Windows NT 4.0 Installation and Setup 34 Overview 34 Installing NT Networking and the EtherFast Card Driver 35 Installing the EtherFast Network Driver if Networking is Already Installed 41 Windows 2000 Installation and Setup Overview Installing the Network Card's Driver 45

Introduction

The EtherFast 10/100 LAN Card Fast Ethernet is a relatively new standard of networking built specifically for speed-intensive network applications like video-conferencing, multimedia development, imaging, and complex databases. Capable of sending and receiving data at 100 megabits-per-second in half-duplex mode, and 200Mbps in full duplex, Fast Ethernet technology is at least 10 times faster than traditional 10BaseT networks. Built to run with the fastest network applications, the EtherFast 10/100 LAN Card is a high performance network adapter for desktop computers with 32-bit PCI expansion slots. The EtherFast 10/100 LAN Card is ready to run with both 10BaseT and 100BaseTX networks right out of the box the card's 10/100 combo RJ-45 port automatically detects your network's maximum speed and adjusts itself accordingly. The EtherFast 10/100 LAN Card from Linksys also features Wake-On-LAN (WOL) event management. If your PCI motherboard has built-in WOL support, youll be able to utilize this unique management feature. You can remotely turn on any computer with a WOL network card. The ultimate in 10/100 networking is yours! If you dont have WOL support on your motherboard or you have no need for it, dont worry your EtherFast 10/100 LAN Card will operate normally anyway. If your mission critical applications require blinding network speed, the EtherFast 10/100 LAN Card is the best value for your networking dollar. Features Easy to Use Plug-and-Play 10/100 PCI Network Card Full Duplex Capability at Up To 200Mbps Connects to Both 10Mbps Ethernet and 100Mbps Fast Ethernet Networks Power On Your PC From Anywhere on the Network with Wake-On-LAN Management Works With All Major Network Operating Systems 10BaseT and 100BaseTX Fast Ethernet Power for PCI-Equipped PCs Includes Auto-Detecting 10BaseT/100BaseTX RJ-45 Port that Automatically Adjusts to Full or Half Duplex Bus Mastering 32-bit Architecture Supports 100Mbps Speeds
Package Contents for the EtherFast 10/100 LAN Card
One EtherFast 10/100 LAN Card(s) One 3.5 Driver Disk One User Guide and Registration Card Quick Install for Windows Operating Systems
Getting to Know the EtherFast 10/100 LAN Card
Installing the EtherFast 10/100 LAN Card
Overview Each EtherFast 10/100 LAN Card is equipped with an RJ-45 port that automatically adjusts to either 10Mbps or 100Mbps speeds, allowing your PC to attach to either Fast Ethernet (also known as 100BaseTX) or regular 10BaseT Ethernet network segments without additional hardware or software.

LEDs 100 Amber. The 100 LED will illuminate when the card is operating at 100Mbps. If the 100 LED is not illuminated and the PC is powered on, the card is operating at 10Mbps.
Link/Act Green. The Link LED will illuminate when the card has been successfully connected to a network and flicker when data is being transmitted or received over the network. The RJ-45 Port The RJ-45 Port is where you will connect your Category 3 or 5 network cabling.
The card should only be used with twisted-pair cabling. 10BaseT and 100BaseTX cabling is available in a number of different grades. For best results, we recommend using 8-wire, category 5 unshielded twisted-pair for both 10BaseT and 100BaseTX network segments, although category 3 can be used for 10BaseT segments. The cable that runs from your PCs EtherFast card to your network should not exceed 100 meters (328 feet). Both Category 3 and 5 twisted-pair cabling can be purchased at most computer stores, or if you prefer, you can crimp your own cables. Installing the Network Card and Cabling Installing the Network Card & Cabling 1. Power off your PC and any peripheral equipment attached to it. Unplug your PCs power cable. 2. Remove your computer's outside cover.
3. Open your computer and locate the PCI slot(s) on your motherboard. PCI slots are easily identified by their beige or white color. Remove the metal slot cover on the back of the PC, then insert the EtherFast 10/100 LAN Card into an empty PCI slot, as shown in the photograph below.
Note: When installing the network card, be sure to press the card solidly into the PCI slot. Our network cards are built to resist the pressure necessary to insert the card correctly in the PCI slot. Avoid a call to technical support by making sure that your card is inserted all the way into your PCs network slot! You will know this has occurred when the cards faceplate is flush with your computers slot.
6. Connect one end of a twisted-pair cable to your PC at the EtherFast 10/100 LAN Card's RJ-45 port.
7. Plug the other end of the cable into one of your networks 10BaseT or a 100BaseTX hub or switch ports, DSL modem, cable modem, router, etc. 8. Reconnect your PCs power, then power on your computer. Your computer will automatically recognize the card and assign it a unique IRQ ("interrupt") and I/O address. The card installation is complete. Next, you must install the device drivers for the EtherFast 10/100 LANCard. To configure the 10/100 LAN Card, turn to the section appropriate to your Operating System. If you are using an operating system other than Windows 98, Windows 95, or Windows NT, you will find the network driver installation instructions on the Driver Disks readme.exe file.

Note: If you intend to use both 10Mbps and 100Mbps components on your network, you will need an auto-sensing hub or switch. For more information on auto-sensing hubs or switches, go to the Linksys website at www.linksys.com.
4. Once your EtherFast 10/100 LAN Card is firmly in place, secure its fastening tab to your PC's chassis with a mounting screw. 5. Replace your PC's cover.
Windows 95 Installation and Setup
Overview After installing the EtherFast hardware in your computer, follow these instructions for installing the network device driver. For troubleshooting tips during setup, refer to the Troubleshooting section. There are different versions of Windows 95: Version A Version B (also known as OSR2) Version C (with USB support) The installation procedure for the network driver will vary slightly depending on which version of Windows 95 you are using. To begin the driver installation, and to determine which version of Windows 95 you are using: 1. If you already havent, start up your PC. 2. Windows 95 will automatically detect the EtherFast Card in your computer. If an Update Device Driver Wizard window (below, or another similar window) appears, you are using Windows 95 version B. If not, you are using version A. Skip to the Installing the Drive in Windows 95 Version A section in the Appendix.
3. While the Update Device Driver Wizard window is visible, put the EtherFast 10/100 LAN Card Driver Disk into your floppy drive and click the Next button. 4. A screen will appear stating that Windows 95 was unable to locate the driver. Click the Other Locations button to enter the drivers location manually.
5. Type the driver location, A:\WIN95, in the location field on the Select Other Location Screen. Then, click the OK button.
6. Windows will show that the files have been found. Click the Finish button to continue. Then, when you are prompted, verify that the Linksys LNE100TX (v5) Fast Ethernet Adapter Drivers diskette is in your floppy drive.
8. The following screen will prompt you for the driver location. In the Copy Files From: field, type A:\WIN95. Then, click the OK button.
9. Windows 95 will begin copying files to your PC. When asked if you want to restart your PC, remove the floppy disk and click Yes. If Windows does not ask you to restart your PC, click the Start button, choose Shut Down, choose Restart, then click the Yes button. 7. Windows will begin copying the EtherFast Cards driver files to your PC. Refer to the chart below to help guide you through the process. The Windows 95 Version B driver installation is complete. Please continue on to the next section, which will provide instructions for configuring Windows 95s network protocol. Consult your Windows documentation for network configuration information if necessary.
If you press Skip or Cancel, the drivers will not be installed!

If your PC asks for the Linksys Setup or Driver Disk
1. Click OK. 2. Ensure that the Driver Disk is in your PCs floppy drive. 3. Type a:\ in the Copy files from: box. 4. Click OK. 1. Click OK. 2. If you have a Windows 95 CD-ROM, type d:\win95 in the Copy files from: box, where d: is your CD-ROM drive. 3. If you dont have a Windows 95 CD-ROM, type: c:\windows\options\cabs. 4. Click OK. 1. Insert the Driver Disk into your PCs floppy drive. 2. Type a:\ in the Copy files from: box. 3. Click OK 1. Choose to keep the newest version of the file by clicking Yes.
If you are asked to supply your Windows 98 Installation Files or Disks
Note: From this point on, you must provide Windows with a User name and Password every time you are prompted to do so. Remember to click OK to properly log into Windows. If you click Cancel or hit the Escape (ESC) key, you will not log into the network.
If you are asked for a file that includes LNE100TX in its name
If you receive a Version Conflict error
Network Component Configuration 1. Once you are back at the Windows 95 desktop, click on your taskbar's Start button, then Settings, then Control Panel, and then double-click the Network icon.
Note: If you need to install the TCP/IP Protocol, see the Installing the Network Protocols for Windows 95, 98, and Millennium section in the Appendix. Windows NT and 2000 users need to check their Windows User Guides for protocol installation.
3. Click the File and Print Sharing button. The Note: If you do not enable File and Printer Sharing, File and Print Sharing window will appear. 4a. If you'd like others to be able to access the files on your PC's hard drive, select I want to be able to give others access to my files.
your PC will be invisible on the network, inaccessible by anyone.
2. The Network window will appear. Click on the Configuration tab. A window similar to the one below will appear. There may be other components listed in addition to the ones shown below (for example, Dial-up Adapter), which is normal. If any of the components shown below are missing, however, youll need to manually install them. If thats the case, refer to the Manually Installing the Network Components section of the Appendix now. Client for Microsoft Networks Client for NetWare Networks Linksys LNE100TX Fast Ethernet Adapter (LNE100TX v5) TCP/IP
4b. If you'd like to share your printer with other users on the network, select I want to be able to allow others to print to my printer.
5. Click the OK button. File and Printer Sharing for Microsoft Networks should now appear in the list of installed components.

6. After making sure that all of the listed network components are installed on your system, verify that Client for Microsoft Networks is listed in the Primary Network Logon box. 7. Under Network Components, select Linksys LNE100TX (v5) Fast Ethernet Adapter, and click the Properties button. A screen similar to that below will appear. 8. Select the Driver Type tab and make sure that Enhanced Mode (32 bit and 16 bit) NDIS Driver is selected. 9. The Bindings tab will show you what network protocols are presently utilized by the card. There is no need to modify any setting on this tab. 10. The Advanced Tab has two settings. First, is the Media Type setting. This should be set at AutoSense. The next setting, Select Media, should be set at Ethernet.
11. Click on the Identification tab and the following window will appear. Type the name of your computer in the Computer Name box. Choose a name that is unique from the other computer names on the network.
Note: Your Computer Name and Workgroup Name must both be fewer than 15 characters, and should only consist of numbers and letters.
12. Type the name of your workgroup in the Workgroup box. The Workgroup name should be the same Workgroup Name in use by all of the other PCs on the network. Use the same Workgroup Name that is in use on your other computers. Do not click OK when you have completed these fields. 13. Enter a description of your computer in the Computer Description box. This box is optional. Do not click the OK button when you have completed these fields.
14. The Access Control tab should be set at Shared-level access control. Make sure that Shared-level access control is selected. If the setting is on UserLevel access control and you cant change it, skip to the Troubleshooting section.
17. A Logon window will appear, requiring you to enter a username and password. Make up a username and password and click the OK button. Do not press the ESC key or click the Cancel button, or you won't be able to log onto the network. If the a logon screen does not appear or if it does not allow you to log on, refer to the Troubleshooting section. 18. Once you are at the Windows 95 desktop, double-click on the Network Neighborhood icon. You should see an icon for the entire network and the names of the other PCs on the network. Open the Entire Network icon. If you can see your computer along with all the other computers on the network in Network Neighborhood, then the Windows 95 network configuration is complete. Continue with Sharing Your Files and Printers in the Appendix if you want data from your PC to be available to others on the network. You may stop here, however, if you wish to configure File and Printer Sharing at a later time. Refer to the Troubleshooting section if: You don't see anything at all in Network Neighborhood and have pressed the F5 key on your keyboard a few times to refresh the screen. You only see your own computer in Network Neighborhood.

1. Click OK. 2. Ensure that the Driver Disk is in your PCs floppy drive. 3. Type a:\ in the Copy files from: box. 4. Click OK. 1. Click OK. 2. If you have a Windows 98 CD-ROM, type d:\win98 in the Copy files from: box, where d: is your CD-ROM drive. 3. If you dont have a Windows 98 CD-ROM, type: c:\windows\options\cabs. 4. Click OK. 1. Insert the Driver Disk into your PCs floppy drive. 2. Type a:\ in the Copy files from: box. 3. Click OK 1. Choose to keep the newest version of the file by clicking Yes.
Note: From this point on, you must provide Windows with a User name and Password every time you are prompted to do so. Remember to click the OK button to properly log into Windows. If you click the Cancel button or press the Escape (ESC) key, you will not log into the network.
Network Component Configuration 1. Once you are back at the Windows 98 desktop, click on your taskbar's Start button, then Settings, then Control Panel, and then double-click the Network icon. 2. The Network window will appear. Click on the Configuration tab. A window similar to the one below will appear. There may be other components listed in addition to the ones shown below (for example, a Dial-up Adapter), which is normal. If any of the components shown below are missing, however, youll need to manually install them. Refer to Manually Installing the Network Components in the Appendix now. Client for Microsoft Networks Dial-Up Adapter Linksys LNE100TX (v5) Fast Ethernet Adapter TCP/IP -> Dial-Up Adapter TCP/IP -> Linksys LNE100TX (v5) Fast Ethernet Adapter
3. Click the File and Print Sharing button. The File and Print Sharing window will appear. 4a. If you'd like others to be able to access the files on your PC's hard drive, select I want to be able to give others access to my files. 4b. If you'd like to share your printer with other users on the network, select I want to be able to allow others to print to my printer.
Note: If you do not enable File and Print Sharing, your PC will be invisible on the network and inaccessible to other users.
6. After ensuring that all of the listed network components are installed on your system, in the Primary Network Logon box select Client for Microsoft Networks.
Note: Your Computer and Workgroup Names must both be fewer than 15 characters, and should only consist only of numbers and letters.

9. Enter a description of your computer in the Computer Description box. This box is optional, and can be left blank. 10. Choose the Access Control tab. Ensure that Shared-level access control is selected.
11. Click the OK button. Your system may ask you for your Windows Millennium CD-ROM or the location of the Windows Millennium installation files. If it does, direct Windows to the appropriate location, (i.e., D:\win9x if you have the Windows Millennium CD-ROM, or C:\windows\options\install). 8. Type the name of your workgroup in the Workgroup box. The Workgroup name should be the same Workgroup Name in use by all of the other PCs on the network. Use the same Workgroup Name that is in use on your other computers for ease of use. Do NOT click the OK button when you are done. 12. Once Windows has copied the necessary files, the System Settings Change window appears. Remove all disks from your PC and click Yes to restart your PC. If you don't see this window restart your PC. Remember to remove any installation disks or CD-ROMs prior to rebooting.
13. A Logon window will appear, requiring you to enter a User name and Password. Make up a user name and password (if you havent already) and click the OK button. Do not click the Cancel button or press the Escape key. Clicking either of these buttons will prevent you from logging into the network. If the logon does not appear or if it does not allow you to log on, refer to the Troubleshooting section. 14. Once you are at the Windows Millennium desktop, double-click the My Network Places icon, the Entire Network icon, and then the Your WorkGroup icon. You should see one icon for the entire network and the names of the other PCs on the network. If you can see your computer along with all the other computers on the network in Network Neighborhood, then the Windows Millennium network configuration is complete. Continue with Sharing Your Files and Printers in the Appendix if you want your PCs data or printer to be available to others on the network.You may stop here, however, if you wish to configure File and Printer Sharing at a later time. Refer to the Troubleshooting section if: You don't see anything at all in Entire Network and have pressed the F5 key on your keyboard a few times to refresh the screen. You only see your own computer in Entire Network. You see all computers on the network except yours and have tried pressing the F5 key a few times. You only see computers that are running the same operating system as you and you dont see any others.
Windows NT 4.0 Installation and Setup
Overview The following instructions will set up the EtherFast 10/100 LAN Card in a computer running NT 4.0 server/workstation. You should have your original Windows NT CD-ROM available during the installation, as you might be asked to supply it. Always consult your NT documentation if you have questions.
Note: If you have installed any Service Packs, you will need to reinstall them after installing and setting up the 10/100 LAN Card.

To install the network driver for an NT 4.0 Server or Workstation 1. Log into Windows NT as an administrator. 2. Click on Start, Settings, Control Panel, and then double-click on the Network icon. 3. If you have not previously installed Windows NT networking on your computer, a message will appear that reads: Windows NT Networking is not installed. Do you want to install it now?
If you see this message, click the Yes button to install NT networking along with the EtherFast Card's network driver, and continue with step 1 on the following page. If you don't see this message, NT networking is already installed. Skip to the Installing the EtherFast Network Driver if Networking is Already Installed section.
Installing NT Networking and the EtherFast Card Driver 1. After clicking on the Yes button, the Network Setup Wizard window will appear. 2. When the screen below appears, put a checkmark next to Wired to the network and then click the Next button.
4. At the Select Network Adapter screen, click the Have Disk button and insert the EtherFast 10/100 LAN Card Driver Disk into drive A.
5. At the Insert Disk screen, type A:\ into the field on your screen and click the OK button.
3. Click the Select from list. button to select the network adapter.
6. Highlight the Linksys LNE100TX(v5) Fast Ethernet Adapter entry in the window that appears and click the OK button.
7. Make sure there is a check mark beside TCP/IP Protocol X(v5) Fast Ethernet Adapter. Uncheck any others that may be checked and then click the Next button to continue.
Note: If you install the TCP/IP protocol, refer to your Windows NT documentation when installation steps that arent listed in this User Guide appear. Linksys does not provide technical support for the configuration or troubleshooting of the TCP/IP protocol.
6. The adapter will be added to the list of Network Adapters on the Network Setup Wizard screen. Click the Next button.
9. Click the Next button to proceed through the subsequent screens. If you are asked to supply your original Windows NT CD-ROM or setup disks, place your Windows NT CD-ROM in your CD drive. If the CD-ROM loads a pop-up window, close it. Type D:\i386 (or the appropriate CD-ROM drive letter) in the box and click the Continue button.
10. NT will ask you to choose a media type for the EtherFast card. Choose AutoSense. You can change these settings later if needed. Then, click the Continue button.
12. When you reach the following screen, choose either Workgroup or Domain, depending on the type of network you're setting up. (Your Microsoft documentation explains the difference between Workgroups and Domains.) Click the Next button to continue.
11. You may be asked if there if a DHCP Server on your network. Verify if there is, and if you wish to use DHCP, and click the Yes or No button on the following screen, accordingly.

6. When NT asks you for the media type. Choose the AutoSense option. When finished, click the Continue button. Then, click the Close button.
7. If Windows NT asks you to supply your original Windows NT CD-ROM or setup disks, direct Windows NT to the proper location (most likely D:\i386, where D represents the letter of your CD-ROM drive).
Windows 2000 Installation and Setup
Overview After physically installing the EtherFast 10/100 LAN Card in your computer, follow these instructions to install the network device driver. The installation procedure for the network driver will vary slightly depending on which version of Windows 2000 you are using, and on your current system configuration. If at any time during the installation you encounter problems, consult the Troubleshooting section.
Note: Prior to proceeding, ensure that you are operating Windows 2000 with administrative rights. If you log into Windows 2000 without administrative rights, you may run into problems during the installation.
3. The Install Hardware Device Drivers dialog box will appear. When Ethernet Controller is displayed, select Search for a suitable driver for my device (Recommended) and click the Next button.
Installing the Network Cards Driver 1. Start and log on to your Windows 2000 PC. 2. Windows will display the Found New Hardware Wizard box. Click the Next button to continue. 4. The Locate Driver Files dialog box will appear. Select Specify a location and click the Next button.
5. When the Found New Hardware Wizard box appears, insert the Linksys LNE100TX (v5) Fast Ethernet Adapter Drivers diskette into your floppy drive. In the Copy manufacturers files from field, type A:\WIN2000 and click the OK button
7. The Completing the Found New Hardware Wizard dialog box will appear. Click the Finish button to complete the installation.
6. The Driver File Search Results dialog box will appear. Click the Next button to continue.
8. Remove the floppy disk from the floppy drive.

9. You receive DHCP Errors in Windows. If you are connecting to a DHCP server, check your cabling and connection. If you require TCP/IP to be configured, check with your network administrator or your Windows documentation for proper settings. If you dont have a DHCP server on your network and your network setup doesnt require TCP/IP, you may remove the TCP/IP component from Windows networking. To do this, click on Start, Settings, Control Panel, then double-click on Network. Click once on the component entry with the words TCP/IP and Linksys or TCP/IP on its own, then click on the Remove button. Click OK when finished and restart your PC. If the problem persists, try running the diagnostics. 10. In Network Neighborhood you can only see computers running the same operating system as your computer (i.e., your PC is running Windows 95 and it can only see other Windows 95 computers and not any computer running Windows 98). Choose Start, Find, Computer and type the name of the computer in the window that comes up and click Find Now. Now make sure that you are using the same protocol(s) and workgroup name on the 95 and 98 computers. To do this, click Start, Settings, Control Panel on two computers running different Windows operating systems. Click on the Network icon, choose the Configuration tab, then click on the Identification tab for Workgroup name. Compare the protocols on both computers and make sure that they are the same. If any protocols are missing, refer to the Manually Installing Network Components in Windows 95 and 98 section in the Appendix to install any needed protocol(s). If all computers are using the same protocol(s) and Workgroup name, and Windows 95 computers can't see Windows 98 computers, enable NetBIOS on all the computers using Windows 95 and 98. Follow these instructions: The IPX/SPX-compatible protocol should be installed on all Windows computers (see the Manually Installing Network Components in Windows 95 and 98 section in the Appendix if you need to add this protocol). Bring up the properties of the IPX/SPX-compatible protocol by clicking on Start, Settings, Control Panel, then double-click the Network icon. Choose the Configuration tab and highlight IPX/SPX-compatible Protocol. Click on Properties. Now, to install NetBIOS, click on the NetBIOS tab. Put a check next to I want to enable NetBIOS over IPX/SPX. Click OK, then OK again. Windows will copy the appropriate files to your computer. When asked to restart your PC, remove any floppy disks and click OK. Be sure to do this on all of your computers that are having trouble seeing your entire network.

Note: Any printer you wish to share from your PC must be physically connected to your PC.
Installing the Driver in Windows 95 Version A 1. Windows 95 will detect the EtherFast card and display a New Hardware Found window.
2. Slide the EtherFast Card Driver Disk into drive A. 3. Select Driver from disk provided by hardware manufacturer, then click OK.
3. Using your right mouse button, click once on the printer that you want to share with other users. Click on Sharing, followed by the Sharing tab. 4. Click on Share As. In the Share Name box, give a name to the printer you want to share. If you want to assign a password to the printer so that only certain users can access it, type a password in the Password box. 5. Click on the Apply button, followed by the OK button. Your printer(s) are now shared.
Note: Not all printers may be shared on the network. Others may require special instructions. Refer to your printers user guide or contact your printer manufacturer if you think this may be the case with your printer.
4. When asked for the location of the files, type a:\ and click OK. If Windows 95 goes straight to the desktop, refer to the Troubleshooting section. 5. Windows 95 will copy the appropriate network drivers to your PC. If Windows 95 asks you to supply your original Windows 95 installation CDROM or setup files, enter the appropriate path for those files (e.g.: A:\, D:\WIN95, C:\WINDOWS\OPTIONS\CABS). 6. During the installation, windows may ask you for a computer and workgroup name. Once you have established computer and workgroup names, return here to continue with the installation. 7. After Windows 95 has completed copying the necessary files to your PC, it may ask you to restart your computer. Remove the floppy disk and click OK. The Windows 95 Version A driver installation is complete. Please continue on to Windows 95 Network Component Configuration section in the Windows 95 Installation and Setup chapter. Consult your Windows documentation for network configuration information if necessary.
The Printer Sharing setup and installation is complete. Your printer can now be accessed by other network users. The printers driver may have to be installed on other PCs. Consult your printers documentation.
Novell NetWare 3.x Client Setup for Windows 95 or 98 The instructions below explain how to set up the regular Novell NetWare 3.x client for use on a Windows 98 or 95 PC. If you are installing NetWares Client32 software instead, follow the instructions in that chapter. 1. Follow the Windows 95 setup instructions or the Windows 98 setup instructions. 2. Start up Windows 95 or 98. Click on Start, Settings, then Control Panel. Double-click on Network. The Network window appears. Click on the Configuration tab. 3. In the Primary Logon Box, choose Client for NetWare Networks. 4. Under the The following network components are installed box, highlight Client for NetWare Networks and click on the Properties button. 5. The Client for NetWare Networks Properties window appears. Under the General tab, enter the name of your networks Preferred Server. Assign the First Network Drive Letter; the default is F. Make sure the Enable logon script processing is checked. 6. Click OK. Click on the Access Control tab. Make sure the Share-level access control option is selected; do not select User-level access control. 7. When youre done, click OK to restart your computer. The NetWare portion of your Windows setup is complete.

CPU (Central Processing Unit) - The computing part of the computer. Also called the "processor," it is made up of the control unit and ALU. CSMA/CD (Carrier Sense Multiple Access/Collision Detection) - The LAN access method used in Ethernet. When a device wants to gain access to the network, it checks to see if the network is quiet (senses the carrier). If it is not, it waits a random amount of time before retrying. If the network is quiet and two devices access the line at exactly the same time, their signals collide. When the collision is detected, they both back off and each wait a random amount of time before retrying. Download - To receive a file transmitted over a network. In a communications session, download means receive, upload means transmit. Driver - A workstation or server software module that provides an interface between a network interface card and the upper-layer protocol software running in the computer; it is designed for a specific NIC, and is installed during the initial installation of a network-compatible client or server operating system. Ethernet - IEEE standard network protocol that specifies how data is placed on and retrieved from a common transmission medium. Has a transfer rate of 10 Mbps. Forms the underlying transport vehicle used by several upper-level protocols, including TCP/IP and XNS. Fast Ethernet - A 100 Mbps technology based on the 10Base-T Ethernet CSMA/CD network access method. Full Duplex - The ability of a device or line to transmit data simultaneously in both directions. Half Duplex - Data transmission that can occur in two directions over a single line, but only one direction at a time. Hardware - Hardware is the physical aspect of computers, telecommunications, and other information technology devices. The term arose as a way to distinguish the "box" and the electronic circuitry and components of a computer from the program you put in it to make it do things. The program came to be known as the software.
Hub - The device that serves as the central location for attaching wires from workstations. Can be passive, where there is no amplification of the signals; or active, where the hubs are used like repeaters to provide an extension of the cable that connects to a workstation. IEEE - The Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers. The IEEE describes itself as "the world's largest technical professional society -- promoting the development and application of electrotechnology and allied sciences for the benefit of humanity, the advancement of the profession, and the wellbeing of our members." The IEEE fosters the development of standards that often become national and international standards. The organization publishes a number of journals, has many local chapters, and several large societies in special areas, such as the IEEE Computer Society. IP Address - In the most widely installed level of the Internet Protocol (Internet Protocol) today, an IP address is a 32-binary digit number that identifies each sender or receiver of information that is sent in packet across the Internet. When you request an HTML page or send e-mail, the Internet Protocol part of TCP/IP includes your IP address in the message (actually, in each of the packets if more than one is required) and sends it to the IP address that is obtained by looking up the domain name in the Uniform Resource Locator you requested or in the e-mail address you're sending a note to. At the other end, the recipient can see the IP address of the Web page requestor or the e-mail sender and can respond by sending another message using the IP address it received. IRQ (Interrupt ReQuest) - A hardware interrupt on a PC. There are 16 IRQ lines used to signal the CPU that a peripheral event has started or terminated. Except for PCI devices, two devices cannot use the same line. ISP - An ISP (Internet service provider) is a company that provides individuals and companies access to the Internet and other related services such as Web site building and virtual hosting. LAN - A local area network (LAN) is a group of computers and associated devices that share a common communications line and typically share the resources of a single processor or server within a small geographic area (for example, within an office building). MAC Address - The MAC (Media Access Control) address is your computer's unique hardware number.

Mbps (MegaBits Per Second) - One million bits per second; unit of measurement for data transmission. Motherboard - A motherboard is the physical arrangement in a computer that contains the computer's basic circuitry and components. Network - A system that transmits any combination of voice, video and/or data between users. NIC (Network Interface Card) - A board installed in a computer system, usually a PC, to provide network communication capabilities to and from that computer system. Also called an adapter. PCI (Peripheral Component Interconnect) - A peripheral bus commonly used in PCs, Macintoshes and workstations. It was designed primarily by Intel and first appeared on PCs in late 1993. PCI provides a high-speed data path between the CPU and peripheral devices (video, disk, network, etc.). There are typically three or four PCI slots on the motherboard. In a Pentium PC, there is generally a mix of PCI and ISA slots or PCI and EISA slots. Early on, the PCI bus was known as a "local bus." PCI provides "plug and play" capability, automatically configuring the PCI cards at startup. When PCI is used with the ISA bus, the only thing that is generally required is to indicate in the CMOS memory which IRQs are already in use by ISA cards. PCI takes care of the rest. PCI allows IRQs to be shared, which helps to solve the problem of limited IRQs available on a PC. For example, if there were only one IRQ left over after ISA devices were given their required IRQs, all PCI devices could share it. In a PCIonly machine, there cannot be insufficient IRQs, as all can be shared. Port - A pathway into and out of the computer or a network device such as a switch or router. For example, the serial and parallel ports on a personal computer are external sockets for plugging in communications lines, modems and printers. RJ-45 (Registered Jack-45) - A connector similar to a telephone connector that holds up to eight wires, used for connecting Ethernet devices.
Software - Instructions for the computer. A series of instructions that performs a particular task is called a "program." The two major categories of software are "system software" and "application software." System software is made up of control programs such as the operating system and database management system (DBMS). Application software is any program that processes data for the user. A common misconception is that software is data. It is not. Software tells the hardware how to process the data. Storage - The semi-permanent or permanent holding place for digital data. STP (Shielded Twisted Pair) - Telephone wire that is wrapped in a metal sheath to eliminate external interference. TCP/IP - Transmission Control Protocol/Internet Protocol (TCP/IP) is the basic communication language or protocol of the Internet. It can also be used as a communications protocol in a private network (either an intranet or an extranet). When you are set up with direct access to the Internet, your computer is provided with a copy of the TCP/IP program just as every other computer that you may send messages to or get information from also has a copy of TCP/IP. Throughput - The amount of data moved successfully from one place to another in a given time period. Upload - To receive a file transmitted over a network. In a communications session, upload means transmit, download means receive. UTP - Unshielded twisted pair is the most common kind of copper telephone wiring. Twisted pair is the ordinary copper wire that connects home and many business computers to the telephone company. To reduce crosstalk or electromagnetic induction between pairs of wires, two insulated copper wires are twisted around each other. Each signal on twisted pair requires both wires. Since some telephone sets or desktop locations require multiple connections, twisted pair is sometimes installed in two or more pairs, all within a single cable. Workgroup - Two or more individuals that share files and databases.

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Use this guide to install any LNE100TX-based Linksys product

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COPYRIGHT & TRADEMARKS Copyright 2000 Linksys, All Rights Reserved. EtherFast is a registered trademark of Linksys. Microsoft, Windows, and the Windows logo are registered trademarks of Microsoft Corporation. All other trademarks and brand names are the property of their respective proprietors. LIMITED WARRANTY Linksys guarantees that every EtherFast 10/100 LAN Card is free from physical defects in material and workmanship under normal use for the lifetime of the card. If the product proves defective during this warranty period, call Linksys Customer Support in order to obtain a Return Authorization number. BE SURE TO HAVE YOUR PROOF OF PURCHASE ON HAND WHEN CALLING. RETURN REQUESTS CANNOT BE PROCESSED WITHOUT PROOF OF PURCHASE. When returning a product, mark the Return Authorization number clearly on the outside of the package and include your original proof of purchase. IN NO EVENT SHALL LINKSYS LIABILITY EXCEED THE PRICE PAID FOR THE PRODUCT FROM DIRECT, INDIRECT, SPECIAL, INCIDENTAL, OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES RESULTING FROM THE USE OF THE PRODUCT, ITS ACCOMPANYING SOFTWARE, OR ITS DOCUMENTATION. Linksys makes no warranty or representation, expressed, implied, or statutory, with respect to its products or the contents or use of this documentation and all accompanying software, and specifically disclaims its quality, performance, merchantability, or fitness for any particular purpose. Linksys reserves the right to revise or update its products, software, or documentation without obligation to notify any individual or entity. Please direct all inquiries to: Linksys P.O. Box 18558, Irvine, CA 92623. FCC STATEMENT The EtherFast 10/100 LAN Card 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. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used according to the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which is found by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures: Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna Increase the separation between the equipment or device Connect the equipment to an outlet other than the receivers Consult a dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for assistance

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Linksys EtherFast Series

Table of Contents

Introduction Getting to Know the EtherFast 10/100 LAN Card Installing the EtherFast 10/100 LAN Card Windows 98 Installation and Setup Windows 95 Installation and Setup Windows 2000 Installation and Setup Windows NT 4.0 Installation and Setup Novell Client32 Setup for Windows 95 & 98 Novell Network Server Setup Troubleshooting Appendix Sharing Your Files and Printers Installing the Driver in Windows 95 Version A Novell NetWare 3.x Client Setup for Windows 98 or 95 Windows 98 or 95 Client for Windows NT Starting Over in Windows 95, 98 or 2000 Manually Installing the Network Components in Windows 95 and Windows 98 Installing and Configuring Wake-On-LAN About Plug-and-Play PCI Technology Linux, Open Source and Beta Operating Systems Twisted Pair Cabling Crimping Your Own Network Cables Specifications Customer Support 69 70

LED labeled Speed. The LEDs all operate as shown above, however, regardless of how theyre labeled.
The RJ-45 Port The RJ-45 Port is where you will connect your Category 3 or 5 network cabling. See page 67 for detailed information on network cabling.
Installing the EtherFast 10/100 LA N Card
Overview Each EtherFast 10/100 LAN Card is equipped with an RJ-45 port that automatically adjusts to either 10Mbps or 100Mbps speeds, allowing your PC to attach to either Fast Ethernet (also known as 100BaseTX) or regular 10BaseT Ethernet network segments without additional hardware or software. The card should only be used with twisted-pair cabling. 10BaseT and 100BaseTX cabling is available in a number of different grades. For best results, we recommend using 8-wire, category 5 unshielded twisted-pair for both 10BaseT and 100BaseTX network segments, although category 3 can be used for 10BaseT segments. The cable that runs from your PCs EtherFast card to your network should not exceed 100 meters (328 feet). Both Category 3 and 5 twisted-pair cabling can be purchased at most computer stores, or if you prefer, you can crimp your own cables. See page 67 for wiring information. Installing the Network Card & Cabling 1. Power off your PC and any peripheral equipment attached to it. Unplug your PCs power cord. 2. Remove your computer's outside cover. 3. Open your computer and locate the PCI slot(s) on your motherboard. PCI slots are easily identified by their beige or white color, and by the fact that network cards fit snugly into them. Remove the metal slot cover on the back of the PC, then insert the EtherFast 10/100 LAN Card into a PCI card slot, as shown in the photograph on the next page (top).
Note: Some network cards might need a bit of muscle to be installed. Our network cards are built strongly, and are hard to break. Avoid a call to technical support by making sure that your card is inserted all the way into your PCs network slot!
4. If you are interested in Wake-On-LAN, you can go to page 62 now. Wake-On-LAN can be installed at any time, so there is no need to do it now. If you dont know what Wake On LAN is, or if you know that you dont want to use WOL, proceed to step 5 on the next page and return to WOL later.

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4. Select "Search for the best driver for your device (Recommended). Click Next.
5. Select "Floppy disk drives". Click Next to continue.
6. A window will open saying that Windows is now ready to install the Linksys LNE100TX Fast Ethernet Adapter driver (seen on the next page). Click Next.
Note: Windows 98 may ask you for a computer or workgroup name. If so, skip ahead to the instructions on page 13. Once you have established your computer and workgroup names, return to where you left off and continue with the installation.

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7. Windows will begin copying the EtherFast Cards driver files to your PC. Refer to the chart below to help guide you through the process.
Under no circumstance are you to click Cancel or Skip!
If your PC asks for the Linksys Setup or Driver Disk
1. Click OK. 2. Ensure that the Driver Disk is in your PCs floppy drive. 3. Type a:\ in the Copy files from: box. 4. Click OK. 1. Click OK. 2. If you have a Windows 98 CD-ROM, type d:\win98 in the Copy files from: box, where d: is your CD-ROM drive. 3. If you dont have a Windows 98 CD-ROM, type: c:\windows\options\cabs. 4. Click OK. 1. Insert the Driver Disk into your PCs floppy drive. 2. Type a:\ in the Copy files from: box. 3. Click OK 1. Choose to keep the newest version of the file by clicking Yes.
If you are asked to supply your Windows 98 Installation Files or Disks
If you are asked for a file that includes LNE100TX in its name
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8. Windows will finish installing the software onto your PC. Click Finish.
9. When asked if you want to restart your PC, remove the Driver Disk and click Yes. If you are using the Windows CD-ROM, leave it in your PC. You may need it later.
10. If Windows does not ask you to restart your PC, click the Start button, choose Shut Down, choose Restart, then click Yes. The Windows 98 driver installation is complete. Please continue on to the next section, which will provide instructions for configuring Windows 98s network protocol. Consult your network administrator for your network configuration information if necessary.
Note: From this point on, you must provide Windows with a User name and Password every time you are prompted to do so. Remember to click OK to properly log into Windows. If you click Cancel or hit the Escape (ESC) key, you will not log into the network.

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Network Component Configuration 1. Once you are back at the Windows 98 desktop, click on your taskbar's Start button, then Settings, then Control Panel, and then double-click the Network icon. 2. The Network window will appear. Click on the Configuration tab. A window similar to the one below will appear. There may be other components listed in addition to the ones shown below (for example, a Dial-up Adapter), which is normal. If any of the components shown below are missing, however, youll need to manually install them. Refer to Manually Installing the Network Components on page 60 now. Client for Microsoft Networks Linksys LNE100TX Fast Ethernet Adapter (LNE100TX v4) IPX/SPX-compatible Protocol NetBEUI TCP/IP

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Windows 95 Installation & Setup
Overview After installing the EtherFast hardware in your computer, follow these instructions for installing the network driver. The installation procedure for the network driver will vary slightly depending on the version of Windows 95 you are using and your current system configuration. For troubleshooting tips during setup, refer to page 45. There are different versions of Windows 95: Version A Version B (also known as OSR2) The installation procedure for the network driver will vary slightly depending on which version of Windows 95 you are using. To begin the driver installation, and to determine which version of Windows 95 you are using: 1. If you already havent, start up your PC. 2. Windows 95 will automatically detect the EtherFast Card in your computer. If an Update Device Driver Wizard window (below, or another similar window) appears, you are using Windows 95 version B. If not, you are using version A. Skip to page 52.
Note: During the installation, Windows 95 may ask you for a computer or workgroup name. If so, skip ahead to the instructions on page 21. Once you have established your computer and workgroup names, go back to where you left off and continue with the installation.

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Installing the Driver in Windows 95 Version B 1. While the Update Device Driver Wizard window is visible (previous page), put the EtherFast Card 10/100 LAN Card Driver Disk into your floppy drive and click Next. 2. Windows 95 will find the Linksys LNE100TX Fast Ethernet Adapter (LNE100TX v4) driver on the disk. If Windows fails to find the driver, see problem 2 on page 45. Click Finish.
3. Windows will begin copying the EtherFast Cards driver files to your PC. Refer to the chart on the next page to help guide you through the process.

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Under no circumstance are you to click Cancel or Delete!
1. Click OK. 2. Ensure that the Driver Disk is in your PCs floppy drive. 3. Type a:\ in the Copy files from: box. 4. Click OK. 1. Click OK. 2. If you have a Windows 95 CD-ROM, type d:\win95 in the Copy files from: box, where d: is your CD-ROM drive. 3. If you dont have a Windows 95 CD-ROM, type: c:\windows\options\cabs. 4. Click OK. 1. Insert the Driver Disk into your PCs floppy drive. 2. Type a:\ in the Copy files from: box. 3. Click OK 1. Choose to keep the newest version of the file by clicking Yes.
If you are asked to supply your Windows 95 Installation Files or Disks
4. When asked if you want to restart your PC, remove the Driver Disk and click Yes. If you are using the Windows CD-ROM, leave it in your PC. You may need it later.

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3. Click on the Select from list. button to select a network adapter.
4. Click on the Have Disk button. Insert the EtherFast 10/100 LAN Card Driver Disk into drive A. Type a:\ into the box on your screen and hit OK.
5. Highlight the Linksys LNE100TX Fast Ethernet Adapter (LNE100TX v4) entry in the window that appears. Click OK.

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6. The adapter will be added to the list of installed Network Adapters. Click Next.
7. Place check marks beside each listed network protocol that you wish to install. See your Microsoft Windows NT user guide or talk to your network administrator for more information about network protocols. When you're finished, click Next.
Note: If you install the TCP/IP protocol, refer to your system administrator or your Windows NT documentation when installation steps that arent listed in this User Guide appear. Linksys does not provide technical support for the configuration or troubleshooting of the TCP/IP protocol.

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8. A list of services will appear. Click Next to approve these services, followed by Next again.
9. NT will probably ask you to supply your original Windows NT CD-ROM or setup disks. If so, place your Windows NT CD-ROM in your CD drive. If the CD-ROM loads a pop-up window, close it. Type D:\i386 (or the appropriate CD-ROM drive letter) in the box and click Continue.
10. NT will ask you to choose a media type for the EtherFast card. Choose AutoSense. You can change these settings later if needed. When finished, click OK.

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11. NT will copy the necessary network drivers to your PC. When the copying is complete, you will see a list of installed bindings. Change the bindings settings if needed and click Next. Click Next again.
Note: For information and help on choosing your bindings, services and protocols, ask your network administrator, or check your Windows NT documentation.
12. Choose either Workgroup or Domain, depending on the type of network you're setting up. (Your Microsoft documentation explains the difference between Workgroups and Domains.) Click Next.

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10. Remove your Driver Disk and CD-ROM and click Yes to restart your PC.
11. Once your PC has rebooted, double-click the Network Neighborhood icon on your desktop. Ensure that you have access to the network. If you do, your card has been properly installed. If you had previously installed any NT service packs, you must re-install them. Otherwise, you may receive Not Enough Service Storage Space errors in the Event Viewer. If you need to install the TCP/IP protocol, refer to your system administrator or your Windows NT documentation. Linksys does not provide technical support for the configuration or troubleshooting of the TCP/IP protocol The Windows NT Installation and Setup of the EtherFast 10/100 LAN Card is complete.

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Novell Client32 Setup for Windows 95 and 98
Overview You must install Novell Client32 drivers connecting to a 4.x or 5.0 server while in Windows 95.
Note: Novell Client 3.x setup can be found on page 53.
If you are using Windows 98, you must obtain the latest version of Client32. The installation is very similar to that of Windows 95 OSR2. Follow the OSR2 (version B) instructions below. When asked for the location of the drivers, specify a:\client32 on the EtherFast 10/100 LAN Card Driver Disk. Before you begin, obtain the Client32 disks or CD-ROM from Novell. You may be able to download a copy of the disk(s) from Novell's web site. Novell Client32 Pre-Installation Follow the directions below to ensure that your PC is prepared to have Novell Client configured to the EtherFast Card. 1. If Novell's Client32 drivers are already installed on your PC, complete the following to remove any network adapter settings that may conflict with the EtherFast card: Click on Start, then Settings, then Control Panel, and then double-click on the Network icon. If you see any network adapters listed in the box, remove them. Remove all floppy disks from your computer and reboot. 2. If you have not installed Novell's Client32 drivers onto your computer, run the Client32 SETUP.EXE program. When the program appears, click Yes, followed by Start to begin the installation. When Setup is finished copying files to your system, reboot. Installing the Novell Client Driver onto Your PC There are currently two versions of Windows 95. Version A A later release also known as OSR2, or version B

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The Client32 installation will be different, depending on the version of Windows that you are using. If you are using Windows 98, click Next. Choose Search for the best driver for your device (recommended) and click Next again. Skip to step 5. If a window appears that is titled New Hardware Found, you are using Windows 95 version A. Begin at step 1. If a window appears that is titled Update Device Driver Wizard, you are using Windows 95 version B. Skip to step 4. 1. You are using Windows 95 version A. Click OK. Click on the Driver from disk provided by hardware manufacturer option. Click OK again. 2. Place the Driver Disk into drive A. Type a:\client32 and hit the Enter key on your keyboard. If you receive a Msgsrv32 error message, don't worryjust click the Ignore button. Some versions of the Client32 Novell software have a bug. Ignore it and proceed. 3. Windows 95 will begin copying files to your PC. Supply any setup disks or CD-ROMs as necessary. When asked if you want to restart your computer, choose Yes. Skip to step 7. 4. You are using Windows 95 version B. Click Next. Windows 95 will scan your computer. 5. Click on the Other Locations or Specify Location button when it appears. Place the Driver Disk into drive A. Type a:\client32 and press OK. Windows 95 or 98 will locate the client driver. Click on the Finish button. If you receive a Msgsrv32 error message, don't worry -- just click on the Ignore button. Some versions of the Client32 Novell software have a bug. Ignore it and proceed. 6. When the installation is complete, restart your computer. 7. When you return to your desktop, click on Start, then Settings, then Control Panel, and then double-click on the Network icon.

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8. Double-click on Novell NetWare Client32 and make any setting changes as necessary. When you're finished, save your changes and reboot. The Client32 drivers have been installed. You should now be able to access your Novell NetWare network through the Network Neighborhood icon. If you would also like to enable Windows 95 or 98 built-in networking in order to share files, drives, and printers between computers, follow all of the directions in the Sharing Your Files and Printers section on page 50 of this user guide.

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7. Add the LOAD and BIND statements to your server's AUTOEXEC.NCF file so that the LAN driver loads automatically each time your server is started up. The loading and binding is complete. The server is ready. Installing a 5.x Server 1. On the PC in which you installed the EtherFast card, simultaneously press CTRL and ESC. 2. When the next screen pops up, select the number for System Console and press Enter. 3. In the System Console prompt, load NWCONFIG by typing nwconfig and hitting Enter. 4. Highlight Driver Options. Press Enter. 5. Highlight Configure network drivers. Press Enter. 6. Highlight Select a driver. Press Enter. 7. Press INS to Install an unlisted driver. 8. Press F3 to Specify a different path. 9. In the Specify a directory path box, type A:\NETWARE\SERVER\NW50 and press Enter. 10. In the next box, ensure that LNE100TX.LAN | Linksys LNE100TX Fast Ethernet Driver is highlighted. Press Enter. 11. You will be asked Do you want to copy driver LNE100TX.LAN. Highlight Yes, then press Enter. 12. Files will begin copying to your hard drive. Afterwards, a Protocol and Parameter screen will pop up. Highlight Select/Modify driver parameters and protocol. Press Enter. 13. Arrow down the list that appears and choose which protocols you want to install. Press F10 to save.

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14. Highlight Save Parameters and Load Driver. Press Enter. 15. Your PC will examine the network. This may take a few minutes. 16. You may be prompted several times for a network on which to bind IPX to LNE100TX_1. Accept the default numbers if you are not sure which values to assign. 17. When asked Do you want to select an additional Network driver?, highlight No and press Enter. 18. Press ESC a few times to exit the program. The loading and binding are complete. The server is ready.

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Troubleshooting
Troubleshooting hints for Windows can be found below. If you are using Windows NT, NetWare, or another network operating system, skip to the Card Diagnostics instructions on page 49. Troubleshooting Hints for Windows 95 and 98 1. Windows doesnt detect new hardware with the EtherFast Card hardware installed, or it continues to detect the card each time you restart your PC. You might not have inserted the PCI card correctly or securely into the appropriate slot of your computer. Check that the card is securely inserted into the appropriate slot. Try inserting your card into an alternate PCI slot. You may have previously aborted a new hardware setup. Follow the directions on page 55. The motherboard in your system might not be Plug-and-Play compatible, your PCs Plug-and-Play settings may not be enabled, or the motherboard may have Plug-and-Play options not supported by Windows 95/98. If you are not sure, contact your PCs manufacturer. 2. Windows cant locate the driver for the EtherFast Card device. You may have inserted the wrong diskette into your PCs drive. The diskette may be defective or files may be missing. Make sure the disk has a few files in a:\ starting with lne100 or a folder called Win95 for Window 95 or Win98 for Windows 98 3. The Windows Logon screen doesnt appear after you restart your computer. Click on Start, Shut Down, then Close All Programs and Logon as a Different User, (in Windows 98, select Log Off). If this doesnt solve the problem, your PCs manufacturer may have disabled Windows networking. Contact your computers manufacturer for help. 4. After entering a username and password, a window appears that reads, No Domain Server could be found to validate your Username and Password. Click on Start, Settings, Control Panel. Double-click on Network. Click on the Configuration tab. Under The Following Network Components are Installed box, highlight Client for Microsoft Networks and click on the Properties button. Once you are in the Client For Microsoft Networks Properties window, make sure that Log on to Windows NT Domain is unchecked. Once you have made sure that it is unchecked click on the OK button and restart your computer.

Note: Not all printers may be shared on the network. Others may require special instructions. Refer to your printers user guide or contact your printer manufacturer if you think this may be the case with your printer.
The Printer Sharing setup and installation is complete. Your printer can now be accessed by other network users. The printers driver may have to be installed on other PCs. Consult your printers documentation.

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Installing the Driver in Windows 95 Version A 1. Windows 95 will detect the EtherFast card and display a New Hardware Found window.
2. Slide the EtherFast Card Driver Disk into drive A. 3. Select Driver from disk provided by hardware manufacturer, then click OK. 4. When asked for the location of the files, type a:\ and click OK. If Windows 95 goes straight to the desktop, refer to problem 2 on page 45. 5. Windows 95 will copy the appropriate network drivers to your PC. If Windows 95 asks you to supply your original Windows 95 installation CDROM or setup files, enter the appropriate path for those files (e.g.: A:\, D:\WIN95, C:\WINDOWS\OPTIONS\CABS). 6. During the installation, windows may ask you for a computer and workgroup name. If so, refer to the step 3, on page 20. Once you have established computer and workgroup names, return here to continue with the installation. 7. After Windows 95 has completed copying the necessary files to your PC, it may ask you to restart your computer. Remove the floppy disk and click OK. The Windows 95 Version A driver installation is complete. Please continue on to Windows 95 Network Component Configuration section on page 19. Consult your network administrator for network configuration information if necessary.

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Novell NetWare 3.x Client Setup for Windows 98 or 95 The instructions below explain how to set up the regular Novell NetWare 3.x client for use on a Windows 98 or 95 PC. If you are installing NetWares Client32 software instead, follow the instructions on page 38. 1. Follow the Windows 95 setup instructions or the Windows 98 setup instructions. 2. Start up Windows 95 or 98. Click on Start, Settings, then Control Panel. Double-click on Network. The Network window appears. Click on the Configuration tab. 3. In the Primary Logon Box, choose Client for NetWare Networks. 4. Under the The following network components are installed box, highlight Client for NetWare Networks and click on the Properties button. 5. The Client for NetWare Networks Properties window appears. Under the General tab, enter the name of your networks Preferred Server. Assign the First Network Drive Letter; the default is F. Make sure the Enable logon script processing is checked. 6. Click OK. Click on the Access Control tab. Make sure the Share-level access control option is selected; do not select User-level access control. 7. When youre done, click OK to restart your computer. The NetWare portion of your Windows setup is complete.

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Windows 98 or 95 Client for Windows NT If you are installing the EtherFast 10/100 Card in a Windows 95 or 98 PC that you plan on logging into a NT domain server, follow the directions below. 1. Follow the Windows 95 setup instructions or the Windows 98 setup instructions 2. Start up Windows. Click on Start, Settings, then Control Panel. Doubleclick on Network. The Network window appears. Click on the Configuration tab. 3. In the Primary Logon Box, you have two choices. Choose one Client for Microsoft Networks, which instructs your PC to log into an NT 4.0 server where you already have a username and password set up. 4. Under the the following network components are installed box, highlight Client for Microsoft Networks and click on the Properties button. 5. The Client for Networks Properties window will appear. Under the Logon Validation box, make sure that Log on to Windows NT domain is checked. Enter the name of your domain into the Windows NT Domain box 6. Optional: Click on the Access Control tab. Make sure that Share-level access control is selected; do not choose User-level access control. If Access Control is grayed out and cannot be selected, refer to Problem 5 in the Troubleshooting section on page 46. 7. When youre done, click OK. When asked if you want to restart your PC, choose to do so. The NT portion of the Windows setup is complete.

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Starting Over in Windows 95, 98 or 2000 If you experience installation difficulties, you may need to re-install all of the Windows networking components from scratch. The instructions below explain how to give your PC a clean sweep so that you can start the EtherFast Cards software installation over. The following instructions are for Windows 95 and 98. To start over in Windows 2000, go to page 58. Starting Over in Windows 95 & 98 1. At the desktop click on the Start Button, highlight Settings, click on Control Panel. 2. Double-click on the Network Icon. 3. If the Configuration box has a component called Dial-Up Adapter, skip forward to step 5. If it doesnt, continue with step 4.
Note: The screen shot above, and the ones on the next three pages, are examples only. They may differ from system to system.

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4. Remove any instance of the name Linksys in the box. This includes IPX/SPXLinksys, NetBEUILinksys, and TCP/IPLinksys. Also remove Client for Microsoft Networks, Client for NetWare Networks, and File and Printer Sharing for Microsoft Networks.
In some cases, removing one of these components may in turn automatically remove other components as well. If this happens, skip ahead to step 6. 5. For PCs with Dial-Up Networking and/or an AOL adapter, remove any instance of the name Linksys, all IPX/SPX protocols, all NetBEUI, all Clients, and File and Printer Sharing for Microsoft Networks. Do not remove Dial-Up Adapter, AOL Adapter, TCP/IP-Compatible ProtocolAOL Adapter or TCP/IP-Compatible Protocol-Dial-Up Adapter.

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6. When you are done removing all the unnecessary components, click OK. When asked to restart, click No. 7. Return to the Windows Control Panel. Double-click on the System Icon. The System Properties window will appear. Click on the Device Manager Tab. 8. Scroll down to the Network Adapters item and expand it by clicking on the open [+] sign.
11. Remove all devices with the name Linksys in its description. (If at any point you are asked to restart the computer, Click No). 12. Scroll down to the Other Devices section. Remove PCI Ethernet Controller or PCI Ethernet Adapter. (If Other Devices is not listed, proceed to the next step.) 13. When youre finished, click on the Close button, shut down Windows, and restart your computer. 14. After your computer has restarted, turn to page 7 for Windows 98 or page 16 for Windows 95 and follow the setup instructions.

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Starting Over in Windows 2000 1. Click the Start button, choose Settings, choose Control Panel, then double-click the System icon.The System Properties window will open. 2. Choose the Hardware tab.
3. Click the Device Manager button. The Device Manager window will open. 4. Click the plus sign (+) beside Network Adapters. The LNE100TX Fast Ethernet Adapter listing should appear.

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5. Right-click on LNE100TX Fast Ethernet Adapter. A menu box should open (below).
6. First, choose Disable. 7. When asked if you want to Disable the device, click Yes.
8. Right-click on the LNE100TX Fast Ethernet Adapter again. This time, select Uninstall. Click OK.
9. The Network Adapters category should be removed from the Device Manager listing. 10. Close the Device Manager, click the System Properties windows OK button, and restart your computer.

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Manually Installing the Network Components in Windows 95 & 98 There may be times when you might need to manually install missing Windows networking components. 1. Click on Start, Settings, then Control Panel. 2. Double-click the Network icon. The Network window appears. 3. Click on the Configuration tab. Make sure that the following network components are installed. Client for Microsoft Networks Linksys LNE 100TX Fast Ethernet Adapter (LNE100TX v4) IPX/SPX-compatible Protocol NetBEUI TCP/IP There may be other components listed in addition to the ones shown above. If any of the above components are missing, add them as follows.
Note: You will likely need your Windows CD-ROM to install network components. If your CDROM isnt available, try directing Windows to c:\windows\options\cabs when asked for a file location.

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About Plug-and-Play PCI Technology The EtherFast 10/100 LAN Card is designed to run in a 32-bit desktop computer equipped with PCI expansion slots. The card is built to the PCI 2.1 standard. Short for Peripheral Components Interconnect, PCI is a technology that allows special Plug-and-Play expansion cards to be automatically configured by a computers BIOS (Basic Input/Output System) once they have been installed. (Refer to your computers user guide for more information about its BIOS.) When a PCI card is used in a computer that supports Plug-and-Play, the card is automatically configured each time the computer is booted. The card's IRQ, I/O address, and other operating parameters are automatically assigned. There is no easy way to change a Plug-and-Play card's IRQ and other settings outside of the BIOS menu(s) that your computer provides. If the resources that are assigned to your EtherFast card seem to conflict with other devices in your computer, you will need to use your system's BIOS to resolve the conflicts. If you have problems configuring your BIOS or resolving IRQ or other hardware conflicts, consult your computers manual or contact your PC's manufacturer for BIOS setup and configuration directions. Here are some general guidelines to follow when installing a PCI card (such as the EtherFast card) into your computer: 1. The EtherFast LAN adapter should be used in a 32-bit PCI slot that supports PCI Bus Mastering. It cannot be plugged into a PCI Bus Slave slot. Consult your motherboard's documentation for more information on master and slave slots. 2. If loading the EMM386.EXE program in your PC's CONFIG.SYS, you must use version MS-DOS 6.22 or above. If you load an older EMM386.EXE program (below DOS 6.22), your PC will hang up while loading the network driver. 3. When using NT, set your systems PNP OS option in the BIOS settings to MANUAL or DISABLE. NT is not a Plug-and-Play OS, and will not usually recognize LAN cards if they are set to be automatically detected and configured. If you need to configure your PC's BIOS in order to resolve an IRQ or other conflict with the EtherFast card, there are a few possibilities:

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No Changes Allowed Your PC may not allow you to change the IRQ value(s) of the PCI slot(s). In this case, you will ONLY be able to use the IRQ and I/O values that have been pre-assigned to each slot. The popular BIOS from Phoenix, for example, does not generally allow you to modify BIOS-assigned IRQ settings. Jumper Changes You may be able to change the IRQ & I/O values for a given PCI slot by setting jumpers on your PC motherboard. Please refer to your PC's motherboard user guide for specific instructions. Menu Changes Your PC may allow you to change the IRQ & I/O values for a given PCI slot by accessing the PC's BIOS setup menu. Please refer to your PC's user guide for specific details. The BIOSs from companies like AMI and Award are fully customizable from their BIOS menus, for example. Linux, Open Source and Beta Operating Systems Linksys does not provide technical support for Linux, BSD, or other freeware and open source operating systems. Although many Linksys products have been proven to perform well under Linux and other freeware OSes, technical support for setup and troubleshooting is not provided. For information on where to find device drivers and setup instructions for Linux and other freeware OSes, visit the support pages and FAQ files on the Linksys website at www.linksys.com. Linksys doesnt provide technical support for Beta operating systems.

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Twisted-Pair Cabling There are different grades, or categories, of twisted-pair cabling. Category 5 is the most reliable and is highly recommended. Category 3 is a good second choice. Straight-through cables are used for connecting computers to a hub. Crossover cables are used for connecting a hub to another hub (there is an exception: some hubs have a built-in uplink port that is crossed internally, which allows you to link or connect hubs together with a straight-through cable instead). You can buy pre-made Category 5 cabling, or cut and crimp your own. Category 5 cables can be purchased or crimped as either straight-through or crossover cables. A Category 5 cable has 8 thin, color-coded wires inside that run from one end of the cable to the other. All 8 wires are used. In a straight-through cable, wires 1, 2, 3, and 6 at one end of the cable are also wires 1, 2, 3, and 6 at the other end. In a crossover cable, the order of the wires change from one end to the other: wire 1 becomes 3, and 2 becomes 6. See the diagrams on the next page for more detailed information on straight-through and crossover cabling. To determine which wire is wire number 1, hold the cable so that the end of the plastic RJ-45 tip (the part that goes into a wall jack first) is facing away from you. Face the clip down so that the copper side faces up (the springy clip will now be parallel to the floor).When looking down on the copper side, wire 1 will be on the far left.

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Crimping Your Own Network Cables

Straight-Through Cabling

Cross-Over Cabling

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Specifications Model Numbers: LNE100TX v4 LNE100TXu v4 (LAN Card & Cable) LNE10005 v4 (LAN Card 5-Pack LNE10010 v4 (LAN Card 10-Pack) LNE10020 v4 (LAN Card 20-Pack) LNE10060 v4 (LAN Card 60-Pack) LNE100A0 v4 (LAN Card 100-Pack) PCI 2.1 (or higher) compliant PC IEEE 802.3, IEEE 802.3u, PCI 2.1 & 2.2, ACPI, PC99 CSMA/CD One Combo RJ-45 10BaseT/100BaseTX 200Mbps/20Mbps 100Mbps/10Mbps Category 3 (10BaseT only) or 5 UTP/STP Star Link & Activity (Link/Act), 100Mbps (100)
System: Standards: Protocol: Ports: Speed: Full Duplex Half Duplex Cabling: Topology: LED Status Lights:
Environmental Dimensions: Unit Weight: Power: Certifications: Operating Temperature: Storage Temperature: Operating Humidity: Storage Humidity: 5 x 2.3 x 0.75 (122 x 86 x 18 mm) 2.5 oz. (58 grams) 2W Maximum FCC Class B, CE Mark Commercial 0C - 50C (32F - 122F) -20C - 70C (-4F - 158F) 10% - 90% Non-Condensing 5% - 95% Non-Condensing