Model DFE-500TX Fast Ethernet Adapter for PCI Bus User’s Guide Rev. 06 (May, 1997) 6DE-E50-0TX-.
Table of Contents 1. INTRODUCTION............................................................ 1 ABOUT FAST ETHERNET............................................. 1 ABOUT AUTONEGOTIATION........................................ 2 ABOUT PCI BUS............................................................ 3 FEATURES .................................................................... 4 2. INSTALLATION............................................................. 7 UNPACK AND INSPECT...............................
1 Introduction Thank you for choosing D-Link DFE-500TX, 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-500TX. Otherwise, skip ahead to the Installation chapter. About Fast Ethernet Fast Ethernet is a network technology specified by IEEE Standard 802.3.
DFE-500TX Ethernet PC Card User's Guide The DFE-500TX Adapter does not support the 100Base-T4 subtype. To provide compatibility in traditional 10Mbps Ethernet environments (where, for example, DFE-500TX adapters are installed anticipating upgrade of supporting hub equipment to Fast Ethernet), the DFE-500TX also supports traditional 10Mbps Ethernet operation, in full-duplex as well as half-duplex modes.
DFE-500TX Ethernet PC Card User's Guide Startup communication between the two devices occurs when both devices are power-on, the cable connection between them is good, and the Network Operating System software is running. As soon as those conditions are satisfied, the preparatory process of Autonegotiation between the DFE-500TX and its supporting hub proceeds automatically.
DFE-500TX Ethernet PC Card User's Guide throughput by reducing latency (waiting for CPU service) during transmissions and receptions. Features Designed for versatility and performance, the DFE-500TX Adapter provides the following features: • 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 • Complies with IEEE 802.
DFE-500TX Ethernet PC Card User's Guide • Five LED indicators: 100Mbps/10Mbps, Full/Half Duplex, Link, Active, and Collision • Drivers for all leading Network Operating Systems 5
2 Installation Installation of a DFE-500TX Ethernet Adapter requires hardware installation first, then software installation. Unpack and Inspect CAUTION: Under ordinary circumstances, a DFE-500TX card will not be affected by static charge as may be received through your body during handling of the unit. In special circumstances where you may carry an extraordinarily high static charge, it is good practice to reduce the charge by touching a ground before handling the adapter card.
DFE-500TX Ethernet PC Card User's Guide Install the Adapter 1. Shut down the computer, unplug its power cord, and remove the chassis cover. 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-500TX card.
DFE-500TX Ethernet PC Card User's Guide Connect the Network Cable Category 5 UTP cable is good enough to qualify under both the Fast Ethernet cabling rules and the traditional Ethernet cabling rules. The maximum individual cable run between any station and its supporting hub is 100m. The maximum individual cable run 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-500TX Ethernet PC Card User's Guide 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-500TX and the supporting hub is 300 ft. The cable must be “straight” (not a “crossover” cable) with RJ-45 plug at each end.
DFE-500TX Ethernet PC Card User's Guide Verification/Diagnostic Program This test program verifies configuration of the DFE-500TX as set by the installation procedure, and assists with isolation of any faults in operation. Verification and testing procedures are optional, and will only be useful in the unusual event that there is a fault, such as an interrupt number conflict among your computer’s expansion cards. If your installation provides normal operation, you might choose to skip these procedures.
DFE-500TX Ethernet PC Card User's Guide 2. Key to bring up the Configuration Data screen. Review the reported configuration data before proceeding to Step 3. 3. The Configuration Data screen also features a Diagnostic Menu. Follow the cues at the foot of the screen to select and run the Adapter Basic Diagnostic program. The adapter function test results will appear onscreen.
DFE-500TX Ethernet PC Card User's Guide In the Controller Loopback test, test signals are generated at the rate of 100Mbps, and are intercepted and reflected at the MAC level without reaching the network cable. The Serial ROM Verification, Controller Internal Loopback test, and Twister Layer Loopback test should all show the result “Pass,” irrespective whether a loopback cable is in place. This concludes the Adapter Basic Diagnostic test.
DFE-500TX Ethernet PC Card User's Guide 5. Remove the DFE-500TX Software Diskette from your station's (the primary station's) diskette drive, and insert it into an available drive of a second station on your LAN. At the DOS prompt (here shown as >), key in: > A: \DIAG\DIAG500.EXE and . The opening screen of the Verification/Diagnostic program will appear onscreen at the second station. Key to bring up the Configuration Data and Diagnostic Menu onscreen at the second station.
DFE-500TX Ethernet PC Card User's Guide other boards, or improper installation. In the event that any of the verification/diagnostic tests fails, review the following troubleshooting list. 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. Ascertain that the adapter’s PCI slot is not deactivated at the BIOS level.
A Troubleshooting If you experience any problems with the adapter, first ascertain that the appropriate driver is loaded, that the proper grade of cable is employed for the network connection, and that the supporting hub is properly qualified for the application (such as 10BASE-T or 100Base-TX). The DFE-500TX Adapter features five LED indicators: • 100Mbps/10Mbps SPEED SELECTION This LED shows steady green when 100Mbps speed is selected. It is dark (off) when 10Mbps is selected.
DFE-500TX Ethernet PC Card User's Guide Specifications Network Type: • Ethernet 100Base-TX Ethernet IEEE 802.3u standard for 100Mbps baseband CSMA/CD local area network • Ethernet 10BASE-T Ethernet IEEE 802.
DFE-500TX Ethernet PC Card User's Guide Operating: Humidity: 0° to 55° C, (32° to 131° F) 10% to 90% non-condensing Power Consumption: 1.05W (Max.) PCB Layer: 4 layers Device Drivers* • • Novell Netware 3.x and driver • • NDIS driver D-Link TCP/IP for DOS 4.
DFE-500TX Ethernet PC Card User's Guide Active LED, 6; 18 Fast Ethernet, 1 - 3; 5; 9 autonegotiation, 2 - 4; 5; 19 Full/Half Duplex LED, 6; 18 BIOS Program, 8; 17 hub, autonegotiation function, 3 - 4 Boot ROM, 7; 8 cabling, 2; 3; 5; 9; 10; 12; 15; 17; 18 latency, 5 CMOS Setup, 9; 17 Link LED 6; 18 Collision LED, 6; 18 Loopback tests, 12; 15 communication parameters, 4 network operating system, 11; 20 DFE-500TX Software Diskette, 7; 15 LED indicators, 6; 18 PCI Bus, 4; 5; 8; 19 D-Link WWW S
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