Asante Technologies 2032T, 2064T User Manual

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Quick Start Guide

FriendlyNET GigaNIX™ 2032T
FriendlyNET GigaNIX 2064T

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Introduction

Thank you for purchasing an Asanté FriendlyNET GigaNIX
Gigabit Ethernet adapter. As Asanté’s third-generation
Gigabit Ethernet adapter, it uses leading-edge innovations,
advanced digital signal processing (DSP), and streamlined
software design.

■ One adapter for Windows and Linux

■ Simplify your network monitoring with Asanté

LAN Inspector

■ Improve signal quality and data integrity with

AsanteQ

■ Compatible with all 10/100/1000BaseT hubs,

switches and routers

This product comes in two configurations:

■ FriendlyNET GigaNIX 2032T Gigabit Ethernet Adapter

(32-bit PCI)

■ FriendlyNET GigaNIX 2064T Gigabit Ethernet Adapter

(32/64-bit PCI)

Packing List

Your package contains the following items:

■ (1) FriendlyNET GigaNIX Gigabit Ethernet Adapter

■ (1) Quick Start Guide (this document)

■ (1) CD-ROM with software, device drivers, and utilities

System Requirements

Windows Requirements: Minimum Pentium 200 with 64 MB RAM

(or equivalent) with available PCI bus and Microsoft Windows 98,
Me, 2000, or XP

Linux Requirements: Minimum Pentium 200 with 64 MB RAM (or
equivalent) with available PCI bus and Linux (Kernel 2.2.16 or later)

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Link Monitor

Installation

Here’s how to install this adapter:

Hardware Installation

1. Turn off the power to the CPU.

2. Insert the adapter into any available PCI slot. Connect the

network cable from the hub, switch or router (purchased
separately) to the RJ45 port of your adapter.

3. Turn on the power to your computer and allow the computer

to start up to the desktop.

Software Installation

1. Insert the provided CD-ROM into your CD-ROM drive.

2. Installing the drivers from the CD-ROM:

a. Windows - follow the Hardware Installation Wizard and locate the

driver on the CD-ROM.

b. Linux - Compile and install the driver according to the instructions

found in the Readme.linux file located in the
Linux directory on the CD-ROM.

3. Reboot the computer.

In a few moments, you will see the status of your network
with these LED indicators:

10/100/1000

BaseT

Link / Activity - Green LED is solid when there is a
valid network connection. Flashes during network
activity (transmit or receive).

LINK / ACT

Asanté GigaNIX 2032T

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Technical Support

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Technical Support Fax

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Product Specifications

Connector: Gigabit Ethernet (1000BaseT, 100BaseTX, 10BaseT): RJ-45

Drivers: Microsoft Windows 98, 98 Second Edition and Me

Microsoft Windows NT and 2000 Professional
Linux

See the Asanté website for the latest drivers

Status Indicators: Link/Activity

Bus Interface: PCI v2.2 bus master

GigaNIX 2032T: 32-bit / 33 MHz
GigaNIX 2064T: 64-bit / 66 MHz

Dimensions: 2.5 x 6.4 inches (63 x 163 mm)

Environmental Range

Operating: 32-104º F (0-40º C), 10-95% (non-condensing)
relative humidity

Power: Maximum 7 W

Standards Compliance

Network: IEEE 802.3ab Gigabit Ethernet over 4 pairs of UTP Category 5

(1000BaseT); Asanté Certified Gigabit Ethernet Cable or
EIA/TIA-568A Category 5E recommended.

IEEE 802.3u Fast Ethernet over 2 pairs of UTP Category 5

(100BaseTX).

IEEE 802.3 Ethernet over 2 pairs of UTP Category 3 (10BaseT)

Distance: Recommended maximum distance is 328 feet (100 meters).

Full Duplex: Support for 10/100/1000 Mbps data rates with Auto

Negotiation and parallel detection

Regulatory: FCC Class B, CE Mark

Troubleshooting Tips

In the unlikely event your network is not operating properly,
follow the troubleshooting tips below.

■ Check your adapter card. Is there a green network Link LED on the

10, 100 or 1000 LED? If not, try connecting a "known good"
network cable between your switch and the adapter.You should
see a Link LED on your switch and your network adapter. The
maximum distance from any node (computer, printer, hub, switch,
etc.) is 328 feet or 100 meters. Be sure your cable is not coiled,
twisted or damaged. When connecting the switch to a computer,
be sure your Category 5 UTP cable is wired for straight-through.
Note that pins 3 and 6 must use the same twisted pair; these are
typically orange/white orange or green/white green.

■ Check your cable type. 10BaseT may use Category 3 (or better)

cables. 100BaseTX may use Category 5 (or better). 1000BaseT may
use Category 5 (or better); Asante Certified Gigabit cables
(Category 5E) are recommended

■ Check your uplink switch.When connecting to another hub or

switch, set the switch to uplink on only one hub/switch and use a
standard, straight-through network cable. This switch may be
connected to another 10/100 Mbps switch or hub, but it will only
run at 10 Mbps.

■ Check your computer’s software. Check your operating system

manual for instructions on configuring your network for file and
print sharing.

Need more help?

Consult the Asanté website (www.asante.com) for additional
troubleshooting tips and frequently asked questions (FAQs).
You may also contact Asanté Technical Support during
standard business hours.

Email: www.asante.com/support

Phone: [phone]

Fax: [phone]

Safety and Regulatory Compliance

FCC Compliance Statement

NOTE: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the
limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules.
These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against
harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment
generates, uses and can radiate radio
frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the
instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications.
However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a
particular installation.
If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television
reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and
on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or
more of the following measures:

1. Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.

2. Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.

3. Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from
that to which the receiver is connected. 4. Consult the dealer or an
experienced radio/TV technician for help.

Safety Advisory

1. Always turn off power to your computer before installing hardware.

2. Always practice ESD techniques when installing hardware.

3. Always use this product in a cool, dry, dust-free environment or

danger of electrocution or fire may result.

4. Never insert anything other than the recommended cable into the

RJ45 port or damage may result.

GigaNIX 2032T/2064T

Tested To Comply
With FCC Standards

FOR HOME OR OFFICE USE