D-Link DFE-550TX [17/29] Software installation

D-Link DFE-550TX Adapter

Software Installation

On account of the great variety of network environments in

which the DFE-550TX may be used, the instructions for

software installation are given as README files on the DFE-

550TX Software CD-ROM. Review the root directory and locate

the subdirectory containing the appropriate software for use

with your network operating system. Access the README file

for overview information. For full installation details, see the

README file and the referenced instruction files in the sub-

directory.

Verification/Diagnostic Program

This test program verifies configuration of the DFE-550TX as set

by the installation procedure, and assists with isolation of any

faults in operation. Verification and testing procedures are

optional, and will only be useful in the unusual event that there

is a fault, such as an interrupt number conflict among your

computer expansion cards. If your installation provides normal

operation, you might choose to skip these procedures.

The Verification/Diagnostic Program provides two levels of

testing: adapter function testing and network operation testing.

Adapter testing includes a variety of diagnostic procedures.

Adapter testing does not require substitution of a loopback

cable. All procedures of the Adapter test may be carried out

with the network cable connection in place.

For the network operation test, the cable connecting your

station with its supporting hub must be in place. Network

testing involves the broadcast transmission of test packets from

the primary station. The test cannot be fully implemented

unless a second station on the LAN is available to the network

operation test, in order to return the test packets to the primary

station.