Connecting to a Local Area Network 8-1
COMPAQ CONFIDENTIAL - NEED TO KNOW REQUIRED
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chapter
8
C
ONNECTING TO A
L
OCAL
A
REA
N
ETWORK
A network computer model can be connected to a Local Area
Network (LAN). A network computer model
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Has an internal modem/NIC (network interface card)
combination card.
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Has an RJ-45 jack on the right side.
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Has preinstalled LAN drivers.
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Supports network speeds up to
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10 Mbps when connected to a 10BaseTX network.
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100 Mbps when connected to a 100BaseTX network.
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Can be connected to a LAN whether or not the internal
modem is connected to a telephone line.
IMPORTANT:
Consult with your information services department
before loading a network driver or changing a network setting.