2-2PCI Ethernet and Fast Ethernet AdaptersPCI Ethernet and Fast Ethernet Adapters User’s GuideStock Number: 511472-00, Rev. A Page: 2-2Print Spec Number: 496708-00Current Date: 5/5/97 ECN Date: 5/971 Turn OFF your computer and unplug it from its power source.2 Disconnect all cables connected to your computer.3 Remove any jewelry from your hands and wrists.4 Using insulated or nonconducting tools, unscrew yourcomputer’s cover from the chassis.5 Carefully lift the adapter out of its antistatic container. Checkthe adapter for any visible signs of damage which may haveoccurred during shipment.If you find a problem, immediately notify your networksupplier and the shipping service which delivered youradapter.Note: Adaptec PCI adapters require a bus masteringslot.6 Remove the metal guard from the back of the expansion slot.7 Holding the adapter by its metal bracket, carefully insert theadapter into the expansion slot. Make sure the board isinserted all the way into the slot. Both rows of gold fingersmust be fully seated in the PC connector.8 Secure the adapter in the expansion slot with the screw usedfor the metal guard.9 Screw the computer’s cover back on the computer.10 Reconnect all devices and cables. See Chapter 3, Connecting toYour Network Cable for more information on network cabling.11 Configure the adapter as described in Configuring the PCIAdapter on page 2-2 or Configuring Quartet Adapters onpage 2-4.Configuring the PCI AdapterYour PCI computer’s BIOS determines available adapter resourcesand configures the Adaptec PCI adapters automatically. However,depending on your system, you may need to configure your mother-board, PCI BIOS, or both.