OnLine-Manual SK-NET FDDI Network Interface Cards This edition applies to the SysKonnect product family of SK-NET FDDI network interface cards. Contents are subject to change. Fifth edition (July 1997). Manual Part Number: 55-00-072-005

CONTENTS

• Safety Information - Read This First
• Figures
• Notices
• Terms Used in This Manual
• Chapter 1. General Information
• Overview FDDI NIC Characteristics
• The Adapter Kit
• Handling Instructions
• Attaching SK-NET FDDI Adapters to Your Network
• Connection Types
• 1. Dual Attachment to the Dual Ring
• 2. Single Attachment to a Concentrator
• 3. Dual Homing
• Port Types (A, B, M and S)
• Port Usage in Dual Attached Connections
• Port Usage in Single Attached Connections
• Port Usage in Dual Homed Connections
• What You Need to Install the Adapter
• Chapter 2. Installation of the Adapter
• Installation Overview
• Quick Installation
• Step 0/ISA. Dip Switch settings
• Step 0/MCA. Update the Backup Copy of the Computer's Reference Diskette
• Step 1. Remove the Cover from the Computer
• Step 2. Install the Adapter in an Expansion Slot
• Step 3. Replace the Computer Cover and Reconnect the Cables
• Step 4/EISA. Start and Configure the Computer
• Step 4/MCA. Start and Configure the Computer
• Step 4/PCI. Start and Configure the Computer
• Step 5. Test the Adapter
• If a Test Fails
• Step 6. Attach the FDDI Cable to the Adapter
• Chapter 3. Installation of the Protocol Drivers
• LEDs
• Network Drivers (Protocol Drivers)
• Reading driver installation instructions under DOS
• Installation of the Readme Viewer Tool
• Use of the Readme Viewer Tool
• Glossary
• Appendix A. Data Sheet
• Appendix B. Interface Pinouts
• RJ-45 Receptacle
• Optical Bypass Switch Receptacle

FIGURES

• Figure 1. SK-NET FDDI adapter kit (e.g. SK-NET FDDI-FE)
• Figure 2. Possibilities for the Organization of an FDDI network
• Figure 3. FDDI Port/Transceiver types
• Figure 4. Copper cable, fiber optical cable (with MIC plug)
• Figure 5. Position of Jumper and Dip Switches
• Figure 6. Installation of an adapter in an expansion slot
• Figure 7. Typical Adapter Configuration Error Screen
• Figure 8. Wrap Plug for the Loopback Test (e.g. MIC)
• Figure 9. RJ-45 Wrap Plug, Pin Assignment
• Figure 10. Removal of the Process Plug
• Figure 11. Typical Message Screen of the Diagnostic Program
• Figure 12. Typical Error Message Screen of the Diagnostic Program
• Figure 13. Attachment of the FDDI Cable
• Figure 14. RJ-45 Pinout
• Figure 15. Optical Bypass Interface

NOTICES

TERMS USED IN THIS MANUAL

In this manual, the following abbreviations for the product names are used:

• SAS Adapter for SysKonnect FDDI NICs designed for single attachment to the FDDI network
• DAS Adapter for SysKonnect FDDI NICs designed for dual attachment to the FDDI network
• EISA Adapter for SysKonnect FDDI NICs designed for installation in EISA (Extended Industry Standard) bus computers
• ISA Adapter for SysKonnect FDDI NICs designed for installation in ISA (Industry Standard) bus computers
• PCI Adapter for SysKonnect FDDI NICs designed for installation in PCI (Peripheral Component Interconnect) bus computers
• MCA Adapter for SysKonnect FDDI NICs designed for installation in Micro Channel Architecture computers
• Copper Adapter for SysKonnect FDDI NICs designed for copper cabling
• Fiber Adapter for SysKonnect FDDI NICs designed for fiber optic cabling (SC or MIC)
• MIC Adapter for SysKonnect FDDI NICs supporting MIC cabling and connection systems
• SC Adapter for SysKonnect FDDI NICs supporting SC cabling and connection systems
• Transceiver is the receptacle (and its electronic components) on the adapter for the connection to the network. Network interface cards for fiber cabling use "fiber-optic transceivers".
• SC is a standardized low cost fiber-optic cable type. Different from MIC cable (supporting two optical connections per cable), it supports single fiber-optic connection.

If applicable, the Release Notes delivered with the adapter kit give an updated overview of the current adapter types and the characteristics (bus architecture, cabling...). Please refer to the Glossary at the end of this manual for the definition of any unknown terms used in this manual.