Owner's manual

Fast Ethernet Technology
The growing importance of LANs and the increasing complexity of desktop computing applications are
fueling the need for high performance networks. A number of high-speed LAN technologies have been
proposed to provide greater bandwidth and improve client/server response times. Among them,
100BASE-T (Fast Ethernet) provides a non-disruptive, smooth evolution from the current 10BASE-T
technology. The non-disruptive and smooth evolution nature, and the dominating potential market
base, virtually guarantees cost effective and high performance Fast Ethernet solutions in the years to
come.
100Mbps Fast Ethernet is a new standard specified by the IEEE 802.3 LAN committee. It is an
extension of the 10Mbps Ethernet standard with the ability to transmit and receive data at 100Mbps,
while maintaining the CSMA/CD Ethernet protocol. Since the 100Mbps Fast Ethernet is compatible
with all other 10Mbps Ethernet environments, it provides a straightforward upgrade and takes
advantage of the existing investment in hardware, software, and personnel training.
UNPACKING AND INSTALLATION
This chapter provides unpacking and installation information for the LevelOne 32-bit PCI
10/100/1000Mbps Gigabit Ethernet Card.
Unpacking
CAUTION: Under ordinary circumstances, the 32-bit PCI 10/100/1000Mbps Gigabit Ethernet Card will
not be affected by static charge as may be received through your body during handling of
the unit. However, there are special circumstances where you may carry an
extraordinarily high static charge, and possibly damage the card and/or your computer. It
is good practice to eliminate all static electricity by touching a ground (an unpainted metal
area of your computer chassis, for example) before performing any installations.
Open the shipping carton and carefully remove all items, ascertain that you have:
z GNC-0105T
z CD Manual/Driver
If any item is found missing or damaged, please contact your local reseller for replacement.
Installing the Gigabit Ethernet Card
1. Shut down the computer, unplugs its power cord, and remove the chassis cover.
2. Insert the contact edge of the Gigabit Ethernet card into the connector of any available PCI Bus
Master Expansion slot. Press the card firmly into the connector such that the card’s contacts are fully
seated in the connector, this card can put either in 32-bit or 64-bit PCI slot, but it is recommended
that the card to put in the 64-bit PCI slot to have the maximum performance.
3. Install the bracket screw and secure the card to the computer chassis.
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