StarTech.com ST1000SPEX User manual

Manual Revision: 06/17/2011
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ST1000SPEX
1 Port PCI Express Gigabit Ethernet NIC Network Adapter 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
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Table of Contents
Installation...................................................................................................................................................1
Package Contents ..........................................................................................................................1
System Requirements..................................................................................................................1
Hardware Installation...................................................................................................................1
Driver Installation ...........................................................................................................................2
Verifying Driver Installation ......................................................................................................2
Networking Settings ............................................................................................................................2
How to Congure 10/100/1000Mbps Ethernet Structure....................................2
Troubleshooting......................................................................................................................................2-3
Specications ............................................................................................................................................3
Technical Support ..................................................................................................................................4
Warranty Information..........................................................................................................................4

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Installation
Package Contents
1 x Driver CD
1 x Gigabit Ethernet Card
1 x Low Prole Bracket
1 x Manual
System Requirements
Windows® 2000/XP/Server 2003/Vista/7 32, 64-bit
PCI Express-enabled system with an available PCI Express slot CAT5/CAT5E/CAT6 UTP/STP cable
Hardware Installation
To connect the ST1000SPEX to the computer motherboard:
1. Shut down all power connected to the computer, as well as all devices connected to the
computer peripherally (i.e. Printers, Monitors, Scanners etc.). As an added step to ensure safe
installation, unplug the power supply from the power outlet.
2. Remove the computer cover. For more detailed in2. struction on how to perform this
step, please refer to the documentation that was included with your computer at the time of
purchase.
3. Locate an empty PCI Express (x1) slot, removing the metal bracket covering the
corresponding port/socket located at the back of the computer case. Please note: This card
will function correctly in extended PCIe slots (e.g. x4, x16) if available.
4. Position the card above the open PCI Express slot, ensuring that the card is aligned with the
entire slot. Insert the card rmly into the slot, distributing force evenly across the length of
the board. Once inserted, secure the card into the adjoining socket (previously covered by
metal bracket), using the correct size screw (please consult documentation that accompanied
the purchase of your computer).
5. Replace the computer cover.
6. If unplugged, plug computer and all peripherals back in to power source. Turn your computer
on.Driver Installation
Windows® 2000/XP/Server 2003
1. When the Found New Hardware Wizard window pops up, please click the“Cancel”
button to cancel the driver installation for the device at this moment. The driver will be
installed in the next step.
2. Please insert the included driver CD into your CD-ROM Drive.
3. From the Start Bar, click Run.

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4. Type D:\PCIe\LAN\setup.exe, then click OK. (Change D:\ to match your CD-ROM drive
letter)
5. Follow the on-screen instructions to complete the installation.
6. Restart Windows to nalize the installation.
Windows® Vista/7
1. Please insert the included driver CD into your CD-ROM Drive.
2. From the Start Bar, click Run.
3. Type D:\PCIe\LAN\Vista\setup.exe, then click OK. (Change D:\ to match your CD-ROM
drive letter)
4. Follow the on-screen instructions to complete the installation.
5. Restart Windows to nalize the installation.
Verifying Driver Installation
Navigate to the Windows Control Panel and click on System Properties, then the “Device
Manager” tab. You should see a “Realtek RTL8168/8111 PCI-E Gigabit Ethernet NIC
(Windows® 2000/XP/Server2003” or Realtek RTL8168/8111 Family PCI-E Gigabit Ethernet
NIC (NDIS 6.0) (Windows® Vista)” installed under “Network adapters” item.
Networking Settings
Click “Network Connection” in the Control Panel to set your network settings.
1. Right-click the Local Area Connection used by the ST1000SPEX, then select “Properties”
from the pop-up menu.
2. Double-click the “Internet Protocol (TCP/IP)”item to change network settings.
3. You can arm the network status by right-clicking the Local Area Connection used by
the ST1000SPEX, then selecting “Status” from the pop-up menu.
How to Congure 10/100/1000Mbps Ethernet Structure
Connect to your 10/100/1000Mbps Ethernet connection over unshielded twisted pair
(UTP) cable. The ST1000SPEX will automatically operate on either speed without manual
reconguration.
Troubleshooting
The computer is not detecting the ST1000SPEX.
1. Make sure that the ST1000SPEX is correctly inserted into the PCI Express slot; if not,
turn o the computer and plug it again.
2. If the ST1000SPEX is plugged in correctly, see if the golden connectors on the card are
clean; if not, clean the connector surface.

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3. If the ST1000SPEX is still not recognized, please change to another PCI Express slot on
your motherboard.
4. Please upgrade your motherboard BIOS to the latest version.
5. The card itself might be defective. You can try testing the ST1000SPEX on another
motherboard.
Computer failed to start after inserting Gigabit Ethernet PCI Express Card.
Turn o the computer, remove the ST1000SPEX, and try to restart the computer. If the
computer starts successfully, it means that this card has not been inserted into the PCI
Express slot correctly. Please insert the card rmly into the PCI Express slot or try another slot.
How to deal with an exclamation point icon on the Ethernet Host controller.
1. Please shutdown your computer and move the card to another available slot, then
re-install the ST1000SPEX drivers again.
2. This icon usually means that there is a resource conict between the ST1000SPEX and
another card in your system. Please move the card to another available slot and restart
your computer. Windows will then re-congure itself and re-assign resources. Check
your device manager again. If the exclamation point is still there, repeat the process
until it no longer appears.
The card is not operating at Gigabit Ethernet transfer speeds.
1. Please arm your Ethernet environment supports Gigabit structure.
2. Please use CAT6 UTP/STP cable.
Specications
Bus Type PCI Express
Full Duplex Support Yes
LED Indicators 2 X 100 Link/Active LED (Green) Gigabit Link/Active LED (Green)
Maximum Data Transfer Rate 2.5 Gbps
Number of Ports 1
Auto MDIX Yes
Chipset Realtek RTL8111DL

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Technical Support
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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.
Warranty Information
This product is backed by a two year 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.
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ocers, directors, employees or agents) for any damages (whether direct or indirect,
special, punitive, incidental, consequential, or otherwise), loss of prots, 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.

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