Intel Ether express PRO/100+ TX PCI model B User manual

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Contents
Introduction.............................................................................................. 1
Connect the Network Cable.................................................................... 2
Configure the Controller and Install Drivers.......................................... 3
Windows 95...................................................................................... 3
Windows NT Server or Workstation............................................... 5
DOS and Windows 3.1 Setup for Novell NetWare Clients............ 8
NetWare Server, Client 32, UNIX, OS/2, Banyan, and Other
Operating Systems ......................................................................... 10
Installing Multiple Adapters................................................................. 11
Select Duplex Mode (Optional)............................................................ 12
Choose Ethernet Controller Teaming Options..................................... 15
Setting Up Adapter Fault Tolerance Only..................................... 15
Setting Up Adaptive Load Balancing............................................ 18
Setting -Up FastEtherChannel...................................................... 21
Troubleshooting and FAQs................................................................... 24
If the OnBoard Ethernet Controller Can’t Connect to the Network..
24
Testing the Controller (Diagnostics) ............................................. 25
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)............................................ 26
Technical Information........................................................................... 28
PCI Installation Tips....................................................................... 28
“Push” Installation for Windows 95.............................................. 29
Fast Ethernet Wiring...................................................................... 29
Fast Ethernet Hubs and Switches .................................................. 29
Network Software License Agreement................................................ 31
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Introduction 1
Introduction
The OnBoard Ethernet Controller (OBEC) is an Intel 82558 ethernet
controllerdevice and may be detected by software as either and Intel
EtherExpress PRO/100+ or an Intel 82558 ethernet controller.
The OBEC may be enabled or disabled through the BIOS Setup utility. If
you need to change the setting, referto the system documentation for
instructions on running the BIOS Setup utility.
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Connect the Network Cable
1. Connect a single network cable to the ethernet port as shown below.
For 100BASE-TX, your network cablemust be Category 5, twisted-
pair wiring. If you plan to run the controllerat 100 Mbps, it mustbe
connected to a 100BASE-TX hub or switch (not a 100BASE-T4 hub).
For 10BASE-T, use Category 3, 4, or 5 twisted-pairwiring. If you
want to use this controller in a residential environment, you must use a
Category 5 cable.
Figure 1: 100BASE-TX Wiring
2. To configure the OBEC, continue with the procedures specific to your
operating system on the following pages.
To Connect the Network Cable
Twisted Pair Ethernet (TPE): Use
Category 5 cable and an RJ-45
connector. Do not use Category 3 wiring
at 100 Mbps. At 100 Mbps, connect to a
TX hub, not a T4 hub. For full duplex,
see “SelectDuplex Mode (Optional)” on
page 12.
Note:
For more information on
100BASE-TX wiring
requirements and
limitations, see “Fast
Ethernet Wiring” on
page 29 and refer to the
readme files on the
installation disk.
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Configure the Controller and Install Drivers 3
Configure the Controller and
Install Drivers
Windows 95
Automatic Configuration
This PCI computer automatically detects and configures the onboard PCI-
compliant ethernet controller. The BIOS automatically sets the controller’s
IRQ level and I/O address.
If your computer displays an error while booting, it may require additional
steps to configure. See “PCI Installation Tips” on page 28 for more
information.
Install Network Drivers from Diskette
Have your Windows 95 installation CD or disks available, as Windows 95
prompts for them when you enable the onboard ethernet.
1. After you enable the onboard ethernet, start Windows 95. You’ll see
the New Hardware Found dialog box. If this box doesnot appear and
Windows 95 starts normally, you may need to manually add the
onboard ethernet controller. See “Manually Adding an OnBoard
Ethernet Controller” on page 4.
2. Click “Driver from disk provided by hardware manufacturer,” then
click OK. You’ll see the Install From Disk dialog box.
3. Insert the Configuration and Drivers disk.
4. Specify A:\ (or B:\) as the path, thenclick OK.
5. Follow prompts forany Windows 95 installation disks and restart
when prompted. (If you installed from the CD, the installation files are
typically located at D:\Win95, where D is your CD-ROM drive.)
After restarting Windows 95, connect to your network by double-clicking
the Network Neighborhood icon on the desktop.
Installing Network Drivers from Diskette
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Install the PROSet Software (Optional)
PROSet is an enhanced utility you can use to easily configure and test your
OBEC in Windows 95. PROSet also displaysthe computer resources that
are assigned to each adapter you install.
1. Insert the Configuration and Drivers disk in the disk drive.
2. From My Computer or the Windows Explorer, double-click the 3½
Floppy disk icon.
3. Click the PROSet icon or filename and click the right mouse button.
From the menu that appears, click Install.
4. The PROSet files are copied to your hard disk.
5. To start PROSet, double-click on the PROSet icon in the Control Panel
6. The PROSet software examines your computer and displays the main
window.
7. Click OK to exit PROSet and return to Windows 95.
Manually Adding an OnBoard Ethernet Controller
If the New HardwareFound dialog box does not appear at startup and you
cannot connect to the network, check the Device Manager list to see if the
new adapter is present.
1. From the Control Panel, double-click the System icon.
2. Click the Device Manager tab.
3. Double-click OtherDevices (question mark icon) in the list area.
4. Double-click PCI Ethernet Controller.
5. Click the Driver tab, then click Change Driver.
To Install PROSet
Manually Adding the OBEC
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Configure the Controller and Install Drivers 5
6. Select Network Adapters and click OK.
7. Click Have Disk. Insert the Configuration and Drivers disk and click
OK.
8. Follow any prompts for Windows 95 installation disks and restart
when prompted.
Troubleshooting
If you can’t connect to a serveror if Windows 95 reports an error after you
double-click Network Neighborhood, try the suggestions here first, then
turn to Troubleshooting and FAQs on page 21 if necessary.
•Make sure you’re using thedrivers that are on the drivers diskette
that ships with this system.
•Make sure thedriver is loaded andthe protocols are bound. Check
Device Properties list for trouble indicators (an X or ! symbol).
•Test the controller. Start PROSet and click Test to run diagnostics.
•Check with your LAN administrator — you may need to install
additional networking software.
Windows NT Server or Workstation
Automatic Configuration
This PCI computer automatically detects and configures the PCI-compliant
OBEC. The OBEC IRQ level and I/O addressare automatically set by the
BIOS.
Start your computer to automatically configure the ethernet controller.
Configuration iscomplete when Windows NT starts or the DOS prompt
appears.
If your computer displays an error while booting, it may require additional
steps to configure. See “PCI Installation Tips” on page 28 for more
information.
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Install Network Drivers - Windows NT Version 4.0 Only
After enabling the ehternet controller in the computer and starting Windows
NT, you need to install the correct drivers.
1. Double-click theNetwork icon in the Control Panel.
2. Click the Adapters tab.
3. Click Add. You’ll see a list of adapters.
4. Don’t select an adapter from this list. Instead, insert the Configuration
and Drivers disk into your floppy drive and clickHave Disk.
5. Type A:\ in thedialog box and click OK. Then follow the instructions
to installthe drivers. When the controller is added, you’ll see its name
listed in the Network adapters list. If you’ve installed multiple PRO/
100+ adapters, all are configured at this time.
6. Select the controller and click Properties to run PROSet and view the
controllerconfiguration. Controller hardware diagnosticsareavailable
only when the drivers aren’t loaded (beforeyou restart your
computer). Driver diagnostics are available when the drivers are
loaded.
PROSet is an enhanced utility that you can use to easily configure and
test your ethernet controller in Windows NT. PROSet also displays the
computer resources that were assigned to each adapter installed.
7. Click OK in the main PROSet window to return to Windows NT.
8. The controller now appears as the 82558-based 10/100 Ethernet
Adapter on the list in the Network window. Click Close to finish.
9. Restart Windows NT when prompted.
Installing Windows NT 4.0 Drivers
Note:
To run the PROSet utility at
any time, go to the
Adapters tab in the Network
control panel and click
Properties.
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Install Network Drivers - Windows NT Version 3.51 Only
After enabling the OBEC in the computer and starting Windows NT, you
need to install the correct drivers and test the controller.
1. Double-click the Network icon in the Control Panel.
2. Click Add Adapter.
3. When the list of adapters appears,scroll to the end of the list and select
<Other> Requires disk from manufacturer.
4. Insert the Configuration and Drivers disk in the drive and click OK.
Drivers and the PROSet utility are installed and PROSet starts.
PROSet is an enhanced utility that you can use to easily configure and
test your controller in Windows NT. PROSet also displays the
computer resources that were assigned to each adapter installed. The
PROSet main window is shown on the preceding page.
5. Click OK in the PROSet main window to return to Windows NT.
You’ll see the Network Settings dialog box.
6. Click OK and remove the installation disk. When prompted, restart
Windows NT.
To install multiple adapters, repeat this procedure for each new
adapter. For more information, see “Installing Multiple Adapters” on
page 11.
Troubleshooting
If Windows NT reports an error or you can’t connect to the network, try the
suggestions here first, then turn to “Troubleshootingand FAQs” on page 24
if necessary.
•Make sure that you use the drivers for this controller. Drivers are
located on the Configuration and Drivers disk, version 3.0 or later.
•Make sure thedriver is loaded andthe protocols are bound. Check
the Network Bindings dialog boxin Windows NT.
Installing the Windows NT 3.51 Drivers
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•Check the Windows NT Event Viewerfor error messages.
•If you are attaching to a NetWare network, check yourframe type
and verify that NetWare client software has been installed.
•Test the controller with PROSet. After installing the controller you
can run PROSet from your hard disk. To do this, double-click the
PROSet icon in theControl Panel. Click Test to run diagnostics.
For additional information, click Help in the PROSet window.
•Check with your LAN administrator — you may need to install
supplemental networking software.
DOS and Windows 3.1 Setup for Novell
NetWare Clients
Automatic Configuration
This PCI computer automatically detects and configures the onboard
PCI-compliant ethernet controller. The BIOS sets the controller’s IRQ level
and I/O memory address automatically.
Start your computer to automatically configure the OBEC. Resource
configuration is complete when the DOS prompt appears. You can now
continue with the procedure below.
If your computer displays an error while booting, it may require additional
steps to configure a PCI adapter. See “PCI Installation Tips” on page 28 for
more information.
Run Setup to Install Network Drivers
Setup can automatically install NetWare DOS ODI client drivers for you or
display a readmefile with installation instructions for other NOS drivers.
1. If your computer already has network drivers installed, restart the
computer without loading them. If the drivers are loaded from the
AUTOEXEC.BAT or CONFIG.SYS file, type REM in front of each
line that loads a network driver. Or, with DOS 6.x or later press F5as
DOS starts, to bypass the drivers.
Installing NetWare/DOS Drivers
Note:
Windows 95 and Windows
NT users: refer to the
previous sections on
Windows 95 and Windows
NT. NetWare Client 32
users: refer to the NetWare
readme files.
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2. Insert the Configuration and Drivers disk in a floppy drive, switch to
that drive, and at theDOS prompt, type
SETUP ENTER
3. If you have more than one PCI adapter in your computer, an adapter
selection menu appears on the screen. Selectthe adapteryou want by
noting the Ethernet address. See “Installing Multiple Adapters” on
page 11 for more information on multiple adapters.
4. Select Automatic Setup from the Main menu. Then follow the
instructions on the screen. (If you want to test the adapter with a
responder on thenetwork, see the next procedure.)
Setup displays the adapter’s configuration and then runs a series of
diagnostic tests that make sure the adapter and network are
functioning properly. If Setup finds a problem, it displays the results
and some possible solutions.
5. When Setup finishes the tests, you’ll see the Install Network Drivers
screen.
6. Select the driver you want to install. Setup can installa NetWare client
driver for you. If you want to install other drivers, Setup displays a
readme file with installation instructions.
Troubleshooting
If you can’t connect to a server, first try the suggestions here, then turn to
“Troubleshooting and FAQs” on page 24.
•Make sure you’re using the drivers for this controller. The driver
filename containsthe letter B (for example, E100BODI.COM).
•If you’re replacing an existing adapter, make sure the LINK
statement in your NET.CFG is correct for the new adapter. For
example, the LINK statement for a NetWare client is:
LINK DRIVER E100BODI
•Verify that the frame type in your NET.CFG file matches your
network.
•If setting up a server, check your LOAD and BIND statements.
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•Test the adapter by running diagnostics in Setup. Additional testing
is available by using a responder (see the next section).
•Check the readme files.
Responder Testing on the Network (Optional)
Setup can testthe OBEC more thoroughly if there is a responder on the
network while you run the tests.
1. Go to a computer on the network with a comparable PCI adapter
installed.
2. Run the appropriate configuration program for the installed adapter
and set it up as a responder.
3. Return to the computer with the new adapter. Run Setup and test the
adapter.
NetWare Server, Client 32, UNIX, OS/2,
Banyan, and Other Operating Systems
Refer to Intel’s online documents. On a DOS computer, view the
appropriate readme file for information on installing your network driver.
1. To view the readme files, insert the Configuration and Drivers disk
into a drive, switch to that drive, and type:
SETUP /README ENTER
Refer to Installing Adapter Driversfor the operating system you need.
Testing with a Responder on the Network
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Installing Multiple Adapters 11
Installing Multiple Adapters
All users: The system’s 12-digit, hexadecimal Ethernet address is printed on
a sticker placed on the system board. The Ethernet address is sometimes
called the nodeaddress or the MAC address. Note that the onboard PCI
ethernet controllershares thePCI interrupt with PCI slot 1 (primary) and
PCI slot 7 (secondary).
NetWare users: Theserver drivers use the PCI slot number to identify each
installed adapter. You can correlate the PCI slot number to the adapter by
using the Ethernet addressthat is printed on a label on the adapter. Run
Setup from the Intel disk toview the Ethernet address and slot numberfor
each installed adapter.For moreinformation, see the readme files. NetWare
4.11 server installations use unique slot numbers that are assigned during
server setup.
Windows 95 and Windows NT 3.51 users: Repeat the configuration
procedure for each adapter you want to install.
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Select Duplex Mode (Optional)
Duplexing is a performance option that lets you choose how the ethernet
controllersends and receives data packets over the network. The ethernet
controllercan operate at full duplex only when connected to a full duplex
10BASE-T, 100BASE-TX switch, or another full duplex adapter.
•Auto (requiresa full duplex adapter or switch with auto-
negotiation capability).The controller negotiates with the switch to
send and receive packets at the highest rate. This is the default
setting. Ifthe switch does not provide auto-negotiation, the
controller runs at half duplex.
•Full duplex (requires a full duplex switch or adapter). The
controller can send and receive packets at the same time. This
mode can increase controller performance capability. If the full
duplex switch provides auto-negotiation, the controller runs at full
duplex. If the full duplex switch does not provide auto-negotiation,
you need to set the controller duplex mode manually (see
following paragraphs), becauseit defaults to half duplex.
•Half duplex. The controller performs one operation at a time; it
either sendsor receives.
Manually Configuring for Full Duplex
If your switch supports auto-negotiation with the N-way standard, duplex
configuration is automatic and no action is required on your part. However,
few switches in the current installed base support auto-negotiation. Check
with your network system administrator to verify whether your switch
supports this feature. Most installations willrequire manual configuration
to change to full duplex.
Configuration is specific to the driver you’re loading for your network
operating system (NOS).
To set up the duplex mode, referto the section below that corresponds to
your operating system.
Note:
If your controller is running
at 100 Mbps and half
duplex, your potential
bandwidth is higher than if
you run it at 10 Mbps and
full duplex.
Note:
Controller performance
maysuffer or your controller
may not operate if your
switch doesn’t support full
duplex and you configure
the controller to full duplex.
Make sure you always set
the speed when you
configure duplex.
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DOS ODI, NDIS 2.01 Clients
Edit the NET.CFG or PROTOCOL.INI file. Add these keywords to the
Link Driver section:
FORCEDUPLEX 2
SPEED 100 (or 10 if 10BASE-T)
NetWare Server
In AUTOEXEC.NCF, load E100B.LAN and add the following statement
(you must include the equal sign for servers):
FORCEDUPLEX=2 SPEED=100
(or 10 if 10BASE-T)
For more information, see the readme file for NetWare servers.
Windows NT
1. From the Control Panel, double-click the Networking icon. Select the
controllerand click on Properties.
2. PROSet examines your system and displays the Controller Setup
window.
If you have multiple adapters, click the Show All Adapters box and
then selectthe adapter you are configuring (you can identify it by its
Ethernet address). Each adapter must be configured separately. For
more information, referto Installing Multiple Adapters on page 11.
3. From the window that appears, click Settings. You’ll see the Adapter
Setup window.
4. Click the menu for Network Speed.
5. Click 100 or 10 Mbps, depending on switch speed.
6. Click the menu for Duplex Mode.
7. Click Full.
8. Click OK.
9. Click Restart Windows NT.
While running Windows NT:
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Windows 95
1. In the Control Panel, double-click the System icon.
2. Go to the Device Manager tab and select the controller.
3. Click Properties, then click OK to usethe setup program (PROSet).
4. PROSet examines your system and displays the Adapter Setup
window. If you have multiple adapters, click the adapter you are
configuring (you can identify it by itsEthernet address). Each adapter
must be configured separately. For more information, refer to
Installing Multiple Adapters on page 11.
5. Click Settingsand then Advanced.
6. In the Duplex Mode list box, choose Full.
7. Click OK and restart Windows 95.
Other Operating Systems
See the Adapter Installation and Special Configurations readme file.
Instructions for viewing readmefiles are on the inside front cover ofthis
book.
While running Windows 95:
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Choose Ethernet Controller
Teaming Options
The onboard PRO/100+ ethernet controller provides several options for
increasing throughput and fault tolerance when running Windows NT 4.0
or NetWare 4.1x or newer:
•Adapter Fault Tolerance (AFT) - provides automatic redundancy
for your controller. If the primary controller fails, the secondary
takes over.
•Adaptive Load Balancing (ALB) - creates a team of two, three, or
four adaptersto increase transmission throughput. Also includes
the AFT option. Works with any 100BASE-TX switch.
•Fast EtherChannel (FEC) - creates a team of two to four adapters to
increase transmission and reception throughput. Also includes the
AFT option. Requires a Cisco switch with FEC capability.
To set up an option, go to the appropriate section in the pages that follow.
General Configuration Notes
•Adapter Teaming options are supported by Windows NT versions
4.0 and later .
•Adapter Teaming options require NT 4.0 with Service Pack 3.0
and the NDIS driver hotfix from Microsoft. See the Late Breaking
News for details.
Setting Up Adapter Fault Tolerance Only
Adapter Fault Tolerance provides the safety of an additional backup link
between the server and hub or switch. In the caseof hub or switch port,
cable, or controller failure, you can maintain uninterrupted network
performance.
Adapter Fault Tolerance is implemented with a primary controller and a
backup, or secondary, adapter. During normal operation, the backup
adapter will have transmit disabled. If the link to the primary controller
fails, the link to the secondary adapter automatically takes over.
Note:
One or more Intel PRO/
100+PCIethernetadapters
may be added to the
system. These adapters
work in conjunction with the
onboard Intel PRO/100+
ethernet controller to
achieve the enhancements
sdescribed in this section.
The onboard ethernet
controller is refered to as
the primary controller
throughout. When the
statement refers to either
the onboard controller or an
adapter, the term adapter is
used.
Note:
Use this procedure to set
up AFT only. If setting up
ALB or FEC, use the
procedures in the next
sections. The AFT feature
runs automatically when
you enable ALB or FEC.
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To use Adapter Fault Tolerance, you must have at leasttwoPRO/100+
adapters installed in your Windows NT 4.0 or NetWare 4.x workstation or
server and they must be linked to the same network.
Setting up Adapter Fault Tolerance in Windows NT 4.0
1. Double-click theNetwork icon in the Control Panel.
2. On the Adapters tab, select a PRO/100+ adapter that willbe in the
team and click Properties.
3. Click Adapter Teaming in thePROSet window.
4. Click OK when prompted. You’ll see the Adapter Teaming
Configuration window.
5. Follow the instructions for assigning adaptersto a team. Adapter Fault
Tolerance supports up to four adapter teams, two adapters per team.
6. Select AFT Only in the Team Function area.
7. Click OK and then click Close to finish. When prompted, restart your
computer.
Deleting a Team
1. Double-click theNetwork icon in the Control Panel.
2. On the Adapters tab, select the AFT team to delete.
3. Click Remove. A confirmation dialog appears. Click Yes.
4. Click Close. Restart when prompted.
Setting up AFT in Windows NT 4.0
Deleting a Team
Note:
For more information about
Adapter Fault Tolerance,
see the Adapter Fault
Tolerance readme files on
the Configuration and
Drivers disk.
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