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6 Microsoft Broadband Networking PCI Adapter User’s GuideStraight-Through and Crossover CablesData is sent and received through specific wires within
2 planning.Planning Your NetworkYou can use your Microsoft® Broadband Networking Ethernetadapter within an existing network or to create a new network
8 Microsoft Broadband Networking PCI Adapter User’s GuideSecurity Considerations for Option AIn this configuration, your networked computers use a bas
Chapter 2: Planning 9Option C:I want to connect three or more computers by using aswitch or hub.You can also create a computer-to-computer network of
10 Microsoft Broadband Networking PCI Adapter User’s GuideOption D:I want to connect another computer to a Home PhoneLine (HomePNA) Network or Power L
3setting up.Installing, Connecting, andConfiguring Your AdapterYour Microsoft® Broadband Networking Ethernet adapter can be setup in various ways, dep
12 Microsoft Broadband Networking PCI Adapter User’s GuideTypical SetupFollow the detailed instructions beginning on the next page if yourexisting net
Chapter 3: Setting Up 13Step 1: Install the Software1. Insert the Setup CD-ROM into the CD-ROM drive of the computerthat you want to connect to your n
14 Microsoft Broadband Networking PCI Adapter User’s GuideMountingBracketPCI Connectors6. Screw the bracket of the PCI adapter securely to yourcompute
Chapter 3: Setting Up 15After you connect your adapter, the back of your computer willresemble the following diagram.Step 4: Configure Your Adapter1.
ImportantDo not plug a phone jack (RJ-11) into any Ethernet (RJ-45) port on your adapter. Doing so might damage the device.You must use twisted pair c
16 Microsoft Broadband Networking PCI Adapter User’s GuideComputer-to-Computer SetupUse the setup instructions described here if:OYou want to connect
Chapter 3: Setting Up 17Step 3: Connect Your Adapter to the NetworkDo one of the following:OIf you are connecting two computers directly to each other
18 Microsoft Broadband Networking PCI Adapter User’s GuideFor Windows 98 UsersIf you cannot access other computers on your network, you mightneed to s
Chapter 3: Setting Up 19After Windows starts, try testing your network again by using theinstructions in “Step 5: Test Your Network,” above.If you are
20 Microsoft Broadband Networking PCI Adapter User’s GuideOIf you are connected to the Internet, test your adapter byopening your Web browser and visi
4 network t asks.Using Your NetworkAfter setting up your wired network, you can perform commonnetworking tasks, such as making files and printers ava
22 Microsoft Broadband Networking PCI Adapter User’s GuideTo log off and log back on to your network1. Click Start.2. Click Log Off. (Or, in Microsoft
Chapter 4: Network Tasks 23To access the Internet from each computer on a network1. Make sure that you have a Web browser (such as MicrosoftInternet E
24 Microsoft Broadband Networking PCI Adapter User’s GuideAlthough you can share files, printers, and other devices on yournetwork, you cannot share s
Chapter 4: Network Tasks 25it will not be accessible from the network. For more information,type “power options” in the Search box in Windows Help.To
contents.1 Introduction ... 1Do You Have Everything You Need to A
26 Microsoft Broadband Networking PCI Adapter User’s GuideAllowing Access to PrintersBy using Windows, you can print documents on a printer that isatt
Chapter 4: Network Tasks 27Sharing Other Peripheral DevicesIn addition to sharing most printers, you can share storagedevices—such as hard drives, CD-
28 Microsoft Broadband Networking PCI Adapter User’s GuidePlaying Games on Your Network and on the InternetMany of the most popular games now have mul
Chapter 4: Network Tasks 29Secure Your NetworkProtecting the data and programs on your network computers fromsecurity threats, such as computer viruse
30 Microsoft Broadband Networking PCI Adapter User’s GuideProtect Your Network from HackersIf you have not already done so, consider purchasing the Mi
5 monitoring.The Broadband Network UtilityThe Microsoft® Broadband Network Utility is automaticallyinstalled on your computer when you install the Set
32 Microsoft Broadband Networking PCI Adapter User’s GuideThe following sections describe how to interpret status informationabout your network and pe
Chapter 5: Monitoring 33View the Status of Your Broadband InternetConnectionThis area of the Broadband Network Utility lets you know whetheryou are cu
34 Microsoft Broadband Networking PCI Adapter User’s GuideUpdate Software, Drivers, and FirmwareOccasionally, Microsoft might provide upgrades to the
6troubleshooting.Basic TroubleshootingThis chapter will help you solve installation and setup problemswith your Microsoft® Broadband Networking Ethern
5 Monitoring ... 31View the Status of Your Computer ...
36 Microsoft Broadband Networking PCI Adapter User’s GuideEach PCI slot in your computer uses different system resources.By trying a different PCI slo
Chapter 6: Troubleshooting 37My computer recognizes my network, but it is not workingcorrectly.OVerify that you have the correct network settings.Inco
38 Microsoft Broadband Networking PCI Adapter User’s GuideMy existing network used to work, but now it doesn’t.OCheck the existing network installatio
Chapter 6: Troubleshooting 39Point-to-Point Protocol over Ethernet (PPPoE) connectionsPPPoE is a connection type used by some DSL modems to accessthe
40 Microsoft Broadband Networking PCI Adapter User’s GuideWindows 98, Windows 98 SE, and Windows Me:1. Click Start, click Settings, click Control Pane
Chapter 6: Troubleshooting 41File and Printer Sharing ProblemsThis section will help you solve common installation and setupproblems with sharing file
42 Microsoft Broadband Networking PCI Adapter User’s GuideOCheck to make sure all computers on the network have theproper printer driver installed.You
Chapter 6: Troubleshooting 43OCheck to make sure that all computers on the network have theproper printer driver installed.You can install the printer
reference.Getting HelpVisit Us on the WebPlease visit our Web site athttp://www.microsoft.com/broadbandnetworking/Click Help in the Broadband Network
introduction.Introducing the BroadbandNetworking PCI AdapterCongratulations on your purchase of the Microsoft® BroadbandNetworking PCI Adapter. You ca
46 Microsoft Broadband Networking PCI Adapter User’s GuideRegulatory InformationUnited States Radio and TV Interference RegulationsThis device complie
Reference 47Limited WarrantyPLEASE READ THIS MANUFACTURER’S GUARANTEE CAREFULLY TO UNDERSTAND YOUR RIGHTS AND OBLIGATIONSMANUFACTURER’S GUARANTEE AND
48 Microsoft Broadband Networking PCI Adapter User’s GuideLimited Warranty ContinuedVEUILLEZ VOUS ASSURER QU’APRÈS UNE LECTURE ATTENTIVE VOUS AYEZ BIE
Reference 49Technical SpecificationsPCI AdapterStandards IEEE 802.3 Ethernet;IEEE 802.3u Fast Ethernet;IEEE 802.3x 100BASE-TX Flow Control;IEEE 802.1
50 Microsoft Broadband Networking PCI Adapter User’s GuideSystem RequirementsTo use the Microsoft Broadband Networking Ethernet PCI Adapter:OPersonal
100Base-T Also known as “Fast Ethernet,” an Ethernet cable standard with adata transfer rate of up to 100 Mbps.10Base-T An older Ethernet cable standa
52 Microsoft Broadband Networking PCI Adapter User’s Guideclient/server network A network of two or more computers that rely upon a central serverto m
Glossary 53encryption The process of encoding data to prevent unauthorized access,especially during transmission. Microsoft wireless hardware reliesup
54 Microsoft Broadband Networking PCI Adapter User’s GuideLAN Acronym for “local area network.” A group of computers and otherdevices dispersed over a
Glossary 55PPPoE Acronym for “Point-to-Point Protocol over Ethernet.” A specificationfor connecting users on an Ethernet network to the Internet byusi
2 Microsoft Broadband Networking PCI Adapter User’s GuideYour Adapter and Its ConnectionsYour PCI adapter is connected from within your computer to yo
56 Microsoft Broadband Networking PCI Adapter User’s GuideUSB Acronym for “universal serial bus.” A hardware standard for easilyconnecting peripherals
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My Network SettingsUse this page to record your network settings.Workgroup or domain name:Base station password (if applicable):Wide Area Network (WAN
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Chapter 1: Introduction 3About Your PCI AdapterYour PCI adapter is installed in a standard PCI slot inside yourcomputer, secured by a metal mounting b
4 Microsoft Broadband Networking PCI Adapter User’s GuideAfter you have completed the hardware and software setup of yourPCI adapter, the indicator li
Chapter 1: Introduction 5About Ethernet ConnectionsEthernet is the most commonly used wired network protocol, withconnection speeds of 10 Mbps, 100 Mb
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