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10 Install the network driver.
If you are prompted for 3Com files when Windows restarts, open the drop-down box
and select the following path:
\options\cabs
See the appropriate chapter for your operating system for information about
confirming that the NIC and driver are properly installed.
After the driver has been reinstalled, reinstall the 3Com NIC Diagnostics program. See
“Installing the 3Com NIC Diagnostics Program” on page 46 for instructions.
Troubleshooting the Network Connection
If you encounter problems with using the NIC or connecting to the network, check the
table below for troubleshooting tips.
NOTE: Before inserting or removing the NIC from the computer, turn the
computer power off and unplug the power cord.
Tip Description
Check the NIC
hardware installation
Make sure that the NIC is installed correctly in a PCI slot. Check for
specific hardware problems, such as broken traces or loose or broken
solder connections. See “Installing and Connecting the NIC” on
page 3.
Check the NIC
software installation
Make sure that the NIC software is installed correctly in the computer.
See the appropriate chapter for your operating system for information
about confirming that the NIC and driver are properly installed.
Check the network
connection
• Inspect all cables and connections. Make sure that the cable
complies with length and rating specifications described in
“Preparing the NIC and the Computer” on page 2.
• Examine the cable for obvious signs of damage, wear, or crimping.
Substitute a known working cable. Check the length and rating of
the cable. Make sure that the cable complies with 10BASE-T,
100BASE-TX, or 100BASE-FX recommendations.
Check the computer BIOS Make sure that you are running the latest BIOS for your computer. If
the BIOS has not been upgraded in the previous 12 months, contact
the computer manufacturer to obtain the current version of the BIOS
software.
Run the NIC diagnostic tests Run the NIC and Network Tests, as described in “Running the NIC
Diagnostics Tests” on page 62.
If the tests fail, replace the NIC with a known working NIC and run the
tests again, using the same configuration settings as those used on the
failed NIC. If the working NIC passes all tests, the original NIC is
probably defective. For information on product repair, see “Obtaining
Support for your Product” on page 75.
Check the 3Com support
databases
Review the known problems and solutions found in the following areas:
• 3Com Knowledgebase
• 3Com NIC Help system
• Release Notes and Frequently Asked Questions
See “Accessing 3Com Support Databases” on page 53 for instructions
on using these databases.
Download the latest NIC
driver
The 3Com Software Library is your World Wide Web connection to
software, drivers, and .INF files for all 3Com products. Point your
browser to the 3Com Web page (http://www.3com.com/). Under
Service and Support, click Software, Drivers & INFs.
Run the Clean Up Failed
Installation program
The Clean Up Failed Installation program is located on the installation
CD. See “Cleaning Up A Failed Installation” on page 54 for instructions.
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