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Inserting the Adapter
To insert the adapter into the computer, follow these steps:
1
Unplug the computer and disconnect all cables that are
connected to the main system unit.
2 Remove all jewelry from your hands and wrists. Use only
insulated or nonconductive tools.
3 Remove the computer's cover and select any of the
available expansion slots.
4 Insert the adapter in the slot and Secure the screw.
If you are installing an ISA adapter in an EISA slot, be aware
that the EISA-bus edge connector is deeper than the ISA edge
connector.
The adapter's backplate should be flush with the computer's
backplane. Be sure that the adapter's connector fingers are
completely seated in the slot.
5 Replace the computer's cover and reconnect all cables,
including the network cable.
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You must connect the adapter to the network before
J r ' configuring the adapter and loading the drivers.
Connecting to the Network
This section describes how to connect different types of
network cables to the EtherLink III adapters. Table 2-1 lists the
types of network cable connectors that are found on the
EtherLink III ISA adapters.
Table 2-1
Connectors for EtherLink
III
ISA Adapters
Cable Type
Connector
Transceiver Type
Thin coaxial
BNC
On-board coax
Twisted-pair
RJ-45
On-board TP
Thick coaxial
AUI (15-pin)
External