Cheetah PCI Adapter
Quick Installation Guide
Cheetah PCI Adapter
Introduction
Accton’s Cheetah PCI Adapter is a dual-speed Fast Ethernet
card for PCI local bus compliant computers. A true plug-and-
play device, this card is auto-configurable upon power up and
also supports auto-negotiation to automatically select the
optimum speed and communication mode of an attached
device. Additionally, the Cheetah PCI Adapter complies with
ACPI, Wired for Management 2.0, and PC99, and includes
support for Remote Wake-Up by Magic Packet™.
Package Checklist
Accton’s Cheetah PCI Adapter includes:
• 1 Cheetah PCI Adapter (EN1207D-TX)
• 1 driver diskette
• 1 registration card (please return)
• This Quick Installation Guide
Immediately inform your dealer in the event of any incorrect,
missing or damaged parts. If possible, please retain the carton
and original packing materials in case there is a need to return
the product.
Note that new or updated driver information is available via
Accton’s Web site.
Please fill out and return the registration card to Accton. The
Cheetah PCI Adapter is covered by a limited lifetime warranty.
Hardware Description
The Cheetah PCI Adapter is equipped with :
• 1 10BASE-T/100BASE-TX RJ-45 port
• 3 LED indicators
The components of the Cheetah PCI Adapter are shown in the
figure below:
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LED Indicators
The following table describes the operation of the Cheetah PCI
Adapter status LEDs:
LED
Status
Description
LNK
10 Mbps
Green
Valid 10BASE-T link
Off
Power is off: 10BASE-T connection
is invalid
100 Mbps
Green
Off
Valid 100BASE-TX link
Power is off: 100BASE-TX
connection is invalid
ACT
Green
Heavy network activity
Blinking
Intermittent or light network
activity (the blinking rate is
proportional to the amount of
network traffic)
Installation
Warnings:
·
Network cards are sensitive to static electricity. To protect the card, avoid
touching its electrical components and always touch the metal chassis
of your computer before handling the card.
·
Backup your driver diskette and use the copy as the working diskette to
protect the original from accidental damage.
1. Switch off the computer, unplug the power cord, and
remove the computer’s cover.
2. Select an unused PCI bus-master slot and remove its
protective bracket.
3. Carefully insert the card and press until all the edge
connectors are firmly seated inside the slot. Then, screw
the card’s bracket securely into the PC’s chassis.
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4. Connect the Cheetah PCI Adapter directly to a 10BASE-T
or 100BASE-TX hub or switch using UTP cable (Category
3, 4 or 5 for 10BASE-T; Category 5 for 100BASE-TX). The
maximum allowable length of UTP cable connections is 100
meters (328 ft.). When inserting an RJ-45 plug, be sure the
tab on the plug clicks into position to ensure that it is
properly seated.
5. Replace the computer’s cover and power it on. The
Cheetah PCI Adapter should be automatically configured
by the host computer’s BIOS. However, if you have an
older computer, you may have to manually configure the
computer’s BIOS settings. See “Troubleshooting.”
6. Install the appropriate network driver for your operating
system. The Accton driver diskette that accompanies the
Cheetah PCI Adapter contains all the network operating
system drivers supported by this card. For convenience,
the Windows 95/98 and Windows NT drivers are placed in
the diskette’s root directory. Please read the “RELEASE.TXT”
file on the diskette for a list of all drivers. A text file is
included with each driver to detail the proper installation
procedure. Any new or updated drivers can be
downloaded from Accton’s Web site at http://www.
accton.com.
Setup Program
If the Cheetah PCI Adapter is not automatically configured by
the host PC, or there is a problem with the card, run the DOS-
based Setup Program to help configure the PC’s BIOS settings
and test the card.
1. Boot the computer to a full DOS environment (not a DOS
window) and run the Setup Program, SET1207D.EXE, on
the Accton driver diskette. The screen will display the Main
Menu (see below).
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2. Select the “View Current Configuration” option from the
Main Menu to access the screen shown below. If you wish
to modify the current configuration, return to the Main Menu
and select “Setup New Configuration.”
3. The host computer’s BIOS automatically allocates the
necessary resources, such as the Interrupt and I/O Base,
to the Cheetah PCI Adapter. Although the Setup Program
will not allow you to change those resources, you can
change the settings displayed on the “Setup New
Configuration” screen (see below).
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4. In the event of a problem with the Cheetah PCI Adapter,
use the Setup Program to run the card’s built-in diagnostics
(see the “SET1207D.TXT” file for specific instructions).
Should any of the diagnostic tests fail, reboot your
computer and run the diagnostics again to see if the
problem persists. If it does, record the failure indicated and
contact Accton’s Technical Support for assistance.
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Troubleshooting
Check the following troubleshooting items before contacting
Accton Technical Support.
PCI Compatibility
Some PCI computers are not self-configuring and require you
to perform some or all of the following functions by
motherboard jumper changes and/or BIOS Setup program
configuration:
• Make sure your BIOS correctly supports the PCI Local
Bus Specification v2.0 or later and upgrade your computer
BIOS to the latest version.
• Verify that the PCI slot is an enabled bus-master slot and
not a slave PCI slot. In some computers the PCI slot must
be configured to enable bus mastering. Refer to your PC’s
manual and check the PCI BIOS Setup program to be sure
the PCI slot is an enabled bus-master slot.
• In some computers, you may be required to disable Plug ‘n
Play (PnP) in the BIOS Setup program if resources are not
properly assigned between installed cards.
• Some computers may require you to reserve interrupts
and memory addresses for installed ISA cards to prevent
PCI cards from using the same settings. Refer to your
PC’s manual and check the PCI BIOS Setup program
configuration options for ISA cards.
• Make sure the PCI slot is configured to support INTA.
• Be sure that INTA for the slot is assigned to a free interrupt
(IRQ) number.
• Check the BIOS Setup program’s PCI parameters for the
slot where the Cheetah PCI Adapter is installed. Be sure
the slot is configured for level-triggered interrupts instead
of edge-triggered interrupts. An example of typical PCI
parameters follows:
PCI Slot #:
Master:
Slave:
(slot number where the network card is installed)
Enabled
Enabled
Latency Timer:
Interrupt Type:
Interrupt Number:
40 (range is 20 to 255)
Level-Triggered
(choose any number the BIOS Setup supplies
that does not conflict with another installed card)
Note: The wording of these parameters varies with different computers,
and not all parameters may be configurable.
Always consult your computer manual for information on
changing motherboard jumper settings and BIOS Setup
program parameters for use with PCI network cards. If you
set a motherboard jumper and modify the computer’s BIOS
Setup, make sure the jumper and BIOS settings match.
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Adapter Installation Problems
If your computer can’t find the Cheetah PCI Adapter or the
network driver doesn’t install correctly, check the following:
• Make sure the adapter is securely seated in the PCI slot.
Check for any hardware problems, such as physical
damage to the card’s edge connector.
• Try the card in another PCI bus-master slot. If all fails, test
with another Cheetah PCI Adapter that is known to operate
correctly.
• Check for resource conflict in the PCI configuration. See
“PCI Compatibility.”
• Make sure your computer is using the latest BIOS
available.
• If there are other network adapters in the computer, they
may be causing conflict. Remove all other adapters from
the computer and test the Accton adapter separately.
• Check for a defective computer or PCI bus by trying the
adapter in another computer that is known to operate
correctly.
Network Connection Problems
If the Link LED on the adapter’s bracket does not light, or if
you can’t access any network resources from the computer.
Check the following:
• Be sure you are using Category 5 cable for 100Mbps
connections, and that the length of any cable does not
exceed 100m (328ft.).
• Inspect all network cables and connections. Make sure
the cable is securely attached to the adapter’s connector.
• Make sure the correct software driver is installed for your
operating system. If necessary, try reinstalling the driver.
• Make sure the computer and other network devices are
receiving power.
• If the adapter’s speed or duplex mode has been configured
manually, check that it matches that of the attached
network device port. Note that it is recommended to set the
adapter to auto-negotiation when installing the network
driver.
• The port on the network device that the adapter is
attached to may be defective. Try using another port on
the device.
• If you cannot access a Windows or NetWare service on
the network, check that you have enabled and configured
the service correctly. If you cannot connect to a particular
server, be sure that you have access rights and a valid ID
and password.
• If you cannot access the Internet, be sure you have
configured your system for TCP/IP.
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Compliances
FCC Class B Certification
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation
is subject to the following 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.
Warning! 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:
•
•
•
Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
Increase the distance between the equipment and receiver.
Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different
from the one which the receiver is connected to.
•
Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician
for help.
You are cautioned that changes or modifications not expressly
approved by the party responsible for compliance could void
your authority to operate the equipment.
Attach shielded or unshielded Category 3, 4 or 5 twisted-pair
cable to the RJ-45 port.
Note: In order to maintain compliance with the limits of a Class B digital device,
Accton requires that you use a quality interface cable when connecting to this
device. Changes or modifications not expressly approved by Accton could void the
user's authority to operate this equipment. Suggested cable type is 100W shielded
or unshielded Category 3, 4, or 5 twisted-pair cable for the RJ-45 port.
CSA Statement (Canada)
This digital apparatus does not exceed the Class B limits for
radio noise emissions from digital apparatus set out in the
Radio Interference Regulations of Industry Canada.
Le présent appareil numérique n’émet pas de bruits radio-
électriques dépassant les limites applicables aux appareils
numériques de la classe B prescrites dens le Règlement sur
le brouillage radioélectrique édicté par l’Industrie.
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VCCI Class B Compliance (Japan)
CE Mark Declaration of Conformance
This is to certify that this product complies with ISO/IEC Guide
22 and EN45014. It conforms to the following specifications:
EMC: EN55022(1988)/CISPR-22(1985) class B
IEC 1000-4-2(1995)
IEC 1000-4-3(1995)
IEC 1000-4-4(1995)
IEC 1000-4-6(1995)
4kV CD, 8kV AD
3V/m
1kV - (power line)
3Vrms
This product complies with the requirements of the Low
Voltage Directive 73/23/EEC and the EMC Directive 89/336/
EEC, and carries the CE Mark accordingly.
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Specifications
General Specifications
Network Interface
10BASE-T
RJ-45 (UTP Cable: Categories 3, 4, 5)
100BASE-TX
RJ-45 (UTP Cable: Category 5)
Data Interface
I/O Address
Interrupt
32-bit bus-mastering PCI
Automatically determined by configuration space
INT A, mapping to BIOS IRQ setup
10 Mbps Link, 100 Mbps Link, Activity
LED Indicators
Temperature
0 to 55 °C (32 to 131 °F) operating
-10 to 65 °C (14 to 149 °F) storage
Humidity
10% to 90% (non-condensing)
+5 VDC @ 210 mA (maximum)
119.92 x 56.03 mm (4.72 x 2.21 in )
56 g (1.98 oz)
Power Consumption
Size (without bracket)
Weight
Standards Supported
IEEE 802.3, 802.3u
PCI bus V2.2
PCI Power Management Specification 1.1
ACPI 1.0b (no D3-Cold support)
WfM 2.0
Microsoft On/Now
PC99
Magic Packet
EMC/Safety Compliances
CE Mark
EN50081-1, EN55022, IEC1000-4-2/3/4/6
Emmisions
FCC Class B, VCCI Class B, Industry Canada Class B,
EN55022 (CISPR 22) Class B
Software Drivers
Microsoft drivers
Windows 95/98
Windows NT 3.51, 4.0
Windows 2000
Windows for Workgroups 3.11
LAN Manager v1.x, 2.x
Novell NetWare
Unix
NetWare 3.1x, 4.x, 5.0
32-bit ODI Driver
16-bit DOS ODI Driver
Client32 for Windows 95
SCO Unix 5,0x
SCO Unixware 7.x
Linux
FreeBSD
Other
NDIS2 DOS Mode Driver
Packet Driver
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Warranty
Accton warrants to the original owner that the product delivered in this
package will be free from defects in material and workmanship for the
lifetime of the product. For the warranty to apply, you must register your
purchase by returning the registration card indicating the date of
purchase and including proof of purchase. There will be a minimal charge
to replace consumable components, such as fuses, power transformers,
and mechanical cooling devices. The warranty does not cover the
product if it is damaged in the process of being installed. Accton
recommends that you have the company from whom you purchased this
product install it.
THEABOVE WARRANTY IS IN LIEU OFANY OTHER WARRANTY,
WHETHER EXPRESS, IMPLIED OR STATUTORY, INCLUDING BUTNOT
LIMITED TOANYWARRANTY OF MERCHANTABILITY, FITNESS FORA
PARTICULAR PURPOSE, ORANY WARRANTYARISING OUT OFANY
PROPOSAL, SPECIFICATION OR SAMPLE.ACCTON SHALLNOT BE
LIABLE FOR INCIDENTALOR CONSEQUENTIALDAMAGES.ACCTON
NEITHER ASSUMES NOR AUTHORIZES ANY PERSON TO ASSUME FOR
ITANY OTHER LIABILITY.
Copyright
Copyright © 1999 by Accton Technology Corporation. All rights reserved.
No part of this document may be copied or reproduced in any form or by
any means without the prior written consent of Accton Technology
Corporation.
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registered trademarks of their respective companies.
Disclaimer
Accton makes no warranties with respect to this documentation and
disclaims any implied warranties of merchantability, quality, or fitness for
any particular purpose. The information in this document is subject to
change without notice. Accton reserves the right to make revisions to
this publication without obligation to notify any person or entity of any
such changes.
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