3Com EtherLink 3C985B-SX Installation And User Manual

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1 Installing the NIC12NIC InstallationTo install a 3Com Gigabit Etherlink Server NIC in your system, perform thefollowing procedure.1 Observe all precautions and pre-installation instructions on page 11.Before installing the NIC, ensure the system power is OFF, and properelectrical grounding procedures have been followed.2 Remove the system cover, and select any empty PCI slot.If you do not know how to identify a PCI slot, refer to your systemdocumentation.3 Remove the blank cover-plate from the slot that you selected.Retain the screw so that it can be replaced later.4 Holding the NIC by the edges, align the NIC’s connector edge withthe PCI connector dock in the system.5 Applying even pressure at both corners of the card, push the NICuntil it is firmly seated in the PCI slot.When properly seated, the NIC’s port connectors will be aligned with theslot opening, and its faceplate will be flush against the system chassis.6 Use the screw removed above to secure the NIC in the PCI card cage.7 Replace the system cover and disconnect any personal anti-staticdevices.8 Power the system on.Once the system returns to proper operation, the NIC hardware is fullyinstalled. You must next connect the network cables (see page 13) andinstall the NIC driver software (see Chapter 2).NOTE: The connector dock in a 32-bit PCI slot is shorter than in a 64-bitPCI slot. Although the NIC is designed to fit in either slot type, wheninstalled in a 32-bit PCI slot, part of the NIC’s connector edge will remainundocked. This is perfectly normal.CAUTION: Do not use excessive force when seating the NIC, as this maydamage the system or the NIC. If the card resists seating, remove it fromthe system, realign it, and try again.