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The adapter’s backplate should be flush with the computer’s
chassis. Be sure that the adapter’s connector fingers are
completely seated in the slot.
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Replace the computer cover and reconnect all previously
connected cables.
Connecting to the Network
This section describes how to connect 10 Mbps or 100 Mbps
network cables to the Fast EtherLink PCI adapter.
You must connect the adapter to the network before loading
drivers.
The backplate of the Fast EtherLink PCI adapter contains one
RJ-45 connector. The adapter automatically senses and
switches speed based on the type of hub to which it is
connected.
For 10BASE-T Ethernet networks, the Fast EtherLink PCI
adapter uses Category 3, 4, or 5 unshielded twisted-pair
(UTP) cable. For 100BASE-TX Ethernet networks the
Fast EtherLink PCI adapter supports Category 5 UTP cabling.
Refer to Appendix A for more information on cabling.
Figure 2-2 shows the backplate of the Fast EtherLink PCI
adapter with its RJ-45 connector.
