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Network Communications
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COMPAQ CONFIDENTIAL - NEED TO KNOW REQUIRED
Connecting to an Ethernet Network
An RJ-45 Ethernet network connector is included on your workstation.
Refer to the following illustration to connect a network cable to the RJ-45
connector.
IMPORTANT:
If you are connecting to a 100BaseTX network, you must use a
Category 5 UTP cable.
Figure 4-1. Attaching the network cable to the RJ-45 connector
Any RJ-45 receptacle marked with these symbols indicates
a Network Interface Connection.
WARNING:
To reduce risk of electrical shock, fire, or
damage to the equipment, do not plug telephone or
telecommunications connectors into this receptacle.
Installing the Network Driver
The network device driver enables the workstation to communicate with the
network. The network driver is preinstalled on your workstation. For
information about installing the driver, operating system, and other support
software, refer to the Software Installation Guide.