Compex LinkPort ENET-C User manual

Compex
LinkPort
PCMCIA Ethernet
Card
ENET-C
User’s Manual
Version 1.1C

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Compex LinkPort
PCMCIA Ethernet Card
ENET-C
User’s Manual
Version 1.1C
Manual Number: M-0270-V1.1C
Manual Release Date: September 2000
Printed in the Republic of Singapore

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Disclaimer
Compex, Inc. provides this guide without warranty of any kind, either
expressed or implied, including but not limited to the implied warranties of
merchantability and fitness for a particular purpose. Compex, Inc. may make
improvements and/or changes to the product and/or specifications of the product
described in this guide, without prior notice.
Compex, Inc. will not be liable for any technical inaccuracies or typographical
errors found in this guide. Changes are periodically made to the information
contained herein and will be incorporated into later versions of the guide. The
information contained is subject to change without prior notice.
Trademark Information
Compex®,LinkPort®and ReadyLINK®are registered trademarks of Compex,
Inc. All brand and product names are trademarks or registered trademarks of
their respective owners.
Notice
Copyright ©1997 by Compex, Inc.. All rights reserved. Reproduction,
adaptation, or translation without prior permission of Compex, Inc. is
prohibited, except as allowed under the copyright laws.
Manual Revision by Jean Tan
Important Information
The latest updates and changes after the release of this manual can be found in
the RELEASE.TXT file in the latest Compex LinkPort release diskette.

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DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY
Manufacturer’s Name: Compex, Inc.
Manufacturer’s Address: 4051 E. La Palma, Unit A
Anaheim, CA 92807 U S A
Compex, Inc. declares that the product:
Product Name: Compex LinkPort,
PCMCIA Ethernet Card
Model Number: ENET-C
conforms to the following Product Standards:
Radiated Emission
Standards: EN55022B FCC Part 15 Class A
Conducted Emission
Standards: EN60555PT2 conducted emission EN55022B conducted emission
FCC Part 15 Class A
Immunity Standards: IEC 801-2
IEC 801-3
IEC 801-4
Therefore, this product is in conformity with the following
regional standards:
FCC Class A — following the provisions of FCC Part
15 directive.
CE Mark — following the provisions of the EC
directive.
Singapore, September, 2000
_______________________
Mr Shi Jia Xiang,
Deputy R & D Manager
European Contact:
ReadyLINK Networktechnology Gmbh, Technical Support,
Albert Einstein Straβe 42,
63322 Rödermark, Germany.
[FAX: [phone]]

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FCC Notice
This device has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class
Bdigital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are
designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a
residential installation. This device generates, uses and can radiate radio
frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the
instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications.
However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a
particular installation. If this device does cause harmful interference to radio
or television reception, the user is encouraged to try to correct the
interference by one or more of the following measures:
p
p
p
p
Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
Increase the separation between the computer and receiver.
Connect the computer into an outlet on a circuit different from
that to which the receiver is connected.
Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for
help.
Caution: Any changes or modifications not expressly approved by the
grantee of this device could void the user's authority to operate the
equipment.
FCC Compliance Statement
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to
the following two conditions:
(1)
(2)
This device may not cause harmful interference, and
This device must accept any interference received, including
interference that may cause undesired operation.

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Contents
Coverage Page Page I
Disclaimer Page II
Declaration of Conformity Page III
FCC Notice Page IV
English Version Page 1-10
Chapter 1 : Introduction Page 1
Features Page 1
Hardware Description Page 2
Diagrams Page 3
Chapter 2 : Installing the Adapter Page 4
Procedure Page 4
Removing the Card Page 5
Diagrams Page 6
Chapter 3 : Software Installation Page 7
Introductiom Page 7
ECARD.EXE utility Page 8
Network Operating System (NOS) Page 8
Appendix A : Technical Information Page 9
Appendix B : Technical Support Page 10
Technical Support Centres Last Page
Notes

English Compex LinkPort PCMCIA Ethernet Card 1
Compex LinkPort PCMCIA Ethernet Card
(ENET-C)
Chapter 1: Introdution
The Compex LinkPort PCMCIA (Personal Computer Memory Card
International Association) Ethernet card [ENET-C] is a credit card sized
network adapter that can be used for PCMCIA compliant personal computers.
The Compex LinkPort PCMCIA Ethernet card plugs into a Type II PCMCIA
slot, providing a 16-bit bus interface. The card is switchless, software
configurable, and provides full support for the PCMCIA Card Information
Structure (CIS).
The card is supplied with a media coupler that provides a UTP (Unshielded
Twisted-Pair) 10Base-T connector.
Also included is an intelligent Enabler program that automatically detects your
PC’s controller type and recognises previously installed card and socket
services.
Features
≥≥ Conforms to IEEE 802.3, PCMCIA Release 2.1, JEIDA 4.1 Standard.
≥≥ Fits into Type II PCMCIA slot.
≥≥ Provides 68-pin connector for attachment to PC and 15-pin flat connector
for attachment to media coupler.
≥≥ Media coupler with RJ-45 10Base-T UTP connector.
≥≥ Switchless design; hardware settings are software configurable.
≥≥ Low power consumption.
≥≥ Extensive software driver support which includes drivers for Novell
NetWare; NDIS driver for Microsoft LAN Manager; drivers for Microsoft
Windows for Workgroups, Windows 95, Windows NT v3.51, Windows NT
v4.0; Packet Driver applications; LANtastic v6.0; and IBM OS/2 Warp,
Windows 98 SE/ME, Windows 2000.
(Refer to the driver diskette for the latest updated list.)

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Hardware Description
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PCMCIA card
The Compex LinkPort PCMCIA Ethernet card’s main PCB board is encased
in a stainless compact frame. It has a 68-pin connector that fits into a
PCMCIA socket,. and a 15-pin flat connector that connects to the media
coupler.
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Media Coupler
Media coupler with RJ-45 10Base-T UTP connector.
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LED Indicators
♦
ACT LED (Colour: orange) Function: Monitors signals transmitted to
and received from the network.
The orange LED, labelled ACT, lights up to indicate that the PCMCIA
Card is transmitting signals to and/or receiving signals from the network.
This LED is normally OFF. It will flash when the card transmits signals
to the network. The speed at which the LED flashes increases with the
level of network traffic.
♦
LINK LED (Colour:green) Function: Monitors link status of
twisted-pair connection. The PCMCIA Card supports the link integrity
test function. This function is automatically enabled when the card is
configured for RJ-45 UTP cabling. The green LED, labelled LINK,
lights up to indicate that a valid 10Base-T link has been established. It
is ON under normal operating conditions. If the LED is OFF, check the
RJ-45 port’s cable connection.

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Diagrams
Figure 1-1: Compex LinkPort PCMCIA Ethernet Card
Figure 1-2: Media Coupler with UTP connectors
LINK LED
UTPACT LED

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Chapter 2 :Installing the Adapter
This chapter describes the procedure for installing the Compex LinkPort
PCMCIA Ethernet Card.
Procedure:
1. Power OFF the host computer.
2. Insert the Compex LinkPort PCMCIA Ethernet Card into the computer’s
PCMCIA slot.
Insert the 68-pin connector on the card into the computer’s PCMCIA slot.
The label on the card should face up. Slide the card all the way into the
slot.
3. Plug the media coupler into the card’s 15-pin connector.
4. Connect the media coupler to the network.
pUsing UTP (10Base-T) cable:
Plug the free end of the UTP cable into a RJ-45 mating connector on a
twisted-pair hub, or into a network access port.
5. Power ON the PC.
Hardware installation is now complete. Switch ON the PC. The Compex
LinkPort PCMCIA Ethernet Card receives its power from the PC.
Warning: To avoid accidents, do not connect or disconnect cables, or
perform installation or maintenance of the card during an electrical storm.

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Removing the Card:
Procedure:
To remove the Compex LinkPort PCMCIA Ethernet Card from the PC, do as
follows:
1. Power OFF the machine.
2. Remove from the coupler the UTP cable from the RJ-45 socket.
3. Remove the media coupler from the Compex LinkPort PCMCIA Ethernet
Card. To do this, squeeze the locking arms on either side of the coupler-to-
card connector. Pull to unplug the media coupler.
4. Remove the card from the slot. Store it together with the coupler in a safe
place.

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Diagrams
Figure 2-1: Inserting the Card into the Type II PCMCIA socket
Figure 2-2: Plug the 15-pin connector to the 15-pin mating connector
INSERT
Ethernet Hub (10Mbps)
Compex LinkPort
PCMCIA Ethernet Card
15-Pin Flat Connector
UTP (RJ-45) Connector
UTP Cable
UTP (RJ-45)

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Chapter 3 :Software Installation
Introduction:
Enabler program: ECARD.EXE
♦ECARD enabler is provided to configure Compex LinkPort / ENET-C in
DOS environment.
♦Before any driver (either loaded from Config.sys or Autoexec.bat or any batch
file) can initialize the adapter, ECARD must be run first to configure it.
♦If PCMCIA Card and Socket Services software is run in the machine,
ECARD.EXE must run immediately after this (Card and Socket Services)
software is loaded, but before loading the network driver.
♦ECARD.EXE cannot be unloaded. The machine must reboot and
ECARD.EXE re-run to change to a new I/O Address and Interrupt Number.
To run ECARD.EXE, insert the driver diskette in drive A:\ and type the
following:
A:ECARD [/IRQ=dd] [/MEM=MMMM] [/IO=XXX] [/SKT=n] [/O]
A: ECARD [/?]
where:
[/IRQ] Interrupt line keyword of the adapter.
[/IO] I/O Base Address keyword of the adapter.
[/MEM] Memory range keyword of the adapter.
dd is a one/two digit number representing the interrupt line (Valid
value: 3, 4, 5*, 7, 9, 10, 11, 12, 15). [*Default IRQ].
XXX is a 3-digit hex number representing I/O port base address (Valid
value: 200H to 3E0H in steps of 20H.
MMMM Is a 4-digit hex number representing attribute memory address
(Valid value: C800,CC00, D000,D400,D800,DC00).
/? Help message.
[SKT=n]n: Socket number from 1 to 8.
[/O] Overwrites current socket settings.

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Note: The default interrupt line number for the adapter is 5. Notebook
computers with built-in sound chips may also be using this Interrupt value. If you
encounter such a situation, it is best to configure the adapter to another Interrupt
number such as 10 or 11 to avoid any conflicts.
Before beginning the installation procedure, make a backup Copy diskette and
use the Copy for installation. Store the original diskette in a safe place.
ECARD.EXE utility
To configure the Compex LinkPort PCMCIA Ethernet Card properly, you
should first run the ECARD.EXE utility. Enter the following at the DOS
prompt:
For example:
ECARD / IRQ=5 / IO=300
The following message will appear:
Socket: 0
IRQ Number: 05
I/O PORT BASE: 0300H
Memory Address: D400H
The Compex LinkPort PCMCIA Ethernet Card is now configured and you are
ready to load the network drivers.
Network Operating Systems (NOS)
Installation steps for all the Network Operating Systems (NOS) connection are
documented in the respective directories of the particular NOS, in the Driver
Disk. Please refer to these documents to install the network driver for the
adapter.
As new and updated Network Operating Systems become available, update
drivers and new release disk will be made available in the Compex Website, FTP
site and BBS servers. For details, refer to Appendix B.

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Appendix A
Technical Information
Compex LinkPort PCMCIA Ethernet Card
System Configuration PCMCIA compliant computers
Standard Conformance IEEE 802.3 standard, PCMCIA release
2.1 Type II, JEDIA 4.1
Bus-Width 16-bit
I/O Base Address 200H to 3E0H in steps of 20H;
Default IOP: *300H
Interrupt 3, 4, 5*, 7, 9, 10, 11, 12, 15.
(*Default IRQ)
Media Coupler UTP RJ-45 (10Base-T) connector, and
BNC coaxial (10Base-2) connector.
Card Dimensions 85mm x54mm x5mm
Power Requirement BNC Transceiver: +5V/ 0.28A max.* (*
typical); UTP: +5V/ 0.16A max. *
Temperature 0°C to 55°C (standard operating); 32°F
to 131°F.
Humidity 10% to 90% (Non-condensing)

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Appendix B
Technical Support
If you encounter a specific problem and need our assistance, this appendix
explains how you can get Technical Support worldwide from Compex.
When you have a problem
When you encounter a problem, please do the following:
♦Ensure that you have sent in the product’s Warranty Registration Card. The
card qualifies you as being eligible for customer support.
♦If there is a diagnostic program, run it. This helps identify the cause of the
problem, which may be something you could repair by yourself.
♦Contact your place of purchase to see if your network vendor can solve the
problem.
If your adapter is still not functioning correctly, seek help from our Technical
Support Specialists.
Before contacting technical support
For faster service, get ready the following facts before you talk to our Technical
Support Specialist.
♦A description of the problem. Include in your description, the sequence of
events that led to the problem and the duration of the problem. State whether
you can reproduce the problem.
♦A list of the products software and hardware involved in the problem,
e.g., your computer model and type, DOS version, and the type and version
of network operating system (NOS) and other applications.
♦Network information, including the network topology, type of cable used,
size of network, number of workstations in the network, etc.
♦The network adapter settings and the settings of the other adapters (if any) in
the system.
♦A list of all the recent system configuration changes, including hardware,
operating system and application software, network and system
administration procedures.
With this information, our Technical Support Specialists will be better able to
help you solve the problem.

NOTES

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Technical Support Centers
Contact the technical support center that services your location.
U.S.A., Canada, Latin America and South America
*Write Compex, Inc.
4051 E. La Palma, Unit A
Anaheim, CA 92807, USA
(Call
Fax
Tel:
Fax:
BBS:
[phone] (8 a.m.-5 p.m. Pacific time)
[phone]
[phone] (24-hour access)
Europe
*Write ReadyLINK Networktechnology Gmbh
Albert Einstein Straβe 34 / M21
63322 Rödermark, Germany
(Call Tel:
Fax:
BBS:
++49 (0) 6074 - 98017 (8 a.m.-5 p.m. local time)
++49 (0) 6074 - 90668
++49 (0) 6074 - 93974 (24-hour access)
Asia, Australia, New Zealand, Middle East
and the rest of the World
*Write Compex Systems Pte Ltd
135, Joo Seng Road #08-01, PM Industrial Building
Singapore 368363
(Call Tel:
Fax:
BBS:
(65) 286-1805 (8 a.m.-5 p.m. local time)
(65) 283-8337
(65) 282-8854 (24-hour access)
Internet
access/ E-mail:
FTPsite: [email protected]
ftp.compex.com.sg
Website: http://www.cpx.com or
http://www.compex.com.sg
Fax
Fax

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