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3Com EtherLink 3C905C-TX User Manual

3Com EtherLink 3C905C-TX
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EtherLink
®
10/100 PCI for
Complete PC Management
Network Interface Cards
User Guide
3C905C-TX and 3C905C-TX-M
EtherLink 10/100 PCI NICs for
Complete PC Management
Part No. 09-1488-000
Published March 1999
book Page 1 Monday, March 15, 1999 1:31 PM

Table of Contents

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3Com EtherLink 3C905C-TX Specifications

General IconGeneral
Brand3Com
ModelEtherLink 3C905C-TX
CategoryNetwork Card
LanguageEnglish

Summary

About This Guide

Conventions

Lists icons and their meanings used in the guide for better understanding.

Year 2000 Compliance

Provides information on Year 2000 compliance for 3Com products.

Introduction to the 3C905C NIC

3C905C NIC Overview

Provides an overview of the 3C905C NIC and its capabilities.

Features

Lists the key features supported by the 3C905C NIC.

Using Remote Wake-Up

Explains how to utilize the Remote Wake-Up functionality.

Remote Wake-Up Requirements

Details the prerequisites for using the Remote Wake-Up feature.

Multiple NIC Installations and Remote Wake-Up

Discusses the process of installing multiple NICs for Remote Wake-Up.

Using the Managed PC Boot Agent (MBA) Software

Describes the functionality and use of the Managed PC Boot Agent software.

Using DynamicAccess Software

Explains the benefits and features of DynamicAccess software for network management.

Using the Workgroup Keep-Alive Packet

Details the function of the workgroup keep-alive packet feature.

Using Remote System Alerts

Guides on configuring the NIC for remote system alerts.

Remote System Alerts Requirements

Lists the necessary conditions for generating remote system alerts.

Supported Remote System Alerts

Mentions the number of remote system alerts a PC can support.

Using Desktop Management Interface (DMI) 2.0

Describes the DMI 2.0 support for managing PCs and peripherals.

Network Interface Card Installation

Overview

Provides a summary of NIC installation tasks based on PC configuration.

Preparing for Installation

Lists essential items and information needed before installing the NIC.

Running the Preinstallation Program

Details the steps to execute the preinstallation program prior to physical installation.

Inserting the NIC

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

Connecting the Remote Wake-Up Cable

Explains how to connect the Remote Wake-Up cable from the NIC to the motherboard.

Connecting SOS or SMBus Cables for Remote System Alerts

Describes the process of connecting SOS or SMBus cables for system alerts.

Connecting to the Network

Explains how to connect the NIC to an Ethernet or Fast Ethernet network.

Windows 95/98 and Windows NT Driver Installation

Overview

Introduces the process of installing NIC drivers and software for Windows operating systems.

Installing the Driver

Guides users through installing the NIC driver and software for various Windows versions.

Windows 95 Driver Installation

Provides specific instructions for installing NIC drivers within the Windows 95 environment.

Windows 98 Driver Installation

Details the procedure for installing NIC drivers in the Windows 98 operating system.

Windows NT 4.0 Driver Installation

Guides users on installing NIC drivers for Windows NT 4.0.

Windows NT 3.51 Driver Installation

Explains the steps to install NIC drivers on Windows NT 3.51.

Verifying Successful Installation

Describes methods to confirm that the NIC and its software are correctly installed.

Installing Multiple NICs

Outlines the procedure for installing more than one NIC in a PC.

NetWare Client and Server Driver Installation

Installing the NetWare Client Driver

Guides on installing NetWare client drivers for DOS and Windows for Workgroups.

About 3Com Intelligent Auto Install Software

Explains the functionality of the Intelligent Auto Install software for NetWare clients.

Intelligent Auto Install Requirements

Lists the prerequisites for utilizing the Intelligent Auto Install program.

Running the Intelligent Auto Install Program

Details the steps to execute the Intelligent Auto Install program for NetWare networks.

Installing the NetWare Server Driver

Explains how to install NetWare server drivers for compatible versions.

Obtaining NetWare Loadable Modules

Describes the process of acquiring necessary NetWare Loadable Modules (NLMs).

NetWare 3.12 Driver Installation

Provides installation steps for the driver on a NetWare 3.12 server.

NetWare 4.10 and 4.11 Driver Installation

Details driver installation for NetWare 4.10 and 4.11 servers.

Multiple NICs in NetWare Servers

Guides on configuring multiple NICs within a NetWare server environment.

Verifying the PCI Slot Number

Instructs on how to verify the PCI slot number for NIC installation.

NIC Configuration

Configuration Methods

Lists the various methods available for configuring the 3C905C NIC.

Default NIC Settings

Details the default configuration settings for the 3C905C NIC.

Changing General NIC Configuration Settings

Provides steps to modify general NIC settings such as optimization and media type.

Configuring the Managed PC Boot Agent (MBA)

Explains how to set up the MBA boot ROM for network booting.

Enabling or Disabling the Boot ROM Setting

Guides on activating or deactivating the NIC's boot ROM.

Booting From the Network

Describes the network boot process using the MBA boot ROM.

BBS BIOS-Compatible PCs Network Booting

Steps to enable network booting on BBS BIOS-compatible PCs.

Non-BBS BIOS-Compatible PCs Network Booting

Steps to enable network booting on non-BBS BIOS-compatible PCs.

Troubleshooting and Diagnostics

Troubleshooting the Installation

Offers solutions for common issues encountered during NIC installation.

Accessing 3Com Support Databases

Guides on accessing technical information and support resources from 3Com.

Accessing the 3Com Knowledgebase

Details how to use the 3Com Knowledgebase for technical problem-solving.

Accessing the 3Com NIC Help System

Explains how to access the built-in help system for the NIC.

Accessing Release Notes and FAQs

Guides on finding release notes and answers to common questions.

Interpreting the LEDs

Explains the meaning of the NIC's status indicator LEDs.

Running the NIC Diagnostics Tests

Provides instructions on performing diagnostic tests on the NIC.

To Run the NIC Test

Details the specific steps for running the NIC functionality test.

To Run the Remote Wake-Up Test

Guides on executing the test to verify Remote Wake-Up functionality.

Troubleshooting Remote Wake-Up

Offers solutions for issues related to the Remote Wake-Up feature.

Viewing Network Statistics

Explains how to view network traffic statistics using the diagnostic utility.

Using the 3Com Icon in the Windows System Tray

Describes how to use the system tray icon for quick access to diagnostics.

Removing NIC Software

Provides instructions for uninstalling the NIC driver and associated software.

Frequently Asked Questions

Presents common questions and their answers regarding the 3C905C NIC.

Specifications and Cabling Requirements

Hardware Specifications

Details the physical and environmental specifications of the NIC.

Standards Conformance

Lists the industry standards and protocols the NIC complies with.

Cabling Requirements

Outlines the necessary cabling types and standards for network connectivity.

Twisted-Pair Cable

Describes the characteristics and types of twisted-pair cables used in networking.

10BASE-T Operation

Explains the 10BASE-T Ethernet standard and its operational characteristics.

100BASE-TX Operation

Details the 100BASE-TX Fast Ethernet standard and its operational characteristics.

RJ-45 Connector Pin Assignments

Shows the pinout configuration for the RJ-45 network connector.

DynamicAccess Software Installation and Configuration

Client PC Requirements

Lists the necessary system requirements for installing DynamicAccess software.

Installing DynamicAccess Software

Guides users through the step-by-step process of installing DynamicAccess software.

Verifying Successful Installation

Explains how to confirm that DynamicAccess software has been installed correctly.

Configuring DynamicAccess Software

Provides instructions for configuring the DynamicAccess software settings.

Removing DynamicAccess Software

Refers to the user guide for instructions on uninstalling DynamicAccess software.

3Com DMI Agent Installation

Overview

Introduces the 3Com DMI Agent and its role in network management.

System Requirements

Lists the requirements for both client PCs and network management stations for the DMI Agent.

Client PC Requirements

Details the specific requirements for the client PC to utilize the 3Com DMI Agent.

Network Management Requirements

Lists the necessary components for the network management station.

Installing the 3Com DMI Agent

Provides the procedure for installing the 3Com DMI Agent on a PC.

Technical Support

Support from Your Network Supplier

Advises users to contact their network supplier for initial support.

Online Technical Services

Lists the various online technical support channels provided by 3Com.

World Wide Web Site

Provides the URL for accessing 3Com's official website for information.

3Com FTP Site

Details how to access drivers, patches, and software from 3Com's FTP server.

3Com Bulletin Board Service

Explains the 3Com BBS as a resource for product support and updates.

Access by Analog Modem

Lists telephone numbers for accessing the 3Com BBS via analog modems.

Access by Digital Modem

Explains how to access the 3Com BBS using digital modems (ISDN).

3Com Facts Automated Fax Service

Describes the automated fax service for technical articles and instructions.

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