Installation guide

Troubleshooting
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For the
AT-2916T,
AT-2970, and
AT-2971 Series
Diagnostics Program
The network adapter can be tested with the supplied diagnostics
program (running DOS). The diagnostics program run offline, for
example, normal operation of the network adapter can not be
maintained. During testing the link of the tested port will be down, for
example, no data can be transferred. The following test are available:
❑ Simple test without loopback
This test covers all components but not the port (socket including
components for transmitting/receiving the data signals).
❑ Comprehensive port test with loopback
All components are tested, including the port.
Note
The tests do not run in a Windows DOS box.
The location of the diagnostic file on the CardAssistant CD is:
Loopback Test for Fiber Adapters
To perform the loopback test on fiber adapters, you will need a loopback
connector. Refer to Figure 95 below.
Figure 95 Setup for Loopback Testing
Be sure to observe the Translated Safety and Emission Information on
page 135.
Adapter Card Driver Location
AT-2916T, AT-2970, AT-2971
Series
\drivers\at2971_16\diag\diagGE.exe