Step 3: connect your pci adapter to the network – Microsoft MN-130 User Manual

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Microsoft Broadband Networking PCI Adapter User’s Guide

Mounting
Bracket

PCI Connectors

6. Screw the bracket of the PCI adapter securely to your

computer’s case.

7. If your computer does not support PCI 2.2 connectivity and you

want to install Wake-On-LAN capability, do the following:

O

Connect one end of the Wake-On-LAN cable (purchased
separately) to the connector on the top edge of the PCI adapter.

O

Connect the other end to the Wake-On-LAN connector on
your motherboard.

For more information about the location of this connector, see
your computer’s documentation.

8. Replace the cover on your computer.

Step 3: Connect Your PCI Adapter to the Network

1. Connect one end of the Ethernet cable (not included) to the

network port on the back of your PCI adapter.

2. Connect the other end of the Ethernet cable to an available

Ethernet port on your existing router, hub, switch, or broadband
modem.

3. Reconnect the power cord to the computer, and make sure no

other cables have come loose during installation.

Caution
Electronic components are
sensitive to static electricity.
Always ground yourself before
touching the PCI adapter or
any other internal components
of your computer.

PCI Slot

Caution
Before you attempt to insert
your PCI adapter into the PCI
slot, make sure that the pin
configuration of the slot
matches that of the
connectors on the bottom of
the adapter.

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