Users Guide
Ethernet and Fast Ethernet Adapters
For Apple
®
Mac OS Computers
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Users Guide
Ethernet and Fast Ethernet Adapters
For Apple® Mac OS Computers
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Contents
About This Manual ....................................................................................... 3
Unpacking .................................................................................................... 3
Precautions .................................................................................................. 3
Quick Start ................................................................................................... 3
Hardware Installation ................................................................................... 4
Software Driver Installation .......................................................................... 4
LED Status Indicators .................................................................................... 5
Troubleshooting ........................................................................................... 5
Technical Specifications ................................................................................ 6
FCC Notices .................................................................................................. 7
UL Certification ............................................................................................ 7
Declaration of Conformity ............................................................................ 8
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About This Manual
This manual provides instructions to install the ZNYX NetBlaster ZX312T-
MAC Ethernet adapter and the NetBlaster ZX345-MAC Fast Ethernet
adapter.
To install your ZNYX network adapter, you will need an Apple Macintosh
®
,
Motorola StarMax
or compatible with a PCI bus and Mac OS (Apple System
7.5.2 or later). This manual assumes that you have a basic understanding of
your Macintosh or compatible (i.e. copying files, start-up procedures, etc.). If
terms like Control Panel or System Folder are unfamiliar to you, we
suggest you first become familiar with the owners manual supplied with your
computer system.
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Unpacking
Examine the shipment to ensure each component has not been damaged by
shipping. Your package should contain the following:
1) ZNYX NetBlaster network adapter (ZX312T-MAC or ZX345-MAC)
2) Installation for Mac OS driver diskette
3) ZNYX Users Guide
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Precautions
Before commencing installation, observe these precautions:
1) Make sure that all power is turned off. Leave the computer plugged
into the wall socket to ensure proper grounding.
2) To minimize static electricity, avoid carpeted and low humidity areas.
Ground yourself by touching the chassis of your computer before
touching the motherboard. If you are using an anti-static wrist strap,
once you have opened the computer case, attach it to the metal chassis.
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Quick Start
Installing your network adapter and software drivers is quite simple.
1) Turn your computer system off.
2) Install the adapter in your computer.
3) Connect cables from your adapter to the network.
4) Install the software driver.
5) Re-boot.
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Hardware Installation
The following procedures will guide you through the installation of a ZNYX
NetBlaster adapter.
1) Turn the power to your computer off and open the system cover. (It is
recommended that you wait 5 minutes after turning off the computer
before installing any peripheral cards).
2) Select a vacant PCI slot in the computer to install the adapter (your
ZNYX network adapter may be installed in any vacant PCI slot). Once a
slot has been selected, remove the corresponding access panel cover.
3) Discharge any static build up by touching the back of the computers
metal case before installing the adapter.
4) Position the adapter directly above the PCI slot socket and gently press
the adapter into position. Be careful not to force the connection.
5) Replace the computer cover and attach any cables.
PCI Adapter
Retaining Screw
from Enclosure
Observe proper Electro-Static Discharge prevention
procedures at all times. Failure to do so may result
in damage to the PCI Adapter or to the system.
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Do not use excessive
force.
Placement of ZNYX adapter in computer system
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Software Driver Installation
After installing the ZNYX network adapter, proceed with the following steps
to install the appropriate software drivers on your system.
1) Insert the Installation diskette in the disk drive and double click the
ZNYX NetBlaster Installer icon.
2) Choose Custom Install from the drop box menu located in the top left of
the installer window.
3) Click the checkbox for the type of adapter you are installing. Choose
either NetBlaster ZX312 (10 Mbps adapter) or NetBlaster ZX345 (10/100
Mbps adapter). Click on the Continue button.
4) When drivers are finished being installed, restart the computer.
5) Open AppleTalk Control Panel and select Ethernet Slot x (where x is
the slot number with the installed adapter). Close Control Panel.
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LED Status Indicators
The following is a description and function of ZNYX NetBlaster adapter
LEDs:
LED Name Color Function
LINK Link Green When lit, indicates a valid network connection
between adapter and network
ACT Activity Yellow Blinks when data is being transmitted
between adapter and network
Connector on a ZNYX NetBlaster ZX312T-MAC adapter
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Troubleshooting
If you have trouble with the Ethernet network where one node seems to have
problems communicating or certain nodes have trouble communicating with
each other, pinpoint the problem to the offending node(s) and diagnose in the
following way.
First make sure that AppleTalk is active (in the Chooser) and that the
appropriate NetBlaster adapter card is selected (in the AppleTalk or Network
Control Panel). If problems persist, continue as outlined below.
1) Turn the computer off.
2) Review the section on Hardware and Software Installation and ensure
the adapter is correctly installed.
3) Make sure the adapter is securely seated in the expansion slot.
4) Verify that all network cables meet the 10BaseT or 100BaseTX specifica-
tions.
5) Restart the computer.
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Technical Specifications
NetBlaster ZX345-MAC Fast Ethernet PCI Adapter
System Support Apple Macintosh Performa with PCI slot (Model 6360 and 6400
Series), Apple Power Macintosh, Apple Workgroup Server (Model
7250 and 8550), and Motorola StarMax (Series 3000 and 4000)
Driver Support Open Transport: Apple System 7.5.2 or later, AppleShare,
AppleTalk, NetWare for Macintosh, TCP/IP
Connector RJ-45 (for 10BaseT or 100BaseTX)
Media 10BaseT: Cat 3, 4, or 5 UTP on 2 pairs up to 100M
100BaseTX: Cat 5 UTP on 2 pairs up to 100M
Bus Interface PCI Revision 2.0 and 2.1, shares interrupt A
Channel Speeds IEEE Auto Negotiation of 10BaseT and 100 BaseTX
Configuration Plug-and-Play
Communications IEEE 802.3u 100BaseTX; IEEE 802.3i 10BaseT
Controllers DECchip 21140, 32-bit internal processor per channel
Power 1.2A @ 5V typical
Safety UL / c(UL)
Temperature 0 to 50°C (32 to 122°F)
Humidity Maximum of 90%, non-condensing
Certifications FCC Part 15 Class B; CE; IEC 801-2, 801-3, 801-4; CISPR22 Class B
Dimensions 5.75" x 3.875"
Diagnostic LEDs Separate 100 Mbps, link, activity and collision
Manufacture Designed and manufactured in the USA
NetBlaster ZX312T-MAC Ethernet PCI Adapter
System Support Apple Macintosh Performa with PCI slot (Model 6360 and 6400
Series), Apple Workgroup Server (Model 8550), and Motorola
StarMax (Series 3000 and 4000)
Driver Support Open Transport: Apple System 7.5.2 or later, AppleShare,
AppleTalk, NetWare for Macintosh, TCP/IP
Connectors RJ-45 (10BaseT)
Media Category 3, 4, or 5 UTP on 2 pairs up to 100M
Bus Interface PCI Revision 2.0 and 2.1, shares interrupt A
Channel Speeds 10 Mbps or 20 Mbps with full duplex
Configuration Plug-and-Play
Communications IEEE 802.3i 10BaseT
Controllers DECchip 21040, 32-bit internal processor
Power 1.2A @ 5V typical
Safety UL / c(UL)
Temperature 0 to 50°C (32 to 122°F)
Humidity Maximum of 90%, non-condensing
Certifications FCC Part 15 Class B, CE, CISPR22 Class B, IEC 801-2,-3, -4
Dimensions 5.75" x 3.875"
Diagnostic LEDs Separate link and activity
Manufacture Designed and manufactured in the USA
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FCC Notices
The following notices are required by the Federal Communications Commis-
sion. Each ZNYX adapter is covered under a separate report.
· NetBlaster ZX312
· NetBlaster ZX345
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FCC Radio Frequency Interference Statement
This ZNYX ZX312 and ZX345 have 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 when the equipment is operated in a residential installation.
This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if
not installed and used in accordance with the instruction manual, 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 of the
following measures:
· Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
· Increase the separation between the equipment and 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 assistance.
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UL Certification
· NetBlaster ZX312T-MAC
· NetBlaster ZX345-MAC
UL File #: E161961
These adapter cards are for use only with Apple Macintosh, Motorola
StarMax or compatible UL listed personal computers that have enclosed
power supplies with SELV outputs and installation instructions detailing user
installation of card CAGE accessories.
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Declaration of Conformity
Manufacturer: ZNYX Corporation
Address: 48501 Warm Springs Blvd., Suite 107
Fremont, CA 94539
Type of Product: PCI Bus Ethernet LAN Adapter Card
Equipment Classification: ITE Equipment / Residential, Commercial, & Light Industry
Model No.: ZNYX ZX312
Year of Manufacture: 1994
Signature
Place / Date
G.S. Iyer, VP of Manufacturing
Fremont, CA 3 Jun 94
Application of Council Directive(s): 89/336/EEC
Standards and Procedures: EN50081-1: 1991; EN50082-1: 1991; EN55022: 1995
EN61000-4-2: 1995; EN61000-4-3: 1995; EN61000-4-4: 1995
Manufacturer: ZNYX Corporation
Address: 48501 Warm Springs Blvd., Suite 107
Fremont, CA 94539
Type of Product: PCI Bus Ethernet / Fast Ethernet LAN Adapter Card
Equipment Classification: ITE Equipment / Residential, Commercial, & Light Industry
Model No.: ZNYX NetBlaster 210 (ZX345)
Year of Manufacture: 1995
Signature
Place / Date
G.S. Iyer, VP of Manufacturing
Fremont, CA 12 Dec 95
Application of Council Directive(s): 89/336/EEC
Standards and Procedures: EN50081-1: 1991; EN50082-1: 1991; EN55022: 1995
EN61000-4-2: 1995; EN61000-4-3: 1995; EN61000-4-4: 1995
ZNYX Corporation
48501 Warm Springs Blvd.
Suite 107
Fremont, CA 94539
Phone: (510) 249-0800
Toll-Free: (800) 724-0911
FAX: (510) 656-2460
BBS: (510) 656-7969
WWW: www.znyx.com
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