Apple CS II Operation & User’s Manual

Text of Apple CS II User Guide:

• Apple CS II, 1 The Apple Ethernet CS II Card expands the communication capabilities of models of Macintosh computers that have a communication slot II (CS II). The card is designed for networks that conform to the IEEE 802.3 standard for Ethernet. There are three configurations of the Apple Ethernet CS II Card, each with a connector for a different type of Ethernet cable. These are m twisted pair m thin coaxial (“coax”) m AAUI (universal connector) This manual provides instructions for all three configurations of the card. You begin by in

• 2 Note: You’ll need to obtain the specific cable for your network separately. If you are not sure which transceiver you need, see your network administrator or support person. Your Apple Ethernet CS II card has one of three types of network connectors: twisted pair, coaxial, or AAUI connector. No matter which type of connector your card has, the procedure for installing your card in a

• Apple CS II, 3 IMPORTANT If you’re installing the Apple Ethernet CS II Thin Coax Card, a T-connector is connected to your card. Before you install the card, twist the T-connector to unlock it from your card and set it aside. 4. Tilt the card to fit the connector through the back panel’s opening and hook the small metal bracket at the top of the card to the edge of the opening. 5. Align the card over the communications slot and press down firmly and evenly on both ends until the card fits snugly into place. You can test to see if the card is pr

• Apple CS II, 4 To connect your card to the network, follow the instructions for your specific card. Check the illustration below to determine your card type. Refer to the following pages for instructions on how to connect your card: m Apple Ethernet CS II Twisted Pair Card: page 4 m Apple Ethernet CS II Coax Card: page 5 m Apple Ethernet CS II AAUI Card: page 7 Connecting an Apple Ethernet CS II Twisted Pair Card 1. Plug the twisted-pair cable from your network into the RJ-45 port on your card. Just as with a telepho

• Apple CS II, 5 Connecting an Apple Ethernet CS II Coax Card IMPORTANT Connecting your computer to the network will temporarily disrupt services to other users, so work quickly. To minimize the disruption, alert your network administrator before continuing these instructions. 1. Attach one end of the new cable for your computer to the T-connector you removed from your card. Be sure to twist and lock the cable’s connector to your T-connector. 2. On the computer closest to your computer, detach the network cable (or terminator) from the T-connector. This disrupts network services for other users. Note: You ca

• Apple CS II, 6 5. Attach your T-connector to the port on your card. It may help to use two hands. With one hand, push the T-connector on the port. While still holding the T-connector, use the fingers on your other hand to lock the connector into place. Pull the T-connector to test that it is locked securely to the port. 6. Turn on your computer’s power switch and start up the computer. You’ve made all the necessary hardware connections. Next you’ll install and set up your network communication software. For instructions, turn to “Installing Your Ethernet Software” later in th

• Apple CS II, 7 Connecting an Apple Ethernet CS II AAUI Card 1. Plug the AAUI connector from your network transceiver cable into the AAUI port on your card. You need a specific AAUI-compatible transceiver for the kind of media used for your network: thick coax, twisted-pair, thin coax, fiber-optic, or twisted-pair hub. The transceiver connects your computer to the main network cable. 2. Turn on the computer’s power switch and start up the computer. You’ve made all the necessary hardware connections. Next you’ll install and set up your network communication software. For instructions, turn to “Installing Your Ethernet

• Apple CS II, 8 If you purchased a new Macintosh with an Apple Ethernet CS II card, you may already have the required software installed. If a PCI Network Installer disk is included with your card, perform the steps in “Installing the Software,” next. If no PCI Network Installer disk is included with your card, the latest software is already installed. Skip ahead to “Setting the Network Software Selector.” Installing the Ethernet software To install the latest version of Ethernet software you need to use the Installer program on the PCI Network Installer

• Apple CS II, 9 To install Ethernet software: 1. Insert the PCI Network Installer disk in your Macintosh and double-click the disk’s icon to open it. The Apple Ethernet CS II cards require the versions of software supplied on the PCI Network Installer disk. 2. Open the Installer program, review the Welcome screen, and click Continue. The Easy Install dialog box appears. 3. Make sure that the disk indicated in the Installer’s dialog box is your current startup disk. Then click Install. If you see a message indicating that the software cannot be installed while other programs are running, click Continue. 4. When you

• 10 Setting the Network Software Selector To use your Apple Ethernet CS II card, you must set your computer to use Open Transport Networking, which provides advanced networking services and compatibility. You use the Network Software Selector application to select Open Transport Networking. For more information about Open Transport, see the “Networks” topic a

• Apple CS II, 11 Setting your control panels for Ethernet You must next set the AppleTalk and TCP/IP control panels for Ethernet. Setting the AppleTalk control panel A Macintosh computer’s AppleTalk network connection is preset for LocalTalk connected to either the printer port or the modem port. To connect to an Ethernet network using AppleTalk, you need to change the setting in the AppleTalk control panel. Follow these steps: 1. Choose Control Panels from the Apple ( K ) menu. 2. Double-click the AppleTalk control panel to open it. 3. Choose Ethernet from the pop-up menu. (You may have different netwo

• 12 4. If you see a pop-up menu that lists zones, select the zone you want. If your network has been set up to allow you to choose a zone but you have not yet done so, the menu lists choices, with your designated zone selected. The zone you select determines the default location for any network services provided by your computer and listed in the Chooser (such as file sharing). Befo

• Apple CS II, 13 Setting the TCP/IP control panel for Ethernet If you want to connect to an Ethernet network using TCP/IP network protocols, you need to change the setting in the TCP/IP control panel. Follow these steps: 1. Choose Control Panels from the Apple ( K ) menu. 2. Double-click the TCP/IP control panel to open it. 3. Choose Ethernet from the pop-up menu. (You may have different network-connection choices from those shown in the figure.) 4. Make any changes you want to the configuration or the IP address. Consult your network administrator if you need assistance with this information. 5. Close the TCP/IP control panel. A dialog box asks you to confirm your changes. 6. Click

• Apple CS II, 14 To disconnect your computer from the network, shut down your system and unplug the network cable’s connector from the port on the Ethernet card. Do not disconnect the network cable or terminator. If you plan to move your computer and reconnect to the network at a new location, notify your network administrator before you move. Disconnecting and Moving Your Computer

• Apple CS II, 15 Following are guidelines for handling common problems. If these suggestions don’t help you fix the problem, contact your network administrator. IMPORTANT The first step in troubleshooting any problem with your network connection is to check each of the following items. m The computer’s power is on. m The card is installed correctly. m The Ethernet cable’s connector is securely fastened to your card. m The network cable is in good condition and locked to the connector. m If your card is configure

• Apple CS II, 16 If you can’t select Ethernet in the AppleTalk or TCP/IP control panel: You can only select Ethernet when the network cable is installed properly and the network is operating correctly. Be sure that the network cable is properly attached. If you are still unable to select Ethernet, there may have been a problem with the network software installation. Reinstall your network software according to the instructions in this booklet. On the Apple Ethernet CS II Twisted Pair Card, the external LED will light when a proper network connection is established. If the LED doesn’t light, the network is not responding to your card. See yo

• Apple CS II, 17 If your system can’t load Ethernet at startup and reverts to LocalTalk: Your System file may be damaged or your Ethernet installation was unsuccessful. Try reinstalling the network software. Also check that your network cable is properly attached and terminated, if necessary. Check that your card is properly installed. If the system won’t let you change the network connection: You may be using essential services (such as file sharing) or applications that might prohibit the change. Quit the service named in the system’s alert message and try changing the network connection again. You can also try quitting all application programs. If this doesn’t work, and it’s all ri

• Apple CS II, 18 Apple Ethernet CS II Thin Coax Card Connector Ethernet IEEE 802.3– compliant BNC port Cable RG-58/U; 2-meter minimum length between devices Terminator 50 ohm, BNC-type Ethernet transmit/ 10 megabits per second maximum receive data rate Power dissipation Less than 2.5 watts, with an average of 2.25 watts Environmental Operating temperature: 50˚ to 104˚ F requirements (10˚ to 40˚ C) Humidity: 20% to 95% noncondensing Ethernet controller Digital Semiconductor DECchip 21041 Apple Ethernet CS II Twisted-Pair Card Connect

• Apple CS II, Apple Ethernet CS II AAUI Card Connector Ethernet IEEE 802.3– compatible AAUI port Ethernet transmit/ 10 megabits per second data receive rate maximum Power dissipation Less than .9 watts, with an average of .75 watt (plus transceiver power dissipation.) Environmental Operating temperature: 50˚ to 104˚ F requirements (10˚ to 40˚ C) Humidity: 20% to 95% noncondensing Ethernet controller Digital Semiconductor DECchip 21041 19

• Apple CS II, The following books from Apple Computer, published by Addison-Wesley, are available at computer bookstores. Planning and Managing AppleTalk Networks provides comprehensive information on setting up, maintaining, and troubleshooting small- to medium-sized AppleTalk networks. Inside AppleTalk, second edition, is the definitive technical guide to the protocol architecture of the AppleTalk network system. 20 For More Information

• Apple CS II, The equipment described in this manual generates and uses radio- frequency energy. If it is not installed and used properly—that is, in strict accordance with Apple’s instructions—it may cause interference with radio and television reception. This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device pursuant to the specifications in Part 15 of Federal Communications Commission (FCC) rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against such interference in a residential installation. However, there is no guarantee that the interference will not occur in a particular ins

• Industry Canada DOC Class B Compliance This digital apparatus does not exceed the Class B limits for radio noise emissions from digital apparatus set out in the radio interference regulations of the Canadian Department of Communications. Observation des normes—Classe B Le présent appareil numérique n’émet pas de bruits radioélectriques dépassant les limites

• This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class A digital device pursuant to Part 15 of the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against such interference when the equipment is operated in a commercial environment. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio-frequency energy and, if

• Apple CS II, This manual is copyrighted by Apple or by Apple’s suppliers, with all rights reserved. Under the copyright laws, this manual may not be copied, in whole or in part, without the written consent of Apple Computer, Inc. This exception does not allow copies to be made for others, whether or not sold, but all of the material purchased may be sold, given, or lent to another person. Under the law, copying includes translating into another language. The Apple logo is a registered trademark of Apple Computer, Inc. Use of the “keyboard” Apple logo (Option-Shift-K) for commerc

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