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3Com 3C905CX User Manual

3Com 3C905CX
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10/100 PCI Network Interface Cards
3C905CX For Complete PC Management
3C905C For Complete PC Management
3C905B
3C900B
User Guide
http://www.3com.com/
http://www.3com.com/productreg
Published September 2001
User guide version 5.4.0

Table of Contents

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3Com 3C905CX Specifications

General IconGeneral
Manufacturer3Com
Model3C905CX
CategoryNetwork Card
Device TypeNetwork adapter
Interface TypePCI
Form FactorPlug-in card
Connectivity TechnologyWired
Data Link ProtocolEthernet, Fast Ethernet
Connector TypeRJ-45
Bus TypePCI
Full Duplex SupportYes
Wake-on-LAN SupportYes
Ports1 x RJ45
Data Transfer Rate10/100 Mbps
Network StandardIEEE 802.3, IEEE 802.3u
Driver SupportWindows, Linux
Compliant StandardsIEEE 802.3u

Summary

1 Learning About the NICs

3C905CX-TX-M and 3C905C-TX-M NICs

Introduces the 3C905CX-TX-M and 3C905C-TX-M NIC models and their capabilities.

3C905B NICs

Describes the 3C905B NICs and their supported network management features.

3C900B NICs

Details the features of the 3C900B NICs, including network interface and standards.

Remote Wake-Up

Explains the Remote Wake-Up feature for powering on PCs remotely.

Managed PC Boot Agent (MBA) Software

Details the MBA software for booting PCs from a server.

3Com Connection Assistant

Describes the optional Web-based 3Com Connection Assistant for technical support.

DynamicAccess LAN Agent

Details the DynamicAccess LAN agent for network performance and control.

2 Installing and Connecting the NIC

Meeting PC Requirements

Lists the minimum hardware and system requirements for NIC installation.

Installation Overview

Summarizes the NIC installation steps for different operating systems.

Inserting the NIC in the PC

Provides step-by-step instructions for physically installing the NIC into a PCI slot.

Connecting the NIC to the Network

Details how to connect the NIC to the network using different port types.

3 Installing the NIC Driver and Software in Windows

Windows XP, Windows 2000, and Windows Me

Guides installation of NIC driver and software for Windows XP, 2000, and Me.

Windows 95 and Windows 98

Guides installation of NIC driver and software for Windows 95 and 98.

Windows NT 4.0

Guides installation of NIC driver and software for Windows NT 4.0.

Verifying Successful Installation

Provides steps to verify the successful installation of the NIC for different OS.

Installing Multiple NICs

Outlines the process for installing multiple NICs in Windows OS.

4 Installing the NetWare Server Driver

Installing the Server Driver

Covers installing the network driver for NetWare servers using the EtherCD.

NetWare 4.x and 5.x

Instructions for installing drivers on NetWare 4.x and 5.x servers.

Loading the Driver Manually

Explains manual loading of the server driver for existing installations.

5 Configuring the NIC

Default NIC Settings

Lists and describes the default configuration settings for the NIC.

Configuration Methods

Outlines different methods available for configuring the NIC.

Changing General NIC Configuration Settings

Explains how to change general NIC settings like optimization, duplex, and media type.

Booting From the Network

Explains how to use the Managed PC Boot Agent (MBA) to boot from the network.

6 Troubleshooting the NIC

Troubleshooting the NIC Installation

Addresses common NIC installation problems and error messages.

Cleaning Up a Failed Installation

Provides steps to clean up a failed NIC installation and reinstall.

Troubleshooting the Network Connection

Offers tips for resolving network connection issues with the NIC.

Troubleshooting Remote Wake-Up

Provides steps for troubleshooting Remote Wake-Up functionality.

Removing the Driver

Details how to remove the NIC driver for various Windows operating systems.

7 Running NIC Diagnostics

Interpreting the NIC LEDs

Explains the meaning of NIC LEDs for diagnostics and troubleshooting.

Running the NIC Diagnostics Tests

Details how to run network and NIC diagnostic tests.

Viewing Network Statistics

Shows how to view network statistics using the NIC diagnostics program.

Using the 3Com Icon in the Windows System Tray

Explains how to use the 3Com system tray icon for diagnostics.

A Specifications and Cabling Requirements

3C905CX-TX-M and 3C905C-TX-M NIC Specifications

Lists hardware, network interface, and environment specs for these NICs.

3C905B NICs Specifications

Lists hardware and network interface specs for 3C905B NICs.

3C900B NICs Specifications

Lists hardware, network interface, and standards conformance for 3C900B NICs.

Cabling Requirements

Details cabling requirements, quality, distance, and standards.

B Installing the DynamicAccess LAN Agent

Client PC Requirements

Lists minimum client PC requirements for installing the DynamicAccess LAN Agent.

Installing the DynamicAccess LAN Agent

Provides step-by-step instructions for installing the DynamicAccess LAN Agent.

Configuring the DynamicAccess LAN Agent

Explains how to configure the DynamicAccess LAN Agent settings.

C Installing the 3Com DMI Agent

About the 3Com DMI Agent

Explains what the 3Com DMI Agent does and the information it provides.

System Requirements

Lists client PC and network management requirements for the DMI Agent.

Installing the 3Com DMI Agent

Provides instructions for installing the 3Com DMI Agent.

D Installing From Diskette

Installing From Diskette

Describes how to create installation diskettes from the EtherCD.

E Technical Support

Online Technical Services

Lists 3Com's online support services like websites and FTP.

Support from Your Network Supplier

Advises contacting network suppliers for assistance.

Support from 3Com

Lists worldwide telephone numbers for 3Com technical support.

Returning Products for Repair

Explains the process for returning products for repair, including obtaining authorization.

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