Ethernet Network Adapter Installation Guide

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INSTALLATION
Reinsert the screw removed in disassembly and replace the PC
cover. Reattach the power and peripheral cables and turn on the
power for the PC and the peripherals.
2.7 INSTALLING THE E3100 SERIES ADAPTERS
This section contains instructions for preparing and installing
your Cabletron Systems E3100 Series network adapter into your
computer. The only hardware preparation for installing the E3100
Series adapter is the installation of an optional Boot PROM.
2.7.1 Preparing the E3100 Series for Installation
The parameters for the E3100 Series adapters are set when the
Adapter Description File (ADF) is configured. The ADF file
distinguishes the adapter from other boards in the computer. The
ADF will be configured after the adapter is installed.
CAUTION: The adapter is sensitive to static discharges. Hold it by the
corners. Avoid contact with the PC bus edge connector or any of the
components. Failure to observe all static precautions may result in
damage to the adapter.
2.7.2 E3100 Series Boot PROM
The E3100 Series adapters each have a socket for an optional Boot
PROM, which is purchased separately. By installing a Boot
PROM, you can use the adapter to boot up your PC, without a
hard drive, onto a network running for example, the Novell
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NetWare network operating system. The Boot PROM is
configured with the necessary parameters when configuring the
Adapter Description File, as described in Section 2.8. Refer to
Figure 2-9 for the location of the Boot PROM socket. See Boot
PROM installation instructions included in Section 2.5. An E3112
is shown in Figure 2-1.
CAUTION: Observe all precautions when handling the Boot PROM.
Static discharges may damage the Boot PROM.