This chapter describes how to install the NIC in your PC and connect it to an Ethernet or Fast Ethernet network.
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WARNING: Before handling the NIC, touch the bare metal case of your PC to discharge static electricity from your body. While you are handling the NIC, wear a wrist strap grounded to the PC chassis. |
Your PC or server must meet the following requirements to successfully install the NIC:
There are four steps to the NIC installation:
If you are installing multiple EtherLink PCI NICs in a PC or server, follow the instructions in Installing Multiple NICs.
If you are upgrading a PC from Windows 95 to Windows 98 that already has an EtherLink PCI NIC installed, follow the instructions in the WIN98.TXT file located in the HELP directory on the EtherCD.
If you already have an EtherLink PCI NIC installed and want to update the network driver, follow the instructions in Updating the Network Driver and NIC Software.