
Troubleshooting
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If CardAssistant software does not detect the card, it could
mean a conflict between the card and another device, a card
failure or a slot failure. You may need to reconfigure the
adapter card or the other device to avoid the conflict.
Only one device in the computer can use each I/O port, DMA
channel and interrupt vector. If two (or more) devices try to
share resources, one or all do not function properly. Table 9 lists
common uses of resources that can cause conflict.
To correct an I/O resource conflict
NOTE
High voltages inside the computer present a safety hazard. Be
sure the power is OFF before removing the cover.
NOTE
Remove the card at a static-free workstation, taking
precautions to prevent damage to static-sensitive components.
1. Remove the card from the computer according to the
manufacturer’s reference manual.
2. Move the card to another computer. See “Installing the
Card in an ISA or EISA Slot” on page 5.
3. Launch CardAssistant (page 10) and run diagnostics again
4. If diagnostics passes, change the adapter card
configuration (page 9), and move the card back to the target
computer.
5. Update the adapter card driver for the new settings. (See
your network software manual.)