Model DFE-530TX Ethernet / Fast Ethernet Adapter for PCI Bus User’s Guide Rev. 01 (February, 1998) 6DFE530TX.
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Table of Contents 1. INTRODUCTION ................................................................ 1 ABOUT FAST ETHERNET ................................................... 1 ABOUT AUTO-NEGOTIATION ........................................... 2 ABOUT PCI BUS................................................................... 4 FEATURES............................................................................ 4 2. INSTALLATION..................................................................
DFE-530TX 10/100Mbps Ethernet Adapter for PCI Bus 1 Introduction Thank you for choosing D-Link DFE-530TX, the value leader among Fast Ethernet adapters for PCI−Bus personal computers. This Introduction chapter will be useful if you are new to Fast Ethernet and other new technology featured by the DFE-530TX. Otherwise, skip ahead to the Installation chapter. About Fast Ethernet Fast Ethernet is a network technology specified by IEEE Standard 802.3u.
DFE-530TX Ethernet/Fast Ethernet Adapter for PCI Bus Category 4 UTP network cabling, but does not provide for full duplex operation. 100Base-TX requires Category 5 cabling, but does provide full duplex operation. Full duplex 100Base-TX operation allows simultaneous transmission and reception, both at 100Mbps, thus providing service potentially equal to 200Mbps halfduplex service. The DFE-530TX Adapter does not support the 100Base-T4 subtype.
DFE-530TX 10/100Mbps Ethernet Adapter for PCI Bus line quality and settled on the combination of shared options and parameters which will provide the best data communication over the connecting phone line, then you are given the •onnect” message which signals the end of the intermodem negotiation and the beginning of your intended communication with the remote computer. Auto-negotiation between devices within an Ethernet LAN is similar in concept, but much briefer.
DFE-530TX Ethernet/Fast Ethernet Adapter for PCI Bus When the preparatory procedure of auto-negotiation is completed, then the line is ready and will provide a data channel which is optimal for the two devices. The line will remain ready without further auto-negotiation action until the linkage is broken. Autonegotiation then reoccurs at any time that the linkage is restored, again making the line ready for optimal data communications.
DFE-530TX 10/100Mbps Ethernet Adapter for PCI Bus • Operates in a PCI Bus Master slot of a Pentium/486 computer, independent of CPU speed. • PCI Bus Master memory access, for high throughput and low CPU demand. • 32-bit Intelligent Ethernet controller. • Complies with IEEE 802.3 100Base-TX and 10Base-T Ethernet standards. • Plug and Play installation. • RJ-45 connector for network cable connection. • 100Mbps Fast Ethernet or 10Mbps Ethernet data transfer, selected via auto-negotiation.
DFE-530TX 10/100Mbps Ethernet Adapter for PCI Bus 2 Installation Installation of a DFE-530TX Ethernet Adapter requires hardware installation first, then software installation. Unpack and Inspect CAUTION: Under ordinary circumstances, a DFE-530TX card will not be affected by static charge as may be received through your body during handling of the unit.
DFE-530TX Ethernet/Fast Ethernet Adapter for PCI Bus 2. If your order does not include the Boot ROM option, go ahead to Step 3. If your order includes the Boot ROM option, then install the Boot ROM Chip by plugging the chip into the Boot ROM Socket on the DFE-530TX card. The notched end of the Boot ROM Chip must be aligned with the notched end of the Boot ROM Socket (opposite alignment will cause destruction of the Boot ROM Chip). 3.
DFE-530TX 10/100Mbps Ethernet Adapter for PCI Bus Connect the Network Cable Category 5 UTP cable qualifies for both, the Fast Ethernet and Ethernet, cabling rules. The maximum length of any single cable run between any station and its supporting hub is 100 meters. The maximum length of a cable joining two hubs is 10m in general, but is 100m when both hubs qualify as Ethernet Class 2 Repeaters (all D-Link Ethernet hubs do qualify).
DFE-530TX Ethernet/Fast Ethernet Adapter for PCI Bus Connecting for 10Mbps Ethernet Category 3, Category 4, and Category 5 UTP cable, as well as EIA/TIA-568 100-ohm STP cable, all qualify under Ethernet cabling rules. The maximum cable run between the DFE-530TX and the supporting hub is 100 meters. The cable must be straight (not a crossover cable) with RJ-45 connector at each end.
DFE-530TX 10/100Mbps Ethernet Adapter for PCI Bus A Troubleshooting If you experience any problems with the adapter, first verify that the appropriate driver is loaded, that the proper grade of cable is employed for the network connection, and that the supporting hub is functioning properly. 1. Ascertain that the adapter card is fully and firmly seated in the slot connector. 2. Check the length and rating of connecting cables. 3.
DFE-530TX Ethernet/Fast Ethernet Adapter for PCI Bus The DFE-530TX Adapter features three LED indicators to assist in the resolving of network diagnostics: • 10Mbps/100Mbps SPEED Indicator This LED shows steady green (on) when 100Mbps speed is selected. It is dark (off) when 10Mbps is negotiated. • LINK Indicator Steady green indicates good linkage between the DFE-530TX and its supporting hub. • ACTIVITY Indicator Flashing green indicates that the adapter is sending or receiving.
DFE-530TX 10/100Mbps Ethernet Adapter for PCI Bus B Specifications Network Type: • Fast Ethernet 100Base-TX IEEE 802.3u standard for 100Mbps baseband CSMA/CD local area network • Ethernet 10BASE-T IEEE 802.
DFE-530TX Ethernet/Fast Ethernet Adapter for PCI Bus Physical Dimensions: 13.9 cm x 7.3 cm Environment: Storage: −20° to 80°C, (−4° to 176° F) Operating: 0° to 55° C, (32° to 131° F) Humidity: 10% to 90% non-condensing Power Consumption: 2W (400mA @ 5V) max PCB Layer: 2 layers Software drivers‡ for: √ Microsoft Windows 95, 98 √ Microsoft Windows NT3.51, NT4.0 √ Banyan VINES v4.00 (2) √ DECnet PathWorks v4.0 √ FTP PC/TCP √ IBM Communication Manager v1.0 √ IBM LAN Server v4.0, v3.0, v2.
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