NetComm NP1020 User manual

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Contents
Chapter 1 Introduction ............................................................................. 3
Package contents ............................................................................... 3
Chapter 2 Installation .............................................................................. 4
Setup for Windows 98se ..................................................................... 4
Setup for Windows 2000 ..................................................................... 5
Setup for Windows ME ......................................................................... 6
Setup for Windows XP ......................................................................... 7
APPENDIX A: Registration and Warranty Information ................................... 8
Contact Information ............................................................................ 8
Copyright Information ......................................................................... 8
Customer Information ......................................................................... 9
Product Warranty .............................................................................. 10
Limitations of Warranty ..................................................................... 11

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Chapter 1 Introduction
The USB 2.0 10/100 FastEthernet Adapter provides plug-and-play 10/100Mbps dual
speed Ethernet connection for PCs, notebooks, and laptops. The device complies with
USB Specification 2.0, 1.0 and 1.1. It uses a USB type A connector to connect to the USB
host computer, and a RJ-45 connector to a 100Base-TX or 10Base-T Ethernet link. This
low power-consuming device draws power from a host USB bus, thus no external power
supply is required.
Package contents
• USB 2.0 10/100 Ethernet Adapter
• Cat5 Network Cable
• CD with Driver
• Quick Start Guide
NOTE : If any of these items are missing from
the retail package, contact
your supplier immediately.

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Chapter 2 Installation
Setup for Windows 98se
1. Make sure your PC is powered on and that you are running the Windows 98se
operating system.
2. Insert the USB head (the A-type connector) into a USB port on your PC. The
system will recognize the device and display “Add New Hardware Wizard”
dialog box. Put the “USB 2.0 10/100 Ethernet Adapter” driver CD into CD-
ROM and then press the “Next” button.
3. Select “Search for the best driver for your device (Recommended)”, press the
“Next” button.
4. Select “Specify a location” and press the “Next” button.
5. After Windows finds the driver, press the “Next” button.
6. Windows may request for you to “Please insert the disk labeled ‘Windows
98se CD-ROM’, and then click OK.” Follow the instructions and input the
CD-ROM or disks as needed, direct Windows to the proper location, and then
click the “OK” button.
7. When Windows finished the installation, the “USB 2.0 10/100 Ethernet
Adapter” dialog box will appear, then click the “Finish” button .
8. System will ask you “Do you want to restart your computer now?”. Click
“Yes” to restart your computer.
9. After the computer is restarted, the network function will be ready.

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Setup for Windows 2000
1. Make sure your PC is powered on and that you are running the Windows 2000
operating system.
2. Insert the USB head (the A-type connector) into a USB port on your PC.
The system will recognize the device and display the “Found New Hardware
Wizard” dialog box. Put the driver CD into CD-ROM and press “Next”
button.
3. Select “Search for a suitable driver for my device (Recommended)”, press the
“Next” button. Then select “Specify a location” and press the “Next” button.
4. After Windows finds the driver, the following prompt will appear “USB 2.0
10/100 Ethernet Adapter”. Press the “Next” button.
5. Then Windows will pop-up one “Digital Signature Not Found” dialog box,
please click the “Yes” button, system will automatically copy the driver files
and related files into the system.
6. When Windows finished the installation, the “USB 2.0 10/100 Network
Adapter” dialog box will be prompted, then press the “Finish” button .
7. Restart your computer, after the computer is restarted, the network function
will be ready.

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Setup for Windows ME
1. Make sure your PC is powered on and that you are running the Windows ME
operating system.
2. Insert the USB head (the A-type connector) into the USB port on your
PC. , The system will recognize the device and display “Add New
Hardware Wizard” dialog box, select “Automatic search for a better driver
(Recommended)” and put the driver CD into CD-ROM. Press the “Next”
button.
3. When Windows finished the installation, the “USB 2.0 10/100 Ethernet
Adapter” dialog box will be prompted, then click the “Finish” button.
4. System will ask you “Do you want to restart your computer now?”. Click
“Yes” to restart your computer.
5. Restart your computer, after the computer is restarted, the network function
will be ready.

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Setup for Windows XP
1. Make sure your PC is powered on and that you are running the Windows XP
operating system.
2. Insert the USB head (the A-type connector) into the USB port on your PC. The
system will recognize the device and display “Found New hardware Wizard”
dialog box, select “Install the software automatically (Recommended)” and
put the driver CD into CD-ROM. Press the “Next” button.
(CAUTION: Make sure your USB host end supports USB2.0. If not, this
device will only run on USB 1.0&1.1 specification..)
3. Then Windows will pop-up one “Hardware Installation” window please click
“Continue Anyway”, The system will automatically copy the driver files and
related files into the system.
4. After copying the driver files, the device installation is complete. Click the
“Finish” button.
5. Restart your computer, after the computer is restarted, the network function
will be ready.

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APPENDIX A: Registration and Warranty Information
All NetComm Limited (“NetComm”) products have a standard 12 month warranty from date of purchase
against defects in manufacturing and that the products will operate in accordance with the specifications
outlined in the User Guide. However some products have an extended warranty option (please refer
to your packaging). To be eligible for the extended warranty you must supply the requested warranty
information to NetComm within 30 days of the original purchase by registering on-line via the NetComm
web site at:
www.netcomm.com.au
Contact Information
If you have any technical difficulties with your product, please do not hesitate to contact NetComm’s
Customer Support Department.
Email: [email protected]
Fax: [phone]
Web: www.netcomm.com.au
Copyright Information
This manual is copyright. Apart from any fair dealing for the purposes of private study, research, criticism
or review, as permitted under the Copyright Act, no part may be reproduced, stored in a retrieval system
or transmitted in any form, by any means, be it electronic, mechanical, recording or otherwise, without the
prior written permission of NetComm Limited. NetComm Limited accepts no liability or responsibility, for
consequences arising from the use of this product. Please note that the images used in this document
may vary slightly from those of the actual product. Specifications are accurate at the time of the
preparation of this document but are subject to change without notice.
NetComm Limited reserves the right to change the specifications and operating details of this product
without notice. NetComm is a registered trademark of NetComm Limited. All other trademarks are
acknowledged the property of their respective owners.

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Customer Information
ACA (Australian Communications Authority) requires you to be aware of the following information and
warnings:
(1) This unit shall be connected to the Telecommunication Network through a line cord which meets the
requirements of the ACA TS008 Standard.
(2) This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the Standards for C-Tick and or A-Tick
as set by the ACA. These standards are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful
interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio noise
and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions detailed within this manual, may
cause interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will
not occur with the installation of this product in your home or office. If this equipment does cause
some degree of interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the
equipment off and on, we encourage the user to try to correct the interference by one or more of the
following measures:
• Change the direction or relocate the receiving antenna.
• Increase the separation between this equipment and the receiver.
• Connect the equipment to an alternate power outlet on a different power circuit from
that to which the receiver/TV is connected.
• Consult an experienced radio/TV technician for help.
(3) The power supply that is provided with this unit is only intended for use with this product. Do not use
this power supply with any other product or do not use any other power supply that is not approved
for use with this product by NetComm. Failure to do so may cause damage to this product, fire or
result in personal injury.

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Product Warranty
The warranty is granted on the following conditions:
1. This warranty extends to the original purchaser (you) and is not transferable;
2. This warranty shall not apply to software programs, batteries, power supplies, cables or other acces-
sories supplied in or with the product;
3. The customer complies with all of the terms of any relevant agreement with NetComm and any other
reasonable requirements of NetComm including producing such evidence of purchase as NetComm
may require;
4. The cost of transporting product to and from NetComm’s nominated premises is your responsibility;
and,
5. NetComm does not have any liability or responsibility under this warranty where any cost, loss, injury
or damage of any kind, whether direct, indirect, consequential, incidental or otherwise arises out of
events beyond NetComm’s reasonable control. This includes but is not limited to: acts of God, war,
riot, embargoes, acts of civil or military authorities, fire, floods, electricity outages, lightning, power
surges, or shortages of materials or labour.
6. The customer is responsible for the security of their computer and network at all times. Security
features may be disabled within the factory default settings. NetComm recommends that you enable
these features to enhance your security.
The warranty is automatically voided if:
1. You, or someone else, use the product, or attempts to use it, other than as specified by NetComm;
2. The fault or defect in your product is the result of a voltage surge subjected to the product either
by the way of power supply or communication line, whether caused by thunderstorm activity or any
other cause(s);
3. The fault is the result of accidental damage or damage in transit, including but not limited to liquid
spillage;
4. Your product has been used for any purposes other than that for which it is sold, or in any way other
than in strict accordance with the user manual supplied;
5. Your product has been repaired or modified or attempted to be repaired or modified, other than by a
qualified person at a service centre authorised by NetComm; and,
6. The serial number has been defaced or altered in any way or if the serial number plate has been
removed.

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Limitations of Warranty
The Trade Practices Act 1974 and corresponding State and Territory Fair Trading Acts or legalisation
of another Government (“the relevant acts”) in certain circumstances imply mandatory conditions and
warranties which cannot be excluded. This warranty is in addition to and not in replacement for such
conditions and warranties.
To the extent permitted by the Relevant Acts, in relation to your product and any other materials provided
with the product (“the Goods”) the liability of NetComm under the Relevant Acts is limited at the option of
NetComm to:
• Replacement of the Goods; or
• Repair of the Goods; or
• Payment of the cost of replacing the Goods; or
• Payment of the cost of having the Goods repaired.