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AT-2900 Series Adapters
Gigabit Ethernet Network Interface Cards
AT-2916SX
AT-2916LX10/LC
AT-2931SX
AT-2972SX
AT-2972LX10/LC
Installation and User’s Guide
613-001746 Rev. A
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Copyright © 2013 Allied Telesis, Inc. All rights reserved. No part of this publication may be reproduced without prior written permission from Allied Telesis, Inc. Microsoft and Internet Explorer are registered trademarks of Microsoft Corporation. Netscape Navigator is a registered trademark of Netscape Communications Corporation. All other product names, company names, logos or other designations mentioned herein are trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective owners. Allied Tele
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Electrical Safety and Emissions Standards This product meets the following standards. Federal Communications Commission Interference Statement Declaration of Conformity Manufacturer Name: Allied Telesis, Inc. Declares that the product: Gigabit Ethernet Adapters Model Numbers: AT-2916SX, AT-2916LX10/LC, AT-2931SX, AT-2972SX, AT-2972LX10/LC This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of FCC Rules. These limits are designed t
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RFI Emissions FCC Class B, EN55022 Class B, VCCI Class B, C-TICK, CE Immunity EN55024 Electrical Safety EN60950 (TUV), UL 60950 ( UL ) C US Laser Safety EN60825 Translated Safety Statements Important: The indicates that a translation of the safety statement is available in a PDF document titled “Translated Safety Statements” on the Allied Telesis website at www.alliedtelesis.com/support/software. 4
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Contents Preface .............................................................................................................................................................. 9 Document Conventions .................................................................................................................................................10 Contacting Allied Telesis ...............................................................................................................................
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Contents Building a Driver from a TAR File...........................................................................................................................74 Network Installation .......................................................................................................................................................76 Removing the Linux Driver from a TAR Installation.......................................................................................................77 Mo
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Figures Figure 1. Removing the PC Cover.......................................................................................................................................25 Figure 2. Removing the Faceplate From PCI Slot...............................................................................................................26 Figure 3. Inserting the Network Adapter Card ...................................................................................................................
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Preface This guide contains instructions on how to install the AT-2900 Series Gigabit Ethernet Network adapters. In addition, procedures are provided that describe how to install and configure the driver software. The Preface contains the following sections: “Document Conventions” on page 10 “Contacting Allied Telesis” on page 11 9
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Preface Document Conventions This document uses the following conventions: Note Notes provide additional information. Caution Cautions inform you that performing or omitting a specific action may result in equipment damage or loss of data. Warning Warnings inform you that performing or omitting a specific action may result in bodily injury. 10
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AT-2900 Series Gigabit Ethernet Network Adapters Installation Guide Contacting Allied Telesis If you need assistance with this product, you may contact Allied Telesis technical support by going to the Support & Services section of the Allied Telesis web site at www.alliedtelesis.com/support. You can find links for the following services on this page: 24/7 Online Support — Enter our interactive support center to search for answers to your product questions in our knowledge database, to che
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Preface 12
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Chapter 1 Overview This chapter provides an overview to the Allied Telesis AT-2900 Series Gigabit Ethernet Adapters and contains the following sections: “Functional Description” on page 14 “LEDs” on page 16 “AT-2900 Series Adapter Software Drivers” on page 17 “Failover Teaming” on page 19 13
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Chapter 1: Overview Functional Description The AT-2900 Series Gigabit Ethernet Adapters target the increased congestion experienced at the backbone and server in today’s networks. These adapters provide a future upgrade path for high-end workstations that require more bandwidth than Fast Ethernet can provide. The adapter connects a PCI compliant server or workstation to a Gigabit Ethernet network. The adapter incorporates a technology that transfers data at a maximum rate of 2Gbps - 20 tim
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AT-2900 Series Gigabit Ethernet Network Adapters Installation Guide installation. Standard-profile bracket Inform your network supplier of any missing or damaged items. If you need to return the adapter, you must pack it in the original (or equivalent) packing material or the warranty will be voided. 15
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Chapter 1: Overview LEDs All fiber adapter models have two LEDs: LINK and ACT. The LINK LED indicates an active link and the ACT (Activity) LED indicates data transfer status. After the driver is loaded and the cables are connected properly. The LINK LED is lit and the ACT LED is on if data traffic is present. See Table 1. Table 1. Fiber Optic Port LED Status LED State Description LINK On Valid fiber link. Off No fiber link. ACT Blinking Data traffic is present between the adapter and the
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AT-2900 Series Gigabit Ethernet Network Adapters Installation Guide AT-2900 Series Adapter Software Drivers An AT-2900 Series adapter is shipped from the factory with the default Broadcom software driver installed. To update the software driver, you have two options: If your system has an Internet connection, you can download the AT-2900 software driver from the Microsoft’s Update Manager. This utility is accessed through the Start button. However, the Microsoft Update Manager may not ha
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Chapter 1: Overview Note Novell NetWare 5.1 does not support Jumbo Frames. 18
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AT-2900 Series Gigabit Ethernet Network Adapters Installation Guide Failover Teaming Failover Teaming provides redundant adapter operation in the event that a network connection fails. When multiple Allied Telesis Gigabit Ethernet adapters are installed in the same server, they can be paired into Teams. Each team must have at least one adapter, but can support up to eight adapters. The number of teams is limited by the number of adapters that are installed. If the primary adapter in a tea
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