Page 2 - FCC Warning
D-Link DFE-550TX Adapter Information in this document is subject to change without notice. © 2004 D-Link Computer Corporation. All rights reserved. Reproduction in any manner whatsoever without the written permission of D-Link Computer Corporation is strictly forbidden. Trademarks used in this text:...
Page 7 - Wichtige Sicherheitshinweise
D-Link DFE-550TX Adapter Installation vi Information in this document is subject to change without notice. Warranty for all Countries and Regions except USA Wichtige Sicherheitshinweise Bitte lesen Sie sich diese Hinweise sorgfältig durch. Heben Sie diese Anleitung für den spätern Gebrauch auf. Vor ...
Page 8 - WARRANTIES EXCLUSIVE
D-Link DFE-550TX Adapter Installation vii Wenn folgende Situationen auftreten ist das Gerät vom Stromnetz zu trennen und von einer qualifizierten Servicestelle zu überprüfen: Netzkabel oder Netzstecker sint beschädigt. Flüssigkeit ist in das Gerät eingedrungen. Das Gerät war Feuchtigkeit ausgesetzt....
Page 9 - LIMITATION OF LIABILITY; Limited Warranty
D-Link DFE-550TX Adapter Installation viii LIMITATION OF LIABILITY IN NO EVENT WILL D-LINK BE LIABLE FOR ANY DAMAGES, INCLUDING LOSS OF DATA, LOSS OF PROFITS, COST OF COVER OR OTHER INCIDENTAL, CONSEQUENTIAL OR INDIRECT DAMAGES ARISING OUT THE INSTALLATION, MAINTENANCE, USE, PERFORMANCE, FAILURE OR ...
Page 11 - Table of Contents; ACPI P
D-Link DFE-550TX Adapter Installation x Table of Contents INTRODUCTION ........................................................................... 1 ACPI P OWER M ANAGEMENT ......................................................... 1 W AKE O N LAN ........................................................
Page 12 - Introduction; ACPI Power Management
D-Link DFE-550TX Adapter 1 Introduction Thank you for choosing the D-Link DFE-550TX - the value leader among Fast Ethernet adapters for the PCI-Bus. This introduction gives a general description of the newer networking technologies found on the DFE-550TX. ACPI Power Management The DFE-550TX adapter ...
Page 13 - Flow Control
D-Link DFE-550TX Adapter 2 • Forgot a document and out of town? Send a Wake-up signal to your computer and retrieve the needed file. • Initiate long routines and reports before you get to work. • Transfer files when the network traffic is low (during late hours). • Power ON your PC before you arrive...
Page 14 - DMI/Desktop Management Interface
D-Link DFE-550TX Adapter 3 because broadcast packets reach every terminal on the network, creating undue traffic and occupying CPU time on all computers. IP Multicasting is a much better way to send data to groups, especially since routers and even switches can filter packets so they only reach thos...
Page 15 - IEEE802.1p Priority Tagging
D-Link DFE-550TX Adapter 4 IEEE802.1p Priority Tagging With the growing number of network applications, local area networks (LANs) must deliver data for a wide variety applications. Email, file transfers, database queries, voice over IP (VoIP), video-conferencing and multimedia must all be delivered...
Page 16 - Product Features
D-Link DFE-550TX Adapter 5 system. Product Features Designed for high performance and versatility, the DFE-550TX Adapter provides the following features: • Plug and Play installation. • Complies with the IEEE 802.3 10Base-T and 802.3u 100Base-TX Ethernet standards. • RJ-45 connector for standard net...
Page 17 - Unpacking; Installing the Adapter
D-Link DFE-550TX Adapter 6 Installation Installation of the DFE-550TX 10/100 NWay Ethernet Adapter requires installing the hardware first. Once the interface card has been installed into the host computer, the software can be installed. Unpacking CAUTION: Under ordinary circumstances, a DFE-550TX in...
Page 18 - Connecting the WOL Cable; The WOL Cable
D-Link DFE-550TX Adapter 7 will destroy the Boot ROM Chip! 3. Firmly insert the contact edge of the DFE-550TX card into any available PCI Bus expansion slot. 4. Install the bracket screw to secure the card to the computer chassis. 5. At this point, refer to section Connecting the WOL Cable to instal...
Page 19 - Connecting the Network Cable
D-Link DFE-550TX Adapter 8 the WOL cable. 1. Connect either end connector of the WOL Cable to the NIC WOL Connector. Both ends of the WOL Cable are identical, so either end may be used. 2. Examine the PC motherboard and/or refer to the manual for the motherboard to locate the corresponding WOL Conne...
Page 20 - Connecting for 100Mbps Fast Ethernet; Connecting for 10Mbps Ethernet
D-Link DFE-550TX Adapter 9 Connecting for 100Mbps Fast Ethernet Category 5 UTP cable is required for Fast Ethernet operation. The maximum cable run between the DFE-550TX and the supporting hub or switch is 100m. The cable must be straight- through (not a crossover cable), with an RJ-45 plug at each ...
Page 22 - Adapter Function Test
D-Link DFE-550TX Adapter 11 steps: Adapter Function Test 1. Insert the DFE-550TX Software CD-ROM in an available drive (here shown as CD-ROM drive ). At the DOS prompt (here shown as > ), key in: DIAG.EXE and <RETURN> . The opening screen of the Verification/ Diagnostic program will appear....
Page 23 - Network Operation Test
D-Link DFE-550TX Adapter 12 Network Operation Test 4. If you have access to a second station on the LAN, then skip ahead to Step 5. If you do not have access to a second station on the LAN, then the network test will be limited to blind transmission of test packets (none of which will be returned to...
Page 24 - Tr oubleshooting
D-Link DFE-550TX Adapter 13 Tr oubleshooting If you experience any problems with the adapter, first verify that the appropriate driver is loaded, that the proper grade of cable is employed for the network connection, and that the supporting hub is functioning properly. 1. Ascertain that the adapter ...
Page 25 - Specifications
D-Link DFE-550TX Adapter 14 Specifications Network Type: • Fast Ethernet 100Base-TX IEEE 802.3u standard for 100Mbps baseband CSMA/CD local area network • Ethernet 10BASE-T IEEE 802.3 standard for 10Mbps baseband CSMA/CD local area network Jumperless Hardware NWay Auto-negotiation enabled Media inte...
Page 27 - Offices
Offices Australia D-Link Australasia 1 Giffnock Avenue, North Ryde, NSW 2113, Sydney, Australia TEL: 61-2-8899-1800 FAX: 61-2-8899-1868 URL: www.dlink.com.au Belgium D-Link Belgium Rue des Colonies 11, B-1000 Brussels, Belgium TEL: 32 (0)2 517 7111 FAX: 32 (0)2 517 6500 URL: www.dlink-benelux.com Br...
Page 31 - Registration
Registration Register your product on-line at: http://support.dlink.com/register Product registration is entirely voluntary and failure to complete or return this form will not diminish your warranty rights.
Page 32 - Registration Card
Registration Card (Excluding USA) Print, type or use block letters. Your name: Mr./Ms____________________________________________________________________________ Organization:_____________________________ Dept. ____________________________________ Your title at organization: ________________________...
