ZNYX ZX370 Series User manual

ZX370 SERIES USER GUIDE
Fast Ethernet Adapter for PCI Systems (PCI)
ZX 374 (pictured)

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ZNYX Networks
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Fremont, CA 94538 USA
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Web site: www.znyx.com
ZX370 Series User Guide
Document # DC0127-02
January 28, 2002
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WELCOME!
Thank you for choosing the ZX370 Series PCI Fast Ethernet Adapter. Each adapter is
equipped with the following features:
• short form PCI card design
• 64 bit, 66 MHz PCI bus
support
• two or four 10/100 Mbps
port models available
• link and dual diagnostic LEDs
• optional boot ROM capability
ZX370 Series Models
Model Description cPCI Slot
ZX372 Two channel 10/100 Mbps ports
with separate IEEE Auto
Negotiation
64 or 32 bit PCI slot
ZX374 Four channel version of above 64 or 32 bit PCI slot
Getting Started
You will find the ZX370 series are simple to install and configure. This document will help
you complete the hardware installation process. Troubleshooting and diagnostic sections are
also included. There are two basic steps required before you can begin using the adapter:
Step 1. Install the hardware (follow the instructions in this manual)
Step 2. Install the software driver (download from the ZNYX web site).
ZX374

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About this Manual
This manual includes the installation, troubleshooting, and reference data for the ZX370
Series Ethernet adapter. See the ZNYX Networks data sheet for product specifications.
All documentation for ZNYX Networks products, including data sheets, release notes and
user guides are available for downloading from the ZNYX Networks web site
(http://www.znyx.com). Documentation files are supplied in PDF format so your system
requires Adobe Acrobat Reader to open and read the documentation.
For help configuring a driver, download the applicable driver user guide.
Driver Installation
After you have successfully secured your adapter to the system, you can begin installing and
configuring the driver (see separate documentation). All Ethernet cables should be attached.
See the Hardware Installation section in this manual for further cable requirements.
Download the specific driver and applicable release notes for your system from the ZNYX
Networks web site (www.znyx.com).
Technical Support
If you have difficulty downloading the driver for your system, or need further assistance after
reading this user manual, the ZNYX Networks professional technical support team is
available to answer your questions. Contact us at:
Telephone: [phone] or [phone]
Fax: [phone]
Email: [e-mail]
Web site: www.znyx.com

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HARDWARE INSTALLATION
You can easily install your ZX370 Series Adapter into an open PCI slot in your system. Refer
to your system documentation if necessary.
Installing the ZX370 Series Ethernet Adapter
This procedure includes the steps required for installing the adapter.
Preparing for the Install
• Power off your system.
• Discharge any static electricity from your body by touching the metal chassis, or
by using an anti-static wrist strap. If you do not have a ground strap, maintain
physical contact with the case to maintain the same electrical potential with the
system.
• Remove your PC system cover following the manufacturer’s instructions.
Installing the Adapter
1. Insert the adapter into an available 64 or 32-bit PCI slot.
2. Secure the retention screw through the adapter faceplate and tighten.
3. Replace the system cover.
System-specific Requirements
The host computer system should automatically assign all system resources, such as I/O
addresses and interrupt lines (IRQ).
LAN Cable Connection
The LAN cable must be properly attached to a functioning network for the adapter to operate.
Each 100Base TX port requires a Category 5 cable.
Connecting to the Network
You can use one of two types of cable attachments. Each requires using a different type of
cable (see table below).
Cable Type Other End of Connection Notes
Straight Hub or switch with the MDI-
X connection. Do not plug into a port marked “uplink”or MDI. Some hubs and
switches provide a few ports with
selections to make them type MDI for
uplinks and daisy-chaining.
Crossover (or
Null) Directly to another PC network adapter. Direct PC to PC connections without an intervening hub or switch.

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TROUBLESHOOTING
All ZNYX Networks adapters support Plug-and-Play functionality. If you have a Plug-and-
Play system, your card will configure itself automatically. If your operating system does not
discover the board, you can verify that your adapter is property configured by running the
ZNYX DOS-based diagnostics program.
Running DOS Diagnostics
DOS-based diagnostic programs are available from the ZNYX Networks web site
(www.znyx.com) to troubleshoot hardware problems. If you believe you have a hardware
problem, follow the testing procedure below.
Testing ZX370 Adapters in DOS
1. Download the diagnostic program (i.e., DIAG374.exe) from the ZNYX web site.
2. Run the diagnostic program in DOS as follows:
• Enter the following command:
>DIAG374 LIST
• Verify that a list similar to the example for a ZX374 below is displayed.
Your card is automatically configured if four (or two for the ZX372) Ethernet-type
devices are listed.
The Note column must indicate four (or two) devices are for the ZX370. Each device
should have an IRQ (interrupt line), bus value, and a unique device number.
3. Write down the bus and device numbers for testing each adapter channel (see the
Testing Each Adapter Channel section).
ZX374
lists four
(4) devices
ZX372
lists two
(2) devices

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Testing Each Adapter Channel
Test the connection for each adapter channel by running the ZNYX program,
DIAG374.exe (download from the ZNYX web site) for each bus and device number.
1. Enter the following command, in DOS, for each device number:
>DIAG374 (bus number) (device number)
Example: You have a ZX374 adapter with a bus number of 2 and the device numbers
are 4, 5, 6 and 7. You can test each channel connection by entering the following:
>DIAG374 2 4
>DIAG374 2 5
>DIAG374 2 6
>DIAG374 2 7
2. If the DIAG374 program displays the following successful message for each device,
you are ready to download and install the driver (see separate documentation).
Diagnostics successfully completed.
Troubleshooting Tips
For all operating systems, if you experience installation difficulties, check the following:
• Check that the board is securely seated in the slot.
• Refer to the operating system-specific documentation to evaluate any error
messages or logs after the driver is loaded.
• Note the LED light activity (see the LED Reference Key section).

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LED Reference Key
The table below references the LED activity of the ZX370 Series.
Each port on the ZX374 is linked to an LED so you know immediately if the port has an
established link (green) and it is transmitting or receiving data (amber).
NOTE In most cases, the driver must be properly loaded and configured to bring up
the link.
Label Color Function
Ext_ft Red ON indicates a failure external to the adapter-
inability to establish link on a configured port, or
another connectivity problem external to the
adapter.
Int_ft
Red ON indicates a failure of the internal tests.
Operational Green ON indicates driver loaded and board has passed
internal tests.
Power Green ON indicates the power source is active.
1,2,3,4
Tri-color Port
LEDs
Green
Amber
White
Indicates a link is established for the corresponding
port.
Indicates the corresponding port is active and either
receiving or transmitting.
Indicates the corresponding port is not linked or
active.

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APPENDIX A: LEGAL NOTICES AND CERTIFICATION
FCC Class A Notice: ZX370 SERIES
Modification to this product not authorized by ZNYX Networks could void the FCC approval
and negate your authority to operate the product.
This equipment has been tested and found to comply 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 against harmful interference in a commercial environment. This equipment
generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if it is not installed and used in
accordance with the instruction manual, may cause harmful interference to radio
communications. Operation of this equipment in a residential area is likely to cause harmful
interference in which case the user will be required to correct the interference at his expense.
Canada Compliance:
This Class A digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003.
Cet appareil numeriqué de la classe A est conforme à la norme NMB-003 du Canada.
CE Conformity:
The ZX370 Series is in compliance with the following standards:
EN55022 (1998) Class A
EN55024 (1998)
EN61000-4-11 (1995)
EN60950 (1992) + Amendments 1,2,3,4, and 11
THIS ADAPTER CARD IS FOR USE ONLY WITH PCI BUS, OR UL LISTED
PERSONAL COMPUTER SYSTEMS THAT HAVE ENCLOSED POWER SUPPLIES
WITH SELV OUTPUTS AND INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS DETAILING USER
INSTALLATION OF CARD CAGE ACCESSORIES.
Manufacturer Name: ZNYX Networks
Manufacturer Address: 48421 Milmont Drive,
Fremont, CA 94538

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Warranty
ZNYX Networks warrants to the original purchaser of any ZNYX Networks product that it is
to be free from defects in workmanship and materials, under normal use and service, for a
period of one year from the date of purchase from ZNYX Networks or its authorized dealer.
In order for this warranty to be valid, this hardware product must remain in its original system
and be registered with ZNYX Networks within one year of purchase. ZNYX Networks
warrants to the original purchaser of this hardware product that it is to be in good working
order for a period of twelve (12) months from the date of purchase from ZNYX Networks or
an authorized dealer.
Should this product, in ZNYX Network's opinion, malfunction during the applicable warranty
period, ZNYX Networks will, at its expense, repair the defective product or part or, at its
option, deliver to the Customer an equivalent product or part to replace the defective item. To
prevent damage in transport, the Customer must return the product in its original packaging
or, if this is not available, other protective packaging approved in advance by ZNYX
Networks. All returned products will become the property of ZNYX Networks. At ZNYX
Network's option, replacement parts may be new or reconditioned. Any replaced product or
part has a ninety (90) day warranty or the remainder of the initial warranty period, whichever
is longer.