User’s Guide for Echo Express SE 10GbE ™ 10 Gigabit Ethernet Thunderbolt™ Adapter
Contents 1 Introduction, System Requirements, Driver Information 1 2 Echo Express SE 10GbE Description 2 Echo Express SE 10GbE Exterior Power Adapter 3 Software Installation 4 OS X Driver Download and Installation 4 Verifying Adapter Recognition Using System Report 5 Confirming Thunderbolt and the 10GbE Controller are Recognized 5 Basic Configuration Information 6 6 Tips, General Information, and Known Issues 7 Tips, General Information Known Issues 7 Specific
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Chapter 1 – Introduction, System Requirements, Driver Information 144.8 L S Port 0 73.5 Introduction System Requirements Congratulations on your purchase! The Echo Express SE 10GbE is a Thunderbolt-to-10 Gigabit Ethernet (10GbE) adapter that enables you to connect your iMac®, Mac® mini, MacBook® Air, or MacBook Pro with a Thunderbolt port to 10GbE infrastructure. The Echo adapter requires the following to operate: • Mac computer with a Thunderbolt port • OS X 10.6.
Chapter 2 – Echo Express SE 10GbE Description L S Port 0 Echo Express SE 10GbE Exterior 1–P ower Indicator This indicator lights when the Echo adapter is powered, the Thunderbolt cable between the adapter and your computer is plugged in securely, and the computer powered on.
Chapter 2 – Echo Express SE 10GbE Description Power Adapter 1–P ower Adapter Connect this to the Echo adapter’s 12VDC socket. Note that the power indicator on top lights when the adapter is connected to AC power 2–P ower Cord Connect this between a power outlet and the power adapter.
Chapter 3 – Software Installation You must install software in order for your computer to support this Echo adapter. OS X Driver Download and Installation This section describes the download and installation of the driver required to support the 10GbE controller in the Echo adapter. 1. Launch a Web browser and go to www.sonnettech. com/support, and then click the Downloads, Manual, & Knowledgebase link. 2.
Chapter 4 – Verifying Adapter Recognition Using System Report Confirming Thunderbolt and the 10GbE Controller are Recognized 1. With the Echo adapter powered and connected to the computer, turn on the computer. Note that if there are any other Thunderbolt devices connected between the Echo adapter and your computer, they must also be powered for you to perform the following steps. 2. From the Apple menu, select About This Mac; the System Information application will launch. 3.
Chapter 5 – Basic Configuration Information Listed below are the basic steps necessary to configure the Echo adapter’s 10GbE adapter for use with your computer. 1. With the Echo adapter connected to your computer and 10GbE infrastructure, open System Preferences, and then click Network. 2. In the Network preferences panel, click the Echo adapter’s 10GbE adapter (identified as Thunderbolt Ethernet Slot x) in the left panel, and then configure the settings. 3.
Chapter 6 – Tips, General Information, and Known Issues TIPS, GENERAL INFORMATION KNOWN ISSUES Keeping the Adapter Cool With its optimized airflow design and automatic, temperaturecontrolled fan providing cooling at all times, the Echo adapter provides adequate cooling the 10GbE card inside.
Chapter 7 – Specifications, Precautions, FCC Compliance, and Support Information Specifications Contacting Sonnet Customer Service External Connectors USA Customers The Sonnet Web site located at www.sonnettech.com has the most current support information and technical updates. Before you call Sonnet Customer Service, please check our Web site for the latest updates and online support files, and check this User’s Guide for helpful information.
