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already assigned to another device. In such a case,
the conflict of Interrupt Number will cause faults in
the behavior of both devices. Then it is necessary to
run the CMOS Setup utility, and manually assign a
non-conflicting Interrupt Number.
Step 3, Driver Installation
Before you connect the 10/100Mbps PCI bus Card
to the network, you have to install the network
driver first. The driver for each networking
operating system is under a separate directory. A
HELP.COM file under root directory lists the
information and detailed installation procedure of
all the available drivers.
Troubleshooting
If you experience any problems with the adapter,
first verify that the appropriate driver is loaded, that
the proper grade of cable is employed for the
network connection, and that the supporting hub is
functioning properly.
1. Ascertain that the adapter card is fully and
firmly seated in the slot connector.
2. Check the length and rating of connecting
cables.
3. Ascertain that the adapter's PCI slot is not
deactivated at the BIOS level. The CMOS
Setup utility in PCI computers ordinarily