Connecting to the Network 2-5Connecting to the NetworkThis section describes how to connect 10 Mbps or 100 Mbpsnetwork cables to the Fast EtherLink EISA adapter.You must connect the adapter to the network before loadingdrivers.The backplate of the Fast EtherLink EISA adapter contains oneRJ-45 connector. The adapter automatically senses and switchesspeed based on the type of hub to which it is connected.For 10BASE-T Ethernet networks, the Fast EtherLink EISAadapter uses Category 3, 4, or 5 unshielded twisted-pair (UTP)cable. For 100BASE-TX Ethernet networks the Fast EtherLinkEISA adapter supports Category 5 UTP cabling. Refer toAppendix A for more information on cabling.Figure 2-3 shows the backplate of the Fast EtherLink EISAadapter with its RJ-45 connector.Three LEDs are located to the left of the RJ-45 connector.From left to right the LEDs are 100 Mbps, 10 Mbps, and ACT.Refer to Table 5-2 for a summary of LED functions.Figure 2-3 Connecting Twisted-Pair CableRJ-45connectorACTLNK10100
