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2.2 System Hardware Requirements
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Intel IA-32 and EM64T or AMD Opteron 32/64 compatible
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Bus Type: PCI-X 1.0
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Bus Width: 64-bit
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Bus Slot Speed: 66/100/133 MHz
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Power supply vo3.3 volts +/- 0.3 volts, +5.0 volts +/- 0.25 volts
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A single open 64-bit PCI-X slot (see section “Choosing a Slot for Maximizing
Performance” below before making a choice)
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256 MB RAM (minimum), 1GB (or more recommended)
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PCI-X compatible riser card (if installing in a system that requires a riser card)
2.3 Adapter Hardware Installation
2.3.1 Choosing a Slot for Installation
When choosing a connector slot in your computer, be aware that the Ammasso 1100 Ethernet
Adapter must be inserted into a PCI-X slot. Before inserting the adapter, use your system
documentation to determine which slots support PCI-X. Be sure to set any jumpers correctly
on the motherboard to ensure that the slot is correctly configured. The Ammasso 1100 will
not operate correctly in a slot that is running in PCI mode. If a PCI device is attached to a
PCI-X bus, the bus will operate in PCI mode.
The Ammasso 1100 Ethernet Adapter is designed to deliver high performance. In order to
maximize performance, Ammasso recommends that the 1100 Ethernet Adapter be the only
device on the PCI-X bus. Installing more than one card in a PCI-X bus may degrade
performance of all devices on that bus.
2.3.2 Tools and Equipment Required
You need the following items to install and connect the Ammasso adapter:
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ESD-preventative wrist strap
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Ammasso 1100 High Performance Ethernet Adapter
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Cat 5E cable terminated with an RJ-45 connector