Planet Technology ENW-9607, ENW-9607M User Manual

64-bit PCI Gigabit Ethernet

Network Adapter

ENW-9607/9607M

User’s Manual

Version 1.0

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All brand and product names mentioned in this manual are trademarks and/or registered trademarks of their respective holders.

FCC Caution

To assure continued compliance. (example-use only shielded interface cables when connecting to computer or peripheral devices). Any changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment. This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the Following two conditions: ( 1 ) This device may not cause harmful interference, and ( 2 ) this Device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.

CE Mark Warning

This is a Class B product. In a domestic environment, this product may cause radio interference in which case the user may be required to take adequate measures.

Revision

User’s Manual for PLANET 64-bit PCI Gigabit Ethernet Adapter Model: ENW-9607/9607M Rev: 1.0 (May, 2004) Part No. 2080-000013-000

Table of Contents

CHAPTER 1 INTRODUCTION.............................................................................................1

1.1 PACKAGE CONTENT ..........................................................................................................................1

1.2 FEATURES........................................................................................................................................1

1.3 VERIFYING YOUR SYSTEM REQUIREMENTS ..........................................................................................2

1.4 GATHERING TOOLS AND DOCUMENTATIONS .........................................................................................2

CHAPTER 2 HARDWARE INSTALLATION.........................................................................3

2.1 LED DEFINITIONS .............................................................................................................................3

2.2 HARDWARE INSTALLATION..................................................................................................................4

CHAPTER 3 DRIVER INSTALLATION................................................................................6

3.1 INSTALLING DRIVER TO WINDOWS 98 / ME / 2000...............................................................................6

3.2 INSTALLING DRIVER TO WINDOWS XP / SERVER 2003.........................................................................8

3.3 INSTALLING DRIVER TO WINDOWS NT...............................................................................................10

3.4 INSTALLING DRIVER TO LINUX ..........................................................................................................10

3.5 INSTALLING DRIVER TO NOVELL 4.X ..................................................................................................11

3.6 INSTALLING DRIVER TO NOVELL 5.X / 6.X ..........................................................................................11

CHAPTER 4 UTILITY..............................................................................................................12

4.1 INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS............................................................................................................12

4.2 UTILITY OPERATING ........................................................................................................................13

CHAPTER 5 SPECIFICATIONS.........................................................................................15

APPENDIX A ADVANCED PROPERTIES......................................................................16

Chapter 1 Introduction

The ENW-9607 is a 64-bit 10/100/1000Base-T PCI 2.2 Gigabit Ethernet adapter designed to address high-performance system application requirements. The ENW-9607M provides a SFP, mini-GBIC interface. It can be attached with 1000Base-SX or 1000Base-LX mini-GBIC modules, depending on the practical applications.

Using PCI 2.2 compliant PCI specification and 32/64-bit interface, the ENW-9607/9607M supports both current 32-bit motherboards and also the interface and operating systems of the next generation, future-proofing your investment. Lower TCO (Total Cost of Ownership) yet with high performance, the ENW-9607/9607M is now the choice of your network data server or just right for your powerful desktop PCs.

1.1 Package Content

Check that your package contains the following items:

ü 1 x ENW-9607/9607M ü 1 x Quick Installation Guide ü 1 x CD-ROM

Please contact the seller if any of the items is missing or damaged.

Note:

Be sure to retain your proof of purchase, as it is required to receive warranty service.

1.2 Features

Ø Compliant with PCI 2.2 specifications Ø Supports full wire-speed Gigabit Ethernet rate Ø ENW-9607 supports 10/100/1000Mbps auto-negotiation for optimal connection Ø ENW-9607M supports 1000Base-SX/LX mini-GBIC modules Ø Internal FIFOs and external memory buffers maximize throughput by minimizing retransmissions

when connected to multiple clients under heavy load

Ø Jumbo frame support Ø IEEE 802.1p priority queuing support Ø IEEE 802.3x Frame-based flow control and duplex operation Ø ENW-9607 supports WOL (Wake on LAN) Ø ENW-9607 supports Marvell Virtual Cable Tester (VCT) for advanced cable diagnostic function

1.3 Verifying Your System Requirements

Before installing the ENW-9607/9607M, be sure your computer meets the following requirements:

Hardware

ü CPU: 300MHz or Faster ü RAM: 64MB (Minimum) ü PCI Local Bus 2.1 or 2.2 compliant

Software

ü Microsoft Windows 98/Me/NT/2000/XP/Server 2003 ü Linux ü Novell 4.x / 5.x / 6.x

1.4 Gathering Tools And Documentations

To install the adapter, you need the following items:

ü A suitable screw driver ü Your operating system documentation ü Your system unit documentation, including any service documentation

Chapter 2 Hardware Installation

2.1 LED definitions

The faceplate of ENW-9607 has four LEDs: 100, 1000 FDX and ACT. And ENW-9607M has three LEDs: 1000, FDX and ACT. The pictures below have showed the faceplate of ENW-9607 and ENW-9607M. Table 2-1 and 2-2 explain the function and state of the LEDs.

Faceplate of ENW-9607 and 9607M

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