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PCI/PXI Ethernet Adapter Installation Guide
9.
Restart your computer.
10. Follow the instructions given previously in the
section to
install the Windows 98 drivers.
Adapter Cannot Connect to the Network
1.
Make sure the cable is installed properly.
The network cable must be installed properly at both the adapter and
the hub. The maximum distance for the cable is 100 m. If the cable is
connected properly and within the allowed distance, try another cable.
2.
Check the LEDs on the adapter.
The adapter has two LEDs located on the RJ-45 connector.
The following table lists the function of each LED.
3.
Make sure you are using the correct drivers.
Verify that you are using the drivers that came with the adapter.
The computer hangs when the drivers are loaded
Change the PCI BIOS interrupt settings. See
for
more information.
Diagnostics pass, but the connection fails or
errors occur
At 100 Mb/s, make sure you are using a Category 5 cable and you are
connected to a 100Base-TX hub or switch—not 100Base-T4.
LED Color
Function
Indication
Meaning
Yellow
Action/Link
On
The adapter is receiving power. The cable
connection is good.
Off
The adapter is not sending or receiving
network data. The adapter is not receiving
power. The cable connection is bad or you
have a driver problem.
Flashing
The adapter is sending and receiving
network data.
Green
Speed
On
Operating at 100 Mb/s
Off
Operating at 10 Mb/s
