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2.4 Testing The Adapter
The SETUP program provides an option
in its main menu for adapter diagnostics. One or
more PCs on the network can run the test simulta-
neously. The Test Adapter option runs several
tests and the results are indicated by either PASS
or FAIL. Make sure that the network cable is
attached (and properly terminated if using a BNC
connection) to the adapter when using this option.
If any test fails, the program notifies you of the
error and suggests actions to correct the problem.
Follow the on-screen prompt to start or stop the
Network Function Test.
The following suite of tests are available
through the Test Adapter option:
1.
Configuration Test: Identifies the host PC
2.
I/O Test: Tests configured I/O port
3.
ID Test: Verifies the adapter’s node ID
4.
RAM Test: Checks on-board RAM
5.
Internal Loop back Test: Performs trans-
mit/receive tests within the controller
6.
External Loop back Test: Performs trans-
mit/receive tests on the network link
7.
Interrupt Test: Checks Interrupt Line
8.
Network Function: Performs network
packet transmit/receive tests
2.5 Boot ROM Installation (optional)
An empty ROM socket is provided on the
adapter to accept an optional Remote Boot ROM
(available from your dealer). The Boot ROM al-
lows the PC to load the Operating System over the
network for diskless applications.
1.
Insert the Boot ROM into the socket. Make
