SMC Networks EtherPower II 1000 User manual

User Guide
SMC9462SX
EtherPower II 1000
1000 Mbps Gigabit Ethernet
PCI Network Card
u High performance for instant access to network resources
u Conforms to IEEE 802.3z 1000BASE-SX
u Supports PCI 32- and 64-bit bus-master architectures
u Full-duplex operation for up to 2 Gbps of bandwidth
u Support for VLAN tagging with eight levels of priority
u IP, TCP and UDP checksum off-loading capability
reduces CPU overhead

EtherPower II 1000
User Guide
From SMC’s Tiger line of feature-rich workgroup LAN solutions
June 1999
Pub. # 150017-102 R01
6 Hughes
Irvine, CA 92618
Phone: [phone]

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 © 1999 by
SMC Networks, Inc.
6 Hughes, Irvine, California
All rights reserved. Printed in Taiwan
Trademarks:
SMC is a registered trademark; and EtherPower and SuperDisk are trademarks of SMC
Networks, Inc. Other product and company names are trademarks or registered trademarks
of their respective holders.

Limited Warranty
HARDWARE: SMC Networks, Inc. (“SMC”) warrants its EtherPower II
1000 Network Cards to be free from defects in workmanship and materials,
under normal use and service, for the following lengths of time from the
date of purchase from SMC or its Authorized Reseller:
EtherPower II 1000 Network Cards ......................................... Limited Lifetime
Driver Software ......................................................................................... 90 days
If a product does not operate as warranted during the applicable warranty
period, SMC shall, at its option and expense, repair the defective product or
part, deliver to Customer an equivalent product or part to replace the
defective item, or refund the purchase price paid for the defective product.
All products that are replaced will become the property of SMC. Replace-
ment products may be new or reconditioned. Any replaced or repaired
product or part has a ninety (90) day warranty or the remainder of the
initial warranty period, whichever is longer.
SMC shall not be responsible for any custom software or firmware, config-
uration information, or memory data of Customer contained in, stored on, or
integrated with any products returned to SMC pursuant to any warranty.
LIMITED LIFETIME: EtherPower II 1000 Network Cards have a standard
three-year warranty. If you wish to extend your three-year warranty on
these cards to a lifetime warranty, please complete and return the enclosed
product registration card within 90 days of purchase from SMC or its Author-
ized Reseller. Failure to complete and return this card does not affect the
standard three-year warranty. After registration, any defective EtherPower
10/100 Network Cards will be repaired or replaced at SMC’s option.
SOFTWARE: SMC warrants that the software programs licensed from it will
perform in substantial conformance to the program specifications for a period
of ninety (90) days from the date of purchase from SMC or its Authorized
Reseller. SMC warrants the magnetic media containing software against
failure during the warranty period. No updates are provided. SMC’s sole
obligation hereunder shall be (at SMC’s discretion) to refund the purchase
price paid by Customer for any defective software products or to replace
any defective media with software which substantially conform to SMC’s
applicable published specifications. Customer assumes responsibility for the
selection of the appropriate applications program and associated reference
materials. SMC makes no warranty that its software products will work in
combination with any hardware or applications software products provided
by third parties, that the operation of the software products will be
uninterrupted or error free, or that all defects in the software products will
be corrected. For any third party products listed in the SMC software
product documentation or specifications as being compatible, SMC will make
reasonable efforts to provide compatibility, except where the non-
compatibility is caused by “bug” or defect in the third party’s product.
STANDARD WARRANTY SERVICE: Standard warranty service for hardware
products may be obtained by delivering the defective product, accompanied

by a copy of the dated proof of purchase, to SMC’s Service Center or to an
Authorized SMC Service Center during the applicable warranty period.
Standard warranty service for software products may be obtained by
telephoning SMC’s Service Center or an Authorized SMC Service Center.
Products returned to SMC’s Service Center must be pre-authorized by SMC
with a Return Material Authorization (RMA) number marked on the outside
of the package, and sent prepaid, insured, and packaged appropriately for
safe shipment. The repaired or replaced item will be shipped to Customer,
at SMC’s expense, not later than thirty (30) days after receipt by SMC.
WARRANTIES EXCLUSIVE: IF AN SMC PRODUCT DOES NOT OPERATE
AS WARRANTED ABOVE, CUSTOMER’S SOLE REMEDY SHALL BE REPAIR,
REPLACEMENT, OR REFUND OF THE PURCHASE PRICE PAID, AT SMC’S
OPTION. THE FOREGOING WARRANTIES AND REMEDIES ARE EXCLUSIVE
AND ARE IN LIEU OF ALL OTHER WARRANTIES, EXPRESSED OR IMPLIED,
EITHER IN FACT OR BY OPERATION OF LAW, STATUTORY OR
OTHERWISE, INCLUDING WARRANTIES 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 THAT 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 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. NOTHING HEREIN SHALL HAVE THE
EFFECT OF LIMITING OR EXCLUDING SMC’S LIABILITY FOR DEATH OR
PERSONAL INJURY CAUSED BY NEGLIGENCE.
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.
SMC Networks, Inc.
6 Hughes
Irvine, CA 92618
L IMITED W ARRANTY

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TABLE OF CONTENTS
1 Installing the Network Card ............................. 1-1
Introduction .................................................................................1-2
Package Contents ........................................................................1-4
SuperDisk Contents ..................................................................... 1-4
System Requirements ..................................................................1-5
Inserting the Network Card ......................................................... 1-6
PCI Configuration .........................................................................1-8
Connection Guidelines ................................................................1-8
Connecting a Fiber Cable ............................................................1-9
2 Installing Network Drivers ............................... 2-1
Windows NT 4.0 Installation ........................................................ 2-2
Novell NetWare Installation .........................................................2-6
Linux 2.0.35 or Later Installation ................................................ 2-11
Windows 98 Installation .............................................................2-14
Other Installations ......................................................................2-16
Latest Drivers .............................................................................2-16
3 Configuring and Testing the Network Card .... 3-1
Introduction .................................................................................3-2
Network Card Information ...........................................................3-3
Advanced Properties.................................................................... 3-4
VLAN Properties .......................................................................... 3-6
Network Card Diagnostics ........................................................... 3-9
A Troubleshooting ............................................... A-1
PCI Compatibility ........................................................................ A-2
Solutions for Common Problems ................................................ A-4

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T ABLE OF C ONTENTS
B Cables ................................................................. B-1
Cable Specifications .................................................................... B-2
C Specifications ..................................................... C-1
General Specifications ................................................................ C-2
Index

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FCC - Class B
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a
Class B 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 interfer-
ence 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
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 Industry
Canada.
Cet appareil numérique respecte les limites de bruits radioélectriques
applicables aux appareils numériques de Classe B prescrites dans la norme
sur le matérial brouilleur: “Appareils Numériques”, NMB-003 édictée par
l’Industrie.
EN55022 (CISPR-22) - Class B
This unit was tested and found to comply with the Class B limits of EN55022
(CISPR 22) and the immunity requirements of EN50082-1.
EC Conformance Declaration
This information technology product was found to comply with the
requirements of the Low Voltage Directive 73/23/EEC and the EMC
Directive 89/336/EEC and carries the CE Mark accordingly. An EC
Declaration of Conformity was issued for this product by:
SMC (Europe) Limited
1st Floor, Pyramid House, Easthampstead Road,
Bracknell, Berkshire RG12 1NS, United Kingdom
COMPLIANCES

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C OMPLIANCES
Japan VCCI Class B
Australia AS/NZS 3548 (1995) Class B
Australian Contact: SMC Australia
Suite 18, 12 Tryon Road,
Lindfield, NSW 2070
Phone: [phone]
Fax: [phone]
Class I Laser Safety Compliance
Warning: Fiber Optic Port Safety
Never look at the transmit laser while it is powered on. Also, never look
directly at the fiber TX port and fiber cable ends when they are powered
on.
Avertissment: Ports pour fibres optiques - sécurité sur le
plan optique
Ne regardez jamais le laser tant qu'il est sous tension. Ne regardez jamais
directement le port TX (Transmission) à fibres optiques et les embouts de
câbles à fibres optiques tant qu'ils sont sous tension.
Warnhinweis: Faseroptikanschlüsse - Optische Sicherheit
Niemals ein Übertragungslaser betrachten, während dieses eingeschaltet ist.
Niemals direkt auf den Faser-TX-Anschluß und auf die Faserkabelenden
schauen, während diese eingeschaltet sind.

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Wichtige Sicherheitshinweise (Germany)
1. Bitte lesen Sie diese Hinweise sorgfältig durch.
2. Heben Sie diese Anleitung für den späteren Gebrauch auf.
3. Vor jedem Reinigen ist das Gerät vom Stromnetz zu trennen. Verwenden
Sie keine Flüssigoder Aerosolreiniger. Am besten eignet sich ein
angefeuchtetes Tuch zur Reinigung.
4. Die Netzanschlu ßsteckdose soll nahe dem Gerät angebracht und leicht
zugänglich sein.
5. Das Gerät ist vor Feuchtigkeit zu schützen.
6. Bei der Aufstellung des Gerätes ist auf sicheren Stand zu achten. Ein
Kippen oder Fallen könnte Beschädigungen hervorrufen.
7. Die Belüftungsöffnungen dienen der Luftzirkulation, die das Gerät vor
Überhitzung schützt. Sorgen Sie dafür, daß diese Öffnungen nicht
abgedeckt werden.
8. Beachten Sie beim Anschluß an das Stromnetz die Anschlußwerte.
9. Verlegen Sie die Netzanschlußleitung so, daß niemand darüber fallen
kann. Es sollte auch nichts auf der Leitung abgestellt werden.
10. Alle Hinweise und Warnungen, die sich am Gerät befinden, sind zu
beachten.
11. Wird das Gerät über einen längeren Zeitraum nicht benutzt, sollten Sie
es vom Stromnetz trennen. Somit wird im Falle einer Überspannung eine
Beschädigung vermieden.
12. Durch die Lüftungsöffnungen dürfen niemals Gegenstände oder
Flüssigkeiten in das Gerät gelangen. Dies könnte einen Brand bzw.
elektrischen Schlag auslösen.
13. Öffnen sie niemals das Gerät. Das Gerät darf aus Gründen der
elektrischen Sicherheit nur von authorisiertem Servicepersonal geöffnet
werden.
14. Wenn folgende Situationen auftreten ist das Gerät vom Stromnetz zu
trennen und von einer qualifizierten Servicestelle zu überprüfen:
a. Netzkabel oder Netzstecker sind beschädigt.
b. Flüssigkeit ist in das Gerät eingedrungen.
c. Das Gerät war Feuchtigkeit ausgesetzt.
d. Wenn das Gerät nicht der Bedienungsanleitung entsprechend
funktioniert oder Sie mit Hilfe dieser Anleitung keine Verbesserung
erzielen.
e. Das Gerät ist gefallen und/oder das Gehäuse ist beschädigt.
f. Wenn das Gerät deutliche Anzeichen eines Defektes aufweist.
C OMPLIANCES

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C OMPLIANCES
15. Zum Netzanschluß dieses Gerätes ist eine geprüfte Leitung zu
verwenden. Für einen Nennstrom bis 6A und einem Gerätegewicht
größer 3kg ist eine Leitung nicht leichter als H05VV-F, 3G, 0.75mm2
einzusetzen.
Der arbeitsplatzbezogene Schalldruckpegel nach DIN 45 635 Teil 1000
beträgt 70dB(A) oder weniger.

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CHAPTER 1
INSTALLING THE NETWORK CARD
Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-2
Hardware Description . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-2
LED Indicators . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-3
Package Contents . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-4
SuperDisk Contents . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-4
System Requirements . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-5
Inserting the Network Card . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-6
PCI Configuration . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-8
Connection Guidelines . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-8
Connecting a Fiber Cable . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-9

1-2
INSTALLING THE NETWORK CARD
Introduction
SMC’s EtherPower™ II 1000 network interface card is a Gigabit
Ethernet card for PCI local bus compliant computers. Operating
under the 1000BASE-SX short-wavelength laser specification, this
adapter provides up to ten times the bandwidth of Fast Ethernet
over multimode fiber links. A true plug-and-play device, this card is
auto-configurable upon power up and supports advanced features
such as VLAN tagging, QoS priority queuing, and full-duplex flow
control. Leading-edge ASIC technology and performance-
enhancing techniques maximize throughput and minimize CPU
utilization. The result is a network card that delivers the
performance and reliability demanded by today’s high-end servers
and workstations.
Hardware Description
The EtherPower II 1000 is a Gigabit Ethernet network card
designed for 32-bit and 64-bit PCI-bus computers. The SC fiber
connector enables the network card to support 1000 Mbps
transmissions at half and full duplex over 62.5/125 and 50/125
micron multimode fiber cable.
Figure 1-1. The EtherPower II 1000

1-3
INSTALLING THE NETWORK CARD
LED Indicators
The EtherPower II 1000 network card includes three status LED
indicators. The “LNK,” “FDX” and “ACT” LEDs are grouped
together below the SC fiber port on the card’s bracket. All the LED
indicators are as described in the following figure and table.
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1-4
INSTALLING THE NETWORK CARD
Package Contents
After unpacking the EtherPower II 1000, check the contents of
the box to be sure you’ve received the following components:
u EtherPower II 1000 network card SMC9462SX
u SuperDisk™ network drivers diskette
u This User Guide
u 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
register on SMC’s Web site. The EtherPower II 1000 is covered by
a limited lifetime warranty.
SuperDisk Contents
The SuperDisk contains drivers and other files to make network
card configuration, testing, and driver installation easy.
u RELEASE.HTM—a summary of the contents of the driver
diskette in HTML format for viewing using a Web browser.
u README.TXT—contains basic information and instructions for
installing and using the network card.
u SMCcfg.EXE—the properties page DLL file that includes
configuration and diagnostic utilities under Windows NT 4.0.
u Driver-installation “TXT” files—contain installation instructions
for a particular driver.

1-5
INSTALLING THE NETWORK CARD
System Requirements
Before you install the EtherPower II 1000 card, check your system
for the following requirements:
u A PC and BIOS that support the PCI Local Bus Specification
v2.0 or later
u An available bus-mastering 32-bit or 64-bit PCI slot
u 62.5/125 or 50/125 micron multimode fiber cable (refer to the
tables in Appendix B)
u An IEEE 802.3z-compliant Gigabit Ethernet switch or buffered
repeater installed in your network

1-6
INSTALLING THE NETWORK CARD
Inserting the Network Card
WARNINGS:
• 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.
• Backup your SuperDisk driver diskette and use the copy as the
working diskette to protect the original from accidental
damage.
1. Switch off the computer, unplug the power cord, and remove
the computer’s cover.
2. Select an available 32-bit or 64-bit bus-mastering PCI slot and
remove the cover bracket.
• Use a 64-bit PCI slot if your PC supports this standard.
• If 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.
Note: Some PC motherboard designs may not provide
adequate space behind all 32-bit PCI slots to properly
install the network card.
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.

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INSTALLING THE NETWORK CARD
Figure 1-3. Inserting the Network Card
4. Replace the chassis cover on your PC and power it on.
5. The EtherPower II 1000 card 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.
6. The SMC SuperDisk that accompanies the EtherPower II 1000
contains all the network operating system drivers supported by
this card. Please read the “RELEASE.TXT” file on the diskette
for a list of all drivers. Refer to Chapter 2 in this guide for
instructions on installing drivers. Also, a text file is included
with each driver to detail the proper installation procedure.
Any new or updated drivers can be downloaded from SMC’s
Web site (see the back cover of this guide).

1-8
INSTALLING THE NETWORK CARD
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 computers BIOS Setup
program. For more information, refer to “PCI Compatibility” on
page A-2.
Connection Guidelines
To connect to a 1000BASE-SX Gigabit Ethernet device, use the
SC connector on the network card and 62.5/125 or 50/125 micron
multimode fiber optic cable.
The attached device must be within the distance limitations
specified by the IEEE 802.3z 1000BASE-SX specification. Observe
the following guidelines for 1000BASE-SX operation:
u The maximum length of a fiber segment is 270 meters for
62.5/125 micron cable and 550 meters for 50/125 micron
cable. For additional information on cable lengths, refer to
Appendix B.
u For 1000 Mbps operation, the EtherPower II 1000 card must be
connected to a 1000BASE-SX compliant switch or buffered
repeater.

1-9
INSTALLING THE NETWORK CARD
Connecting a Fiber Cable
Use the following procedure to make an SC connection to the
network. Note that because SC connectors are keyed, they can
only be attached in one orientation.
Caution: This network card uses lasers to transmit signals over
fiber optic cable. The lasers are compliant with the
requirements of a Class 1 Laser Product and are
inherently eye safe in normal operation. However, you
should never look directly at the transmit port when it is
powered on.
1. Remove and keep the SC connector’s rubber cover. When not
connected to a fiber cable, the rubber cover should be
replaced to protect the optics.
2. Connect one end of the cable to the card’s SC connector (see
Figure 2-4) and the other end of the cable to the fiber
connector on the other device.
3. Make certain that the network device you are connecting to is
compliant with IEEE 802.3z 1000BASE-SX.
Figure 2-4. Connecting Fiber Cable