SMC Networks Copper Gigabit PCI Card SMC9452TX-1 User manual

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Copyrights
Information furnished by SMC Networks, Inc. (SMC) is believed to be accurate and reliable. However, no
responsibility is assumed by SMC for its use, nor for any infringements of patents or other rights of third parties
which may result from its use. No license is granted by implication or otherwise under any patent or patent
rights of SMC. SMC reserves the right to change specifications at any time without notice.
Copyright © 2005 by
SMC Networks, Inc.
38 Tesla
Irvine, CA 92618
All rights reserved.
Trademarks:
SMC is a registered trademark; and EZ Card, is a trademark of SMC Networks, Inc. Other product and
company names are trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective holders.

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Contents
Warranty …………………………………………………….…..………..…...... 3
Compliances ……………………………..……………………………………. 5
Hardware Description ................................................................................….. 7
Package Contents …………………………………………………….…….… 7
Hardware Installation ……….……………………………………….………. 8
Driver Installation …………………………………………..………..……… 10
Windows 9x ………..………….……………………….……………….…… 10
Windows ME ……….……………….……………………………….………. 14
Windows NT ……….………………….…………………………….……….. 16
Windows 2000 ………...…………………….…………………….….……… 17
Windows XP ……………………………………….………..……………….. 18
Driver Verification ……………………..……………………………………. 24
Troubleshooting ……………….……………………………………………. 27
Cable Types and Specifications ……………..…………………………… 29
Technical Specifications ..………………………………………………..… 30
Terminology …….……………………………………………………….…… 32

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Limited Warranty
Limited Warranty Statement: SMC Networks, Inc. (“SMC”) warrants its products to be free from defects in
workmanship and materials, under normal use and service, for the applicable warranty term. All SMC products
carry a standard 90-day limited warranty from the date of purchase from SMC or its Authorized Reseller. SMC
may, at its own discretion, repair or replace any product not operating as warranted with a similar or
functionally equivalent product, during the applicable warranty term. SMC will endeavor to repair or replace
any product returned under warranty within 30 days of receipt of the product.
The standard limited warranty can be upgraded to a Limited Lifetime* warranty by registering new products
within 30 days of purchase from SMC or its Authorized Reseller. Registration can be accomplished via the
enclosed product registration card or online via the SMC web site. Failure to register will not affect the standard
limited warranty. The Limited Lifetime warranty covers a product during the Life of that Product, which is
defined as the period of time during which the product is an ‘Active’ SMC product. A product is considered to
be ‘Active’ while it is listed on the current SMC price list. As new technologies emerge, older technologies
become obsolete and SMC will, at its discretion, replace an older product in its product line with one that
incorporates these newer technologies. At that point, the obsolete product is discontinued and is no longer an
‘Active’ SMC product.
All products that are replaced become the property of SMC. Replacement products may be either new or
reconditioned. Any replaced or repaired product carries either a 30-day limited warranty or the remainder of the
initial warranty, whichever is longer. SMC is not responsible for any custom software or firmware,
configuration information, or memory data of Customer contained in, stored on, or integrated with any products
returned to SMC pursuant to any warranty. Products returned to SMC should have any customer-installed
accessory or add-on components, such as expansion modules, removed prior to returning the product for
replacement. SMC is not responsible for these items if they are returned with the product.
Customers must contact SMC for a Return Material Authorization number prior to returning any product to
SMC. Proof of purchase may be required. Any product returned to SMC without a valid Return Material
Authorization (RMA) number clearly marked on the outside of the package will be returned to customer at
customer’s expense. For warranty claims within North America, please call our toll-free customer support
number at [phone]. Customers are responsible for all shipping charges from their facility to SMC. SMC
is responsible for return shipping charges from SMC to customer.

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Limited Warranty
WARRANTIES EXCLUSIVE: IF AN SMC PRODUCT DOES NOT OPERATE AS WARRANTED ABOVE,
CUSTOMER’S SOLE REMEDY SHALL BE REPAIR OR REPLACEMENT OF THE PRODUCT IN
QUESTION, AT SMC’S OPTION. THE FOREGOING WARRANTIES AND REMEDIES ARE EXCLUSIVE
AND ARE IN LIEU OF ALL OTHER WARRANTIES OR CONDITIONS, EXPRESS OR IMPLIED,
EITHER IN FACT OR BY OPERATION OF LAW, STATUTORY OR OTHERWISE, INCLUDING
WARRANTIES OR CONDITIONS OF MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR
PURPOSE. SMC NEITHER ASSUMES NOR AUTHORIZES ANY OTHER PERSON TO ASSUME FOR IT
ANY OTHER LIABILITY IN CONNECTION WITH THE SALE, INSTALLATION, MAINTENANCE OR
USE OF ITS PRODUCTS. SMC SHALL NOT BE LIABLE UNDER THIS WARRANTY IF ITS TESTING
AND EXAMINATION DISCLOSE THE ALLEGED DEFECT IN THE PRODUCT DOES NOT EXIST OR
WAS CAUSED BY CUSTOMER’S OR ANY THIRD PERSON’S MISUSE, NEGLECT, IMPROPER
INSTALLATION OR TESTING, UNAUTHORIZED ATTEMPTS TO REPAIR, OR ANY OTHER CAUSE
BEYOND THE RANGE OF THE INTENDED USE, OR BY ACCIDENT, FIRE, LIGHTNING, OR OTHER
HAZARD.
LIMITATION OF LIABILITY: IN NO EVENT, WHETHER BASED IN CONTRACT OR TORT
(INCLUDING NEGLIGENCE), SHALL SMC BE LIABLE FOR INCIDENTAL, CONSEQUENTIAL,
INDIRECT, SPECIAL, OR PUNITIVE DAMAGES OF ANY KIND, OR FOR LOSS OF REVENUE, LOSS
OF BUSINESS, OR OTHER FINANCIAL LOSS ARISING OUT OF OR IN CONNECTION WITH THE
SALE, INSTALLATION, MAINTENANCE, USE, PERFORMANCE, FAILURE, OR INTERRUPTION OF
ITS PRODUCTS, EVEN IF SMC OR ITS AUTHORIZED RESELLER HAS BEEN ADVISED OF THE
POSSIBILITY OF SUCH DAMAGES.
SOME STATES DO NOT ALLOW THE EXCLUSION OF IMPLIED WARRANTIES OR THE
LIMITATION OF INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES FOR CONSUMER PRODUCTS, SO
THE ABOVE LIMITATIONS AND EXCLUSIONS MAY NOT APPLY TO YOU. THIS WARRANTY
GIVES YOU SPECIFIC LEGAL RIGHTS, WHICH MAY VARY FROM STATE TO STATE. NOTHING IN
THIS WARRANTY SHALL BE TAKEN TO AFFECT YOUR STATUTORY RIGHTS.*
SMC will provide warranty service for one year following discontinuance from the active SMC price list. Under
the limited lifetime warranty, internal and external power supplies, fans, and cables are covered by a standard
one-year warranty from date of purchase.

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Compliances
FCC - Class A
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class A digital 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 equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy
and, if not installed and used in accordance with instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio
communications. However, there is no guarantee that the interference will not occur in a particular installation.
If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by
turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the
following measures:
•Reorient the receiving antenna
•Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver
•Connect the equipment 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
EC Conformance Declaration - Class B
SMC contact for these products in Europe is:
SMC Networks Europe,
Edificio Conata II,
Calle Fructuós Gelabert 6-8, 2o, 4a,
08970 - Sant Joan Despí, Barcelona, Spain.
This information technology equipment complies with the requirements of the Council Directive 89/336/EEC
on the Approximation of the laws of the Member States relating to Electromagnetic Compatibility and
73/23/EEC for electrical equipment used within certain voltage limits and the Amendment Directive 93/68/EEC.
For the evaluation of the compliance with these Directives, the following standards were applied:
RFI Emission:
•Limit class B according to EN55022:1998
•Limit class B for harmonic current emission according to EN61000-3-2/1995
•Limitation of voltage fluctuation and flicker in low-voltage supply system according to
EN61000-3-3/1995
Immunity:
•Product family standard according to EN55024:1998
•Electrostatic Discharge according to EN61000-4-2:1995 (Contact Discharge: ±4 kV, Air
Discharge: ±8 kV)
•Radio-frequency electromagnetic field according to EN61000-4-3:1996 (80 - 1000 MHz with
1 kHz AM 80% Modulation: 3 V/m)
•Electrical fast transient/burst according to EN61000-4-4:1995 (AC/DC power supply: ±1 kV,
Data/Signal lines: ±0.5 kV)
•Surge immunity test according to EN61000-4-5:1995 (AC/DC Line to Line: ±1 kV, AC/DC
Line to Earth: ±2 kV)

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•Immunity to conducted disturbances, Induced by radio-frequency fields: EN61000-4-6:1996
(0.15 - 80 MHz with 1 kHz AM 80% Modulation: 3 V/m)
•Power frequency magnetic field immunity test according to EN61000-4-8:1993 (1 A/m at
frequency 50 Hz)
•Voltage dips, short interruptions and voltage variations immunity test according to EN61000-
4-11:1994 (>95% Reduction @10 ms, 30% Reduction @500 ms, >95% Reduction @5000
ms)
LVD
•EN60950 (A1/1992; A2/1993; A3/1993; A4/1995; A11/1997)
Warning: Do not plug a phone jack connector in the RJ-45 port. This may damage this device. Les
raccordeurs ne sont pas utilisé pour le systéme téléphonique!
Industry Canada - Class B
This digital apparatus does not exceed the Class B limits for radio noise emissions from digital apparatus as set
out in the interference-causing equipment standard entitled “Digital Apparatus,” ICES-003 of the Department of
Communications.
Cet appareil numérique respecte les limites de bruits radioélectriques applicables aux appareils numériques de
Classe B prescrites dans la norme sur le matériel brouilleur: “Appareils Numériques,” NMB-003 édictée par le
ministère des Communications.
Japan VCCI Class B
Australia AS/NZS 3548 (1995) - Class B

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Hardware Description
SMC’s EZ Card 1000, SMC9452TX-1, is a Gigabit Ethernet network interface card for 32-bit PCI local bus-
compliant computers. It operates under the 1000BASE-T specification over Category 5 UTP Cable, as well as
being compatible with 100BASE-TX and 10BASE-T connections. This network card provides up to ten times
the bandwidth of Fast Ethernet, and can deliver a full 2 Gbps of throughput to the host PC. A true plug-and-play
device, the card is auto-configurable upon power up. Leading-edge ASIC technology and performance-
enhancing techniques maximize throughput and minimize CPU utilization. It also supports full- and half-duplex
and features auto-negotiation.
•1 RJ-45 connector for 10/100/1000 Mbps connections
•1 Socket for Optional Boot ROM
•2 LED Indicators – Link/ACT, FD (Full Duplex)
Package Contents
After unpacking the EZ Card 1000, check the contents of the box to be sure you have received the following
components:
•EZ Card 1000 network card SMC9452TX-1
•Quick Install Guide
•Driver & Documentation CD containing this User Guide and Drivers
•SMC Warranty Registration Card
Immediately inform your dealer in the event of any incorrect, missing or damaged parts. If possible, please
retain the carton and original packing materials in case there is a need to return the product. Please fill out and
return the Warranty Registration Card to SMC or you may register the product on SMC’s Web site. The EZ
Card 1000 is covered by a limited lifetime warranty.

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System Requirements
Before you install the EZ Card 1000, check your system for the following requirements:
•A PC and BIOS that support the PCI Local Bus Specification v2.0 or later
•An available 32-bit PCI slot
•Category 5 or 5e UTP cable with RJ-45 connectors
•An IEEE 802.3ab-compliant Gigabit Ethernet device installed in your network
Note: If you are installing in an older PC model (Pentium or earlier), upgrade the BIOS to the latest version.
Hardware Installation
WARNINGS:
•This network adapter requires a PC and BIOS that support the PCI Local Bus Specification
v2.0 or later. If you are installing in an older PC model, upgrade the BIOS to the latest
version.
•Network cards are sensitive to static electricity. To protect the card, avoid touching its
electrical components and always touch the metal chassis of your computer before handling
the card.
1. Switch off the computer, unplug the power cord, and remove the computer’s cover.
2. Select an available PCI slot and remove the cover bracket.
-When using a 32-bit PCI slot, the end of the card’s edge connector will be exposed. Be
careful that it does not touch any conducting parts on the PC motherboard.
3. Install the network card into the slot so that it is firmly seated. Then screw the card’s bracket
securely into the PC’s chassis.
4. Replace the chassis cover and power up your PC.
5. The EZ Card 1000 should be automatically configured by the host computer’s BIOS. However,
if you have an older computer, you may have to manually configure the computer’s BIOS
settings (see “Troubleshooting”).
6. The Driver & Documentation CD that accompanies the EZ Card 1000 contains all the network
operating system drivers supported by this card. Please read the “RELEASE.TXT” file on the
CD for a list of all drivers. Refer to following sections on this manual for instructions on
installing drivers. Any new or updated drivers can be downloaded from SMC’s Web site
(WWW.SMC.COM).

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PCI Configuration
In most cases, your network card is automatically configured when you power-up your computer. In certain
computers, however, you must modify PCI settings by running your computer’s BIOS Setup program. For more
information, refer to “PCI Compatibility” section of this manual.
Connecting Category 5 Cable
To connect to a 1000BASE-T Gigabit Ethernet device, use the RJ-45 connector on the network card and
Category 5, 5e or better UTP cable. This connection can be made directly to the device, or indirectly via a wall
outlet that has the proper wiring for an RJ-45 connector. Connections can be made for a distance of 100m (328
ft). It is recommended that for all critical connections, or any new cable installations, Category 5e (enhanced
Category 5) cable should be used.
Connecting UTP Cable
1. Attach the male RJ-45 connector on one end of a UTP cable to the network card’s RJ-45 port.
2. Attach the male connector on the other end of the UTP cable directly to an Ethernet, Fast
Ethernet or Gigabit Ethernet device. OR,attach the male connector on the other end of the
UTP cable to a wall outlet with an RJ-45 connector properly wired for 1000BASE-T Gigabit
Ethernet. Wiring from the wall outlet connection is usually routed to a hub or switch through
a punch-down block located in a wiring closet.
3. For 1000 Mbps operation, make certain that the device you are connecting to is compliant
with IEEE 802.3ab 1000BASE-T.

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Driver Installation
Windows 95/98
NOTE: Installation processes will require the use of your original, licensed copy of Windows.
Please have your Windows CD available BEFORE proceeding with the installation.
Step 1: After you have inserted the EZ Card 10/100/1000 SMC9452TX-1 PCI Card in your machine,
the Operating System will automatically recognize the adapter and prompt you for the appropriate
drivers. Click the [Next >] button to begin the installation.
Step 2: Insert the Driver CD and select the [Search for the best driver for your device] option and
click [Next >]. In Windows 95, you may be immediately asked to enter the path of the driver
location. Type ?:\SMC9452\WIN95. (Note: The "?" equals the letter of your CD-ROM drive. In
most cases, this is D.)

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Step 3: Clear all checkboxes except for [Specify a location:]. Then press the [Browse] button and
look for the drivers on your CD-ROM. If using Windows 95, browse to ?:\SMC9452\WIN95 and if
you are using Windows 98, browse to ?:\SMC9452\WIN98. (Note: The "?" equals the letter of your
CD-ROM drive. In most cases, this is D.)
Step 4: The system should find the drivers. Click the [Next >] button to continue the installation.
The wizard will show "SMC EZ Card 10/100/1000 (SMC9452TX-1)".
(Note: If the system could not find the drivers, click the [< Back] button, and select the [Display a
list of all the drivers...] option. Select [Network Adapters] from the list of devices, press [Have Disk]
and once again browse to the location of the drivers)

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Step 5: Once the system has copied the SMC drivers from the CD, it may then request files from
your original Windows disk. Please insert the Windows CD at this time.
Step 6: The system will copy the files. Do NOT press [Cancel].

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Step 7: Once all the necessary files are copied from the Windows CD, the driver install process will
be complete. Click [Finish] to exit the wizard.
Step 8: You will then be prompted to reboot the machine. Press [Yes]. Upon reboot, the EZ Card
10/100/1000 SMC9452TX-1 PCI Card will be initialized and ready for use.

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Windows Me
NOTE: Installation processes will require the use of your original, licensed copy of Windows.
Please have your Windows CD available BEFORE proceeding with the installation.
Step 1: After you have inserted the SMC9452TX-1 PCI Card in your machine and turned it back on,
the OS will automatically recognize the adapter and prompt you for the appropriate drivers. Select
the [Specify the location of the driver] option. Then click the [Next >] button to begin the installation.
Step 2: Insert the Driver CD and select the [Specify a location:] option. Clear the [Removable
Media] checkbox. Then press the [Browse] button and look for the drivers on your CD. This should
be located in ?:\SMC9452\WINME. (Note: The ? equals the letter of your CD-ROM drive. In most
cases, this is D.) Then click [Next >].

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Step 3: The system should find the drivers. Click the [Next >] button to continue the installation.
(Note: If the system could not find the drivers, click the [< Back] button, and select the [Display a
list of all the drivers] option. Select [Network Adapters] from the list of devices, press [Have Disk]
and once again browse to the location of the drivers)
Step 4: Once all the necessary files have been copied, the driver installation is complete. Click
[Finish] to exit the wizard.
Step 5: You will then be prompted to reboot the machine. Press [Yes]. Upon reboot, the
SMC9452TX-1 will be initialized and ready for use.

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Windows NT
Step 1: NT is not a Plug-and-Play Operating System, thus you need to manually install the drivers.
Right-click on the [Network] icon on the desktop and click [Properties].
Step 2: Go to the [Adapters] tab and click the [Add] button.
Step 3: Click the [Have Disk] button and enter the location of the drivers. This should
be ?:\SMC9452\WINNT. (Note: The ? equals the letter of your CD-ROM drive. In most cases, this
is D.) Then click [OK].
Step 4: The system will display the model of your adapter. Click [OK] to continue.
Step 5: You will then be given the option to choose the [Media Type] for the adapter. This is also
commonly known as the Link Speed. We recommend leaving this value at [AutoSense]. This card
will automatically link up to your switch or hub at the highest supported speed. If your switch/hub
does not support auto-negotiation, please select the desired "Media Type".
(Note: If you are unsure of this value, please set it to [AutoSense])
Step 6: The system will commence binding the necessary protocols to the adapter. Click the [Close]
button.
Step 7: You will then be prompted to choose between using DHCP or assigning the card a Static IP
address. If you have a DHCP server on your network or if you plan on implementing this card with a
Cable/DSL modem, please choose the [Obtain an IP address..] option. If you have a Static IP, please
enter them now. Remember to go to the DNS tab and enter your DNS addresses as well. Then click
[OK] to continue.
Step 8: You have now completed the driver installation. Click [Yes] to restart and initialize the
adapter.

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Windows 2000
Step 1: After you have inserted the SMC9452TX-1 PCI Card in your machine and turned it back on,
the Operating System will automatically recognize the adapter and prompt you for the appropriate
drivers. Click the [Next >] button to begin the installation.
Step 2: Insert the Driver CD and select the [Search for a suitable driver...] option. Then click [Next
>].
Step 3: Clear all checkboxes except for [Specify a location]. Then click [Next >].
Step 4: You will then be prompted to enter the location of the drivers. This should
be ?:\SMC9452\WIN2000. (Note: The ? equals the letter of your CD-ROM drive. In most cases, this
is D.) Then click [OK]. You can also click [Browse] and browse to the location of the drivers on the
CD for further verification.
Step 5: The system should find the drivers. Click the [Next >] button to continue the installation.
(Note: If the system could not find the drivers, click the [< Back] button, and select the [Display a
list of the known drivers...] option. Select [Network Adapters] from the list of devices, press [Have
Disk] and once again browse to the location of the drivers)
Step 6: You have now completed the driver installation. Click [Finish] to initialize the adapter.

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Windows XP
Step 1: After you have inserted the SMC9452TX-1 PCI Card in your machine and turned it back on,
the Operating System will automatically recognize and install the adapter using the drivers built-into
Windows XP. If you wish to upgrade to the latest drivers available on the CD-ROM, please continue
and read the directions below.
Step 2: Click [Start] and click [Control Panel]. Then click the [Performance and Maintenance] icon
and select [System]. Click the [Hardware] tab and click [Device Manager]. Then double-click the
ethernet adapter. (Note: If the adapter was not installed properly, you may see "PCI Ethernet
Controller" instead. Double-click on that device.)

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