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Intel ETHEREXPRESS PRO/100 User Manual

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Intel EtherExpress
PRO/100
LAN+Modem56 PC Card
User’s Guide
How to Use This Manual
This Users Guide contains the latest information on the EtherExpress
PRO/100 LAN+Modem56 PC Card available at press time. It is designed
to help both new and experienced users with installation and configura-
tion.
Installation and Configuration Overview
For an overview, see the Quick Installation Card. For complete technical
details and troubleshooting information, see the chapter covering your
operating system (Chapter 2 Windows 95, Chapter 3 Windows NT, or
Chapter 4 Windows 3.x/MS-DOS) in this Users Guide.
How to Find More Information
Use the Table of Contents, Index, and page and text headings in this Users
Guide to help you find what you need. Check the README file on Disk 2,
Network Drivers disk. To check for updated drivers, visit our Customer
Support web site at:
http://support.intel.com
See Appendix A for additional support information.

Table of Contents

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Intel ETHEREXPRESS PRO/100 Specifications

General IconGeneral
Device TypeNetwork adapter
Form FactorPlug-in card
Data Link ProtocolEthernet, Fast Ethernet
Data Transfer Rate100 Mbps
Compliant StandardsIEEE 802.3, IEEE 802.3u
Connector TypeRJ-45
Bus TypePCI
ChipsetIntel 82557
Full Duplex SupportYes
Wake-on-LAN SupportYes
Ports1 x RJ45
Data Rate10 Mbps / 100 Mbps
Operating Systems SupportedLinux, Windows

Summary

Hardware Installation

Introduction to Hardware Installation

Provides an introduction to the hardware installation chapter.

Understanding 56K Technology

Explains the 56K modem technology used by the PRO/100 PC Card.

PC Card Model Information

Details the specific model number of the PRO/100 PC Card.

Included Software and Features

Information on supplied software and additional features of the card.

HotSwap and Power Management

Describes the HotSwap and power management features.

Unpacking and Inspection

Instructions for unpacking and inspecting the hardware components.

Package Contents and Required Equipment

Lists package contents and other required equipment for setup.

Installing the PC Card and Cables

Step-by-step guide for installing the card into the PC slot.

Windows 95 Installation Procedures

Identifying Windows 95 Versions

Guides the user on identifying the specific version of Windows 95.

Retail Version Installation Overview

Provides an overview and important notes for retail version installation.

Recommended Installation Steps

Details the recommended steps for insertion, detection, and disk prompts.

Windows 95 Network Installation

Instructions for performing network installation in Windows 95.

OSR2 Installation Overview

Provides an overview and important notes for OSR2 installation.

Troubleshooting Windows 95

Offers troubleshooting tips, including device conflict resolution.

Windows 95 Driver Parameters

Reference for driver parameters specific to Windows 95.

Windows NT Installation Guide

Identifying Windows NT Versions

Information on identifying the correct version of Windows NT.

Windows NT 4.0 Installation Steps

Detailed steps for installing the PC Card under Windows NT 4.0.

Modem Setup Procedures

Instructions for setting up the modem component.

Windows NT 3.51 Installation Steps

Detailed steps for installing the PC Card under Windows NT 3.51.

Windows NT Driver Parameters

Reference for driver parameters specific to Windows NT.

Windows 3.x and DOS Installation

MS-DOS Installation Process

Instructions for installing the card under MS-DOS.

Windows 3.x and Workgroups Installation

Steps for installing under Windows 3.x and Windows for Workgroups.

Network Operating System References

Alphabetical reference for Windows 3.x network operating systems.

Specific Network Software Installation

Guides for installing drivers for various network software.

Windows 3.x Configuration Notes

Important notes for configuring modem drivers in Windows 3.x.

COM Port, IRQ, and I/O Address Management

Details on managing COM ports, IRQs, and I/O base addresses.

Changing Interrupt and I/O Settings

Procedures for modifying interrupt and I/O address settings.

Preventing Memory Conflicts

Strategies and methods for preventing memory conflicts.

Windows 3.x Modem Driver Settings

Configuration settings for Windows 3.x modem drivers.

Network Driver Parameter References

Parameters for various network drivers in Windows 3.x.

Error Messages for Windows 3.x/DOS

Common error messages encountered with Windows 3.x and DOS drivers.

Windows 3.x Troubleshooting

Troubleshooting common issues within the Windows 3.x environment.

Troubleshooting Network Connectivity

Steps to resolve issues when the driver loads but network access fails.

Troubleshooting DOS Modem Software

Resolving problems with DOS modem software functionality.

Modem Operation: DOS vs. Windows

Troubleshooting modem functionality differences between DOS and Windows.

Utilities and Applications Guide

Country Identifier Utility

Utility to set country-specific modem settings.

Modem Test Utility

Tool for diagnosing and testing the modem's functionality.

Diagnostic Test Utility (M16BTEST.EXE)

A diagnostic program for self-testing the PC Card.

Diagnostic Test Utility Functions

Details on the functions available within the diagnostic utility.

COM Port Monitor for Windows 3.x

A monitor utility for COM ports specifically for Windows 3.x.

Communications Application Notes

Notes and script files for popular communications programs.

Modem Setup for Communications Programs

Steps to set up the modem with various communications applications.

Modem Setup After Windows 95 Installation

Instructions for configuring the modem post-Windows 95 setup.

America Online Setup

Configuration details for America Online versions.

CompuServe WINCIM Setup

Setup instructions for CompuServe WINCIM application.

LapLink Version Setup

Configuration details for LapLink application.

Lotus cc:Mail Mobile Setup

Configuration instructions for Lotus cc:Mail Mobile.

Lotus Notes Setup

Configuration details for Lotus Notes application.

Microsoft Dial-Up Adapter Setup

Network setup for Microsoft Dial-Up Adapter in Windows 95.

Microsoft Remote Access Server (RAS)

Instructions for setting up Microsoft Remote Access Server.

Prodigy Internet Setup

Configuration steps for Prodigy Internet service.

Modem Reference Guide

Modem Result Codes

Explanation of modem result codes.

AT Command Reference

Comprehensive reference for AT commands.

Special AT Commands

Details on special AT commands and escape sequences.

AT Command: Answer and Standard Selection

AT commands for answering and selecting communication standards.

AT Commands: Carrier Control and Dialing

AT commands for carrier control and dialing telephone numbers.

AT Commands: Dial Modifiers

Reference for various dial modifiers used with AT commands.

AT Commands: Echo and Hook Options

AT commands related to echo control and switch hook options.

AT Commands: ID and Speaker Control

AT commands for requesting ID information and speaker control.

AT Commands: Negotiation and Display Options

AT commands for negotiation options and result code display.

AT Commands: Dialing and Result Code Formats

AT commands for pulse dialing and result code format options.

AT Commands: Progress Messages and Call Progress

AT commands for negotiation progress and call progress options.

AT Commands: Disconnect and Profile Recall

AT commands for disconnect options and recalling stored profiles.

AT Commands: DCD and DTR Options

AT commands for Data Carrier Detect (DCD) and Data Terminal Ready (DTR).

AT Commands: Factory Settings and Guard Tones

AT commands for loading factory settings and guard tone selection.

AT Commands: Flow Control and Communications Mode

AT commands for flow control and asynchronous communications mode.

AT Commands: Asynchronous Mode and Self-Test

AT commands for asynchronous mode and self-test functions.

AT Commands: Configuration Profile and Telephone Number

AT commands to view/write profiles and store telephone numbers.

AT Commands: Break Control and Error Modes

AT commands for break control and error mode selection.

AT Commands: Flow Control and Timers

AT commands for local flow control and inactivity timer limits.

AT Commands: Blacklist and Compression

AT commands for viewing blacklists and data compression control.

AT Commands: Calling Tone

AT command to control data calling tone.

AT Commands: Capabilities and Country

AT commands for requesting capabilities and setting country of installation.

AT Commands: Identification and Modulation

AT commands for requesting identification and selecting modulation.

S-Register Reference

Reference guide for S-registers.

Introduction to S-Registers

Provides an introduction to the modem's S-registers.

S-Registers: Ringing and Escape Characters

Details on S-registers for ringing, counting, and escape characters.

S-Registers: Formatting, Editing, and Dialing Waits

S-registers for response formatting, editing, and dialing waits.

S-Registers: Connection Time-Out and Pause Duration

S-registers controlling connection timeouts and dial modifier pause duration.

S-Registers: Tone Duration and Modulation

S-registers for DTMF tone duration, escape guard time, and modulation.

S-Registers: Inactivity Timer and Throughput

S-registers for inactivity timer and DTE throughput limits.

S-Registers: Calling Tone and Negotiation

S-registers for data calling tone and negotiation fallback.

S-Registers: Dial Line Rate and Autorating

S-registers for dial line rate and ETC startup autorating.

S-Registers: Auto Rate and Auto Mode

S-registers for auto rate and auto mode selection.

S-Registers: Data Compression and Error Control

S-registers for data compression and LAPM error control negotiation.

S-Registers: Sleep Mode Timer and Transmit Level

S-registers for sleep mode timer and line transmit level.

S-Registers: Connect Transmit Level and Messages

S-registers for connect transmit level and negotiation message options.

S-Registers: Cable Detection Options

S-registers for cable detection options.

Automated Customer Support

Intel Support Channels

Information on accessing Intel support via WWW, FTP, and BBS.

Intel Web and Internet Sites

List of official Intel web and internet site addresses.

Contacting Intel Support Technicians

Details on how to contact Intel customer support technicians.

Product Specifications

General Hardware Specifications

Physical and environmental specifications of the PC Card.

Modem Technical Specifications

Detailed technical specifications of the modem functionality.

Warranty Information

Returning Defective Products

Procedure for returning a defective product for warranty service.

Agency Compliance Notices

FCC Compliance Statement (Part 15)

FCC compliance statement for radio frequency emissions.

FCC Compliance Statement (Part 68)

FCC compliance statement for telephone network connection.

Canadian Compliance (Industry Canada)

Industry Canada compliance statement for digital apparatus.

Manufacturer's Declaration

Manufacturer's declaration regarding product testing and requirements.

Software License Agreement

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