TP-Link TF-3200 User manual

User Guide
TF-3200
10/100M PCI Network Adapter
Rev:1.0.0
7106500752

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from TP-LINK TECHNOLOGIES CO., LTD. Copyright © 2009
TP-LINK TECHNOLOGIES CO., LTD. All rights reserved.
http://www.tp-link.com

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FCC 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 pro-vide reasonable
protection against harmful interference in a residential
installation. This equipment generates, uses and can radiate
radio frequency energy and, if not in-stalled 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:
¾Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
¾Increase the separation between the equipment and
receiver.
¾Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different
from that to which the receiver is connected.
¾Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/ TV technician
for help.
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation
is subject to the following two conditions:
1) This device may not cause harmful interference.

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2) This device must accept any interference received, including
interference that may cause undesired operation.
Any changes or modifications not expressly approved by the
party responsible for compliance could void the user’s authority
to operate the equipment.
CE Mark Warning
This is a Class B product. In a domestic environment, this
product may cause radio interference, in which case the user
may be required to take adequate measures.

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Package Contents
The following contents should be found in your package:
¾OneTF-3200 10/100M PCI Network Adapter
¾One resource drivers CD for TF-3200
¾The other helpful information
Note:
Make sure that the package contains the above items. If any of
the listed items are damaged or missing, please contact with
your distributor.
Safety Notices
Do not use this product near water, for example, in a wet
basement or near a swimming pool. Avoid using this product
during an electrical storm. There may be a remote risk of electric
shock from lightning.

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Chapter 1 Introduction
1.1 Overview of the product
The TF-3200 10/100M PCI Network Adapter is a highly
integrated and cost-effective Fast Ethernet Adapter that provides
32-bit performance, PCI bus controller, and full compliance with
IEEE 802.3 10Base-T, IEEE 802.3u 100Base-TX specifications
and IEEE 802.3x Full Duplex Flow.
The TF-3200 keeps low cost and eliminates usage barriers. It is
the easiest way to upgrade a network from 10 to 100Mbps.
Supports both 10Mbps and 100Mbps network speed both in
Half-Duplex and Full-Duplex transfer modes, using
Auto-Negotiation technology to detect the network speed. It also
can be widely used in most modern Operating System.
1.2 Features
¾Comply with IEEE 802.3 10Base-T and IEEE 802.3u
100Base-TX Ethernet standard
¾Compliant to PCI Revision 2.1/2.2
¾PCI local bus single-chip Ethernet controller
¾Supports auto MDI-MDIX Function
¾Supports ACPI, PCI power management
¾Supports Full Duplex Flow Control (IEEE 802.3x)
¾Full duplex design to double the performance
¾Supports Auto-Negotiation function
¾Supports ODI driver for NetWare 4.x, 5.x, NDIS driver for
Microsoft Windows 98SE, Windows 2000, Windows XP,
Windows Vista, etc
1.3 LED Status

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The green LED indicates if the 10 or 100Mbps STP/UTP has
been link or not. When the LED radiate, it indicates the adapter
connect to the network at 10/100Mbps speed. Otherwise, it
indicates connection is not available. When the LED glitter, it
means the STP/UTP port is receiving or transmitting data.
Chapter 2 Installation Guide
2.1 Hardware Installation
To install the adapter, follow these steps listed below:
1. Turn off your computer and unplug the power cord and all
cables.
2. Remove your computer’s case cover. See your computer’s
user guide for information about removing the cover.
3. Locate an available PCI slot. PCI slot are usually white.
4. Remove the screw that secures the backplate (the small
piece of metal that covers the opening for PCI card on the
back panel of your computer), then remove the backplate.
5. Carefully insert the adapter into the PCI slot. Do not touch
the metal connector on the adapter.
6. Secure the adapter to the case using the screw you
removed from the backplate.
7. Reinstall your computer’s case cover.
8. Plug in the power cord and other cables, and then turn on
your computer.
2.2 Driver Installation
Use the drivers supplied by the diskette included in the product.
For detail description, please refer to "readme.txt" according to
the corresponding OS.

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Appendix A Specifications
Normal
Interface 32-bit PCI interface
Standards IEEE 802.3 10Base-T, IEEE 802.3u
100Base-TX
Software
ODI driver for NetWare 4.x, 5.x,
NDIS driver for Microsoft Windows
98SE, Windows 2000, Windows XP,
Windows Vista, etc
Transmission Rate 10Mbps, or 20Mbps. 100Mbps or
200Mbps
Hardware IBM PC compatibles(it must have
PCI slot)
Connector Supported RJ45
IRQ Line Assigned by system
Topology Star
I/O Address Assigned by system
Environmental and Physical
Operating Temp 0℃~40℃(32℉~104℉)
Storage Temp -40℃~70℃(-40℉~158℉)
Operating Humidity 10% ~90%, Non-condensing
Storage Humidity 5%~95%, Non-condensing