StarTech.com ST1000SPEXD3 User manual

Manual Revision: 03/13/2013
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ST1000SPEXD3
2 Port PCI Express Gigabit Ethernet
Network Card
*actual product may vary from photos

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FCC Compliance Statement
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 o 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 dierent from that to which the receiver
is connected.
• Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.
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Table of Contents
Introduction ............................................................................................1
Packaging Contents ................................................................................................................................. 1
System Requirements .............................................................................................................................. 1
Installation ..............................................................................................2
Hardware Installation .............................................................................................................................. 2
Driver Installation ...................................................................................................................................... 2
Specications ..........................................................................................4
Technical Support ..................................................................................5
Warranty Information ............................................................................5

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Introduction
Packaging Contents
• 1 x PCI Express Network Card
• 1 x Low Prole Bracket
• 1 x Driver CD
• 1 x Instruction Manual
System Requirements
• An available full/low prole PCI Express expansion slot
• Windows® 8 (32/64bit), 7 (32/64), Vista(32/64), XP(32/64), 2000, Windows® Server
2008 R2, 2003(32/64), Mac OS 10.4 - 10.8, Linux

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Installation
WARNING! PCI Express cards, like all computer equipment, can be severely damaged
by static electricity. Be sure that you are properly grounded before opening your
computer case or touching your PCI Express card. StarTech.com recommends that you
wear an anti-static strap when installing any computer component. If an anti-static
strap is unavailable, discharge yourself of any static electricity build-up by touching a
large grounded metal surface (such as the computer case) for several seconds. Also be
careful to handle the PCI Express card by its edges and not the gold connectors.
Hardware Installation
1. Turn your computer o and any peripherals connected to the computer (i.e. Printers,
external hard drives, etc.). Unplug the power cable from the rear of the power
supply on the back of the computer and disconnect all peripheral devices.
2. Remove the cover from the computer case. See documentation for your computer
system for details.
3. Locate an open PCI Express slot and remove the metal cover plate on the rear of the
computer case (Refer to documentation for your computer system for details.). Note
that this card will work in PCI Express slots of additional lanes (i.e. x4, x8 or x16 slots).
4. Insert the card into the open PCI Express slot and fasten the bracket to the rear of
the case.
NOTE: If installing the card into a low prole desktop system, replacing the pre-
installed standard prole bracket with the included low prole (half height) installation
bracket may be necessary.
5. Place the cover back onto the computer case.
6. Insert the power cable into the socket on the power supply and reconnect all other
connectors removed in Step 1.
Driver Installation
1. Upon starting Windows, if the “Found New Hardware” wizard appears on the screen,
cancel/close the window and insert the included Driver CD into the computer’s CD/
DVD drive.
2. AutoPlay should automatically launch and display all of the folders on the CD or
prompt you to view les. If not, open “My Computer” and double-click on the CD/
DVD drive.

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3. Enter the folder “LAN”, then “Realtek”, then “RealtekRTL8111B_8111C_8111E”,
followed by your operating system version and double-click the “Setup.exe” le in
that folder.
4. This should launch the driver Installation wizard. Continue through the wizard and
once complete, all the necessary drivers will be installed.
Windows Vista/7/8/Server 2008 R2
1. Upon starting Windows, if the “Found New Hardware” wizard appears on the screen,
cancel/close the window or choose not to install the drivers and insert the included
Driver CD into the computer’s CD/DVD drive.
2. AutoPlay should automatically launch and display all of the folders on the CD or
prompt you to browse the les. If not, open “Computer” and double-click on the
CD/DVD.
3. Enter the folder “LAN”, then “Realtek”, then “RealtekRTL8111B_8111C_8111E”,
followed by your operating system version and double-click the “Setup.exe” le in
that folder.
4. This should launch the driver Installation wizard. Continue through the wizard and
once complete, all the necessary drivers will be installed.

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Specications
Host Interface PCI Express revision 2.0
(x1 slot connector)
Form Factor Full Prole bracket installed, Low
Prole included
Chipset ID Realtek RTL8111E & PLX PEX8608
Maximum Data Transfer Rate 2000 Mbps (full-duplex), 1000 Mbps
(half-duplex)
Storage Temperature -20°C ~ 85°C (-4°F ~ 185°F)
Humidity 5% ~ 95% RH
Dimensions 88mm x 64mm
Compatible Operating Systems
Windows 2000/XP/Server 2003/Vista/
Server 2008 R2/7 (32/64-bit)/
8 (32/64-bit)
Mac OS 10.4-10.8, Linux kernel 2.4.x,
SCO OpenServer 5.0.7/6

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Technical Support
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.
For the latest drivers/software, please visit www.startech.com/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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