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Gigabit Ethernet Network
Adapters
AT-2916SX
AT-2916LX10/LC-901
AT-2931SX
AT-2972SX
AT-2972LX10/LC-901
AT-2972SX/2
AT-2972T/2
Installation Guide
613-001286 Rev. B
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Copyright © 2011 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-901, AT-2931SX, AT-2972SX, AT-2972LX10/LC-901, AT-2972SX/2, AT-2972T/2 This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of FCC
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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 Safety Symbols Used in this Document ........................................................................................................................12 Where to Find Web-based Guides ................................................................................................................................13 Contacting Allied Telesis ...............................................................................................................................................
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Contents Checksum Offload..................................................................................................................................................66 VLAN ID .................................................................................................................................................................67 Wake Up Capabilities .....................................................................................................................................
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AT-7100/24 Fast Ethernet Switch Installation Guide Appendix B: Cleaning Fiber Optic Connectors 135 Using a Cartridge-Type Cleaner136 Using a Swab138 7
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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-29xx 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: “Safety Symbols Used in this Document” on page 12 “Where to Find Web-based Guides” on page 13 “Contacting Allied Telesis” on page 14 11
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Preface Safety Symbols Used in this Document This document uses the safety symbols defined in Table 1. Table 1. Safety Symbols Symbol Meaning Description Caution Performing or omitting a specific action may result in equipment damage or loss of data. Warning Performing or omitting a specific action may result in electrical shock. 12
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AT-29xx Series Gigabit Ethernet Network Adapters Installation Guidee Where to Find Web-based Guides The installation and user guides for all Allied Telesis products are available in portable document format (PDF) on our web site at www.alliedtelesis.com/support/software. You can view the documents online or download them onto a local workstation or server. 13
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Preface Contacting Allied Telesis This section provides Allied Telesis contact information for technical support as well as sales and corporate information. Online Support You can request technical support online by accessing the Allied Telesis Knowledge Base: www.alliedtelesis.com/support/kb.aspx. You can use the Knowledge Base to submit questions to our technical support staff and review answers to previously asked questions. Email and For Technical Support via email or telephone, refer
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Chapter 1 Introduction to the AT-29xx Series Gigabit Ethernet Network Adapters This chapter provides an introduction to the Allied Telesis AT-29xx Series Gigabit Ethernet Network adapters and contains the following sections: “Functional Description” on page 16 “LEDs” on page 18 “AT-29xx Series Adapter Software Drivers” on page 19 “Failover Teaming” on page 20 15
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Chapter 1: Introduction to the AT-29xx Series Gigabit Ethernet Network Adapters Functional Description The AT-29xx Series Gigabit Ethernet Network 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
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AT-29xx Series Gigabit Ethernet Network Adapters Installation Guide The adapter versions differ only in their PCI connector type. The SC version adapters have an SC connector, and the LC version adapters have an LC connector. The LEDs and software drivers are identical for all adapter models and versions. Contents of Your Included with your adapter are the following items: Shipment Antistatic bag (used for protecting the adapter when stored or shipped). Keep the adapter in its packaging un
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Chapter 1: Introduction to the AT-29xx Series Gigabit Ethernet Network Adapters 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 Bl
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AT-29xx Series Gigabit Ethernet Network Adapters Installation Guide AT-29xx Series Adapter Software Drivers An AT-29xx 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- 29xx software driver from the Microsoft’s Update Manager. This utility is accessed through the Start button. However, the Microsoft Update Manager may not hav
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Chapter 1: Introduction to the AT-29xx Series Gigabit Ethernet Network Adapters 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 adap
