StarTech.com EC1000BT User manual

ExpressCard Network Card
EC1000BT Instruction Manual
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10/100/1000 Mbps ExpressCard Network Card

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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 the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio
communications. However, there is no guarantee that 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 or relocate 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.
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Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1
Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1
Before You Begin . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1
System Requirements . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1
Contents . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1
Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2
Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3
Technical Support . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3
Warranty Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3
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Thank you for purchasing a StarTech.com ExpressCard network card. This card features
support full or half-duplex operation, and offers 10/100/1000Mbps automatic negotiation,
to ensure optimum performance and reduce network bottlenecks.
• 10/100/1000 Mbps automatic negotiation
• Auto crossover cable detection
• Full and half duplex supported, IEEE 802.3x
• Standards supported: IEEE 802.2, 802.3u, 802.3ab, 802.1Q
• Supports Windows 2000, XP, and XP-64 bit (and later)
System Requirements
• An available ExpressCard slot
• Windows 2000/XP/XP 64-bit OS
Contents
This package should contain:
• ExpressCard Network Card (1)
• Quick Install Guide (1)
• Installation CD (1)

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1. With the notebook PC powered on and fully booted, insert the ExpressCard into an
available ExpressCard slot on your notebook PC.
2. This will launch the Add New Hardware Wizard which will guide you through the
installation process. On the first screen, click Next to continue. On the screen that
follows, select Install from a list or specific location (Advanced) and click Next to
proceed.
3. Select Include this location in the search, then click Browse to specify the driver
location (D:\Agere\ET1310\Windows, where D is the designated CD/DVD-ROM drive
assignment) and click Next to continue.
4. Click Next to continue, and click Finish to complete the installation.
5. To verify that installation has completed successfully, right-click on My Computer and
choose Manage. Select Device Manager and double click Network Adapters, where
you will notice a listing for your newly installed card.
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Bus Type ExpressCard
Connectors 1 x RJ-45 Female
Maximum Data Transfer Rate 1000 Mbps (2000 Mbps in full duplex mode)
Chipset Agere ET1310 Series
Operating Systems supported Windows 2000/XP/XP 64-bit
Certifications (Regulatory and other) FCC (Class B), CE, WEEE, RoHS
Dimensions 113 x 34 x 12.5mm (4.45 x 1.34 x 0.5”)
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StarTech.com’s lifetime technical support is an integral part of our commitment to provide
industry-leading solutions. If you ever need help with your product, visit
www.startech.com/support and access our comprehensive selection of online tools,
documentation, and downloads.
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This product is backed by a lifetime warranty. In addition, StarTech.com warrants its
products against defects in materials and workmanship for the periods noted, following
the initial date of purchase. During this period, the products may be returned for repair, or
replacement with equivalent products at our discretion. The warranty covers parts and
labor costs only. StarTech.com does not warrant its products from defects or damages
arising from misuse, abuse, alteration, or normal wear and tear.
Limitation of Liability
In no event shall the liability of StarTech.com Ltd. and StarTech.com USA LLP (or their
officers, directors, employees or agents) for any damages (whether direct or indirect,
special, punitive, incidental, consequential, or otherwise), loss of profits, loss of business,
or any pecuniary loss, arising out of or related to the use of the product exceed the
actual price paid for the product. Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of
incidental or consequential damages. If such laws apply, the limitations or exclusions
contained in this statement may not apply to you.

Revised: 11 January 2007 (Rev. A)
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