***************************************************************************** * * * PCI Ethernet Adapter * * * * 32 Bit ODI Driver for Client32 in Windows 95 * * * * V. 3.63, Jan. 1997 * * * ***************************************************************************** Introduction: ============= This document shows you how to setup the driver and how to use the enhanced functions by setting the custom keywords. Contents of the Subdirectory: ============================= PCINWSRV.LAN The 32 Bit ODI driver for Client32 in Windows 95. PCINWSRV.INF The installation information file. CLN32W95.TXT This file. Installation: ============= Before starting with the installation process, make sure that the adapter is properly installed and configured. You can use the diagnostic program (A:\SETUP.EXE) in DOS mode to make sure your connection with the network is correct. Install Driver While Installing Client32: ----------------------------------------- When you are going to install your Client 32 software, please refer to the following steps to setup the driver for adapter: 1) Execute SETUP.EXE from Disk 1 of the Client 32 for Windows 95 software. 2) When the Network window comes up, remove the components already installed, if any. Select "Add adapter" -> "Have Disk..." to install driver from the diskette that comes with your lan adapter. 3) Insert the driver diskette into your floppy drive, and specify the path of the driver in the diskette(i.e. A:\NETWARE\CLIENT32.W95) to copy the driver files to your system. 4) You can select "PCI Ethernet Adapter" from the Network Components list, and then choose "Properties". In the Properties window, click "Advanced" button to configure the special functions provided by the adapter. Please refer to the next section, "Configuration Parameters", to setup the parameters. Click "ODI Driver" botton to make sure it is in 32 Bit mode. And, click "Bindings" to ensure that it binds with "IPX 32-Bit Protocol for Novell NetWare Client 32". 5) When the Client 32 installation is completed, reboot your PC. Client32 Installed in System Already: ------------------------------------- 1) Turn the power of your PC on to boot from Windows 95. Windows 95 may auto-detect your new adapter install, and the "New Hardware Found" dialogue box will appear. Select "Driver from disk provided by hardware manufacturer" to install driver from the diskette that come with your lan adapter. Note: If your new adapter is not detected by Windows 95, you can open "My Computer" -> "Control Panel" -> "Networks" after Windows 95 comes up, and select "Add adapter" -> "Have Disk..." to install driver from the diskette that comes with your lan adapter. 2) Insert the driver diskette into your floppy drive, and specify the path of the driver in the diskette(i.e. A:\NETWARE\CLIENT32.W95) to copy the driver files to your system. 3) You can select "PCI Ethernet Adapter" from the Network Components list, and then choose "Properties". In the Properties window, click "Advanced" button to configure the special functions provided by the adapter. Please refer to the next section, "Configuration Parameters", to setup the parameters. Click "ODI Driver" botton to make sure it is in 32 Bit mode. And, click "Bindings" to ensure that it binds with "IPX 32-Bit Protocol for Novell NetWare Client 32". 4) When the driver installation is completed, restart Windows 95. Configuration Parameters: ========================= Configuration: -------------- 1) Open "My Computer" -> "Control Panel" -> "Networks". Select "PCI Ethernet Adapter" from the Network Components list, and then click the "Properties" button. 2) Click "Advanced" button, and you will see the following properties: EarlyReceive, EarlyTransmit and FullDuplex. Turn the properties on if you want to enable the functions. Custom Properties: ------------------ EARLYTRANSMIT This keyword is used to enable turbo transmission mode for accelerating data transmission. EARLYRECEIVE This keyword is used to enable turbo transmission mode for accelerating data receiption. FULLDUPLEX This keyword is used to enable full duplex mode.