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  • Page 1 DFE-650TXD 10/100 Ethernet PC Card User's Manual...

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Table of Contents for the DFE-650TX/TXD 10/100 Ethernet PC Card Introduction Contents of Package About Fast Ethernet About Autonegotiation Troubleshooting Networking Basics Technical Support D-Link Locations Worldwide Specifications Warranty Registration...

  • Page 3: Introduction

    Ethernet environment, and automatically negotiates and determines its own speed and duplex settings as required for maximum performance within the environment. (The autonegotiation function is effective only when the DFE-650TXD is connected to the network by a device (switch or hub) which also has autonegotiation functionality.)
  • Page 4 INTRODUCTION continued Inside its compact case, the D-Link DFE-650TXD holds an Ethernet controller, network processing interface, a 68-pin PC Card Standard front-end plug, which connects to the notebook PC, and a direct port for connecting RJ-45. The DFE-650TXD requires no pre-installation setup -- simply insert its front end into the notebook PC's PC-Card slot.

  • Page 5: Contents Of Package

    CONTENTS OF PACKAGE DFE-650TXD 10/100 Ethernet PC Card DFE-650TXD 10/100 Ethernet PC Card Package Contents DFE-650TXD 10/100 Ethernet PC Card Driver CD User's Manual in CD Quick Install Guide One plastic storage bag for the DFE-650TXD card...

  • Page 6: About Fast Ethernet

    100Base-TX operation (in Category 5 twisted-pair cable environ- ments). It does not provide 100Base-T4 or 100Base-FX operation. To provide for traditional 10Mbps Ethernet operation in twisted-pair cable environments, the DFE-650TXD also offers 10Mbps Ethernet operation, in full-duplex and half-duplex modes. The DFE-650TXD's autonegotiation capability provides for automatic...

  • Page 7: About Autonegotiation

    Autonegotiation between devices within an Ethernet LAN is similar in concept, but much briefer. The two devices involved in the autonegotiation will be your DFE-650TXD and the switch or hub through which it is connected into the LAN. (Switches ordinarily provide for autonegotiation;...
  • Page 8 (single capability) message will be recognized by the DFE-650TXD's autonegotiation facility, and the DFE-650TXD will simply switch to the one of its own capabilities which matches that of the supporting device. Once the auto-negotiation is completed, then the line is ready, and it will provide an optimal data channel between the DFE-650TXD and the supporting device.

  • Page 9: Troubleshooting

    TROUBLESHOOTING A network can be simple to install and maintain. However, occasionally something might go wrong. The best approach to troubleshooting network problems is to start at the very simplest level and work your way up. On the following pages we have covered many of the common troubleshooting situations.
  • Page 10 TROUBLESHOOTING continued UNDERSTANDING THE INDICATORS Your DFE-650TXD PC Card has indicator lights that can give you information about your network traffic and help you determine problems when troubleshooting. 100/10 Link Full The DFE-650TXD PC Card has six LED indicators: 100/10 Indicator: An orange light indicates that it is ON.
  • Page 11 Click the "Device Manager" tab on top of the "System Properties" dialog box. Double-Click "Network Adapters" if you do not see any items branching out. You should see "D-Link DFE-650TX /TXD PCMCIA PC Card branching out after double-Clicking Network Adapters."...
  • Page 12 TROUBLESHOOTINGcontinued If you see symbols such as yellow exclamation point or red "X" over the icon adjacent to "D-Link DFE-650TX/TXD PC Card," your card is not installed properly or may have a problem. Double-click the "D-Link DFE-650TX/TXD PC Card" read the explanation of the problem.
  • Page 13 Included on the CD-ROM is a "DFE-650TXD PCMCIA Adapter Driver Program." It is a diagnostic program that will help you deter- mine if any faults exist in your DFE-650TXD Network Adapters or connection. Restart your computer in MS-DOS mode. (Click "Start,"...
  • Page 14 TROUBLESHOOTING continued Pinging your DFE-650TXD Card Follow these steps to Ping a device: Ping is the acronym for Packet Internet Groper (PING), a utility to determine if a specific IP address is accessible. It works by send- ing a packet to the specified address and waiting for a reply. Ping is primarily used to troubleshoot Internet connections.
  • Page 15 TROUBLESHOOTING HOW TO FREE AN IRQ What to do if you don't have an available IRQ If there is not an available (open) IRQs on your system, you can do the following: The first thing you can do is let your Motherboard and Windows do the work for you.
  • Page 16 TROUBLESHOOTING HOW TO FREE AN IRQ What to do if you don't have an available IRQ continued 5. The next setting below should be "Reset Configuration" or "Reset ESSCD." Set this to “a "Enabled." Note: This is a one-time setting. Meaning after you reboot your computer the setting will return to "Disabled."...
  • Page 17 TROUBLESHOOTING HOW TO FREE AN IRQ If you do not have a Plug and Play Motherboard or you still do not have a free IRQ If you do not have a Plug and Play Motherboard or you still do not have a free IRQ you might need to disable some unused Hardware.
  • Page 18 TROUBLESHOOTING HOW TO FREE AN IRQ If you do not have a Plug and Play Motherboard or you still do not have a free IRQ continued Other hardware that can be disabled Other hardware that can be disabled on your system might be what are referred to as "Built On."...
  • Page 19 TROUBLESHOOTING HOW TO FREE AN IRQ If you do not have a Plug and Play Motherboard or you still do not have a free IRQ continued 7. Change the setting for "Reset Configuration" to "Enabled." 8. Hit the "ESC" key and go to the heading "Save and Exit."...

  • Page 20: Networking Basics

    D-Link is one of the largest manufacturers of Ethernet products in the world. D-Link's technological expertise and dedication to providing quality products at a low price makes D-Link a good place to watch for the newest in networking innovations. Or, you may want to get the newest drivers available for your...
  • Page 21 NETWORKING BASICS Computer Identification If you had previously given your Windows 98 computers names or if you are using Windows 98, you may need to verify that each computer has a unique name and common workgroup name. A. On your Desktop, right-click the icon "Network Places" and select "Properties"...
  • Page 22 NETWORKING BASICS Computer Identification C. Type a unique, identifying name for this particular computer in the "Computer name:" box. This will be the name that other computers on your network will use to communicate with this computer. Each computer's name must be unique on a particular network or confusion will result.
  • Page 23 NETWORKING BASICS Sharing Files With your computers connected together on a network, you may now open and save files on another computer. You will be able to specify particular folders or disk drives to "share" and even password protect them. The steps below will enable you to share specific files and folders with other computers on your network.
  • Page 24 NETWORKING BASICS Sharing Files D. Click to place a check mark next to "I want to be able to give others access to my files." E. Click "OK" on the "File and Print Sharing" dialog box. F. Click "OK" on the "Network" dialog box. G.
  • Page 25 NETWORKING BASICS Sharing Files H. You will now be able to identify a particular folder or disk drive to share. You may want to share a folder that both you and a colleague/family member needs to access occasionally. Or, maybe you want to share a CD-ROM drive so your other computer that does not have one can read CD's.
  • Page 26 NETWORKING BASICS Sharing Files K. Select "Share As:" to set the parameters for sharing this particular disk drive or folder. L. The "Share Name:" box is used to identify the disk drive or folder you are sharing to other computers on the network. You can give it any name you wish.
  • Page 27 NETWORKING BASICS Sharing Files O. "Passwords:" allow you to apply a level of security to your shared disk drives and folders. Another computer (user) will be required to enter the password you designate here before accessing the disk drive or folder. Two passwords are used to give two levels of security (or access) to others on the network using the "Depends on Password"...
  • Page 28 NETWORKING BASICS Sharing Files Q. You may now access this disk drive or folder from another computer on your network. Do so by double-clicking the "My Network Places" icon on your desktop or inside Windows Explorer. R. Navigate to the computer with the shared disk drive or folder (recognized by the "Computer Name"...
  • Page 29 NETWORKING BASICS Sharing Printers "Sharing" a printer connected to one computer with other computers on you network can be very convenient - allowing you to print from any computer on the network. The steps below will enable you to print with other computers on your network.
  • Page 30 NETWORKING BASICS Sharing Printers B. Click the "File and Print Sharing" button. C. Click to place a check mark next to "I want to be able to allow others to print to my printer(s)." D. Click "OK" on the "File and Print Sharing" dialog box. E.
  • Page 31 NETWORKING BASICS Sharing Printers From the "Start" select "Setting", then select "Printers." Right click on the printer you want to share with others on the network and select "Sharing." G. Click "Share As:" and provide a "Share Name:" to identify the printer to other computers on the network.
  • Page 32 If you find this inconvenient, devices known as Network Print Servers are available from D-Link including the DP-301 and DP-101P. A Network Print Server would allow you to directly connect your printer to...
  • Page 33 NETWORKING BASICS How to Install TCP/IP Go to START > Settings > Control Panel Double click on "Network".
  • Page 34 NETWORKING BASICS How to Install TCP/IP Select the "D-Link DFE-650TX/TXD 10/100 Ethernet PC Card" Click on Add D-Link DFE-650TX/TXD 10/100 Ethernet PC Card Select "Protocol" Click "Add"...
  • Page 35 NETWORKING BASICS How to Install TCP/IP Select "Microsoft" Scroll down and Select "TCP/IP" Click "Ok" Now the "TCP/IP for D-Link DFE-650TXD 10/100 Ethernet PC Card" will be available. The TCP/IP Installation is now complete.
  • Page 36 NETWORKING BASICS Configuring a Dynamic IP Address When the drivers are installed, the default setting is set to obtain IP dynamically through a DHCP server. If you need to check or change the settings, then do the following: Go to START > Settings > Control Panel Double Click on "Network"...
  • Page 37 NETWORKING BASICS Configuring a Dynamic IP Address Highlight TCP/IP for the DFE-650TXD Click on "Properties" D-Link DFE-650TX/TXD Fast Ethernet PC Card NOTE: If TCP/IP is not present see Section 1: "How to Install TCP/IP".
  • Page 38 NETWORKING BASICS Configuring a Dynamic IP Address When the TCP/IP window opens, choose "IP Address" tab. Select "Obtain an IP Address Automatically." Click "OK." When the network properties window comes back up, click "OK." Windows will ask you to reboot and click "Yes."...
  • Page 39 NETWORKING BASICS Configuring a Static IP Address Go to START > Settings > Control Panel Double Click on "Network"...
  • Page 40 NETWORKING BASICS Configuring a Static IP Address Highlight TCP/IP for the DFE-650TXD. Scroll down if you cannot see it. Click on "Properties." D-Link DFE-650TX/TXD 10/100 Ethernet PC Card NOTE: If TCP/IP is not present see Section 1: "How to Install TCP/IP. "...
  • Page 41 NETWORKING BASICS Configuring a Static IP Address When the "TCP/IP Properties" window opens, choose "IP Address" tab. Select "Specify an IP address." Enter an IP address into the empty field. Suggested IP Range 192.168.0.2 to 192.168.0.254 NOTE: IP Addresses must be signed sequentially to each computer.
  • Page 42 NETWORKING BASICS Checking TCP/IP Address of the Wireless Access Point Click on the Start button and click "Run." Figure 11 - Start > Run...
  • Page 43 Checking TCP/IP Address of the Wireless Access Point Type "winipcfg" in the "Open" box. Click "OK". The IP Configuration screen will be displayed. The IP address will be displayed in the IP Address box. D-Link DFE-650TX/TXD Fast Click on "More Info" to display additional IP information.
  • Page 44 NETWORKING BASICS Checking TCP/IP Address of the Wireless Access Point D-Link DFE-650TX/TXD...
  • Page 45 NETWORKING BASICS Checking the Connection by Pinging Click on the Start button and click "Run." Type "command" in the "Open" box. Click "OK" to get to a DOS prompt.
  • Page 46 NETWORKING BASICS Checking the Connection by Pinging Type "ping 192.168.0.1," which is the IP address of the Gateway in this case, and hit the "Enter" key. A successful ping will show four replies.

  • Page 47: Technical Support

    Phone: 949-788-0805 (option #4) If you are a customer residing outside of the United States, please refer to the list of D-Link locations that is included in this manual. Thank you for purchasing this product. We like to receive feedback from our customers concerning our products.

  • Page 48: D-Link Locations Worldwide

    TEL: 39-02-2900-0676 FAX: 39-02-2900-1723 URL: www.dlink.it E-MAIL: info@dlink.it JAPAN D-LINK JAPAN 10F, 8-8-15 Nishi-Gotanda, Shinagawa-ku, Tokyo 141 Japan TEL: 81-3-5434-9678 FAX: 81-3-5434-9868 URL: www.d-link.co.jp RUSSIA D-LINK RUSSIA Michurinski Prospekt 49, 117607 Moscow, Russia TEL: 7-095-737-3389, 7-095-737-3492 FAX: 7-095-737-3390 SINGAPORE D-LINK INTERNATIONAL...

  • Page 49: Specifications

    TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS Product Name: D-Link DFE 650TXD Model: DFE-650TXD Standards: · Ethernet 100Base-TX · Ethernet IEEE 802.3u standard for 100Mbps baseband CSMA/CD local area network · Ethernet 10Base-T · Ethernet IEEE 802.3 standard for 10Mbps baseband CSMA/CD · Local Area Network ·...
  • Page 50 TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS continued Physical Dimensions: · L = 12 mm · W = 54 mm · H = 3 mm Temperature: · ¢J ¢J Operating Temperature: 0 to 60 · ¢J ¢J ¢K ¢K Storage Temperature: -20 to 70 to 158 Humidity: ·...
  • Page 51 Copyright ? 000 D-Link, all rights reserved. D-Link, DFE 650TXD, DWL-120, DWL-1000AP, DWL-500, and DWL-650 are registered trademarks of D-Link. Microsoft Windows 98, Windows ME, Windows 2000, and Windows NT are trademarks of the Microsoft Corporation. All other trademarks are registered trademarks or trademarks of their...

  • Page 52: Warranty

    LIMITED WARRANTY D-Link Systems, Inc. ("D-Link") provides this limited warranty for its product only to the person or entity who originally purchased the product from D-Link or its authorized reseller or distributor. Limited Hardware Warranty: D-Link warrants that the hardware portion of the D-Link products described below ("Hardware") will be free from...
  • Page 53 Software is delivered. If a material non-conformance is incapable of correction, or if D-Link determines in its sole discretion that it is not practical to replace the non-conforming Software, the price paid by the original licensee for the non-conforming Software will be refunded by D-Link;...
  • Page 54 PROVIDED HEREIN, THE ENTIRE RISK AS TO THE QUALITY, SELECTION AND PER - FORMANCE OF THE PRODUCT IS WITH THE PURCHASER OF THE PRODUCT. Limitation of Liability: TO THE MAXIMUM EXTENT PERMITTED BY LAW, D-LINK IS NOT LIABLE UNDER ANY CONTRACT, NEGLIGENCE, STRICT LIABILITY OR OTHER LEGAL...
  • Page 55 Trademarks Copyright ã1999 D-Link Corporation. Contents subject to change without prior notice. D- Link is a registered trademark of D-Link Corporation/D-Link Systems, Inc. All other trade- marks belong to their respective proprietors. Copyright Statement No part of this publication may be reproduced in any form or by any means or used to make any derivative such as translation, transformation, or adaptation without permission from D- Link Corporation/D-Link Systems Inc., as stipulated by the United States Copyright Act of...
  • Page 56 and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures: -Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna. -Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver. -Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected.

  • Page 57: Registration

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