StarTech.com ST1000BTPEX Instruction Manual

PCI Express LAN Card

ST1000BTPEX

Instruction Manual

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10/100/1000 PCI Express LAN Card

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Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1

Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1

Before You Begin . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1

System Requirements . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1

Contents . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1

Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2

Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5

Accessories . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5

Technical Support and Warranty Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6

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Thank you for purchasing a StarTech.com PCI Express LAN Card. This high
performance 10/100/1000 BASE-T NIC is perfect for home and office use, providing a
cost-efficient solution for connecting to a high speed local area network, with data
transfer rates up to 1000Mbps using standard CAT5 cable, up to a maximum distance of
100 meters away.

Features

• PCI-Express Rev. 1.0 Compliant

• Supports full-duplex flow control

• Backward compatible for use with 10/100BASE-T networks

• Offers Crossover detection and Auto correction functions

• Fully compliant with IEEE 802.3, 802.3u, 802.3ab, 802.1a

• Easy Plug and Play operation

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System Requirements

• An available PCI Express slot

• Necessary cabling to connect card/computer to LAN

• Operating systems supported: Windows 2000, XP, XP 64-bit

Contents

This package should contain

:

• PCI Express Network Card (1)

• Driver CD (1)

• Instruction manual (1)

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Connecting the PCI Express Network Card to the computer motherboard:

1. Shut down all power connected to the computer, as well as all devices connected to

the computer peripherally (i.e. Printers, Monitors, Scanners etc.). As an added step to

ensure safe installation, unplug the power supply from the power outlet.

2. Remove the computer cover. For more detailed instruction on how to perform this

step, please refer to the documentation that was included with your computer at the
time of purchase.

3. Locate an empty PCI Express (x1) slot, removing the metal bracket covering the

corresponding port/socket located at the back of the computer case. Please note:

This card will function correctly in extended PCIe slots (e.g. x4, x16) if available.

4. Position the card above the open PCI Express slot, ensuring that the card is aligned

with the entire slot. Insert the card firmly into the slot, distributing force evenly across
the length of the board. Once inserted, secure the card into the adjoining socket
(previously covered by metal bracket), using the correct size screw (please consult
documentation that accompanied purchase of computer).

5. Replace the computer cover.

6. Connect your speakers to the appropriate speaker jacks on the sound card.

7. If unplugged, plug computer and all peripherals back in to power source. Turn your
computer on.

Installing the necessary drivers:

1. After restarting your computer, a message should appear indicating that Windows
has detected a hardware change. Click the Next button to continue with the
installation.

2. Insert the CD entitled Drivers and Utility into your CD-ROM/DVD-ROM drive.

3. Select Install the software automatically (recommended) , followed by the Next
button.

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4. WIndows will then search for and install compatible drivers for the PCI Express
network card:

5. Once the drivers have been installed, Windows will indicate that the Found New

Hardware Wizard has completed the necessary installation:

Please note: For future reference, the correct drivers for this device are located in the

following path, assuming that D:\ is the designation for the CD-ROM/DVD-ROM drive
being used: D:\Agere\ET1310\Windows

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Verifying installation

Once the installation has completed, verify that the device is properly installed, by
browsing to: Control Panel -> System -> Hardware (tab) -> Device Manager. The
new card will be located under Network Adapters:

Similarly, a new connection will appear in Network Connections:

Using the PCI Express LAN card

Once the card has been physically installed in the computer, and the necessary drivers
have been applied, the LAN card will be ready for use. Simply insert the RJ45 connector
provided by the CAT5 cable, into the RJ45 port on the rear bracket of the LAN card.

For instructions on how to configure the LAN card for use with specialized applications,
or for specific network functions, please consult any accompanying documentation for
your network equipment (i.e. cable modem, router, etc.)

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accessories that will help you get the best performance out of your new product.

M45PATCH10BL

10 ft Blue Molded Category 5e (350 MHz) UTP Patch Cable

M45PATCH15BL

15 ft Blue Molded Category 5e (350 MHz) UTP Patch Cable

M45CROSS10BL

10 ft Blue Molded Category 5e (350 MHz) Crossover UTP Patch Cable

M45CROSS15BL

15 ft Blue Molded Category 5e (350 MHz) Crossover UTP Patch Cable

C6PATCH10BL

10 ft Blue Molded Category 6 Patch Cable - ETL Tested & Certified

C6PATCH12BL

12 ft Blue Molded Category 6 Patch Cable - ETL Tested & Certified

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Bus Type PCI Express x1

Connectors RJ45 Female

Maximum Data Transfer Rate 1000Mbps data rate

Chipset AGERE ET1310

OS Support Windows 2000,XP, XP 64-bit

Product Dimensions

94 x 120 x 20 mm
(3.7” x 4.72” x 0.78”)

Product Weight 55 g (1.94 oz.)

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This product is backed by a lifetime warranty. In addition, StarTech.com warrants its
products against defects in materials and workmanship for the periods noted, following
the initial date of purchase. During this period, the products may be returned for repair, or
replacement with equivalent products at our discretion. The warranty covers parts and
labor costs only. StarTech.com does not warrant its products from defects or damages
arising from misuse, abuse, alteration, or normal wear and tear.

Limitation of Liability

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officers, directors, employees or agents) for any damages (whether direct or indirect,
special, punitive, incidental, consequential, or otherwise), loss of profits, loss of business,
or any pecuniary loss, arising out of or related to the use of the product exceed the
actual price paid for the product.

Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential
damages. If such laws apply, the limitations or exclusions contained in this statement
may not apply to you.

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Revision Date: October 24 2006 Rev. A