Ibm 09-0572-000 Bedienungsanleitung

® T OKEN L INK  III 16/4 ISA A DAPTER U SER G UIDE A member of the TokenLink III product family Part No. 09-0572-000Published October 1995

F IGURES 1-1 Adapter Installation and Configuration 1-3 2-1 3C619C Adapter Installation 2-2 2-2 Removing the Cover 2-5 2-3 Removing the Ba

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T ABLES 1 Text Conventions ii 2 Notice Icons ii 4-1 3Com Mode versus IBM Mode 4-4 4-2 Initial 3Com and IBM Mode Option Settings 4-5 A

ABOUT THIS GUIDEIntroductionThis guide describes how to install, configure, and troubleshoot the TokenLink III 16/4 ISA (3C619C) adapter. If the infor

ii ABOUT THIS GUIDEConventionsTable 1 and Table 2 list text and icon conventions that are used throughout this guide:Table 1 Text ConventionsConvent

1INTRODUCTIONThe 3Com TokenLink III 16/4 ISA Token Ring Adapter (3C619C) is a 16-bit network adapter. The 3C619C adapter can be installed in any IBM

1-2 CHAPTER 1: INTRODUCTIONThe 3C619C adapter can be configured in one of two modes: 3Com mode or IBM mode. 3Com mode increases the number of available

Installation and Configuration Options 1-3Figure 1-1 Adapter Installation and Configuration Inspect adapterConnect adapter cableto UTP networkInstall

1-4 CHAPTER 1: INTRODUCTIONStandard Installation and ConfigurationThe standard installation and configuration procedures can be used to configure the 3C6

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2INSTALLING THE 3C619C ADAPTERThis chapter describes how to install a 3Com 3C619C token ring adapter in an ISA or EISA PC and connect it to the networ

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2-2 CHAPTER 2: INSTALLING THE 3C619C ADAPTERFigure 2-1 3C619C Adapter InstallationInspect adapterConnect STP cableto networkInstall adapterConnect c

PC Requirements 2-3PC RequirementsInstallation of the 3C619C adapter requires the following: An ISA- or EISA-bus PC with at least 640 K of RAM and an

2-4 CHAPTER 2: INSTALLING THE 3C619C ADAPTERTaking Safety PrecautionsWARNING: The adapter board is installed in a PC that operates with voltages that

Installing the Adapter 2-54 Check the adapter for any visible signs of damage. If you find a problem, immediately notify your authorized network suppli

2-6 CHAPTER 2: INSTALLING THE 3C619C ADAPTERFigure 2-3 Removing the Backplate2 Remove the screw holding the expansion slot’s backplate, as shown in

Connecting to the Network 2-7Figure 2-4 Installing the AdapterConnecting to the NetworkConnect one of the following types of network cables to the 3

2-8 CHAPTER 2: INSTALLING THE 3C619C ADAPTERConnecting to Shielded Twisted-pair (STP) Cable1 Locate the adapter’s DB-9 connector on the backplate, as

Connecting to the Network 2-9Connecting to Unshielded Twisted-pair (UTP) Cable1 Locate the adapter’s RJ-45 port on the backplate, as shown in Figure 2

3USING THE AUTOLINK FEATURE FOR NETWAREThe AutoLink auto installation feature for NetWare configures the adapter as a NetWare DOS ODI client. The AutoL

3-2 CHAPTER 3: USING THE AUTOLINK FEATURE FOR NETWARE Logs in to the server and updates the NetWare client software if a 3Install account exists on t

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Avoiding Memory Manager Conflicts 3-3Avoiding Memory Manager ConflictsIf you are using a memory manager on your PC (all PCs running Microsoft Windows h

3-4 CHAPTER 3: USING THE AUTOLINK FEATURE FOR NETWAREUsing the AutoLink FeatureFollow these steps to use the AutoLink feature:1 Place the TokenDisk di

4STANDARD INSTALLATION AND CONFIGURATIONThis chapter describes how to configure the 3C619C adapter in a DOS or OS/2 PC, using the steps shown in Figure

4-2 CHAPTER 4: STANDARD INSTALLATION AND CONFIGURATIONThe ISA adapter can be configured automatically or manually. Automatic configuration selects config

Auto Configuring the 3C619C Adapter in an ISA PC 4-33 Place the TokenDisk diskette in a floppy drive on your PC and make that drive the active drive. F

4-4 CHAPTER 4: STANDARD INSTALLATION AND CONFIGURATION8 When prompted, select the operating mode and speed.The 3C619C adapter offers the following cho

Changing Software Option Settings 4-5If you are running Windows NT or Windows 95 and installing a single adapter, the adapter’s default configuration c

4-6 CHAPTER 4: STANDARD INSTALLATION AND CONFIGURATIONTo change the software option settings, follow these steps:1 Make sure the 3C619C adapter has be

Changing Software Option Settings 4-77 When the next screen appears, select Configuration and Diagnostic Program.8 Highlight Install and press [Enter].

4-8 CHAPTER 4: STANDARD INSTALLATION AND CONFIGURATIONIf you want to use the same settings on other adapters, you can save the configuration settings t

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Changing Software Option Settings 4-9This completes the installation and configuration process. The next step is to install the network drivers. See Ch

5INSTALLING NETWORK DRIVERSThis chapter describes how to install the network drivers. Figure 5-1 depicts the menu-driven network driver installation s

5-2 CHAPTER 5: INSTALLING NETWORK DRIVERSThe following network drivers are on the TokenDisk diskette: Novell NetWare DOS ODI driver (3CTOKEN.COM) Ne

Installing the Novell NetWare Driver5-32 When the next screen appears, select Install Novell NetWare Drivers, as shown in Figure 5-3, and press [Enter

5-4 CHAPTER 5: INSTALLING NETWORK DRIVERS4 At the prompt, enter a path for the destination of the driver, or accept the default.5 Exit to DOS and foll

Installing the Novell NetWare Driver5-5Installing the OS/2 Network Driver for NetWareThe TokenDisk diskette includes the Novell NetWare OS/2 ODI drive

5-6 CHAPTER 5: INSTALLING NETWORK DRIVERSInstalling the NDIS 2.01 DriverThe Network Driver Interface Specification (NDIS) was developed by Microsoft an

Installing the NDIS 2.01 Driver5-7Updating the PC Startup FilesThis sample procedure describes how to modify the PROTOCOL.INI and CONFIG.SYS PC startu

5-8 CHAPTER 5: INSTALLING NETWORK DRIVERSNDIS Systems with Multiple AdaptersIf you are installing more than one 3C619C adapter, the PROTOCOL.INI file m

Updating the Current NDIS Driver5-9Updating the Current NDIS DriverIf you are updating an existing NDIS driver (rather than installing one for the firs

C ONTENTS A BOUT T HIS G UIDE Introduction iHow to Use This Guide iConventions ii 1 I NTRODUCTION TokenLink III 16/4 ISA Token Ring Ada

5-10 CHAPTER 5: INSTALLING NETWORK DRIVERSTo use the IBM 16/4 Token Ring Adapter drivers supplied with your network operating system, copy them to you

Using IBM Drivers5-11Enabling RPL The following instructions explain how to use the RPL program when your PC has both a hard disk drive and a floppy di

5-12 CHAPTER 5: INSTALLING NETWORK DRIVERSDisabling RPLTo disable RPL:1 Boot your PC under DOS.2 Make sure that the backup copy of the TokenDisk diske

6INSTALLING THE NETWORK DRIVER FOR WINDOWSThis chapter describes how to install the network driver for Windows NT and Windows 95.The 3Com NDIS 3.0 net

6-2 CHAPTER 6: INSTALLING THE NETWORK DRIVER FOR WINDOWS7 At the prompt, type A:\WINNT351\ISA if you installed the adapter in an ISA slot. Type A:\WIN

Installing the Network Driver for Windows 956-35 From the Select Network Component Type dialog box, double-click Adapter.6 From the Select Network Ada

7TROUBLESHOOTING This chapter describes information for isolating and solving problems. It contains the following sections: Adapter LEDs Using the T

7-2 CHAPTER 7: TROUBLESHOOTINGFigure 7-1 Adapter LEDsWhen lit, the green LED (labeled “4”) indicates that the adapter is set to 4 Mbps speed and is

Using the TokenDisk Diskette Diagnostic Program 7-3If you have already installed the network driver, you need to reboot and press [F5] or use a DOS di

7-4 CHAPTER 7: TROUBLESHOOTINGDiagnostic Test TypesThe tests performed by the TokenDisk diskette Configuration and Diagnostic Program are divided into

4 S TANDARD I NSTALLATION AND C ONFIGURATION Configuration Requirements 4-2Auto Configuring the 3C619C Adapter in an ISA PC 4-2Changing Sof

Diagnostic Test Types 7-5AIP Checksum TestThis test verifies that the adapter’s node ID, channel identifier, and supported function identifiers such as d

7-6 CHAPTER 7: TROUBLESHOOTINGGroup 2 DiagnosticThe Group 2 diagnostic (Adapter Wrap Test) is a wrap test that causes all user-transmitted data to be

Diagnostic Test Types 7-7If you want to run the tests continuously, select the Continuous option in the Test Setup dialog box, as described in the nex

7-8 CHAPTER 7: TROUBLESHOOTINGChanging the Test SetupIf you want to change the test parameters, follow these steps:1 Choose the <Test Setup> com

Adapter Statistics and Information 7-9When Tests FailIf any test fails, you can get additional information by highlighting the test that failed in the

7-10 CHAPTER 7: TROUBLESHOOTINGAdapter InformationUse the View pull-down menu and select Adapter Information, or press [F8] from the main screen. An e

When Tests Fail 7-11The following information is displayed on the screen, indicating what to do when the specific test fails.MMIO Register Write/Read T

7-12 CHAPTER 7: TROUBLESHOOTINGShared RAM Write/Read Test Failure Make sure the shared RAM address does not conflict with the adapter ROM or another d

Troubleshooting Tips 7-13Close Adapter Test Failure Make sure a lobe cable is properly connected to the adapter and that the other end of the cable i

7-14 CHAPTER 7: TROUBLESHOOTING4 Make sure that the settings (memory allocations, interrupts, and so on) for the adapter do not conflict with the PC or

7 T ROUBLESHOOTING Adapter LEDs 7-1Using the TokenDisk Diskette Diagnostic Program 7-2Diagnostic Test Types 7-4Group 1 Diagnostics

Additional Information 7-1512 Replace the failed adapter with a known working adapter. If the second adapter fails, something is probably wrong with t

AUSING THE CONFIGURATION AND DIAGNOSTIC PROGRAMThe TokenDisk diskette Configuration and Diagnostic Program is arranged in the hierarchy shown in Figure

A-2 APPENDIX A: USING THE CONFIGURATION AND DIAGNOSTIC PROGRAMUsing the KeyboardThe following table describes the keys to use with the TokenDisk diske

Using the Mouse A-3Using the MouseIf you have a mouse, you can use it to click on any of the menu items, command buttons, or listed items in a dialog

A-4 APPENDIX A: USING THE CONFIGURATION AND DIAGNOSTIC PROGRAMUsing the File OptionsThe File Options are located in dialog boxes on the Run Tests, Tes

Exiting the Program A-5To print the help file, first exit the program. At the DOS prompt, enter the print command applicable to your PC software. For ex

BSPECIFICATIONSThis appendix describes the specifications for the 3C619C adapter and contains the following sections: Cabling Pin Assignments Configu

B-2 APPENDIX B: SPECIFICATIONSFigure B-1 DB-9 Connector Pin AssignmentsFigure B-2 RJ-45 Connector Pin Assignments416RXTXRXTX12345678941612345678TX

Configuration Options B-3Configuration OptionsThis section contains the configuration options for the 3C619C adapter. The following options are availabl

B-4 APPENDIX B: SPECIFICATIONSRing SpeedThe 3C619C adapter operates at either 4- or 16-Mbps ring speed. The adapter ring speed must match the speed of

A U SING THE C ONFIGURATION AND D IAGNOSTIC P ROGRAM Using the Keyboard A-2Speed Keys A-2Using the Mouse A-3Choosing a Menu Item

Configuration Options B-5BIOS/MMIO Address LocationThere are 16 possible 8 KB blocks of PC memory that can be assigned for accessing the ROM area of t

B-6 APPENDIX B: SPECIFICATIONSIf a conflict exists, you may have to change the settings of other adapters or options that are in your PC. The 30 RAM ad

Configuration Options B-7Other Configuration OptionsThe TokenDisk diskette Configuration and Diagnostic Program also allows the selection of the followi

CERROR MESSAGESThis appendix contains an alphabetical list of the error messages that may appear when you use the TokenDisk diskette Configuration and

C-2 APPENDIX C: ERROR MESSAGESAn adapter was configured from EISA to ISA mode, but the EISA configuration utility has not run yet. Place your EISA config

Messages C-3The adapter’s BIOS/MMIO base address is in conflict with another device installed in the system. To run diagnostic tests, you must reconfigu

C-4 APPENDIX C: ERROR MESSAGESThe value xxxx at line xxxx in the configuration file is not supported. A list of supported option settings is provided in

Messages C-5Unable to locate an unused shared RAM base address. Try the following: 1. Boot the PC with no drivers or TSR’s loaded. 2. If a Memory Mana

DTECHNICAL SUPPORT3Com provides easy access to technical support information through the variety of services described in this appendix.On-line Techni

D-2 APPENDIX D: TECHNICAL SUPPORTWorld Wide Web SiteAccess the latest networking information on 3Com’s World Wide Web site by entering our URL into yo

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Support from Your Network Supplier D-3 NetFacts provides data sheets and technical articles on 3Com Corporation’s hub, bridge, router, terminal serve

D-4 APPENDIX D: TECHNICAL SUPPORTIf you are outside the U.S. and Canada, contact your local 3Com sales office to find your authorized service provider:R

GLOSSARY3Com modeA mode of operation for the 3Com TokenLink III adapter that provides expanded configuration options for the adapter and drivers. CAUCo

2 GLOSSARYIEEE 802.5The standard for the token ring access method and Physical layer specifications developed by a subcommittee of the Institute for El

GLOSSARY 3NET.CFGAn ASCII file containing control information for network protocol elements of stations and servers for a Novell NetWare environment.Ne

4 GLOSSARYTSRTerminate and stay resident. A program that upon execution, loads itself (or an executable portion of itself) into PC working memory (RAM

INDEXNumerics3C619C adapter 1-1configuring 3-1, 4-1, 4-2default settings 4-5information 7-10, 7-15inspecting 2-4installing 2-1, 2-5PC requi

2 INDEXconfiguration optionsAutoSwitch 4-6, B-7BIOS/MMIO base address 4-5Boot PROM 4-6, B-7configuration mode 4-5, B-3interrupt request level

INDEX 3Mmain menu 5-3MAU 2-8, 7-4, 7-6memory conflicts 3-3, 4-2, 4-6memory manager 3-3memory mode 4-6, B-7menu hierarchy A-1menu itemsInsta

4 INDEXRPLdisabling 5-12enabling 5-11Run Tests dialog box 7-6, 7-7Run Tests menu item 7-7running diagnostic tests 7-6Ssafety precautions 2