SysKonnect SK-9E21D - Manual (Page 15)

SysKonnect SK-9E21D 10/100/1000Base-T Adapter PCI Express
2 Connection of the Network Adapter
This chapter describes the physical connection of the network adapter to the network. Gener-
al instructions for driver installation are given in chapter 3 "Installation of the Driver Software".
Transmission Distances
The maximum transmission distance for the SysKonnect SK-9E21D Adapter using a category
5 unshielded twisted pair cable is 100 m.
Connection to the Network
Observe the safety instructions given on page 13.
In order to connect the adapter to the data network, proceed as follows:
1. If necessary, configure the port on the switch to which the network adapter is to be con-
nected (also see the switch manual).
2. If possible, disconnect the switch and the computer from the power supply.
3. At one end of the cable connect the RJ-45 connector to the port on the switch.
4. At the other end of the cable connect the connector to the port on the network adapter
(see figure 2).
The port type (e.g. 1000Base-T) on the network adapter and that on the switch must be
identical.
5. Turn on the computer and the switch.
If no protocol driver has been loaded, go to chapter 3 "Installation of the Driver Software".
After driver installation, return to step 6 of this list.
If a protocol driver has been loaded, continue with step 6.
6. Check the green link LED to find out if the cable is connected correctly.
If the link LED is on or blinking, the connection is established and active. Otherwise you
have to check the network adapter more closely (for details, refer to chapter 5 "Trouble-
shooting").
As soon as the connection to the network is established, the installation of the network adapt-
er is complete. Keep this manual with your computer manual for future reference.
i The network adapter will not be fully operational until suitable drivers are loaded. See chapter
3 "Installation of the Driver Software" for details.