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PCI/PXI GIGABIT ETHERNET ADAPTERS
INSTALLATION GUIDE
National Instruments gigabit Ethernet adapters are based on the
Intel 82540-compatible Ethernet controller.
This document explains how to install and troubleshoot the Ethernet drivers
for your PCI/PXI board. Some boards also contain additional functionality
(for example, GPIB). Refer to the documentation that came with your kit to
install the software for the other functionality.
Installing Your PXI Board
Complete the following steps to i
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3. Remove the cover to give yourself access to the expansion slots. 4. Choose an empty PCI slot and remove the slot cover by unscrewing the screw that secures it. 5. Insert the adapter into the PCI slot and push until it is firmly seated. Reinstall the screw you removed in step 4. 6. Replace the cover and plug in the power cord. Connect the Network Cable Complete the following steps to connect the network cable: 1. Connect a Twisted Pair Ethernet (TPE) network cable to the adapter as shown in
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The cable length is limited to 100 m. The adapter must be connected to a compatible link partner, preferably set to auto-negotiate speed and duplex. The PCI-8231/8232 and PXI-8231/8232 automatically accommodate either MDI or MDI-X connections. The auto-MDI-X feature allows you to directly connect two adapters without using a crossover cable. 2. To configure Ethernet for your adapter, continue with the procedure specific to your operating system outlined later in this guide. Install th
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2. Install the hardware and cables, then power on the computer as shown in the following figure. 3. Install the PCI-PCI bridge driver. Windows automatically detects the new hardware. Follow the prompts in the Wizard. Select the recommended options when given a choice. If Windows asks where to search for a new driver, clear all checkboxes and click Next. 4. Install the Windows Me/98 Ethernet drivers. Windows Me Windows automatically detects the new hardware and displays an Add New Hardware Wi
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If Windows asks where to search for a new driver, make sure the box next to CD-ROM Drive is checked and click Next, as shown in the following figure. Tip If Windows displays a dialog box saying it cannot locate the file on the Intel PRO Adapter CD-ROM, insert the PCI/PXI Gigabit Ethernet Adapters CD-ROM and tell Windows to copy files from the Win98Me directory of the CD-ROM drive (typically d:\Win98Me\). © National Instruments Corporation 5 PCI/PXI Gigabit Ethernet Adapters Installation Gui
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Tip If Windows displays a dialog box indicating it cannot locate a file on the Windows 98 CD-ROM, try inserting the Windows 98 Installation CD-ROM and tell Windows to copy files from either the top directory or the win98 directory of the CD-ROM drive (typically d:\ or d:\win98\). 5. Restart the computer as shown in the following figure, then connect to your network. Windows 2000/XP To install the drivers, complete the following steps: 1. Shut down and power off the computer, as shown in the
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2. Install the hardware and cables, then power on the computer as shown in the following figure. 3. Install the Windows 2000/XP Ethernet drivers. Windows 2000 Windows automatically detects the new hardware and displays a Found New Hardware Wizard window, as shown in the following figure. Insert the PCI/PXI Gigabit Ethernet Adapters CD-ROM and follow the directions. Choose the Recommended options when given a choice. © National Instruments Corporation 7 PCI/PXI Gigabit Ethernet Adapters Inst
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If Windows asks where to search for a new driver, make sure the box next to CD-ROM Drive is checked and click Next. PCI/PXI Gigabit Ethernet Adapters Installation Guide 8 ni.com
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Windows XP Windows automatically detects the new hardware and displays a Found New Hardware Wizard window, as shown in the following figure. Insert the PCI/PXI Gigabit Ethernet Adapters CD-ROM and follow the directions. Choose the Recommended options when given a choice and click Next. Tip If Windows displays an Insert Disk dialog box or indicates it cannot locate a file on the Intel PRO Adapter CD-ROM, insert the PCI/PXI Gigabit Ethernet Adapters CD-ROM and tell Windows to copy files from
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Windows NT 4.02 To install the drivers, complete the following steps: 1. Shut down, then power off the computer as shown in the following figure. 2. Install the hardware and cables, then power on the computer as shown in the following figure. PCI/PXI Gigabit Ethernet Adapters Installation Guide 10 ni.com
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3. Install the Windows NT 4.0 Ethernet drivers. Select Start»Settings»Control Panel»Network»Adapters and click Add as shown in the following figure. Click Have Disk and insert the PCI/PXI Gigabit Ethernet Adapters CD-ROM. You may also be prompted for the original Windows NT CD-ROM. Note Service Pack 5 or later is required for Ethernet driver installation. Advanced features require Service Pack 6a or later. © National Instruments Corporation 11 PCI/PXI Gigabit Ethernet Adapters Installation G
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Note When installing adapters on a Windows NT system that does not have any other adapters installed, you must install Networking support. Tip If Windows displays an Insert Disk dialog box or indicates it cannot locate a file on the Intel PRO Adapter CD-ROM, insert the PCI/PXI Gigabit Ethernet Adapters CD-ROM and tell Windows to copy files from the WinNT directory of the CD-ROM drive (typically d:\WinNT\). 4. Restart the computer as shown in the following figure, then connect to your networ
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Troubleshooting Windows NT Troubleshooting If Windows NT reports an error or you cannot connect to the network, try the following suggestions first. If you are still having trouble, refer to the additional topics in this section. Service Pack 5 or later is required for driver installation. Advanced features require Service Pack 6a or later. When installing adapters on a Windows NT system with no other adapters installed, you must install Networking support. To successfully install Netwo
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WOL558.VXD Missing or Not Found (Windows 98 Only) This error can occur in Windows 98 if an .inf file already installed on the system interferes with the driver installation. Complete the following steps to manually install the Ethernet adapter: 1. Open Windows Explorer. 2. Select Views»Folder Options. 3. Select the View tab. 4. Select Show all files and click OK. 5. Delete net557.inf and net557.pnf in the Windows/inf folder. 6. Double-click the System icon from the Control Panel. 7. Select the
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3. Make sure you are using the correct drivers. Verify that you are using the drivers that came with the adapter. Computer Hangs when Drivers Are Loaded Change the PCI BIOS interrupt settings. Refer to the PCI/PXI Installation Tips section for more information. Diagnostics Pass, but Connection Fails or Errors Occur Check the responding link partner. Make sure the cable is securely attached, is the proper type, and does not exceed the recommended lengths. Try another cable. Make sure th
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PCI/PXI Installation Tips PCI/PXI computers are designed to automatically configure add-in boards each time the computer starts. The PCI/PXI computer sets the I/O address and IRQ level for the peripheral boards when the computer starts. The network drivers cannot change these values. If you experience problems when the computer starts, you may have to follow additional steps. On some computers, manual configuration is possible through the computer’s BIOS setup utility. Refer to the document
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Ethernet Adapter Specifications Dimensions PXI-8232/8231................................ 16.0 by 9.9 cm (6.3 by 3.9 in.) Power requirements PXI-8232......................................... 3.0 W at +3.3 VDC typical PXI-8231......................................... 2.6 W at +3.3 VDC typical Operating environment Ambient temperature ...................... 0 to 55 °C Relative humidity............................ 10 to 90%, noncondensing Storage environment Temperature .............................
