NC3123 Fast Ethernet Server Adapter User Guide Fourth Edition (June 2007) Part Number 234601-00D Compaq Computer Corporation
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Contents About This Guide Symbols in Text........................................................................................................... v Compaq Technician Notes ......................................................................................... vi Where to Go for Additional Help ............................................................................... vi Compaq Customer Support .......................................................................................
iv Compaq NC3123 Fast Ethernet Server Adapter User Guide Appendix B Electrostatic Discharge Grounding Methods................................................................................................. B-1 Appendix C Specifications NC3123 Fast Ethernet Server Adapter Specifications............................................. C-1 UTP Cable Specifications........................................................................................ C-2 10BASE-T...............................................
About This Guide This user guide can be used for reference when installing a Compaq NC3123 Fast Ethernet Server Adapter. WARNING: To reduce the risk of personal injury from electrical shock and hazardous energy levels, only authorized service technicians should attempt to repair this equipment. Improper repairs could create conditions that are hazardous.
vi Compaq NC3123 Fast Ethernet Server Adapter User Guide Compaq Technician Notes WARNING: Only authorized technicians trained by Compaq should attempt to repair this equipment. All troubleshooting and repair procedures are detailed to allow only subassembly/module level repair. Because of the complexity of the individual boards and subassemblies, no one should attempt to make repairs at the component level or to make modifications to any printed wiring board. Improper repairs can create a safety hazard.
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viii Compaq NC3123 Fast Ethernet Server Adapter User Guide Calling the Compaq Support Line When you call the Compaq Support line, you must be at your server with your software running and the product documentation at hand.
Chapter 1 Introduction Overview The Compaq NC3123 Fast Ethernet Server Adapter is a second-generation adapter with PCI 10/100 Wake On LAN (WOL). It features one auto-negotiating RJ-45 port and LED indicators showing link, activity, and port speed. The NC3123 Server Adapter is a supported option for selected Compaq ProLiant™ servers. For the latest functionality, features, and operating system support for this adapter, see the HP website (http://h18004.www1.hp.com/products/servers/networking/index-nic.
1-2 Compaq NC3123 Fast Ethernet Server Adapter User Guide NC3123 Connector The Compaq NC3123 Server Adapter has one RJ-45 port and auto-negotiates 10 or 100 Mb/s, full- or half-duplex depending on the device to which it is connected. Figure 1-1. Compaq NC3123 Server Adapter For information about connecting cables, see “Connecting the Network Cable” in Chapter 2. IMPORTANT: If you are using the NC3123 Server Adapter in a residential environment, you must use a Category 5 (or better) cable.
Introduction 1-3 LED Indicators The Compaq NC3123 Server Adapter has LED indicators for link, activity, and speed (10 or 100 Mb/s), as described in the following table. Table 1-1 NC3123 Server Adapter LED Indicators LED Status Description LNK On The NC3123 adapter and hub or switch are receiving power. The cable connection is good. Off The NC3123 adapter and hub or switch are not receiving power. The cable connection between the adapter and hub or switch is faulty.
Chapter 2 Installing the Adapter This chapter describes installation precautions and explains how to install the adapter. It also describes how to connect the network cable. WARNING: To avoid the risk of personal injury or damage to the equipment, consult the safety information and user documentation provided with your equipment before attempting the installation of the adapter. Many computers are capable of producing energy levels that are considered hazardous.
2-2 Compaq NC3123 Fast Ethernet Server Adapter User Guide Installing the Adapter in a Server Refer to the Compaq ProLiant server documentation for additional information on how to safely install a PCI card in your server. Figure 2-1. Installing the adapter in a server 1. If the server is not PCI Hot Plug compliant, power down the server and unplug the power cord. 2. Remove the server cover and the cover bracket from a PCI slot.
Installing the Adapter Connecting the Network Cable The NC3123 Server Adapter has one RJ-45 port for 32-bit PCI 10/100 operation. Network connections for this adapter can employ existing UTP Category 5 (or better) cable for 100 Mb/s operation, and Category 3 (or better) cable for 10 Mb/s operation. To secure the cable, plug the cable connector into the RJ-45 port. Ensure that the tab on the plug clicks into position, indicating that it is properly seated.
2-4 Compaq NC3123 Fast Ethernet Server Adapter User Guide Figure 2-2. WOL cable and connector on the NC3123 Server Adapter 3. Locate the WOL connector on your motherboard. The location varies, depending on vendor and model of motherboard. The WOL connector is usually located near other power connectors, such as the LED connectors. 4. Connect the other end of the WOL cable to the connector on the motherboard as shown in Figure 2-2. Note that the connector is keyed. 5.
Appendix A Regulatory Compliance Notices Federal Communications Commission Notice 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.
A-2 Compaq NC3123 Fast Ethernet Server Adapter User Guide For questions regarding your product, contact: Compaq Computer Corporation P. O. Box 692000, Mail Stop 530113 Houston, Texas 77269-2000 or call 1-800-652-6672 (1-800-OK COMPAQ). (For continuous quality improvement, calls may be recorded or monitored.) For questions regarding this FCC declaration, contact: Compaq Computer Corporation P. O. Box 692000, Mail Stop 510101 Houston, Texas 77269-2000 or call (281) 514-3333.
Regulatory Compliance Notices China Taiwan Notice Japanese Notice A-3
Appendix B Electrostatic Discharge To prevent damage to the system, be aware of the precautions you need to follow when setting up the system or handling parts. A discharge of static electricity from a finger or other conductor may damage system boards or other static-sensitive devices. This type of damage may reduce the life expectancy of the device. To prevent electrostatic damage, observe the following precautions: ■ Avoid hand contact by transporting and storing products in static-safe containers.
Appendix C Specifications NC3123 Fast Ethernet Server Adapter Specifications Table C-1 NC3123 Fast Ethernet Server Adapter Specifications Specification Description Network Controller Chipset Intel 82559 MAC/PHY Wake on LAN 3-pin header or PCI 2.2 bus Data Transfer Method 32-bit/33MHz PCI (Bus Master DMA) Standards Supported (Varies by OS) IEEE 802.3, 802.3u, 802.3ad (static configuration mode only), 802.3x, 802.1p, and 802.1Q Dimensions 5.4 x 4.8 inches (L X W), 13.7 cm x 12.
C-2 Compaq NC3123 Fast Ethernet Server Adapter User Guide UTP Cable Specifications To connect to the network, the NC3123 adapter uses the following cable.
Specifications Figure C-1 shows the straight-through 10/100 connector wiring to be used when the crossover function is implemented on the hub or switch. Figure C-1. 10/100 straight-through wiring for RJ-45 connector 10/100 Crossover Pinouts When the crossover function is not provided within the hub or switch, you must implement the crossover through the twisted-pair media using the physical pinouts indicated in Table C-3.
