StarTech.com PCIBT User manual

Network Adapter
10-Mbps PCI 10BaseT Ethernet Card
Installation Manual
PCIBT

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General Description
The StarTech 10Mbps PCI Ethernet Card is a network adapter that combines low cost,
reliable performance, and easy Plug and Play installation. It is capable of operating in
full-duplex mode, which doubles its data throughput to 20 Mbps. This network adapter
is fully compliant with industry specifications for 10Mbps twisted-pair
Ethernet networks.
Features
lFully compliant with IEEE 802.3 10BaseT Ethernet specifications.
lSupports full duplex mode to double data transmission rate.
lAutomatic polarity correction for 10BaseT.
lIncludes a built-in 32 kb SRAM buffer to speed data transmission.
lJumperless Plug & Play installation.
lDrivers for: Novell Netware3.x, 4.x, Windows NT3.1, NT3.5, NT4.0, Windows for
workgroups 3.x, Windows 95, 98, 2000, ME, Lantastic 4.x, 5.x, 6.x, SCO UNIX.
System Requirements
1. An IBM-PC compatible computer.
2. One PCI slot.
3. One free IRQ.
4. One of the following operating systems: Windows 95/98, Windows Me,
Windows NT 4.0/2000, MS-DOS/Windows 3.1.
Getting Started
This section is designed to help you prepare the Network Adapter for installation. Please
read through this section carefully before attempting to install the card.
Unpacking the PCIBT
This package should contain:
1 x PCIBT card
1 x driver disk
Installation
Network Adapters, like all computer equipment, are subject to static electricity. Be sure
that you are properly grounded. StarTech.com recommends that you wear an
anti-static strap.
Installing the Card:
1. Make sure your system is unplugged and you are grounded.
2. Remove the cover of your system.
3. Remove the covering plate from a free PCI bay. (a PCI Bay is usually a short white
slot found on the motherboard)
4. Insert the Network Adapter, and make sure it is firmly seated in the slot.
5. Using a #6-32 x 1/4” screw secure the card in place.
6. Put your computer case back on.

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7. Connect to the network using AUI, thin or twisted-pair cables depending on the
connector you are using.
Configuration/Diagnostics
The PCIBT is basically self-configurable and requires no intervention from the user.
There are only 2 items that can be configured: Full/Half duplex, and Boot ROM
enabled/disabled. You can also run diagnostic of the card from the Setup.exe
program provided.
Insert the floppy diskette provided. Prompt the Setup.exe and you will see
the following:
• Auto Configuration
• Manual Setup Configuration
• View current Configuration
• Diagnostic
• Exit
Please follow the easy menu-driven program to configure the card.
Driver Installation
For detailed information, please refer to the document in the diskette provided.
Examples:
1. For NetWare client, please execute the following:
lsl
pciodi
ipxodi
netx or vlm
f:
login username
2. For NetWare server, please execute the following:
load pcisrv
bind ipx pcisrv
load monitor
Boot ROM Installation (Optional)
The PCIBT provides a socket for a remote boot ROM. With a boot ROM, a host computer
can load the operating systems over the network.
1. Plug in the boot ROM to the appropriate position, make sure the direction is correct.
2. Enable the boot ROM function. Please see Setup program for details.

Troubleshooting
Most common factors that cause an adapter to fail are configuration conflicts and cabling
problems. PCI cards shouldn’t have any conflict problems due to plug and play
specification. If there is, check the cable and its connector and/or use the adapter LED
indicators and Diagnostic Program For information on the Diagnostic Program, please
see the Setup program. If the problem persists, call your dealer for help.
LED Indicators
The LEDs help you monitor the network status. Their functions depend on the type of
cable used.
*Link monitors the data link status on the UTP cable. It turns ON when there is data
link, and off when there is a bad connection.
*Activity blinks when there is data transmission/reception.
FCC Warning
This equipment complies 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 when the
equipment is operated in a commercial environment. This equipment generates, uses and
can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used properly, may cause
harmful interference to radio communications. Operation of the equipment in a
residential area is likely to cause harmful interference.
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