Gigabit Ethernet Server Adapter
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Gigabit Ethernet
Server Adapter
Product Manual
English
(v1.00 05-Sep-2000)
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First edition (September 2000). This edition refers to all current SysKonnect Gigabit Ethernet
adapters. Contents are subject to change. Product and brand names are (registered) trademarks of
their appropriate owners.
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Copyright 2000 SysKonnect. All rights reserved
Product Registration: The registration card for your SysKonnect product is contained in the
"Register" directory on the CD ROM. (On the CD ROM start page, click button "Product
Registration".)
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Contents
Contents
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Chapter 1. Fundamentals
Features
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Redundant Link Management (RLMT) for Fault Tolerance
64-bit/66 MHz PCI Bus Interface
Reduced Load on the CPU
PCI Hot Plug
Other Highlights
Delivery Package
Chapter 2. Connecting the Network Card to the Data Network
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Single Connection
Dual Homing
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Chapter 3. Installing Protocol Drivers from the CD-ROM
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Installing Network Drivers (Protocol Drivers)
Viewing Readme Files with an Internet Browser
Viewing Readme Files Using a Text Viewer or Editor
Checking the Network Port
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Contents
Chapter 4. Troubleshooting
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Answers to Frequently Asked Questions
LED Displays
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Normal Status
Meanings of the LEDs
Testing the Network Card
Loopback Test for SK-NET GE-T/SK-NET GE-T dual link
If a Test fails...
Checking Other Displays and Data
Appendix A. Technical Specifications
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Appendix B. How to Identify Your Network Card Type
Appendix C. Electromagnetic Compatibility, EN 55022/FCC
Appendix D. Other Functions of the Diagnostics Program
Start the Main Program
Reading Sensor Data
Reading Configuration Data
Reading VPD Data
Sample Usage of VPD Data/Asset Tag
Read/Write FPROM Data
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Chapter 1. Fundamentals
SK-NET Gigabit Ethernet Server Adapters combine servers and workstation computers with the high-
speed Gigabit Ethernet network (1000 Mbit/s) using fiber-optic (FO) or copper cables. At present
there are eight types available. They differ in terms of the number of ports and the transmission
mode. SC duplex connectors, VF-45 connectors (FO) or RJ-45 connectors (copper cabling) are
used to connect to the data network. The adapters can be connected to a switch, a buffered
repeater, or directly to a second station (see also Fig. 1).
Network card
SK-NET GE-
Port configuration
Fiber-optic transmission
(wavelength)
Copper cabling
UTP
Single-Port-
Version
Dual-Port-
Version
1300 nm
850 nm
n
n
LX
9841
9842
9843
9861
9844
n
n
LX dual link
SX
n
n
n
n
n
n
SX Volition
SX dual link
n
n
SX dual link Volition 9862
n
n
n
T
9821
9822
n
T dual link
Computers in which the adapter is to be installed must have one free slot that complies at least with
PCI specification v2.0. A 32-bit or a 64-bit PCI bus running at 33 or 66 MHz may be used. Optimum
performance is generally obtained with a 64-bit/66 MHz PCI bus.
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Chapter 1. Fundamentals
Features
For the SK-NET GE dual link types:
Redundant Link Management (RLMT) for Fault Tolerance
The two Gigabit Ethernet ports offer dual homing similar to that found in FDDI technology. In order to
provide greater fault tolerance the Gigabit Ethernet Server Adapter is connected to two switch ports.
These ports may be on the same switch or on two switches in different physical locations. Only one
port is active at any one time but both links are monitored. The second port is simply in standby
mode. If the active link fails, the second port automatically takes over the connection. This means
that the server connection is protected against the failure of a port on the switch, failure of a port on
the network card and failure of a cable.
Figure 1. GE network
configuration; connection
options
dual link
single link
single link
dual link
single link
Server: dual link
single link
single link
single link
dual link
dual link
Workstation: dual link
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For all SK-NET GE types:
64-bit/66 MHz PCI Bus Interface
Although designed as a 64-bit/66 MHz PCI bus interface, the Gigabit Ethernet Server Adapter can
also be operated in 32-bit systems or at a clock frequency of 33 MHz. The cards operate as true Plug
& Play adapters and automatically adjust to the different configuration options on the PCI bus.
The high-speed 64-bit/66 MHz PCI bus is now state-of-the-art in high-end server systems. The
theoretical bandwidth is four times greater than in conventional 32-bit/33 MHz systems.
SysKonnect’s Gigabit Ethernet Server Adapters support this 64-bit/66 MHz PCI architecture, which
means that the server network card cannot be a bottleneck on the system bus.
Because of the wider data paths and the higher clock frequency, the Gigabit Ethernet Server
Adapters reduces the bus and CPU utilization. For application and database servers in particular,
this results in better application performance.
Reduced Load on the CPU
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Support for Burst Data Transfer
The PCI bus supports burst-mode data transfer, i.e. the continuous transmission of data blocks.
This reduces the overhead for data transmission and is closely linked to the optimization of cache
memory and the use of optimized data transfer commands between memory and the bus. The
Gigabit Ethernet Server Adapter is therefore capable of using the maximum burst speed
supported by the system.
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Dynamic Interrupt Moderation (PacedPacketBatch)
Every time a data packet arrives via the network and is forwarded via the PCI bus, an interrupt is
triggered in the host CPU. Each interrupt causes the system to halt its current processes and
locate the origin of the interrupt. As a result, the system may branch to service routines, buffer the
current register values and status and write these values back once the routine has terminated.
If the network is running at gigabit speeds and small packets are being transferred, there may in
extreme cases be more than 100,000 interrupts per second. To reduce the load on the CPU, the
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Gigabit Ethernet Server Adapters can use interrupt moderation to group these interrupts so that
several data packets can be handled per interrupt.
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Task Offload – Integrated Intelligent Functions
Calculation of TCP, UDP, and IP checksums is CPU-intensive and is normally performed by the
host CPU running the TCP/IP stack. These calculations are integrated in the hardware of the
Gigabit Ethernet Server Adapters. The checksums are calculated without time loss in
SysKonnect’s PCI Gigabit Ethernet ASIC for both the receive path and the transmit path. This
improves the overall performance of the system and shifts these CPU-intensive tasks away from
the host CPU.
PCI Hot Plug
As a member of the PCI Special Interest Group, SysKonnect participated in the standardization of
the insertion and removal of PCI computer cards during normal server operation. Like all
SysKonnect PCI cards, the Gigabit Ethernet Server Adapters comply with the Hot Plug PCI Standard.
This technology increases the availability of the server(s) used.
Other Highlights
The following features make the Gigabit Ethernet Server Adapters particularly easy to operate,
powerful and future-oriented:
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Plug & Play compatible across the entire range
Network management capability
I2O-compatible
Class of service
VLAN
Parity monitoring on all data paths
Sensor-based monitoring of environment conditions (temperature/voltage)
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Packet/fragment descriptors
VPD support (Vital Product Data)
APM support (Advanced Power Management)
Delivery Package
The delivery package includes the following:
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the network card (FO types: including protective plugs), packed in an antistatic bag
the Installation CD-ROM
the manual SysKonnect Installation Guide
Release Notes, as appropriate
packaging material
If any items are missing or damaged, please contact your dealer.
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Chapter 2. Connecting the Network Card to the Data Network
Notices:
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You will find instructions for the mechanical installation of the adapter in your computer in the
manual SysKonnect Installation Guide.
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General instructions for driver installation are contained in Chapter 3 of this documentation.
Follow the handling and safety instructions given in the SysKonnect Installation Guide.
The following table shows the transmission distances for which the different cables can be used:
Type of network card
SK-NET GE-
Type of cable
62,5 µm
Multimode
50 µm Multimode 10 µm
Monomode
UTP
Port Type
SX/SX dual link (Volition)
LX/LX dual link
1000Base-SX
1000Base-LX
1000Base-T
2...275 m
2...550 m
-
2...555 m
2...550 m
-
-
-
2...5000 m
-
-
T/T dual link
100 m
The type of (optical) port on the network card and on the switch must be identical. The procedure for
connecting the network card to the data network is as follows:
Single Connection
1. If necessary, configure the port on the switch to which the network card is to be connected (see
switch manual).
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Network Card to the Data
Network
2. Follow the safety instructions. If possible, disconnect the switch and the computer from the
power supply. If you are hot plugging, you should also follow the safety instructions issued by
the system vendor.
3. Remove the protective plug from the switch port which is to be used.
4. Connect the SC duplex, VF-45 or RJ-45 connector at one end of the cable to the port on the
switch.
5. Remove the protective plug from the (lower) port on the network card (FO types only).
6. Connect the connector at the other end of the cable to the (lower) port on the network card. The
port type (1000Base-SX/1000Base-LX/1000Base-T/Volition) on the network card and that on the
switch should be the same (see above) or adapted via patch cord (VF-45/SC).
Figure 2. Connecting fiber-
optic cables/connectors
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Chapter 2. Connecting
the Network Card to the
Data Network
7. Switch on the computer and the switch.
If a protocol driver has not been loaded, go to Chapter 3. After driver installation, return to the
next step of this list.
If a protocol driver has been loaded, continue with the next step.
8. Check for correct polarity using the green Link LED (see Fig. 4) on the network card.
Constant green: connection established and active.
Link RX TX
Flashing green: connection established and on standby.
9. For fiber optical SC Duplex connection (SK-NET GE-LX, -LX dual link, -SX, -SX dual link, patch
cord VF-45/SC): If the green Link LED fails to light:
TX
Power off the computer and the switch.
Remove the SC duplex connector either from the computer (network card) or from the switch,
reverse the positions of TX and RX and re-connect.
RX
Return to step 7 in this list.
Status
If there is still no indication that a connection has been established you will need to check the
network card more closely (see Chapter 4).
10. Mark the correct polarity on the connector or the cable.
A physical connection to the network is established. Installation of the network card is now complete.
For future reference, please keep this manual with your computer manual.
Note: The network card will not be fully operational until suitable protocol drivers have been
loaded.
Figure 3. Location of the
LEDs (dual link)
Dual Homing
For maximum fault tolerance the SK-NET GE-LX/-SX/-SX Volition/-T dual link server adapters can be
connected to two switch ports (see Features, page 6). The ports may be located on the same switch
or on two different switches.
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Chapter 2. Connecting the
Network Card to the Data
Network
Note: The lower port on the network card (marked A) is normally active; the upper port (B) is the
backup port.
The procedure for setting up a dual homing connection is as follows:
Setting up the active connection
1. On the switch, select the port that will be used in normal operation to handle the active
connection.
2. Connect this port to the lower port (A) on the dual link network card, following the instructions
for Single Connection.
Setting up the backup connection
1. On the switch, select the port that will be used to handle the connection in the event of a fault
(backup port).
2. Connect this port to the upper port (B) on the dual link network card, following the instructions
for Single Connection.
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Chapter 3. Installing Protocol Drivers from the CD-ROM
Installing Network Drivers (Protocol Drivers)
The protocol drivers are located in the appropriate product directory on the CD-ROM. This directory
is organized into a number of subdirectories for the various operating systems. For instructions on
how to install the drivers please read the relevant Readme files. These files are available as ASCII
text and in HTML format.
Any last-minute changes are documented in the Release Notes and on the SysKonnect driver site on
the Internet.
To install a driver please follow the instructions in the relevant Readme files. Once you have
installed the driver, remember to check that the network connection is functioning correctly.
Viewing Readme Files with an Internet Browser
If you have an internet browser (or any other HTML viewer) installed on your computer we
recommend you use it to view the instructions for installing the drivers.
1. Insert the installation CD-ROM in your CD-ROM drive.
2. If, as is usually the case, the Windows Autorun function is activated (or a similar function in
another operating system) the browser will be automatically launched. You will see the
welcome screen for the installation CD-ROM. If this is not the case, you will have to run the
start.htm file manually from your CD-ROM drive.
3. From the list of various directories, go to the SK-NET GE product family, and from there to the
operating system for which you want to install the network card. Here you will find instructions
on how to install the driver.
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Chapter 3. Installing
Protocol Drivers from the
CD-ROM
Viewing Readme Files Using a Text Viewer or Editor
The Readme files have the extension .txt; the filename itself is the name of the driver.
To find the text files:
1. Insert the installation CD-ROM in your CD-ROM drive and go to the appropriate product
directory.
2. Go to the subdirectory of the operating system for which you want to install the driver.
3. Open the appropriate text file.
Checking the Network Port
Once you have loaded the driver(s), check with the aid of the green LED(s) that the SC duplex
connector (if appropriate) has been correctly inserted (in terms of its “polarity”).
Link RX TX
Link LED (left, green)
(Permanently) ON
Flashing
Meaning
Connection active
Standby mode
No connection
TX
(Permanently) OFF
RX
For SK-NET GE-LX/-SX (Volition)/-T, the green Link-LED should be on; for SK-NET GE-LX/-SX
(Volition)/-T dual link, the green Link-LED of the lower port (marked A) should be lit and the green
Link-LED of the upper port (marked B) should flash.
Status
If this is not the case, remove the connectors, reverse the positions of RX and TX, re-insert them and
check the connection once more (only applicable for fiber ports: SK-NET GE-LX, -SX (Volition), and
their dual link versions).
Mark the correct polarity on the connector or the cable.
Figure 4. Location of the
LEDs (dual link)
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Chapter 4. Troubleshooting
Answers to Frequently Asked Questions
Problem
Locating the fault
Check all the cables: are all the cables connected to the correct expansion cards?
Check that the expansion cards are correctly inserted and check any internal connections in
Another expansion card
fails to work after the
network card has been
installed
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the computer. Perhaps a connection came loose or was damaged when you installed the
network card.
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Check for resource conflicts in the computer: check PCI configuration and resource allocation.
Check that the card is properly seated in the computer.
The computer does not
detect the network card
Try installing the card in a different bus master compatible PCI slot.
Load or install the driver again.
The network card fails
during normal operation,
the status LED goes out
Loopback test (see page
18) successful, but link
LED does not light (no
connection)
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Remove the SC duplex connector, reverse the positions of RX and TX, and insert again.
Check connections; try another switch port if necessary.
Switch configuration: 1000 Mbit/s set?
Network driver loaded?
Maximum transmission distance exceeded (see Table on page 10)?
Network driver loaded?
LEDs for transmit/receive
data packets (TX/RX) not
flashing (permanently off)
Network overload?
Switch configuration: 1000 Mbit/s set?
Maximum transmission distance exceeded (see Table on page 10)?
If you have another SK-NET GE, check the same setup with the other SK-NET GE.
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Troubleshooting
If the problem persists you can analyze the status of the network card with the aid of the LEDs and
the diagnostics program.
LED Displays
Link RX TX
Once the driver has been installed, the card is operational. The current status is shown on the LEDs.
Normal Status
During normal operation you will see the following:
TX
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Status LED: ON
RX
Link LED Port A (lower): ON
Link LED Port B (dual link cards only): flashing
Status
Meanings of the LEDs
ON
Flashing
OFF
Driver loaded, card
ready
-
Driver not loaded, card
not ready
Status-LED
(bottom)
Connection active
Standby mode
No connection
Link-LED
Figure 5. Location of the
LEDs (dual link)
ON or flashing
OFF
Packets are being received
Packets are being transmitted
Receive inactive now
Transmit inactive now
RX-LED
TX-LED
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Chapter 4.
Troubleshooting
Testing the Network Card
You can test the network card with the aid of the diagnostics program supplied (running on DOS).
The available test modes are as follows:
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Simple test without loopback: this test covers all the components but not the port (socket incl.
components for transmitting/receiving the data signals).
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Comprehensive port testing with loopback: all the components are tested, including the port.
For dual link network cards there is also a port-to-port test, comprehensive testing of the network
card including the two ports. For the purposes of the test, the ports are interconnected via a data
cable.
Notes: The tests do not run in a Windows NT DOS box. For Loopback test of the SK-NET GE-T
types, refer to the following paragraph.
You will need the following equipment:
SK-NET GE
Simple test
Loopback test
Port-to-port test
-LX
-SX (Volition)
None
1 loopback
connector
- (not applicable)
-LX dual link
-SX dual link (Volition)
None
2 loopback
connectors
1 fiber-optic cable
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Troubleshooting
Figure 6. Setup for loopback
testing
To test the adapter:
1. Switch off the computer. If the computer is still connected to the data network, unplug the data
cable from the network card’s port (for dual link cards remove both plugs). Follow the safety
instructions given in the SysKonnect Installation Guide.
2. For the simple test: Insert the protective plugs in the ports.
For the loopback test: insert the loopback connector(s) in the port(s).
For the port-to-port test: connect the two ports on the network card using a fiber-optic cable.
3. Boot up in DOS and wait until the operating system is loaded and the DOS prompt appears on
the monitor. If DOS cannot be started or the DOS prompt does not appear, check the
configuration.
4. Insert the installation CD-ROM (included with the network card) in the CD-ROM drive, switch to
this drive and go to the appropriate product directory.
5. Type SK98DIAG (and then press <Enter>):
6. Once the main menu of the diagnostics program appears, select either
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Diagnostics for the simple test (no loopback) or
Loopb. Wrap Plug for the loopback test or
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Loopb. Port to Port for the port-to-port test.
The various components will now be tested; this will take between one and two minutes. If
everything is OK your screen will look similar to this:
Fig. 7.Typical screen display
following a successful test
7. You can follow the progress of the test in the right-hand window. Each successive test is
displayed as it is being performed (e.g. Board register check...........). If the test is successful,
the word passed appears at the end of the line and the next test is started. If there is a problem,
the word failed appears.
8. If errors are reported, please follow the instructions that appear on your monitor. Check the
configuration and repeat the test if necessary (see next section).
9. Press any key to continue testing. Select Exit in the main menu to terminate testing.
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Chapter 4.
Troubleshooting
Loopback Test for SK-NET GE-T/SK-NET GE-T dual link
For the SK-NET GE-T adapter series the test via wrap plug is not yet available.
However, loopback testing may be carried out by connecting the adapter to another adapter installed
in a second computer running in repeat mode (further known as the repeater computer).
The repeat mode test consists of 3 actions :
a) Set-up the repeater computer
b) Connect the adapters involved
c) Start the diagnostics program on the computer where the adapter is to be tested
In detail:
a) Set the network adapter in the repeater computer to repeat mode. To do so follow these steps:
1. At the repeater computer, boot to DOS and wait until the operating system is loaded and the
DOS prompt appears on the monitor. If DOS cannot be started or the DOS prompt does not
appear, check the configuration.
2. Insert the installation CD-ROM (included with the network card) in the CD-ROM drive, switch
to this drive and go to the product directory.
3. Type SK98DIAG (and then press <Enter>):
4. Once the main menu of the diagnostics program appears, select Repeater Mode.
5. Select the port which is to be set to repeat mode.
b) Connect the port which is to be set to repeat mode to the adapter port which is to be tested. Use
Gigabit Ethernet data cable with RJ-45 plugs.
c) Start the diagnostics program (port-to-port test) on the computer where the adapter is installed
which is to be tested. Follow the instructions given in the paragraph Testing the Network Card.
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Troubleshooting
If a Test fails...
Fig. 8. Typical error message
from the diagnostics program
For a test to be completed successfully, the following conditions must all be met:
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The network card is operating correctly.
The network card is correctly cabled for the test or is equipped with the correct connectors.
The network card has been correctly installed in the computer.
A failed message does not necessarily mean that the network card is faulty.
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Troubleshooting
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Follow the instructions that appear in the window below the list of tests.
Check that the card is correctly inserted and that the ports are correctly connected (connectors
firmly seated, correct “polarity” of the cable).
If it is necessary to install the network card again, proceed as follows:
1. Switch off the computer. Follow the safety instructions and handling instructions
(SysKonnect Installation Guide).
2. Remove the computer cover. Follow the instructions in the computer manual. You may need a
screwdriver to loosen the screws from the cover.
3. Check that the network card is properly seated in the PCI bus socket on the motherboard. If not,
do not remove the network card completely, but raise it sufficiently to withdraw it from the PCI
bus socket. Realign the bus connector on the network card carefully with the PCI bus slot and
press the network card until it is firmly seated in the slot.
Return to step 3 in the previous list and repeat the test. If the fault persists, contact your
vendor. If you wish to return faulty material directly to SysKonnect, please follow the instructions
given in the SysKonnect Installation Guide.
4. Select Exit in the main menu to quit the diagnostics program.
5. If appropriate, remove the loopback connector from the port. (Re)connect the ports to the data
network.
6. (FO Types:) If the adapter is not connected immediately to the data network, insert the
protective plug for safety reasons (otherwise laser light may be emitted) and to protect against
dust and dirt.
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Chapter 4.
Troubleshooting
Checking Other Displays and Data
In addition to performing the three network card tests, the diagnostics program can also read out
network card-specific data that may be useful for pinpointing the causes of failure. You can
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read sensor data
read configuration data
read and write VPD data
read and write FPROM data
See also Appendix D. Other Functions of the Diagnostics Program.
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Appendix A. Technical Specifications
IEEE 802.1p, IEEE 802.1q, IEEE 802.3z, IEEE 802.3x, IEEE 802.3ab
Network interface
standard
PCI-Bus 64 Bit/66 MHz, 3.3 V /5 V, PCI Hot Plug compatible
Xaqti XMAC II
Bus interface
LAN controller
RAM
1 Mbyte SRAM (synchronous)
512 Byte (PCI VPD Data)
Vpd memory
Flash memory
Power management
Safety standards
EMC standards
Warranty
128 KB (Expansion Boot ROM)
Advanced Power Management compatible
CSA, CB, CE, UL
CE, FCC Class B, C-TICK, VCCI
5 years
SK-NET GE-LX/ -SX*:
SK-NET GE-LX/ -SX* dual link:
SK-NET GE-T:
ca. 1.6 A @5 V typ;.
ca. 2.5 A @5 V typ ;
ca. 2.5 A @ 5 V typ;
ca. 4.4 A @ 5 V typ;
ca. 2.6 A @ 5 V max
ca. 3.4 A @ 5 V max
ca. 2.8 A @ 5 V max
ca. 4.9 A @ 5 V max
Power usage
SK-NET GE-T dual link:
SK-NET GE-LX/ -SX*/ -T:
SK-NET GE-LX/ -SX*/ -T dual link: 352 mm x 127 mm
189 mm x 127 mm
Dimensions (max.)
Temperature range
Transport
Storage
Operation
-20°C ...+60°C
+1°C ...+60°C
+10°C ...+50°C
Transport
Storage
Operation
10%...80%
10%...90%
30%...80%
Humidity
*) incl. Volition types
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Appendix B. How to Identify Your Network Card Type
If you are in any doubt, you can easily check which type of network card you have without having to
open the computer cover. Simply compare the card’s fixing plate (in particular the ports and labeling)
with the diagrams below. The type of card is also displayed in the header of the diagnostics program
(main menu, see Fig. 11).
B
L Rx Tx
A
B
L Rx Tx
A
L Rx Tx
A
L Rx Tx
A
Status
Status
Status
Status
1000
GE-SX
GE-SX
1000
Base-T
Base-T
Fig. 9. Brackets
SK-NET GE-
LX
LX
dual link
SX
SX
dual link
SX
Volition
SX
dual link
Volition
T
T
dual link
9841
9842
9843
9844
9861
9862
9821
9822
Model SK-
Ports
1 SC
2 SC
1 SC
2 SC
1 VF-45
2 VF-45
1 RJ-45
2 RJ-45
Duplex
Duplex
Duplex
Duplex
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Appendix C. Electromagnetic Compatibility, EN 55022/FCC
The conformity was proved using the following equipment:
PCI/ISA
System
IBM 300XL
Computer
model number. 6588-610; S/N 522B4Y6; FCC ID: n.a.
HP
Keyboard
Mouse
product number D4950B #ABD, S/N E03633MLGR2-C, FCC ID: CIGE03633
HP
product number C3751B, S/N LZA 81463363-C, FCC ID: DZL 211029
HP Model D2836
Monitor
Printer
product number D2836-60501, S/N KR80681021, FCC ID: A3LCGE750
HP Deskjet 600
product number C2184A, S/N ES64U140VT, FCC ID: B94C2184X
Hayes Accura
Modem
product number 5901US, Version 7.20 S/N A57759013811, FCC ID: BFJ5901US
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Appendix D. Other Functions of the Diagnostics Program
In addition to performing the three network card tests, the diagnostics program can also read out
network card-specific data that may be useful for pinpointing the causes of faults.
Start the Main Program
1. Boot up in DOS and wait for the prompt.
2. Insert the installation CD in the CD-ROM drive of the computer in which the network card is
installed.
3. Type the drive letter of your CD-ROM drive (e.g. D:) and change to the appropriate product
directory.
4. Type sk98diag and press Enter. The main menu will appear. It will look similar to this:
Fig. 10. Diagnostics program,
main menu
5. Select the appropriate menu (see above).
6. To quit the program, select Exit in the main menu. This option is automatically offered for
selection if you did not previously select a menu item.
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Appendix D. Other
Functions of the
Diagnostics Program
Reading Sensor Data
1. Start the main program (see above).
2. Select Show Sensors in the main menu. A separate window will open for the following sensor
data:
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•
•
•
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temperature of the board
voltage on the PCI card
voltage on the PCI I/O lines
fan (only SK-NET GE-T types)
supply voltage of the ASIC chip
supply voltage of the PMA chip
In the main menu, Show Sensors changes to Hide Sensors.
3. You can close the window by selecting Hide Sensors in the main menu. Other windows may be
opened while this window is still open (see below).
Reading Configuration Data
1. Start the main program (see above).
2. Select Show Configuration in the main menu. A separate window will open showing the device
code, various vendor codes, interrupt no., CLS, latency, RAM size, PCI slot index and
size, PCI bus clock, MAC address, port type, connector, hardware revision and type of
network card. In the main menu, Show Configuration changes to Hide Configuration.
3. You can close the window by selecting Hide Configuration in the main menu. Other windows
may be opened while this window is still open (see below).
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Functions of the
Diagnostics Program
Fig. 11. Simultaneous display
of sensor and configuration
data
Reading VPD Data
1. Start the main program (see above).
2. Select VPD Data in the main menu. A submenu will appear with the following options:
•
•
•
•
•
Exit (return to the main menu)
Display VPD Data
Clear Error Logs
Add/Modify VPD Data (you can enter user-defined data and keywords here)
Delete VPD Keywords
3. Select the option you want or return to the main menu by selecting Exit (default option).
Fig. 12. VPD Data menu
See also Sample Usage of VPD Data/Asset Tag below.
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Appendix D. Other
Functions of the
Diagnostics Program
Sample Usage of VPD Data/Asset Tag
For example, you want to store the inventory number of the network interface card (123-45) in the
asset tag. This is how to do it:
1. To find the code for the asset tag, you need to look at all the VPD data. Start the main program
and select VPD Data/Display VPD Data. Your screen should look similar to the screen in
Fig. 13.
Fig. 13. “Display VPD Data”
2. The keyword codes are shown in brackets. In this case, the code is YA.
3. Press Esc to return to the VPD Data menu.
4. Now select Add/Modify VPD Data. A dialog window will appear.
5. Enter the code YA and then press Enter. A further dialog window will appear.
6. Enter the inventory number: Invent. No. 123-45 and press Enter.
7. Press Esc to return to the VPD Data menu.
8. You can now check that the entry has been stored. Go to Display VPD Data again.
Your screen should look similar to this:
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Appendix D. Other
Functions of the
Diagnostics Program
Fig. 14. Screen showing
updated asset tag
Read/Write FPROM Data
1. Start the main program (see above).
2. Select Flash PROM in the main menu. A submenu will appear with the following options:
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•
•
•
Exit (return to the main menu)
Save Flash PROM to File
Load Flash PROM from File
Clear Flash PROM
3. Select the appropriate option or return to the main menu by selecting Exit (default option). If you
select Save Flash PROM to File or Load Flash PROM from File, a dialog box will appear (see
Fig. 15). Enter the name of the file in which the contents of Flash PROM are to be saved or from
which the Flash PROM is to be loaded.
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Functions of the
Diagnostics Program
Fig. 15. Read/Write Flash
PROM menu
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