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Page 1: User Guide
® A Division of Cisco Systems, Inc. Gigabit Notebook Adapter User Guide WIRED PCM1000 Model No. - Page 2 Gigabit Notebook Adapter Copyright and Trademarks Specifications are subject to change without notice. Linksys is a registered trademark or trademark of Cisco Systems, Inc. and/or its affiliates in the U.S. and certain other countries. Copyright © 2005 Cisco Systems, Inc. All rights reserved.
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Page 3: Table Of Contents
Table of Contents Chapter 1: Introduction Welcome What’s in this Guide? Chapter 2: Getting to Know and Connecting the Gigabit Notebook Adapter The Front Panel Chapter 3: Setup and Installation of the Gigabit Notebook Adapter Overview Setup and Driver Installation... - Page 4 Gigabit Notebook Adapter List of Figures Figure 2-1: Front Panel’s LEDs Figure 2-2: Front Panel’s Ethernet Port Figure 3-1: Driver Installation Figure 3-2: Start the Installation Figure 3-3: File Location Figure 3-4: Select Folder Figure 3-5: Setup Being Performed Figure 3-6: Installation Complete...
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Page 5: Chapter 1: Introduction
Use the instructions in this Guide to help you connect the Gigabit Notebook Adapter, set it up, and configure it to bridge your different networks. These instructions should be all you need to get the most out of the Gigabit Notebook Adapter. -
Page 6: What's In This Guide
This appendix supplies the Adapter’s warranty information. • Appendix E: Regulatory Information This appendix supplies the Adapter’s regulatory information. • Appendix F: Contact Information This appendix provides contact information for a variety of Linksys resources, including Technical Support. Chapter 1: Introduction What’s in this Guide? -
Page 7: Chapter 2: Getting To Know And Connecting The Gigabit Notebook Adapter
The Ethernet port connects to the Ethernet port on your network device, such as a router, using an Ethernet cable. With these, and many other, Linksys products, your networking options are limitless. Go to the Linksys website at www.linksys.com for more information about products that work with the Gigabit Notebook Adapter. -
Page 8: Chapter 3: Setup And Installation Of The Gigabit Notebook Adapter
Click the Install button to continue this Setup Utility and install the driver. Click the Uninstall tab and button to uninstall the driver. Clicking the User Guide button opened this User Guide. To contact Linksys, click the Contact Us tab and button. To exit this Setup Utility, click the Exit tab and button. -
Page 9: Figure 3-3: File Location
2. The Choose Destination Location folder will appear next. To install the driver in the default folder location, click Next. To install the driver in a different folder, click Browse and select a folder location. Then, click Next. Chapter 3: Setup and Installation of the Gigabit Notebook Adapter Setup and Driver Installation Figure 3-3: File Location... -
Page 10: Hardware Installation
LEDs facing up. Make sure that the Adapter seats firmly in place. 3. Connect an Ethernet cable to the Ethernet port on the Adapter, then connect the other end to the Ethernet port on the switch or other networking device. -
Page 11: Uninstalling The Driver
6. You will be asked to confirm that you want to uninstall the driver. Click OK to continue the uninstallation process or click Cancel to cancel the uninstallation process. Chapter 3: Setup and Installation of the Gigabit Notebook Adapter Uninstalling the Driver... -
Page 12: Figure 3-10: Uninstallation Complete
Gigabit Notebook Adapter 7. This screen will appear when the uninstallation is complete. Click Finish to finish the uninstallation and exit the uninstallation process. Figure 3-10: Uninstallation Complete Chapter 3: Setup and Installation of the Gigabit Notebook Adapter Uninstalling the Driver... -
Page 13: Appendix A: Troubleshooting
This appendix consists of two parts: “Common Problems and Solutions” and “Frequently Asked Questions.” This appendix provides solutions to problems that may occur during the installation and operation of this product. Read the description below to solve your problems. If you can't find an answer here, check the Linksys website at www.linksys.com. - Page 14 • Make sure that the cables are connected correctly. Make sure you are getting Link or Activity lights on both the Gigabit Notebook Adapter and your switch or router if you are using one. Try changing to a new cable that you know is working.
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Page 15: Appendix B: Glossary
Also used to expand the range of a wireless network. Adapter - A device that adds network functionality to your PC. Ad-hoc - A group of wireless devices communicating directly with each other (peer-to-peer) without the use of an access point. - Page 16 Gigabit Notebook Adapter Buffer - A shared or assigned memory area that is used to support and coordinate different computing and networking activities so one isn't held up by the other. Byte - A unit of data that is usually eight bits long Cable Modem - A device that connects a computer to the cable television network, which in turn connects to the Internet.
- Page 17 Gigabit Notebook Adapter DTIM (Delivery Traffic Indication Message) - A message included in data packets that can increase wireless efficiency. Dynamic IP Address - A temporary IP address assigned by a DHCP server. EAP (Extensible Authentication Protocol) - A general authentication protocol used to control network access.
- Page 18 Gigabit Notebook Adapter HTTP (HyperText Transport Protocol) - The communications protocol used to connect to servers on the World Wide Web. Infrastructure - A wireless network that is bridged to a wired network via an access point. IP (Internet Protocol) - A protocol used to send data over a network.
- Page 19 Packet - A unit of data sent over a network. Passphrase - Used much like a password, a passphrase simplifies the WEP encryption process by automatically generating the WEP encryption keys for Linksys products. PEAP (Protected Extensible Authentication Protocol) - A mutual authentication method that uses a combination of digital certificates and another system, such as passwords.
- Page 20 Gigabit Notebook Adapter RTS (Request To Send) - A networking method of coordinating large packets through the RTS Threshold setting. Server - Any computer whose function in a network is to provide user access to files, printing, communications, and other services.
- Page 21 Gigabit Notebook Adapter TFTP (Trivial File Transfer Protocol) - A version of the TCP/IP FTP protocol that has no directory or password capability. Throughput - The amount of data moved successfully from one node to another in a given time period.
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Page 22: Appendix C: Regulatory Information
Gigabit Notebook Adapter Appendix C: Regulatory Information FCC STATEMENT This product has been tested and complies with the specifications for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. -
Page 23: Appendix D: Specifications
Gigabit Notebook Adapter Appendix D: Specifications Standards IEEE802.3, IEEE802.3u and IEEE 802.3ab, IEEE 802.1x, IEEE 802.1p, IEEE 802.1q. Ports/Buttons One 10/100/1000 RJ-45 Port Cabling Type UTP CAT 5e LEDs Power, Gigabit, 10/100 Dimensions 2.95" x 0.98" x 2.95" (W x H x D) -
Page 24: Appendix E: Warranty Information
Your exclusive remedy and Linksys' entire liability under this warranty will be for Linksys at its option to repair or replace the Product or refund Your purchase price less any rebates. -
Page 25: Appendix F: Contact Information
Can't find information about a product you want to buy on the web? Do you want to know more about networking with Linksys products? Give our advice line a call at: Or fax your request in to: If you experience problems with any Linksys product,...