MaxTech PCN2000 Series Network Card User Manual


 
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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
suggests actions to correct the problem. Follow the
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-