Troubleshooting
11
Losing network
connection after
disconnecting or changing
the media speed
This can occur when using NetWare servers and IPX/SPX protocol.
It happens when the frame type is selected automatically. A
temporary solution is to reboot after disconnecting and
reconnecting the cable in NetWare networks. The permanent
solution is to use specific frame types such as 802.2 or 802.3.
Need to force speed and
duplex settings.
In most cases, the automatic settings work fine. However, if you
to need to force speed or duplex settings to match those of an
attached device:
1
Open
Control Panel/Network.
2
Double click
FE574BT-3Com 10/100 LAN PC Card-Fast
Ethernet.
3
Click the Advanced tab.
4
Select
Network Link Selection
and select the correct speed.
Slow or dropped
connection on a 10/100
switch or hub.
The switch may be forced to 10 Mbps. Open
Control Panel>Network>Advanced
and disable Auto Polarity.
1
Open
Control Panel>Network
2
Double click
FE574BT-3Com 10/100 LAN PC Card-Fast
Ethernet.
3
Click the Advanced tab.
4
Select
Automatic Polarity Selection
and select
Disable
.
Symptom
Solution
