3Com EtherLink III ISA 3C509B-COMBO, User Manual

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ROUBLESHOOTING
Running Tests
Two tests help you troubleshoot problems with the NIC: the NIC
test and the network test.
NIC Test
Run the NIC test to determine that the NIC is working correctly.
Be sure to run this test after you have verified that the network
is functioning.
Follow these steps to run the NIC test:
1 Click Run NIC Test to begin the test.
A progress bar appears. Results are displayed when the test
is completed.
2 Click OK .
Network Test
Run the Network test first if you are experiencing problems with
the NIC. This tests the ability of the 3C509B NIC to transmit and
receive data while connected to the network.
Follow these steps to run the Network test:
1 Click Run Network Test .
The Network Connectivity Test screen is displayed.
2 Click Start to begin the test.
The PC on the network acting as the receiver in this test is
identified on the right side of the screen. Results are displayed
when the test is completed.
To run the test continuously, select the Continuous check box.
3 Click Close .
Uninstalling the NIC
If you have problems installing NIC software, allow the 3Com
Installation Wizard to finish. The installation cannot be canceled
once it is started.
CAUTION: Before attempting to reinstall 3Com NIC installation
software, you must first perform the uninstallation process.