3Com 3C2000 User Manual

134 Windows 2000 Driver InstallationIf you do not want or cannot use the 3Com Master Navigator on your system, use thefollowing procedure to install the drivers for Windows 2000.RequirementsBefore you begin, make sure that:1 All installation requirements are met. See “Hardware Requirements” on page 3.2 The NIC is installed. See “Installing the NIC” on page 4.3 You have Network Administrator privileges.Installing the DriverTo install the driver:1 Turn on the power to the PC.Windows detects the NIC. The Found New Hardware Wizard starts and detects anew Ethernet Controller.2 Insert the 3Com Installation CD in the CD-ROM drive.If the main menu appears, click Exit.3 Click Next to continue from the Found New Hardware Wizard screen.4 Click Next to let Windows search for a suitable driver.5 Click Next to proceed with the search.Windows detects the driver for this device.6 Click Next.The driver is copied to the hard drive.7 Click Finish.The driver is installed.Verifying Successful InstallationTo verify successful NIC installation:1 Right-click My Network Places and select Properties from the menu.2 Check connections in the Network and Dial-up Connections window.NOTE: Verify that the Windows operating system has been upgraded to thelatest version and latest service pack. Also, make sure the correct BIOS andfirmware are installed to ensure the system works correctly.