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NIC Features 17
MBA preboot support allows you to use management applications to perform
tasks such as:
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Installing and configuring a new PC that has never been connected to
the network.
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Upgrading software.
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Scanning for viruses.
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Performing disaster recovery tasks.
In addition to firmware, MBA has a complete set of tools, utilities, and pre-OS
software that enables network administrators to perform tasks such as:
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Reconfiguring multiple systems at once.
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Backing up hard drives automatically.
For more information on the management features supported by 3C990 NICs,
access the 3Com World Wide Web site
Go to: http://www.3com.com/managedpc .
Remote Wake-Up Remote Wake-Up provides the ability to remotely power-up a network PC.
When the PC is in sleep mode and receives a wake-up packet (Magic Packet
frame) through the LAN, the NIC turns on the power to the PC. To use the
Remote Wake-Up feature, a desktop management application is also required
that is able to generate a Magic Packet Remote Wake-Up signal.
Your PC or server must be either 2.1 or 2.2 PCI specification-compliant to
use Remote Wake-Up. A PC that meets the PCI 2.1 specification uses the
3-pin Remote Wake-Up connector on the PC motherboard. A PC that meets
the PCI 2.2 specification uses the PCI bus on the motherboard to handle
Remote Wake-Up. (A 3-pin connector is not provided on the motherboard.)
Additionally, to support Remote Wake-Up, a PC must have a:
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BIOS that supports Remote Wake-Up (power management capability)
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5-volt standby power supply unit rated at a minimum of 375 mA
If you are unsure whether your PC meets the requirements listed above, refer to
your PC documentation or contact your PC manufacturer. For more information
on Remote Wake-Up, including a list of PCs that currently support this feature,
access the 3Com World Wide Web site
Go to: http://www.3com.com/partners/acpi .
NOTE: The 3CR990 NICs provide a network connection with or without the
Remote Wake-Up cable installed.