Netgear EA201 INSTALLATION GUIDE
MODEL
EA 201
Network Card
Installation Guide
Start Here
The instructions included in this guide are for installing the Model EA201 Network Card when
using Windows® 95 or Windows for Workgroups (version 3.11). If you are using another network
operating system, follow the instructions in the text files in the readme folder on the EA201
Drivers and Diagnostics Disk.
These three easy steps provide information for installing your Model EA201 Network Card:
1. Verify Package Contents
2. Install the Network Card
3. Connect the Network Cables
As a last step, be sure to fill out and send in your warranty card.
Model EA201 Network Card Installation Guide
Verify Package Contents
Unpack the contents of the package and make sure that you have everything.
Model EA201
Network Card
Category 5 10/100 Mbps
UTP cable (provided with
Model EA201C
Network Card)
Drivers and
Diagnostics Disk
Installation
guide, Warranty &
Owner Registration Card
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Verify PC Requirements
The instructions given in this guide are for using the NETGEAR™ Model EA201 Network Card
in a PC that has a Microsoft® Windows 95 or Windows for W orkgroups (v.3.11) operating system.
You must have a PC with:
• Windows 95 or Windows for Workgroups (version 3.11)
• An available ISA expansion slot
Model EA201 Network Card Installation Guide
Install the Network Card
Note: Touch a grounded metal object to free yourself of static electricity before you
handle the network card.
1. Turn the power off and unplug the power cord from your computer.
2. Remove the PC cover.
3. Choose an available ISA slot (ISA slots are the longer slots) and remove the
corresponding back plate from the PC chassis.
4. Insert the network card into the ISA expansion slot.
Note: T o a void damaging an y components on the network card, handle it by the edges,
using your thumbs to push it securely into the ISA slot. Make sure the network card is
fully inserted into the slot to prevent the PC operating system from freezing at startup.
5. Fasten the network card to the rear of the computer chassis by tightening the screw that
is on the PC.
6. Replace the PC cover and reconnect the power cord to the PC.
Network card
Back plate
removed
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Model EA201 Network Card Installation Guide
Connect the Network Cables
Using the UTP cable that is supplied, connect any port on the hub to the port on the network card.
Note: One of the ports on NETGEAR hubs is switchable between Normal (MDI-X)
and Uplink (MDI) with a Normal/Uplink push button. If you are using this switchable
port on a NETGEAR hub to connect to a PC or the network card, make sure the
Normal/Uplink push button is set to Normal.
PC with network
card installed
Hub
Category 5 10/100 Mbps UTP cables*
*Use the cables provided or any Category 5 UTP cable.
Maximum length = 100 meters (300 feet)
Power adapter
RJ-45
connector
PC with network
card installed
RJ-45
connector
Printer
(optional)
Model EA201 Network Card Installation Guide
Technical Specifications
Model EA201 Network Card
Standards Compatibility
Interface Options
IRQ Options
Power Consumption
Physical Specifications
Dimensions 6.2 by 2.5 in.
Weight 0.14 lb (63 g)
Environmental Specifications
Operating temperature 0 ° to 40 ° C
Operating humidity 10% to 90% noncondensing
Agency Compliance
NetWare tested and approved
Microsoft Windows, W indo ws 95, Windo ws NT® compatible
PCI Plug-and-Play compatible
IEEE 802.3i, 10BASE-T Ethernet
RJ-45 connector
3, 5, 9, 10, 11, 12, 15
1W (+5V +/- 5% @ 630 mA maximum)
15.8 by 6.3 cm
CE mark, commercial
FCC, Part 15, Class B
EN 55 022 (CISPR 22), Class B
Canada ICES-003, Class B
Model EA201 Network Card Installation Guide
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