Transition Networks
N-GXE-POE-xx-01 User Guide
33599 Rev. E
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System
Requirements
Before installing the N-GXE-POE-xx-01, make sure your system meets these requirements:
□
PC with a supported OS installed
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One open PCIe slot
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At least 128 MB RAM (minimum)
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Power supply that can provide PoE requirement of 12V/3A on the mini-4 pin power connector
Pre
‐
Installation
Checklist
Before installing your N-GXE-POE-xx-01, verify the following:
1. Check that your computer has an appropriate open PCIe slot.
2. Check that the power supply on your computer has a 12V power connector.
3. Verify that your system is using the latest BIOS.
4. When you download the driver software and WinPcap from the TN website, record the path.
5. If your system is active, shut it down.
Do not
install the NIC until system power is completely
removed. When system shutdown is complete, power OFF and unplug your system.
6. Check if your system already has the necessary cabling and connection needed for the PoE NIC.
If not, see Cable Descriptions on page
12
.
7. Holding the N-GXE-POE-xx-01 by the edges, remove it from its shipping package and place it on
an antistatic surface.
8. Check the N-GXE-POE-xx-01 for signs of damage, particularly on the PCB edge connector.
Caution
: Never attempt to install a damaged NIC card. If the N-GXE-POE-xx-01 is damaged, report it
to Transition Networks. See “
Contact Us
” on page
30
.
Safety
Precautions
Warning
: Risk of Electrical Shock. Disconnect power before installing the NIC. Failure to observe this
warning could result in an electrical shock.
CAUTION
Only qualified persons should install the NIC. Failure to observe this caution could result in
poor performance or damage to the equipment.
CAUTION
Install the NIC in an operating environment where the temperature range is from
-40°C to
+50°C (-104°F to +122 °F)
, with relative humidity of 5% to 90% non-condensing. Failure to observe this caution
could result in poor equipment performance.
CAUTION
DO NOT install the NIC in areas where strong electromagnetic fields (EMF) exist. Failure to
observe this caution could result in poor equipment performance and data corruption.
WARNING
Disconnect power before installing and wiring the NIC for power. Failure to observe this warning
could result in an electrical shock.
Attention
: this product, like all electronic products, uses semiconductors that can be damaged by ESD
(electrostatic Discharge). Always observe appropriate precautions when handling.
