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Version 7.0 | February 23, 2015

User Manual

PCI Network Adapter
DFE-530TX+

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  • Page 1: User Manual

    Version 7.0 | February 23, 2015 User Manual PCI Network Adapter DFE-530TX+...
  • Page 2: Preface

    Trademarks D-Link and the D-Link logo are trademarks or registered trademarks of D-Link Corporation or its subsidiaries in the United States or other countries. All other company or product names mentioned herein are trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective companies.
  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Hardware Overview ..............6 Contacting Technical Support ........19 LEDs ................... 6 Warranty ................20 Installation ................. 7 Verify Installation ................9 Registration ..............25 Troubleshooting ..............10 Technology Basics ............12 Fast Ethernet ................12 Auto-Negotiation ...............13 PCI Bus ....................14 Flow Control .................14 D-Link DFE-530TX+ User Manual...
  • Page 4: Product Overview

    Section 1 - Product Overview Product Overview Package Contents • D-Link DFE-530TX+ PCI Network Adapter • Standard and Low Profile Brackets • Manual and drivers on CD • Quick Install Guide System Requirements • A computer with an available PCI slot •...
  • Page 5: Introduction

    Section 1 - Product Overview Introduction The D-Link DFE-530TX+ is a 10/100Mbps Fast Ethernet 32-bit PCI Adapter for desktops, workstations, and servers. The DFE- 530TX+ supports a wide range of operating systems including Macintosh and Windows ® With support for IEEE802.3 and IEEE 802.3u standards, the DFE-530TX+ supports 10BASE-T and 100BASE-TX networks. The DFE-530TX+ utilizes auto-negotiation to automatically adjust to the highest supported transfer rates up of to 200Mbps in full duplex mode.
  • Page 6: Hardware Overview

    A steady green light indicates a good connection to your Ethernet device. A blinking light indicates data is being transmitted (sending or receiving). Speed When lit, the device speed is 100Mbps. If the light is not lit, the device speed is 10Mbps. D-Link DFE-530TX+ User Manual...
  • Page 7: Installation

    D-Link CD. Step 1 - Turn on the computer and Insert the D-Link DFE-530TX+ Driver CD in the CD-ROM drive. If the CD Autorun function does not automatically start on your computer, go to Start > Run. In the command box type “D:\DFE530TX+.exe”...
  • Page 8 Step 5 - Once you boot your computer, Windows® will automatically install the drivers. You will receive a bubble stating Windows has finished installing the DFE-530TX+ adapter. Step 6 - Please refer to the user manual on the supplied CD-ROM for more information on configuring your adapter and advanced features. D-Link DFE-530TX+ User Manual...
  • Page 9: Verify Installation

    Windows® 8/7: Click on the System and Security icon and then click on Device Manager under System. Step 3: Scroll down and click the plus (+) sign next to Network Adapters. The D-Link DFE-530TX+ PCI Fast Ethernet Adapter (rev.G2) will be listed. D-Link DFE-530TX+ User Manual...
  • Page 10: Troubleshooting

    3. Why aren’t there any link lights lit on my D-Link PCI Network Adapter? If you do not have any lights lit on your D-Link adapter, try the following: • Make sure drivers are loaded OK in device manager. If there is a yellow exclamation mark, then the drivers are not loaded properly.
  • Page 11 A result of the Intel-IBM Advanced Manageability Alliance and part of the Wired for Management Baseline Specification, this technology helps save time on automated software installations, upgrades, disk backups and virus scans. Wake on LAN technology resides in a managed network adapter and on the system motherboard. D-Link DFE-530TX+ User Manual...
  • Page 12: Technology Basics

    Fast Ethernet), the DFE-530TX+ also supports traditional 10Mbps Ethernet operation, in full-duplex as well as half-duplex modes. Selection of the best operation mode in any given installation is automatically governed by auto-negotiation. D-Link DFE-530TX+ User Manual...
  • Page 13: Auto-Negotiation

    If the switch does not support auto-negotiation, the (single capability) message will be recognized by the DFE-530TX+ auto- negotiation facility, which will switch to those settings of its own capabilities, which match that of the switch. Auto-negotiation reoccurs any time the linkage is restored, making the line ready again for optimal data communications. D-Link DFE-530TX+ User Manual...
  • Page 14: Pci Bus

    (requiring a direct connection to a switch) and the switch’s data buffer is about to overflow, a Pause frame will be transmitted to the DFE-530TX+.The ensuing idle time keeps the buffer from overflowing and prevents data from being lost. This enhancement can improve network throughput, avoid collisions and prevent lost data, helping the network achieve optimal performance. D-Link DFE-530TX+ User Manual...
  • Page 15: Networking Basics

    Check your IP address After you install your new D-Link wireless adapter and have established a wireless connection, by default, the TCP/IP settings should be set to obtain an IP address from a DHCP server (i.e., router) automatically. To verify your IP address, please follow the steps below.
  • Page 16: Statically Assign An Ip Address

    • Press the Windows key and then type IP. Click Settings on the right side and then click View Network Connections. • Right-click on the adapter which represents your D-Link wireless network adapter. • Highlight Internet Protocol Version 4 (TCP /IPv4) and click Properties.
  • Page 17: Windows® 7/ Vista® Users

    Manage network connections along the left panel in the window. For Windows® 7, click on Change adapter settings. • Right-click on the Local Area Connection which represents your D-Link wireless network adapter which will be connected to your network. • Highlight Internet Protocol Version 4 (TCP /IPv4) and click Properties.
  • Page 18: Technical Specifications

    Diagnostic LEDs Warranty • Link: LED indicator lit when there is an active Ethernet link • 1 Years • Activity: LED indicators blink whenever there is a reception or transmission of a frame Protocol • CSMA/CD D-Link DFE-530TX+ User Manual...
  • Page 19: Contacting Technical Support

    Contacting Technical Support D-Link provides free technical support for customers within the United States and within Canada for the duration of the warranty period on this product. U.S. and Canadian customers can contact D-Link technical support through our web site or by phone.
  • Page 20: Warranty

    Warranty Period or ninety (90) days, whichever is longer, and is subject to the same limitations and exclusions. If a material defect is incapable of correction, or if D-Link determines that it is not practical to repair or replace the defective Hardware, the actual price paid by the original purchaser for the defective Hardware will be refunded by D-Link upon return to D-Link of the defective Hardware.
  • Page 21: Limited Software Warranty

    Software or to refund the portion of the actual purchase price paid that is attributable to the Software. Except as otherwise agreed by D-Link in writing, the replacement Software is provided only to the original licensee, and is subject to the terms and conditions of the license granted by D-Link for the Software.
  • Page 22: Disclaimer Of Other Warranties

    D-Link Systems, Inc., 17595 Mt. Herrmann, Fountain Valley, CA 92708. D-Link will not be held responsible for any packages that are lost in transit to D-Link. The repaired or replaced packages will be shipped to the customer via UPS Ground or any common carrier selected by D-Link.
  • Page 23: Limitation Of Liability

    FOR WARRANTY SERVICE) RESULTING FROM THE USE OF THE PRODUCT, RELATING TO WARRANTY SERVICE, OR ARISING OUT OF ANY BREACH OF THIS LIMITED WARRANTY, EVEN IF D-LINK HAS BEEN ADVISED OF THE POSSIBILITY OF SUCH DAMAGES. THE SOLE REMEDY FOR A BREACH OF THE FOREGOING LIMITED WARRANTY IS REPAIR, REPLACEMENT OR REFUND OF THE DEFECTIVE OR NONCONFORMING PRODUCT.
  • Page 24 • Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected. • Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help. For detailed warranty information applicable to products purchased outside the United States, please contact the corresponding local D-Link office. D-Link DFE-530TX+ User Manual...
  • Page 25: Registration

    Appendix F - Registration Registration Product registration is entirely voluntary and failure to complete or return this form will not diminish your warranty rights. Version 7.0 February 23, 2015 D-Link DFE-530TX+ User Manual...

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