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NSTALLATION
This chapter describes how to install the NIC driver and
software on a PC running Windows 95, Windows 98,
Windows NT 4.0, or Windows NT 3.51.
To obtain the latest shipping version of a driver, contact
your PC manufacturer.
Overview
You install the NIC driver and software using the
EtherDisk
diskettes after you have run the preinstallation
program and installed the NIC in your PC, as described
in Chapter 2.
The NIC driver can be used in both Microsoft and NetWare
network environments.
Do not use the 3Com Intelligent Auto Install software to
install the NIC driver under Windows 95, Windows 98,
or Windows NT. The Intelligent Auto Install software
is for Windows 3.x and DOS clients connecting to a
NetWare server. See Chapter 4 for more information.
Installing the Driver
To install the NIC driver and software, follow the steps
in the section appropriate for your operating system.
Windows 95
If you encounter problems during the installation, see
the W95NDIS.TXT file located in the HELP directory
on
EtherDisk
diskette 3 for troubleshooting tips.
Before installing the NIC driver and software:
■
Make sure that you have run the preinstallation
program, as described in Chapter 2.
■
Make sure that the NIC is installed in the PC and
that it is connected to the network.
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