® Introduction NETGEAR's GA622T Copper Gigabit Ethernet Card accelerates your network to 1000 Mbps over Cat 5 networking cables and eliminates the problem of network bottlenecks. This high-performance, 100/1000 adapter is ideal for multiple 100 Mbps clients accessing a 1 Gbps server. It comes equipped with drivers supporting all popular operating systems and optimized for peak server performance. The versatile GA622T provides the ultimate throughput with 64-bit PCI connections, and speeds up legacy systems with 32-bit PCI capacity. Simple Plug and Play installation will have your network up and running in minutes. 2 2. CONNECT NETGEAR TO YOUR ENVIRONMENT CONNECT NETGEAR TO YOUR ENVIRONMENT Verify Software Requirements The instructions given in this guide are for using the GA622T Fiber Gigabit Ethernet Card in a Windows XP, Windows 2000 or server that runs the Microsoft® Windows NT® 4.0 operating system. You must have Service Pack 6 installed on your Windows NT server. You can download Service Pack 6 from the Microsoft Download Center at: http://www.microsoft.com/downloads Note: If your server is operating in a Novell® NetWare, or Red Hat® Linux environment, refer to the Reference Guide for the Model GA622T Copper Gigabit Ethernet Card included on the GearBoxTM for Adapters CD at path:\GA622T\DOC.. Verify Hardware Requirements You must have a Microsoft Windows operating system hardware and software requirements, and has an open 32-bit or 64-bit PCI expansion slot with bus mastering capability. Install the Card 2. Connect NETGEAR to your environment Note: Touch a grounded metal object to free yourself of static electricity before you handle the card. 1. Turn the power off and unplug the power cord from your computer. 2. Remove the PC cover. 3. Choose an available PCI slot (either a 32-bit or a 64-bit slot) and remove the corresponding back plate from the PC chassis. 3. Test your network connection 4. Insert the card into the PCI expansion slot. Caution: To avoid damaging any components on the card, handle it by the edges, using your thumbs to push it securely into the PCI slot. Make sure the card is fully inserted into the slot to prevent the PC operating system from freezing at startup. If you are inserting the card into a 32-bit slot, part of the connector edge on the card remains undocked. This situation is normal and does not affect the operation of the card. 5. Fasten the card to the rear of the computer chassis by tightening the screw that is on the PC. 4. Enjoy being connected! 6. Replace the PC cover and reconnect the power cord to the PC. Install the Windows XP Network Driver Note: If the "Insert Disk" window opens and a message prompts you to insert your Windows CD-ROM at any time during the installation process, insert the Windows CD-ROM in Drive D (the CD-ROM drive) and click on "OK". Then follow the next step in the instructions. 1. Turn on the power to the computer and start Windows XP . 2. Double-click "My Computer" on the desktop, double-click "Control panel" and then double-click "System". 3. Click "Hardware" and click "Device Manager" tab, then double-click "Network adapters". 8. When Select Network Adapter box opens, click "Have Disk" then click "Next". Copper Gigabit Ethernet Card Installation Guide MODEL START HERE Instructions in this guide are for users of Microsoft Windows Operating Systems. GA 622 T 1. Open the box and verify its contents 9. The Install From Disk box will open. Type "D:\GA622T\WINXP" and click "OK". 4. Double-click "GA622T Gigabit UTP Adapter". 10. "NETGEAR GA622T Gigabit UTP Adapter" will appear in the model list. Click "Next". Network card As a last step, be sure to register your Ethernet card at http://www.NETGEAR.com. Plan Your Time Estimated setup time for this product is only Back plate removed 5. Click "Driver" and click "Update Driver" tab, then click "OK". 00:10 minutes. 11. The next Windows appears with the following adapter name : NETGEAR GA622T Gigabit UTP Adapter. Click "Finish". 1 1. OPEN THE BOX AND VERIFY ITS CONTENTS OPEN BOX AND VERIFY CONTENTS Make sure that your package contains the following: GA622T Copper Gigabit Ethernet Card ® Connect the Network Cables Using the appropriate cable, connect the port on a network hub or switch to the port on the card. The port on the card performs autonegotiation and supports full-duplex operation. PC with network card installed Power plug Server with Model GA622T Copper Gigabit Ethernet Card installed GearBoxTM for Adapters CD NETGEAR Model FS510T Fast Ethernet Switch 6. A Hardware Update Wizard will appear. Insert the GearBoxTM for Adapters CD into your CD-ROM drive. Select "Install from a list or specific location ( Advanced )". Click "Next". NETGEAR, Inc. Support Information Phone: 1-888-NETGEAR E-mail: support@NETGEAR.com www.NETGEAR.com See Support Information Card for for additional phone numbers. Internet / World Wide Web Go to http://www.NETGEAR.com for the NETGEAR Web page. Defective or damaged merchandise can be returned to your point-of-sale representative. · GA622T Copper Gigabit Ethernet Card IMPORTANT! Please register online. YOU MUST REGISTER TO OBTAIN TECHNICAL SUPPORT. PLEASE RETAIN PROOF OF PURCHASE and this warranty information. To register your product, get product support, or to obtain product information and NETGEAR product documentation, direct your Web browser to the http://www.NETGEAR.com Web page. · GearBoxTM for Adapters CD · Unshielded Twisted Pair (GA622T) Category 5 cabling 100 meters max 7. When the following dialog box opens, select "Don't search. I will choose the driver to install.", then click "Next". Installation Guide, Warranty & Owner Registration Card, and Support Information Card 10/100 Mbps RJ-45 connector 12. Remove the GearBoxTM for Adapters CD from the CD-ROM drive. The model GA622T Gigabit Adapter installation for Windows XP is now complete. Install the Windows 2000 Network Driver Note: If the "Insert Disk" window opens and a message prompts you to insert your Windows CD-ROM at any time during the installation process, insert the Windows CD-ROM in Drive D (the CD-ROM drive) and click on "OK". Then follow the next step in the instructions. 1. A Found New Hardware Wizard dialog box will appear, indicating that Windows 2000 has found the adapter. Insert the GearBoxTM for Adapters CD into your CD-ROM drive. Click "Next". GA622T Copper Gigabit Ethernet Card Installation Guide · Warranty & Owner Registration Card · Support Information Card 3 INSTALL NETWORK DRIVER This section explains how to install the Network Driver in various Microsoft Windows Operating Systems. Some versions of Microsoft Windows Operating System may respond with different dialog boxes, or the dialog boxes may open in a different sequence than those shown in this guide, but should prompt you for the same information. Before you proceed with the installation steps, decide on a name for your network and for each PC. The whole network must have the same workgroup name while each PC must have a unique name. These names can be entered by going to Start>Settings>Control Panel>Network and clicking on the Identification tab. You also need to have the Microsoft Windows Operating System CD-ROM and the GearBoxTM for Adapters CD ready to use in the installation process. Please refer to README file in GearBoxTM for Adapters CD and NETGEAR support website for latest FAQ and trouble-shooting information. July 2002 M 1 - G A 6 2 2 N A - 1 2. The install hardware device drivers dialog box will appear. Select "Display a list of the known drivers for this devices so that I can choose a specific driver". Click "Next". 9. The next Windows appears with the following adapter name : NETGEAR GA622T Gigabit UTP Adapter. Click "Finish". 6. The Select OEM Option dialog box opens. Make sure NETGEAR GA622T Copper Gigabit Ethernet Card is highlighted, and then click "OK". 3. Double-click "NETGEAR GA622T Gigabit UTP Adapter". A message will appear describing the status of the device. © 2002 by NETGEAR, Inc. All rights reserved. Trademarks NETGEAR® is a registered trademark of NETGEAR, INC. Microsoft®, Windows® and Windows NT® are registered trademarks of Microsoft Corporation. Other brand and product names are trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective holders. Information is subject to change without notice. All rights reserved. Statement of Conditions In the interest of improving internal design, operational function, and/or reliability, NETGEAR reserves the right to make changes to the products described in this document without notice. NETGEAR does not assume any liability that may occur due to the use or application of the product(s) or circuit layout(s) described herein. 7. The driver is copied onto your system. The Network dialog box opens, then click "Close". 10. Remove the GearBoxTM for Adapters CD from the CD-ROM drive. 3. The Hardware Type dialog box will appear. Select " Network Adapters" then click "Next". The Model GA622T Gigabit Adapter installation for Windows 2000 is now complete. If other cards in your server use TCP/IP bindings, the Microsoft TCP/IP Properties dialog box opens. Set any necessary TCP/IP configurations, and then click "OK". If there is a problem with the installation of the driver, an exclamation point will appear next to the "NETGEAR GA622T Gigabit UTP Adapter". Try rebooting your computer. If the problem persists, call 1-888-NETGEAR for free technical support. Certificate of the Manufacturer/Importer It is hereby certified that the Model GA622T Copper Gigabit Ethernet Card has been suppressed in accordance with the conditions set out in the BMPT-AmtsblVfg 243/1991 and Vfg 46/1992. The operation of some equipment (for example, test transmitters) in accordance with the regulations may, however, be subject to certain restrictions. Please refer to the notes in the operating instructions. Federal Office for Telecommunications Approvals has been notified of the placing of this equipment on the market and has been granted the right to test the series for compliance with the regulations. VCCI Statement This equipment is in the Class B category (information equipment to be used in a residential area or an adjacent area thereto) and conforms to the standards set by the Voluntary Control Council for Interference by Data Processing Equipment and Electronic Office Machines aimed at preventing radio interference in such residential areas. When used near a radio or TV receiver, it may become the cause of radio interference. Read instructions for correct handling. Federal Communications Commission (FCC) Compliance Notice: Radio Frequency Notice This device complies with part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: 1. This device may not cause harmful interference. 2. This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation. Declaration of Conformity Note: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the NETGEAR Model GA622 Copper Gigabit Ethernet Card limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to part 15 of the FCC Tested to comply with FCC Standards Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection FOR HOME OR OFFICE USE against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures: (1) Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna, (2) Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver, (3) Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected, (4) Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help. T Install the Windows NT Network Driver Note: If the "Insert Disk" window opens and a message prompts you to insert your Windows CD-ROM at any time during the installation process, insert the Windows CD-ROM in Drive D (the CD-ROM drive) and click on "OK". Then follow the next step in the instructions. 1. Turn on the power to the computer and start Windows NT. 2. From the Windows desktop menu, click the "Start" button, point to "Settings", and then click "Control Panel". 5 ENJOY BEING CONNECTED! Features Your GA622T card provides you with the following key features: · Up to 1000 Mbps speed using Cat 5 cables · 64-bit PCI bus with 32-bit capability · Flexible 100/1000 Mbps capability 4. When the Select Network Adapter box open, click "Have disk" then click "Next". · In ...