Dynex DX-E102 - Manual (Page 3)

Desktop 10/100Mb Network Card 3
Features
Your Ethernet adapter features:
• Compliance with the IEEE802.3u Fast Ethernet specification (100Base-TX)
• Support for full duplex flow control (IEEE 802.3x) for improved performance
• Support for auto-negotiation, which automatically selects IRQ and I/O address
• Support for digital and analog loopback capability
• Support for ACPI and the IEEE802.3 CSMA/CD 10Base-T specification
• Programmable PCI burst size and early Tx/Rx threshold
• Single-chip Ethernet controller (integrated Ethernet MAC, physical chip and
transceiver)
• Compliance with the PCI specification revision 2.1/2.2
• Two large (2 KB) independent receive and transmit FIFO buffers
• One STP/UTP connector for 10 Mbps or 100 Mbps network speed
• Diagnostic software and one LED to indicate network link/activity (the LED is on when
a link is established, and flashes when data is being transferred).
Important safety instructions
Before getting started, read these instructions and save them for later reference.
• Before you install your Fast Ethernet adapter into your computer, read this user guide.
In some operating systems, the driver must be installed before you install your
adapter.
• Do not drop or hit your adapter.
• Do not install your adapter in a location that is subject to strong vibrations because
vibration may damage your adapter.
• Do not disassemble or try to modify your adapter.
• Disassembly or modification may void your warranty and could damage your adapter
leading to a fire or electric shock.
• Do not store your adapter in a damp location. Do not allow moisture or liquids to drip
into your adapter. Liquids can damage your adapter leading to a fire or electric shock.
• Do not insert metal objects, such as coins or paper clips, into your adapter.
• Your adapter is for general computer use. Do not use your adapter in a computer that
requires exceptional reliability, especially if a breakdown or malfunction of your
adapter might jeopardize life or health, such as aerospace equipment, atomic power
control systems, traffic-related equipment, transportation equipment, industrial
robotics, combustion equipment, safety devices, and life-support systems.
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