MaxTech Network Card PCN2000 Series User Manual

High Performance  
Ethernet PCMCIA  
Adapters  
PCN2000 Series  
User'sGuide  
Part #MAN004 Rev. 1.1  
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Contents  
Section One Introduction ............................ 1  
Section Two Installation .............................. 2  
Section Three Network Driver Installation .. 7  
Section Four Troubleshooting ...................... 7  
Section Five Cable Information .................. 9  
Section Six  
Specifications ........................ 10  
Section Seven Technical Support ................ 11  
Section Eight Warranty, FCC And Other  
Information ........................... 11  
Section One - Introduction  
Maxtech'sPCN2000SeriesPCMCIAnet-  
work adapters are high performance, credit-card  
sizedEthernetnetworkadapters.Theadapterplugs  
into a PCMCIA Type II (or higher) slot providing  
a 16-bit bus interface and a 16 KB network data  
packetbuffer.Theadapteralsofeatureslow-power-  
consumption design and is software configurable.  
The adapter complies with the Personal Computer  
Memory Card Industry Association (PCMCIA)  
Release 2.1 Type II standard and also with the  
IEEE 802.3 standards for Ethernet.  
Minimum hardware requirements are an  
IBM AT (or better) fully compatible PC with 512K  
RAM running DOS 3.3 or higher, equipped with  
a PCMCIA Release 2.1 Type II slot.  
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Section Two - Installation  
This section will provide step by step  
instructions on how to install your new PCMCIA  
network adapter. Installation of this network  
adapter is a two-step process consisting of actual  
hardware installation and PCMCIA device driver  
installation/configuration. This network adapter  
is designed to be software configurable using the  
included installation diskette.  
2.1 Unpacking Your Network Adapter  
Two types of network adapter cards are  
available.Beforeyouproceed,determinethemodel  
you have purchased. The following table summa-  
rizes the contents and features for your PCMCIA  
Ethernet products:  
Model  
PCN  
PCN  
2000T  
2000BT  
PCMCIA Card  
RJ-45 Coupler  
BNC/RJ-45 Coupler  
LEDs  
BNC T-connector  
Driver diskette  
User's Guide  
x
x
x
x
x
x
x
x
x
x
x
2.2 Hardware Installation  
Installation of this adapter requires ac-  
cessing and configuring your PCMCIA Type II  
slot. All Maxtech PCMCIA products feature a  
built-in static electricity discharge mechanism,  
however,youshouldexerciseallnecessaryprecau-  
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tions described in your PC's manual regarding  
static electricity discharge at all times when work-  
ing with your PC.  
1. Turn off the computer  
2. Hold the PCMCIA Ethernet adapter with  
the 68-pin female PCMCIA connector fac-  
inganavailablePCMCIATypeIIslot(refer  
to Figure 1-A or 1-B).  
Figure 1-A Adapter with  
10Base-T Coupler  
68-pin female  
Female Media  
PCMCIA connector  
Coupler connector  
To  
PCMCIA  
Type 2.0  
Slot  
To Hub  
10Base-T Media Coupler  
Figure 1-B Adapter with  
10Base-2/10Base-T Coupler  
68-pin female  
PCMCIA connector  
Female Media  
Coupler connector  
To  
PCMCIA  
Type 2.0  
Slot  
To Hub  
or  
Thin Coax Cable  
10Base-2/10Base-T Media Coupler  
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3. InserttheEthernetadapterintothePCMCIA  
Type II slot. The keyed guide slots on the  
PCMCIA Ethernet adapter will not allow  
incorrect insertion. Insert the Ethernet  
adapter gently but firmly into the slot until  
it stops.  
4. Insert the 10Base-T (or 10Base-2/10Base-  
T) Media Coupler into the adapter. One end  
of this coupler has a special spring-action  
connector which fits into the PCMCIA  
Ethernet adapter. To insert or remove the  
spring-action connector, squeeze the lock-  
ing arms on either side of the connector.  
This connector is keyed and will not allow  
incorrect insertion (refer to Figure 1-A or 1-  
B).  
5. Attach the network cable to your Media  
Coupler. Use either UTP cable for 10Base-  
Tnetworksorthincoaxialcablefor10Base-  
2 networks. Refer to Section Five for de-  
tailed cable information.  
2.3 PCMCIA Device Driver Installation  
Before any network driver or software is  
loaded, you must first install a PCMCIA device  
driver for the PCMCIA Ethernet adapter. Your  
computer should already provide support for  
PCMCIA products via special programs on the  
utility diskette shipped with the COMPUTER  
(known as Socket Service/Card Service). Execute  
the Socket/Card Service programs according to  
specific instructions supplied by the computer’s  
manual. If your computer DOES NOT provide  
support for PCMCIA products, contact your com-  
puter vendor for information on availability of  
Socket/Card Services. You will now install the  
PCMCIA Ethernet device driver from the supplied  
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driver diskette. Consult the README file on the  
driver diskette for specific instructions on how to  
install the driver.  
Note: If you are unable to obtain Socket  
Service and Card Service from your computer  
manufacturer, you may still be able to use the  
PCMCIA Ethernet adapter with the included  
PCMCIA device driver. Consult the README  
file to determine if your computer is supported in  
this configuration and for instructions on how to  
proceed.  
The PCMCIA Ethernet adapter uses the  
memory region D400-D7FF to read Ethernet ID  
and other information from on-board flash ROM.  
Please be certain that this memory region is ex-  
cluded from usage by other programs, including  
memory managers. Memory management is a  
component of Microsoft DOS and Windows and is  
used extensively. If you are running a Microsoft  
memory manager, make sure that the x=D400-  
D7FF  
parameter  
appears  
in  
the  
Device=EMM386.EXE entry in your  
CONFIG.SYS.  
Example:  
DEVICE=EMM386.EXE NOEMS X=D400-D7FF  
Since Socket Service and Card Service  
generally require 4-8 KB of contiguous space in  
the Upper Memory Blocks, we recommend using  
the following entry:  
Example:  
DEVICE=EMM386.EXE NOEMS X=D000-DFFF  
If  
you  
do  
not  
have  
a
DEVICE=EMM386.EXE entry in your  
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CONFIG.SYS, add the above example to your  
CONFIG.SYS by using a text editor.  
Consult your memory manager's manual  
for the appropriate exclusion parameter if you are  
not using the Microsoft memory manager.  
The PCMCIA device driver allows selec-  
tion of operating parameters such as I/O Base  
Address and IRQ selection. The recommended  
adapter configuration parameters are:  
I/O Address: 0300H  
IRQ Line: 5  
2.4 Testing The Adapter  
It is not necessary to test the PCMCIA  
Ethernet adapter. However, if you encounter prob-  
lems with your network connection, run the diag-  
nostic program provided on the driver diskette.  
The diagnostic program runs several tests and the  
results are indicated by either PASS or FAIL.  
Make sure that the network cable is attached (and  
properly terminated if using a BNC connection) to  
the adapter when running this program. If any test  
fails, the program notifies you of the error and  
suggestsactionstocorrecttheproblem.Followthe  
on-screen prompt to start or stop the Network  
Function Test.  
The following suite of tests are available  
through the diagnostic program:  
1. Configuration Test: Identifies the host PC  
2. I/O Test: Tests configured I/O port  
3. ID Test: Verifies the adapter’s node ID  
4. RAM Test: Checks on-board RAM  
5. Internal Loop back Test: Performs trans-  
mit/receive tests within the controller  
6. External Loop back Test: Performs trans-  
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mit/receive tests on the network link  
7. Interrupt Test: Checks Interrupt Line  
8. Network Function: Performs network  
packet transmit/receive tests  
Section Three - Network Driver  
Installation  
The supplied network drivers allow the  
Ethernet adapter to work with various network  
operatingsystems(i.e.,NovellNetware, Microsoft  
LAN Manager, etc.). Drivers for most popular  
network operating systems are included in the  
driver diskette in separate subdirectories. Each  
directory also includes a README.TXT file de-  
scribing the driver. Refer to the RELEASE.TXT  
file on the driver diskette for more information on  
the available drivers.  
Note: Consult the README file in the  
ROOT directory of the driver diskette for addi-  
tional information on installation of these net-  
work drivers for your particular network operat-  
ing system.  
Section Four - Troubleshooting  
This section describes some of the com-  
mon problems you may encounter while using  
your network adapter. When troubleshooting, you  
should make sure that the network you are con-  
nected to is functioning. If you suspect that the  
adapter is malfunctioning, replace it with another  
adapter which is known to function properly. Also  
try the adapter in another computer. This can  
indicate whether the adapter or computer causes  
the problem. If you can not resolve your difficulty  
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after reading the following information, contact  
your dealer or vendor for assistance.  
Most adapter failure after installation is  
causedby:A)IncorrectlyinstalledPCMCIAdriver,  
B)Not excluding memory address D400-D7FF  
when using a memory manager, C)I/O base ad-  
dress and IRQ Line conflict, or D)Cable problems.  
4.1 Incorrectly Installed PCMCIA Driver  
The included PCMCIA driver runs as a  
Card Service Client and should only be loaded  
after the Socket and Card Services are loaded. Be  
certain that the CONFIG.SYS file contains DE-  
VICE= entries in this order.  
4.2 Not Excluding Memory Address D400-  
D7FF  
The PCMCIA Ethernet adapter uses the  
memory region D400-D7FF to read Ethernet ID  
andotherinformationfromon-boardflashROM.  
This memory region must be excluded from  
usage by other programs, including memory  
managers. If you are running Microsoft's memory  
manager, make sure that the x=D400-D7FF or  
x=D000-DFFF parameter appears in the  
Device=EMM386.EXE entry in your  
CONFIG.SYS. Refer to Section 2.3 for detailed  
information.  
4.3 I/O Base Address and IRQ Conflict  
Make sure that the I/O address and IRQ  
used by the adapter is not already in use by  
another device in your PC. If your PC has built-in  
serial ports then you will not be able to use IRQ 4  
(COM1) or IRQ 3 (COM2). Other adapters in your  
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systemmayalreadyuseaddresses0300Hor0320H  
(example: sound/audio card). Vary the settings on  
your network adapter by running the PCMCIA  
device driver with different I/O port addresses and  
IRQs to eliminate the conflict. Running the diag-  
nostic program will also help to detect configura-  
tion conflicts.  
4.4 Cable Problems  
A) Observe the green Link Status LED if  
you are using a 10Base-T network. Turn on the  
computer. Connect the network cable and observe  
the green LINK LED. If the LED is ON, then the  
system is connected. Otherwise check for a proper  
RJ-45 connection.  
B) Make sure the coaxial cable is prop-  
erly terminated if you are using a 10Base-2  
network. Each end of a coaxial segment must be  
properly terminated with a 50-ohm terminator.  
You may use a simple ohm meter to determine if  
the cable is functioning properly. Disconnect all  
nodes on the network and measure the resistance  
of the terminators. If the terminators do not mea-  
sure 50 ohms +/- 1%, replace the terminator.  
Measure the coaxial cable with a 50-ohm termina-  
tor attached to one end. The total resistance of the  
cable plus the terminator should be no more than  
a few ohms more than the terminator alone.  
Section Five - Cable Information  
The Maxtech PCN2000 Series PCMCIA  
Ethernet adapters support both popular cable  
schemes used in Ethernet networks:  
PCN2000T  
Supports 10Base-T network.  
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PCN2000BT Supports both 10Base-2 and  
10Base-T networks.  
10Base-T networks use unshielded  
twisted-pair cable and 8-pin RJ-45 modular con-  
nectors. Use only 22-26 AWG 2-pair 100 ohm/ft.  
UTP with two to three twists per foot. The cable  
must use solid copper conductors and UL codes  
CM, CMR, and CMP are required. The computer  
onthenetworkisconnectedviaastartopology(i.e.  
each node is connected to a HUB, not to each  
other). Maximum cable length is 300' (100 m).  
10Base-2 networks use a single conduc-  
tor coaxial cable and BNC connectors. Use only  
RG-58A/U or RG-58C/U coaxial cables. Each  
network node is connected to the coaxial cable via  
a T-connector (included). The minimum distance  
between T-connectors is 1.6' (0.5m). The T-con-  
nector must be plugged directly into the network  
adapter (no cable is allowed between the T-con-  
nector and the adapter). No more than 30 connec-  
tions are allowed per segment and the maximum  
segment length is 607' (185 m). The cable must be  
terminated at each end by 50-ohm terminators.  
Section Six - Specifications  
NetworkStandard:  
Interface:  
BusWidth:  
RAMBuffer:  
I/Oaddress:  
IRQ line:  
IEEE 802.3  
PCMCIA Release 2.1 TYPE II  
16-bit  
16KB  
240, 260, 300, 320, 340, 360  
3, 4, 5, 10, 11, 12, 15  
MediaCoupler:  
Power:  
10Base-T or 10Base-2 & 10Base-T  
0.16A @ 5V (10BaseT)  
0.28A @ 5V (10Base2)  
Temperature:  
0to55degreesC(Operating);-20to80  
degreesC(Non-operating)  
85mm x 54mm x 5mm  
Dimensions:  
Certification:  
FCC Part 15 Class A  
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Section Seven - Technical Support  
In the unlikely event you experience difficulty in the use of the  
product,orifitdoesnotoperateasdescribed,wesuggestyou:(1)  
consulttheTroubleshootingsectionofthisguideand(2)consult  
withyourdealer.  
If you have not referred to the Troubleshooting section, there  
is a good chance the solution to your problem is there. If you  
still can not solve the problem, call the Service Center at (201)  
579-2954between9:00a.m.and5:30p.m.(ESTMondaythrough  
Friday). If the nature of your question is related to the network  
operating system that you are using, refer to its manual.  
Calling the Service Center without complete and accurate  
information concerning the NATURE OF THE PROBLEM  
willbebothtime-consumingandfrustratingforyou.  
YoumayalsoreachusthroughourelectronicBBS.Anyrevisions  
or updates of available drivers will be posted on the BBS. This  
service is available 24 hours a day at: (201) 579-2380  
Section Eight - Warranty, FCC, And  
Other Information  
8.1 Five Year Limited Warranty  
Maxtech warrants to the original buyer of this product against  
defectsinmaterialandworkmanshipforfiveyearsfromthedate  
ofpurchase.Duringthewarrantyperiod,Maxtechwillrepair(or  
at its option, replace) the product that proves to be defective,  
providedtheproducthasnotbeenabused,misused,modified,or  
repairedbyanunauthorizedcenter.  
In the event the product requires service, follow the procedure  
outlined in Section Seven - Technical Support. When you are  
instructedbytheTechnicalSupportRepresentativetoreturnthe  
product for repair, you will be given an RMA (Return Merchan-  
diseAuthorization)number.YoumusthaveanRMANumberto  
return the product for service. Use the following procedure to  
return the product:  
1.  
Returntheproductinitsoriginalpackageandpacking(if  
possible), and put it in a sturdy corrugated box.  
2.  
Be sure to complete the Repair Information Form, in-  
cludingyourname,address,day-timetelephonenumber,  
RMA number, and a brief description of the problem  
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(also enclose a check for out-of-warranty repair). En-  
close your check or Postal Money Order for $7.50 to  
coverthecostofreturnshipping/handling.Pleasedonot  
sendcashorstamps.RMAreceivedwithoutthe$7.50fee  
willnotbeprocessed.  
4.  
5.  
Afterwrappingthepackagesecurelyforshipping,print  
yourname,returnaddressandtheRMA#clearlyonthe  
outside of your package.  
ShiptheunitprepaidviaUPSortheU.S. PostalService  
totheaddresssuppliedbythetechnicianwhenyoucall.  
We recommend that the unit be insured.  
This warranty is valid for products sold in North America only.  
Contact your local authorized distributor or dealer for the war-  
ranty offered in other areas.  
AllwarrantyservicesmustbeperformedbyAuthorizedService  
Centers.Therearenouserserviceablepartsinsidetheunit.Donot  
remove any components or attempt to service the unit by any  
unauthorizedservicecenter.Thiswarrantyisvoidediftheproduct  
has been abused, misused, modified, or repaired by an unautho-  
rizedservicecenter.  
8.2 FCC Compliance  
ThisdevicecomplieswithPart15oftheFCCRules.Operationis  
subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not  
cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any  
interferencereceived,includinginterferencethatmaycauseunde-  
sirableoperation.  
8.3 Disclaimer, Copyright, And Other Notices  
Theinformationcontainedinthismanualhasbeenvalidatedatthe  
time of this manual's production. The manufacturer reserves the  
right to make any changes and improvements in the product  
described in this manual at any time and without notice. Conse-  
quently the manufacturer assumes no liability for damages in-  
curreddirectlyorindirectlyfromerrors,omissionsordiscrepan-  
cies between the product and the manual.  
All registered trademarks are the property of their respective  
owners. Copyright © 1994 Maxtech. All rights reserved. No  
reproduction of this document in any form is allowed without  
writtenpermissionfromMaxtech.  
FirstEdition  
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