. From the Properties list, select 802.1p QOS.
4. From the Values list, select one of the following:
Enable - Enables the 802.1p QOS property.
Disable - Disables the 802.1p QOS property. This is the default.
Enabling 802.1p QOS requires an 802.1p-aware switch.
5. Click OK.
6. If prompted to restart your computer, click Yes.
Although it is not necessary to reboot the system for new adapter
properties to take effect, rebooting is recommended to reinitialize all
registers.
7. Verify that the adapter port LEDs operate as described in “LEDs” on
page 16.
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Ethernet@Wirespeed™ (AT-2972/T2 only)
The Ethernet@Wirespeed property enables a Gigabit Ethernet adapter to
establish a link at a lower speed when only two pairs of wires are available
in the cabling plant. This property is available on the AT-2972/T2 adapter
only. By default, the Ethernet@Wirespeed property is enabled.
To change the Ethernet@Wirespeed property, perform the following
procedure:
1. For Windows Server 2003 and Windows XP systems, access the
System Properties Dialog Box. See “Modifying Configuration
Properties” on page 39.
For Windows 2008 R2, Windows 7, and Windows Vista systems,
access the Device Manger for your operating system:
To access the Device Manager window in Windows 2008 R2 or
Windows 7, see “Selecting the Device Manager in Windows 2008
R2 and Windows 7” on page 44.
To access the Windows Vista Device Manager, see “Selecting the
Device Manager in Windows Vista” on page 45.
2. Click the Advanced tab. The Advanced tab is shown in Figure 21 on
page 56.
3. From the Properties list, select Ethernet@Wirespeed.
4. From the Values list, select one of the following:
Enable - Enables Ethernet@Wirespeed. This is the default.
Disable - Disables Ethernet@Wirespeed.
5. Click OK.
6. If prompted to restart your computer, click Yes.
Although it is not necessary to reboot the system for new adapter
properties to take effect, rebooting is recommended to reinitialize all
registers.
7. Verify that the adapter port LEDs operate as described in “LEDs” on
page 16.
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Flow Control
The Flow Control property allows you to enable or disable the receipt or
transmission of PAUSE frames which allow the adapter and the switch to
control the transmit rate. The port side that receives the PAUSE frame
momentarily stops transmitting. The recommended selection is Disable,
which configures the adapter to ignore PAUSE frames. By default, the
Flow Control property is disabled.
To change the Flow Control property, do the following:
1. For Windows Server 2003 and Windows XP systems, access the
System Properties Dialog Box. See “Modifying Configuration
Properties” on page 39.
For Windows 2008 R2, Windows 7, and Windows Vista systems,
access the Device Manger for your operating system:
To access the Device Manager window in Windows 2008 R2 or
Windows 7, see “Selecting the Device Manager in Windows 2008
R2 and Windows 7” on page 44.
To access the Windows Vista Device Manager, see “Selecting the
Device Manager in Windows Vista” on page 45.
2. Click the Advanced tab. The Advanced tab is shown in Figure 21 on
page 56.
3. From the Property list on the Advanced tab, select Flow Control.
4. From the Value list on the Advanced tab, select one of the following:
Auto - (default) PAUSE frame receipt and transmission is
optimized.
Disable - PAUSE frame receipt and transmission is disabled
(recommended).
Rx PAUSE - PAUSE frame receipt is enabled.
Rx/Tx PAUSE - PAUSE frame receipt and transmission is
enabled.
Tx PAUSE - PAUSE frame transmission is enabled.
5. Click OK.
6. If prompted to restart your computer, click Yes.
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Although it is not necessary to reboot the system for the new settings,
rebooting is recommended to reinitialize all registers.
7. Verify that the port LED operates as described in “LEDs” on page 16.
Jumbo Mtu
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The Jumbo Mtu property allows the adapter to transmit and receive
oversized Ethernet frames that are greater than 1,514 bytes but less than
9,000 bytes in length. Note that this property requires a switch that is able
to process large frames.
By default, the Jumbo Mtu property is set to 1500 bytes.
To increase the size of the received frames, do the following:
1. For Windows Server 2003 and Windows XP systems, access the
System Properties Dialog Box. See “Modifying Configuration
Properties” on page 39.
For Windows 2008 R2, Windows 7, and Windows Vista systems,
access the Device Manger for your operating system:
To access the Device Manager window in Windows 2008 R2 or
Windows 7, see “Selecting the Device Manager in Windows 2008
R2 and Windows 7” on page 44.
To access the Windows Vista Device Manager, see “Selecting the
Device Manager in Windows Vista” on page 45.
2. Click the Advanced tab.
The Advanced tab is shown in Figure 21 on page 56.
3. From the Properties list, select Flow Control.
4. From the Values list, increment the byte quantity in 500-byte
increments.
5. Click OK.
6. If prompted to restart your computer, click Yes.
Although it is not necessary to reboot the system for new adapter
properties to take effect, rebooting is recommended to reinitialize all
registers.
7. Verify that the adapter port LEDs operate as described in “LEDs” on
page 16.
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Interrupt Moderation
Interrupt moderation enables adaptive interrupt coalescing, which limits
the rate of interrupt to the CPU during packet transmission and packet
reception. The disabled option allows one interrupt for every packet
transmission and packet reception. The default value is Enabled.
To change the Interrupt Moderation setting, do the following:
1. For Windows Server 2003 and Windows XP systems, access the
System Properties Dialog Box. See “Modifying Configuration
Properties” on page 39.
For Windows 2008 R2, Windows 7, and Windows Vista systems,
access the Device Manger for your operating system:
To access the Device Manager window in Windows 2008 R2 or
Windows 7, see “Selecting the Device Manager in Windows 2008
R2 and Windows 7” on page 44.
To access the Windows Vista Device Manager, see “Selecting the
Device Manager in Windows Vista” on page 45.
2. Click the Advanced tab.
The Advanced tab is shown in Figure 21 on page 56.
3. From the V
Enabled
Disabled
alue list on the Advanced tab, select one of the following:
4. Click OK.
5. If prompted to restart your computer, click Yes.
Although it is not necessary to reboot the system for new adapter
properties to take effect, rebooting is recommended to reinitialize all
registers.
6. Verify that the port LED operates as described in “LEDs” on page 16.
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Traditionally, IPSec has been used for remote connections, but this
feature has moved into the Local Area Network (LAN) to secure local
network traffic against eavesdropping.
Vista’s Next Generation TCP/IP stack provides APIs for accessing
brackets to allow advanced granularity to filter both inbound and outbound
traffic.This was not possible with Microsoft’s XP Operating system. In
addition, Vista’s security management now closely ties the firewall and
IPSec features together by using a snap-in called Windows Firewall with
Advanced Security. The onboard encryption engine on an AT-2900 Series
adapter off-loads this task to the network controller instead of the host
CPU, thereby freeing the host CPU for other important tasks. The offloading feature is unique in the industry and enables you to set tight
security efficiently within your network at a minimal cost.
Microsoft’s Technet website, www.technet.microsoft.com, offers several
technical publications and online seminars that describe Vista’s advanced
IPSec and Firewall features as well as their implementation. These topics
are beyond the scope of this chapter. Instead, Allied Telesis recommends
that you consult Technet for additional information.
By default, the IPSec Offload property is set to Disabled.
The IPSec Offload feature applies only to Windows Vista and
Windows 7.
To change the IPSec Offload setting, do the following:
1. For Windows Server 2003 and Windows XP systems, access the
System Properties Dialog Box. See “Modifying Configuration
Properties” on page 39.
For Windows 2008 R2, Windows 7, and Windows Vista systems,
access the Device Manger for your operating system:
To access the Device Manager window in Windows 2008 R2 or
Windows 7, see “Selecting the Device Manager in Windows 2008
R2 and Windows 7” on page 44.
To access the Windows Vista Device Manager, see “Selecting the
Device Manager in Windows Vista” on page 45.
2. Click the Advanced tab.
The Advanced tab is shown in Figure 21 on page 56.
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3. From the Value list on the Advanced tab, select one of the following:
Auth Header & ESP Enabled
Auth Header Enabled
Disabled
ESP Enabled
4. Click OK.
5. If prompted to restart your computer, click Yes.
Although it is not necessary to reboot the system for new adapter
properties to take effect, rebooting is recommended to reinitialize all
registers.
6. Verify that the port LED operates as described in “LEDs” on page 16.
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Large Send Offload Property
Normally, the protocol stack performs TCP segmentation. When you
enable the Large Send Offload property, the network adapter does the
TCP segmentation. There are several Large Send Offload properties to
choose from, depending on the TCP/IP version you are using on your PC.
You can select IPV4, IPV4 version 2, or IPv6 version 2. By default, the
Large Send Offload Property is disabled.
To change the Large Send Offload property, do the following:
1. For Windows Server 2003 and Windows XP systems, access the
System Properties Dialog Box. See “Modifying Configuration
Properties” on page 39.
For Windows 2008 R2, Windows 7, and Windows Vista systems,
access the Device Manger for your operating system:
To access the Device Manager window in Windows 2008 R2 or
Windows 7, see “Selecting the Device Manager in Windows 2008
R2 and Windows 7” on page 44.
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To access the Windows Vista Device Manager, see “Selecting the
Device Manager in Windows Vista” on page 45.
2. Click the Advanced tab.
The Advanced tab is shown in Figure 21 on page 56.
3. From the P
Large Send Offload (IPv4)
Large Send Offload v2 (IPv4)
Large Send Offload v2 (IPv6)
4. From the V
Enable - Enables the Large Send Offload property.
Disable - Disables the Large Send Offload property. This is the
roperty list on the Advanced tab, select one of the following:
alue list on the Advanced tab, select one of the following:
default.
5. Click OK.
6. If prompted to restart your computer, click Yes.
Although it is not necessary to reboot the system for new adapter
properties to take effect, rebooting is recommended to reinitialize all
registers.
7. Verify that the port LED operates as described in “LEDs” on page 16.
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Network Address
The Network Address is a user-defined address that is used to replace the
MAC address that was originally assigned to the adapter. In some
operating systems, this property is called Locally Administered Address.
The network address consists of a 12-digit hexadecimal number.
To change the Network Address property, do the following:
1. For Windows Server 2003 and Windows XP systems, access the
System Properties Dialog Box. See “Modifying Configuration
Properties” on page 39.
For Windows 2008 R2, Windows 7, and Windows Vista systems,
access the Device Manger for your operating system:
To access the Device Manager window in Windows 2008 R2 or
Windows 7, see “Selecting the Device Manager in Windows 2008
R2 and Windows 7” on page 44.
To access the Windows Vista Device Manager, see “Selecting the
Device Manager in Windows Vista” on page 45.
2. Click the Advanced tab.
The Advanced tab is shown in Figure 21 on page 56.
3. From the P
4. In the V
roperty list on the Advanced tab, select Network Address.
alue list on the Advanced tab, enter the Locally Administered
Address. Here are some guidelines:
The range is 0000 0000 0001 to FFFF FFFF FFFD.
Do not use a multicast address (least significant bit of the high
byte = 1).
Do not use all 0's or all F's.
5. Click OK.
6. If prompted to restart your computer, click Yes.
Although it is not necessary to reboot the system for new adapter
properties to take effect, rebooting is recommended to reinitialize all
registers.
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Priority allows you to prioritize traffic or limit bandwidth instead of treating
all traffic in the same manner. A Virtual Local Area Network (VLAN) is a
logical area network that extends beyond a traditional LAN to a group
of logical LANs.
By default, this property is set to Priority & VLAN Enabled.
To set the port priority and assign a VLAN ID, do the following:
1. For Windows Server 2003 and Windows XP systems, access the
System Properties Dialog Box. See “Modifying Configuration
Properties” on page 39.
For Windows 2008 R2, Windows 7, and Windows Vista systems,
access the Device Manger for your operating system:
To access the Device Manager window in Windows 2008 R2 or
Windows 7, see “Selecting the Device Manager in Windows 2008
R2 and Windows 7” on page 44.
To access the Windows Vista Device Manager, see “Selecting the
Device Manager in Windows Vista” on page 45.
2. Click the Advanced tab.
The Advanced tab is shown in Figure 21 on page 56.
3. From the Property list on the Advanced tab, select Priority & VLAN.
4. In the Value list on the Advanced tab, select one of the following:
Priority & VLAN Disabled
Priority & VLAN Enabled
Priority Enabled
VLAN Enabled
5. Click OK.
6. If prompted to restart your computer, click Yes.
Although it is not necessary to reboot the system for new adapter
properties to take effect, rebooting is recommended to reinitialize all
registers.
7. Verify that the port LED operates as described in “LEDs” on page 16.
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Receive Side Scaling
The Receive Side Scaling (RSS) feature configures RSS queues from 1 to
4. The available options are RSS 1 Queue, RSS 2 Queue, and RSS 4
Queue. By default, RSS is set to Enabled.
To set Receive Side Scaling, do the following:
1. For Windows Server 2003 and Windows XP systems, access the
System Properties Dialog Box. See “Modifying Configuration
Properties” on page 39.
For Windows 2008 R2, Windows 7, and Windows Vista systems,
access the Device Manger for your operating system:
To access the Device Manager window in Windows 2008 R2 or
Windows 7, see “Selecting the Device Manager in Windows 2008
R2 and Windows 7” on page 44.
To access the Windows Vista Device Manager, see “Selecting the
Device Manager in Windows Vista” on page 45.
2. Click the Advanced tab.
The Advanced tab is shown in Figure 21 on page 56.
3. From the Property list on the Advanced tab, select Receive Side
Scaling.
4. In the Value list on the Advanced tab, select one of the following:
Enabled
Disabled
5. Click OK.
6. If prompted to restart your computer, click Yes.
Although it is not necessary to reboot the system for new adapter
properties to take effect, rebooting is recommended to reinitialize all
registers.
7. Verify that the port LED operates as described in “LEDs” on page 16.
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Speed & Duplex Mode
The speed and duplex mode property allows you to set the speed of the
adapter as well as the change the duplex mode from full to half. By default,
the duplex mode is set to a speed of 100 Mb in full duplex mode.
To change the speed and duplex mode of an adapter, do the following:
1. For Windows Server 2003 and Windows XP systems, access the
System Properties Dialog Box. See “Modifying Configuration
Properties” on page 39.
For Windows 2008 R2, Windows 7, and Windows Vista systems,
access the Device Manger for your operating system:
To access the Device Manager window in Windows 2008 R2 or
To access the Windows Vista Device Manager, see “Selecting the
AT-2900 Series Gigabit Ethernet Network Adapters Installation Guide
Windows 7, see “Selecting the Device Manager in Windows 2008
R2 and Windows 7” on page 44.
Device Manager in Windows Vista” on page 45.
2. Click the Advanced tab.
The Advanced tab is shown in Figure 21 on page 56.
3. From the Property list on the Advanced tab, select Speed & Duplex.
4. In the Value list on the Advanced tab, select one of the following:
10 Mb Full
10 Mb Half
100 Mb Full
100 Mb Half
Auto
5. Click OK.
6. If prompted to restart your computer, click Yes.
Although it is not necessary to reboot the system for new adapter
properties to take effect, rebooting is recommended to reinitialize all
registers.
7. Verify that the port LED operates as described in “LEDs” on page 16.
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Checksum Offload
Usually, the Checksum Offload function is computed by the protocol stack.
By selecting one of the Checksum Offload properties, the adapter can
compute the checksum.
To change the Checksum Offload setting, do the following:
1. For Windows Server 2003 and Windows XP systems, access the
System Properties Dialog Box. See “Modifying Configuration
Properties” on page 39.
For Windows 2008 R2, Windows 7, and Windows Vista systems,
access the Device Manger for your operating system:
To access the Device Manager window in Windows 2008 R2 or
Windows 7, see “Selecting the Device Manager in Windows 2008
R2 and Windows 7” on page 44.
To access the Windows Vista Device Manager, see “Selecting the
Device Manager in Windows Vista” on page 45.
2. Click the Advanced tab.
The Advanced tab is shown in Figure 21 on page 56.
3. From the P
roperty list under the Advanced tab, select TCP/UDP
Checksum Offload v4 or TCP/UDP Checksum Offload v6.
4. From the V
None - Disables checksum offloading.
Rx TCP/IP Checksum - Enables receive TCP, IP, and UDP
alue list on the Advanced tab, select one of the following:
checksum offloading.
Tx TCP/IP Checksum - Enables transmit TCP, IP, and UDP
checksum offloading.
Tx/Rx TCP/IP Checksum (default) - Enables transmit and receive
TCP, IP, and UDP checksum offloading.
5. Click OK.
6. If prompted to restart your computer, click Yes.
Although it is not necessary to reboot the system for new adapter
properties to take effect, rebooting is recommended to reinitialize all
registers.
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VLAN ID
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The VLAN ID specifies the VLAN identifier. It is the number of the VLAN
where the port is an untagged member. You must assign a VLAN ID to a
VLAN. The range is 1 to 4094. The default VLAN has a VLAN ID of 0.
To assign a VLAN ID, do the following:
1. For Windows Server 2003 and Windows XP systems, access the
System Properties Dialog Box. See “Modifying Configuration
Properties” on page 39.
For Windows 2008 R2, Windows 7, and Windows Vista systems,
access the Device Manger for your operating system:
To access the Device Manager window in Windows 2008 R2 or
Windows 7, see “Selecting the Device Manager in Windows 2008
R2 and Windows 7” on page 44.
To access the Windows Vista Device Manager, see “Selecting the
Device Manager in Windows Vista” on page 45.
2. Click the Advanced tab.
The Advanced tab is shown in Figure 21 on page 56.
3. Under P
4. From the V
roperty list on the Advanced tab, select VLAN ID.
alue list on the Advanced tab, choose a VLAN ID from 1 to
4094.
The default VLAN has a VLAN ID of 0.
5. Click OK.
6. If prompted to restart your computer, click Yes.
Although it is not necessary to reboot the system for new adapter
properties to take effect, rebooting is recommended to reinitialize all
registers.
7. Verify that the port LED operates as described in “LEDs” on page 16.
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Wake Up Capabilities
The Wake Up Capabilities property enables the network adapter to wake
up from a low-power mode when it receives a network wake-up frame.
There are two types of wake-up frames: Magic Packet and Wake Up
Frame. The default setting is Both - which implements both the Magic
Packet and Wake Up Frame.
The Wake on LAN (WOL) feature applies to the copper port NIC cards:
WOL is not supported on fiber NIC cards due to power limitations of the
PCI bus. The Gigabit fiber cards in this category are:
AT-2912T
AT-2972T/4
AT-2916SX
AT-2916LX10/LC
AT-2931SX,AT-2972SX
AT-2972LX10/LC
To change the Wake Up Capabilities property, do the following:
1. For Windows Server 2003 and Windows XP systems, access the
System Properties Dialog Box. See “Modifying Configuration
Properties” on page 39.
For Windows 2008 R2, Windows 7, and Windows Vista systems,
access the Device Manger for your operating system:
To access the Device Manager window in Windows 2008 R2 or
Windows 7, see “Selecting the Device Manager in Windows 2008
R2 and Windows 7” on page 44.
To access the Windows Vista Device Manager, see “Selecting the
Device Manager in Windows Vista” on page 45.
2. Click the Advanced tab.
The Advanced tab is shown in Figure 21 on page 56.
3. From the Property list on the Advanced tab, select Wake Up
Capabilities.
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4. From the Value list on the Advanced tab, select one of the following:
Both - Implements Magic Packet and Wake Up Frame.
Magic Packet - Selects Magic Packet as the Wake Up frame.
None - Selects no wake-up frame.
Wake Up Frame - Selects Wake Up Frame as the wake-up frame
and allows the network adapter to wake up the system when an
event, such as a ping or an ARP request, is received.
5. Click OK.
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WOL Speed
The WOL Speed property sets the speed at which the network adapter
connects to the network while the adapter is in Wake on LAN (WOL)
mode. On Windows 2008 R2, Windows Vista, and Windows 7 systems,
the default speed for WOL mode is 100 Mb. This is the only speed
available for an AT-2900 Series adapter running the Windows 2008 R2,
Windows Vista, and Windows 7 operating systems.
The WOL speed is limited to 100 Mb due to power limitations on the PCI
bus. The WOL feature is supported only on copper Gigabit NICs where the
speed must be reduced from 1 Gb to 100 Mb for the NIC power
consumption to be below the maximum power provided by the PCI bus.
On the Windows Server 2003 or Windows XP systems, this property is
available on the AT-2972/T2 adapter only. By default, the WOL Speed
property is set to Auto. However, there are several additional settings
available.
To specify the WOL speed on a Windows Server 2003 or Windows XP
system, perform the following procedure:
1. For Windows Server 2003 and Windows XP systems, access the
System Properties Dialog Box. See “Modifying Configuration
Properties” on page 39.
2. Click the Advanced tab.
The Advanced tab is shown in Figure 21 on page 56.
3. From the Properties list, select WOL Speed.
4. From the Values list, select one of the following:
10 Mb. Sets the speed to 10 Mbit/s. This is the network speed
when the system is in a standby mode awaiting a wake-up frame.
100 Mb. Sets the speed to 100 Mbit/s.
Auto (default). Sets the speed for optimum network connection.
5. Click OK.
6. If prompted to restart your computer, click Yes.
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Although it is not necessary to reboot the system for new adapter
properties to take effect, rebooting is recommended to reinitialize all
registers.
7. Verify that the adapter port LEDs operate as described in “LEDs” on
page 16.
Chapter 6
Installing the Linux Driver Software
This chapter describes the Linux driver for the AT-2900 Series Gigabit
Ethernet Adapters and includes the following sections:
“Installing the Linux Driver Software” on page 74
“Network Installation” on page 76
“Removing the Linux Driver from a TAR Installation” on page 77
“Module Parameters” on page 78
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Note
Note
Installing the Linux Driver Software
The section describes the following Linux driver installations:
“Building a Driver from a TAR File” on page 74
“Removing the tg3 Driver” on page 74
On some newer Distributions and Kernels, it may be necessary to
remove the tg3 driver before loading the tg3 driver supplied on the
CD. Follow the instructions in the “Removing the tg3 Driver” on
page 74.
Building a Driver
from a TAR File
To build a driver from a TAR file, perform the following procedure.
1. Create a directory and extract the TAR files:
tar xvzf tg3-<version>.tgz
2. Build the driver tg3.o as a loadable module for the running kernel:
cd tg3make
Test the driver by loading it:
insmod tg3.o
3. Install the driver and man page:
make install
4. To configure network protocol and address, refer to the manuals
supplied with your operating system.
<version>
/src
Removing the tg3 Driver
Many various Linux distributions may load the native tg3 driver by default
for the Allied Telesis Gigabit Ethernet Network adapters. It may be
necessary to unload the native tg3 driver first, before installing the tg3.o
driver from this installation.
On some Distributions and Kernels, it may be necessary to remove
the native tg3 driver before loading the Allied Telesis tg3.o driver.
Although tg3 is a fully functioning driver, Allied Telesis recommends that
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you use the newer tg3 driver provided by Allied Telesis. Use ifconfig to
bring down all eth# interfaces used by tg3 and enter the following
command to unload the tg3 driver:
rmmod tg3
For more detailed Linux specific information on ifconfig, rmmod, or
modules.conf, refer to the respective man pages.
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Network Installation
For network installations through NFS, FTP, or HTTP (using a network
boot disk or PXE), a driver diskette that contains the tg3 driver may be
needed. The driver diskette images for the most recent Red Hat versions
are included. Boot drivers for other Linux versions can be compiled by
modifying the Makefile and the make environment. Further information is
available from Red Hat's website, http://www.redhat.com.
To create the driver diskette, select the appropriate image file and do the
following:
dd if=dd.img of=/dev/fd0H1440
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Removing the Linux Driver from a TAR Installation
If the driver was installed using make install from the tar file, you must
manually delete the tg3.o driver.
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Module Parameters
Optional parameters for the driver can be supplied as command line
arguments to the insmod command. Typically, these parameters are set in
the file /etc/modules.conf (see the man page for modules.conf). These
parameters take the following form:
<parameter>
=value[,value,...]
where the multiple values for the same parameter are for multiple Allied
Telesis Gigabit Ethernet Network adapters installed in the system.
The default or other meaningful values are used when invalid values
are selected. Some combinations of parameter values may conflict
and lead to failures. The driver cannot detect all such conflicting
combinations.
The module parameters are listed below:
line_speed
Selects the line speed of the link. This parameter is used together
with full_duplex and auto_speed to select the speed and duplex
operation of the link and the setting of Auto-Negotiation. Choose
from the following selections:
– 0 - Autonegotiate for highest speed supported by link
partner (default)
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– 10 - 10 Mbps
– 100 - 100 Mbps
– 1000 - 1000 Mbps
If line_speed is set to 10, 100, or 1000 and the auto_speed is set to
1, the NIC autonegotiates for the selected speed (and selected
duplex mode). If auto_speed is set to 0, the selected speed and
duplex mode are set without Auto-Negotiation. Note that 1000
Mbps must be negotiated for copper twisted pair links.
auto_speed
Enables or disables Auto-Negotiation. Choose from the following
selections:
– 0 - Auto-Negotiation disabled
– 1 - Auto-Negotiation enabled (default)
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Note
This parameter is ignored and assumed to be 1 if the line_speed
parameter is set to 0.
full_duplex
This parameter is used together with line_speed to select the
speed and duplex mode of the link. Note that this parameter is
ignored if line_speed is 0. Choose from the following selections:
– 0 - half duplex
– 1 - full duplex (default)
rx_flow_control
Enables or disables receiving flow control (pause) frames. This
parameter is used together with auto_flow_control. Choose from
the following selections:
– 0 - pause receive disabled
– 1 - pause receive enabled if auto_flow_control is set to
0, or pause receive advertised if auto_flow_control is
set to 1 (default)
tx_flow_control
Enables or disables transmitting flow control (pause) frames. This
parameter is used together with auto_flow_control. Choose from
the following selections:
– 0 - pause transmit disabled
– 1 - pause transmit enabled if auto_flow_control is set to
0, or pause transmit advertised if auto_flow_control is
set to 1 (default)
auto_flow_control
Enables or disables Auto-Negotiation of flow control. This
parameter is used together with rx_flow_control and
tx_flow_control to determine the advertised flow control capability.
Choose from the following selections:
– 0 - flow control Auto-Negotiation disabled
– 1 - flow control Auto-Negotiation enabled with
capability specified in rx_flow_control and
tx_flow_control (only valid if line_speed is set to 0 or
auto_speed is set to 1) (default)
mtu
Enables jumbo frames up to the specified MTU size. The valid
range for this parameter is 1500 to 9000. The default is 1500 which
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is the standard Ethernet (non-jumbo) MTU size. Note that the MTU
size excludes the Ethernet header size of 14 bytes. Actual frame
size is MTU size + 14 bytes.
The MTU size can also be changed using ifconfig after the driver is
loaded. See the ifconfig man page for details.
tx_checksum
Enables or disables hardware transmit TCP/UDP checksum.
Choose from the following selections:
– 0 - checksum disabled
– 1 - checksum enabled (default)
rx_checksum
Enables or disables hardware receive TCP/UDP checksum
validation. Choose from the following selections:
– 0 - checksum disabled
– 1 - checksum enabled (default)
scatter_gather
Enables or disables scatter-gather and 64-bit DMA on x86. This
option is only useful when running on TUX-enabled kernels or
kernels with zero-copy TCP. Choose from the following selections:
– 0 - scatter-gather and 64-bit DMA on x86 disabled
– 1 - scatter-gather and 64-bit DMA on x86 enabled
(default)
tx_pkt_desc_cnt
Configures the number of transmit descriptors. Default is 100. The
valid range is from 1 to 600. Depending on kernel and system
architecture, the driver may require up to 268 bytes per descriptor.
Note that the driver may not be able to allocate the required
amount of memory if this parameter is set too high. This parameter
should not be set less than 80 if adaptive_coalesce (see below) is
enabled.
rx_std_desc_cnt
Configures the number of receive descriptors for frames up to
1528 bytes. Default is 200. The valid range is from 1 to 511. This
parameter should not be set less than 80 on systems with high
network traffic. Setting this parameter higher allows the NIC to
buffer larger bursts of network traffic without dropping frames,
especially on slower systems. Note that the driver may not be able
to allocate the required amount of memory if this parameter is set
too high. This parameter should not be set less than 50 if
adaptive_coalesce (see below) is enabled.
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rx_jumbo_desc_cnt
Configures the number of receive descriptors for jumbo frames
larger than 1528 bytes. The default is 128 and the valid range is
from 1 to 255. When jumbo frames larger than 1528 bytes are
used, do not set this parameter to lower than 60 on systems with
high network traffic. Setting this parameter higher allows the NIC to
buffer larger bursts of jumbo traffic without dropping frames,
especially on slower systems. Depending on kernel and system
architecture, the driver may require up to 268 bytes per descriptor.
Note that each descriptor also requires a buffer the size of a
maximum jumbo frame. On systems with insufficient memory, it
may be necessary to reduce this parameter. This parameter should
not be set to less than 50 if adaptive_coalesce (see below) is
enabled. When the maximum frame size is less than 1528 (MTU
size less than 1514), this parameter is not used and is always 0.
adaptive_coalesce
Enables or disables adaptive adjustments to the various interrupt
coalescing parameters. Enabling it allows the driver to dynamically
adjust the interrupt coalescing parameters to achieve high
throughput during heavy traffic and low latency during light traffic.
Do not set rx_std_desc_cnt (and rx_jumbo_desc_cnt if using
jumbo frames) to less than 50. Also, do not set tx_pkt_desc_cnt to
less than 80 when this parameter is enabled. Choose from the
following selections:
– 0 - disabled
– 1 - enabled (default)
rx_coalesce_ticks
Configures the number of 1 usec ticks before the NIC generates
receive interrupt after receiving a frame. This parameter works in
conjunction with the rx_max_coalesce_frames parameter. Interrupt
is generated when either of these thresholds is exceeded. A value
of 0 means this parameter is ignored and an interrupt is generated
when the rx_max_coalesce_frames threshold is reached. The valid
range is from 0 to 500 and default is 80. This parameter is not used
and is adjusted automatically if adaptive_coalesce is set to 1.
rx_max_coalesce_frames
Configures the number of received frames before the NIC
generates receive interrupt. The valid range is from 0 to 100 and
the default is 15. This parameter and rx_coalesce_ticks cannot
both have a value of 0. If both parameters are set to 0, no receive
interrupts are generated. It should also be set significantly lower
than rx_std_desc_cnt (and rx_jumbo_desc_cnt if using jumbo
frames). This parameter is not used and is adjusted automatically if
adaptive_coalesce is set to 1.
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tx_coalesce_ticks
Configures the number of 1 usec ticks before the NIC generates
transmit interrupt after transmitting a frame. This parameter works
in conjunction with the tx_max_coalesce_frames parameter.
Interrupt is generated when either of these thresholds is exceeded.
A value of 0 means this parameter is ignored and an interrupt is
generated when the tx_max_coalesce_frames threshold is
reached. The valid range is from 0 to 500 and the default is 400.
This parameter is not used and is adjusted automatically if
adaptive_coalesce is set to 1.
tx_max_coalesce_frames
Configures the number of transmitted frames before the NIC
generates transmit interrupt. The valid range is from 0 to 100 and
the default is 40. This parameter and tx_coalesce_ticks cannot
both have a value of 0. If both parameters have a value of 0, no
transmit completion interrupt is generated. This parameter should
always be set lower than tx_pkt_desc_cnt. This parameter is not
used and is adjusted automatically if adaptive_coalesce is set to 1.
stats_coalesce_ticks
Configures the number of 1 usec ticks between periodic statistics
block DMAs. The valid range is from 0 to 3600000000, and the
default is 1000000 (1 sec.). Set this parameter to a value of 0 to
disable statistics updates. This parameter is not used and is set to
default if rx_adaptive_coalesce is set to 1.
enable_wol
Enables or disables magic packet Wake-On-LAN when the system
is shutdown. Note that not all systems support Wake-On-LAN.
Choose from the following selections:
– 0 magic packet Wake-On-LAN disabled (default)
– 1 magic packet Wake-On-LAN enabled
enable_tso
Enables or disables TCP Segmentation Option (TSO) when using
kernels that support it. Choose from the following selections:
– TSO disabled (default)
– TSO enabled
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Installing the Novell NetWare Driver Software
This chapter provides procedures for installing the Novell NetWare driver
software and contains the following sections:
“Driver Installation” on page 84
“Pre-Installation Requirements” on page 85
“Installing Novell NetWare Server 5.x or 6.0 Driver Software” on
page 86
“Verifying or Modifying Adapter Parameters” on page 88
“Removing Drivers from Autoexec.ncf” on page 93
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Driver Installation
This chapter describes how to perform the following tasks:
Verify that the required OS support files are installed on the server
and the NetWare pre-installation parameters are set correctly.
Install the driver software in the Novell NetWare environment.
If necessary, reconfigure the driver software after installation.
For an adapter installation with an existing NetWare server,
NetWare automatically detects the new adapter and attempts to
load the appropriate driver. You can download the latest version of
the software driver from the Allied Telesis website at
www.alliedtelesis.com/support/software.
A commonly used method to install a driver on a NetWare server running
5.x or 6.0 and higher is through NWCONFIG.
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Note
A network device driver must be installed before the AT-2900 Series
Gigabit Ethernet Adapters can be used with your Novell NetWare system.
Before you can successfully install the adapter driver for Novell NetWare,
the adapter card must be physically installed in the server and, typically,
the NetWare OS software must already be running on the server. Make
sure that your server meets the hardware and operating system software
requirements described “Installing the Hardware” on page 21.
To enable the Allied Telesis AT-2900 Series Gigabit Ethernet Adapters to
function correctly, you need to install the latest Novell NetWare support
pack files. The NetWare support pack or patch file(s) needed for the
operating system running on your server are indicated in Table 4.
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Table 4. NetWare Support Files
NetWare OS Support Pack or Patch Files to be Installed
NetWare 5.1 Latest NetWare 5.1
Support Pack
NetWare 6.0 Latest NetWare 6.0
Support Pack
If you are installing NetWare 5.x or 6.0 for the first time on a system,
the process to install the adapter driver occurs during the OS
installation procedure. Install the NetWare 5 support pack after you
have successfully installed the operating system on the server.
To obtain the latest support pack files, go to the Novell support website
and click on the Minimum Patch List option in the navigation bar. Scroll
down the page and, using Table 4 above as a guide, select and download
the latest support pack or patch file(s) for the operating system running on
your server.
The latest support pack
can be found at http://
support.novell.com/
patlst.htm
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Installing Novell NetWare Server 5.x or 6.0 Driver Software
Check that the server has the latest support pack available installed. The
latest support packs can be found at: http://support.novell.com/misc/
patlst.htm. In addition, you can download the latest version of the
software driver from the Allied Telesis website at www.alliedtelesis.com/
support/software.
To install the Novell NetWare Server 5.x or 6.0 driver software, perform
the following procedure:
1. From the NetWare Server console, type LOAD NWCONFIG (or just
NWCONFIG) and press Enter.
2. From the Configuration Options screen, select Driver options and
press Enter.
3. Select the Configure network drivers option and press Enter.
4. Choose the Load an additional driver option and press Enter.
5. Press Enter to select the highlighted driver.
A copy the driver prompt appears.
6. Select Yes and press Enter.
7. Select Yes and press Enter to copy the .LDI file. This is the installation
script for the driver.
8. Follow the instructions for the installation.
9. Select Save parameters and load driver to continue.
10. Choose Exit to return to the server console prompt.
If you are performing an initial installation of NetWare 5.x or 6.0 and
have more than two adapters installed, the install program allows
you to allocate the actual number of packet receive buffers needed
by the adapter. During installation, make sure the RxBuffers value is
set to 32 which is the minimum number of buffers the driver requires
for each adapter. While this setting affects adapter performance, it
allows installation of the operating system and up to eight adapters
during the initial installation. After installation is complete, increase
the number of buffers allocated to the driver as described in
“Verifying or Modifying Adapter Parameters” on page 88.
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11. 5.x or 6.05.x or 6.0 NetWare 5.x or 6.0 has been successfully installed,
set the minimum packet receive buffers parameter in the startup.ncf
file to 1500 for each adapter in the system.
Set the maximum packet receive buffers to three times the minimum
packet receive buffers. Typically 4 MB of RAM is required per 1000
receive buffers. For more information, see “Verifying or Modifying
Adapter Parameters” on page 88.
12. In the autoexec.ncf file, delete the packet receive buffers parameter
(RxBuffers=32) in the load statement for this adapter. Deleting the
receive buffers phrase from the load statement resets the receive
buffers parameter to the default value of 200 for this adapter.
The server needs to be restarted for the new configuration.
Example: The default maximum number of receive buffers for the system
is 500; the default minimum is 128. Edit the startup.ncf file to have the
following entries. The actual numbers will be a function of the number of
ports in the system. The following is an example for a system with 8 ports
installed:
set maximum packet receive buffers = 36000
set minimum packet receive buffers = 12000
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Verifying or Modifying Adapter Parameters
When an adapter configuration is saved, the NetWare install program
adds load and bind statements to the autoexec.ncf file. By accessing this
file, you can verify the parameters configured for each adapter, modify
them, or enter additional parameters.
The Novell monitor program and the config command are also
useful for verifying driver configuration. For information on how to
use these programs, see the Utilities Reference in your Novell
NetWare online documentation.
The parameters that can be defined in the load statements are described
below:
Configuration Parameters for B57.LAN driver:
TxDescriptors
This is to initialize Descriptor resources on the adapter
for transmits.
Min = 100
Max = 512
Default = 120
RxBuffers
This is to pre-allocate receive ECBs & Receive adapter
resources. This setting may be affected by the NetWare
server maximum/minimum packet receive buffer settings.
Min = 32
Max = 1000
Default = 200
RxTicks
This is to enable the use of batching receives within a
specific time period.
Min = 0, disabled
Max = 5000000, 5 seconds
Units are in micro seconds
Default value is 300
TxTicks
This is to enable the use of a transmit “tick” threshold
interrupt within a specific time period.
Min = 0, disabled
Max = 5000000, 5 seconds
Units are in micro seconds
Default is 200
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TxPacketsPer
This is to enable the use of allowing an interrupt to
occur after a specific amount of packets are transmitted.
Min = 0, disabled
Max = 100
Default is 20
RxPacketsPer
This is to enable the use of allowing an interrupt to
occur after a specific amount of packets are received.
Min = 0, disabled
Max = 100
Default is 75
CheckSum
This is to enable or disable the transmit & receive
checksum off loading feature.The checksum off loading
support is only for TCP/IP packets, for that reason it is
defaulted to OFF.
Choices are:
OFF, ON, TX, RX
Default value is OFF
TxFlow
This keyword allows enabling/disabling of TxFlow control.
Choices are:
ON, OFF
Default value is OFF.
RxFlow
This keyword allows enabling/disabling of RxFlow control.
Choices are:
ON, OFF
Default value is OFF.
PDriver
Allows for the driver to operate in persistent driver
mode. Only use if adapter is placed in a Hot Plug PCI
slot and only if required to swap with an exact same
board.
Choices are:
OFF, ON
Default value is OFF.
NODE
This is a Novell NetWare keyword.
This keyword will allow an input Ethernet node address to
replace the adapter factory programmed Ethernet node
address until a subsequent reboot.
Choices are:
NODE=nnnnnnnnnnnn
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Note
Note
FRAME
This is a Novell NetWare keyword.
String specifying the frame type.
Choices are:
ETHERNET_II
ETHERNET_802.3
ETHERNET_802.2
ETHERNET_SNAP
Default value is ETHERNET_802.2
SLOT
This is a Novell NetWare keyword.
System-wide unique Hardware Instance Number (HIN) that
may be the physical slot number on a slot based bus such
as PCI.
SLOT=n
Jumbo=
Keyword to enable Jumbo frame support. When enabled,
jumbo packets of up to 9000 bytes are supported.
Choices are:
Jumbo=1536-9100
Default is no jumbo packets
Jumbo frames are only supported on NetWare 6.0 and above. Plus
the first frame loaded must be ETHERNET_II
Jumbo frame support must have the following text in the Startup.ncf
file: "Set maximum physical receive packet size = 18000".
P3
This keyword is used when running perform3.exe tests and
may increase performance on networks running with many
ipx clients.
Set P3=1, when running the perform3 test back to back to
a single client.
Set P3=2, when running the perform3 test with many
clients.
Default: P3=0.
Spuriousfix
When this keyword is set to 1 (spurious fix is on), the
spurious interrupts count that is sometimes displayed on
the NetWare console monitor, may be reduced. By setting
this keyword to 0 (spurious fix is OFF), performance of
the driver may be enhanced.
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The Default is spurious fix = 1 (spurious fix is on).
Choices are:
Spuriousfix=0
Spuriousfix=1 (default).
Poll
To disable interrupt driven mode in the driver set Poll=1
and the driver will not use interrupts, but will be
polled by the NetWare OS. This is a common feature
supported in NW. The poll mode may increase driver
performance in some environments.
Choices are:
Poll=1 (ON)
Poll=0 (OFF) (default).
WireSpeed
This feature provides adapter link & data integrity even
when attached to a questionable cable and/or switch.
For example; an adapter trying to run 1000 speed on a
cat3 cable ordinarily would not link. With the
WireSpeed=1, the link will occur at 100Mbs.
Choices are:
WireSpeed=1 (ON) (Default)
WireSpeed=0 (OFF).
Model
This keyword is to allow the addition of a sub-system ID
of a specific NIC so that the driver loads only on the
first NIC found with a matching sub-system ID.
e.g., MODEl= 0x14e4
Default = 0
MagicP
When the MagicP=1 the driver will enable the adapter to
wake up the system when a magic packet is received after
the system is shutdown. MagicP=0 is the default setting
with the adapter having no wake up ability.
Choices are:
MagicP=0 (default)
MagicP=1
Fiber
The driver has support for the 1000FD fiber adapter. The
fiber autonegotiates link with a fiber switch even though
it only supports 1000FD. In some cases the user may want
to force the adapter to 1000FD.
Choices are:
Fiber=AUTO (default)
Fiber=FORCE
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Note
If you modify any adapter parameters, you must reboot the system
before the changes take effect. If you make changes and do not
reboot, you may experience configuration problems.
A valid autoexec.ncf file is shown below. One set of load and bind
commands (in bold) is added for each frame type the adapter is
configured to support.
Set Time Zone = PST8PDT
set Daylight Savings Time Offset = 1
set Start Of Daylight Savings Time = (APRIL SUNDAY FIRST
2:00:00 AM)
set End Of Daylight Savings Time = (OCTOBER SUNDAY LAST
2:00:00 AM)
set Default Time Server Type = SINGLE
set Bindery Context = O=LAN
# WARNING!!
file server name NOVELLSERVER51
# WARNING!!
# If you change the name of this server, you must update
# all the licenses that are assigned to this server.
# Using NWAdmin, double-click on a license object and
# click on the Certificate Assignments button. If the
# old name of this server appears, you must delete it and
# then add the new server name. Do this for all license
# objects.
ServerID 1C8EE2C
LOAD ODINEB.NLM
LOAD TCPIP
LOAD B57 SLOT=2 FRAME=Ethernet_802.2 NAME=B57_1_E82
BIND IPX B57_1_E82 NET=FAFD3D25
LOAD B57 SLOT=2 FRAME=Ethernet_802.3 NAME=B57_1_E83
BIND IPX B57_1_E83 NET=5A2D8D6D
LOAD B57 SLOT=2 FRAME=Ethernet_SNAP NAME=B57_1_ESP
BIND IPX B57_1_ESP NET=477A35BD
LOAD B57 SLOT=2 FRAME=Ethernet_II NAME=B57_1_EII
BIND IPX B57_1_EII NET=C3C8F2E4
BIND IP B57_1_EII ADDR=172.16.1.1 MASK=ff.ff.ff.0
mount all
SEARCH ADD SYS:\JAVA\BIN
SEARCH ADD SYS:\JAVA\NWGFX
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Removing Drivers from Autoexec.ncf
Note
To remove the drivers from the Autoexec.ncf, locate the Load and Bind
command lines associated with the Broadcom driver and remark them out
by inserting the # symbol at the beginning of each command line, or by
deleting the statement.
Example:
# LOAD B57 SLOT=2 FRAME=Ethernet_802.2
NAME=B57_1_E82
# BIND IPX B57_1_E82 NET=FAFD3D25
# LOAD B57 SLOT=2 FRAME=Ethernet_802.3
NAME=B57_1_E83
# BIND IPX B57_1_E83 NET=5A2D8D6D
# LOAD B57 SLOT=2 FRAME=Ethernet_SNAP NAME=B57_1_ESP
# BIND IPX B57_1_ESP NET=477A35BD
# LOAD B57 SLOT=2 FRAME=Ethernet_II NAME=B57_1_EII
# BIND IPX B57_1_EII NET=C3C8F2E4
# BIND IP B57_1_EII ADDR=172.16.1.1 MASK=ff.ff.ff.0
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If you modify the Autoexec.ncf, you must reboot the system before
the changes take effect.
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Installing the NDIS2 Driver Software for MS-DOS Platforms
This chapter provides procedures for installing the NDIS2 driver software.
and contains the following sections:
“Installing the NDIS2 Driver Software for Use on MS-DOS Platforms”
on page 96
“Using Keywords for the B57.dos Drivers” on page 101
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Installing the NDIS2 Driver Software for Use on MS-DOS Platforms
You can run the NDIS2 driver software from an MS-DOS startup disk
using Microsoft Network Client 3.0.
Pre-Installation
Requirements
Modifying the
Startup Disk
Before you can successfully install the NDIS2 driver software, the
Allied Telesis AT-2900 Series Gigabit Ethernet Network adapter must be
physically installed in the computer.
To modify the startup disk, perform the following procedure:
1. Edit A:\Net\Protocol.ini with Notepad or a similar text editor.
a. Change DriverName=$ to DriverName=B57$.
b. Remove all other parameter entries under the [MS$NE2CLONE] or
equivalent section such as IOBASE=0x300 or INTERRUPT=3, and
so on.
Example Protocol.ini for IP
[network.setup]
version=0x3110
netcard=ms$ne2clone,1,MS$NE2CLONE,1
transport=tcpip,TCPIP
lana0=ms$ne2clone,1,tcpip
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[MS$NE2CLONE]
DriverName=B57$
[protman]
DriverName=PROTMAN$
PRIORITY=MS$NDISHLP
[tcpip]
NBSessions=6
DefaultGateway=0 ; SubNetMask=255 0 0 0
; IPAddress=192 168 0 1
DisableDHCP=0
DriverName=TCPIP$
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BINDINGS=MS$NE2CLONE
LANABASE=0
Example Protocol.ini for IPX
[network.setup]
version=0x3110
netcard=ms$ne2clone,1,MS$NE2CLONE,1
transport=ms$ndishlp,MS$NDISHLP
transport=ms$nwlink,MS$NWLINK
lana0=ms$ne2clone,1,ms$nwlink
lana1=ms$ne2clone,1,ms$ndishlp
[MS$NE2CLONE]
DriverName=B57$
[protman]
DriverName=PROTMAN$
PRIORITY=MS$NDISHLP
[MS$NDISHLP]
DriverName=ndishlp$
BINDINGS=ms$ne2clone
[ms$nwlink]
DriverName=nwlink$
FRAME=Ethernet_802.2
BINDINGS=MS$NE2CLONE
LANABASE=0
Example Protocol.ini for NetBEUI
[network.setup]
version=0x3110
netcard=ms$ne2clone,1,MS$NE2CLONE,1
transport=ms$ndishlp,MS$NDISHLP
transport=ms$netbeui,MS$NETBEUI
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lana0=ms$ne2clone,1,ms$ndishlp
lana1=ms$ne2clone,1,ms$netbeui
[MS$NE2CLONE]
DriverName=B57$
[protman]
DriverName=PROTMAN$
PRIORITY=MS$NDISHLP
[MS$NDISHLP]
DriverName=ndishlp$
BINDINGS=MS$NE2CLONE
[MS$NETBEUI]
DriverName=netbeui$
SESSIONS=10
NCBS=12
BINDINGS=MS$NE2CLONE
LANABASE=0
2. Edit A:\Net\System.ini.
a. Change netcard= to netcard=b57.dos.
b. Check for references to C:\NET and change C:\NET to A:\NET if
necessary.
Example SYSTEM.INI
[network]
sizworkbuf=1498
filesharing=no
printsharing=no
autologon=yes
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workgroup=WORKGROUP
reconnect=yes
dospophotkey=N
lmlogon=0
logondomain=
preferredredir=basic
autostart=basic
maxconnections=8
[network drivers]
netcard=B57.dos
transport=ndishlp.sys,*netbeui
devdir=A:\NET
LoadRMDrivers=yes
3. Copy B57.dos to A:\Net.
4. Create the appropriate Autoexec.bat file in drive A for the chosen
protocol as shown below.
For TCP/IP
path=a:\net
a:\net\net initialize
a:\net\netbind.com
a:\net\umb.com
a:\net\tcptsr.exe
a:\net\tinyrfc.exe
a:\net\nmtsr.exe
a:\net\emsbfr.exe
a:\net\net start basic
net use z: \\SERVERNAME\SHARENAME
For IPX
SET PATH=A:\NET
A:\NET\net initialize
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A:\NET\nwlink
A:\NET\NET START BASIC
net use z: \\SERVERNAME\SHARENAME
For NetBEUI
SET PATH=A:\NET
A:\NET\NET START BASIC
net use z: \\SERVERNAME\SHARENAME
5. Create a Config.sys file on the startup disk in drive A as shown below.
files=30
device=a:\net\ifshlp.syslastdrive=z
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