Microsoft MN-130 User manual

user,s guide.
Microsoft® Broadband Networking
PCI Adapter|MN-130
M

Important
Do not plug a phone jack (RJ-11) into any Ethernet (RJ-45) port on your adapter. Doing so might damage the device.
You must use twisted pair cables with RJ-45 connectors that conform to FCC standards in the device’s Ethernet ports.
Important
Ne branchez pas une ligne téléphonique dans aucuns des port de réseau (RJ45).
Caution
For use with UL Listed, CSA and GS approved personal computers.
Not intended for use in machinery, medical, or industrial applications.
For indoor use only.
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contents.
1 Introduction ........................................................................................ 1
Do You Have Everything You Need to Add a Computer to
Your Network? ....................................................................................... 1
Your Adapter and Its Connections ....................................................... 2
About Your PCI Adapter ........................................................................ 3
Wake-On-LAN Capability ....................................................................... 4
About Ethernet Connections ................................................................ 5
Straight-Through and Crossover Cables .......................................... 6
Connecting to Broadband Modems ................................................. 7
2 Planning .............................................................................................. 7
Which Setup Method Best Matches Your Network?
I want to add another computer to an existing network
that has a base station ..................................................................... 7
I want to connect two computers directly to each other ............... 8
I want to connect three or more computers by using a switch
or hub .................................................................................................. 9
I want to connect another computer to a Home Phone Line
Network or Power Line Communication Network ......................... 10
I have already connected my adapter and have not yet
installed the software ..................................................................... 10
3 Setting Up ......................................................................................... 11
Before You Begin ................................................................................. 11
Typical Setup ....................................................................................... 12
Computer-to-Computer Setup ............................................................ 16
Setting Up an Adapter by Using Plug and Play ................................. 19
4 Network Tasks .................................................................................. 21
Log On to Your Workgroup .................................................................. 21
Perform Common Networking Tasks ................................................. 22
Allowing Access to an Internet Connection ................................... 22
Allowing Access to Files and Folders ............................................. 23
Allowing Access to Printers ............................................................. 26
Sharing Other Peripheral Devices .................................................. 27
Reading E-Mail Messages on Your Network ................................. 27
Playing Games on Your Network and on the Internet .................. 28
Secure Your Network .......................................................................... 29
Protect Your Network from Computers Viruses ............................... 29
Protect Your Network from Hackers .................................................. 30

5 Monitoring ........................................................................................ 31
View the Status of Your Computer .................................................... 32
View the Status of Your Network Connection .................................. 32
View the Status of Your Broadband Internet Connection ............... 33
View the Status of Other Network Devices ....................................... 33
View and Change Network Settings .................................................. 33
Customize the Broadband Network Utility ....................................... 34
Update Software, Drivers, and Firmware .......................................... 34
6 Troubleshooting ............................................................................... 35
Setup and Hardware Problems ......................................................... 35
Network and Internet Problems ........................................................ 37
File and Printer Sharing Problems .................................................... 41
Reference .......................................................................................... 43
Getting Help ......................................................................................... 43
Visit Us on the Web ......................................................................... 43
Click Help in the Broadband Network Utility ................................. 43
Technical Support ............................................................................ 43
Regulatory Information ...................................................................... 44
United States Radio and TV Interference Regulations ............... 44
Canadian Radio Communication Regulations ............................. 44
Limited Warranty ................................................................................. 45
Technical Specifications ..................................................................... 47
System Requirements ........................................................................ 47
Glossary ............................................................................................. 49

introduction.
Introducing the Broadband
Networking PCI Adapter
Congratulations on your purchase of the Microsoft®Broadband
Networking PCI Adapter. You can use the adapter to connect any
personal computer with an available PCI card slot to a new or
existing Ethernet network.
Networked computers let you:
OShare a broadband Internet connection.
OShare files, printers, and other peripheral devices.
OCommunicate and play games with others on the network or on
the Internet.
This chapter describes your PCI adapter and explains how to
connect it to your network.
Do You Have Everything You Need to Add a
Computer to Your Network?
Included in the Box:
Also Required (but not included in the box):
OStraight-through or crossover Ethernet cable (depending on your
configuration)
OSystem documentation from your computer’s manufacturer
Optional:
OA Wake-On-LAN cable (not included)
This is necessary only if you want to use the Wake-On-LAN
feature on an older computer. See “Wake-On-LAN Capability”
later in this chapter for more information.
Setup CD-ROM
Install This First!
User’s Guide PCI Adapter
(MN-130)

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Your Adapter and Its Connections
Your PCI adapter is connected from within your computer to your
broadband modem or existing network by an Ethernet cable. An
example network configuration is shown in the following diagram.
There are also other ways to set up your adapter. For an overview
of common setup scenarios, see Chapter 2. For detailed setup
instructions, see Chapter 3.
Active Internet Connection
Broadband Modem
(DSL or Cable)
Computer with
PCI Adapter
Base Station
(Router or Gateway)

Chapter 1: Introduction 3
About Your PCI Adapter
Your PCI adapter is installed in a standard PCI slot inside your
computer, secured by a metal mounting bracket. The following
diagram shows the layout of the adapter and the location of the
Ethernet port, status indicator light, and Wake-On-LAN connector.
Link/Activity
Light
Ethernet
Port
PCI Connector
Wake-On-LAN
Connector
Mounting Bracket
PCI Adapter

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After you have completed the hardware and software setup of your
PCI adapter, the indicator light visible through the adapter
mounting bracket provides feedback about network connectivity
and data-transmission speed. As shown in the following table, the
light indicates one of several network states:
Light Status: The PCI Adapter Is:
Off Not connected to an active network.
Solid orange Connected to a 10base-T network running at 10 Mbps.
Blinking orange Activity detected over the 10base-T network.
Solid green Connected to a 100base-T network running at 100 Mbps.
Blinking green Activity detected over the 100base-T network.
Wake-On-LAN Capability
The Microsoft Broadband Networking PCI Adapter includes a Wake-
On-LAN (WOL) feature. WOL technology enables each networked
computer to be “awakened” from a sleep or powered-down state,
allowing it to be accessed from another computer connected to
your local area network (LAN).
When WOL is enabled on a computer, the PCI adapter is powered
and monitoring your network. If another computer or device sends
a message to or tries to access shared files on the WOL-enabled
computer, the PCI adapter tells the computer to power up its other
components.
By using WOL, you can greatly reduce this computer’s power
consumption while still allowing its shared files and printers to be
accessed over your network.
On most computers, Wake-On-LAN capability can be enabled
through the computer’s BIOS. Some computers might require a
separate, 3-pin WOL cable, available at most computer stores.
To determine whether your computer can take advantage of
Wake-On-LAN features without an extra cable, see your computer
documentation. If your computer lists PCI 2.2 compliance as one of
its system features, you should not need to purchase a WOL cable.

Chapter 1: Introduction 5
About Ethernet Connections
Ethernet is the most commonly used wired network protocol, with
connection speeds of 10 Mbps, 100 Mbps, or higher. Your USB or
notebook adapter will transmit data at either 10 or 100 Mbps. The
adapter’s auto-negotiation feature automatically determines the rate
of your network connections and uses the fastest speed available.
As you set up your network, keep in mind that power outlets,
fluorescent lights, power supplies, and coiled or extra-long cables
can interfere with Ethernet transmission and also
produce interference.
Use Ethernet cables to connect your adapter to devices on your
network. Any Ethernet-compatible network device will have one or
more Ethernet ports. Some examples of network devices are:
ORouters, gateways, or base stations, such as the Microsoft
Broadband Networking Wired Base Station
OBroadband modems
OComputers with Ethernet adapters
OEthernet switches and hubs
Network components such as your adapter are connected to one
another by Ethernet cables. An Ethernet cable resembles a phone
cord, but has larger connectors at each end. To determine whether
a cable is an Ethernet or phone cable, you can count the number of
wires or contacts visible in the connector at either end of the cable.
Ethernet (RJ-45) connectors and cables contain eight wires, and
phone (RJ-11) connectors contain either four or six wires.
RJ-11 Telephone
(4 or 6 wires)
RJ-45 Ethernet
(8 wires)

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Straight-Through and Crossover Cables
Data is sent and received through specific wires within an Ethernet
cable. Depending on the arrangement of its sending and receiving
wires, an Ethernet cable is either a “straight-through” type or a
“crossover” type. The following diagram demonstrates how to
differentiate between the two types.
Your adapter supports both straight-through and crossover cables.
For more information on the type of cable you need, see Chapter 2.
Connecting to Broadband Modems
When you connect your adapter to a broadband modem, it is
important to use either the cable that came with your modem or
the same type of cable. Many modems use a crossover cable to
connect to the network. If you are unsure about the type of Ethernet
cable to use, see the documentation for your broadband modem.
Straight-Through
Ethernet Cable
In a straight-
through cable,
the order of the
colored wires is the
same at both ends.
Crossover
Ethernet Cable
In a crossover
cable, the order of
the colored wires
is different at
both ends.

2planning.
Planning Your Network
You can use your Microsoft®Broadband Networking Ethernet
adapter within an existing network or to create a new network.
This chapter will help you locate setup instructions for your
network configuration.
Which Setup Option Best Matches Your Network?
The following options describe common ways to use your Ethernet
adapter. Select the one that best matches your networking goals.
Option A:
I want to add another computer to an existing network
that has a base station (gateway or router).
If your computers meet all of the following conditions, see the
Typical Setup method in Chapter 3 to set up the adapter.
OYou have an existing Ethernet network that has a base station
(gateway or router), a broadband modem, and an active
Internet connection.
OThe computer you want to add has an available PCI slot.
After you set up the adapter by using Option A, your network will
resemble this diagram:
Computer with
PCI Adapter
Installing the software
on this computer
configures the adapter.
Active Internet Connection
Broadband Modem
(DSL or Cable)
Base Station
(Gateway or Router)

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Security Considerations for Option A
In this configuration, your networked computers use a base station
(gateway or router) to connect to the broadband modem and,
indirectly, the Internet. A base station can help provide security for
your network by using a hardware firewall or Network Address
Translation (NAT) technology. It is important to enable the
protection provided by your network to prevent security problems.
For more information about security, see chapter 4.
Option B:
I want to connect two computers directly to each other.
Your adapter can be used to network computers by using a “peer-
to-peer” or “computer-to-computer” configuration.
If your computers meet all of the following conditions, use the
Computer-to-Computer Setup method in Chapter 3.
OOne computer has an available PCI slot for your new PCI
adapter.
OA second computer already has an installed Ethernet adapter
(or internal Ethernet card).
OYou have a crossover Ethernet cable for connecting the two
computers.
After you set up the adapter by using Option B, your network will
resemble this diagram:
Security Considerations for Option B
You can access the Internet by connecting one computer to your
broadband modem and sharing the connection with the other
computers by using Internet Connection Sharing (ICS) software.
For more information about ICS, see Windows Help.
Any network that connects to the Internet needs protection from
hackers and viruses. You can use firewall software, such as
Internet Connection Firewall that comes with Windows XP, to help
protect your network from unwanted intrusions.
If your network is not connected to the Internet, you do not need to
worry about protecting your network from Internet intrusions.
Computer with
PCI adapter
Computer with
installed Ethernet
adapter (notebook
adapter shown)

Chapter 2: Planning 9
Option C:
I want to connect three or more computers by using a
switch or hub.
You can also create a computer-to-computer network of more than
two computers by connecting them through a switch or hub.
If your computers meet all of the following conditions, use the
Computer-to-Computer Setup method in Chapter 3.
OOne computer has an available PCI slot for your new PCI adapter.
OAll other computers already have an installed Ethernet adapter
(or internal Ethernet card).
OYou have one or more switches or hubs, with enough available
ports to connect each computer in the network.
OYou have a straight-through Ethernet cable for each computer on
the network.
After you set up the adapter by using Option C, your network will
resemble this diagram:
Security Considerations for Option C
You can access the Internet by connecting one computer to your
broadband modem and sharing the connection with the other
computers by using Internet Connection Sharing (ICS) software. For
more information about ICS, see Windows Help.
Any network that connects to the Internet needs protection from
hackers and viruses. You can use firewall software, such as
Internet Connection Firewall that comes with Windows XP, to help
protect your network from unwanted intrusions.
If your network is not connected to the Internet, you do not need to
worry about protecting your network from Internet intrusions.
Switch or Hub
Computer with
PCI adapter
Computers with
installed Ethernet
adapters

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Option D:
I want to connect another computer to a Home Phone
Line (HomePNA) Network or Power Line Communication
(PLC) Network.
To add a computer to a HomePNA or PLC network by using a
Microsoft Broadband Networking Ethernet adapter, you need to
purchase a HomePNA-to-Ethernet or PLC-to-Ethernet adapter. For
more information about connecting to this kind of network, see the
documentation for your HomePNA or PLC network or contact the
manufacturer’s support services.
To set up your adapter on a HomePNA or PLC network, see
“Connecting an Adapter Using Plug and Play” in Chapter 3. You do
not need to run the Setup Wizard, but you will need to configure
your network settings on the newly networked computer.
Security Considerations for Option D
Any network that connects to the Internet needs protection from
hackers and viruses. How you decide to protect your HomePNA or
PLC network depends on how the network connects to your
broadband modem and to the Internet.
Check that your networking hardware includes a firewall or Network
Address Translation (NAT) software between all networked
computers and the Internet.
Option E:
I have already connected my adapter and have not yet
installed the software.
If you have already connected the adapter and have not yet
installed the software, or you do not want to run the Setup Wizard,
see “Setting Up an Adapter by Using Plug and Play” in Chapter 3 for
setup instructions.

3setting up.
Installing, Connecting, and
Configuring Your Adapter
Your Microsoft®Broadband Networking Ethernet adapter can be set
up in various ways, depending on how your existing network is
configured. The instructions in this chapter will guide you through
the process of setting up your adapter.
Before You Begin
Before you install your PCI adapter, make sure that you have the
following items at the computer:
Included in the Box:
OMicrosoft Broadband Networking PCI Adapter
OUser’s Guide
OSetup CD-ROM
Also Required (but not included in the box):
OEthernet cable
OSystem documentation from your computer’s manufacturer
Optional:
ONetwork settings provided by your Internet service provider
(ISP). You might need this information during setup, depending
on how you install and configure your adapter.
OMicrosoft Windows®Setup CD-ROM. This might be necessary if
you need to install any additional Windows networking
components during setup and configuration.
OA Wake-On-LAN cable. This optional cable is purchased
separately and is necessary only if you want to use the Wake-
On-LAN feature on an older computer. For more information,
see Chapter 1.

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Typical Setup
Follow the detailed instructions beginning on the next page if your
existing network configuration matches all of the following
conditions:
OYou have an existing Ethernet network that has a base station
(gateway or router), a DSL or cable modem, and an active
Internet connection.
OThe Windows-based computer you want to add has an available,
high-powered USB port or a PC Card slot, and the computer is
not already connected to another network.
See the setup instructions later in this chapter if:
OYour network is configured in any other way, or
OYou have already connected your adapter and have not yet
installed the adapter software.
After you set up your adapter, your network will resemble the
following diagram.
Computer with
PCI Adapter
Installing the software
on this computer
configures the adapter.
Active Internet Connection
Broadband Modem
(DSL or Cable)
Base Station
(Gateway or Router)
Note
If your computers are
running Microsoft Windows
XP or Windows 2000, you
must be a member of the
Administrator group to set
up a network. If you are not
logged on as an
administrator, click Start,
click Log Off, and then
press CTRL+ALT+DELETE.
Log on again with an
administrator’s name and
password.

Chapter 3: Setting Up 13
Step 1: Install the Software
1. Insert the Setup CD-ROM into the CD-ROM drive of the computer
that you want to connect to your network. If the Setup Wizard
does not start automatically after a few seconds, double-click
My Computer, double-click the drive that contains your Setup
CD-ROM, and then double-click Setup or Setup.exe.
2. In the Setup Wizard, do the following:
OWhen the wizard asks which device you are installing, click
Network Adapter.
OWhen the wizard asks which network adapter you are
installing, click PCI Adapter.
3. When the wizard asks you to specify how you want to use your
adapter, select the option that best describes your existing
network and how you will connect to it.
4. When the wizard asks you to install the PCI adapter on your
computer, shut down your computer by clicking Close.
5. After your computer shuts down completely, proceed to Step 2.
Step 2: Install the Adapter in Your Computer
1. After your computer shuts down completely, disconnect the
power cord from the back of the computer to prevent shock.
2. Remove the cover from your computer. For instructions, see your
computer’s documentation.
3. Locate an available PCI slot on your computer’s motherboard.
4. Remove the protective bracket from the PCI slot.
5. Insert the PCI adapter into the slot as shown in the
diagram, being careful to:
OLine up the connectors on the PCI adapter with the PCI slot,
and press evenly on the top of the card until it is securely
connected to the motherboard.
OLine up the mounting bracket with the appropriate opening
on the back of your computer.

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Mounting
Bracket
PCI Connectors
6. Screw the bracket of the PCI adapter securely to your
computer’s case.
7. If your computer does not support PCI 2.2 connectivity and you
want to install Wake-On-LAN capability, do the following:
OConnect one end of the Wake-On-LAN cable (purchased
separately) to the connector on the top edge of the PCI adapter.
OConnect the other end to the Wake-On-LAN connector on
your motherboard.
For more information about the location of this connector, see
your computer’s documentation.
8. Replace the cover on your computer.
Step 3: Connect Your PCI Adapter to the Network
1. Connect one end of the Ethernet cable (not included) to the
network port on the back of your PCI adapter.
2. Connect the other end of the Ethernet cable to an available
Ethernet port on your existing router, hub, switch, or broadband
modem.
3. Reconnect the power cord to the computer, and make sure no
other cables have come loose during installation.
Caution
Electronic components are
sensitive to static electricity.
Always ground yourself before
touching the PCI adapter or
any other internal components
of your computer.
PCI Slot
Caution
Before you attempt to insert
your PCI adapter into the PCI
slot, make sure that the pin
configuration of the slot
matches that of the
connectors on the bottom of
the adapter.

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After you connect your adapter, the back of your computer will
resemble the following diagram.
Step 4: Configure Your Adapter
1. Turn on your computer.
When Windows starts, the Setup Wizard automatically resumes.
2. Continue to follow the instructions in the Setup Wizard.
When you complete the setup, click Finish to exit the Setup
Wizard.
3. Remove the Setup CD-ROM from your CD-ROM drive and keep it
in a safe place for future installations.
4. If your Internet service provider (ISP) requires additional
network settings, such as a static IP address or special software
to access the Internet, configure this now. For instructions, see
your ISP documentation.
Step 5: Test Your Network
To confirm that your network is working properly, do the following:
OEnsure that your connections are working properly by viewing
the status of your network in the Broadband Network Utility. To
learn more about the Broadband Network Utility, see Chapter 5.
OIf your network has Internet access, test the connection by
opening your Web browser and visiting a Web site, such as
www.microsoft.com.
If you are having network problems or you cannot connect to the
Internet through your broadband modem, see “Network and
Internet Problems” in Chapter 6.
Note
If you originally logged on to
an administrator account to
begin Setup, make sure that
you log on to the same
administrator account after
you restart your computer.

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Computer-to-Computer Setup
Use the setup instructions described here if:
OYou want to connect two or more computers directly to each
other or indirectly through a hub or switch.
OYou want to connect a Microsoft Broadband Networking adapter
to the first computer.
OAll other computers to be networked have an installed Ethernet
adapter or a built-in Ethernet port.
You will need an Ethernet cable for each computer you are adding
to your network. You will need a crossover Ethernet cable if you are
connecting two computers directly to each other. You will need a
straight-through Ethernet cable for each computer that connects to
a switch or hub.
Step 1: Install the Software
1. Insert the Setup CD-ROM into the CD-ROM drive of the computer
that you want to connect to your network. If the Setup Wizard
does not start automatically after a few seconds, double-click
My Computer, double-click the drive that contains your Setup
CD-ROM, and then double-click Setup or Setup.exe.
2. In the Setup Wizard, do the following:
OWhen the wizard asks which device you are installing, click
Network Adapter.
OWhen the wizard asks which network adapter you are
installing, click PCI Adapter.
3. When the Setup Wizard asks you to specify how you want to use
your adapter, select the option for computer-to-computer setup.
4. When the wizard asks you to install the PCI adapter on your
computer, shut down your computer by clicking Close.
5. After your computer shuts down completely, proceed to Step 2.
Step 2: Install the Adapter in Your Computer
Install the PCI adapter in your computer by following the
instructions in “Step 2: Install the Adapter in Your Computer” in the
“Typical Setup” section at the beginning of this chapter.
Note
For more information about
crossover Ethernet cables,
see Chapter 1.