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Connecting Your Card to Your Network
Depending on how you are planning on using the card, the device you are connecting it
to and the type of cable you need may differ. To take advantage of the card’s Gigabit
(1000 Mbits/sec) capacity, it is recommended that you always use at least Cat. 5e
Ethernet cable. If you are unsure of the type of cable required for your device, consult
your device manufacturer.
NOTE:
StarTech.com carries a wide range of Cat. 5e and Cat. 6 Ethernet cables in various
colors and lengths. For more information on these products, as well as tips and ideas for
setting up and running your network, visit http://www.startech.com and click on the
Networking tab near the top of the screen.
• If you are connecting your computer directly to another computer, you need to use a
crossover
cable.
• If you are connecting your computer to a hub or switch, you should use a straight-
through
cable.
• If you are connecting your computer to the Internet via a DSL or cable modem, you
should use the cable recommended by the modem manufacturer.
Tips for Setting Up Your Network
For information and help on setting up your network, please consult the manufacturer of
your operating system. The following is for tips and troubleshooting purposes only and
is intended for Microsoft users on a local area network.
Make sure your computers are configured properly
For your convenience, you should configure each of your computers so that they can
“see” each other and share devices and files. To do this, you have to make sure that the
following have been installed on your computers:
• Client for Microsoft Networks
• TCP/IP (Internet Protocol)
• File and Print Sharing
These clients, protocols, and services can be found in the following locations:
Windows XP
1. Click on Start, then click My Network Places.
2. Click View Network Connections in the Network Tasks box.
3. Right-click on Local Area Connection and choose Properties.
Windows 2000
1. Click on Start, then Settings, then Network and Dialup Connections.
2. Double-click Local Area Connections and click the Properties button.
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