5-8 CHAPTER 5: WINDOWS 95 AND WINDOWS NT TROUBLESHOOTINGRunning TestsTwo tests help you troubleshoot problems with the NIC: the NICtest and the network test.NIC TestRun the NIC test to determine that the NIC is working correctly.Be sure to run this test after you have verified that the networkis functioning.Follow these steps to run the NIC test:1 Click Run NIC Test to begin the test.A progress bar appears. Results are displayed when the testis completed.2 Click OK.Network TestRun the Network test first if you are experiencing problems withthe NIC. This tests the ability of the 3C509B NIC to transmit andreceive data while connected to the network.Follow these steps to run the Network test:1 Click Run Network Test.The Network Connectivity Test screen is displayed.2 Click Start to begin the test.The PC on the network acting as the receiver in this test isidentified on the right side of the screen. Results are displayedwhen the test is completed.To run the test continuously, select the Continuous check box.3 Click Close.Uninstalling the NICIf you have problems installing NIC software, allow the 3ComInstallation Wizard to finish. The installation cannot be canceledonce it is started.CAUTION: Before attempting to reinstall 3Com NIC installationsoftware, you must first perform the uninstallation process.
