Performing Troubleshooting and Diagnostic Tests
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Running the Group 3 Test
To run the Group 3 test on an EtherLink III adapter:
1. Start the EtherLink III Configuration and
Diagnostic Program.
2. Select Test Setup from the Test menu.
This program must be on the computer containing
the adapter you want to test.
3. Enable the Group 3 test. Highlight <OK> and
press [Enter].
4. Go to the Run dialog box to start the tests.
5. After the test is completed:
a. End the program on the echo server.
b. Exit the Configuration and Diagnostic Program.
c. Connect to the network. Refer to Chapter 5,
“Connecting to the Network,” for instructions.
Miscellaneous Checks
Check for specific hardware problems, such as broken
traces or loose/broken solder connections.
Link Beat LED
The 3C509-TP or 3C579-TP adapter has an LED for the
link beat (see Figure 7-7).
NOTE: The 3C509-COMBO adapter has no LED.